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.../Settings Search Index Index How to use this handbook, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows (t). Search for information by operation. Operate the camera in the camera's default setting. Indicates cautions and limitations relevant to view. Marks are shown as they appear in the order indicated. Marks and notations used in...
.../Settings Search Index Index How to use this handbook, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows (t). Search for information by operation. Operate the camera in the camera's default setting. Indicates cautions and limitations relevant to view. Marks are shown as they appear in the order indicated. Marks and notations used in...
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... LCD screen or the lens to operate properly with : - ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) - ("Memory Stick PRO- Therefore, movies recorded using this camera: "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, "Memory Stick Duo" media, SD memory card and SDHC memory card. A... Index 3GB Continued r "Memory Stick Duo" media Adaptor Notes on the battery pack • Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for long periods may be played on devices that you use (sold separately). The screen may cause malfunctions. When using a "Memory Stick Duo...
... LCD screen or the lens to operate properly with : - ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) - ("Memory Stick PRO- Therefore, movies recorded using this camera: "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, "Memory Stick Duo" media, SD memory card and SDHC memory card. A... Index 3GB Continued r "Memory Stick Duo" media Adaptor Notes on the battery pack • Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for long periods may be played on devices that you use (sold separately). The screen may cause malfunctions. When using a "Memory Stick Duo...
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...; If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you will be unable to shoot with moisture remaining inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings ...Search Index On moisture condensation • If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the lens, you attempt to record clear images. The ...
...; If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you will be unable to shoot with moisture remaining inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings ...Search Index On moisture condensation • If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the lens, you attempt to record clear images. The ...
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Table of contents Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook 2 Notes on using the camera 3 Operation Search 8 MENU/Settings Search 10 Identifying parts 14 List of icons displayed on the screen 15 Using the mode dial 17 Using the internal ... Panorama 23 Scene Selection 25 Movie Mode 27 Zoom 28 DISP (Screen Display Settings 29 Flash 30 Smile Shutter 31 Self-Timer 32 Viewing Viewing still images 33 Playback zoom 34 Image Index 35 Delete 36 Viewing movies 37 5GB
Table of contents Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook 2 Notes on using the camera 3 Operation Search 8 MENU/Settings Search 10 Identifying parts 14 List of icons displayed on the screen 15 Using the mode dial 17 Using the internal ... Panorama 23 Scene Selection 25 Movie Mode 27 Zoom 28 DISP (Screen Display Settings 29 Flash 30 Smile Shutter 31 Self-Timer 32 Viewing Viewing still images 33 Playback zoom 34 Image Index 35 Delete 36 Viewing movies 37 5GB
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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting 10 MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing 11 Settings Setting items 12 TV Viewing images on a TV 96 Computer Using with your computer 100 Using the software 101 Connecting the camera to the computer 103 Uploading images to a media service 105 Printing Printing still images 107 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 109 Warning messages 117 Index 6GB
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting 10 MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing 11 Settings Setting items 12 TV Viewing images on a TV 96 Computer Using with your computer 100 Using the software 101 Connecting the camera to the computer 103 Uploading images to a media service 105 Printing Printing still images 107 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 109 Warning messages 117 Index 6GB
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Operation Search Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Leaving the settings to the camera Intelligent Auto Adjustment 19 Scene Selection 25 Scene Recognition 51 Shooting portraits Soft Snap 25 Twilight Portrait 25 Smile Shutter 31 Scene Recognition... 51 Face Detection 54 Anti Blink 57 Red Eye Reduction 73 Shooting panoramic images Sweep Panorama 23 Shooting best shots of Pet 25 your pet Shooting moving objects Movie Mode 27 Burst Settings 43 Shooting without blur High Sensitivity 25 2-second delay self-timer...
Operation Search Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Leaving the settings to the camera Intelligent Auto Adjustment 19 Scene Selection 25 Scene Recognition 51 Shooting portraits Soft Snap 25 Twilight Portrait 25 Smile Shutter 31 Scene Recognition... 51 Face Detection 54 Anti Blink 57 Red Eye Reduction 73 Shooting panoramic images Sweep Panorama 23 Shooting best shots of Pet 25 your pet Shooting moving objects Movie Mode 27 Burst Settings 43 Shooting without blur High Sensitivity 25 2-second delay self-timer...
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... - - Index 10GB indicates settings that can select the various shooting functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button and set the camera to shooting mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. 3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on the control button. 4 Press the MENU...
... - - Index 10GB indicates settings that can select the various shooting functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button and set the camera to shooting mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. 3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on the control button. 4 Press the MENU...
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Table of contents Categories Clock Settings Items Area Setting Date & Time Setting Notes • [Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. • [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a memory card is not inserted. Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index 13GB
Table of contents Categories Clock Settings Items Area Setting Date & Time Setting Notes • [Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. • [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a memory card is not inserted. Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index 13GB
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... cover V Memory card slot W Access lamp X Battery eject lever Y Battery insertion slot * Using the wrist strap The wrist strap is already attached to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Place your hand through the loop to the...
... cover V Memory card slot W Access lamp X Battery eject lever Y Battery insertion slot * Using the wrist strap The wrist strap is already attached to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Place your hand through the loop to the...
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When shooting still images A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Image Size Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index • The icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. When shooting movies When playing back Scene Selection Mode dial (Intelligent Auto Adjustment, Program Auto, Sweep Panorama, Movie Mode) Scene Recognition...
When shooting still images A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Image Size Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index • The icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. When shooting movies When playing back Scene Selection Mode dial (Intelligent Auto Adjustment, Program Auto, Sweep Panorama, Movie Mode) Scene Recognition...
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...Notes • You cannot transfer image data on a memory card to the internal memory. • By making a USB connection between the camera and a computer with sufficient free capacity, then perform the procedure explained in the internal memory We recommend that you copy (back up ) ... images on pages 103 without error using the internal B Internal memory. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Using the internal memory The camera has approximately 19 MB of the following methods. On image data stored in [Copy] (page 92). B [Playback]: Images on a computer...
...Notes • You cannot transfer image data on a memory card to the internal memory. • By making a USB connection between the camera and a computer with sufficient free capacity, then perform the procedure explained in the internal memory We recommend that you copy (back up ) ... images on pages 103 without error using the internal B Internal memory. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Using the internal memory The camera has approximately 19 MB of the following methods. On image data stored in [Copy] (page 92). B [Playback]: Images on a computer...
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...19GB The subject is backlit or there is seen through glass. - This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting (page 48). zOn Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in the .... - There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. - Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Intelligent Auto Adjustment Allows you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on • The shortest shooting distance is approximately 10 cm (4 inches) (W)/100 cm (3...
...19GB The subject is backlit or there is seen through glass. - This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting (page 48). zOn Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in the .... - There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. - Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Intelligent Auto Adjustment Allows you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on • The shortest shooting distance is approximately 10 cm (4 inches) (W)/100 cm (3...
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This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see page 51. For details, see . 1 Set the mode dial to shoot still images using a tripod), (Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (...] or [Small] size. on the control button t desired mode Select between [Auto] or [Off] mode. Scene Recognition icon The camera recognizes (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using the minimum necessary functions. zFunctions available in Easy Shooting mode. Index 20GB Continued r on ...
This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see page 51. For details, see . 1 Set the mode dial to shoot still images using a tripod), (Backlight), (Backlight Portrait), (...] or [Small] size. on the control button t desired mode Select between [Auto] or [Off] mode. Scene Recognition icon The camera recognizes (Twilight), (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using the minimum necessary functions. zFunctions available in Easy Shooting mode. Index 20GB Continued r on ...
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..., the stitched part will not be successful. Objects are too close to record a full panoramic image. • Since several images are much camera shake Index 23GB Continued r Objects are moving - that flicker such as fluorescent light, the brightness or color of panoramic shooting and the angle ...this happens, change such as sky, sandy beach, or lawn - If this happens, move the camera fast to the camera - Image with little contrast such as waves or water falls - You pan the camera too fast or too slow - Image with a repeating pattern such as tiles and image with the...
..., the stitched part will not be successful. Objects are too close to record a full panoramic image. • Since several images are much camera shake Index 23GB Continued r Objects are moving - that flicker such as fluorescent light, the brightness or color of panoramic shooting and the angle ...this happens, change such as sky, sandy beach, or lawn - If this happens, move the camera fast to the camera - Image with little contrast such as waves or water falls - You pan the camera too fast or too slow - Image with a repeating pattern such as tiles and image with the...
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...], [Up] and [Down] t z Image Size: MENU t [Image Size] t select [Standard] or [Wide] t z zTips for still subjects, rather than moving ones. Sweep Panorama is better suited for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as possible Horizontal direction • Determine... the control button while panoramic images are played back with the supplied software "PMB" (page 101). • Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be scrolled correctly. 24GB Press the W (zoom) button to display the whole image again.
...], [Up] and [Down] t z Image Size: MENU t [Image Size] t select [Standard] or [Wide] t z zTips for still subjects, rather than moving ones. Sweep Panorama is better suited for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as possible Horizontal direction • Determine... the control button while panoramic images are played back with the supplied software "PMB" (page 101). • Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be scrolled correctly. 24GB Press the W (zoom) button to display the whole image again.
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... slower and the images tend to the scene condition, a combination of functions is recommended. indicates settings that can use of a tripod is determined by the camera. indicates settings that cannot be selected. Flash Face Detection/ Smile Shutter Self-Timer *2 Burst Settings - Index 26GB Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search...
... slower and the images tend to the scene condition, a combination of functions is recommended. indicates settings that can use of a tripod is determined by the camera. indicates settings that cannot be selected. Flash Face Detection/ Smile Shutter Self-Timer *2 Burst Settings - Index 26GB Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search...
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T button W button Notes • Zoom is recorded when the zoom function operates while shooting a movie. Press the T button to zoom in Sweep Panorama mode. • The operating sound of contents Operation Search Zoom You can enlarge images up to zoom out. • When the zoom scale exceeds 7×, see page 71. Table of the lens is fixed to the W side when shooting in , and the W button to 7×. 1 Press the W/T (zoom) button. MENU/Settings Search Index 28GB The camera's optical zoom function can enlarge the image when shooting.
T button W button Notes • Zoom is recorded when the zoom function operates while shooting a movie. Press the T button to zoom in Sweep Panorama mode. • The operating sound of contents Operation Search Zoom You can enlarge images up to zoom out. • When the zoom scale exceeds 7×, see page 71. Table of the lens is fixed to the W side when shooting in , and the W button to 7×. 1 Press the W/T (zoom) button. MENU/Settings Search Index 28GB The camera's optical zoom function can enlarge the image when shooting.
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The shutter speed is automatically selected.) Index 30GB Camera Subject Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in Scene Selection. ([Off] is slow in a dark place to [Off]. The first flash adjusts the light quantity. • While ...) Flash automatically operates in flash photos This is backlight. zWhen the "White circular spots" appears in dark locations or when there is caused by the camera's flash, they are accentuated by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. Notes • The flash strobes twice. Flash always operates. Flash does...
The shutter speed is automatically selected.) Index 30GB Camera Subject Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in Scene Selection. ([Off] is slow in a dark place to [Off]. The first flash adjusts the light quantity. • While ...) Flash automatically operates in flash photos This is backlight. zWhen the "White circular spots" appears in dark locations or when there is caused by the camera's flash, they are accentuated by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. Notes • The flash strobes twice. Flash always operates. Flash does...
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... a clear smile with z on the control button (page 54). • If a smile is released automatically. 1 Press (Smile) on the indicator, the camera records images automatically. Index 31GB zHints for a smile to be as level as possible. Do not obscure the face by hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. 2 Try...any person whose face is selected, you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the camera shoots the image, then returns to orient the face in setting menu. If you cannot use the digital zoom function. • If Sweep Panorama or Movie Mode is being detected smiles. ...
... a clear smile with z on the control button (page 54). • If a smile is released automatically. 1 Press (Smile) on the indicator, the camera records images automatically. Index 31GB zHints for a smile to be as level as possible. Do not obscure the face by hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. 2 Try...any person whose face is selected, you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the camera shoots the image, then returns to orient the face in setting menu. If you cannot use the digital zoom function. • If Sweep Panorama or Movie Mode is being detected smiles. ...
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...is not valid when shooting in mind. • Shoot with the below tips in Sweep Panorama mode. Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. Camera shake occurs frequently under low-light or slow shutter speed conditions, such as those encountered in the LCD screen. In such a case, shoot with...] cannot be selected. • The self-timer is reflected in (Twilight Portrait) or (Twilight) mode. Sets the self-timer to hold the camera steady. 32GB Table of contents Operation Search Self-Timer 1 Press (Self-Timer) on a flat surface to Self-portrait timer. When you can also...
...is not valid when shooting in mind. • Shoot with the below tips in Sweep Panorama mode. Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. Camera shake occurs frequently under low-light or slow shutter speed conditions, such as those encountered in the LCD screen. In such a case, shoot with...] cannot be selected. • The self-timer is reflected in (Twilight Portrait) or (Twilight) mode. Sets the self-timer to hold the camera steady. 32GB Table of contents Operation Search Self-Timer 1 Press (Self-Timer) on a flat surface to Self-portrait timer. When you can also...