INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Digital Movie Camera
VPC-CA65EX
VPC-CA65GX
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-CA65EX and
VPC-CA65GX.
Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.
Make sure to read and understand the separate booklet “SAFETY MANUAL”.
Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.
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Warning
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
FOR AMERICAN USERS
The following advisory is included in accordance with the laws of the State of
California (USA):
WARNING:
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
i This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
h Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
h Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
h Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
h Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
i Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Model number: VPC-CA65EX, VPC-CA65GX
Trade Name: SANYO
Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY
Address: 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311
Telephone No.: (818) 998-7322
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Install the battery pack and card
1
Insert the battery pack.
Battery pack slot
1 Press the latch
Lever
1 Push
2 Open
2 Insert
2
Insert the SD Memory Card.
h An SD Memory Card is not included with your camera. Please
purchase a commercially sold card.
h In this manual, the SD Memory Card is referred to as the “card”.
Card slot
1 Open
2 Insert
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Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take a
test shot to confirm that your camera is set up and ready to go
i Sanyo declines any claim for compensation for recorded contents etc. in
case of photographing or recording failure due to a chance camera or card
flaw.
Shooting
kVideo clip recording
[
] button
ON/OFF button
Monitor unit
1
Open the monitor unit, and
press the ON/OFF button
for at least 1 second.
h The camera turns on.
2
Press the [
h Recording begins.
] button.
h To stop recording, press
the [
] button again.
kStill image
photography
[
] button
1
2
Open the monitor unit, and
press the ON/OFF button
for at least 1 second.
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h The camera turns on.
Press the [
] button.
h A still image is captured.
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Playback
kVideo clip playback
1
Press the REC/PLAY button.
h The display switches to the
Playback Screen.
SET button
REC/PLAY button
h Press the [G] or [H] button
to display the video clip you
wish to play back.
h Video clips are indicated by
a video clip pattern along
the top and bottom of the
screen.
2
Press the SET button.
h Playback of the selected
video clip begins.
Arrow buttons
kStill image playback
1
Press the REC/PLAY button.
h The display switches to the
Playback Screen.
h To view other images, press
the [G] or [H] button.
<To return to the Shooting
Screen>
PLAY
h Press the REC/PLAY
button.
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<Example: After recording
a video clip>
Video clip pattern
When you are finished using the camera...
Press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second to turn the camera off.
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Burn your recorded video clips onto a DVD
(Windows XP)
Introduced here is the procedure to use the supplied DVD-ROM (Xacti
Software DVD) to burn movies captured with your camera to a DVD,
creating your original DVD.
Install the application programs
Install two programs from the Xacti Software DVD to your computer:
Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition (in this manual, referred to as
Photoshop Album SE) and, for creating DVDs, Adobe Premiere Elements 3.0
(in this manual, referred to as Premiere Elements).
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2
Set the supplied DVD-ROM (Xacti Software DVD) in your computer’s
DVD drive.
h The installation window opens.
Click on the application program you wish to install.
Install Photoshop Album SE.
Install Premiere Elements.
h After clicking on an application program, follow the instructions shown
on the monitor to install the program.
h When installing Premiere Elements, input the serial number found on
the DVD-ROM envelope. It looks similar to the following:
SERIAL NUMBER: XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX
(
input this number)
↑
h When the installation is complete, the product registration window will
appear, but click on the Exit button to close the window.
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In the installation window, click on [Finish].
h The installation window closes.
h Remove the DVD-ROM from your computer’s DVD drive.
<About the Kodak online service>
h When the installation window closes, a dialog box to connect to the
website introducing Kodak’s online service appears. Check the [No
thanks !] option button, and then click on the [OK] button.
Copy data from your camera to the computer
Connect your camera to a computer, and copy the desired data to the
computer.
1
2
Turn on the computer, and use the supplied dedicated USB interface
cable to connect your camera to the computer.
h Connect the cable between the camera’s USB/AV terminal and the
computer’s USB connector.
Turn on the camera (page 28).
h The USB Connection Screen appears on the camera’s monitor.
Supplied dedicated
USB interface cable
To USB connector
on the computer
USB CONNECTION
COMPUTER
PRINTER
CANCEL
To USB/AV terminal
on the camera
CANCEL OK
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4
Select [COMPUTER], and press the SET button.
h The screen to select the computer connection mode appears.
h Select [CARD READER], and press the SET button.
h The screen to import data to the computer appears on your
computer’s monitor.
Click the [IMPORT] button.
h Copy the camera data to the following folder:
My Pictures\Adobe\Digital Camera\Date folder
h When the data has been successfully copied, a dialog box appears to
confirm whether or not you wish to delete the original data from the
camera.
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6
Click the [YES] button if you wish to delete the data from the
camera’s memory, or [NO] if you do not wish to delete it.
h The Photoshop Album SE catalogue screen appears.
h The data you copied appears on the computer monitor. Confirm that
the desired data was correctly copied. If it was not copied, from the
[Import] menu select [From camera, mobile phone or card reader],
and copy the desired data.
Click the close button.
h Photoshop Album SE closes.
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Burn video clips onto a DVD
1
Double-click on your desktop’s Premiere Elements icon to run the
Premiere Elements program.
h The Premiere Elements welcome screen appears.
2
3
Click on the [New Project] icon.
h The [New Project] dialog box appears.
Type a project name in the “Name:” field.
h Use any name that is easy to understand.
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Click the [OK] button.
h The screen to edit the data you’ll burn to the DVD appears.
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6
Click on [Files and folders] in the “Get Media from:” field.
h The screen to select the data to burn to the DVD appears.
h Specify the folder that contains the files
(My Pictures\Adobe\Digital Camera Data\Date folder).
Specify the video clip data you wish to burn to the DVD.
h Select the desired data by clicking on it.
h To select multiple data, click on the individual files while holding down
the [Ctrl] key. If you select one file, hold down the [Shift] key and click
on another file in the list, all the files in between are also selected.
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Click the [Open] button.
h The window to select the data closes, and the display returns to the
screen to edit the data you’ll burn to the DVD.
h The data specified in step 6 appears in the “Available Media:” field.
8
9
Double-click on the data you wish to burn to the DVD.
Drag and drop the data you selected in step 8 to “Drag clip here to
add to movie” in the “My Project” field.
h The data to burn to the DVD appears in the “Scenes” of the
“My Project” field.
h To include multiple files, repeat steps 8 and 9 as necessary.
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10 Click the [Create DVD] tab.
h “DVD menus” appears.
11 Click the [Burn DVD] button.
h The dialog box to burn to a DVD appears.
h For “Burn to:” in the “DVD Settings”, specify “Disc”.
12 Click the [Burn] button.
h Burning to DVD begins.
13 When writing is complete, click the [Close] button.
14 Click the close button.
h The dialog box to confirm whether to save the project appears.
h If you wish to use the settings for the current project in subsequent
projects, you should save them. If you will not use the settings in
subsequent projects, it is not necessary to save then.
15 Click the [YES] or [NO] button.
h Premiere Elements closes.
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How was that? The convenient accessories not only let you immediately view
images captured with the camera, but you can also upload images to your
computer and create your original DVDs. Read the following explanations to
find out how you can fully enjoy your camera’s digital movie feature.
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Concerning your camera’s
waterproof feature
Important!
This camera complies with JIS IPX8 (formerly JIS protection grade 8)
waterproof standard and can be used in water. Note, however, that
failing to heed the following precautions may result in damage or injury
that is not covered by the warranty. Please take the time to carefully
read and heed the following cautions.
NOTE
k Before using the camera
i
i
i
When closing the battery/card compartment cover,
make sure that no foreign object such as sand, hair,
dust, etc. is caught in the seal.
Make sure that the battery/card compartment cover is
completely and securely closed to prevent water from
getting inside the camera and damaging it.
Please note that the camera accessories are not
waterproof.
k Cautions concerning use in water
i
The waterproof properties of the camera apply to fresh
water and saltwater only; they do not apply to cleaning
substances, chemicals or water from spas, etc. In
case of a splash, immediately wipe off any moisture.
Do not immerse in water at a depth greater than 1.5 m
(4.92 ft.).
i
i
i
Do not subject the camera to high-pressure water.
Do not immerse in water for longer than 60 minutes.
After 60 minutes of use in water, allow it to dry for at
least 10 minutes.
i
i
Do not immerse in water that is warmer than 40 ºC
(104ºF).
Do not open and close the battery/card compartment
cover when the camera is wet or while it is immersed
in water.
i
i
Do not open and close the battery/card compartment cover with wet hands.
Do not open the battery/card compartment cover on the beach or at the
poolside.
Do not jolt the camera while it is immersed in water. Doing so may cause the
battery/card compartment cover to open.
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NOTE
k Storing and maintaining your camera
i Do not leave the camera unwashed after it has been
immersed in salt water or if salt water is adhering to
it. Doing so may cause corrosion and discoloration of
the plating, as well as deterioration of the camera’s
waterproof capability.
i After the camera has been used in water, use fresh
water to wash it. Never use soap or detergent to
clean the camera, as doing so will cause deterioration
of the camera’s waterproof capability.
i After washing the camera, take care to completely
drain it, and use a dry cloth to wipe off any drops of
water adhering to it (page 60).
i Do not leave the camera in an environment colder than
0 °C (32°F) or warmer than 40 °C (104°F), as doing so
may cause deterioration of the camera’s waterproof
capability.
i Waterproof seals are used in this camera. It is
recommended that the waterproof seals be replaced
every year with new ones. For replacing the seals,
please consult your dealer.
* Please note that there is a fee for replacing the
waterproof seal.
k Other cautions
i Do not subject the camera to severe jolts, as doing so may deform the
battery/card compartment cover or camera body, thus compromising its
waterproof capability. If the camera has been subjected to a strong jolt,
please consult with your dealer.
HINT
What is “JIS IPX8” (formerly “JIS protection grade 8”)?
i “JIS IPX8” specifies that a device is protected against the effects of
continuous immersion in water.
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CONTENTS
QUICK SEARCH BY OPERATION ........................................................ 5
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES ...................................... 9
How to use the accessories .......................................................... 11
Media cards that can be used with this camera ............................ 13
SPECIAL FEATURES .......................................................................... 14
Waterproof capability .................................................................... 14
Movable monitor for any shooting angle ....................................... 15
Capture still shots while recording a video clip ............................. 16
Easy to shoot vertically oriented photos ....................................... 16
Lots of accessories for optimal use of your captured images ....... 17
SYSTEM MAP ..................................................................................... 18
„ SETUP
PARTS NAMES ................................................................................... 19
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK ..................................................... 21
Recharging the battery pack ......................................................... 22
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD ................................ 23
Install the battery pack .................................................................. 23
Install the card .............................................................................. 26
TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF ............................................. 28
Turning on the camera .................................................................. 28
Turning on the camera when the power save (sleep) function is
active ........................................................................................ 28
Turning off the camera .................................................................. 29
OPERATION BUTTONS ...................................................................... 30
DATE AND TIME SETTING ................................................................. 32
SCREEN DISPLAY .............................................................................. 35
„ BASIC OPERATION
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES ............................................................. 36
For best results ............................................................................. 36
Using the autofocus ...................................................................... 37
Switching between the shooting mode and playback mode ......... 39
Hints for taking pictures ................................................................ 40
VIDEO CLIP RECORDING AND PLAYBACK ..................................... 41
Recording video clips .................................................................... 41
Playing back a video clip .............................................................. 42
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CAPTURING AND PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES ...........................45
Shooting still images .....................................................................45
Viewing still images .......................................................................47
9-image display playback ..............................................................48
Art mode playback .........................................................................49
Selecting the playback folder ........................................................50
Magnifying (zooming in) the image ...............................................51
SHOOT A STILL IMAGE WHILE RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP ..........52
AUDIO RECORDING AND PLAYBACK ...............................................54
Audio recording .............................................................................54
Audio data playback ......................................................................56
USING THE ZOOM ..............................................................................57
EXPOSURE CORRECTION .................................................................58
AFTER USING THE CAMERA IN WATER ..........................................60
„ SHOOTING
DISPLAYING THE RECORDING MENU .............................................61
Switching the page ........................................................................62
Overview of the RECORDING MENU ...........................................63
IMAGE QUALITY ..................................................................................67
Video clip image quality setting .....................................................67
Still image resolution setting ..........................................................68
SCENE SELECT ..................................................................................69
FILTERS ...............................................................................................71
SETTING THE FLASH MODE ..............................................................72
SELF-TIMER ........................................................................................74
MOTION COMPENSATION (IMAGE STABILIZER) .............................76
FOCUS RANGE ...................................................................................78
How to use the manual focus ........................................................79
FOCUS AREA SETTING ......................................................................80
LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING ................................................81
ISO SENSITIVITY .................................................................................82
WHITE BALANCE ................................................................................84
„ PLAYBACK
DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK MENU ................................................85
Switching the page ........................................................................86
Overview of the PLAYBACK MENU ..............................................87
SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK ....................................................................89
PLAYBACK VOLUME ...........................................................................91
DATA PROTECT ..................................................................................92
DELETING DATA .................................................................................94
COPY DATA .........................................................................................96
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PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ 98
Display the Printing Instructions Screen ....................................... 98
Specifying date imprinting and print quantities ........................... 100
Index print ................................................................................... 102
Clearing all the printing instructions ............................................ 103
ROTATE IMAGE ................................................................................ 104
CHANGING IMAGE SIZE (RESIZE) .................................................. 105
RED-EYE CORRECTION .................................................................. 106
EXTRACTING A STILL IMAGE FROM A VIDEO CLIP ..................... 108
EDITING VIDEO CLIPS ..................................................................... 109
Procedure to cut (extract) a portion of a video clip ..................... 109
Procedure to join video clips ....................................................... 110
Video clip cutting (extracting) ...................................................... 112
Joining two video clips ................................................................ 115
SMOOTH PLAYBACK ....................................................................... 118
DISPLAYING IMAGE PROPERTIES (INFORMATION SCREEN) .... 119
„ OPTION SETTINGS
DISPLAYING THE OPTION MENU ................................................... 120
Overview of the OPTION MENU ................................................ 121
SELECT THE STARTUP DISPLAY ................................................... 123
OPERATION SOUNDS ..................................................................... 124
POST-VIEW SETTING ...................................................................... 127
CREATE/SELECT A RECORDING FOLDER .................................... 128
NOISE-REDUCTION FUNCTION ...................................................... 129
ADJUST THE IMAGE QUALITY ........................................................ 131
FLICKER-REDUCTION ..................................................................... 132
DIGITAL ZOOM SETTING ................................................................. 133
ASSIGN FUNCTIONS TO THE ARROW BUTTONS ........................ 134
MONITOR BRIGHTNESS .................................................................. 136
SCREEN LANGUAGE ....................................................................... 137
TV SYSTEM SETTING ...................................................................... 138
POWER SAVE FUNCTION ............................................................... 139
FILE NO. MEMORY FUNCTION ....................................................... 141
INITIALIZING THE CARD MEMORY AND INTERNAL MEMORY .... 144
RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS ........................................... 146
CHECKING THE REMAINING INTERNAL AND CARD MEMORY ... 147
Checking the remaining number of images and
video recording time ............................................................... 147
For audio data ............................................................................. 147
CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE .............. 148
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„ OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING TO A TV .....................................................................150
DIRECT PRINTING ............................................................................151
Print preparations ........................................................................151
To select one image and print it (one image) ..............................153
To print all the images (all images) .............................................154
Thumbnail prints (index) ..............................................................155
To print images according to the printing instructions
(print requested images) .........................................................156
To change the printer settings and print images
(change printer settings) .........................................................157
„ APPENDICES
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...................................................159
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................166
Camera ........................................................................................166
Notes regarding the Scene Select feature and filters ..................174
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................176
Camera ........................................................................................176
Camera connectors .....................................................................180
Battery life ...................................................................................180
Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/
Possible Recording Time ........................................................181
Concerning the multi-indicator .....................................................182
Supplied battery pack charger .....................................................183
Supplied Li-ion battery pack ........................................................183
Others ..........................................................................................184
Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take
a test shot to comfirm that your camera is set up and ready
to go ........................................................................................185
HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES .......................................................186
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QUICK SEARCH BY OPERATION
Your camera has an abundance of convenient features and functions. From
creating precisely the photo you want, to viewing images using various
techniques, you can locate the exact operation for your purposes in the
following table.
Shooting/recording
Basic operation
Convenient functions Additional functions
Log the date and time For more accurate
Getting started
shooting/recording
of your photos
focus
“How to use the manual
focus” on page 79
•
•
•
“Recording video clips”
on page 41
•
•
“DATE AND TIME
SETTING” on page 32
“SCREEN DISPLAY” on
page 35
•
“Shooting still images” on
page 45
Set the focus to a
narrow range
“SHOOT A STILL IMAGE
WHILE RECORDING A
VIDEO CLIP” on page 52
“AUDIO RECORDING
AND PLAYBACK” on
page 54
Zoom in on the
subject
•
“FOCUS AREA
SETTING” on page 80
•
“USING THE ZOOM” on
page 57
Take vertical (portrait)
format photos
•
Close-up
photography
•
“Still image resolution
setting” on page 68
•
“FOCUS RANGE” (super
macro mode) on page 78
Reduce noise when
recording
Compensate for
camera shake in
video clips
•
“NOISE-REDUCTION
FUNCTION” on page 129
•
“MOTION
COMPENSATION
(IMAGE STABILIZER)”
on page 76
Optimize the photo
quality
Reduce video clip flicker
“FLICKER-REDUCTION” on page 132
•
Set the camera’s color/contrast
characteristics
•
“Video clip image quality
setting” on page 67
“Still image resolution
setting” on page 68
•
•
“ADJUST THE IMAGE QUALITY” on page 131
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Shooting/recording
Basic operation
Convenient functions Additional functions
Capture fast-moving subjects
“SCENE SELECT” (sports mode) on page 69
•
Shoot in bright conditions
•
•
•
“EXPOSURE CORRECTION” on page 58
“SETTING THE FLASH MODE” on page 72
“SCENE SELECT” (night view portrait mode/fireworks mode/lamp mode) on page 69
Increase the camera’s sensitivity
•
“ISO SENSITIVITY” on page 82
Photographing people
•
•
“SCENE SELECT” (portrait mode/night view portrait mode) on page 69
“FILTERS” (cosmetic filter) on page 71
Photographing landscapes
“SCENE SELECT” (landscape mode) on page 69
•
Take a self-photo
“SELF-TIMER” on page 74
•
Make images lighter
or darker
“EXPOSURE
CORRECTION” on
page 58
Measure the
brightness of a
specific area
“LIGHT-MEASURING
MODE SETTING” on
page 81
•
•
Adjust the camera’s
sensitivity
•
“ISO SENSITIVITY” on
page 82
Change the color of
the images
“FILTERS” (monochrome
filter/sepia filter) on
page 71
Make white appear
natural
•
•
“WHITE BALANCE” on
page 84
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Playback
Basic operation
Convenient functions Additional functions
Getting started
viewing images
Adjust the speaker
volume
Smooth out video clip
playback
•
“Playing back a video
clip” on page 42
•
“PLAYBACK VOLUME”
on page 91
•
“SMOOTH PLAYBACK”
on page 118
•
“Viewing still images” on
page 47
Search for image/
audio data
Change the angle of
view
•
“9-image display
•
“ROTATE IMAGE” on
page 104
playback” on page 48
Magnify an image
A unique playback
format
•
“Magnifying (zooming in)
the image” on page 51
•
“Art mode playback” on
page 49
•
“Audio data playback” on
page 56
Adjust the speaker volume
“PLAYBACK VOLUME” on page 91
•
Continuous playback
“SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK” on page 89
•
Adjust the monitor brightness
“MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” on page 136
•
Playback on a TV
Set the TV system
•
“CONNECTING TO A TV” on page 150
•
“TV SYSTEM SETTING”
on page 138
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Data managing/processing
Basic operation
Convenient functions Additional functions
Search for image/audio data
“9-image display playback” on page 48
•
Copy files from the internal memory to the card, or vice versa
“COPY DATA” on page 96
•
Delete data
Protect images from accidental erasure
“DATA PROTECT” on page 92
Format a card
•
“DELETING DATA” on
page 94
•
•
“INITIALIZING THE CARD MEMORY AND INTERNAL
MEMORY” on page 144
Edit still images
“RED-EYE CORRECTION” on page 106
•
Delete a part of a video clip and join video clips
“EDITING VIDEO CLIPS” on page 109
•
Specify the number of prints, index prints, and date imprinting
“PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS” on page 98
•
View the settings that were in effect when the image/audio data was
recorded
•
“DISPLAYING IMAGE PROPERTIES (INFORMATION SCREEN)” on page 119
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED
ACCESSORIES
i Handstrap and soft case
(pages 11 and 12): 1 set
i Xacti Software DVD (DVD-
ROM) (page 4 in the Xacti
Software DVD INSTRUCTION
MANUAL): 1
i Li-ion battery pack (pages 21
and 23): 1
i Lithium-ion battery pack
charger and power cord
(page 21): 1
i
Dedicated USB interface cable
(page 151, pages 8 and 14 in
the Xacti Software DVD
i Dedicated AV interface cable
(page 150): 1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1
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i QUICK GUIDE
i SAFETY MANUAL
(safety precautions booklet)
Please read this booklet
carefully before using the
camera.
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
How to use the accessories
k Handstrap
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k Soft case
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Media cards that can be used with this camera
The type of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera is:
i SD Memory Card
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Your movie camera can not only record video clips, you can also take still
photos and make audio recordings. For example, you can snap a still image
while recording a video clip, or make just an audio recording.
Waterproof capability
The camera is equipped to safely be used in water at a temperature of
less than 40 ºC (104ºF), at a depth of less than 1.5 m (59 in.), for up to
approximately 60 minutes. You can enjoy taking pictures at the beach or
by the pool.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Movable monitor for any shooting angle
The movable monitor lets you shoot from any angle. Hold the camera
high to get a great view of a parade, or swivel the monitor around to
snap a photo of yourself.
If you swivel the
monitor unit to its
farthest position, the
image on the monitor
will be inverted.
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Capture still shots while recording a video clip
(page 52)
Suppose that while you’re recording a video clip, there’s a scene you’d
like to keep as a still photo. Your camera makes it possible to record the
still photo without interrupting the video clip recording.
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Easy to shoot vertically oriented photos
(page 68)
A grip-type camera is compact and very easy to hold securely, but
trying to take vertically oriented photos by changing the camera angle
is a problem. However, your camera features a vertical shooting mode
that allows you to take vertical (portrait) mode still images without
having to change the camera angle.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Lots of accessories for optimal use of your
captured images (page 18)
Use the accessory cables to view images on a TV or computer. Or
connect the camera directly to a printer to make prints of your photos.
And with the software in the supplied DVD-ROM (Xacti Software DVD),
you can create your original DVDs and CDs.
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SYSTEM MAP
You can connect the camera to various devices to expand its capabilities.
Internet
Computer
Dedicated USB
interface cable
Printer
Dedicated AV
interface cable
TV
DC adaptor
(Optional)
AC adaptor
(Optional)
i Card reader
i DPOF-compatible
printer
Commercially available
SD Memory Card
i Photo shop
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SETUP
PARTS NAMES
Front
Flash
Speaker
Lens
Stereo microphone
Monitor unit
To open
REC/PLAY button
ON/OFF button
Strap holder
There are places in the camera where water might accumulate, but this will
not affect its waterproof properties.
Concerning the drainage holes, see page 60.
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Rear
[
] button
[
] button
MENU button
[T]/[]] button
[G] button
[H] button
[W]/[P] button
SET button
Multi-indicator
Battery/card
compartment cover
Monitor
Tripod stand hole
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CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Please charge the supplied battery pack before using it.
1
2
3
Insert the battery pack in the
battery charger.
h Insert it in the direction
indicated by the [o] mark
on the battery pack.
CHARGE indicator
[o] mark
Battery pack
Socket
To power outlet
Connect the supplied power
cord to the socket on the
battery pack charger.
h Insert the connector straight
and securely.
Power cord
Plug the power plug into a
power outlet (AC 100 V to
240 V).
CHARGE indicator
h Recharging begins.
h During recharge, the
CHARGE indicator is lit red.
h The recharge time is
approx. 90 minutes.
4
When the CHARGE indicator
turns off, unplug the power
cord from the power outlet,
and remove the battery pack
from the charger.
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Recharging the battery pack
Be sure to fully charge the supplied or separately sold battery pack
before using it in your camera. For charging the battery pack, use the
supplied charger.
Charge the battery pack if it is being used for the first time, and
recharge it whenever the remaining charge is low (see “CHECKING THE
REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE” on page 148).
If there is interference to your TV or radio during recharging...
i Move the battery pack and charger further away from the TV or radio.
Ambient temperature during recharging
i During recharging, the charger and battery pack will be warm. This is
normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
i It is recommended that the ambient temperature during recharging be
between about 0 °C and 40 °C (32°F and 104°F). Due to the
characteristics of the battery pack, at temperatures below 0 °C (32°F), it
may not be possible to sufficiently recharge it.
i When the battery pack temperature is high, it may take longer to recharge
it.
Recharge a battery pack in the following cases
i A battery pack which has not been used for a long time
i Newly purchased battery pack
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INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
AND CARD
Make sure that the battery pack and the card orientation are correct.
Install the battery pack
1
Open the battery/card compartment
cover.
Lever
h While gently pressing the lever,
open the battery/card compartment
cover.
1 Push
2 Open
2
Insert the battery pack.
h Press the latch, insert the battery
pack, and firmly push it all the way
in.
Battery pack slot
1 Press the latch
2 Insert
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<To remove the battery pack...>
h Press the latch securing the battery
pack, and remove the battery pack.
1 Press the latch
2 Pull out
3
Close the battery/card compartment
cover.
Press the [PUSH LOCK] part
to securely close the cover.
h Press the [PUSH LOCK] part to
close the cover securely.
Lever
h Check to confirm that the cover is
locked closed by the lever.
h At the time of purchase the battery
pack is not charged. Be sure to fully
charge the battery pack (page 21).
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INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD
CAUTION
Close the battery/card compartment cover securely
i If the battery/card compartment cover is not closed or is not closed
completely, the camera will no longer be waterproof. When closing the
battery/card compartment cover, make sure that no foreign object such as
sand, hair, dust, etc. is caught in the seal.
Do not charge the battery pack immediately after the camera has been
in continuous use for a long time
i The battery pack becomes hot when the camera is used continuously for a
long time. If you attempt to charge the battery pack in this state, the charge
indicator may flash red and it may not be possible to charge the battery
pack. Wait until the battery pack has cooled down before attempting to
charge it.
Does the battery pack appear swollen?
i The lithium-ion battery used in this camera may expand slightly when
stored in a hot environment or repeatedly used, but this is not a safety
hazard.
HINT
About the internal backup battery
i This camera’s internal battery serves to maintain the date and time
settings, as well as the shooting settings. The backup battery will be fully
charged when the battery pack is kept in the camera continuously for about
2 days. In the fully charged state, the backup battery will maintain the
camera settings for about 7 days.
When not using the camera for a long time, remove the battery pack
i A small amount of power is still used even if the camera is turned off, and it
is therefore recommended that the battery pack be removed from the
camera if it is not going to be used for a long time. Note that when the
battery pack is removed for a long period, the time and date settings may
be cleared. Before using your camera again, be sure to confirm that the
camera settings are correct.
To prolong the life of the battery pack
i Although the battery pack is an expendable item, you can maximize the life
of the battery by heeding the following suggestions.
h Do not leave the battery under the hot summer sun or exposed to other
high-temperature environments.
h Do not continually recharge the battery when it is already fully charged.
After fully charging it once, for example, use it for a while to partially
discharge it before recharging it again.
h When the battery is not to be used for a long time, if possible store the
partially charged (not fully charged) battery in a cool environment.
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Install the card
The card can be used after it has been formatted with the camera (page 144).
1
2
Open the battery/card
compartment cover.
Card slot
Insert the card.
h Firmly insert the card until it
clicks into place.
1 Open
2 Insert
3
Close the battery/card compartment cover.
<When removing the card...>
1 Open
h To remove the card, press it
2 Push
down, and then release. The
card will protrude slightly, and
you can then pull it out.
3 Pull out
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INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD
CAUTION
Do not attempt to forcibly remove the card.
i Never remove the card when the multi-indicator is flashing red. In doing so,
you risk losing the data stored in the card.
HINT
Shooting without a card installed
i When a card is installed, images are recorded to and played back from the
card. When no card is installed, images are recorded to and played back
from the camera’s internal memory. When the camera is turned on with no
card installed, the internal memory icon
is shown on the monitor to let
you know that the images you capture will be saved to the camera’s
internal memory.
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TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF
Turning on the camera
1
Open the monitor unit, and press the
ON/OFF button for at least 1 second.
h If you press the REC/PLAY button for
at least 1 second, the camera turns
on in the playback mode.
Monitor unit
h If you press the ON/OFF button once,
the camera will switch to the power
save mode.
ON/OFF button
Turning on the camera when the power save
(sleep) function is active
In order to preserve battery pack power, the power save (sleep) function
will automatically turn off the camera after 1 minute of no use during
shooting, or 5 minutes of no use during playback (factory-preset
setting).
i When the power save function is active, you can restore the power by any
of the following methods:
h Press the ON/OFF button.
h Press the [
] or [
] button.
h Open the monitor unit.
h Press the SET button.
i The camera will switch to the standby mode after the power save function
has been active for about 1 hour, or when you close the monitor unit.
i The power save mode will not be activated while you are recording.
i The user can specify the time elapsed before the power save function is
activated (page 139).
i When the camera is connected to a computer or printer using the
dedicated USB interface cable, the power save function is disabled, and
the camera turns off after about 12 hours.
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TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF
Turning off the camera
1
Press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second.
h The camera turns off.
h To turn off the camera while it is in the shooting mode or power save
mode, press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second.
HINT
To immediately activate the power save
function
i Press the ON/OFF button briefly to
active the power save function.
If the date and time setting has been
completed (page 32)...
i The current time is shown on the monitor
when the camera is turned on.
CAUTION
If the K icon appears...
i When a picture is taken, the date and
time it was captured are recorded with it.
If the date and time settings have not
been completed (page 32), the date and
time cannot be recorded with the
captured images. For this reason,
immediately after the camera is turned
on, the “Set date and time” reminder
briefly appears, after which the K icon
is shown on the Shooting Screen. To
have the date and time recorded with the
images, please complete this setting
before capturing images.
Set date and time
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OPERATION BUTTONS
The procedures to change the camera settings, choose images, etc., are
performed by using the arrow buttons to control the monitor display. This
operation is used very frequently, so it is best to become familiar with it right
away.
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 28).
MENU button
Press the MENU button.
h The Menu Screen appears.
<Select the icon above or below>
To select the icon above,
press the [T] button.
RECORDING MENU
RECORDING MENU
MOVIE
640×480 30fps SHQ
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
PHOTO
2816×2112 (6M-S)
To select the icon below,
press the [W] button.
RECORDING MENU
SCENE SELECT
FULL AUTO
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OPERATION BUTTONS
<Select the icon to the left or right>
To select the icon to the right, press
the [H] button.
RECORDING MENU
MOVIE
640×480 30fps HQ
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
To select the icon to the left, press the
[G] button.
RECORDING MENU
MOVIE
640×480 30fps HQ
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
<Actuate the selected icon>
Press the SET button. The selected
icon moves to the left end of the
lineup.
RECORDING MENU
MOVIE
640
×480 30fps HQ
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
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DATE AND TIME SETTING
The camera will record the date and time an image or audio recording is
taken so that you can display them during playback. Therefore, before
capturing images, make sure the correct date and time are set.
Example: To set the clock to 7:30 p.m. on December 24, 2007
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 28), and press the MENU button.
h The RECORDING MENU or PLAYBACK MENU appears.
Press the [G] button two times to
OPTION MENU
1/3
display the OPTION MENU.
h The OPTION MENU is canceled if
CLOCK SET
the MENU button is pressed.
INFO DISPLAY
STARTUP DISPLAY
OPERATION BEEP
POST VIEW
REC FOLDER
<OPTION MENU>
3
Select the clock set icon C, and
press the SET button.
CLOCK SET
h The Clock Set Screen appears.
h The current date and time settings
are shown.
h Follow the procedures below to
enable or disable the date display
during playback, to set the display
format for the date, and to set the
date and time.
DATE
TIME
DISP
2007/05/01
00:00
Y / M / D
OK
h To return to the OPTION MENU,
press the MENU button.
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DATE AND TIME SETTING
4
Set the date.
1 Select “DATE”.
CLOCK SET
DATE
2 Press the SET button.
h The Set Date Screen appears.
3 Set the date to “2007/12/24”.
h The date is set in the following
order: Set the year → Set the
month → Set the day.
2007/12/24
OK
h Press the [G] or [H] button to
select year, month or day. Press
the [T] or [W] button to increase
or decrease the number.
4 Press the SET button.
5
Set the clock.
1 Select “TIME”.
CLOCK SET
TIME
2 Press the SET button.
h The Set Time Screen appears.
3 Set the time to “19:30”.
h The time is set in the following
order: Set the hour → Set the
minute.
19:30
OK
h A 24-hour clock is used for the
time display.
4 Press the SET button.
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Set the order in which the date is
displayed during playback.
1 Select “DISP”.
CLOCK SET
2 Press the SET button.
h The Set Date Format Screen
appears.
3 Press the [T] or [W] button.
h Press the [T] button to change
the displayed date order as
follows:
DISP
Y / M / D
OK
Y / M / D → M / D / Y → D / M / Y
Press the [W] button to change it in the reverse order.
4 Press the SET button.
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Press the MENU button.
h The date and time setting is completed, and you are returned to the
OPTION MENU.
h To return to the Shooting Screen or Playback Screen, press the
MENU button.
HINT
About the clock backup
i Under normal conditions, while the battery pack is being replaced, an
internal battery will maintain the date and time settings. However, there is a
small chance the settings may be lost. (The backup will last for about
7 days.) It is recommended to check that the date and time settings are still
correct after replacing the battery pack and before shooting or recording of
any type (follow steps 1 through 3).
To change the date and time settings
i After steps 1 through 3, select the item that you want to change, and
change the value.
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SCREEN DISPLAY
Specify what information is displayed on the Playback Screen.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the info display icon j, and
press the SET button.
h The Screen Display Screen
appears.
DATE & TIME:
Set the capture-date display to ON
or OFF.
INFO DISPLAY
DATE & TIME
COUNTER
SHOW ALL
OFF
OK
COUNTER:
Set the video clip playback time
display to ON or OFF.
SHOW ALL:
Display the capture date and
playback time (for video clips).
OFF:
Do not display the capture date and
playback time.
3
Select the desired setting, and press
the SET button.
h This completes the screen display
setting.
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BASIC OPERATION
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES
For best results
Hold the camera securely, keeping your elbows close to your body and
making sure the camera is stable.
Correct hold
Incorrect hold
<Holding the camera>
A finger is blocking the
lens or flash.
Example 1:
Grip the camera by wrapping
the fingers of the right hand,
from the little finger to the
middle finger, around the
camera, and hook the index
finger above the lens.
Example 2:
Grip the camera by wrapping
the fingers of the right hand,
from the little finger to the index
finger, around the camera.
Make sure that the lens and flash are not blocked by your fingers or the
handstrap.
*
For shooting vertically oriented still images, you can set the shooting
orientation to the vertical (portrait) format (page 68).
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BEFORE TAKING PICTURES
Using the autofocus
The autofocus will work in almost all situations; however, there are
certain conditions that may cause the autofocus function to not work
properly. If the autofocus function is not working properly, set the focus
range to capture images (page 78).
k Conditions that may cause incorrect focus
The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus
function may not work.
i Subjects with low contrast, very
bright subjects at the center of the
image or dark subjects or locations
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus on an object with contrast at the
same distance as the desired subject.
i Subjects without vertical lines
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus while framing the subject
vertically, then re-orient the camera to
compose a horizontally framed image.
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The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus
function may work, but not as desired.
i When both near and far objects are
present
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus on an object at the same distance
as the desired subject, then reposition
the camera to compose the picture.
i Fast-moving subjects
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus on an object at the same distance
as the desired subject, then reposition
the camera to compose the picture.
HINT
i Images captured in the still image shooting mode can be rotated when
they are played back (page 104).
i When the [
] button is pressed halfway, the image in the monitor may
waver vertically. This is the result of internal image processing and is not a
malfunction. This wavering is not recorded and will not affect your images
in any way.
i When the optical zoom is used or when the autofocus is operating, the
image may appear to waver, but this is not a malfunction.
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BEFORE TAKING PICTURES
Switching between the shooting mode and
playback mode
1
2
Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera on (page 28).
Press the REC/PLAY button.
h Each time the REC/PLAY button is pressed, the camera switches
between the shooting mode and the playback mode.
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REC/PLAY
button
<Shooting mode>
ON/OFF button
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Hints for taking pictures
Muting the operation sounds
i The operation sounds that are generated, for example, when the [
button, MENU button or SET button is pressed, as well as the audio
guidance when you switch the mode, can be muted (page 124).
Where is the image and audio data saved?
]
i All the image and sound data is recorded in the camera’s internal memory
or on the card installed in the camera.
i When a card is installed in the camera, the data is recorded on the card. If
no card is installed, the data is recorded in the camera’s internal memory.
Taking pictures in backlight conditions...
i When taking pictures with the light coming from behind the subject, due to
the characteristics of the lens, light lines or ghost patterns (flare
phenomenon) may appear in the captured image. In this situation, it is
recommended that you avoid taking pictures with the subject lit from
behind.
While the image data is being recorded...
i While the multi-indicator is flashing red, the image data is being written to
the memory, during which time it is not possible to capture another image.
Another image can be captured after the flashing red indicator turns off.
However, even when the multi-indicator is flashing red, depending on the
camera’s internal memory remaining capacity, in some cases the next
image can be captured about 2 seconds after shooting.
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VIDEO CLIP RECORDING AND PLAYBACK
Recording video clips
1
2
Turn on the camera
(page 28).
[
] button
Press the [
] button.
h Recording begins.
h It is not necessary to keep
the [
] button pressed
while shooting.
h When the remaining
recording time available for
the currently recording clip
becomes little, a
countdown of the
remaining recording time
appears on the display.
3
End the recording.
h Press the [
] button
again to stop recording.
Recording time
REC 00:00:15
10
Available recording time remaining
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Playing back a video clip
4
5
Press the REC/PLAY button.
h The video clip just recorded is
shown on the monitor.
SET button
Press the SET button.
h Playback of the video clip begins.
PLAY
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button
<To return to the Shooting
Screen>
h Press the REC/PLAY button.
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VIDEO CLIP RECORDING AND PLAYBACK
To do this...
Do this
Normal forward playback Press the SET button.
Stop playback
Pause
During playback, press the [W] button.
During playback, press the SET button or
press the [T] button.
During accelerated playback, press the [T]
button.
To playback
one image
at a time
(single-
Duringforward
playback
After pausing playback, press the [H] button.
During reverse After pausing playback, press the [G]
1
playback
button.
*
frame step)
Duringforward After pausing playback, press and hold the
2
playback
[H] button.
Slow
playback
*
During reverse After pausing playback, press and hold the
1
playback
[G] button.
*
During forward playback, press the [H] button.
* The playback speed changes each time the
[H] button is pressed, as follows:
Forward
playback
Normal playback → 2× → 5× → 10× → 15×
Press the [G] button to resume normal
playback speed.
To
accelerate
playback
During forward playback, press the [G] button.
* The playback speed changes each time the
[G] button is pressed, as follows:
15× ← 10× ← 5×
Reverse
playback
Press the [H] button to resume normal
playback speed.
Return to normal playback
speed
Press the SET button.
1
*
*
Compared to forward playback, frame increments are larger for reverse
playback.
Slow playback begins from a point slightly before the pause point.
2
When you are finished using the camera...
i Press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second to turn the camera off.
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HINT
You can play audio and video clips on your iPod
i Audio files and video clips that were recorded with your camera can be
played back on an iPod. (Video clips that were recorded in the b or a
mode will need to be converted.)
Adjusting the monitor brightness
i While the Shooting Screen is active, you can quickly access the screen for
adjusting the brightness of the monitor by pressing the MENU button for at
least 1 second.
The focus can be locked
i By assigning an operation shortcut to an arrow button (page 134), you can
set the autofocus to a fixed focus. When the autofocus is fixed, the p
icon appears on the monitor.
i When the focus range setting (page 78) is changed, the focus lock is
released.
The data for a video clip is very large
i Therefore, be aware that if the video clip is uploaded to a computer to be
played back, the computer may not be able to play back the video fast
enough, making it appear jerky. (The video will always be displayed
properly on the monitor or a television.)
Display the video clip playback point
i During video clip playback, press the MENU button for at least 1 second to
display a bar showing the current playback point in the video clip.
i Press the MENU button for about 1 second to cancel the bar.
CAUTION
During video clip playback, the sound of a motor is audible...
i During recording, the sound of the optical zoom movement or autofocus
movement may be recorded. This is not a malfunction.
If no audio is heard...
i The audio is not played back when the video clip is played back in the
frame-by-frame, fast playback or reverse playback mode.
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CAPTURING AND PLAYING BACK
STILL IMAGES
Shooting still images
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 28).
[
] button
Press the [
1 Press the [
halfway.
] button.
] button
h The autofocus operates,
and the image is focused
(focus lock).
2 Continue to gently press
the [
way.
] button all the
h The shutter releases and
the image is captured.
h You can view the captured
image on the monitor by
keeping the [
] button
depressed when you
capture the image (post-
view [page 127]).
1
2
AF
F3.5
1/40
Target mark
Shutter speed
Aperture
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HINT
Focus indicator
Target mark
What is the camera focusing on?
i If the focus range (page 78) is set to a
setting other than manual -, a
target mark & on the monitor shows
the area the camera is focusing on.
i The camera automatically determines
the correct focus by measuring from 9
different focus points within the
shooting area. If the target mark is at a
position that is different from the point
you wish to focus on, you can refocus,
for example, by changing the shooting
angle.
AF
F3.5
1/40
Shutter speed
Aperture
i The large target mark appears when
the camera focuses on a wide area in
the center of the screen.
About the focus indicator
i A green focus indicator appears when
the subject is successfully focused, or a
red focus indicator when the camera
was not able to focus the subject.
The shutter speed and aperture are
displayed
i When the camera focuses and the
target mark appears, at the same time,
the shutter speed and aperture settings
are also displayed. You can use them
as a reference when shooting.
If the camera shake icon > appears...
i During still image shooting, if the
shutter speed is slow and the
Camera shake icon
AF
possibility that the image may be
blurred due to camera shake becomes
high, the camera shake icon may
appear on the monitor. In this case,
stabilize the camera when shooting, or
set the flash operation mode to
automatic (page 72).
F3.5
1/40
i When shooting with the scene select
function set to the fireworks +
mode, the camera shake icon always
appears, but this is normal.
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CAPTURING AND PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES
Viewing still images
3
4
Press the REC/PLAY button.
h The image just captured is
shown on the monitor.
SET button
Arrow buttons
Select the image you wish to
view.
To display the previous image,
press the [G] button.
To display the next image, press the
[H] button.
h Display the desired image.
<To return to the Shooting
Screen>
h Press the REC/PLAY button.
REC/PLAY
button
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9-image display playback
1
2
3
Press the REC/PLAY button to
display the Playback Screen.
Arrow buttons
SET button
Press the [W] button.
h The 9-image display appears.
Select the image to play back.
h Press the [G] or [H] buttons to
move the orange frame to the
desired image, and press the
SET button or [T] button to
switch to normal (full-screen)
playback of the selected
image.
h If the [W] button is pressed
while the 9-image display is
shown, the camera changes to
the art mode playback
REC/PLAY
button
(page 49).
Orange frame
Video clip
Still image
100
0001
0004
0007
0002
0005
0008
0003
0006
0009
Audio data
Image number
Folder number
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CAPTURING AND PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES
Art mode playback
Art mode playback displays all 22 images that immediately follow the
image currently shown on the normal display, or the framed image on
the 9-image display.
1
In normal playback, display an
image (pages 42 and 47), or on the
9-image playback display, move the
orange frame to select an image
(page 48). This will be the largest
image in the art mode playback
display.
2
If switching to the art mode
playback from normal playback,
press the [W] button two times.
Push it one time if switching from
the 9-image playback display.
h The screen changes to art mode
playback.
h When the number of images is less
than 22, the blank frames are filled
in with color.
<Art mode playback screen operation>
Press the [T] button:
The screen changes to the 9-image display.
Press the SET button:
The upper-left image is now displayed full-screen.
Press the MENU button:
The upper-left image is displayed full-screen, and the PLAYBACK MENU
appears.
Press the [G] or [H] button:
The images before and after are displayed in random order.
Press the [W] button:
The display changes to the screen to select the playback folder
(page 50).
Press the [
] button:
The current art mode playback screen is saved as a still image.
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Selecting the playback folder
If the card contains multiple folders, you can select from which folder you
would like to play back.
1
2
Press the REC/PLAY button to display the Playback Screen.
Press the [W] button three times.
h The screen to select the playback
folder appears.
100
103
101
104
102
105
h If the [T] button is pressed, the
camera changes to the art mode
playback (page 49).
FOLDER : 100SANYO
3
Press the [G] or [H] button to move
the orange frame to the desired
folder, and press the SET button.
h The data in the selected folder is
displayed in the Playback Screen.
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CAPTURING AND PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES
Magnifying (zooming in) the image
1
2
Display the still image.
Press the [T] button.
108%
h Magnification is enabled.
h The image is magnified, and the
central portion of image is
displayed.
To magnify:
Magnification increases each time the
[T] button is pressed.
Press shutter to save
SWITCH
To return to normal size:
Magnification decreases each time the
[W] button is pressed.
h You can press the SET button to
switch to the scan operation. Use the
arrow buttons to see different parts of
the image.
h Press the SET button again to switch
to the magnify/reduce operation.
h Press the MENU button to return to
the normal (100%) view.
HINT
The magnified portion of the image can be saved as a separate image
i Press the [
] button. The magnified portion is saved as a new still
image.
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SHOOT A STILL IMAGE WHILE
RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP
You can capture a still image while recording a video clip.
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 28).
[
] button
] button
[
Press the [
] button.
h Recording begins.
3
4
When you see a scene you’d like
to capture as a still image, press
the [
] button.
h A still image is captured.
End the recording.
h Press the [
] button to stop
recording.
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SHOOT A STILL IMAGE WHILE RECORDING A
VIDEO CLIP
HINT
i When shooting a still image while recording a video clip, the flash does not
operate.
Why does recording stop?
i When you capture a still image during video clip recording, recording
briefly stops while the image is being saved. Video clip recording resumes
after the still image is saved.
i If the still image resolution is set to k or Q, it automatically changes to
x and the image is captured.
i When the remaining video recording time becomes approximately
50 seconds, it will no longer be possible to capture a still image while
recording a video clip. The exact remaining recording time at which this
occurs will differ depending on the subject and on the video clip mode
setting (page 67). If you intend to capture a still image while recording a
video clip, it is suggested that you take note of the remaining video
recording time.
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AUDIO RECORDING AND PLAYBACK
Your camera can make audio recordings and play them back.
Audio recording
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 28).
Press the MENU button.
h The menu display appears.
Audio memo icon
RECORDING MENU
MOVIE
640×480 30fps SHQ
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
3
4
From the video clip mode menu,
select the audio memo icon <, and
press the SET button.
Press the MENU button.
h The menu display is canceled.
h The audio recording mode is
enabled.
Remaining recording time
12
00:10:15
h Audio recording is not possible
while the menu display is shown.
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AUDIO RECORDING AND PLAYBACK
5
Press the [
] button.
Recording time
h Audio recording begins. During
recording, < appears in the
monitor.
REC00:09:45
It is not necessary to continue
pressing the [
recording.
] button while
6
End the recording.
h Press the [
] button again to stop recording.
HINT
You can capture a still image during an audio recording
i Note, however, that if the resolution in the still image mode is set to k or
Q, it automatically changes to x and the image is captured.
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Audio data playback
7
8
Press the REC/PLAY button.
h The playback screen for the audio
track that was just recorded
appears.
00:00:00
Play back the recording.
Start forward playback:
Press the SET button.
Pause:
PLAY
During playback, press the SET button or the [T] button. During fast
forward or fast reverse press the [T] button.
Stop playback:
During playback, press the [W] button.
Fast forward/fast reverse:
h Fast forward/fast reverse playback is possible at 2× (forward only),
5×, 10× and 15×.
h Press the [G] or [H] button during playback to activate fast
forward/fast reverse.
h The playback speed changes each time the [G] or [H] button is
pressed.
Fast forward (press the [H] button)
2× → 5× → 10× → 15×
* Press the [G] button to return to normal speed.
Fast reverse (press the [G] button)
15× ← 10× ← 5×
* Press the [H] button to return to normal speed.
<To return to the Audio Recording Screen>
h Press the REC/PLAY button.
CAUTION
If no audio is heard...
i The audio is not played back when the recording is played back in the fast
playback or fast reverse mode.
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USING THE ZOOM
Your camera has two zoom functions: optical zoom and digital zoom.
You can specify whether or not the digital zoom is enabled (page 133).
1
2
Point the camera lens at the
subject.
[T] or [W] button
Press the [T] or [W] button to
compose the desired image.
[T]: Zoom in on the subject.
[W]: Zoom out.
h When zooming in or out, the
zoom bar appears on the
monitor.
h When the optical zoom factor is
at maximum, zooming stops
temporarily. When the [T] button
is pressed again, the mode
changes to the digital zoom
mode and zooming continues.
Monitor
Zoom bar
When both optical
and digital zoom
are enabled
Optical zoom
Digital zoom (yellow)
When optical zoom
only is enabled
Pointer
3
Take the picture.
For video clip recording, see page 41.
For shooting still images, see page 45.
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EXPOSURE CORRECTION
By assigning the exposure correction operation shortcut to the arrow buttons
(page 134), you can make the image lighter or darker when capturing images.
1
2
Assign the operation shortcut
to an arrow button (page 134).
[G] or [H] button
Press the arrow button to
which the operation shortcut
was assigned.
h The exposure correction bar
appears.
3
Press the [G] or [H] button to
adjust the exposure.
h The exposure setting
numerical value is shown at
the left end of the exposure
bar.
h
The exposure can be set to a
value from –1.8 EV to
+1.8 EV.
12
00:00:15
h The exposure correction bar
is canceled when the MENU
button or the SET button is
pressed.
Pointer
Exposure correction bar
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EXPOSURE CORRECTION
HINT
The exposure correction setting is canceled in the following cases:
i When the pointer is set to the center position.
i When the camera is set to the playback mode.
i When the standby mode or sleep mode is activated.
i After the power is turned off.
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AFTER USING THE CAMERA IN WATER
After using the camera in water, wash it with fresh water and dry it completely.
1
2
Turn off the camera, and close the battery/card compartment cover
securely.
Wash the camera with fresh water.
h Fill a shallow basin with fresh water, and immerse the closed camera
for about 5 minutes. Rotate the monitor unit several times to clean it
completely.
3
Allow the water to drain out through the drainage holes.
h Drain the water through the five drainage holes.
Monitor unit
Monitor unit
Drainage hole
Drainage hole
Drainage hole
4
Dry the camera.
h
Use a dry cloth to wipe off any drops adhering to the camera, and leave
it to dry completely in a well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight.
Water may seep out from the drainage holes if the camera is not
completely dry inside. Take special care not to let water get inside the
battery/card compartment.
h
h
Do not use a hair dryer or the like to dry the camera. Exposing the
camera to high temperatures may cause the camera and/or waterproof
seal to become deformed.
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SHOOTING
PAGE 1 (BASIC SETTINGS)
DISPLAYING THE RECORDING
MENU
The RECORDING MENU is used to adjust your camera’s shooting settings.
The RECORDING MENU is organized into two displays: PAGE 1 and
PAGE 2. You can also access the RECORDING MENU from the camera
settings screen (OPTION MENU [page 120]).
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 28).
h Turn the camera on in the
shooting mode.
MENU
button
Press the MENU button.
h The RECORDING MENU
appears.
h Pressing the MENU button again
will cancel the RECORDING
MENU.
About the HELP display
When a RECORDING MENU icon is
selected, the HELP display appears,
showing the function of the selected icon
and the shooting mode(s) for which it is
effective.
PHOTO
2816×2112 (6M-S)
HELP display
<Applicable to the video clip
recording mode>
RECORDING MENU
<Applicable to the still image
shooting mode>
MOVIE
640×480 30fps SHQ
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
<Applicable to both shooting
modes>
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Switching the page
Switch to PAGE 1 or PAGE 2.
1
2
Display the RECORDING MENU (page 61).
Press the [G] button.
h The RECORDING MENU PAGE
changes.
PAGE indication
RECORDING MENU
h Each time the [G] button is
pressed, the display changes as
follows:
MOVIE
640×480 30fps SHQ
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
PAGE 2
→
OPTION MENU
→
PAGE 1
<RECORDING MENU: PAGE 1>
To cancel the RECORDING
MENU
i Press the MENU button.
i It is not possible record images while the
RECORDING MENU is shown.
RECORDING MENU
IMAGE STABILIZER
VIDEO VIEW
<RECORDING MENU: PAGE 2>
OPTION MENU
1/3
CLOCK SET
INFO DISPLAY
STARTUP DISPLAY
OPERATION BEEP
POST VIEW
REC FOLDER
<OPTION MENU>
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DISPLAYING THE RECORDING MENU
Overview of the RECORDING MENU
PAGE 1
7
RECORDING MENU
MOVIE
640×480 30fps SHQ
8
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
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1 Video clip menu (page 67)
3 Scene select menu (page 69)
=: Full auto mode
b: Record at 640 × 480 pixels,
30 frames per second, high
bit rate
a: Sports mode
>: Portrait mode
a: Record at 640 × 480 pixels,
30 frames per second,
standard bit rate
+: Landscape mode
/: Night view portrait mode
k: Snow and beach mode
+: Fireworks mode
Q: Lamp mode
l: Record at 320 × 240 pixels,
30 frames per second
d: Record at 320 × 240 pixels,
15 frames per second
4 Filter menu (page 71)
&: No filter
<: Make an audio recording
2 Still image resolution menu
%: Cosmetic filter
W: Monochrome filter
,: Sepia filter
(page 68)
x: Shoot at 2816 × 2112
resolution (6 million pixels),
standard compression
5 Flash menu (page 72)
k: Automatic flash mode
m: Forced flash mode
l: Flash off mode
k: Shoot at 3680 × 2760
resolution (10 million
pixels)
y: Shoot at 2816 × 2112
resolution (6 million pixels),
low compression
6 Self-timer menu (page 74)
N: Self-timer off
8: Shoot at 2816 × 1584
resolution (4.46 million
pixels)
y: Shooting begins 2 seconds
after the [
] button is pressed.
x: Shooting begins
10 seconds after the [
] button or
[
Q: Shoot at 1536 × 2048
resolution (3 million pixels,
vertical position)
]
button or [
pressed.
] button is
t: Shoot at 1600 × 1200
resolution (2 million pixels)
7 PAGE display (page 62)
8 HELP display (page 61)
9 Remaining battery power
(page 148)
[: Shoot at 640 × 480
resolution (300,000 pixels)
i When you specify multiple functions that cannot be simultaneously
enabled, the function which was last set becomes the active setting, and
the other settings accordingly change automatically.
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DISPLAYING THE RECORDING MENU
PAGE 2
7
RECORDING MENU
IMAGE STABILIZER
8
VIDEO VIEW
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
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1 Image stabilizer menu
u: Sets the sensitivity to
ISO 100 (video clip
(page 76)
recording mode:
p: Shoot using the video clip
corresponds to ISO 900).
field of view display.
v: Sets the sensitivity to
ISO 200 (video clip
q: Shoot using the still image
field of view display.
recording mode:
]: Image stabilizer function off
corresponds to ISO 1800).
2 Focus range menu (page 78)
-: All ranges mode
*: Normal mode
w: Sets the sensitivity to
ISO 400 (video clip
recording mode:
corresponds to ISO 3600).
-: Manual mode
6: Sets the sensitivity to
ISO 800 (video clip
+: Super macro (close-up)
mode
recording mode:
corresponds to ISO 3600).
3 Focus mode menu (page 80)
B: 9-point range finder focus
C: Spot focus
-: Sets the sensitivity to
ISO 1600 (video clip
recording mode:
corresponds to ISO 3600).
4 Light-measuring mode (EXP
MEASURE) menu (page 81)
n: Multi-section light-
measuring
* The indicated ISO value is the
standard output sensitivity.
6 White balance menu (page 84)
W: Center-weighted light-
>: White balance is
automatically adjusted
depending on ambient
lighting.
measuring
Y: Spot light-measuring
5 ISO sensitivity menu
(page 82)
r: For photography in fair
weather (sunny) conditions
t: Sets the ISO sensitivity
automatically (ISO 50 to
400 [video clip recording
mode: corresponds to
ISO 450 to 3600]).
o: In overcast conditions
p: Under fluorescent lighting
q: Under incandescent
lighting
*: Sets the sensitivity to
]: For setting the most
ISO 50 (video clip
accurate white balance
recording mode:
corresponds to ISO 450).
7 PAGE display (page 62)
8 HELP display (page 61)
9 Remaining battery power
(page 148)
i When you specify multiple functions that cannot be simultaneously
enabled, the function which was last set becomes the active setting, and
the other settings accordingly change automatically.
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IMAGE QUALITY
Video clip image quality setting
When it comes to video clips, a larger number of pixels and a higher
frame rate means better image quality and smoother playback. On the
other hand, the file size becomes large and uses more memory. Set the
image quality to a setting that’s right for your purpose.
1
2
Display PAGE 1 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the video clip menu.
b: Record at 640 × 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, high bit rate.
a: Record at 640 × 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, standard bit
rate.
l: Record at 320 × 240 pixels, 30 frames per second.
d: Record at 320 × 240 pixels, 15 frames per second.
<: Make an audio recording.
3
Select the desired icon from the video clip menu, and press the SET
button.
h This completes the video clip image quality setting.
CAUTION
When editing video clips...
i In order for video clips to be joined (pages 110 and 115), they must have
been recorded in the same mode.
i Video clips that were recorded in different modes cannot be joined.
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Still image resolution setting
By setting the still image resolution (pixels) to a higher setting, image
detail is enhanced for a smoother, finer picture. However, the file size
also becomes large and uses more memory. Select the resolution
setting that suits your purpose.
1
2
Display PAGE 1 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the still image resolution menu.
x: Shoot at 2816 × 2112 resolution (6 million pixels), standard
compression.
k: Shoot at 3680 × 2760 resolution (10 million pixels).
y: Shoot at 2816 × 2112 resolution (6 million pixels), low compression.
8: Shoot at 2816 × 1584 resolution (4.46 million pixels).
Q: Shoot at 1536 × 2048 resolution (3 million pixels, vertical position).
t: Shoot at 1600 × 1200 resolution (2 million pixels).
[: Shoot at 640 × 480 resolution (300,000 pixels).
3
Select the desired icon from the still image resolution menu, and
press the SET button.
h This completes the still image resolution setting.
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SCENE SELECT
You can select from various preset settings (aperture, shutter speed, etc.) for
specific shooting conditions.
1
2
Display PAGE 1 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the scene select menu.
=: The camera automatically makes the optimum settings suitable for
the surrounding conditions (full auto).
a: Capture a split-second image of a fast-moving subject (sports
mode).
>: Enhance the 3D feeling of the subject by blurring the background
(portrait mode).
+: For beautiful shots of distant scenery (landscape mode).
/: Photograph the subject while keeping the background night
scenery (night view portrait mode).
k: For photographing bright scenes, such as on a ski slope or at the
beach (snow & beach mode).
+: For capturing fireworks at night (fireworks mode).
Q: Photograph in low-light conditions (lamp mode).
3
Select the desired icon from the scene select menu, and press the
SET button.
h This completes the scene select function setting.
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4
Take the picture.
For video clip recording, see page 41.
For still image shooting, see page 45.
h To return to normal photography, select = from the scene select
menu, and press the SET button.
HINT
i When capturing images using the fireworks +, lamp Q or night view
portrait / setting, stabilize the camera.
i A table showing the limitations for settings corresponding to scene select
icons other than = is on page 174.
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FILTERS
The filter feature changes image characteristics such as color tones, to apply
unique effects to the photographed image.
1
2
Display PAGE 1 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the filter menu.
&: No filter is used (none).
%: Skin tones are enhanced in close-up shots (cosmetic filter).
W: Snap black-and-white photos (monochrome filter).
,: Create a sepia-tone photo (sepia filter).
3
4
Select the desired icon from the filter menu, and press the SET
button.
h This completes the filter setting.
Take the picture.
For video clip recording, see page 41.
For still image shooting, see page 45.
h To return to normal photography, select & from the filter menu, and
press the SET button.
HINT
i A table showing the limitations for settings corresponding to filter icons
other than & is on page 175.
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SETTING THE FLASH MODE
The flash is used not only for taking pictures where there is insufficient light,
but also when the subject is in shade or in backlight conditions. Your camera’s
flash has three modes of operation (automatic flash mode, forced flash mode
and flash off mode). Select the flash mode that is appropriate for the
surrounding conditions. The flash can be enabled only when capturing still
images.
1
2
Display PAGE 1 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the flash menu.
k: The camera will detect the subject brightness and use the flash
only when required. In a backlight situation, if only the center of the
image is very dark, the flash will operate to compensate (auto
flash).
m: The flash will operate with every image captured regardless of the
conditions. Use this setting under backlight conditions, when the
subject is in shade, under fluorescent lighting conditions, etc.
(forced flash).
l: The flash will not operate even in dark situations. Use this setting
when capturing an image in a location where flash photography is
prohibited, or when shooting a night landscape scene (flash off).
3
4
Select the desired icon from the flash menu, and press the SET
button.
h The selected flash mode is set.
Take the picture.
h Still image shooting → page 45
HINT
Caution when using the flash underwater
i Light from the flash may reflect on debris in the water, resulting in an image
that is not as clear as you expected.
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SETTING THE FLASH MODE
CAUTION
Do not touch the flash unit when shooting
i The flash unit becomes very hot and may cause a burn. Avoid touching the
flash unit when shooting.
HINT
i The flash cannot be used during video clip recording.
i By assigning an operation shortcut to an arrow button (page 134), you can
change the flash mode from the Shooting Screen.
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SELF-TIMER
1
2
Display PAGE 1 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the self-timer menu.
N: Turns off the self-timer function.
y: The image is captured about 2 seconds after the [
] button or
] button or
[
] button is pressed.
x: The image is captured about 10 seconds after the [
] button is pressed.
[
3
4
Select the desired icon from the self-timer menu, and press the SET
button.
h This completes the self-timer setting.
Take the picture.
For video clip recording, see page 41.
For still image shooting, see page 45.
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SELF-TIMER
HINT
i By assigning an operation shortcut to an arrow button (page 134), you can
set the self-timer from the Shooting Screen.
To pause or cancel the self-timer function...
i If the [
released, the self-timer countdown temporarily stops. Press the [
button or [ ] button one more time to restart the self-timer.
] button or [
] button is pressed again before the shutter is
]
i To cancel self-timer photography, select the N icon from the self-timer
menu, and press the SET button.
i The self-timer is automatically reset to off N after the power save mode
is activated and the camera turned off.
When x is selected...
i When the [
] button or [
] button is
pressed, the multi-indicator will blink for
about 10 seconds, and then the image
is captured. Also, 4 seconds before the
shutter releases, the indication shown in
the illustration appears on the monitor.
If you swivel the monitor unit
to its farthest position, the
image on the monitor will be
inverted.
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PAGE 2 (ADVANCED SETTINGS)
MOTION COMPENSATION
(IMAGE STABILIZER)
Your camera can minimize a jittery picture by compensating for unintentional
hand motion (video clips only).
1
2
Display PAGE 2 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the image stabilizer menu.
p: Compensate for unintentional camera motion during video clip
recording. The field of view (see page 77) does not change when
the [
] button is pressed, so this setting is convenient when
shooting mostly video clips (video clip field of view display).
q: Compensate for unintentional camera motion during video clip
recording. The field of view does not change when the [
is pressed, so this setting is convenient when shooting mostly still
images (still image field of view display).
] button
]: Disengages the motion compensation function (OFF).
3
Select the desired icon from the image stabilizer menu, and press
the SET button.
h This completes the image stabilizer setting.
HINT
If the motion compensation does not seem to be working...
i Due to the mechanical characteristics of this function, it may not be
possible for the camera to compensate for violent motion.
i If the digital zoom (page 133) is being used, the large magnification factor
may make it difficult for the motion compensation function to work correctly.
i When stabilizing the camera, please turn the motion compensation
function off ]. If the motion compensation function is enabled when it is
not actually needed, it may result in an image that appears unnatural.
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MOTION COMPENSATION (IMAGE STABILIZER)
<Concerning the changing field of view when motion compensation is
enabled>
i When the motion compensation is set to ON, the field of view during
recording standby differs from the recordable field of view as shown below.
i When set to the motion compensation q setting, the video clip recording
range is as shown in the recording standby screen.
During still image
shooting
Display during
recording standby
During video clip
recording
For p setting
For q setting
Video clip
recording area
For ] setting
i When the still image shooting resolution is set to [ and the scene select
function to =, a, >, + or k (page 69), a still image captured
during video clip recording will have the same field of view as the video
clip.
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FOCUS RANGE
If you set the focus range to match the distance from the camera to the
subject, it’s easy to bring the subject into focus.
1
2
Display PAGE 2 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the focus menu.
-: Wide end: 10 cm (3.94 in.) to infinity
Tele end: 80 cm (31.50 in.) to infinity (total range mode)
*: 80 cm (31.50 in.) to infinity (normal mode)
-: The focus can be manually set to any distance from 1 cm (0.39 in.)
to 8 m (26.25 ft.), as well as to infinity (manual focus).
+: 1 cm (0.39 in.) to 80 cm (31.50 in.) (super macro mode: wide end
only)
h If manual focus - is selected, please see “How to use the manual
focus” (page 79).
3
4
Select the desired icon from the focus menu, and press the SET
button.
h The focus range setting is completed.
Take the picture.
h Video clip recording → page 41
h Still image shooting → page 45
HINT
i By assigning an operation shortcut to an arrow button (page 134), you can
change the focus range setting or lock the focus from the Shooting Screen.
i When the focus range is set to super macro +, the zoom is temporarily
set to the wide end.
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FOCUS RANGE
How to use the manual focus
1
Select the manual focus icon - from the focus menu (page 78),
and press the SET button 2 times.
h The focus distance adjustment bar appears.
2
Press the [G] or [H] button to select
press the SET button.
h The focus distance is set, and you
are returned to the Shooting
Screen.
the desired focus distance, and
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HINT
i When shooting a subject at a medium to far distance, by setting the focus
range to *, you will find it both easier and faster to focus.
About the focus range
i The focus distance indication shows the distance between the lens surface
and the subject.
i In some cases there may be a slight variance between the distance
(numerical figure) you set in the manual focus mode and the actual
distance.
About zoom movement when using the manual focus
i If the focus distance is set to 70 cm (27.56 in.) or less, the zoom changes
to the largest setting that is suitable for that focus distance.
i When the focus distance is set to 70 cm (27.56 in.) or less, the zoom will
function only within the range at which the image is focused.
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FOCUS AREA SETTING
You can choose from the following 2 types of autofocus (still image shooting
only):
9-point range finder focus:
The distance to the subject is detected by sampling from multiple areas of the
entire shooting screen.
Spot focus:
The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the monitor.
1
2
Display PAGE 2 of the RECORDING
MENU (page 62).
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Select the desired focus method
from the focus mode menu, and
press the SET button.
B: 9-point range finder focus is
selected.
C: Spot focus is selected.
h When the spot focus setting is
selected, the focus mark + appears
in the center of the monitor.
Focus mark
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LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING
You can select from 3 types of light-measuring modes.
Multi-section light-measuring:
The exposure is adjusted after sampling from multiple areas of the entire
shooting screen.
Center-weighted light-measuring:
The exposure is adjusted after light is measured from the entire image, but
with emphasis on the center area.
Spot light-measuring:
You can compose the picture and capture the image after first measuring the
light only at the center spot of the monitor.
1
2
Display PAGE 2 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the desired light-measuring mode from the light-measuring
mode (EXP MEASURE) menu.
n: Multi-section light-measuring
W: Center-weighted light-measuring
Y: Spot light-measuring
3
Press the SET button.
h This completes the light-measuring
mode setting.
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h When spot light-measuring is
selected, the light-measuring spot
mark
appears in the center of
the monitor.
Light-measuring spot mark
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ISO SENSITIVITY
With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to
the brightness of the subject. However, the ISO sensitivity can be set to a
fixed setting.
1
2
Display PAGE 2 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the ISO sensitivity menu.
t: Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically (ISO 50 to 400 [video clip
recording mode: corresponds to ISO 450 to 3600]).
*: Sets the sensitivity to ISO 50
(video clip recording mode: corresponds to ISO 450).
u: Sets the sensitivity to ISO 100
(video clip recording mode: corresponds to ISO 900).
v: Sets the sensitivity to ISO 200
(video clip recording mode: corresponds to ISO 1800).
w: Sets the sensitivity to ISO 400
(video clip recording mode: corresponds to ISO 3600).
6: Sets the sensitivity to ISO 800
(video clip recording mode: corresponds to ISO 3600).
-: Sets the sensitivity to ISO 1600
(video clip recording mode: corresponds to ISO 3600).
* The indicated ISO value when capturing still images is the standard
output sensitivity.
3
Select the desired icon from the ISO sensitivity menu, and press the
SET button.
h This completes the ISO sensitivity setting.
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ISO SENSITIVITY
HINT
i By setting a higher ISO sensitivity, you can set higher shutter speeds and
capture images in darker locations, but noise in the captured images may
increase.
i By assigning an operation shortcut to an arrow button (page 134), you can
change the ISO setting from the Shooting Screen.
CAUTION
Does the image appear to flicker when recording a video clip?
i If recording a video clip under fluorescent lights with the ISO sensitivity set
to w or higher, a noticeable flicker may appear in the image.
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WHITE BALANCE
This camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting
conditions. However, if you want to specify the lighting conditions or change
the overall tone of the image, the white balance can be manually set.
1
2
Display PAGE 2 of the RECORDING MENU (page 62).
Select the white balance menu.
>: The camera will make the white balance adjustment automatically
based on the natural and artificial light conditions. This is the
setting used in the auto mode.
r: For shooting outside on a sunny day.
o: For shooting outside on a cloudy day.
p: For shooting inside under fluorescent lighting.
q: For shooting inside under incandescent lighting.
]: This setting is used for a more accurate white balance using the
existing light source (one push). Please use it when the light source
cannot be identified, for example.
Setting procedure
1 Select the ] icon and press the SET button.
h The ] icon moves to the left end of the line.
2 Fill the entire screen with a plain white card (or piece of paper,
etc.), and press the SET button.
h This completes the white balance setting.
h It is not necessary to proceed to step 3.
3
Select the desired icon from the white balance menu, and press the
SET button.
h This completes the white balance setting.
h Once the white balance setting is programmed for the ] icon, it is
retained even if another white balance setting (>, r, o, p, or
q) is selected. If you changed to another setting, whenever you
select the ] icon and press the SET button, the previously
programmed setting is recalled.
HINT
To cancel the white balance setting
i Perform step 1, select >, and then press the SET button.
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PLAYBACK
PAGE 1 (BASIC SETTINGS)
DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK MENU
The PLAYBACK MENU is used to adjust your camera’s playback settings.
The PLAYBACK MENU is organized into two displays: PAGE 1 and PAGE 2.
You can also access the PLAYBACK MENU from the camera settings screen
(OPTION MENU [page 120]).
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 28).
h Turn the camera on in the
playback mode.
MENU
button
Press the MENU button.
h The PLAYBACK MENU appears.
h Pressing the MENU button again
will cancel the PLAYBACK
MENU.
About the HELP display
When a PLAYBACK MENU icon is
selected, the HELP display appears,
showing the function of the selected icon.
HELP display
PLAYBACK MENU
SLIDESHOW
Auto playback of
files
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Switching the page
Switch to PAGE 1 or PAGE 2.
1
2
Display the PLAYBACK MENU (page 85).
Press the [G] button.
h The PLAYBACK MENU changes to
the other PAGE.
h Each time the [G] button is
pressed, the display changes as
follows:
PAGE indication
PLAYBACK MENU
SLIDESHOW
Auto playback of
files
PAGE 2
→
OPTION MENU
→
PAGE 1
<PLAYBACK MENU: PAGE 1>
To cancel the PLAYBACK
MENU
i Press the MENU button.
PLAYBACK MENU
ROTATE
Rotate image
<PLAYBACK MENU: PAGE 2>
OPTION MENU
1/3
CLOCK SET
INFO DISPLAY
STARTUP DISPLAY
OPERATION BEEP
POST VIEW
REC FOLDER
<OPTION MENU>
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DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK MENU
Overview of the PLAYBACK MENU
PAGE 1
7
PLAYBACK MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
SLIDESHOW
Auto playback of
files
8
9
1 Slideshow (page 89)
h Select the slideshow settings
and initiate playback.
5 Copy (page 96)
h Copy files from the card to the
internal memory, or vice versa.
6 Printing instructions (page 98)
h Specify the printing
2 Playback volume control
(page 91)
h Adjust the playback volume for
video clips and audio data.
3 Data protect setting (page 92)
h Protect data from accidental
erasure.
instructions (DPOF settings).
7 PAGE display (page 86)
8 HELP display (page 85)
9 Remaining battery power
(page 148)
4 Delete (page 94)
h Delete images from the card
memory.
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PAGE 2
7
PLAYBACK MENU
ROTATE
1
2
3
4
5
6
Rotate image
8
9
1 Rotate image (page 104)
h Rotate still images.
2 Resize (page 105)
h Reduce the resolution of a still
image.
3 Red-eye correction (page 106)
h Repair the red-eye effect to
make eyes look more natural.
4 Extract still image (page 108)
h Extract a still image from a
video clip.
5 Video clip edit (page 109)
h Edit video clips.
6 Smooth playback (page 118)
h Smooth out the movement
when playing back video clips.
7 PAGE display (page 86)
8 HELP display (page 85)
9 Remaining battery power
(page 148)
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SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK
Specify the settings for playing back still images and video clips continuously
in a “slideshow” format. In a slideshow of still images, you can set the
transition time and transition effects.
1
2
Display PAGE 1 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the slideshow icon V, and
SLIDESHOW
press the SET button.
h The Slideshow Screen appears.
MODE:
MODE
TIME
ALL
1sec
Specify the file type to play back.
ALL:
EFFECT
BGM
OFF
Play back all files.
START
MOVIE:
OK
Play back video clips and audio
files.
PHOTO:
Play back still image files.
TIME:
Adjust the transition speed (the period
that an image is displayed before it
changes to the next image).
EFFECT:
Select a transition effect as an image
changes to the next image.
BGM:
Specify the settings for playing
background music during slideshow
playback.
START:
Begin slideshow playback.
<Changing a setting>
1 Select the item you wish to change, and press the SET button.
2 Press the [T] or [W] button to change the setting.
3 Press the SET button.
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Select “START” and press the SET button.
h Slideshow playback begins.
h To stop slideshow playback, press the SET button or MENU button.
k About BGM audio files
In addition to the three BGM melodies stored in your camera, you can import
audio files to the camera’s internal memory to use. Imported audio files can
be selected from the slideshow screen in the same manner as the camera’s
internal BGM melodies.
HINT
BGM for video clips?
i When video clips are played back in a slideshow, the recorded audio track
is played back; the BGM is not played.
Did the BGM change?
i If you delete an audio file that was set for the BGM, and if a newly recorded
audio is then assigned the same audio number as the deleted file, the
newly recorded audio file will be played as the BGM.
Did you delete a BGM audio file from the camera?
i The three BGM audio files that were stored in your camera’s internal
memory at the time of purchase can be recovered by formatting the
internal memory.
What kind of audio files can be set for the BGM?
i Audio files that were recorded with the camera can be set as background
music. The maximum playback time is about 30 seconds.
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PLAYBACK VOLUME
Adjust the playback volume for video clips and audio data.
1
2
Display PAGE 1 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the playback volume icon
PLAY VOLUME
Z, and press the SET button.
h The volume control bar appears.
3
Press the [G] or [H] button to adjust
the volume, and press the SET
button.
4
VOLUME SETTING
h The volume is set, and you are
returned to the PLAYBACK MENU.
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DATA PROTECT
Prevent accidental erasure of image and audio data.
1
2
Display the data that you want to protect from accidental erasure,
and display PAGE 1 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the protect icon A, and
PROTECT
press the SET button.
h The Protect Screen appears.
LOCK
EXIT
OK
3
Press the [T] or [W] button to select
“LOCK”, and press the SET button.
PROTECT
h The protect mode is set for the
data.
h The protect mark B indicates that
the data is locked.
h To return to the PLAYBACK MENU,
UNLOCK
EXIT
press the MENU button.
OK
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DATA PROTECT
CAUTION
i Even if the protect mode is set for certain data files, they will be deleted if
the card is reformatted (page 144).
HINT
To select a different image in steps 2 and 3...
i Press the [G] or [H] button.
To cancel the protect mode for a file...
i Display the desired data, repeat steps 1 and 2, select “UNLOCK” in step 3,
and press the SET button. The protect mark B will disappear and the
protect mode is canceled.
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DELETING DATA
You can delete data that is stored on the card if you no longer need it. You can
delete the data one at a time, or all at once.
1
To delete data from the card, perform the delete procedure with the
card installed in the camera. To delete data from the camera’s
internal memory, remove the card before performing the delete
procedure.
2
3
Display PAGE 1 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the delete icon c, and
DELETE
press the SET button.
h The Delete Mode Screen appears.
DELETE SINGLE:
Deletes one data at a time.
DELETE ALL:
DELETE SINGLE
DELETE ALL
Deletes all the data.
OK
4
Press the [T] or [W] button to select the desired delete mode, and
press the SET button.
h The Delete Confirmation Screen appears.
<DELETE SINGLE>
h Press the [G] or [H] button to select the data you wish to delete.
h There is no confirmation screen when deleting single files. Please
make sure that the displayed image is one you wish to delete.
<DELETE ALL>
h Press the [G] or [H] button to confirm the data to delete.
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DELETING DATA
5
Press the [T] button to select “DELETE”, and press the SET button.
<DELETE SINGLE>
h The currently displayed image is deleted.
h To delete other data, select the data, select “DELETE” and press the
SET button.
<DELETE ALL>
h The Delete Confirmation Screen again appears. To delete the data,
select “YES”, and press the SET button. When data delete is
completed, “No image” is shown.
CAUTION
i Data that is protected from accidental delete cannot be deleted. To delete
protected data, set the protect setting for the data to off (page 92), and
then follow the data delete procedure.
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COPY DATA
Images and audio files recorded in the camera’s internal memory can be
copied to the card, and likewise from the card to the internal memory.
1
2
3
Insert the card in the camera (page 26).
Display PAGE 1 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the copy icon S, and press
COPY
the SET button.
h The screen to copy files appears.
INT MEM
CARD
CARD
INT MEM
4
Select the copy direction.
INT MEM
CARD:
Copy data from the internal memory to
the card.
OK
CARD
INT MEM:
Copy data from the card to the internal
memory.
* If no card is set in the camera, you
cannot copy data.
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COPY DATA
5
Press the SET button.
h The screen to select the type of
copy appears.
INT MEM
CARD
h The copy source image is shown in
the background on the screen.
COPY SINGLE:
COPY SINGLE
COPY ALL
Copy the data for one image.
COPY ALL:
OK
Copy all the data from the copy source
to the copy destination.
6
7
Select the desired type of copy.
<When selecting “COPY SINGLE”>
1 Press the [G] or [H] button to display the image you wish to copy.
2 Press the [T] or [W] button to select “COPY SINGLE”.
<When selecting “COPY ALL”>
1 Press the [T] or [W] button to select “COPY ALL”.
Press the SET button.
h The files are copied.
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PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS
In addition to using your printer to print out still images captured with your
camera, as with conventional film, you can have prints made at shops offering
digital print services. Moreover, this camera is DPOF-compatible, so you can
use the camera to specify the number of prints, whether or not the date is
displayed on the print, and also to request an index print.
Display the Printing Instructions Screen
1
2
Display PAGE 1 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the printing instructions icon
PRINT INSTRUCTIONS
b, and press the SET button.
h The Printing Instructions Screen
appears.
ALL IMAGES:
The specified printing instructions
apply to all the images.
ALL IMAGES
EACH IMAGE
INDEX
ALL CLEAR
OK
EACH IMAGE:
The printing instructions are specified
for each individual image.
INDEX:
All the still images are printed as
miniature images (thumbnail images),
several images on one print.
ALL CLEAR:
Clear all the printing instructions. This
cannot be selected if no printing
instructions have been specified for
the image.
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PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS
HINT
Printing a single frame from a video clip
i To print with a printer or have the digital print service shop print out a still
image from a video clip, you must first save it (extract still) as a still image
(page 108).
About the DPOF format
i DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a print order format. You can connect
your camera to a DPOF-compatible printer to produce your prints. You can
also set the printing instructions for the desired images, and then have the
requested images printed automatically (page 156).
About the finished prints
i Rotated images (page 104) will be printed in their original orientation.
i The quality of the print output will differ depending on the print service and
printer used.
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Specifying date imprinting and print quantities
You can specify printing instructions for each individual image (EACH
IMAGE), or apply the printing instructions to all the images (ALL
IMAGES).
1
2
Display the Printing Instructions Screen (page 98).
Select “ALL IMAGES” or “EACH
IMAGE”.
ALL IMAGES:
PRINT INSTRUCTIONS
ALL IMAGES
EACH IMAGE
INDEX
The printing instructions are applied
to all the images.
EACH IMAGE:
The printing instructions are applied
only to the image currently
displayed.
ALL CLEAR
OK
3
Press the SET button.
h The Date/Copies Print Screen
appears.
EACH IMAGE
----/--/--
0copy
:
:
h If “EACH IMAGE” was selected,
press the [G] or [H] button to
display the desired image to print.
h The printing instructions that are
currently active for the displayed
image are shown. You can press
the [G] or [H] button to confirm the
printing instructions for each image.
COPIES
1
OK
Printing instructions
EACH IMAGE
:
:
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COPIES
1
EXIT
OK
<Completed printing
instructions>
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4
Specify whether the date is displayed
on the print, and the number of prints.
<Specify the number of prints>
h Press the [T] or [W] button.
h The quantity indication
changes.
Quantity
EACH IMAGE
----/--/--
:
:
copy
0
h Display the desired number of
prints.
h Press the SET button.
h The number of prints is set.
COPIES
1
OK
<Specify dated prints>
h From the screen on which the
number of prints is set, press the
MENU button.
Specify date imprint?
h The screen to confirm dated
prints appears.
YES: Print the date on the
photo.
YES
NO
OK
NO: Do not print the date.
h Press the [T] or [W] button to
indicate your selection.
5
Press the SET button.
h The printing instructions for the
requested print quantities and dated
prints are stored.
h The display returns to the Printing
Instructions Screen.
HINT
If the message “Date not set for photo” appears...
i Dated prints are not possible for photos that were captured before the
camera’s date and time setting was completed.
i After the message “Date not set for photo” appears, you are returned to the
PLAYBACK MENU.
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Index print
Printing out many small images on one sheet is called an “index print”.
This is convenient for use as a list of the images you have captured.
1
2
3
Display the Printing Instructions Screen (page 98).
Select “INDEX”.
Press the SET button.
INDEX PRINT
h The Index Print Screen appears.
SET:
Specify an index print copy.
EXIT:
Discontinue the setting procedure, and
return to the Printing Instructions
Screen.
SET
EXIT
OK
4
Select “SET”, and press the SET
button.
h This completes the setting for the
index print. You are returned to the
Printing Instructions Screen.
HINT
To cancel the index print setting
i Follow steps 1 and 2, select “CLEAR” in step 3, and press the SET button.
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PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS
Clearing all the printing instructions
Delete the printing instructions for all images.
1
2
3
Display the Printing Instructions Screen (page 98).
Select “ALL CLEAR”.
Press the SET button.
ALL CLEAR
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copy
h The Confirm All Clear Screen
appears.
CANCEL:
:
:
1
Clear the printing instructions for all
images.
EXIT:
Cancel the clear procedure and return
to the Printing Instructions Screen.
CANCEL
EXIT
OK
4
Select “CANCEL”, and press the SET
button.
h All the printing instructions are
cleared and you are returned to the
Printing Instructions Screen.
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ROTATE IMAGE
Captured still images can be rotated to the correct orientation for viewing.
1
2
Display the still image you wish to rotate, and display PAGE 2 of the
PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the rotate icon L, and
ROTATE
press the SET button.
h The Rotate Screen appears.
RIGHT:
Rotates image clockwise 90 degrees.
LEFT:
Rotates image counterclockwise
RIGHT
LEFT
90 degrees.
OK
3
Select “RIGHT” or “LEFT”, and
press the SET button.
h Each time the SET button is
pressed, the image is rotated
another 90 degrees.
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CHANGING IMAGE SIZE (RESIZE)
The size of a still image that has already been captured at a resolution higher
than t can be changed to 1600 × 1200 pixels or 640 × 480 pixels. The
resized image is saved as a separate image.
1
2
Display the still image whose size you want to change, and display
PAGE 2 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the resize icon I, and
press the SET button.
Image original size
RESIZE
(2816×2112)
h The Resize Screen appears.
(1600×1200)
(640×480)
OK
3
4
Press the [T] or [W] button to select the new image size.
2M (1600 × 1200): The saved image will be 1600 × 1200 pixels.
0.3M (640 × 480): The saved image will be 640 × 480 pixels.
Press the SET button.
h Resizing begins.
HINT
Why can’t the image be resized?
i An image can be resized only to a smaller (or the same) size, not to a
larger size.
i A still image that was captured with a resolution setting of 8 cannot be
resized.
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RED-EYE CORRECTION
If you photograph your subjects at night using the flash, they may appear in
the image with glowing red eyes (red-eye phenomenon). Now you can amend
the image so that the subjects’ eyes appear more natural (red-eye correction).
1
2
Display the image to be modified, and display PAGE 2 of the
PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the red-eye correction icon
RED-EYE CORRECT.
f, and press the SET button.
h The Red-Eye Correction Screen
appears.
RED-EYE CORRECT.:
Proceed with the red-eye correction.
EXIT:
RED-EYE CORRECT.
EXIT
Return to the PLAYBACK MENU.
OK
3
Select “RED-EYE CORRECT.” and
press the SET button.
RED-EYE CORRECT.
h Red-eye correction is executed.
h During the red-eye correction
process, “Processing” is shown on
the screen.
h When the correction is completed,
the modified image is shown.
Check the image to see if the post-
processing result is satisfactory.
Press shutter to save
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RED-EYE CORRECTION
4
Press the [
] button.
RED-EYE CORRECT.
h A screen appears for you to specify
whether or not to save the original
image.
SAVE AS NEW
SAVE AS NEW:
OVERWRITE FILE
The corrected image is saved as a
separate image, and the original
image is preserved.
OK
OVERWRITE FILE:
The original file is deleted, and only
the corrected image is saved.
5
Select the desired method to save the corrected image, and press
the SET button.
h The corrected image is saved, and you are returned to the Red-Eye
Correction Screen.
HINT
If the “Red-eye correction not successful” message appears…
i The camera was not able to successfully correct the red-eye phenomenon.
i The red-eye correction function works to automatically edit the red-eye
phenomenon that the camera detects in captured images. In some cases,
the camera may fail to correctly detect the red-eye phenomenon, or it may
incorrectly identify the red-eye phenomenon where it does not exist.
Concerning the date and time information for the saved image
i When an image is corrected and saved, the recorded date and time of
capture (Exif information) remains unchanged from the original image.
However, the file date shown on the computer changes to the date and
time the image was revised.
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EXTRACTING A STILL IMAGE
FROM A VIDEO CLIP
You can select one image (scene) from a video clip, copy it, and save it as a
still image (the original data remains unchanged).
1
Play back a video clip, and pause at the point you wish to copy and
save.
2
3
Display PAGE 2 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the extract still icon 7, and
EXTRACT STILL
press the SET button.
h The screen to extract an image
appears.
SAVE:
SAVE
EXIT
The image is copied and saved as a
still image (the original data is left
unchanged).
OK
EXIT:
You are returned to the PLAYBACK
MENU.
4
Select “SAVE” and press the SET button.
h The image is extracted.
HINT
To select a different image (frame) in step 3...
i Press the MENU button two times to return to the pause display, and use
the [G] and [H] buttons to select a different image.
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EDITING VIDEO CLIPS
You can trim away unwanted portions from a video clip and save it as a new
video clip (video clip cutting [extracting]). You can also join two video clips
together and save the result as a new video clip file.
Procedure to cut (extract) a portion of a video clip
1
2
Specify the frames
(1, 2) where the
video clip is to be
cut.
A
B
C
J
Extract the specified portion.
[Two ways to cut the
video clip]
i Trim away portions A
and C, and save
portion B.
i Delete portion B, and
join portions A and
C.
i The original
video clip is
not affected.
(You can also choose to erase the original video clip when the new clip is
saved.)
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Procedure to join video clips
Specify the video clip that will come first.
J
Specify the video clip that you wish to
append (join).
J
Join the video clips.
i The two video clips are saved together as a
separate video clip.
i The original video clips are not affected.
(You can also choose to erase the
original video clips when the new clip
is saved.)
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EDITING VIDEO CLIPS
CAUTION
Caution when editing video clips
i When editing video clips, do not turn off the camera. If you turn off the
camera while editing video clips, not only will the editing not be properly
completed, but the original video clip may also be erased.
i As the number or size of the video clips increases, the card memory may
become full, making it impossible to edit the video clips. In this case, you
will need to free some of the memory on the card, either by deleting data
that are no longer necessary (page 94), or by selecting “OVERWRITE
FILE” when saving edited video clips (pages 114 and 116).
i The operation sounds for the camera’s buttons are disabled during video
clip editing.
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Video clip cutting (extracting)
1
2
3
Display the video clip from which you wish to extract a segment.
Display PAGE 2 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the edit video icon k, and
EDIT VIDEO
press the SET button.
h The Edit Video Screen appears.
CUT
JOIN
OK
4
Select “CUT” and press the SET
button.
h The Cutting Screen appears.
Start point
CUT
00:01:30
Press shutter to save
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5
Specify the start point of the extract.
h Use the procedure below to specify the frame from which the video
clip extract will start.
h Play the video clip until approximately the desired point, pause the
video clip, then play the video clip one frame at a time, stopping at the
start point of the extract. This will be the first frame of the extract.
h If the start point of the video clip is also the start point of the extract,
proceed to step 6.
<Procedure>
Play:
After pausing playback, press and hold the [H] button for about
2 seconds for forward playback, or the [G] button for reverse
playback.
Pause:
During playback, press the SET button.
Accelerated playback:
During playback, press the [G] or [H] button to change the playback
speed.
Single frame:
After pausing playback, press the [H] button to move forward one
frame, or the [G] button to move back one frame.
6
Press the [T] button.
h The start point of the video clip
Approximate playback time
extract is set, and the screen to
specify the end point appears.
h Specify the end point of the extract
by following the same procedure as
in step 5.
CUT
00:01:10
<When joining the first and latter
portions>
1 Press the [W] button.
h Each time the [W] button is
pressed, the sections to delete
and the sections to save are
reversed.
Press shutter to save
End point
Portion to be deleted
2 Specify the end point of the
extract. The frame following the
end point of the extract will be the
start point of the latter portion to
be joined.
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Press the [
] button.
CUT
h A screen appears for you to select
either to save the edited video clip
as a new (separate) file, or to delete
the original video clip and replace it
with the edited video clip.
SAVE AS NEW:
SAVE AS NEW
OVERWRITE FILE
REVIEW CLIP
The edited video clip will be saved as
a new file. The original video clip
remains unchanged.
OK
OVERWRITE FILE:
The original video clip will be deleted.
Only the edited video clip will be
saved.
REVIEW CLIP:
Play back the edited video clip before
saving it.
8
Select the desired option, and press the SET button.
h Editing starts.
h When editing ends, you are returned to the PLAYBACK MENU.
HINT
i If the original video clip is protected, even if you select “OVERWRITE FILE”
in step 8 and press the SET button, the original video clip will not be
erased. If you want it to be erased, you will need to first remove the
protection (page 92).
i If the “Card full” message appears, you will need to free some of the
memory by deleting data that you do not need to keep.
CAUTION
Warning concerning the battery pack remaining charge
i During the editing of lengthy video clips, the time to process the large
amount of data can become quite long. To avoid problems caused by the
battery pack becoming depleted in the middle of video clip editing, before
starting to edit be sure that a sufficiently charged battery pack is installed
in the camera.
i It is recommended that a computer be used to edit long video clips.
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EDITING VIDEO CLIPS
Joining two video clips
CAUTION
i Video clips that were recorded in different modes cannot be joined.
1
2
Display PAGE 2 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the edit video icon k, and
EDIT VIDEO
press the SET button.
h The Edit Video Screen appears.
CUT
JOIN
OK
3
Select “JOIN” and press the SET
button.
h The 6-image playback display for
video clips appears.
Select a clip
Press shutter to save
100
Orange frame
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5
Move the orange frame to the video
clip you wish to join, and press the
SET button.
h The specified video clip is labeled
with a number.
h Up to 9 video clips can be selected.
h To cancel a selection and remove
the number label from a video clip,
select the video clip and press the
SET button.
Approximate playback time
Select a clip
00:00:36
Press shutter to save
Number
Press the [
] button.
JOIN
h A screen appears for you to select
either to save the joined video clip
as a new (separate) file, or to delete
the original video clips and replace
them with the joined video clip.
SAVE AS NEW:
SAVE AS NEW
OVERWRITE FILE
REVIEW CLIP
The joined video clip will be saved as
a new file. The original video clips
remain unchanged.
OK
OVERWRITE FILE:
The original video clips will be deleted.
Only the joined video clip will be
saved.
REVIEW CLIP:
Play back the joined video clip before
saving it.
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6
Select the desired option, and press the SET button.
h Editing starts.
h When editing ends, you are returned to the PLAYBACK MENU.
HINT
i If the original video clip is protected, even if you select “OVERWRITE FILE”
in step 6 and press the SET button, the original video clip will not be
erased. If you want it to be erased, you will need to first remove the
protection (page 92).
i If the “Card full” message appears, you will need to free some of the
memory by deleting data that you do not need to keep.
CAUTION
Warning concerning the battery pack remaining charge
i During the editing of lengthy video clips, the time to process the large
amount of data can become quite long. To avoid problems caused by the
battery pack becoming depleted in the middle of video clip editing, before
starting to edit be sure that a sufficiently charged battery pack is installed
in the camera.
i It is recommended that a computer be used to edit long video clips.
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SMOOTH PLAYBACK
Suppress the video flicker that occurs when playing back video clips that were
recorded with the camera moving fast.
1
2
Display PAGE 2 of the PLAYBACK MENU (page 86).
Select the smooth playback O
SMOOTH PLAYBACK
icon, and press the SET button.
h The Smooth Playback Screen
appears.
ON
ON:
OFF
Activate smooth playback.
OFF:
Deactivate smooth playback.
OK
3
Select “ON”, and press the SET
button.
h This completes the smooth
playback setting.
HINT
i Depending on the recording conditions, the smooth playback effect may be
insignificant in some cases.
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DISPLAYING IMAGE PROPERTIES
(INFORMATION SCREEN)
On the Information Screen you can check what the settings were when an
image was captured.
1
2
Display the desired image.
2
3
4
100-0001
7.5MB
INFO
1
640 480 30fps
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
Press the MENU button for at
least 1 second.
h The Information Screen
appears.
5
C
00:00:15
0.0
h If the MENU button is
pressed again, the
Information Screen is
canceled.
1 Video clip mode settings
2 Image or sound number
3 Protect setting
4 File size
5 Shooting or recording
time
6 Remaining battery charge
7 Date and time of image
8 Still image resolution
settings
9 Scene select function
0 Filters
A Aperture
B Shutter speed
C Exposure correction
D ISO sensitivity
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<Video clip data>
9 ;
2
3
4
A
B
C
D
6
100-000
1.6MB
2
INFO
8
2816 2112
F3.8
1/40
+0.0
200
ISO
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7
<Still image data>
2
3
4
5
100-000
3
INFO
256KB
00:00:11
6
2007.12.25 19:00
7
<Audio data>
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OPTION SETTINGS
OPTION SETTINGS
DISPLAYING THE OPTION MENU
The OPTION MENU is used to adjust various camera settings.
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 28), and press the MENU button.
h The RECORDING MENU or PLAYBACK MENU appears.
Press the [G] button two times to
OPTION MENU
1/3
display the OPTION MENU.
CLOCK SET
INFO DISPLAY
STARTUP DISPLAY
OPERATION BEEP
POST VIEW
To cancel the OPTION
MENU
i Press the MENU button.
REC FOLDER
<OPTION MENU>
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DISPLAYING THE OPTION MENU
Overview of the OPTION MENU
1/3
OPTION MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
CLOCK SET
INFO DISPLAY
STARTUP DISPLAY
OPERATION BEEP
POST VIEW
REC FOLDER
I
7
8
9
;
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
NOISE REDUCTION
IMAGE SETTINGS
FLICKER REDUCT
DIGITAL ZOOM
SHORTCUTS
BRIGHTNESS
LANGUAGE
TV SYSTEM
POWER SAVE
FILE NO. CONT’D
FORMAT
RESET SETTINGS
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1 Date and time setting
9 Flicker-reduction menu
(page 132)
(page 32)
h
Set the camera’s internal clock.
h Set the flicker-reduction
function on or off.
2 Screen display (page 35)
h Specify whether the time/date
the image was captured is
displayed.
0 Digital zoom setting
(page 133)
h Enable or disable the digital
zoom.
A Shortcuts (page 134)
h Assign operation functions to
the [G] and [H] buttons when
the Shooting Screen is active.
B Monitor brightness (page 136)
h Adjust the brightness of the
monitor.
h Specify what information is
displayed on the Playback
Screen.
3 Startup display (page 123)
h Select the screen display that
appears when the camera is
turned on.
4 Operation sounds setting
C Screen language (page 137)
h Select the language in which
the monitor messages are
displayed.
(page 124)
h Select the operation sounds
that are produced when the
camera’s buttons are pressed,
and adjust the operation
sound volume.
D TV system settings (page 138)
h
Select the type of video signal
that is output from the camera’s
AV terminal.
5 Post-view (page 127)
h Specify how long the captured
image is displayed on the
E Power save function
(page 139)
F File number memory
(page 141)
h Select the file number memory
function.
G Format (page 144)
h Reformat the camera’s internal
memory or the card installed in
the camera.
H Settings reset (page 146)
h Reset the camera to the
factory-preset settings.
I Remaining battery power
(page 148)
monitor after the [
] button
is pressed and released.
6 Recording folder (page 128)
h Create/select a folder in which
to store the recorded files.
7 Noise-reduction menu
(page 129)
h Select the settings to reduce
the noise that is generated
during audio or still image
recording.
8 Image quality adjustment
(page 131)
h Adjust the image quality during
shooting.
* Icons 7 through H are displayed when you press the [T] or [W] button to
scroll.
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SELECT THE STARTUP DISPLAY
The startup display is the display that appears on the monitor when the
camera is turned on.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the startup display icon +,
and press the SET button.
h The Startup Display Setting Screen
appears.
DATE & TIME:
The camera’s date and time setting is
shown.
STARTUP DISPLAY
DATE & TIME
Xacti
PENGUIN
OFF
OK
Xacti:
The Xacti logo is shown.
PENGUIN:
An animated character is shown.
OFF:
RECORDING MENU
No startup display.
MOVIE
640×480 30fps SHQ
MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264
<When “PENGUIN” is
selected>
An animated character also
appears on the Menu Screen
to introduce the functions.
3
Select the desired setting, and press the SET button.
h The selected startup display is set.
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OPERATION SOUNDS
Use this menu to set the confirming audio signals when the camera is turned
on/off or when the operation buttons ([
] button, SET button, MENU
button, etc.) are pressed, to adjust the operation sound volume, and to
enable/disable the audio guide.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the operation beep icon ?,
and press the SET button.
h The Operation Beep Setting Screen
appears.
h The current settings are shown on
the screen.
h If “ALL OFF” is selected and the
SET button pressed, all the
operation sounds are muted.
h When “ALL OFF” is selected, the
“CHANGE SETTINGS” indication
changes to “ON”. If “ON” is then
selected and the SET button is
pressed, “ON” changes to
“CHANGE SETTINGS”.
OPERATION BEEP
TURN ON/OFF
SHUTTER
KEY SW
AUDIO GUIDE
CHANGE SETTINGS
ALL OFF
OK
:ON
:D
:A
:ON
OPERATION BEEP
TURN ON/OFF
SHUTTER
KEY SW
AUDIO GUIDE
ON
:OFF
:OFF
:OFF
:OFF
TURN ON/OFF:
ALL OFF
OK
Mute or enable the sound that is
produced when the power is turned on
or off.
<“ALL OFF” is selected>
SHUTTER:
Select the sound that is produced
when the [
] button is pressed.
KEY SW:
Select the sound that is produced
when the SET button, MENU button,
etc. are pressed.
AUDIO GUIDE:
Mute or enable the camera’s audio
help guide.
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3
Select “CHANGE SETTINGS”, and
press the SET button.
OPERATION BEEP
h The screen to change the settings
appears.
TURN ON/OFF
SHUTTER
KEY SW
ON
D
A
AUDIO GUIDE
OPERATION VOL
ON
4
4
Press the [T] or [W] button to select
the desired setting, and press the
SET button.
OK
h The screen to select operation
sounds appears.
<If “TURN ON/OFF” or “AUDIO GUIDE” is selected>
h The respective screen to enable or disable the sound appears.
h Press the [T] or [W] button to select the desired setting, and press
the SET button.
ON: Activates the sound.
OFF: Deactivates the sound.
<If “SHUTTER” or “KEY SW” is selected>
h The screen to select the operation sounds appears.
h Select from 8 different sounds (A to H).
h You can press the [H] button to preview the selected operation
sound.
h If “OFF” is selected, no sound is produced.
h Press the [T] or [W] button to select the desired setting, and press
the SET button.
<If “OPERATION VOL” is selected>
h The screen to select the volume for the operation sounds appears.
h You can select an operation sound volume from 1 (minimum) to 7
(maximum).
h Press the [T] or [W] button to select the volume, and press the
SET button.
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Press the MENU button.
h The operation sound settings are completed.
HINT
i If you keep the MENU button pressed and turn on the power, the screen to
turn the operation sounds ON/OFF appears at once. You may find this a
convenient procedure to disable the operation sounds in places you do not
want them to be audible.
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POST-VIEW SETTING
Specify the duration that the captured image appears on the monitor
(post-view) after the [
] button is pressed and released.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the post-view icon o, and
press the SET button.
h The Post-view Screen appears.
1 sec:
The post-view image is displayed for
1 second.
POST VIEW
1 sec
2 sec
OFF
2 sec:
The post-view image is displayed for
2 seconds.
OK
OFF:
The post-view image is not displayed.
3
Select the desired setting, and press the SET button.
h This completes the post-view setting.
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CREATE/SELECT A RECORDING
FOLDER
Create or select a recording folder (a folder in which to store recorded files).
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the recording folder icon
, and press the SET button.
h The Recording Folder Screen
appears.
NEW
102
100
101
104
<Create a new folder>
h Use the arrow buttons to select
NEW.
<Select an existing folder>
h Use the arrow button to select the
desired folder number.
103
OK
3
Press the SET button.
h This completes the create/select folder setting.
h If you created a new folder, it automatically becomes the selected
recording folder.
CAUTION
When an existing folder cannot be selected or a new one created...
i A folder cannot be selected if it was created using a different device, or if it
already contains the maximum number of files.
i You cannot select a folder or create a new folder while the internal memory
is used for recording and playback.
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NOISE-REDUCTION FUNCTION
Use this setting to minimize the aural wind noise during video clip or audio
recording (wind sound NR) and the visual noise during still image recording
(still image NR).
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the noise-reduction icon ^,
and press the SET button.
h The Noise Reduction Screen
appears.
NOISE REDUCTION
WIND SOUND NR
STILL IMAGE NR
OFF
OFF
WIND SOUND NR:
Turn ON/OFF the wind noise reduction
function during video clip/audio
recording.
OK
STILL IMAGE NR:
Turn ON/OFF the image noise
reduction function during still image
shooting.
3
Select the desired function and
press the SET button.
h The screen to select ON or OFF
appears.
NOISE REDUCTION
WIND SOUND NR
OFF
ON:
Noise is reduced.
OFF:
Noise is not reduced.
OK
<“WIND SOUND NR” is
selected>
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Press the [T] or [W] button to select the desired setting, and press
the SET button.
h This completes the noise reduction setting.
HINT
i The wind sound NR setting should normally be set to OFF when it is not
necessary. If it is used when recording a video clip or audio file in an
environment where there is no noise, the recording will sound unnatural.
i The still image NR function is effective when the shutter speed is
1/4 second or less.
i Compared to normal shooting, the image processing time after shooting is
slightly longer.
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ADJUST THE IMAGE QUALITY
The camera can adjust the image quality as the image is captured.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the image quality icon P,
and press the SET button.
h The Image Settings Screen
appears.
NORMAL:
Shoot with image quality at normal.
VIVID:
IMAGE SETTINGS
NORMAL
SOFT
VIVID
SOFT
VIVID
Color saturation is increased.
SOFT:
OK
The sharpness is subdued for a softer
image.
SOFT VIVID:
The sharpness is softened and color
saturation is increased.
3
Select the desired setting, and press the SET button.
h This completes the image quality setting.
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FLICKER-REDUCTION
The flicker-reduction setting reduces the flicker that results when filming video
clips under fluorescent lights and the like where the background lighting
pulsates at the frequency of the power supply. The flicker-reduction setting is
set to a frequency of 50 Hz.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the flicker-reduction icon
o, and press the SET button.
h The Flicker Reduction Screen
appears.
FLICKER REDUCT
FR
ON
ON:
OFF
Turns on the flicker-reduction setting.
OFF:
Turns off the flicker-reduction setting.
OK
3
Select the desired setting, and
press the SET button.
h This completes the flicker-reduction
setting.
HINT
i If the flicker-reduction setting is used outdoors on a very bright day, a
halation effect, which produces diffused rings of light around bright light
areas, may occur.
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DIGITAL ZOOM SETTING
This setting allows you to specify whether or not the digital zoom is enabled
during zoom shooting.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the digital zoom icon Q,
and press the SET button.
h The Digital Zoom Screen appears.
ON:
Digital zoom can be used.
OFF:
DIGITAL ZOOM
ON
OFF
Digital zoom cannot be used.
OK
3
Select the desired setting, and
press the SET button.
h This completes the digital zoom
setting.
HINT
If the digital zoom does not seem to be working…
i The digital zoom is disabled when the still image shooting mode is set to
E.
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ASSIGN FUNCTIONS TO THE
ARROW BUTTONS
Assign functions (operation shortcuts) to the [G] and [H] buttons when they
are pressed when the Shooting Screen is displayed.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the shortcuts icon m, and
press the SET button.
SHORTCUTS
h The Shortcuts Screen appears.
: Assign the function when the [G]
button is pressed.
OFF
OFF
: Assign the function when the [H]
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS
button is pressed.
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS:
The most commonly used
settings are automatically
assigned.
OK
3
Select the button to which you wish
to assign the function, and press
the SET button.
h The screen to assign a function to
the button appears.
SHORTCUTS
OFF
[OFF]:
No operation shortcut
is assigned to the
button.
OK
p AF LOCK: Lock the focus
<When
is selected>
(page 44).
+ FOCUS: Set the focus range
(page 78) (except for
-).
m FLASH:
) EXPOSURE: Adjust the exposure (page 58).
s ISO: Set the ISO sensitivity (page 82).
O SELF-TIMER: Set the self-timer (page 74).
Set the flash operation (page 72).
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ASSIGN FUNCTIONS TO THE ARROW BUTTONS
4
Press the [T] or [W] button.
h Display the function you wish to
assign to the button.
SHORTCUTS
FLASH
OK
5
Press the SET button.
SHORTCUTS
h The selected function is assigned to
the button, and you are returned to
the Shortcuts Screen.
h To assign functions to the other
button, repeat steps 3 through 5.
FLASH
EXPOSURE
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS
OK
<When “RECOMMENDED
SETTINGS” is selected>
6
Press the MENU button.
h The screen to confirm the shortcut
settings appears, and then you are
returned to the OPTION MENU.
h This completes the shortcuts
setting.
SHORTCUTS
<To confirm the assigned
shortcuts>
h On the screen in step 2, press the
MENU button, and the screen to
confirm the shortcut settings
appears.
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MONITOR BRIGHTNESS
Adjust the brightness of the camera’s monitor display. Use this adjustment
when the monitor image is difficult to view because of ambient lighting.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the brightness icon ,, and
press the SET button.
h The brightness control display
appears.
BRIGHTNESS
ADJUST
3
Press the [G] or [H] button to set the brightness, and press the SET
button.
h The monitor brightness is set.
HINT
i The display in step 2 can also be accessed from the Shooting Screen.
Press the MENU button for at least 1 second; the brightness control
display will appear, and you can then adjust the monitor brightness.
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SCREEN LANGUAGE
You can set the monitor of your camera to display the messages in any one of
several languages.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the language icon z, and
press the SET button.
LANGUAGE
h The Language Screen appears.
DEUTSCH:
ENGLISH:
ESPAÑOL:
FRANCAIS:
ITALIANO:
German
English
Spanish
French
Italian
OK
NEDERLANDS: Dutch
PORTUGUÊS: Portuguese
:
Russian
Turkish
TÜRKÇE:
:
:
Japanese
Korean
Chinese (traditional)
Chinese (simplified)
:
:
3
Select the desired language, and press the SET button.
h The selected display language is set.
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TV SYSTEM SETTING
Specify the type of image signal that is output from your camera’s AV
terminal.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the TV system icon j, and
press the SET button.
h The TV System Screen appears.
NTSC:
Outputs NTSC video signals.
PAL:
TV SYSTEM
NTSC
PAL
Outputs PAL video signals.
OK
3
Select the desired setting, and
press the SET button.
h The selected TV system is set.
HINT
If no image appears on the TV...
i If the TV system setting is not correct for the connected equipment, no
image will appear on the TV.
When set to “PAL” and connected to a TV using the included AV
interface cable (page 150)
Shooting: Images are displayed on the monitor only and do not appear on
the TV.
Playback: Images are displayed on the TV only and do not appear on the
monitor.
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POWER SAVE FUNCTION
Your camera has a “power save” function whereby the power automatically
turns off after a specified period of inactivity. The power save function works
to conserve the battery pack power when the camera is not being used, or to
prevent the battery pack from dying if the camera has accidentally been left
on. You can specify the elapsed time (standby time) before the power save
function is activated.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the power save icon ?, and
press the SET button.
h The Power Save Setting Screen
appears.
RECORDING:
Set the standby time for the shooting
modes.
PS POWER SAVE
RECORDING
PLAYBACK
1 min
5 min
PLAYBACK:
OK
Set the standby time for the playback
modes.
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4
Select the desired option, and press
the SET button.
h The Set Standby Time Screen
appears.
POWER SAVE
RECORDING
1 min
Press the [T] or [W] button to set the
standby time.
[T]:
OK
Increases the standby time.
[W]:
Decreases the standby time.
<Example: When
“RECORDING” is selected>
5
Press the SET button.
h The standby time is set, and you are returned to the Power Save
Setting Screen.
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FILE NO. MEMORY FUNCTION
If a newly formatted card is used, the file name (image number) of the
captured image automatically begins from 0001. If the card is subsequently
reformatted, or if a different reformatted card is used, the file names again
begin from 0001. This is because the file number memory function is set to
“OFF”, and consequently it results in more than one card containing images
with the same numbers. By setting the file number memory function to “ON”,
even if the card is reformatted or the card is replaced with another card, the
consecutive numbering of file names continues from the last number
recorded by the camera.
<File number memory function “OFF”>
File name (image number)
Card A
0001, 0002......0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B
0001, 0002......0012, 0013
<File number memory function “ON”>
File name (image number)
Card A
0001, 0002......0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B
0014, 0015....... 0025, 0026
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i If Card B already has image data in it when it replaces Card A, file names
are assigned as follows.
When the highest image number on Card B (before replacing) is
lower than the highest image number on Card A: the file name of the
next recorded image continues from last file name recorded on Card A.
Card A
0001, 0002 ..... 0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B
0001, 0002, 0014, 0015 ......0025, 0026
Previously recorded images
When the highest image number on Card B (before replacing) is
higher than the highest image number on Card A: the file name of the
next recorded image continues from last file name recorded on Card B.
Card A
0001, 0002 ..... 0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B
0020, 0021, 0022, 0023 ......0025, 0026
Previously recorded images
HINT
What about the internal memory?
i The file number memory function is always set to “OFF” for the internal
memory; it cannot be set to “ON”.
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FILE NO. MEMORY FUNCTION
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the file number memory icon
i.
FILE NO. CONT’D
ON
3
Press the SET button.
h The File Number Memory Screen
OFF
appears.
ON:
OK
The file number memory function is
on.
OFF:
The file number memory function is off.
4
Press the [T] or [W] button to make your selection, and press the
SET button.
h The selected file number memory function is set.
HINT
i Until the file number memory function is turned “OFF”, consecutive file
names are assigned. It is recommended that the file number memory
function be returned to “OFF” at the end of each photography session.
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INITIALIZING THE CARD MEMORY
AND INTERNAL MEMORY
A card must be formatted with this camera:
i After purchasing, when used for the first time, or
i If it was formatted using a personal computer or another digital camera.
The card cannot be formatted if the lock switch is set to the “LOCK” position.
Proceed with the format procedure after setting the lock switch to the
unlocked position.
1
To reformat a card, install it in the camera. To reformat the camera’s
internal memory, remove the card from the camera.
2
3
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the format icon 1, and
FORMAT
press the SET button.
<Card format>
FORMAT
h The screen to select the type of
format appears.
h Follow steps 4 to 6.
FULL FORMAT
FORMAT:
A normal formatting is executed.
FULL FORMAT:
OK
The entire card is scanned and
reformatted. It is not possible to
select this when there is no card
installed, or when the remaining
battery charge is low.
<Internal memory format>
h The screen to confirm formatting
appears.
h Follow steps 5 and 6.
4
Select the desired format option, and press the SET button.
h The screen to confirm formatting appears.
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INITIALIZING THE CARD MEMORY AND
INTERNAL MEMORY
5
6
Select “YES”.
Press the SET button.
h Formatting begins.
h During formatting, “Formatting” and “do not power off” are shown on
the monitor.
h The three BGM audio files that were stored in your camera’s internal
memory at the time of purchase can be recovered by formatting the
internal memory.
CAUTION
Caution during reformatting
i Please do not turn off the camera or insert/remove the card while the card
is being formatted.
Reformatting erases the data
i When the card or internal memory is initialized, all the recorded data is
erased. Protected data is also erased, so before reformatting or internal
memory, any data you want to keep should be copied to your personal
computer’s hard disk or other storage medium.
Caution regarding disposing/transferring the card (recovering data from
a reformatted card)
i If a card is reformatted or the data is erased from the card using the
camera or a computer, the card’s control data may be merely modified and
the data itself may not be completely erased from the card.
i In some cases it may be possible to recover the data from a reformatted
card using special software for that purpose. However, if the camera is
used to execute a full format, it will be impossible to recover the data even
by the use of data recovery software.
i If you are disposing of a card, it is recommended that you physically
destroy it. If you are transferring the card to someone else to use, it is
recommended that you use the camera’s full format function to reformat
the card, or use commercially available software for erasing card data.
Managing data is the responsibility of the user.
HINT
To cancel reformatting
i In step 5, select “NO”, and press the SET button.
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RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS
Reset the camera to the factory-preset settings.
1
2
Display the OPTION MENU (page 120).
Select the reset settings icon 2,
and press the SET button.
h The Reset Settings Screen
appears.
RESET SETTINGS
RESET:
RESET
EXIT
Reset to the factory-preset settings.
EXIT:
Do not change the settings, and return
to the OPTION MENU.
OK
3
Select “RESET”, and press the SET button.
h The camera settings are reset to the factory-preset settings.
HINT
i Note that the following settings do not change with this procedure:
Date and time setting
Language setting
TV system setting
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CHECKING THE REMAINING
INTERNAL AND CARD MEMORY
You can check how many images can be captured and how much audio and video
recording time is available in the internal memory and on the card. For a table showing
the maximum number of images and recording time for the internal memory and for
specific cards, please see “Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/Possible
Recording Time” on page 181
.
Checking the remaining number of images and
video recording time
1
Turn on the camera (page 28).
Remaining number of images
h
h
h
The remaining number of images
appears in the upper left of the monitor.
The remaining video recording time
appears in the upper right of the monitor.
The remaining number of images and
video recording time will differ depending
on the resolution and compression
settings.
Remaining video
recording time
12
00:00:58
h
h
When the remaining number of images
or the remaining video recording time is
“0”, you cannot capture any more
images. To capture more images, either
install a new card, or save the images to
a computer and then delete them (page 94) from the card.
When the remaining number of images or the remaining video recording time
is “0”, it may be possible to capture a few more images by setting a lower
resolution setting (page 67), or selecting a different image quality setting.
For audio data
1
Set the camera to the audio
recording mode (page 54).
Remaining recording time
h
The remaining audio recording time is
shown.
12
00:16:00
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CHECKING THE REMAINING
BATTERY PACK CHARGE
When using the battery pack, the remaining battery pack charge can be
checked on the monitor. Make sure to check this indicator before recording.
For an indication of the possible length of time for battery pack operation, see
page 180.
1
Display the RECORDING MENU or
PLAYBACK MENU (pages 61 and
85).
RECORDING MENU
h The battery pack remaining charge
indicator appears in the lower right
corner of the monitor.
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h Due to the battery pack
characteristics, when the ambient
temperature is low,
may
appear early for an incorrect
indication of the remaining charge.
Also, depending on the conditions
of use of the camera or the ambient
conditions (temperature, etc.), the
indicated remaining charge may
change. Therefore, this indication can
only be used as a general
Battery pack remaining
charge indicator
approximation of the remaining
charge.
Battery pack
remaining
Battery remaining charge
charge indicator
Approx. full.
Power is low.
It will soon be impossible to record or play
back.
If this icon flashes when the [
] button is pressed, recording is not
possible. Recharge the battery pack.
] button or
[
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CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK
CHARGE
HINT
i If any data is present, you can also check the remaining battery pack
charge on the Information Screen (page 119).
i Battery life may differ even among battery packs of the same type.
i Depending on the usage of the camera (such as the number of times the
flash is used, the type of card, etc.) or the ambient temperature
(temperatures below 10 °C [50°F]) the number of images that can be
saved on a fully charged battery pack will vary greatly.
i It is recommended that you prepare an extra battery pack(s) when taking
pictures at a wedding or while traveling, for example, so you don’t miss
capturing images of important moments due to the battery pack power
running out. The same is recommended for taking photos in cold
environments. (In a ski area, for example, the battery pack can be kept
warm in your pocket until ready to use.)
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OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING TO A TV
Use the supplied AV interface cable to connect the camera to a TV.
To the USB/AV terminal on the camera
Supplied dedicated AV interface cable
Yellow plug:
To the VIDEO input terminal
White plug:
To the AUDIO input (L) terminal
Switch input to
Red plug:
VIDEO
To the AUDIO input (R) terminal
Playback
i After connecting the camera to the television, set the TV input switch to
VIDEO input.
i When the dedicated AV interface cable is connected, no image appears on
the camera’s monitor.
i The playback method is the same as when viewing images on the
camera’s monitor.
i The same playback procedure as when playing back with the camera is
used to play back audio recordings as well.
Audio playback: see page 56
CAUTION
Insert and pull out the cable carefully
i When connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
oriented and that they match the shapes of the terminal sockets on the
devices. Push the plugs in straight when connecting them. If undue force is
used to connect a cable, it may permanently damage the connector pins in
the terminal socket.
i Do not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables.
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DIRECT PRINTING
Your camera supports the PictBridge function. By connecting the camera
directly to a PictBridge-enabled printer, the camera’s monitor can be used to
select images and initiate printing (PictBridge printing).
Print preparations
1
Turn the printer on, and use the supplied USB interface cable to
connect the camera to the printer.
h Connect the camera’s USB/AV terminal to the printer’s USB
connector.
2
Turn on the camera (page 28).
h The USB Connection Screen appears on the camera’s monitor.
To the USB/AV terminal on the camera
Supplied dedicated USB interface cable
USB CONNECTION
To USB connector
on the printer
COMPUTER
PRINTER
CANCEL
CANCEL OK
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Select “PRINTER”, and press the
SET button.
PictBridge MENU
h The camera changes to the
PictBridge mode, and the
PictBridge MENU appears.
PRINT 1 IMAGE
Print this image
CAUTION
Insert and pull out the cable carefully
i When connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
oriented and that they match the shapes of the terminal sockets on the
devices. Push the plugs in straight when connecting them. If undue force is
used to connect a cable, it may permanently damage the connector pins in
the terminal socket.
i Do not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables.
Caution when connecting a printer
i If the power to the printer is turned off while it is connected, the camera
may not operate correctly. If the camera does not operate correctly,
disconnect the USB interface cable, turn off the camera, and then
reconnect the cable.
i During PictBridge printing, the camera’s button operation response is
slower.
i If the camera is powered by the battery pack for printing, make sure that
the remaining battery charge is sufficient.
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DIRECT PRINTING
To select one image and print it (one image)
Procedure to select one image and print it.
1
2
Complete the print preparations (page 151).
Select the print 1 image icon Y,
and press the SET button.
PRINT 1 IMAGE 100-0009
:1copy
h The screen to select images for
printing appears.
PRINT
EXIT
3
4
Press the [G] or [H] button to
display the image you wish to print.
h Specify the image to print.
COPIES OK
Specify the number of prints.
1 Press the [T] button to select
“COPIES”, and press the SET
button.
Number of prints
PRINT 1 IMAGE 100-0009
2 Press the [T] or [W] button to
specify the number of prints.
3 Press the SET button.
h “PRINT” is selected.
:
1
copy
COPIES OK
5
Press the SET button.
h Printing begins.
HINT
To cancel printing
1 During printing, press the [W] button.
h The Confirm Cancel Printing Screen appears.
2 Select “CANCEL”, and press the SET button.
h If “EXIT” is selected and the SET button is pressed, printing resumes.
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To print all the images (all images)
Print all of the images.
1
2
Complete the print preparations (page 151).
Select the all images icon u, and
press the SET button.
h The Print All Images Screen
appears.
PRINT ALL IMAGES 100-0009
PRINT
EXIT
3
Select “PRINT”, and press the SET
button.
h Printing begins.
OK
CAUTION
Printing is not possible if there are more than 999 still images in the
card
i Delete unwanted images before printing.
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DIRECT PRINTING
Thumbnail prints (index)
Make an index print of all the images.
1
2
Complete the print preparations (page 151).
Select the index print icon [, and
INDEX
100-0009
press the SET button.
h The Index Print Screen appears.
PRINT
EXIT
3
Select “PRINT”, and press the SET
button.
h Printing begins.
OK
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To print images according to the printing
instructions (print requested images)
Procedure to print all the ordered images.
1
2
Complete the print preparations (page 98), and complete the print
preparations (page 151).
Select the DPOF icon w, and
DPOF
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100-0009
press the SET button.
h The Print Requested Images
Screen appears.
PRINT
EXIT
3
Select “PRINT”, and press the SET
button.
h Printing begins.
OK
h Printing begins about 1 minute after
the SET button is pressed.
HINT
i In step 2, if you press the [G] or [H] button, you can view each image and
confirm its printing instructions.
CAUTION
i Requested images printing w is not possible if a printer is used that does
not support your camera’s DPOF function.
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DIRECT PRINTING
To change the printer settings and print images
(change printer settings)
Images are printed according to settings specified by the camera, such
as paper type, size, layout, printing quality, etc.
1
2
Complete the print preparations (page 151).
Select the printer settings icon v,
PRINTER SETTINGS
and press the SET button.
h The Printer Settings Screen
appears.
MEDIA TYPE:
Specify the type of paper used for
printing.
MEDIA TYPE
PAPER SIZE
LAYOUT
QUALITY
DATE STAMP
PRINTER VALUES
PRINTER VALUES
PRINTER VALUES
PRINTER VALUES
PRINTER VALUES
PAPER SIZE:
OK
Specify the size of paper used for
printing.
LAYOUT:
Specify how the images are to be
arranged on the paper.
QUALITY:
Select the print quality for the images.
DATE STAMP:
Print the date the photo was taken.
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Adjust the printer settings.
1 Press the [T] or [W] button to
select a printer setting
parameter, and press the SET
button.
PRINTER SETTINGS
MEDIA TYPE
PRINTER VALUES
h The screen to set the selected
parameter appears.
2 Press the [T] or [W] button to
adjust the setting, and press the
SET button.
OK
<When “MEDIA TYPE” is
selected>
h The selected parameter is set,
and you are returned to the
Printer Settings Screen.
h Follow the same procedure to
adjust the other parameters, as
desired.
h The contents of the settings that
can be made for each parameter
will differ depending on the
printer.
<When “PRINTER VALUES” is
selected>
h The images will be printed according
to the settings specified on the printer
side.
4
Press the MENU button.
h You are returned to the PictBridge MENU.
HINT
i The printer setting parameters will differ depending on the printer that is
connected.
i To use printer functions which do not appear on your camera’s Printer
Settings Screen, select “PRINTER VALUES”.
i If a function set by the camera is not available in the printer, the camera’s
printer settings will automatically change to “PRINTER VALUES”.
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APPENDICES
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If you have a question about the camera operation, you might find the answer
in this compilation of commonly asked questions.
Question
Answer
Action
Why doesn’t the
power turn on?
Due to cold
temperatures, the your pocket to warm
battery pack
temporarily lost its
power.
Place the camera in
it up before using it.
Why is the battery The ambient
Keep the battery
pack in an
environment of 10 to
40 °C (50 to 104°F).
pack consumed
so quickly even
after it was fully
recharged?
temperature is
very low.
Power
Why doesn’t
recharging end?
The battery pack
life has expired.
Replace with a new
battery pack. If this
is not effective,
consult your dealer.
Why does the
The remaining
battery pack
power is low.
Replace the battery
pack with a fully
charged one.
icon
appear?
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Question
Answer
Action
Why does the
multi-indicator
flash red?
Recorded data is
being saved on
the card.
Not a malfunction.
Wait until the multi-
indicator turns off.
Why doesn’t the
flash operate?
The camera has
determined that
the image is bright the camera will
Not a malfunction.
Capture the image;
enough and the
flash is not
determine when the
flash is necessary.
necessary.
Are the settings
retained even
after the camera
is turned off?
—
All settings except
the self-timer and
the exposure
correction are
retained even after
the camera is turned
off.
Which resolution
setting should I
use?
—
Select the resolution
setting according to
the intended use:
x or higher:
Shooting
Appropriate for
printing letter-size or
larger, and for
printing a close-up
of part of a photo
(trimming).
G, Q: For
printing standard
photo (photo
service) sizes.
[: For photos
displayed on a web
page, or sent as
e-mail attachments.
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COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Question
What is the
difference
Answer
—
Action
Because shooting
with the optical
between the
digital zoom and
the optical zoom?
zoom uses the
optics of a physical
lens, you can shoot
without losing
minute details in the
image. The digital
zoom, on the other
hand, works by
magnifying a portion
of the image that
hits the CCD sensor
and may produce a
coarser image.
Shooting
How can I get the
distant view into
focus?
—
Set the scene select
function to the
landscape +
mode when
photographing.
Or, set the focus
range setting to
manual focus -,
and set the distance
to ∞.
The video clip I
shot outdoors is
completely white.
—
Set the flicker-
reduction setting to
off.
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Answer
Action
When used in
cold weather, why to the nature of
does the image
seem to leave
traces as it
Phenomenon due Not a malfunction.
Spots that appear in
the monitor only
appear in the
the monitor.
monitor and will not
be recorded with the
images.
moves?
Monitor
Why does the
displayed image
contain some red,
blue and green
dots, or why are
black spots
visible?
Why is the image The subject was
too bright? too bright.
When capturing an
image, devise a way
to compensate for a
bright subject, for
example, by
changing the
shooting angle.
Why is the image The focus is not
Hold the camera
correctly and slowly
out of focus?
locked properly.
press the [
button halfway to
lock the focus. Then
]
Viewing
images
press the [
]
button all the way to
capture the image.
Why is there no
image (z is
shown)?
This may happen Play back images
when trying to that were recorded
play back images on a card using this
stored on a card
from a different
digital camera.
camera.
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Question
Answer
Action
Why do vertical
stripes appear?
If a bright subject
is shot in the
video clip
Not a malfunction.
recording mode,
vertical stripes
may appear on
the monitor or in
the image.
Why isn’t the
magnified image
clear?
Due to the
characteristics of
the camera,
magnified images
appear less clear.
Not a malfunction.
Not a malfunction.
Viewing
images
Why isn’t the
captured image
clear?
The image was
captured using
the digital zoom.
Can I play back
image and sound
data that I edited
using my
—
We cannot
guarantee the
accurate playback of
data that has been
edited using a
computer.
computer?
Why is there a
motor-like sound
during video clip
playback?
The sound of the
camera’s
mechanical action
Not a malfunction.
was recorded.
Why is there no
sound?
The volume on
the TV is set to
the minimum.
Adjust the volume
on the TV.
Connecting
to a TV
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Why does a
message appear
during PictBridge printer.
printing?
Answer
There is a
problem with the
Action
Please refer to the
instruction manual
for your printer.
Printing
The “Cannot edit
video” message
appears.
You have
Select video clips
that were recorded
in the same mode.
attempted to join
video clips that
were recorded in
different modes.
Why is a noise
heard from a
nearby TV or
radio during
battery
Electromagnetic
waves are emitted charger further away
from the battery
charger.
Move the battery
from the TV or radio
when recharging the
battery pack.
recharging?
Why does the
“Card full” or
“Internal memory
full” message
appear?
There is no more
available memory data, or use a card
on the card or in
the camera’s
Erase unnecessary
that has more
memory available.
internal memory.
Misc.
Why does the
“Card is
protected”
The lock switch on Move the lock switch
the card is in the
to the unlocked
position.
locked (protect)
message appear? position.
Why can’t the
camera be
operated?
A temporary
Remove the battery
pack from the
camera, wait a few
minutes, then
internal circuitry
problem may be
the cause.
reinstall the battery
pack and try again.
A problem such
as inability to
record or play
back occurs.
The card contains After saving your
files that were
saved using a
files to a different
medium, format the
device other than card.
this camera.
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Question
Answer
Action
Can I use my
camera abroad?
—
When the camera is
connected to a TV,
you can switch the
camera’s video
output to NTSC or
PAL. If you have
questions about
using the battery
charger and power
cord abroad, please
consult with a dealer
near you for advice.
Why does the
“System error”
message appear? the camera or
card.
A problem has
occurred within
Check the following
items:
1 Remove the
card and then
install it again.
2 Remove the
battery pack and
then install it
Misc.
again.
3 Install a different
card.
If “System error” still
appears after
performing the
above steps, then
take the camera to
the dealer for
service.
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Before taking your camera to the repair shop, check the following table for a
possible solution to the problem.
Camera
Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
No power.
The battery
pack is dead.
Recharge the
battery pack, or
replace with a
new battery
pack.
21, 23
The battery
pack has not
been inserted
correctly.
Reinsert the
battery pack,
making sure to
orient it
Power
correctly.
The camera
turns off by
itself.
The power
save function
is operating.
Turn on the
camera again.
28
28
An image is
not captured
when the
The power is
not turned on.
Turn on the
camera.
Shooting
[
[
] button or
] button is
pressed.
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
An image is
not captured
when the
The maximum Install a new
26
number of
card.
images that
Delete the
[
[
] button or can be
] button is captured or the
images that are
not necessary.
pressed.
maximum
video clip
recording time
has been
94
reached.
The flash does The flash off
Set the flash to
automatic flash
mode or forced
flash mode.
not operate.
mode is
selected.
72
The battery
pack is dead.
Recharge the
battery pack, or
replace with a
new battery
pack.
21, 23
Shooting
The digital
The still image Set the still
zoom does not mode is set to image mode to
68
work.
E.
y or lower.
The digital
zoom setting is zoom setting to
Set the digital
133
set to “OFF”.
A warning tone The battery
(beep-beep- pack is
beep) sounds, consumed.
and it is not
“ON”.
Recharge the
battery pack, or
replace with a
new battery
pack.
21, 23
possible to
take a picture
using the self-
timer.
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page
Problem
Cause
Action
Not a
When zooming The optical
in or out, the
zoom
movement
stops
momentarily.
zoom has
moved to the
maximum
magnification
position.
malfunction.
Release the [T]
button, and
57
82
press it again.
There is noise The ISO
in the captured sensitivity
image.
Set the ISO
sensitivity to a
lower setting.
setting is too
high.
When
This occurs
when the
shutter speed
is too fast.
Set the ISO
sensitivity to
v or less.
recording a
video clip
under
fluorescent
82
lights, a
noticeable
flicker appears
in the image.
Shooting
During video
clip recording, still image
recording
momentarily
stops.
You captured a Not a
malfunction.
When a still
image is
during video
clip recording.
captured
during video
clip recording,
recording
briefly stops
while the image
is being saved.
Video clip
52
recording
resumes after
the still image
is saved.
No playback
image
appears.
The camera is Press the REC/
not in the
playback
mode.
PLAY button to
switch to the
playback
42, 47,
56
Monitor
mode.
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
Hold the
The image is
too dark.
The flash was
blocked by a
camera
finger or other correctly, and
36
object.
make sure the
flash is not
obstructed.
The subject
was too far
away.
Capture the
image in the
range of
operation of the
flash.
178
The subject
was lit from
behind.
Set the flash to
the forced flash
mode, and take
the picture.
72
58
Viewing
images
Use the
exposure
correction
function.
Use the spot
light-measuring
mode.
81
82
There is not
enough light.
Adjust the ISO
sensitivity
setting.
The video clip
picture is
flickering.
The video clip
was filmed
under
Set the flicker-
reduction
setting to on.
132
fluorescent
lighting.
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page
Problem
Cause
Action
Select a
different flash
mode.
The image is
too bright.
The forced
flash mode is
selected.
72
58
The subject
was too bright. exposure
correction
Use the
function.
The ISO
sensitivity
setting is
incorrect.
Set the ISO
sensitivity to
t.
82
Red-eye
The red-eye
Not a
malfunction.
correction was effect area
not successful. could not be
recognized.
106
Viewing
images
The video clip
A still image
Not a
playback stops was captured
malfunction.
When the still
image was
momentarily.
during video
clip recording.
captured
during video
clip recording,
recording
briefly stopped
while the image
was being
52
saved. Video
clip recording
resumed after
the still image
was saved.
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
The subject is
Action
The image is
not in focus.
Capture the
too close to the image with the
camera.
subject within
the
photographable
range.
Select the
correct focus
setting for your
needs.
The focus
setting is not
correct.
78
The camera
moved when
Hold the
camera
the [
]
correctly and
slowly press the
button was
pressed
(camera
shake).
[
] button
halfway to lock
the focus. Then
36, 45
press the [
]
The focus is
not locked
properly.
Viewing
images
button all the
way to capture
the image.
The lens is
dirty.
Clean the lens.
—
The colors of
the images
captured
This is due to
ambient
lighting.
Capture the
image using the
forced flash
mode.
72
indoors are not
correct.
The white
Set the white
balance setting balance setting
is incorrect. correctly.
84
36
A part of the
image is
missing.
The handstrap Hold the
or a finger was camera
blocking the
lens.
correctly, and
make sure the
lens is not
obstructed.
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
“No image” is
shown.
There is no
recorded data
for the
Play back after
capturing
images or
—
selected
playback
mode.
making audio
recordings.
Viewing
images
During audio
The playback
Select the
playback,there volume setting playback
is no sound.
on the camera volume icon
91
is too low.
Z and adjust
the volume.
There is no
color in the
image.
The TV system Select the
setting is not
correct.
correct TV
system setting.
138
The image is
distorted.
No image or
sound.
The camera is Follow the
not correctly
connected to
the TV.
instructions to
make the
connection
correctly.
150
Connecting
to a TV
The TV input is Set the input
not set
correctly.
on the TV to
“VIDEO”.
There is no
sound.
The volume
setting on the
TV is too low.
Adjust the TV
volume.
91
—
92
The edge of
the image is
cut off.
This is a
characteristic
of the TV.
Not a
malfunction.
You cannot
edit or rotate
an image.
The protect
mode is set.
Cancel the
protect mode.
Image
editing
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
The “Image is
protected”
message
You have
attempted to
delete data that data to
is protected “UNLOCK”.
Set the protect
setting for the
92
appears and
the data cannot from accidental
be deleted.
erasure.
The audio
The audio
Set the audio
guide does not guide setting is guide setting to
124
sound.
set to “OFF”.
“ON”.
The recording
The recording
Depending on
capacity is less capacity is less the card, the
than that
indicated in the specified for
section
“Possible No.
of Images/
Possible
than the value
capacity may
be less than the
specified value.
Please refer to
the instructions
that
the card.
181
Shooting Time/
Possible
Recording
accompanied
the card.
Misc.
Time”.
The battery
pack appears
to be swollen.
Normal change Not a safety
occurring with
battery use.
Even with
hazard. If the
battery quickly
becomes
normal correct depleted, for
use of the
lithium-ion
example, it has
reached the
battery, it has a end of its
tendency to
swell as the
number of
service life.
Replace it with
a new battery
pack.
25
charge and
discharge
cycles adds up
and it gradually
approaches
the end of its
service life.
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Notes regarding the Scene Select feature and filters
Scene Select
Setting
Remarks
Sports
a
Portrait
>
Landscape
Focus range: + cannot be selected.
+
Night view portrait
/
Snow & beach
k
Fireworks
+
Focus range: Fixed at *.
Flash: Fixed at l.
Resolution: Fixed at [.
Flash: Fixed at l.
Lamp*
Q
Focus range: + cannot be selected.
ISO sensitivity: Fixed at t.
Still image NR: Fixed at “OFF”.
* When recording a video clip in dark surroundings, the shutter speed
automatically decreases to the following values in order to produce a
sufficiently bright image.
Video clip mode setting (page 67) Shutter speed
15 fps
30 fps
1/15 sec
1/30 sec
Note that when playing back video clips recorded at these settings, the
movement will be somewhat jerky.
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Filter
Setting
Remarks
Cosmetic
Focus range: + cannot be selected.
%
Monochrome
W
Resolution: k cannot be selected.
Focus range: + cannot be selected.
Sepia
,
About the scene select function and focus range
settings
i The scene select function changes to = when the focus range is set to
+.
i Even if you set the focus range to *, + or -, it changes to -
when the scene select function is set to anything other than =.
i When the scene select is set to +, the focus range setting changes to
*.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Camera
Type
Digital movie (recording and playback)
Recorded image
file format
Still images:
JPEG format (DCF, DPOF, Exif 2.2 compliant)
Note: Designed mainly by the Japan Electronics
and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA), DCF (Design rules for
Camera File system) is standard for digital
still camera image files to provide
interoperability between digital photography
devices for the images stored on removable
memory cards. However, it is not guaranteed
that all devices will support the DCF
standard.
Video clips:
Conforms to ISO-standard MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio:
MPEG-4 audio (AAC compression)
48 kHz sampling rate, 16-bit stereo format
Data storage
media
Internal memory: Approx. 18 MB
SD Memory Card (equivalent to a maximum 8 GB
SDHC Memory Card)
Camera effective Approx. 6 million pixels
number of pixels
Image sensor
1/2.5-inch (1 cm) CCD
Virtual number of pixels: Approx. 6.37 million pixels,
interlace scan, primary color filter
Still image
shooting mode
(recording
resolution)
k: 3680 × 2760 pixels
y: 2816 × 2112 pixels (low compression)
x: 2816 × 2112 pixels (standard compression)
8: 2816 × 1584 pixels
Q: 1536 × 2048 pixels (vertical position)
G: 1600 × 1200 pixels
[: 640 × 480 pixels
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SPECIFICATIONS
Video clip
recording mode
(recording
resolution, frame d: 320 × 240 pixels, 15 fps
rate, bit rate)
b: 640 × 480 pixels, 30 fps 3 Mbps
a: 640 × 480 pixels, 30 fps 1.5 Mbps
l: 320 × 240 pixels, 30 fps
* The 30 fps frame rate of this camera is 29.97 fps,
and the 15 fps frame rate is 14.985 fps.
White balance
Lens
Full-auto TTL, manual setting possible
Optical 5.0×
f = 6.3 mm to 31.7 mm
(35 mm film camera conversion
38 mm to 190 mm)
zoom lens
Autofocus, 9 groups, 12 elements
(including three with five aspheric
surfaces)
Galvanometer iris
Internal ND filter
Aperture
Open F = 3.5 (Wide) to 4.7 (Tele)
Exposure control Programmable AE
type
Exposure correction available (0 1.8 EV in 0.3 EV
steps)
Light-measuring
mode
Multi-section measuring, center-weighted measuring,
spot measuring
Range
Total mode:
10 cm (3.94 in.) to infinity (Wide end)
80 cm (31.50 in.) to infinity (Tele end)
Normal mode:
80 cm (31.50 in.) to infinity
Super macro mode:
1 cm (0.39 in.) to 80 cm (31.50 in.) (Wide end only)
Digital zoom
For shooting:
1× to approx. 12×
For playback:
1× to approx. 58× (varies with resolution)
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Shutter speed
Sensitivity
Still image shooting mode: 1/2 to 1/2,000 sec.
(Approx. 4 sec. max. when scene select function is
set to lamp Q)
(During flash: 1/30 to 1/2,000 sec.)
Video clip recording mode: 1/30 to 1/10,000 sec.
Still image shooting mode (Standard output
sensitivity*):
Auto (ISO 50 to 400)/ISO 50, ISO 100, ISO 200,
ISO 400, ISO 800 and ISO 1600 (switchable from
the RECORDING MENU)
(Maximum ISO sensitivity increases up to 7200:
when scene select function is set to lamp Q)
* Sensitivity measured in compliance with the ISO
standard (ISO 12232:2006).
Video clip recording mode:
Auto (equivalent to ISO 450 to 3600)/equivalent to
ISO 450, ISO 900, ISO 1800 and ISO 3600
(switchable from the RECORDING MENU)
(Maximum ISO sensitivity up to 7200 variation:
when scene select function is set to lamp Q)
Minimum subject Approx. 7 lux (when scene select is set to full auto
illumination
mode = and shutter speed is 1/30 sec)
Approx. 2 lux (when scene select is set to lamp mode
Q and shutter speed is 1/15 sec)
Image stabilizer
Monitor
Electronic (video clip recording mode)
2.5-inch (6.4 cm) low-temperature poly-silicon TFT
color liquid crystal display, transparent
Approx. 150,000 pixels (Frame coverage: Approx.
100%)
Flash working
range
GN = 3
Approx. 10 cm (3.94 in.) to 1.7 m (5.58 ft.) (Wide)
Approx. 80 cm (31.50 in.) to 1.3 m (4.27 ft.) (Tele)
Flash modes
Focus
Auto-flash, forced flash, flash off
TTL-type AF (9-point range finder/spot metering AF:
Still image shooting mode; Continuous AF/area: Video
clip recording mode), manual focus
Self-timer
Approx. 2-second delay, 10-second delay
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SPECIFICATIONS
Ambient
environment
Temperature
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104°F) (operation),
–20 to 60 °C (–4 to 140°F) (storage)
Humidity
30 to 90% (operating, no
condensation)
10 to 90% (storage, no condensation)
Water-resistant
Power supply
Compliant with JIS protection grade 8 standards
(according to tests conducted in-house by Sanyo)
Battery
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery
(DB-L20: supplied) ×1
AC adaptor
(sold
separately)
VAR-G8
For use with DC adaptor VAR-A2
(sold separately)
Power
consumption
3.2 W (When using the Li-ion battery during recording)
Dimensions
(excluding
protrusions)
70.4 (W) × 111.4 (H) × 40.5 (D) mm
2.77 (W) × 4.39 (H) × 1.59 (D) in. (Maximum
dimensions)
Volume: Approx. 192 cc
Weight
Approx. 217 g (7.65 oz.) (Only the camera [without
battery pack and card])
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Camera connectors
USB/AV
(communications/ output
Audio
310 mVrms (–8 dBs), 47 kΩ, stereo
audio-video
output) terminal
output
Video
1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω unbalanced, sync negative,
composite video
NTSC color TV system/PAL TV system
(switchable from the OPTION MENU)
USB
USB 2.0 High-speed
Battery life
Shooting
Still image
shooting mode
160 images:
CIPA standard (when a Hagiwara Sys-
Com 512 MB SD Memory Card is used)
Video clip
recording mode
80 minutes:
Recorded in TV-SHQ mode
(640 × 480 pixels, 30 fps)
Playback
190 minutes:
Monitor on, continuous playback
i Until battery pack runs out when using a fully charged battery pack at a
25 °C (77°F) ambient temperature.
i The operation time may vary depending on the conditions of the battery
pack and the conditions of use. Especially when used at temperatures
below 10 °C (50°F), the battery pack operation time is drastically reduced.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/
Possible Recording Time
The table shows the possible number of captured images and the
possible recording time for the internal memory and for a commercially
available SD Memory Card (1 GB, 4 GB).
Shooting/
recording
mode
SD Memory Card
Resolution
setting
Internal
memory
1 GB
4 GB
k
y
x
8
Q
G
[
b
a
l
d
5 images
297 images
338 images
507 images
673 images
953 images
1,510 images
1,190 images
1,340 images
2,030 images
2,690 images
3,760 images
5,900 images
5 images
8 images
Still image
mode
11 images
16 images
26 images
135 images
7,740 images 31,000 images
37 sec. 41 min. 18 sec.
2 hr. 45 min.
5 hr. 13 min.
10 hr. 35 min.
15 hr. 18 min.
1 min. 15 sec.
2 min. 39 sec.
3 min. 52 sec.
1 hr. 18 min.
2 hr. 38 min.
3 hr. 49 min.
Video clip
mode
Sound
recording
mode
<
16 min. 42 sec.
16 hr. 11 min.
64 hr. 53 min.
i The maximum continuous shooting time at the l setting is 5 hours
30 minutes. The maximum continuous shooting time at the d setting is
7 hours.
i Up to 12 hours of continuous audio recording is possible.
i When recording a video clip using an 8 GB card, recording terminates
when the data size of the file currently being recorded reaches approx.
4 GB.
i The figures indicate the capacity when an SD Memory Card by Sandisk is
used.
i Even with cards of the same capacity, the amount of data that can actually
be stored may differ depending on the card brand, etc.
i The continuous shooting time for each video clip will differ depending, for
example, on the card capacity, environmental conditions (temperature and
shooting conditions, etc.).
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Concerning the multi-indicator
The camera’s multi-indicator will light or flash depending on the
different camera operations.
Multi-indicator
Multi-indicator
status
Color
Green
Camera status
Connected to
computer or printer
(USB)
Lit
Power save mode
activated
Flashing
During self-timer
operation
Slow
Flashing
Red
Accessing internal
memory/card data
Fast
Connected to TV/
VIDEO (AV)
Orange
Lit
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SPECIFICATIONS
Supplied battery pack charger
Part No.
VAR-L20NI
AC 100 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz, 10 VA,
MAX: 0.1 A
Power source
Rated output
DC 4.2 V, 650 mA
Compatible batteries
Supplied or separately sold Lithium-ion
battery pack (DB-L20)
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104°F) (recharge),
–20 to 60 °C (–4 to 140°F) (storage)
Temperature
Humidity
Ambient
environment
10 to 90% (no condensation)
46 (W) × 21.2 (H) × 92 (D) mm
1.81 (W) × 0.83 (H) × 3.62 (D) in.
Dimensions
Weight (without power cord)
Power cord rated value
Approx. 55 g (1.9 oz.)
AC 250 V, 2.5 A
i The VPC-CA65GX model is supplied with a power cord that is appropriate
for the region of destination.
i When using the supplied battery pack charger abroad, the power cord may
need to be replaced in accordance with local requirements. Please contact
your local dealer for details.
Supplied Li-ion battery pack
Part No.
DB-L20
3.7 V
Voltage
Rated output
720 mAh
Ambient
environment Temperature
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104°F) (during use,
recharging)
–10 to 30 °C (14 to 86°F) (storage)
Humidity
10 to 90% (no condensation)
Dimensions
39.4 (W) × 6.0 (H) × 35.5 (D) mm
1.55 (W) × 0.24 (H) × 1.40 (D) in.
Weight
Approx. 19 g (0.7 oz.)
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permission.
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actual specifications are subject to change without prior notice and
therefore may differ from the contents of this manual.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take a
test shot to comfirm that your camera is set up and ready to go
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting
from the use of this camera.
i Sanyo Electric declines all responsibility for damages due to improper use
of the camera, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or
repairs or changes done by those other than a technician authorized by the
manufacturer.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by
optional devices or consumable items used with the camera other than
those supplied with the camera or those specified by Sanyo Electric.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses or loss of
revenue resulting from the loss of data caused by the malfunction, or the
repairing of a malfunction, of the camera.
i The images captured with this camera will differ in quality from pictures
taken with a standard film camera.
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HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES
Taking great pictures in difficult surroundings is easier than you might think.
By keeping a few points in mind and choosing the correct settings, you can
create photos that you’ll be proud to display and share.
If images are blurred even when the autofocus is
used
Your camera employs an autofocus function. When you snap a picture using
the autofocus, the camera automatically adjusts the settings so that the
image will be in focus. If you are getting blurred images even when using the
autofocus, one or more of the following might be the reason.
k How the autofocus works
The autofocus is activated when the [
Press the [ ] button slightly, and the target mark will appear on the monitor
to indicate that the autofocus has been activated. Next, continue to gently
press the [ ] button all the way to snap the picture. This two-step method is
] button is gently pressed halfway.
the way to ensure that your photos are perfectly focused.
k Reasons for unfocused images
1 The [
] button was pressed all the way in one step.
2 After the image was focused, the subject moved.
h Even if camera focuses the subject once, if the distance between the
camera and the subject is changed, the subject may become out of
focus.
3 The focus setting is not set for the correct distance.
h If you shoot a close-up subject with the camera set to the normal focus
mode, or if you shoot a subject at normal distance with the camera set
to the super macro (close-up) mode, the image will not be in focus.
k Preventing blurred images
1 Confirm that the camera is set to the correct focus mode for your subject.
2 Hold the camera correctly, and press the [
3 Wait for the target mark to appear in the monitor, and holding the camera
steady, gently continue to press the [ ] button all the way down.
] button halfway.
Following these steps for a gentle but firm pressing of the [
ensure that you get beautifully focused photos.
] button will
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Photographing a moving subject
Situation: You would like to snap an action shot of a moving child or pet. The
autofocus is activated, but because the subject is moving, the image may be
blurred. In particular, when the distance between the camera and the subject
is changing, it is difficult to lock the focus on the subject. Here are some hints
for successfully capturing images of moving subjects.
k Reasons for unfocused images
When the [
] button is gently pressed halfway, the camera’s autofocus
works by determining the distance between the camera and the subject.
Once the subject is in focus, if it then moves before the picture is snapped,
the image may be out of focus. This often happens when you once lock the
focus on a subject and then wait for the right moment to snap the picture.
And, conversely, a blurred image may result if you press the [
] button all
the way in one step in an attempt to quickly capture an action scene, thus
failing to activate the autofocus in time.
k Preventing blurred images (How to use the manual focus [page 79])
In addition to the autofocus, a manual focus mode is also incorporated in your
camera. In the autofocus mode, the distance between the camera and the
subject is automatically determined when you press the [
] button halfway.
In contrast to this, with the manual focus mode, you manually set the focus by
specifying the correct distance between the camera and the subject before
taking the picture.
k How to photograph a moving subject
1 Set the camera’s focus mode to the manual focus. Set the focus distance
to the correct distance between the camera and the subject.
2 When the subject is at the set focus distance, gently press the [
button all the way down.
]
<Advantage of using the manual focus>
i Images can be quickly captured without waiting for the autofocus to
activate.
i Because you are presetting the focus distance, the focus can be more
accurate.
<Using the manual focus effectively>
i When photographing a moving subject, press the [
] button just before
the subject reaches the focus distance, and the shutter will be released
when the subject is at the correct distance.
i Use manual focus to avoid incorrectly focused images when there is an
object between the camera and the subject you wish to focus on.
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Shooting portraits (portrait mode >)
Points:
i Choose a background that doesn’t detract from your subject.
i Move in close to your subject.
i Pay attention to lighting and how it affects your subject.
NOTE
i If the background is distracting, it will not show your subject to his best
advantage. Move in closer to your subject or zoom in so that the
background does not compete with the subject.
i In portrait photography your subject is clearly the central figure, so try
techniques that allow the subject to stand out.
i If light is coming from behind your subject (backlit), his face will appear
dark. You can get a better picture by using the flash, for example, or
changing the exposure setting.
Photographing moving subjects (sports mode a)
Points:
i Match the camera’s movement with that of the subject.
i Set the zoom to the Wide end (wide-angle).
i Don’t be too hesitant to press the [
] button, or you’ll miss the action.
NOTE
i Tips to not missing those great action shots: Make sure you’re holding the
camera correctly. Keep the subject in the lens at all times, moving the
camera with him while waiting for the right shot. Move your whole body–not
just your arms–with the camera while shooting.
i Blurred images are more likely when the zoom is set to the Tele end than
the Wide end. Set the zoom as close as possible to the Wide end.
i Learn to press the [
] button quickly yet smoothly the instant your photo
chance occurs.
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Night photography (night view portrait mode /)
Points:
i Avoid camera shake.
i Increase the ISO sensitivity.
NOTE
i Camera shutter speed during night photography is considerable slower, so
there is a much greater chance that your photographed images will be
blurry. Stabilize the camera when shooting.
i You can photograph your subject with the night scene in the background by
using the flash. Be careful not to shoot too close to the subject, however, or
your subject’s face will appear too bright.
i After the flash operates, keep the camera and the subjects motionless for
about 2 seconds.
Photographing scenery (landscape mode +)
Points:
i Shoot using a high resolution.
i For zoom photography, use the optical zoom.
i Pay attention to picture composition.
NOTE
i When shooting with a wide-angle setting, or if you intend to enlarge the
photo, the higher the resolution, the better.
i To zoom in on distant scenery, it’s better to use the optical zoom. Using the
digital zoom produces a coarser image. Hold the camera securely, keeping
your elbows close to your body and making sure the camera is stable.
Taking care to stabilize the camera will increase the likelihood of getting a
clear photo.
i Don’t forget to pay attention to picture composition; note perspective and
be aware of how the placement of objects affects the scene.
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