Casio Exilim EX-FC300S manual

Digital Camera E User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to r ead the pr ecautions 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 officia l EXILIM Website at http://www.exilim.co[...]

2 As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all accessor ies shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original reta iler. Accessorie s Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-130) USB-AC adaptor (AD-C53U) USB cable Power cord Neck strap Basic Reference * The shape of th e power cord plug var ies accordin g to country or [...]

3 . Adjusting th e Length of the Strap You can adjust the length of the strap so it can be used as a neck strap or a shoulder strap. 1. Pull the strap out at the center of the buckle in the direction indicated by 1 . 2. Pull the strap in on e of the directio ns indicated by t he illustration to adjust the leng th. Attaching the Neck Strap to the Ca[...]

4 • The contents of this manual are subject to change w ithout notice. • The contents of this manual have been checked at each step of the production process. Feel free to contact us if you notice anything th at is questionable, erroneous, etc. • Any copying of the contents o f this User’s Guide, either in part or its entirety, is forbidden[...]

5 Contents Contents Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ❚ Attach ing the Neck S trap to the Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Read this first! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

6 Contents ❚ Configuring Han dsfree Mode S ettings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Handsfree) . . . 64 ❚ Repositioning the Motion Det ection Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Motion Position) . . . 64 Digitally Correcting for Overexposure and Underexposure . . . . . . (H DR) . . . 65 Shooting with Artistic Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

7 Contents S pecifying ISO Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (ISO) . . 105 S pecifying the ISO Sensitivity Upper Limit . . . . . . . . . . . (ISO High Limit) . . 106 Zooming with Super Resolutio n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Zoom (SR)) . . 106 S pecifying the Auto Focus Area . . . . . . .[...]

8 Contents Creating a Snapshot of Movie Frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . (MOTION PRINT) . . 130 Editing a Movie on the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Movie Editing) . . 131 Optimizing Image Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Lighting). . 132 Adjusting White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

9 Contents T ime S tamping Snap shots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (T imestamp) . . 165 Auto Image Orientation Detection and Rotation . . . . . . . . . (Auto Rotate) . . 166 S pecifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule . . . . .(File No.) . . 166 Configuring Sleep St ate Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

10 The numbers in parentheses indicate t he pages w here each item is explained. General Guide 1 Mode dial (pages 33, 41, 70) 2 Zoom controller (pages 34, 57, 123) 3 Shutter button (pages 31, 33) 4 Flash (page 54) 5 [ON/OFF] (Power) (pages 27, 31) 6 Front lamp (pages 45, 113) 7 Strap holes (page 3) 8 Function ring (pages 44, 122) 9 Lens bk Micropho[...]

11 . Control Di al In addition to using the up, down, left, and ri g ht buttons, you can also use the control dial to perform operations. • Depending on the function, certain operations cannot be perfor med using the control dial. The monitor screen uses various indicators , icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The[...]

12 NO TE • The semi-transparent gray frame on the m onitor screen indicates the area that is recorded when shooting a movie. The area within the frame is recorded for a movie. • Depending on recording settings, the apertu re, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity values may not appear on the monitor screen. These values will be re d if the Auto Ex[...]

13 . Snapshot Viewing . CS Image Viewing . Movie Playback 1 File type 2 Protect indicator (page 134) 3 Snapshot image size (page 102) 4 Folder name/file name (page 160) 5 Snapshot image quality (page 104) 6 Recording mode (page 33) 7 Histogram (page 190) 8 Date/time (page 170) 9 Metering mode (page 112) bk White balance (page 133 ) bl Battery level[...]

14 . Configurin g Monito r Screen Settings Each press of [ 8 ] (DISP) will cycle through display settings that display or hide on-scree n informat ion. You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. REC mode PLAY mode Information on Displays setting information. Information on, histogram o n Displays setting information and a h[...]

15 Quick Start Basics Quick Start Basics Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful se lection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier , including the following main functions. What you can do with your CASIO came ra Tiltable Monitor Screen The camera’s monitor scree n can be tiled upwards up to 180 degrees. This mak[...]

16 Quick Start Basics Premium Auto PRO Select Premium Auto PRO recording and the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a subject or scenery, and other conditions. Premium Auto PRO delivers higher image quality than standard Auto. Blurred Background This function analyzes a bur st of consecutive images and then blurs the backgroun[...]

17 Quick Start Basics The monitor screen can be tilted upwards up to 180 degrees. This means 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 tilt the monitor screen upwards 90 degrees, which means you can easily shoot from a low angle without straining your neck[...]

18 Quick Start Basics . Tilting the Moni tor Screen As shown in the figure below, pull upwards on the bottom center of the monito r screen at point A . The monitor screen will open up to 90 degr ees and stop momentarily. Keep lifting and it will tilt upwards up to 180 degrees. • Do not pull downwards from the top of the monitor screen. Be sure to[...]

19 Quick Start Basics . Returning the Moni tor Screen to Its Normal Position 1. Holding the monitor screen at point A , rotate the screen downwards to the back of the camera. 2. Push the monitor screen downwards with your finger at point B to slide the monitor screen down as far as it will go. A B[...]

20 Quick Start Basics Your camera has a built-in stand. You can pull ou t the stand and keep the camera stable on a tabletop or other surface while the monit or screen is tilted upwards 180 degrees. When using the camera on a tabletop or other surface for landscape (horizontal) orientation shots, you can adjust the vertical angle of the camera some[...]

21 Quick Start Basics 2. Load the battery. With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing downwards (in the direction of the le ns), hold the stopper next to the battery in the direction indicated by the arr ow as you slide the battery into the camera. Press the battery in until the stopper secures it in place. 3. Close the battery cover. To replace th[...]

22 Quick Start Basics You can use either of the two following methods to charge the camera’s battery. • USB-AC adaptor • USB connection to a computer . 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 ( 1 , 2 , 3 , 4[...]

23 Quick Start Basics Back Lamp Operation . To charge using a USB co nnection to a compu ter USB connection lets you charge the batte ry while it is loaded in the camera. While the camera is turned off, connect in the sequence shown below ( 1 , 2 ). • If the camera is on, press [ON/OFF] (Pow er) to turn it off before connecting it to your compute[...]

24 Quick Start Basics IMPORT ANT! • The first time you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable, an error message may appear on your computer. If this happens, disconnect and then reconnect the USB cable. • A battery that has not been used for a long time, certain types of compu ters, and connection conditions can c ause charging [...]

25 Quick Start Basics Other Charging Precautions • With the two charging methods descri bed a bove, you can charge the camera’s battery (NP-130) without removing it from the camera. You also can charge the battery using an optionally availab le c harger unit (BC-130L). Never use any other type of charger device. Attempting to us e a different c[...]

26 Quick Start Basics Checking Remaining Battery Power As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below . indicates battery power is low. C harge the battery as soon as possible. Recording is not possible when is i ndicated. Charge the battery immediately. • The level shown by the ba[...]

27 Quick Start Basics The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings. Failure to set the date a nd time correctly will cause the wrong date and time data to be recorded with images. IMPORT ANT! • A screen for language selection will not appear in st ep 2 of the pro[...]

28 Quick Start Basics NO TE • Each country controls its local time offs et and the use of summer time, and so they are subject to change. • Removing the battery from the camera too soon afte r configuring time and date settings for the first time can cause the se ttings to be reset to their factory defaults. Do not remove the battery for at lea[...]

29 Quick Start Basics 1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn off the camera and then open the battery cover. 2. Load a memory card. Positioning the memory card so its front is facing upwards (towards the monitor screen side of the camera), slide it into the card slot all the way in until you hear it click securely into place. 3. Close the battery cover.[...]

30 Quick Start Basics 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 inser t another one. • Never remove a card from the camera while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause the image sa ve operation to[...]

31 Quick Start Basics . To turn power on Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) enters the REC mode so you can record images. Pressing [ p ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode enters the PLAY mode, which you can use to view snapshots and movies (pages 37, 116). • You also can turn on the camera by pressing [ p ] (PLAY) or by tilting the monitor screen. • Pressing[...]

32 Quick Start Basics Your images will not come out 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. Holding the camer a still, carefully press the shutter button[...]

33 Quick Start Basics You can select one of two auto recording mo des (Program Auto or Premium Auto PRO) according to your digital imaging needs. 1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the ca mera. The camera will enter the REC mode. • If the camera is in the PLAY mode, press the shutter but ton. 2. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto) or [ [...]

34 Quick Start Basics 1. Point the camera a t the subject. If you are shooting with Premium Auto PRO, text will appear at the bottom of the monitor scree n describing the type of shot the camera has dete cted. • You can zoom the image, if you wan t. To shoot a snapshot 2. Half-press the shutter button to focus the image. When focus is complete, t[...]

35 Quick Start Basics . If the image does not focus... If the focus frame stays red and the back la mp is flash ing green, it means that the image is not in focus (because the subject is too close, etc.). Re-point the ca mera at the subject and try to focus again. . Shooting with Auto If the su bject is n ot in the center of the frame... “Focus l[...]

36 Quick Start Basics . Shooting with Premium Auto PRO • In addition to shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity, the camera automatically executes t he following operation as required when shooting with Premium Auto PRO. – Continuous AF (page 109) – Intelligent AF (page 107) – Face Detection (page 110) • Shooting with Premium Auto PR[...]

37 Quick Start Basics Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. • For information about how to play back movies, see p age 116. • For information about images reco rded using continuous shutter (CS) , see page 118. 1. Turn on the camera and press [ p ] (PLAY) to en ter the PLAY mode. • This will display o[...]

38 Quick Start Basics If memory becomes full, you can delete s napshots and movies you no longer need in order to free up storage and r ecord more images. IMPORT ANT! • Remember that a file (image) delete operation cannot be undone. • For information about images reco rded using continuous shutter (CS) , see page 119. • If you select “Disab[...]

39 Quick Start Basics . To delete all files 1. Press [ p ] (PLAY) to enter the PLA Y mode and th en press [ 2 ] ( ). 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Delete All Fi les” and then press [SE T]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Yes” and then pre ss [SET] to delete all files. This will cause the message “There are no files.” to appea r. O[...]

40 Quick Start Basics . Auto Focus Re strictions • Any of the following can make proper focus impossible. – Solid color wall or other very low contrast subject – Strongly back lit subject – Ver y shiny subject – Blinds or other subject with a repeating horizontal pattern – Multiple subjects at varyin g distances from the camera – Subj[...]

41 Snapshot Tutorial Snapshot Tutorial Your camera has a variety of different recording modes. Before recording an imag e, rotate the mode dial to select the recording mode that suits the type of image you are trying to recor d. Selecting the Recording Mode PP r o g r a m A u t o Standard Auto recording mode. This is the mode you normally should us[...]

42 Snapshot Tutorial IMPORT ANT! • In the S mode, ISO sensitivity (page 51) always operates accord ing to its “Auto” setting. The ISO sensitivity setting cannot be changed while in the S mode. • The flash > (Auto Flash) and ¥ (Red Eye Reduction) flash modes are not supported while A, S, or M is selected for the recording mode. If you wa[...]

43 Snapshot Tutorial 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect the setting you want to change, and then press [SET]. This will select one of the Control Panel icons and display its settings. * 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to change the setting. 4. If you wan t to confi gure anothe r setting, repeat steps 2 and 3. 5. After all of the settings are the way you want[...]

44 Snapshot Tutorial Control Panel and menu item functions c an be assigned to the function ring. After that, camera settings can be easily c onfigured by rotating the function ring. Functions that can be assigned to the function ring depend on the recording mode. . To assign functions to the function ring 1. In the REC m ode, pres s [RING]. 2. Use[...]

45 Snapshot Tutorial With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter butto n starts a timer. The shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time. 1. In the REC mo de, press [SET]. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (Self-timer) C ontrol Panel option, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect the setting you want and[...]

46 Snapshot Tutorial NO TE • The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. High Speed CS with Prerecord CS, Prerecord (Mo vie), Lag Correction, Slide Panorama, Wide Shot • The Triple Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. Movie, High Speed CS, Multi SR Zoom, High Speed Night Shot, High Speed Best S[...]

47 Snapshot Tutorial • When “ ‡ Auto WB” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and light source conditions can caus e problems when the camera tries to determine the white point, which makes proper white balance adjustment impossible. If this hap[...]

48 Snapshot Tutorial 1. In the REC mo de, press [SET]. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (Focus) Control Panel option, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect the setting you want and then press [SET] . *1 The focus range is the distance from the le ns surface. *2 The focus range depends on the current optical zoom position. *3 D[...]

49 Snapshot Tutorial To focus with manual focus 1. On the monitor screen, compose the image so the subject you want to focus on is within the yellow boundar y. 2. Watching t he image on the monitor screen use [ 4 ] (nearer) and [ 6 ] (further) to adjust focus. • At this time the image that is within the bo undary will enlarge and fill the monitor[...]

50 Snapshot Tutorial Using Focus Lock “Focus lock” is a technique y ou 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. • To use focus lock, select “ U Spot” or “ O Tracking” for the Auto Focus area (page 107). 1. Align the monitor screen ’[...]

51 Snapshot Tutorial ISO sensitivity is a measur e of sensitivity to light. 1. In the REC mo de, press [SET]. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (ISO Sensit ivity) Control Pane l option, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect the setting you want and then press [SET] . • While “Auto” is selected , Anti Shake corrects for su[...]

52 Snapshot Tutorial The Make-up Function smoothes th e skin texture of the subject and softens facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better lookin g portraits. You can select a make- up level within the range of “0 (Off)” to “ +12 (Max.)”. 1. Enter the REC mode, and then press [SET]. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (Make-up L ev[...]

53 Snapshot Tutorial You can manually adjust an image’s exp osure value (EV value) before shooting it. • Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV • Unit: 1/3EV 1. In the REC mo de, press [SET]. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (EV Shift) Cont rol Panel o ption, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to adjust the exposur e [...]

54 Snapshot Tutorial 1. In the REC m ode, pr ess [ 2 ] ( ) once. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. 3. Press the shutter bu tton to shoot. • For information about Flash Range, see p age 204. Using Fla sh (Flash) Setting REC Screen Icon Display Description Auto Flash None Flash fires automatically in [...]

55 Snapshot Tutorial IMPORT ANT! • 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. Becaus e of this, you should make it a[...]

56 Snapshot Tutorial The metering mode determines what part of t he subject is metered for exposure. 1. In the REC mo de, press [SET]. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (Metering) Control Pa nel option, an d then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect the setting you want and then press [SET] . Specifying the Metering Mo de (Metering) Se[...]

57 Snapshot Tutorial 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. 1. In the REC mode, rotat e the zoom contro ller to zoom. 2. Press the shutter bu tton to shoot. Shooting wit[...]

58 Snapshot Tutorial NO TE • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against image blur due to camera movement when shooting with telephoto. • Performing a zoom operation changes th e lens aperture. • Zoom operations are supported during movie r ecording. Zoom operations are disabled during high speed movie recordi ng. To use zoom, perform [...]

59 Snapshot Tutorial A variety of information is shown on the m onitor screen while a zoom ope ration is in progres s. . Zoom Mode Icons The table below shows what appears on the monitor screen based on the zoom mode. Monitor Screen Inform ation when Zooming Zoom mode REC Screen Icon Display Optical zoom None HD Zoom None Single SR Zoom ¨ (White) [...]

60 Snapshot Tutorial . Interpreting the Zoom Bar During a zoom operation, a zoom bar ap pears on the monitor screen to show the current zoom setting. . Zoom Factor The digital zoom factor depends on the image size ( page 102), the super resolution zoom setting, and on whether or not “Multi SR Zoom” is selected (page 62). • Multi SR Zoom is en[...]

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62 Snapshot Tutorial This feature uses super resolution technol ogy and multiple Continuous Shutter (CS) images to expand the zoom range for over all images of higher quality and clarity (page 61). 1. Align the mode dial with [ j ] (Multi SR Z oom). 2. Press the shutter bu tton to shoot. NO TE • Multi SR Zoom is effective when y ou want to captur[...]

63 Snapshot Tutorial 4. Facing the camera, move your hand or perf orm some ot her movemen t in the vicinity of the (start se lf-timer) icon on th e monitor screen. When the camera detects subject movement near the icon, it will automatica lly start a self-timer countdown. The camera will shoot an image when the countdown r eaches zero. • To stop [...]

64 Snapshot Tutorial Use the procedure below to configure Handsfree Mode settings. 1. In the REC mode , press [MENU]. 2. Press [ 4 ], use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the “ r REC MENU” tab, and then press [ 6 ]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Handsfree ” and then press [SET]. 4. Configure Handsfree settings. Use the procedure below to repos[...]

65 Snapshot Tutorial 5. Use [ 8 ], [ 2 ], [ 4 ], and [ 6 ] to reposition the currently selected icon. 6. Press [RING] to select the other icon if you want, and reposition it using the same operation as step 5. 7. When the icons are locate d where you want, press [SET]. • You can also use the function ring to reposition an icon. NO TE • If you a[...]

66 Snapshot Tutorial A variety of artistic effects help to ma ke even common, ordinary subjects become more novel and exciting. 1. Align the mode dial with [ C ] (ART SHOT). 2. Press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select , and then press [SET]. 4. Select the ART SHOT scene y ou wa nt to use and th en press [SE T]. Shooting with Artistic Effects ([...]

67 Snapshot Tutorial 5. Press [SET], use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top, and then press [SE T]. The intensity of the selected effect can be adjusted as described b elow. 6. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to change the setting. 7. Press [SET]. 8. Press the shutter bu tton to shoot. . Using the Sc ene Information Scre en T[...]

68 Snapshot Tutorial You can configure the camera to save two images when shooting with HDR Art: one image with HDR Art effects applied in accorda nce with the scene you selected plus another normal (Program Auto) image without any effects applied. 1. Align the mode dial with [ C ] and then press [MEN U]. 2. Press [ 4 ], use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sele[...]

69 Snapshot Tutorial NO TE • CUSTOM SHOT setup registration is not sup ported for images shot with the functions below. CUSTOM SHOT setup regi stratio n is also not supported for movies. HDR, Premium Auto PRO, Multi SR Zoom, Snapshot In Movie • You can check the settings of the curr ently selected CUSTOM SHOT scene by displaying the camera’s [...]

70 Recording Movies Recording Movies The following procedure explains h ow to record a standard (STD) movie. This camera supports Premium Au to PRO movie reco rding (page 71). See the pages indicated below for more infor mation about movies. High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 73 High speed movie (HS movie): page 73 1. Align the mode dial with [...]

71 Recording Movies Recording Movies with Premium Auto PRO When Premium Auto PRO is enabled (page 33), the camera automatically make judgments about the subject, shooting conditions , and other parameters. The result is higher quality im ages than those pr oduced by Program Auto recording. The shooting environment detected by the camera is displaye[...]

72 Recording Movies IMPORT ANT! • Spending a long time using movie record in g will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does n ot 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. A ris[...]

73 Recording Movies This camera supports recording of high-def inition (FHD) movies. The aspect r atio of an FHD movie is 16:9, the image size is 1920 x 1080 pixels, and the frame rate is 30 fps. Image quality and image size settings cannot be changed. 1. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto) or [ Ÿ ] (Premi um Auto PRO). 2. Press [MENU]. 3.[...]

74 Recording Movies 4. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Movie Qual ity” and then press [ 6 ]. 5. 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. 6. Record the movie the same way as you would a normal movie (page 70). Press [ 0 ][...]

75 Recording Movies NO TE • The higher the frame rate (speed), the more lighting is r equired when shooting. When shooting a high speed movie, sh oot in a well-lit environment. • When recording certain typ es of movies, the image that appears on the monitor screen may be smaller than nor mal. When re cording a high speed movie, there are black [...]

76 Recording Movies 6. Press [SET]. 7. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select , and then press [SET]. 8. Use [ 8 ], [ 2 ], [ 4 ], and [ 6 ] to select the “Prerecord (Movie)” scene and then press [SET]. This causes ‰ (Prerecord (Movie)) to appear on the monitor screen, indicating that the camera is prerecording to its buffer. . To shoot a Prerecord Mov[...]

77 Recording Movies The “For YouTube” scene recor ds movies in a format that is optimal for uploading to the YouTube movie site, which is operated b y YouTube, LLC. “For YouTube” can be used when shooting a standard (STD) movie, a high-definition (FHD) movie, or a high speed (HS) movie. 1. Align the mode dial with [ b ] (BEST SHO T). 2. Pre[...]

78 Recording Movies 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 imag es at a speed of approximately 10 images per second (fps). You ca n shoot a maximum total of 28 ima[...]

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 setu p of the camera, simply find the scene that matches wh at you are trying to achieve, and the camera sets up for it automatically. This helps to minimize th[...]

80 Using BEST SHOT 5. 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 procedu re from step 1. 6. Press the shutter button (if you are shooting a snapshot) or [ 0 ] (Movie) (if you are shoo ting a movie). . Using the Sc e[...]

81 Using BEST 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. 1. Align the mode dial with [ b ] (BEST SHO T). 2. Press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select , and then press [SET]. 4. Select “High Speed Night Shot” and then press [SET]. [...]

82 Using BEST SHOT This function analyzes a burst of cons ecutive images and then blur s the background behind the main subject. This creates an e ffect that r eally makes the subject stand out, just like photographs taken with a single-lens re flex camera. The blur effect can be set to one of three levels. 1. Align the mode dial with [ b ] (BEST S[...]

83 Using BEST SHOT NO TE • The current “Zoom (SR) ” (page 61) setting is ignored when shooting with this function. • With this BEST SHOT scene, the fl ash setting automatically becomes ? (Flas h Off). • The desired background blur effect may not be attained if the camera or subject moves during shooting. • Depending on the shooting envi[...]

84 Using BEST SHOT 7. Hold the camera so it is upright, with th e shutter button and other contr ols at the botto m. • Do not point the camera straight down at the ground at this time. If you do, the camera’s built-in vertical/ horizontal position sensor will not operate properly and may make i t impossi ble to start shootin g. 8. Point the cam[...]

85 Using BEST SHOT • Image composing also will start automatically if you stop moving the camera during super-wide shooting. After you stop moving the camera, the message “Busy... Please wait...” appears as the camera processes the image. Wait until this message disappears before using the camera. Image shooting is disabled while the message [...]

86 Using BEST SHOT 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 pa norama of up to 360 degrees, which is dramatically gr eater than the physical capabilities of the lens. • The final panorama image can be one of the two sizes shown below. Slide[...]

87 Using BEST SHOT 8. 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 d irection indicated by the arrow on the screen until the slide cursor reaches the other end of its movement range (i.e. all the way to the right when moving the camera to the right). • The ca[...]

88 Using BEST SHOT With High Speed 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). 1. Align the mode dial with [ b ] (BEST SHO T). 2. Press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select , and then press [SET]. 4. S[...]

89 Using BEST SHOT There always is some unavoidable time lag between the po int you press the shutter button and the point that the image is actual ly recorded. T he “Lag Correction” feature lets you configure the camera to lessen or e ven eliminate this lag to help you better time your shots and get exactly the mom ent you want. With “ Lag C[...]

90 Using BEST SHOT 8. Use [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] to scroll through the pr e-recorded images on the monitor screen. Use [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] to scroll through the pre -recorded images. Each image appears, along with an indication of the timing when it was pre-recorded. * Seconds prior to full-press of shutter button. • The timing of the image you select here [...]

91 Using BEST SHOT You can use the procedures in this section to sp ecify the speed, number of images, and other settings for High Speed CS (C ontinuous Shutter). . Shooting with High Speed CS With High Speed CS, recording continues as long as you keep the shutter button depressed. The table below sho ws the settings that can be specified for the C[...]

92 Using BEST SHOT 8. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (Maximum CS Shots) C ontrol Pane l option and then press [SET]. 9. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the maximum nu mber of shots and then press [SET]. 10. Press the shutter button the rest of the way and hold it down. Shooting of images will cont inue as long as you depress th e shutter button or[...]

93 Using BEST SHOT 8. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (Maximum CS Shots) C ontrol Pane l option and then press [SET]. 9. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the maximum nu mber of shots and then press [ 4 ]. 10. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (Pre-record CS Shots) Control Pa nel option and then press [SET]. 11. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the numb[...]

94 Using BEST SHOT . Continuous Shutter Precautio ns • The greater the number of shots, the longer it takes to save them after shooting is complete. • When using a continuous shutter mode, k eep the camera still until shooting is finished. • Zoom is disabled during co nt inuous shutter operations. • When shooting with this function, the sna[...]

95 Using BEST SHOT NO TE • Zoom is disabled during co nt inuous shutter operations. • The following image sizes cannot be selected while shooting with Auto Focus CS: 3:2, 16:9. If select AF-CS while either of t hese image sizes is selected, the camera will automatically switch the images size setting to 16M. • The following camera features ca[...]

96 Using BEST SHOT Full Focus Macro shoots and analyzes a burs t of multiple images and combines them in a way that produces an image in which ever ything is in focus: from ne arby objects to distant objects. 1. Align the mode dial with [ b ] (BEST SHO T). 2. Press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select , and then press [SET]. 4. Select “All-In-[...]

97 Using BEST SHOT This function adjusts exposure and shoots w henever 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. 1. Align the mode dial with [ b ] (BEST SHO T). 2. Press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select [...]

98 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Advanced Settings (REC MENU) The following are menu op erations you can use to configur e various camera settings. • You also can use the Control Panel (page 43) to configure some of the settings that appear on the menu screen. Refer to the pa ge references provided in this section for information about configuring[...]

99 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) . Menu Operations in This Manual Menu operations are represen ted in this manual as shown below. T he following operation is the same as the one described un der “Example Menu Screen Operation” on page 98. Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Handsfree See page 64 for details. Procedure[...]

100 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the RE C Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Control Dial You can assign any one of the fou r function s below to the control dial. After you do, you can change the setting of the func tion by r otating the control dial. * Configure the settings below in order to di rectly adjust focus with the c[...]

101 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * L/ R Key You can select from among the function s described below and assign one to the [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] keys (Key Customize). After you do, you can select eithe r of the functions by pressing the [ 4 ] or [ 6 ] key. * To use the [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] keys to [...]

102 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Image Size • The initial factory d efault image size setting is “16M”. • Selecting “3:2” records images w ith an aspect ratio of 3:2, which matches the standard aspect ratio of print paper. • The letters “HDTV” stand for “H igh Defin[...]

103 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) • Available image sizes are limited for some functions as noted below. . Pixels and image size A digital camera image is a collection of small dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are in an image, the more detail there will be. However, you generally can do with fewer pixels when printing an image (L si[...]

104 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Image Quality • The “Fine” setting helps to bring out det ails when shoot ing a finely detailed image of nature that includes d ense tree branches or le aves, or an image of a complex pattern. • Memory capacity (the number of images you can reco[...]

105 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * IS O For details, see the Control Pane l procedure on page 51. STD 3.9 Megabits/second (30 frames/secon d) Use this setting for standar d movie recording. Recording with this setting is performed using an aspect ratio of 4:3. HS1000 40.0 Me gabits /sec [...]

106 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * ISO High Limit NO TE • When the “ISO Sensitivity” setting (page 51 ) is something other than “Auto”, the “ISO High Limit” setting is ignored, a nd sh ooting is performed using the option selected for the “ISO Sensitivity” setting. • [...]

107 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * AF Area You can use the following procedure to change th e Auto Focus metering area for shooting snapshots. • When recording movies, the AF metering area is always “ U Spot”. • Auto Focus is disabled when “MF” (Manual Focus) is selected for [...]

108 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) 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 movin g subject using telephoto, when shooting a fast-moving subject, or w hen shooting under dim lighting condi[...]

109 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Li ghting You can use this setting to optimize th e balance between bright areas an d dark areas when shooting images. Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Continuous AF When shooting a snapshot while “On” is se lected for[...]

110 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Face Detection When shooting people, the face detection feature detects the faces of up t o ten individuals and adjusts focus and brightness accordingly. 1. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect “On” and then press [SET]. 2. Point the camera at the subject[...]

111 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Digital Zoom Select “On” when you want to use digital zoom (page 57). • Digital zoom is disabled while s hooting with the following featur e. – High speed movi e recording, Some BEST SHOT scenes Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC [...]

112 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Fo cus For details, see the Control Pane l procedure on page 48. Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Self -timer For details, see the Control Pane l procedure on page 45. Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU[...]

113 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Satu ration You can specify one of five satura tion setti ngs from +2 (most saturated) to –2 (least saturated). Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Contrast You can specify one of five contrast settings from +2 (most contr [...]

114 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Grid Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Review While Review is turned on, the camera will display a image f or about one second immediately after you press the shutter button to record it. • Image review is availabl e only[...]

115 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Memory This setting lets you specify which came ra setting s 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, y ou should enable the setting’s memory. [...]

116 Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots and Movies See page 37 for the procedure for viewing snapshots. 1. Press [ p ] (PLAY) and th en use [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] to display the movie you want to view. 2. Press [SET] to start playback. Movie Playback Controls Viewing Snapshots Viewing a Movi e Fast forward/fast reverse [ 4 ] [ 6 ] (Playback in [...]

117 Viewing Snapshots and Movies • Playback may not be possible for movies not recorded with this camera. • A movie that has been rotated using “Rotation” (page 136) or “Auto Rotate” (page 166) cannot be zoomed. 1. Press [ p ] (PLAY), and then use [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] to display the panorama images you want to view. 2. Press [SET] to start p[...]

118 Viewing Snapshots and Movies Each time you perform a continuous shutter (CS) operation, the camera creates a CS group that includes all of the images for th at particular CS session. You can use the following procedure to play back the images in a particular CS group. 1. Press [ p ] (PLAY) and th en use [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] to display the CS group w[...]

119 Viewing Snapshots and Movies The following are operations th at are supported after you press [SET] to start image playback. You can use the following procedu res to del ete images while playback is in progress or paused. . Deleting a Specific CS Gro up File 1. While CS image playback is in progre ss or paused (toggle by p ressing [SET]), press[...]

120 Viewing Snapshots and Movies . Deleting Multiple Fil es in a CS Gro up 1. While CS image playback is in progre ss or paused (toggle by p ressing [SET]), press [ 2 ]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Delete” and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Delete Fram es” and then p[...]

121 Viewing Snapshots and Movies Use the following to divide up a CS Group into individual images. . Dividing Up a Specific CS Gro up 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [ 4 ], use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the “ p PLAY MENU” tab, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Divide Group” and then press [ 6 ]. 4. Use [ 8 [...]

122 Viewing Snapshots and Movies Use the following procedure to copy an image in a CS group to a location outside of the group. 1. While CS image playback is in progre ss or paused (toggle by p ressing [SET]), press [ 2 ]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Copy”, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 4 ][...]

123 Viewing Snapshots and Movies 1. In the PLAY mode, use [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] to scroll through the images until the one you want is dis played. 2. Rotate the zoom controller tow ards z ( [ ) to zoom. You can use [ 8 ], [ 2 ], [ 4 ], and [ 6 ] to scroll the zoomed image on the monitor screen. You can also use the control dial to scroll upwards and down[...]

124 Viewing Snapshots and Movies 1. Use the optionally avail able AV cable (EMC-8A) to connect the camera to the TV. • For details about connecting to the ca mera and precautions when connecting, see page 22. • Make sure that the camera is turned off befor e plugging in or unplugging the cable. Check the user documentation that comes with the T[...]

125 Viewing Snapshots and Movies NO TE • Audio is stereo. • Some TVs may not be able to output images and/or audio cor rectly. • All icons and indicators that appear on the monitor scr een also appear on the TV screen. You can use [ 8 ] (DISP) to change the display contents. • Normally connecting the camera to a T V during recording will ca[...]

126 Viewing Snapshots and Movies NO TE • 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. • Connecting the camera[...]

127 Viewing Snapshots and Movies . Selecting the HDMI Te rminal Ou tput Method (HDMI Output) Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * HDMI Output Use this setting to select the digit al signal format when conn ecting to a TV with an HDMI cable. * 1080i corresp onds to 1080 60i, but not 1080 50i. Because o f this, the required output method may be[...]

128 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. Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * [ME NU] * “ p PLAY MENU” Ta b * Dual Screen Play You can use Dual Screen Play to play ba ck movies of two different screens side-by-[...]

129 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) • To stop the slideshow, press [SET] or [MENU]. Pressing [MENU] stops the slideshow and returns to the menu screen. • Adjust audio volume by pressing [ 2 ] and then press [ 8 ] or [ 2 ] during playback. • All button operations are disabled while the slideshow is transitioning from on e image to another[...]

130 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) 2. Perform one of the following operat ions to open the memory card or built-in memory. This will cause the camera to be recogn ized by your computer as a Removable Disk (Drive). • Windows 1 Windows 7, Windows Vista: Start * Computer Windows XP: Start * My Computer 2 Double-click “Removable Disk”. •M[...]

131 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * Movie Screen of Movie to be Edited * [MENU] * “ p PLAY MENU” Tab * Mov ie Editi ng The Movie Editing feature lets you use one of the follow ing procedures to edit out a specific part of a movie. 1. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the editi ng method you want to use and then press [[...]

132 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) 4. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Yes” an d then press [SET]. The selected cut operation will take cons iderable time to complete. Don’t try to perform any camera operation until the “Busy... Please wait...” message disappears from the monitor scree n. Note that a cut operation can take a long time[...]

133 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [ME NU] * “ p PLAY MENU” Tab * Whi te Balan ce You can use the white balance setting to select a light source type for a recorded image, which will affect the colors of the image. NO TE • You also can adjust the white balan ce when recording images (page 46). [...]

134 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [ME NU] * “ p PLAY MENU” Tab * DPOF Printing See page 143 for details. Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * [ME NU] * “ p PLAY MENU” Ta b * Protect IMPORT ANT! • Note that even if a file is protected, it will be deleted if you perform the format operation (page 172). [...]

135 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) . To protect a spe cific imag e in a CS group 1. While CS image playback is in progre ss or paused (toggle by p ressing [SET]), press [ 2 ]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect “Protect” and then pr ess [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Select Frames[...]

136 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [ME NU] * “ p PLAY MENU” Tab * Date /Time When the date a nd time settings ar e what yo u want, align the cursor with “Apply” and then press [SET] to apply them. • To switch between 12-hour and 24-hour timekeeping, move the cursor to “am (pm)” and “2[...]

137 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [ME NU] * “ p PLAY MENU” Tab * Resize You can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the r esult as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retained. You can resize an image to on e of three sizes: 10M, 3M, VGA. • Resizing a 3:2 or 16:9 size snapsho[...]

138 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) 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 memor y card or from a memory card to built-in memory. NO TE • You can copy snapshots or movies you recorded with this camera. Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * [ME[...]

139 Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * Display CS group. * [MENU] * “ p PLAY MENU” Tab * CS M ulti Print 1. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect “Create”. • You can use [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] to sele ct a different CS group, if you want. 2. Press [SET]. This converts the CS group to a 16M (4608 x 3456) image with up to 30 CS[...]

140 Printing Printing * You can specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before printing (page 143). Printing Snapshot s Professiona l Print Se rvice * 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 *[...]

141 Printing You can connect the camera directly to a printer that suppor ts PictBridge and print images without going through a computer. . To set up the camera before connecting to a printer 1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. 2. On the “ ¥ SETTING” tab, select “USB” and then press [ 6 ]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect “PictBrid[...]

142 Printing . To print 1. Turn on the prin ter and load paper. 2. Turn on the camera. This will display the print menu screen. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Paper Size”, and then press [ 6 ]. 4. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select a paper si ze and then press [SET]. • The following are the availa ble paper sizes. 3.5"×5", 5"×7[...]

143 Printing . Digital Print O rder Format ( DPOF) DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off information on the memory card with the images. After configuring settings, you can use the memory card to print on a home printer that supports DPOF or ta ke the memory card to a professional print serv[...]

144 Printing . Configuri ng the Sam e DPOF Settings for All the Images Procedure [ p ] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [ME NU] * “ p PLAY MENU” Tab * DPOF Printing * All images 1. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to specify the number of copies. You can specify a value up to 99. Specify 00 if you do not w ant to print the image. • Note that the specified numbe[...]

145 Printing . To configure the same DPOF settings for all the imag es in a CS group 1. While CS image playback is in progre ss or paused (toggle by p ressing [SET]), press [ 2 ]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect “DPOF Printing” and then press [S ET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Frame all[...]

146 Printing . Date Stamp ing You can use one of the following three methods to include the recordin g date in the printout of an image. . Standards Supported by the Camera • PictBridge This is a standard of the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can connect the camera directly t o a printer that suppo rts PictBridge, and perform[...]

147 Using the Camera with a Computer Using the Camera with a Computer You can perform the operations described below while the camera is conne cted to a computer. * Windows only The procedures you need to per form when us ing the camera with your computer and when using the software are differen t for Windows and the Macintosh. Things you can do us[...]

148 Using the Camera with a Computer Install the required software in acco rdance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do. * Photo Transport and YouTube Uploader for CASIO will not r un under 64-bit versions of Windows OS. Using the Came ra with a Windo ws Computer When you want to do this: Operating System Version Insta[...]

149 Using the Camera with a Computer . Precautions for Windows Use rs • The software requires Administrator privileges to run. • Operation on a self- made computer is not supported. • Operation may not be possible under certain computer environments. You can connect the camera to your computer in order to view an d store images (snapshot and [...]

150 Using the Camera with a Computer 4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your compute r. • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 23. 5. Turn on the camera. • The first time you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable, an error[...]

151 Using the Camera with a Computer 12. After you finish copying images, disconne ct the camera from the comput er. After confirming that the back lamp is not flashing red, disconnect the USB cable. . To view images you copied to your computer 1. Double-click the copied “DCIM” folder to open i t. 2. Double-click the folder that contai ns the i[...]

152 Using the Camera with a Computer To play back a movie, first copy it to you r computer and then double-click the movie file. Some operating systems may not be able to pla y back movies. If this happens, you need to install separately available softwar e. • With Windows 7, playback is suppor ted by Windows Media Player 12 . • If you are unab[...]

153 Using the Camera with a Computer Install the required software in acco rdance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want to do. IMPORT ANT! • Never unplug the USB cable, or operate the camera while viewing or storing images. Doing so can cause data to become corrupted. • The camera does not support operation wit[...]

154 Using the Camera with a Computer . To connect the camer a to your computer and save files 1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. 2. On the “ ¥ SETTING” tab, select “USB” and then press [ 6 ]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select “Mass Storag e”, and then press [SET]. 4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with th[...]

155 Using the Camera with a Computer . To view copied images 1. Double-click the camera’s drive icon. 2. Double-click the “DCIM” fo lder to ope n it. 3. Double-click the folder that contai ns the image s you want to view. 4. Double-click the image file you want to view. • For information about file names, see “M emory Folder Structure” [...]

156 Using the Camera with a Computer . Movie Playback Precautions Proper movie playback may not be possi ble on some Macintosh models. If you experience problems, try t he following. – Try recording movies with a quality setting of “STD”. – Upgrade to the latest version of QuickTime. – Shut down other applications that are running. Even i[...]

157 Using the Camera with a Computer IMPORT ANT! • Recorded images are transferred over w ireless LAN. Do not use the Eye-Fi card or turn off Eye-Fi card communication (page 164) when on an aircraft or in any other location where use of wireless commu nication is limited or prohibited. • Loading an Eye-Fi card will cause the Eye-Fi indicator to[...]

158 Using the Camera with a Computer Loading a commercially availabl e FlashAir card in the camera makes it possible to view images on and copy them to a smar tphone or computer over a wireless LAN connection. • For more information, see the instructions that come w ith the card. 1. Use a computer or other device to configure the settings of the [...]

159 Using the Camera with a Computer IMPORT ANT! • When on an aircraft or in an y other location where use of wireless communicatio n is limited or prohibited, do not use a FlashAir car d, or change the camera’s “FlashAir” setting (page 164 ) and the FlashAir card’s setting to those shown below. FlashAir: Off Memory Card: Start with the c[...]

160 Using the Camera with a Computer The camera creates a file each time you shoo t 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. • For details about how folders are organized in memory, see “Memo ry Folder Structure” (pa[...]

161 Using the Camera with a Computer The camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF). . About DCF The following operations are supported fo r DCF-compliant images. Note, however, that CASIO makes no performance guarantees concerning these oper ations. • Transferring this camera’s DCF-com pliant[...]

162 Using the Camera with a Computer . Supported Imag e 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. . Bui[...]

163 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. Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * ECO Mode Enabling power saving reduces the bright ness of the monitor screen and switches other camera operations to[...]

164 Other Settings (SETTING) Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * Eye-Fi Select “Off” to disable Eye-Fi card communication (page 156). Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * FlashAir Selecting “Start with the control imag e” for the FlashAir card setting and selecting “On” for the camera’s “Fla shAir” setting wi ll estab[...]

165 Other Settings (SETTING) Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * Create Folder • Images recorded with the BEST SHOT “For eBay” or “Auction” scene, and the “For YouTube” scene are stored in special folders. They are not stored in the folder you create here. • Deleting all of the files in a folder cause the folder to be deleted[...]

166 Other Settings (SETTING) Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * Auto Ro tate The camera automatically detects whether a snapshot image was sh ot in portrait or landscape orientation and displays it accordingly. Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * File No. Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the [...]

167 Other Settings (SETTING) 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. Trigger Time Settings: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 mi n, Off (Sleep is disa bled whi[...]

168 Other Settings (SETTING) Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * PLAY • With “On/Off”, the camera turns off when you press [ p ] (PLAY) in the PLAY mode. Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * Delete Key The camera will not start the image delete operation when you press [ 2 ] ( ) while “Delete Key” is turned on. You can protec[...]

169 Other Settings (SETTING) 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the g eographic area you want and then press [SET]. 4. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to sel ect the city you want and then press [SET]. 5. Press [SET]. IMPORT ANT! • Before configuring Wo rld Time settings, make sure that the Home C ity setting is the place where you live or normally use the cam[...]

170 Other Settings (SETTING) Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * Date Style You can select from among three different styles for the d ate. Example: July 10, 2015 • This setting also affects the Control Pa nel date format as shown below (page 43). YY/MM/DD or MM/DD/YY: MM/DD DD/MM/YY: DD/MM Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * Lang u[...]

171 Other Settings (SETTING) Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * USB You can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device. Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * Video Out You can use the procedure in this section to sele ct either [...]

172 Other Settings (SETTING) Procedure [MENU] * “ ¥ SETTING” Tab * Format If a memory card is load ed in the camera, this operation will for mat the memory card. It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded. • The format operation will delete all conten ts on the memor y card or in built-in memory. It cannot be undone. Make sur[...]

173 Appendix Appendix * DANGER This symbol indicates information that, if ignored or applied incorrectly, creates t he danger of death or serious person al injury. * WARNING This indication stipulates matters that have t he risk of causing death or serious injury if the product is operated incorrectly while ignoring this indication. * CAUTION This [...]

174 Appendix • 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 w hen charging it. – Never carry or store the ba ttery together with [...]

175 Appendix * WARNING . Smoke, abnormal odor, overhe ating, and other a bnormalities • Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or while it is overheating creates t he risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps whenever any of the a bove symptoms are present. 1. Turn off the camera. 2.[...]

176 Appendix • Misuse of the USB-AC adapter can cause them to become damaged, creating the risk of fire and electric shock. Be sure to observe the following precautions. – Never place heavy objects on the USB-AC adap ter or subject it to direct heat. – Do not modify the USB-AC adapter, allow it to become damaged, o r forcibly bend it. – Do [...]

177 Appendix . Dropping and Rou gh Treatment • Continued use of the camera after it is damaged by dropping or other rough treatment creates the risk of fi re and electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps wheneve r any of the above symp toms are present. 1. Turn off the camera. 2. If you are using the USB-AC adapter to power the came[...]

178 Appendix . Recharge able Batte ry • If battery charging does not end norma lly w ithin the specified charging time, stop charging anyway and conta ct 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[...]

179 Appendix . Monitor Screen • Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel sur face 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 becom e cracked, never touch any of the liquid inside the monitor screen. Doing so creates th e risk of skin infl[...]

180 Appendix . Transport • When in an aircraft or me dical fac ility, comply with instructions of personnel in charge. Electromagnetic waves and other signals emitted by the camera can adversely affect other equipment. . Camera Jacket • When wearing the strap arou nd your neck, the camera can unexpectedly bump into objects, fall, or become caug[...]

181 Appendix . 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. – Re moving the battery or memory card while t he camera is performing some operation – Re moving the battery or memory card wh ile t he back lamp is flashing[...]

182 Appendix . Lens • Never apply too much force when cle aning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause ma lfunction. • You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should b e straig ht. This is due to the char acteristics of lenses, and does not indica[...]

183 Appendix . Copyrights Except for your own person al enjoyment, unau thorized use of snapshots or movies of images whose rights belong to others, without the permission of the right ho lder, is forbidden by copyright laws. In some case s, shooting of public performances, shows, exhibitions, etc. may be restricted entirely, even if it is for your[...]

184 Appendix . If the camera’s back lamp starts fla shing red... If the back lamp starts flashing red during c har ging, it means that further cha rging is not possible for one of the reasons below. Per form the actions described below to correct the problem and then try charging ag ain. Ambient temperature or th e temperature of the battery is a[...]

185 Appendix . Precautions during Use • Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. This is due to t he 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). Outside this temp[...]

186 Appendix See page 28 for information about supported memory car ds 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 switch when you need to guard against accidentally deleting data. Note, however, if you write protect an SD memory card you mus[...]

187 Appendix . Discarding or Tr ansferring Ownershi p 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 fo r the data on a memory card lies with you. The followin g procedures are recommended whenever you dis[...]

188 Appendix The tables in this section show the initia l default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) af ter you reset the camera (page 172). Menu items depend on whet her the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. • A dash (–) indicates an item whose setting is not reset or an item for which there is [...]

189 Appendix . p PLAY MENU . ¥ SETTING Dual Screen Play – Slideshow Images: All images / Time: 30 min / Interval: 3 sec / Effect: Pattern 1 MOTION PRINT Create Movie Editing – Lighting – White Balance – Brightness – DPOF Printing – Protect – Date/Time – Rotation – Resize – Trimming – Copy – Divide Group – CS Multi Print ?[...]

190 Appendix Displays a histogram on the monitor screen which you can u se to check the exposure of an image befo re you shoot it. You also can display the histogram in the PLAY mode for information about the exposure levels of images. NO TE • A centered histogram does not necessa rily guarantee optimum exp osure. The recorded image may be over-e[...]

191 Appendix Example Histograms A histogram towards the left side results when the overall image is dark. A histogram that is too far to the left may result in “black o ut” of the dark areas of an image. A histogram towards the right side results when the overall image is light. A histogram that is too far to the right may result in “white ou[...]

192 Appendix When things don’t go rig ht... Troubleshooting Problem Possible Caus e and Recommende d Action Power Supply Power does not turn on. 1) The battery may not be load ed correct ly (page 20 ). 2) The battery may b e dead. Char ge the batt ery (page 2 2). If the battery go es dead soon a fter being ch arged, it mean s the battery ha s rea[...]

193 Appendix The subject is out of focus in the recorded i mage. The image may not be focused pro perly. When co mposing the image, make sur e the subje ct is locat ed inside the focus fram e. The flash does not fire. 1) If ? (Flash Off) is selected as t he flash mod e, change to another m ode (page 54). 2) I f the batter y is low, char ge it (page[...]

194 Appendix A recorde d image was not saved. 1) Camera power may have been turned off be fore the sa ve operation was co mplete, which will re sult in the image not being save d. If the ba ttery indica tor shows , ch arge the battery as soon as po ssible (pag e 26). 2) Y ou may have remove d the memory card f rom the camera before the sa ve operat[...]

195 Appendix Playback The color of the playback i mage is different fr om what appears on th e monitor scr een when shooti ng. Sunlight o r light from an other source may be shini ng directly into the len s when yo u are shoo ting. Positi on the camer a so sunlight do es not shin e direct ly into the l ens. Images are not displayed. This camera ca [...]

196 Appendix Language sel ection screen appea rs when the camera is turned on. 1) Y ou did not co nfigure ini tial sett ings after pu rchasing the camera or th e camera may h ave been le ft with a dead battery. Configure the correc t settings ( pages 27, 170) . 2) T here may be a probl em with the came ra’s memory dat a. If this is the c ase, per[...]

197 Appendix Display Messages ALERT The camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wait until it cools down before tr ying to use it again. Battery is low. Battery power is low. Can not find th e file. The image you specified with the slideshow “Images” setting cannot be fou[...]

198 Appendix Memory Full Memory is full with images you recorded and/or files saved by editing operations. When sho oting with Prerecord CS, this message indicates that there is not enough memory capacity to record all of the pre-reco rded images. Delete files you no longer need (page 38). Printing Error An error occurred while printing. • The pr[...]

199 Appendix Snapshot Number of Snapshots/Movie Rec ording Time Image Size (Pixels) Quality File Size Built-in Memor y * 1 Recording Capacity SD Memor y Card * 2 Recording Capacity 16M (4608 x 3456) Fine 10.71 MB 2 1072 Normal 5.57 MB 3 1654 3:2 (4608 x 3072) Fine 9.43 MB 2 1214 Normal 4.92 MB 3 1873 16:9 (4608 x 2592) Fine 7.83 MB 2 1466 Normal 4.[...]

200 Appendix Movies Image Size/Pixels (Audio) Approximate Data Rate (Frame Rate) Maximum File Size Built-in Memory * 1 Recording Capacity Maximum Recording Time with SD Memory Card * 2 File Size of 1-minute Movie Continuous Recording Time per Movie * 3 FHD (1920 x 1080) (Stereo) 14.2 Megabi ts/second (30 fram es/secon d) 4GB 14 seconds 2 hours 13 m[...]

201 Appendix *1 Built-in memory capacity after formatting (App rox. 29.1MB) *2 When using a 16GB S DHC memory card (SanDisk C orporation). Number o f image and recording time values dep end on the memory card you are us ing. *3 The allowable reco rding time will be shorter if the capac ity of the SD memo ry card you are using is smaller th an the m[...]

202 Appendix • Snapshot and mov ie record ing capacity values are a pproximate a nd intende d for referenc e only. Actual capacity de pends on im age contents . • File size and d ata rate valu es are appro ximate and intended for referenc e only. Actual values depend on the type of image bein g shot. • When using a memory card with a differen[...]

203 Appendix Specifi cations File Forma t Snapshots: RAW (DNG) * , JPEG (Exif Version 2.3; DCF 2.0 stand ard; DPOF compliant) Movies: MOV format, H. 264/AVC standar d, IMA-ADPCM (s tereo) * DNG file format is one type of RAW image fil e, and it is recommended by Adobe Systems Incorporat ed for use as a standard i mage file f ormat. Recordin g Media[...]

204 Appendix Exposure Co ntrol Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Sp eed Priori ty AE, Manual Expos ure Exposure Compens ation –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV (i n 1/3EV steps) Shutter CMOS el ectronic sh utter, mecha nical shutt er Shutter Spe ed Snapshot (Pr ogram Auto): 1 /4 to 1/2000 se cond Snapshot (P remium Aut o PRO): 4 to 1/4000 sec ond Snapsh[...]

205 Appendix Approximate Battery Life All of the values provided below represent th e approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F )) before the camera turns off. These values are not guaranteed. Low temperatures shorten batter y life. • Battery: NP-130 (Rated Capacity: 1800 mAh) • Recording Medium: 16GB SDHC memo ry card ([...]

206 Appendix . Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-1 30) . USB-AC adaptor (AD-C53U) • Power cord precautions for use in Singapore The power cord set is not supplied. The power cord used must comply with relevant national and/or international sta ndards. Power Co nsumptio n 3.7 V DC , Approxima tely 5.6 W Dimensions 107.5 (W) x 61.5 (H) x 36.7 (D[...]

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A-1 Golf Swing Analysis Guide This guide explains how to use the BEST SHOT golf swing scenes to record a golf swing and then analyze its movements. Using the Camera to An alyze a Go lf Swing From the behind From the front Two-swing compar ison Contents ❚❙ Using the Camera to A nalyze a Golf Swing A-1 ❚❙ Recording a Golf Swing A-2 ❚ Golf S[...]

A-2 Your camera includes a variety of features that make it easy to recor d and analyze golf swings. The three BEST SHOT scenes available for golf swing recording are listed below. Select the one that suits the kind of analysis you want to per form. • Slow Motion Swing (Behind) • Slow Motion Swing (Front) • Swing Burst . Golf Swing Shooting P[...]

A-3 1. Align the mode dial with [ b ] (BEST SHOT). 2. Press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select , and then press [SET]. This will display a menu of BEST SHOT scenes. 4. Use [ 8 ], [ 2 ], [ 4 ], and [ 6 ] to select “Slow Motion Swing (Behind)” and then press [SET]. 5. Press [SET]. 6. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the “Movie Quality” Cont[...]

A-4 . To self-shoot f rom behind w ith the Handsfre e Mode 1. 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” setting to “Always” or “1[...]

A-5 5. To view the movie you ju st shot, move your hand in the vicinity of the (preview) icon. When the camera detects your movement, it will pla y back the movie in real time. Use this feature when you want to check your swing immediately after recording it. . To self-shoot from behi nd with th e self-timer 1. Press [SET]. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] t[...]

A-6 . To shoot from behin d with normal movie recording 1. Compose the image so the left vertical line runs up the leg to the hip of a right -handed golfer, or the right vertical line runs up the leg of a left-handed go lfer. The bottom ho rizontal line should be aligned with the bo ttom of the golfer’s shoe s. 2. Press [ 0 ] (Movie). This starts[...]

A-7 4. Use [ 8 ], [ 2 ], [ 4 ], and [ 6 ] to sele ct “Slow Motion Swing (Fron t)” and then press [SET]. 5. Press [SET]. 6. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the “Movie Quality” Control Panel option and then press [ 6 ]. 7. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the movie qualit y setting you want and then press [SET]. 8. Perform the operation required f[...]

A-8 . To self-shoot f rom the front with the Handsfree Mode 1. 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” setting to “Always” or “[...]

A-9 . To self-shoot fr om the front with the self-timer 1. Press [SET]. 2. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select the (Self-timer) C ontrol Panel option, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 8 ] and [ 2 ] to select „ (10 seconds) or ‚ (2 seconds) and then press [SET]. 4. Compose the image so the vertical line is aligned with the center of the go lfer’s body[...]

A-10 . To self-shoot f rom the front with normal movie record ing 1. Compose the image so the vertical line is aligned with the center of the go lfer’s body, and the ho rizontal line i s aligned w ith the ball. 2. Press [ 0 ] (Movie). This starts movie recording. • The camera will focus the image automatically before shooting starts, but the fo[...]

A-11 4. Use [ 8 ], [ 2 ], [ 4 ], and [ 6 ] to select “Swing Burst” and then press [SET]. The following are the initial default Prerecord CS sett ings used for Swing Burst. • You can use the Control Panel to change the above settings, if you want. • When you select “Swing Burst” with the BEST SHOT scene menu the High Speed CS, Maximum CS[...]

A-12 Your camera can be used in various ways to analyze a golf swing. Lines displayed in a movie image shot from behind the golfer can be used to analyze the swing. 1. Press [ p ] (PLAY), and then use [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] to display the movie of the back-shot swing yo u want to analyze. 2. Press [SET] to start playback. When playback reac hes the image [...]

A-13 8. Use [ 8 ], [ 2 ], [ 4 ], and [ 6 ] to align th e reference po int (the point where the red line and the green line inter sect) with the golfer’s hip. Next, rotate the co ntrol dial to change the angle of t he green lin e so it runs fr om the hip to the shoulder. • You can also change the angle of the green line by rotating the function [...]

A-14 5. Use [ 8 ], [ 2 ], [ 4 ], and [ 6 ] to move the intersection of the blue (rig ht vertical) and red (top h orizontal) lines so the blue line i s just outside the left foot of the golfer and the red line is aligned with the top o f the golfer’s head. • You can also use the control dial to move up and down and the function ring to move left[...]

A-15 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. Up to 40 sets of D ual Screen Play data can be in memory at one time. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. This will display the m[...]

A-16 5. On the image menu that a ppears, specify the two movies you want to use for Dual Screen Play. • After you select one movie, the only movi es you will be able to select for the second movie will be those that are the same image quality of the first movie. • To change the view from the image menu to the curre ntly selected image only, rot[...]

A-17 9. Use [ 4 ] and [ 6 ] to scroll through the images of the second movie until the frame where you want playback to start is displayed, and then press [ 2 ] to save it. • 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 disap[...]