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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/

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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...

  • 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 Power cord* battery (NP-160) (AD-C53U) To attach the strap to the camera Attach strap here.

  • Page 3: 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Quick Start Basics What you can do with your CASIO camera ......15 Tilting the Monitor Screen ........17 First, charge the battery prior to use..
  • Page 5 Shooting a Burst of Images ....... . (CS) . . 56 Shooting with High Speed CS.
  • Page 6 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Configuring Recording Settings ........96 Using a Smartphone as a Camera Remote Controller .
  • Page 7 Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots ..........117 Viewing a Movie.
  • Page 8 Establishing a Wireless LAN Connection Wireless LAN Functions ........142 Establishing a Connection between a Smartphone and Your Camera .
  • Page 9 Other Settings (SETTING) 171 Enabling Power Saving ......(ECO Mode) . 171 Adjusting Monitor Screen Brightness .

  • Page 10: General Guide

    General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained. Front Back 1 2 3 4 5 bn bo bs br [0] (Movie) button Front shutter button [MENU] button (page 68) (pages 99, 127, 148) (pages 68, 96) Zoom controller [MODE] button [p] (PLAY) button...

  • Page 11: 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 12: Movie Recording

    . Snapshot Recording (Burst Shooting) Continuous Shutter (CS) speed (page 56) Recording mode (page 31) Remaining snapshot memory capacity (page 208) Allowable CS time*/number of CS images (page 56) It is not displayed while shooting with Prerecord CS. Remaining movie memory capacity (page 209) Continuous Shutter mode (page 56) Prerecord CS shots (page 58) Maximum CS shots (page 56)

  • Page 13: Movie Playback

    . Snapshot Viewing Recording mode (page 31) Histogram (page 114) Front shutter button function (page 127) Wireless LAN connection status (pages 149, 151) Date/time (page 178) Metering mode (page 51) White balance (page 135) Battery level indicator (page 24) bmbl Flash (page 49) Exposure compensation (page 48) File type...

  • Page 14: Configuring Monitor Screen Settings

    . Configuring Monitor Screen Settings Each press of [8] (DISP) will cycle through display settings that display or hide on-screen information. You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. [8] (DISP) REC mode Information on Displays setting information. Information off Hides setting information.

  • Page 15: 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. Tiltable Monitor Screen The camera’s monitor screen can be tiled upwards up to 180 degrees.
  • Page 16 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 17: Tilting The Monitor Screen

    Tilting the Monitor Screen The monitor screen can be tilted upwards up to 180 degrees. . Tilting the Monitor Screen As shown in the illustration, you can tilt the monitor screen by opening it from the bottom. . Returning the Monitor Screen to Its Normal Position You can return the monitor screen to its normal 180 degrees...
  • Page 18 . What you can do with the camera... Shoot self-portraits You can position the monitor screen so it faces in the same direction as the lens, for easy composition of self-portraits. You can also use a stand on the back of the camera to keep the camera upright when placed on a tabletop or other surface.

  • Page 19: First, Charge The Battery Prior To Use

    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-160) for power. Never try to use any other type of battery.

  • Page 20: Charge The Battery

    To replace the battery Open the battery cover and Stopper remove the current battery. Load a new 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 micro USB cable.) .
  • Page 21 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 22 . 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 port Micro USB cable...
  • Page 23 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 195) 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 24: 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 25 Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the [ON/OFF] (Power) camera. Use [8] and [2] 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 26: 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 27: To Load A Memory Card

    • Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 26) 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 28: 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 29: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off . To turn power on Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) enters the REC mode so [ON/OFF] (Power) you can record images. Pressing [p] (PLAY) while in the REC mode enters the PLAY mode, which you Shutter button can use to view snapshots and movies (pages 35, 117).

  • Page 30: 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 31: 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 32: 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 33 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 34 . Shooting with Premium Auto Pro • Some menu items are not available while Premium Auto Pro is in use (page 96). Only the menu items whose settings can be configured will be displayed on the menus while Premium Auto Pro is in use. •...

  • Page 35: 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 117. • For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page 119. Turn on the camera and press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode.

  • Page 36: 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 37: 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 38: 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 39: Snapshot Tutorial

    Snapshot Tutorial Selecting the Recording Mode Your camera has a variety of different recording modes. [MODE] Before recording an image, select the recording mode that suits the type of image you are trying to record. In the REC mode, press [MODE]. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the recording mode you want to use, and then press [SET].

  • Page 40: 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 item you want to change, and use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want.

  • Page 41: 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.

  • Page 42: 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, Blurred Background, All-In-Focus Macro Adjusting White Balance (White Balance) You can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where you are...
  • Page 43 REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display 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 · Manual the camera at a blank white piece of paper so it fills the entire monitor screen and then press...

  • Page 44: Selecting A Focus Mode

    Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus) • Auto Focus is the only focus mode available while Make-up (page 47) or Face Detection (page 107) is enabled. To select another focus mode, first turn off Make- up and Face Detection. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Focus) Control Panel option.
  • Page 45 NOTE • An Auto Macro feature detects how far the subject is from the lens and automatically selects either Macro Focus or Auto Focus accordingly. • Use of the flash together with Macro Focus can cause the light of the flash to become blocked, which may result in unwanted lens shadows in your image.

  • Page 46: Specifying Iso Sensitivity

    Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) ISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (ISO Sensitivity) Control Panel option. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description...

  • Page 47: Recording Beautiful Portraits

    Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up) Make-up enables adjustment of human skin tone hues and texture, and softening of facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. Make-up can be used with the recording modes listed below. • Program Auto •...

  • Page 48: 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.

  • Page 49: Using Flash

    Using Flash (Flash) In the REC mode, press [2] Flash ) once. [2] ( Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display Flash fires automatically in accordance with Auto Flash None exposure (amount of light and brightness)
  • Page 50 IMPORTANT! • Foreign matter on the flash window can react with the light of the flash, producing some smoke and abnormal odor. Though this does not indicate malfunction, oil from your fingers and other foreign matter when left on the flash window can become difficult to clean off later.

  • Page 51: 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. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description...

  • Page 52: 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 53: 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 Image quality limit Focus.)

  • Page 54: 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 55: 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 56: 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 55). In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Multi SR Zoom” (page 79). Press the shutter button to shoot.
  • Page 57 Select Program Auto as the recording mode (page 39). 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 “CS”, and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “High Speed CS”...

  • Page 58: 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 59 Use [8] and [2] to select the (Pre-record CS Shots) Control Panel option. Use [4] and [6] to select the number of Prerecord (Still) images and then press [SET]. • Settings: 0 shots, 3 shots, 5 shots, 10 shots, 15 shots, 20 shots, 25 shots •...

  • Page 60: 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 61: Triggering A Self-Timer Operation With Motion

    Triggering a Self-timer Operation with Motion (Handsfree) With the Handsfree Mode, the camera automatically triggers a self-timer countdown whenever it detects movement in the vicinity of an icon on the monitor screen. This means you can control operation of the self-timer from a distance by waving your hand, so you can include yourself in the image being shot.

  • Page 62: Configuring Handsfree Mode Settings

    NOTE • In the case of snapshot shooting, the camera will return to standby after an image is shot. The camera will automatically exit standby after 30 snapshots are shot using the Handsfree Mode. • Any one of the following will automatically exit standby: pressing the shutter button, changing the tilt orientation of the monitor screen, or turning the camera upside down.

  • Page 63: 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 64: 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 Uses HDR (High Dynamic Range, page 85) to turn normal HDR Art images into works of art. Dark edges and altered hues make images look like they Toy Camera were shot by a toy camera.
  • Page 65 Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top. 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 Effect level Sepia...

  • Page 66: 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” or “ART SHOT Bracketing” is selected.

  • Page 67: Shooting Three Versions Of An Image With Different Skin Tone Settings

    Shooting Three Versions of an Image with Different Skin Tone Settings (Make-up BKT) Make-up Bracketing (Make-up BKT) lets you shoot three versions of the same image with the press of the shutter button, each with a different Skin Tone setting. One of the images is shot using the camera’s current Skin Tone setting, while the other two images are shot using variations of the Skin Tone setting.

  • Page 68: 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 69). See the pages indicated below for more information about movies. High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 71 High speed movie (HS movie): page 71 [0] (Movie) In the REC mode, press [MODE].

  • Page 69: Audio

    Recording Movies with Premium Auto Pro When Premium Auto Pro is enabled (page 31), 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 70 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. The camera may automatically adjust its monitor screen brightness in order to reduce heat generation.

  • Page 71: 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. In the REC mode, press [MODE].
  • Page 72 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” and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select the frame rate (recording speed) you want and then press [SET].

  • Page 73: 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 74 . To set up the camera to shoot with Prerecord Movie Select “b” (BEST SHOT) as the recording mode (page 79). 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 75: 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 76 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 5. • Recording stops when the recording time specified in step 5 elapses or when the shutter button is pressed again.
  • Page 77 • To adjust brightness when shooting with the Time Lapse “» Night Scene”, use “ ” (Shutter Speed) on the Control Panel (page 40) 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 78: Shooting A Snapshot While Shooting A Movie

    Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie (Snapshot In Movie) You can shoot snapshots while movie recording is in progress. When the camera is in the Single Shot mode, you can shoot snapshots one-by-one. In the CS mode, holding down the shutter button will record up to seven consecutive images at a speed of approximately 10 images per second (fps).

  • Page 79: 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 80 . 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. • To return to the scene menu, rotate the zoom controller again.

  • Page 81: Recording Beautiful Portraits

    Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up) Make-up enables adjustment of human skin tone hues and texture, and softening of facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. In the BEST SHOT mode, select “Make-up” (page 79). Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the “ ”...

  • Page 82: 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. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Triple Shot” (page 79). Point the camera at the subject and then half-press the shutter button.

  • Page 83: 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 84: 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 85: 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 86: 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 87: 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 88: 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 89: 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 90 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 91: 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 92 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 93 NOTE • The “15 mm” and “19 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 94: Using A Tv Screen To Shoot Snapshots

    Using a TV Screen to Shoot Snapshots (HDMI TV Output) Use the procedure below to configure the camera for shooting snapshots with an aspect ratio of 16:9, as you compose them on a TV screen. Turn off the camera and use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to a TV.
  • Page 95 NOTE • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 125. • If you want to change the digital video signal format, first unplug the HDMI cable from the camera (page 126). • The settings in the table below are fixed while shooting with this function. Image Size 16:9 AF Area...

  • Page 96: 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 40) 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 97: Using A Smartphone As A Camera Remote Controller (Remote Capture)

    . 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 96. Press [4] and then use [8] and [2] to select the “...

  • Page 98: Configuring Motion Position Settings

    Configuring Motion Position Settings (Motion Position) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Motion Position See page 63 for details. 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.

  • Page 99: Assigning A Recording Function To The Front Shutter Button

    Assigning a Recording Function to the Front Shutter Button (Front Shutter) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Front Shutter This setting can be used to assign the recording function to be performed when the front shutter button is pressed while the camera is in the REC mode.

  • Page 100: Shooting A Burst Of Images

    Shooting a Burst of Images (CS) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * CS See page 56 for details. 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...
  • Page 101 • 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 102: 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 103 Settings REC Screen Approximate Data Rate (Quality Description Icon Display (Frame Rate) (pixels)) Use this setting for standard 3.8 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 104: 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 46. 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 105: Reducing The Effects Of Camera And Subject Movement

    Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement (Anti Shake) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Anti Shake You can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or camera movement when shooting a moving subject using telephoto, when shooting a fast-moving subject, or when shooting under dim lighting conditions.

  • Page 106: Turning Digital Zooming On Or Off

    Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR)) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Zoom (SR) See page 55 for details. Turning Digital Zoom On or Off (Digital Zoom) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Digital Zoom Select “On”...

  • Page 107: 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 108: Specifying The Auto Focus Area

    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. • When recording movies, the AF metering area is always “U Spot”. Settings Description The camera automatically determines the focus point on the...

  • Page 109: Recording Beautiful Portraits

    IMPORTANT! • Auto Focus is disabled when “MF” (Manual Focus) is selected for the focus mode (page 44), 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 110: 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 111: 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 48. 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 42.

  • Page 112: 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 113: 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 114: 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 115: 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 116: 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 117: Viewing Snapshots And Movies

    Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots See page 35 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 118: Viewing A Panorama Image

    • A movie that has been rotated using “Rotation” (page 139) or “Auto Rotate” (page 174) cannot be zoomed. Viewing a Panorama Image Press [p] (PLAY), and then use [4] and [6] to display the panorama images you want to view.

  • Page 119: Viewing Continuous Shutter Images

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

  • Page 120: Deleting Continuous Shutter Images

    Playback Controls During playback, changes the playback direction and playback speed. [4] [6] While playback is paused, scrolls forward or back. • Playback speed cannot be adjusted while the displayed image is zoomed. [SET] Toggles between pause and play. Zooms the image. •...
  • Page 121 . Deleting Multiple Files in a Group While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “Edit Group” 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 122: Dividing Up A Group

    Dividing Up a Group Use the following to divide up a Group into individual images. . Dividing Up a Specific 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 123: Copying A Group Image

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

  • Page 124: 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 125: Viewing Snapshots And Movies On A Tv Screen

    Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to the • Use a commercially available HDMI cable that is marked with the logo shown to the right. • Make sure that the camera is turned off before plugging in or unplugging the cable.
  • Page 126 NOTE • Use a HDMI cable that with a plug that is compatible with the camera’s HDMI micro 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 127: 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 96. Assigning a Function to the Front Shutter Button (Front Shutter) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU”...

  • Page 128: Sending A Snapshot Or Movie File From Camera Memory

    Sending a Snapshot or Movie File from Camera Memory to a Smartphone (Send to phone) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Send to phone See page 150 for details. Viewing Snapshots and Movies in Camera Memory on a Smartphone (View on phone) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU”...

  • Page 129: Playing A Slideshow On The Camera

    Playing a Slideshow on the Camera (Slideshow) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Slideshow Start Starts the slideshow Images Specifies the type of images to be included in the slideshow All images: Snapshots, movies, continuous shutter images All except Z : All non-continuous shutter (CS) images T Only: Snapshots only »...
  • Page 130 Effect Select the effect you want. Pattern 1 to 5: Plays background music and applies an image change effect. • Patterns 2 through 4 have different background music, but they all use the same image change effect. • Pattern 5 can be used for playback of snapshots only (except for those that are part of a CS group), and the “Interval”...

  • Page 131: 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 132: Editing A Movie On The Camera

    Editing a Movie on the Camera (Movie Editing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Movie Screen of Movie to be Edited * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Movie Editing The Movie Editing feature lets you use one of the following procedures to edit out a specific part of a movie.
  • Page 133 IMPORTANT! • When you edit a movie, only the result is saved. The original movie is not retained. An editing operation cannot be undone. NOTE • A movie that is shorter than five seconds cannot be edited. • Editing of movies recorded with a different type of camera is not supported. •...

  • Page 134: 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 the each movies must be less than 10 minutes, and the two movies must be of the same quality and frame rate.

  • Page 135: 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 136: 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 137 Protecting a File Against Deletion (Protect) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Protect Protects specific files. Use [4] and [6] to select the image that you want to protect. • To view a particular image, rotate the zoom controller.

  • Page 138: Editing The Date And Time Of An Image

    . To protect all the images in a group While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Protect” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Frame all”, and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “All Frames On”...

  • Page 139: Rotating An Image

    Rotating an Image (Rotation) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot or Movie Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Rotation Use [8] and [2] to select “Rotation” and then press [SET]. Each press of [SET] will rotate the displayed image 90 degrees left. When the displayed image is at the orientation you want, press [MENU].

  • Page 140: Cropping A Snapshot

    Cropping a Snapshot (Trimming) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Trimming You can crop a snapshot to trim parts you do not need, and Zoom factor save the result in a separate file. The original snapshot is Represents also retained.

  • Page 141: 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 142: Establishing A Wireless Lan Connection

    Establishing a Wireless LAN Connection Wireless LAN Functions Establishing a wireless LAN connection between the camera and a smartphone enables the functions described below. With this function: You can do this: page: Remote Capture Remotely control and shoot with the camera using a smartphone.
  • Page 143 With this function: You can do this: page: View on phone View snapshots stored in camera memory on a smartphone, and copy snapshots and movies to a smartphone for viewing. You can also view snapshots and movies in camera memory on a computer, and copy them to a computer.

  • Page 144: Establishing A Connection Between A Smartphone And Your Camera

    Establishing a Connection between a Smartphone and Your Camera Installing the EXILIM Remote Smartphone app on your smartphone makes it possible to remotely control the camera from your smartphone and to send images recorded with the camera to your smartphone. Search the EXILIM Remote app on Google Play or App Store and install it on your smartphone.

  • Page 145: Configuring Wireless Lan Settings

    Configuring Wireless LAN Settings Use the procedure below to establish a wireless LAN connection between the camera and a smartphone for the first time. This operation is required for the first connection only. Select Program Auto as the recording mode. Press [MENU].

  • Page 146: Using A Smartphone As A Camera Remote Controller (Remote Capture)

    Using a Smartphone as a Camera Remote Controller (Remote Capture) This function lets you remotely shoot a snapshot or movie with the camera using a smartphone. You also can perform remote zoom, self-timer, and other operations as well. You can use any one of the recording modes below to shoot with Remote Capture.
  • Page 147 IMPORTANT! • The Movie Quality is always STD (640 480) when shooting with Remote Capture. • “O Tracking” cannot be selected for the AF area setting while shooting with Remote Capture. If “O Tracking” is selected in another mode, selecting Remote Capture will cause the AF area setting to change to “U Spot”.

  • Page 148: Sending The Currently Displayed Image To A Smartphone

    Location Information You can add location information to snapshots shot with Remote Capture when they are sent to a smartphone using . On an Android terminal, select “Options” on the Remote Capture screen. On an iPhone, perform the following operation: “Settings” * “Privacy”...

  • Page 149: To Send The Displayed Image To A Smartphone

    To send the displayed image to a smartphone [8] and [2] to scroll through camera images until the one you want to send to the smartphone is displayed. • To send one image from a CS, press [SET] to start playback of the group images.

  • Page 150: Sending A Snapshot Or Movie File From Camera Memory

    Sending a Snapshot or Movie File from Camera Memory to a Smartphone (Send Selected Image) You can select one more snapshot and/or movie file in camera memory and send it to a smartphone. You can select up to 100 files, totaling no more than 500MB for a single send.
  • Page 151 After image send is complete, perform either of the operations described below. “Preview photo in Scene app”: You can use the Scene app* on the smartphone to view the sent images. “Send to SNS”: Display the social networking service upload screen. “To TOP Panel”: Return to the TOP screen.

  • Page 152: Sending All Images Shot On The Current Day

    Sending All Images Shot on the Current Day to a Smartphone (Send New Images) You can batch send images shot today to a smartphone. However, images sent with this function (Send New Images) are not re-sent. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “p PLAY MENU”...

  • Page 153: Resizing Snapshots Before Sending Them

    Resizing Snapshots before Sending Them to a Smartphone (Resize before send) This feature can be use to resize snapshots before they are sent to a smartphone using “Quick Send”, “Remote Capture”, or “Send to phone”. Turn on the camera, and then press [MENU]. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “...

  • Page 154: Viewing Snapshots And Movies In Camera Memory

    Viewing Snapshots and Movies in Camera Memory on a Smartphone (View on phone) You can connect the camera to a smartphone over wireless LAN to view and download snapshots and movies in camera memory on up to eight connected smartphones. You can also view snapshots and movies in camera memory on a computer, and copy them to a computer.

  • Page 155: 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* You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print images directly from a memory card.
  • Page 156 . 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 157 . To specify the number of copies for a specific image in a group While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “Edit Group” menu. Use [8] and [2] to select “DPOF Printing” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Select Frames”...

  • Page 158: 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 159 . Standards Supported by the Camera • PRINT Image Matching III Using image editing software and printing on a printer that supports PRINT Image Matching III makes it possible to use information about shooting conditions that is recorded with the image, and produce exactly the type of image you want.

  • Page 160: 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 161, 165).

  • Page 161: 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 8.1, a computer and Windows 8, Installation not required. view them there Windows 7, manually Windows Vista Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows Media Player 12...
  • Page 162 . To connect the camera to your computer and save files Turn off the camera and then USB port use the micro USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your computer. • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 22.
  • Page 163 Windows 8.1, Windows 8 users: On the “Documents” menus, click “Home” and then “Paste”. Windows 7, Windows Vista users: On the “Documents” menu, click “Organize” or “Edit”, and then “Paste”. This will paste the “DCIM” folder (and all the image files it contains) into your “Documents”...

  • Page 164: 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 165: 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 166 . To connect the camera to your computer and save files Turn off the camera and then USB port use the micro USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh. • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 22.

  • Page 167: 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 169. •...

  • Page 168: 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 169: 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 170: 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 171: 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 96. Enabling Power Saving (ECO Mode) Procedure [MENU] * “¥...

  • Page 172: Resizing Snapshots Before Sending Them

    Resizing Snapshots before Sending Them to a Smartphone (Resize before send) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Resize before send See page 153 for details. Configuring Camera Sound Settings (Sounds) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Sounds Startup Specifies the startup sound Half Shutter Sound 1 - 5: Built-in sounds (1 through 5)

  • Page 173: 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 168). Files will be Create Folder stored in the new folder starting from when you record your next image.

  • Page 174: Auto Image Orientation Detection And Rotation

    Auto Image Orientation Detection and Rotation (Auto Rotate) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Auto Rotate Rotates the displayed image in accordance with the camera orientation when the image was recorded. Images not rotated automatically. This setting can be used to configure the camera to display playback images in the same orientation as the camera when the image was shot.

  • Page 175: 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 176: 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 177: 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 178: 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 179: 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 180: Changing The Camera Password

    Changing the Camera Password for Wireless LAN Connection (WLAN password) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * WLAN password Use procedure to change the password you used when establishing a wireless LAN connection between the camera and a smartphone. Use [4] and [6] to move the cursor to the password digit you want to change.

  • Page 181: 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 182: 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 183 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 184 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 185 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 186: Memory Cards

    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. . Memory Cards • Memory cards are small and present a risk of accidentally being swallowed by infants and young children.
  • Page 187 WARNING • Do not use the camera’s wireless function while in the vicinity of high precision digital devices or digital devices that use weak signals. Doing so can interfere with proper operation of such digital devices and create the risk of accident. •...
  • Page 188 CAUTION . 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. • Be sure to read the user documentation that comes with the camera and special charger unit before using or charging the battery.

  • Page 189: Monitor Screen

    CAUTION . Monitor Screen • Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel surface or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can cause the display panel glass to crack and lead to personal injury. • Should the monitor screen ever become cracked, never touch any of the liquid inside the monitor screen.

  • Page 190: 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 191: Caring For Your Camera

    Note that the radio waves that are used to send and receive data can be intercepted by third parties. Unauthorized access CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall be held in no way liable for any unauthorized access and/or use of the access point equipped on this product if the product is ever lost or stolen.
  • Page 192 Intended Areas of Use 1)The wireless LAN functions of this camera are provided for use in the countries and geographic areas below. Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, The United Arab Emirates (UAE), Paraguay, Venezuela, Panama, Germany, Austria, France, The Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Slovakia, Poland, and Norway 2)Approval for use under radio regulations in the countries and geographic areas below is granted only when the camera is purchased within that particular country or geographic...
  • Page 193 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 194 OpenVG 1.1 Reference Implementation Copyright (c) 2007 The Khronos Group Inc. Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and /or associated documentation files (the "Materials "), to deal in the Materials without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Materials, and to permit persons to whom the Materials are furnished to do so,...

  • Page 195: 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 196: 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 197: Using A Memory Card

    Using a Memory Card See page 26 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 198 . Discarding or Transferring Ownership of a Memory Card or the Camera The format and delete functions of the camera do not actually delete files from the memory card. The original data remains on the card. Note that responsibility for the data on a memory card lies with you.

  • Page 199: 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 181). Menu items depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. •...
  • Page 200 . p PLAY MENU Front Shutter Standard Lighting – Send Selected White Balance – Image: – / Brightness Send to phone Send New Images: DPOF Printing – – Protect – View on phone – Date/Time – Quick Collage – Rotation –...

  • Page 201: When Things Don't Go Right

    2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 20). 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-160 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The camera 1)Auto Power Off may have activated (page 175).
  • Page 202 (page 49) or select a different BEST SHOT scene (page 79). 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 203 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 24).
  • Page 204 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 205 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 206: Display Messages

    LENS ERROR 2 If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center. Memory is full with images you recorded and/or files saved by editing operations. When shooting with Prerecord CS,...
  • Page 207 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 208: 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 209 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 26 seconds 106.5 MB...
  • Page 210 • Snapshot and movie recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference only. Actual capacity depends on image contents (pages 26, 70). • File size and data rate values are approximate and intended for reference only. Actual values depend on the type of image being shot. •...

  • Page 211: Specifications

    Specifications File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.3; DCF 2.0 standard; DPOF compliant) Movies: MOV format, H.264/AVC standard, IMA-ADPCM (Monaural) Recording Media Built-in Memory (Image Storage Area: 48.9MB*) SD/SDHC/SDXC * Built-in memory capacity after formatting Recorded Image Sizes Snapshots: 16M (4608 3456), 3:2 (4608 3072), 16:9 (4608 2592),...
  • Page 212 Shutter Speed Snapshot (Program Auto): 1/4 to 1/1000 second Snapshot (Premium Auto Pro): 4 to 1/4000 second • May differ due to the camera setup. Aperture Value F3.5 (W) to F11.1 (W) (With ND filter) • Using optical zoom changes the aperture value. White Balance Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White Fluorescent, Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten, Manual WB...
  • Page 213 • Battery: NP-160 (Rated Capacity: 1200 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 214 . Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-160) Rated Voltage 3.7 V Rated Capacitance 1200 mAh Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Requirements Dimensions 37.5 (W) 44.9 (H) 7.0 (D) mm (1.48" (W) 1.77" (H) 0.28" (D)) (excluding projections) Weight Approximately 25 g (0.9 oz) .
  • Page 215 CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan MA1505-B 2014...

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