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User's Guide
Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product.
• Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User's Guide.
• Keep the User's Guide in a safe place for future reference.
• For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM
Website at http://www.exilim.com/
This camera includes a BEST SHOT scene for analyzing golf swings. For details about using the golf swing
analysis BEST SHOT scene, see the "Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing" (page 150).
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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Digital Camera User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM Website at http://www.exilim.com/...

  • Page 2: Accessories

    Accessories As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all accessories shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer. Rechargeable lithium ion USB-AC adaptor USB cable battery (NP-130A) (AD-C54UJ) Neck strap...

  • Page 3: Attaching The Neck Strap To The Camera

    Attaching the Neck Strap to the Camera Undo the strap from the buckle Pass the end of the strap and remove the strap loop through the strap loop ring and secure it with the buckle. Buckle Attach the loop on the other end of the strap to the strap hole on one side of the camera, and...

  • Page 4: Read This First

    CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. is forbidden under copyright laws. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or lost profits suffered by you or any third party due to the use or malfunction of this product.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Quick Start Basics What you can do with your CASIO camera ......16 Tilting the Monitor Screen ........18 Using the Stand .
  • Page 6 Shooting with Zoom ..........58 Monitor Screen Information when Zooming .
  • Page 7 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) 105 Configuring Recording Settings ........105 Changing to Left-handed Golfer Guidelines .
  • Page 8 Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots ..........126 Viewing a Movie.
  • Page 9 Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing150 Recording a Swing and Moment of Impact ......151 Recording in Slow Motion from Behind .
  • Page 10 Other Settings (SETTING) 195 Enabling Power Saving ......(ECO Mode) . 195 Adjusting Monitor Screen Brightness .

  • Page 11: General Guide

    General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained. Front Back bn 7 ck bt bs Mode dial Lens [SET] button (pages 34, 42, 71) Microphones (page 72) (pages 44, 71, 105) Zoom controller [RING] button [MENU] button (pages 35, 58, 133) (pages 45, 132)

  • Page 12: Control Dial

    Bottom Battery/memory card slots (pages 21, 30) Battery cover Tripod hole Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. Speaker . Control Dial In addition to using the up, down, left, and right buttons, you can also use the control dial to perform operations.

  • Page 13: Monitor Screen Contents And How To Change Them

    Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes.

  • Page 14: Movie Recording

    . Snapshot Recording (Burst Shooting) Continuous Shutter (CS) speed (page 93) Recording mode (page 34) Remaining snapshot memory capacity (page 229) Allowable CS time/number of CS images (page 93) Remaining movie memory capacity (page 230) Continuous Shutter mode (page 93) Prerecord CS shots (page 94) Maximum CS shots (page 93) .

  • Page 15: Movie Playback

    . CS Image Viewing Number of images in the group (page 128) CS group icon (page 128) . Movie Playback No audio data available Movie recording time (page 126) Recording mode/Movie quality/speed (pages 71, 74, 74) YouTube (page 80) . Configuring Monitor Screen Settings Each press of [8] (DISP) will cycle through display settings that display or hide on-screen information.

  • Page 16: Quick Start Basics

    Quick Start Basics What you can do with your CASIO camera Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, including the following main functions. Golf Swing Shooting and Analysis...

  • Page 17: High Speed Movie

    Triple Shot Pressing the shutter button shoots a burst of three images and stores them in memory. This feature is great for making sure you don’t miss those special moments when kids are around. *See page for more information. Premium Auto Pro Select Premium Auto Pro recording and the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a subject or scenery, and other...

  • Page 18: Tilting The Monitor Screen

    Tilting the Monitor Screen The monitor screen can be tilted upwards up to 180 degrees. This means you can position 180 degrees the monitor screen so it faces in the same direction as the lens, for easy composition of self-portraits. You can also tilt the monitor screen upwards 90 degrees, which means you can easily shoot from a low angle 90 degrees...

  • Page 19: Tilting The Monitor Screen

    . Tilting the Monitor Screen As shown in the figure below, pull upwards on the bottom center of the monitor screen at point . The monitor screen will open up to 90 degrees and stop momentarily. Keep lifting and it will tilt upwards up to 180 degrees. •...
  • Page 20 . Returning the Monitor Screen to Its Normal Position Holding the monitor screen at Push the monitor screen point , rotate the screen downwards with your finger at downwards to the back of the point to slide the monitor camera. screen down as far as it will go.

  • Page 21: Using The Stand

    Note that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps below to load the battery into the camera and charge it. • Your camera requires a special CASIO rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-130A or NP-130) for power. Never try to use any other type of battery.
  • Page 22 Load the battery. Stopper With the CASIO logo on the battery facing downwards (in the direction of the lens), hold the stopper next to the battery in the direction indicated by the arrow as you slide the battery into the camera. Press the battery in until the stopper secures it in place.

  • Page 23: Charge The Battery

    Charge the Battery You can use either of the two following methods to charge the camera’s battery. • USB-AC adaptor • USB connection to a computer (Using the included USB cable.) . To charge with the USB-AC adaptor The adaptor lets you charge the battery while it is loaded in the camera. While the camera is turned off, connect in the sequence shown below.
  • Page 24 IMPORTANT! • A battery that has not been used for a long time, or ambient temperature extremes can cause charging to take longer than normal. If charging takes longer than about five hours, a timer will terminate it automatically, even if the battery is not fully charged.
  • Page 25 . To charge using a USB connection to a computer USB connection lets you charge the battery while it is loaded in the camera. While the camera is turned off, connect in the sequence shown below ( Computer (power turned on) USB port [USB/AV] port USB cable...
  • Page 26 Back Lamp Operation Back lamp Lamp Status Description Lit Red, Charging (Lit/Flashing Amber) Abnormal ambient temperature, Flashing Red charging taking abnormally long, or battery problem (page 217) Off, (Lit Green) Charging complete • The information in parentheses in the above table shows the lamp status while the camera is turned on during charging.

  • Page 27: Configuring Basic Settings The First Time You Turn On The Camera

    Checking Remaining Battery Power As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below. Remaining Power High Battery Indicator Indicator Color White * White indicates battery power is low. Charge the battery as soon as possible. Recording is not possible when is indicated.
  • Page 28 Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the [ON/OFF] (Power) camera. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the language you want and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select a date style and then press [SET]. Example: July 10, 2015 YY/MM/DD 15/7/10 DD/MM/YY...

  • Page 29: Preparing A Memory Card

    Ultra High Speed Type SD memory card is recommended. Note, however that CASIO makes no guarantees about the operation of any Ultra High Speed Type SD memory card used with this camera.

  • Page 30: To Load A Memory Card

    • Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 29) into the memory card slot. • Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery, and contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Quick Start Basics...

  • Page 31: To Format (Initialize) A New Memory Card

    To replace the memory card Press the memory card and then release it. This will cause it to pop out of the memory card slot slightly. Pull the card out the rest of the way and then insert another one. •...

  • Page 32: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off . To turn power on Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) enters the [ON/OFF] (Power) REC mode so you can record images. Pressing [p] (PLAY) while in the REC Shutter button mode enters the PLAY mode, which you can use to view snapshots and movies Back lamp (pages 38, 126).

  • Page 33: Holding The Camera Correctly

    Holding the Camera Correctly Your images will not come out Horizontal Vertical clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button, be sure to hold the camera as shown in the illustration, and keep it still by pressing your arms firmly against your sides as you shoot.

  • Page 34: To Shoot A Snapshot

    To shoot a snapshot Selecting an Auto Recording Mode You can select one of two auto recording modes (Program Auto or Premium Auto Pro) according to your digital imaging needs. REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display Program This is the standard Auto recording mode. Auto With Premium Auto Pro recording, the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a...

  • Page 35: To Shoot A Snapshot

    To shoot a snapshot Point the camera at the subject. If you are shooting with Premium Auto Pro, text will appear at the bottom of the monitor screen describing the type of shot the camera has detected. • You can zoom the image, if you want. Appears when the camera detects it is stationary on a tripod.

  • Page 36: Shooting With Auto

    Continuing to keep the camera still, Full-press press the shutter button the rest of the way down. This records the snapshot. Snap (Image is recorded.) Recording a Movie [0] (Movie) Press [0] (Movie) to start movie recording. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop movie recording. See the following pages for details.
  • Page 37 . Shooting with Premium Auto Pro • Some menu items are not available while Premium Auto Pro is in use (page 105). Only the menu items whose settings can be configured will be displayed on the menus while Premium Auto Pro is in use. •...

  • Page 38: Viewing Snapshots

    Viewing Snapshots Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. • For information about how to play back movies, see page 126. • For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page 128. Turn on the camera and press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode.

  • Page 39: Deleting Snapshots And Movies

    Deleting Snapshots and Movies If memory becomes full, you can delete snapshots and movies you no longer need in order to free up storage and record more images. IMPORTANT! • Remember that a file (image) delete operation cannot be undone. •...

  • Page 40: Snapshot Shooting Precautions

    . To delete all files Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ( Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete All Files” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and then press [SET] to delete all files. This will cause the message “There are no files.”...

  • Page 41: Auto Focus Restrictions

    . Auto Focus Restrictions • Any of the following can make proper focus impossible. – Solid color wall or other very low contrast subject – Strongly back lit subject – Very shiny subject – Blinds or other subject with a repeating horizontal pattern –...

  • Page 42: Snapshot Tutorial

    Snapshot Tutorial Selecting the Recording Mode Your camera has a variety of different recording Mode dial modes. Before recording an image, rotate the mode dial to select the recording mode that suits the type of image you are trying to record. P Program Auto Standard Auto recording mode.
  • Page 43 M M (Manual Exposure) mode This mode gives you total control over aperture and shutter speed settings. Press [SET] to open the Control Panel. Use [8] and [2] to select (Aperture), and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to change the aperture setting, and then press [4]. Use [8] and [2] to select (Shutter Speed), and then press [SET].

  • Page 44: Using The Control Panel

    Using the Control Panel The Control Panel can be used to configure camera [8] [2] [4] [6] settings. In the REC mode, press [SET]. [SET] • You can also display the Control Panel by pressing [2]. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change, and then press [SET].

  • Page 45: Configuring Camera Settings With The Function Ring

    Configuring Camera Settings with the Function Ring Control Panel and menu item functions can be assigned to the function ring. After that, camera settings can be easily configured by rotating the function ring. Functions that can be assigned to the function ring depend on the recording mode. •...

  • Page 46: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer (Self-timer) With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Self-timer) Control Panel option, and then press [SET].

  • Page 47: Adjusting White Balance

    NOTE • The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. High Speed CS with Prerecord CS, Prerecord (Movie), Slide Panorama, Wide Shot, Triple Shot • The Triple Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. Movie, Time Lapse, High Speed CS, Multi SR Zoom, HS Night Shot, HS Best Selection, For YouTube, Blurred Background, All-In-Focus Macro •...
  • Page 48 REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display Tungsten For shooting under light bulb lighting « For configuring the camera manually to suit a particular light source Select “Manual WB”. Blank white paper Under the lighting conditions you plan to use when shooting, point ·...

  • Page 49: Selecting A Focus Mode

    Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus) • The “Focus” setting is always fixed at “AF” (Auto Focus) whenever “Face Detection” (page 118) is being used. If you want to change the “Focus” setting, first select “Off” for “Face Detection”. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Focus) Control Panel option, and then press [SET].

  • Page 50: Super Macro

    Super Macro Super Macro fixes optical zoom at a position that allows you to shoot from the closest distance to the subject. The result is closer and larger subject images. NOTE • Zoom is fixed while Super Macro is selected, so no zoom operation is performed when you rotate the zoom controller.

  • Page 51: Specifying Iso Sensitivity

    Using Focus Lock Subject to be focused on “Focus lock” is a technique you can use when you want to compose an image in which the subject you want to focus on is not within the focus frame in the center of the screen.
  • Page 52 Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display Adjusts sensitivity automatically according to Auto None conditions. ISO80 Lower Slow shutter speed Less noise sensitivity ISO100 ISO200 ISO400 ISO800 Fast shutter speed Some coarseness ISO1600...

  • Page 53: Recording Beautiful Portraits

    Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up Level) The Make-up Function smoothes the skin texture of the subject and softens facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. You can select a make- up level within the range of “0 (Off)” to “+12 (Max.)”. Enter the REC mode, and then press [SET].

  • Page 54: Correcting Image Brightness

    Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it. • Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV • Unit: 1/3EV In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (EV Shift) Control Panel option, and then press [SET].

  • Page 55: Using Flash

    Using Flash (Flash) In the REC mode, press [2] ( Flash once. Use [8] and [2] to select the flash setting you want and then [2] ( press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display Flash fires automatically in accordance with Auto Flash None exposure (amount of light and brightness)
  • Page 56 NOTE • Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash. • The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too close. • Flash charging time (page 234) depends on operating conditions (battery condition, ambient temperature, etc.).

  • Page 57: Specifying The Metering Mode

    Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering) The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Metering) Control Panel option, and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description...

  • Page 58: Shooting With Zoom

    Shooting with Zoom Your camera is equipped with various types of zoom: optical zoom, HD Zoom, Single SR Zoom, Multi SR Zoom, and digital zoom. The maximum zoom factor depends on the image size setting and the digital zoom on/off settings. Zooming is performed by changing the lens focal distance, so Optical zoom there is no deterioration of image quality.
  • Page 59 NOTE • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against image blur due to camera movement when shooting with telephoto. • Performing a zoom operation changes the lens aperture. • Zoom operations are supported during movie recording. Zoom operations are disabled during high speed movie recording.

  • Page 60: Monitor Screen Information When Zooming

    Monitor Screen Information when Zooming A variety of information is shown on the monitor screen while a zoom operation is in progress. . Zoom Mode Icons Zoom mode Focal distance (Converted to 35 mm film Focusing Range format.) (Displayed for Auto Focus, Macro Focus, and Manual Focus.) Image quality limit...

  • Page 61: Interpreting The Zoom Bar

    . Interpreting the Zoom Bar During a zoom operation, a zoom bar appears on the monitor screen to show the current zoom setting. Range where image deterioration is Deteriorated image range suppressed. Wide Angle Telephoto Zoom pointer Optical zoom limit point (Indicates current zoom.) Point from which image deteriorates •...

  • Page 62: Zooming With Super Resolution

    Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR)) There are two types of Super Resolution Zoom: Single SR Zoom and Multi SR Zoom. Single SR Zoom uses super resolution to expand the zoom range in which image quality deterioration is minimized. Multi SR Zoom shoots a series of High Speed CS images, which are then combined into an image that enables shooting at higher zoom ratios without loss of image quality.

  • Page 63: Expanding The Zoom Range To Shoot Clearer Snapshots (Multi Sr Zoom)

    Expanding the Zoom Range to Shoot Clearer Snapshots (Multi SR Zoom) This feature uses super resolution technology and multiple Continuous Shutter (CS) images to expand the zoom range for overall images of higher quality and clarity (page 62). Align the mode dial with [j] (Multi SR Zoom). Press the shutter button to shoot.
  • Page 64 Facing the camera, move your hand or perform some other movement in the vicinity of the (start self-timer) icon on the monitor screen. When the camera detects movement near the icon, it will automatically shoot an image. • To stop movie recording, press [0] (Movie) again. NOTE •...

  • Page 65: Configuring Handsfree Mode Settings

    Configuring Handsfree Mode Settings (Handsfree) Use the procedure below to configure Handsfree Mode settings. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “ r REC MENU” tab, and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Handsfree” and then press [SET]. Configure Handsfree settings.

  • Page 66: Repositioning The Motion Detection Area

    Repositioning the Motion Detection Area (Motion Position) Use the procedure below to reposition the motion detection area (Start self-timer icon) as required when it (or the preview icon ) hinders your view of the display image. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Start self-timer icon Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “...

  • Page 67: Shooting With Artistic Effects

    Shooting with Artistic Effects (ART SHOT) A variety of artistic effects help to make even common, ordinary subjects become more novel and exciting. Scene Description Applies HDR (High Dynamic Range, page 89) photography to transform snapshots and movies into works of art that HDR Art provide a greater degree of expression than conventional imaging.
  • Page 68 Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top, and then press [SET]. The intensity of the selected effect can be adjusted as described below. Scene Adjustment HDR Art Effect level Toy Camera Soft Focus Effect level Light Tone...

  • Page 69: Saving A Second Normal Image When Shooting With Hdr Art

    NOTE • Depending on the “ART SHOT” scenes, some of the items on the menu that appears may not be usable. • With this “ART SHOT” scene, the flash setting automatically becomes ? (Flash Off). • Movie recording is disabled while “Sparkling Shot” is selected. •...

  • Page 70: Shooting With Triple Shot

    Shooting with Triple Shot Triple Shot shoots a burst of three images and stores them in memory. This feature is great for making sure you don’t miss those special moments when kids are around. Align the mode dial with [D] (Triple Shot). Point the camera at the subject and then half-press the shutter button.

  • Page 71: Recording Movies

    Recording Movies To record a movie The following procedure explains how to record a standard (STD) movie. This camera supports Premium Auto Pro movie recording (page 72). See the pages indicated below for more information about movies. High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 74 Mode dial High speed movie (HS movie): page 74 Align the mode dial with [P] (Program...

  • Page 72: Audio

    Recording Movies with Premium Auto Pro When Premium Auto Pro is enabled (page 34), the camera automatically make judgments about the subject, shooting conditions, and other parameters. The result is higher quality images than those produced by Program Auto recording. The shooting environment detected by the camera is displayed at the bottom of the REC mode screen.
  • Page 73 IMPORTANT! • Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. • Shooting movies for long periods in areas where temperature is relatively high can cause digital noise (dots of light) to appear in the movie image.

  • Page 74: Recording A High-Definition Movie

    Recording a High-definition Movie This camera supports recording of high-definition (FHD) movies. The aspect ratio of an FHD movie is 16:9, the image size is 1920 1080 pixels, and the frame rate is 30 fps. Image quality and image size settings cannot be changed. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto) or [Ÿ] (Premium Auto Pro).
  • Page 75 Use [8] and [2] to select “Movie Quality” and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select the frame rate (recording speed) you want and then press [SET]. A fast frame rate (such as 1000 fps) will result in a smaller image size. Movie REC Screen Image Size...

  • Page 76: Using Prerecord Movie

    NOTE • The higher the frame rate (speed), the more lighting is required when shooting. When shooting a high speed movie, shoot in a well-lit environment. • When recording certain types of movies, the image that appears on the monitor screen may be smaller than normal.
  • Page 77 . To set up the camera to shoot with Prerecord Movie Align the mode dial with [ ] (BEST SHOT). Press [MENU]. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “ r REC MENU” tab, and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Movie Quality”...

  • Page 78: Recording A Time Lapse Movie

    NOTE • While the camera is set up for shooting with Prerecord Movie, pressing the shutter button will not shoot a snapshot unless movie recording is in progress. With high- definition (FHD) and standard (STD) movie, you can shoot still images while realtime movie recording is in progress.
  • Page 79 Press [SET]. • Time Lapse settings are shown at the bottom of the screen. Interval Scene Total Time Press the shutter button to start recording. Recording time • Shooting is repeated at the interval specified in step 6. • Recording stops when the recording time specified in step 6 elapses or when the shutter button is pressed again.

  • Page 80: Recording A Movie For Youtube

    • To adjust brightness when shooting with the Time Lapse “Night Scene”, use (Shutter Speed) on the Control Panel (page 44) to adjust the shutter speed. . Using the Scene Information Screen To find out more about a scene, select it with the boundary on the scene menu and then rotate the zoom controller in either direction.

  • Page 81: Shooting A Snapshot While Shooting A Movie

    NOTE • Movies recorded with the “For YouTube” scene are stored in a special folder to make them easy to locate for uploading (page 193). “For YouTube” movies are shot using the image size, recording speed, and quality settings configured in the Movie Mode (page 71).
  • Page 82 NOTE • Note that the flash cannot be used when shooting a Snapshot In Movie. • Note that shooting a snapshot while shooting a movie is supported during FHD movie and STD movie recording only. It is not supported during other types of movie recording.

  • Page 83: Using Best Shot

    Using BEST SHOT BEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditions. When you need to change the setup of the camera, simply find the scene that matches what you are trying to achieve, and the camera sets up for it automatically.
  • Page 84 Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene. This returns to the REC mode. • To select a different BEST SHOT scene, repeat the above procedure from step 2. Press the shutter button (if you are shooting a snapshot) or [0] (Movie) (if you are shooting a movie).

  • Page 85: Creating And Using Your Own Setups

    Creating and Using Your Own Setups (CUSTOM SHOT) You can register up to 999 setups, based on snapshots shot with the camera, as “CUSTOM SHOT” scenes. Selecting a registered “CUSTOM SHOT” scene configures the camera with its settings. The setups of snapshots recorded with the following modes and features can be registered as “CUSTOM SHOT”...

  • Page 86: Shooting With A Face Brightening Effect

    . To record with a registered CUSTOM SHOT scene In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Custom Scene” (page 83). Press the shutter button to shoot. Shooting with a Face Brightening Effect (Brightening) This effect can be used to brighten the facial tones of subjects. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Brightening”...

  • Page 87: Shooting With High Speed Anti Shake

    Shooting with High Speed Anti Shake (HS Anti Shake) In addition to optical Anti Shake, a single press of the shutter button while HS Anti Shake is enabled causes the camera to record multiple images and automatically combine them. Use this feature to minimize image blur due to camera movement under conditions where optical anti shake is not possible for some reason.

  • Page 88: Shooting Bright Images In The Dark Without Flash

    Shooting Bright Images in the Dark without Flash (HS Night Shot) The camera shoots a series of images and then merges them into a final image. The result is a bright image, even if shot in the dark without a flash. Shot with “Program Auto”, without flash Shot with “HS Night Shot”...

  • Page 89: Digitally Correcting For Overexposure And Underexposure

    Digitally Correcting for Overexposure and Underexposure (HDR) With HDR (High Dynamic Range), the camera shoots a series of CS images using different exposure settings and combines them into a final image to correct for overexposure or underexposure of subjects of different brightness levels. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “HDR”...

  • Page 90: Shooting With A Blurred Background

    Shooting with a Blurred Background (Blurred Background) This function analyzes a burst of consecutive images and then blurs the background behind the main subject. This creates an effect that really makes the subject stand out, just like photographs taken with a single-lens reflex camera. The blur effect can be set to one of three levels.

  • Page 91: Shooting With Full Focus Macro

    Shooting with Full Focus Macro (All-In-Focus Macro) All-In-Focus Macro shoots and analyzes a burst of multiple images and combines them in a way that produces an image in which everything is in focus: from nearby objects to distant objects. “Program Auto” image All-In-Focus Macro In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “All-In-Focus Macro”...

  • Page 92: Using Continuous Shutter With Auto Focus

    Using Continuous Shutter with Auto Focus (AF-CS) AF-CS shoots up to 30 CS images while keeping the subject in focus. This feature comes in handy when shooting children and other fast-moving subjects. The CS speed is automatically adjusted in accordance with shooting conditions within the range of three to six frames per second.

  • Page 93: Shooting A Burst Of Images

    Shooting a Burst of Images (High Speed CS) You can use the procedures in this section to specify the speed, number of images, and other settings for High Speed CS (Continuous Shutter). . Shooting with High Speed CS With High Speed CS, recording continues as long as you CS speed keep the shutter button depressed.

  • Page 94: Shooting With Prerecord Cs

    . Shooting with Prerecord CS Half-pressing and holding the shutter button causes a pre-record buffer to be continually updated with images. When the shutter button is fully pressed, buffer contents are recorded along with a series of real-time images. Use Prerecord CS when you want to make sure you do not miss fast-moving action.

  • Page 95: Continuous Shutter Precautions

    Half-press and hold the shutter button to start pre-recording. A pre-record buffer is continually updated with images as long as the shutter button is pressed. • The camera will not emit shutter sounds as it pre-records images. • Releasing the half-pressed shutter button will cause the contents of the pre- record buffer to be deleted.

  • Page 96: Shooting With Priority On Subject Faces

    Shooting with Priority on Subject Faces (HS Best Selection) With HS Best Selection, the camera automatically shoots a series of images, and selects the best one based on facial image blur, and facial expression (whether the subject is smiling or blinking). In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “HS Best Selection”...

  • Page 97: Shooting A Panorama Image

    Shooting a Panorama Image (Slide Panorama) With Slide Panorama, you move the camera to compose and record multiple images, which are then combined to a panorama. This feature lets you shoot a panorama of up to 360 degrees, which is dramatically greater than the physical capabilities of the lens.
  • Page 98 Press the shutter button the rest of the way down and a slide cursor will appear on the monitor screen. Slowly move the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow on the screen until the slide cursor reaches the other end of its movement range (i.e.

  • Page 99: Shooting With A Super Wide Angle Of View

    Shooting with a Super Wide Angle of View (Wide Shot) With this feature, a number of images are shot and then combined to produce an image with a super-wide angle of view that exceeds the widest angle of view possible with the lens.
  • Page 100 Point the camera at the subject you want in the center of the image and then half-press the shutter button to focus. • The outer blue boundary on the screen indicates the Desired image recordable range of the image. Blue boundary Center part at the start of the shooting operation Press the shutter button the rest of the way...
  • Page 101 NOTE • The “14 mm” and “18 mm” angle of view values are approximate and are provided for reference only. Actual angle of view values are not guaranteed. • Zoom operations are not supported during Wide Shot shooting. The zoom setting is fixed at full wide angle.

  • Page 102: Shooting Snapshots

    Shooting Snapshots (Snapshot) This function adjusts exposure and shoots whenever the shutter button is half- pressed. This helps to ensure that you don’t miss the shots you want. This feature comes in handy for daily shooting and when shooting natural scenery. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Snapshot”...

  • Page 103: Shooting Raw Images

    Shooting RAW Images (Raw Image) You can configure the camera to save a RAW image along with a standard JPEG image when shooting snapshots. RAW image data is stored in a camera folder named “RAW” (page 193). A RAW image is image data (file name extension .DNG) that is unprocessed internally by the camera.
  • Page 104 In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “HDMI TV Output” (page 83). This will turn off the camera’s monitor screen and display an image composition screen on the connected TV. Compose the image on the TV screen and press the shutter button to shoot.

  • Page 105: Advanced Settings (Rec Menu)

    Advanced Settings (REC MENU) The following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings. • You also can use the Control Panel (page 44) to configure some of the settings that appear on the menu screen. Refer to the page references provided in this section for information about configuring settings using the Control Panel.

  • Page 106: Changing To Left-Handed Golfer Guidelines

    . Menu Operations in This Manual Menu operations are represented in this manual as shown below. The following operation is the same as the one described under “Example Menu Screen Operation” on page 105. Press [4] and then use [8] and [2] to select the “...

  • Page 107: Assigning Functions To The Control Dial

    Assigning Functions to the Control Dial (Control Dial) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Control Dial You can assign any one of the four functions below to the control dial. After you do, you can change the setting of the function by rotating the control dial.

  • Page 108: Assigning Functions To The [4] And [6] Keys

    Assigning Functions to the [4] and [6] Keys (L/R Key) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * L/R Key You can select from among the functions described below and assign one to the [4] and [6] keys (Key Customize).

  • Page 109: To Select The Snapshot Image Size

    To select the snapshot image size (Image Size) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Image Size Suggested Image Size REC Screen Print Size and Description (Pixels) Icon Display Application Poster Print (4608 3456) Good detail for better clarity even for Poster Print...
  • Page 110 • Available image sizes are limited for some functions as noted below. This image size cannot be selected when using “HS Night Shot”. Selecting “16M” in another mode and then switching to “HS Night Shot” will cause the image size to change to “10M” automatically. These image sizes cannot be selected when using “High Speed CS”...

  • Page 111: Specifying Snapshot Image Quality

    Specifying Snapshot Image Quality (Image Quality) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Image Quality REC Screen Icon Setting Description Display Fine Gives image quality priority. Normal Normal • The “Fine” setting helps to bring out details when shooting a finely detailed image of nature that includes dense tree branches or leaves, or an image of a complex pattern.
  • Page 112 Settings REC Screen Approximate Data Rate (Quality Description Icon Display (Frame Rate) (pixels)) Use this setting for standard 3.9 Megabits/second movie recording. Recording with (30 frames/second) this setting is performed using an aspect ratio of 4:3. 40.0 Megabits/second HS1000 (1000 frames/second) 40.0 Megabits/second HS480 (480 frames/second)

  • Page 113: Specifying Iso Sensitivity

    Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * ISO For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 51. Specifying the ISO Sensitivity Upper Limit (ISO High Limit) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * ISO High Limit REC Screen Settings...

  • Page 114: Zooming With Super Resolution

    Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR)) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Zoom (SR) See page 62 for details. Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * AF Area You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus metering area for shooting snapshots.

  • Page 115: Reducing The Effects Of Camera And Subject Movement

    IMPORTANT! • Auto Focus is disabled when “MF” (Manual Focus) is selected for the focus mode (page 49), even if you select an AF area. • Selecting “O Tracking” can cause vibration and noise to occur due to lens operation while tracking a subject. This does not indicate malfunction. •...
  • Page 116 NOTE • Only camera shake correction can be used during FHD and STD movie recording. • Anti Shake correction is not supported during High Speed Movie, HDR Art Movie recording or Time Lapse. • When Anti Shake is enabled and “Auto” is selected for “ISO” (page 51), ISO sensitivity, aperture, and shutter speed will not appear on the monitor screen when you half-press the shutter button.

  • Page 117: Optimizing Image Brightness

    Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Lighting You can use this setting to optimize the balance between bright areas and dark areas when shooting images. Settings Description Performs brightness correction. When this option is selected, it takes longer for the image to be stored after the shutter button is pressed.

  • Page 118: Shooting With Face Detection

    Shooting with Face Detection (Face Detection) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Face Detection When shooting people, the face detection feature detects the faces of up to ten individuals and adjusts focus and brightness accordingly. Use [8] and [2] to select “On”...

  • Page 119: Turning Digital Zoom On Or Off

    Turning Digital Zoom On or Off (Digital Zoom) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Digital Zoom Select “On” when you want to use digital zoom (page 58). • Digital zoom is disabled while shooting with the following feature. –...

  • Page 120: Correcting Image Brightness

    Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * EV Shift For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 54. Adjusting White Balance (White Balance) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * White Balance For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 47.

  • Page 121: Specifying Flash Intensity

    Specifying Flash Intensity (Flash Intensity) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Flash Intensity You can specify flash intensity to one of five levels from +2 (brightest flash) to –2 (least bright flash). •...

  • Page 122: Using The Auto Focus Assist Light

    Using the Auto Focus Assist Light (AF Assist Light) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * AF Assist Light Half-pressing the shutter button while this setting is selected Front lamp causes the front lamp to light, which provides illumination for focusing in areas where lighting is dim.

  • Page 123: Using Icon Help

    Using Icon Help (Icon Help) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Icon Help While Icon Help is turned on, a textual description will appear on the display for certain icons when you switch between REC functions. Functions Supported by Icon Help •...

  • Page 124: How To Use The Histogram

    Selecting “On” for this setting displays a semitransparent gray frame on the monitor screen. The area within the frame is what is Movie Range recorded as the movie. Semi-transparent gray frame . How to Use the Histogram A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels.

  • Page 125: Configuring Power On Default Settings

    Configuring Power On Default Settings (Memory) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Memory This setting lets you specify which camera settings should be remembered by the camera when it is turned off, and restored the next time the camera is turned on. To have the camera remember a setting, you should enable the setting’s memory.

  • Page 126: Viewing Snapshots And Movies

    Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots See page 38 for the procedure for viewing snapshots. Viewing a Movie Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie you want to view. Press [SET] to start playback. Movie icon: »/»...

  • Page 127: Viewing A Panorama Image

    Rotate the zoom controller in the direction of z ([). • You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the zoomed image on the monitor screen. You can zoom a movie Zoom image up to 4.5 times normal size. •...

  • Page 128: Viewing Continuous Shutter Images

    Viewing Continuous Shutter Images Each time you perform a continuous shutter (CS) operation, the camera creates a CS group that includes all of the images for that particular CS session. You can use the following procedure to play back the images in a particular CS group. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the CS group whose images you want to view.

  • Page 129: Deleting Continuous Shutter Images

    Playback Controls During playback, changes the playback direction and playback speed. While playback is paused, scrolls forward or back. [4] [6] • Forward and back scrolling can also be performed using the function ring. • Playback speed cannot be adjusted while the displayed image is zoomed.
  • Page 130 . Deleting Multiple Files in a CS Group While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete Frames” and then press [SET]. This displays a file selection screen.

  • Page 131: Dividing Up A Cs Group

    Dividing Up a CS Group Use the following to divide up a CS Group into individual images. . Dividing Up a Specific CS Group In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “p PLAY MENU” tab, and then press [SET].

  • Page 132: Copying A Cs Group Image

    Copying a CS Group Image Use the following procedure to copy an image in a CS group to a location outside of the group. While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. Use [8] and [2] to select “Copy”, and then press [SET].

  • Page 133: Zooming An On-Screen Image

    Zooming an On-screen Image In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed. Rotate the zoom controller towards z ([) to Zoom factor zoom. Image area You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the zoomed image on the monitor screen.

  • Page 134: Viewing Snapshots And Movies On A Tv Screen

    Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen Use the optionally available AV cable (EMC-8A) to connect the camera to the TV. • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 25. AV cable (EMC-8A) Yellow White Video...

  • Page 135: Viewing High-Quality Movies On A Hi-Vision Television

    NOTE • Audio is stereo. • Some TVs may not be able to output images and/or audio correctly. • All icons and indicators that appear on the monitor screen also appear on the TV screen. You can use [8] (DISP) to change the display contents. •...
  • Page 136 NOTE • Use a HDMI cable that with a plug that is compatible with the camera’s HDMI mini connector on one end, and a plug that is compatible with your TV’s HDMI connector on the other end. • Proper image and/or audio output and other operations may not be possible with some devices.

  • Page 137: Other Playback Functions (Play Menu)

    Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other playback operations. For information about menu operations, see page 105. Displaying Two Movies Side-by-side (Dual Screen Play) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Dual Screen Play See page 169 for details.
  • Page 138 Interval Amount of time each image remains displayed Use [8] and [2] to select one of the following settings: 1, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, or 30 seconds, or “MAX”. If you specify a value other than “MAX”, movies play from beginning to end. When the slideshow reaches a movie file while “MAX”...

  • Page 139: Transferring Music From Your Computer To Camera Memory

    Transferring Music from Your Computer to Camera Memory You can replace the built-in slideshow background music with other music from your computer. Supported File Types: • PCM format (16-bit, monaural / stereo) WAV files • Sampling Frequencies: 11.025 kHz/22.05 kHz/44.1 kHz Number of Files: 9 File names: SSBGM001.WAV to SSBGM009.WAV •...

  • Page 140: Creating A Snapshot Of Movie Frames

    Creating a Snapshot of Movie Frames (MOTION PRINT) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Movie Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * MOTION PRINT Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the movie frames and display the one you want to use as the image of the MOTION PRINT image. Holding down [4] or [6] scrolls at high speed.
  • Page 141 Press [2] to display the editing menu and specify one or two cut points. While the frame you want the cut to be up to is Previous Cut displayed, press [2]. While the frame you want the first (From) cut to be is displayed, press [2].

  • Page 142: To Merge Two Movies

    To merge two movies (Movie Merge) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Display one of the movies you want to merge. * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Movie Merge This procedure combines two movies. The play times of each movie must be less than 10 minutes, and the two movies must be of the same quality and frame rate.

  • Page 143: Optimizing Image Brightness

    Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Lighting You can use this setting to adjust the balance between bright areas and dark areas in existing images in the range of 0 (no optimization) to +2 (bright). NOTE •...

  • Page 144: Adjusting The Brightness Of An Existing Snapshot

    Adjusting the Brightness of an Existing Snapshot (Brightness) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Brightness You can select one of five brightness levels, from +2 (brightest) to –2 (least bright). NOTE • The original snapshot is retained in memory and not deleted. •...
  • Page 145 IMPORTANT! • Note that even if a file is protected, it will be deleted if you perform the format operation (page 205). . To protect a specific image in a CS group While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit”...

  • Page 146: Editing The Date And Time Of An Image

    Editing the Date and Time of an Image (Date/Time) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Date/Time [8] [2] Changes the setting at the cursor location. [4] [6] Moves the cursor between settings. When the date and time settings are what you want, align the cursor with “Apply”...

  • Page 147: Resizing A Snapshot

    Resizing a Snapshot (Resize) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Resize You can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retained. You can resize an image to one of three sizes: 10M, 3M, VGA.

  • Page 148: Copying Files

    Copying Files (Copy) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot or Movie Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Copy Files can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory to a memory card or from a memory card to built-in memory. Copies all files from built-in camera memory to a memory card.

  • Page 149: Combining Cs Images Into A Single Still Image

    Combining CS Images into a Single Still Image (CS Multi Print) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Display CS group. * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * CS Multi Print Use [8] and [2] to select “Create”. • You can use [4] and [6] to select a different CS group, if you want. Press [SET].
  • Page 150 Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing This guide explains how to use the BEST SHOT golf swing scenes to record a golf swing and then analyze its movements. From the behind From the front Moment of Impact Two-swing comparison Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing...

  • Page 151: Using The Camera To Record And Analyze A Golf Swing150

    Recording a Swing and Moment of Impact Your camera includes a variety of recording features that make it easy to check your golf swing and moment of impact. The BEST SHOT scenes available for golf swing recording are listed below. Select the one that suits the kind of analysis you want to perform.
  • Page 152 Use [8] and [2] to select the movie quality setting you want and then press [SET]. Movie REC Screen Frame Rate Image Size (Pixels) Quality Icon Display HS120 120fps HS240 240fps Perform the operation required for the type of image you want to shoot. •...
  • Page 153 Move a golf club or something else near the (start self-timer) icon. When the camera detects subject movement near the icon, it will automatically start a countdown from the Handsfree timer start time. The camera will start shooting the movie when the countdown reaches zero. After five seconds, recording will stop automatically and the (preview) icon will appear on the monitor screen.
  • Page 154 . To shoot from behind with normal movie recording Get the golfer's body aligned with the guide that appears on the camera monitor screen. Press [0] (Movie). This starts movie recording. • The camera will focus the image automatically before shooting starts, but the focus setting will remain fixed while recording is in progress.

  • Page 155: Recording In Slow Motion From The Front

    Recording in Slow Motion from the Front (Slow motion front (outdoors/indoors)) Use the procedures in this section to record a High Speed Movie of a person’s golf swing from the front (face on). You can also use the Handsfree Mode to trigger recording from a distance with the movement of your golf club, and you can use the self-timer to set up for automatic five-second recording after a preset amount of time.
  • Page 156 . To self-shoot from the front with the Handsfree Mode Tilt the camera’s monitor screen upwards 180 degrees. This will cause the (REC standby icon) to appear on the monitor screen, which indicates the Handsfree Mode. • If the camera does not enter the Handsfree Mode at this time, change its “Handsfree”...
  • Page 157 . To self-shoot from the front with the self-timer Press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Self-timer) Control Panel option, and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select „ (10 seconds) or ‚ (2 seconds) and then press [SET].

  • Page 158: Recording The Moment Of Impact In Slow Motion

    Recording the Moment of Impact in Slow Motion (Slow motion impact) Use the procedure below to record a slow motion movie of the moment that the golf club head impacts the ball. When you record with this BEST SHOT scene, the camera automatically trims the beginning and end.
  • Page 159 Get the ball aligned with the guide that appears on the camera monitor screen. Press [0] (Movie). This will cause the (REC standby) icon to change to the (start self-timer) icon, and put the camera into movie standby. Move a golf club or something else near the start self-timer icon When the camera detects subject movement near the icon, it will automatically start a countdown from the Handsfree timer start time.
  • Page 160 Press [0] (Movie). This will start a countdown of the duration you selected in step 3, above. The camera will start shooting a movie when the countdown reaches zero. Recording will stop automatically after five seconds. • After shooting is complete, the message “Busy... Please wait...” will appear on the monitor screen.

  • Page 161: Recording A Golf Swing With High Speed Cs

    Recording a Golf Swing with High Speed CS (Swing Burst) This BEST SHOT scene makes it easy to record a golf swing with High Speed CS. Half-pressing and holding the shutter button causes a pre-record buffer to be continually updated with images. When the shutter button is fully pressed, buffer contents are recorded along with a series of real-time images (Prerecord (Still Image)).

  • Page 162: Changing To Left-Handed Golfer Guidelines

    NOTE • Pre-recording of images is not performed if you full-press the shutter button without half-pressing first. Whenever possible, be sure to half-press the shutter button and wait for a while before full-pressing. Changing to Left-handed Golfer Guidelines (Lefty) Use the procedure below to change the guidelines that are displayed when recording a swing with a BEST SHOT golf scene, or when displaying guidelines in a movies of a left-handed golfer.

  • Page 163: Analyzing A Swing And Moment Of Impact

    Analyzing a Swing and Moment of Impact Your camera can be used in various ways to analyze a golf swing and moment of impact. To analyze a swing shot from behind Lines displayed in a movie image shot from behind the golfer can be used to analyze the swing.
  • Page 164 Rotate the control dial to change the angle of the blue line so it is aligned with the golfer’s shoulder, and then press [SET]. • You can also change the angle of the blue line by rotating the function ring. •...

  • Page 165: To Analyze A Swing Shot From The Front

    To analyze a swing shot from the front Lines displayed in a movie image shot from the front of the golfer can be used to analyze the swing. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie of the front-shot swing you want to analyze.

  • Page 166: To Analyze The Moment Of Impact

    Press [RING]. This will start movie playback during which you can view the arc of the club head and check for any vertical or horizontal movement. • You can create a new movie file with the guidelines built into the moment of impact movie by pressing [SET] during movie playback to pause it, and then pressing [0] (Movie).
  • Page 167 Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to align the reference point on the green line with the center of the ball. Next, rotate the control dial to align the green line with the path of the golf club. • Adjust the green line with the path of one point on the head.

  • Page 168: Burning Guidelines Into A Previously Recorded Movie

    Burning Guidelines into a Previously Recorded Movie (Burn Lines) Use the procedure below to burn guidelines into a previously recorded movie and save the result as a new movie file. The original movie is unaffected by this operation. After you burn guidelines into a movie, they will appear whenever the movie is played back on the camera, including Dual Screen Play, or on a computer.

  • Page 169: Displaying Two Movies Side-By-Side

    Displaying Two Movies Side-by-Side (Dual Screen Play) You can use Dual Screen Play to play back movies of two different screens side-by- side for comparison. Data played back Dual Screen Play is stored on the camera’s memory card, so you can easily play it back again.
  • Page 170 On the image menu that appears, specify the two movies you want to use for Dual Screen Play. [8], [2], [4], [6]: Move the blue boundary. [SET] : Toggles the movie where the blue boundary is located between selected (check mark in the lower Blue boundary left corner) and deselected (no check mark).
  • Page 171 Use [4] and [6] to display the sync point of the second movie, and then press [2]. • If the message “Busy... Please wait...” appears after you press [2], wait until the message disappears. Playback of the second movie will start after the message disappears.
  • Page 172 Press [2]. This causes the “Dual Screen Play Edit” menu to appear on the monitor screen. • Pressing [2] after selecting a movie with [RING] will display the menu items that apply only to the selected movie. Changes the sync point of the left side movie. Use [4] and [6] to display the scene in the movie that Reselect Point you want to make the new sync point, and then press...

  • Page 173: Printing

    Printing Printing Snapshots Professional Print Service* You can take a memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service and have them printed. Printing on a Home Printer* Printing Images on a Printer with Memory Card Slot You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print images directly from a memory card.

  • Page 174: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    . Connecting the Camera to a Printer Use the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to connect the camera to your printer’s USB port. • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 25. USB port Small connector Large connector...

  • Page 175: Using Dpof To Specify Images To Be Printed And

    Use [8] and [2] to specify the print option you want. 1 Image : Prints one image. Select and then press [SET]. Next, use [4] and [6] to select the image you want to print. DPOF Printing: Prints multiple images. Select and then press [SET]. With this option, images will be printed in accordance with DPOF settings (page 175).
  • Page 176 . Configuring DPOF Settings Individually for Each Image Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * DPOF Printing * Select images Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the image you want to print is displayed.
  • Page 177 . To specify the number of copies for a specific image in a CS group While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. Use [8] and [2] to select “DPOF Printing” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Select Frames”...

  • Page 178: Date Stamping

    DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. The next DPOF print operation you execute will be performed using the last DPOF settings you configured for the images. To clear DPOF settings, specify “00” for the number of copies of all images. Tell your print service about your DPOF settings! If you take a memory card to a professional print service, be sure to tell them that it includes DPOF settings for the images to be printed and the number of copies.
  • Page 179 . Standards Supported by the Camera • PictBridge This is a standard of the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls.

  • Page 180: Using The Camera With A Computer

    Using the Camera with a Computer Things you can do using a computer... You can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a computer. Save images to • Save images and view them manually (USB a computer and connection) (pages 181, 185).

  • Page 181: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer

    Using the Camera with a Windows Computer When you want Operating System Required Software to do this: Version page: Save images to Windows 8, a computer and Windows 7, Installation not required. view them there Windows Vista, manually Windows XP (SP3) Windows 8, Windows Media Player 12 Windows 7...
  • Page 182 . To connect the camera to your computer and save files Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. On the “¥ SETTING” tab, select “USB” and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Mass Storage”, and then press [SET]. Turn off the camera and then USB port use the USB cable that comes...
  • Page 183 Windows 8 users: On the “Documents” menus, click “Home” and then “Paste”. Windows 7 users: On the “Documents” “Organize” menu, select “Paste”. Windows Vista users: On the “Documents” “Edit” menu, select “Paste”. Windows XP users: On the “My Documents” “Edit” menu, select “Paste”.

  • Page 184: Playing Movies

    Playing Movies To play back a movie, first copy it to your computer and then double-click the movie file. Some operating systems may not be able to play back movies. If this happens, you need to install separately available software. •...

  • Page 185: Using The Camera With A Macintosh

    Using the Camera with a Macintosh When you want to Operating Required Software do this: System Version page: Save images to your Macintosh and view OS X Installation not required. them there manually Save images to your Macintosh iPhoto, which comes bundled OS X –...

  • Page 186: Your Macintosh

    . To connect the camera to your computer and save files Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. On the “¥ SETTING” tab, select “USB” and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Mass Storage”, and then press [SET]. Turn off the camera and then USB port use the USB cable that comes...

  • Page 187: Playing A Movie

    . To view copied images Double-click the camera’s drive icon. Double-click the “DCIM” folder to open it. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view. Double-click the image file you want to view. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 193. •...

  • Page 188: Using An Sd Memory Card With Built-In Lan

    . Movie Playback Precautions Proper movie playback may not be possible on some Macintosh models. If you experience problems, try the following. – Try recording movies with a quality setting of “STD”. – Upgrade to the latest version of QuickTime. –...
  • Page 189 IMPORTANT! • Recorded images are transferred over wireless LAN. Do not use the Eye-Fi card or turn off Eye-Fi card communication (page 196) when on an aircraft or in any other location where use of wireless communication is limited or prohibited. •...

  • Page 190: Using A Smartphone To

    Using a Smartphone to Play Back Images Stored on a FlashAir Card (FlashAir) Loading a commercially available FlashAir card in the camera makes it possible to view images on and copy them to a smartphone or computer over a wireless LAN connection.
  • Page 191 IMPORTANT! • When on an aircraft or in any other location where use of wireless communication is limited or prohibited, do not use a FlashAir card, or change the camera’s “FlashAir” setting (page 196) and the FlashAir card’s setting to those shown below. FlashAir: Off Memory Card: Start with the control image •...

  • Page 192: Files And Folders

    Files and Folders The camera creates a file each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operation that stores data. Files are grouped by storing them in folders. Each file and folder has its own unique name. •...

  • Page 193: Memory Card Data

    File System (DCF). . About DCF The following operations are supported for DCF-compliant images. Note, however, that CASIO makes no performance guarantees concerning these operations. • Transferring this camera’s DCF-compliant images to another manufacturer’s camera and view them. • Printing this camera’s DCF-compliant images on another manufacturer’s printer.

  • Page 194: Supported Image Files

    . Supported Image Files • Image files shot with this camera • DCF-compliant image files This camera may not be able to display an image, even if it is DCF-compliant. When displaying an image recorded on another camera, it may take a long time for the image to appear on this camera’s monitor screen.

  • Page 195: Other Settings (Setting)

    Other Settings (SETTING) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations in both the REC mode and PLAY mode. For information about menu operations, see page 105. Enabling Power Saving (ECO Mode) Procedure [MENU] * “¥...

  • Page 196: Turning Off Eye-Fi Card Communication

    Turning off Eye-Fi Card Communication (Eye-Fi) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Eye-Fi Select “Off” to disable Eye-Fi card communication (page 188). Configuring FlashAir Card Communication Settings (FlashAir) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * FlashAir Selecting “Start with the control image” for the FlashAir card setting and selecting “On”...

  • Page 197: Creating An Image Storage Folder

    Creating an Image Storage Folder (Create Folder) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Create Folder Creates a folder with a unique number (page 192). Files will be Create Folder stored in the new folder starting from when you record your next image.

  • Page 198: Auto Image Orientation Detection And Rotation

    Auto Image Orientation Detection and Rotation (Auto Rotate) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Auto Rotate Automatically rotates snapshots shot with the camera held vertically 90 degrees. Images not rotated automatically. The camera automatically detects whether a snapshot image was shot in portrait or landscape orientation and displays it accordingly.

  • Page 199: Configuring Sleep State Settings

    Configuring Sleep State Settings (Sleep) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Sleep This feature turns off the monitor screen and lights the back lamp (green) whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset period of time. Press any button to turn the monitor screen back on.

  • Page 200: Specifying The Operation When The Monitor Screen Is Tilted (Screen Tilt)

    Specifying the Operation when the Monitor Screen is Tilted (Screen Tilt) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Screen Tilt Power On Turns on the camera whenever the monitor screen is tilted. Turns on the camera whenever the monitor screen is tilted, and On/Off turns it off when the monitor screen is returned to its normal position.

  • Page 201: Configuring World Time Settings

    Configuring World Time Settings (World Time) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * World Time You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is different from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc. World Time displays the current time in 162 cities in 32 time zones around the globe.

  • Page 202: Setting The Camera's Clock

    Setting the Camera’s Clock (Adjust) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Adjust When the date and time settings are what you want, select “Apply” and then press [SET] to apply them. [8] [2] Change the setting at the cursor location [4] [6] Move the cursor between settings •...

  • Page 203: Specifying The Display Language

    Specifying the Display Language (Language) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Language . Specify the display language you want. Select the bottom tab “¥”. Select “Language”. Select the language you want. • Camera models sold in certain geographic areas may not support display language selection.

  • Page 204: Selecting The Screen Aspect Ratio And

    Selecting the Screen Aspect Ratio and Video Output System (Video Output) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Video Output You can use the procedure in this section to select either NTSC or PAL as the video output system. You can also specify an aspect ratio of 4:3 or 16:9. NTSC Video system used in Japan, the U.S., and other countries Video system used in Europe and other areas 4:3 aspect ratio...

  • Page 205: Formatting Built-In Memory Or A Memory Card

    Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Format If a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded. •...

  • Page 206: Appendix

    • The battery is intended for use with a CASIO Digital Camera only. Use with any other device creates the risk of the battery damage, or deterioration of battery performance and service life.
  • Page 207 DANGER • Failure to observe any of the following precautions creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion. – Never use or leave the battery near open flame. – Do not expose the battery to heat or fire. – Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when charging it. –...
  • Page 208 Also, remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn injury. 3. Contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. . Keep Away From Fire • Never expose the camera to fire, which can cause it to explode and creates the risk of fire and personal injury.
  • Page 209 Also, remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn injury. 3. Contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. . Disassembly and Modification • Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock, burn injury, and other personal injury.

  • Page 210: Memory Cards

    WARNING . Memory Cards • Memory cards are small and present a risk of accidentally being swallowed by infants and young children. Keep memory cards out of the reach of infants and young children. If a memory card is ever swallowed accidentally, contact a physician immediately.
  • Page 211 . Rechargeable Battery • If battery charging does not end normally within the specified charging time, stop charging anyway and contact your local CASIO authorized service center. Continued charging creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion.

  • Page 212: Monitor Screen

    CAUTION . Locations To Be Avoided • Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electric shock. – Areas subject to large amounts of humidity or dust – Food preparation areas or other locations where oil smoke is present –...
  • Page 213 CAUTION . Camera Jacket • When wearing the strap around your neck, the camera can unexpectedly bump into objects, fall, or become caught in a door, creating the risk of malfunction or personal injury. Hold the camera in your hand or take other precautions to avoid such problems. Never swing the jacket around by the strap.

  • Page 214: Precautions During Use

    Precautions During Use . Data Error Precautions Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory. – Removing the battery or memory card while the camera is performing some operation –...

  • Page 215: Caring For Your Camera

    . Lens • Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction. • You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should be straight.
  • Page 216 Note that CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for use of this product in any way that infringes on the copyrights of others or that violates copyright laws.

  • Page 217: Power Supply

    If problems persist after you perform the above steps or if the battery fails to charge after 5 hours, it could mean that the battery is faulty. Contact your nearest CASIO authorized service center. Appendix...

  • Page 218: Battery Precautions

    Battery Precautions . Precautions during Use • Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. This is due to the characteristics of the battery, not the camera. • Charge the battery in an area where the temperature is within the range of 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F).

  • Page 219: Using A Memory Card

    Using a Memory Card See page 29 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card. . Using a Memory Card • SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and SDXC memory cards have a write protect switch. Use the Write enabled switch when you need to guard against accidentally deleting data.

  • Page 220: Reset Initial Default Settings

    Reset Initial Default Settings The tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you reset the camera (page 205). Menu items depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. •...
  • Page 221 . p PLAY MENU Dual Screen Brightness – Play DPOF Printing – Burn Lines – Protect – Images: Date/Time – All images / Rotation – Slideshow Time: 30 min / Interval: 3 sec / Resize – Effect: Pattern 1 Trimming –...

  • Page 222: When Things Don't Go Right

    2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 23). If the battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available CASIO NP-130A or NP-130 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The camera 1)Auto Power Off may have activated (page 199).
  • Page 223 (page 55) or select a different BEST SHOT scene (page 83). The red ? (Flash The flash unit may be malfunctioning. Contact a CASIO Off) icon is authorized service center or your original retailer. Note that...
  • Page 224 Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action A recorded image 1)Camera power may have been turned off before the save was not saved. operation was complete, which will result in the image not being saved. If the battery indicator shows , charge the battery as soon as possible (page 27).
  • Page 225 Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Playback The color of the Sunlight or light from another source may be shining directly playback image is into the lens when you are shooting. Position the camera so different from what sunlight does not shine directly into the lens. appears on the monitor screen when shooting.
  • Page 226 If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center. There are various The monitor screen shows indicators and other information indicators and about shooting conditions and the image you are recording.

  • Page 227: Display Messages

    The Anti Shake unit of the camera may be malfunctioning. LENS ERROR 2 If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center. Load paper! The printer ran out of paper while printing.
  • Page 228 Remove the obstruction and turn power back on again. Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a SYSTEM ERROR CASIO authorized service center. The LOCK switch of the SD, SDHC, or SDXC LOCK memory card loaded in the camera is in the The card is locked.

  • Page 229: Number Of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time

    Number of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time Snapshot Built-in Memory SD Memory Card Image Size Quality File Size Recording Recording (Pixels) Capacity Capacity Fine 10.71 MB 1072 (4608 3456) Normal 5.57 MB 1654 Fine 9.43 MB 1214 (4608 3072) Normal 4.92 MB 1873 16:9 Fine...
  • Page 230 Movies Maximum Built-in Continuous Image Size/ Recording File Size of Approximate Data Maximum Memory Recording Pixels Time with 1-minute Rate (Frame Rate) File Size Recording Time per (Audio) SD Memory Movie Capacity Movie Card 14.2 Megabits/ 2 hours (1920 1080) second 9 seconds 106.5 MB...
  • Page 231 YouTube Maximum Built-in Continuous Image Quality Recording Approximate Data Maximum Memory Recording (Pixels) / Time with Rate (Frame Rate) File Size Time per Recording (Audio) SD Memory Movie Capacity Card YouTube (FHD) 14.2 Megabits/second 2 hours 9 seconds 15 minutes (1920 1080) (30 frames/second)
  • Page 232 Recordable time when the entire movie is recorded at 30 fps. Recording time is shorter if the 30 fps frame rate is switched to 120 fps or 240 fps during recording. • Snapshot and movie recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference only.

  • Page 233: Specifications

    Specifications File Format Snapshots: RAW (DNG)*, JPEG (Exif Version 2.3; DCF 2.0 standard; DPOF compliant) Movies: MOV format, H.264/AVC standard, IMA-ADPCM (stereo) * DNG file format is one type of RAW image file, and it is recommended by Adobe Systems Incorporated for use as a standard image file format.
  • Page 234 Exposure Control Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Speed Priority AE, Manual Exposure Exposure –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV (in 1/3EV steps) Compensation Shutter CMOS electronic shutter, mechanical shutter Shutter Speed Snapshot (Program Auto): 1/4 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Premium Auto PRO): 4 to 1/4000 second Snapshot (Aperture Priority AE): 1 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Shutter Speed Priority AE): 15 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Manual Exposure): 15 to 1/2000 second...
  • Page 235 • Battery: NP-130A (Rated Capacity: 1800 mAh) • Recording Medium: 16GB SDHC memory card (SanDisk Corporation) In accordance with CIPA (Camera and Imaging Products Association) standards In accordance with CASIO standards Other settings Time Lapse scene: Standard, Recording interval: 1/2 seconds, Total time: Off,...
  • Page 236 0.9" (D)) (excluding projections) Weight Approximately 40 g (1.6 oz) Declaration of Conformity According to EU Directive Manufacturer: CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan Responsible within the European Union: CASIO EUROPE GmbH Casio-Platz 1, 22848 Norderstedt, Germany Appendix...
  • Page 237 CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan MA1311-B 2013...

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