Casio EXILIM EX-Z1050 User Manual

1EDigital CameraUser’s GuideThank you for purchasing this CASIO product.• Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Gu

10QUICK START BASICS Loading the Battery into the Camera1. Open the battery cover.2. Load the battery into the camera.3. Close the battery cover.Whil

100USING BEST SHOTYou can create a multi-snapshot image by recording snapshots into the frames that are arranged in a preset pattern. This lets you cr

101USING BEST SHOT5. Press the shutter button again to record the next snapshot.• If you are shooting into a three-frame layout, press the shutter but

102USING BEST SHOTWith auto tracking, a boundary area follows a moving subject, making it easy to snap an image with the subject in the center.1. In t

103USING BEST SHOTIMPORTANT!• Only the part of the image within the cropping boundary will be recorded.• The image size for this operation is fixed au

104ADVANCED SETTINGSADVANCED SETTINGSYour camera provides you with the five focus modes described below. The initial factory default focus mode is Aut

105ADVANCED SETTINGSPerform the following steps to change the focus mode.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [S] and [T] to select the third option

106ADVANCED SETTINGS2. When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way to shoot.IMPORTANT!• During movie recording, the Auto F

107ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• When Macro Focus cannot focus properly because the subject is too far away, the camera will switch to the Auto Focus range a

108ADVANCED SETTINGSAuto Focus and Macro Focus Shooting TipsChanging the Auto Focus AreaUse the following procedure to change the metering area used f

109ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• When you select “ Multi” as the focus area, nine focus frames appear on the monitor screen. The camera will automatically d

11QUICK START BASICS(pages 181, 185)The settings on this page are required the first time you turn on the camera after purchasing it.• If you make a m

110ADVANCED SETTINGSUsing Focus Lock“Focus lock” is the name of a technique you can use when you want to shoot an image in which the subject to be foc

111ADVANCED SETTINGSQuick ShutterIf you press the shutter button all the way without waiting for Auto Focus while Quick Shutter is turned on, the came

112ADVANCED SETTINGSUsing Fixed Focus (Pan Focus)Pan Focus (PF) is available during movie recording only. Pan Focus fixes focus for a relatively wide

113ADVANCED SETTINGS2. Use [W] and [X] to focus the image, as you view the results on the monitor screen.At this time the image that is within the bou

114ADVANCED SETTINGSYou can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it. This feature helps to achieve better results when

115ADVANCED SETTINGS4. After the EV value is the way you want, press [SET] to apply it.The exposure compensation value you set remains in effect until

116ADVANCED SETTINGSShooting on a cloudy day can give your subject a blue cast, while shooting under white fluorescent lighting can give your subject

117ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• You also can change the white balance setting using the menu that appears when you press [MENU] (pages 51, 233).• When “Auto

118ADVANCED SETTINGS4. Under the lighting conditions you plan to use when shooting, point the camera at a blank white piece of paper so it fills the e

119ADVANCED SETTINGS3. Use [W] and [X] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].NOTE• You also can change the ISO sensitivity setting using

12QUICK START BASICS6. Use [S] and [T] to select the date format and then press [SET].Example: December 19, 20077. Set the date and the time.Use [W] a

120ADVANCED SETTINGSThe metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure.1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “Quality”

121ADVANCED SETTINGSIMPORTANT!• The metering mode will change to “Center Weighted” automatically if you change the EV shift value (page 114) to anythi

122ADVANCED SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].• You can also correct the dynamic range of a photograph yo

123ADVANCED SETTINGSThe camera’s filter feature lets you add color tints to your images as you shoot them. The color effect look just like what you wo

124ADVANCED SETTINGSUse the following procedure to adjust the saturation of colors in your images.1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “Quality”

125ADVANCED SETTINGSYou can have the snapshot’s recording date only, or date and time stamped in the lower right corner of the image.1. In the REC mod

126ADVANCED SETTINGSThe on-screen histogram that provides a graphic representation of the current exposure of the image. You can also display the hist

127ADVANCED SETTINGSA histogram towards the right side results when the overall image is light. A histogram that is too far to the right may result in

128ADVANCED SETTINGSThe following functions are also available in the REC mode to help make your digital image more efficient and enjoyable.• Assign f

129ADVANCED SETTINGS1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “REC” tab, select “L/R Key”, and then press [X].3. Use [S] and [T] to select the functi

13QUICK START BASICS(page 45) Loading a Memory Card into the CameraWhen a memory card is loaded, the camera stores images you shoot on the card.NOTE•

130ADVANCED SETTINGSDisplaying the Image You Just Recorded (Image Review)When you purchase your camera, it is initially configured with the Image Revi

131ADVANCED SETTINGSIMPORTANT!• The icons listed below do not appear on the display while icon help is turned off.– Flash mode icon (page 72)– White

132ADVANCED SETTINGS4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].To do this:Select this setting:Save the current setting whe

133ADVANCED SETTINGS*1 “On” restores the selected BEST SHOT scene when the camera is turned back on. “Off” exits BEST SHOT when the camera is turned o

134ADVANCED SETTINGSIMPORTANT!• The following are not initialized when you reset the camera (page 234).– Home Time setup– World Time setup– Adjust– Da

135VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESVIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESUse the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen.1. Press [ ] t

136VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESNOTE• Holding down [W] or [X] scrolls at high speed.• The image that initially appears when scrolling may appear to be

137VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESAudio Playback ControlsYou can adjust volume while playback is in progress or paused only.Use the following procedure t

138VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESTo switch to the REC modePress [ ].Movie Playback ControlsIMPORTANT!• Playback may not be possible for movies not recor

139VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESThe slideshow feature lets you play the files stored in memory in sequence, automatically.You can configure the slidesh

14QUICK START BASICS Formatting a Memory CardBefore you can use a memory card with your camera, you must format it.IMPORTANT!• Formatting a memory ca

140VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES4. Use [S] and [T] to select “Start” and then press [SET] to start the slideshow.The slideshow is performed in accordan

141VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESIMPORTANT!• All button operations are disabled while the slideshow is switching from one image to another. Wait until a

142VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES• When connecting the bundled AV cable to the camera’s USB/AV port, insert the plug into the port until you feel it cli

143VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESNOTE• You can use the camera to connect to a DVD recorder or video deck and record images from the camera. There are va

144VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESIMPORTANT!• Select the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) that matches the type of TV you plan to use. You may also need to con

145VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESTo zoom back out, slide the zoom controller towards [] ().• If display indicators are turned on, an indicator in the lo

146VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESUse the following procedure to display a calendar, which shows the first image recorded on each date of a particular mo

147VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESIMPORTANT!• Note following points about how certain editing functions of the camera affect the date with which the imag

148EDITING IMAGESEDITING IMAGESYou can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retaine

149EDITING IMAGESIMPORTANT!• You cannot resize a VGA (640 × 480 pixels) size image.• Resizing a snapshot shot with an aspect ratio of 16:9 or 3:2 will

15QUICK START BASICS(page 59)1. Press [ ] to turn on the camera.This enters the REC mode and displays “ ” (Auto icon) on the monitor screen.2. Point t

150EDITING IMAGES4. Use the zoom controller to zoom, and [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move around the zoomed image to display the part you want to extrac

151EDITING IMAGES4. Use [W] and [X] to select the candidate you want to correct.5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Correct” and then press [SET].• Select “

152EDITING IMAGES6. Move the zoom controller left and right to zoom the cropping boundary.7. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the selection boundary

153EDITING IMAGESUse the procedure in this section to change the date and time of a previously recorded image.1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to

154EDITING IMAGESPerform the following procedure to rotate the image (snapshot) currently on the monitor screen. This feature comes in handy with a sn

155EDITING IMAGESYou can use the following procedure to insert snapshots into the frames of a layout and produce a new image that contains multiple sn

156EDITING IMAGES7. Use [W] and [X] to select the snapshot for the layout and then press [SET].8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all of the other frames in

157EDITING IMAGESYou can use the white balance setting to select a light source type for a recorded image, which will affect the colors of the image.1

158EDITING IMAGES• Normally, the initially selected white balance setting on the above menu is the one that was used when you originally recorded the

159EDITING IMAGES4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].• To cancel the brightness adjustment operation, press [W] or

16QUICK START BASICSSnapshot Image Size and Image QualityYour camera lets you select from among various image size and quality settings. Note that ima

160EDITING IMAGESIMPORTANT!• Performing Dynamic Range correction on an image causes the new (corrected) version to be stored as a separate file.• When

161EDITING IMAGESIMPORTANT!• When you edit a movie, only the result is saved. The original movie is not retained. Once you perform an editing operatio

162EDITING IMAGES5. Select the frame (point) where you want to cut the movie.• To cancel the cut operation, press [MENU]. This will return to the scre

163EDITING IMAGES7. In response to the confirmation message that appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Yes” and then press [SET].• To cancel movie editi

164EDITING IMAGES1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to scroll through images and display the movie that contains the frame you want to use.2. Press

165USING AUDIOUSING AUDIOThe dubbing feature of your camera lets you add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. A snapshot that includes audio (regar

166USING AUDIO Re-recording Snapshot AudioIMPORTANT!• Note that you cannot restore the original audio once you delete or re-record the audio of a sna

167USING AUDIOVoice Recording lets you record audio only, without a snapshot or movie.Using built-in memory only, you get up to about 48 minutes of Vo

168USING AUDIONOTE• You can also play back Voice Recording data on your computer using Windows Media Player or QuickTime.• Your camera supports the fo

169MANAGING YOUR FILESMANAGING YOUR FILESYour camera treats each snapshot, movie, and Voice Recording, as a separate file.You can delete, protect, and

17QUICK START BASICS(page 135)1. Press [ ] to enter the PLAY mode.If there are multiple images in memory, use [W] and [X] to scroll through them. To

170MANAGING YOUR FILESNOTE• You can view folder and file names on your computer. For details about how file names are displayed on the camera’s monito

171MANAGING YOUR FILES4. Use [S] and [T] to select “On” and then press [SET].An image that is protected is indicated by the “ ” icon.5. Now you can re

172MANAGING YOUR FILESThe FAVORITE folder is located in the camera’s built-in memory, and you can use it to store personal snapshots that you do not w

173MANAGING YOUR FILES Viewing Snapshots in the FAVORITE Folder1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and then pr

174MANAGING YOUR FILESFiles can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory to a memory card, or from a memory card to built-in memory.This makes it p

175MANAGING YOUR FILES Copying a Single File from a Memory Card to Built-in MemoryWith this procedure, files must be copied one-by-one.1. Load the me

176DELETING FILESDELETING FILESYou can delete files you no longer need, or after you transfer them to your computer’s hard disk or print them. This fr

177DELETING FILES1. In the PLAY mode, press [T] ( ).2. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files Delete” and then press [SET].3. In response to the confirm

178OTHER SETTINGSOTHER SETTINGSYour camera lets you configure the following sound settings.• Type of sound and volume for shutter release and other op

179OTHER SETTINGS Setting the Playback Volume LevelYou can use this procedure to set the playback volume level for movies and audio snapshots, indepe

18QUICK START BASICS(page 84)1. Press [ ] to enter the REC mode.2. Press [BS] (BEST SHOT).3. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the “ ” (Movie) scen

180OTHER SETTINGSNOTE• The following are the types of images that you can select for the startup screen.– Special startup screen images built into the

181OTHER SETTINGSWhen changing the date and time setting, be sure to do so for your Home City (the location where you normally use the camera). If you

182OTHER SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Home” and then press [X].4. Use [S] and [T] to select “City” and then press [X].5. Use [S], [T], [W], a

183OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Date FormatYou can select from among three different formats for the date.1. Press [MENU].2. On the “Set Up” tab, sele

184OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the World Time screen to view the current time in zone that is different from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc.

185OTHER SETTINGS Switching between the Home Time and World Time Screens1. Press [MENU].2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time” and then press [X

186OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the following procedure to change the brightness of the monitor screen.1. Press [MENU].2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select

187OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the procedure below to change the USB communication protocol that is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer,

188OTHER SETTINGSYou configure the camera so it does not turn on when you press the [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) button, or to turn off when you press the

189OTHER SETTINGSFormatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it.IMPORTANT!• Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot be recovered

19QUICK START BASICS(page 137)The film-like frame that appears on the monitor screen indicates that this is an image from a movie.1. Press [ ] to ente

190PRINTINGPRINTINGThere are three different methods you can use for printing images.Types of PrintingProfessional Print Service (page 191)Take the me

191PRINTING Printing Precautions• See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings.• Contact

192PRINTING Printing on a Printer that Supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINTYou can connect the camera directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT

193PRINTING• When connecting the bundled USB cable to the camera’s USB/AV port, insert the plug into the port until you feel it click securely into pl

194PRINTING11.Use [S] and [T] to specify the print option you want.If you want to print a specific image:Select “1 Image” and then press [SET]. After

195PRINTINGDPOF (Digital Print Order Format) lets you specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and whether date stamping is turne

196PRINTING5. Use [S] and [T] to specify the number of copies.• You can specify up to 99 for the number of copies. Specify 0 if you do not want to pri

197PRINTINGClear DPOF settings when you no longer need them!DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if

198PRINTINGYour camera supports the protocols described below. PictBridgeCamera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) USB DIRECT-PRINTSeiko Epson

199USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERUSING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERConnecting the camera to a computer provides you with the capabilities described be

2UNPACKINGUNPACKINGAs you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your origina

20QUICK START BASICS(page 176)You can use the following procedure to delete files you have transferred to your computer’s hard disk, images you have p

200USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERThe procedures you need to perform when using the camera with your computer and when using the bundled software are

201USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERPlay moviesVista/XP/2000/Me/98SE/98DirectX 9.0cWindows 2000/98SE/98Users of the above operating systems also need t

202USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the appli

203USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERViewing and Storing Images on a ComputerYou can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your computer b

204USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Click “USB driver B” to select it and then click “Install”.4. Follow the instructions that appear on the dialog

205USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER• When connecting the bundled USB cable to the camera’s USB/AV port, insert the plug into the port until you feel i

206USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERIMPORTANT!• Never disconnect the USB cable without exiting the USB mode first. Doing so can corrupt image data. See

207USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER5. Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view.This displays the image.• For information about f

208USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER6. On the “My Document” “Edit” menu, select “Paste”.This will paste the “DCIM” folder (and all the image files it c

209USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERTransfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on the ComputerTo manage images on your computer, you n

21INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION BEST SHOT for beautiful shots simply by selecting a sample image built into the cameraSimply select the scene that is simi

210USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERChecking Your Computer’s DirectX VersionIn order to manage images using Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM, your computer

211USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERPlaying MoviesWindows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. T

212USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Click “Photo Transport” to select it and then click “Read me.”• “Read me” files contain important information ab

213USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Drop the image data you want to transfer to the camera onto the Photo Transport Transfer button.Move your mouse

214USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Transferring screen captures to the camera1. First, connect the camera to your computer.• See page 204 for inform

215USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER6. Follow the instructions that appear on the display to transfer a capture of the selected area to the camera.• Th

216USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERUser RegistrationYou can perform user registration over the Internet. To do so, of course, you need to be able to c

217USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERViewing and Storing Images on a MacintoshYou can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your Macintosh

218USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER• When connecting the bundled USB cable to the camera’s USB/AV port, insert the plug into the port until you feel i

219USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First TimeSince you need to configure menu settings only the fi

22INTRODUCTION Powerful Print Features• DPOF feature for easy specification of date stamping and the number of copies (page 195)• Timestamp feature t

220USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Saving an Image on Your MacintoshIn order to work on an image to put it into an album, you must first save it to

221USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERTransfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on Your MacintoshIf you are running Mac OS X, you can m

222USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERViewing User Documentation (PDF Files)You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer

223USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERThe method you should use to read files from a memory card depends on the type of computer you have. Some typical e

224USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERThe camera stores images you shoot and other data in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).

225USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER*1 The BEST SHOT mode includes a sample scene that optimizes settings for auction site images. Depending on your ca

226USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Built-in Memory and Memory Card Data Handling Precautions• When saving camera data to a computer hard disk, MO di

227APPENDIXAPPENDIXThe numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each part is explained. CameraFrontBackGeneral Guide1Zoom Controller (pages 68

228APPENDIXBottomckBattery/Memory Card Slots (pages 35, 47)clTripod HoleUse this hole when attaching to a tripod. Battery Charger1Contacts2[CHARGE] l

229APPENDIXThe monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status.• The sample screens in this sect

23INTRODUCTION CopyrightsExcept for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of image, movie, audio, or music files without permission of the co

230APPENDIX Movie Recording ModePanel : OnPanel : Off1 278534645 17 68231Recording Mode2Remaining Movie Memory Capacity (page 246)3Movie Image Qualit

231APPENDIX Snapshot Playback Mode1File Type (page 135)2Protect Indicator (page 170)3Folder Name/File Name (page 169)4Snapshot Image Quality (page 65

232APPENDIXThe tables in this section show the items that appears on the menus that appear on the monitor screen when you press [MENU]. The items incl

233APPENDIXQuality Tab MenuSize 10M (3648 × 2736)* / 3:2 (3648 × 2432) / 16:9 (3648 × 2048) / 5M (2560 × 1920) / 3M (2048 × 1536) / 2M (1600 × 1200) /

234APPENDIXSet Up Tab Menu Panel On* / Off Display Wide* / 4:3Screen Auto 2* / Auto 1 / +2 / +1 / 0Sounds Startup* / Half Shutter / Shutter / Operatio

235APPENDIX PLAY ModePLAY Tab Menu“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.Slideshow Start* / Images

236APPENDIXThe camera has lamps: an Operation Lamp and an AF Assist/Self-timer Lamp. These Lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational s

237APPENDIXIMPORTANT!• Never remove the memory card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so will cause the image you shot

238APPENDIXFinding the Problem and Fixing ItTroubleshooting GuideProblem Possible Causes and ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on. 1) The battery

239APPENDIXThe flash does not fire. 1) If “ ” (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode, change to another mode (page 72).2) If the battery is dead, c

24INTRODUCTION• EXILIM, Photo Loader, and Photo Transport are registered trademarks or trademarks of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.• Photo Loader with HOT A

240APPENDIXThough available lighting is bright, the faces of people in the image are dark.Not enough light is reaching the subjects. Change the flash

241APPENDIXOtherThe wrong date and time are displayed.The date and time setting is off. Set the correct date and time (page 181).The messages on the d

242APPENDIXIf you have problems installing the USB driver...You may not be able to install the USB driver properly if you use the USB cable to connect

243APPENDIXDisplay MessagesBattery is low. Battery power is low.Cannot correct image!Keystone correction of the image cannot be performed for some rea

244APPENDIXRecord Error Image compression could not be performed for some reason during image data storage. Shoot the image again.Replenish ink! Durin

245APPENDIX Main SpecificationsProduct Type . . . . . . . Digital CameraModel . . . . . . . . . . . . EX-Z1050 Camera FunctionsImage FilesFormat .

246APPENDIX• Movies2M(1600 × 1200)Fine 1.26 MB 12 images 193 imagesNormal 790 KB 19 images 308 imagesEconomy 470 KB 33 images 518 imagesVGA(640 × 480)

247APPENDIX* The number of image values is approximate and are provided for reference only. The actual number of images you may be able to record may

248APPENDIXExposure Control . . . . . . . .Light Metering:Multi-pattern, center-weighted, spot by CCDExposure: Program AEExposure Compensation:–2EV to

249APPENDIXTimekeeping Functions . . .Built-in quartz digital clockDate and Time:Recorded with image data, Time stampAuto Calendar: To 2049World Time:

25INTRODUCTION• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.• The content of this manual has been checked at each step of the pro

250APPENDIX*1 Number of Shots (CIPA Standard)• Temperature: 23°C (73°F)• Monitor Screen: On• Zoom operation between full wide to full telephoto every

251APPENDIX Battery Charger (BC-31L)Power Requirement . . . . . .100 to 240V AC, 80mA, 50/60HzOutput . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.2V DC, 600 mAC

252CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.6-2, Hon-machi 1-chomeShibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, JapanMA0703-BM10

26INTRODUCTION Take test shots before shooting the final shot.• Before shooting your final image, shoot a test shot to ensure that the camera is reco

27INTRODUCTION Display Panel• Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel surface or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can cause the display pa

28INTRODUCTION Water and Foreign Matter• Water, other liquids, or foreign matter (especially metal) getting inside the camera creates the risk of fir

29INTRODUCTION Disassembly and Modification• Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock,

3CONTENTSCONTENTSUNPACKING 2QUICK START BASICS 9First, charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Configuring Display Language, D

30INTRODUCTION Rechargeable Battery• Use only the specified charger unit or the specified device to charge the battery. Attempting to charge the batt

31INTRODUCTION• If a battery is to be used by young children, make sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the precautions and proper handli

32INTRODUCTION Data Error Precautions• Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk

33INTRODUCTION Condensation• Sudden and extreme temperature changes, such as when the camera is moved from the outdoors on a cold winter day into a w

34INTRODUCTION Caring for your camera• Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the lens surface can interfere with proper operation of the ca

35GETTING READYGETTING READYYour camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40).IMPORTANT!• Use of any type of battery other than NP-

36GETTING READY2. Plug the battery charger into a household power outlet.This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red.• It takes about 150 minutes to

37GETTING READYIMPORTANT!• Use the special charger (BC-31L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP-40). Never use any other type of charger dev

38GETTING READY2. Load the battery into the camera.With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing upwards (in the direction of the monitor screen), hold t

39GETTING READY Checking Remaining Battery PowerAs battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as

4CONTENTSSHOOTING A SNAPSHOT 59Holding the Camera Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Shooting a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40GETTING READYReplacing the Battery1.Open the battery cover.2. With the camera oriented with its monitor screen facing upwards as shown in the illust

41GETTING READY Storage Precautions• Though a rechargeable lithium ion battery provides high capacity in a compact configuration, long-term storage w

42GETTING READY Turning Power OnTo turn power on and enter the REC modePress [ON/OFF] (Power) or [ ] (REC).To turn power on and enter the PLAY modePr

43GETTING READY Turning Power OffPress [ON/OFF] (Power).NOTE• You can configure the camera so power does not turn on when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ]

44GETTING READY Battery Power Conservation FeaturesThis camera is equipped with a sleep function and auto power off function to conserve battery powe

45GETTING READYNOTE• When both sleep and Auto Power Off have the same time settings, Auto Power Off takes priority.• Sleep and Auto Power Off are disa

46GETTING READYSupported Memory CardsYour camera supports use of the following types of memory cards.SD Memory CardSDHC Memory CardMMC (MultiMediaCard

47GETTING READY• Electrostatic charge, electrical noise, and other phenomena can cause data to become corrupted or even lost. Make sure that you alway

48GETTING READY2. Load a memory card into the camera.Positioning the memory card so its back is facing upwards (towards the monitor screen side of the

49GETTING READYIMPORTANT!• Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 46) into the memory card slot.• Should water or any foreign obj

5CONTENTSADVANCED SETTINGS 104Changing the Focus Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Using Auto Focus 105 Using Macro Focus 106 Using Fix

50GETTING READY1. Load the memory card you want to format into the camera.2. Turn on the camera and press [MENU].3. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Forma

51GETTING READYThe following are menu operations you will need to use to configure camera settings. Take a few moments to become familiar with them.•

52GETTING READY4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want.5. Apply the setting.• Pressing [SET] applies the selected setting and exits the menu

53GETTING READYAll screen shots in this manual show what appears when the Operation Panel is turned on.Panel settingDescriptionOnPressing [SET] in the

54GETTING READYPanel (Operation Panel)1Image Size/Quality*1 (pages 63, 65)2Flash Mode (page 72)3Focus Mode (page 104)4Self-timer (page 76)5Anti Shake

55GETTING READY2. Use [S] and [T] to select the icon of the setting you want to change.3. Use [W] and [X] to change the setting.• If you want to confi

56GETTING READYTurning Display Information On and OffYou can turn display information on and off by pressing [S] (DISP). You can configure separate se

57GETTING READYIMPORTANT!• You cannot turn display information on or off while an audio snapshot record operation is standing by or in progress.• The

58GETTING READYPLAY modeCurrent ScreenTo return to the normal playback screenMenu screen [MENU] or [ ]REC mode screen Press [ ].Delete screenPress [ ]

59SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTSHOOTING A SNAPSHOTHolding the camera with one hand can result in accidental hand movement. Hold the camera securely with both ha

6CONTENTSEDITING IMAGES 148Resizing a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Cropping a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTNOTE• Good-looking images are impossible if you move the camera when you press the shutter button or while the Auto Focus operati

61SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT2. Focus the image.While the focus frame is aligned with the subject, half-press the shutter button.Auto Focus will focus the ima

62SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTNOTE• The aperture value indicates the size of the opening that lets light into the camera. A larger aperture value indicates a s

63SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Fully pressing the shutter button without waiting for Auto FocusYou can shoot snapshots by pressing the shutter button all the

64SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTNOTE• You also can change the image size setting using the menu that appears when you press [MENU] (pages 51, 233).• The followin

65SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTSpecifying Image QualityYour camera lets you select “Fine” (maximum image quality), “Normal”, or “Economy” (maximum memory econom

66SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTTurning Off the AF Assist LampThe AF assist lamp emits light that helps the camera focus when you half-press the shutter button u

67SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTSnapshot Shooting Precautions Operation• Never open the battery cover while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so can r

68SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTAuto Focus Restrictions• Proper focus may not be possible when shooting the following types of subjects.– Solid color wall or oth

69SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT2. Slide the zoom controller to change the zoom factor.– For more information, see “Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom Switch Point” o

7CONTENTSOTHER SETTINGS 178Configuring Camera Sound Settings. . . . . . . . . . 178Turning the Startup Screen On or Off . . . . . . . . . 179Specifyin

70SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom Switch PointIf you hold the zoom controller towards [ ] in step 2 of the above procedure, the zoo

71SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 63). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you c

72SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTPerform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use.Approximate Flash Range (ISO Sensitivity: Auto)• The flash r

73SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTNOTE• When operation panel setting is turned off (page 52), you can cycle through the flash modes by pressing [T] ().IMPORTANT!•

74SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Checking the Flash ModeThe current flash mode is indicated on the monitor screen and by the operation lamp when you half-press

75SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Using Flash AssistThe subject in an image will look too dark if flash intensity is not enough to reach a subject that is too fa

76SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Flash Precautions• The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too close.• Flash charging time d

77SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [S] and [T] to select the fourth option from the top (Self-timer).3. Use [W] and [X] to se

78SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTNOTE• The indicator “1sec” appears on the monitor screen between Triple Self-timer shots. How long it takes for the camera to get

79SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTSelecting the Continuous Shutter Mode1.In the REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “REC” tab, select “Continuous” and then press [X].

8CONTENTSAPPENDIX 227General Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227Monitor Screen Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

80SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTRecording with Zoom Continuous Shutter1.Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the selection boundary around the image of the subject

81SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTContinuous Shutter Precautions• Starting a continuous shutter operation causes the exposure and focus settings to be fixed at the

82SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTYou can add an audio recording to snapshots, if you want. Use this feature to add a verbal explanation or a description of the mo

83SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTPlaying Back Snapshot AudioAudio snapshots in the PLAY mode are indicated by the “ ” icon.Press [SET] while an audio snapshot is

84SHOOTING A MOVIESHOOTING A MOVIEBefore shooting a movie, you should specify a movie image quality setting. Movie image quality is a standard that de

85SHOOTING A MOVIEAudio is also recorded while you shoot a movie. Audio is monaural.1. In the REC mode, press [BS].2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to se

86SHOOTING A MOVIEMovie Recording Precautions• You cannot use flash while shooting a movie.• The camera also records audio. Note the following points

87USING BEST SHOTUSING BEST SHOTWith BEST SHOT, you simply select the sample scene that is like the one you are trying to shoot, and the camera sets u

88USING BEST SHOT2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the boundary to select the scene you want to select.• Pressing [S] or [T] while the red boundar

89USING BEST SHOTIMPORTANT!• Night Scene, Fireworks scenes use slow shutter speeds. Since a slow shutter speed increases the chance of digital noise i

9QUICK START BASICSQUICK START BASICS(page 35) Using the Battery Charger to Charge1. Load the battery into the battery charger.2. Plug the battery ch

90USING BEST SHOTDisplaying Detailed Information about a BEST SHOT SceneTo find out more about a scene, select it with the red boundary on the scene s

91USING BEST SHOT Creating Your Own BEST SHOT ScenesYou can use the procedure below to save the setups of snapshots that you shot as BEST SHOT scenes

92USING BEST SHOTDeleting a BEST SHOT User ScenePerform the following steps when you want to delete a BEST SHOT user scene.1. In the REC mode, press [

93USING BEST SHOT Turning on Anti Shake Using the Panel (Operation Panel)1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [S] and [T] to select the fifth optio

94USING BEST SHOTThe BEST SHOT “High Sensitivity” scene makes it possible for you to take natural looking images without using the flash, even when li

95USING BEST SHOTShooting a business card, document, whiteboard, or similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the subject to appear misshaped in

96USING BEST SHOT Shooting an Image Using a Business Shot Scene1. After selecting either of the BEST SHOT Business Shot scenes, compose the image and

97USING BEST SHOTIMPORTANT!• Make sure the entire object you are trying to shoot (correct) is enclosed within the monitor screen. The camera will not

98USING BEST SHOTNOTE• When the camera is at an angle to the photograph you are recording, the shape of the photograph may appear distorted in the rec

99USING BEST SHOT3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Trim” and then press [SET].This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor screen.• To cancel the corr