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Digital Camera
Operating Manual
To ensure the best performance from your camera, please
read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera.
Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most
out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be
a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera's capabilities.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken with the PENTAX Digital Camera that are for anything other than
personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as
specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are cases where
limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during
demonstrations, performances or of items on display. Images taken with the
purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside the scope of use of
the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also.
Regarding trademarks
PENTAX, Optio and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION.
SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
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other countries.
This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching
enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce
images more faithful to their intentions. Some functions are not available on
printers that are not PRINT Image Matching III compliant.
Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. The PRINT
Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
Regarding Product Registration
In order to serve you better, we request that you complete the product
registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or the
PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation.
Refer to chapter 7 for more information.
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To users of this camera
• Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong
electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as
radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or
affect the product's internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used in the display is manufactured using extremely
high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or
better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate
or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has no effect on the
recorded image.
• If you point the camera toward an object that is bright, a band of light may
appear on the screen display. This phenomenon is referred to as “smear” and
is not a malfunction of the camera.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen in this manual
are different from the actual product.
• In this manual, both an SD Memory Card and an SDHC Memory Card are
referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC or
a Macintosh hereafter.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries used for this
camera and accessories.
We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using
this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked
with the following symbols.
Warning
• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High
voltages are present within the camera, and there is therefore a danger of
electric shocks if the camera is taken apart.
USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY
Warning
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
serious personal injuries.
Caution
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of property.
About the Camera
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• If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for
example, the camera being dropped, please do not under any
circumstances touch such exposed portions, as there is a danger of
receiving an electric shock.
•
Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous. Please
take care that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.
• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other
irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery and
contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the
camera may result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You
may burn yourself.
• Do not discharge the flash while it is touching your clothing as there is a
risk of discoloring.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as
there is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long
periods of time.
• Should the screen display be damaged, be careful of glass fragments.
Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your
eyes or in your mouth.
• Depending on your inherent factors or physical condition, the use of the
camera may cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality,
stop using the camera and get medical attention immediately.
Warning
• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed for
this product, with the specified power and voltage. Using a battery charger
or AC adapter not exclusive to this product, or using the exclusive battery
charger or AC adapter with an unspecified power or voltage can cause a
fire, electric shock, or camera breakdown. The specified voltage is 100 -
240V AC.
• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire or electric
shock.
• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other
abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue use and consult a PENTAX
Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric
shock.
About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter
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• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX
Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric
shock.
• If a thunder storm should occur while using the battery charger, unplug the
AC plug and discontinue use. Continuing to use the product can cause
damage to the equipment, fire, or electric shock.
• Wipe off the plug of the AC plug if it becomes covered with dust. Dust on
the plug may cause a fire.
Caution
• Do not plug or unplug the AC plug with wet hands. This can cause an
electric shock.
• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause
equipment breakdown.
• Do not use the battery charger to charge a battery other than a
rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI108. Attempting to charge other types
of batteries may cause an explosion, or heating, or may damage the
battery charger.
• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only a CSA/UL certified power supply
cord set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper,
one end with a molded-on male attachment plug cap (with a specified
NEMA configuration), and the other is provided with a molded-on female
connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or
the equivalent.
Warning
• Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of small children. Placing it in
their mouths may cause an electric shock.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, it
may cause a loss of sight. Flush your eyes with clean water and get
medical attention immediately. Do not rub them.
Caution
• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may
cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an
explosion or leakage.
About the Battery
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• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or
begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and -
contacts of the battery.
• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. This can cause an
explosion or fire.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes,
wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Precautions for D-LI108 Battery Usage:
BATTERY MAY EXPLODE OR FIRE IF MISTREATED.
- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.
- DO NOT CHARGE EXCEPT SPECIFIED CHARGING CONDITION.
- DO NOT HEAT ABOVE 140°F / 60°C, OR SHORT CIRCUIT.
- DO NOT CRUSH OR MODIFY.
Warning
• Be sure to keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of small
children.
1. Injuries may result from the product falling or from unexpected movement.
2. Suffocation may result from wrapping the strap around the neck.
3. Small accessories such as battery or an SD Memory Card may be
swallowed. Seek medical attention immediately if an accessory is
accidentally swallowed.
• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included
in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.
•
When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still
working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a
wedding or when traveling). Contents of the recording cannot be guaranteed if
recording, playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible
due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc.
Keep the Camera and Accessories Out of the Reach of Small
Children
Care to be Taken During Handling
Before Using Your Camera
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• Storing the battery fully charged may decrease the battery performance.
Avoid storing in high temperatures.
• If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time, the
battery will over-discharge and shorten the battery’s usage span.
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is
recommended.
• The lens on this camera is not interchangeable. The lens is not removable.
• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not
leave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.
• As this camera is not waterproof, do not use the camera where it may come
in contact with rain, water or any other liquid.
• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a
cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles,
or ships. If the camera is subjected to strong vibrations, shocks or
pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and
have it checked.
• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F).
• The monitor may appear black under high temperatures, but will return to
normal as temperatures normalize.
•
The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low
temperatures. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.
•
Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and
outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, and
remove it after temperature of the camera and surroundings are equalized.
• Be careful not to allow dirt, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases or salt to
enter the camera as this may damage the camera. Wipe away any
raindrops or water droplets and allow the camera to dry.
• Please do not press forcefully on the display. This could cause breakage
or malfunction.
• Be careful not to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as this may
damage the exterior of the camera or the display.
• When using a tripod with the camera, be careful not to overtighten the
screw in the tripod socket on the camera.
About the Battery and Charger
Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera
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• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or
benzine.
• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a
spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.
• Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high
temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera.
Remove the camera from its case and store it in a dry and well-ventilated
location.
• Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain
high performance.
• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.39) regarding
the SD Memory Card.
• Please note that deleting images, or formatting the SD Memory Cards or
the built-in memory does not completely erase the original data. Deleted
files can sometimes be recovered using commercially available software.
It is the user’s responsibility to ensure the privacy of such data.
Cleaning Your Camera
Storing Your Camera
Other Precautions
Memo
7
8
USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY....................................................1
Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................4
Contents ...........................................................................................8
Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................13
Camera Features.................................................................................14
Checking the Contents of the Package ..........................................17
Names of Parts...............................................................................18
Names of Operating Parts ..............................................................19
Monitor Indications .........................................................................20
Getting Started 27
Attaching the Strap.............................................................................28
Dress-up the Camera..........................................................................29
Powering the Camera .........................................................................31
Charging the Battery.......................................................................31
Installing the Battery.......................................................................32
Using the AC Adapter.....................................................................35
Installing the SD Memory Card..........................................................37
Number of Images Recordable on an SD Memory Card................40
Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................41
Starting-up in the Playback Mode...................................................42
Initial Settings .....................................................................................43
Setting the Display Language.........................................................43
Setting the Date and Time..............................................................47
Common Operations 49
Understanding the Button Functions ...............................................50
A Mode .........................................................................................50
Q Mode ........................................................................................52
Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode...................................54
Setting the Camera Functions ...........................................................55
Operating the Menus ......................................................................55
Menu List ........................................................................................59
Taking Pictures 61
Taking Still Pictures............................................................................62
Taking Pictures...............................................................................62
Setting the Shooting Mode .............................................................65
Using the Face Detection Function ................................................67
Contents
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Taking Pictures Automatically (Auto Picture Mode) .......................69
Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings (Program Mode) ..............70
Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode) ..........................72
Using the Zoom ..............................................................................73
Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene/Night Scene Portrait/
Digital SR/Sunset/Candlelight Mode).......................................76
Taking Pictures of People (Half-length Portrait/ Portrait/
Natural Skin Tone Mode) .........................................................77
Taking Pictures of Children (Kids Mode) ........................................78
Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) .........................................79
Taking Pictures of Sports and Leisure Activities (Surf & Snow/
Sport Mode) .............................................................................80
Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode) ..............................................82
Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode)..........................83
Using the Self-timer ........................................................................85
Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/Burst Shooting/
16-frame Shooting Mode) ........................................................86
Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode)....................89
Setting the Shooting Functions.........................................................92
Selecting the Flash Mode...............................................................92
Selecting the Focus Mode ..............................................................94
Selecting the Recorded Pixels........................................................96
Adjusting the White Balance...........................................................98
Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)......................................99
Correcting the Shadows ...............................................................100
Setting the Sensitivity ...................................................................101
Setting the Digital Blur Removal Function....................................102
Setting the Date Imprint Function .................................................103
Calling Up a Specific Function......................................................104
Recording Movies .............................................................................106
Recording a Movie........................................................................106
Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies ....................................108
Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function............109
Saving the Settings (Memory) .........................................................110
Playing Back and Deleting Images 113
Playing Back Images ........................................................................114
Playing Back Still Pictures ............................................................114
Playing Back a Movie ...................................................................115
Four-Image Display, Nine-Image Display, Folder Display and
Calendar Display....................................................................116
Using the Playback Function........................................................118
Slideshow .....................................................................................120
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Rotating the Image .......................................................................122
Zoom Playback.............................................................................123
Zoom In on the Subject’s Face Automatically (Face Close-up
Playback) ...............................................................................124
Deleting Images ................................................................................125
Deleting a Single Image ...............................................................125
Deleting Selected Images.............................................................126
Deleting All Images.......................................................................128
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ...................................129
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment......................................132
Editing and Printing Images 135
Editing Images ..................................................................................136
Changing the Image Size (Resize)...............................................136
Cropping Images ..........................................................................137
Processing Images to Make Faces Look Smaller ........................139
Processing Images to Smooth Blemishes on the Skin .................140
Using the Digital Filters.................................................................142
Compensating for an Unwanted Red-eye Effect ..........................146
Adding a Frame (Frame Composite) ............................................147
Editing Movies ..............................................................................150
Copying Images............................................................................153
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)................................................155
Printing Single Images..................................................................155
Printing All Images........................................................................157
Settings 159
Camera Settings................................................................................160
Formatting an SD Memory Card/built-in memory .........................160
Changing the Sound Settings.......................................................161
Changing the Date and Time........................................................162
Setting the World Time.................................................................165
Changing the Display Language ..................................................167
Changing the Naming System of the Folder.................................168
Changing the Video Output Format..............................................169
Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ........................................170
Using the Power Saving Function ................................................171
Setting the Auto Power Off Function ............................................172
Changing the Start-up Screen ......................................................173
Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................174
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Viewing Images on a Computer 177
Setting Up Your Computer...............................................................178
Provided Software ........................................................................178
System Requirements ..................................................................178
Installing the Software ..................................................................180
Setting the USB Connection Mode...............................................183
Connecting to Your Computer.........................................................185
Connecting the Camera and Your Computer ...............................185
Transferring Images .....................................................................186
Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer..........................189
Starting “MediaImpression” ..........................................................190
Details on How to Use “MediaImpression” ................................... 192
Appendix 193
Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode................................194
Messages...........................................................................................196
Troubleshooting................................................................................198
Default Settings.................................................................................200
List of World Time Cities..................................................................204
Optional Accessories .......................................................................205
Main Specifications ..........................................................................206
WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................210
Index...................................................................................................216
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In this manual, the method for operating the four-way controller is shown
in illustrations, such as in the ones below.
The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating Manual are
explained below.
1
indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the
related operation.
indicates information that is useful to know.
indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.
A mode
This is the mode for capturing still pictures and recording movies.
In this manual, the mode for taking still pictures is referred to as
the “Still Picture Capture Mode” and the mode for recording
movies is referred to as the “C mode”.
Q mode
This is the mode for viewing still pictures and playing back
movies.
4
or
3
or
5
or
2
or
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This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.
Composition of the Operating Manual
1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camera
before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the
instructions.
2 Common Operations ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains common operations such as the functions of the
buttons and how to use the menus. For more details, refer to the respective
chapters below.
3 Taking Pictures ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains the various ways of capturing images and how to set
the relevant functions.
4 Playing Back and Deleting Images–––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains how to view still pictures and movies on the camera
or on a TV and how to delete them from the camera.
5 Editing and Printing Images ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains the various ways of printing still pictures and how to
edit images with the camera. For information on transferring images to a
computer and installing the provided application software, see “Connecting
with Computers” in chapter 7. For details on editing and printing images on
a computer, see the Help menu of the application software.
6 Settings –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains how to set the camera-related functions.
7 Viewing Images on a Computer –––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains how to connect the camera to your computer, install
the supplied CD-ROM S-SW116, etc.
8 Appendix––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter deals with troubleshooting and lists the optional accessories.
1
3
2
4
5
6
7
8
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Camera Features
In addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio RS1500 has a variety of
shooting modes to suit different situations. This section describes how to
make the most of the key features of your camera. Together with the
explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to enjoy your camera
to the full.
The Optio RS1500 has a shake reduction function to reduce camera
shake during movie recording (p.109).
The Optio RS1500 comes with a “Face Detection” function that spots the
faces in your shot and automatically adjusts the focus and exposure for
the faces. It can detect up to 10 people per shot (*), so it will help you
take perfect group shots too. It will automatically release the shutter
when people are smiling, so you can always get the best shot. It also has
a feature that lets you enlarge each person’s face in sequence during
playback so you can quickly check their facial expressions.
* Up to 10 face detection frames are displayed on the monitor.
Advanced Movie Recording and Picture Taking
Functions
Perfect for Portrait Shots!
Use the camera to shoot fun-filled movies of your
children or pets as a visual diary of their development
(p.106).
Face Detection function (p.67)
Modes for taking stunning pictures of people (p.77)
Face Close-up Playback for easy checking during
playback (p.124)
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When you take a picture with the Optio
RS1500, you can choose from a wide
range of fun frames to create attractive
framed shots (p.83). You can also add
frames to pictures you have taken and
adjust the position of the subject in the
picture or reduce or enlarge the picture
size to match the frame shape and size.
Now you no longer have to worry about
the subject not fitting into the frame
(p.147).
The user-friendly design of the Optio
RS1500 enables easy operation with
only a few buttons. Simply by choosing
the appropriate icon, you can select
the shooting mode (p.65) and choose
the optimal settings for the situation, or
the playback mode (p.118, p.136) and
enjoy the various playback and editing
functions. A guide on the display lets
you check the functions available in
each mode and how to use them.
Add Various Frames to Your Pictures!
Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback
Functions!
For decorating your pictures
with a frame.
A shooting mode guide is displayed in the Capture Mode
Palette and a playback mode guide in the Playback Mode
Palette (p.65, p.118).
Use the Green Mode to take pictures easily using
standard settings (p.72).
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With the Optio RS1500, you can display recorded images by date in
calendar format (p.117). This lets you quickly find the image you want to
play back.
The Optio RS1500 has a variety of
functions to let you enjoy playing back
and editing images without having to
connect the camera to your computer
and transfer the images first. The
camera is all you need to take and edit
still pictures and movies(p.136).
Display Images in Calendar Format!
A multitude of functions inside the camera for
enjoying images without a Computer!
Resize (p.136), Cropping (p.137) and Red-eye
Compensation (p.146) can be used, while the image is
displayed in the playback mode.
You can divide a movie into two or select a frame from a
movie to save as a still picture (p.150).
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Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.
For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.205).
Checking the Contents of the Package
Camera
Optio RS1500
Strap
O-ST86 (*)
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW116
USB cable
I-USB98 (*)
Rechargeable lithium-ion
battery D-LI108 (*)
Battery charger
D-BC108 (*)
Alternative Skins Lens Ring O-LR1 Operating Manual
(this manual)
Quick Guide
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Front
Back
Names of Parts
Self-timer lamp
Flash
Lens
Tripod socket
Battery/card cover
Microphone
Tripod socket
Speaker
Lens ring
Front panel
Display
Shutter release button
Power switch
Strap lug
PC/AV terminal
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Names of Operating Parts
Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.50 - p.53) for an
explanation of the function of each button.
Shutter release button
4/W button
3 button
Four-way controller
Green/i button
Zoom/f/y button
Q button
Power switch
I button
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The display shows information such as the camera settings in the
capture mode.
The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the
4/W button: Normal Display, Detailed Display, No Info.
Monitor Indications
Display in A Mode
•
When the shooting mode is set to
9
(Green)
mode, the monitor display is as shown on the
right. You cannot change the information on the
display by pressing the
4
/
W
button.
• While shooting in C (Movie) mode, you
cannot change the information on the display
by pressing the 4/W button.
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Detailed Display
No Info
Normal Display
38
3 8
38
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Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode
* 5 and 6 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
* As to 9, when the focus mode is set to = and the Auto-Macro function
is activated, the q appears on the display (p.94).
* Some indications may not appear depending on the shooting mode.
1 Shooting mode (p.65) 10
Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom icon
(p.73)
2 Face Detection icon (p.67)
3
Shadow Correction icon
(p.100)
11 Memory status (p.41)
12 Remaining image storage capacity
4
Digital Blur Removal icon
(p.102)
13 Battery level indicator (p.34)
14 Focus frame (p.62)
5 Shutter speed 15 Date and time (p.47)
6 Aperture 16 EV Compensation (p.99)
7 Flash mode (p.92) 17 Date Imprint setting (p.103)
8 Drive mode (p.85, p.86) 18 World time setting (p.165)
9 Focus mode (p.94)
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Detailed Display/No Info Display in Still Picture Capture Mode
A1 to A16 and B1 appear when “Detailed Display” is selected. Only B1
appears when “No Info” is selected.
* B2 and B3 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed
halfway.
* When the shooting mode is b (Auto Picture) and if you press the
shutter release button halfway, the selected shooting mode appears in
A1 even when “No Info” is selected (p.69).
* Some indications may not appear depending on the shooting mode.
A1 Shooting mode (p.65) A10
Remaining image storage
capacity
A2 Face Detection icon (p.67)
A3
Shadow Correction icon (p.100)
A11 Battery level indicator (p.34)
A4
Digital Blur Removal icon (p.102)
A12 Recorded pixels (p.96)
A5 Flash mode (p.92) A13 White Balance (p.98)
A6 Drive mode (p.85, p.86) A14 Sensitivity (p.101)
A7 Focus mode (p.94) A15 EV Compensation (p.99)
A8
Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom
icon (p.73)
A16 Date Imprint setting (p.103)
B1 Focus frame (p.62)
A9 Memory status (p.41) B2 Shutter s
peed
B3 Aperture
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AWB
AWB
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A2
A3
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B2
A4
B3
A15 A16
A13
A14
A12
A11
A10
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The display shows the shooting information of the image in Q mode.
The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the
4/W button: Normal Display, Detailed Display, No Info.
Display in Q Mode
OK
OK
OK
F2.6
1/1000
F2.6
1/1000
14:25
14:25
100
-
0026100
-
0026
F3.5
1/250
F3.5
1/250
1 0/ 1 0 /2 0 1 0
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14:25
14:25
200200
14
M
100
-
0026100
-
0026
Edit
Edit
Edit
1 0/ 1 0 /2 0 1 0
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AWB
A WB
AWB
Normal Display
Detailed Display
No Info
24
Normal Display/Detailed Display in Still Picture Playback Mode
(All of the display items are displayed here for explanatory purposes.)
The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. A1 to
A10 appear when
“
Normal Display
”
or “
Detailed Display”
is selected. B1
to B5 appear only when “
Detailed Display”
is selected.
* A2 appears only if the Face Detection function worked when the image
was shot.
* In “Normal Display
”
, A7 and A9 disappear if no operation is performed
for two seconds.
* A8 appears only when the volume is being adjusted during playback of
movies. (p.115)
* A10 appears even when “No Info” is selected, but disappears if no
operation is performed for two seconds. When no operation is
performed for two seconds in “Normal Display” or “Detailed Display”,
only “Edit” disappears.
A1 Playback mode A8 Volume icon
Q : Still Picture Playback
Mode (p.118)
A9 Captured date and time (p.47)
A10 Four-way controller guide
A2 Face Detection icon (p.67) B1 Recorded pixels (p.96)
A3 Protect icon (p.129) B2 White Balance (
p.98
)
A4 Memory status (p.41) B3 Sensitivity (p.101)
A5 Folder number (p.168) B4 Shutter speed
A6 File number B5 Aperture
A7 Battery level indicator (p.34)
F3.5
1/250
F3.5
1/250
100
-
0038100
-
0038
14:2514:25
200200
Edit
14
M
1 0 / 10 / 20 1 0
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AWB
AWB
AWB
A
1
A7
A9
A10
A5
A6
B2
B3
B4
B5
B1
A
2
A8
A3 A4
25
A guide indication for each available button/key operation appears as
follows on the display during operation.
Guide Indications
Four-way controller (2) 2 Zoom button
Four-way controller (3) 3
4/W button
Four-way controller (4) 4 Shutter release button
Four-way controller (5) 5
Green/i button X/i
3 button
I button I/
J
OK
SHUTTER
MENU
Memo
26
1 Getting Started
Attaching the Strap ................................... 28
Dress-up the Camera ................................ 29
Powering the Camera ............................... 31
Installing the SD Memory Card ................ 37
Turning the Camera On and Off .............. 41
Initial Settings ........................................... 43
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Attaching the Strap
Attach the strap (O-ST86) supplied with the camera.
1
Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug.
2
Pass the other end of the strap through the loop and
pull tight.
2
1
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Dress-up the Camera
The Alternative Skins are supplied with the camera. You can choose a
desired sheet and put it on the front of the camera to dress up.
* At shipment, the transparent film for protection is sticked. Peel off the film when
you use the camera.
1
Remove the lens ring.
Put the camera on the flat surface and detach the lens ring following
the direction of arrow 1.
2
Remove the front panel.
3
Put on a Alternative Skin.
Take care not to lose the lens ring.
4
1
5
2
Alternative Skin
Front panel (*)
Lens Ring
3
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4
Put on a front panel.
5
Attach the lens ring.
Replace the lens ring removed in Step1.
Put the camera on the flat surface, fit the lens ring to the camera in its
designated position, snap the lens ring along the groove.
• Be sure to attach the front panel when you use the camera.
• When attaching the lens ring, take care not to press against the
monitor with your hand. This may cause the monitor to crack.
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Powering the Camera
Use the supplied battery charger (D-BC108) to charge the supplied
rechargeable lithium-ion battery (D-LI108) before using it in the camera
for the first time or after a long period of non-use, or when the [Battery
depleted] message appears.
1
Plug the AC plug into the power outlet.
2
Place the battery in the battery charger so that the
PENTAX logo is facing up.
The charging indicator lights red while the battery is charging and
lights green when charging is finished.
3
Remove the battery from the battery charger when
charging is finished.
Charging the Battery
CHARGE
CHA
2
1
Battery charger
Charging indicator
While charging: Lights (Red)
Charging finished: Lights (Green)
Battery
To power
outlet
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Use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI108 that is provided with
the camera. Charge the battery before using it in the camera for the first
time.
1
Open the battery/card cover.
Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by the arrow 1
and flip the cover open 2.
• Do not use the supplied battery charger (D-BC108) to charge batteries
other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI108, as the battery
charger may overheat or be damaged.
• The battery has reached the end of its service life when it starts to run
down soon after being charged. Replace it with a new battery.
• If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator fails to
light, the battery may be faulty. Replace it with a new battery.
The time required to fully charge the battery is about 120 minutes (max.).
(The charging time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and
charging conditions.) The appropriate ambient temperature for charging
the battery is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
Installing the Battery
3
Battery/
card cover
Battery lock lever
Battery
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2
Press the battery lock lever in the direction of 3 and
insert the battery so that the PENTAX logo is facing
toward the screen display.
Match the marks on the battery to the marks inside the battery
compartment and push the battery in until it is locked in place.
3
Close the battery/card cover.
Close the battery/card cover and slide it inward.
1
Open the battery/card cover.
2
Press the battery lock lever in the direction of 3.
The battery will be ejected. Take care not to drop the battery when
removing it.
Make sure that the battery is inserted with the PENTAX logo facing
toward the screen display. If the battery is incorrectly oriented,
malfunction may result.
Removing the Battery
• This camera uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI108. Use of
any other type of battery may damage the camera and cause a
malfunction.
• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is incorrectly oriented,
malfunction may result.
• Do not remove the battery while the camera is turned on.
• When storing the battery for more than 6 months, charge the battery
for 30 minutes using the battery charger and store the battery
separately.
Be sure to recharge the battery every 6 to 12 months. Storing the
battery at or below room temperature is ideal. Avoid storing it at high
temperature.
• The date and time may be returned to the default setting if the camera
is left without the battery for a long time.
• Be careful as the camera or the battery may become hot when the
camera is used continuously for a long period of time.
Use the AC adapter kit K-AC119 (optional) if you intend to use the
camera for a long time. (p.35)
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Recordable Image No., Movie Recording Time, and Playback Time
(at 23
°
C with the display on and the battery fully charged)
*1 Recording capacity shows approximate number of shots recorded during
CIPA-compliant testing (with display on, flash used for 50% of the shots, and
23 degrees centigrade). Actual performance may vary according to operating
conditions.
*2 According to the result of in-house testing.
Battery Level Indicator
You can check the battery level by the indicator on the display.
Recordable Image No.
*1
(flash used for 50% of shots)
Movie Recording
Time
*2
Playback Time
*2
Approx. 210 pictures Approx. 70 min. Approx. 260 min.
• In general, battery performance may temporarily deteriorate as the
temperature decreases.
• Be sure to take a spare battery with you when traveling abroad or to a
cold region, or if you intend to take a lot of pictures.
Screen Display Battery Status
(green) Adequate power remains.
(green) Battery is running low.
(yellow) Battery is running very low.
(red) Battery is exhausted.
[Battery depleted] The camera will turn off after this message appears.
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Use of the AC adapter kit K-AC119 (available in the near future) with a
household power supply is recommended if you intend to use the
camera for a long time or connect it to a computer.
1
Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the
battery/card cover.
2
Remove the battery.
Refer to p.32 - p.33 on how to open/close the battery/card cover and
remove the battery.
3
Insert the DC coupler while holding down the battery
lock lever.
Confirm the DC coupler is locked in place.
4
Extract the DC coupler cord.
Pull out the tab at the joint of the camera and the battery/card cover so
that the DC coupler cord is extracted from there.
5
Close the battery/card cover.
Using the AC Adapter
AC plug cord
AC adapter
DC coupler
DC terminal
DC coupler cable
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6
Connect the DC terminal of the AC adapter to the DC
terminal of the DC coupler.
7
Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.
8
Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
• Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or
disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Make sure that the AC plug cord and the DC terminal connecting the
AC adapter to the camera are inserted securely. Data may be lost if
either becomes disconnected while data is being recorded on the SD
Memory Card or the built-in memory.
• Use the AC adapter with due care to avoid fire or electric shock.
Be sure to read “About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter” (p.2)
before using the AC adapter.
• Be sure to read the operation manual accompanying the AC adapter
kit K-AC119 before using the adapter.
• When connecting the AC adapter, you cannot set the camera upright
on the table because the cord from the DC coupler comes out of the
bottom of the camera. Additionally, do not place the camera with the
lens facing down because the lens extends when the camera turns on.
Hold the camera in your hand or use a tripod when using the AC
adapter.
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Installing the SD Memory Card
This camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card.
(Both cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.) Captured
images are saved on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted in the
camera. They are saved in the built-in memory if a card is not inserted
(p.41).
• Be sure to use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory
Card that is unused or has been used in other cameras or digital
devices. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card/built-in
memory” (p.160) for instructions on formatting.
• Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing
the SD Memory Card.
The still picture storage capacity varies depending on the capacity of the
SD Memory Card and the selected number of recorded pixels (p.40).
Backing Up Data
The camera may not be able to access data in the built-in memory in the case
of a malfunction. Use a computer or other device to back up important data in
another location.
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1
Open the battery/card cover.
Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by the arrow 1
and flip the cover open 2.
2
Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card
socket so that the label is facing toward the front of the
camera (the side with the lens).
Push the card in until it clicks. Images may not be recorded correctly if
the card is not inserted all the way.
3
Close the battery/card cover and slide it in the opposite
direction of 1.
1
Open the battery/card cover.
2
Push the card into the SD Memory Card socket to eject
it.
Pull the card out.
To Remove the SD Memory Card
SD Memory Card socket
Battery/
card cover
SD Memory Card
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Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card
• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-
protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK
prevents new data from being recorded on the
card, the stored data from being deleted, and
the card from being formatted by the camera or
computer.
r appears on the display when the card is
write-protected.
• Care should be taken when removing the SD Memory Card immediately after
using the camera, as the card may be hot.
•
Keep the card cover closed and d
o not remove the SD Memory Card or turn
the camera off while images are being played back or saved to the card, or
the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable, as this may
cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away
from water and store away from high temperature.
•
Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage the
card and render it unusable.
• The data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following
circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that is deleted
(1) when the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
(2) when the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical
interference.
(3) when the card has not been used for a long time.
(4) when the card is ejected or the battery is removed while the data on the
card is being recorded or accessed.
• If it is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable.
Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a computer.
• Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity or
electrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed
to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.
• When using an SD Memory Card with a slow recording speed, recording may
stop while you are taking movies even when there is adequate space in the
memory, or shooting and playback may take a long time.
• Be sure to format an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on
another camera. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card/built-in memory”
(p.160).
Write-protect
switch
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The file sizes of the recorded images vary depending on the number of
recorded pixels of the images, so the number of images that can be
saved on an SD Memory Card also varies.
Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels for still pictures on the
[A Rec.Mode] menu.
Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels in [Movie] on the [A
Rec.Mode] menu.
For an approximate guide to the number of images or the length of
recorded movies that can be saved on an SD Memory Card, see “Main
Specifications” (p.207).
Number of Images Recordable on an SD Memory
Card
Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.96
Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies 1p.108
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Turning the Camera On and Off
1
Press the power switch.
The camera turns on and the display turns on.
When you turn the camera on, the lens cover opens and the lens
extends.
If the [Language/ ] screen or [Date Adjustment] screen appears
when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure on p.43 to set the
display language and/or current date and time.
2
Press the power switch again.
The display turns off, the lens closes, and the camera turns off.
The memory card is checked when the camera
turns on and the memory status is displayed.
a : The SD Memory Card is inserted.
Images will be saved on the SD
Memory Card.
+: The SD Memory Card is not inserted.
Images will be saved in the built-in
memory.
r : The write-protect switch on the SD
Memory Card is in the LOCK position (p.39).
Images cannot be recorded.
Taking Still Pictures 1p.62
Checking the Memory Card
Power switch
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Memory status
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Use this mode when you want to play back an image straightaway
without taking any pictures.
1
Press the power switch while holding down the Q
button.
The display turns on with the lens retracted and the camera turns on
in the playback mode.
Starting-up in the Playback Mode
To switch from the playback mode to the capture mode, press the Q
button or press the shutter release button halfway.
Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.114
Q button
Power switch
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Initial Settings
The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for
the first time. Perform the operations in “Setting the Display Language”
below to set the language, and in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.47) to
set the current date and time.
1
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose the desired
display language.
Language, Date, and Time can be changed later. Refer to the pages
below for instructions.
• To change the language, follow the steps in “Changing the Display
Language” (1p.167).
• To change the date and time, follow the steps in “Changing the Date
and Time” (1p.162).
Setting the Display Language
Four-way controller
4 button
3 button
MENU
Cancel
English
Nederlands
Svenska
Italiano
Dansk
OK
Deutsch
Polski
Magyar
Suomi
OK
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2
Press the 4 button.
The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the
selected language. If the desired settings
for [Hometown] and [DST] (Daylight Saving
Time) appear, press the four-way controller
(3) twice to select [Settings complete] and
press the 4 button to display the [Date
Adjustment] screen. Go to “Setting the Date
and Time” (p.47).
Go to Step 3 in “To Set Hometown and
DST” (p.46) if the desired settings do not appear.
Initial Setting
MENU
Cancel
Settings complete
English
DST
OFF
OFF
OFF
Hometown
New York
Daylight saving time
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If you accidentally select another language and go to the next procedure,
perform the following operation to set the language back.
When Another Language Has Been Inadvertently Selected
1
Press the four-way controller (5).
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the
language and press the 4 button.
The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the selected language.
When the Screen After Step 2 Appears in Another Language
1
Press the 4 button.
2
Press the 3 button.
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
4
Use the four-way controller (32) to select [Language/
].
5
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Language/ ] screen appears.
6
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the
language.
7
Press the 4 button.
The [W Setting] menu appears in the selected language.
The language is now switched to your desired language. To reset [Hometown],
[Date] and [Time], refer to the pages below for instructions.
• To change [Hometown], follow the steps in “Setting the World Time”
(1p.165).
• To change the [Date] and [Time], follow the steps in “Changing the Date and
Time” (1p.162).
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3
Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [Hometown].
4
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Hometown] screen appears.
5
Use the four-way controller (45)
to choose a city.
6
Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time).
7
Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or
P (Off).
8
Press the 4 button.
The [Initial Setting] screen appears.
9
Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings
complete].
10
Press the 4 button.
The [Date Adjustment] screen appears. Next, set the date and time.
To Set Hometown and DST
Initial Setting
MENU
Cancel
English
Hometown
New York
Settings complete
Hometown
City New York
DST
MENU
Cancel
OK
OK
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Set the current date and time and the display style.
1
Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy].
2
Use the four-way controller (23)
to choose the date format.
Choose from [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or
[yy/mm/dd].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame moves to [24h].
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [24h] (24-hour display) or
[12h] (12-hour display).
5
Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame returns to [Date Format].
6
Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [Date].
7
Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame moves to the month.
Setting the Date and Time
MENU
Date Adjustment
Cancel
Date Format
D ate
Time
Settings complete
mm dd yy
01/01/2011
00:00
/ / 24h
MENUMENU
Date Adjustment
Cancel
Date Format
Date
Time
Settings complete
01/01/2011
00:00
mm dd yy//
24h
MENU
Date Adjustment
Cancel
Date Format
D ate
Time
Settings complete
01/01/2011
00:00
mm dd yy/ / 24h
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8
Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the month.
Change the day and year in the same
manner.
Next, change the time.
If you selected [12h] in Step 4, the setting
switches between am and pm
corresponding to the time.
9
Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings
complete].
10
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status.
[Language/ ], [Date], [Time], [Hometown], and [DST] can be
changed. Refer to the pages below for instructions.
• To change the language, follow the steps in “Changing the Display
Language” (1p.167).
• To change the date and time, follow the steps in “Changing the Date
and Time” (1p.162).
• To change the city or turn DST on and off, follow the steps in “Setting
the World Time” (1p.165).
When the [Initial Setting] or [Date Adjustment] screen is displayed, you
can cancel the setting operation and switch to the capture mode by
pressing the 3 button. In this case, the [Initial Setting] screen will
appear next time you turn the camera on.
If you press the 4 button in Step 10, the camera clock is reset to 00
seconds. To set the exact time, press the 4 button when the time
signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds.
The video output format (NTSC/PAL) is set to the format of the city selected in
[Hometown] on the [Initial Setting] screen. Refer to “List of World Time Cities”
(p.204) for the video output format of each city that is set at the time of the initial
setting, and “Changing the Video Output Format” (p.169) for changing the video
output format.
MENU
Date Adjustment
Cancel
Date Format
Date
Time
Settings complete
00:00
mm dd yy/ / 24h
01/01/2011
2 Common Operations
Understanding the Button Functions ..... 50
Setting the Camera Functions ................. 55
50
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Common Operations
Understanding the Button Functions
1 Power switch
Turns the camera on and off (p.41).
2 Shutter release button
Focuses the camera on the subject when pressed halfway in Still
Picture Capture Mode (except in 3 and s modes).
Takes a still picture when pressed down fully (p.63).
Starts and stops movie recording in C (Movie) mode (p.106).
3 Zoom button
Changes the captured area (p.73).
4 Q button
Switches to the Q mode (p.54).
5 I button
Switches the Face Detection function (p.67). The Face Detection function
is switched as follows each time the
I
button is pressed:
Smile Capture
´
Face Detection Off
´
Face Detection On
A Mode
2
4
5
6
8
9
7
3
1
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6 Four-way controller
(2) Changes the drive mode (p.85, p.86).
(3) Displays the Capture Mode Palette (p.65).
(4) Changes the flash mode (p.92).
(5) Changes the focus mode (p.94).
7 4/W button
Changes the information on the display (p.20).
8 Green button
Switches to the 9 (Green) mode (p.72).
Calls up the assigned function (p.104).
9 3 button
Displays the [A Rec.Mode] menu (p.55).
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1 Power switch
Turns the camera on and off (p.41).
2 Shutter release button
Switches to A mode (p.54).
3 Zoom/f/y button
Press f during single-image display to change to four-image display,
and press f again to change to nine-image display. Returns to the
previous display when y is pressed (p.116).
Enlarges the image when y is pressed during single-image display.
Returns to the previous display when f is pressed (p.123).
Press f during nine-image display to change to folder or calendar
display (p.117).
Press y during folder display to change to the normal nine-image
display (p.117).
Press y during calendar display to change to the normal nine-image
display (p.117).
Adjusts the volume during playback of movies (p.115).
4 Q button
Switches to A mode (p.54).
Q Mode
2
4
5
6
8
9
7
3
1
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Common Operations
5 I button
Zooms in on the subjects’ faces in a face-detected image in the order
the faces were detected when the picture was taken. (Face Close-up
Playback)
(p.124)
.
6 Four-way controller
(
2
) Plays back and pauses a movie (p.115).
(
3
) Displays the Playback Mode Palette (p.118).
Stops a movie during playback (p.115).
(
45
) Displays the previous or next image during single-image
display (p.114).
Frame forwards, frame reverses, plays back in reverse, plays
back normally, plays back in fast-forward, and plays back in
reverse fast-forward when playing back movies (p.115).
(
2345
) Moves the display area during zoom display (p.123).
Selects an image in four-image/nine-image display, a folder in
folder display, and a date in calendar display (p.116, p.117).
Moves the image when using the Frame Composite function
(p.147).
7 4/W button
Changes the information on the display (p.20).
Returns zoom display or four-image/nine-image display to single-
image display (p.116, p.123).
Changes to nine-image display of the selected folder during folder
display (p.117).
Changes to single-image display of the selected date during calendar
display (p.117).
8 Green/i button
Switches from single-image display to the Delete screen (p.125).
Switches from four-image/nine-image display to the Select & Delete
screen (p.126).
Switches from folder display to the calendar display screen (p.117).
Switches from calendar display to the folder display screen (p.117).
Saves the paused frame as a single image during the playback of a series
of successive images taken with 16-frame shooting function. (p.115)
9 3 button
Displays the [W Setting] menu during single-image display (p.55).
Returns to single-image display during Playback Mode Palette display (p.118).
Returns zoom display or four-image/nine-image display to single-
image display (p.116).
Changes to nine-image display of the selected folder during folder
display (p.117).
Changes to nine-image display of the selected date during calendar
display (p.117).
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In this manual, the capture mode, such as for taking still pictures, is referred
to as “
A
mode” (the capture mode). The playback mode, such as for
displaying captured images on the display, is referred to as “
Q
mode” (the
playback mode). In
Q
mode, you can perform simple editing operations on
the images that are played back.
Follow the procedure below to switch between A mode and Q mode.
1
Press the Q button.
The camera switches to Q mode.
1
Press the Q button or the shutter release button
halfway.
The camera switches to A mode.
Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode
To Switch from A Mode to Q Mode
To Switch from Q Mode to A Mode
Displaying data stored in the built-in memory
When an SD Memory Card is inserted in the camera, images and
movies on the SD Memory Card are displayed. If you want to display
images and movies in the built-in memory, turn the camera off and
remove the SD Memory Card, or follow the procedure below to use the
“Built-in memory display” function.
Viewing images in the built-in memory while the SD Memory Card is
inserted (built-in memory display)
• When you press and hold down the Q button for more than 1.2 seconds
in A mode or while a menu is being displayed, the lens is retracted. After
the message [Plays back stored images in the built-in memory] appears,
images and movies stored in the built-in memory are displayed.
•
In the built-in memory display, you can play back still pictures (including
enlarged display) (p.114, p.123) and movies (p.115), and switch between four-
image display, nine-image display, folder display, and calendar display (p.116).
• In the built-in memory display, you cannot delete data, delete a selection,
display the Playback Mode Palette, or display the menu. If you want to
perform any of these operations on images or movies in the built-in
memory, do so after removing the SD Memory Card.
Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing
the SD Memory Card.
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Setting the Camera Functions
To change the camera settings, press the 3 button to display the
[A Rec.Mode] menu or [W Setting] menu. Menus for playing back and
editing images are displayed from the Playback Mode Palette.
Press the 3 button in A mode to display the [A Rec.Mode] menu.
Press the 3 button in Q mode to display the [W Setting] menu.
Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between [A Rec.Mode]
menu and [W Setting] menu.
Operating the Menus
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Available button operations appear on the display during menu
operation.
MENU
SHUTTER
MENU
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Exit
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Folder Name
Date
English
USB
Connection MSC
Setting
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MENU
Exit
1/2
Recorded Pixels
Focusing Area
Sensitivity
Movie
EV Compensation
14
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Auto
0.0
Rec. Mode
MENU
Exit
1/2
Recorded Pixels
14
M
White Balance
AWB
Focusing Area
Sensitivity
Movie
EV Compensation
Auto
0.0
White Balance
AWB
The setting is
complete and
the camera
returns to
A
mode
Press halfway
During recording During playback
The setting is
complete and
the camera
returns to
Q
mode
or
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Ex.) To set the [Focusing Area] on the [A Rec.Mode] menu
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [Recorded Pixels].
3
Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [Focusing Area].
4
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears with the items
that can be selected.
The pull-down menu displays only those
items that can be selected with the current
camera settings.
5
Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the setting.
The focusing area changes each time the
four-way controller (23) is pressed.
6
Press the 4 button or the four-way controller (4).
The setting is saved and then the camera is ready for setting the other
functions. To exit the settings, press the 3 button.
To use another operation, refer to the following alternate Step 6 options
on the next page.
Rec. Mode
MENU
Exit
1/2
Recorded Pixels
White Balance
Sensitivity
Movie
EV Compensation
14
M
Auto
0.0
Focusing Area
AWB
White Balance
AWB
14
M
MENU
1/2
0.0
Rec. Mode
Exit
Recorded Pixels
Sensitivity
Movie
EV Compensation
Auto
Focusing Area
MENU
OK
OK
Cancel
White Balance
AWB
14
M
1/2
0.0
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Sensitivity
Movie
EV Compensation
Auto
Focusing Area
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6
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status.
When the shutter release button is pressed fully, the picture is taken.
6
Press the Q button.
When the [A Rec.Mode] menu is displayed from A mode, the setting
is saved and the camera returns to playback status.
6
Press the 3 button.
The changes are canceled and the screen returns to Step 3.
To Save the Setting and Start Taking Pictures
When the [W Setting] menu is displayed from Q mode, you can switch
to A mode by pressing the Q button.
To Save the Setting and Start Playback of Images
To Cancel the Changes and Continue with Menu Operations
The 3 button function differs depending on the screen. Refer to the
guide indications.
Exit : Exits the menu and returns to the original screen.
: Returns to the previous screen with the current
setting.
Cancel : Cancels the current selection, exits the menu and
returns to the previous screen.
MENU
MENU
MENU
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This displays the items that can be set with the menus and provides
descriptions of each item. See the list of default settings in the Appendix
“Default Settings” (p.200) to check whether the settings are saved when
the camera is turned off and whether the settings return to the defaults
when the camera is reset.
[A Rec.Mode] Menu
This menu shows the functions related to taking still pictures and
recording movies.
Menu List
Item Description Page
Recorded Pixels
For choosing the number of recorded pixels of still
pictures
p.96
White Balance
For adjusting the color balance according to the light
conditions
p.98
Focusing Area For changing the autofocus area p.95
Sensitivity For setting the sensitivity p.101
EV Compensation For adjusting the overall brightness of the picture p.99
Movie
Recorded Pixels
For choosing the number of recorded pixels of movies p.108
Movie SR
For choosing whether or not to use the movie shake
reduction function
p.109
Shadow Correction
Adjusts the dark areas when the image is too dark.
p.100
Digital Blur Removal
For correcting camera shake during shooting.
p.102
Digital Zoom
For choosing whether or not to use the Digital Zoom
function
p.75
Memory
For choosing whether to save the set values of the
shooting function or return to the defaults when the
camera is turned off
p.110
Green Button
For assigning a function to the Green button so that you
can go straight to it in A mode.
p.104
Date Imprint
For choosing whether to imprint the date and/or time
when taking still pictures
p.103
• Use the 9 (Green) mode to enjoy easy picture-taking using standard
settings, regardless of the settings in the [A Rec.Mode] menu (p.72).
• Assigning a frequently used function to the Green button enables you
to go straight to the desired function (p.104).
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[W Setting] Menu
Item Description Page
Sound
For adjusting the operation volume and playback
volume, and setting the start-up sound, shutter sound,
key operation sound and self-timer sound
p.161
Date Adjustment For adjusting the date and time p.162
World Time For setting the Hometown and Destination p.165
Language/
For setting the language in which menus and
messages appear
p.167
Folder Name
For choosing how names are assigned to folders for
storing images
p.168
USB Connection
For setting the method for connecting to a computer
(MSC or PTP).
p.183
Video Out For setting the output format to AV equipment p.169
Brightness Level For changing the brightness of the display p.170
Power Saving
For setting the time until the camera enters power-
saving mode
p.171
Auto Power Off
For setting the time until the camera turns off
automatically
p.172
Reset
For returning settings other than the date and time,
language, world time and video out to their defaults
p.174
Delete all For deleting all images at once. p.128
Format For formatting the SD Memory Card/built-in memory. p.160
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Taking Still Pictures .................................. 62
Setting the Shooting Functions ............... 92
Recording Movies ................................... 106
Saving the Settings (Memory) ............... 110
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Taking Still Pictures
The Optio RS1500 features a wide range of shooting modes and
functions to suit almost any subject or scene. This chapter describes
how to take pictures with the most commonly used standard settings (the
factory default settings).
1
Press the power switch.
The camera turns on and is ready to take still pictures. In this manual,
this is called Still Picture Capture Mode.
2
Confirm the subject and shooting
information on the display.
The focus frame in the middle of the display
indicates the zone of automatic focusing.
When the camera detects a face, the Face
Detection function is activated and the face
detection frame appears (p.67).
You can change the captured area by
pressing the Zoom button to the left or right
(p.73).
x (Right) enlarges the subject.
w(Left) widens the area that is
captured by the camera.
Taking Pictures
Zoom button
Shutter release buttonPower switch
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3
Press the shutter release button
halfway.
The focus frame (or face detection frame) on
the display turns green when the camera
focuses on the subject at the correct
distance.
4
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
The flash discharges automatically depending on the light conditions.
The image appears on the display for two seconds (Instant Review)
and is saved to the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory.
The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.
Press halfway
This refers to pressing the shutter release button gently to the first
position. This locks the focus setting and the exposure. The green focus
frame lights on the display when the shutter release button is pressed
halfway and the subject is in focus. If the subject is out of focus, the
frame turns white.
Press fully
This refers to pressing the shutter release button all the way down to the
fully depressed position. This takes a picture.
Press the Green button to switch to the 9 (Green) mode and let the
camera set all the shooting functions automatically (p.72).
Using the Shutter Release Button
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Poor focusing conditions
The camera may not be able to focus under the following conditions. In these
cases, lock the focus on an object the same distance away as the subject (by
pressing and holding the shutter release button halfway), then aim the camera
at your subject and press the shutter release button fully.
• Objects that lack contrast such as a blue sky or white wall
• Dark places or objects, or conditions that prevent light being reflected back
• Horizontal lines or intricate patterns
• Fast moving objects
• When there is an object in the foreground and an object in the background in
the captured area
• Strongly reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background)
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The Optio RS1500 has a variety of shooting modes that let you take
pictures or record movies in different situations simply by choosing the
appropriate mode for the particular situation from the Capture Mode
Palette.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose a shooting
mode.
When an icon is selected in the Capture
Mode Palette, the selected shooting mode
guide appears.
3
Press the 4 button.
The shooting mode is selected and the
camera returns to capture status.
Setting the Shooting Mode
Some functions may not be available or may not function fully depending
on the selected shooting mode. For details, refer to “Functions Available
for Each Shooting Mode” (p.194).
Four-way controller
4 button
OK
O K
OK
MENU
C a n c el
Cancel
For capturing landscape
views. Enhances colors
of sky and foliage
L a n d scape
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There are 22 available shooting modes.
Shooting Mode Description Page
b
Auto Picture Automatically selects the best capture mode. p.69
R
Program
Used for basic shooting. Various functions can
also be set with this mode.
p.70
C
Natural Skin
Tone
For images of people. Enhances skin tone while
smoothing blemishes.
p.77
B
Night Scene
Portrait
For images of people at night. Use of a tripod or
other support is advised.
p.76
A
Night Scene
For night time images. Use of a tripod or other
support is suggested.
p.76
C
Movie For recording movies. p.106
D
Landscape
For capturing landscape views. Enhances colors of
sky and foliage.
—
d
Blue Sky
Emphasizes saturation of the sky to produce a
bright image.
—
K
Sunset For images of sunsets and warm lighting. p.76
E
Flower
For images of flowers. The outline of the flower is
softened.
—
\
Sport
For a fast moving subject. Tracks the subject until
the picture is taken.
p.80
c
Digital SR Higher sensitivity reduces blur. p.76
G
Kids
For capturing moving kids. Reproduces a healthy
and bright skin tone.
p.78
H
Pet
For capturing moving pets. Select the color
according to the pet's coat.
p.79
F
Portrait
For capturing portraits. Reproduces a healthy and
bright skin tone.
p.77
K
Food
For images of food and prepared dishes.
Enhances saturation and contrast.
—
U
Candlelight For capturing scenes in candlelight. p.76
Q
Surf & Snow
For bright images such as sand or snow.
Accurately meters for bright scenes.
p.80
C
Half-length
Portrait
For portraits with proper framing by automatic
zoom. Fixed at h pixels.
p.77
N
Frame Composite
For capturing images with a frame. Recorded
pixels is fixed at h.
p.83
c
Text
Captures text in an easy to read manner. Text
contrast can be adjusted.
p.82
F
Digital Panorama
Stitches images taken with the camera to create a
panoramic photograph.
p.89
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With the Optio RS1500, the Face Detection
function is available with all shooting modes.
When the camera detects a person’s face in the
image, the Face Detection function displays a
yellow face detection frame around the face on
the display screen, sets the focus (Face
Detection AF) and compensates the exposure
(Face Detection AE).
If the subject in the face detection frame
moves, the frame also moves and changes size
as it tracks the face.
The Face Detection function can detect up to
10 people’s faces. If it detects multiple faces,
the camera displays a yellow frame over the
main face and white frame(s) over the other
face(s). It can display up to a total of 10 frames,
including a main frame and white frame(s).
Using the Face Detection Function
• Face Detection AF and AE may not work if the subject is wearing
sunglasses, has part of their face covered or is not looking toward the
camera.
• If the camera cannot detect the subject's face, the camera focuses
using the setting currently selected in [Focusing Area].
• When the Smile Capture function is on, the shutter may not be
released automatically because the Smile Capture function may not
work in some situations, such as when the detected face is too small.
In this case, press the shutter release button to take the picture.
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By default, the Face Detection function is set to Face Detection On. You
can switch to Smile Capture, which automatically releases the shutter
when your subject smiles. The Face Detection function is switched as
follows each time the I button is pressed: Smile Capture ´ Face
Detection Off ´ Face Detection On
An icon indicating Face Detection On or Smile Capture appears when
switched to either face detection function. (The icon does not appear
when the Face Detection function is not activated.)
To Switch the Face Detection Function
The Smile Capture function cannot be set in F (Digital Panorama)
mode.
I button
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In b (Auto Picture) mode, the camera automatically selects the most
appropriate mode depending on the situations and subjects.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select b.
3
Press the 4 button.
The b (Auto Picture) mode is selected and the camera returns to
capture status.
When the camera detects a face, the Face Detection function is
activated and the face detection frame appears (p.67).
• The Face Detection function cannot be set to be off in b (Auto
Picture), B (Night Scene Portrait), C (Half-length Portrait),
F (Portrait), G (Kids) or C (Natural Skin Tone) mode. In these
modes, the Face Detection function is always activated, and only
either Face Detection On or Smile Capture can be selected.
• Face Detection On is automatically selected in 9 (Green), b (Auto
Picture), B (Night Scene Portrait), C (Half-length Portrait),
C (Movie), F (Portrait), G (Kids) or C (Natural Skin Tone) mode.
When switching to another mode from one of these modes, the Face
Detection setting returns to the previous setting.
Taking Pictures Automatically
(Auto Picture Mode)
Four-way controller
4 button
Shutter release button
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4
Press the shutter release button
halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green
and the selected shooting mode is
displayed on the top left of the screen when
the camera focuses on the subject at the
correct distance.
5
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
In R (Program) mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed
and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select other
functions such as the flash mode and recorded pixels.
Standard Night Scene Night Scene Portrait
Landscape Flower Portrait
Sport Candlelight Portrait × Blue Sky
Portrait ×
Backlight
Portrait × Sunset Group Photo
Text Blue Sky Sunset
The following restrictions apply in b mode:
• You cannot turn the Face Detection function off.
• The Focusing Area setting is fixed at J (Multiple).
• If the (Night Scene) mode is selected when the flash mode is ,
(Auto), the flash mode automatically changes to a (Flash Off).
• The EV Compensation function cannot be used.
Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings
(Program Mode)
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1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select R.
3
Press the 4 button.
The R (Program) mode is selected and the
camera returns to capture status.
When the camera detects a face, the Face
Detection function is activated and the face
detection frame appears (p.67).
4
Set the functions you want to change.
Refer to “Setting the Shooting Functions” (p.92 - p.105) for details on
how to set the functions.
5
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
6
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
Four-way controller
4 button
Shutter release button
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In the 9 (Green) mode, you can enjoy easy picture-taking using
standard settings, regardless of the settings in the [A Rec.Mode] menu.
9 mode settings are as shown below.
1
Press the Green button in A
mode.
The camera switches to 9 mode.
Press the Green button again to return to
the status before 9 mode was selected.
When the camera detects a face, the Face
Detection function is activated and the face
detection frame appears (p.67).
2
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
3
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)
Flash Mode , (Auto) Focusing Area J (Multiple)
Drive Mode 9 (Standard) Sensitivity Auto
Focus Mode = (Standard) EV Compensation ±0.0
Face Detection On Digital Zoom O (On)
Information Display Normal Date Imprint Off
Recorded Pixels
W (4288×3216)
Shadow Correction Off
White Balance
F
Digital Blur Removal Off
Green button
Shutter release button
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You can use the zoom to change the captured area.
1
Press the Zoom button in A
mode.
x (Right) enlarges the subject.
w(Left) widens the area that is
captured by the camera.
When you press and hold the x button, the
camera automatically switches from optical
zoom to Intelligent Zoom.
Once the button is released and pressed
again, the camera switches to Digital Zoom.
•In 9 mode, you cannot change the information on the display by
pressing the 4/W button.
• Press the 3 button in 9 mode to display the [W Setting] menu.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu cannot be displayed.
• When the camera is turned off in 9 mode, it turns on in 9 mode next
time the power switch is pressed.
Using the Zoom
Four-way controller
4 button
Zoom button
26.8 x
26.8 x
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The zoom bar is displayed as follows.
*1 You can zoom in to a maximum of 4× optically.
*2 The Intelligent Zoom range differs depending on the recorded
pixels. See the following table.
Recorded pixels and the maximum zoom ratio
Recorded
pixels
Intelligent Zoom
(Zoom magnification includes 4× optical)
Digital Zoom
W Not Available (4× optical zoom only)
Equivalent to approx.
26.8×
B Not Available (4× optical zoom only)
6 Approx. 5.6×
f Not Available (4× optical zoom only)
h Approx. 8.4×
Equivalent to approx.
26.8×
A Approx. 8.9×
i Approx. 10.7×
m
Approx. 26.8×
(Same as 26.8×
Digital Zoom)
• It is recommended to use a tripod to prevent camera shake when
taking pictures at a high magnification rate.
• Pictures taken in the Digital Zoom range appear grainier than pictures
taken in the optical zoom range.
• The image enlarged using Intelligent Zoom may appear rough on the
display. This does not affect the quality of recorded image.
• While recording in C (Movie) mode, only Digital Zoom is available.
Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.96
Zoom in with high
image quality.
Zoom in with some degree
of image deterioration.
Optical zoom range
*1
Intelligent
Zoom range
*2
Digital Zoom
range
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The Digital Zoom is set to O (On) in the default setting. To take pictures
using only the optical zoom and Intelligent Zoom, set the Digital Zoom to
P (Off).
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital
Zoom].
3
Use the four-way controller (45)
to select O (On) or P (Off).
The setting is saved.
4
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
To Set the Digital Zoom
Saving the Digital Zoom Function setting 1p.110
Rec. Mode
Date Imprint Off
MENU
Exit
2/2
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Green Button
Shadow Correction
Digital Blur Removal
Digital Zoom
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You can choose settings appropriate for taking pictures of dark scenes,
such as nightscapes.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select A, B,
c, K or U.
3
Press the 4 button.
The shooting mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status.
When the camera detects a face, the Face Detection function is
activated and the face detection frame appears (p.67).
4
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene/
Night Scene Portrait/Digital SR/Sunset/
Candlelight Mode)
A
Night Scene
For night time images. Use of a tripod or other
support is suggested.
B
Night Scene Portrait
For images of people at night. Use of a tripod
or other support is advised.
c
Digital SR Higher sensitivity reduces blur.
K
Sunset For images of sunsets and warm lighting.
U
Candlelight For capturing scenes in candlelight.
Four-way controller
4 button
Shutter release button
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5
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
C
(Half-length Portrait),
F
(Portrait) and
C
(Natural Skin Tone) modes are
suitable for taking pictures of people. Face Detection (p.67) operates for
each shooting mode, making it easier to emphasize the subject’s face when
taking pictures.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
• The shutter speed tends to be slower when taking pictures of dark
scenes.
• To prevent camera shake, use a tripod and/or the self-timer function
(p.85).
•In c mode, sensitivity is automatically fixed at Auto.
Taking Pictures of People (Half-length Portrait/
Portrait/Natural Skin Tone Mode)
C
Half-length Portrait
For portraits with proper framing by automatic zoom.
Fixed at h pixels.
F
Portrait
For capturing portraits. Reproduces a healthy and
bright skin tone.
C
Natural Skin Tone
For images of people. Enhances skin tone while
smoothing blemishes.
Four-way controller
4 button
Shutter release button
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2
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select C, F or C
and press the 4 button.
The shooting mode is selected and the
camera returns to capture status.
When the camera detects a face, the Face
Detection function is activated and the face
detection frame appears (p.67).
If the camera detects a person’s face in C mode, an orange frame
appears showing the area to be zoomed in.
3
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
If the camera detects a person's face in C mode, the camera
automatically zooms in to enlarge the area in the orange frame shown
in Step 2.
4
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
G (Kids) mode is suitable for taking pictures of moving children. It also
reproduces a healthy and bright skin tone. Face Detection (p.67)
operates automatically for this mode, making it easier to emphasize the
subject’s face when taking pictures.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
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4 button
Shutter release button
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2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select G.
3
Press the 4 button.
The G (Kids) mode is selected and the
camera returns to capture status.
When the camera detects a face, the Face
Detection function is activated and the face
detection frame appears (p.67).
4
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
5
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
Use H (Pet) mode to keep your moving pet in focus and capture the
color of your pet's coat when you take a picture. Choose the appropriate
icon depending on what color your pet is (closer to black or white or in
between).
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select H.
3
Press the 4 button.
The H mode selection screen appears.
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4 button
Shutter release button
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4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select H, K, K, L, M or M.
There are two types of icons: a cat and dog
icon. Choosing either the cat or dog icon
does not affect the resulting picture. Choose
whichever you prefer.
Choose an icon (white, gray, or black)
whose tone best matches your pet’s coat or fur.
5
Press the 4 button.
The H mode is selected and the camera
returns to capture status.
6
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
The focus frame follows the subject while the shutter release button is
pressed halfway.
7
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
Taking Pictures of Sports and Leisure Activities
(Surf & Snow/Sport Mode)
Q
Surf & Snow
For bright images such as sand or snow. Accurately meters
for bright scenes.
\
Sport
For a fast moving subject. Tracks the subject until the picture
is taken.
OKOK
MENU
CancelCancel
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1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Q or \.
3
Press the 4 button.
The shooting mode is selected and the
camera returns to capture status.
When the camera detects a face, the Face
Detection function is activated and the face
detection frame appears (p.67).
4
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
When the \ mode is selected, the focus frame follows the subject
while the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
5
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
Four-way controller
4 button
Shutter release button
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The c (Text) mode allows you to take clear pictures of written text. This
is convenient for capturing a digital copy of an important document or
enhancing legibility of small print.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select c.
3
Press the 4 button.
The c mode selection screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23) to select c, d, c or
d.
Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode)
c
Color Maintains original colored text.
d
Neg. Color Reverses the color of the text.
c
B & W Turns the color of the text into black and white.
d
Neg. B & W Turns the color of the text into reversed black and white.
Four-way controller
4 button
Shutter release button
OK
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
Cancel
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5
Press the 4 button.
The selected icon appears and the camera
returns to capture status.
6
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
7
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
In N (Frame Composite) mode, you can take pictures using the frames
stored in the camera.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select N and
press the 4 button.
A 9-frame display of the frame selection screen appears.
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Zoom/f/y button
Shutter release button
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3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose the frame you
want to use.
4
Press y on the Zoom/f/y button.
The selected frame appears in single-image display.
You can choose another frame using either of the following operations.
Four-way controller (45) Press to choose a different frame.
Zoom/f/y button (f) Press to return to the 9-frame display of
the frame selection screen, and then
perform Step 3 to choose a different
frame.
5
Press the 4 button.
The frame appears on the display.
When the camera detects a face, the Face
Detection function is activated and the face
detection frame appears (p.67).
6
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
7
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
•In N mode, recorded pixels is fixed at h (2048 × 1536).
• At shipment, the camera includes 3 default frames built-in. These
frames are not deleted if the built-in memory is formatted.
• The CD-ROM (S-SW116) supplied with the camera contains a total of
90 optional frames. To save the optional frames into the built-in
memory, copy the files from the CD-ROM (p.149).
Adding a Frame to a captured image 1p.147
y
OK
O K
OK
OK
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In Self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after
the shutter release button is pressed.
Stabilize the camera with a tripod when taking a picture with the self-timer.
1
Press the four-way controller (2) in A mode.
2
Use the four-way controller
(453) to select g or Z and press
the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take the picture
using the self-timer.
When the camera detects a face, the Face
Detection function is activated and the face
detection frame appears (p.67).
Using the Self-timer
g
Use this mode when you want to be included in a group picture. The picture
is taken approximately ten seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.
Z
Use this mode to avoid camera shake. The picture is taken approximately two
seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.
Four-way controller
4 button
Shutter release button
D r i v e ModeD r i v e Mode
Drive Mode
S e l f -timerS e l f -timer
Self-timer
OK
O KOK
OK
MENU
C a n c elC a n c el
Cancel
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3
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
4
Press the shutter release button fully.
When set to g, the self-timer lamp lights. The self-timer lamp blinks
during the last 3 seconds before shooting or when set to Z.
The picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds later.
In these modes, pictures are taken continuously as long as the shutter
release button is pressed.
• Focusing may be compromised if you move the camera while the self-
timer lamp is blinking when taking still pictures.
• The self-timer lamp does not light up or blink in H (Pet) mode.
•
In
C
(Movie) mode, recording will start after ten seconds (or two seconds).
•
Press the shutter release button halfway while the self-timer is engaged
to stop the countdown and press fully to restart the countdown.
• Z
cannot be selected while
9
(Green) mode is in default setting. Select
Z
in another shooting mode and then switch the shooting mode to
9
.
Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/
Burst Shooting/16-frame Shooting Mode)
j
Continuous
Shooting
Each time a picture is taken, the image is saved in the memory
before the next image is taken. The higher the image quality, the
longer the interval between shots.
K
Burst
Shooting
The number of recorded pixels is fixed at f (2592×1944) and
the interval between shots is shorter than “Continuous Shooting”.
I
16-frame
shooting
16 pictures are taken continuously at 1/7.5 second intervals.
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1
Press the four-way controller (2) in A mode.
2
Use the four-way controller (45)
to select j, K or I and press
the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take a series of
pictures.
3
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
4
Press the shutter release button fully.
In j or K mode, pictures are taken continuously as long as you keep
the shutter release button pressed.
In I mode, 16 pictures are taken continuously with one press of the
shutter release button.
• The flash does not discharge in j, K or I mode.
• j, K and I cannot be selected in 9 (Green), b (Auto Picture),
C (Natural Skin Tone), A (Night Scene), C (Movie), N (Frame
Composite) or F (Digital Panorama) mode. I cannot be selected in
C (Half-length Portrait) or c (Digital SR) mode.
Four-way controller
4 button
Shutter release button
OK
O KOK
OK
D r i v e ModeD r i v e Mode
Drive Mode
C o n t inuous ShootingC o n t inuous Shooting
Continuous Shooting
MENU
C a n c elC a n c el
Cancel
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• The focus and exposure are locked with the first shot.
• When the Face Detection is activated (p.67), it works only when taking
the first shot.
•In I mode, pictures are taken with the following settings.
- Sensitivity is fixed at Auto.
- EV Compensation and Auto Focus are adjusted when taking the first
picture and are fixed for subsequent pictures.
- The flash is not available (a appears).
- The last shot taken is displayed in Instant Review.
•In I mode, the recorded pixels is fixed at m (640×480) per one
frame and will be saved as a single image in 4 × 4 rows of the 16
images with the recorded pixels of f (2560×1920).
• When you play back the images taken with I mode, they will be
displayed as follows.
- When played back on this camera, 16 images are continuously
played back like a movie. You can save one of a series of images
taken with I mode as a single image. The available operations
during playback are the same as when playing back the movies.
(p.115)
- When played back on a computer, the16 images are arranged in 4
× 4 rows and displayed as a single image.
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In F (Digital Panorama) mode, you can stitch two or three captured
frames to create a panoramic photograph with the camera.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select F .
3
Press the 4 button.
The camera enters the F mode and the message [Set shift direction]
is displayed.
4
Use the four-way controller (45)
to choose the direction in which
the images will be joined.
The screen for taking the first frame is
displayed.
When the camera detects a face, the Face
Detection function is activated and the face
detection frame appears (p.67).
Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama
Mode)
Four-way controller
4 button
Shutter release button
Set shift direction
Set shift direction
Set shift direction
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5
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
6
Press the shutter release button fully.
The screen for taking the second frame is displayed after you take the
first frame.
If you select right (5) in Step 4:
The right edge of the first frame appears in semi-transparent form on
the left edge of the display.
If you select left (4) in Step 4:
The left edge of the first frame appears in semi-transparent form on
the right edge of the display.
7
Move the camera so that the
alignment icons for the semi-
transparent image and the actual
view overlap.
The shutter is automatically released when
the icons overlap.
If the actual view is not aligned with the
semi-transparent image, an arrow
indicating the direction the camera must be
moved (either up or down) appears.
If the shutter is not released automatically, press the shutter release
button to take the picture.
8
Take the third frame.
Repeat Step 7 to take the third frame.
The panorama stitching starts and a stitched image appears.
• Some distortion may result from moving objects, repeating patterns, or
if nothing exists when overlapping the first and second frames or the
second and third frames on the preview guide.
• When the Face Detection is activated (p.67), it works only when taking
the first frame. The Smile Capture function cannot be set.
1 2
SHUTTER
OK
Exit
Exit
Exit2nd Frame
2nd Frame
2nd Frame
Alignment icon
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1
After shooting the first frame in Step 6 or second frame
in Step 7, press the 4 button or the four-way
controller (3).
A confirmation dialog appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select an option and press the
4 button.
Save: Saves the captured image(s)
and you can retake the first
frame. When this option is
selected after shooting the
second frame, the first and the second frames are stitched
and saved as a panoramic photograph.
Discard: Discards the captured image(s) and you can retake the first
frame.
Cancel: Returns to the previous shooting screen.
To Cancel after Taking the First or Second Frame
Save
Discard
Cancel
Save the image(s) and
exit this screen?
Save the image(s) and
exit this screen?
OK
O K
OK
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Setting the Shooting Functions
Selecting the Flash Mode
,
Auto
The flash discharges automatically depending on the
light conditions.
a
Flash Off
The flash does not discharge, regardless of the
brightness. Use this mode to take pictures where flash
photography is prohibited.
b
Flash On The flash discharges regardless of the brightness.
d
Flash On + Red-eye
This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes
caused by the light from the flash being reflected in the
subject’s eyes. The flash discharges regardless of the
light conditions.
• The flash does not discharge (a) in C (Movie) mode, or when the
drive mode is set to j (Continuous Shooting), K (Burst Shooting) or
I (16-frame shooting), or the focus mode is set to s (Infinity).
• A pre-flash discharges when using the red-eye reduction function.
•In 9 (Green) mode, you can only select , or a.
•In A (Night Scene) mode, you cannot select ,.
•In B (Night Scene Portrait) mode, or when the Face Detection
function is activated and the flash is set to ,, the flash mode will
automatically change to d when a face is detected.
Using the flash when capturing images at a close distance may cause
uneven exposure of the image due to the light distribution.
Four-way controller
4 button
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1
Press the four-way controller (4)
in A mode.
The flash mode changes each time the
button is pressed. You can also change the
setting using the four-way controller (23).
2
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status.
About the red-eye phenomenon
Taking pictures using the flash may cause the subject’s eyes to appear red in
the resulting picture. This phenomenon occurs when the light from the flash is
reflected in the subject’s eyes. It can be reduced by illuminating the area around
the subject or moving closer to the subject and zooming out to a wider angle.
Setting the flash mode to d (Flash On + Red-eye) is also an effective way of
reducing red eyes.
If the subject’s eyes appear red despite such precautions, they can be corrected
by the red-eye compensation function (p.146).
Saving the Flash Mode setting 1p.110
Auto
Auto
Auto
Flash Mode
Flash Mode
Flash Mode
OK
OK
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
Cancel
Cancel
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1
Press the four-way controller (5)
in A mode.
The focus mode changes each time the
button is pressed. You can also change the
setting using the four-way controller (23).
2
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status.
Selecting the Focus Mode
=
Standard
Use this mode when the distance to the subject is 40 cm
(16 in.) or more. The camera is focused on the subject in
the autofocus area when the shutter release button is
pressed halfway.
q
Macro
This mode is used when the distance to the subject is
approx. 15 cm to 50 cm (6 in. to 20 in.). The camera is
focused on the subject in the autofocus area when the
shutter release button is pressed halfway.
r
Super Macro
This mode is used when the distance to the subject is
approx. 8 cm to 25 cm (3 in. to 10 in.). The camera is
focused on the subject in the autofocus area when the
shutter release button is pressed halfway.
3
Pan Focus
This mode is used when you ask someone to take
pictures for you, or when taking pictures of the scenery
through the window of a car or train. The entire picture,
from the front to the back, is focused.
s
Infinity
This mode is used for taking distant objects. The flash is
set to a (Flash Off).
•In 9 (Green) mode, you can only select =, q or 3.
• When = (Standard) is selected and the subject is closer than 25 cm,
the camera automatically focuses from 15 cm (Auto-Macro function).
In this case, q appears on the display.
• When shooting with q selected, if the subject is further than 50 cm
away, the camera automatically focuses to
∞ (Infinity).
• When shooting with q selected, even if the subject is not in focus, the
camera is able to shoot the image. In this case, a blurred image will be
shot.
F o c u s Mode
Focus Mode
S t a n dard
Standard
OK
O K
OK
MENU
C a n c el
Cancel
S
S
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You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area).
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Focusing
Area].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the Focusing Area
setting.
5
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
6
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
Saving the Focus Mode setting 1p.110
To Set the Focusing Area
J
Multiple Normal autofocus area
K
Spot The autofocus area becomes smaller.
W
Automatic Tracking AF Keeps moving subjects in focus.
•In C (Movie) and N (Frame Composite) modes, the Focusing Area
cannot be set to W.
•In 9 (Green) and b (Auto Picture) modes, the Focusing Area is fixed
at J.
MENU
OK
OK
Cancel
White Balance
AWB
14
M
1/2
0.0
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Sensitivity
Movie
EV Compensation
Auto
Focusing Area
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You can choose from five recorded pixels settings for still pictures.
The larger your recorded pixels, the clearer the details will appear when
you print your picture. As the quality of the printed picture also depends
on the image quality, exposure control, resolution of the printer and other
factors, you do not need to select more than the required number of
recorded pixels. 6 (3072×2304) is adequate for making postcard-size
prints. The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger
the file size.
Refer to the following table for the appropriate settings according to use.
The default setting is W (4288×3216).
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
Selecting the Recorded Pixels
Recorded Pixels Use
W 4288×3216
For printing high quality photos or A4-size pictures or
larger, or editing images on a computer.
B 4224×2376
6 3072×2304
For making postcard-size prints.
A 1920×1080
(16 : 9)
m 640× 480
For posting on a website or attaching to e-mail.
Shooting/Playback screen when
B or A is selected
If you select B or A as the Recorded
Pixels setting, the aspect ratio of the image is 16:9
and the monitor display is as shown on the right.
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Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded
Pixels].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the number of recorded
pixels.
5
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
6
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
• The number of recorded pixels for images captured in 9 (Green)
mode is fixed at W.
• The number of recorded pixels for images captured in C (Half-length
Portrait) or N (Frame Composite) is fixed at h.
• If you exit the F (Digital Panorama) mode after taking the first frame,
the number of recorded pixels for the captured image is fixed at i
(1600x1200).
• The number of recorded pixels for images captured with I (16-frame
shooting) is fixed at m for one frame and f (2560×1920) for one
image.
• If you change the [Recorded Pixels] setting frequently, you can save
time by assigning it to the Green button (p.104).
Recordable Image No.
MENU
Cancel
OK
OK
12
Recorded Pixels
White Balance
Sensitivity
Movie
EV Compensation
Focusing Area
10
M
14
M
7
M
2
M
640
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You can take pictures in natural colors by adjusting the white balance
according to the light conditions at the time of shooting.
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [White
Balance].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [White Balance] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the setting.
You can check the result of selected white
balance setting on the preview image each
time you press the four-way controller
(23).
5
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
Adjusting the White Balance
F
Auto The camera adjusts the white balance automatically.
G
Daylight Use this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight.
Shade Use this mode when taking pictures outside in the shade.
I
Tungsten Light
Use this mode when taking pictures under electric or other
tungsten light.
J
Fluores. Light Use this mode when taking pictures under fluorescent light.
K
Manual Use this mode when adjusting the white balance manually.
• Set another white balance if you are not satisfied with the color
balance of pictures taken with the White Balance set to F.
• Depending on the selected shooting mode, the white balance setting
may not be changed. Refer to “Functions Available for Each Shooting
Mode” (p.194) for details.
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
Auto
A u t o
OK
O K
OKCancel
Auto
OK
White Balance
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6
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
Refer to the section “To Set the White Balance Manually” for
instructions on adjusting the white balance manually.
Have a blank sheet of white paper or similar material ready.
1
In the [White Balance] screen, use the four-way
controller (23) to select K (Manual).
2
Point the camera at the blank
sheet of paper or other material so
that it fills the frame displayed in
the center of the screen.
3
Press the shutter release button fully.
The white balance is automatically adjusted.
4
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved and the [
A
Rec. Mode] menu reappears.
5
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture.
Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or
underexposed.
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
Saving the White Balance setting 1p.110
To Set the White Balance Manually
Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)
MENU
Adjust
SHUTTER
White Balance
Cancel
C a n c el
OK
O K
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OK
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2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [EV
Compensation].
3
Use the four-way controller (45)
to select the EV value.
To brighten, select a positive (+) value. To
darken, select a negative (–) value.
You can choose the EV setting in the range
of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV in 1/3 EV steps.
4
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
Expands the dynamic range and prevents dark areas from occurring
when the image is too dark.
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Shadow
Correction].
3
Use the four-way controller (45)
to select O or P.
• The EV Compensation function cannot be used in 9 (Green) or b
(Auto Picture) mode.
• If you change the [EV Compensation] setting frequently, you can save
time by assigning it to the Green button (p.104).
Saving the EV Compensation value setting 1p.110
Correcting the Shadows
White Balance
AWB
14
M
MENU
1/2
0.0
Rec. Mode
Exit
Recorded Pixels
Sensitivity
Movie
EV Compensation
Auto
Focusing Area
Rec. Mode
Date Imprint Off
MENU
Exit
2/2
Memory
Green Button
Shadow Correction
Digital Blur Removal
Digital Zoom
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4
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
The
O
appears on the display.
You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sensitivity].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the sensitivity.
5
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
Setting the Sensitivity
Auto The sensitivity is automatically adjusted by the camera. (Sensitivity 100 - 800)
100
The lower the sensitivity, the less noise that affects the image. The
shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions.
Higher sensitivity settings use faster shutter speeds in low light
conditions to reduce camera shake, but the image may be affected by
noise.
200
400
800
1600
3200
6400
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MENU
OK
OK
Cancel
White Balance
AWB
14
M
1/2
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Sensitivity
Movie
EV Compensation
Focusing Area
800
400
200
100
Auto
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6
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
If you set Digital Blur Removal to O (On), the camera electronically
removes the blur in the images you take. The default setting is P (Off).
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital Blur
Removal].
3
Use the four-way controller (45)
to select O or P.
O Removes the blur.
P Does not remove the blur.
4
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
One of the following icons appears on the display.
• When set to 9 (Green) or C (Movie) mode, only Auto (sensitivity 100
- 800) is available.
• When set to c (Digital SR) mode, only Auto (sensitivity 100 - 6400)
is available.
• If you change the [Sensitivity] setting frequently, you can save time by
assigning it to the Green button (p.104).
Saving the sensitivity setting 1p.110
Setting the Digital Blur Removal Function
• Use the Movie SR function (p.109) to correct camera shake in C
(Movie) mode.
• If you use the Digital Blur Removal function, the picture may taken with
higher sensitivity than the sensitivity you selected in the [Sensitivity]
setting of the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Rec. Mode
Date Imprint Off
MENU
Exit
2/2
Memory
Green Button
Shadow Correction
Digital Blur Removal
Digital Zoom
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You can choose whether to imprint the date and/or time when taking still
pictures.
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Date
Imprint].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select the Date Imprint details.
Choose from [Date], [Date & Time], [Time]
or [Off].
M
When [Digital Blur Removal] is set to O
f
When the shutter speed is slow, and the shutter release button is
pressed halfway with [Digital Blur Removal] set to P, and the flash
mode is set to a (Flash Off) (Camera shake warning).
When [Digital Blur Removal] is set to O, blur is removed after shooting,
and then the image is saved.
The Digital Blur Removal function does not work in the following
situations:
- When C (Movie), N (Frame Composite) or F (Digital
Panorama) mode is selected as the shooting mode
- When j (Continuous Shooting), K (Burst Shooting) or I (16-
frame shooting) is selected as the drive mode
- When the flash discharges
- When the shutter speed is slower than 1/8 seconds.
- When the sensitivity is set to 1600 or higher
Setting the Date Imprint Function
Rec. Mode
Date Imprint
MENU
Exit
2/2
Memory
Green Button
Shadow Correction
Digital Blur Removal
Digital Zoom
Date & Time
Date
Time
Off
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5
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
6
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
You can assign a function to the Green button and recall it quickly by
simply pressing the Green button. This is useful for going straight to the
setting screens of frequently used functions.
The following functions can be assigned to the Green button:
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
• O appears on the display in A mode when [Date Imprint] is set.
• The date and/or time imprinted with the Date Imprint function cannot
be deleted.
• The date and/or time are imprinted on the picture with the display style
set in the [Date Adjustment] screen (p.47).
• Note that if the printer or the image editing software is set to print the
date and the images to be printed already have the date and/or time
imprinted, the imprinted dates and/or times may overlap.
Calling Up a Specific Function
• 9 (Green) Mode • Movie Mode
• EV Compensation • Sensitivity
• Recorded Pixels
• The Green button setting can be returned to its default setting by
selecting [Reset] on the [W Setting] menu.
• The functions other than 9 (Green) mode can be set in the usual
manner on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
• You cannot save different settings for the same function on the Green
button and on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
To Assign a Function to the Green Button
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2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Green
Button].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to choose a function and press the
4 button.
5
Press the 3 button.
The selected function is assigned to the Green button.
1
Press the Green button in A mode.
The function assigned to the Green button is called up.
2
Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the settings and press
the 4 button.
The camera returns to capture status.
To Use the Green Button
Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode) 1p.72
If a function other than the 9 (Green) mode or Movie mode has been
assigned to the Green button, the camera returns to the original screen
if no operation is performed for 1 minute after the Green button is
pressed.
Sensitivity
Recorded Pixels
Green Button
Q
9
MENU
Cancel
OK
Movie
EV Compensation
Green Mode
OK
O K
OK
EV Compensation
EV Compensation
EV Compensation
0.0
0 . 0
0.0
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Recording Movies
This mode enables you to record movies. Sound is recorded at the same time.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select C (Movie).
3
Press the 4 button.
C (Movie) mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status.
The following information appears on the display.
1 Movie mode icon
2 Recording indicator (blinks during
recording)
3 Remaining recordable time
4 Focus frame (does not appear during
recording)
5 Movie shake reduction function icon
You can change the captured area by pressing
the Zoom button to the left or right.
x (Right) enlarges the subject.
w(Left) widens the area that is captured by the camera.
Recording a Movie
Four-way controller
4 button
Zoom button
Shutter release button
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
For recording movies
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4
Press the shutter release button fully.
Recording starts. You can continue recording until the built-in memory
or the SD Memory Card is full, or the size of the recorded movie
reaches 2 GB.
5
Press the shutter release button fully.
Recording stops.
If you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than one second,
recording will continue as long as you keep the button pressed. Shooting
stops when you take your finger off the shutter release button.
• The flash does not discharge in C (Movie) mode.
• The focus mode can be changed before recording starts.
• You can use the optical zoom only before recording, while the Digital
Zoom is available both before and during recording.
• When the shooting mode is set to C (Movie), the Face Detection
function is automatically activated. You can switch to Smile Capture or
Face Detection Off by pressing the I button before you start
recording a movie (p.67). When the Smile Capture function is
activated, movie recording starts automatically when the camera
detects the subject's smile. However, depending on the condition of
the detected faces, movie recording may not start automatically
because the Smile Capture function may not work. In this case, press
the shutter release button to start movie recording.
Playing Back a Movie 1p.115
Keeping the Shutter Release Button Pressed
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You can choose from the following recorded pixels settings for movies:
M, F, G, H, I and J.
The default setting is M (1280×720, 30fps).
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Movie].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Movie] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded
Pixels].
5
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
6
Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the number of recorded
pixels.
7
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
8
Press the 3 button twice.
The camera returns to capture status.
Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies
M (1280×720, 30fps),
F (1280×720, 15fps)
Suitable for viewing in HDTV format (16:9).
G (640×480, 30fps),
H (640×480, 15fps)
Suitable for viewing on a TV or computer screen.
I (320×240, 30fps),
J (320×240, 15fps)
Suitable for posting on a website or attaching to e-mail.
Rec. Time
MENU
Cancel
OK
OK
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Recorded Pixels
Movie SR
640
15
15
640
30
30
320
30
30
320
15
15
1280
15
15
1280
30
30
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In C (Movie) mode, you can correct camera shake while you are
recording a movie with the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) function.
1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Movie].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Movie] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Movie SR].
5
Use the four-way controller (45)
to select O (On) or P (Off).
The setting is saved.
6
Press the 3 button twice.
The camera returns to capture status.
Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction)
Function
Movie
MENU
Recorded Pixels
Movie SR
1280
30
30
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Saving the Settings (Memory)
The Memory function is for saving the current camera settings when the
camera is turned off.
For some camera settings, the Memory function is always set to O (On)
(the settings are saved when the camera is turned off), while for others
you can choose O or P (Off) (to choose whether the settings are saved
or not when the camera is turned off). The items which can be set to O
or P in the Memory function are shown in the table below. (Items not
listed here are always saved in the selected settings when the camera is
turned off.)
If you select O, the settings will be saved in the status they were in
immediately before the camera was turned off. If you select P, the
settings will be reset to the defaults when the camera is turned off. The
table below also shows whether the Memory default setting for each item
is O or P.
Item Description
Default
Setting
Page
Face
Detection
The Face Detection mode set with the I button. P p.67
Flash Mode The flash mode set with the four-way controller (4) O p.92
Drive Mode The drive mode set with the four-way controller (2) P
p.85
p.86
Focus Mode The focus mode set with the four-way controller (5) P p.94
Zoom Position The zoom position set with the Zoom button P p.73
White Balance
The [White Balance] setting on the [A Rec.Mode]
menu
P p.98
Sensitivity The [Sensitivity] setting on the [A Rec.Mode] menu P p.101
EV
Compensation
The [EV Compensation] setting on the
[A Rec.Mode] menu
P p.99
Digital Zoom
The [Digital Zoom] setting on the [A Rec.Mode]
menu
O p.75
DISPLAY
The information display mode set with the
4/W button
P p.20
File No.
If a new SD Memory Card is inserted when On has
been selected, file numbers are assigned sequentially.
O —
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1
Press the 3 button in A mode.
The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Memory] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to choose an item.
5
Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P
(Off).
6
Press the MENU button twice.
The camera returns to capture status.
Memory
MENU
Face Detection
Flash Mode
Drive Mode
Focus Mode
Zoom Position
White Balance
1/2
Memo
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Playing Back Images
1
Press the Q button after taking a
picture.
The camera enters the Q mode and the
image appears on the display. Displaying
one image in full in Q mode (Q mode
default setting) is called single-image
display.
2
Press the four-way controller (45).
The previous or next image appears.
Press the i button while the image is
displayed to display the Delete screen. Press
the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete]
and press the 4 button.
Playing Back Still Pictures
To Play Back the Previous or Next Image
To Delete the Displayed Image
For information on other deletion procedures 1p.125
Four-way controller
Q button
Shutter release button
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Cancel
100
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OK
O K
OK
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You can play back the movies you have taken. Sound is played back at
the same time. You can also play back images taken with I (16-frame
shooting) mode in the same way as you play back movies.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller
(45) to choose the movie you want to play back.
2
Press the four-way controller (2).
Playback starts.
The following operations can be performed during playback.
Four-way controller (4) Plays back in reverse
Four-way controller (2) Pauses playback
Four-way controller (4) When pressed and held:
Plays back in reverse fast-forward (10×)
Four-way controller (5) When pressed and held:
Plays back in fast-forward (10×)
Zoom button (Right) Increases the volume
Zoom button (Left) Reduces the volume
The following operations can be performed while playback is paused.
Four-way controller (4)
Reverses the playback one frame at a time.
Four-way controller (5)
Forwards the playback one frame at a time.
Four-way controller (2) Resumes playback
Green button Saves the paused frame of a series of
images taken with I (16-frame shooting) mode as a single
image in m (640×480) pixels.
Playing Back a Movie
Four-way controller
Zoom button
Q button
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3
Press the four-way controller (3).
Playback stops.
You can display four or nine thumbnails of captured images at a time.
1
In Q mode, press f on the Zoom/f/y button.
A page consisting of four thumbnail images appears. The displayed
images change four at a time page by page. Press f again to display
a page consisting of nine-thumbnail images. The displayed images
change nine at a time page by page as well. Press y on the Zoom/f/
y button to return to single-image display from four-image display,
and to four-image display from nine-image display.
Use the four-way controller (2345) to
move the frame. When five or more images
have been saved for four-image display or
10 or more images have been saved for
nine-image display, if you choose image 1
and press the four-way controller (24), the
previous page appears. Similarly, if you
choose image 2 and press the four-way
controller (35), the next page appears.
To cancel playing back in fast-forward, press and hold four-way
controller (5), and to cancel playing back in reverse fast-forward, press
and hold four-way controller (4). The camera returns to either playback
in reverse or normal playback.
Four-Image Display, Nine-Image Display, Folder
Display and Calendar Display
Four-Image/Nine-Image Display
Four-way controller
4 button
3 button
Zoom/f/y button
Q button
Select & Delete 100-0010
1
2
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The icons that appear on the images indicate the following:
(No icon) Still picture
C Movie (the first frame appears)
Press the 4 button or the 3 button to switch to single-image
display of the selected image.
Press the
Q
button or the shutter release button to switch to
A
mode.
In nine-image display, press f on the Zoom/f/y button to switch to
folder display or calendar display. Press the Green button to switch
between folder display and calendar display.
1
In Q mode, press f on the Zoom/f/y button.
The screen changes to four-image display. Press f again to change
the screen to nine-image display.
2
Press f on the Zoom/f/y button.
The screen changes to folder display or calendar display.
Folder display
The list of folders with recorded images
appears.
Use the four-way controller (2345) to
move the frame.
Press the 4 button or y on the Zoom/f/
y button to display the images in the
selected folder in nine-image display.
Calendar display
Recorded images are displayed by date in
calendar format.
The first image recorded on a date is
displayed for that date on the calendar.
Use the four-way controller (2345) to
move the frame to a different date.
Press y on the Zoom/f/y button to
display the images for a date in nine-image
display.
Select a date and press the 4 button to switch to single-image
display of the first image recorded on that date.
To Switch to Folder Display or Calendar Display
100_0707
100 101
103 104
102
Frame
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SUN
SUN
TUE
TUE
WED
WED
THU
THU
FRI
FRI
SAT
SAT
2
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12
12
13
13
14
14
15
15
16
16
10
10
11
11
19
19
20
20
21
21
22
22
23
23
17
17
18
18
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MON
MON
1
26
26
27
27
28
28
29
29
30
30
24
24
25
25
31
31
Frame
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Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode to display the Playback
Mode Palette.
You can display the playback function you want to use simply by using
the four-way controller (2345) to choose an icon and pressing the
4 button.
• Press the 3 button in folder display or calendar display to switch
to nine-image display.
• Press the Q button or half-press the shutter release button in folder
display or calendar display to switch to A mode.
Using the Playback Function
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel OKCancel
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MENU
Cancel
For continuously playing
back images. Screen or
sound effects can be set
Slideshow
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
Apply the digital filters
to images such as Color
or Brightness filters
Digital Filter
1/2
1/2
Edit
Goes to the screen for
selected playback function.
Closes the Playback Mode
Palette and goes to A mode.
Press halfway
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Playback Mode Palette
When an icon is selected in the Playback Mode Palette, a guide for the
selected function appears.
Playback Mode Description Page
u
Slideshow
For continuously playing back images. Screen or
sound effects can be set.
p.120
s
Image Rotation
Rotates captured images. Useful when viewing
vertical images on a TV.
p.122
N
Small Face Filter
Reduces the size of faces in the image, for well-
proportioned portraits.
p.139
C Natural Skin Tone
For enhancing skin tone while smoothing
blemishes of the people
p.140
P
Digital Filter
Apply the digital filters to images such as Color or
Brightness filters.
p.142
N
Frame Composite
For composing an image with a frame. Select
Overwrite or Save as to save.
p.147
[
Movie Editing
Save as Still
Image
For saving one frame from a movie as a still
picture.
p.151
Divide
Movies
For dividing a movie into two.
Z
Red-eye
Compensation
For compensating red-eye. May not work due to
the condition of the image.
p.146
n
Resize
Changes Recorded Pixels and Quality Level to
make the file size smaller.
p.136
o
Cropping
For cropping images to the size you like. Saved as
a new image.
p.137
p
Image Copy
To copy images between the built-in memory and
an SD Memory Card.
p.153
Z
Protect
Protects images from delete function. Format
function still erases all.
p.129
r
DPOF
For the print settings. Useful when printing at a
printing service.
p.155
^
Start-up Screen
For setting a captured image as the Start-up
Screen.
p.173
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You can play back recorded images one after another.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller
(45) to choose an image to start the slideshow with.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select u
(Slideshow).
4
Press the 4 button twice.
The slideshow starts.
Pressing the 4 button during the slideshow pauses the slideshow.
To resume the slideshow, press the 4 button again.
5
Press any button other than the 4 button.
The slideshow stops.
You can set the playback interval and also a screen effect and sound
effect for when one image changes to the next.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode.
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select u
(Slideshow).
3
Press the 4 button.
The screen for setting the slideshow conditions appears.
Slideshow
To Set the Slideshow Conditions
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
For continuously playing
back images. Screen or
sound effects can be set
S l i d eshow
Slideshow
1 / 2
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4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Interval].
5
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
6
Use the four-way controller (23) to change the interval
and press the 4 button.
Choose from [3sec.], [5sec.], [10sec.], [20sec.] or [30sec.].
7
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Screen
Effect].
After selecting [Screen Effect], press the four-way controller (5). A
pull-down menu appears with the following items. Use the four-way
controller (23) to select an item and press the 4 button.
8
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound
Effect].
9
Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P
(Off).
Except when the [Screen Effect] is set to [Off], you can choose O (On)
or P (Off) for the sound that is played when one image changes to the
next.
10
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Start] and
press the 4 button.
The slideshow starts using the selected interval and effect.
Wipe The next image slides over the previous one from left to right
Checker The next image appears in small square mosaic blocks
Fade The current image gradually fades out and the next image fades in
Off No effect
MENU
3 s e c .
3sec.
I n t e r v al
Interval
S c r e e n Effect
Screen Effect
Start
Wipe
Wipe
S o u n d Effect
Sound Effect
OK
O K
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1
Press the Q button after taking a picture.
The image appears on the display.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
3
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select s
(Image Rotation) and press the 4 button.
The rotation selection screen (0°, Right 90°, Left 90°, or 180°) appears.
4
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose the rotation
direction and press the 4
button.
The rotated image is saved.
• The slideshow will continue until you press any button other than the
4 button.
• Movies will normally be played through to the end before the next
picture is played back, regardless of the interval setting. However,
pressing the four-way controller (5) while playing back a movie skips
to the next image.
• Panorama images will be scrolled for display from left to right in 4
seconds before the next picture is played back, regardless of the
settings of [Interval] or [Screen Effect].
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment 1p.132
Rotating the Image
• Panoramic images, images taken with I (16-frame shooting) mode
and movies cannot be rotated.
• Protected images can be rotated, but they cannot be saved in a rotated
state.
MENU
Cancel
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
Cancel OK
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You can magnify an image up to ten times.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller
(45) to choose the image you want to magnify.
2
Press y on the Zoom/f/y
button.
The image is magnified (×1.1 to ×10).
Holding down y on the Zoom/f/y button
changes the magnification continuously.
You can use the + mark of the guide at the
bottom left of the screen to check which
portion of the image is magnified.
The following operations can be
performed while the magnified image is displayed.
Four-way controller (2345) Moves the position to be magnified
Zoom/f/y button (y) Makes the image bigger (max. ×10)
Zoom/f/y button (f) Makes the image smaller (min. ×1.1)
3
Press the 4 button.
The image returns to single-image display.
Zoom Playback
Images taken with I (16-frame shooting) mode and movies cannot be
magnified.
Four-way controller
4 button
Zoom/f/y button
Q button
2.0
2.0×
2.0×
Guide
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You can enjoy playing back images with the subjects’ faces zoomed up
simply by pressing the I button (Face close-up playback) if Face
Detection operated when the images were taken.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the
four-way controller (45) to
choose the image you want to
magnify.
2
Confirm that the I icon is displayed in the image and
press the I button.
The image is magnified around the face first
detected when the image was taken.
If multiple faces were detected when the
image was taken, the subjects’ faces are
zoomed up on each time the I button is
pressed in order of the detection during
shooting.
3
Press the
4
button.
The image returns to single-image display.
Zoom In on the Subject’s Face Automatically
(Face Close-up Playback)
Movies cannot be played back in Face close-up.
• The magnification ratio for Face close-up playback may differ
depending on the conditions such as the size of the face detected
when shooting.
• Press y on the Zoom/f/y button during Face close-up playback to
switch to the zoom playback; the image is displayed at an equal or
slightly larger magnification ratio. Press f on the Zoom/f/y button
to switch to the zoom playback; the image is displayed at an equal or
slightly smaller magnification ratio.
Edit
Edit
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Deleting Images
Delete images with mistakes or that are unnecessary.
You can delete a single image.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller
(45) to choose the image you want to delete.
2
Press the i button.
A confirmation screen appears.
3
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Delete].
4
Press the 4 button.
The image is deleted.
Deleting a Single Image
Protected images cannot be deleted (p.129).
Four-way controller
4 button
i button
Q button
Delete
Cancel
100
1 0 0
-
0017
0 0 1 7
100
-
0017
OK
OK
O K
OK
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You can delete several images selected from the four-image or nine-
image display at once.
1
In Q mode, press f on the Zoom/f/y button.
Four thumbnail images appear. Press f again to display nine
thumbnail images.
2
Press the i button.
P appears on the images.
3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose the images
that you want to delete and press
the 4 button.
O appears on the selected images.
If you select an image and press
y
on the
Zoom/
f
/
y
button, the selected image
appears in single-image display as long as the button is pressed,
enabling you to check whether you really want to delete it or not. (The
display returns to the four-image or nine-image display when you
Deleting Selected Images
Protected images cannot be deleted.
Four-way controller
4 button
i button
Zoom/f/y button
Q button
Select & Delete 100-0010
OKMENU
Cancel
Delete
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release the button.) However, protected images cannot be displayed in
single-image display.
4
Press the i button.
A confirmation dialog appears.
5
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Select & Delete].
6
Press the 4 button.
The selected images are deleted.
A l l selected images
a r e deleted.
All selected images
are deleted.
Select & Delete
Cancel
OK
OK
O K
OK
MENU
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You can delete all the images at once.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Delete all].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Delete all] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Delete all].
5
Press the 4 button.
All the images are deleted.
Deleting All Images
Protected images cannot be deleted (p.129).
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NTSC
Setting
Power Saving
Auto Power Off
Reset
3
min.
5
sec.
Video Out
Brightness Level
MENU
Exit
Delete all
Delete all
OK
OK
Delete all
Cancel
All images will be
deleted from memory
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You can protect stored images from being accidentally deleted.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode.
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select Z (Protect).
3
Press the 4 button.
The screen for selecting [Single Image] or [All Images] appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Single Image].
5
Press the 4 button.
The message [Protects this image] appears. To protect another image,
use the four-way controller (45) to select another image.
6
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Protect].
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
Protects images from
delete function. Format
function still erases all
P r o t ect
Protect
2 / 2
2/2
All Images
A l l Images
All Images
OK
OK
O K
OK
Single Image
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
P
r
otect
Protects this image
P r o t ects this image
Protects this image
U
n
p
rotec
t
Ca
n
cel
100
1 0 0
-
0017
0 0 1 7
100
-
0017
OK
OK
O K
OK
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7
Press the 4 button.
The selected image is protected.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode.
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Z
(Protect).
3
Press the 4 button.
The screen for selecting [Single Image] or [All Images] appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [All Images].
5
Press the 4 button.
6
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Protect].
• To cancel the protection of the image, select [Unprotect] in Step 6.
• Y appears below the file number on protected images during
playback.
• The maximum number of images you can protect in succession with
[Single Image] is 99.
To Protect All Images
All Images
Single Image
S i n g le Image
Single Image
OK
OK
O K
OK
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
P r o t ects all images
Protects all images
OK
OK
O K
OK
Protect
Unprotect
Cancel
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7
Press the 4 button.
All the images are protected.
Protected images will be deleted when the SD Memory Card/built-in
memory is formatted (p.160).
To cancel the protection of all your images, select [Unprotect] in Step 6.
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Connecting the Camera to AV
Equipment
By using the optional AV cable (I-AVC7), you can capture and play back
images on equipment with a video IN jack, such as a TV. Make sure the
camera and TV are turned off before connecting the camera to the TV.
1
Connect the AV cable to the PC/AV terminal.
Connect the terminal of the AV cable with pointing toward the 4
on the PC/AV terminal of the camera.
2
Connect the other ends of the AV cable (yellow: video,
white: audio) to the video input terminal and audio input
terminal of the AV device.
When using stereo sound equipment, insert the sound terminal into the
L (white) terminal.
3
Turn the AV device on.
When the device that the camera is connected to and the device that
plays back images are different, turn both devices on.
When viewing images on AV equipment with multiple video input
terminals (such as a TV), refer to the operation manual of the device
and select the video input terminal to which the camera is connected.
VIDEO
AUDIO
(L) (R)
PC/AV terminal
Yellow
External Input
Terminal
White
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4
Turn the camera on.
• It is recommended to use the optional AC adapter kit K-AC119 if you
intend to use the camera for a long time (p.35).
• Depending on the country or region, images and movie files may fail
to be played back if the video output format is set differently from the
one in use there. If this happens, change the video output format
setting (p.169).
• The camera display turns off while the camera is connected to AV
equipment.
• Volume cannot be adjusted with the Zoom button while the camera is
connected to AV equipment.
Memo
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Images
Editing Images ........................................ 136
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) ...... 155
About printing
The following options are available for printing images taken with this
camera.
1 Use a printing service.
2 Use your printer with an SD Memory Card slot to print directly
from the SD Memory Card.
3 Use your computer’s software to print images.
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Editing Images
By changing the size of a selected image, you can make the file size
smaller than the original. You can use this function to continue taking
pictures when the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory is full, by
making the images smaller and overwriting the original images to make
more space available.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller
(45) to choose the image you want to resize.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select n (Resize).
4
Press the 4 button.
The screen for choosing the size appears.
Changing the Image Size (Resize)
• Images taken with A, images taken with I (16-frame shooting)
mode, panoramic images and movies cannot be resized.
• You cannot select a larger resolution than that of the original image.
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
Changes Recorded Pixels
and Quality Level to make
the file size smaller
R e s i ze
Resize
1 / 2
1/2
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5
Select [Recorded Pixels].
Use the four-way controller (45) to choose
the size.
6
Press the 4 button.
A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears.
If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a
new image and the following confirmation dialog does not appear.
7
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
8
Press the 4 button.
The resized image is saved.
You can delete the unwanted part of a picture and save the cropped
image as a separate image.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller
(45) to choose the image you want to crop.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
Cropping Images
Images taken with A, panoramic images, images taken with I (16-
frame shooting) mode and movies cannot be cropped.
OK
OK
O K
OK
Recorded Pixels
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
MENU
7
M
OK
OK
O K
OK
Overwrite
Save as
Cancel
Overwrite
original image?
O v e r write
o r i g inal image?
Overwrite
original image?
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3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select o (Cropping).
4
Press the 4 button.
The cropping screen appears.
The largest size of the cropped image is shown with a green frame on
the screen. The cropped image cannot be larger than this cropping
frame size.
5
Choose the cropping conditions.
The following operations move the green
frame and set the area for cropping on the
screen.
Zoom/f/y button Changes the size of the cropping
frame
Four-way controller (2345) Moves the cropping frame up, down,
left and right
Green button Rotates the cropping frame
6
Press the 4 button.
The cropped image is saved with a new file name.
The number of recorded pixels is selected automatically according to
the size of the cropped image.
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
For cropping images to the
size you like. Saved as a
new image
C r o p ping
Cropping
1 / 2
1/2
OKMENU
C a n c el
Cancel OK
O K
OK
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Images are processed to reduce the size of people’s faces detected with
the Face Detection function (p.67) when taking pictures so that they look
smaller.
1
In Q mode, use the four-way controller (45) to
choose the image you want to edit.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select N (Small Face
Filter).
4
Press the 4 button.
Face detection frames for faces that can be corrected are displayed.
Proceed to Step 6 when there is only one detection frame.
5
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select a face to be
processed.
A green frame indicates the face that is to
be processed.
6
Press the 4 button.
7
Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the reduction ratio.
F Approx. 5%
G Approx. 7%
H Approx. 10%
Processing Images to Make Faces Look Smaller
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
Reduces the size of faces
in the image, for well-
proportioned portraits
S m a l l Face Filter
Small Face Filter
1 / 2
1/2
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
MENU
MENU
Cancel
Cancel
MENU
Cancel
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8
Press the 4 button.
A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears.
If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a
new image and the following confirmation dialog does not appear.
9
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
10
Press the 4 button.
The camera returns to
Q
mode and the processed image is displayed.
For enhancing skin tone while smoothing blemishes of the people.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller
(45) to choose the image you want to correct.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select C (Natural
Skin Tone).
You may not be able to process images in the following situations:
- When the size of face taken in relation to an image is too large or
too small
- When faces are located in the edges of an image
In such cases, the face detection frame in Step 4 will not appear.
Processing Images to Smooth Blemishes on the
Skin
Overwrite
Save as
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
Overwrit
Overwrite
original image
original image?
Overwrite
original image?
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
For enhancing skin tone
while smoothing blemishes
of the people
N a t u ral Skin To n e
Natural Skin Tone
1 / 2
1/2
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4
Press the 4 button.
A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears.
If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a
new image and the following confirmation dialog does not appear.
5
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
6
Press the 4 button.
The processed image is saved with the same number of recorded
pixels and quality level as the original.
• The natural skin tone function cannot be used on panoramic images,
images taken with I (16-frame shooting) mode, movies or on images
where people’s faces cannot be detected on the camera. An error
message appears in Step 4.
• The natural skin tone function can only be used with still pictures taken
with this camera.
Overwrite
Save as
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
OK
Overwrit
Overwrite
original image
original image?
Overwrite
original image?
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This mode lets you change the color tones and perform special
processing on a selected image.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller
(45) to choose the image you want to edit.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select P (Digital
Filter).
Using the Digital Filters
B&W Filter Processes the image using the B&W filter.
Sepia Filter Processes the image using the sepia filter.
Toy Camera
Filter
Processes the image that looks as though it was shot with a toy
camera.
Retro Filter
Processes the image into one that has the look of an old photo.
Color Filter
Processes the image using the selected color filter. You can choose
from six filters: red, pink, purple, blue, green, and yellow.
Starburst Filter
Processes the image of night scenes or lights reflected on water
with a special sparkling look achieved by adding effects to the
image’s highlights. You can choose from three filters: Cross, Heart
and Star.
Soft Filter
Processes the image into a soft image that appears soft overall.
Fish-eye Filter
Creates an image that looks as though it was shot with a fish-eye
lens.
Brightness Filter Adjusts the brightness of the image.
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
Apply the digital filters
to images such as Color
or Brightness filters
D i g i tal Filter
Digital Filter
1 / 2
1/2
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4
Press the 4 button.
The digital filter selection screen appears.
1 B&W Filter
2 Sepia Filter
3 Toy Camera Filter
4 Retro Filter
5 Color Filter
6 Starburst Filter
7 Soft Filter
8 Fish-eye Filter
9 Brightness Filter
5
Use the four-way controller (23) to choose a digital
filter.
The preview image of the result of the filter effect appears.
6
Press the 4 button.
A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears.
If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a new
image and the following confirmation dialog does not appear.
7
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
8
Press the 4 button.
Images processed with the filter are recorded with the same number of
recorded pixels and quality level as the original image.
To Select a B&W Filter, Sepia Filter or Soft Filter
123456789
OK
OK
O K
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
OKCancel
OK
OK
O K
OK
Overwrite
Save as
Cancel
Overwrite
O v e r write
original image?
o r i g inal image?
Overwrite
original image?
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5
Use the four-way controller (23) to choose a digital
filter.
6
Use the four-way controller (45)
to adjust the effect.
7
Press the 4 button.
A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears.
If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a new
image and the following confirmation dialog does not appear.
8
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
9
Press the 4 button.
Images processed with the filter are recorded with the same number of
recorded pixels and quality level as the original image.
To Select a Retro Filter or Color Filter
Four-way controller
(4)
Default Setting
Four-way controller
(5)
Retro Blue Original image Amber
Color Red ↔ Pink ↔ Purple ↔ Blue ↔ Green ↔ Yellow
OK
OK
O K
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
OKCancel
OK
OK
O K
OK
Overwrite
Save as
Cancel
Overwrite
O v e r write
original image?
o r i g inal image?
Overwrite
original image?
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5
Use the four-way controller (23) to select the digital
filter you want to use.
6
Use the four-way controller (45)
to adjust the effect.
7
Press the 4 button.
A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears.
If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a
new image and the following confirmation dialog does not appear.
8
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
9
Press the 4 button.
Images processed with the filter are recorded with the same number of
recorded pixels and quality level as the original image.
To Select a Toy Camera Filter, Fish-eye Filter, Starburst Filter or
Brightness Filter
Four-way
controller (4)
Default Setting
Four-way
controller (5)
Toy Camera Filter Weak Standard Strong
Fish-eye Filter Weak Medium Strong
Brightness Filter Dark Standard Bright
Starburst Filter Cross ↔ Heart ↔ Star
OK
OK
O K
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
OKCancel
OK
OK
O K
OK
Overwrite
Save as
Cancel
Overwrite
O v e r write
original image?
o r i g inal image?
Overwrite
original image?
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You can correct images where the flash has caused the subject to
appear with red eyes.
1
Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller
(45) to choose the image you want to correct.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select Z (Red-eye
Compensation).
4
Press the 4 button.
A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears.
If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a
new image and the following confirmation dialog does not appear.
5
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
6
Press the 4 button.
The processed image is saved with the same number of recorded
pixels and quality level as the original.
Panoramic images, movies or images taken with another camera cannot
be edited using Digital Filter function. An error message appears if you
choose this function from the Playback Mode Palette and press the 4
button.
Compensating for an Unwanted Red-eye Effect
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
For compensating red-eye.
May not work due to the
condition of the image
R e d - eye Compensation
Red-eye Compensation
1 / 2
1/2
OK
OK
O K
OK
Overwrite
Save as
Cancel
Overwrite
O v e r write
original image?
o r i g inal image?
Overwrite
original image?
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This function lets you add a decorative frame to still pictures. There are
3 frames already stored in the camera.
1
Enter the
Q
mode and use the four-way controller (
45
)
to choose the image to which you want to add a frame.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select N (Frame
Composite).
4
Press the 4 button.
A 9-frame display of the frame selection screen appears.
5
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose a frame.
• The red-eye compensation function cannot be used on panoramic
images, images taken with I (16-frame shooting) mode, movies or on
images where red eyes cannot be detected on the camera. An error
message appears in Step 4.
• The red-eye compensation function can only be used with still pictures
taken with this camera.
Adding a Frame (Frame Composite)
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
For composing an image
with a frame. Select Over-
write or Save as to save
F r a m e Composite
Frame Composite
1 / 2
1/2
y
OK
O K
OK
OK
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6
Press y on the Zoom/f/y
button.
The selected frame appears in single-image
display.
You can choose another frame using either
of the following operations.
Four-way controller (45) Press to choose a different frame.
Zoom/f/y button (f)
Press to return to the 9-frame display of
the frame selection screen, and then
perform Step 5 to choose a different frame.
7
Press the 4 button.
The frame position and size adjustment
screen appears.
Use the four-way controller (2345) to
adjust the position of the image, and use the
Zoom/f/y button to make the image
larger or smaller.
8
Press the 4 button.
A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears.
If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a new
image and the following confirmation dialog does not appear.
9
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
10
Press the 4 button.
The processed image is saved with the recorded pixels of h.
The Frame Composite function cannot be used on images taken with
B or A, panoramic images, images taken with I (16-frame
shooting) mode, movies or images of size smaller than h. An error
message appears in Step 4.
OK
OK
OK
OKMENU
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
O K
OK
OK
O K
OK
Overwrite
Save as
Cancel
O v e r write
o r i g inal image?
Overwrite
original image?
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Optional Frames
In addition to the built-in frames in the Optio RS1500, the CD-ROM (S-SW116)
supplied with the camera contains a total of 90 optional frames. These frames
can be stored either in the built-in memory or on SD Memory Cards. To save
the optional frames into the built-in memory, do so after removing the SD
Memory Card.
To Copy Frames
1
Remove the SD Memory Card from the camera.
If you leave the SD Memory Card in the camera, the frames will be
copied onto the card, not into the camera's built-in memory.
2
Connect the camera to the computer using the
provided USB cable (I-USB98).
See “Connecting with Computers” in chapter 7 for instructions on
connecting the camera to a computer.
3
When the device detection window opens, click
[Cancel].
4
Insert the CD-ROM (S-SW116) into the CD-ROM drive.
5
When the installer window opens, click [EXIT].
6
If there is not already a “FRAME” folder in the root
directory of the camera (removable disk), create the folder.
7
Copy the desired files from the FRAME folder in the
root directory of the CD-ROM to the FRAME folder on
the camera (removable disk).
For information on working with files on your computer, refer to the
instruction manual supplied with the computer.
8
Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and
camera.
See “Connecting with Computers” in chapter 7 for instructions on
disconnecting the cable.
• Frames can be stored both in the built-in memory and on SD Memory
Cards, but using large numbers of frames may slow down
processing speed.
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Frames downloaded from the PENTAX website or other source can be
used for adding a frame to pictures.
You can select a frame from the recorded movie to save as a still picture
or divide a movie into two.
1
In Q mode, use the four-way controller (45) to
choose the movie you want to edit.
2
Press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
3
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select [ (Movie
Editing ).
4
Press the 4 button.
The movie edit selection screen appears.
Subsequent steps vary depending on your
selection.
To Use a New Frame
• Extract the downloaded frame and copy it to the FRAME folder in the
built-in memory or the SD Memory Card.
• The FRAME folder is created when the SD Memory Card is formatted
with this camera.
• For more information on downloading, refer to the PENTAX website.
Editing Movies
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
For cutting out a still
image from a movie or
dividing a movie
M o v i e Editing
Movie Editing
1 / 2
1/2
OK
O K
OK
Save as Still Image
D i v i de Movies
Divide Movies
C a n c el
Cancel
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5
Select [Save as Still Image] on the movie edit selection
screen.
6
Press the 4 button.
The screen appears for selecting a frame to be saved as a still picture.
7
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose the frame you
want to save.
2 Plays or pauses the movie
3 Stops the movie and returns to the
first frame
4 Reverses the movie frame by frame
5 Advances the movie frame by frame
8
Press the 4 button.
The selected frame is saved as a still picture.
5
Select [Divide Movies] on the movie edit selection
screen.
6
Press the 4 button.
The screen for choosing the dividing position appears.
7
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to determine the
dividing position.
2 Plays or pauses the movie
3 Stops the movie and returns to the
first frame
4 Reverses the movie frame by frame
5 Advances the movie frame by frame
To Save a Frame from a Movie as a Still Picture
To Divide a Movie
Select the image
to save
Select the image
to save
100
1 0 0
-
0042
0 0 4 2
100
-
0042
00:06
0 0 : 0 6
00:06
OKMENU
OK
OK
Cancel
Cancel
1
1
Select image for
dividing position
Select image for
dividing position
100
1 0 0
-
0042
0 0 4 2
100
-
0042
00:09
0 0 : 0 9
1
00:09
1
OKMENU
OK
OK
Cancel
Cancel
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Editing and Printing Images
8
Press the 4 button.
A confirmation dialog appears.
9
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Divide].
10
Press the 4 button.
The movie is divided at the specified position, the two portions are
saved as new files, and the original one is deleted.
The protected movies cannot be divided.
Divide
Cancel
Divide at this position?
D i v i de at this position?
Divide at this position?
OK
OK
O K
OK
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Editing and Printing Images
You can copy images from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card
and vice versa. This function can only be selected when an SD Memory
Card has been inserted in the camera.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode.
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select p (Image
Copy).
3
Press the 4 button.
The copying method selection screen appears.
All the images in the built-in memory are copied to the SD Memory Card
at once. Before copying the images, make sure that there is enough
space on the SD Memory Card.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [2}{].
5
Press the 4 button.
All the images are copied.
Copying Images
Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the
SD Memory Card.
To Copy Files from the Built-in Memory to the SD Memory Card
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
To copy images between
the built-in memory and an
SD Memory Card
I m a g e Copy
Image Copy
2 / 2
2/2
OK
OK
O K
OK
Cancel
C a n c el
SD
SD
SD
Cancel
SD
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Editing and Printing Images
Selected images from the SD Memory Card are copied to the built-in
memory one by one at a time.
4
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [{}2].
5
Press the 4 button.
6
Use the four-way controller (45)
to select the image you want to
copy.
7
Press the 4 button.
The selected image is copied.
To Copy Files from the SD Memory Card to the Built-in Memory
When a file is copied from the SD Memory Card to the built-in memory,
it is assigned a new file name.
OK
O KOK
OK
MENU
C a n c elC a ncel
Cancel
C o p i es this image to
a l t e rnate memory
Copies this image to
alternate memory
100
1 0 0
-
0017
0 0 1 7
100
-
0017
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Editing and Printing Images
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is the format for storing print order
data on still pictures captured with a digital camera. Once the print order
data has been stored, the pictures can be printed according to the DPOF
settings using a DPOF-compatible printer or photo processing lab.
You cannot store print order data for movies.
Set the following items for each image.
1
In Q mode, press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select r (DPOF).
3
Press the 4 button.
The screen for selecting [Single Image] or [All Images] appears.
If the picture already has the date and/or time imprinted on it (p.103), do
not set [Date] to O (On) in DPOF setting. If you select O, the imprinted
date and/or time may overlap.
Printing Single Images
Copies Choose the number of copies up to 99.
Date Specify whether you want the date inserted on the print or not.
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
For the print settings.
Useful when printing at a
printing service
D P O F
DPOF
2 / 2
2/2
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4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Single Image].
5
Press the 4 button.
The message [Applies DPOF settings to this image] appears.
To apply DPOF settings for another image, use the four-way controller
(45) to select another image.
If DPOF settings have already been applied for an image, the previous
number of copies and date setting (O or P) will be displayed.
6
Use the four-way controller (23)
to choose the number of copies.
7
Use the Green button to choose
whether to insert the date or not.
O(On) The date will be imprinted.
P (Off) The date will not be imprinted.
To continue setting DPOF print order data,
use the four-way controller (45) to choose
another image and repeat Steps 6 and 7.
8
Press the 4 button.
The settings are saved and the screen returns to the DPOF menu.
Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the photo processing
lab, the date may not be imprinted on the pictures even if O (On) is
selected in the DPOF setting.
To cancel DPOF settings, set the number of copies to [00] in Step 6 and
press the 4 button.
OK
OK
O K
OK
All Images
A l l Images
All Images
Single Image
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
C opies
A p p l ies DPOF settings
t o t his image
Applies DPO F settings
to this image
D a te
D a t e
D a te
00
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
MENU OK
OK
O K
OK
100
1 0 0
-
0017
0 0 1 7
100
-
0017
MENU
C opies
A p p l ies DPOF settings
t o t his image
Applies DPO F settings
to this image
D a te
D a t e
D a te
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
OK
OK
O K
OK
100
1 0 0
-
0017
0 0 1 7
100
-
0017
01
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Editing and Printing Images
When you choose the number of copies and whether or not to insert the
date, the settings are applied to all the images stored in the camera.
1
Display the screen for DPOF settings in Q mode.
Refer to Steps 1 to 3 on p.155.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [All Images].
3
Press the 4 button.
The message [Applies DPOF settings to all images] appears.
4
Choose the number of copies and
whether to insert the date or not.
Refer to Steps 6 and 7 in “Printing Single
Images” (p.156) for details on how to make
the settings.
5
Press the 4 button.
The settings for all the images are saved and the camera returns to the
DPOF setting screen.
\
Printing All Images
The number of copies specified in the [All Images] setting applies to all
the images. Before printing, check that the number is correct.
Settings for single images are canceled when settings are made with [All
Images].
C opies
A p p l ies DPOF settings
t o a ll images
Applies DPO F settings
to a ll image s
D a te
D a t e
D a te
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
OK
OK
O K
OK
MENU
01
Memo
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Camera Settings ...................................... 160
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Settings
Camera Settings
Formatting deletes all the data on the SD Memory Card/built-in memory.
Be sure to use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that
is unused or has been used on other cameras or digital devices.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Format].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Format] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Format].
Formatting an SD Memory Card/built-in memory
• When the SD Memory Card is inserted to the camera, the SD Memory
Card will be formatted.
To format the built-in memory, be sure to operate after taking out the
SD Memory Card.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may
damage the card and render it unusable.
• Formatting deletes all the data on the card, including protected images
and images recorded with a computer or camera other than this
camera.
• SD Memory Cards formatted on a computer or device other than this
camera cannot be used. Be sure to format the card with this camera.
Format
All data will be deleted
Format
Cancel
OK
OK
O K
OK
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Settings
5
Press the 4 button.
Format starts.
When formatting is completed, the camera returns to A mode or Q
mode.
You can adjust the volume of operation sounds and change the type of
sound.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Sound] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Operation
Volume].
5
Use the four-way controller (45) to adjust the volume.
Set the volume to 0 to mute the start-up sound, shutter sound,
operation sound, and self-timer sound.
6
Change [Playback Volume] in the same way as in Steps
4 and 5.
Changing the Sound Settings
To Change the Operation Volume/Playback Volume
Sound
Operation Volume
Start-up Sound
Shutter Sound
Operation Sound
Self-timer Sound
MENU
Playback Volume
1
1
1
1
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Settings
4
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Start-up
Sound].
5
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
6
Use the four-way controller (23) to select the sound
type.
Choose from [1], [2], [3] or [Off].
7
Press the 4 button.
8
Set [Shutter Sound], [Operation Sound] and [Self-timer
Sound] in the same way as in Steps 4 to 7.
9
Press the 3 button.
The screen returns to the [W Setting] menu.
You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the
style in which the date appears on the camera.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Date
Adjustment].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Date Adjustment] screen appears.
To Change the Sound Type
Changing the Date and Time
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4
Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy].
Depending on the initial setting or previous
setting, [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd] may be
displayed.
5
Use the four-way controller (23)
to choose the date format.
Choose from [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or
[yy/mm/dd].
6
Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame moves to [24h].
7
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [24h] (24-hour display) or
[12h] (12-hour display).
8
Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame returns to [Date Format].
9
Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [Date].
D ate Ad j ustment
MENU
C ancel
D ate Format
D ate
Tim e
S e tti ngs complete
mm dd y y
0 1 /01 /201
1
00:00
// 24h
MENU
D ate Ad j ustment
C ancel
D ate Format
D ate
Tim e
S e tti ngs complete
mm dd y y
0 1 /01 /201
1
00:00
// 24h
MENUMENU
D ate Ad j ustment
C ancel
D ate Format
D ate
Tim e
S e tti ngs complete
0 1 /01 /201
1
00:00
mm dd y y//
24h
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Settings
10
Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame moves to one of the following
items depending on the date format set in
Step 5.
For [mm/dd/yy] month (Example: [01])
For [dd/mm/yy] day (Example: [01])
For [yy/mm/dd] year (Example: [2010])
The following operations and screen use
[mm/dd/yy] as an example. The operations are the same even if
another date format has been selected.
11
Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the month.
12
Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame moves to the day field. Use the four-way controller (
23
) to
change the day. After changing the day, change the year in the same manner.
13
Change the time in the same way as in Steps 8 to 11.
If you selected [12h] in Step 7, the setting switches between am and
pm corresponding to the time.
14
Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings
complete].
15
Press the 4 button.
The date and time settings are saved.
When you press the 4 button in Step 15, the camera clock is reset to
00 seconds. To set the exact time, press the 4 button when the time
signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds.
MENU
D ate Ad j ustment
C ancel
D ate Format
D ate
Tim e
S e tti ngs complete
0 1 /01 /201
1
00:00
mm dd y y// 24h
MENU
D ate Ad j ustment
C ancel
D ate Format
D ate
Tim e
S e tti ngs complete
00:00
mm dd y y// 24h
0 1 /01 /2011
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Settings
The date and time selected in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.47) and
“Changing the Date and Time” (p.162) serve as the W (Hometown) date
and time. If you set the Destination city using the world time function, you
can display the Destination date and time when taking pictures in a
different time zone.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [World
Time].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [World Time] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select X (Destination).
5
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Destination] screen appears. The city that is currently selected
blinks on the map.
6
Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the Destination city.
The current time, location and time
difference of the selected city appear.
Setting the World Time
To Set the Destination
MENU
14:2 5
DST
OFF
OFF
OFF
DST
OFF
OFF
OFF
World Time
D e s tination
Hometown
Select Time
New York
New York
14:2 5
Destination
City New York
DST TimeDif.
+
0:00
MENU
Cancel
OK
OK
14:25
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Settings
7
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [DST].
8
Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P
(Off).
Select O (On) if the Destination city uses daylight saving time.
9
Press the 4 button.
The [World Time] setting is saved.
10
Press the 3 button twice.
The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [World
Time].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [World Time] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Select Time].
5
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
Select W (Hometown) in Step 4 of p.165 to set the city and DST setting
for the Hometown city.
To Display the Time of the Destination on the Display (Select
Time)
MENU
14:25
DST
DST
OFF
OFF
OFF
World Time
Destination
Hometown
Select Time
London
New York
20:25
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Settings
6
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select X (Destination) or W
(Hometown).
X Displays the time of the Destination
city
W Displays the time of the Hometown
city
7
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
8
Press the 3 button twice.
The camera returns to A mode or Q
mode.
When X (Destination) is selected in Step 6,
the X icon appears on the display to
indicate that the destination date and time
are displayed in A mode.
You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc.
are displayed.
The camera supports the following languages: English, French,
German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Danish,
Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian,
Thai, Korean and Chinese (traditional and simplified).
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Language/
].
Changing the Display Language
DST
DST
OFF
OFF
OFF
MENU
14:25
Destination
Hometown
Select Time
OK
OK
World Time
London
New York
20:25
Cancel
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10/10/2010
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Settings
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Language/ ] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select the desired
language.
5
Press the 4 button.
The menus and messages are displayed in the selected language.
You can change the naming system of the folder for storing images.
When the naming system is set to [Date], pictures are saved in separate
folders by the date they were taken.
Changing the Naming System of the Folder
Date
xxx_mmdd (3-digit folder number_month day)
* xxx_ddmm (3-digit folder number_day month) when the date format is
set to [dd/mm/yy]
PENTX xxxPENTX (where xxx is the 3-digit folder number)
MENU
Cancel
English
Nederlands
Svenska
Italiano
Dansk
OK
Deutsch
Polski
Magyar
Suomi
OK
DCIM
100PENTX
101_0925
102_1001
DCIM
100PENTX
101_0925
DCIM
100PENTX
100 100
101
100
101
102
Taken with the folder
name setting [PENTX].
(e.g. September 25)
Taken with the folder
name setting [Date].
(e.g. September 25)
Next time, taken with
the folder name
setting [Date] again.
(e.g. October 1)
• Up to 900 folders can be created.
• Up to 9999 images can be saved in a folder.
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1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Folder
Name].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [PENTX] or
[Date].
5
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
When you connect the camera to AV equipment, choose the appropriate
video output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking and playing back images.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Video Out].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select video output format.
Choose a video output format to match the
input format of the AV equipment.
Changing the Video Output Format
Setting
Power Saving
Reset
Auto Power Off
3min.
5sec.
Video Out
Brightness Level
2/3
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
OK
NTSC
PAL
Delete all
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Settings
5
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
You can adjust the brightness of the display.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Brightness
Level].
3
Use the four-way controller (45)
to adjust the brightness.
F Dark
G Normal
H Bright
4
Press the 3 button.
The camera returns to A mode or Q mode.
The display appears with the set brightness.
Depending on the country or region, images may fail to be played back
if the video output format is set differently from the one in use there. If
this happens, change the video output format setting.
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment 1p.132
Video output format of each city 1p.204
Adjusting the Brightness of the Display
Setting
Power Saving
Auto Power Off
3min.
5sec.
Video Out
Brightness Level
2/3
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
Exit
NTSC
Delete all
Reset
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Settings
You can save battery power by setting the display to dim automatically
when no operation is performed for a fixed time. After the power saving
function has been activated, the display returns to the ordinary
brightness by pressing any of the buttons.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Power
Saving].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select the time until the camera
enters power saving mode.
Choose from [2min.], [1min.], [30sec.],
[15sec.], [5sec.] or [Off.].
5
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
Using the Power Saving Function
• Power Saving does not function in the following situations:
- in the playback mode
- while recording a movie
- while the camera is connected to a computer
- while a menu is being displayed
• When no operation is performed right after the camera is turned on,
Power Saving is activated only after 15 seconds elapse even if [5sec.]
is set.
Setting
Power Saving
Auto Power Off
Video Out
Brightness Level
2/3
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
OK
2min.
Off
5sec.
30sec.
1min.
15sec.
Delete all
Reset
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Settings
You can set the camera to turn off automatically when no operation is
performed for a fixed time.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto Power
Off].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select the time until the camera
turns off automatically.
Choose from [5min.], [3min.] or [Off].
5
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
Setting the Auto Power Off Function
Auto Power Off does not function in the following situations:
- while recording a movie
- during a slideshow or movie playback
- while the camera is connected to a computer
Setting
Power Saving
Auto Power Off
Off
3min.
5min.
Video Out
Reset
Brightness Level
2/3
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
OK
NTSC
Delete all
5sec.
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Settings
You can choose the start-up screen displayed when the camera is
turned on.
You can choose any of the following images as the start-up screen:
- The Guide Display Start-up Screen showing a guide to the shooting
modes and buttons
- One of the 3 pre-installed screens
- One of your own images (compatible images only)
1
In Q mode, press the four-way controller (3).
The Playback Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select ^ (Start-up
Screen).
3
Press the 4 button.
The image selection screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (45)
to choose the image for the start-
up screen.
Only images available for the start-up
screen are displayed. You can also choose
one of the 3 pre-installed screens or the
Guide Display Start-up Screen already
stored in the camera.
5
Press the 4 button.
The start-up screen is set.
Changing the Start-up Screen
OK
OK
MENU
Cancel
For setting a captured
image as the Start-up
Screen
S t a r t-up Screen
Start-up Screen
2 / 2
2/2
100
1 0 0
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0017
0 0 1 7
100
-
0017
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
OK
O K
Cancel
OK
OK
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Settings
You can reset the camera settings to their defaults. Refer to “Default
Settings” (p.200) for the reset settings.
1
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
[W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
2
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Reset].
3
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Reset] screen appears.
4
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Reset].
5
Press the 4 button.
The settings return to the defaults.
• Once the start-up screen has been set, it will not be deleted even if the
original image is deleted or the SD Memory Card/built-in memory is
formatted.
• Select [Off] to hide the start-up screen.
• The start-up screen is not displayed when the camera starts up in the
playback mode.
Resetting to Default Settings (Reset)
Setting
Power Saving
Auto Power Off
3min.
5sec.
Video Out
Brightness Level
2/3
MENU
Cancel
C a n c el
Exit
NTSC
Delete all
Reset
Reset
Returns to default
settings
Reset
Cancel
OK
OK
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The following settings are not affected by resetting:
- Date Adjustment
-World Time
- Language/
- Video Out
Memo
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Computer
Setting Up Your Computer ..................... 178
Connecting to Your Computer ............... 185
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Viewing Images on a Computer
Setting Up Your Computer
By installing the software included on the provided CD-ROM on your
computer and connecting the camera to your computer with the USB
cable, you can transfer images and movies captured with your camera
to the computer and then display and manage them. This section
explains how to install the provided software and the other necessary
preparations for enjoying the captured pictures and movies on your
computer.
The following software is included in the provided CD-ROM (S-SW116).
Image viewing/managing/editing software
Windows
• “MediaImpression 3.0 for PENTAX”
Macintosh
• “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX”
Applicable languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian,
Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Japanese
The following system requirements must be met for you to fully enjoy the
images and movies captured with the camera on your computer.
Provided Software
It is recommended to use the optional AC adapter kit K-AC119 when the
camera is connected to the computer (p.35). If the battery runs out of
power while images are being transmitted to the computer, the image
data may be lost or damaged.
System Requirements
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* Operation is not guaranteed on all computers meeting the system
requirements.
* The system requirements describe the minimum environment for playing and
editing movies.
* Operation is not guaranteed on all computers meeting the system
requirements.
* The system requirements describe the minimum environment for playing and
editing movies.
Windows
OS Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista or Windows 7
• The OS must be preinstalled and updated to the latest version.
CPU Pentium IV 1.6 GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon
(Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon X2
processor recommended)
Memory 512 MB minimum (1 GB or more recommended)
Hard Disk Space 300 MB minimum
Others CD-ROM drive
USB port as standard equipment
1024 × 768 pixels, 16-bit color monitor or greater
Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows NT
and Windows 2000 are not supported.
Macintosh
OS Mac OS X (Ver.10.3.9, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6)
• The OS must be preinstalled and updated to the latest version.
CPU PowerPC G4 800 MHz processor or equivalent CPU (Power PC
G5 or Intel Core Duo processor recommended)
Memory 512 MB minimum (1 GB or more recommended)
Hard Disk Space 300 MB minimum
Others CD-ROM drive
USB port as standard equipment
1024 × 768 pixels, 16-bit color monitor or greater
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Install the image viewing/managing/editing software “MediaImpression”.
1
Turn your Windows PC on.
2
Insert the provided CD-ROM into the CD-ROM/DVD
drive.
If the installation screen appears, go to Step 5.
3
Click [Computer] in the Start menu.
4
Double-click the CD-ROM/DVD drive (S-SW116) icon.
The installation screen appears.
5
Click [MediaImpression 3.0 for
PENTAX], choose a language
in the “Choose Setup
Language” screen and click
[OK].
The setup screen appears. Follow the
on-screen guidance and install the
software.
Installing the Software
• Make sure your computer meets the system requirements before
installing the software.
• When multiple accounts have been set up in your computer, log on
with an account that has administrative rights before installing the
software.
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6
Select the file format to use
and click [Next].
All files in the checked format will open
with MediaImpression 3.0 for
PENTAX. Remove the check to open
the file using another application.
7
Click [Finish].
Installation is complete.
Reboot your computer.
1
Turn your Macintosh on.
2
Insert the provided CD-ROM (S-SW116) into the CD-
ROM/DVD drive.
3
Double-click the CD-ROM (S-SW116) icon.
4
Double-click the [PENTAX Software Installer] icon.
The installation screen appears.
5
Click [MediaImpression 2.1 for
PENTAX].
The setup screen appears. Follow the
on-screen guidance and install the
software.
Macintosh
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6
Click [Close].
Installation is complete.
7
Click [Exit] on the installation screen.
The window is closed.
In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product
registration.
If your computer is connected to the
Internet, please click [Product
Registration] on the installation screen.
The world map screen shown on the right
for Internet Product Registration is
displayed. Click the displayed country or
region and then follow the instructions to
register your product.
Only customers in countries and regions
displayed on the software installation screen can register their products
on the Internet Product Registration.
Product Registration on the Internet
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Set the device to which the camera is connected with the USB cable.
1
Turn your camera on.
2
Press the 3 button in Q mode.
The [W Setting] menu appears.
When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way
controller (5) once.
3
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [USB
Connection].
4
Press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears.
5
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [MSC].
6
Press the 4 button.
The setting is saved.
Setting the USB Connection Mode
Make sure to set the USB Connection mode before connecting your
camera to the computer. You cannot perform the following setting if the
camera is connected to your computer with the USB cable.
Setting
Folder Name
Sound
Date Adjustment
World Time
1/3
MENU
Cancel
OK
OK
MSC
PTP
USB
Connection
10/10/2010
English
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MSC (Mass Storage Class)
A general-purpose driver program that handles devices connected to the
computer via USB as a memory device. Also indicates a standard for
controlling USB devices with this driver.
By simply connecting a device that supports USB Mass Storage Class,
you can copy, read, and write files from a computer without installing a
dedicated driver.
PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol)
A protocol that allows transfer of digital images and control of digital
cameras via USB, standardized as ISO 15740.
You can transfer image data between devices that support PTP without
installing a device driver.
Unless otherwise specified, select MSC when connecting the
Optio RS1500 to your computer.
MSC (Mass Storage Class) and PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol)
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Connecting to Your Computer
Connect your camera to the computer using the provided USB cable (I-
USB98).
1
Turn your computer on.
2
Turn your camera off.
3
Connect your camera to the computer using the USB
cable.
Connect the terminal of the USB cable with pointing toward the 4
on the PC/AV terminal of the camera.
4
Turn your camera on.
For Windows, the “AutoPlay” screen appears on the computer.
If the “AutoPlay” screen does not appear, follow the steps in “When the
[AutoPlay] screen does not appear” (p.186).
For Macintosh, the camera is recognized as [NO NAME]
on the desktop.
Connecting the Camera and Your Computer
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Import the images captured with the camera into your computer.
• The self-timer lamp blinks while the camera is connected to a
computer.
• For Macintosh, the volume label name appears instead of [NO NAME]
if the SD Memory Card has a volume label. A new unformatted SD
Memory Card may show the manufacturer's name or model number.
When the [AutoPlay] screen does not appear
1
Double-click the
[MediaImpression] icon on
the desktop.
MediaImpression starts and the Start
page appears.
2
Click [PhotoImpression].
3
Click [Import].
The import screen appears. For
subsequent steps, go to Step 6 on
p.187.
Transferring Images
• If there is no SD Memory Card in the camera, the images stored in the
built-in memory will be transferred to your computer.
• If you are using a Macintosh, go to p.188.
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5
Click [Import media files to
local disk].
MediaImpression 3.0 for PENTAX
starts and the import screen appears.
6
Select an image to import.
To select multiple images, choose the
images while pressing the Ctrl key.
To specify the destination location,
click the folder icon.
Windows
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7
Click [Import Selected].
The images are imported to the
computer and the Media Browser
screen appears.
When a message appears after import
is complete, click [Done].
5
Double-click the
[MediaImpression 2.1 for
PENTAX] icon in the
[Applications] folder.
MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX starts and the Start page appears.
If the images from the camera are not displayed in the import screen,
select [Removable Disk] in [Get Media from].
If the SD Memory Card has a volume label, the volume label name
appears instead of [Removable Disk]. The manufacturer name or model
number may appear for a new unformatted SD Memory Card.
Macintosh
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6
Click [Import].
The import screen appears. For
subsequent steps, refer to Step 6 and
7 on p.187.
1
Click the [Safely Remove
Hardware] icon in the task bar.
The “Safely Remove Hardware” screen
appears.
2
Click [Eject (the device
connected)].
A message appears indicating that the
hardware can be safely removed.
3
Disconnect the USB cable from your Windows PC and
the camera.
If the images from the camera are not displayed in the import screen,
select [NO NAME] (or the volume label name) in [Get Media from].
Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer
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1
Drag [NO NAME] on the desktop to the trash.
If the SD Memory Card has a volume label, drag the icon of that name
to the trash.
2
Disconnect the USB cable from your Macintosh and the
camera.
“MediaImpression” lets you view, edit, manage, search for, share, and
print images.
1
Double-click the [MediaImpression] icon on the
desktop (for Windows) or in the [Applications] folder
(for Macintosh).
MediaImpression starts and the Start page appears.
2
Click [PhotoImpression].
The Media Browser screen appears.
Macintosh
• If the camera (removable disk) is being used by an application such as
“MediaImpression”, the camera cannot be disconnected until the
application is closed.
• The camera will automatically switch to the playback mode when the
USB cable is disconnected from your computer or the camera.
Starting “MediaImpression”
* The screen shown is for a
Windows PC. Items shown
will differ depending on the
operating system and
settings.
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3
Select and click the folder
containing the images you
wish to view.
The images are displayed.
4
Select and double-click an
image you wish to view.
You can enlarge/reduce the display
size of the image or edit the image.
You can also play back movies.
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You can find more information on how to use “MediaImpression” by
using the help pages.
1
Select [Help] in [Menu] at the top right of the screen (for
Windows) or [MediaImpression Help] in [Help] on the
menu bar (for Macintosh).
The help screen appears in the web browser.
2
Click the desired topic.
The explanation is displayed.
Details on How to Use “MediaImpression”
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Functions Available for Each
Shooting Mode ........................................ 194
Messages ................................................. 196
Troubleshooting ...................................... 198
Default Settings ....................................... 200
List of World Time Cities ........................ 204
Optional Accessories ............................. 205
Main Specifications ................................ 206
WARRANTY POLICY ............................... 210
Index ......................................................... 216
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Functions Available for Each Shooting
Mode
z: Can be set. ×: Cannot be set.
b 9 RA
B F
G C
C
C
dD
K
E
Q \
H K
Uc
I Button
Face Detection On
zzzz z zz z
Smile Capture
zzzz z zz z
Face Detection Off
× zzz ××zz
Flash
Mode
, (Auto)
zzz × zz× z
a (Flash Off)
zzzz z zz z
b (Flash On)
z × zz z z × z
d (Flash On + Red-eye)
z × zz z z × z
Drive
Mode
9 (Standard)
zzzz z zz z
g (Self-timer)
zzzz z zz z
Z (2 sec. Self-timer)
j (Continuous Shooting)
××z × z*13 z × z
K(Burst Shooting)
××z × z*13 z × z
I (16-frame shooting)
××z × z*13 ×× z
Focus
Mode
= (Standard)
zzzz z zz z
q (Macro)
r(Super Macro)
z × zz z zz z
3 (Pan Focus)
zzzz z zz z
s (Infinity)
z × zz z zz z
Recorded Pixels
z ×*1 zz z ×*2 zz
White Balance
×*4 ×*4 zz ×*4 ×*4 z ×*4
Focusing Area
×*5 ×*5 zz z zz*6 z
Sensitivity
z ×*7 zz z z×*7 z
EV Compensation
×*8 ×*8 zz z zz z
Shadow Correction
××zz z zz z
Digital Blur Removal / Movie SR
zz*9 zz z zz z
Zoom
zz*11 zz z zz*11 z
Date Imprint
z × zz z z × z
*1 Fixed at W
*2 Fixed at h
*3 Fixed at i
*4 Fixed at F
*5 Fixed at J (Multiple)
*6 W (Automatic Tracking AF) is not available
Shooting Mode
Function
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c
N F
Page
zzz
Face Detection On
I Button p.67
zz ×
Smile Capture
zzz
Face Detection Off
zzz
, (Auto)
Flash
Mode
p.92
zzz
a (Flash Off)
zzz
b (Flash On)
zzz
d (Flash On + Red-eye)
zzz
9 (Standard)
Drive
Mode
—
zzz
g (Self-timer)
p.85
Z (2 sec. Self-timer)
z ××
j (Continuous Shooting)
p.86
z ××
K(Burst Shooting)
×××
I (16-frame shooting)
zzz
= (Standard)
Focus
Mode
p.94
q (Macro)
zzz
r(Super Macro)
zzz
3 (Pan Focus)
zzz
s (Infinity)
z ×*2 ×*3
Recorded Pixels p.96
zzz
White Balance p.98
zz*6 z
Focusing Area p.95
×*7 zz
Sensitivity p.101
zzz
EV Compensation p.99
zzz
Shadow Correction p.100
z ×*10 ×*10
Digital Blur Removal / Movie SR p.102
z*12 zz
Zoom p.73
zzz
Date Imprint p.103
*7 Fixed at Auto
*8 Fixed at ±0.0
*9 Fixed at P
*10 Fixed at P
*11 Intelligent Zoom is not available
*12 Only optical zoom is available
*13 Not available in C (Natural Skin Tone)
mode.
Function
Shooting Mode
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Messages
Messages such as the following may appear on the display during
camera operation.
Message Description
Battery depleted
The battery exhausted. Replace with charged battery.
(p.31)
Memory card full
The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be
saved.
Insert a new SD Memory Card or delete unwanted images
(p.37, p.125).
Change the recorded pixels of recorded images and try
again (p.136).
Memory card error
Shooting and playback are impossible due to a problem
with the SD Memory Card. You may be able to display or
copy the images on the card using a computer.
Card is not formatted
The SD Memory Card you have inserted is unformatted or
has been formatted on a computer or other device and is
not compatible with this camera. Format the SD Memory
Card in the camera (p.160).
The built-in memory is
not formatted
The data within the built-in memory are damaged. Format
the built-in memory.
Card is locked The SD Memory Card is write-protected (p.39).
Compression error
This message appears when the camera fails to compress
an image. Change the recorded pixels of the image and try
shooting or saving it again.
No image There are no images on the SD Memory Card.
Movie recording stopped
This message appears when the internal temperature of the
camera has exceeded normal operating limits while
recording a movie.
Deleting This message appears when deleting an image.
Camera cannot play this
image and sound
You are trying to play back a picture or a movie in a format
not supported by this camera. You may be able to play it
back on another brand of camera or on your computer.
Image folder cannot be
created
The largest file number (9999) has been assigned to an
image in the largest folder number (999) and no more
images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or
format the card/built-in memory (p.160).
Protected The image you are trying to delete is protected.
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Data being recorded
This message appears when you try to switch to Q mode
while an image is still being recorded, or when the protect
setting or DPOF setting is being changed. It disappears
after the image is recorded or the setting is changed.
Data being processed
This message appears when the camera takes more than
five seconds to display an image due to image processing,
or when the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory is
being formatted.
Built-in memory full Displayed if the built-in memory is full when saving a file.
No image to be
processed
Displayed when there are no images.
This image cannot be
processed
Displayed for files that cannot be processed.
No card in the camera Displayed when no SD Memory Card is inserted.
Available built-in
memory is insufficient to
copy the images
Displayed when there is insufficient built-in memory to
perform copying.
Cannot process
correctly
Displayed when Natural Skin Tone or Red-eye
Compensation processing fails.
Plays back stored
images in the built-in
memory
Displayed when the camera enters the built-in memory
display.
Message Description
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Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Remedy
The camera will
not turn on
The battery is not
installed
Check if a battery is installed. If not,
install a battery.
The battery is installed
incorrectly
Check orientation of the battery. Reinsert
the battery with the label facing the
display (p.32).
The battery is
exhausted
Charged the battery.
No image appears
on the display
The camera is
connected to a
computer
The display is off when the camera is
connected to a computer.
The camera is
connected to a TV
The display is off when the camera is
connected to a TV.
The display is
hard to see
The brightness level of
the display is set too
dark
Adjust the brightness level in [Brightness
Level] in the [W Setting] menu (p.170).
Power Saving function
is activated
When the Power Saving function is
activated, the display automatically
darkens after a certain amount of time.
Press a button to return to the normal
brightness level.
Select [Off] in [Power Saving] in the
[W Setting] menu to turn the Power
Saving function off (p.171).
The shutter will
not release
The flash is charging
Pictures cannot be taken while the flash
is charging. Wait until charging is
finished.
There is no available
space on the SD
Memory Card or in the
built-in memory
Insert an SD Memory Card with available
space or delete unwanted images (p.37,
125).
Recording Wait until recording is finished.
The picture is dark
when using the
flash
The subject is too far
away in a dark
environment, such as
a night scene
The picture becomes dark if the subject is
too far away. Take pictures within the
specified flash range.
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The subject is not
in focus
The subject is difficult
to focus on with
autofocus
The camera may have difficulty in
focusing on subjects such as: low
contrast subjects (a white wall, a blue
sky, etc.), dark subjects, finely-patterned
objects, rapidly-moving objects. It is also
difficult to get proper focus when
shooting through a window or a net. Try
shooting using the focus lock (p.64).
The subject is not in
the focusing area
Locate the desired subject in the focus
frame (focusing area) in the center of the
display. If it is difficult to do so, first lock
the focus on the desired subject (focus
lock), and then move the camera to
recompose.
The flash does not
discharge
The flash mode is set
to a (Flash Off)
Set to Auto or b (Flash On) (p.92).
The drive mode is set
to j, K or I
The focus mode is set
to s
The shooting mode is
set to C
The flash does not discharge in these
modes.
Very occasionally, static electricity may cause camera malfunction. In
this case, remove the battery and install it again. If the camera is then
working properly, normal operation is restored and you can continue
using the camera.
Problem Cause Remedy
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Default Settings
The table below lists the factory default settings.
The meaning of the indications for menu items with a default setting is
explained below.
Last Memory Setting
Yes : The current setting (last memory) is saved when the camera is turned off.
No : The setting returns to the default setting when the camera is turned off.
* : The setting depends on the [Memory] setting (p.110).
—:N/A
Reset Setting
Yes : The setting returns to the default setting with the Reset
function (p.174).
No : The setting is saved even after reset.
—:N/A
[A Rec.Mode] Menu Items
Item Default Setting
Last Memory
Setting
Reset
Setting
Page
Recorded Pixels W (4288×3216) Yes Yes p.96
White Balance F * Yes p.98
Focusing Area J (Multiple) Yes Yes p.95
Sensitivity Auto * Yes p.101
EV Compensation ±0.0 * Yes p.99
Movie
Recorded Pixels M (1280×720, 30fps) Yes Yes p.108
Movie SR P (Off) Yes Yes p.109
Shadow Correction P (Off) Yes Yes p.100
Digital Blur Removal P (Off) Yes Yes p.102
Digital Zoom O (On) * Yes p.75
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[W Setting] Menu Items
Memory
Face Detection P (Off) Yes Yes p.67
Flash Mode O (On) Yes Yes p.92
Drive Mode P (Off) Yes Yes
p.85
p.86
Focus Mode P (Off) Yes Yes p.94
Zoom Position P (Off) Yes Yes p.73
White Balance P (Off) Yes Yes p.98
Sensitivity P (Off) Yes Yes p.101
EV Compensation P (Off) Yes Yes p.99
Digital Zoom O (On) Yes Yes p.75
DISPLAY P (Off) Yes Yes p.20
File No. O (On) Yes Yes —
Green Button Green Mode Yes Yes p.104
Date Imprint Off Yes Yes p.103
Item Default Setting
Last Memory
Setting
Reset
Setting
Page
Sound
Operation Volume 3 Yes Yes
p.161
Playback Volume 3 Yes Yes
Start-up Sound 1 Yes Yes
Shutter Sound 1 Yes Yes
Operation Sound 1 Yes Yes
Self-timer Sound 1 Yes Yes
Date
Adjustment
Date Format (date)
According to initial
setting
Yes No
p.47
p.162
Date Format (time) 24h Yes No
Date 01/01/2011 Yes No
Time
According to initial
setting
Yes No
World
Time
Select Time W Hometown Yes Yes
p.165
Destination (City)
According to initial
setting
Yes No
Destination (DST) P (Off) Yes No
Hometown (City)
According to initial
setting
Yes No
Hometown (DST) P (Off) Yes No
Item Default Setting
Last Memory
Setting
Reset
Setting
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Playback Mode Palette Items
Language/
According to initial
setting
Yes No
p.43
p.167
Folder Name Date Yes Yes p.168
USB Connection MSC Yes Yes p.183
Video Out
According to initial
setting
Yes No p.169
Brightness Level G Yes Yes p.170
Power Saving 5 sec. Yes Yes p.171
Auto Power Off 3 min. Yes Yes p.172
Reset Cancel — — p.174
Delete all Cancel — — p.128
Format Cancel — — p.160
Item Default Setting
Last Memory
Setting
Reset
Setting
Page
Slideshow
Interval 3 sec. Yes Yes
p.120Screen Effect Wipe Yes Yes
Sound Effect O(On) Yes Yes
Small Face Filter Approx. 7% No No p.139
Natural Skin Tone — — — p.140
Resize Recorded Pixels
Depending on the
picture taken
— — p.136
Cropping
Depending on the
picture taken
— — p.137
Image Copy
Built-in memory
SD Memory Card
— — p.153
Image Rotation Normal — — p.122
Digital Filter B&W No — p.142
Frame Composite Default1 Yes Yes p.147
Movie
Editing
Save as Still Image — — — p.151
Divide Movies — — — p.151
Red-eye Compensation — — — p.146
Protect
Single Image
Depending on the
recorded image
——
p.129
All Images
Depending on the
recorded image
——
DPOF
Single Image Copies: 0 — —
p.155
All Images Date:P (Off) — —
Item Default Setting
Last Memory
Setting
Reset
Setting
Page
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Key Operation
Start-up Screen P(Off) Yes Yes p.173
Item Function Default Setting
Last Memory
Setting
Reset
Setting
Page
Q button
Operation
Mode
Q mode — — —
Zoom button Zoom Position Full wide-angle * No p.73
Four-way
controller
2 Drive Mode 9 (Standard) * Yes
p.85
p.86
3
Shooting
Mode
b (Auto Picture) Yes Yes p.65
4 Flash Mode
,
(Auto) * Yes p.92
5 Focus Mode = (Standard) * Yes p.94
3 button Menu Display
Capture mode:
[A Rec.Mode] menu
Playback mode:
[W Setting] menu
— — p.55
4/W
button
Information
Display
Normal * Yes p.20
I button
Operation
Mode
Face Detection On * Yes p.67
Item Default Setting
Last Memory
Setting
Reset
Setting
Page
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List of World Time Cities
City:
indicates cities that can be set as either the Initial Setting (p.43) or the World Time (p.165).
Video Output Format: indicates the video output format of the city set as the initial setting.
Region City
Video Output
Format
Region
City
Video Output
Format
North
America
Honolulu NTSC Africa/
West Asia
Istanbul PAL
Anchorage NTSC Cairo PAL
Vancouver NTSC Jerusalem PAL
San Francisco NTSC Nairobi PAL
Los Angeles NTSC Jeddah PAL
Calgary NTSC Tehran PAL
Denver NTSC Dubai PAL
Chicago NTSC Karachi PAL
Miami NTSC Kabul PAL
Toronto NTSC Male PAL
New York NTSC Delhi PAL
Halifax NTSC Colombo PAL
Central and
South
America
Mexico City NTSC Kathmandu PAL
Lima NTSC Dacca PAL
Santiago NTSC East Asia Yangon NTSC
Caracas NTSC Bangkok PAL
Buenos Aires PAL Kuala Lumpur PAL
Sao Paulo PAL Vientiane PAL
Rio de Janeiro NTSC Singapore PAL
Europe Lisbon PAL Phnom Penh PAL
Madrid PAL Ho Chi Minh PAL
London PAL Jakarta PAL
Paris PAL Hong Kong PAL
Amsterdam PAL Beijing PAL
Milan PAL Shanghai PAL
Rome PAL Manila NTSC
Copenhagen PAL Taipei NTSC
Berlin PAL Seoul NTSC
Prague PAL Tokyo NTSC
Stockholm PAL Guam NTSC
Budapest PAL Oceania Perth PAL
Warsaw PAL Adelaide PAL
Athens PAL Sydney PAL
Helsinki PAL Noumea PAL
Moscow PAL Wellington PAL
Africa/
West Asia
Dakar PAL Auckland PAL
Algiers PAL Pago Pago NTSC
Johannesburg PAL
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Optional Accessories
A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.
Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as those supplied with
the camera.
Power supply
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI108 (*)
Battery Charger D-BC108 (*)
AC adapter kit K-AC119 (available in the near future)
(AC adapter D-AC115, DC coupler D-DC108, AC plug cord)
The AC adapter, DC coupler and AC plug cord are only sold as a kit.
Cable
USB cable I-USB98 (*)
USB cable I-USB7
AV cable I-AVC7
Strap
O-ST86 (*)
O-ST8 Silver chain strap
O-ST24 Genuine leather strap
O-ST81 Waterproof strap
Camera case
O-CC81
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Main Specifications
Type Fully automatic compact digital still camera with built-in zoom lens
Number of
Effective Pixels
Approx. 14 megapixels
Image Sensor 1/2.33 inch CCD
Number of
Recorded Pixels
Still W (4288×3216 pixels),
B (16:9) (4224×2432 pixels),
6 (3072×2304 pixels),
A (16:9) (1920×1080 pixels), m (640×480 pixels)
*
Fixed at h (2048×1536) in Half-length Portrait mode.
*
Fixed at h (2048×1536) in Frame Composite mode.
*
Fixed at f (2592×1944) in Digital SR mode.
*
Fixed at f (2592×1944) in Burst Shooting mode.
*
Fixed at i (1600×1200) for one frame in Digital Panorama
mode.
*Fixed at
m
(640
×
480) per one frame, and 2560
×
1920 per one
picture in 16-frame shooting mode.
Movie M (1280×720 pixels, 30fps), F (1280×720 pixels,
15fps), G (640×480 pixels, 30fps), H (640×480
pixels, 15fps), I (320×240 pixels, 30fps), J
(320×240 pixels, 15fps) (recorded pixels, frame rate)
Sensitivity
(Standard Output
Sensitivity)
Auto ISO 100 - 800, Manual (ISO 100 - 6400)
* The sensitivity is fixed at Auto (ISO 100-6400) in the Digital SR.
File Format Still JPEG (Exif 2.3), DCF 2.0, DPOF, PRINT Image Matching
III
Movie AVI (Motion JPEG), approx. 30fps/15fps, PCM system,
monaural sound, full color, Movie SR (Movie Shake
Reduction)
Storage Media Built-in memory (approx. 21.6 MB), SD Memory Card, SDHC
Memory Card
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Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time
Still Pictures
• The image storage capacity is for reference only when images are recorded on blank
built-in memory or SD memory card. If movies or sound are recorded, the image
storage capacity is decreased. The actual image storage capacity may vary
depending on the SD Memory Card and the subject.
Movie
• The above figures are based on our standard shooting conditions and may vary
depending on the subject, shooting conditions and type of the SD Memory Card
used. If other data such as still images are recorded, recording time becomes
shorter.
• Recording can continue until the built-in memory or the SD Memory Card is full, or
the size of the recorded movie reaches 2 GB (when using an SDHC card). If
recording stops at 2 GB, start recording again to continue to record the rest of the
movie in blocks of 2 GB.
Built-in Memory 2 GB
W 4288×3216
9 picture 786 pictures
B 4224×2432
11 pictures 983 pictures
6 3072×2304
15 pictures 1228 pictures
A 1920×1080
42 pictures 3278 pictures
m 640× 480
187 pictures 10000 pictures
Built-in Memory 2 GB
M 1280×720, 30fps 7 sec. 9 min. 55 sec.
F 1280×720, 15fps 14 sec. 19 min. 51 sec.
G 640×480, 30fps 21 sec. 27 min. 18 sec.
H 640×480, 15fps 42 sec. 54 min. 36 sec.
I 320×240, 30fps 33 sec. 43 min. 41 sec.
J 320×240, 15fps 1 min. 7 sec. 1 h. 27 min. 22 sec.
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluores. Light, Manual
Lens Focal Length
4.9 mm - 19.6 mm
(approx. 27.5 mm - 110 mm in 35mm equivalent
focal length)
Aperture F3.2 (W) - F5.9 (T)
Lens Composition 6 elements in 5 groups (3 aspherical elements)
Optical Zoom 4×
Intelligent Zoom Approx. 5.6× at 6 (3072×2304), Approx. 26.8× at m (640×480)
(when combined with optical zoom)
Digital Zoom Max. Approx. 6.7× (combines with 4× optical zoom to give zoom
magnification equivalent to Approx. 26.8×)
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Motion Blur
Reduction
Still Digital Blur Removal,
Hi-sensitivity shake reduction mode (Digital SR)
Movie Movie shake reduction (Movie SR)
Display 3.0 inch LCD, approx. 230,000 dots
Playback modes Single-frame, 4-frame Index, 9-frame Index, Enlargement (max. 10×,
scrollable), Face Close-up Playback, Folder Display, Calendar
Display, Deleting Selected Images, Slideshow, Small Face Filter,
Natural Skin Tone, Digital Filter, Frame Composite, Resize, Cropping,
Image Copy, Image Rotation, Red-eye Compensation, Protect,
DPOF, Movie Playback/Edit (Save as still images, Divide a movie),
Start-up Image Setting
Focus Modes Autofocus, Macro, Super Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity
Focus Type 3-point autofocus (multiple/spot/automatic tracking
AF changeable)
Focus range
(From lens face)
Standard : 0.4 m -
∞ (All range of zoom)
Macro : 0.15 m - 0.5 m (Wide-angle)
0.25 m - 0.5 m (Middle range of
zoom)
Super Macro : 0.08 m - 0.25 m (Focal Length: 5.8
mm)
* It is possible to switch to Infinity and Pan Focus.
* Face Detection AF is available only while the
camera detects the subject’s face.
Focus Lock By half-pressing the shutter release button
Exposure control Metering System Multi-segment metering
Exposure
Compensation
±2 EV (can be set in 1/3 EV steps)
Face Detection Detection of up to 10 people’s faces (up to 10 faces in the face
detection frame on the display), Smile Capture
* Face Detection AE is available only while the camera detects the
subject’s face.
Shooting modes Auto Picture, Program, Night Scene, Night Scene Portrait, Half-length
Portrait, Movie, Landscape, Flower, Portrait, Surf & Snow, Sport,
Digital SR, Kids, Blue Sky, Sunset, Pet, Food, Natural Skin Tone,
Candlelight, Frame Composite, Text, Digital Panorama, Green
Digital Filters B&W, Sepia, Toy Camera, Retro, Fish-eye, Starburst (Cross/Heart/
Star), Color (Red/Pink/Purple/Blue/Green/Yellow), Soft, Brightness
Movie Continuous
Recording Time
Approx. 1 second - until built-in memory or SD
Memory Card is full (however, maximum size is
limited to 2 GB)
Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec. - 1/4 sec., max. 4 sec. (Night Scene mode)
Built-in Flash Modes Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye
Flash Range Wide-angle:approx. 0.15 m - 4.8 m
(approx. 0.49 ft - 15.74 ft)
(Sensitivity: in Auto condition)
Telephoto: approx. 0.4 m - 2.6 m
(approx. 1.31 ft - 8.53 ft)
(Sensitivity:in Auto condition)
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Drive Modes Single-frame, Self-timer (approx. 10 sec., approx. 2 sec.),
Continuous, Burst and 16-frame shooting
Self-timer Electronic control type, control time: Approx. 10 sec., 2 sec.
Time Function World Time 75 cities (28 time zones)
Power Source Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI108, AC adapter kit (available in
the near future)
Battery Life Number of
Recordable
Images
approx. 210
pictures
* Recording capacity shows approximate number
of shots recorded during CIPA-compliant testing
(with display on, flash used for 50% of the shots,
and 23 degrees centigrade). Actual performance
may vary according to operating conditions.
Playback Time
approx. 260 min.
* According to the result of in-house testing. Actual
time may differ depending on usage conditions.
Movie Recording
Time
approx. 70 min.
* According to the result of in-house testing. Actual
time may differ depending on usage conditions.
Interfaces USB/AV terminal
Video Output NTSC/PAL (monaural)
Dimensions Approx. 92.0 (W) × 56.0 (H) × 22.5 (D) mm (excluding operating or
protruding parts)
Weight Approx. 110 g (excluding battery and SD Memory Card)
Approx. 127 g (including battery and SD Memory Card)
Accessories Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, Battery charger, USB cable,
Software (CD-ROM), Strap, Alternative Skins, Lens Ring, Operating
Manual, Quick Guide
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WARRANTY POLICY
All PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic
distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship
for a period of twelve months from date of purchase. Service will be rendered, and
defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the
equipment does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage,
mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to
operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. The
manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable for any repair or
alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable for
damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential
damages of any kind, whether caused by defective material or workmanship or
otherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its
representatives under all guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or
implied, is strictly limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided. No
refunds will be made on repairs by non-authorized PENTAX service facilities.
Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any PENTAX which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should
be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the
manufacturer. If there is no representative of the manufacturer in your country,
send the equipment to the manufacturer, with postage prepaid. In this case, it will
take a considerable length of time before the equipment can be returned to you
owing to the complicated customs procedures required. If the equipment is
covered by warranty, repairs will be made and parts replaced free of charge, and
the equipment will be returned to you upon completion of servicing. If the
equipment is not covered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of
its representatives will apply. Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If
your PENTAX was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it
serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be
charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in that country. Notwithstanding
this, your PENTAX returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge
according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any case, however, shipping
charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender. To prove the date
of your purchase when required, please keep the receipt or bills covering the
purchase of your equipment for at least a year. Before sending your equipment
for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer’s
authorized representatives or their approved repair shops, unless you are
sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation for the service
charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service
station to proceed with the servicing.
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• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights.
• The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in some
countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend
that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time
of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more
information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.
The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European
Union.
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For customers in USA
STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Pour les utilisateurs au Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-
003 du Canada.
FOR CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. ONLY
Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. The lithium battery
used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require
special handling. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
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Declaration of Conformity
According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for
Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals
We: PENTAX Imaging Company
A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.
Located at: 600 12 Street, Suite 300
Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A.
Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131
Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein
complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital
device. Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit
tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records
maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be
expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production
and testing on the statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the
equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109.
Product Name: PENTAX Digital Still Camera
Model Number: Optio RS1500
Contact person: Customer Service Manager
Date and Place: March, 2011, Colorado
th
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment
and Used Batteries
1. In the European Union
These symbols on the products, packaging and/or
accompanying documents mean that used electrical and
electronic equipments and batteries should not be mixed
with general household waste.
Used electrical/electronic equipments and batteries must be
treated separately and in accordance with legislation that
requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these
products.
Following the implementation by member states, private
households within the EU states may return their used
electrical/electronic equipments and batteries to designated
collection facilities free of charge*.
In some countries your local retailer may also take back
your old product free of charge if you purchase a similar new
one.
*Please contact your local authority for further details.
By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure
that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery
and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on
the environment and human health which could otherwise
arise due to inappropriate waste handling.
2. In other countries outside the EU
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you
wish to discard these items, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can
be returned free of charge to the dealer, even when you
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don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on
the home page of www.swico.ch
or www.sens.ch.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): This symbol
might be used in combination with a designation for the chemical
element or compound in use. In this case you have to comply with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemicals involved.
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Index
Symbols
A mode ...................... 12, 54
Q mode ..................... 12, 54
Q button .................... 50, 52
I button ..................... 50, 53
[A Rec.Mode]
menu ......................... 59, 200
[W Setting] menu ....... 60, 201
9 Green Mode ................. 72
i Delete ................. 114, 125
y Magnify ....................... 123
f Four-Image display ..... 116
f Nine-Image display ..... 116
g Self-timer ...................... 85
j Continuous Shooting .... 86
I 16-frame shooting ........ 86
K Burst Shooting ............ 86
b Auto Picture ................. 69
R Program ....................... 70
A Night Scene ................. 76
B Night Scene Portrait ..... 76
C Half-length Portrait ....... 77
C Movie .......................... 108
D Landscape .................... 66
d Blue Sky ...................... 66
E Flower ........................... 66
F Portrait .......................... 77
C Natural Skin Tone ......... 77
Q Surf & Snow ................. 80
\ Sport ............................. 80
c Digital SR ................... 76
G Kids .............................. 78
K Sunset ........................ 76
U Candlelight ................... 76
H Pet ................................ 79
K Food .............................. 66
N Frame Composite ........ 83
c Text ...............................82
F Digital Panorama ........89
Numerics
16-frame shooting I .........86
A
AC adapter .........................35
Alternative Skins ................29
Auto F .........................98
Auto Picture Mode .............69
Auto Power Off ................172
Auto, ................................92
Auto-Macro function ...........94
Automatic Tracking
AF ..........................67, 80, 95
AV cable ..........................132
AV equipment ..................132
B
B&W filter .........................142
Basic mode ........................72
Battery level indicator ........34
Blue Sky Mode ...................66
Brightness filter ................142
Brightness Level ..............170
Built-in memory ................153
Built-in memory display ......54
Burst Shooting K ............86
C
Calendar display ..............117
Camera shake ...........74, 102
Candlelight Mode ...............76
Capture Mode Palette ........65
Changing volume .............161
Charging a battery .............31
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Checking the memory
card ................................... 41
City name ........................ 204
Color filter ........................ 142
Connecting to a TV .......... 132
Continuous Shooting j .... 86
Copy ................................ 153
Cropping .......................... 137
D
Date and time
setting ........................ 47, 162
Date Imprint ..................... 103
Daylight G ......................... 98
Daylight saving time .......... 46
Default settings ................ 200
Delete i ................. 114, 125
Destination ...................... 165
Digital Blur Removal ........ 102
Digital Filter ..................... 142
Digital SR .......................... 76
Digital Zoom ................ 73, 75
Display brightness ........... 170
Display language ............. 167
Dividing movies ............... 151
DPOF settings ................. 155
Drive Mode .................. 85, 86
E
Editing movies ................. 150
Error messages ............... 196
Exposure setting ................ 99
F
Face Close-up Playback . 124
Face Detection .................. 67
File number ..................... 110
Filters ............................... 142
Fish-eye filter ................... 142
Flash Mode ........................ 92
Flash Off a ....................... 92
Flash On + Red-eye d ......92
Flash On b ........................92
Flower Mode ......................66
Fluores. Light J ................98
Focus Mode .......................94
Focusing ............................94
Focusing Area ....................95
Folder display ..................117
Folder Name ....................168
Food Mode .........................66
Format .............................160
Four-Image display f .....116
Four-way controller ......51, 53
Frame Composite ......83, 147
G
Green Button .......51, 53, 104
Green Mode .......................72
Guide indications ...............25
H
Half-length Portrait
Mode ..................................77
Hometown ..................46, 165
I
Image Storage
Capacity ...........................207
Infinity s ............................94
Info Display ........................22
Initial Settings ....................43
Installing a battery ..............32
Installing the software ......180
Intelligent Zoom .................73
K
Kids Mode ..........................78
L
Landscape Mode ...............66
Language setting .......43, 167
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M
Macintosh ........................ 179
Macro q ............................ 94
Magnify y ....................... 123
Manual K ......................... 98
MediaImpression ............. 178
Memory ........................... 110
3 button .............. 51, 53
Movie ............................... 106
Movie SR (Movie Shake
Reduction) Function ........ 109
MSC ................................ 184
N
Natural Skin Tone ............ 140
Natural Skin Tone Mode .... 77
Night Scene Mode ............. 76
Night Scene Portrait
Mode ................................. 76
Nine-Image display f ..... 116
NTSC ............................... 169
Number of pixels ............... 96
O
4/W button .. 51, 53
Opening screen ............... 173
Operating the menus ......... 55
Optional accessory .......... 205
P
PAL ................................. 169
Pan Focus 3 ................... 94
Panoramic pictures ............ 89
Pet Mode ........................... 79
Photo processing lab ....... 155
Playback .................. 114, 115
Playback Mode
Palette ..................... 118, 202
Playing back movies ........ 115
Portrait Mode ..................... 77
Power Saving .................. 171
Power switch ..........41, 50, 52
Press fully
(shutter release button) ......63
Press halfway
(shutter release button) ......63
Product Registration ........182
Program Mode ...................70
Protect Z ......................129
Provided Software ...........178
PTP ..................................184
R
Rec. Mode Menu .......59, 200
Rec. Mode Palette .............65
Recorded Pixels .........96, 108
Recording movies ............106
Red-eye Compensation ...146
Red-eye reduction d .........92
Registering menu items ...104
Reset ...............................174
Resize ..............................136
Retro filter ........................142
Rotating ...........................122
S
Saving as still picture
(movie) .............................151
Saving pictures by date ...168
Saving settings ................110
Screen Effect ...................121
SD Memory Card ...............37
Select Time ......................166
Self-timer g .......................85
Sensitivity .........................101
Sepia filter ........................142
Setting Menu ..............60, 201
Shade H ...........................98
Shadow Correction ..........100
Shooting information ..........21
Shooting Mode ...................65
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Shutter release
button .................... 50, 52, 63
Slideshow ........................ 120
Small Face Filter ............. 119
Smile Capture .................... 68
Soft filter .......................... 142
Sound settings ................. 161
Sound types .................... 162
Specifications .................. 206
Sport Mode ........................ 80
Standard = ..................... 94
Starburst filter .................. 142
Starting-up in the Playback
Mode ................................. 42
Start-up screen ................ 173
Strap .................................. 28
Sunset Mode ..................... 76
Super Macro r ................. 94
Surf & Snow Mode ............ 80
System requirements ...... 178
T
Tele ................................... 73
Text Mode ......................... 82
Time imprint ..................... 103
Toy Camera filter ............. 142
Tungsten Light I ............. 98
TV .................................... 132
U
USB Connection .............. 183
V
Video output format ......... 169
W
White Balance ................... 98
Wide .................................. 73
Windows .......................... 179
World Time ...................... 165
Z
Zoom ..................................73
Zoom button .......................50
Memo
220
Memo
• Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.
53237EN Copyright © HOYA CORPORATION 2011
H01-201101
HOYA CORPORATION
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(http://www.pentax.jp)
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Systems S.A.S.
(European Headquarters)
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Limited
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(http://www.pentax.co.uk)
PENTAX Imaging Company
A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.
(Headquarters)
600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A.
(PENTAX Service Department)
250 North 54th Street Chandler, Arizona 85226, U.S.A.
(http://www.pentaximaging.com)
PENTAX Canada Inc. 1770 Argentia Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7,
CANADA (http://www.pentax.ca)
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