Casio EX-S12 User Manual

1ETo go to “Getting the Most Out of Dynamic Photo” click here!Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product.• Before using it, be sure to read the preca

10The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status.• The sample screens in this section are i

100Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Spnapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Layout PrintYou can use the following procedure to inse

101Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Movie Screen to be Used * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * MOTION PRINT1. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through

102Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Movie Screen of Movie to be Edited * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Movie EditingThe Movie Editing featur

103Other Playback Functions (PLAY)3. When the frame where you want the cut point to be is displayed, press [2].4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and

104Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * LightingYou can use this setting to optimize the balance

105Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * White BalanceYou can use the white balance setting to se

106Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * BrightnessYou can select one of five brightness levels,

107Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Color CorrectionColor Correction lets you correct the co

108Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF PrintingSee page 120 for details.ProcedurePage (PLAY

109Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Date/TimeWhen the date and time settings are what you wa

11. Movie RecordingPanel : ShowPanel : Hide1Focus mode (page 66)2White balance setting (page 84)3Recording mode (page 50)4Remaining movie memory capac

110Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * ResizeYou can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the

111Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DubbingYou can add audio to a snapshot after you shoot i

112Other Playback Functions (PLAY)1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the Audio Snapshot you want is displayed.An

113Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * CopyFiles can be copied from the camera’s built-in memor

114Other Playback Functions (PLAY)You can use the procedures in this section to crop either a moving subject or a still subject out of a snapshot and

115Other Playback Functions (PLAY)3. First, shoot an image that includes the subject you want to extract.• Shoot an image in which the subject is as l

116Other Playback Functions (PLAY)Use the following procedure to insert a subject into a background image. A Dynamic Photo with a moving subject is sa

117PrintingPrinting• You can specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before printing (page 120).Printing

118PrintingYou can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer.. To set up the

119Printing. 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

12. Snapshot Viewing. Movie Playback1File type2Protect indicator (page 108)3Folder name/file name (page 140)4Snapshot image quality (page 82)5Snapshot

120Printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off informat

121Printing. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the ImagesProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All imag

122Printing. Date StampingYou can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.. Standards Support

123Using the Camera with a ComputerUsing the Camera with a ComputerYou can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a c

124Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do.* Y

125Using the Camera with a Computer. Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the appli

126Using 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 computer.• The c

127Using the Camera with a Computer7. Double-click “Removable Disk”.• Your computer recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or built-in memor

128Using 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

129Using the Camera with a ComputerWindows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. To play back a

13Quick Start BasicsQuick Start BasicsWhat is a digital camera?DeleteA digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and delete ima

130Using 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 w

131Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the

132Using the Camera with a Computer. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 125).2. On your co

133Using 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

134Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want

135Using 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

136Using the Camera with a Computer8. After the copy operation is complete, drag the drive icon to Trash.9. On the camera, press [ON/OFF] to turn off

137Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you are running Mac OS X, you can use the iPhoto application that comes bundled with the operating system to man

138Using the Camera with a ComputerYou must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PD

139Using the Camera with a ComputerShooting with an Eye-Fi wireless SD memory card loaded in the camera makes it possible to transfer image data autom

14Quick Start BasicsYour CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, includ

140Using 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 operati

141Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).. About DCFDCF i

142Using the Camera with a Computer. Supported Image Files• Image files shot with this camera• DCF-compliant image filesThis camera may not be able to

143Transferring Document Data from Your Computer to theCameraTransferring Document Data from Your Computer to the CameraYou can use CASIO DATA TRANSPO

144Transferring Document Data from Your Computer to theCamera. To transfer document data to the camera1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 125

145Transferring Document Data from Your Computer to theCameraBefore installing CASIO DATA TRANSPORT be sure to read any “readme” file that accompanies

146Transferring Document Data from Your Computer to theCamera1. In the PLAY mode, press [BS] (^).This enters the data mode and displays a menu of docu

147Transferring Document Data from Your Computer to theCamera. To rotate a document page1. Display any page in the document that contains the page you

148Transferring Document Data from Your Computer to theCameraYou can protect a specific document or all documents against deletion.1. Display any page

149Transferring Document Data from Your Computer to theCamera. Deleting a DocumentYou can delete a single document or you can batch delete all of the

15Quick 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

150Other Settings (Set Up)Other Settings (Set Up)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations

151Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * P DisplayThe PLAY mode screen layout settings let you select how display images are shown on

152Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * ScreenYou can change the brightness of the monitor screen.Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Eye-

153Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sounds• Setting a volume level of 0 mutes output.Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * StartupDispla

154Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * File No.Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial

155Other 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 differ

156Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * TimestampYou can configure the camera to stamp the recording date only, or date and time in t

157Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Date StyleYou can select from among three different styles for the date.Example: December 19,

158Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * DATA ViewSee page 147 for details.Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * SleepThis feature turns off

159Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Auto Power OffAuto Power Off turns off the camera whenever no camera operation is performed f

16Quick Start BasicsOther Charging Precautions• Use the special charger (BC-60L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP-60). Never use any othe

160Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * USBYou can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used wh

161Other 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

162Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsConfiguring Monitor Screen SettingsYou can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can c

163Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsA histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical

164AppendixAppendix. Avoid Use While In Motion• Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or

165Appendix. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities• Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or wh

166Appendix. 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

167Appendix• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, c

168Appendix. Data Error PrecautionsYour digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of co

169Appendix. Caring for your camera• Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and other foreign matter on the len

17Quick Start Basics1. Open the battery cover.Slide the battery cover slider towards OPEN and then open it as indicated by the arrows in the illustrat

170Appendix. Other PrecautionsThe camera becomes slightly warm during use. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.. CopyrightsExcept for you

171AppendixAny and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited.This product c

172AppendixIf the [CHARGE] lamp does not light red...Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or the temperature of the charger is too

173Appendix. Precautions during Use• Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. Th

174AppendixSee page 20 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card.Press the memory card and then release it. This will

175Appendix. Memory Card Handling PrecautionsCertain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems saving

176AppendixComputer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application y

177AppendixThe tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you

178Appendix“Quality” Tab“Set Up” TabSize 12M (4000x3000) Quality (Snapshots)Normal Quality (Movies)STDEV Shift 0.0White Balance AutoISO AutoT»Meterin

179Appendix. PLAY Mode“PLAY” Tab“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.SlideshowImages: All images

18Quick Start BasicsChecking Remaining Battery PowerAs battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power

180AppendixWhen things don’t go right... TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause and Recommended ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on.1)The battery

181AppendixThe subject is out of focus in the recorded image.The image may not be focused properly. When composing the image, make sure the subject is

182AppendixA recorded image was not saved.1)Camera power may have been turned off before the save operation was complete, which will result in the ima

183AppendixWhen shooting with Auto Shutter, the shutter does not trigger.Auto Shutter may not trigger when shooting under very bright or very dark con

184AppendixImages cannot be transferred over a USB connection.1)The USB cable may not be connected securely. Check all connections.2)The wrong USB com

185AppendixDisplay MessagesALERTThe camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wa

186AppendixImages are being transferred.Stop transfer and turn off power?You are attempting to turn off power while image data is being transferred us

187AppendixThis file cannot be played.The file you are trying to access is corrupted or is a type that cannot be displayed by this camera.This functio

188AppendixSnapshotNumber of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time/Voice Recording TimeImage Size (Pixels)Image QualityApproximate Image File SizeBuilt-in Me

189AppendixMoviesVoice Recording* Snapshot, movie recording capacity, and voice recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference o

19Quick Start BasicsThe first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings.

190AppendixSpecificationsFile Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliantMovies: Motion JPEG AVI, IMA-ADPCM audio (mon

191AppendixWhite Balance Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White Fluorescent, Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten, Manual WBSensitivity (Standard Output

192AppendixApproximate Battery LifeAll of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) be

193Appendix. 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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Dynamic PhotoFor a wealth of information Dynamic Photo including sample images, explanations about how you can use Dynamic Photo images, and more, vis

2Dynamic Photo! A totally new way to enjoy digitalphotography!Dynamic Photo makes it easy to crop a moving subject out of a series of images and inser

3Dynamic Photo! A totally new way to enjoy digitalphotography!Dynamic Photo lets you extract a moving subject from a series of Continuous Shutter (CS)

4Creating a Dynamic Photo Image Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageDynamic Photo images are created by extracting the subject out of one image, and inserti

5Creating a Dynamic Photo Image3. First, shoot the subject.Best results can be obtained with the camera secured on a tripod. With the camera pointed a

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 BasicsNOTE• Each country controls its local time offset and the use of summer time, and so they are subject to change.• Removing the bat

6Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageUse the following procedure to insert the subject you extracted in Step 1 above into a photograph and create the final

7Creating a Dynamic Photo Image6. After creation of the Dynamic Photo image is complete, the finished image with the moving subject will appear on the

8Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageBest cropping results are obtained when the background is a wall that is completely free of visible markings like the o

9Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageMove the subject away from the wall to avoid shadows!The camera may mistake shadows on the wall or floor caused by stro

10Creating a Dynamic Photo ImagePressing [SET] during step 1 of “3. First, shoot the subject.” will display a screen for specifying the subject type a

11Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageYou can use the Dynamic Photo image you created in Step 2 in a variety of fun ways.Step 3: Have fun with Dynamic Photo

12Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioCreate Original Movies with Dynamic Studiohttp://dynamicstudio.jpDynamic Studio is a free online service t

13Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioCopy the Dynamic Photo images to your computer. The best way to keep track of images is to create a new fo

14Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioClick [Select Photos...] and select the images you want to upload. You can upload up to 20 successive imag

15Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioCheck the images and background, and confirm the movement is correct.After you are finished reviewing the

21Quick Start Basics1. Press [ON/OFF] to turn off the camera and then open the battery cover.Slide the battery cover slider towards OPEN and then open

16Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioIn this step you can check your movie and download it if you want.The “Online Movie” box shows a URL where

17Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioOn the “Step 6. Your Movie Has Been Created!” page, click “MyMovie.zip”.Check the contents of the confirma

18Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioThis section provides details about the movie conversion settings in Step 5 of the conversion procedure..

19Create Original Movies with Dynamic Studio. Movie Format and Quality SettingsThe “Movie Format” setting is configured automatically in accordance wi

20Create Original Movies with Dynamic Studio. Optional SettingsYou can use the optional settings to specify whether or not playback of the movie shoul

21Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioThis section provides details about the “Your Movie Has Been Created!” page in Step 6 of the conversion pr

22Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioCell Phone Use Movie Conversion Precautions• There is no guarantee that a movie converted for cell phone u

22Quick Start BasicsYou need to format a new memory card before using it for the first time.1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU].2. Select the “Set

23Quick 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

24Quick Start Basics1. Press [r] (REC) to turn on the camera.Make sure R is on the display. If it isn’t, see page 55.2. Point the camera at the subjec

25Quick Start Basics3. Half-press the shutter button to focus the image.When focus is complete, the camera will beep, the back lamp will light green,

26Quick Start Basics. Using Quick ShutterFully pressing the shutting button without waiting for Auto Focus to operate will record using Quick Shutter

27Quick Start BasicsYour images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button,

28Quick Start BasicsUse the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen.• For information about how to play back movies, see

29Quick Start BasicsIf memory becomes full, you can delete images you no longer need to free up storage and record more images.IMPORTANT!• Remember th

3• The contents of this manual and the bundled Basic Reference are subject to change without notice.• The contents of this manual have been checked at

30Quick 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

31Snapshot TutorialSnapshot TutorialThe Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].This will select one of

32Snapshot TutorialYou can use the following procedure to specify the eight items you want on the Control Panel.1. While the Control Panel is displaye

33Snapshot Tutorial. PixelsA digital camera image is a collection of small dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are in an image, the more detai

34Snapshot TutorialImage Size Selection TipsNote that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space.• For information about image

35Snapshot 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.

36Snapshot 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

37Snapshot 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

38Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the third Control Panel option from the top (AF Area).3. Use [4] and [

39Snapshot TutorialIMPORTANT!•“È Multi” cannot be selected for the Auto Focus area while you are using Face Detection (page 43).•“Ë Tracking” cannot b

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

40Snapshot TutorialYour camera has four continuous shutter modes.* To turn off a continuous shutter mode, select “Off”.1. In the REC mode, press [SET]

41Snapshot TutorialSpecify the method to use for saving images recorded with the following continuous shutter (CS) modes.CS: 4fps/10fps1. After contin

42Snapshot TutorialIMPORTANT!• If there is not enough available capacity on the memory card, you may not be able to record the number of CS images ind

43Snapshot TutorialWhen shooting people, the face detection feature detects the faces of up to ten individuals and adjusts focus and brightness accord

44Snapshot TutorialTips for Best Face Detection Results• The camera performs center focus if it cannot detect a face.• Always make sure that Auto Focu

45Snapshot TutorialThe Make-up Mode smoothes the skin texture of the subject and softens facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking po

46Snapshot TutorialYou can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.• Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV• Un

47Snapshot 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

48Snapshot TutorialNOTE• The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you re

49Snapshot Tutorial• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 33). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can

5Contents❚❙Recording Movie Images and Audio 50To record a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

50Recording Movie Images and AudioRecording Movie Images and Audio1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 83).The length of the movie you

51Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is

52Recording Movie Images and AudioWith this feature, the camera prerecords up to four seconds of whatever is happening in front of the lens in a buffe

53Recording Movie Images and Audio1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button.Movie recording continues after the snapshot is recorde

54Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• You can use [8] (DISP) during audio recording to toggle the monitor screen on and off.• When monitor screen co

55Using BEST SHOTUsing BEST SHOTBEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditi

56Using BEST SHOT3. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene.This returns to the REC mode.• The settings

57Using BEST SHOT. BEST SHOT Precautions• The following BEST SHOT scenes cannot be used while recording a movie:Dynamic Photo, Multi-motion Image, ID

58Using BEST SHOTYou can save up to 999 camera setups as user BEST SHOT scenes for instant recall whenever you need them.1. On the BEST SHOT scene men

59Using BEST SHOTWith AUTO BEST SHOT, the camera automatically selects the BEST SHOT scene that suits your subject and shooting conditions, and config

6Contents❚Controlling Image Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Sharpness). . . 87❚Controlling Color Saturation . . . . .

60Using BEST SHOTYou can use this procedure to shoot a portrait and then print it out in the following standard ID photo sizes: 30x24mm, 40x30mm, 45x3

61Using BEST SHOTA process called “keystone correction” makes lines straight and natural, even if rectangular subjects are shot from an angle.BEST SHO

62Using BEST SHOTNOTE• When composing an image like the ones shown above, make sure that the entire outline of the object you are trying to shoot is e

63Using BEST SHOTNOTE• You can shoot with the self-portrait feature in combination with a continuous shutter (CS) mode (page 40). Operation is the sam

64Advanced SettingsAdvanced SettingsThe following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings.• You also can use the Control

65Advanced 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

66Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus*1 The focus range is the distance from the lens surface.*2 The minimum changes along

67Advanced Settings*4 (m)NOTE• Above values are for reference only.For movie macro, the focus range is a few centimeters within the center distance.No

68Advanced SettingsTo focus with manual focus1. On the monitor screen, compose the image so the subject you want to focus on is within the yellow boun

69Advanced SettingsUsing Focus Lock“Focus lock” is a technique you can use when you want to compose an image in which the subject you want to focus on

7Contents❚❙Printing 117Printing Snapshots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Connecting Dire

70Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timerWith the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is r

71Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Auto ShutterWith Auto Shutter, the camera releases the shutter automatically when it detect

72Advanced Settings. To use Detect Panning to minimize image blur (Detect Panning)1. Point the camera at location where the subject will pass and then

73Advanced Settings. To change Auto Shutter trigger sensitivity (Sensitivity)1. Use [8] and [2] to select “Sensitivity” and then press [6].2. Use [4]

74Advanced SettingsTips for Better Auto Shutter Snapshots• Using Auto Shutter in combination with Anti Shake (page 75) reduces the chance of image blu

75Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Face DetectionFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 43.Procedure[r] (REC) *

76Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF AreaFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 38.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

77Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus FrameYou can use this procedure to select from among five different shapes, including

78Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Digital ZoomYou can use this setting to turn digital zoom on or off. When digital zoom is t

79Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Quick ShutterWhen Quick Shutter is turned on, you can press the shutter button all the way

8ContentsTime Stamping Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Timestamp) . 156Setting the Camera’s Clock . . . . . . .

80Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * GridThe on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy vertical an

81Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * MemoryWhen you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory

82Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SizeFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 35.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

83Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * » Quality (Movie)Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothne

84Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * White BalanceYou can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where

85Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ISOISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light.• “Auto” ISO sensitivity always

86Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * MeteringThe metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure.•

87Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Color FilterSettings: Off, B/W, Sepia, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, and PurpleProced

88Viewing Snapshots and MoviesViewing Snapshots and MoviesSee page 28 for the procedure for viewing snapshots.1. Press Page (PLAY) and then use [4] and

89Viewing Snapshots and MoviesEach time you perform a continuous shutter (CS) operation, the camera creates a CS group that includes all of the images

9The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained.. Camera.Charger UnitGeneral Guide1Shutter button (page 24)2[ON/OFF] (Powe

90Viewing Snapshots and MoviesPlayback ControlsNOTE• Multiple images shot using normal-speed continuous shutter are stored individually and are not gr

91Viewing Snapshots and Movies. Deleting All Files in a CS Group1. While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2].2. Use [8] and [2] to s

92Viewing Snapshots and Movies. Dividing Up All CS Groups1. While a CS group folder is displayed, press [MENU].2. Use [4] and [6] to select “PLAY” tab

93Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. In the PLAY mode, slide the zoom controller towards w (]).Use [8], [2], [4] and [6] to move the selection boundary ar

94Viewing 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

95Viewing Snapshots and Movies4. Now you can display images and play back movies as you normally do.IMPORTANT!• Before connecting to a TV to display i

96Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. With the camera turned off, hold down [4] and Page (PLAY) until the Image Roulette screen appears on the monitor scree

97Other Playback Functions (PLAY)Other Playback Functions (PLAY)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform ot

98Other Playback Functions (PLAY)• To stop the slideshow, press [SET]. Pressing [MENU] instead of [SET] stops the slideshow and returns to the menu sc

99Other Playback Functions (PLAY)1. Connect the camera to your computer (pages 125, 134).If you plan to save the music files to the camera’s memory ca