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4-125-476-11(1) Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual DSC-W270/W275/W290 Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. © 2009 Sony Corporation Getting started Shooting/viewing images Using shooting functions Using viewing functions Deleting images Connecting to other devices Changing camera settings GB
4-125-476-11(1) Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual DSC-W270/W275/W290 Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. © 2009 Sony Corporation Getting started Shooting/viewing images Using shooting functions Using viewing functions Deleting images Connecting to other devices Changing camera settings GB
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Table of contents Notes on using the camera 8 Getting started 10 Checking the accessories supplied 10 Identifying parts 11 Charging the battery pack 12 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold ... (Scene Selection) .... 28 Shooting movies 30 Using viewing functions 32 Viewing an enlarged image (Playback zoom 32 Searching for an image (Image Index 32 Viewing still images with music (Slideshow 33 Selecting the display format (View Mode 34 Deleting images 35 Deleting images 35 Deleting all images (Format 36 6GB
Table of contents Notes on using the camera 8 Getting started 10 Checking the accessories supplied 10 Identifying parts 11 Charging the battery pack 12 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold ... (Scene Selection) .... 28 Shooting movies 30 Using viewing functions 32 Viewing an enlarged image (Playback zoom 32 Searching for an image (Image Index 32 Viewing still images with music (Slideshow 33 Selecting the display format (View Mode 34 Deleting images 35 Deleting images 35 Deleting all images (Format 36 6GB
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Connecting to other devices 37 Viewing images on a TV 37 Printing still images 37 Using the camera with a computer 39 Changing camera settings 43 Changing the operation sounds 43 Using the MENU items 44 Using the (Settings) items 47 Others 49 List of icons displayed on the screen 49 Learning more about the camera ("Cyber-shot Handbook 52 Troubleshooting 53 Precautions 56 Specifications 57 7GB
Connecting to other devices 37 Viewing images on a TV 37 Printing still images 37 Using the camera with a computer 39 Changing camera settings 43 Changing the operation sounds 43 Using the MENU items 44 Using the (Settings) items 47 Others 49 List of icons displayed on the screen 49 Learning more about the camera ("Cyber-shot Handbook 52 Troubleshooting 53 Precautions 56 Specifications 57 7GB
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... be displayed on the power, part of the copyright laws. These dots are operational for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will...
... be displayed on the power, part of the copyright laws. These dots are operational for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will...
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On illustrations Illustrations used in this manual are of the camera or recording media, etc. No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfunction of the DSC-W290 unless noted otherwise. 9GB
On illustrations Illustrations used in this manual are of the camera or recording media, etc. No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfunction of the DSC-W290 unless noted otherwise. 9GB
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..."Cyber-shot Handbook" - Cyber-shot ...application software - Hook Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE (1) • Wrist strap (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ Battery case (1) • USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) • Soft carrying case (1) (DSC...-W275 only) • CD-ROM (1) - "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)...
..."Cyber-shot Handbook" - Cyber-shot ...application software - Hook Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE (1) • Wrist strap (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ Battery case (1) • USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) • Soft carrying case (1) (DSC...-W275 only) • CD-ROM (1) - "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)...
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... Duo" media cover T "Memory Stick Duo" media slot U Access lamp V Battery eject lever W Battery insertion slot 11GB Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. Getting started Identifying parts Bottom A Shutter button B (Smile) button C Flash D ON/OFF (Power) button E Speaker F Microphone G Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter...
... Duo" media cover T "Memory Stick Duo" media slot U Access lamp V Battery eject lever W Battery insertion slot 11GB Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. Getting started Identifying parts Bottom A Shutter button B (Smile) button C Flash D ON/OFF (Power) button E Speaker F Microphone G Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter...
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...may vary depending on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Note • The battery life and the number of 25°C (77°F). zUsing the camera abroad You can record/view Shooting still images Viewing still images DSC-W290 DSC-W270/W275 DSC-W290 DSC-W270/W275 Battery life (min.) Approx. 150 Approx.... AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is based on the camera settings. x Battery life and number of the genuine Sony brand. Notes • The table above shows the time required to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. of...
...may vary depending on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Note • The battery life and the number of 25°C (77°F). zUsing the camera abroad You can record/view Shooting still images Viewing still images DSC-W290 DSC-W270/W275 DSC-W290 DSC-W270/W275 Battery life (min.) Approx. 150 Approx.... AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is based on the camera settings. x Battery life and number of the genuine Sony brand. Notes • The table above shows the time required to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. of...
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...; Never remove the "Memory Stick Duo" media/battery pack when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" media in the camera, then select MENU t (Settings) t ("Memory Stick" Tool) t [Copy]. When the operating time per charge decreases markedly, the battery pack needs to ...the NP-FG1 battery pack (sold separately) is used, the minute display is no "Memory Stick Duo" media inserted Images are not compatible with the camera. x When there is also shown after the remaining charge indicator. • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use a "Memory Stick"...
...; Never remove the "Memory Stick Duo" media/battery pack when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" media in the camera, then select MENU t (Settings) t ("Memory Stick" Tool) t [Copy]. When the operating time per charge decreases markedly, the battery pack needs to ...the NP-FG1 battery pack (sold separately) is used, the minute display is no "Memory Stick Duo" media inserted Images are not compatible with the camera. x When there is also shown after the remaining charge indicator. • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use a "Memory Stick"...
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... the date and time. ON/OFF (Power) button Control button 3 Set the numeric value and desired settings with v/ V on the control button, then press z. The camera is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 4 Select [Go to turn on and allow operation. 2 Select a setting item with v/V/b/ B, then...
... the date and time. ON/OFF (Power) button Control button 3 Set the numeric value and desired settings with v/ V on the control button, then press z. The camera is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 4 Select [Go to turn on and allow operation. 2 Select a setting item with v/V/b/ B, then...
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By using "PMB" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with b/B on images. Getting started 5 Select your desired area with the date. Note • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on the control button, then press z. 6 Select [OK], then press z. x Setting the date and time again Press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t (Clock Settings) (page 48). 17GB
By using "PMB" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with b/B on images. Getting started 5 Select your desired area with the date. Note • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on the control button, then press z. 6 Select [OK], then press z. x Setting the date and time again Press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t (Clock Settings) (page 48). 17GB
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is displayed to indicate that SteadyShot is shot. 18GB Shutter button SteadyShot mark AE/AF lock The image is working. ON/OFF (Power) button Mode dial W/T (Zoom) button Shooting/viewing images 3 Press the ...). 4 Press the shutter button fully down to zoom out. The shortest shooting distance is in , W button to focus. Shooting/viewing images Shooting images 1 Set the camera to zoom in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights. To shoot movies, set the mode dial to (Movie Mode) (page 30). 2 Hold the...
is displayed to indicate that SteadyShot is shot. 18GB Shutter button SteadyShot mark AE/AF lock The image is working. ON/OFF (Power) button Mode dial W/T (Zoom) button Shooting/viewing images 3 Press the ...). 4 Press the shutter button fully down to zoom out. The shortest shooting distance is in , W button to focus. Shooting/viewing images Shooting images 1 Set the camera to zoom in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights. To shoot movies, set the mode dial to (Movie Mode) (page 30). 2 Hold the...
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... ON/OFF (Power) button. Control button Control button (Delete) button 19GB The last image shot is displayed. • When images on the "Memory Stick Duo" media recorded with v on this camera, view the images in [Folder View] (page 34). x Returning to shooting images Press the shutter button halfway down. x...B (next)/b (previous) on the control button. (Playback) button Shooting/viewing images x Deleting an image 1 Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with other cameras cannot be played back on the control button, then press z. Viewing images 1 Press the (Playback) button.
... ON/OFF (Power) button. Control button Control button (Delete) button 19GB The last image shot is displayed. • When images on the "Memory Stick Duo" media recorded with v on this camera, view the images in [Folder View] (page 34). x Returning to shooting images Press the shutter button halfway down. x...B (next)/b (previous) on the control button. (Playback) button Shooting/viewing images x Deleting an image 1 Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with other cameras cannot be played back on the control button, then press z. Viewing images 1 Press the (Playback) button.
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... teeth are showing. 21GB When you press (Smile) button again, Smile Shutter ends. • Even if you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode. (Smile) button Face Detection frame Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator zHints for better capturing of smiles 1 Do... not cover the eyes with an open mouth. The detection rate is easier to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the...
... teeth are showing. 21GB When you press (Smile) button again, Smile Shutter ends. • Even if you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode. (Smile) button Face Detection frame Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator zHints for better capturing of smiles 1 Do... not cover the eyes with an open mouth. The detection rate is easier to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the...
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Scene Recognition icon 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to (Intelligent Auto Adjustment). 2 Aim the camera at the subject. When the camera recognizes a scene, a Scene Recognition icon, (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod), (Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro) or (Portrait) is displayed on the subject, then shoot images. 22GB Detecting the shooting conditions automatically (Scene Recognition) 1 Set the mode dial to focus on the LCD screen.
Scene Recognition icon 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to (Intelligent Auto Adjustment). 2 Aim the camera at the subject. When the camera recognizes a scene, a Scene Recognition icon, (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod), (Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro) or (Portrait) is displayed on the subject, then shoot images. 22GB Detecting the shooting conditions automatically (Scene Recognition) 1 Set the mode dial to focus on the LCD screen.
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...shot Second shot Shot in Slow Synchro mode Shot with the sensitivity increased to reduce blur Shot in Slow Synchro mode Shot with a slower shutter speed and the sensitivity not increased Shot using the flash Shot with the background brightness and contrast adjusted (DROplus) Shot using the face most illuminated by the flash as the reference Shot... the MENU button, then select v/V/b/B on the control button. (Scene Recognition) t (Advanced) with When the camera recognizes a difficult-to-shoot scene ( (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod), (Backlight), (Backlight...
...shot Second shot Shot in Slow Synchro mode Shot with the sensitivity increased to reduce blur Shot in Slow Synchro mode Shot with a slower shutter speed and the sensitivity not increased Shot using the flash Shot with the background brightness and contrast adjusted (DROplus) Shot using the face most illuminated by the flash as the reference Shot... the MENU button, then select v/V/b/B on the control button. (Scene Recognition) t (Advanced) with When the camera recognizes a difficult-to-shoot scene ( (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod), (Backlight), (Backlight...
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... the right. You can select which subject takes priority when focusing. 1 Press the MENU button. Focusing on the face of the subject (Face Detection) The camera detects the face of the subject and focuses on the face you press z, the priority face moves one face to the rightmost face, then press...
... the right. You can select which subject takes priority when focusing. 1 Press the MENU button. Focusing on the face of the subject (Face Detection) The camera detects the face of the subject and focuses on the face you press z, the priority face moves one face to the rightmost face, then press...
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... of small subjects such as insects or flowers. 1 Press (Macro) on the control button, then select the desired mode with b/B t z. (Auto): The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close -up . Using the self-timer 1 Press (Self-Timer) on the control button, then select the desired... when the shutter button is in the image. This is to prevent blurring due to [Auto] when the camera is pressed. 2 Press the shutter button. Normally, put the camera in this setting if you want to include yourself in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode or Movie Mode. Set Macro ...
... of small subjects such as insects or flowers. 1 Press (Macro) on the control button, then select the desired mode with b/B t z. (Auto): The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close -up . Using the self-timer 1 Press (Self-Timer) on the control button, then select the desired... when the shutter button is in the image. This is to prevent blurring due to [Auto] when the camera is pressed. 2 Press the shutter button. Normally, put the camera in this setting if you want to include yourself in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode or Movie Mode. Set Macro ...
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Notes • [Flash On] and [Slow Synchro (Flash On)] are not available when the camera is in bright outside light, adjust the screen brightness up. However, the battery power may decrease faster under such condition. 26GB Changing the screen display 1 ...
Notes • [Flash On] and [Slow Synchro (Flash On)] are not available when the camera is in bright outside light, adjust the screen brightness up. However, the battery power may decrease faster under such condition. 26GB Changing the screen display 1 ...
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...shootable images is greater than 9,999, the ">9999" indicator appears. • When an image shot with 16:9 aspect ratio, both edges may not appear in the actual image size. Using ... Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera, the image may be cut off. Note • When you print images shot with other cameras is displayed. 28GB A list of Scene Selection modes is played back on this camera Size Approx. 11 MB 256 MB... 482 987 2005 3955 7986 16230 Notes • The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the recording media. • When the number of...
...shootable images is greater than 9,999, the ">9999" indicator appears. • When an image shot with 16:9 aspect ratio, both edges may not appear in the actual image size. Using ... Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera, the image may be cut off. Note • When you print images shot with other cameras is displayed. 28GB A list of Scene Selection modes is played back on this camera Size Approx. 11 MB 256 MB... 482 987 2005 3955 7986 16230 Notes • The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the recording media. • When the number of...