LEICA V-LUX 4 Instructions
Table of Contents Before Use Care of the camera ...................................................................................................... 6 Scope of Delivery / Accessories ................................................................................ 7 Names and Functions of the Components ............................................................... 8 Preparation Attaching the Lens Cap/the Shoulder Strap ...........................................................
Recording About the Monitor/the Viewfinder ............................................................................ 66 Using the Zoom ......................................................................................................... 68 • Using the Optical Zoom/the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/the Intelligent Zoom/ the Digital Zoom ................................................................................................. 68 Using the Built-In Flash ............................................
• [Cross Process] .................................................................................................115 • [Toy Effect] .........................................................................................................115 • [Miniature Effect]................................................................................................115 • [Soft Focus]........................................................................................................117 • [Star Filter] ...........
• [Zoom Mic] ........................................................................................................ 144 Playback/Editing Having Fun with Recorded Pictures...................................................................... 145 • [Auto Retouch] .................................................................................................. 145 • [Creative Retouch] ............................................................................................
Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject the camera to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, monitor, or external body parts may be damaged by such treatment. It may also malfunction or the image may not be recorded. – Do not drop or hit the camera. – Do not exert excessive pressure on the lens barrel or the monitor. • When the camera is not in use or when using the playback feature, ensure that the lens is in the retracted position, with the lens cap attached.
Before Use Scope of Delivery / Accessories ∫ Scope of Delivery ∫ Accessories Order No. Rechargeable battery BP-DC12-E BP-DC12-U 18 728 18 729 Battery charger BC-DC12-E BC-DC12-U 423-111.001-012 423-111.002-010 Mains cable EU UK AUS TW CN KR Shoulder strap Order No. 423-111.001-006 423-111.001-007 423-068.801-023 423-111.001-009 423-111.001-010 423-111.
Before Use Names and Functions of the Components 1 2 3 4 Lens (P6, 187) Zoom lever (P68) Shutter release button (P28, 32) Self-timer indicator (P80)/ AF Assist Lamp (P137) 5 Mode dial (P27) 6 Flash (P72) 7 Flash release slider (P72) 8 Shoulder strap eyelet (P13) 9 Focus selector switch (P92, 93) 10 Zoom/focus rocker (P69, 94) 11 [FOCUS] button (P32, 91, 95) 12 Lens barrel 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3 45 6 7 8 2 9 10 1 12 11 Monitor (P66, 183) 15 16 17 18 19 Viewfinder (P11,
Before Use 31 Diopter adjustment dial (P11) 32 [MIC/REMOTE] socket 33 Speaker (P54) • Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. 31 32 MIC REMOTE Doing so may make sound difficult to hear. 33 34 [HDMI] socket (P167) 35 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P167, 174, 177, 178) 34 35 36 Tripod thread (P189) • Using tripods with screw lengths of 5.5mm (7/32q) or more may damage the camera if attached.
Before Use Monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the monitor faces the camera body. Fold out the monitor as shown below. 1 Fold out the monitor. (Maximum 180o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forwards. 3 Return the monitor to its original position. • Only rotate the monitor after opening it wide enough, and be careful not to use excessive force as this may damage it. • Do not cover the AF Assist Lamp with your fingers or other objects.
Before Use Notes • Be careful as the camera may get scratched if you rotate the monitor without folding it out completely. • When not using the monitor it is recommended that you close it with the screen facing inwards to prevent dirt and scratches. • Note that operating noise may be recorded when rotating the monitor while recording a motion picture. Viewfinder ∫ Switching between the monitor/the viewfinder Press [EVF/LCD].
Before Use Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button Cursor button: For selection of items or setting of values etc. [MENU/SET] button: For confirmation of settings, etc. • This document mentions the top, bottom, left, and right sections of the cursor button as follows, or as 3/4/2/1. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) section or Press 4 Setting wheel There are 2 ways to operate the setting wheel, rotating it to the left or the right, or by pressing it. Rotating: For selection of items or setting of values.
Preparation Attaching the Lens Cap/the Shoulder Strap ∫ Attaching the Lens Cap • When the camera is not being used, always attach the lens cap to protect the lens. 1 2 3 Pass the string through the strap eyelet on the camera. Pass the same string through the eyelet on the lens cap. Attach the lens cap. • Do not hang or swing around the camera holding it only by the lens cap string. • Make sure to remove the lens cap before turning the camera on.
Preparation Attaching the Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality and should therefore remain mounted for most photographing situations (exemptions: see below). • Check that the camera is turned off. • Close the flash. 1 Attach the lens hood on the lens with one of the short petals aligned with the bottom of the camera.
Preparation Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this camera It has been found that counterfeit batteries which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these batteries are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these batteries may lead to fire or explosion.
Preparation ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: Charging has started. The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: Charging has been completed without any problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet and detach the battery after charging is completed.) • When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes – The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10oC and 30oC (50oF and 86oF).
Preparation Operating time and number of recordable pictures ∫ Recording still pictures (When using the monitor) Number of recordable pictures approx. 540 pictures Recording time approx. 270 min (By CIPA standard in Program Mode) Recording conditions by CIPA standard • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23oC (73.4oF)/Humidity: 50% RH when the monitor is on. • Using a 32MB SD Memory Card. • Using the supplied battery.
Preparation ∫ Recording motion pictures (When using the monitor) [AVCHD] (Recording with resolution set to [PSH]) [MP4] (Recording with resolution set to [FHD]) Recordable time approx. 160 min approx. 200 min Actual recordable time approx. 80 min approx. 100 min • These times are for an ambient temperature of 23oC (73.4oF) and a humidity of 50% RH. Please be aware that these are approximate times.
Preparation Inserting and Removing Card and Battery • Turn the camera off and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted. • Close the flash. 1 Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF, push the release slider in the direction of the arrow, and open the card/battery door. • Use only the Leica battery BP-DC12 (P7). • We cannot guarantee the quality of any other batteries. 2 Insert battery and card. Be sure to insert in the correct orientation. Battery: Push it in until it is locked by the lever A.
Preparation About the Internal Memory/the Card The camera stores the image data as follows. When no card is inserted Pictures are recorded and played back in/ from the internal memory. When a card is inserted Pictures are recorded and played back on/ from the card. • When using the internal memory k>ð (access indication¢) • When using the card (access indication¢) ¢ The access indication is displayed in red when pictures are being recorded on the internal memory (or the card).
Preparation Card The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with the camera. Remarks SD memory cards (8MB to 2GB) SDHC memory cards (4GB to 32GB) • Use a card with SD Speed Class¢ with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures. • SDHC type memory cards can be used with SDHC or SDXC memory card compatible equipment. • SDXC type memory cards can only be used with SDXC memory card compatible equipment.
Preparation Number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and available recording time can be performed in the [Remaining Disp.] (P58) in the [Setup] menu. A Number of recordable pictures B Available recording time 0 +3 133 0 +3 R1m41s A B • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation.
Preparation ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) • “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. • [AVCHD] [Rec Quality] Internal Memory (approx. 70MB) 2GB 32GB 64GB PSH j 8m00s 2h31m00s 5h07m00s FSH SH j j 14m00s 14m00s 4h10m00s 4h10m00s 8h26m00s 8h26m00s [Rec Quality] Internal Memory (approx.
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Turn the camera on. • The power lamp 1 lights when you turn the camera on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. 1 2 Press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select the language, and then [MENU/SET]. 4 Press [MENU/SET]. 5 Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and then 3/4 to set.
Preparation Changing the clock setting Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, and press 1. (P49) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps 5 and 6. • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in back-up battery even without the main battery inserted. (Leave the charged battery in the camera for 24 hours to charge the back-up battery.
Preparation Tips for taking good pictures Hold the camera firmly with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. A B • Be careful not to place your fingers on the flash, AF Assist Lamp A, microphone B, speaker or lens etc. • Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear. (P9) • Hold the camera as still as possible when you release the shutter, i.e. when you press the shutter release button.
Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Change modes by rotating the mode dial. Align the desired mode with index A. • Make sure the dial is set exactly to the A click-stop position of the desired mode. (The mode dial rotates 360o) ∫ Basic Program Mode (P28) For taking pictures with automatic exposure control. Snapshot Mode (P32) For taking pictures with extended automatic settings.
Basic Program Mode Recording mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can also change various settings in the [Rec] menu. 1 Set the mode dial to [ 2 Aim the AF frame at the subject you want to focus on. 3 ]. A Aperture value B Shutter speed C ISO sensitivity • The focus indication D (green) lights up when the subject is focused.
Basic Program Shift In Program Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed combinations without changing the exposure. This is called program shift. You can e.g. reduce the extent of the sharply rendered subject parts by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed. 1 2 Press the shutter release button halfway to display the aperture and shutter speed values on the screen.
Basic Focusing A Aim the AF frame at the subject, and then press the shutter release button halfway. 2.8 30 100 B When the subject is focused When the subject is not focused Focus indication A On Flashes AF frame B White>Green White>Red Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times Focus • The AF frame is automatically enlarged for certain zoom magnifications and in dark places.
Basic ∫ About focus range The focus range is displayed when operating the zoom. • The focus range is displayed in red when focusing was not successful after pressing the shutter release button halfway. 0.3m W ∞ T 1X The focus range may change gradually depending on the zoom position. e.g.
Basic Snapshot Mode Recording mode: The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. • The following functions are activated automatically. – Scene Detection/Backlight Compensation/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/Auto White Balance/ Face Detection/[AFS]/[Quick AF]/[i.Dynamic]/[i.Resolution]/[i.
Basic Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red. When taking pictures > [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait]¢1 [i-Night Scenery] [iHandheld Nite Shot]¢2 [i-Sunset] [i-Baby]¢3 ¢1 Only when [ ] is selected. ¢2 Only displayed when [iHandheld Nite Shot] is set to [ON]. ¢3 When [Face Recog.
Basic Backlight Compensation When there is a backlight, the subject appears darker and the camera will automatically attempt to correct it by increasing the brightness of the picture. In Snapshot Mode, backlight compensation works automatically. [ ] is displayed on the screen when backlighting is detected. (Depending on the backlighting conditions, backlighting may not be detected correctly.) Using the Defocus Control Function You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen.
Basic Changing the menu settings Following menu items can be set. Menu Item [Rec] [Picture Size]¢/[Color Mode]/[Motion Deblur]/[iHandheld Nite Shot]/ [iHDR]/[Face Recog.] [Motion Picture] [Rec Mode]/[Rec Quality] [Setup] [Clock Set]/[World Time]/[Beep]¢/[Language]/[O.I.S. Demo.] • Menu items other than those listed above are not displayed, but you can set them in other recording modes. • For the setting method of the menu, refer to P49.
Basic About the flash • Open the flash when it is to be used. (P72) • When [ ] is selected, [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject and brightness. • When [ ], [ ] is set, Red-Eye Removal is enabled. • The shutter speeds will be slower during [ ] or [ ]. Recording using Snapshot Plus Mode You can adjust the brightness and the color balance in addition to the Snapshot Mode function. 1 2 Press [MENU/SET] when in Snapshot Mode. Press 1 to select [ [MENU/SET].
Basic Adjusting brightness, color balance, and background blur 1 Press the setting wheel to display the options. AUTO AUTO AUTO 2 Press 3/4 to select the item. [ ]: Adjust the brightness. [ ]: Adjust the background blur. [ ]: Adjust the color balance. 3 Press 2/1 or rotate the setting wheel to adjust. • Press [ ] to reset the setting to the default state (AUTO). 4 Press [MENU/SET] or the setting wheel to set.
Basic Recording Motion Pictures Applicable modes: This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. 1 Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • It is recommended that you close the flash when recording motion pictures. C • You can record motion pictures fitting each recording mode.
Basic ∫ About the recording format for recording motion pictures This camera can record motion pictures in either the AVCHD or MP4 formats. AVCHD: You can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for viewing on a large format TV or for saving to disc. AVCHD Progressive: The [PSH] in [AVCHD] is a mode that allows motion pictures to be recorded at 1920k1080/ 50p¢1 (1920k1080/60p¢2), the highest quality¢3 that complies with the AVCHD standard.
Basic Notes • The internal memory can only store [VGA] data as [MP4]. • The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly. • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures. This is not a malfunction. • ISO sensitivity will operate as [AUTO] in Motion Picture Recording except for with Creative Video. Also, [ISO Limit Set] will not function.
Basic Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Still pictures can be recorded even while recording a motion picture. (simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter release button fully to record a still picture. Notes • You can record up to 20 pictures per motion picture recording. • During motion picture recording, if you press the shutter release button halfway, the camera will refocus and the noise caused by this operation will be recorded.
Basic Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) Press [(]. ∫ To finish playback Press [(] again, press the motion picture button or press the shutter release button halfway. Notes • This camera complies with the DCF standard “Design rule for Camera File system” established by JEITA “Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association” and with Exif “Exchangeable Image File Format”. Files which do not comply with the DCF standard cannot be played back.
Basic Displaying Multiple Images (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [W]. 1/26 A 1 image>12 images>30 images>Calendar screen display W T W T A Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures • Rotate the zoom lever towards [T] to return to the former display. • Pictures displayed using [ ] cannot be played back. ∫ To return to normal playback Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press [MENU/SET].
Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures This camera was designed to play back motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. Press 2/1 to select a recording with a motion picture icon (such as [ ]/[ ]), and then press 3 to play back. A 3s A Motion picture icon B The motion picture recording time • After playback starts, the elapsed time is displayed on the screen. For example, 8 minutes and 30 seconds is displayed as [8m30s]. • Some information (recording information, etc.
Basic Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. 1 Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. • A confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Notes • The picture is saved with the following resolutions. Recording format [AVCHD] [MP4] Resolution 2 M (16:9) ([FHD]/[HD]) 2 M (16:9) ([VGA]) 0.
Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • The picture being played back is deleted, regardless of whether it is recorded on the internal memory or the card. • Pictures that do not comply with the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. Press [(]. Deleting a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [ ]. • A confirmation screen is displayed. The picture is deleted by selecting [Yes].
Basic Deleting multiple pictures (up to 100) or all the pictures 1 2 Press [ ]. Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or [Delete All] and then [MENU/SET]. • [Delete All] > A confirmation screen is displayed. The pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes]. • It is possible to delete all pictures except the ones set as favorite when [All Delete Except Favorite] is selected with the [Delete All] set. 3 (When [Delete Multi] is selected) Press 3/4/ 2/1 to select the picture, and then [DISP.] to set.
Basic Setting the Menu The camera features menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back as you like. There are also menus that enable you to have more fun with the camera and use it more easily. In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Basic Setting menu items • If you set [Menu Resume] (P64) in the [Setup] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [AF Mode] from [Ø] (1-area-focusing) to [š] (Face Detection) 1 2 Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 or rotate the setting wheel to select the menu item. • It will switch to the next page when you reach the bottom. (It will also switch by rotating the zoom lever.) 3 Press 1 or the setting wheel.
Basic ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu 1 Press 2. 2 Press 4 or rotate the setting wheel to select the [Setup] menu icon [ ]. 3 Press 1 or the setting wheel. • Select a menu item next and set it. Note • There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due to the specifications.
Basic Using the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be set using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. 1 2 Press [Q.MENU] when recording. Press 2/1 to select the item and then [MENU/ SET]. AFS 2.8 30 3 0 +3 Press 2/1 to select the setting and then [MENU/SET] to set. AFS 2.8 30 4 -3 -3 0 +3 Press [Q.MENU] or the shutter release button halfway to close the menu.
Basic About the Setup Menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. [Clock Set] — • Refer to P24 for details. Set the time in your home area and travel destination. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. After selecting [Destination] or [Home], press 2/1 to select an area, and then [MENU/SET] to set. • Set [Home] first thing after purchasing.
Basic Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [Text Stamp] (P155). [Travel Setup]: [SET]: [Travel Date] Departure date and return date are set. Elapsed days (how many days after) of the trip are recorded. [OFF] • The travel date is automatically canceled if the current date is after the return date.
Basic [Volume] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels. • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Also, when connected, no sound is output from the camera speakers. [Cust.Set Mem.] Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered as custom settings. [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] • Refer to P121 for details. [AF/AE LOCK /Fn2] The function of the [AF/AE LOCK] button can be switched between AF/AE Lock and Fn(function).
Basic Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the monitor/viewfinder is adjusted. [Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness. [LCD Display]/ [Viewfinder] [Contrast · Saturation]: Adjusts the contrast or clarity of colors. [Red Tint]: Adjusts the red tint. [Blue Tint]: Adjusts the blue tint. 1 2 Select the settings by pressing 3/4, and adjust with 2/1. Press [MENU/SET] to set. • This operation will adjust the monitor when it is in use, or the viewfinder when it is in use.
Basic This will set the display style of the monitor. [LCD Disp.Style] [ ]: Viewfinder style [ ]: Monitor style • Refer to P66 for details. This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. [Guide Line] [ [ [ ] ] ]: Press 3/4/2/1 to determine the position, then press [MENU/SET] to set. Press [DISP.] to return to the default position.
Basic This allows you to set to display the histogram or not. [ON]/[OFF] [Histogram] A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis. It allows you to easily check a picture’s exposure. A dark B optimal C bright • When the recorded picture and the histogram do not match each other under the following conditions, the histogram is displayed in orange.
Basic This will switch between displaying the number of recordable pictures and available recording time. [Remaining Disp.] ([Remaining Shots]): This will display the number of recordable pictures for still pictures. ([Remaining Time]): This will display the available recording time for motion pictures. [Highlight] When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear flashing in black and white. This does not affect the recorded image.
Basic The camera memorizes a zoom position and an MF (Manual Focus) position when it is turned off. [Lens Resume] [Zoom Resume]: When you turn the camera on, the zoom position when you last turned the camera off are automatically restored. [ON]/[OFF] [MF Resume]: This function will memorize the manually focused position. It will resume this memorized focus position when you return to manual focus recording.
Basic You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, it will turn off the monitor automatically when not in use to prevent discharge of the battery. [Sleep Mode]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected. [10MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[1MIN.]/[OFF] [Economy] [Auto LCD Off]: The camera is automatically turned off if it has not been used for the time selected. [30SEC.]/[15SEC.
Basic Sets the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [Auto Review] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed. [2 SEC.] [1 SEC.] [OFF] • [Auto Review] is activated regardless of its setting in the following cases. – When using Auto Bracketing – During Continuous Mode • The Auto Review function is fixed to [2 SEC.] in the following cases. – Snapshot Mode • [Auto Review] does not work when recording motion pictures. [No.
Basic [Reset] The [Rec] or [Setup] menu settings are reset to the initial settings. • When the [Reset] setting is selected during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning. • When the Recording Mode settings are reset, data registered with [Face Recog.] will be also reset, too. • The folder number and the clock setting are not changed.
Basic This sets how the camera connects to a television etc. [Video Out]: (Menu item only available with model no. 18 190.) Set to match the television color system in each country. [NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC system. [PAL]: Video output is set to PAL system. [Output] • This will work when the AV cable or HDMI mini cable (available as accessory, see P7) is connected. [TV Aspect]: Set to match the type of TV. W [16:9]: When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV.
Basic This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. [ [Rotate Disp.] ] ([On]): Rotates pictures on a TV and the LCD display so that they are displayed vertically. [ ] ([External Only]): Pictures are displayed vertically by rotating when played back on TV. [OFF] • Refer to P42 for information about how to play back pictures.
Basic [Format] The internal memory or the card is formatted. Formatting irretrievably deletes all the data, so check the data carefully before formatting. • Use a battery with sufficient capacity. Do not turn the camera off during formatting. • If a card is inserted, only the card is formatted. To format the internal memory, remove the card. • If the card has been formatted on a computer or other equipment, format it on the camera again. • It may take longer to format the internal memory than the card.
Recording About the Monitor/the Viewfinder Press [DISP.] to change. • When the menu screen appears, the [DISP.] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back motion pictures and during a Slide Show, you can only select E or G. • You can select between [ ] (monitor style) and [ ] (viewfinder style) for each of the monitor and the Viewfinder display screen using [LCD Disp.Style] and [EVF Disp.Style] in the [Setup] menu.
Recording In Playback Mode E Normal display F Display with recording information¢1 100-0001 1/13 G No display¢2 100-0001 1/13 AWB 100 '(& 5HWRXFK F2.8 30 '(& 5HWRXFK ¢1 If the [Histogram] in [Setup] menu is set to [ON], the histogram will be displayed. ¢2 The name of the registered person in [Face Recog.] is displayed when [DISP.] is pressed.
Recording Using the Zoom Applicable modes: Using the Optical Zoom/the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/the Intelligent Zoom/the Digital Zoom You can determine how much of a subject is to be captured / how large a subject is to be rendered by selecting the appropriate focal length, i.e. by zooming. Extended Optical Zoom works except when the maximum resolution is set. This function allows you to utilize even longer focal lengths without the image quality deteriorating.
Recording ∫ Controlling the zoom with the zoom/focus rocker Using the zoom/focus rocker to control the zoom when taking pictures with the viewfinder may facilitate holding the camera still and so reduce blurring due to camera shake. • When controlling the zoom with the zoom/focus rocker, set [Side Lever] in the [Setup] menu to [ZOOM]. (P54) • You can operate the zoom at 2 speeds. The zoom speed becomes slower when the sliding distance is small and faster when it is large.
Recording ∫ Types of zooms Optical Zoom Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) Maximum magnification Feature 24k 46.9k¢1 Picture quality No deterioration No deterioration Conditions [Picture Size] with selected. None (P129) is ¢1 This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] setting. The zoom functions below can also be used to further increase the zoom magnification.
Recording Notes • The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation. • The lens barrel extends or retracts according to the zoom position. Take care not to interfere with the motion of the lens barrel while the zoom lever is rotated. • When you rotate the zoom lever, you may hear some sound from the camera or the camera may vibrate. This is not a malfunction. • When using the Digital Zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer (P80).
Recording Using the Built-In Flash Applicable modes: ∫ To open/close the flash unit A To open the flash unit Push the flash release slider in the direction indicated by the arrow. B To close the flash unit Push the flash unit down until it clicks into place. Notes • Be sure to close the flash when it is not in use. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed. • Be careful not to pinch your fingers when you close the flash.
Recording Switching flash modes Set the flash mode to match the recording situation. • Open the flash. 1 Select [Flash] in the [Rec] menu. (P49) 2 Press 3/4 to select a mode and then [MENU/SET]. • Exit the menu after it is set. ‡ Settings Description of the modes ([Auto]) The flash is automatically fired when the recording conditions make it necessary. ([iAuto])¢1 ([Auto/ Red-Eye])¢2 ‰ The flash is automatically fired when the recording conditions make it necessary.
Recording ∫ Available flash modes in Recording Mode The available flash modes depend on the recording mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ‰ Œ ¢ ±¢ — — / ± ± ± ± ± / ± ± ± — ± ± /:/; / ,/ / / / / /1/í/9 /ï / / — ± ± ¥ ± — — — — — ¥ ¥ — ± — ± — — — ¥ ± ¢ [ ] is displayed. • The flash mode may change if the recording mode is changed. Reset the flash mode again if necessary.
Recording ∫ The available flash range • The available flash range is an approximation. Wide [AUTO] in [Sensitivity] Tele 30cm (1p) to 13.5m (44p)¢1 1.0m (3p3q) to 13.5m (44p)¢1 ¢1 When the [ISO Limit Set] (P131) is set to [AUTO]. ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash mode Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash mode Shutter speed (Sec.) ‡ 1/ ¢2 60 to 1/4000 1¢2 to 1/4000 ‰ Œ ¢2 When [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO]. The shutter speed may vary depending on the [ISO Limit Set] setting.
Recording Exposure Compensation Applicable modes: Use this function to adjust the exposure to the important part of the subject in case of large differences in brightness within the frame. 1 Press the setting wheel to set Exposure Compensation to a selected state. -3 Rotate the setting wheel to select the compensation value. SS F 125 60 30 2.8 -3 0 15 8 4.0 5.
Recording Continuous Mode Applicable modes: With this mode, pictures are taken as long as the shutter release button is pressed. The frame rate/frequency can be selected to match the recording conditions or subjects. 1 2 Press [˜]. Press 2/1 to select the frame rate and then [MENU/ SET]. • A description of the recording conditions suitable for each frame rate is displayed by pressing [DISP.].
Recording Frame rate (pictures/second) / 2 Features • When [ ] or [ first picture. ] is set, the focus is fixed to that for the • When [ / 5.5 12 ¢3 40 Maximum recordable pictures ] or [ ] is set, the focus is adjusted for each picture. • Exposure and White Balance are adjusted for each picture. • Focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed to those for the first picture. • Focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed to those for the first picture.
Recording Notes • When [ ], [ ] or [ Aspect ratio ] is selected, the resolution setting will become as shown below. [ ] [ ] [ ] [4:3] [5M], [3M], [2M], [0.3M] [2.5M], [0.3M] [3M] [3:2] [4.5M], [2.5M], [0.3M] [3M], [0.3M] [2.5M] [16:9] [3.5M], [2M], [0.2M] [3.5M], [0.2M] [2M] [1:1] [3.5M], [2.5M], [0.2M] [2M], [0.2M] [2.5M] • When [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected, [Quality] can only be set to [A] or [›].
Recording Using the Self-Timer Applicable modes: 1 Press 4 [ë]. 2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings [10sec.] The picture is taken 10 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed. [10s / 3pictures] 10 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed, the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 second intervals. [2sec.] The picture is taken 2 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.
Recording Notes • When you press the shutter release button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before recording. In dark places, the self-timer indicator will flash and then may switch to glowing continuously and brightly as an AF Assist Lamp to allow the camera to focus on the subject. • We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer.
Recording Setting the Sensitivity Applicable modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Higher values allow using faster shutter speeds and/or higher aperture values or unblurred hand-held shots. 1 2 Press 3 [ ]. Press 3/4 to select the ISO sensitivity and then [MENU/SET] to set. Settings AUTO Auto Description of settings The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the brightness.
Recording ∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera detects movement of the subject and then automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the blurred rendition of the subject. • The shutter speed is not fixed when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. It will continuously change to match the movement of the subject until the shutter release button is pressed fully.
Recording Setting the White Balance Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item allows adjusting the rendition to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source. 1 Press 1 ( 2 Press 3/4 to select the White Balance and then [MENU/SET]. ).
Recording ∫ Auto White Balance Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, they may take on a reddish or bluish tint. Furthermore, when several different types of light sources are being used or there is nothing within the subject with a color close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly. In a case like this, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB]. 1 Auto White Balance will work within this range.
Recording Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue with the setting options described above. 1 Select White Balance and then press 1. • Press 1 again if [ 1 ], [ 2 ] or [ ] is selected. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to adjust the White Balance and then [MENU/ SET].
Recording White Balance Bracketing Bracket setting is performed based on the adjustment values for the White Balance fine adjustment, and 3 pictures with different color rendition are automatically recorded when the shutter release button is pressed once. 1 2 Press [DISP.] in step 2 of the “Finely adjusting the White Balance” procedure, and 3/4/2/1 to set the bracket. 2/1: Horizontal (A to B) 3/4: Vertical (Gi to Mj) Press [MENU/SET]. G A B M Notes •[ ] is displayed on the screen when it is set.
Recording Using Auto Focus Applicable modes: This mode allows selecting the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. 1 Set the focus selector switch to [AF]. 2 Press 2 ( 3 ). Press 3/4 to select the Auto Focus Mode and then [MENU/SET]. Settings [š] Description of settings ([Face Detection]) The camera automatically detects the person’s face. Focus and exposure are then set based on that face no matter what section of the picture it is in. (max.
Recording ∫ About [š] ([Face Detection]) The following AF frames are displayed when the camera detects the faces. Yellow: When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away as faces within the yellow AF frames are also focused. Notes • When [Metering Mode] is set to [C], the camera will adjust the exposure to suit the person’s face.
Recording ∫ Setting up [ ] ([AF Tracking]) Aim the AF tracking frame at the subject, and press [AF/AE LOCK] to lock it. A AF tracking frame • The AF tracking frame will be displayed in yellow when a subject is recognized, and exposure and focus will automatically be adjusted continuously following the subject’s movement (Dynamic tracking). • AF tracking is canceled when [AF/AE LOCK] is pressed again. A Notes • When the AF lock fails, the AF tracking frame will turn red and then disappear.
Recording ∫ Changing position and size of the AF frame (Only when [Ø] is selected) If you perform any of the following operations, the screen will switch to the settings menu. • When [Ø] is selected, press [FOCUS]. • From the menu screen, select [Ø], and press 1. 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the AF frame. • You can move the frame to any position on the screen except the edges. • After moving the AF frame, press [DISP.] to return it to the center.
Recording Close-up Pictures Applicable modes: This mode allows you to take close-up pictures, e.g. of flowers. You can take pictures of a subject as close as 1cm / 3/8q from the lens with the shortest focal length setting (1k magnification; utmost W position). Set the focus selector switch to [AF#]. • In AF Macro Mode, [#] is displayed. Notes • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer. • We recommend setting the flash mode to [Œ] (close the flash) when you take pictures at close range.
Recording Manual Focusing Applicable modes: Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is known and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. 1 Set the focus selector switch to [MF]. • When using Manual Focus, [MF] is displayed on the screen. 2 Press the setting wheel to set [MF] to a selected state. • Enabled operation will switch every time the setting wheel is pressed. 3 4 Rotate the setting wheel to display the focus range on the screen.
Recording ∫ Focus setting with the zoom/focus rocker • Set the focus selector switch to [MF]. 1 Set [Side Lever] in the [Setup] menu to [FOCUS]. (P54) 2 Slide the zoom/focus rocker to display the focus range on the screen. 3 Slide the zoom/focus rocker to focus on the subject. Zoom/focus rocker moved towards (T): Sets longer focal lengths Zoom/focus rocker moved towards (W): Sets shorter focal lengths • Using the cursor buttons is recommended when making slight MIC REMOTE adjustments.
Recording Performing manual focusing 1 Focus by rotating the setting wheel. 2 Press the cursor button in the same direction (nearer or farther) a few times. 3 Finely focus on the subject by pressing the cursor button for the opposite direction. ∫ Prefocusing This is a technique for focusing in advance on the distance the subject will be, when using Auto Focus is difficult due to the subject’s quick motion. (e.g.
Recording Focus and Exposure Memory Lock (AF/AE Lock) Applicable modes: This function is useful when you want to take a picture of an off-center subject or when you want to base the exposure on a specific part of the subject in situations with significant brightness differences. AF/AE LOCK Fn2 ¢ To use for the [AF/AE LOCK] function, set [AF/AE LOCK /Fn2] in the [Setup] menu to [AF/AE LOCK]. (P54) 1 Aim the AF frame at the main subject. 2 Press [AF/AE LOCK] to fix the focus and exposure settings.
Recording ∫ AF/AE Lock Which of the focus and exposure settings you wish to lock can be set in [AF/AE Lock] in the [Rec] menu. Item [AF] [AE] [AF/AE] Description of settings Only the focus setting is locked. • [AFL] and focus indication are displayed when the subject comes into focus. Only the exposure setting is locked. • [AEL], aperture value and shutter speed are displayed when the exposure is set. Both focus and exposure settings are locked.
Recording Using the function button You can assign one of a number of functions. to the function buttons. Press the buttons to instantly access the assigned functions. Fn1 AF/AE LOCK Fn2 Fn3 ¢ To use as the function button, set [AF/AE LOCK /Fn2] in the [Setup] menu to [Fn2]. (P54) 1 Select [Fn Button Set] in the [Setup] menu. (P49) 2 Press 3/4 to select the button to assign and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select the function to assign and then press [MENU/SET].
Recording Aperture-Priority Mode Recording mode: Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a larger in-focus area (in front of and behind the main subject), to a lower number for a smaller in-focus area. 1 Set the mode dial to [ 2 Rotate the setting wheel to set the aperture value. ]. A Aperture Value B Shutter speed/aperture combination SS F • The operation mode will switch between aperture and exposure compensation setting every time the setting wheel is pressed. 60 4.0 30 5.6 8.
Recording Shutter-Priority Mode Recording mode: When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set to a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trailing effect, set to a slower shutter speed. 1 Set the mode dial to [ 2 Rotate the setting wheel to set the shutter speed. ]. A Shutter Speed B Shutter speed/aperture combination SS F 30 60 125 5.6 4.0 2.
Recording Manual Exposure Mode Recording mode: Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ]. B Rotate the setting wheel to set the aperture and the shutter speed. A Light balance B Shutter speed/aperture combination • The operation mode will switch between aperture and shutter speed setting every time the setting wheel is pressed. SS F 8 15 30 60 125 2.8 4.0 5.6 8.0 4.
Recording Using the Scene Modes Recording mode: When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode and then [MENU/SET]. • If you press [DISP.] when selecting a Scene Mode, explanations about each Scene Mode are displayed. Note • To change the Scene Mode, press [MENU/SET] and then 1, and return to step 2 above.
Recording [Soft Skin] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode enables the texture of their skin to appear even softer than with [Portrait]. (It is effective when taking pictures of people from the chest up.) ∫ Technique for Soft Skin Mode To make this mode more effective: 1 Use the longest possible focal length (rotate the zoom lever towards T). 2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective. Notes • If a part of the background etc.
Recording [Panorama Shot] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or vertically, and are combined to make a single panorama picture. 1 Press 3/4 to select the recording direction and then [MENU/ SET]. 2 After confirming the recording direction, press [MENU/SET]. • The horizontal/vertical guidelines will be displayed. 3 4 Press the shutter release button halfway to focus.
Recording Notes • The zoom position is fixed to the shortest focal length. • The focus, white balance, and exposure settings are fixed at the optimum values for the first picture. As a result, if the distance to the different subjects and/or the brightness changes substantially during recording, the entire panorama picture may not be rendered with suitable focus or brightness.
Recording [Sports] This mode facilitates taking pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events. Notes • The shutter speed may slow down to 1 second. • This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at distances of approx. 5m / 16p4q or more. [Panning] When following a subject moving in one direction such as a runner or a car by turning the camera, the background becomes a blur and the subject stays focused. This effect is called “panning”. This mode allows you to obtain this effect easier.
Recording [Night Portrait] This mode allows you to take pictures of a person in which the background is rendered with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Night Portrait Mode • Use the flash. (You can set to [ ].) • Ask the subject not to move while taking the picture. Notes • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • The shutter speed may slow down to 8 seconds. • The shutter release button may remain locked (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal processing.
Recording [Handheld Night Shot] With this mode, a high-frame rate series of pictures is automatically taken and combined to make a single picture. This reduces the effects of camera shake and noise from the picture even with hand-held shooting. Notes • Do not move the camera while recording the picture series. • Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places or take pictures of moving subjects.
Recording [Baby1]/[Baby2] In the pictures taken with this mode, babies have a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [Baby1] and [Baby2]. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [Text Stamp] (P155). ∫ Birthday/Name setting 1 Press 3/4 to select [Age] or [Name] and then 1. 2 Press 3/4 to select [SET] and then [MENU/SET].
Recording [Pet] Select this mode when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat. You can set your pet’s birthday and name. For information about [Age] or [Name], refer to [Baby1]/[Baby2] on P109. [Sunset] Select this mode when you want to take pictures of a sunset view. This allows you to take vivid pictures of the red color of the sun. [High Sens.] This mode minimizes blurring due to moving subjects, and enables you to take pictures of these subjects in dimly lit rooms.
Recording [3D Photo Mode] With this mode, pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. (This camera will play back in 2D) Refer to P171 for details about the playback method. ∫ Technique for 3D Photo Mode Start the recording and then move the camera horizontally straight from left to right. • A guide is displayed while recording.
Recording Using the different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording mode: This mode allows you to utilize different image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and check the resulting image on the screen. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4 to select image effects (filters) and then [MENU/SET]. A • The image effect of the selected example image will be applied in a preview display A.
Recording ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. Items that can be set Understated colors Freshness Pop colors [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. Items that can be set Yellow is emphasized Color Red is emphasized [High Key] This effect adds a bright, airy and soft feel to the overall image.
Recording [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. Items that can be set Contrast Low High [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture. Items that can be set Contrast Low High [Impressive Art] This effect gives your photo a dramatic contrast look. Items that can be set Freshness Black and white Pop colors [High Dynamic] This effect produces the optimum brightness for both dark and bright areas of the image.
Recording [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set Color Green tone/Blue tone/Yellow tone/ Red tone • Select the color to enhance, and press [MENU/ SET]. AUTO AUTO AUTO [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera. Items that can be set Orange is emphasized Color Blue is emphasized [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama.
Recording ∫ Setting the type of defocus With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by determining the defocused and in-focus areas. You can set the (defocus) orientation and the position and size of the in-focus area. 1 Press [Fn3] to display the setting screen. • A frame around the area not to be blurred will be displayed. 2 Adjust the position and size of the frame and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Recording [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft impression. Items that can be set Defocus effect Weak Strong Note • The display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual. [Star Filter] This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect. Items that can be set Length of the rays Short Long Note • The display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping.
Recording Recording Motion Pictures with Manual Settings (Creative Video Mode) Recording mode: It is possible to manually change the aperture and shutter speed when recording motion pictures. Switching the [Creative Video] setting allows you to use settings such as those when the mode dial is switched to [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ]. 1 Set the mode dial to [ 2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then [MENU/SET]. 3 Rotate the setting wheel to change the settings. ].
Recording Notes • The settings of the aperture value, shutter speed and exposure compensation can be changed during motion picture recording. In this case, care must be taken because the sounds of such operations may be recorded. • Manually setting a higher shutter speed may increase the noise on-screen due to the higher sensitivity. • When recording under lighting such as fluorescent, LED, mercury and sodium lighting, the color rendition and brightness of the screen may change.
Recording Using Custom Mode Recording modes: You can register the current camera settings as custom settings. If you then record in Custom Mode, you can use the registered settings. • The initial setting of the Program Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. ∫ Example of registering the settings of the recording mode [ to [ ]: ] and menus etc. AFS -3 0 +3 13 1 Make the settings 2 Register them Even if you change the settings.
Recording Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) If you want to repeatedly take pictures with the same settings, you can register up to four items of the current camera settings to [Cust.Set Mem.]. 1 2 3 Set the mode dial to select the mode you wish to save, and then set the menu on the camera. Select [Cust.Set Mem.] in the [Setup] menu. (P49) Press 3/4 to select the custom set to register and then [MENU/SET]. • A confirmation screen is displayed.
Recording Using the Face Recognition Function Applicable modes: Face Recognition is a function which finds a registered face and automatically bases focus and exposure on it. Even if the person is located towards the back or on the end of a line in a group photo, the camera can still take an in-focus picture of that person. [Face Recog.] is initially set to [OFF] on the camera. [Face Recog.] will turn [ON] automatically when the camera detects a registered face.
Recording Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for faces of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/ registration) ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images • The subject should face the camera with eyes open and mouth closed, making sure the outline of the face, the eyes, or the eyebrows are not covered by the hair when registering.
Recording 5 Select the item to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item [Name] Description of settings Allows registering names. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” section on P126. [Age] Allows registering birthdays. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 2/1 to select the items (Year/Month/Day), 3/4 to set and then [MENU/SET].
Recording Changing or deleting the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. 1 2 3 4 Select [Face Recog.] in the [Rec] menu, and then press 1. (P49) Press 4 to select [MEMORY] and [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the face image to edit or delete and then [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then [MENU/SET].
Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) 1 Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. – [Name] of [Baby1]/[Baby2] or [Pet] in Scene Mode – [Name] in [Face Recog.] – [Location] in [Travel Date] – [Title Edit] 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then [MENU/SET] to register.
Recording Using the [Rec] menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P49. [Photo Style] Applicable modes: 6 effects can be selected for the image you wish to record. It is possible to adjust the items such as color or picture quality of the effect to your desire. Settings Description of settings [Standard] This is the standard setting. [Vivid] Brilliant effect with high saturation and contrast. [Natural] Soft effect with low contrast. [Monochrome] Monochrome effect, i.e. colorless.
Recording ∫ Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. 2 Press 3/4 to select the items, and then 2/1 to adjust. Item [Contrast] Effect Increases the difference between the bright and dark parts in the [r] picture. [s] S [Sharpness] [Saturation] Decreases the difference between the bright and dark parts in the picture. [r] The picture is sharply defined. [s] The picture is softly focused. [r] The colors in the picture become vivid.
Recording Resolution [Picture Size] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting the number of pixels, i.e. the resolution. The higher the resolution, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. [Aspect Ratio]: [X] [12M] [Aspect Ratio]: [Y] 4000k3000 [10.5M] 4000k2672 [8M ]¢ 3264k2448 [7M [5M ] 2560k1920 [4.5M ]¢ 2560k1712 [3M ]¢ 2048k1536 [2.5M ]¢ 2048k1360 [2M ]¢ 1600k1200 [0.3M ]¢ 640k424 [0.
Recording [Quality] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Settings Description of settings [A] A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. [›] [ [ [ A standard image quality JPEG image. This is useful for increasing the number of shots without changing the resolution. JPEG ]/ ] ] RAWiJPEG A RAW image and a JPEG image ([A] or [›]) are recorded simultaneously.¢1 RAW Only RAW images are recorded.
Recording [ISO Limit Set] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting a highest ISO value limit for the automatic ISO setting modes. Settings: [AUTO]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200] Notes • This mode is available when [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] or [ • Setting items below will be selectable in Creative Video Mode. ]. Settings: [AUTO]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200]/[6400] [ISO Increments] Applicable modes: This mode allows selecting the ISO setting increments, i.e. in 1/3EV or 1EV steps.
Recording [AF Style] Applicable modes: Select how the focus is adjusted when taking a still picture. Settings AFS The movement of the subject and the scene (recommended) Description of settings Subject is still (Scenery, anniversary photograph, etc.) “AFS” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Single”. Focus is set automatically and locked when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Pictures can only be taken if focusing is successful. Movement cannot be predicted (Children, pets, etc.
Recording [Quick AF] Applicable modes: As long as the camera is held steady, it will automatically and continuously adjust the focus setting. Focusing will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Notes • The battery will be consumed faster than usual. • Press the shutter release button halfway again when it is difficult to focus on the subject. • This mode is not available together with AF tracking.
Recording [i.Dynamic] (Intelligent dynamic range control) Applicable modes: With this mode, contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness within the subject. Settings: [HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] Notes • Even when [Sensitivity] is set to [100], [Sensitivity] may be set higher than [100] if the picture is taken with [i.Dynamic] set to valid. • The compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the conditions.
Recording [i.Resolution] Applicable modes: With this mode, pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by utilising the Intelligent Resolution Technology. Settings Description of settings [i.ZOOM] [i.Resolution] is activated, and zoom magnification increased to 2 times while limiting deterioration of the picture. [ON] [i.Resolution] is activated. [OFF] — Note • Refer to P68 for information about the Intelligent Zoom.
Recording [Stabilizer] Applicable modes: Using this mode, camera shake during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates for it, enabling less blurred, or even blur-free images to be taken. When recording motion pictures, “Active Mode” (stabilizer for motion pictures) will automatically function. This decreases image blurring when recording motion pictures while walking, etc.
Recording [AF Assist Lamp] Applicable modes: The AF Assist Lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter release button is pressed half-way making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions. (A larger AF frame is displayed depending on the recording conditions.) Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Notes • The effective range of the AF Assist Lamp is approx. 1.5m / 5p. • When you do not want to use the AF Assist Lamp A (e.g.
Recording [Flash Adjust.] Applicable modes: This mode allows adjusting the flash output if the recorded pictures are too bright or too dark. Notes • You can adjust from [j2 EV] to [i2 EV] in steps of [1/3 EV]. • Select [0 EV] to return to the standard flash output. • [i] or [j] is displayed on the flash icon in the screen when the flash level is adjusted. [Red-Eye Removal] Applicable modes: When the Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Red-Eye Removal is performed whenever the flash is used.
Recording [Auto Bracket] Applicable modes: In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded with the selected exposure steps each time the shutter release button is pressed. With Auto Bracketing d1EV 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0EV j1EV i1EV Press 2/1 to select the exposure interval and then [MENU/SET]. ±1/3 EV -3 -2 -1 0 +1 +2 +3 • When you do not want to use Auto Bracketing, select [OFF] (0). Notes • When Auto Bracketing is set, [ ] is displayed on the screen.
Recording [Date Stamp] Applicable modes: This mode allows taking a picture with date and time of recording. Settings Description of settings [W/O TIME] Stamps the year, month, and day. [WITH TIME] Stamps the year, month, day, hour, and minutes. [OFF] — Notes • Date information for pictures recorded with [Date Stamp] set cannot be deleted. • When printing pictures with [Date Stamp] at a shop or with a printer, the date will be printed on top of the other if you choose to print with the date.
Recording Using the [Motion Picture] menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P49. In Creative Video Mode, the settable [Rec] menu will be displayed in the [Motion Picture] menu. • The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following cases. – [Panorama Shot]/[3D Photo Mode] (Scene Mode) – [Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode) [Rec Mode] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting the data format of motion pictures.
Recording [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting up the picture quality of motion pictures. When [AVCHD] is selected Settings Resolution/Bit rate fps [PSH] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 28 Mbps 50p¢1(60p¢2) [FSH] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 50i¢1(60i¢2) [SH] 1280k720 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 50p ¢1 (60p Aspect ratio ¢2 16:9 ) When [MP4] is selected Settings Resolution/Bit rate [FHD] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 20 Mbps [HD] 1280k720 pixels/Approx.
Recording [High Speed Video] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting the picture quality for [High Speed Video] recording in the Creative Video Mode. • This menu is displayed only when [High Speed Video] is set.
Recording [Wind Cut] Applicable modes: This mode prevents the recording of wind-noise automatically. Settings: [AUTO]/[OFF] Notes • The sound quality may be different than usual when [Wind Cut] is set. • It is fixed to [OFF] in the following cases.
Playback/Editing Having Fun with Recorded Pictures [Auto Retouch] This mode allows balancing brightness and color of the pictures taken. • With [Auto Retouch], a new edited picture is created. Check that there is free space on the internal memory or the card. [Auto Retouch] cannot be used if the card’s Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK]. ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. 1 Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then 3. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Auto Retouch], and then [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing [Creative Retouch] This mode allows adding your desired effects to the pictures that you have taken. • With [Creative Retouch], a new edited picture is created. Check that there is free space on the internal memory or the card. [Creative Retouch] cannot be used if the card’s Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK]. 1 Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then 3. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Creative Retouch], and then [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select an item, and then [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing Playing Back Picture Series ∫ About the picture series group Pictures taken with the frame rate set to [ ] or [ ] are recorded as a single picture series group. The picture series icon [˜] will be displayed for the picture series group. • Deleting and editing within a group is possible. (For example, if you delete a picture series group with [˜], all the pictures in that group are deleted.) Notes • Picture series recorded after their number has exceeded 50000 will not be grouped.
Playback/Editing Editing Picture Series • The following editing menu can be used. – [Title Edit]/[Text Stamp]/[Resize]/[Cropping]¢/[Leveling]¢/[Favorite]/[Print Set]/[Protect]/[Copy] ¢ Cannot be used for the entire picture series group. Editing in picture series groups units (All pictures in the picture series group) 1 2 3 4 Press [MENU/SET] during playback to display the [Playback] menu. (P49) Press 3/4 to select item, and 1. Select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing Various playback methods This mode allows you to play back the recorded pictures in various methods. 1 Press [MENU/SET] during playback. 2 Press 1. 3 Press 3/4 to select the item and then [MENU/SET]. • The following can be selected. [2D/3D Settings]¢ [Filtering Play] (P152) [Normal Play] (P42) [Calendar] (P153) [Slide Show] (P149) ¢ The playback method for 3D pictures can be switched. This item is only displayed during HDMI output.
Playback/Editing ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. 3 Play/Pause 4 Stop 2 Back to previous picture¢ 1 Ahead to next picture¢ [W] Reduce volume level [T] Increase volume level W T ¢ Operable only in the following cases.
Playback/Editing [Setup] [Duration] or [Repeat] can be set. Settings Description of settings [Duration] [1 SEC.]/[2 SEC.]/[3 SEC.]/[5 SEC.] [Repeat] [ON]/[OFF] [Sound] [AUTO]: Music is played when the still pictures are played back, and audio is played when the motion pictures are played back. [Music]: Music is played back. [Audio]: Audio (only for motion pictures) is played back. [OFF]: There will be no sound.
Playback/Editing [Filtering Play] This mode allows you to determine which kinds of recordings are to be played back, i.e. only still pictures, only motion pictures, or only 3D pictures etc., and played back. Settings Description of settings [Picture Only] Only still pictures are played back. [Video Only] Only motion pictures are played back. [3D Play] Only 3D pictures are played back. • Refer to P171 for the method to play back [3D Play] pictures in 3D.
Playback/Editing [Calendar] This mode allows you to display pictures by recording date. 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back. SAT 1 2 • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 displayed. 2 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI 30 31 12 2012 Press [MENU/SET] to display the pictures that were recorded on the selected date. • Press [ ] to return to the calendar screen.
Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] menu You can use various functions in Playback Mode to resize pictures, set protection for them etc. • With [Text Stamp], [Resize], [Cropping] or [Leveling], a new, edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the internal memory or the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture. [Title Edit] This mode allows you to add text (comments) to pictures.
Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, Travel Date or title onto the recorded pictures. 1 Select [Text Stamp] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then [MENU/SET]. 3 [Single] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. [Multi] 1 2 3 4 5 6 • [‘] is displayed on pictures already with date or text stamped. [Multi] setting Press [DISP.] to set (repeat), and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Playback/Editing 6 Press [MENU/SET]. • A confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Notes • When you print pictures stamped with text, the date will be printed over the stamped text if you specify printing of the date at the photo shop or on the printer. • You can set up to 100 pictures at one time in [Multi]. • The picture quality may deteriorate when text stamping is carried out.
Playback/Editing [Video Divide] Recorded motion pictures can be split. It is recommended, e.g. for when you want to separate a part you need from one part you do not need. A motion picture cannot be restored once it has been split. 1 Select [Video Divide] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) 2 Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3 at the location to split. 3s • The motion picture is played back from the same location when 3 is pressed again.
Playback/Editing [Resize] This mode allows easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., the resolution (number of pixels) is reduced. 1 Select [Resize] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then [MENU/SET]. 3 Select the picture and the resolution. [Single] setting 1 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the resolution, and then [MENU/ SET]. • A confirmation screen is displayed.
Playback/Editing [Cropping] This mode allows you to enlarge and then crop the important part of the recorded picture. 1 Select [Cropping] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then [MENU/SET]. 3 Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. W T Rotating the zoom lever towards T: Enlargement Rotating the zoom lever towards W: Reduction 3/4/2/1: Moves the cropped section in that direction 4 Press [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing [Leveling] This mode allows minute tilting of the image can be adjusted. 1 Select [Leveling] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 2/1 to adjust the tilting, and [MENU/SET]. 1: clockwise 2: counter-clockwise 1.6° • Adjustments of up to 2o are possible. • A confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed.
Playback/Editing [Favorite] This mode allows you to do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. – Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([Favorite] in [Filtering Play]) – Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. – Delete all the pictures not set as favorites. ([All Delete Except Favorite]) 1 Select [Favorite] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing [Print Set] DPOF “Digital Print Order Format” is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of each picture to print and whether or not to print the recording date on the pictures when using a DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store. When you want to use a photo printing store to print pictures recorded in the internal memory, copy them to a card (P166) and then set the print setting.
Playback/Editing ∫ Canceling all the [Print Set] settings 1 Select [Print Set] in the [Playback] menu. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Cancel] and then [MENU/SET]. • A confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing [DISP.]. • Depending on the photo printing store or the printer, the date may not be printed even if you set to print the date.
Playback/Editing [Protect] This mode allows you to set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. 1 Select [Protect] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then [MENU/SET]. 3 [Single] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. [Multi] 1 2 3 4 5 6 • The settings are canceled when [MENU/ SET] is pressed again. • Exit the menu after it is set. Press 2/1 to select Press 3/4/2/1 to the picture. select the pictures.
Playback/Editing [Face Rec Edit] This mode allows you to delete or change the information relating to Face Recognition for the selected picture. 1 Select [Face Rec Edit] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) 2 Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then [MENU/SET]. 4 Press 2/1 to select the person and then [MENU/SET]. 5 (When [REPLACE] is selected) Press 3/4/2/1 to select the person to replace and then [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing [Copy] This mode allows you to copy the data of the pictures you have taken from the internal memory to a card or from a card to the internal memory. 1 Select [Copy] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) 2 Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then [MENU/SET]. : All the picture data in the internal memory is copied onto the card at one time. : One picture at a time is copied from the card to the internal memory.
Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Pictures recorded with this camera can be played back on a TV. Preparations: Turn the camera and the TV off. Check the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with these terminals. Image quality may vary with the different terminal types. 1 High quality 2 HDMI socket 3 Video socket 1 Connect the camera and a TV. • Make sure the plugs are aligned correctly and that they are inserted straight.
Connecting to other equipment To connect with the supplied AV cable (P7) • Always use the supplied Leica AV cable. (P7) • Check the [TV Aspect]. (P63) • Audio will be played back in monaural. D AV cable E White: to the audio input socket F Yellow: to the video input socket G Align the marks, and insert. 2 Turn on the TV and select the input to match the terminal in use. 3 Turn the camera on and then press [(].
Connecting to other equipment Using HDTV Link What is HDTV Link (HDMI)? • This function allows you to use the remote control unit of compatible TVs for easy operations when the camera has been connected to such a device using the HDMI mini cable (available as accessory, see P7) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.) • HDTV Link is function built on a HDMI control function using the standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Other linked operations Turning the camera off: If you use the remote control for the TV to turn the TV off, the camera is also turned off. Automatic input switching: • If you connect with the HDMI mini cable and then turn the camera on, and then press [(], the input channel on the TV automatically switches to the camera’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby status, it will turn on automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] setting).
Connecting to other equipment Playing back 3D pictures Connecting the camera to a 3D compatible television and playing back pictures taken in 3D allows you to enjoy 3D pictures for extra impact. It is also possible to play back the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D compatible television with an SD card slot. Preparations: Set the [3D Playback] to [ ].
Connecting to other equipment Notes • When the picture is not appropriate to view in 3D (disparity is too large, etc.) – [Slide Show]: The picture will be played back in 2D. – [Filtering Play]: A confirmation screen is displayed. Select whether or not to play back the picture in 3D. • 2 pictures may be displayed side by side when a 3D picture is played back on a TV that is not 3D compatible.
Connecting to other equipment Saving still and motion pictures on your computer You can copy recorded pictures to a computer by connecting it to the camera. • Some computers can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the instructions of your computer. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.
Connecting to other equipment Preparations: Install the available software to the computer. • Follow the instructions of the installer of the software. The available software can be used to save all the still and motion pictures recorded by the camera in their various formats to your computer. 1 Connect the camera to a computer via the supplied USB cable A. • Please turn the camera on and your computer before connecting. • Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one.
Connecting to other equipment Notes • Use a battery with sufficient capacity. If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the computer are communicating, the status indicator flashes and the alarm beeps. Refer to “Disconnecting the USB cable safely” (P176) before disconnecting the USB cable. Otherwise, data may be destroyed. • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. Otherwise, data may be destroyed.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Disconnecting the USB cable safely Select the [ ] icon in the tray displayed on the computer, and then click [Eject V-LUX 4]. • Depending on your computer’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. • If the icon is not displayed, check that [Access] is not displayed on the monitor of the camera before removing the hardware. ∫ Connection in the PTP Mode Set [USB Mode] to [PictBridge(PTP)]. • Data can now be read only from the camera into the computer.
Connecting to other equipment Saving still and motion pictures on a Recorder ∫ Dubbing with non-compatible equipment You can dub the content played back using the camera to non-compatible equipment such as recorders and video players by connecting the camera to the non-compatible equipment using the supplied AV cable. Non-compatible equipment will be able to play back the content. This is convenient if you wish to pass around dubbed content.
Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera’s monitor. • Picture series will be displayed as a list, and not as a group. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the instructions of your printer. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer.
Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3 to select [Print start] and then [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P180 for the items which can be set before starting to print the pictures. • Disconnect the USB cable after printing. PictBridge 6LQJOH 6HOHFW 3ULQW VWDUW 3ULQW ZLWK 'DWH 1XP RI SULQWV 3DSHU 6L]H 3DJH /D\RXW &DQFHO 6HOHFW OFF 1 6HW Selecting multiple pictures and printing them 1 Press 3.
Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step 2 of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step 3 of the “Selecting multiple pictures and printing them” procedures. • When you want to print pictures in a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the instructions of the printer.
Connecting to other equipment [Paper Size] Item Description of settings { Settings on the printer are prioritized. [L/3.5qk5q] 89mmk127mm [2L/5qk7q] 127mmk178mm [POSTCARD] 100mmk148mm [16:9] 101.6mmk180.6mm [A4] 210mmk297mm [A3] 297mmk420mm [10k15cm] 100mmk150mm [4qk6q] 101.6mmk152.4mm [8qk10q] 203.2mmk254mm [LETTER] 216mmk279.4mm [CARD SIZE] 54mmk85.6mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed.
Connecting to other equipment [Page Layout] (Layouts for printing that can be set with the camera) Item Description of settings { Settings on the printer are prioritized. á 1 picture with no frame on 1 page â 1 picture with a frame on 1 page ã 2 pictures on 1 page ä 4 pictures on 1 page • An item cannot be selected if the printer does not support the page layout.
Others Screen Displays ∫ In recording 1 2 Custom Settings (P121) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 Photo Style (P127) C1 34 Color Mode (P35) : Creative control adjustment display (P112) 33 32 Zoom Microphone (P144) 31 3s Flash Mode (P72) 30 Flash Exposure Compensation (P138) 29 Recording mode (for recording motion pictures) AEL 28 P 4.
Others 28 AE lock (P96) 29 Current date and time/“: World Time (P52) Number of days that have passed since the departure date (P53) Location (P53) Name (P109) Age (P109) Shutter speed/aperture combination (P58) 30 Date Stamp (P140) 31 Elapsed Recording Time (P38): 8m30s ¢ 32 Internal memory (P20) : Card (P20) (displayed only during recording) 33 Backlight Compensation (P34) 34 Recording mode (P27) ¢ “m” is an abbreviation for minute and “s” for second.
Others ∫ In playback 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Playback Mode (P149) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Protected Picture (P164) Favorites (P161) VIVD Date/Text stamped display (P140, 155) 20 100-0001 10s Photo Style (P127) 1/13 19 1 Color Mode (P35) 18 After Auto Retouch (P145) After Creative Retouch (P146) Resolution (P129) Quality (P130) Battery Indication (P16) 14 17 16 15 Internal Memory (P20) ¢ Elapsed playback time (P44): 8m30s Picture Number/Total Pictures Folder/File Number (P175) Histog
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound in the camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic fields. • Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
Others About the monitor/Viewfinder • Do not press the monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on it and it may malfunction. • If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the monitor/Viewfinder will be slightly darker than usual at first. However, the picture will return to normal brightness when the internal temperature of the camera increases. Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the monitor/viewfinder screen.
Others Charger • The [CHARGE] indicator may blink under the influence of static electricity or electromagnetic fields. This phenomenon has no effects on charging. • If you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio reception may be disturbed. • Keep the charger approx 1m / 3p3q or more away from radios. • The charger may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a malfunction. • After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet.
Others About the personal information If a name or birthday is set for [Baby1]/[Baby2]/Face Recognition function, this personal information is kept in the camera and recorded in the image. Disclaimer • Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings.
Others Message Displays Confirmation or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [This picture is protected] > Delete the picture after canceling the protect setting. (P164) [This picture cannot be deleted]/[Some pictures cannot be deleted] • Pictures not based on the DCF standard cannot be deleted. > If you want to delete some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data on a computer etc.
Others [Memory card error. This card cannot be used in this camera. Format this card?] • It is a format that cannot be used with this camera. > Insert a different card. > Format the card again with the camera after saving necessary data on a computer etc. (P65) The data on the card will be deleted. [Please turn camera off and then on again]/[System Error] • This is displayed when the lens has stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. > Turn the camera off and on.
Others [A folder cannot be created] • A folder cannot be created because there are no remaining folder numbers that can be used. > Format the card after saving necessary data on a computer etc. (P65) If you execute [No.Reset] in the [Setup] menu after formatting, the folder number is reset to 100. (P61) [Picture is displayed for 16:9 TV]/[Picture is displayed for 4:3 TV] • Select [TV Aspect] in the [Setup] menu if you want to change the TV aspect ratio.
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P193 to 202). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P62) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on. • The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery. • If you leave the camera on, the battery will be exhausted. > Turn the camera off frequently by using the [Economy] mode etc.
Others Multiple pictures are taken at one time. > Cancel the settings of White Balance Bracketing (P87). > Set Auto Bracketing (P139) or the Continuous Mode (P77) to [OFF]. • Is the Self-Timer (P80) set to [10s / 3pictures]? The subject is not focused properly. • The focus range varies depending on the recording mode. > Set to the proper mode for the distance to the subject. • The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. (P31) • There is camera shake or the subject is moving slightly.
Others The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene. • When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and color. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction. • When recording subjects in extremely bright locations or recording under fluorescent or LED lighting, mercury lamps, sodium lighting etc.
Others Monitor/Viewfinder The monitor/viewfinder becomes darker or brighter for a moment. • This phenomenon appears when you press the shutter release button halfway to set the aperture value and does not affect the recorded pictures. • This phenomenon also appears when the brightness changes when the camera is zoomed or when the camera is moved. This is because of operation of the automatic aperture of the camera, and it is not a malfunction. The monitor flickers indoors.
Others Flash The flash is not fired. • Is the flash closed? > Open the flash. (P72) • The flash cannot be used in the following cases: – When using Auto Bracketing (P139) – When recording in [Burst] (except for [ ]) (P77) – [Scenery]/[Panorama Shot]/[Night Scenery]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[HDR]/[Sunset]/[Glass Through]/[3D Photo Mode] (Scene Mode) (P102) The flash is activated several times. • The flash is activated twice when Red-Eye Reduction (P73) has been set.
Others The folder number and the file number are displayed as [—] and the monitor turns black. • Is this a non-standard picture, a picture which has been edited using a computer or a picture which was taken by another make of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking or did you take the picture using a battery with a low remaining charge? > Format the data to delete the pictures mentioned above.
Others Motion pictures recorded with this camera cannot be played back on other equipment. • Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MP4] may be played back with poor picture or sound quality or playback may not be possible even when played back with equipment compatible with these formats. Also, the recording information may not be displayed properly. TV, computer and printer The picture does not appear on the television.
Others Cannot communicate with the computer. • Is the camera connected to the computer correctly? • Is the camera recognized by the computer correctly? > Set to [PC] in [USB Mode]. (P62, 174) > Turn the camera off and on. The card is not recognized by the computer. (The internal memory is recognized.) > Disconnect the USB cable. Connect it again while the card is inserted in the camera. > If there are two or more USB terminal on a single computer, try connecting the USB cable to another USB terminal.
Others Others When shaking the camera, there is a rattling sound. In the following cases, there is no problem with the camera, so do not worry. • There is a rattling sound when the camera is shaken while the camera is turned off or during Playback Mode. (Sound of lens moving) • The camera makes a rattling sound etc., when the camera is turned on or off, or when switching from Recording Mode to Playback Mode. (Sound of the aperture) • Vibration is felt when zooming.
Others The lens clicks. • When the brightness changes due to zoom or camera movement etc., the lens may click and the picture on the screen may visibly change. However, the picture is not affected. The sound is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture. This is not a malfunction. The clock is reset. • If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset. > [Please set the clock] message will be displayed; please re-set the clock. (P24) Zooming stops instantaneously.
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