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Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX MX-1. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities. Regarding copyrights Images taken with this digital camera that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act.
Regarding Product Registration In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to “Connecting to a Computer” (p.194) for more information. To users of this camera • Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
About the Camera Warning • Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock. • If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the camera, never touch the exposed portion. There is a risk of electric shock. • Wrapping the strap around a neck is dangerous. Take care that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.
• Do not disassemble or modify the products. This can cause a fire or electric shock. • If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the products or other abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue use and consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electric shock. • If water should happen to get inside the products, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electric shock.
About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Warning • Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of small children. Placing the battery in their mouths may cause an electric shock. • If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately. Caution • Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an explosion or fire. • Do not disassemble the battery.
2. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation. 3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as the battery or SD Memory Cards from being swallowed by mistake, keep them out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately if an accessory is accidentally swallowed. Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera • When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.
• The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • The display may appear black at high temperatures, but will return to normal at normal temperatures. • The display may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid crystal properties, and is not a malfunction. • Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and outside of the camera.
Other Precautions • The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prevents new data from being recorded on the card, the stored data from being deleted, and the card from being Write-protect formatted by the camera or computer. switch r appears on the display when the card is write-protected. • Care should be taken when removing the SD Memory Card immediately after using the camera, as the card may be hot.
Contents Using Your Camera Safely ...............................................................1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................5 Contents ...........................................................................................8 Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................15 Checking the Contents of the Package ..........................................16 Names and Functions of Parts ...............................
Taking Pictures 53 Taking Still Pictures............................................................................53 Adjusting the Position of the Display ..............................................53 Taking Pictures (Auto Picture Mode)..............................................54 Taking Pictures in Basic Mode (Green Mode)................................58 Using the Zoom ..............................................................................60 How to Operate the Shooting Functions .........
Setting the Shake Reduction ........................................................106 Setting the Face Detection Function ............................................107 Setting the Blink Detection Function.............................................108 Setting the Instant Review............................................................109 Setting the Finishing Image Tone (Custom Image) ......................110 Setting the Date Imprint Function .................................................
Editing and Printing Images 141 Changing the Image Size .................................................................141 Changing the Image Size (Resize) ...............................................141 Cropping Images ..........................................................................142 Stretching a User-Selected Area of an Image (Stretch Filter) ......143 Processing Images to Make a Face Look Smaller (Small Face Filter) ..................................................................
Changing the Video Output Format ..............................................183 Selecting the HDMI Output Format ..............................................184 Setting Eye-Fi Communication .....................................................185 Adjusting the Brightness and the Tone of Colors of the Display ..185 Using the Power Saving Function ................................................186 Setting the Auto Power Off Function ............................................
Appendix 204 Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode................................204 Messages...........................................................................................212 Troubleshooting................................................................................214 Default Settings.................................................................................216 List of World Time Cities ..................................................................
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Composition of the Operating Manual This Operating Manual contains the following chapters. 1 Getting Started ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read this chapter and follow the instructions. Common operations such as the functions of the buttons and how to use the menus are also explained in this chapter.
Checking the Contents of the Package Camera PENTAX MX-1 Strap O-ST130 (*) Lens cap O-LC130 (*) Software (CD-ROM) S-SW130 Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI106 (*) Battery charger D-BC106 (*) AC plug cord (*) USB cable I-USB7 (*) Operating Manual (this manual) Quick Guide Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.
Names and Functions of Parts Power button/ Power lamp Shutter release button EV compensation dial Movie button Zoom lever Terminal cover PC/AV terminal HDMI terminal (Type D) Mode dial Microphone Flash (retracted) Strap lug Lens Self-timer lamp (Focus Assist light) Remote control receiver Display Flash pop-up lever Remote control receiver Speaker DC coupler outlet cover Battery/card cover lock lever Tripod socket Battery/card cover 17
Functions in Shooting 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 3 a b c d e 1 Power button Turns the camera off (p.46). 2 Mode dial Changes capture mode (p.68). 3 b (Flash pop-up) lever Pops the flash up. 4 Zoom lever Changes the captured area (p.60). 5 Shutter release button Captures images (p.55). 6 Movie button Starts movie recording when the mode dial is set to a position other than C (p.116). 7 EV compensation dial Sets the EV compensation value (p.95).
8 E-dial Changes the sensitivity (p.94), shutter speed, and aperture value (p.72). It is also used to select certain menus or items. 9 AV/AE-L button When you press this button in capture mode, the current exposure amount is saved in memory of the camera (AE Lock) (p.96). When the capture mode is a (Manual Exposure), specify either the shutter speed or the aperture value to be set with the e-dial (p.73). 0 d/i (Green/Delete) button Press to delete images (p.123) or reset the set value.
Functions in Playback 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Power button Turns the camera off (p.46). 2 Zoom lever Enlarges the playback image (p.131) or activates the multi-image display (p.125). Adjusts the sound volume in movie playback (p.124). 3 Shutter release button Switches to A mode (p.21). 4 E-dial Enlarges the playback image (p.131) or activates the multi-image display (p.125). Adjusts the sound volume in movie playback (p.124). 5 d/i (Green/Delete) button Press to delete images or reset the set value.
6 Four-way controller Changes the cursor position or the items on a menu or playback screen. When you press the four-way controller (3), the Playback Mode Palette is displayed (p.127). 7 4 button Activates the selected item on a menu or playback screen. 8 3 button Displays the [W Setting] menu during single-image display (p.169). Returns to single-image display during Playback Mode Palette display. 9 Q button Switches to A mode (p.21).
To Switch from Q Mode to A Mode Press the Q button or the shutter release button. Displaying the data stored in the built-in memory When an SD Memory Card is inserted in the camera, images and movies on the SD Memory Card are displayed. If you want to display images and movies in the built-in memory, turn the camera off and remove the SD Memory Card. Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card.
Landscape display 1 2 3 45 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Portrait display 1 2 3 7 8 9 17 18 +1.7 EV 1/ 2000 F2.8 1600 37 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 4 5 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 19 7 8 9 17 6 1/ 2000 F2.8 18 +1.7 EV 1600 37 20 21 23 22 24 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Capture Mode (p.68) Flash Mode (p.84) Drive Mode (p.87) White Balance (p.100) Custom Image (p.110) Eye-Fi communication status (p.185) Focus Mode (p.89) AE Metering (p.97) Battery level (p.41) Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom icon (p.
Switching the display between Landscape (horizontally long) and Portrait (vertically long) mode in shooting Holding the camera vertically for capturing a still picture automatically switches the display to Portrait mode. The display is not switched to Portrait mode in movie recording and playback. Control Panel Display Pressing the M button in capture mode displays the control panel, which enables you to change the camera settings.
C (Movie Recording) mode 1 2 Custom Image Bright 2/2 SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10:30 AM 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 37 Function name Setting Custom Image (p.118) Movie Mode (p.113) Movie Recorded Pixels (p.118) White Balance (p.100) Focusing Area (p.91) Highlight Correction (p.104) Shadow Correction (p.104) 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 16 17 ND Filter (p.105) Grid Display (p.188) Histogram (p.188) Wind Suppression (p.119) Enable Autofocus (p.120) Current date and time (p.
Display in Playback Mode Pressing the 4 button during playback switches the type of information displayed. Standard display Histogram display 100-0001 100-0001 4 1/ 1000 F8.5 1/ 1000 800 F8.5 800 4 4 100-0001 4 +0.3 1/ 2000 F8.5 800 +0.3 G1A1 24.0mm ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 02/02/2013 10:30 AM No info. display Standard display Histogram display Detailed information display No Info. display Detailed information display Captured image, file format and operation guide indicators are displayed.
Histogram Display In still-picture playback, two types of histogram for the image can be displayed: “Standard histogram” which indicates the distribution of brightness and “RGB histogram” which indicates the distribution of color intensity. Use the four-way controller (23) to switch between “Standard histogram” and “RGB histogram.” Standard histogram RGB histogram 1 23 4 5 100-0001 6 1/ 1000 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 F8.
Detailed Information Display Still picture 100-0001 2 1 7 10 +0.3 1/ 2000 F8.5 +0.3 800 G1A1 24.0mm ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 12 13 16 14 17 3 4 11 8 5 9 6 26 15 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 27 25 28 02/02/2013 10:30 AM Movie 100-0001 2 1 +0.3 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 12 13 14 15 16 17 28 6 26 15 21 23 02/02/2013 10:30 AM 6 7 8 9 10 11 5 29 01:30 1 2 3 4 5 3 4 Captured image 18 Capture Mode (p.68) 19 Protect setting (p.135) 20 Memory status (p.47) Folder number-File number 21 (p.177) Battery level (p.
* Indicators 10 and 11 appear only for images taken with the flash. * Indicators 17, 18, 19, and 20 appear only for images taken with the corresponding functions enabled. * Indicators 23 and 24 do not appear for RAW images. Copyright Information Display 1 23 4 100-0001 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 1234567890123456 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP 1234567890123456 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP Captured image Protect setting (p.135) Memory status (p.47) Folder number-File number (p.177) 5 6 7 8 9 Battery level (p.
To Adjust the Exposure 1p.95 Compensating for Brightness (D-Range Setting) 1p.104 Understanding Brightness If the image is normal in brightness with no extremely bright or dark portions, the graph peaks in the middle. If the image is underexposed, the peak is on the left side, and if it is overexposed, the peak is on the right side.
Electronic Level Indication This camera is equipped with an electronic level for detecting whether the camera is level. When you set [Electronic Level] to O (On) with [LCD View Options] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, the electronic level is displayed in standard display mode, showing tilt of the camera. Any tilt with respect to the level is shown on the horizontal bar graph and any tilt with respect to the perpendicular is shown on the vertical bar graph.
How to Change Function Settings Function settings of the camera can be changed using the direct keys, menus or control panel. This section explains the basic ways to change function settings. Using the Direct Keys In capture mode, you can set Drive Mode, Sensitivity, Flash Mode and Focus Mode by pressing the four-way controller (2345). (p.63) Below, how to set Focus Mode is explained as an example. 1 Press the four-way controller (5) in capture mode. The Focus Mode setting screen appears.
Using the Menus This section explains how to use the following menus: [A Rec. Mode], [C Movie], [R Setting] and [A Custom]. Below, how to set [Shake Reduction] in the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu is explained as an example. 1 Press the 3 button in capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode 1] menu appears on the display. The menus listed below are displayed in the following situations.
4 Press the four-way controller (5). Available settings are displayed in the pulldown menu or submenu. 1 MENU 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select a setting. Press the 3 button to cancel the pulldown menu, or return to the previous screen. 6 2 3 HDR Capture Standard D-Range Setting Distortion Corr. Shake Reduction Sensor Shift Face Detection On Blink Detection Exit 1 2 3 HDR Capture Standard D-Range Setting Distortion Corr.
• You can select whether to display the menu tab selected the last time first, or to always display the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu first. (p.188) • Refer to the following pages for details on each menu. - [A Rec. Mode] menus 1 p.63 - [C Movie] menu 1p.66 - [R Setting] menus 1p.169 - [A Custom] menus 1p.67 Using the Control Panel While shooting, the current settings can be checked on the display, and you can switch to the control panel and change settings.
4 Use the four-way controller (45) or e-dial to select a setting value. Focusing Area Auto Cancel 5 OK Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. 6 Press the M button. The camera is ready to take a picture. You can also change the setting by turning the e-dial after selecting the item you want to change in Step 2. Detailed settings such as parameters can be changed after pressing the 4 button.
Attaching the Lens Cap and Strap Getting Started Attach the lens cap and strap supplied with the camera. 2 Attach the string provided to the lens cap. 1 Getting Started 1 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure it on the inside of the clasp. As shown in the illustration, passing the strap through the lens cap’s string prevents the lens cap from being lost. 3 Attach the other end of the strap in the same manner as described above.
Powering the Camera 1 Charging the Battery Getting Started Use the supplied battery charger (D-BC106) to charge the supplied rechargeable lithium-ion battery (D-LI106) before using it in the camera for the first time or after a long period of non-use, or when the [Battery depleted] message appears. Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord, rated 125 V, 7A, minimum 6 ft (1.
The time required to fully charge the battery is about 140 minutes (max.). (The charging time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and charging conditions.) The appropriate ambient temperature for charging the battery is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). 1 Getting Started • Do not use the supplied battery charger (D-BC106) to charge batteries other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI106, as the battery charger may overheat or be damaged.
2 1 While pressing the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow 3, insert the battery so that the PENTAX logo is facing toward the display. Getting Started Match the marks on the battery to the marks inside the battery compartment and push the battery in until it is locked in place. (The battery cannot be inserted if it is incorrectly oriented.) 3 Close the battery/card cover. After closing the battery/card cover, slide the cover lock lever in the opposite direction indicated by 1.
• Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, and Playback Time (at 23° C with the display on and the battery fully charged) Movie Recording Time*2 Playback Time*2 Approx. 90 min. Approx. 280 min. *1 Image Storage Capacity shows the approximate number of shots recorded during CIPA-compliant testing (with display on, flash used for 50% of the shots, and 23 degrees centigrade). Actual performance may vary according to operating conditions. *2 According to the result of in-house testing.
Using the AC Adapter 1 Use of the optional AC adapter kit (K-AC130) is recommended if you intend to use the camera for a long time or connect it to a computer. Getting Started AC plug cord 1 4 8 7 3 AC adapter DC coupler 6 DC terminal 1 2 Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the battery/card cover. Remove the battery. Refer to p.39 - p.40 on how to open/close the battery/card cover and remove the battery. 3 Insert the DC coupler while holding down the battery lock lever.
6 Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter. Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. • Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. • Make sure that the AC plug cord and the DC terminal connecting the AC adapter to the camera are inserted securely. Data may be lost if either becomes disconnected while data is being recorded on the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory. • Use the AC adapter with due care to avoid fire or electric shock.
Installing an SD Memory Card 1 Getting Started This camera uses a commercially available SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, or SDXC Memory Card. Captured images are saved on the SD Memory Card when a card is inserted in the camera. They are saved in the built-in memory when no card is inserted (p.47). • Be sure to use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on other cameras or digital devices. Refer to “Formatting the Memory” (p.
Battery/card cover lock lever 1 SD Memory Card socket 1 Getting Started Battery/card cover SD Memory Card Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the battery/card cover. 1 Slide the battery/card cover lock lever in the direction of the arrow and 2 open the battery/card cover. 2 Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card socket so that the label is facing the display side of the camera. Push the card in until it clicks.
Turning the Camera On and Off 1 Getting Started Power button 1 2 Remove the lens cap. Press the power button. The camera turns on and the display turns on. When you turn the camera on, the lens extends. (The lens will not extend if the initial settings have not been configured.) If the [Language/u] screen or [Date Adjustment] screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure on p.48 to set the display language and/or current date and time. 3 Press the power button again.
Checking the SD Memory Card The SD Memory Card is checked when the camera turns on and the memory status is displayed. + r The SD Memory Card is inserted. Images will be saved on the SD Memory Card. The SD Memory Card is not inserted. Images will be saved in the built-in memory. The write-protect switch on the SD Memory Card is in the LOCK position (p.7). Images cannot be recorded. +1.7 EV 1/ 60 F8.
Initial Settings 1 Getting Started The [Language/u] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time (p.46). Perform the operations in “Setting the Display Language” below to set the language, and in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.51) to set the current date and time. The language, date, and time can be changed later. Refer to the pages below for instructions. • To change the language, follow the steps in “Changing the Display Language” (1p.177).
If you accidentally select the wrong language and proceed to the next procedure, perform the following operation to set the desired language. If the wrong language has been inadvertently selected Press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the desired language and press the 4 button. The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the selected language. If the screen after step 2 appears in the wrong language 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Getting Started 1 2 Press the 3 button.
3 Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [W Hometown]. 1 4 Press the four-way controller (5). Initial Setting The [W Hometown] screen appears. English Getting Started Hometown New York DST OFF Settings complete MENU 5 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a city. Cancel Hometown City DST MENU Cancel 6 New York OK OK Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time). 7 8 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off).
Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time and the display style. 1 1 Press the four-way controller (5). 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the date format. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/ dd]. Date Adjustment mm/dd/yy 24h Date Format Time 00:00 Settings complete MENU 3 01/01/2013 Date Getting Started The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. Cancel Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to [24h].
If you press the 4 button in Step 10, the camera clock is reset to 0 seconds. To set the exact time, press the 4 button when the time signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 0 seconds. 1 Getting Started 52 When the [Initial Setting] or [Date Adjustment] screen is displayed, you can cancel the settings made up to that point and switch to capture mode by pressing the 3 button. In this case, the [Initial Setting] screen will appear again the next time you turn the camera on.
Taking Pictures Taking Still Pictures Adjusting the Position of the Display The display can be lowered down to approx. 45° or raised upward to approx. 90°. This is convenient for shooting at a low angle, or shooting with the camera above your head. Taking Pictures • Be careful not to apply excessive force to the display when adjusting its position. • The display cannot be moved horizontally. • Put the display back in the original position when using in ordinary situations.
Taking Pictures (Auto Picture Mode) 2 This camera features various capture modes, focus modes, and drive modes for expressing your photographic vision. This section explains how to take pictures using b (Auto Picture) mode, by simply pressing the shutter release button. In b mode, the camera automatically selects the most appropriate capture mode depending on the situations and subjects. Taking Pictures 1 2 Remove the lens cap. Press the power button. The camera turns on and enters Capture Mode.
When the camera detects a person’s face, the Face Detection function is activated and the face detection frame appears (p.58). 1/ 60 F8.5 800 37 Face detection frame 5 2 5 6 Taking Pictures You can change the captured area by turning the zoom lever to the right or left (p.60). Right (5) Enlarges the subject. Left (6) Widens the area that is captured by the camera. Press the shutter release button halfway. The selected shooting mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.
2 Taking Pictures The following restrictions apply in b mode: - You cannot set the Face Detection function to [Off]. - The focusing area setting is fixed at J (Auto). - The b (Flower) mode cannot be selected when using Digital Zoom or Intelligent Zoom. - If A (Night Scene) mode is selected when the flash mode is C (Auto) or D (Auto + Red-eye), the flash mode is fixed to a (Flash Off).
Subjects that are difficult to focus on Instant Review and Blink Detection 2 Taking Pictures The camera may not be able to focus under the following conditions. In these cases, lock the focus on an object the same distance away as the subject (by pressing and holding the shutter release button halfway), then aim the camera at your subject and press the shutter release button fully.
To Use the Face Detection Function 2 Taking Pictures With this camera, the Face Detection function is available with all shooting modes. When the camera detects a person’s face in the image, the Face Detection function displays a yellow face detection frame around the face on the screen display, sets the focus (Face Detection AF) and compensates the exposure (Face Detection AE). If the subject in the face detection frame moves, the frame also moves and changes its own size as it tracks the face.
Sensitivity AUTO ISO Range EV Compensation Flash Exp. Comp. Custom Image White Balance AF Setting AWB fine-tuning AB AWB fine-tuning GM Focusing Area AF Mode Focus Assist AE Metering ND Filter p Capture D-Range Setting Highlight Correction Shadow Correction Distortion Corr.
LCD View Options Grid Display Histogram Highlight Alert Electronic Level Date Imprint 2 1 X (Off) P (Off) P (Off) P (Off) Off Set the mode dial to 9 (Green). Taking Pictures The camera switches to 9 mode. When the camera detects a person’s face, the Face Detection function is activated and the face detection frame appears (p.58). To use the flash, slide the b lever to pop up the flash (p.86). 2 Press the shutter release button halfway.
1 Turn the zoom lever in capture mode. 5 6 Right (5) Enlarges the subject. Left (6) Widens the area that is captured by the camera. 2 Green: Intelligent Zoom White: Digital Zoom Taking Pictures If you continue turning the lever to the right (5), the camera automatically switches from optical zoom to Intelligent Zoom and stops at the point it switches to Digital Zoom. Once the lever is released and turned again, the camera switches to Digital Zoom.
Recorded Pixels f/O/N/P h/Q/R/S Intelligent Zoom Approx. 6.2x Approx. 7.8x Digital Zoom Approx. 7.8x Not available • It is recommended to use a tripod or other support to prevent camera shake when taking pictures at high zoom. • When the focus mode is set to I (1cm Macro), the zoom position is fixed. • Pictures taken in the Digital Zoom range appear grainier than pictures taken in the optical zoom range. • Intelligent Zoom is not available when the number of recorded pixels is set to E/I/H/J (4.
How to Operate the Shooting Functions You can change capture-related settings using the direct keys, control panel, [A Rec. Mode] menu, [C Movie] menu or [A Custom] menu. For details on how to use the menus, refer to “Using the Menus” (p.33). 2 Taking Pictures Direct Keys Setting Items Press the four-way controller (2345) in capture mode to set the following items. Key Item Function Page 2 Drive Mode Selects Continuous Shooting, Burst Shooting, Self-timer, Remote Control or Auto Bracketing.
Menu Item Capture Settings Custom Image *1/ Scene Mode *2 2 Sets the horizontal and vertical ratio of images. File Format *1 Sets the file format. JPEG Recorded Pixels *1 Sets the recording size of images saved in JPEG format. JPEG Quality *1 Sets the quality of images saved in JPEG format. White Balance *1 Page p.110 p.97 Selects the white balance. p.100 Focusing Area *1 Sets the target area of auto focusing. p.91 AF Mode *1 Selects the method of auto focusing. p.
Menu A3 Function Page Blink Detection Determines whether to activate Blink Detection in combination with Face Detection. p.108 Digital Zoom Determines whether to use the Digital Zoom function. p.62 Instant Review Sets the Instant Review display settings. p.109 2 Memory Determines which settings to save when the power is turned off. p.121 LCD View Options Sets the display in capture mode. p.188 Date Imprint Determines whether to imprint the p.112 date/time when taking still pictures.
Movie Menu Items The following settings can be performed in the [C Movie 1] menu. Press the 3 button when the mode dial is set to C to display the [C Movie 1] menu. Menu 2 Taking Pictures C1 Item Function Custom Image *1 Sets the image finishing tone, such as saturation, hue and contrast. p.118 Recorded Pixels *1 Sets the number of recorded pixels or size of the movie. p.118 Movie SR Activates the Movie SR function. p.119 Reduces the wind noise in recording. p.
Custom Function Menu Items Set the [A Custom 1-2] menus to fully use the functions of this camera. Menu A2 Function Page 1. AE-L with AF Locked Sets whether to lock the exposure value p.96 when the focus is locked. 2. Bracketing Order Sets the order for Auto Bracketing shooting. p.88 3. WB When Using Flash Sets the white balance setting when using flash. p.102 4. AWB in Tungsten Light Sets whether to adjust the tungsten light color tone when the white balance is set p.
Selecting the Capture Mode with the Mode Dial This camera features various capture modes. Using the mode dial, select the appropriate capture mode suited for your photographic vision. In this manual, the capture modes are referred to as follows. Capture Mode 2 Type Page Taking Pictures The camera will automatically select the B (Auto Picture) mode optimal capture mode for the subject. p.54 ! (Scene) mode You can choose the capture mode from various scene styles. p.
Shooting in Specific Scenes (Scene Mode) By setting the mode dial to ! (Scene), you can choose from the following shooting scenes. Shooting Scene Portrait b Flower D Landscape f Blue Sky K Sunset A Night Scene N Handheld Night Snap B Night Scene Portrait U Candlelight S Fireworks K Food Q Surf & Snow e Pet R Kids \ Sport c Digital SR c Text 2 Taking Pictures F Description For capturing portraits. Reproduces a healthy and bright skin tone. For images of flowers.
Shooting Scene Y Candid Capture X Digital Wide F 2 Digital Panorama o Miniature Description Disables sound effects, flash and AF assist light for discreet image capture. Stitches two pictures together to create a wider image. (1p.78) Stitches images taken with the camera to create a panoramic photograph. (1p.80) For capturing an image with the subject looks like miniature objects. Taking Pictures Some functions may not be available or may not work fully depending on the selected shooting mode.
4 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose a shooting scene. When an icon is selected in the Scene Mode Palette, the guide for the selected shooting scene appears. 5 Surf & Snow For bright images such as sand or snow. Accurately meters for bright scenes Cancel OK 2 Taking Pictures Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. 6 Press the M button. The camera is set to capture status. To use the flash, slide the b lever to pop up the flash (p.86).
To Select the Exposure Mode This camera features the following four exposure modes. The settings available for each exposure mode are as follows. z: Available 2 Exposure Mode #: Restricted × : Not available EV Change Compensation Shutter Speed Change Aperture Value Change Sensitivity Taking Pictures e Program z # # z b Shutter Priority z z × z c Aperture Priority z × z z a Manual Exposure × z z Other than AUTO 1 2 Set the mode dial to e, b, c or a.
e The shutter speed and aperture value are changed so that the exposure amount is maintained (Program Shift). b Shutter speed c Aperture value a Shutter speed and aperture value Taking Pictures In a mode, press the A button to select the setting (shutter speed or aperture value) to be changed with the e-dial, and then turn the e-dial to change the setting. 2 • In a mode, EV Compensation is not available. • [AUTO] cannot be selected for sensitivity.
To Use the Bulb Shooting This is useful when shooting night scenes and fireworks which require long exposures. 2 1 2 Set the mode dial to a. Taking Pictures Turn the e-dial to the left (f), and set the shutter speed to h. h appears after the slowest shutter speed. Bulb 3 F8.0 125 37 Press the shutter release button. The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is kept pressed. • In Bulb shooting, the following functions are not available.
Taking a Picture in Wide Dynamic Range (p Mode) Three images captured with different exposures can automatically be processed to store a single composite picture, enabling you to obtain an image with wider dynamic range. Set the mode dial to p. 2 Press the shutter release button first halfway then fully. 2 Taking Pictures 1 Images of ±0EV, -2.0EV and +2.0EV are continuously captured. The message [Data being processed] is displayed, and three images are processed to create a composite image.
Using # Mode To Save the Settings in # Mode 2 By saving the current camera settings, you can easily retrieve them by setting the mode dial to #. The following settings can be saved: Taking Pictures • • • • • • • • • • • • 1 Exposure modes e (default setting)/b/c/a Aperture (only in c/a modes) Shutter speed (only in b/a modes) [A Rec.
5 Press the 4 button. The save process starts. When the save process is completed, the camera returns to capture or playback mode. To Take Pictures in # Mode Set the mode dial to #. The saved settings are retrieved. 2 3 2 Taking Pictures 1 Change the settings already saved in # mode if necessary. To use the flash, slide the b lever. The flash pops up (p.86). 4 Take a picture. The settings changed in # mode are valid only when the mode dial is set to #.
Various Shooting Methods Using the Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode) 2 Taking Pictures In X (Digital Wide) mode, you can stitch two vertical images captured with this camera into a single frame up to approx. 17 mm coverage (35 mm film equivalent). + 1 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select X from the Scene Mode Palette with the procedure on p.70. Press the 4 button, and then press the M button. The camera enters X mode.
3 Press the shutter release button to take a shot. 2 The first captured image is temporarily saved, and the shooting screen for the second image is displayed. 2 4 Take the second image. Overlap the image on the preview guide on the left of the screen to compose the second image (right half of picture). Repeat Step 3 to take the second image. The stitched first and second image appears on the display (Instant Review), and then is saved.
Cancel Returns to the shooting screen for the second image. Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode) 2 In F (Digital Panorama) mode, you can stitch together two or three captured frames to create a panoramic photograph with the camera. Taking Pictures 1 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select F from the Scene Mode Palette with the procedure on p.70. Press the 4 button, and then press the M button. The camera enters F mode and the message [Set shift direction] is displayed.
5 Take the second frame. Move the camera so that the semitransparent image and the actual view overlap and press the shutter release button. 2nd Frame 6 Exit Take the third frame. • Some distortion may result from moving objects, repeating patterns, or if nothing exists when overlapping the first and second frames or the second and third frames on the preview guide. • When the Face Detection function (p.107) is set to [On], it works only when taking the first shot.
Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) In e (Pet) mode, the camera automatically releases the shutter when the pet is detected. Also the camera can register pets. 1 2 Taking Pictures 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select e from the Scene Mode Palette with the procedure on p.70. Press the 4 button, and then press the M button. The camera enters e mode, and is set to capture status.
When the camera detects the pet’s full face, a pet detection frame appears, and the shutter is automatically released. You can also take a picture by pressing the shutter release button. Selection / Registry 38 • When you press the 3 button on the pet registration screen, the registration will be canceled and the camera returns to capture status. • Only dogs and cats can be registered in e mode. Other animals or human faces cannot be registered.
Setting the Shooting Functions Selecting the Flash Mode 2 Taking Pictures C Auto a Flash Off b Flash On The flash discharges automatically depending on the light conditions. If the Face Detection function is activated, the flash mode is automatically set to F. The flash does not discharge, regardless of the brightness. Use this mode to take pictures where flash photography is prohibited. The flash discharges regardless of the brightness.
Using the flash when capturing images at a close distance may cause irregularities in the image due to the light distribution. When using the flash at an extremely close distance, a shadow of the lens may appear in the picture taken. 1 Slide the b lever to the direction of the arrow. 2 The flash pops up and begins charging. 2 Press the four-way controller (4) in still-picture capture mode. Auto Taking Pictures b lever The Flash Mode screen appears. 0.
To Use the Flash 1 2 Select a capture mode. Slide the b lever. The flash pops up and begins charging. b (red) blinks on the display while charging. When the flash is fully charged, the icon of the selected flash mode appears on the display (not displayed in C mode). 2 Taking Pictures 3 Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus frame (or face detection frame) on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance. 4 Press the shutter release button fully.
Selecting the Drive Mode You can select any drive mode for shooting from among Continuous Shooting, Burst Shooting, Self-timer, Remote Control, and Auto Bracketing. Continuous Shooting/Burst Shooting(L) /Burst Shooting(H) A C Burst Shooting(L) Burst Shooting(H) Each time a picture is taken, the image is saved in the memory before the next image is taken. The higher the image quality, the longer the interval between shots.
To Shoot while Automatically Changing the Exposure (lAuto Bracketing) 2 When the shutter release button is pressed once, three consecutive pictures at different exposure levels are taken so that you can select the best one later. The shooting order is: correct exposure → negative compensation → positive compensation. Taking Pictures You can change the order of three shots using [2. Bracketing Order] in the [A Custom 1] menu (p.67).
2 Taking Pictures • For movies using the self-timer, recording will start ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter release button or the Movie button is pressed. • Press the shutter release button halfway while the self-timer is running to stop the countdown and press fully to restart the countdown. • Z cannot be selected while the 9 (Green) mode settings remain as the default. However, it can be selected if you select Z in another shooting mode first, and then switch the shooting mode to 9 (Green).
1 Press the four-way controller (5) in capture mode. Standard The Focus Mode screen appears. Cancel 2 2 OK Taking Pictures Use the four-way controller (45) or the e-dial to select a focus mode, and press the 4 button. The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status. • In 9 (Green) mode, you can only select = or q. • The focus mode is fixed at s in S (Fireworks) mode.
4 Press the 4 button. The focus is fixed and the camera is ready to take a picture. After the focus is fixed, you can press the four-way controller (5) again to display the \ indicator and readjust the focus. The shooting mode and drive mode cannot be changed while the \ indicator is displayed. Selecting the Autofocus Settings You can set the autofocus area and focusing method.
4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select a focusing area, and press the 4 button. The setting is saved. • In C (Movie), c (Time-Lapse Movie) and d (High Speed Movie) modes, the focusing area cannot be set to W. • In 9 (Green) and S (Fireworks) modes, the focusing area is fixed at J. • The [Focusing Area] setting can also be changed using the control panel. 2 Taking Pictures To Set the Autofocus Mode (AF Mode) Set the timing of autofocusing. AF.S AF.
4 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). The setting is saved. 2 Taking Pictures • Looking at the light directly does not pose a safety but you may feel dazzled. Do not look directly into the emitter from a very short distance.
Setting the Exposure To Set the Sensitivity 2 You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. The sensitivity can be set to AUTO or within a sensitivity range equivalent to ISO 100 to 12800 in increments of 1 EV or 1/3 EV. The default setting is AUTO. Taking Pictures 1 Press the four-way controller (3) in capture mode. The Sensitivity setting screen appears. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [ISO AUTO] or [ISO].
Expanding the Dynamic Range Dynamic range is the ratio that indicates the light level expressed by the CMOS sensor pixels from bright areas to dark areas. The larger it is, the better the whole range from dark to bright areas will appear in the picture. By expanding the dynamic range, you can expand the light level expressed by the CMOS sensor pixels, making it more difficult for bright areas or dark areas to occur in the image.
• EV Compensation is not available when the capture mode is set to a (Manual Exposure). • The set compensation value is not canceled by turning the camera off or by switching to another capture mode. 2 To Lock the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock) Taking Pictures AE Lock is a function that locks the exposure (exposure amount) prior to taking a picture. Use this when the subject is too small or is backlit and a proper exposure setting cannot be obtained. 1 Set the exposure, and press the A button.
To Select the AE Metering Method Choose the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. The following three methods are available. The sensor meters the brightness in multiple different zones. (Default setting) Even in backlit locations, this mode automatically determines what level of brightness is in which portion and automatically adjusts exposure. M Center-weighted metering Metering is weighted at the center of the sensor.
1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Capture Settings] in the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Capture Settings] screen appears. 2 2 Taking Pictures Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Aspect Ratio], [File Format], [JPEG Recorded Pixels] or [JPEG Quality], and press the four-way controller (5). Capture Settings Aspect Ratio File Format JPEG Recorded Pixels JPEG Quality MENU Refer to p.98 - p.100 for details about the settings.
File Format You can set the format of image files. Captures images in JPEG format. (Default setting) You can change the number of recorded pixels in [JPEG Recorded Pixels], and the image quality level in [JPEG Quality]. RAW The RAW format is a CMOS sensor output format saved without processing. RAW files are recorded with the general-purpose DNG (Digital Negative) format designed by Adobe Systems.
Aspect Ratio Recorded Pixels F 2 Taking Pictures G Pixels N 3984×2656 (default setting) P 3072×2048 g 2592×1728 i 2016×1344 k 2992×2992 (default setting) f 2304×2304 h 1936×1936 i 1536×1536 • The more pixels there are, the bigger the file size. The file size will also vary according to the [JPEG Quality] setting. • The quality of a captured image depends on the exposure control, resolution of the printer and a variety of other factors.
Item Setting Color Temperature *1 For use when taking pictures in sunlight. Approx. 5,200K H Shade For use when taking pictures in the shade. It reduces the bluish color tones in a picture. Approx. 8,000K ^ Cloudy For use when taking pictures on cloudy days. Approx. 6,000K J Fluorescent Light For use when taking pictures under fluorescent lighting. Select the type of fluorescent light.
2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select the white balance. When J (Fluorescent Light) is selected, press the four-way controller (3) and use the four-way controller (45) to select D, N, W, or L. 2 Taking Pictures 3 Auto White Balance Cancel WB± OK Press the 4 button. The [A Rec. Mode 1] menu is resumed. 4 Press the 3 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. • Because the light source changes when a flash discharges, you can set the white balance for when the flash discharges.
2 3 Under the light you wish to measure the white balance of, fully display a white sheet of paper on the display, or select a white area as the subject. Press the shutter release button fully. The white balance is automatically adjusted. 4 2 Press the 4 button. 5 Press the 3 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. • No image is recorded when the shutter release button is pressed to adjust the white balance. • The message [Cannot process correctly] appears when measuring is unsuccessful.
Four-way controller Adjusts the tone of the colors between (45) blue (B) and amber (A). d/i button 4 Resets the adjustment value. Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the White Balance setting screen. 2 5 Press the 4 button. Taking Pictures The [A Rec. Mode 1] menu is resumed. 6 Press the 3 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. Selecting p Capture Mode When adapting three images captured in p mode, you can apply an HDR Filter effect. Select the level of the effect.
1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [D-Range Setting] in the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [D-Range Setting] screen appears. 2 Change the setting. For [Highlight Correction] Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto], [On] or [Off], and press the 4 button. When you select [Auto], the camera switches between [On] and [Off] automatically.
2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto], [On], or [Off], and press the 4 button. • When you switch the camera to a (Manual Exposure) or C (Movie) mode with [Auto] selected, the setting is automatically changed to [Off]. • The setting is fixed to [Auto] in b (Auto Picture) mode or is fixed to [Off] in S (Fireworks) mode. • The [ND Filter] setting can also be changed using the control panel.
1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Shake Reduction] in the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select the Shake Reduction type, and press the 4 button. • In 9 (Green) mode, the setting is fixed to [Sensor Shift]. • In N (Handheld Night Snap) mode, the setting is fixed to [Dual]. • [Dual] cannot be set in the following situations.
Off 1 The camera does not detect a person’s face. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Face Detection] in the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. 2 Taking Pictures 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select an option. Press the 4 button. The setting is saved. The Face Detection icon appears on the display.
1 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Blink Detection] in the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. O Blink Detection function works (default setting). P Blink Detection function does not work. Blink Detection 1p.57 2 Taking Pictures • If the Blink Detection function worked when shooting, the message [Closed eyes have been detected] appears for 3 seconds during Instant Review.
4 Histogram Shows the brightness distribution of an image (p.27). Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) portions blink red (p.29). Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. 2 Instant Review 1p.57 Taking Pictures Setting the Finishing Image Tone (Custom Image) Select the desired picture style from the following modes and enjoy taking pictures with a creative finishing tone.
2 Use the four-way controller (45) or the e-dial to select a custom image, and press four-way controller (3). Bright The screen for selecting parameters appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose a parameter you want to change. The following parameters can be changed according to the selected image finishing tone.
• Pressing the d/i button resets the current value of the selected parameter to the default value. • The [Custom Image] setting can also be changed using the control panel. 2 Setting the Date Imprint Function Taking Pictures You can choose whether to imprint the date and/or time when taking still pictures. 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Date Imprint] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears.
Recording Movies You can record movies by setting the C icon on the mode dial to the dial indicator. Selecting the Movie Mode There are three movie recording modes. Choose your desired mode. 1 Modes Movie Time-Lapse Movie High Speed Movie Taking Pictures C c d 2 Characteristics For recording movies. Captures frames for fast motion playback. Captures frames for slow motion playback. Set the mode dial to C. The camera enters the movie mode last selected. The default setting is C (Movie).
Cautions for C (Movie), c (Time-Lapse Movie) and d (High Speed Movie) in common • The flash cannot be used. • The AE metering method is fixed to L (Multi-segment) and the sensitivity is fixed to ISO AUTO. • Only Standard, Self-timer or Remote Control can be selected for the drive mode. • Optical Shake Reduction is not performed. • Select the focus mode before recording starts. The focus mode cannot be changed during recording.
2 Press the shutter release button halfway. The following information appears on the display. 1 Movie Mode icon 2 Focus frame (does not appear during recording) 3 Remaining recordable time 1 2 07:34 You can change the captured area by turning the zoom lever to the left or right. Right (5) Enlarges the subject. Left (6) Widens the area that is captured by the camera. 6 3 5 Taking Pictures 2 When you press the shutter release button halfway, AE adjustment and AE Lock are performed.
4 Press the shutter release button fully. Recording stops. Playing Back Movies 1p.124 2 Taking Pictures • When you set [Enable Autofocus] or [Enable Optical Zoom] in the [C Movie 1] menu to O(On), the autofocus system or the optical zoom can be used during movie recording. (Note that the working sound may be recorded with the movie.) • In c (Time-Lapse Movie) and d (High Speed Movie) modes, the number of recorded pixels is fixed to 640×480. • In c (Time-Lapse Movie) mode, no sound is recorded.
Movie button 2 Press the Movie button in still-picture capture mode. Recording starts. 2 Press the Movie button. Taking Pictures 1 Recording stops. • When recording starts using the Movie button, the number of recorded pixels is fixed to 1920×1080 and the frame rate 30 fps. • [Movie SR] (Movie Shake Reduction) is fixed to O (On). • The recorded area of a movie becomes smaller, both horizontally and vertically, than the image shown on the display before recording.
The [Custom Image], [Recorded Pixels], [Wind Suppression] and [Enable Autofocus] settings can also be changed using the control panel. To Set the Finishing Image Tone of a Movie (Custom Image) 2 Taking Pictures You can record a movie by setting the finishing image tone. The selectable image tones and parameters are the same as those for still pictures. For details, refer to “Setting the Finishing Image Tone (Custom Image)” (p.110).
Settings Recorded Pixels Frame Rate V 1280×720 60 fps Records images in HDTV format (16:9). Quick movement is recorded smoothly. U 1280×720 30 fps Records images in HDTV format (16:9). Movement is recorded smoothly. Use * The frame rate (fps) indicates the number of frames per second. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels] in the [C Movie 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears.
2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. O Suppresses wind noises. P Does not suppress wind noises (default setting). To Set Autofocus during Movie Recording (Enable Autofocus) 2 You can activate the autofocus system during movie recording. Taking Pictures 1 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Enable Autofocus] in the [C Movie 1] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between O and P. O Activates the autofocus system during movie recording.
Saving the Settings (Memory) Item Description 2 Taking Pictures The Memory function is for saving the current camera settings when the camera is turned off. For some camera settings, the Memory function is always set to O (On) (the settings are saved when the camera is turned off), while for others you can choose O or P (Off) (to choose whether the settings are saved or not when the camera is turned off). The items which can be set to O or P in the Memory function are shown in the table below.
Item File No. 2 1 Description If a new SD Memory Card is inserted when O (On) has been selected, file numbers are assigned sequentially. Default Page Settings O — Taking Pictures Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Memory 1] screen appears. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose an item. Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between O and P.
Playing Back Images Playing Back and Deleting Images Playing Back Still Pictures 3 Q button 1 Press the Q button after taking a picture. File number 100-0001 The camera enters playback mode and the captured image appears on the display (single-image display). 1/ 1000 2 F8.5 800 Press the four-way controller (45). Playing Back and Deleting Images Four-way controller The previous or next image appears.
Delete JPEG Deletes only the JPEG image. Delete RAW Deletes only the RAW image. Delete RAW+JPEG Deletes images in both file formats. For information on other deletion procedures 1p.133 Playing Back Movies 3 Playing Back and Deleting Images You can play back the movies you have taken. The sound is played back at the same time. Zoom lever E-dial Four-way controller Q button 1 2 In playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the movie you want to play back.
Four-way controller (2) Four-way controller (5) held down Four-way controller (4) held down Pauses playback. Fast-forwards playback while the button is held down. Fast-reverses playback while the button is held down. Available operations while playback is paused Four-way controller (2) Four-way controller (5) Four-way controller (4) Resumes playback. Forwards the frame. Reverses the frame.*1 3 Press the four-way controller (3). Playback stops.
M button Displays the [Multi-image Display] screen. Multi-image Display MENU Exit OK Use the four-way controller (45) or the e-dial to select the display type (4, 9, or 25). (The display type cannot be selected when developing multiple RAW images.) (p.160) 3 Playing Back and Deleting Images d/i button 2 Selects and deletes multiple images (p.133). Press the 4 button. Single-image display of the selected image appears.
Calendar display Frame Images are displayed by date in calendar format. The thumbnail of the first image recorded on each date is displayed on the calendar. FRI SAT 1 2 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 2013. 02 3 Using the Playback Functions 1 Press the four-way controller (3) in playback mode. The Playback Mode Palette appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose an icon.
Playback Mode O Stretch Filter N Small Face Filter Collage D Digital Filter p HDR Filter W Playing Back and Deleting Images h [ Z n o p Z r x 128 Page p.143 p.144 p.150 p.146 Processes single image to simulate HDR effect. p.149 Available to make from the kind and color of a Original Frame frame. Available to enter text. Converts RAW image files into JPEG image RAW Development files. Save as Still For saving one frame from a movie as a still Image picture. Divide For dividing a movie into two.
Slideshow You can play back recorded images one after another. 1 2 3 In playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to start the slideshow with. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select u (Slideshow) from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the 4 button. 3 The slideshow setting screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Start]. Slideshow starts Start Interval 3 sec. Screen Effect Wipe Sound Effect MENU 5 OK OK Press the 4 button. The slideshow starts.
3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select the interval, and press the 4 button. Choose [30sec.], [20sec.], [10sec.], [5sec.] or [3sec.]. 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Screen Effect], and press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. 5 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the screen effect, and press the 4 button. Playing Back and Deleting Images Wipe Checker Fade Random Off 6 7 The next image slides over the previous one from left to right.
Rotating the Image 1 Press the Q button after taking a picture. The image appears on the display. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select s (Image Rotation) from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the 4 button. The rotation selection screen (0°, Right 90°, Left 90°, or 180°) appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the rotation direction, and press the 4 button. The information of image rotation is saved and displayed on single-image display.
Holding the zoom lever turned to the right (5) also changes the magnification continuously. You can use the guide mark “+” that appears at the bottom left of the screen to check which portion of the image is magnified. Available operations while an image is magnified Four-way controller (2345) E-dial to the right (y) / Zoom lever to the right (5) E-dial to the left (f) / Zoom lever to the left (6) 3 Playing Back and Deleting Images 132 d/i button 3 Moves the position to be magnified.
Deleting Images You can delete images that you do not want to keep. Deleting a Single Image You can delete a single image. Protected images cannot be deleted (p.135). 2 In playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to delete. Press the d/i button. A confirmation screen appears. 3 Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete]. 100-0001 Delete Cancel OK 4 Press the 4 button. The image is deleted.
2 Press the d/i button. A frame appears on the image. 3 3 Playing Back and Deleting Images Cancel Delete OK MENU Cancel Delete OK Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the image that you want to delete, and press the 4 button. O appears on the selected image. Choose all images to be deleted in the same manner. Turn the e-dial to the right (y) to display the selected image on the single-image screen and check whether you want to delete it or not.
Deleting All Images You can delete all the images at once. Protected images cannot be deleted (p.135). 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete All] in the [W Setting 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Delete All] screen appears. Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete All]. 3 Press the 4 button. All the images are deleted. Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) You can protect stored images from being accidentally deleted.
To protect another image, use the four-way controller (45) to select another image. 6 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Protect]. 100-0017 Protects this image Protect Unprotect Cancel OK 7 Press the 4 button. The selected image is protected and the screen shown in Step 4 reappears. To protect other images, repeat Steps 4 to 7. Select [Cancel] to exit the Protect setting. 3 Playing Back and Deleting Images • To cancel the protection of the image, select [Unprotect] in Step 6.
4 Press the 4 button. All the images are protected and the screen shown in Step 1 reappears. 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Cancel], and press the 4 button. The Playback Mode Palette reappears. Protected images will be deleted when the SD Memory Card or the builtin memory is formatted (p.171). 3 Playing Back and Deleting Images To cancel the protection of all your images, select [Unprotect] in Step 3.
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment By connecting the camera to a TV or other equipment with a video input terminal or HDMI terminal, you can play back images. • If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter kit K-AC130 (optional) is recommended (p.42). • For AV equipment with multiple video input terminals, check the operating manual of the AV equipment, and select the video input terminal to which the camera is connected.
3 Connect the other ends of the AV cable to the video and audio input terminals of the AV equipment. When using stereo sound equipment, insert the sound connector into the L (white) terminal. 4 Turn the AV equipment on. 5 Turn the camera on. • The video output format differs depending on the region. When you set [Select Time] in the World Time setting (p.174) to X (Destination), the video output setting changes to the video output format for that city.
Connecting the Camera to an HDMI Terminal Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to equipment with an HDMI terminal. 1 2 Turn the AV equipment and camera off. Open the terminal cover and connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI terminal. HDMI terminal 3 Playing Back and Deleting Images 3 4 Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI terminal of the AV equipment. Turn the AV equipment and camera on. The camera information is displayed on the screen of the connected AV equipment.
Changing the Image Size Editing and Printing Images Changing the Image Size (Resize) By changing the recorded pixels and quality level of a selected image, you can make the file size smaller than the original. You can use this function to continue taking pictures when the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory is full, by making the images smaller and overwriting the original images to make more space available. • Images taken in F (Digital Panorama) mode and movies cannot be resized.
6 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as], and press the 4 button. The resized image is saved. Cropping Images You can delete the unwanted part of a picture and save the cropped image as a new image. Images taken with the recorded pixels of h/Q/R/S or in F (Digital Panorama) mode, and movies cannot be cropped. 4 1 Editing and Printing Images 2 3 In playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to crop.
Stretching a User-Selected Area of an Image (Stretch Filter) You can stretch a user-selected area of a 4:3 image and store it as a 16:9 image. 1 2 3 In playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to edit. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select O (Stretch Filter) from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the OK button. The message [Specify the position and area of effect for stretch] appears and the adjustment screen is displayed.
7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as], and press the OK button. The stretched image is saved. The number of recorded pixels of a new image becomes I for an image taken with E, L for an image taken with 6, O for an image taken with f, or Q for an image taken with a lower number of recorded pixels. 4 1/ 1000 F8.
6 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the reduction ratio. F G H 7 Approx. 5 % Approx. 7 % Approx. 10 % Cancel OK Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a new image and the confirmation dialog does not appear. 8 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as], and press the 4 button.
Processing Images Processing Images with Digital Filters You can edit captured images using digital filters. The following filters are available. Filter name 4 Editing and Printing Images Effect Processes the image into one that has the look of a black and white B&W photograph. Processes the image into one that has the look of a sepia Sepia photograph. Processes the image that looks as though it was shot with a toy Toy Camera camera. You can choose the effect level from among Low, Medium, and High.
To Apply a Filter 1 Select an image for applying the digital filter in playback mode, and press the four-way controller (3). The Playback Mode Palette appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select D (Digital Filter), and press the 4 button. When applying a filter to the selected image for the first time The screen to select a filter in Step 4 appears. Skip Step 3 and proceed to Step 4. When applying a filter to an image to which a filter has already been applied Proceed to Step 3.
6 Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. 7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Apply additional filter(s)] or [Save as], and press the 4 button. as a new file Apply additional filter(s) Save as Cancel OK Select [Apply additional filter(s)] when you want to apply additional filters to the same image. The screen that was displayed in Step 4 appears again. If [Save as] was selected, the filter-processed image is saved as a new image.
After checking, press the M button to return to the previous screen. 5 Press the 4 button. The image selection screen appears. 6 Use the four-way controller (45) to select an image for applying the same filter effects, and press the 4 button. 100-0001 Performs digital filter processing to this image You can only select an image that has not been processed with a filter. The save confirmation screen appears. 7 OK Press the 4 button.
2 3 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select p (HDR Filter) from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the 4 button. The preview image of the result of the filter effect appears. 4 Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a new image and the confirmation does not appear. 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as], and press the 4 button. The image processed with the filter is saved.
5 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the recorded pixels. You can choose h or Q. 3M Recorded Pixels 2M Layout Backgnd. Select image(s) Create an image MENU 6 Cancel OK OK Press the 3 button. The setting is saved and the item selection screen reappears. To Select the Layout Pattern Use the four-way controller (23) to choose [Layout]. Press the 4 button or the fourway controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. Recorded Pixels 3M Layout Backgnd.
13 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the background. Recorded Pixels 3M Layout Backgnd. Select image(s) Create an image You can choose the white background or the black background. MENU 14 Cancel OK OK Press the 3 button. The setting is saved and the item selection screen reappears. To Lay Out the Image • Only images recorded with h or higher in 4:3 or with i or higher in 16:9 can be selected. You cannot select any image of lower sizes.
To Save the Edited Image 20 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose [Create an image]. 3M Recorded Pixels Layout Backgnd. Select image(s) Create an image MENU 21 OK OK Press the 4 button. A confirmation dialog for saving the image appears. 22 23 Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Save]. Press the 4 button. The quality level of the image is fixed at “Fine”. Compensating for a Red-eye Effect You can correct images where the flash has caused the subject to appear with red eyes.
4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as], and press the 4 button. The processed image is saved. Overlaying Your Original Frame on Still Pictures You can overlay your original frame (decorative frame) on still pictures. You can select the type and color of an original frame and its position.Text can also be entered.
4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select an original frame type, and press the 4 button. Blur Edge Composite The frame setting screen appears. Cancel OK 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Frame Type], and press the four-way controller (5). Frame Type Color Text Stamp Position Adjustment Cancel 6 Use the four-way controller (23) to select a frame type, and press the four-way controller (4). Set [Color] in the same way as in Steps 5 and 6. Adjust the position of the frame and image.
12 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as], and press the 4 button. The edited image is saved. To Adjust the Position of the Frame and an Image 1 Press the d/i button. The frame position adjustment screen appears. Four-way controller (2345) Zoom lever to the right (5) Zoom lever to the left (6) 4 Editing and Printing Images 2 Press to adjust the position of the frame. Press to make the frame larger. Press to make the frame smaller. Cancel / OK Cancel / OK Press the d/i button.
A button Zoom lever to the right (5) Zoom lever to the left (6) d/i button 2 3 Press to switch between upper and lower case. Press to move the cursor to the right. Press to move the cursor to the left. Press to delete the character. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select [Finish], and press the 4 button. Enter on this condition Display Position Color Preview Cancel 4 5 6 4 FRIENDS FRIEND OK Use the four-way controller (23) to select the display position, and press the 4 button.
2 Press the 3 button. The screen returns to the previous screen. 3 Press the 4 button. Proceed to Step 11 on p.155. Developing | Images You can convert captured RAW images into JPEG images, and save them as a new file. Only RAW images captured with this camera can be edited. RAW images and JPEG images captured with other cameras cannot be edited on this camera. 4 Editing and Printing Images To Develop One RAW Image 1 Select a RAW image in playback mode, and press the four-way controller (3).
4 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose a parameter you want to change. 100-0001 Capture Settings You can select a different image by turning the e-dial. OK The following parameters can be changed. Parameter Page p.98 Aspect Ratio D/E/F/G JPEG Recorded Pixels JPEG recorded pixels corresponding to p.99 the aspect ratio JPEG Quality Fine/Normal p.100 Custom Image Bright/Natural/Vibrant/Reversal Film/ Monochrome p.110 White Balance F/G/H/^/JD/JN/JW/JL/ I/L/K p.100 Sensitivity -1.
To Develop Multiple RAW Images You can develop multiple RAW images with the same settings. 1 Select [Develop multiple images] in Step 3 on p.158, and press the 4 button. The multi-image display screen appears. Refer to p.125 for details on operations in the multi-image display screen. 2 4 3 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the RAW images to be developed, and press the 4 button. Press the A button. Editing and Printing Images The development confirmation screen appears.
Editing Movies You can extract a frame from the recorded movie to save as a still picture, divide a movie into two, or add a title picture to a movie. 1 2 3 In playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the movie you want to edit. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select [ (Movie Edit) from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the 4 button. The movie editing selection screen appears. Subsequent steps vary depending on your selection.
7 Press the 4 button. The selected frame is saved as a still picture. To Divide a Movie 4 5 Select [Divide Movies] on the movie editing selection screen. Press the 4 button. The screen for specifying the dividing position appears. 6 4 Use the four-way controller (2345) to specify the dividing position. Editing and Printing Images 2 3 4 5 7 Plays or pauses the movie. Stops the movie and returns to the first frame. Reverses the movie frame by frame. Forwards the movie frame by frame.
To Add a Title Picture to a Movie 4 5 Select [Adding title picture] on the movie editing selection screen. Press the 4 button. The screen for selecting a title picture appears. 6 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image for the title picture. Only images available for the title picture are displayed. 7 Press the 4 button. The screen for confirming the position of the title picture appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select the position.
• When a title picture is added to the beginning of a movie: When the movie is played back, the title picture is played back for three seconds, and then the movie is played back. The still picture set as title picture is used as the thumbnail of the movie. When a title picture is added to the end of a movie: When the movie is played back, the movie is played back first, then the title picture is played back for three seconds.
3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [2}{]. SD SD Cancel OK 4 Press the 4 button. All the images are copied to the SD Memory Card. To Copy Files from the SD Memory Card to the Built-in Memory Selected images from the SD Memory Card are copied to the built-in memory one by one. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [{}2]. Press the 4 button. Use the four-way controller (45) to select the image you want to copy.
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is the format for storing print order data on still pictures captured with a digital camera. Once the print order data has been stored, the pictures can be printed according to the DPOF settings by using a DPOF-compatible printer or at a photo processing lab. About printing The following options are available for printing images taken with this camera. 1 Use a printing service.
3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Single Image]. Single Image All Images Cancel OK 4 Press the 4 button. The message [Applies DPOF settings to this image] appears. 5 Use the four-way controller (45) to select an image. If DPOF settings have already been made for the selected image, the previous number of copies and date setting O (On) or P (Off) is displayed. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies.
Printing All Images DPOF settings are applied to all the images stored in the camera. 1 2 Select [All Images] in Step 3 on p.167. Press the 4 button. The message [Applies DPOF settings to all images] appears. 3 Refer to Steps 6 and 7 in “Printing a Single Image” (p.167) for details on how to make the settings. 4 Editing and Printing Images 168 Choose the number of copies and switch between O and P for [Date]. 4 Applies DPOF settings to all images Copies Date Date Cancel OK Press the 4 button.
Settings Camera Settings Perform general settings related to the camera in the [R Setting] menus. For details on how to use the menus, refer to “Using the Menus” (p.33). Setting Menu Items Perform the following settings in the [R Setting 1-4] menus. Press the 3 button in capture/playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) or e-dial to display the [R Setting 1-4] menus. Menu Function Page Save as # Item Saves the current camera settings in USER on the mode dial. p.
Menu R3 5 R4 Item Function Settings Eye-Fi To be set when transferring images using an SD Memory Card with a built-in wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card). p.185 LCD Settings Adjusts the brightness and the color of the display. p.185 Power Saving You can save battery power by setting the display to dim automatically when no operation is performed for 10 seconds. p.186 Auto Power Off Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically. p.187 Reset Resets all settings. p.
Formatting the Memory Formatting deletes all the data on the SD Memory Card/built-in memory. Be sure to use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on other cameras or digital devices. • Do not open the battery/card cover during formatting as this may damage the card and render it unusable. • Formatting deletes all the data on the card, including protected images and images recorded with a computer or camera other than this camera.
Changing the Sound Settings You can adjust the volume of operation and playback sounds and change the type of sound. 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound] in the [W Setting 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Sound] screen appears. Subsequent steps vary depending on your selection.
5 6 Set [Shutter Sound], [Operation Sound] and [Self-timer Sound] in the same way as in Steps 2 to 4. Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Changing the Date and Time You can change the initial date and time settings (p.51). Also, you can change the format in which the date appears on the camera. 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Date Adjustment] in the [W Setting 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5).
7 Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to one of the following items depending on the date format set in Step 3. Month for [mm/dd/yy] Day for [dd/mm/yy] Year for [yy/mm/dd] The following operations use [mm/dd/yy] as an example. The operations are the same even if another date format has been selected. 8 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month, and press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to the day field. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the day.
To Set the Destination 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [World Time] in the [W Setting 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [World Time] screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [X Destination]. World Time Select Time Destination New York Hometown New York DST OFF 14:25 DST OFF 14:25 MENU 3 Press the four-way controller (5). The [X Destination] screen appears. The city that is currently selected blinks on the map.
To Display the Time of the Destination (Select Time) 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [World Time] in the [W Setting 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [World Time] screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Select Time], and press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. World Time Select Time Destination London Hometown New York DST 20:25 DST OFF 14:25 MENU 3 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select X or W.
3 Press the 4 button. The setting is saved. Changing the Display Language You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Language/ u] in the [W Setting 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Language/u] screen appears. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the desired language. Press the 4 button.
Image taken on April 1 with the folder name setting set to [Date] created. A folder with the name “100_0401” is created. The images are saved in the “100_0401” folder. Image taken on April 8 with the folder name setting set to [Date] created. A folder with the name “101_0408” is created. The images are saved in the “101_0408” folder. Image taken on April 10 with the folder name setting set to [PENTX] created. A folder with the name “102PENTX” is created. The images are saved in the “102PENTX” folder.
1 Select [ _USER] in Step 2 in “To Select a Rule for Naming Folders”, and press the four-way controller (5). The folder naming screen appears. Folder Name A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Settings complete U S E R MENU “_USER” has already been entered. 2 Cancel OK Enter Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the letter to enter, and press the 4 button. The first letter is fixed and the cursor moves to the second letter.
To Select a Rule for Naming Files 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [File Name] in the [W Setting 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select the rule for naming files. Select [IMGP] or [USER]. 3 Press the 4 button. The setting is saved. To Name the File Yourself 5 Settings You can name the file of captured images. You can enter up to four numbers and letters.
5 Press the 4 button twice. The file name is fixed, and returns to the [W Setting 2] menu. • You can move the cursor for selecting letters by using the e-dial. • The file name you have set is not changed even if you reset the camera. Setting the Copyright Information You can embed information of copyright to captured images by specifying a name of photographer or copyright holder. Copyright information can be added to images recorded in the JPEG or RAW format only. It cannot be added to movies.
• You can move the cursor using the e-dial. • Pressing the A button switches between upper and lower cases. • Pressing the d/i button deletes the character selected at the character entry box. 4 5 6 Repeat Step 3 for entering all necessary characters. Press the four-way controller (2345) to select [Finish]. Press the 4 button. The [Photographer] or [Copyright Holder] you entered is registered and the camera returns to the [Copyright Info] screen. The registered name is displayed on the screen.
3 Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between O and P. O Embeds the copyright information when capturing a image. P Does not embed the copyright information (default setting). 4 Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Changing the Video Output Format When you take pictures and/or play them back with the camera connected to AV equipment, select an appropriate video output format (NTSC or PAL). 1 A pull-down menu appears.
Selecting the HDMI Output Format When you connect the camera to AV equipment with an HDMI cable, set the appropriate video output resolution for playing back images. The default setting is [Auto]. 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [HDMI Out] in the [W Setting 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select an output format. Choose the HDMI output format to match the format of the connected AV equipment.
Setting Eye-Fi Communication You can automatically transfer images to a computer or similar devices via wireless LAN using a commercially available Eye-Fi card. For details on transferring images, refer to “Transferring Images Using an Eye-Fi Card” (p.201). The default setting is P (Off). 1 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Eye-Fi] in the [W Setting 3] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between O and P. O Communicates using an Eye-Fi card.
3 Brightness Level Changes the brightness of the display (-3 to +3). Adjust: Blue-Amber Adjusts the tone of colors between blue (B7) and amber (A7). Adjust: Green-Magenta Adjusts the tone of colors between green (G7) and magenta (M7). Use the four-way controller (45) to adjust the value. Press the d/i button to reset the adjustment value. 4 5 Press the 4 button. Press the 3 button. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again.
• Power Saving does not function in the following situations: - While taking pictures in j (Continuous Shooting), A (Burst Shooting(L)) or C (Burst Shooting(H)) mode - When the AC adapter is connected - In playback mode - While recording a movie - While the camera is connected to a computer - When a menu is being displayed • When no operation is performed after the camera is turned on, the Power Saving function is activated only after 15 seconds elapse even if [5sec.] is set.
Setting the Display in Capture Mode (LCD View Options) Sets the display method in capture mode. 1 Select [LCD View Options] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [LCD View Options] screen appears. 2 Press the four-way controller (5), use the four-way controller (23) to select a Grid Display type, and press the 4 button. Select X (Off), v (3×3 Grid), w (8×6 Grid) or g (Scale Grid).
1 Select [6. Save Menu Location] in the [A Custom 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [6. Save Menu Location] screen appears. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset Menu Location] or [Save Menu Location], and press the 4 button. 1 Reset Menu Location The [A Rec. Mode 1] menu ([C Movie 1] menu in C mode or [R Setting 1] menu in playback mode) is always displayed first. (Default setting) 2 Save Menu Location The menu tab last selected is displayed first.
3 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image for the start-up screen. Only images available for the start-up screen are displayed. You can also choose from the Guide Display Start-up Screen and the preinstalled screen already stored in the camera. 4 100-0017 Cancel OK Press the 4 button. The start-up screen is set. • Once the start-up screen has been set, it will not be deleted even if the original image is deleted or the SD Memory Card/built-in memory is formatted.
3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Pixel Mapping]. Pixel Mapping Checks the image sensor and corrects defective pixels Pixel Mapping Cancel OK 4 OK Press the 4 button. Defective pixels are mapped and corrected. When the battery level is low, [Not enough battery power remaining to activate Pixel Mapping] appears on the display. Use the AC adapter kit K-AC130 (optional) or replace the battery with one having sufficient power.
3 Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between O and P. O The Startup Shortcut is available. P The Startup Shortcut is not available. The default settings are all O. Displaying the Clock Display You can use the camera as a clock. With the camera turned off, press and hold down the 4 button to display the clock on the display. 1 Press and hold down the 4 button. LONDON 6/6 THU 20:25 The camera turns on and the clock appears NEW YORK on the screen.
2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset]. Reset Returns to default settings Reset Cancel OK 3 OK Press the 4 button. The settings return to the defaults.
Connecting to a Computer The captured still pictures and movies can be transferred to a computer by connecting the camera using a USB cable, and RAW images can be developed using the provided software “SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 LE for PENTAX RICOH IMAGING”. We recommend the following system requirements to connect the camera to a computer or to use the software.
QuickTime is required to play back movies transferred to a computer. You can download it from the following site: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/ Setting the USB Connection Mode Set the device to which the camera is connected with the USB cable. Make sure to set the USB Connection mode before connecting your camera to a computer. You cannot perform the following setting if your camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable. 1 2 Turn your camera on.
Unless otherwise specified, select MSC when connecting this camera to a computer. Connecting the Camera and the Computer Connect your camera to the computer using the provided USB cable. 1 2 3 Turn the computer on. Turn your camera off. Connect your camera to the computer using the USB cable. Face the } mark on the USB cable towards the 4 mark on the camera, and connect the cable to the PC/AV terminal. PC/AV terminal 6 Connecting to a Computer USB cable 4 Turn your camera on.
To Disconnect the Camera from the Computer When the camera is being used with an application such as SILKYPIX Developer Studio, first quit the application then disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the computer. The camera will automatically switch to playback mode when the USB cable is disconnected from the camera or the computer.
Using the Provided Software “SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 LE for PENTAX RICOH IMAGING” is included on the CD-ROM. With the SILKYPIX Developer Studio, you can develop RAW files, adjust the color of the images and other settings, and save the new images as a JPEG or TIFF file. Installing the Software You can install the software from the provided CD-ROM. When multiple accounts have been setup on a computer, log on with an account that has administrative rights before installing the software.
4 5 Select the desired language in the [Choose Setup Language] screen, and click [OK]. When the [InstallShield Wizard] screen appears in the selected language, click [Next]. Follow the instructions on the screen to perform subsequent steps. Screen of the SILKYPIX Developer Studio When SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 LE is launched, the screen on the right appears. Refer to Help for details on using the software program.
Regarding Product Registration To better serve you, please take a moment to register your software. Click [User Registration] on the screen in Step 3 on p.198. 6 Connecting to a Computer 200 A world map for Internet Product Registration is displayed. If a computer is connected to the Internet, click the displayed country or region and then follow the instructions to register your software. Note that you can only register online if your country or area is shown.
Transferring Images Using an Eye-Fi Card You can transfer images to your computer or similar devices automatically when a built-in wireless LAN memory card (Eye-Fi card) is inserted in the camera. 1 Specify the wireless LAN access point and transfer destination on the Eye-Fi card. For details on how to set up the card, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Eye-Fi card. 2 3 4 5 Turn the camera off. Insert the Eye-Fi card into the camera. Turn the camera on.
6 Connecting to a Computer 202 • Copy the Eye-Fi Manager installation file to your computer before formatting the card. • Images are transferred via wireless LAN. Set [Eye-Fi] to P (Off), or do not use an Eye-Fi card in locations where the use of wireless LAN devices is restricted or prohibited, such as on airplanes. • If you insert an older version of Eye-Fi card in the camera, an error message appears.
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Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode Function Zoom Flash Mode Drive Mode 7 Appendix 204 Focus Mode Shooting Mode b z z z z z z z z c b D f K A N z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z × z × × × z z z × z × × × z z z z z z z × z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z × × Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Intelligent Zoom C (Auto) a (Flash Off) b (Flash On) D (Auto + Red-eye) F (Flash On + Red-eye) G (Slow-speed Sync) H (Slow-
z: Can be set. ×: Cannot be set. —: Settings and changes are not applied.
Shooting Mode Custom Image Aspect Ratio Capture File Format Settings JPEG Recorded Pixels JPEG Quality White Balance Focusing Area AF AF Mode Setting Focus Assist AE Metering [A Rec. ND Filter Mode] p Capture menu D-Range Highlight Correction Setting Shadow Correction Distortion Corr.
z: Can be set. ×: Cannot be set.
Function Zoom Flash Mode Drive Mode 7 Appendix 208 Focus Mode Shooting Mode c z z z z z z z z Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Intelligent Zoom C (Auto) a (Flash Off) b (Flash On) D (Auto + Red-eye) F (Flash On + Red-eye) G (Slow-speed Sync) H (Slow-speed Sync+Red-eye) I (Trailing Curtain Sync) 9 (Standard) j (Continuous Shooting) AC (Burst Shooting L/H) g (Self-timer) Z (2-sec.
z: Can be set. ×: Cannot be set. —: Settings and changes are not applied.
Shooting Mode c c ×*19 ×*19 Custom Image z z Aspect Ratio z z Capture File Format Settings JPEG Recorded Pixels z z z z JPEG Quality z ×*29 White Balance z z Focusing Area AF z z AF Mode Setting z z Focus Assist AE Metering z ×*34 z z [A Rec. ND Filter Mode] p Capture — — menu D-Range Highlight Correction z z Setting Shadow Correction z z z z Distortion Corr.
z: Can be set. b c z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z*35 — — z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z *24 *25 *26 *27 *28 *29 *30 *31 *32 *33 *34 *35 *36 *37 — C z z z z — z z*30 z z ×*34 z*35 — z z z z z z — z z z — z z z — z z z*47 z z — z ×: Cannot be set. —: Settings and changes are not applied.
Messages Messages such as the following may appear on the display during camera operation. Message 7 Appendix 212 Description The battery is exhausted. Replace with a new battery Battery depleted (p.39). The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or delete unwanted images Memory card full (p.44, p.133). Change the number of recorded pixels or quality level of recorded images and try again (p.141).
Message Data being recorded Data being processed Displayed when there are no images. Displayed for files that cannot be processed. Displayed when no SD Memory Card is inserted. Displayed when there is insufficient memory on the SD Memory Card to perform copying. Displayed when there is insufficient built-in memory to perform copying. Displayed when Red-eye Edit processing fails. Slide the b lever to enable the use of the flash. Displayed during pixel mapping if the battery level is insufficient.
Troubleshooting Problem The camera will not turn on. Cause The battery is not installed. The battery is exhausted. The camera is connected to a No image appears computer. on the display. The camera is connected to a TV. The brightness level of the display is set too dark. 7 Appendix 214 Remedy Check if a battery is installed. If not, install a battery. Replace the battery with another charged one or use the optional AC adapter kit KAC130. The display is off when the camera is connected to a computer.
Problem Cause The subject is difficult to focus on with autofocus. The subject is not in focus. The subject is not in the focusing area. Pop up the flash. Set to C (Auto) or b (Flash On) (p.84). The flash does not discharge in these modes. Pop up the flash. Very occasionally, static electricity may cause camera malfunction. In this case, remove the batteies and install them again. If the camera is then working properly, normal condition is restored and you can continue using the camera.
Default Settings The table below lists the factory default settings. The meaning of the indications for menu items with a default setting is explained below. Last Memory Setting Yes : The current setting (last memory) is saved when the camera is turned off. No : The setting returns to the default setting when the camera is turned off. * : The setting depends on the [Memory] setting (p.121). — : N/A Reset Setting Yes : The setting returns to the default setting with the reset function (p.192).
Item Default Setting D-Range Highlight Correction Setting Shadow Correction Distortion Corr. Shake Reduction Face Detection Blink Detection Digital Zoom Display Time Zoom Instant Instant Review Review Histogram Highlight Alert Flash Mode Drive Mode Focus Mode Zoom Position MF Position White Balance Memory Sensitivity AE Metering Face Detection Digital Zoom DISPLAY File No.
[C Movie] Menu Items Item Custom Image Recorded Pixels Movie SR Wind Suppression Enable Autofocus Enable Optical Zoom Default Setting Bright T (1920×1080, 30 fps) O (On) P (Off) P (Off) P (Off) Last Memory Setting Yes Reset Page Setting Yes p.118 Yes Yes p.118 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes p.119 p.119 p.120 p.
Item Default Setting Folder Name File Name Embed Info Copyright Photographer Info Copyright Holder USB Connection Date IMGP P (Off) blank blank MSC Depending on the initial setting Auto P (Off) ±0 ±0 Video Out HDMI Out Eye-Fi Reset Page Setting Yes Yes No No No Yes p.177 p.179 Yes No p.183 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes p.184 p.185 ±0 Yes Yes 5 sec. 3 min. Cancel Cancel Cancel O (On) O (On) Cancel Yes Yes — — — Yes Yes — Yes Yes — — — Yes Yes — Default Setting Last Memory Setting p.
Item Default Setting Last Memory Setting Reset Page Setting 9. Save Rotation Info 1 On Yes No*1 p.131 10. Auto Image Rotation 1 On Yes No*1 p.131 Reset Custom Functions Cancel — — — *1 Cannot be reset using [Reset] in the [R Setting 3] menu as these items are reset through [Reset Custom Functions] (p.67). Playback Mode Palette Items Item 3 sec.
Item Resize Default Setting JPEG Recorded Pixels JPEG Quality Cropping Image Copy Single Image Protect All Images DPOF Single Image All Images Start-up Screen Depending on the picture taken Depending on the picture taken Depending on the picture taken Built-in memory SD Memory Card Depending on the recorded image Depending on the recorded image Copies: 0 Date: P (Off) Default Start-up Screen Last Memory Setting Reset Page Setting — — — — — — p.142 — — p.164 — — — — — — — — p.
Item A button 7 Appendix 222 Function AE Lock Default Setting Last Memory Setting — — Reset Page Setting — p.
List of World Time Cities City: indicates cities that can be set as either the Initial Setting (p.48) or the World Time (p.174). Video Output Format: indicates the video output format of the city set as the initial setting.
Main Specifications Type Fully automatic compact digital camera with built-in zoom lens Number of Effective Pixels Approx. 12.0 megapixels Image Sensor 1/1.
Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time Still Pictures (when using a 2GB SD Memory Card) Aspect Ratio D E F G JPEG Recorded Pixels E (4000×3000) 6 (3072×2304) f (2592×1944) h (2048×1536) I (3968×2232) L (3072×1728) O (2560×1440) Q (2048×1152) H (3984×2656) K (3072×2048) N (2592×1728) R (2016×1344) J (2992×2992) M (2304×2304) P (1936×1936) S (1536×1536) JPEG Quality Fine Normal 326 653 516 1205 778 1499 1205 2364 435 865 653 1499 975 1921 1921 3235 391 778 653 1205 778 1921 1205 3235 435
Aspect Ratio G JPEG Recorded Pixels J M P S (2992×2992) (2304×2304) (1936×1936) (1536×1536) JPEG Quality Fine Normal 17 34 25 58 38 76 76 126 RAW*1 3 – – – • The image storage capacity is for reference only. The actual image storage capacity may vary depending on the SD Memory Card and the subject. *1 RAW shows the image storage capacity when JPEG Quality is Fine. Movies Recorded Pixels Built-in Memory 2GB SD Memory Card T(1920×1080/30 fps) V(1280×720/60 fps) U(1280×720/30 fps) 27 sec. 16 min.
Playback Modes Focus Modes Focus Exposure Control Single-frame, 4-frame, 9-frame, 25-frame, Enlargement (max.
Movie Continuous Recording Time Movie/Time-Lapse Movie: Approx. 1 second to 25 minutes (however, until the built-in memory or SD Memory Card is full) High Speed Movie: Approx. 1 to 15 seconds (however, until the built-in memory or SD Memory Card is full) Still Picture Saving during Movie Recording Up to three still pictures per each continuous movie recording, with the focus fixed at the start of recording and the number of recorded pixels fixed to m.
Dimensions Approx. 122.5 (W) × 60 (H) × 51.5 (D) mm (excluding operating or protruding parts) Weight Approx. 363 g (excluding batteries and SD Memory Card) Approx.
WARRANTY POLICY All PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase.
• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights. • The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy. 7 Appendix The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Union.
7 Appendix For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION Located at: 633 17 th Street, Suite 2600 Denver, Colorado 80202 U.S.A. Phone: 800-877-0155 Fax: 303-790-1131 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. Used electrical/electronic equipment and batteries must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
Index Symbols e Pet ................................82 R Kids ................................69 \ Sport .............................69 c Digital SR ...................69 c Text ...............................69 Y Candid Capture ............70 X Digital Wide ................78 F Digital Panorama ........80 o Miniature ...................70 9 (Green) Mode ...............58 Numerics 0-sec Remote Control h ...87 1cm MacroI .....................89 2-sec. Self-timer r ............87 3 Shot Self-timer C ......
Autofocus .......................... 91 c (Aperture Priority) mode .......................................... 71 AV cable .......................... 138 A button ............... 19 AWB in Tungsten Light .... 102 B B&W filter ........................ 146 Basic shooting mode ......... 58 Battery level indicator ........ 41 Battery/card cover ............. 39 Battery/card cover lock lever .......................................... 39 Blink Detection .......... 57, 108 Blue Sky mode f .............
Distortion Corr. (Correction) ........................................ 106 Divide movies .................. 162 DPOF .............................. 166 D-Range Setting .............. 104 Drive Mode .................. 63, 87 DST ................................. 175 Dynamic Range ................. 95 E E-dial ........................... 19, 20 Editing movies ................. 161 Electronic Level ......... 31, 188 Electronic shutter ............... 67 Enable Autofocus ............ 120 Enable Optical Zoom ..
I Image Rotation ................ 131 Image storage capacity ... 225 Infinity s ........................... 89 M button ......... 19, 24, 35 Information display ............ 22 Initial menu tab ................ 188 Initial settings ..................... 48 Installing battery ................ 39 Installing software ............ 198 Instant Review ........... 57, 109 Intelligent Zoom ................. 61 Invert Color filter .............. 146 J JPEG ................................. 99 JPEG Quality .........
Photo processing lab ....... 166 Pixel Mapping .................. 190 Pixels ................................. 99 Playback Mode Palette ................................ 127, 220 Playback time .................... 41 Playing back movies ........ 124 Playing back still pictures 123 Portrait mode F ................ 69 Power ................................ 38 Power button ......... 18, 20, 46 Power Saving mode ........ 186 Press fully (shutter release button) ...............................
Software .......................... 198 Sound settings ................. 172 Sound type ...................... 172 Speaker ............................. 17 Specifications .................. 224 Sport mode \ ................... 69 Spot metering .................... 97 Standard = ..................... 89 Starburst filter .................. 146 Starting-up in Playback Mode ................................. 47 Start-up Screen ............... 189 Startup Shortcut .............. 191 Strap ........................
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