Casio EXILIM EX-Z19 User Manual

1EThank you for purchasing this CASIO product.• Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide.• Keep the User’s Guid

10Quick Start BasicsNote that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps under “To charge the battery” to bring the bat

100Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * AdjustWhen the date and time settings are what you want, press [SET] to apply them.• You can

101Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Language. Specify the display language you want.1Select the tab on the right.2Select “Languag

102Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Auto Power OffAuto Power Off turns off the camera whenever no camera operation is performed f

103Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * USBYou can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used wh

104Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * FormatIf a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. I

105Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsConfiguring Monitor Screen SettingsYou can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can c

106Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsA histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical

107AppendixAppendix. Avoid Use While In Motion• Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or

108Appendix. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities• Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or wh

109Appendix. Locations To Be Avoided• Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electri

11Quick Start BasicsOther Charging Precautions• Use the special charger (BC-60L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP-60). Never use any othe

110Appendix• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, c

111Appendix. Data Error PrecautionsYour digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of co

112Appendix. Lens• Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction.• You

113Appendix. Charger Unit Handling Precautions• The charger unit becomes slightly warm during charging. This is normal and does not indicate malfuncti

114Appendix. CopyrightsExcept for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of use of snapshots or movies of images whose rights belong to others,

115AppendixAny and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited.This product c

116AppendixIf the [CHARGE] lamp does not light red...Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or the temperature of the charger is too

117Appendix. Precautions during Use• Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. Th

118AppendixSee page 14 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card.Press the memory card and then release it. This will

119Appendix. Memory Card Handling PrecautionsCertain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems saving

12Quick Start BasicsChecking Remaining Battery PowerAs battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power

120AppendixComputer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application y

121AppendixThe numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained.. Camera.Charger UnitGeneral Guide1Shutter button (page 16)2[ON/

122AppendixThe monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status.• The sample screens in this sect

123Appendix. Movie RecordingPanel : OnPanel : Off1Recording mode (page 39)2Remaining movie memory capacity (page 39)3Movie image quality (page 58)4Foc

124Appendix. Movie Playback1File type2Protect indicator (page 66)3Folder name/file name (page 93)4Movie recording time (page 61)5Movie image quality (

125Appendix“Quality” Tab“Set Up” TabSize9M (3456x2592) Quality (Snapshots)Normal Quality (Movies)HQEV Shift 0.0White Balance AutoISO Autot»MeteringB M

126Appendix. PLAY Mode“PLAY” Tab“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.Slideshow –DPOF Printing –Pr

127AppendixWhen things don’t go right... TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause and Recommended ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on. 1)The battery

128AppendixThe flash does not fire. 1)If ? (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode, change to another mode (page 26).2)If the battery is dead, charg

129AppendixSubjects are too dark when shooting images in a seashore or ski area.Sunlight reflected by water, sand, or snow, can cause underexposure of

13Quick Start BasicsThe first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings.

130AppendixOtherThe wrong date and time are displayed.The date and time setting is off. Set the correct date and time (page 100).The messages on the d

131AppendixDisplay MessagesALERTThe camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wa

132AppendixThe card is locked.The LOCK switch of the SD or SDHC memory card loaded in the camera is in the locked position. You cannot store images to

133AppendixSnapshotNumber of Snapshots and Movie Recording TimeImage Size (Pixels)Image QualityApproximate Image File SizeBuilt-in Memory Snapshot Rec

134AppendixMovies*Snapshot and movie recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference only. Actual capacity depends on image conte

135AppendixSpecificationsFile Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliantMovies: Motion JPEG AVI, IMA-ADPCM audio (mon

136AppendixSensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity,Recommended Exposure Index)Snapshots:Auto, ISO 64, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600Mov

137AppendixApproximate Battery LifeAll of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) be

138Appendix. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60). Charger unit (BC-60L)• Power cord precautions for use in SingaporeThe power cord set is not sup

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14Quick Start BasicsThough the camera has built-in memory that can be used to store images and movies, you probably will want to purchase a commercial

15Quick Start BasicsIMPORTANT!• Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 14) into the memory card slot.• Should water or any foreig

16Quick Start Basics1. Press [r] (REC) to turn on the camera.Make sure t is on the display. If it isn’t, see page 42.2. Point the camera at the subjec

17Quick Start Basics4. Continuing to keep the camera still, press the shutter button the rest of the way down.This records the snapshot.. If the image

18Quick Start BasicsYour images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button,

19Quick Start BasicsUse the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen.• For information about how to play back movies, see

2As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer.Unpacki

20Quick Start BasicsIf memory becomes full, you can delete images you no longer need to free up storage and record more images.• Remember that a file

21Quick Start BasicsOperation• Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can result in the image you just shot bein

22Quick Start BasicsTo enter the REC Mode, press [ON/OFF] (Power) or [r] (REC). To enter the PLAY mode, press Page (PLAY).The back lamp will light (gre

23Snapshot TutorialSnapshot TutorialThe Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].This will select one of

24Snapshot Tutorial. PixelsA digital camera image is a collection of small dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are in an image, the more detai

25Snapshot Tutorial. To select the image size1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the top Control Panel option (Image Size).3.

26Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [2] ( ) once.2. Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET].When the “R Pan

27Snapshot TutorialNOTE• Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash.• The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is t

28Snapshot TutorialThe face detection feature adjusts focus and brightness to the faces in the image.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2

29Snapshot TutorialTips for Best Face Detection Results• The camera performs center focus if it cannot detect a face.• Always make sure that Auto Focu

3• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.• The contents of this manual have been checked at each step of the production pro

30Snapshot TutorialYou can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or camera movement when shooting a mov

31Snapshot TutorialISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control

32Snapshot Tutorial3. Use [4] and [6] to select the shooting condition you want and then press [SET].• When “‡ Auto WB” is selected for the white bala

33Snapshot TutorialYou can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.• Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV• Un

34Snapshot TutorialThe easy mode eliminates troublesome setups. This mode is recommended for those who are new to digital imaging.1. In the REC mode,

35Snapshot Tutorial3. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].• An asterisk (*) indicates reset default settings.• See th

36Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the bottom Control Panel option (Date/Time).Use [4] and [6] to select

37Snapshot TutorialNOTE• The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you re

38Snapshot Tutorial• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 24). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can

39Recording Movie Images and AudioRecording Movie Images and Audio1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 58).The length of the movie you

4ContentsContentsUnpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Read this first

40Recording Movie Images and Audio• Only digital zoom can be used for zooming during movie recording. Since optical zoom is not possible while recordi

41Recording Movie Images and AudioAbout audio data• Audio files can be played back on a computer using Windows Media Player or QuickTime (pages 84, 92

42Using BEST SHOTUsing BEST SHOTBEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditi

43Using BEST SHOT3. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene.This returns to the REC mode.• The settings

44Using BEST SHOT. Using Scene Information ScreenTo find out more about a scene, select it with the boundary on the scene selection screen, and then p

45Using BEST SHOT. BEST SHOT Precautions• Selecting the Night Scene or Fireworks scene results in a slow shutter speed setting. Since a slow shutter s

46Advanced SettingsAdvanced SettingsThe following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings.• You also can use the Control

47Advanced Settings3. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you want, and then press [6].4. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting.5. After the setti

48Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus*1 The focus range is the distance from the lens surface.*2 During movie recording, th

49Advanced Settings*5 (m)NOTE• Above values are for reference only.For movie macro, the focus range is a few centimeters within the center distance.To

5Contents❚❙Using BEST SHOT 42What is BEST SHOT? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42❚Some Sample

50Advanced SettingsNOTE• Auto Focus can be used when recording snapshots only.• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while shooting with Aut

51Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * ContinuousWhile Continuous Shutter is turned on, images are continually recorded until memo

52Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timerWith the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is r

53Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Face DetectionFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 28.Procedure[r] (REC) *

54Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * easy ModeFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 34.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU

55Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Digital ZoomYou can use this setting to turn digital zoom on or off. When digital zoom is t

56Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * MemoryWhen you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory

57Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SizeFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 25.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

58Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * » Quality (Movie)Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothne

59Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * MeteringThe metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure.•

6ContentsRotating an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Rotation) . . 67Resizing a Snapshot . . . . . . .

60Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SaturationYou can specify one of five saturation settings from +2 (most saturated) to –

61Viewing Snapshots and MoviesViewing Snapshots and MoviesSee page 19 for the procedure for viewing snapshots.1. Press Page (PLAY) and then use [4] and

62Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed.2. Press the zoom

63Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. Use the AV cable that comes with the camera to connect it to the TV.• Make sure that you insert the cable connector i

64Viewing Snapshots and MoviesNOTE• Audio is monaural.• Certain TVs may cut off part of the images.• Before connecting to a TV to display images, be s

65Other Playback Functions (PLAY)Other Playback Functions (PLAY)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform ot

66Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF PrintingSee page 74 for details.ProcedurePage (PLAY)

67Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Rotation1. Use [8] and [2] to select “Rotation” and then

68Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * TrimmingYou can crop a snapshot to trim parts you do not

69Other Playback Functions (PLAY)2. Press the shutter button again to stop audio recording.• Take care that you do not block the camera’s microphone w

7ContentsSelecting the Screen Aspect Ratio and Video Output System (Video Out) . 103Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . .

70Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * CopyFiles can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory

71PrintingPrinting• You can specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before printing (page 74).Printing S

72PrintingYou can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer.. To set up the

73Printing. To print1. Turn on the printer and load paper.2. Turn on the camera.This will display the print menu screen.3. Use [8] and [2] to select “

74Printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off informati

75Printing. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the ImagesProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All image

76Printing. Date StampingYou can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.. Standards Supporte

77Using the Camera with a ComputerUsing the Camera with a ComputerYou can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a co

78Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do.Usin

79Using the Camera with a Computer. Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the applic

8Quick Start BasicsQuick Start BasicsWhat is a digital camera?DeleteA digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and delete imag

80Using the Camera with a ComputerYou can connect the camera to your computer in order to view and store images (snapshot and movie files).. To connec

81Using the Camera with a Computer5. Turn on the camera.6. Copy images to your computer.Windows XP1Select “Open folder to view files” and then click “

82Using the Camera with a Computer. To view images you copied to your computer1. Double-click the copied “DCIM” folder to open it.2. Double-click the

83Using the Camera with a ComputerInstalling Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM on your computer makes it possible to transfer images from the camera to your

84Using the Camera with a ComputerWindows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. To play back a m

85Using the Camera with a Computer. To upload a movie file to YouTube• Before you can use YouTube Uploader for CASIO, you need to go to the YouTube we

86Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the C

87Using the Camera with a Computer. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 80).2. On your comp

88Using the Camera with a Computer1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive.Normally, this should cause the menu s

89Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want

9Quick Start BasicsYour CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, includi

90Using the Camera with a Computer4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh.• The c

91Using the Camera with a Computer. To view copied images1. Double-click the camera’s drive icon.2. Double-click the “DCIM” folder to open it.3. Doubl

92Using the Camera with a ComputerYou can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play back movies on a Macintosh. To play b

93Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera creates a file and saves it each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operatio

94Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).. About DCFDCF is

95Using the Camera with a Computer. Supported Image Files• Image files shot with this camera• DCF-compliant image filesThis camera may not be able to

96Other Settings (Set Up)Other Settings (Set Up)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations i

97Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * P DisplayThe PLAY mode screen layout settings let you select how display images are shown on t

98Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * File No.Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial

99Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * World TimeYou can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is differe