E Digital Camera User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM Website at http://www.exilim.
Unpacking As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer. Digital camera Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-110) Charger unit (BC-110L) To attach the strap to the camera Attach strap here. * The shape of the power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.
Read this first! • The contents of this manual, the bundled Quick Start Guide, and the bundled High Speed Continuous Shutter/High Speed Movie Shooting Guide are subject to change without notice. • The contents of this manual have been checked at each step of the production process. Feel free to contact us if you notice anything that is questionable, erroneous, etc. • Any copying of the contents of this User’s Guide, either in part or its entirety, is forbidden.
Contents Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Read this first! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monitor Screen Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 2 ... 3 ... 9 . .
❚❙ Recording Movies 54 To record a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 ❚ Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Recording a High-definition Movie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recording a High Speed Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Prerecord Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
❚ Configuring Power On Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Memory) . . . 93 Image Quality Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Quality) . . 94 ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ Specifying Snapshot Image Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . (T Quality (Snapshot)) . . . Movie Image Quality Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(» Quality (Movie)) . . . Specifying the Metering Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Metering) . . .
❚❙ Dynamic Photo 121 Inserting a Built-in Subject into a Snapshot or Movie . . . (Dynamic Photo) . 121 ❚ To view a Dynamic Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Dynamic Photo File) . . 123 Converting a Dynamic Photo Still Image to a Movie . . . (Movie Converter) . 123 ❚❙ Printing 124 Printing Snapshots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting the HDMI Terminal Output Method . . . . . . . . . . .(HDMI Output) Configuring a Startup Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Startup) Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Format) Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Reset) ❚❙ Configuring Monitor Screen Settings . . . . 159 159 160 160 161 Turning Display Information On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Info) .
General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained. .
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Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes. They do not represent screens that actually appear on the camera. .
. Movie Recording 12 3 4 5 6 1Recording mode (page 54) 2Audio recording disabled (page 57) 3Remaining movie memory capacity (page 54) 4Movie recording time (page 54) 5Movie recording in progress (page 54) 6 Movie quality (FHD/STD movie) (pages 54, 57)/ Recording speed (high speed movie) (page 57) 7Battery level indicator (page 18) 7 .
. Movie Playback 12 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 1No audio data available 2File type 3Protect indicator (page 116) 4Folder name/file name (page 148) 5Movie recording time (page 97) 6Movie quality/speed (pages 54, 57, 57) 7YouTube (page 61) 8Date/time (page 155) 9Battery level indicator (page 18) .
Quick Start Basics What is a digital camera? A digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and delete them a countless number of times. Record Play Delete You can use the images you record in a variety of different ways. Store images on your computer. Print images. 14 Attach images to e-mail.
What you can do with your CASIO camera Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, including the following four main functions. HDR Art An HDR Art feature combines different parts of a burst of images shot with different exposures into a final image and performs high-precision image analysis to produce final images that are true works of art. *See page 71 for more information.
First, charge the battery prior to use. Note that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps under “To charge the battery” to bring the battery to a full charge. • Your camera requires a special CASIO rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-110) for power. Never try to use any other type of battery. To charge the battery 1. Aligning the positive + and negative - terminals of the battery with those of the charger unit, load the battery into the charger unit. 2.
Other Charging Precautions • Use the special charger (BC-110L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP110). Never use any other type of charger device. Attempting to use a different charger can result in unexpected accident. • A battery that is still warm due to normal use may not charge fully. Give the battery time to cool before charging it. • A battery discharges slightly even when it is not loaded in the camera.
3. Close the battery cover. Close the battery cover and then shift the slider towards LOCK. • For information about how to replace the battery, see page 170. Checking Remaining Battery Power As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below. Remaining Power High Battery Indicator Indicator Color Cyan Low * * * Amber * * Red * Red indicates battery power is low. Charge the battery as soon as possible.
Configuring Basic Settings the First Time You Turn On the Camera The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings. Failure to set the date and time correctly will cause the wrong date and time data to be recorded with images. IMPORTANT! • A screen for language selection will not appear in step 2 of the procedure below if you purchased a camera intended for the Japanese market.
NOTE • Each country controls its local time offset and the use of summer time, and so they are subject to change. • Removing the battery from the camera too soon after configuring time and date settings for the first time can cause the settings to be reset to their factory defaults. Do not remove the battery for at least 24 hours after configuring settings.
To load a memory card 1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn off the camera and then open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover slider towards OPEN and then open it as indicated by the arrows in the illustration. 2. Load a memory card. Positioning the memory card so its front is facing upwards (towards the monitor screen side of the camera), slide it into the card slot all the way in until you hear it click securely into place. Front Front 3. Back Close the battery cover.
To format (initialize) a new memory card You need to format a new memory card before using it for the first time. 1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Format” and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Format” and then press [SET]. IMPORTANT! • Formatting a memory card that already has snapshots or other files on it, will delete its contents. Normally you do not need to format a memory card again.
Turning the Camera On and Off To turn power on To turn on power and enter the REC mode Press [ON/OFF] (Power) or [r] (REC). • The back lamp will light green momentarily and the lens will extend out of the camera (page 25). To turn on power and enter the PLAY mode Press [p] (PLAY). • The back lamp will light green momentarily and an image currently stored in camera memory will appear on the monitor screen (page 28).
Holding the Camera Correctly Your images will not come out Horizontal Vertical clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button, be sure to hold the camera as shown in the illustration, and keep it still by pressing your arms firmly against your sides as you shoot. Holding the camera still, Hold the camera so the flash is above the lens.
To shoot a snapshot Selecting an Auto Recording Mode You can select one of two auto recording modes (Auto or Premium Auto) according to your digital imaging needs. R Auto This is the standard Auto recording mode. • It provides faster operation than Premium Auto recording. With Premium Auto recording, the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a subject or scenery, and other conditions. Premium Auto recording delivers higher Ÿ Premium Auto image quality than standard Auto recording.
To shoot a snapshot 1. Point the camera at the subject. If you are using Premium Auto, text will appear in the lower right corner of the monitor screen describing the type of shot the camera has detected. • You can zoom the image, if you want. w Wide Angle z Telephoto Appears when the camera detects it is stationary on a tripod. Zoom controller 2. Half-press the shutter button to focus the image.
Recording a Movie [0] (Movie) Press [0] (Movie) to start movie recording. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop movie recording. See the following pages for details. Standard movie (STD movie): page 54 High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 57 High speed movie (HS movie): page 57 . If the image does not focus... If the focus frame stays red and the back lamp is flashing green, it means that the image is not in focus (because the subject is too close, etc.).
Viewing Snapshots Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. • For information about how to play back movies, see page 97. • For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page 99. 1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode. • This will display one of the snapshots currently stored in memory. • Information about the displayed snapshot also is included (page 12).
Deleting Snapshots and Movies If memory becomes full, you can delete snapshots and movies you no longer need in order to free up storage and record more images. IMPORTANT! • Remember that a file (image) delete operation cannot be undone. • For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page 100. To delete a single file 1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ( ). 2.
To delete specific files 1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ( 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete Files” and then press [SET]. ). • This displays a file selection screen. 3. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to move the selection boundary to the file you want to delete, and then press [SET]. • This will select the check box of the currently selected file. 4. Repeat step 3 to select other files, if you want. After you are finished selecting files, press [MENU]. 5.
Snapshot Shooting Precautions Operation • Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can result in the image you just shot being saved incorrectly, damage to other images stored in memory, malfunction of the camera, etc. • If unwanted light is shining directly onto the lens, shade the lens with your hand. Monitor Screen when Shooting Snapshots • Subject brightness conditions can cause monitor screen response to slow and can cause digital noise in the monitor screen image.
Auto Focus Restrictions • Any of the following can make proper focus impossible.
Snapshot Tutorial Using the Control Panel The control panel can be used to configure camera settings. 1. [8] [2] [4] [6] In the REC mode, press [SET]. [SET] 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change. This will select one of the control panel icons and display its settings.
NOTE • No icon is displayed for any Control Panel option (page 11) that is set to its initial default (reset) setting. An icon will appear only if you change the setting of the corresponding Control Panel option. The following are the initial defaults for Control Panel options. – ISO Sensitivity: AUTO – White Balance: Auto WB – EV Shift: ±0 – Flash: Auto Flash • You also can use on-screen menus to configure settings other than those listed above (page 81). Changing the Image Size (Size) .
Image Size Selection Tips Note that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space. Large Number of Pixels More detail, but takes up more memory. Best when you plan to print large-size prints (such as A3 size). Small Number of Pixels Less detail, but takes up less memory. Best when you want to send images by e-mail, etc. • For information about image size, image quality, and number of images that can be stored, see page 185. • For information about movie image size, see page 94.
• The initial factory default image size setting is 12M (12 million pixels). • Selecting “3:2” records images with an aspect ratio of 3:2, which matches the standard aspect ratio of print paper. • The letters “HDTV” stand for “High Definition Television”. An HDTV screen has an aspect ratio of 16:9, which makes them wider than the usual 4:3 aspect ratio of television screens of the past. Your camera can record images that are compatible with the aspect ratio an HDTV screen.
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) ISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the second control panel option from the top (ISO Sensitivity). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. AUTO Adjusts sensitivity automatically according to conditions ISO 100 Lower sensitivity ISO 200 Slow shutter speed Less noise Fast shutter speed (Set for shooting in dimly lit areas.
Adjusting White Balance (White Balance) You can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where you are shooting and avoid the blue cast that results when shooting outdoors when it is cloudy, and the green cast that results when shooting under fluorescent lighting. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the third control panel option from the top (White Balance). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the shooting condition you want and then press [SET].
Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it. • Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV • Unit: 1/3EV 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fourth control panel option from the top (EV Shift). 3. Use [4] and [6] to adjust the exposure compensation value. [6]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best for light-colored subjects and backlit subjects. [4]: Decreases the EV value.
Using Flash (Flash) 1. In the REC mode, press [2] ( once. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. 3. ) Flash [2] ( ) > Auto Flash Flash fires automatically in accordance with exposure (amount of light and brightness) conditions. ? Flash Off Flash does not fire. < Flash On Flash always fires. This setting can be used to brighten a subject that normally comes out dark due to daylight or backlight (daylight synchro flash).
NOTE • Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash. • The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too close. • Flash charging time (page 189) depends on operating conditions (battery condition, ambient temperature, etc.). • Shooting with flash turned off when lighting is dim results in a slow shutter speed, which can cause image blur due to camera movement. Under such conditions, secure the camera with a tripod, etc.
Shooting with Zoom Your camera is equipped with various types of zoom: optical zoom, HD Zoom, Single SR Zoom, Multi SR Zoom, and digital zoom. The maximum zoom factor depends on the image size setting and the digital zoom on/off settings. Optical zoom Changes the lens focal distance. HD Zoom Allows greater zoom capabilities by cutting out a portion of the original image and enlarging it. Single SR Zoom Applies super resolution technology to suppress image deterioration (page 44).
Interpreting the Zoom Bar During a zoom operation, a zoom bar appears on the monitor screen to show the current zoom setting. Range where image deterioration is suppressed. (optical zoom, HD Zoom, Single SR Zoom, Multi SR Zoom) Deteriorated image range (digital zoom) 1X 28.0X to 111.6X Zoom pointer (Indicates current zoom.
. Zoom Icon The appearance of the zoom icon on the monitor screen depends on the zoom factor. Optical zoom Not displayed HD Zoom Not displayed Single SR Zoom ç (White) Multi SR Zoom Digital zoom (Orange) ê, ê+ç (White) or ê+ (Orange) . Zoom Factor The digital zoom factor depends on the image size (page 34), the super resolution zoom setting, and on whether or not the “Multi SR Zoom” HS BEST SHOT scene is selected (page 72).
Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR)) There are two types of Super Resolution Zoom: Single SR Zoom and Multi SR Zoom. Single SR Zoom uses super resolution to expand the zoom range in which image quality deterioration is minimized. Multi SR Zoom shoots a series of High Speed CS images, which are then combined into final image to suppress image quality deterioration across a range that is greater than Single SR Zoom.
Using Continuous Shutter To shoot with Continuous Shutter, press Õ (Continuous Shutter) and then select the “High Speed CS” scene. Note that the “High Speed CS” HS BEST SHOT scene has two modes: a High Speed CS mode and an F CS mode. Õ (Continuous Shutter) NOTE • To return from the “High Speed CS” HS BEST SHOT scene to the Single Shot mode, press [AUTO].
• You can specify 5, 10, 20, or 30 as the maximum number of shots for each continuous shutter operation. • You can specify anywhere from 0.75 seconds up to 10 seconds as the continuous shutter shooting time, which is the amount of time of the pre-record buffer plus the amount of time that continuous shutter recording is performed after the shutter button is pressed all the way. The maximum shooting time depends on the selected CS speed. You can select a CS speed in the range of 3 to 40 fps.
1. In the REC mode, press Õ (Continuous Shutter). 2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select “High Speed CS” and then press [SET]. High Speed CS icon • This will display Š (High Speed CS). 3. Press [SET]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top (CS mode). 5. Use [4] and [6] to select “High Speed CS”. 6. Use [8] and [2] to select the fourth control panel option from the bottom (High Speed CS fps). 7.
11. Use [4] and [6] to specify how many of the 30 images and for how long images should be pre-recorded in the buffer. • Prerecord CS shooting is not performed when the number of buffer images and the recording time are both zero. Shutter button full-press Number of pre-record images and pre-record time 12. Number of remaining images and remaining recording time after the shutter button fullpress Press [SET]. • The approximate number of recordable CS images will appear on the monitor screen.
NOTE • Note the following when selecting a High Speed CS speed (fps) setting. – Use a higher High Speed CS speed (fps) setting when shooting a fast-moving subject. – Use a slower High Speed CS speed (fps) setting when shooting a slower-moving subject. • Note the following when selecting a High Speed CS maximum number of shots setting. – The greater the number of shots, the longer it takes to save them after shooting is complete. • Note the following when specifying a Prerecord CS shots setting.
High Speed CS Shooting Using the Mechanical Shutter Only (F CS) Due to the characteristics of the CMOS imaging element, shooting fast-moving subjects with High Speed CS may cause the subject to become distorted. If this happens, try shooting with F CS (Full pixels Continuous Shutter), which uses the mechanical shutter only and eliminates the problems caused by the CMOS imaging element characteristics. Note that the following settings are available when shooting with F CS.
11. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down. Images continue to be shot as long as you keep the shutter button depressed. 12. Image recording will stop when you release the shutter button or after the maximum number of shots is reached. NOTE • After shooting a group of images with F CS, it may take a few seconds before the camera is ready to shoot again.
Continuous Shutter Precautions • When shooting CS images, the snapshot image quality automatically changes to “Normal”. • If there is not enough available capacity on the memory card, you may not be able to record the number of CS images indicated on the monitor screen. Make sure your memory card has sufficient remaining capacity before shooting with using continuous shutter. • With High Speed CS and F CS, exposure and focus for the first image are applied for successive images as well.
Recording Movies To record a movie The following procedure explains how to record a standard (STD) movie. See the pages indicated below for more information about movies. High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 57 [0] (Movie) High speed movie (HS movie): page 57 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the “Quality” tab. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “» Quality” and then press [6]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select “STD” (Standard), and then press [SET].
Shooting with BEST SHOT With BEST SHOT (page 63), you can select the sample scene that matches the type of movie you are trying to shoot and the camera will change its setup accordingly, for beautiful movies every time. Selecting the “Natural Green” BEST SHOT scene, for example, will shot images with vivid green trees and grass.
IMPORTANT! • Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. • Shooting movies for long periods in areas where temperature is relatively high can cause digital noise (dots of light) to appear in the movie image. A rise in the camera’s internal temperature also may force movie recording to stop automatically.
Recording a High-definition Movie This camera supports recording of high-definition (FHD) movies. The aspect ratio of an FHD movie is 16:9, the image size is 1920x1080 pixels, and the frame rate is 30 fps. Image quality and image size settings cannot be changed. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the “Quality” tab. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “» Quality” and then press [6]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select “FHD”, and then press [SET]. 5.
5. Record the movie the same way as you would a normal movie (page 54). Press [0] (Movie) to start and stop recording. • During High Speed Movie recording, focus is fixed at the position where it was when recording started. To focus an image, half-press the shutter button for Auto Focus or focus manually before you press [0] (Movie) to start recording. • When “30-240 fps” is selected as the frame rate, recording always starts with a frame rate of 30 fps.
Using Prerecord Movie (Prerecord (Movie)) With this feature, the camera pre-records up to five seconds of whatever is happening in front of the lens in a buffer that is continually updated. Pressing [0] (Movie) saves the pre-recorded action (buffer contents) followed by real-time recording. Real-time recording continues until you stop it. Prerecord Movie can be used when shooting a standard (STD) movie, a high-definition (FHD) movie, or a high speed (HS) movie.
. To shoot a Prerecord Movie 1. After using the above procedure to set up the camera for Prerecord Movie, point the camera at the subject. 2. When you are ready to record, press [0] (Movie). This will save the approximately five seconds of action that was prerecorded in the buffer before you pressed [0] (Movie) (two seconds if you are using high speed movie) and start real-time recording. 3. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop recording.
Recording a Movie for YouTube (For YouTube) The “For YouTube” scene records movies in a format that is optimal for uploading to the YouTube movie site, which is operated by YouTube, LLC. “For YouTube” can be used when shooting a standard (STD) movie, a high-definition (FHD) movie, or a high speed (HS) movie. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the “Quality” tab. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “» Quality” and then press [6]. 4.
Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie You can shoot snapshots while movie recording is in progress. When the camera is in the Single Shot mode, you can shoot snapshots one-by-one. In the CS mode, holding down the shutter button will record up to seven consecutive images at a speed of approximately 10 images per second (fps). You can shoot a maximum total of 28 images during a single movie recording operation. 1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button.
Using BEST SHOT What is BEST SHOT? BEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditions. When you need to change the setup of the camera, simply find the scene that matches what you are trying to achieve, and the camera sets up for it automatically. This helps to minimize the chance of ruined images due to poor exposure and shutter speed settings.
3. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to move the boundary to the scene you want to select. • The scene menu has multiple pages. Use [8] and [2] to scroll between menu pages. • You can access information about the currently selected scene. See page 65 for details. • To return to normal snapshot recording, press [AUTO] or select Scene 1 R (Auto). 4. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene. This returns to the REC mode.
3. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene. This returns to the REC mode. • The settings of the scene you selected remain in effect until you select a different scene. • To select a different BEST SHOT scene, repeat the above procedure from step 1. 4. Press the shutter button (if you are shooting a snapshot) or [0] (Movie) (if you are shooting a movie). .
. BEST SHOT Precautions • BEST SHOT scene images were not shot using this camera. • Images shot using a BEST SHOT scene may not produce the results you expected due to shooting conditions and other factors. • You can modify the camera settings that are configured after you select a BEST SHOT scene. Note, however, that the BEST SHOT settings revert to their defaults when you select another BEST SHOT scene or turn off the camera.
Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setups You can save up to 999 camera setups as user BEST SHOT scenes for instant recall whenever you need them. 1. In the Single Shot mode, select the “BEST SHOT (Register User Scene)” BEST SHOT scene. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the snapshot whose setup you want to save. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Save”, and then press [SET]. Your BEST SHOT scene will be assigned the name “Recall User Scene”, along with a scene number.
Shooting with High Speed Night Scene (High Speed Night Scene/High Speed Night Scene and Portrait) With High Speed Night Scene and High Speed Night Scene and Portrait, the camera detects automatically whether it is being hand-held or on a tripod. If the camera detects it is being hand-held, pressing the shutter button will record a series of images and combine them in a way that minimizes image blur due to low light conditions.
Shooting with High Speed Anti Shake (High Speed Anti Shake) When you press the shutter button while High Speed Anti Shake is enabled, the camera records multiple images and automatically combines them in a way that produces a final image with minimal blur. You can shoot with this feature to minimize the effects of camera movement when shooting with optical anti shake does not produce the desired results. 1. In the REC mode, press Õ (Continuous Shutter). 2.
Digitally Correcting for Overexposure and Underexposure (HDR) With HDR (High Dynamic Range), the camera shoots a series of CS images using different exposure settings and combines them into a final image to correct for overexposure or underexposure of subjects of different brightness levels. 1. In the REC mode, press Õ (Continuous Shutter). 2. Select “HDR” and then press [SET]. 3. Press the shutter button to shoot. • After you press the shutter button, the message “Busy... Please wait...
Shooting Snapshots Digitally Processed for Artistic Effect (HDR Art) This feature applies HDR (High Dynamic Range, page 70) photography to transform snapshots into works of art that provide a greater degree of expression than conventional photography. Normal image HDR-ART image 1. In the REC mode, press Õ (Continuous Shutter). 2. Select “HDR Art” and then press [SET]. 3. Press the shutter button to shoot. • After you press the shutter button, the message “Busy... Please wait...
Expanding the Zoom Range to Shoot Clearer Snapshots (Multi SR Zoom) This feature uses super resolution technology and multiple Continuous Shutter (CS) images to expand the zoom range for overall images of higher quality and clarity. 1. In the REC mode, press Õ (Continuous Shutter). 2. Select “Multi SR Zoom” and then press [SET]. • When shooting with Multi SR Zoom, it may take longer before EXILIM is ready for shooting. 3. Press the shutter button to shoot.
Shooting a Panorama Image (Slide Panorama) With Slide Panorama, you move the camera to compose and record multiple images, which are then combined to a panorama. This feature lets you shoot a panorama of up to 360 degrees, which is dramatically greater than the physical capabilities of the lens. • The final panorama image can be one of the two sizes shown below.
NOTE • The following conditions are not compatible with Slide Panorama shooting. – Subject whose brightness is very different from that of its surroundings due to artificial light, sunlight, etc. – Rivers, waves, waterfalls, or other subject with constantly changing patterns – Sky, beach, or other subject with continuous patterns – Camera too close to the main subject – Moving subject • Slide Panorama may stop part way through in the following cases.
Configuring the Camera to Help You Better Time Your Shots (Lag Correction) There always is some unavoidable time lag between the point you press the shutter button and the point that the image is actually recorded. The “Lag Correction” feature lets you configure the camera to lessen or even eliminate this lag to help you better time your shots and get exactly the moment you want. With “Lag Correction”, you half-press the shutter button and compose the image you want to shoot.
6. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the pre-recorded images on the monitor screen. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the pre-recorded images. Each image appears, along with an indication of the timing when it was pre-recorded. –0.4 sec. –0.3 sec. –0.2 sec. –0.1 sec. SHUTTER (0.4*) (0.3*) (0.2*) (0.1*) (Full-press) * Seconds prior to full-press of shutter button.
Shooting with Priority on Subject Faces (High Speed Best Selection) With High Speed Best Selection, the camera automatically shoots a series of images, and selects the best one based on facial image blur, and facial expression (whether the subject is smiling or blinking). 1. In the REC mode, press Õ (Continuous Shutter). 2. Select “High Speed Best Selection” and then press [SET]. 3. Press the shutter button to shoot. • This will cause the message “Busy... Please wait...” to appear.
Using the Situation-specific CS Scenes The High Speed CS capabilities provide you with a variety of BEST SHOT options to suite exactly the type of image you are trying to record. Images continue to be shot as long as you keep the shutter button depressed, with the shooting speed optimized according to the BEST SHOT scene you are using. Prerecord CS (page 46) pre-records images when you half-press the shutter button.
5. Shooting will stop when you release the shutter button or after the maximum number of shots is reached. NOTE • When shooting with these BEST SHOT scenes, the camera’s current HS BEST SHOT “High Speed CS” scene mode setting (High Speed CS or F CS) is ignored and shooting is always performed using the High Speed CS mode. Control panel operations, recording, and precautions are the same as those that apply to the HS BEST SHOT “High Speed CS” scene (page 46).
Using the Situation-specific High Speed Movie Scenes The High Speed Movie capabilities of the camera provide you with a variety of BEST SHOT options to suite exactly the type of image you are trying to record. 1. In the REC mode, press Õ (Continuous Shutter). 2. Select the BEST SHOT scene you want to use and then press [SET]. 3.
Advanced Settings The following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings. Using On-screen Menus . Example Menu Screen Operation 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. [8] [2] [4] [6] This will display the menu screen. • Menu contents are different in the REC mode and PLAY mode. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the tab where the item you want to configure is located. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you want, and then press [6]. 4.
. Menu Operations in This Manual Menu operations are represented in this manual as shown below. The following operation is the same as the one described under “Example Menu Screen Operation” on page 81. Use [4] and [6] to select the “REC” tab. Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timer Press [r] (REC). Press [MENU]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Self-timer” and then press [6].
REC Mode Settings (REC) Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR)) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Zoom (SR) See page 45 for details.
To focus with manual focus 1. On the monitor screen, compose the image so the subject you want to focus on is within the yellow boundary. 2. Watching the image on the monitor screen use [4] and [6] to adjust focus. • At this time the image that is within the boundary will enlarge and fill the monitor screen, which aids in focusing. If you do not perform any operation for two seconds while the enlarged image is displayed, the screen in step 1 will re-appear.
Using Focus Lock Subject to be focused on “Focus lock” is a technique you can use when you want to compose an image in which the subject you want to focus on is not within the focus frame in the center of the screen. • To use focus lock, select “Í Spot” or “Ë Tracking” for the Auto Focus area (page 88). 1. Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with the subject you want to focus on and then halfpress the shutter button. 2.
Using the Self-timer (Self-timer) Procedure [r] (REC) *[MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timer With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time. „ 10 sec 10-second Self-timer ‚ 2 sec 2-second Self-timer • When shooting under conditions that slow down the shutter speed, you can use this setting to prevent image blur due to camera movement.
Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement (Anti Shake) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Anti Shake You can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or camera movement when shooting a moving subject using telephoto, when shooting a fast-moving subject, or when shooting under dim lighting conditions. D Auto Minimizes the effects of hand and subject movement. F DEMO Half-pressing the shutter button demonstrates the effect of Anti Shake.
Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF Area You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus metering area for shooting snapshots. • When recording movies, the AF metering area is always “Í Spot”. Ò Intelligent The camera automatically determines the focus point on the screen and focuses there (intelligent AF). • Face detection (page 89) operates automatically. Í Spot This mode takes readings of a small area in the center of the image.
Using the Auto Focus Assist Light (AF Assist Light) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF Assist Light Half-pressing the shutter button while this setting is selected causes the front lamp to light, which provides illumination for focusing in areas where lighting is dim. Leaving this function turned off is recommended when shooting portraits from short distances, etc. Front lamp IMPORTANT! • Never look directly into the front lamp while it is lit.
Tips for Best Face Detection Results • The camera performs center focus if it cannot detect a face. • Always make sure that Auto Focus (AF) is selected as the focus mode when shooting with face detection. • Detection of the following types of faces is not supported. – A face that is obstructed by hair, sunglasses, a hat, etc.
Turning Digital Zoom On or Off (Digital Zoom) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Digital Zoom Select “On” when you want to use digital zoom (page 43). • Digital zoom is disabled while shooting with the following feature. – High speed movie recording Assigning Functions to the [4] and [6] Keys (L/R Key) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * L/R Key You can assign one of the seven functions listed below to the [4] and [6] keys.
Displaying the On-screen Grid (Grid) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Grid The on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy vertical and horizontal alignment when composing images. Turning on Image Review (Review) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Review While Review is turned on, the camera will display a image for about one second immediately after you press the shutter button to record it. • Image review is available only when shooting single images.
Configuring Power On Default Settings (Memory) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Memory This setting lets you specify which camera settings should be remembered by the camera when it is turned off, and restored the next time the camera is turned on. To have the camera remember a setting, you should enable the setting’s memory. Any setting whose memory is disabled will be reset to its initial default any time the camera is turned off.
Image Quality Settings (Quality) Specifying Snapshot Image Quality (T Quality (Snapshot)) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * T Quality (Snapshot) Fine Gives image quality priority Normal Normal • The “Fine” setting helps to bring out details when shooting dense tree branches or leaves, a complex pattern, etc. • Memory capacity (the number of images you can record) will be affected by the quality settings you configure (page 185).
Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Metering The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. B Multi Multi-pattern metering divides the image into sections and measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading. This type of metering provides error-free exposure settings for a wide range of shooting conditions.
Specifying Flash Intensity (Flash Intensity) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Flash Intensity You can specify flash intensity to one of five levels from +2 (brightest flash) to –2 (least bright flash). • Flash intensity may not change when the subject is too far away or too close.
Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots See page 28 for the procedure for viewing snapshots. Viewing a Movie 1. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie you want to view. 2. Press [SET] to start playback. Movie icon: » Recording time Image quality Movie Playback Controls Fast forward/fast reverse [4] [6] (Playback in progress.) • Each press of either button increases the speed of the fast forward or fast reverse operation. • To return to normal playback speed, press [2].
Viewing a Panorama Image 1. Press [p] (PLAY), and then use [4] and [6] to display the panorama images you want to view. 2. Press [SET] to start playback of the panorama. Panorama playback causes the image to scroll left, right, up, or down. Playback Controls To start or pause playback [SET] To advance scroll while paused [4] [6] (When the slide direction is left or right.) [8] [2] (When the slide direction is up or down.) • Holding down any button scrolls continuously.
Viewing Continuous Shutter Images Each time you perform a continuous shutter (CS) operation, the camera creates a CS group that includes all of the images for that particular CS session. You can use the following procedure to play back the images in a particular CS group. 1. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the CS group whose images you want to view. Number of image files in the CS group CS group icon First image in the CS group 2.
The following are operations that are supported after you press [SET] to start image playback. [4] [6] During playback, changes the playback direction and playback speed. While playback is paused, scrolls forward or back. • Playback speed cannot be adjusted while the displayed image is zoomed. [SET] Toggles between pause and play. Zoom controller Zooms the image. • You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the zoomed image on the monitor screen.
. Deleting Multiple Files in a CS Group 1. While CS image playback is in progress or paused (toggle by pressing [SET]), press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete” and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete Frames” and then press [SET]. • This displays a file selection screen. 4. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to move the selection boundary to the file you want to delete, and then press [SET].
Dividing Up a CS Group Use the following to divide up a CS Group into individual images. . Dividing Up a Specific CS Group 1. While a CS group is displayed or while the images of a CS group are scrolling on the monitor screen, press [MENU]. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the “PLAY” tab. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Divide Group” and then press [6]. 4. Use [4] and [6] to display the CS group you want to divide up. 5. Use [8] and [2] to select “Divide” and then press [SET].
Copying a CS Group Image Use the following procedure to copy an image in a CS group to a location outside of the group. 1. While CS image playback is in progress or paused (toggle by pressing [SET]), press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Copy”, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [4] and [6] to display the image you want to copy. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Copy”, and then press [SET].
Zooming an On-screen Image 1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed. 2. Slide the zoom controller towards z ([) to zoom. Zoom factor Image area You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the zoomed image on the monitor screen. Slide the zoom controller towards w to unzoom the image. – When monitor screen contents are turned on, a graphic in the lower right corner of the screen shows what part of the zoomed image is currently displayed.
Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen 1. Use the AV cable that comes with the camera to connect it to the TV. Yellow AV cable (bundled) Red White Terminal cover TV Video Audio [USB/AV] port AUDIO IN jack (red) AUDIO IN jack (white) VIDEO IN jack (yellow) Making sure that the 6 mark on the camera is aligned with the 4 mark of the AV cable connector, connect the cable to the camera.
3. Press [p] (PLAY) to turn on the camera. This will cause an image to appear on the TV screen, without anything appearing on the camera’s monitor screen. • Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) or [r] (REC) will not turn on the camera while the AV cable is connected. • You also can change the aspect ratio of the screen and the video output system (page 158). 4. Now you can display images and play back movies as you normally do.
Viewing High-quality Movies on a Hi-Vision Television Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to the TV. For information about playback, see the procedure starting from step 2 under “Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen” on page 105. • Use a commercially available HDMI cable that is marked with the logo shown to the right.
. Selecting the HDMI Terminal Output Method (HDMI Output) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * HDMI Output Use this setting to select the digital signal format when connecting to a TV with an HDMI cable. Auto This setting will cause the format to change automatically in accordance with the connected TV. Normally, you should use this mode. 1080i 1080i format output* 480p 480p format output 576p 576p format output * 1080i corresponds to 1080 60i, but not 1080 50i.
Other Playback Functions (PLAY) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other playback operations. For information about menu operations, see page 81.
Effect Select the effect you want. Pattern 1 to 5: Plays background music and applies an image change effect. • Patterns 2 through 4 have different background music, but they all use the same image change effect. • Pattern 5 can be used for playback of snapshots only (except for those that are part of a CS group), and the “Interval” setting is ignored. • Movies that include audio are played back without background music. Movies that do not include audio are played back with background music.
Transferring Music from Your Computer to Camera Memory You can replace the built-in slideshow background music with other music from your computer. Supported File Types: • PCM format (16-bit, monaural / stereo) WAV files • Sampling Frequencies: 11.025 kHz/22.05 kHz/44.1 kHz Number of Files: 9 File names: SSBGM001.WAV to SSBGM009.WAV • Create the music files on your computer using the above names.
Creating a Snapshot of Movie Frames (MOTION PRINT) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Movie Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * MOTION PRINT 1. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the movie frames and display the one you want to use as the image of the MOTION PRINT image. Holding down [4] or [6] scrolls at high speed. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Create” and then press [SET]. • Only the frames of movies recorded on this camera can be used in a MOTION PRINT image.
3. Press [2] to display the editing menu and specify one or two cut points. } Cut (To-Point Cut) While the frame you want the cut to be up to is displayed, press [2]. 1While the frame you want the first (From) cut to be is ~ Cut (Point-To-Point Cut) displayed, press [2]. 2Select another frame. 3While the frame you want the second (To) cut to be is displayed, press [2]. ¡ Cut (From-Point Cut) 4. While the frame you want the cut to be from is displayed, press [2].
Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Lighting You can use this setting to optimize the balance between bright areas and dark areas in existing images. +2 Performs a higher level of brightness correction than the “+1” setting. +1 Performs brightness correction. Cancel Does not perform brightness correction. NOTE • Correcting the lighting when shooting produces better results (page 95).
NOTE • You also can adjust the white balance when recording images (page 38). • The original snapshot is retained in memory and not deleted. • When you display an altered image on the camera’s monitor screen, the date and time indicates when the image was originally recorded, not when the image was altered.
Protecting a File Against Deletion (Protect) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Protect On Protects specific files. 1 Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the one you want to protect is displayed. 2 Use [8] and [2] to select “On” and then press [SET]. An image that is protected is indicated by the › icon. 3 To protect other files, repeat steps 1 and 2. To exit the protect operation, press [MENU]. To unprotect a file, select “Off” instead of “On” in step 2 above.
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “On” and then press [SET]. This will protect the image and display the › icon. • To unprotect an image, select “Off” in step 4 and then press [SET]. 5. After you are finished, select “Cancel” and then press [SET] to exit this operation. NOTE • Note that even if a file is protected, it will be deleted if you perform the format operation (page 160). . To protect all the images in a CS group 1.
Rotating an Image (Rotation) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Rotation 1. Use [8] and [2] to select “Rotation” and then press [SET]. Each press of [SET] will rotate the displayed image 90 degrees left. 2. When the displayed image is at the orientation you want, press [MENU]. NOTE • Rotating a CS image causes all of the images in the CS group to be rotated. You cannot rotate individual component image in a CS group. • Rotation of a panorama image is not supported.
Cropping a Snapshot (Trimming) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Trimming You can crop a snapshot to trim parts you do not need, and save the result in a separate file. The original snapshot is also retained. Zoom factor Represents snapshot area Use the zoom controller to zoom the image to the size you want, use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to display the portion of the image you want to cut out, and then press [SET].
Dividing Up a Continuous Shutter Group (Divide Group) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Divide Group See page 102 for details. Combining CS Images into a Single Still Image (CS Multi Print) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Display CS group. * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * CS Multi Print 1. Use [8] and [2] to select “Create”. • You can use [4] and [6] to select a different CS group, if you want. 2. Press [SET].
Dynamic Photo This camera comes with a number of subjects in built-in memory (“built-in subjects”), which you can insert into snapshots and movies to create Dynamic Photo images. • The term “built-in subjects” refers to the moving figures and characters that came pre-programmed in the camera’s built-in memory.
3. If you are inserting a subject into a movie an image will appear on the monitor screen showing the approximate location of the subject in the movie. Use [4] and [6] to shift the location to the position you want. After you are finished, press [SET]. Insert location • If you insert a subject into a movie, the resulting movie will be a maximum of 20 seconds long. Everything before and after the insertion is cut off.
To view a Dynamic Photo (Dynamic Photo File) 1. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the Dynamic Photo you want to view. 2. If you want to see the subject in the Dynamic Photo movie, press [SET]. The Dynamic Photo is repeated as a continuous loop. • Movement of the subject also will start automatically about two seconds after you display a Dynamic Photo.
Printing Printing Snapshots Professional Print Service You can take a memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service and have them printed. Printing on a Home Printer Printing Images on a Printer with Memory Card Slot You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print images directly from a memory card. For details, see the user documentation that comes with your printer.
. Connecting the Camera to a Printer Use the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to connect the camera to your printer’s USB port. USB cable [USB/AV] port Large connector USB Small connector USB port Terminal cover Making sure that the 6 mark on the camera is aligned with the 4 mark of the USB cable connector, connect the cable to the camera. • The camera does not draw power over the USB cable. Check the battery level before connecting and make sure it is not too low.
. To print 1. Turn on the printer and load paper. 2. Turn on the camera. This will display the print menu screen. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Paper Size”, and then press [6]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select a paper size and then press [SET]. • The following are the available paper sizes. 3.5"x5", 5"x7", 4"x6", A4, 8.5"x11", By Printer • Selecting “By Printer” prints using a paper size selected on the printer. • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about paper settings.
Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies . Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off information on the memory card with the images. After configuring settings, you can use the memory card to print on a home printer that supports DPOF or take the memory card to a professional print service. • Whether or not you will be able to use DPOF settings for printing depends on the printer you are using.
. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All images 1. Use [8] and [2] to specify the number of copies. You can specify a value up to 99. Specify 00 if you do not want to print the image. • Note that the specified number of copies will be printed for all of the images in any CS group included with the images. • If you want to date stamp the image, slide the zoom controller.
. To configure the same DPOF settings for all the images in a CS group 1. While CS image playback is in progress or paused (toggle by pressing [SET]), press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “DPOF Printing” and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Frame all” and then press [SET]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to specify the number of copies. You can specify a value up to 99. Specify 00 if you do not want to print the image.
DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. The next DPOF print operation you execute will be performed using the last DPOF settings you configured for the images. To clear DPOF settings, specify “00” for the number of copies of all images. Tell your print service about your DPOF settings! If you take a memory card to a professional print service, be sure to tell them that it includes DPOF settings for the images to be printed and the number of copies.
. Standards Supported by the Camera • PictBridge This is a standard of the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls.
Using the Camera with a Computer Things you can do using a computer... You can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a computer. Save images to a computer and view them there Save images and view them manually (USB connection) (pages 134, 143). Transfer images stored on your computer to camera memory In addition to images, you also can transfer screen shot images from your computer to the camera (Photo Transport*) (page 140).
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer Install the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do. When you want to do this: Operating System Version Save images to a Windows 7, Windows computer and view Vista, Windows XP, them there manually Windows 2000 Install this software: See page: Installation not required. 134 Windows 7 Installation not required.
. Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. See the “Read me” file that comes with each application for details. Information about computer system requirements also can be found under “Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software” on page 174 of this manual. . Precautions for Windows Users • Except for Adobe Reader, the bundled software requires Administrator privileges to run.
4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your computer. USB port USB cable Large connector [USB/AV] port Small connector Terminal cover Making sure that the 6 mark on the camera is aligned with the 4 mark of the USB cable connector, connect the cable to the camera. • The camera does not draw power over the USB cable. Check the battery level before connecting and make sure it is not too low.
10. Windows 7 / Windows Vista users: Click “Start” and then “Documents”. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Documents”. Windows 2000 users: Double-click “My Documents” to open it. • If you already have a “DCIM” folder in “Documents” (Windows 7 / Windows Vista) or “My Documents” (Windows XP / Windows 2000), the next step will overwrite it. If you want to keep the existing “DCIM” folder, you need to change its name or move it to a different location before performing the next step. 11.
. To view images you copied to your computer 1. Double-click the copied “DCIM” folder to open it. 2. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view. 3. Double-click the image file you want to view. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 149. • An image that was rotated on the camera will be displayed on your computer screen in its original (unrotated) orientation.
Playing Movies To play back a movie, first copy it to your computer and then double-click the movie file. Some operating systems may not be able to play back movies. If this happens, you need to install separately available software. • With Windows 7, playback is supported by Windows Media Player 12. • If you are unable to play back movies, go to the URL below to download QuickTime 7 and install it on your computer. http://www.apple.com/quicktime/ .
Uploading Movie Files to YouTube Installing YouTube Uploader for CASIO from the CD-ROM that comes with your camera simplifies uploading of movie files you recorded with the “For YouTube” scene to YouTube. . What is YouTube? YouTube is a movie sharing site managed by YouTube, LLC where you can upload movies and view movies uploaded by others. . To install YouTube Uploader for CASIO 1. On the CD-ROM menu screen, select “YouTube Uploader for CASIO”. 2.
7. When everything is ready, click the [Upload] button. This will upload the movie file(s) to YouTube. • After uploading is complete, click the [Exit] button to exit the application. Transferring Images from Your Computer to Camera Memory If you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. . To install Photo Transport 1. On the CD-ROM menu screen, select “Photo Transport”. 2.
. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera 1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 134). 2. On your computer, click the following: Start * All Programs * CASIO * Photo Transport. This starts up Photo Transport. 3. Display the screen whose screen capture you want to transfer. 4. Click the [Capture] button. 5. Draw a boundary around the area you want to capture. Move your mouse pointer to the upper left corner of the area you want to capture and then hold down the mouse button.
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CDROM drive. Normally, this should cause the menu screen to appear automatically. If your computer does not display the menu screen automatically, navigate to the CDROM on your computer and then double-click the “AutoMenu.exe” file. 2. On the menu screen, click the “Language” down arrow button and then select the language you want. 3. Click “Manual” to select it and then click “Digital Camera”.
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Install the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want to do. When you want to do this: Operating System Version Save images to your Macintosh and view them there manually OS 9 Save images to your Macintosh automatically/ Manage images OS 9 Use commercially available software. OS X Use iPhoto, which comes bundled with some Macintosh products.
4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh. USB port USB cable Large connector [USB/AV] port Small connector Terminal cover Making sure that the 6 mark on the camera is aligned with the 4 mark of the USB cable connector, connect the cable to the camera. • The camera does not draw power over the USB cable. Check the battery level before connecting and make sure it is not too low.
8. After the copy operation is complete, drag the drive icon to Trash. 9. On the camera, press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn off the camera. After making sure that the green back lamp is unlit, disconnect the camera from the computer. . To view copied images 1. Double-click the camera’s drive icon. 2. Double-click the “DCIM” folder to open it. 3. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view. 4. Double-click the image file you want to view.
Transferring Images Automatically and Managing Them on Your Macintosh If you are running Mac OS X, you can manage snapshots using iPhoto, which comes bundled with some Macintosh products. If you are running Mac OS 9, you will need to use commercially available software. Playing a Movie You can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play back movies on a Macintosh. To play back a movie, first copy it to your Macintosh and then double-click the movie file. .
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you don’t, go to the Adobe Systems Incorporated website and install Acrobat Reader. 1. On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. 2. Open the “Digital Camera” folder and then open the folder for the language whose user’s guide you want to view. 3. Open the file named “camera_xx.pdf”. • “xx” is the language code (Example: camera_e.
Files and Folders The camera creates a file each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operation that stores data. Files are grouped by storing them in folders. Each file and folder has its own unique name. • For details about how folders are organized in memory, see “Memory Folder Structure” (page 149). Name and Maximum Number Allowed Example Each folder can contain up to 9999 files named CIMG0001 through CIMG9999. The extension on the file name depends on the file type.
Memory Card Data The camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF). . About DCF The following operations are supported for DCF-compliant images. Note, however, that CASIO makes no performance guarantees concerning these operations. • Transferring this camera’s DCF-compliant images to another manufacturer’s camera and view them. • Printing this camera’s DCF-compliant images on another manufacturer’s printer.
. Supported Image Files • Image files shot with this camera • DCF-compliant image files This camera may not be able to display an image, even if it is DCF-compliant. When displaying an image recorded on another camera, it may take a long time for the image to appear on this camera’s monitor screen. . Built-in Memory and Memory Card Data Handling Precautions • Whenever copying memory contents to your computer, you should copy the DCIM folder and all of its contents.
Other Settings (Set Up) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations in both the REC mode and PLAY mode. For information about menu operations, see page 81. Adjusting Monitor Screen Brightness (Screen) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Screen Auto With this setting, the camera detects available light levels and automatically adjusts the brightness of the monitor screen accordingly.
Configuring Camera Sound Settings (Sounds) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sounds Startup Specifies the startup sound Sound 1 - 5: Built-in sounds (1 through 5) Off: Sound off Half Shutter Shutter Operation = Operation Specifies the sound volume. This setting is also used as the audio level during video output (page 105). = Play Specifies the volume of movie audio output. This volume setting is not used during video output (from the USB/AV port) (page 105). • Setting a volume level of 0 mutes output.
Creating an Image Storage Folder (Create Folder) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Create Folder Create Folder Creates a folder with a unique number (page 148). Files will be stored in the new folder starting from when you record your next image. Cancel Cancels folder creation. • Images recorded with the BEST SHOT “For eBay” or “Auction” scene, and the “For YouTube” scene are stored in special folders. They are not stored in the folder you create here.
Time Stamping Snapshots (Timestamp) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Timestamp You can configure the camera to stamp the recording date only, or date and time in the lower right corner of each snapshot. • Once date and time information is stamped into a snapshot, it cannot be edited or deleted. Example: July 10, 2012, 1:25 p.m.
Setting the Camera’s Clock (Adjust) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Adjust [8] [2] Change the setting at the cursor location [4] [6] Move the cursor between settings [0] (Movie) Toggles between 12-hour and 24-hour format When the date and time settings are what you want, select “Apply” and then press [SET] to apply them. • You can specify a date from 2001 to 2049. • Be sure to select your Home City (page 153) before setting the time and date.
Specifying the Display Language (Language) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Language . Specify the display language you want. 1 Select the tab on the right. 2 Select “Language”. 3 Select the language you want. 1 • Camera models sold in certain geographic areas may not support display language selection. 23 Configuring Sleep State Settings (Sleep) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sleep This feature turns off the monitor screen whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset amount of time.
Configuring Auto Power Off Settings (Auto Power Off) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Auto Power Off Auto Power Off turns off the camera whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset amount of time. Trigger Time Settings: 2 min, 5 min, 10 min (The trigger time is always 5 minutes in the PLAY mode.) • Auto Power Off is disabled under any of the following conditions.
Configuring USB Protocol Settings (USB) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * USB You can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device. Mass Storage Select this setting when connecting to a computer (pages 134, 143). With this setting, the computer sees the camera as an external storage device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images from the camera to a computer.
Selecting the HDMI Terminal Output Method (HDMI Output) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * HDMI Output • See page 108 for details. Configuring a Startup Image (Startup) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Startup Display the image you want to use as your startup image and then select “On”. • The startup image does not appear when you turn on the camera by pressing [p] (PLAY).
Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Format If a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded. • The format operation will delete all contents on the memory card or in built-in memory. It cannot be undone. Make sure you do not need any data currently on the card or in built-in memory before you format it. • Formatting built-in memory will delete the following data.
Configuring Monitor Screen Settings Turning Display Information On and Off (Info) Each press of [8] (DISP) will cycle through display settings that display or hide onscreen information and the control panel. You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. Information on, control panel on Displays setting information and the control panel.
How to Use the Histogram A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical axis indicates the number of pixels, while the horizontal axis indicates lightness. If the histogram appears too lopsided for some reason, you can use EV shift to move it left or right in order to achieve better balance. Optimum exposure can be achieved by EV shifting so the graph is as close to the center as possible.
Appendix Precautions during Use . Avoid Use While In Motion • Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or while walking. Looking at the monitor while in motion creates the risk of serious accident. . Flash • Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or explosive gas may be present. Such conditions create the risk of fire and explosion. • Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating a motor vehicle.
. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities • Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or while it is overheating creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps whenever any of the above symptoms are present. 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn injury. 3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. .
. Locations To Be Avoided • Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electric shock. – Areas subject to large amounts of humidity or dust – Food preparation areas or other locations where oil smoke is present – Near heaters, on a heated carpet, in areas exposed to direct sunlight, in a closed vehicle parked in the sun, or other areas subject to very high temperatures • Never place the camera on an unstable surface, on a high shelf, etc.
• Do not use or leave the battery under direct sunlight, in an automobile parked in the sun, or in any other area subject to high temperatures. Doing so can damage the battery, and cause deterioration of its performance and loss of service life. • If battery charging does not end normally within the specified charging time, stop charging anyway and contact your local CASIO authorized service center. Continued charging creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion.
. Data Error Precautions Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory.
. Caring for your camera • Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and other foreign matter on the lens or flash window can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Use a blower or other means to keep the lens and flash window free of dirt and dust, and wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. • To clean the camera, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. . Old Rechargeable Battery Handling Precautions • Insulate the positive and negative terminals with tape, etc.
. Other Precautions The camera becomes slightly warm during use. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. . Copyrights Except for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of use of snapshots or movies of images whose rights belong to others, without the permission of the right holder, is forbidden by copyright laws. In some cases, shooting of public performances, shows, exhibitions, etc. may be restricted entirely, even if it is for your own personal enjoyment.
Any and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited. This product’s YouTube upload functionality is included under license from YouTube, LLC. The presence of YouTube upload functionality in this product is not an endorsement or recommendation of the product by YouTube, LLC. Power Supply Charging If the [CHARGE] lamp flashes red...
Battery Precautions . Precautions during Use • Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. This is due to the characteristics of the battery, not the camera. • Charge the battery in an area where the temperature is within the range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). Outside this temperature range charging can take longer than normal or even fail. • Do not tear or remove the battery outer label.
Using a Memory Card See page 20 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card. To replace the memory card Press the memory card and then release it. This will cause it to pop out of the memory card slot slightly. Pull the card out the rest of the way and then insert another one. • Never remove a card from the camera while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause the image save operation to fail and even damage the memory card. .
. Discarding or Transferring Ownership of a Memory Card or the Camera The format and delete functions of the camera do not actually delete files from the memory card. The original data remains on the card. Note that responsibility for the data on a memory card lies with you. The following procedures are recommended whenever you discard a memory card or the camera, or if you transfer ownership to another party.
Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application. Actual requirements are greater, depending on the number of images and the sizes of the images being handled.
Reset Initial Default Settings The tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you reset the camera (page 160). Menu items depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. • A dash (–) indicates an item whose setting is not reset or an item for which there is no reset setting. IMPORTANT! • Switching from “Auto” to “Premium Auto” (page 25) will make some menu items unavailable. .
“Quality” Tab T Quality Normal (Snapshots) » Quality FHD (Movies) Metering B Multi Lighting On Flash Intensity 0 Color Filter Off Sharpness 0 Saturation 0 Contrast 0 “Set Up” Tab Screen Auto Adjust – Auto Rotate On Date Style – Language – Sleep 1 min Sounds Startup: Sound 1 / Half Shutter: Sound 1 / Shutter: Sound 1 / Operation: Sound 1 / = Operation: ...//// / = Play: ...//// File No.
. PLAY Mode “PLAY” Tab Slideshow Images: All images / Time: 30 min / Interval: 3 sec / Effect: Pattern 1 Brightness – DPOF Printing – Protect – Dynamic Photo – Rotation – Movie Converter Resize – Trimming – Copy – Divide Group – CS Multi Print – CS Frame Edit – – MOTION PRINT Create Movie Editing – Lighting – White Balance – “Set Up” Tab • The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
When things don’t go right... Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Power Supply Power does not turn on. 1)The battery may not be loaded correctly (page 17). 2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 16). If the battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available CASIO NP-110 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The camera suddenly powers down.
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action The subject is out of focus in the recorded image. The image may not be focused properly. When composing the image, make sure the subject is located inside the focus frame. The flash does not fire. 1)If ? (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode, change to another mode (page 40). 2)If the battery is low, charge it (page 16).
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action A recorded image was not saved. 1)Camera power may have been turned off before the save operation was complete, which will result in the image not being saved. If the battery indicator shows , charge the battery as soon as possible (page 18). 2)You may have removed the memory card from the camera before the save operation was complete, which will result in the image not being saved. Do not remove the memory card before the save operation is complete.
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Playback The color of the playback image is different from what appears on the monitor screen when shooting. Sunlight or light from another source may be shining directly into the lens when you are shooting. Position the camera so sunlight does not shine directly into the lens. Images are not displayed. This camera cannot display non-DCF images recorded onto a memory card using another digital camera.
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Language selection 1)You did not configure initial settings after purchasing the screen appears camera or the camera may have been left with a dead when the camera is battery. Configure the correct settings (pages 19, 156). turned on. 2)There may be a problem with the camera’s memory data. If this is the case, perform the reset operation to initialize the camera’s setup (page 160). After that, configure each setting.
Display Messages ALERT The camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wait until it cools down before trying to use it again. Battery is low. Battery power is low. Cannot find the file. The image you specified with the slideshow “Images” setting cannot be found. Change the “Images” setting (page 109) and try again. Cannot register any more files.
Memory Full Memory is full with images you recorded and/or files saved by editing operations. When shooting with Prerecord CS, this message indicates that there is not enough memory capacity to record all of the pre-recorded images. Delete files you no longer need (page 29). Printing Error An error occurred while printing. • The printer is turned off. • The printer generated an error, etc. Record Error Image compression could not be performed for some reason during image data recording.
Number of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time Snapshot Image Size (Pixels) 12M (4000x3000) 3:2 (4000x2656) 16:9 (4000x2240) 10M (3648x2736) 8M (3264x2448) 5M (2560x1920) 3M (2048x1536) VGA (640x480) B Image Quality Approximate Image File Size Built-in Memory (Approx. 62.1MB*1) Snapshot Recording Capacity SD Memory Card (1GB*2) Snapshot Recording Capacity Fine 7.87 MB 6 96 Normal 4.13 MB 9 142 Fine 6.87 MB 7 111 Normal 3.62 MB 11 169 Fine 5.66 MB 7 120 Normal 3.0 MB 11 182 Normal 3.
Movies Movie Mode FHD/ STD Approximate Data Rate (Frame Rate) Built-in Memory (Approx. 62.1MB*1) Movie Recording Capacity SD Memory Card (1GB*2) Movie Recording Capacity File Size of 1-minute Movie FHD (1920x1080) (Stereo) 14.4 Megabits/second (30 frames/second) 32 seconds 8 minutes 17 seconds 108.0 MB STD (640x480) (Stereo) 3.9 Megabits/second (30 frames/second) 2 minutes 30 minutes 38 seconds 29.3 MB 15 seconds 3 minutes 59 seconds 225.0 MB 19 seconds 5 minutes 3 seconds 180.
Movie Mode Approximate Data Rate (Frame Rate) Built-in Memory (Approx. 62.1MB*1) Movie Recording Capacity SD Memory Card (Maximum recording time per recording) YouTube (HS240) (432x320) (No audio) 30.0 Megabits/second (240 frames/second) 15 seconds 1 minute 52 seconds YouTube (HS480) (224x160) (No audio) 24.
Specifications File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.3; DCF 2.0 standard; DPOF compliant) Movies: MOV format, H.264/AVC standard, IMA-ADPCM (stereo) Recording Media Built-in Memory (Image Storage Area: 62.
Shutter CMOS electronic shutter, mechanical shutter Shutter Speed Snapshot (Auto): 1 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Night Scene): 4 to 1/2000 second * May differ due to the camera setup. Aperture Value F3.0 (W) to F8.8 (W) (ND filter) * Using optical zoom changes the aperture value.
External connection terminal USB port (Hi-Speed USB compatible), AV output terminal (NTSC/PAL) HDMI output (Mini) Microphones Stereo Speaker Monaural Power Requirements Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-110) x1 Approximate Battery Life All of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) before the camera turns off. These values are not guaranteed. Low temperatures shorten battery life.
. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-110) Rated Voltage 3.7 V Rated Capacitance 1200 mAh Operating Temperature Requirements 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Dimensions 37.5 (W) x 44.9 (H) x 7.0 (D) mm (1.48" (W) x 1.77" (H) x 0.28" (D)) (excluding projections) Weight Approximately 25 g (0.9 oz) . Charger unit (BC-110L) Input Power 100 to 240 V AC, 80 mA, 50/60 Hz Output Power 4.
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E Getting the Most Out of Dynamic Photo For a wealth of information about Dynamic Photo including explanations about how to use Dynamic Photo images, the Dynamic Studio image conversion service, sample images, and more, visit the special Dynamic Photo website at: http://dp.exilim.com/ This manual provides an introduction to Dynamic Photo, which creates a whole new way to enjoy digital imaging. • All screen shots shown in this manual are in English.
Dynamic Photo! A totally new way to enjoy digital photography! Dynamic Photo provides an easy way to insert built-in subjects into snapshots and movies for a whole new way to enjoy digital imaging. You can create a Dynamic Photo image by inserting a built-in moving subject into a background image (snapshot or movie). Before performing the following steps, you should record the background image (snapshot or movie) into which you want to insert the moving subject.
Creating a Dynamic Photo Image Your digital camera comes with a number of subjects in its built-in memory (“built-in subjects”). You can use these built-in subjects to create Dynamic Photo images by inserting them into your original snapshots or movies. Step 1: Shoot the image into which you want to insert an built-in subject. 1. Remove the memory card from the camera (if one is loaded). You will not be able to access the built-in subjects while a memory card is loaded in the camera. 2.
4. Use [4] and [6] to select the built-in subject that you want to insert into the image and then press [SET]. * Only built-in subjects that can be inserted into other images will appear at this time. 5. If you are inserting a subject into a movie an image will appear on the monitor screen showing the approximate location of the subject in the movie. Use [4] and [6] to shift the location to the position you want. After you are finished, press [SET].
Complete! • Inserting a built-in subject into a snapshot will save a Dynamic Photo that consists of 20 still images of 2M size or smaller. • Inserting a built-in subject into a movie will save the Dynamic Photo as a movie file. Important! • You will not be able to access the built-in subjects while a memory card is loaded in the camera.
Step 3: Have fun with Dynamic Photo. You can use the Dynamic Photo image you created in Step 2 in a variety of fun ways. On the camera Dynamic Photo images play back automatically as soon as you display them on the EXILIM monitor screen. On a TV Connect your EXILIM to a TV with the AV cable and you can enjoy watching Dynamic Photo images on your TV screen. Step 4: Converting a Dynamic Photo Still Image to a Movie (Movie Converter).
Step 5: Use Dynamic Studio to expand use of Dynamic Photo images to other applications. http://dynamicstudio.jp/ Using the CASIO EXILIM Dynamic Photo feature to create a Dynamic Photo image with a moving subject produces a CS image that reproduces the movement of the character. Dynamic Studio is a free online service that lets you convert the CS image to a movie file for playback on a PC, digital photo frame, cell phone, or other device.
