EN 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.com/ This camera includes a BEST SHOT scene for analyzing golf swings.
Accessories As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all accessories shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-160) USB-AC adaptor (AD-C54UJ) To attach the strap to the camera Attach strap here.
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Contents Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Read this first! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ]\ General Guide 11 ]\ Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them 12 ]\ Quick Start Basics 16 What you can do with your CASIO camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Tilting the Monitor Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shooting a Burst of Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CS) . . 58 ] ] ] Shooting with High Speed CS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Shooting with Prerecord CS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Using Continuous Shutter with Auto Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (AF CS) . . . 61 Triggering a Self-timer Operation with Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . (Handsfree) . .
]\ Advanced Settings (REC MENU) 99 Configuring Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Changing to Left-handed Golfer Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Lefty) . 100 Auto Trimming the Beginning and End of a Movie . .(Movie Editing (Golf)) . 100 Using a Smartphone as a Camera Remote Controller . (Remote Capture) . 100 Configuring Handsfree Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Handsfree) .
]\ Viewing Snapshots and Movies 120 Viewing Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing a Movie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing a Panorama Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing Continuous Shutter Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ] ] ] 120 120 121 122 Deleting Continuous Shutter Images . .
]\ Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing 146 Recording a Swing and Moment of Impact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Recording in Slow Motion from Behind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Slow motion behind (outdoors/indoors)) . . Recording in Slow Motion from the Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Slow motion front (outdoors/indoors)) . . Recording the Moment of Impact in Slow Motion . . .
]\ Printing 186 Printing Snapshots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (DPOF Printing) . 186 ]\ Using the Camera with a Computer 191 Things you can do using a computer... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Using the Camera with a Windows Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
]\ Appendix 213 Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Precautions During Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 ] ] ] Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Battery Precautions. . . . . . .
General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained.
Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them 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. .
. Snapshot Recording (Burst Shooting) 1 234 8 7 5 1Continuous Shutter (CS) speed (page 58) 2Recording mode (page 32) 3Remaining snapshot memory capacity (page 241) 4Allowable CS time*/number of CS images (page 58) * It is not displayed while shooting with Prerecord CS. 5Remaining movie memory capacity (page 242) 6Continuous Shutter mode (page 58) 7Prerecord CS shots (page 59) 8Maximum CS shots (page 58) 6 .
. Snapshot Viewing 6Recording mode (page 32) 7Histogram (page 117) 5 8Front shutter button function (page 131) bt 6 9Wireless LAN connection status bs (pages 180, 182) 7 bkDate/time (page 209) br 8 blMetering mode (page 52) bq 9 bmWhite balance (page 139) bp bo bnBattery level indicator (page 25) bn bmbl bk boFlash (page 50) bpExposure compensation (page 49) 1 File type 2 Protect indicator (page 141) bqShutter speed brAperture value 3 Snapshot image size (page 103) bsISO sensitivity (page 47) btFocal dista
. Configuring Monitor Screen Settings Each press of [8] (DISP) will cycle through display settings that display or hide on-screen information. You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. [8] (DISP) REC mode Information on Displays setting information. Information off Hides setting information. PLAY mode Information on Displays settings when shooting, current date and time, histogram (page 117), and other information. Information off No information displayed when shooting.
Quick Start Basics 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 main functions. Golf Swing Shooting and Analysis Use High Speed Movie to shoot your swing and then use on-screen guidelines to check your posture, plane, etc. You can even play back two swings side-by-side on the monitor screen for comparison.
Premium Auto Pro Select Premium Auto Pro recording and the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a subject or scenery, and other conditions. Premium Auto Pro delivers higher image quality than standard Auto. *See page 32 for more information. Quick Collage This function can be used to combine multiple snapshots into a single collage image. *See page 132 for more information.
Tilting the Monitor Screen The monitor screen can be tilted upwards up to 180 degrees. . Tilting the Monitor Screen As shown in the illustration, you can tilt the monitor screen by opening it from the bottom. . Returning the Monitor Screen to Its Normal Position You can return the monitor screen to its normal position by holding the bottom of the monitor screen and rotate it.
. What you can do with the camera... Shoot self-portraits You can position the monitor screen so it faces in the same direction as the lens, for easy composition of self-portraits. You can also use a stand on the back of the camera to keep the camera upright when placed on a tabletop or other surface. Low-angle shots The tilt angle of the monitor screen can be adjusted for each composition of images from various low angles.
First, charge the battery prior to use. Note that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps below to load the battery into the camera and charge it. • Your camera requires a special CASIO rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-160) for power. Never try to use any other type of battery. To load the battery 1. Open the battery cover. 2. Load the battery.
To replace the battery 1. Open the battery cover and remove the current battery. 2. Load a new battery. Stopper Charge the Battery You can use either of the two following methods to charge the camera’s battery. • USB-AC adaptor • USB connection to a computer (Using the included micro USB cable.) . To charge with the USB-AC adaptor The adaptor lets you charge the battery while it is loaded in the camera. While the camera is turned off, connect in the sequence shown below.
IMPORTANT! • A battery that has not been used for a long time, or ambient temperature extremes can cause charging to take longer than normal. If charging takes longer than about five hours, a timer will terminate it automatically, even if the battery is not fully charged. This is indicated by the back lamp flashing red. If the battery has not been used for a very long time, charging may be terminated automatically and the back lamp may start flashing red after only about 60 minutes.
. To charge using a USB connection to a computer USB connection lets you charge the battery while it is loaded in the camera. While the camera is turned off, connect in the sequence shown below (1, 2). Computer (power turned on) [USB] port USB port 1 Micro USB cable (included with camera) USB 2 u mark of the small (micro USB) connector facing the monitor screen side of the camera. • If the camera is on, press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn it off before connecting it to your computer.
Back Lamp Operation Back lamp Lamp Status Description Lit Red, (Lit/Flashing Amber) Charging Flashing Red Abnormal ambient temperature, charging taking abnormally long, or battery problem (page 227) Off, (Lit Green) Charging complete • The information in parentheses in the above table shows the lamp status while the camera is turned on during charging.
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 Low * White * * White * * Red * Red indicates battery power is low. Charge the battery as soon as possible. Recording is not possible when is indicated. Charge the battery immediately. • The level shown by the battery indicator may change when you switch between the REC mode and PLAY mode.
1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the camera. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the language you want and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select a date style and then press [SET]. [ON/OFF] (Power) Example: July 10, 2015 YY/MM/DD * 15/7/10 DD/MM/YY * 10/7/15 MM/DD/YY * 7/10/15 4. Set the date and the time. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want to change and then use [8] and [2] to change it.
Preparing a Memory Card Though the camera has built-in memory that can be used to store images and movies, you probably will want to purchase a commercially available memory card for greater capacity. The camera does not come with a memory card. Images recorded while a memory card is loaded are saved to the memory card. When no memory card is loaded, images are saved to built-in memory. • For information about memory card capacities, see page 241.
To load a memory card 1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn off the camera and then open the battery cover. 2. Load a memory card. Positioning the memory card so its front is facing upwards (towards the lens 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. IMPORTANT! • Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 27) into the memory card slot.
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. To format (initialize) a new memory card Format a memory card on the camera before using it for the first time.
Turning the Camera On and Off . To turn power on Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) enters the REC mode so you can record images. Pressing [p] (PLAY) while in the REC mode enters the PLAY mode, which you can use to view snapshots and movies (pages 36, 120). • You also can turn on the camera by pressing [p] (PLAY). • Pressing the shutter button while in the PLAY mode returns to the REC mode. • Take care to ensure that nothing is restricting or coming into contact with the lens as it extends.
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 (Program Auto or Premium Auto Pro) according to your digital imaging needs. Setting REC Screen Icon Display Description Ù Program Auto This is the standard Auto recording mode. Ý Premium Auto Pro With Premium Auto Pro recording, the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a subject or scenery, and other conditions.
To shoot a snapshot 1. Point the camera at the subject. • If you are shooting with Premium Auto Pro, text will appear at the bottom of the monitor screen describing the type of shot the camera has detected. • You can zoom the image, if you want. Appears when the camera detects it is stationary on a tripod. Zoom controller w Wide Angle z Telephoto If the camera decides that it needs to shoot a series of images with Continuous Shutter (CS), it will display “Š”.
3. Continuing to keep the camera still, press the shutter button the rest of the way down. Full-press This records the snapshot. Snap (Image is recorded.) 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 71 High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 74 High speed movie (HS movie): page 74 . If the image does not focus...
. Shooting with Premium Auto Pro • Some menu items are not available while Premium Auto Pro is in use (page 99). Only the menu items whose settings can be configured will be displayed on the menus while Premium Auto Pro is in use. • In addition to shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity, the camera automatically executes the following operation as required when shooting with Premium Auto Pro.
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 120. • For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page 122. 1. Turn on the camera and 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 14).
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 123. • If you select “Disabled” for the “Delete Key” setting on the “¥ SETTING” menu (page 207), the delete menu will not appear when you press [2] ( ) (Delete).
. To delete all files 1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ( 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete All Files” and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and then press [SET] to delete all files. ). This will cause the message “There are no files.” to appear. Snapshot Shooting Precautions Operation • Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green.
. Auto Focus Restrictions • Any of the following can make proper focus impossible.
Snapshot Tutorial Selecting the Recording Mode Your camera has a variety of different recording modes. Before recording an image, select the recording mode that suits the type of image you are trying to record. 1. In the REC mode, press [MODE]. 2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the recording mode you want to use, and then press [SET].
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] • You can also display the Control Panel by pressing [2]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change, and use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want. This will select one of the Control Panel icons and display its settings.
Using the Self-timer (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. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. Setting REC Screen Icon Display (Self-timer) Control Panel option.
NOTE • The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. High Speed CS with Prerecord CS, Prerecord (Movie), Slide Panorama, Wide Shot, Triple Shot • The Triple Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features.
Setting · Manual WB REC Screen Description Icon Display For configuring the camera manually to suit a particular light source Blank white paper 1 Select “Manual WB”. 2 Under the lighting conditions you plan to use when shooting, point the camera at a blank white piece of paper so it fills the entire monitor screen and then press the shutter button. 3 Press [SET]. The white balance setting is retained even if you turn off the camera.
Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus) • Auto Focus is the only focus mode available while Make-up (page 48) or Face Detection (page 110) is enabled. To select another focus mode, first turn off Makeup and Face Detection. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. Settings Q AF (Auto Focus) REC Screen Icon Display None Type of Shot (Focus) Control Panel option.
NOTE • An Auto Macro feature detects how far the subject is from the lens and automatically selects either Macro Focus or Auto Focus accordingly. • Use of the flash together with Macro Focus can cause the light of the flash to become blocked, which may result in unwanted lens shadows in your image. • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while shooting with Auto Focus, Macro Focus, or Manual Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen to tell you the focus range, as shown below.
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 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. Setting Auto ISO80 ISO100 (ISO Sensitivity) Control Panel option. REC Screen Description Icon Display None Adjusts sensitivity automatically according to conditions. Lower sensitivity Slow shutter speed Less noise Fast shutter speed (Set for shooting in dimly lit areas.
Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up) Make-up enables adjustment of human skin tone hues and texture, and softening of facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. Make-up can be used with the recording modes listed below. • Program Auto • Premium Auto Pro • Some BEST SHOT scenes • Make-up BKT 1. Enter the REC mode, and then press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the then press [SET]. 3.
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 3. Use [4] and [6] to adjust the exposure compensation value. (EV Shift) Control Panel option. [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]. Setting > Auto Flash 3. REC Screen Icon Display None Flash [2] ( ) Description Flash fires automatically in accordance with exposure (amount of light and brightness) conditions. ? Flash Off Flash does not fire. < Flash On Flash always fires.
IMPORTANT! • Foreign matter on the flash window can react with the light of the flash, producing some smoke and abnormal odor. Though this does not indicate malfunction, oil from your fingers and other foreign matter when left on the flash window can become difficult to clean off later. Because of this, you should make it a regular habit to wipe the window clean regularly with a soft, dry cloth. NOTE • Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash.
Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering) The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. Setting B Multi REC Screen Icon Display None (Metering) Control Panel option. Description Multi-pattern metering divides the image into sections and measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading.
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 Zooming is performed by changing the lens focal distance, so there is no deterioration of image quality. HD Zoom Allows greater zoom capabilities by cutting out a portion of the original image and enlarging it, without deterioration of image quality.
Monitor Screen Information when Zooming A variety of information is shown on the monitor screen while a zoom operation is in progress. . Zoom Mode Icons Zoom mode Focal distance (Converted to 35 mm film format.) Focusing Range (Displayed for Auto Focus, Macro Focus, and Manual Focus.) Image quality limit (Deterioration starts from here.) Zoom bar The table below shows what appears on the monitor screen based on the zoom mode.
. 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. Deteriorated image range Wide Angle Telephoto Zoom pointer (Indicates current zoom.) Optical zoom limit point Point from which image deteriorates • The location of this point depends on the image size, the “Zoom (SR)” setting, and whether Multi SR Zoom is enabled. .
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 an image that enables shooting at higher zoom ratios without loss of image quality.
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 (page 56). 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Multi SR Zoom” (page 82). 2. Press the shutter button to shoot. NOTE • Multi SR Zoom is effective when you want to capture delicate textures. • The following functions are disabled when shooting with Multi SR Zoom.
Shooting a Burst of Images (CS) Shooting with High Speed CS With High Speed CS, recording continues as long as you keep the shutter button depressed. The table below shows the settings that can be specified for the CS speed and the number of images per High Speed CS operation. CS Speed (High Speed CS fps) 3 fps, 5 fps, 10 fps, 15 fps, 30 fps fps = frames per second Maximum CS Shots 5, 10, 20, 30 CS speed Maximum CS shots 1. Select Program Auto as the recording mode (page 40). 2. Press [MENU]. 3.
10. Use [4] and [6] to select the maximum number of shots and then press [SET]. 11. Press the shutter button the rest of the way and hold it down. Shooting of images will continue as long as you depress the shutter button or until the maximum number of images specified by “High Speed CS fps” is reached. Shooting with Prerecord CS Half-pressing and holding the shutter button causes a pre-record buffer to be continually updated with images.
8. Use [4] and [6] to select the continuous shutter (CS) speed you want. • Use a higher “High Speed CS fps” setting when shooting a fast-moving subject. 9. Use [8] and [2] to select the option. 10. Use [4] and [6] to select the maximum number of shots. 11. Use [8] and [2] to select the option. 12. Use [4] and [6] to select the number of Prerecord (Still) images and then press [SET].
NOTE • The greater the number of shots, the longer it takes to save them after shooting is complete. • When using a continuous shutter mode, keep the camera still until shooting is finished. • Zoom is disabled during continuous shutter operations. • When shooting with this function, the snapshot image quality automatically changes to “Normal”. • When shooting with this function, exposure and focus for the first image are applied for successive images as well.
NOTE • Zoom is disabled during continuous shutter operations. • The following image sizes cannot be selected while shooting with Auto Focus CS: 3:2, 16:9. If select AF CS while either of these image sizes is selected, the camera will automatically switch the images size setting to 16M. • The following camera features cannot be used while shooting with Auto Focus CS: Handsfree, Triple Self-timer, Single SR Zoom. • The settings in the table below are fixed while shooting with AF CS.
Triggering a Self-timer Operation with Motion (Handsfree) With the Handsfree Mode, the camera automatically triggers a self-timer countdown whenever it detects movement in the vicinity of an icon on the monitor screen. This means you can control operation of the self-timer from a distance by waving your hand, so you can include yourself in the image being shot. 1. Select one of the following as the recording mode: Program Auto, Premium Auto Pro, or Make-up or HS Best Selection (BEST SHOT scene).
NOTE • In the case of snapshot shooting, the camera will return to standby after an image is shot. The camera will automatically exit standby after 30 snapshots are shot using the Handsfree Mode. • Any one of the following will automatically exit standby: pressing the shutter button, changing the tilt orientation of the monitor screen, or turning the camera upside down.
Configuring Handsfree Mode Settings (Handsfree) Use the procedure below to configure Handsfree Mode settings. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “r REC MENU” tab, and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Handsfree” and then press [SET]. 4. Configure Handsfree settings. Setting Description Motion Shutter Specifies the camera operation that enters the Handsfree Mode.
Repositioning the Motion Detection Area (Motion Position) Use the procedure below to reposition the motion detection area (Start self-timer icon) as required when it (or the preview icon ) hinders your view of the display image. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “r REC MENU” tab, and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Motion Position” and then press [SET]. 4. Press [MODE].
Shooting with Artistic Effects (ART SHOT) A variety of artistic effects help to make even common, ordinary subjects become more novel and exciting. Scene Description HDR Art Uses HDR (High Dynamic Range, page 88) to turn normal images into works of art. Toy Camera Dark edges and altered hues make images look like they were shot by a toy camera. Soft Focus Overall blurring for a soft and romantic effect. Light Tone Weakened contrast for a feeling of airy refinement.
4. Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top. The intensity of the selected effect can be adjusted as described below.
NOTE • Depending on the “ART SHOT” scenes, some of the items on the menu that appears may not be usable. • With this “ART SHOT” scene, the flash setting automatically becomes ? (Flash Off). • Movie recording is disabled while “Sparkling Shot” or “ART SHOT Bracketing” is selected. • After shooting an image with “ART SHOT Bracketing”, you will not be able to shoot another image until save of the previous image is complete.
Shooting Three Versions of an Image with Different Skin Tone Settings (Make-up BKT) Make-up Bracketing (Make-up BKT) lets you shoot three versions of the same image with the press of the shutter button, each with a different Skin Tone setting. One of the images is shot using the camera’s current Skin Tone setting, while the other two images are shot using variations of the Skin Tone setting. 1. In the REC mode, press [MODE]. 2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select “Þ” (Make-up BKT) and then press [SET].
Recording Movies To record a movie The following procedure explains how to record a standard (STD) movie. This camera supports Premium Auto Pro movie recording (page 72). See the pages indicated below for more information about movies. High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 74 High speed movie (HS movie): page 74 [0] (Movie) 1. In the REC mode, press [MODE]. 2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select “Ù” (Program Auto) or “Ý” (Premium Auto Pro), and then press [SET]. 3. Press [MENU]. 4.
Recording Movies with Premium Auto Pro When Premium Auto Pro is enabled (page 32), the camera automatically make judgments about the subject, shooting conditions, and other parameters. The result is higher quality images than those produced by Program Auto recording. The shooting environment detected by the camera is displayed at the bottom of the REC mode screen. • Premium Auto Pro is enabled for FHD movies and STD movies only.
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. The camera may automatically adjust its monitor screen brightness in order to reduce heat generation. • 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.
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 [MODE]. 2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select “Ù” (Program Auto) or “Ý” (Premium Auto Pro), and then press [SET]. 3. Press [MENU]. 4.
4. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “r REC MENU” tab, and then press [SET]. 5. Use [8] and [2] to select “Movie Quality” and then press [6]. 6. Use [8] and [2] to select the frame rate (recording speed) you want and then press [SET]. A fast frame rate (such as 1000 fps) will result in a smaller image size. Movie Quality 7.
NOTE • The higher the frame rate (speed), the more lighting is required when shooting. When shooting a high speed movie, shoot in a well-lit environment. • When recording certain types of movies, the image that appears on the monitor screen may be smaller than normal. When recording a high speed movie, there are black bands along the top, bottom, left, and right of the screen. • When recording a high speed movie, light source flicker can cause horizontal bands to appear in the image.
Using Prerecord Movie (Prerecord (Movie)) Prerecord (Movie) maintains a pre-recording of approximately five seconds of action (approximately two seconds for High Speed Movie). When you start real-time recording, the pre-recorded content is stored followed by the real-time recording, to help make sure you do not miss anything by being late pressing the record button.
. 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.
4. Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the Control Panel option, and then press [SET]. 5. Use [8] and [2] to select “ Interval” or “ Total Time”, press [6], and then use [8] and [2] to change the setting. (Time Lapse Settings) Each scene is initially configured with unique “ Interval” and “ Total Time” default settings suitable for that scene. You can change these settings, if you want. 6. Interval Specifies the number of seconds between shots. Total Time Specifies the recording time.
• The following functions cannot be used with this function. Single SR Zoom, Anti Shake, Lighting, Continuous AF, Triple Self-timer, Handsfree, Face Detection, Metering, ISO, ISO High Limit, Make-up • The frame rate of playback of movies shot with this function is 20 fps. Movie quality depends on the scene you are using. Scene 1 to 6: FHD Scene 7 to 11: HD • Note that audio is not recorded when recording with this function.
Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie (Snapshot In 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 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. To shoot with BEST SHOT 1. In the REC mode, press [MODE]. 2.
. Using the Scene Information Screen To find out more about a scene, select it with the boundary on the scene menu and then rotate the zoom controller in either direction. • To return to the scene menu, rotate the zoom controller again. • To scroll between scenes, use [4] and [6]. • To configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene, press [SET]. . BEST SHOT Precautions • Sample images shown on BEST SHOT scene screens were not shot with this camera.
Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up) Make-up enables adjustment of human skin tone hues and texture, and softening of facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. 1. In the BEST SHOT mode, select “Make-up” (page 82). 2. Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the “ Control Panel option, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Skin Tone” or “Smooth Skin”, and then use [4] and [6] to change the setting value.
Shooting with Triple Shot Triple Shot shoots a burst of three images and stores them in memory. This feature is great for making sure you don’t miss those special moments when kids are around. 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Triple Shot” (page 82). 2. Point the camera at the subject and then half-press the shutter button. The camera will start pre-recording images at this time.
Shooting with High Speed Anti Shake (HS Anti Shake) In addition to optical Anti Shake, a single press of the shutter button while HS Anti Shake is enabled causes the camera to record multiple images and automatically combine them. Use this feature to minimize image blur due to camera movement under conditions where optical anti shake is not possible for some reason. 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “HS Anti Shake” (page 82). 2. When you are ready to shoot, press the shutter button.
Shooting Bright Images in the Dark without Flash (HS Night Shot) The camera shoots a series of images and then merges them into a final image. The result is a bright image, even if shot in the dark without a flash. Shot with “Program Auto”, without flash Shot with “HS Night Shot” 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “HS Night Shot” (page 82). 2. Press the shutter button to shoot. • Take care to avoid camera movement and subject movement as you shoot.
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 BEST SHOT Mode, select “HDR” (page 82). 2. Press [SET], and use [8] and [2] to select the Panel option. 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the HDR Level setting you want, and then press [SET].
Shooting with a Blurred Background (Blurred Background) This function analyzes a burst of consecutive images and then blurs the background behind the main subject. This creates an effect that really makes the subject stand out, just like photographs taken with a single-lens reflex camera. The blur effect can be set to one of three levels. Shot with “Program Auto”. Shot with “Blurred Background”. 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Blurred Background” (page 82). 2.
Shooting with Full Focus Macro (All-In-Focus Macro) All-In-Focus Macro shoots and analyzes a burst of multiple images and combines them in a way that produces an image in which everything is in focus: from nearby objects to distant objects. “Program Auto” image All-In-Focus Macro 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “All-In-Focus Macro” (page 82). 2. Press the shutter button to shoot.
Shooting with Priority on Subject Faces (HS Best Selection) With HS 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 BEST SHOT Mode, select “HS Best Selection” (page 82). 2. Press the shutter button to shoot. NOTE • Shooting with this function causes the flash setting to change automatically to ? (Flash Off).
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.
5. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down and a slide cursor will appear on the monitor screen. Slowly move the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow on the screen until the slide cursor reaches the other end of its movement range (i.e. all the way to the right when moving the camera to the right). • The camera will start composing the panorama image internally when the slide cursor reached the other end of the movement range.
Shooting with a Super Wide Angle of View (Wide Shot) With this feature, a number of images are shot and then combined to produce an image with a super-wide angle of view that exceeds the widest angle of view possible with the lens. Converted to 35 mm equivalents, the focal distances available with this feature enable shooting with approximate angles of view of 15 mm and 19 mm. 25 mm (lens widest angle) 19 mm 15 mm 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Wide Shot” (page 82). 2.
5. Point the camera at the subject you want in the center of the image and then half-press the shutter button to focus. • The outer blue boundary on the screen indicates the recordable range of the image. Desired image Blue boundary Center part at the start of the shooting operation 6. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down and slowly move the camera in accordance with the instructions and arrow that appear on the monitor screen.
NOTE • The “15 mm” and “19 mm” angle of view values are approximate and are provided for reference only. Actual angle of view values are not guaranteed. • Zoom operations are not supported during Wide Shot shooting. The zoom setting is fixed at full wide angle. • This function makes it possible to shoot images with a maximum angle of view of 15 mm or 19 mm. Note, however, that shooting conditions can result in a smaller angle of view. • The following conditions are not compatible with Wide Shot shooting.
Using a TV Screen to Shoot Snapshots (HDMI TV Output) Use the procedure below to configure the camera for shooting snapshots with an aspect ratio of 16:9, as you compose them on a TV screen. 1. Turn off the camera and use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to a TV. HDMI connector HDMI input HDMI output (micro) HDMI cable (commercially available) HDMI micro connector 2. Turn on the camera. 3. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “HDMI TV Output” (page 82).
NOTE • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 128. • If you want to change the digital video signal format, first unplug the HDMI cable from the camera (page 129). • The settings in the table below are fixed while shooting with this function.
Advanced Settings (REC MENU) The following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings. • You also can use the Control Panel (page 41) to configure some of the settings that appear on the menu screen. Refer to the page references provided in this section for information about configuring settings using the Control Panel. Configuring Recording Settings . Example Menu Screen Operation 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
. 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 99. Press [4] and then use [8] and [2] to select the “r REC MENU” tab, and then press [SET]. Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Self-timer Press [MENU]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Self-timer” and then press [6].
Configuring Handsfree Settings (Handsfree) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Handsfree See pages 63, 65 for details. Configuring Motion Position Settings (Motion Position) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Motion Position See page 66 for details.
Assigning a Recording Function to the Front Shutter Button (Front Shutter) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Front Shutter This setting can be used to assign the recording function to be performed when the front shutter button is pressed while the camera is in the REC mode. Setting REC Screen Icon Display Description (When front shutter button is pressed) Standard Normal recording using the current camera setup.
Shooting a Burst of Images (CS) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * CS See page 58 for details.
• Available image sizes are limited for some functions as noted below. 16M This image size cannot be selected when using “HS Night Shot”. Selecting “16M” in another mode and then switching to “HS Night Shot” will cause the image size to change to “10M” automatically. 3:2, 16:9 These image sizes cannot be selected when using “High Speed CS” or “HS Night Shot”. Selecting “3:2” or “16:9” in another mode and then switching to “High Speed CS” will cause the image size to change to “16M” automatically.
Specifying Snapshot Image Quality (Image Quality) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Image Quality REC Screen Icon Description Display Setting Fine Gives image quality priority. Normal Normal • The “Fine” setting helps to bring out details when shooting a finely detailed image of nature that includes dense tree branches or leaves, or an image of a complex pattern.
Settings (Quality (pixels)) REC Screen Approximate Data Rate Description Icon Display (Frame Rate) STD 3.8 Megabits/second (30 frames/second) HS1000 40.0 Megabits/second (1000 frames/second) HS480 40.0 Megabits/second (480 frames/second) HS240 40.0 Megabits/second (240 frames/second) HS120 40.0 Megabits/second (120 frames/second) HS30-240 5.2 Megabits/second (30 frames/second) 40.4 Megabits/second (240 frames/second) HS30-120 10.2 Megabits/second (30 frames/second) 40.
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * ISO For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 47. Specifying the ISO Sensitivity Upper Limit (ISO High Limit) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * ISO High Limit Settings Auto REC Screen Icon Display None Description Shoots using the ISO sensitivity setting specified by the “ISO Sensitivity” setting (page 47).
Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement (Anti Shake) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” 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.
Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR)) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Zoom (SR) See page 56 for details. Turning Digital Zoom On or Off (Digital Zoom) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Digital Zoom Select “On” when you want to use digital zoom (page 53). • Digital zoom is disabled while shooting with the following feature.
Shooting with Face Detection (Face Detection) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Face Detection When shooting people, the face detection feature detects the faces of up to ten individuals and adjusts focus and brightness accordingly. 1. Use [8] and [2] to select “On” and then press [SET]. 2. Point the camera at the subject(s). The camera will detect human faces and display a frame around each one. 3. Half-press the shutter button.
Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” 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 “U Spot”. Settings Description š Intelligent The camera automatically determines the focus point on the screen and focuses there (intelligent AF). • Face detection (page 110) operates automatically.
IMPORTANT! • Auto Focus is disabled when “MF” (Manual Focus) is selected for the focus mode (page 45), even if you select an AF area. • Selecting “O Tracking” can cause vibration and noise to occur due to lens operation while tracking a subject. This does not indicate malfunction. • With some BEST SHOT scenes, there are restrictions on the use of AF area settings. Because of this, you may not be able to use certain settings or you may not be able to specify any AF Area setting.
Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Lighting You can use this setting to optimize the balance between bright areas and dark areas when shooting images. Settings Description On Performs brightness correction. When this option is selected, it takes longer for the image to be stored after the shutter button is pressed. Off Does not perform brightness correction. NOTE • Lighting is disabled during movie recording.
Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * EV Shift For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 49. Adjusting White Balance (White Balance) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * White Balance For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 43. Using the Self-timer (Self-timer) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Self-timer For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 42.
Specifying Flash Intensity (Flash Intensity) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” 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. Controlling Image Sharpness (Sharpness) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Sharpness You can specify one of five sharpness settings from +2 (sharpest) to –2 (least sharp).
Using the Auto Focus Assist Light (AF Assist Light) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” 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.
Using Icon Help (Icon Help) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” Tab * Icon Help While Icon Help is turned on, a textual description will appear on the display for certain icons when you switch between REC functions.
Movie Range Selecting “On” for this setting displays a semitransparent gray frame on the monitor screen. The area within the frame is what is recorded as the movie. Semi-transparent gray frame . 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.
Configuring Power On Default Settings (Memory) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “r REC MENU” 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.
Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots See page 36 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: »/» (Time Lapse) 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.
Zoom Rotate the zoom controller in the direction of z ([). • During movie playback, you can zoom the image and then use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll around the image on the monitor screen. You can zoom a movie image up to 4.5 times normal size. • You cannot scroll around a zoomed movie image while playback is paused. Stop playback [MENU] • Playback may not be possible for movies not recorded with this camera.
Viewing Continuous Shutter Images Each time you shoot with continuous shutter (CS), the camera creates a group that includes all of the images for that particular session. You can use the following procedure to play back the images in a particular group. 1. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the group whose images you want to view. Number of image files in the group Group icon First image in the group 2. Press [SET] to start playback.
Playback Controls [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. • Rotating the zoom controller towards w (]) while an image is not zoomed will display a menu of images in the current CS group.
. Deleting Multiple Files in a Group 1. While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “Edit Group” 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 Group Use the following to divide up a Group into individual images. . Dividing Up a Specific Group 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “p PLAY MENU” tab, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Divide Group” and then press [6]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Select File”, and then press [SET]. 5. Use [4] and [6] to display the group you want to divide up. 6. Use [8] and [2] to select “Divide” and then press [SET].
Copying a Group Image Use the following procedure to copy an image in a group to a location outside of the group. 1. While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “Edit Group” 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]. NOTE • The functions below cannot be performed on snapshots inside a group.
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. Rotate 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. Rotate 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 a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to the TV. • Use a commercially available HDMI cable that is marked with the logo shown to the right. • Make sure that the camera is turned off before plugging in or unplugging the cable. Check the user documentation that comes with the TV for information about requirements before plugging into or unplugging from the TV.
NOTE • Use a HDMI cable that with a plug that is compatible with the camera’s HDMI micro connector on one end, and a plug that is compatible with your TV’s HDMI connector on the other end. • Proper image and/or audio output and other operations may not be possible with some devices. • Connecting the camera to the HDMI connector of another device can damage both the camera and the other device. Never connect two HDMI output connectors to each other.
Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other playback operations. For information about menu operations, see page 99. Displaying Two Movies Side-by-side (Dual Screen Play) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Dual Screen Play See page 168 for details. Burning Guidelines into a Previously Recorded Movie (Burn Lines) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Burn Lines See page 167 for details.
Assigning a Function to the Front Shutter Button (Front Shutter) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Front Shutter This setting can be used to assign the function to be performed when the front shutter button is pressed while the camera is in the PLAY mode. Setting PLAY Screen Description (When front shutter button is Icon Display pressed) Standard Enters the REC mode. Quick Collage Create a collage image automatically (page 132).
Viewing Snapshots and Movies in Camera Memory on a Smartphone (View on phone) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * View on phone See page 185 for details. Creating a Collage Image (Quick Collage) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Quick Collage This function can be used to combine multiple snapshots into a single collage image. 1. Use [4] and [6] to select the layout you want. 2. Press [SET]. This creates and stores the collage image.
Playing a Slideshow on the Camera (Slideshow) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Slideshow Start Starts the slideshow Images Specifies the type of images to be included in the slideshow All images: Snapshots, movies, continuous shutter images All except Z: All non-continuous shutter (CS) images T Only: Snapshots only » Only: Movies only » Only: Timelapse only Time Time from the start to the end of the slideshow 3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes Interval Am
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. • Snapshots that are part of a group are displayed the same as those shot with the single shot mode, and not as a group.
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.
Editing a Movie on the Camera (Movie Editing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Movie Screen of Movie to be Edited * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Movie Editing The Movie Editing feature lets you use one of the following procedures to edit out a specific part of a movie. Previous Cut Cuts everything from the beginning of the movie up to the current location. Intermediate Cut Cuts everything between two points. Next Cut Cuts everything from the current location to the end of the movie. 1.
IMPORTANT! • When you edit a movie, only the result is saved. The original movie is not retained. An editing operation cannot be undone. NOTE • A movie that is shorter than five seconds cannot be edited. • Editing of movies recorded with a different type of camera is not supported. • You will not be able to edit a movie if the amount of remaining memory capacity is less than the size of the movie file you want to edit.
To merge two movies (Movie Merge) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Display one of the movies you want to merge. * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Movie Merge This procedure combines two movies. The play times of the each movies must be less than 10 minutes, and the two movies must be of the same quality and frame rate. Note that merging of two High Speed Movies is not supported. 1. Use [4] and [6] to select the movie you want to merge with the one that was displayed when you pressed [MENU].
Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Lighting You can use this setting to adjust the balance between bright areas and dark areas in existing images in the range of 0 (no optimization) to +2 (bright). NOTE • Correcting the lighting when shooting produces better results (page 113). • Altering the lighting of an image causes the original image and the new (altered) version to be stored as separate files.
Adjusting the Brightness of an Existing Snapshot (Brightness) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Brightness You can select one of five brightness levels, from +2 (brightest) to –2 (least bright). NOTE • 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] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Protect Protects specific files. 1 Use [4] and [6] to select the image that you want to protect. • To view a particular image, rotate the zoom controller. Select File 2 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 an protected image and then press [SET].
. To protect all the images in a group 1. While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Protect” and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Frame all”, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select “All Frames On” and then press [SET]. This will protect all the images in the group and display the › icon. • To unprotect all of the images in the group, select “All Frames Off” in step 4 and then press [SET].
Rotating an Image (Rotation) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot or Movie Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” 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.
Cropping a Snapshot (Trimming) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” 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].
Combining CS Images into a Single Still Image (CS Multi Print) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Display CS group. * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” 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]. This converts the CS group to a 16M (4608x3456) image with up to 30 CS frames (5 vertical x 6 horizontal). • This camera may not be able to correctly convert a CS group image with another camera.
Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing This guide explains how to use the BEST SHOT golf swing scenes to record a golf swing and then analyze its movements.
Recording a Swing and Moment of Impact Your camera includes a variety of recording features that make it easy to check your golf swing and moment of impact. The BEST SHOT scenes available for golf swing recording are listed below. Select the one that suits the kind of analysis you want to perform.
5. Use [4] and [6] to select the movie quality setting you want and then press [SET]. Movie Quality 6. REC Screen Icon Display Frame Rate Image Size (Pixels) HS120 120fps 640 x 480 HS240 240fps 512 x 384 Perform the operation required for the type of image you want to shoot. • To self-shoot from behind with the Handsfree Mode (page 148). • To self-shoot from behind with the self-timer (page 149). • To shoot from behind with normal movie recording (page 150). .
4. Move a golf club or something else near the (start self-timer) icon. When the camera detects subject movement near the icon, it will automatically start a countdown from the Handsfree timer start time. The camera will start shooting the movie when the countdown reaches zero. After five seconds, recording will stop automatically and the (preview) icon will appear on the monitor screen.
. To shoot from behind with normal movie recording 1. Get the golfer’s body aligned with the guide that appears on the camera monitor screen. 2. Press [0] (Movie). This starts movie recording. 3. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop recording.
Recording in Slow Motion from the Front (Slow motion front (outdoors/indoors)) Use the procedures in this section to record a High Speed Movie of a person’s golf swing from the front (face on). You can also use the Handsfree Mode to trigger recording from a distance with the movement of your golf club, and you can use the self-timer to set up for automatic five-second recording after a preset amount of time. NOTE • The only focus mode available when shooting with Slow Motion Swing (Front) is Pan Focus.
. To self-shoot from the front with the Handsfree Mode 1. Tilt the camera’s monitor screen upwards 180 degrees. This will cause the (REC standby icon) to appear on the monitor screen, which indicates the Handsfree Mode. • If the camera does not enter the Handsfree Mode at this time, change its “Handsfree” setting to “Always” or “180°only” (page 65). • Note that the camera also will not enter the Handsfree Mode if the self-timer is operating.
5. To view the movie you just shot, move your hand in the vicinity of the (preview) icon. • When the camera detects your movement, it will play back the movie in real time. Use this feature when you want to check your swing immediately after recording it. • To stop movie playback part way through, press the shutter button. • When “On” is selected for the “Handsfree” “Motion Sending” (page 65) setting, the preview icon is replaced by a (Motion Sending) icon.
. To self-shoot from the front with normal movie recording 1. Get the golfer’s body aligned with the guide that appears on the camera monitor screen. 2. Press [0] (Movie). This starts movie recording. 3. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop recording.
Recording the Moment of Impact in Slow Motion (Slow motion impact) Use the procedure below to record a slow motion movie of the moment that the golf club head impacts the ball. When you record with this BEST SHOT scene, the camera automatically trims the beginning and end. NOTE • The following camera settings are fixed when you shoot with this function: Movie Quality: HS1000, Focus Mode: Pan focus. 1. In the BEST SHOT mode, select “Slow motion impact” (page 82). 2. Configure the camera settings below.
2. Get the ball aligned with the guide that appears on the camera monitor screen. 3. Press [0] (Movie). This will cause the (REC standby) icon to change to the (start self-timer) icon, and put the camera into movie standby. 4. Move a golf club or something else near the start self-timer icon . When the camera detects subject movement near the icon, it will automatically start a countdown from the Handsfree timer start time. The camera will start shooting the movie when the countdown reaches zero.
5. Press [0] (Movie). This will start a countdown of the duration you selected in step 3, above. The camera will start shooting a movie when the countdown reaches zero. Recording will stop automatically after five seconds. • The front lamp flashes while the Self-timer countdown is in progress. • You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown by pressing [SET]. • To stop movie recording part way through, press [0] (Movie) again. . To shoot normally 1.
Recording a Golf Swing with High Speed CS (Swing Burst) This BEST SHOT scene makes it easy to record a golf swing with High Speed CS. Half-pressing and holding the shutter button causes a pre-record buffer to be continually updated with images. When the shutter button is fully pressed, buffer contents are recorded along with a series of real-time images (Prerecord (Still Image)). Use this BEST SHOT scene when you want to make sure you do not miss any part of fast-moving action.
NOTE • Pre-recording of images is not performed if you full-press the shutter button without half-pressing first. Whenever possible, be sure to half-press the shutter button and wait for a while before full-pressing. Sending a Movie You Just Recorded to a Smartphone (Motion Sending) When shooting the camera in the Handsfree Mode using any one of the BEST SHOT golf swing scenes below, you can use a hand or other motion to send a movie you just recorded to a smartphone, without touching the camera.
10. On your smartphone, start up the EXILIM Remote for GOLF app. This will cause the camera to send the movie you just recorded to the smartphone. After the send operation is complete, the camera will return to its normal recording standby state. • If the message “Connect your phone to the access point below.” remains on the camera’s monitor screen, check the smartphone’s Wi-Fi settings (page 175). • The movie is stored in the phone’s “EXILIM Remote for GOLF” folder.
Auto Trimming the Beginning and End of a Movie (Movie Editing (Golf)) You can use the procedure in this section to trim the beginning and end of a movie shot with any one of the BEST SHOT golf swing scenes below. Trimming a movie shot with “Slow motion impact” results in a movie from just before impact to just after impact. Trimming a movie shot with any of the other scenes produces a move from address to finish.
Analyzing a Swing and Moment of Impact Your camera can be used in various ways to analyze a golf swing and moment of impact. To analyze a swing shot from behind Lines displayed in a movie image shot from behind the golfer can be used to analyze the swing. 1. Press [p] (PLAY), and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie of the back-shot swing you want to analyze. 2. Press [SET] to start playback. When playback reaches the image of the golfer addressing the ball, press [SET] again to pause playback.
7. Rotate the zoom controller to change the angle of the blue line so it is aligned with the golfer’s shoulder, and then press [SET]. • Changing the angle of the blue line will cause the displayed angle of inclination (yellow part) and the blue angle value in the upper left corner to change accordingly. 8. Reference point Green line Reference point Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to align the reference point (the point where the red line and the green line intersect) with the golfer’s hip.
To analyze a swing shot from the front Lines displayed in a movie image shot from the front of the golfer can be used to analyze the swing. 1. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie of the front-shot swing you want to analyze. 2. Press [SET] to start playback. When playback reaches the image of the golfer addressing the ball, press [SET] again to pause playback.
8. Press [MODE]. This will start movie playback during which you can view the arc of the club head and check for any vertical or horizontal movement. • You can create a new movie file with the guidelines built into the moment of impact movie by pressing [SET] during movie playback to pause it, and then pressing [0] (Movie). To analyze the Moment of Impact You can use the procedure below to insert guidelines into a movie you recorded with “Slow motion impact”, and analyze the moment club to ball impact.
7. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to align the reference point on the green line with the center of the ball. Next, rotate the zoom controller to align the green line with the path of the golf club. • You can also change the angle of the green line by rotating the function ring. Reference point • Changing the angle of the green line will cause the displayed angle of inclination (yellow part) and the green angle value to change accordingly. 8. Press [MODE].
Burning Guidelines into a Previously Recorded Movie (Burn Lines) Use the procedure below to burn guidelines into a previously recorded movie and save the result as a new movie file. The original movie is unaffected by this operation. After you burn guidelines into a movie, they will appear whenever the movie is played back on the camera, including Dual Screen Play, or on a computer or smartphone. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2.
Displaying Two Movies Side-by-Side (Dual Screen Play) You can use Dual Screen Play to play back movies of two different screens side-byside for comparison. Data played back Dual Screen Play is stored on the camera’s memory card, so you can easily play it back again. Up to 40 sets of Dual Screen Play data can be in memory at one time. 1. Earlier recorded movie Later recorded movie In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. This will display the menu screen. 2.
5. On the image menu that appears, specify the two movies you want to use for Dual Screen Play. [8], [2], [4], [6]: Move the blue boundary. [SET] : Toggles the movie where the blue boundary is located between selected (check mark in the lower left corner) and deselected (no check mark). Blue boundary • After you select one movie, the only movies you will be able to select for the second movie will be those that are the same image quality of the first movie.
9. Use [4] and [6] to display the sync point of the second movie, and then press [2]. • If the message “Busy... Please wait...” appears after you press [2], wait until the message disappears. Playback of the second movie will start after the message disappears. • You can zoom the image during movie playback by operating the zoom slider. • Pressing [2] while movie playback is in progress will perform either of the operations described below, depending on when during the movie you pressed it.
3. Press [2]. This causes the “Dual Screen Play Edit” menu to appear on the monitor screen. • Pressing [2] after selecting a movie with [MODE] will display the menu items that apply only to the selected movie. Reselect Point Changes the sync point of the left side movie. Use [4] and [6] to display the scene in the movie that you want to make the new sync point, and then press [2]. Select Movie Changes the left side movie.
Establishing a Wireless LAN Connection Wireless LAN Functions Establishing a wireless LAN connection between the camera and a smartphone enables the functions described below. With this function: See page: You can do this: Remote Capture* Quick Send* Remotely control and shoot with the camera using a smartphone. 176 Send a snapshot displayed in the PLAY mode to a smartphone by pressing the camera’s front shutter button.
With this function: See page: You can do this: View on phone Use a smartphone or computer to view and download snapshots and movies stored in camera memory. 185 * Requires installation of the EXILIM Remote for GOLF app on your smartphone. IMPORTANT! • Never use wireless LAN functions inside an aircraft or anywhere else where such operation is restricted. • Some smartphone models may not be able to play back movie files that are sent to the smartphone.
Establishing a Connection between a Smartphone and Your Camera Installing the EXILIM Remote for GOLF Smartphone app on your smartphone makes it possible to remotely control the camera from your smartphone and to send images recorded with the camera to your smartphone. Search the EXILIM Remote for GOLF app on Google Play or App Store and install it on your smartphone. .
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings Use the procedure below to establish a wireless LAN connection between the camera and a smartphone for the first time. This operation is required for the first connection only. 1. Select Program Auto as the recording mode. 2. Press [MENU]. 3. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “r REC MENU” tab, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Remote Capture”, and then press [SET]. 5. Use [8] and [2] to select “Remote Start”, and then press [SET].
Using a Smartphone as a Camera Remote Controller (Remote Capture) This function lets you remotely shoot a snapshot or movie with the camera using a smartphone. You also can perform remote zoom, self-timer, and other operations as well. You can use any one of the recording modes below to shoot with Remote Capture.
IMPORTANT! • The quality of a movie recorded with Remote Capture using Program Auto or Premium Auto Pro is STD (640x480). • “O Tracking” cannot be selected for the AF area setting while shooting with Remote Capture. If “O Tracking” is selected in another mode, selecting Remote Capture will cause the AF area setting to change to “U Spot”. • The Handsfree cannot be used while shooting with this function.
. Controlling Your Camera with a Smartphone EXILIM Remote for GOLF supports the Remote Capture operations listed below. This manual explains EXILIM Remote for GOLF operations based on screens that appear using the iPhone version. Some operations may differ depending on your smartphone type. 1 bl 2 3 4 5 6 7 bk 9 8 1 Exits Remote Capture. 2 Shows the current recording mode. 3 Displays current flash settings. Tap to change flash settings. 4 Displays what is being picked up by the camera’s lens.
Sending the Currently Displayed Image to a Smartphone (Quick Send) You can use the procedure below to send an image displayed in the PLAY mode (including movies) to a smartphone by pressing the camera’s front shutter button. After sending an image to a smartphone, you can then upload it to a social networking service. • To use this function, you need to assign the Quick Send function to the front shutter button. To assign the Quick Send function to the front shutter button 1.
To send the displayed image to a smartphone 1. [8] and [2] to scroll through camera images until the one you want to send to the smartphone is displayed. • To send one image from a CS, press [SET] to start playback of the group images. When the image you want to send is displayed, press [SET] again to pause playback. 2. Press the front shutter button. 3. On your smartphone, start up the EXILIM Remote for GOLF app.
Sending a Snapshot or Movie File from Camera Memory to a Smartphone (Send Selected Image) You can select one more snapshot and/or movie file in camera memory and send it to a smartphone. You can select up to 100 files, totaling no more than 500MB for a single send. After sending an image to a smartphone, you can then upload it to a social networking service. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “p PLAY MENU” tab, and then press [6]. 3.
8. After image send is complete, perform either of the operations described below. “Preview photo in Scene app”: You can use the Scene app* on the smartphone to view the sent images. “Send to SNS”: Display the social networking service upload screen. “To TOP Panel”: Return to the TOP screen. * The Scene app is an image management app by ripplex Inc. It makes it possible to display images at high speed and to share albums with friends.
Sending All Images Shot on the Current Day to a Smartphone (Send New Images) You can batch send images shot today to a smartphone. However, images sent with this function (Send New Images) are not re-sent. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “p PLAY MENU” tab, and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Send to phone”, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Send New Images”, and then press [SET]. 5.
Resizing Snapshots before Sending Them to a Smartphone (Resize before send) This feature can be use to resize snapshots before they are sent to a smartphone using “Quick Send”, “Remote Capture”, or “Send to phone”. 1. Turn on the camera, and then press [MENU]. 2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “¥ SETTING” tab, and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Resize before send”, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select the image size, and then press [SET].
Viewing Snapshots and Movies in Camera Memory on a Smartphone (View on phone) You can use this function to enable up to eight smartphones and/or computers to access snapshots and movies in camera memory for viewing and download. A smartphone does not need to have the EXILIM Remote for GOLF app installed in order to access camera images using this function. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “p PLAY MENU” tab, and then press [6]. 3.
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* 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. Printing with a Computer After transferring the images to your computer, use commercially available software to print.
. Configuring DPOF Settings Individually for Each Image Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * DPOF Printing * Select images 1. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the image you want to print is displayed. 2. 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. • If you want to include the date in the images, press [0] (Movie) so “On” is shown for date stamping.
. To specify the number of copies for a specific image in a group 1. While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “Edit Group” menu. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “DPOF Printing” and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Select Frames” and then press [SET]. 4. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through images until one you want to print is displayed. 5. Use [8] and [2] to specify the number of copies. You can specify a value up to 99.
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 • PRINT Image Matching III Using image editing software and printing on a printer that supports PRINT Image Matching III makes it possible to use information about shooting conditions that is recorded with the image, and produce exactly the type of image you want. PRINT Image Matching and PRINT Image Matching III are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.
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 192, 196). Play back and edit movies • You can play back movies (pages 195, 198). To play back movies, use software that is compatible with your computer’s operating environment.
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer When you want Operating System to do this: Version Required Software See page: Save images to a computer and view them there manually Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista Installation not required. 192 Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7 Windows Media Player 12 Windows Vista QuickTime 7 or higher • You need to download QuickTime 7 or higher on the Web if you want to use it.
. To connect the camera to your computer and save files 1. Turn off the camera and then use the micro USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your computer. USB port USB • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 23. Micro USB cable (included with camera) 2. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the camera. When you turn on the camera, check to make sure that the color of its back lamp changes from red to green or amber (page 24).
8. Windows 8.1, Windows 8 users: On the “Documents” menus, click “Home” and then “Paste”. Windows 7, Windows Vista users: On the “Documents” menu, click “Organize” or “Edit”, and then “Paste”. This will paste the “DCIM” folder (and all the image files it contains) into your “Documents” folder. You now have a copy of the files that are in camera memory on your computer. 9. After you finish copying images, disconnect the camera from the computer.
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 8.1, Windows 8 and 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/ .
Using the Camera with a Macintosh When you want to do this: Operating System Required Software Version Save images to your Macintosh and view them there manually OS X Installation not required. Save images to your Macintosh automatically/ Manage images OS X iPhoto, which comes bundled with some Macintosh products. Play movies OS X 10.
. To connect the camera to your computer and save files 1. Turn off the camera and then use the micro USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh. USB port USB • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 23. Micro USB cable (included with camera) 2. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the camera. When you turn on the camera, check to make sure that the color of its back lamp changes from red to green or amber (page 24).
. 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. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 200. • An image that was rotated on the camera will be displayed on your Macintosh screen in its original (unrotated) orientation.
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 200). 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 (SETTING) 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 99.
Resizing Snapshots before Sending Them to a Smartphone (Resize before send) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Resize before send See page 184 for details. Configuring Camera Sound Settings (Sounds) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Sounds Startup Half Shutter Shutter Specifies the startup sound Sound 1 - 5: Built-in sounds (1 through 5) Off: Sound off Operation Operation Vol Specifies the sound volume. This setting is also used as the audio level during TV output (page 128).
Creating an Image Storage Folder (Create Folder) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Create Folder Create Folder Creates a folder with a unique number (page 199). Files will be stored in the new folder starting from when you record your next image. Cancel Cancels folder creation. • Deleting all of the files in a folder cause the folder to be deleted as well.
Auto Image Orientation Detection and Rotation (Auto Rotate) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Auto Rotate On Rotates the displayed image in accordance with the camera orientation when the image was recorded. Off Images not rotated automatically. This setting can be used to configure the camera to display playback images in the same orientation as the camera when the image was shot. Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule (File No.) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * File No.
Configuring Sleep State Settings (Sleep) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Sleep This feature turns off the monitor screen and lights the back lamp (green) whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset period of time. Press any button to turn the monitor screen back on. Trigger Time Settings: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, Off (Sleep is disabled while “Off” is selected.) • Sleep is disabled under any of the following conditions.
Specifying the Operation when the Monitor Screen is Tilted (Screen Tilt) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Screen Tilt Power On Turns on the camera whenever the monitor screen is tilted. On/Off Turns on the camera whenever the monitor screen is tilted, and turns it off when the monitor screen is returned to its normal position. Off No power on/off operation performed when the monitor screen is tilted or returned to its normal position.
Configuring World Time Settings (World Time) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * World Time You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is different from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc. World Time displays the current time in 162 cities in 32 time zones around the globe. 1. Use [8] and [2] to select “Destination” and then press [6]. • To change the geographic area and city for the time where you normally use the camera, select “Home”. 2.
Setting the Camera’s Clock (Adjust) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Adjust When the date and time settings are what you want, select “Apply” and then press [SET] to apply them. [8] [2] Change the setting at the cursor location [4] [6] Move the cursor between settings • To switch between 12-hour and 24-hour timekeeping, move the cursor to “am (pm)” and “24h” (one of which will be displayed) and then use [8] and [2] to change the setting. • You can specify a date from 2001 to 2049.
Specifying the Display Language (Language) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Language . Specify the display language you want. 1 Select the bottom tab “¥”. 2 Select “Language”. 3 Select the language you want. 1 23 • Camera models sold in certain geographic areas may not support display language selection. Selecting the HDMI Terminal Output Method (HDMI Output) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * HDMI Output • See page 129 for details.
Changing the Camera Password for Wireless LAN Connection (WLAN password) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * WLAN password Use procedure to change the password you used when establishing a wireless LAN connection between the camera and a smartphone. 1. Use [4] and [6] to move the cursor to the password digit you want to change. 2. Use [8] and [2] to change the currently selected digit. 3. When the password is the way you want, move the cursor to “Apply” and then press [SET].
Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” 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.
Appendix Safety Precautions *DANGER This symbol indicates information that, if ignored or applied incorrectly, creates the danger of death or serious personal injury. *WARNING This indication stipulates matters that have the risk of causing death or serious injury if the product is operated incorrectly while ignoring this indication.
*DANGER • Failure to observe any of the following precautions creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion. – Never use or leave the battery near open flame. – Do not expose the battery to heat or fire. – Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when charging it. – Never carry or store the battery together with items that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead, etc.).
*WARNING . 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. If you are using the USB-AC adapter to power the camera, unplug the power plug from the power outlet.
*WARNING • Never touch the power plug while your hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock. • Should the power cord or power plug become damage, contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Do not use the USB-AC adapter in areas where liquids* might spill on them. Liquids create the risk of fire and electric shock. * Liquids: Water, sports drinks, seawater, animal or pet urine, etc.
*WARNING . Dropping and Rough Treatment - • Continued use of the camera after it is damaged by dropping or other rough treatment 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. If you are using the USB-AC adapter to power the camera, unplug the power plug from the wall outlet. Also, remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn injury. 3.
*WARNING - • Do not use the camera’s wireless function while in the vicinity of high precision digital devices or digital devices that use weak signals. Doing so can interfere with proper operation of such digital devices and create the risk of accident. • When using the camera’s wireless function, keep it away from any person wearing a pacemaker. Magnetism emitted by the camera may affect cardiac pacemakers and other medical devices.
*CAUTION . USB-AC Adapter • Misuse of the USB-AC adapter creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Make sure you observe the following precautions. – Never cover the USB-AC adapter or power cord with a quilt, blanket, or other cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater. Doing so can interfere with heat radiation and cause the area around them to become hot. – Do not use detergent when cleaning the power cord, the USB-AC adapter, or the USB cable (especially the plugs and jacks).
*CAUTION . Unstable Locations • Never place the camera on an unstable surface, on a high shelf, etc. Doing so can cause the camera to fall, creating the risk of personal injury. - . 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.
*CAUTION . Flash and Other Light Emitting Functions • Never fire the flash or use light emitting functions pointed in the direction of and too close to a person’s face. Doing so creates the risk of loss of eyesight. In the case of infants and young children in particular, keep the light source at least one meter away the eyes. • Take care that your fingers, glove, or other items are not touching the flash window when you shoot.
Precautions During Use . 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.
. Lens • Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction. • You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should be straight. This is due to the characteristics of lenses, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera. . Caring for your camera • Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers.
Intended Areas of Use 1)The wireless LAN functions of this camera are provided for use in the countries and geographic areas below. Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, The United Arab Emirates (UAE), Paraguay, Venezuela, Panama, Germany, Austria, France, The Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Slovakia, Poland, and Norway 2)Approval for use under radio regulations in the countries and geographic areas below is granted only when the camera is purchased within that particular country or geographic area.
. Copyrights Except for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized 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.
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Power Supply Charging . If the camera’s back lamp starts flashing red... If the back lamp starts flashing red during charging, it means that further charging is not possible for one of the reasons below. Perform the actions described below to correct the problem and then try charging again.
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 15°C to 35°C (59°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 27 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card. . Using a Memory Card • SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and SDXC memory cards have a write protect switch. Use the Write enabled switch when you need to guard against accidentally deleting data. Note, however, if you write protect an SD memory card you must then turn write protection Write disabled off whenever you want to record to it, format it, or delete any of its images.
. 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.
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 212). 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! • Depending on the recording mode, some of the items on the menu that appears may not be usable. .
Memory CS: Off / Flash: On / Focus: Off / ISO: Off / White Balance: Off / EV Shift: Off / AF Area: On / Metering: Off / Self-timer: Off / Flash Intensity: Off / Zoom (SR): On / Digital Zoom: On / MF Position: Off / Zoom Position: Off .
. ¥ SETTING ECO Mode Off Auto Power Off 5 min Screen Auto Screen Tilt Power On PLAY Power On Delete Key Enabled World Time – Adjust – Date Style – Language – HDMI Output Auto Resize before send 3M Sounds Startup: Sound 1 / Half Shutter: Sound 1 / Shutter: Sound 1 / Operation: Sound 1 / Operation Vol: 3 / Playback Vol: 3 Create Folder – WLAN password – Timestamp Off Startup On Auto Rotate On Format – File No.
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 20). 2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 21). 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-160 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 50). 2)If the battery is low, charge it (page 21).
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 25). 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 Images cannot be transferred over a USB connection. 1)The USB cable may not be connected securely. Check all connections. 2)If the camera is not turned on, turn it on. 3)Your computer may not be able to recognize the camera if you connect via a USB hub. Always connect directly to the computer’s USB port. 4)USB communication may not be possible when the battery level indicator is . Charge the battery before connecting.
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. Can not find the file. The image you specified with the slideshow “Images” setting cannot be found. Change the “Images” setting (page 133) and try again. There is something wrong with the memory card.
Record Error Image compression could not be performed for some reason during image data recording. Perform a zoom operation to change the composition of the image and shoot it again. RETRY POWER ON The lens came into contact with an obstruction while moving. The camera will turn off automatically when this message appears. Remove the obstruction and turn power back on again. SYSTEM ERROR Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center. The card is locked.
Number of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time Snapshot Image Size (Pixels) 16M (4608x3456) 3:2 (4608x3072) 16:9 (4608x2592) 10M (3648x2736) 5M (2560x1920) 3M (2048x1536) VGA (640x480) Quality File Size Built-in Memory*1 Recording Capacity SD Memory Card*2 Recording Capacity Fine 10.71 MB 1 1072 Normal 5.57 MB 1 1654 Fine 9.43 MB 1 1214 Normal 4.92 MB 1 1873 Fine 7.83 MB 1 1466 Normal 4.1 MB 2 2221 Fine 6.4 MB 1 1787 Normal 3.38 MB 2 2728 Fine 2.99 MB 2 2990 Normal 1.
Movies Image Size/ Approximate Data Pixels Rate (Frame Rate) (Audio) Maximum File Size FHD 14.2 Megabits/ (1920x1080) second (Monaural) (30 frames/second) Built-in Memory*1 Recording Capacity Maximum Continuous Recording File Size of Recording 1-minute Time with Time per SD Memory Movie Movie*3 2 Card* 6 seconds 2 hours 14 minutes 106.5 MB 36 minutes 23 seconds HD (1280x720) (Monaural) 10.9 Megabits/ second (12, 15, 20, 30 frames/second) 9 seconds *4 2 hours 56 minutes *4 81.
• Depending on the data transfer rate of the memory card you are using, the time required for image storage may result in some loss of movie frames (pages 27, 73). • Snapshot and movie recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference only. Actual capacity depends on image contents. • File size and data rate values are approximate and intended for reference only. Actual values depend on the type of image being shot.
Specifications File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.3; DCF 2.0 standard; DPOF compliant) Movies: MOV format, H.264/AVC standard, IMA-ADPCM (Monaural) Recording Media Built-in Memory (Image Storage Area: 14.
Shutter Speed Snapshot (Program Auto): 1/4 to 1/1000 second Snapshot (Premium Auto Pro): 4 to 1/4000 second • May differ due to the camera setup. Aperture Value F3.5 (W) to F11.1 (W) (With ND filter) • Using optical zoom changes the aperture value.
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-160) 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) . USB-AC adaptor (AD-C54UJ) Input 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 90 mA Output 5.0 V DC, 650 mA Operating Temperature Requirements 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F) Dimensions 64.6 (W) x 38.4 (H) x 24 (D) mm (2.5" (W) x 1.
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