Casio EX-S5 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

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

100Using the Camera with a Computer6. Double-click the camera’s drive icon.7. Drag the “DCIM” folder to the folder to which you want to copy it.8. Aft

101Using 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

102Using 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

103Using 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

104Using 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

105Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).. About DCFDCF i

106Using the Camera with a Computer. Supported Image Files• Image files shot with this camera• DCF-compliant image filesThis camera may not be able to

107Other Settings (Set Up)Other Settings (Set Up)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations

108Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * P DisplayThe PLAY mode screen layout settings let you select how display images are shown on

109Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Eye-FiSelect “Off” to disable Eye-Fi card communication (page 103).Procedure[MENU] * Set Up T

11. Movie Recordingeasy ModePanel : OnPanel : Off1Focus mode (page 57)2Self-timer (page 62)3Recording mode (page 48)4Movie recording time (page 48)5Re

110Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * StartupDisplay the image you want to use as your startup image and then select “On”.• The sta

111Other 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

112Other 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

113Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Date StyleYou can select from among three different styles for the date.Example: December 19,

114Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * SleepThis feature turns off the monitor screen whenever no camera operation is performed for

115Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * REC/PLAY• With “Power On/Off”, the camera turns off when you press [r] (REC) in the REC mode

116Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Video OutYou can use the procedure in this section to select either NTSC or PAL as the video

117Other 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

118Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsConfiguring Monitor Screen SettingsYou can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can c

119Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsA histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical

12. Snapshot Viewing. Movie Playback1File type2Protect indicator (page 76)3Folder name/file name (page 104)4Snapshot image quality (page 67)5Snapshot

120AppendixAppendix. Avoid Use While In Motion• Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or

121Appendix. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities• Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or wh

122Appendix. 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

123Appendix• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, c

124Appendix. Data Error PrecautionsYour digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of co

125Appendix. Caring for your camera• Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and other foreign matter on the len

126Appendix. Other PrecautionsThe camera becomes slightly warm during use. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.. CopyrightsExcept for you

127AppendixAny and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited.This product’s

128AppendixIf the [CHARGE] lamp flashes red...• Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or the temperature of the charger is too hot

129Appendix. Precautions during Use• Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. Th

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

130AppendixSee page 21 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card.Press the memory card and then release it. This will

131Appendix. Memory Card Handling PrecautionsCertain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems saving

132AppendixComputer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application y

133AppendixThe tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you

134Appendix“Set Up” Tab. PLAY Mode“PLAY” Tab“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode. Panel On Displa

135AppendixWhen things don’t go right... TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause and Recommended ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on. 1)The battery

136AppendixThe 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

137AppendixA 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

138AppendixPlaybackThe color of the playback image is different from what appears on the monitor screen when shooting.Sunlight or light from another s

139AppendixLanguage selection screen appears when the camera is turned on.1)You did not configure initial settings after purchasing the camera or the

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

140AppendixDisplay MessagesALERTThe camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wa

141AppendixRETRY POWER ONThe lens came into contact with an obstruction while moving. The camera will turn off automatically when this message appears

142AppendixSnapshotNumber of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time/Voice Recording TimeImage Size (Pixels)Image QualityApproximate Image File SizeBuilt-in Me

143AppendixMoviesVoice Recording*Snapshot, movie recording capacity, and voice recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference on

144AppendixSpecificationsFile Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliantMovies: Motion JPEG AVI, IMA-ADPCM audio (mon

145AppendixSensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity,Recommended Exposure Index)Snapshots:Auto, ISO 64, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600Mov

146AppendixApproximate Battery LifeAll of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) be

147Appendix. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-80). Charger unit (BC-80L)• Power cord precautions for use in SingaporeThe power cord set is not sup

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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

16Quick Start BasicsOther Charging Precautions• Use the special charger (BC-80L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP-80). Never use any othe

17Quick Start Basics1. Open the battery cover.Pressing the battery cover, slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow.2. Load the battery.With th

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

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

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

21Quick 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

22Quick Start Basics3. Close the battery cover.Pressing the battery cover against the camera, slide it closed.• For information about how to replace t

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 52.2. 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. If the image does not focus...If the focus frame stays red and the back lamp is flashing green, it means that the image is not i

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

33Snapshot TutorialImage Size Selection TipsNote that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space.• For information about image

34Snapshot 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.

35Snapshot 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

36Snapshot 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

37Snapshot 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

38Snapshot TutorialTips for Best Face Detection Results• The camera performs center focus if it cannot detect a face.• Always make sure that Auto Focu

39Snapshot 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

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

40Snapshot 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

41Snapshot 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

42Snapshot TutorialYou can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.• Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV• Un

43Snapshot TutorialThe easy mode eliminates troublesome setups and simplifies snapshot recording. This mode is recommended for those who are new to di

44Snapshot Tutorial1. Press [MENU].The easy menu displays larger text than standard menus.2. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you want, and the

45Snapshot 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

46Snapshot TutorialNOTE• The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you re

47Snapshot Tutorial• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 32). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can

48Recording Movie Images and AudioRecording Movie Images and Audio1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 68).The length of the movie you

49Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is

5ContentsShooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Recording Audio Only . . . . . . . . . . . .

50Recording Movie Images and Audio1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button.Movie recording continues after the snapshot is recorde

51Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• You can use [8] (DISP) during audio recording to toggle the monitor screen on and off.• When monitor screen co

52Using BEST SHOTUsing BEST SHOTBEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditi

53Using BEST SHOT3. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene.This returns to the REC mode.• The settings

54Using BEST SHOT. BEST SHOT Precautions• Some scenes like Night Scene and Fireworks result in a slow shutter speed setting. Since a slow shutter spee

55Advanced SettingsAdvanced SettingsThe following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings.• You also can use the Control

56Advanced 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

57Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus*1 The focus range is the distance from the lens surface.*2 During movie recording, th

58Advanced 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

59Advanced SettingsNOTE• An Auto Macro feature detects how far the subject is from the lens and automatically selects either Macro Focus or Auto Focus

6Contents❚❙Other Playback Functions (PLAY) 75Playing a Slideshow on the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Slideshow) . . 75Selecting

60Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus FrameYou can use this procedure to select from among seven different shapes, includin

61Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * CSWhile Continuous Shutter is turned on, images are continually recorded until memory becom

62Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timerWith the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is r

63Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Face DetectionFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 37.Procedure[r] (REC) *

64Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * easy ModeFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 43.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU

65Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Digital ZoomYou can use this setting to turn digital zoom on or off. When digital zoom is t

66Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * MemoryWhen you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory

67Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SizeFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 34.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

68Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * » Quality (Movie)Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothne

69Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ISOFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 40.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

7ContentsConfiguring World Time Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (World Time) . .111Time Stamping Snapshots . . . . . . . . . .

70Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SharpnessYou can specify one of five sharpness settings from +2 (sharpest) to –2 (least

71Viewing Snapshots and MoviesViewing Snapshots and MoviesSee page 28 for the procedure for viewing snapshots.1. Press Page (PLAY) and then use [4] and

72Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed.2. Slide the zoom

73Viewing 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

74Viewing 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

75Other Playback Functions (PLAY)Other Playback Functions (PLAY)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform ot

76Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF PrintingSee page 84 for details.ProcedurePage (PLAY)

77Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Rotation1. Use [8] and [2] to select “Rotation” and then

78Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * TrimmingYou can crop a snapshot to trim parts you do not

79Other 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

8The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained.. CameraGeneral Guide1Zoom controller (pages 24, 45, 72)2Shutter button (p

80Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * CopyFiles can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory

81PrintingPrinting• You can specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before printing (page 84).Printing S

82PrintingYou can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer.. To set up the

83Printing. 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 “

84Printing. 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

85Printing. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the ImagesProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All image

86Printing. Date StampingYou can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.. Standards Supporte

87Using the Camera with a ComputerUsing the Camera with a ComputerYou can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a co

88Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do.* Yo

89Using the Camera with a Computer. Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the applic

9. Charger Unit3211+- Contacts2[CHARGE] Lamp3AC jack

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 computer.• The ca

91Using the Camera with a Computer6. Windows Vista users: Click “Start” and then “Computer”.Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Computer”.Win

92Using 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

93Using 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

94Using 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

95Using 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

96Using the Camera with a Computer. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 89).2. On your comp

97Using 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

98Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want

99Using 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