Konica Minolta Digital Camera DIMAGE Z20 User Manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE  
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.  
WARNING  
Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or  
explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following  
warnings.  
• Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.  
• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.  
• Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.  
• Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or moisture.  
• Do not attempt to short, or disassemble batteries.  
• Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.  
• Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, ages, or charge levels.  
• Do not charge alkaline batteries.  
• When recharging rechargeable batteries, only use the recommended charger.  
• Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your eye, immediately  
rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries  
makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.  
• Tape over battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local  
regulations for battery disposal.  
• Use only the specified AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the adapter  
unit. An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or  
electric shock.  
• Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit  
inside the product is touched.  
• Immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use if the  
camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash  
unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock  
resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries  
or fire.  
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• Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants. Contact a  
doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.  
• Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm  
them with the product or parts.  
• Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.  
• Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary  
blindness which may lead to an accident.  
• Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking. It may result in injury or an  
accident.  
• Do not use this product in a humid environment, or operate this product with wet hands.  
If liquid enters the product, immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter  
and discontinue use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause  
damage or injury through fire or electric shock.  
• Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or  
paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint  
thinner to clean the product. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause  
an explosion or fire.  
• When unplugging the AC adapter, do not pull on the power cord. Hold the adapter unit  
when removing it from an outlet.  
• Do not damage, twist, modify, heat, or place heavy objects on the AC adapter cord. A  
damaged cord may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.  
• If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately  
remove the batteries taking care not to burn yourself as the batteries become hot with  
use. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.  
• Take the product to a Konica Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.  
• Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the  
State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash  
hands after handling.  
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CAUTION  
• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove  
compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may  
result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.  
• If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.  
• The lens retracts when the camera is turned off. Touching the lens barrel while it is  
retracting may cause injury.  
• The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to  
avoid burns.  
• Burns may result if the memory card or batteries are removed immediately after  
extended periods of use. Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool.  
• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit  
discharges a large amount of energy which may cause burns.  
• Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor. A damaged monitor may cause injury, and  
the liquid from the monitor may cause inflammation. If liquid from the monitor makes  
contact with skin, wash the area with fresh water. If liquid from the monitor comes in  
contact with the eyes, immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a  
doctor.  
• When using the AC adapter, insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet.  
• Do not use if the AC adapter cord is damaged.  
• Do not cover the AC adapter. A fire may result.  
• Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter; this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in  
emergencies.  
• Unplug the AC adapter when cleaning or when the product is not in use.  
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL  
The basic operation of this camera is covered between pages 12 and 33. This section of  
the manual covers the camera parts, preparation of the camera for use, and the basic  
camera operation for recording, viewing, and deleting images.  
Many of the features of this camera are controlled with menus. The menu navigation  
sections concisely describe how to change menu settings. Descriptions of the settings  
immediately follow the navigation sections.  
Names of parts ....................................................................................................................................10  
Getting up and running.........................................................................................................................12  
Attaching the strap and lens cap.............................................................................................12  
Inserting batteries....................................................................................................................13  
Battery condition indicator .......................................................................................................14  
Auto power save......................................................................................................................14  
Connecting the optional AC adapter........................................................................................15  
Changing the memory card.....................................................................................................16  
Turning on the camera and displays .......................................................................................17  
Setting the date and time ........................................................................................................18  
Setting the menu language .....................................................................................................19  
Basic recording ....................................................................................................................................20  
Handling the camera ...............................................................................................................20  
Using the zoom lens................................................................................................................20  
Recording images automatically..............................................................................................21  
Basic recording operation........................................................................................................22  
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Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection..........................................................................23  
Focus lock ...............................................................................................................................24  
Focus range.............................................................................................................................24  
Focus signals...........................................................................................................................25  
Special focusing situations ......................................................................................................25  
Flash modes............................................................................................................................26  
Flash range - auto-recording mode.........................................................................................27  
Camera-shake warning ...........................................................................................................27  
i+ button....................................................................................................................................28  
Adjusting monitor brightness ...................................................................................................28  
Digital subject programs..........................................................................................................29  
Basic playback ....................................................................................................................................30  
Single-frame playback and histogram display.........................................................................30  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
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Viewing and rotating images ...................................................................................................31  
Deleting single images ............................................................................................................31  
i+ button....................................................................................................................................32  
Enlarged playback...................................................................................................................33  
Advanced recording .............................................................................................................................34  
Recording mode display..........................................................................................................34  
Macro ....................................................................................................................................35  
Program (P) exposure mode...................................................................................................36  
Aperture priority (A) exposure mode .......................................................................................36  
Shutter priority (S) exposure mode .........................................................................................37  
Manual (M) exposure mode ....................................................................................................38  
Movie recording.......................................................................................................................40  
Exposure compensation..........................................................................................................41  
Focus area selection ...............................................................................................................42  
Navigating the recording menus..............................................................................................43  
Drive modes ............................................................................................................................45  
Self-timer .................................................................................................................................46  
Continuous advance................................................................................................................47  
Progressive capture.................................................................................................................48  
Bracketing................................................................................................................................49  
What is an Ev? ........................................................................................................................50  
Image size and image quality..................................................................................................51  
Auto DSP.................................................................................................................................53  
Digital zoom.............................................................................................................................53  
Focus modes...........................................................................................................................54  
White balance..........................................................................................................................55  
Automatic white balance.............................................................................................55  
Preset white balance ..................................................................................................55  
Custom white balance ................................................................................................56  
Full-time AF .............................................................................................................................57  
Flash mode..............................................................................................................................57  
Flash compensation ................................................................................................................57  
Metering modes.......................................................................................................................58  
Camera sensitivity - ISO..........................................................................................................59  
Flash range and camera sensitivity.........................................................................................59  
Color mode..............................................................................................................................60  
Contrast ...................................................................................................................................60  
Sharpness................................................................................................................................61  
Custom key function.............................................................................................................................62  
Image size (Movie)...............................................................................................................................64  
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Frame rate...............................................................................................................................64  
Movie file sizes ........................................................................................................................64  
Movie mode.............................................................................................................................65  
A short guide to photography...............................................................................................................66  
Advanced playback ..............................................................................................................................68  
Playing back movies................................................................................................................68  
Capturing a movie frame.........................................................................................................69  
Navigating the playback-mode menu......................................................................................70  
Frame-selection screen...........................................................................................................72  
Delete ....................................................................................................................................73  
Format ....................................................................................................................................74  
Lock  
....................................................................................................................................75  
Copy and E-mail Copy ............................................................................................................76  
Slide Show...............................................................................................................................80  
About DPOF ............................................................................................................................82  
DPOF setup.............................................................................................................................82  
Date imprint .............................................................................................................................83  
Index print................................................................................................................................83  
Viewing images on a television ...............................................................................................84  
Setup menu  
....................................................................................................................................85  
Opening the setup menu.........................................................................................................85  
Navigating the setup menu......................................................................................................86  
LCD monitor brightness...........................................................................................................88  
Auto power save......................................................................................................................88  
Instant playback.......................................................................................................................89  
Lens accessory........................................................................................................................90  
Language.................................................................................................................................90  
File number (#) memory..........................................................................................................91  
Folder name ............................................................................................................................92  
Date and time setup ................................................................................................................93  
Date imprinting ........................................................................................................................93  
Reset default ...........................................................................................................................94  
Audio signals ...........................................................................................................................95  
Focus signal ............................................................................................................................96  
Shutter FX ...............................................................................................................................96  
Video output ............................................................................................................................96  
Transfer mode .........................................................................................................................96  
Self-timer .................................................................................................................................96  
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Data-transfer mode ..............................................................................................................................97  
System requirements...............................................................................................................97  
Connecting the camera to a computer....................................................................................98  
Connecting to Windows 98 and 98SE.....................................................................................99  
Automatic installation..................................................................................................99  
Manual installation....................................................................................................100  
Folder organization................................................................................................................102  
Auto power save - data-transfer mode..................................................................................103  
Disconnecting the camera ....................................................................................................104  
Windows 98 and 98 Second Edition.........................................................................104  
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP ................................................................104  
Mac OS.....................................................................................................................105  
Changing the memory card ..................................................................................................106  
Uninstalling the driver software - Windows ...........................................................................107  
PictBridge ..............................................................................................................................108  
Notes on printing errors.........................................................................................................109  
Navigating the PictBridge menu ............................................................................................110  
Appendix  
..................................................................................................................................114  
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................114  
Care and storage...................................................................................................................116  
Camera care .............................................................................................................116  
Storage......................................................................................................................116  
Cleaning....................................................................................................................116  
LCD monitor care......................................................................................................117  
Batteries....................................................................................................................117  
Operating temperatures and conditions....................................................................117  
Memory cards ...........................................................................................................118  
Before important events and journeys......................................................................119  
Copyright...................................................................................................................119  
Questions and service ..............................................................................................119  
QuickTime system requirements...........................................................................................120  
Technical specifications.........................................................................................................122  
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NAMES OF PARTS  
* This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these  
surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual  
(p. 116).  
Shutter-release button  
Flash* (p. 26)  
Exposure-mode dial  
(p. 21, 29, 36 - 40)  
AF window*  
Flash-mode  
button (p. 26)  
Card slot  
(p. 16)  
Lens*  
Self-timer lamp (p. 46)  
USB port/Video-out terminal  
(p. 84, 98, 108)  
Strap eyelet (p. 12)  
The battery-chamber door (p. 13) and tripod socket are located on the bottom of the body.  
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NAMES OF PARTS  
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Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 17)  
Macro button (p. 35)  
Viewfinder* (p. 17)  
Zoom lever  
(p. 20)  
Controller  
LCD monitor*  
Access lamp  
Menu button  
DC terminal (p. 15)  
Quick View / Delete button  
(p. 30, 31)  
Information button (p. 28, 32)  
Main switch  
Mode switch  
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING  
ATTACHING THE STRAP AND LENS CAP  
Always keep the strap around your neck in the event that the camera is accidentally  
dropped. An optional leather neck strap, NS-DG1000, is also available from your Konica  
Minolta dealer. Availability varies with region.  
Pass the end of the neck strap through the strap eyelet on the  
camera body (1).  
1
Thread the strap through the  
inside of the buckle as shown (2).  
Repeat with the other end of the  
strap.  
2
Using your thumb and index finger, pinch the outside  
tabs of the lens cap to remove or attach. When the  
camera is not in use, always replace the lens cap.  
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INSERTING BATTERIES  
This digital camera uses four AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH batteries. Do not use other types  
of AA batteries. The camera should be off when replacing batteries.  
3
To open the battery-chamber door, slide the lock to the open  
position (1). Slide the door to the front of the camera (2) to release  
the safety catch. Lift the door to open (3).  
2
1
Insert the batteries as indicated on the diagram on the inside of  
the battery-chamber door. Confirm the positive and negative  
battery terminals are oriented correctly.  
Close the battery-chamber door and slide it toward the back of the  
body (4) to engage the safety catch. Slide the batter-chamber lock  
to the close position (5).  
4
5
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BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR  
This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator. When the camera  
is on, the battery-condition indicator appears on the monitor. If the monitor is blank, the  
batteries may be exhausted or installed incorrectly.  
Full-battery indicator - the battery is fully charged. This indicator is  
displayed for three seconds on the monitor when the camera is turned on.  
Low-battery indicator - battery power is low. The monitor will turn off  
while the flash is charging to save power.  
Low-battery warning - battery power is very low. The monitor indicator  
is red. The battery should be replaced as soon as possible. This warning  
automatically appears and remains on the monitor until the battery is  
changed. The monitor will turn off while the flash is charging to save  
power. If power falls below this level, the battery-exhausted message will  
be displayed just before the camera shuts down. If the low-battery  
warning is displayed, movie recording cannot be used.  
AUTO POWER SAVE  
To conserve battery power, the camera turns off displays and unnecessary functions if an  
operation is not made within a minute. To restore power, press any button or key, or turn  
the exposure-mode dial to another position. The length of the auto-power-save period  
can be changed in section 1 of the setup menu (p. 88).  
If an operation is not made within approximately 30 minutes, the camera turns off  
automatically. Press the main switch to turn on the camera.  
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CONNECTING THE OPTIONAL AC ADAPTER  
Always turn off the camera before changing between power supplies.  
The AC Adapter AC-11 allows the camera to be  
powered from an electrical household outlet. The  
AC Adapter is recommended when the camera is  
interfaced with a computer or during periods of  
heavy use.  
Insert the mini plug of the AC adapter into the DC  
terminal (1).  
Insert the AC adapter plug into an electrical outlet.  
1
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CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD  
This digital camera is equipped with a internal storage (approximately 14.5MB) so  
images can be recorded without a memory card. For increased memory capacity, an SD  
Memory Card or MultiMediaCard can be inserted into the camera. When card is inserted,  
the images are recorded on the card. For more about memory cards see page 118.  
Always turn off the camera and confirm the access lamp is not lit  
before inserting or removing a memory card; damage and data loss  
may result.  
1
2
1.Insert the memory card all the way into the card slot and release; the card should catch  
in the slot. Insert the card so the face is toward the back of the camera. Always push  
the card in straight, never at an angle. Never force the card. If the card does not fit,  
check that it is oriented correctly.  
2.To eject a memory card, press the card into the slot and release. The card can then be  
pulled out. Take care when removing the card as it becomes hot with use.  
A memory card used in another camera may have to be formatted before being used. If  
the unable-to-use-card message appears, the card should be formatted with the camera.  
A memory card can be formatted in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 74). When a card  
is formatted, all the data on the card is permanently erased. If the card-error message  
appears, press the central button of the controller to close the window; check the Konica  
Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information:  
North America:  
Europe:  
http://kmpi.konicaminolta.us  
http://www.konicaminoltaeurope.com/  
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TURNING ON THE CAMERA AND DISPLAYS  
Press the main switch to turn the camera on. Pressing the switch again  
turns the camera off.  
Around the main switch is the mode switch. This switch is used to  
change between the recording and playback modes as well as the  
selecting the between the monitor and viewfinder display.  
Recording mode (Viewfinder display) - the camera can  
record images and the monitor is viewed through the  
viewfinder. The viewfinder has a built-in diopter. While  
looking through the viewfinder, turn the diopter-  
adjustment dial until the monitor image is sharp  
Recording mode (Monitor display) - the camera can record images  
and the monitor is viewed directly.  
Playback mode (Monitor display) - images can be played back and  
edited. The monitor is viewed directly.  
Camera notes  
1
To use the viewfinder in the playback mode, press and  
hold the flash mode button (1) and then press and hold  
the information (i+) button (2) until the monitor switches  
to the viewfinder position.  
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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME  
After initially inserting batteries, the camera’s clock  
and calendar must be set. When images are  
recorded, the image data is saved with the date and  
time of recording.  
1
If the clock and calendar have not been set, a  
message is displayed for a few seconds each time  
the camera is turned on. This message is also  
displayed if the clock and calendar are reset when  
the camera is stored without batteries for a long  
period.  
Use the left and right keys of the controller (1)  
to select “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation.  
Set date/time?  
Yes  
No  
Press the center of the controller to open the  
date/time setup screen.  
Date/Time set  
Use the left and right keys to select the item to  
be changed.  
2005 . 01 . 01  
00 : 00  
Use the up and down keys to adjust the item.  
MM / DD / YYYY  
Press the central button to set the clock and  
calendar.  
:move  
:sel.  
:enter  
Date/Time setup screen  
The date/time setup screen can be opened in section 2 of  
the setup menu.  
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SETTING THE MENU LANGUAGE  
For customers in certain areas, the menu language  
may have to be set. Press the menu button (1) to  
open the menu; the appearance of the menu will  
depend on the position of the camera’s controls.  
2
Navigating the menu is simple. The up/down and  
left/right keys of the controller (2) move the cursor  
and change settings on the menu. The central button  
of the controller selects menu options and sets  
adjustments.  
1
Drive m  
Image  
Quality  
Auto D  
Digital  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Auto DSP  
Digital zoom  
Single  
Use the right key of the controller to highlight  
“SETUP” at the top of the menu.  
2560x1920  
Standard  
On  
Press the central button of the controller to open  
the setup menu.  
Off  
LCDbrightness  
Use the down key to highlight the  
language menu option, then press the  
right key.  
Power save  
Inst.Playback  
Lens acc.  
English  
Language  
Press the central button of the controller to open  
the language screen.  
/JPN  
English  
Deutsch  
Français  
Español  
/CHN  
Italiano  
Svenska  
Use the four-way keys of the controller to  
highlight the new menu language.  
Press the central button of the controller to set  
the language.  
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BASIC RECORDING  
This section covers the basic operation of this camera.  
Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the operations in this  
section before moving on to the other sections in the manual.  
Turn on the camera. Set the mode switch to a recording  
position.  
HANDLING THE CAMERA  
While using the viewfinder or LCD monitor, grip the camera  
firmly with your right hand while supporting the body with  
your left. Keep your elbows at your side and your feet  
shoulder-width apart to hold the camera steadily. Take care  
not to cover the lens with your fingers or the strap.  
USING THE ZOOM LENS  
The zoom lever controls the lens (1).  
Zoom scale  
Pressing the right (T) side of the  
lever will zoom in to the telephoto  
position of the lens. Pressing the left  
(W) side of the lever will zoom out to  
the wide-angle position.  
After zooming, the zoom scale is  
displayed briefly. If the digital zoom  
(p. 53) is active, the yellow section  
of the scale indicates the digital-  
zoom range.  
1
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RECORDING IMAGES AUTOMATICALLY  
Turn the exposure-mode dial to the auto-recording position (1); all  
camera operations are now fully automatic. The autofocus,  
exposure, and imaging systems will work together to bring beautiful  
results effortlessly.  
While many of the camera’s systems in this mode are automatic.  
The flash mode (p. 26) and drive mode (p. 45) can also be  
changed. Image size and quality can be set on the auto-recording  
menu (p. 44, 51-52).  
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Metering mode – Multi-segment (fixed)  
Camera sensitivity (ISO) – Auto (fixed)  
Flash mode – Autoflash (can be changed*)  
Focus area – Wide focus area (can be changed*)  
Focus control – Autofocus - single-shot AF (fixed**)  
Drive mode – Single-frame advance (can be changed*)  
Color mode – Natural Color (fixed)  
White balance – Auto (fixed)  
* Changes to the flash mode, focus area, or drive mode are reset when the exposure-  
mode dial is turned to another position.  
**When the sports action subject program is selected with Automatic Digital Subject  
Program Selection (p. 23), the camera continues to focus when the shutter-release  
button is held partway down (continuous AF).  
Camera notes  
The camera uses the exposure system to control the brightness of the live monitor image.  
This is achieved by varying the CCD sensitivity and controlling the aperture. The aperture  
can sometimes be heard stopping down or opening up with changes in subject brightness.  
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BASIC RECORDING OPERATION  
The example uses auto recording. Except for movie recording, the  
operation for other exposure modes is the same. Automatic Digital Subject  
Program Selection is only available in the auto recording mode.  
Place the subject anywhere within the focus frame. Make sure  
the subject is within the focus range of the lens (p. 24). For  
very close subjects, use the macro function (p. 35).  
Press the shutter-release button partway down to lock the  
focus and exposure. An AF sensor (a) is displayed to indicate  
the subject. Automatic Digital Subject Selection will choose  
the appropriate exposure mode, see the facing page.  
The focus signal (b) on the monitor will confirm focus lock. If  
the focus signal is red, the camera was unable to locate the  
subject. Repeat the previous steps until the signal is white.  
The shutter speed (c) and aperture (d) appears and turns  
black to indicate the exposure is locked.  
a
b
c
d
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take the  
picture.  
The access lamp lights indicating image data is  
being written to the memory card or the internal  
memory. Never remove or insert a memory card  
while data is being saved.  
Camera notes  
The recorded image can be previewed by continuing to hold  
down the shutter-release button after the image is captured.  
The instant-playback function can also be used (p. 89).  
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AUTOMATIC DIGITAL SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION  
Automatic Digital Program Selection chooses between program autoexposure and one  
of five digital subject programs. The digital subject programs optimize camera setting for  
various conditions and subjects. Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection is only  
available in auto recording and can be disabled in the auto-recording menu. For  
information on individual subject programs, see page 29.  
A row of gray indicators at the top on the monitor display will  
indicate Automatic Digital Subject Selection is active. Place  
the subject in the focus frames; the procedure is the same as  
the basic recording operation described on page 22.  
Press the shutter-release button partway down; the AF  
system will locate the subject and the Automatic Digital  
Subject Selection function will choose a subject program. If  
no indicators are displayed, program autoexposure is active.  
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take the  
picture. Hold the camera steadily when the sunset subject  
program is selected as exposures can be long.  
Program autoexposure (the Digital Subject Program indicators disappear)  
Portrait  
Landscape  
Sunset  
Sports action  
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FOCUS LOCK  
Focus lock prevents the AF system from focusing. This can be used with off-center  
subjects or when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing (p. 25).  
Place the subject within the focus frame. Press and hold  
the shutter-release button partway down.  
• The focus signal indicates the focus is locked. The shutter  
speed and aperture value change from white to black  
indicating the exposure is locked.  
• When the focus is set, an AF sensor is displayed on the live  
image to indicate the point of focus.  
Without lifting your finger from the shutter-release  
button, recompose the subject within the image area.  
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take  
the picture.  
FOCUS RANGE  
All distances are measured from the CCD. See  
page 35 for the marco focus range.  
Wide-angle position  
0.57m - ∞ (1.9ft - ∞)  
Telephoto position  
1.57m - ∞ (5.1ft - ∞)  
Approximate location of CCD plane  
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FOCUS SIGNALS  
The focus signal in the lower right corner of the LCD monitor indicates the focus status.  
The shutter can be released even if the camera cannot focus on the subject.  
Focus locked.  
Focus confirmed (P, A, S, and M continuous AF focus mode and sports action  
digital subject program). Exposure continuously adjusts.  
Cannot focus. The subject is too close or a special situation is preventing the  
AF system from focusing.  
When using the sports action digital subject program, the camera continually focuses  
when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down; the focus frames turn red.  
Keep the subject within the red focus frames. Focus lock cannot be used.  
If the AF system cannot focus, focus lock can be used with object at the same distance  
as the main subject or the camera can be focused manually in the Digital Subject  
Program or program (P) exposure modes (p. 54).  
SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS  
The camera may not be able to focus in certain situations. If the autofocus system cannot  
focus on a subject, the focus signal will turn red. In this situation, focus-lock on an object  
at the same distance as the main subject and then recompose the image on the monitor  
to take the picture.  
The subject in the Two subjects at differ- The subject is near a The subject is too  
focus frame is low in ent distances overlap very bright object or dark.  
contrast.  
in the focus frame.  
area.  
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FLASH MODES  
To change the flash mode, simply press the  
flash mode button (1) until the appropriate mode  
is indicated.  
1
Autoflash - the flash fires automatically in low-  
light and backlit conditions.  
Red-eye reduction - multiple flashes are used  
before the main flash burst to reduce red-eye;  
an effect caused by light reflected from the  
retina. Use in low-light conditions when taking  
photographs of people or animals. The pre-  
flashes contract the pupils of the subject’s eyes.  
Autoflash  
Fill-flash - the flash fires with each exposure  
regardless of the amount of ambient light. Fill-  
flash can be used to reduce harsh shadows  
caused by strong direct light or sunshine.  
Autoflash with  
red-eye reduction  
Fill-flash  
Slow sync. - flash and ambient light exposures  
are balanced; red-eye reduction is used. Use  
slow sync. when in dark locations to reveal  
background details. Ask your subject not to  
move after the flash burst; the shutter may still  
be open for the background exposure. Because  
exposures can be long, the use of a tripod is  
recommended.  
Fill-flash. with  
red-eye reduction  
Slow sync. with  
red-eye reduction  
Flash cancel  
Fill-flash  
Flash cancel - the flash cannot fire.  
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FLASH RANGE - AUTO-RECORDING MODE  
The camera controls the flash output automatically.  
For well-exposed images, the subject must be  
within the flash range. Distance is given from the  
CCD plane. Because of the optical system, the flash  
range is not the same at the lens’ wide-angle  
position as it is at the telephoto position.  
Wide-angle position  
0.57 - 4.7m (1.87 - 15.4 ft)  
Telephoto position  
1.57 - 4.7m (5.15 - 15.4 ft)  
Approximate location of CCD plane  
If the flash output was sufficient to illuminate the subject, the OK indicator briefly replaces  
the flash-mode indicator after the exposure. The access lamp turns red and blinks slowly  
while the flash is charging; if battery power is low, the monitor turns off during this period.  
Camera Notes  
If using continuous AF or the sports action subject program with flash, the monitor image  
reflects the exposure required for the flash when the shutter-release button is pressed  
partway down. This may cause the monitor image to appear dark in low-light situations.  
CAMERA-SHAKE WARNING  
If the shutter speed falls below the point where the camera  
can be safely hand held, the camera-shake warning appears  
on the LCD monitor. Camera shake is slight blurring caused  
by subtle hand motion and is more pronounced at the  
telephoto position of the lens than at the wide-angle.  
Although the warning appears, the shutter can still be  
released. If the warning appears, place the camera on a  
tripod, use the built-in flash, or zoom the lens towards the  
wide-angle position until the warning disappears.  
Camera-shake warning  
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i+ BUTTON  
Pressing the information (i+) button changes the monitor display. The display cycles  
among the standard display, real-time histogram, and live image only.  
Standard display  
Real-time histogram Live image only  
The real-time histogram shows the approximate  
luminance distribution of the live image. This  
histogram cannot show the affect of flash illumination.  
The histogram of a recorded image may not show the  
same distribution as the real-time histogram.  
Information button  
ADJUSTING MONITOR BRIGHTNESS  
The monitor image can be made lighter or  
darker. The brightness level can be set  
individually for viewfinder and direct viewing.  
Turn the mode switch to the appropriate  
position. Press and hold the information (i+)  
button to open the LCD brightness screen.  
Set LCD brightness  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to adjust  
the brightness; the monitor image changes  
accordingly. Press the center of the controller or  
the menu button to set the brightness level.  
Low  
High  
:adjust  
:enter  
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DIGITAL SUBJECT PROGRAMS  
Digital subject programs optimize the  
camera’s exposure, white-balance, and  
image-processing systems for specific  
conditions and subjects. Simply turn  
the exposure mode dial to select the  
appropriate subject program; the active  
subject program is displayed in the  
bottom left corner of the monitor  
Subject program indicator  
Portrait - optimized to reproduce warm, soft skin tones and a slight defocusing  
of the background. Most portraits look best at a telephoto setting; the longer focal  
length does not exaggerate facial features and the shallower depth of field  
softens the background. Use the built-in flash with strong direct sunlight or  
backlight to reduce harsh shadows.  
Sports action - used to capture action by maximizing shutter speeds. The AF  
system continuously focuses; see page 21. When using flash, the subject must  
be within the flash range (p. 27). A monopod is more flexible and compact than a  
tripod when shooting events.  
Landscape - optimized to produce sharp, colorful landscapes. Used with bright  
outdoor scenery.  
Sunset - optimized to reproduce rich, warm sunsets. When the sun is above the  
horizon, do not point the camera toward the sun for prolonged periods of time.  
The intensity of the sun could damage the CCD. Between exposures, turn off the  
camera or cover the lens.  
Night portrait - for deep, subtle night scenes. The use of a tripod is  
recommended. When used with flash, the subject and background exposures are  
balanced. The flash can only be used with close subjects such as with a portrait  
of a person. When using the flash, ask your subjects not to move after the burst;  
the shutter will still be open for the background exposure.  
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BASIC PLAYBACK  
Images can be viewed in the Quick View or playback  
modes. This section covers the basic operations in  
both modes. The playback mode has additional  
functions, see page 68.  
To view images from the playback mode, turn the  
mode switch to the playback position (1).  
To view images from the recording mode, press the  
Quick View / delete button (2).  
1
To view images recorded in the internal memory,  
remove the memory card from the camera.  
2
SINGLE-FRAME PLAYBACK AND HISTOGRAM DISPLAY  
Image size (p. 51)  
Image quality (p. 51)  
Mode  
indicator  
Aperture value  
Shutter speed  
Time of  
capture  
Degree of exposure  
compensation (p. 41)  
White-balance  
setting (p. 55)  
Date of capture  
Sensitivity  
setting (p. 59)  
Folder name  
Lock indicator (p. 75)  
DPOF indicator (p. 82)  
Frame number/ total number of images  
Folder number - image file number  
Histogram  
Internal-memory indicator  
The internal-memory indicator appears when a memory card is not  
inserted in the camera.  
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To display the histogram display, press the up key of the controller. Press the  
down key to return to single-frame playback.The histogram shows the luminance  
distribution of the image from black (left) to white (right). The 256 vertical lines  
indicates the relative proportion of that light value in the image. The histogram can  
be used to evaluate exposure, but displays no color information.  
VIEWING AND ROTATING IMAGES  
In Quick View or the playback mode, use the  
left/right keys of the controller to scroll through  
the images.  
To rotate a vertical image, press the down key  
to cycle through the three positions: 90°  
counterclockwise, 90° clockwise, and  
horizontal.  
To return to the recording mode from Quick  
View, press the menu button or shutter-release  
button partway down.  
Quick View / Delete button  
DELETING SINGLE IMAGES  
The displayed image can be deleted. Once deleted, an image cannot be recovered.  
To delete the displayed image, press the Quick  
View / delete button. A confirmation screen will  
appear.  
Delete this frame?  
No  
Yes  
Use the left/right keys to highlight “Yes,” “No” will  
cancel the operation.  
Press the central button of the controller to delete the image.  
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i+ BUTTON  
The information (i+) button controls the display format. Each time the button is pressed,  
the display cycles through to the next format: full display, image only, index playback.  
Full display  
Image only  
Index playback  
Information button  
In index playback, the four-way keys of the controller will move the yellow border. When  
the image is highlighted with the border, the date of recording, the lock and printing  
status, and the frame number of the image are displayed at the bottom of the screen. The  
highlighted image can be deleted using the Quick Viiew / delete button (p. 31), or a movie  
clip can be played by pressing the central button of the controller. When the information  
(i+) button is pressed again, the highlighted image will be displayed in the single-frame  
playback mode.  
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ENLARGED PLAYBACK  
In single-frame playback in Quick View or the playback mode, a still image can be  
enlarged up to 6X in 0.2 increments for closer examination.  
With the image to be magnified  
displayed, press the right (T) side  
of the zoom lever to activate the  
enlarged playback mode. The  
degree of magnification is  
displayed on the LCD monitor.  
Press the right (T) side of the zoom  
lever to increase the image  
magnification. Press the left (W)  
side of the lever to decrease the  
magnification.  
Use the four-way keys of the controller to scroll the image. When scrolling,  
the arrows in the display will disappear when the edge of the image has  
been reached.  
The locator in the top right corner of the monitor indicates the area of the  
image being displayed.  
The information (i+) button switches between showing the full display and  
the image only.  
To exit the enlarged playback mode, press the menu button or the central  
button of the controller.  
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ADVANCED RECORDING  
This section cover the advanced recording features of this camera. Read the basic  
recording section before moving on to this section.  
RECORDING MODE DISPLAY  
1. Wide-angle converter indicator (p. 90)  
2. Mode indicator  
3. Flash-mode indicator (p. 26)  
4. Flash-compensation display (p. 57)  
5. Sharpness display (p. 61)  
6. Contrast display (p. 60)  
7. White-balance indicator (p. 55)  
8. Camera-sensitivity (ISO) display (p. 59)  
9. Exposure-compensation display (p. 41)  
10. Camera-shake warning (p. 27)  
11. Exposure-mode indicator (p. 36 - 38)  
12. Metering-mode indicator (p. 58)  
A. Focus frame  
13. Shutter-speed display  
B. Spot metering area (p. 58)  
14. Aperture display  
15. Macro-mode indicator (p. 35)  
16. Focus-mode indicator (p. 54)  
17. Date-imprinting indicator (p. 93)  
18. Frame counter (p. 52)  
19. Drive-mode indicator (p. 45)  
20. Manual-focus scale (p. 54)  
21. Battery-condition indicator (p. 14)  
22. Image-quality indicator (p. 51)  
23. Image-size display (p. 51)  
24. Digital-zoom display (p. 53)  
25. Color-mode indicator (p. 60)  
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Internal-memory indicator  
The internal-memory indicator appears when a memory card is not  
inserted in the camera.  
MACRO  
Macro mode allows the camera to focus as close as 1  
cm (0.4 in.) from the front of the lens or 8 cm (3.1 in.)  
from the CCD. The focus range changes with the zoom  
‘s focal length, see below.  
Press the macro button (1) to select the macro mode.  
Press the macro button again to cancel the macro mode.  
The following chart lists the macro ranges. All distances  
are measured from the CCD.  
Macro indicator  
Wide-angle position: 8 - 107cm (3.1 - 42.1 in.)  
26.5 - 30.8mm: 107 - 237cm (42.1 - 93.3 in.)  
Telephoto position: 67 - 207cm (26.3 - 81.5 in.)  
1
Approximate location of  
CCD plane  
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PROGRAM (P) EXPOSURE MODE  
The program exposure mode controls both the shutter speed and  
aperture to ensure correct exposures. This exposure mode allows  
photographers to shoot without worry about exposure settings. The  
shutter speed and aperture values of the exposure are displayed on the  
monitor when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down. If  
shutter speed and aperture displays turn red, the scene is beyond the  
exposure control range of the camera.  
APERTURE PRIORITY (A) EXPOSURE MODE  
The photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the  
appropriate shutter speed to ensure the correct exposure. When aperture  
priority is selected, the aperture value on the monitor turns blue and a  
double arrow indicator appears next to it. The flash mode can be set to  
fill-flash, fill-flash with red-eye reduction, or slow sync. with red-eye  
reduction (p. 26).  
Use the up/down keys of the controller (1) to  
set the aperture. The aperture has a three stop  
range. Press the shutter-release button  
partway down to activate the exposure system;  
the corresponding shutter speed will be  
displayed on the monitor.  
1
As the lens is zoomed, the maximum aperture will automatically shift. If the aperture  
value is beyond the shutter-speed range, the shutter-speed display will turn red on the  
monitor.  
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SHUTTER PRIORITY (S) EXPOSURE MODE  
The photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the  
appropriate aperture to ensure correct exposure. When shutter priority is  
selected, the shutter speed on the monitor turns blue and a double arrow  
indicator appears next to it. The shutter speed can be set between 1/2000  
and 4 seconds. If the shutter speed is beyond the aperture range, the  
aperture display will turn red. The flash mode can be set to fill-flash, fill-  
flash with red-eye reduction, or slow sync. with red-eye reduction (p. 26).  
Use the up/down keys of the controller (1) to  
set the shutter speed. Press the shutter-  
release button partway down to activate the  
exposure system; the corresponding aperture  
will be displayed on the monitor.  
1
Shooting Tips  
The shutter speed and aperture control more than the exposure. The shutter speed determines how  
sharp a moving subject is. The aperture controls the depth of field; the area in front of the camera  
that appears sharp. For more on exposure controls, see the Short Guide to Photography on page 66.  
Camera notes  
When the shutter speed is one second or longer, the shutter sound indicates both  
the begining and end of the exposure.  
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MANUAL (M) EXPOSURE MODE  
Manual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and  
apertures. This mode overrides the exposure system giving the  
photographer total control over the final exposure.  
Use the up/down keys of the controller to change  
the shutter speed.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to change the  
aperture.  
The changes made to the exposure will be visible in the live image on the monitor. The  
monitor shutter-speed and aperture display will turn red if the image is significantly  
underexposed or overexposed. If the monitor is black, increase the exposure until the  
image is visible; decrease the exposure if the monitor is white. When the shutter-release  
button is pressed partway down, the brightness of the live image may change while the  
camera focuses.  
In manual exposure mode, the auto camera-sensitivity setting will fix the ISO value at  
100. The camera sensitivity can be changed in section 3 of the recording menu (p. 59).  
The flash mode can be set to fill-flash, fill-flash with red-eye reduction, or slow sync. with  
red-eye reduction (p. 26), but the live image will not reflect the flash exposure.  
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Camera notes  
When the shutter speed is one second or longer, the shutter sound indicates both  
the begining and end of the exposure.  
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MOVIE RECORDING  
This camera records digital video without audio. Total recording time  
varies with the image size and frame rate, see page 64. Exposure  
compensation and the macro mode can be used. Other changes can be  
made with the movie recording menu (p. 44).  
Image size  
Frame rate  
Before recording, the frame counter shows the  
maximum time in seconds that can be recorded on the  
next movie clip.  
Recording time  
Frame the picture as described in the basic recording  
operation section (p. 22). Press the shutter-release  
button partway down to set the the focus and exposure.  
Press the shutter-release button all the way down and  
release to start recording.  
The camera continues to focus during recording. The  
camera will continue to record until the recording time is  
used or the shutter-release button is pressed again.  
Recording indicator  
Remaining time  
Internal-memory indicator  
The internal-memory indicator appears when the memory card is not  
inserted in the camera.  
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EXPOSURE COMPENSATION  
The camera exposure can be adjusted to make the final picture lighter or darker by as  
much as ±2Ev in 1/3 increments. Exposure compensation can only be used with Digital  
Subject Programs, the P, A, and S exposure modes, and movie recording mode. With  
movie recording mode, exposure compensation is reset when the camera is turned off.  
In Digital Subject Programs, P, A, and S exposure modes, exposure compensation  
remains in effect until reset.  
To adjust the exposure, press the left or right controller  
key; the exposure-compensation screen appears.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to adjust the  
exposure-compensation value. Changes to exposure  
are visible in the live image.  
Press the shutter-release button partway down or press  
the central button of the controller to set the adjustment.  
When adjusting the exposure, the amount of compensation is shown in EV (p. 50). After  
the setting is made, the shutter-speed and aperture displays indicate the actual  
exposure. Because the exposure can be adjusted in fine steps, the shutter speed or  
aperture value displayed may not change. When set to any value other than zero, the  
exposure-compensation indicator remains on the monitor as a warning.  
Camera notes  
Exposure compensation is used when  
the camera’s exposure meter is  
deceived by high-key or low-key  
scenes. In the example, the dark water  
caused the camera to overexpose the  
image making it too bright and  
washed-out. By compensating the  
exposure, detail is brought out in the  
leaves, and the stones and water  
appear richer.  
–2.0Ev  
–1.0Ev  
Camera exposure  
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FOCUS AREA SELECTION  
Individual focus areas can be selected when recording still images. With auto recording  
and Digital Subject Programs, focus area selection is reset when the exposure-mode dial  
is moved to another position or the camera is turned off. In P, A, S, and M exposure  
modes, the selected focus area remains active until reset.  
Press and hold the central button of the controller until the three spot  
focus areas are displayed.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the desired  
autofocus area; the active area is blue.  
Press the shutter-release button partway down or press the  
central button of the controller to select the area; the other two  
areas disappear. Only when a focus area has been selected,  
can the controller be used for other camera operations.  
Take the picture as described in the basic recording section;  
press the shutter-release button partway down to lock focus  
and exposure. Press the shutter-release button all the way  
down to take the picture.  
Once a focus area is selected, it will remain active even after  
the picture has been taken. Press and hold the central button  
of the controller to return to the standard focus frames.  
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NAVIGATING THE RECORDING MENUS  
The recording menu displayed varies with the position of the exposure-mode  
dial. There are four menus depending on if auto recording, movie recording,  
Digital Subject Programs, or the P,A,S, and M exposure modes are selected.  
See next page for details.  
Pressing the menu button (1) turns the menu on and off. The four-way keys of the  
controller (2) move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller  
enters a setting.  
Activate the menu with the menu button.  
On the P, A, S, and M menu, use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight  
the appropriate menu tab; the menu changes as the tabs are highlighted.  
Use the up/down keys to scroll through the menu options. Highlight the option  
whose setting needs to be changed.  
With the menu option highlighted, press the right controller key; the settings  
are displayed with the current setting highlighted. To return to the menu  
options, press the left key.  
Use the up/down keys to highlight the new  
setting.  
2
Press the central button of the controller to select  
the highlighted setting; some options open a  
selection screen.  
1
Once a setting has been selected, the cursor will return to the menu options and the new  
setting will be displayed. To return to the recording mode, press the menu button.  
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Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Auto DSP  
Digital zoom  
Single  
2560x1920  
Standard  
On  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Focus mode  
Digital zoom  
Single  
Focus mode  
Color mode  
Cont. AF  
NaturalColor  
2560x1920  
Standard  
Autofocus  
Off  
Image size  
Frame rate  
320x240  
15fps  
Off  
White balance  
Movie mode  
Auto  
STD. movie  
Auto-recording menu  
Digital Subject Program menu  
Movie menu  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Single  
Focus mode  
Full-time AF  
Flash mode  
Flash comp.  
Single AF  
On  
Autoflash  
0
Sensitivity  
Auto  
Off  
NaturalColor  
Normal  
Normal  
2560x1920  
Standard  
Auto  
Digital zoom  
Color mode  
Sharpness  
Contrast  
Flash mode  
Metering mode MultiSegment  
P, A, S, and M exposure-mode menu  
Index to menu functions  
Auto DSP, 53  
Color mode, 60  
Focus mode, 54  
Frame rate, 64  
Movie mode, 65  
Quality, 51  
Contrast, 60  
Digital zoom, 53  
Drive mode, 45  
Flash compensation, 57  
Flash mode, 57, 26  
Full-time AF, 57  
Image size, 51  
Image size (movie), 64  
Key function, 62  
Metering mode, 58  
Sensitivity, 59  
Sharpness, 61  
White balance, 55  
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DRIVE MODES  
The drive modes control the rate and method images are  
captured. The drive mode is set on all menus except the  
movie menu. In auto recording mode, the drive mode is reset  
to single-frame advance when the exposure-mode dial is  
moved to another position or the camera is turned off. In  
Digital Subject Programs and P, A, S, and M exposure  
modes, the drive mode remains in effect until changed. Refer  
to the following sections for descriptions of the drive modes.  
Single-frame advance - to take a single image each time the shutter-release  
button is pressed (p. 22).  
Self-timer - to delay the release of the shutter. Used for self-portraits.  
Continuous advance - to take multiple images when the shutter-release button  
is pressed and held.  
Progressive Capture - to continuously record when the shutter-release button  
is pressed and held. Releasing the button saves the last six images.  
Bracketing - to take a series of three images with differing exposures.  
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SELF-TIMER  
Used for self-portraits, the self-timer will delay the release of the shutter for approximately  
ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed. The self-timer is  
set in section 1 of the recording menus (p. 44). The length of the self-timer delay is set  
in section 4 of the setup menu (p. 96).  
1
2
With the camera on a tripod, compose the picture so  
the subject is within the focus frames. Press the  
shutter-release button partway down to lock the  
exposure and focus (1). Press the shutter-release  
button all the way down to begin the countdown (2).  
Because focus and exposure are determined when  
the shutter-release button is pressed, do not stand in  
front of the camera when taking a self-timer image.  
Always confirm the focus with the focus signals  
before beginning the countdown (p. 25).  
3
The self-timer is counted down on the monitor. During the countdown, the self-timer lamp  
on the front of the camera (3) will start to blink and is accompanied by an audio signal. A  
few seconds before the exposure, the self-timer lamp will blink rapidly. The lamp will glow  
steadily just before the shutter fires. To stop the countdown, press the right (T) side or the  
left (W) side of the zoom lever. When using a 10-second delay, the self-timer drive mode  
is reset to single-frame advance after the exposure. The audio signal can be turned off  
in section 3 of the setup menu (p. 95).  
Shooting tips  
The self-timer can be used to minimize camera shake with long exposures. When using the  
camera on a tripod, photographs of static subjects (landscapes, still-lifes, or close-up  
photographs) can be made with the self-timer. Because no contact is made with the camera  
during exposure, there is no risk of camera shake caused by the operator.  
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CONTINUOUS-ADVANCE MODE  
The continuous-advance drive mode allow a series of  
images to be captured while holding down the shutter-  
release button. The number of images that can be  
captured at one time and the rate of capture depend  
on the image-size and image-quality settings. The  
maximum rate of capture is approximately 1.0 fps.  
This drive mode is set in section 1 of the recording  
menu.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Single  
Self-timer  
Continuous  
Progressive  
Bracketing  
Compose the picture as described in the basic  
recording operation section (p. 22).  
1
2
Press the shutter-release button partway down (1) to  
lock the focus exposure for the series.  
Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way  
down (2) to begin taking pictures; focus is locked with  
the first frame. When the shutter-release button is  
pressed and held, the camera will begin recording  
images until the maximum number has been taken or  
the shutter button is released.  
If the continuous AF focus mode (p. 54) is selected, the focus and exposure for the series  
are not locked. The AF system focuses between each frame.  
The use of the built-in flash, the continuous-AF focus mode, or date imprinting (p. 93)  
reduces the rate of capture. The maximum number of images that can be captured with  
different image quality and size is as follows:  
2560 X 1920  
2048 X 1536  
1600 X 1200  
640 X 480  
Fine  
3
4
9
3
7
5
28  
45  
64  
Standard  
Economy  
11  
20  
13  
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PROGRESSIVE-CAPTURE MODE  
The Progressive-Capture drive mode continuously  
records images while holding down the shutter-  
release button. When the shutter button is released,  
the last six images stored in the camera’s buffer  
memory are recorded. This drive mode is set in  
section 1 of the recording menu. When the red low-  
battery warning is displayed, these drive modes  
cannot be used. Fine image quality (p. 51) cannot be  
used in this mode.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Single  
Self-timer  
Continuous  
Progressive  
Bracketing  
Compose the picture as described in the basic  
recording operation section (p. 22). Press the shutter-  
release button partway down (1) to lock the focus  
exposure for the series.  
1
2
3
Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way  
down (2) to begin taking pictures; focus is locked with  
the first frame. When the shutter-release button is  
pressed and held, the camera will begin recording.  
Release the shutter (3) to save the images in the  
camera memory. The Progressive Capture records  
the last six images saved in the camera’s buffer  
memory. When a series is captured, a thumbnail of  
each image is shown in an index display while being  
saved.  
If the continuous AF focus mode (p. 54) is selected, the  
focus for the series is not locked. The AF system focuses  
between each frame. The exposure for the series is locked  
when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down.  
The maximum rate of capture is approximately 1.0 fps. The  
use of the continuous-AF focus mode reduces the rate of  
capture. The built-in flash and date imprinting (p. 93) cannot  
be used.  
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BRACKETING  
This mode makes a three-image bracket of a scene.  
Bracketing is a method of taking a series of images of  
a static subject in which each image has a slight  
variation in exposure. The bracketing mode is set in  
section 1 of the recording menus.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Single  
Self-timer  
Continuous  
Progressive  
Bracketing  
Immediately after selecting the bracketing option on  
the menu, a selection screen is displayed to select the  
bracketing increment.  
Press the left/right keys of the controller to select the  
bracketing increment. Press the central button of the  
controller to set the value. To change the increment,  
select the bracketing drive mode again with the menu.  
:select  
:enter  
Compose the picture as described in the basic  
recording operation section (p. 22).  
1
2
Press the shutter-release button partway down (1) to  
lock the focus exposure for the series.  
Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way  
down (2) to make the bracket series; three  
consecutive images will be captured. Focus is locked  
with the first frame.  
If the continuous AF focus mode (p. 54) is selected,  
the focus for the series is not locked. The AF system  
focuses between each frame. The exposure for the  
series is locked when the shutter-release button is  
pressed partway down.  
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The remaining number of frames in the bracket series is  
displayed on the monitor next to the bracketing  
indicator. If the memory is filled or the shutter button is  
released before the series has completed, the camera  
will reset and the entire bracket must be made again. If  
the red low-battery indicator appears, the bracketing  
drive mode is disabled. The flash cannot be used with  
the bracketing drive mode.  
Number of frames in  
bracketing series  
Frame counter  
The order of the bracket series is normal exposure, underexposure, and overexposure.  
The exposure bracket can be made in 0.3 or 0.5 Ev increments. The larger the number,  
the greater the difference in exposure between the images in the bracketed series.  
Normal  
Under  
Over  
0.3 Ev  
bracket  
0.5 Ev  
bracket  
When using exposure compensation (p. 41), the bracketing series will be made in  
relation to the compensated exposure. Under extreme conditions, one of the bracketed  
exposures may be inaccurate because it is outside the exposure control range of the  
camera.  
+2.0 Ev  
+1.0 Ev  
±0.0 Ev  
–1.0 Ev  
–2.0 Ev  
4X as much light  
2X as much light  
Calculated exposure  
1/2 as much light  
1/4 as much light  
WHAT IS AN EV?  
Ev stands for exposure value. A change  
of one Ev adjusts the exposure  
calculated by the camera by a factor of  
two.  
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IMAGE SIZE AND IMAGE QUALITY  
Changing image size affects the number of pixels in  
each image. The greater the image size, the larger  
the file size. Choose image size based on the final  
use of the image - smaller images will be more  
suitable for web sites whereas larger sizes will  
produce higher quality prints.  
Number of pixels  
(hor. X vert.)  
LCD monitor  
2560  
2048  
1600  
640  
2560 X 1920  
2048 X 1536  
1600 X 1200  
640 X 480  
FINE  
STD.  
ECON.  
Fine - high-quality JPEG image.  
Standard - the default setting. (JPEG)  
Economy - the smallest file sizes. (JPEG)  
Image quality controls the rate of compression, but has no effect on the number of pixels  
in the image. The higher the image quality, the lower the rate of compression and the  
larger the file sizes. If economical use of memory is important, use the economy mode.  
Standard image quality is sufficient for normal usage. The fine mode will produce the  
highest quality image and the largest image files.  
Image size and quality must be set before the picture is taken. Changes are displayed  
on the LCD monitor. Changes made on one menu affects all exposure modes except  
movie. Image size and quality must be reset manually. See navigating the recording  
mode menu section on page 43.  
If image size or quality are changed, the frame counter will display the approximate  
number of images that can be recorded at that setting. Images with differing sizes and  
qualities can be recorded. The number of images that can be recorded depends on the  
memory available and the file size of the images. The actual file size is determined by the  
scene; some subjects can be compressed further than others. See the chart on the  
following page.  
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Approximate file sizes.  
2560 X 1920  
2460KB  
2048 X 1536  
1600KB  
830KB  
1600 X 1200  
640 X 480  
210KB  
130KB  
Fine  
Standard  
Economy  
1000KB  
530KB  
290KB  
1260KB  
660KB  
440KB  
100KB  
Approximate number of images that can be stored on internal storage (14.5MB).  
Fine  
Standard  
Economy  
6
11  
22  
9
17  
33  
14  
28  
48  
71  
103  
155  
Approximate number of images that can be stored on a 64MB memory card.  
Fine  
Standard  
Economy  
25  
49  
94  
38  
74  
138  
61  
117  
203  
297  
430  
645  
Camera Notes  
The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be recorded with the  
available memory at the camera’s image quality and size settings. If the settings are changed, the  
frame counter adjusts accordingly. Because the counter uses approximate file sizes, the actual  
image taken may not change the counter or may decrease it by more than one. When the frame  
counter displays zero, it indicates no more images at the image size and quality settings can be  
captured. Changing those settings may allow more images to be saved to the card.  
With no memory card in the camera, the frame counter indicates the approximate number of  
images that can be recorded with the available internal memory. When a card is inserted, the  
frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be saved on the card.  
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AUTO DSP  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Auto DSP  
Digital zoom  
Single  
2560x1920  
Standard  
On  
Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection can be  
temporarily disabled in the auto-recording menu. When  
disabled, the program exposure mode is active. If the camera  
is turned off, Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection is  
activated.  
Off  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
The digital zoom is activated in the auto-recording, Digital Subject Program, and section  
3 of the P, A, S, and M exposure-mode menus (p. 44).  
The digital zoom extends the power of the telephoto position of the optical zoom by up  
to 4X in 0.1X increments. The transition between the optical zoom and digital zoom is  
seamless. When the digital zoom is active, the image magnification is displayed on the  
monitor and the focus frames change to a single focus area. Because of the degree of  
magnification, the use of a tripod is recommended.  
Zoom scale  
Magnification  
The digital zoom is operated by the  
zoom lever (1). Press the right (T)  
side of the lever to zoom in to the  
telephoto position of the lens. When  
the digital zoom activates, the image  
magnification will be displayed on the  
monitor. Press the left (W) side of the  
lever to zoom out. After zooming, the  
zoom scale is displayed briefly. The  
yellow section indicates the digital-  
zoom range.  
Digital-zoom images are interpolated  
to the set image size. Some loss of  
quality may be evident.  
1
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FOCUS MODES  
This camera has autofocus and manual focus control. The focus mode is selected  
separately in the Digital Subject Program, movie, and P, A, S, and M exposure-mode  
menus. The selected focus mode is not reset when the camera is turned off  
With the P, A, S, or M exposure modes or movie recording, the autofocus mode can be  
specified between single-shot AF (AF-S) and continuous AF (AF-C) in section 2 of the  
menu (p. 44). Single-shot AF allows the focus to be locked before recording the image,  
see the basic recording section. Continuous AF continually focuses the camera. When  
capturing still images, the camera continues to focus when the shutter-release button is  
held partway down. In movie recording, focus is locked when the shutter-release button  
is partway down, but it is continually adjusted during recording.  
When focusing manually, a scale shows the  
approximate subject distance. The scale changes  
depending on the focusing range.  
Use the up/down controller keys to focus; the  
monitor image is automatically magnified by a  
maximum of 2.5X depending on the digital zoom  
setting. The live image returns to normal after two  
seconds, when zooming, or when the shutter-  
release button is pressed partway down.  
When using the shutter-priority, aperture-  
priority, or manual exposure modes (p. 36 - 38)  
with manual focus, press the central button of  
the controller to switch between using the  
up/down keys to focus or to adjust the  
exposure. The active function is indicated in  
blue.  
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WHITE BALANCE  
White balance is the camera’s ability to make different types of lighting appear neutral.  
The effect is similar to selecting daylight or tungsten film, or using color compensating  
filters in conventional photography. An indicator will be displayed on the monitor if a  
setting other than auto white-balance is chosen. White balance is set independently in  
section 1 of the movie, and P, A, S, and M exposure-mode menus (p. 44).  
Automatic White Balance  
The automatic white balance compensates for the color temperature of a scene. In most  
cases, the auto setting will balance the ambient light and create beautiful images, even  
under mixed-lighting conditions. When the built-in flash is used, the white balance is set  
for the color temperature of the flash.  
Preset White Balance  
Preset white-balance settings must be set before  
the image is taken. Once set, the effect is  
immediately visible on the LCD monitor.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Cust.set  
CustRecall  
White balance  
Key func.  
Auto  
Preset  
Immediately after selecting the preset white-  
balance option on the menu, a selection screen is  
displayed.  
Press the left/right keys of the controller to select  
the preset white balance. Press the central button  
of the controller to apply it. The following preset  
options are available:  
:select  
:enter  
Daylight - for outdoor and sunlit  
subjects.  
Cloudy - for overcast outdoor  
scenes.  
Fluorescent - for fluorescent  
lighting: office ceiling lights.  
Tungsten  
lighting: household light bulbs.  
-
for incandescent  
Flash - for use with the built-in flash.  
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Custom White Balance  
Custom white-balance allows the camera to be calibrated to a specific lighting condition.  
The setting can be used repeatedly until reset. Custom white balance is especially useful  
with mixed-lighting or when critical control over color is needed. The object used to make  
a calibration must be neutral. A blank piece of white paper is an ideal surface and can  
easily be carried in a camera bag.  
To calibrate the camera, select custom setup  
(Cust.set) from the white balance option in section 1  
of the movie, and P, A, S, and M exposure-mode  
menus (p. 44); the custom white-balance calibration  
screen opens.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Cust.set  
CustRecall  
Auto  
Preset  
White balance  
Key func.  
Fill the image area with a white object; the object  
does not need to be in focus. Press the central  
button of the controller to make the calibration or  
press the menu button to cancel the routine.  
The live view shows the effect of the new white  
balance setting. The custom setting will remain in  
effect until another calibration is made or the white-  
balance setting is changed.  
:enter  
If the custom white-balance setting is required again, select  
custom recall from the white-balance option of the menu; the  
last custom white-balance setting will be applied to the  
camera. The same custom white-balance setting is made  
and accessed from the movie, P, A, S, and M exposure  
modes.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Cust.set  
CustRecall  
Auto  
Preset  
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FULL-TIME AF  
With full-time AF active, the autofocus systems continually focuses to keep the monitor  
image sharp. This also reduces the autofocusing time when taking pictures. When the  
camera is set to manual focus, full-time AF is disabled. Turning the full-time AF function  
off can help conserve battery power. Full-time AF can be turned on and off in section 2  
of the P, A, S, and M menus (p. 44).  
FLASH MODE  
Focus mode  
Full-time AF  
Flash mode  
Flash comp.  
Single AF  
On  
Autoflash  
0
The flash modes can be changed in section 2 of the P, A, S,  
and M menus (p. 44). This menu option is used when  
another function is assigned to the flash mode button, see  
page 62 on the custom key function. For more on flash  
modes, refer to page 26.  
Metering mode MultiSegment  
FLASH COMPENSATION  
Flash compensation increases or decreases the flash  
exposure of the built-in flash in reference to the ambient  
exposure by as much as 2 Ev.  
Focus mode  
Full-time AF  
Flash mode  
–2 ~ +2  
+0.3  
Select the flash compensation option section 2 of the P, A,  
S, and M menus (p. 44). Use the up/down keys to adjust the  
degree of compensation (1). Press the central controller  
button to set this value (2). If any value other than 0.0 is set,  
an indicator will be displayed on the monitor as a warning.  
Flash comp.  
Metering mode  
Positive compensation No compensation  
Negative compensation No flash  
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Flash compensation changes the ratio between the ambient and flash exposures. When  
using fill-flash to reduce harsh shadows caused by direct sunlight, flash compensation  
changes the ratio between the highlights and shadows. The flash affects the darkness of  
the shadows without affecting the area illuminated by the sun. By decreasing the flash  
output with a negative Ev setting, the shadows receive less light and are deeper, but  
retain detail that would be lost without the flash. Using a positive Ev setting will soften or  
eliminate shadows.  
METERING MODES  
Metering mode indicators are displayed on the monitor. The  
metering mode is set in section 2 of the P, A, S, and M menus  
(p. 44).  
Focus mode  
Full-time AF  
Flash mode  
Flash comp.  
Single AF  
On  
Autoflash  
0
Multi-segment metering: uses 256 segments to  
measure luminance and color. This data is combined  
with distance information to calculate the camera  
exposure. This advanced metering system will give  
accurate worry-free exposures in almost all situations.  
Metering mode MultiSegment  
Center weighted: a traditional metering method in film cameras. The system  
measures light values over the entire image area with emphasis given the central  
region.  
Spot metering: uses a small area within the image to  
calculate the exposure. A small circle appears in the  
middle of the live image indicating the measuring area.  
The spot allows precise exposure measurements of a  
particular object without being influenced by extremely  
bright or dark areas within the scene.  
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CAMERA SENSITIVITY - ISO  
Sensitivity  
Digital zoom  
Color mode  
Sharpness  
Contrast  
Auto  
Off  
NaturalColor  
Normal  
Normal  
Five camera sensitivity settings can be selected: Auto, 50,  
100, 200, and 320; the numerical values are based on an  
ISO equivalent. ISO is the standard used to indicate film  
sensitivity: the higher the number, the more sensitive the  
film. Camera sensitivity is set in section 3 of the P, A, S, and  
M menus (p. 44).  
The auto setting automatically adjusts the camera sensitivity to the light conditions  
between ISO 50 and 160. When any other setting than auto is used, “ISO” and the set  
value will be displayed on the monitor.  
A specific sensitivity setting can be selected. As the ISO value doubles, the camera  
sensitivity doubles. Like grain in silver-halide film that increases with speed, noise  
increases with sensitivity in digital imaging; an ISO setting of 50 will have the least noise  
and 320 will have the most. An ISO setting of 320 may allow the camera to be hand-held  
in low-light conditions without the need of a flash.  
FLASH RANGE AND CAMERA SENSITIVITY  
The flash range is measured from the CCD. Because of the optical system, the flash  
range is not the same at the lens’ wide-angle position as it is at the telephoto position.  
ISO setting  
Flash range (wide angle)  
Flash range (telephoto)  
AUTO  
50  
0.57 - 4.7m (1.87 - 15.4ft.)  
0.57 - 2.7m (1.87 - 8.9ft.)  
0.57 - 3.8m (1.87 - 12.4ft.)  
0.57 - 5.3m (1.87 - 17.4ft.)  
0.57 - 6.7m (1.87 - 22.0ft.)  
1.57 - 4.7m (5.15 - 15.4ft.)  
1.57 - 2.7m (5.15 - 8.9ft.)  
1.57 - 3.8m (5.15 - 12.4ft.)  
1.57 - 5.3m (5.15 - 17.4ft.)  
1.57 - 6.7m (5.15 - 22.0ft.)  
100  
200  
320  
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COLOR MODE  
The color mode controls whether a still image is color or  
black and white. This must be set before the image is  
recorded. The color mode is set in section 3 of the P, A,  
S, and M menus and section 2 of the movie menu (p. 44).  
The live image reflects the selected color mode. The  
color mode has no effect on image file size.  
Vivid color  
Black & White  
Sepia  
Natural Color reproduces the colors in the scene  
faithfully. This mode uses no monitor indicator when  
active. Vivid Color increases the saturation of the colors  
in the scene. Black & White produces neutral  
monochrome images. The sepia mode creates warm-  
tone monochrome images.  
CONTRAST  
This function increases or decreases the contrast of the scene in three levels: high (+),  
normal, and low (–). This can be set in section 3 of the P, A, S, and M menus (p. 44). Any  
changes made are applied to the live image. If any level except normal is selected, an  
indicator appears on the monitor as a warning.  
Contrast: normal  
Contrast: low  
Contrast: high  
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SHARPNESS  
Sharpness accents or softens details in an image in three  
levels: hard (+), normal, and soft (–). This can be set in  
section 3 of the P, A, S, and M menus (p. 44).  
Sensitivity  
Digital zoom  
Color mode  
Sharpness  
Contrast  
Auto  
Off  
NaturalColor  
Normal  
Normal  
Any changes made are applied to the live image, but may  
be difficult to see. However, when viewed with a computer,  
the changes will be evident. If any level except normal is  
selected, an indicator appears on the monitor as a warning.  
Normal  
Sharpness: soft  
Sharpness: hard  
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CUSTOM KEY FUNCTION  
The function assigned to the flash-mode button can  
be selected among the flash mode, drive mode,  
white balance, focus mode, color mode, and  
sensitivity. This can be set in section 1 of the P, A, S,  
and M menus (p. 44). The flash mode can also be  
changed in section 2 of the P, A, S, and M menus.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Flash mode  
After selecting the custom key function option on the  
menu, press the central button of the controller to  
display the selection screen. Use the four-way keys  
of the controller to select the function. Press the  
central button of the controller to set the custom key  
function. Pressing the menu button cancels the  
operation without changing the custom key function.  
Flash mode  
Drive mode  
White balance  
Focus mode  
Color mode  
Sensitivity  
Selection screen  
Pressing the flash-mode button changes the function set  
in the menu. Press the central button of the controller or  
press the shutter-release button partway down to apply  
the setting.  
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When selecting the bracketing drive mode, or  
preset white balance, a selection screen  
appears. Use the left/right keys of the controller  
to display the bracketing increment or preset  
white balance, and press the central button of  
the controller to select it.  
:select  
:enter  
When selecting custom white balance, the  
calibration screen appears. Fill the frame with a  
white object and press the central button of the  
controller to calibrate the camera.  
:enter  
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IMAGE SIZE (MOVIE)  
Image size  
Frame rate  
White balance  
Movie mode  
320x240  
15ps  
Auto  
Movies can be recorded at two sizes: 640x480 and  
320x240. The larger the image size, the higher the image  
quality and the larger the file sizes. Image size is set in  
section 1 of the movie menu (p. 44).  
STD. movie  
FRAME RATE  
Movies can be recorded at two frame rates: 15 fps and 30 fps. 640x480 size image can  
only be recorded at 15fps. The higher the frame rate, the smoother the moving image and  
the larger the file sizes. Frame rate is set in section 1 of the movie menu (p. 44).  
MOVIE FILE SIZES  
If image size or frame rate is changed, the frame counter displays the approximate  
number of seconds that can be recorded. The total time that can be recorded is  
determined by the available memory and the recording rate. The actual file size is  
determined by the scene; some subjects can be compressed further than others.  
Approximate recording rate  
Image size  
Frame rate  
640 X 480  
-----  
320 X 240  
670KB/s  
340KB/s  
30 fps  
15 fps  
540KB/s  
Approximate number of seconds that can be stored on internal storage (14.5MB).  
30 fps  
15 fps  
-----  
21 seconds  
43 seconds  
27 seconds  
Approximate number of seconds that can be stored on a 64MB memory card.  
30 fps  
15 fps  
-----  
91 seconds  
116 seconds  
183 seconds  
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The writing speed of the memory card may prematurely end the recording of a movie clip.  
Test the card before important events. Check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest  
compatibility information:  
North America:  
Europe:  
http://kmpi.konicaminolta.us  
http://www.konicaminoltasupport.com.  
MOVIE MODE  
The movie mode option selects the type of movie recorded. Standard produces a normal  
movie clip. Night Movie uses high camera sensitivity to record under low light levels;  
camera sensitivity will automatically increase in low light. Image quality can be lower with  
Night Movies because of the higher sensitivity. The movie mode is set in section 1 of the  
movie menu (p. 44).  
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