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2-590-641-11(1)
Digital Still Camera
Enjoying the camera
User's Guide/ Troubleshooting
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and "Read This First" (separate volume) thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Using the menu
Using the Setup screen
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-S60/S80/ST80/S90 Serial No. ___________________________
Using your computer
Printing still images
DSC-S60/ S80/ST80/ S90
Connecting your camera to your TV
Troubleshooting
Others
"Read This First" (separate volume)
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
Explains the set-up and basic operations for shooting/playback with your camera.
Index
Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
Printed in China
© 2005 Sony Corporation
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S60 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S90 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
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Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Notice for customers in the United Kingdom (DSC-S90/S80/ ST80 only)
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
For Customers in Europe
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada (DSC-S90 only)
RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES
Nickel Metal Hydride batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Nickel Metal Hydride batteries.
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Notes on using your camera
Types of "Memory Stick" that can be used (not supplied)
The IC recording medium used by this camera is a "Memory Stick". There are two types of "Memory Stick".
· "Memory Stick": you can use a "Memory Stick" with your camera.
Carl Zeiss lens
This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast. The lens for this camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.
No compensation for contents of the recording
· "Memory Stick Duo": you can use a "Memory Stick Duo" by inserting it into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. · The contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media, etc.
Back up recommendation
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor
· For details on "Memory Stick", see page 91. · To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to other medium.
Back up of the internal memory
· If you turn off the power by opening the battery/ "Memory Stick" cover, etc. during the access lamp is lit, the data in the internal memory may be corrupted. Be sure to back up the data to avoid the potential risk of data loss. See pages 23, 58 on how to back up the data.
Notes on the Nickel-Metal Hydride battery (supplied with DSC-S80/S90 only)
· Charge both of the supplied Ni-MH batteries before using the camera for the first time. (t step 1 in"Read This First") · The batteries can be charged even if they are not completely discharged. Also, even if batteries are not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the batteries as is. · If you do not intend to use the batteries for a long time, use up the existing charge and remove them from your camera, then store them in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain the batteries' functions (page 93). · For details on the usable batteries, see page 93.
Notes on recording/playback
· This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Read "Precautions" (page 95) before operating the camera. · Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. · Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water entering the inside of the camera may cause malfunctions which in some cases may not be repairable. · Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of your camera. · Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly. · Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions. · If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 95).
Note on the battery pack NP-NH25 (supplied with DSC-ST80 only)
Refer to the operating instructions "Cyber-shot Station".
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· Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images, this may render the recording medium unusable, or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss. · Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light emission.
The pictures used in this manual
The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera.
On illustrations
Illustrations used in this manual are of the DSCS60 unless noted otherwise.
Notes on the LCD screen, LCD finder (for models with an LCD finder) and lens
· The LCD screen and the LCD finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the LCD finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. · Exposing the LCD screen, the finder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. · Do not press against the LCD screen. The screen may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction. · Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction. · This camera is equipped with a power zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it.
On image data compatibility
· This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system universal standard) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). · Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.
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For full use of the digital still camera
Prepare the camera and shoot in auto adjustment mode
"Read This First" (separate volume)
1 Prepare the battery 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a "Memory Stick" (not supplied) 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode) Shoot still images (Scene Selection) 6 View/Delete images
Get more friendly with your camera
This manual
· Shoot with your favorite settings (Program auto shooting/
Manual shooting) t page 26
· Enjoy various shooting/playback using the menu t page 29 · Change the default settings t page 45
1 2 1 2
Connect your camera to a PC or a printer
This manual
· Copy your images to a computer and enjoy editing them in
various ways t page 56
· Print images by connecting your camera directly to a printer
(PictBridge compliant printers only) t page 69
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Table of contents
Notes on using your camera .....................................................................4
Enjoying the camera
Basic techniques for better images .........................................................10
Focus Focusing on a subject successfully................................................... 10 Exposure Adjusting the light intensity .......................................................... 11 Color On the effects of lighting..................................................................... 12 Quality On "image quality" and "image size" ............................................... 13
Identifying parts.......................................................................................15 Indicators on the screen ..........................................................................17 Changing the screen display ...................................................................21 Number of still images and recording time of movies..............................22 When you do not have a "Memory Stick" (Recording with the internal memory) ..................................................................................................23 Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed ............24 Using the mode dial.................................................................................26
Using the menu
Using menu items ..............................................................................29 Menu items ..........................................................................................30
Shooting menu ........................................................................................31
(EV) 9 (Focus) (Metering Mode) WB (White Bal) ISO (P.Quality) Mode (REC Mode) M (Interval) (Flash Level) PFX (P.Effect) (Saturation) (Contrast) (Sharpness) (Setup)
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Viewing menu ......................................................................................... 38
(Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming
Using the Setup screen
Using Setup items .............................................................................. 45
1
Camera 1 ........................................................................................... 46
AF Mode Digital Zoom Date/Time Red Eye Reduction AF Illuminator Auto Review
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Camera 2 ........................................................................................... 49
Enlarged Icon
Internal Memory Tool ........................................................................ 50
Format
Memory Stick Tool............................................................................. 51
Format Create REC. Folder Change REC. Folder Copy
1
Setup 1............................................................................................... 53
LCD Backlight Beep Language Initialize
2
Setup 2............................................................................................... 54
File Number USB Connect Video Out Clock Set
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Using your computer
Enjoying your Windows computer ...........................................................56 Copying images to your computer...........................................................58 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a "Memory Stick") .......................................................................................64 Using the supplied software ....................................................................65 Using your Macintosh computer..............................................................67
Printing still images
How to print still images ..........................................................................69 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer .................70 Printing at a shop ....................................................................................73
Connecting your camera to your TV
Viewing images on a TV screen ..............................................................75
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................77 Warning indicators and messages ..........................................................88
Others
On the "Memory Stick" ............................................................................91 On the battery charger and the batteries ................................................93 Precautions .............................................................................................95 Specifications ..........................................................................................96
Index ......................................................................................................98
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Enjoying the camera
Basic techniques for better images
Focus Exposure Color Quality This section describes the basics so you can enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use various camera functions such as the mode dial (page 26), the menus (page 29), and so on.
Focus
Focusing on a subject successfully
When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
Press fully down straight away Press halfway down, then
Flashing,lit/beeps
VGA FINE
Press fully down
96
S AF
30 F3.5
To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t [Focus] (page 32) If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake. "Hints for preventing blur" (below).
t
See
Hints for preventing blur
Hold the camera steadily, keeping your arms at your side. Also, you can stabilize the camera by leaning against a tree or a building beside you. Using a tripod, and using the flash in dark places are also recommended.
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Exposure Adjusting the light intensity
You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.
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Exposure:
Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives light Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass through ISO = Recording sensitivity
Overexposure = too much light Whitish image Correct exposure
The exposure is automatically set to the proper value in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust it manually using the functions below. [Manual exposure]: Allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually. t page 27 [EV]: Allows you to adjust the exposure that has been determined by the camera. t page 31 [Metering Mode]: Allows you to change the part of the subject to be measured to determine the exposure. t page 33
Underexposure = too little light Darker image
Characteristics of "shutter speed"
Characteristics of "aperture" (F value)
Faster Moving objects appear stopped.
Slower Moving objects appear to flow.
Open In-focus range narrows, both backward and forward.
Close In-focus range widens, both backward and forward.
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Adjusting the ISO sensitivity
ISO is unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device (equivalent to photo films) receives. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity. [ISO] adjusts the sensitivity t page 34
High ISO sensitivity Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location. However, the image tends to become noisy.
Low ISO sensitivity Records a smoother image. However, the image may become darker.
Color
On the effects of lighting
The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.
Example: The color of an image affected by light sources
Weather/lighting
Daylight
Cloudy
Fluorescent
Incandescent
Characteristics of light
White (standard)
Bluish
Blue-tinged
Reddish
The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 34).
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Quality
On "image quality" and "image size"
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A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the picture becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. "Image size" is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Description of the pixels and the image size 1 Image size: 4M 2304 2,304 pixels×1,728 pixels = 3,981,312 pixels
640 1728 480
2 Image size: VGA(E-Mail) 640 pixels×480 pixels = 307,200 pixels
Pixels
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Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in "Read This First")
Pixel
Many (Fine image quality and large file size) Few (Rough image quality but small file size) Example: Printing in up to A4 size
Example: An attached image to be sent by e-mail
The default settings are marked with
Image size
.
Usage guidelines
4M (2304×1728) 3:2 (2304×1536)* 3M (2048×1536) 1M (1280×960) VGA(E-Mail) (640×480)
Larger
For printing high density images in A4 or A5 size
Smaller
For printing in postcard size For recording a large number of images For attaching images to e-mail or creating web pages
* Images are recorded in the same 3:2 aspect ratio as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc.
Selecting the image quality (compression ratio) in combination (page 34)
You can select the compression ratio when digital images are saved. When you select a high compression ratio, the image lacks the fineness of detail, but has a smaller file size.
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Identifying parts
See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9
K Multi connector (59, 75) L Tripod receptacle
· Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having longer screws, and may damage the camera.
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M Battery/"Memory Stick" cover (t step 1 and 3 in "Read This First") N OPEN button (t step 1 and 3 in "Read This First") O AC Adaptor cord cover To use the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied)
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q;
qa qs qd qf qg 1
A Shutter button (t step 5 in "Read This First") B Mode dial (26) C POWER lamp (t step 2 in "Read This First") D POWER button (t step 2 in "Read This First") E Lens F Microphone G Finder window H Flash (t step 5 in "Read This First") I Self-timer lamp (t step 5 in "Read This First")/AF illuminator (48) J Lens ring
Removing Attaching
2 3
4 5
Do not pinch the cord when you close the cover.
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DSC-S90
G For shooting: Zoom (W/T) button (t step 5 in "Read This First") For viewing: / (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button (t step 6 in "Read This First") H
6 7 8
1 2 3 4
(Display/LCD on/off) button (21)
I MENU button (29) J Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z (t step 2 in "Read This First") Menu off: / / / "Read This First") (t step 5 in
5
9 q; qa qs
DSC-S80/ST80/S60
Mode dial "M": Shutter speed/aperture value (27) K Access lamp (t step 4 in "Read This First" L (Image Size/Delete) button (t step 4 and 6 in "Read This First")
1 2 3 4 6 7 8 5 9 q; qa qs
A AE/AF lock lamp/self-timer lamp (green) (t step 5 in "Read This First") B Flash charge lamp/Record lamp (orange) (t step 5 in "Read This First") C Speaker D Finder (t step 5 in "Read This First") E LCD screen (17) F Hook for wrist strap (t "Read This First")
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Indicators on the screen
See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A
Display Indication
When shooting still images
VGA
Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") Enjoying the camera z
M
101
1/30"
C:32:00
AE/AF lock (t step 5 in "Read This First") Recording mode (26, 35) White balance (34)
Return S AF
STBY REC
125 F3.5 +2.0EV
Standby/Recording a movie (t step 5 in "Read This First") Mode dial (Scene Selection) (t step 5 in "Read This First")
When shooting movies
640
STD
101
Mode dial (26)
SL
STBY
00:00:00 [00:28:25] C:32:00
Flash mode (t step 5 in "Read This First") Red-eye reduction (47) Sharpness (37)
+
5 6
Saturation (37) Contrast (37) AF illuminator (48) Metering mode (33) Picture effect (36)
+2.0EV
ON
B
Display Indication
Manual exposure setup mode (27) Macro (t step 5 in "Read This First")
S AF M AF
AF mode (46) AF range finder frame indicator (32)
1.0m z Return z Set
Focus preset distance (32) Manual exposure (27)
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C
Display
4M 1M
640
FINE
D
Indication
3M
Display
Indication
3:2 VGA
640
STD
Image size (t step 4 in "Read This First") Image quality (34) Recording folder (51)
· This does not appear when using the internal memory.
Vibration warning (10)
· Indicates vibration will prevent you from shooting clear images. Even if the vibration warning appears, you can still shoot images. However, we recommend using the flash or a tripod to increase the amount of light.
160
FINE STD
101
Remaining internal memory capacity (22) Remaining "Memory Stick" capacity (22) 00:00:00 [00:28:05] 1/30" 400 Recording time [maximum recordable time] (22) Multi Burst interval (36) Remaining number of recordable images (22) Self-timer (t step 5 in "Read This First") C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (88) Date/Time (47) ISO number (34)
E +
Low battery warning (24, 88) Spot metering cross hair (33) AF range finder frame (32)
E
Display Indication
Histogram (21, 31)
NR slow shutter (27) 125 F3.5 +2.0EV
DPOF
Shutter speed (27) Aperture value (27) EV level value (31) Menu/Guide menu (29)
(not displayed on the screen on the previous page)
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When playing back still images
M
A
Display Indication
VGA
101
101
12/12
C:32:00
1.3
+2.0EV
4M 3:2 VGA
640
STD
Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") Enjoying the camera
3M 1M
640
FINE
500 F3.5
Image size (t step 4 in "Read This First") Recording mode (26, 35) Playback (t step 6 in "Read This First") Volume (t step 6 in "Read This First")
160
M
BACK/NEXT VOLUME
N
When playing back movies
-
Protect (39) Print order (DPOF) mark (73) Change folder (38)
· This does not appear when using the internal memory.
1.3
Step 12/16
Zoom scaling (t step 6 in "Read This First") Frame by frame playback (35)
B
Display Indication
101-0012
Folder-file number (38) Playback bar (t step 6 in "Read This First")
C
Display Indication
PictBridge connecting (71)
101
Recording folder (51)
· This does not appear when using the internal memory.
101
Playback folder (38)
· This does not appear when using the internal memory.
Remaining internal memory capacity (22) Remaining "Memory Stick" capacity (22)
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Display
Indication
8/8 12/12
Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder (38) Self-diagnosis display (88) Counter (t step 6 in "Read This First")
C:32:00 00:00:12
D
Display Indication
Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal/the USB cable (72) +2.0EV EV level value (31) ISO number (34) Metering mode (33) Flash White balance (34) 500 F3.5 Shutter speed (27) Aperture value (27) Playback image (t step 6 in "Read This First")
E
Display Indication
Histogram (21, 31)
· appears when histogram display is disabled.
2005 1 1
DPOF
Recording date/time of the playback image (47) Menu/Guide menu (29) Select images Adjust volume
BACK/ NEXT VOLUME
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Changing the screen display
Each time you press the (Display/LCD on/off) button, the display changes as follows.
· A large difference in the histogram displayed when shooting and during playback may occur when: The flash strobes. The shutter speed is slow or high. · The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras. · When you set the LCD screen to Off, the digital zoom does not function (page 46) and [AF Mode] is set to [Single] (page 46). When you select (flash mode)/ (self-timer)/ (macro), the image is displayed for about two seconds.
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Histogram on
VGA
96
S AF
Histogram display (page 31)
Indicators off
S AF
LCD screen off Indicators on
VGA
96
S AF
· When you set the histogram display to on, image information is displayed during playback. · The histogram does not appear: When shooting in the following situations The menu is displayed. Recording movies. During playback in the following situations The menu is displayed. In index mode. You are using playback zoom. You are rotating still images. Playback of movies.
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Number of still images and recording time of movies
The tables show the approximate number of still images and the length of time for movies that can be recorded on a "Memory Stick" formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. The number of images that can be recorded using this internal memory is equivalent to that of a 32 MB "Memory Stick".
The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and [Standard] on the lower line.) (Images)
Capacity Size 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
4M 3:2 3M 1M VGA(E-Mail)
16 30 16 30 20 37 50 93 196 491
32 60 32 60 41 74 101 187 394 985
65 121 65 121 82 149 202 376 790 1975
119 216 119 216 148 264 357 649 1428 3571
242 440 242 440 302 537 726 1320 2904 7261
494 898 494 898 617 1097 1482 2694 5928 14821
1012 1841 1012 1841 1266 2250 3038 5524 12154 30385
· · · ·
The number of images listed is for when [Mode] is set to [Normal]. The size of a single still image is 1M when [Mode] is set to [Multi Burst]. When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the ">9999" indicator appears. You can resize the images later ([Resize], (page 41)).
The recording time of movies (hour : minute : second)
Capacity Size 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
640(Fine) 640(Standard) 160
0:01:27 0:22:42
0:02:56 0:45:39
0:05:54 1:31:33
0:02:57 0:10:42 2:51:21
0:06:02 0:21:47 5:47:05
0:12:20 0:44:27 11:44:22
0:25:18 1:31:09 24:18:25
· Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can be only recorded on a "Memory Stick PRO". · For image size and image quality, see page 13. · When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size.
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When you do not have a "Memory Stick" (Recording with the internal memory)
The camera has 32 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no "Memory Stick" inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory.
· Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory.
When a "Memory Stick" (not supplied) is inserted
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B
[Recording]: Images are recorded on the "Memory Stick". [Playback]: Images on the "Memory Stick" are played back. [Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed on images on the "Memory Stick".
When there is no "Memory Stick" inserted
B
Internal memory
[Recording]: Images are recorded using the internal memory. [Playback]: Images stored in the internal memory are played back. [Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed on images in the internal memory.
On image data stored in the internal memory
We recommend that you copy (back up) data without fail using one of the following methods.
To copy (back up) data on a "Memory Stick"
Prepare a "Memory Stick" with a capacity of 32 MB or more, then perform the procedure explained in [Copy] (page 52).
To copy (back up) data on a hard disc of your computer
Perform the procedure on pages 58 to 62 without a "Memory Stick" inserted in the camera.
· You cannot move image data on a "Memory Stick" to the internal memory. · By connecting the camera and a computer with a cable for multi-use terminal (DSC-S90/S80/S60) or Cyber-shot Station (DSC-ST80), you can copy data stored in the internal memory to a computer, but you cannot copy data on a computer to the internal memory.
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Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed
The tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorded/viewed and the battery life when you shoot images in [Normal] mode with batteries at full capacity and at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). The numbers of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the "Memory Stick" as necessary. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use.
· The battery capacity decreases as the number of uses increases and also over time (page 93). · The number of images that can be recorded/ viewed and the battery life are decreased under the following conditions: The surrounding temperature is low The flash is used The camera has been turned on and off many times The zoom is used frequently [LCD Backlight] is set to [Bright] [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor] The battery power is low *1 Supplied with DSC-S90/DSC-S80 *2 Supplied with DSC-S60 *3 Supplied with DSC-ST80 · Shooting in the following situations: (P.Quality) is set to [Fine] [AF Mode] is set to [Single] Shooting once every 30 seconds The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends The flash strobes once every two times The power turns on and off once every ten times · The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) · Number of shooting image does not change depending on the image size.
When viewing still images
Battery No. of images (Approx.) Battery life (min.) (Approx.)
DSC-S90
When shooting still images
Battery LCD screen No. of Battery images life (min.) (Approx.) (Approx.)
NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH)*1 Alkaline*2 Battery pack NP-NH25*3
9000 5300 10500
450 260 520
DSC-S90 NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH)*1 Alkaline*2 Battery pack NP-NH25*3 On Off On Off On Off On Off On Off Battery pack NP-NH25*3 On Off 420 590 80 150 490 700 440 590 100 150 510 700 210 295 40 75 245 350 220 295 50 75 255 350
DSC-S80/ST80/S60 NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH)*1 Alkaline*2 Battery pack NP-NH25*3 10000 7000 11800 500 350 590
DSC-S80/ST80/S60 NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH)*1 Alkaline*2
*1 Supplied with DSC-S90/DSC-S80 *2 Supplied with DSC-S60 *3 Supplied with DSC-ST80 · Viewing single images in order at about three second intervals
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When shooting movies
Battery LCD screen On LCD screen Off (Approx.) (Approx.)
DSC-S90 Enjoying the camera NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH)*1 Alkaline*2 Battery pack NP-NH25*3 NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH)*1 Alkaline*2 Battery pack NP-NH25*3 210 min. 60 min. 240 min. 300 min. 120 min. 360 min.
DSC-S80/ST80/S60 220 min. 90 min. 260 min. 300 min. 120 min. 360 min.
*1 Supplied with DSC-S90/DSC-S80 *2 Supplied with DSC-S60 *3 Supplied with DSC-ST80 · Shooting movies continuously with an image size of [160]
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Using the mode dial
Set the mode dial to the desired function.
Mode dial
Control button
t
: Shooting movies step 5 in "Read This First"
t
: Playback/Edit step 6 in "Read This First"
Still image shooting modes : Auto adjustment mode
Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t step 5 in "Read This First"
: Scene Selection mode
Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. t step 5 in "Read This First"
P:
Program auto shooting mode
Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu. (For details on the functions available t page 30)
M:
Manual exposure shooting mode
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) (page 27). Also, you can select the various settings using the menu. (For details on the functions available t page 30)
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Scene Selection
For details t step 5 in "Read This First" For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. ( : you can select the desired setting)
Macro Flash AF range finder Focus preset White Balance Burst/Multi Burst
Enjoying the camera
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SL
-- Auto Center AF / / 0.5m/1.0m 3.0m/7.0m -- --
--
--
/
To adjust the exposure manually
1 Press z on the control button when the mode dial is set to M.
The "Set" indicator at the lower left of the screen changes to "Return," and the camera enters the manual exposure setup mode.
2 Adjust the settings using the control button. b/B: Aperture (F value) v/V: Shutter speed
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M
"Return" Aperture value
Return SAF 250 F2.8 0 EV
Shutter speed
When the zoom is set fully to the W side, you can select an aperture, F2.8 or F5.6. When the zoom is set fully to the T side, you can select an aperture, F5.2 or F10. You can select a shutter speed from 1/1000 to 30 seconds. The difference between the settings and proper exposure judged by the camera appears as an EV value (page 31) on the screen. 0EV indicates the value judged as the most suitable by the camera.
3 Shoot the image.
· To use the Quick Review, close-up (Macro), or self-timer function, or to change the flash mode, press z to cancel the manual exposure setup mode after step 1. (The "Return" indicator changes to "Set".) · The flash is set to (Forced flash) or (No flash).
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· Shutter speeds of one second or longer are indicated by ["], for example, 1". · When you set the shutter speed slower, using a tripod is recommended to prevent the effects of vibration. · If you select shutter speeds of 1/6 second or slower, the NR slow shutter function activates automatically to reduce the picture noise and "NR" appears. · If you select slow shutter speeds, it takes time to process the data.
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Using the menu
v/V/b/B button
Mode dial
z button Control button
MENU button
Using the menu
1 Turn on the power and set the mode dial.
Items available vary depending on the mode dial position.
2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select the desired menu item with b/B
on the control button.
· If the desired item is invisible, keep pressing b/B until it appears on the screen. · Press z after selecting an item when the mode dial is set to .
400 200 100 80 Auto ISO
WB ISO
4 Select the setting with v/V.
The setting you select is zoomed and is set.
5 Press MENU to turn off the menu.
· If there is an item that is not displayed, an v/V mark appears on the edges of the location where menu items usually appear. To display an item that is not displayed, select the mark with the control button. · You cannot select items that are grayed out.
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Menu items
For details on the operation t page 29
Mode dial position:
P
M
Scene
Menu for shooting (page 31)
(EV) 9 (Focus) (Metering Mode) WB (White Bal) ISO (P.Quality) Mode (REC Mode)
M
-- -- -- -- -- --
--
-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
(Interval) (Flash Level)
-- -- -- -- -- --
-- --
PFX (P.Effect) (Saturation) (Contrast) (Sharpness) (Setup)
Menu for viewing (page 38)
(Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
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Shooting menu
The default settings are marked with .
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(EV)
Manually adjusts the exposure.
Toward
Toward + Using the menu Toward +: Brightens an image. The exposure is determined automatically by the camera. Toward : Darkens an image.
M +2.0EV 0EV m 2.0EV
· For details on the exposure t page 11 · The compensation value can be set in 1/3EV increments. · If a subject is being shot in extremely bright or dark conditions, or the flash is used, the exposure adjustment may not be effective. z Adjusting [EV] by displaying a histogram
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P
4
A
0 EV
B Dark Bright
A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. Set the mode dial to P or Scene in advance, then press repeatedly to display the histogram. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side, a dark image when skewed to the left side. A histogram can be used to check the exposure and adjust [EV].
A Number of pixels B Brightness
· The histogram also appears in the following cases, but you cannot adjust the exposure. When the mode dial is set to or M When playing back a single image During Quick Review
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9 (Focus)
You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode.
(unlimited distance) 7.0m 3.0m 1.0m 0.5m Center AF ( )
Focuses automatically on a subject near the center of the frame.
· Using this with the AF lock function lets you shoot in the desired image composition.
VGAFINE
Focuses on the subject using a previously set distance to the subject. (Focus preset)
· When shooting a subject through a net or through window glass, it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. In these cases, use of [Focus] is convenient.
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AF range finder frame
S AF
AF range finder frame indicator
Multi AF (Multipoint AF) (Still image ) (Movie )
Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame.
· This mode is useful when the subject is not in the center of the frame.
VGAFINE
P
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AF range finder frame
S AF
AF range finder frame indicator
· AF stands for Auto Focus. · Distance setting information in [Focus] is approximate. If you point the lens up or down, the error increases. · The distance selection is limited according to the Scene mode (page 27). · When you are shooting movies, [Multi AF] is recommended as the AF works even with a certain amount of vibration. · When you use [Digital Zoom] or [AF Illuminator], priority AF movement is given to subjects in or near the center of the frame. In this case the or indicator flashes and the AF range finder frame is not displayed.
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z If the subject is out of focus When shooting with the subject at the edge of the frame (or the screen), or when using [Center AF], the camera may not focus on a subject at the edge of the frame. In a case like this, do as follows.
1 Recompose the shot so that the subject is centered in the AF range finder, and press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject (AF lock).
VGA FINE
P
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AE/AF lock indicator AF range finder frame Using the menu
S AF
F2.8 30
As long as you do not press the shutter button fully down, you can retry the procedure as many times as you want. 2 When the AE/AF lock indicator stops flashing and remains on, return to the fully composed shot, and press the shutter button fully down.
FINE VGA
P
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S AF
F2.8 30
(Metering Mode)
Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure.
Spot (Spot metering) ( )
Measures only a part of the subject.
· This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background.
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P
Spot metering cross hairs Positions on the subject.
SAF 250 F2.8
Multi (Multi-pattern metering)
Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure.
· For details on the exposure t page 11 · When using spot metering, setting [9] (Focus) to [Center AF] is recommended to focus on the metering position (page 32).
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WB (White Bal)
Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when the colors of a image look strange.
n (Incandescent)
Adjusts for places where the lighting conditions change quickly such as a party hall, or under bright lighting such as photography studios. Adjusts for fluorescent lighting. Adjusts for a cloudy sky. Adjusts for outdoors, shooting night scenes, neon signs, fireworks, or sunrise, or conditions before and after sundown. Adjusts the White Balance automatically.
WB(Fluorescent)
(Cloudy) (Daylight) Auto
· For details on [WB] t page 12 · Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select WB(Fluorescent).
ISO
Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO. The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity.
400 200 100 80 Auto
· For details on the [ISO] sensitivity t page 12 · Note that the image tends to become noisier as the ISO sensitivity number increases. · [ISO] is set to [Auto] in the Scene mode.
Select a large number when shooting in dark locations or shooting a subject moving at high speed, or select a small number to obtain high image quality.
(P.Quality)
Selects the still image quality.
Fine (FINE) Standard (STD)
Records with high quality (low compression). Records with standard quality (high compression).
· For details on the image quality t page 13
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Mode (REC Mode)
Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button.
Multi Burst ( M )
Records 16 frames in succession as a still image file when you press the shutter button.
· This is convenient for checking your form in sports, for example. · You can select the Multi Burst shutter interval in [Interval] mode (page 36).
Using the menu
Burst (
)
Records the maximum number of images in succession (refer to the following table) when you press and hold down the shutter button.
· When "Recording" disappears, you can shoot the next image.
Normal
Does not shoot continuously.
On the [Multi Burst] · You can play back images shot with [Multi Burst] using the following procedure. To pause/resume: Press z on the control button. To play back frame-by-frame: Press b/B in pause mode. Press z to resume playback in series. · You cannot use the following functions in the [Multi Burst] mode: Smart zoom Flash Inserting the date and time Dividing a series of images shot with [Multi Burst] Deleting a frame in a series of images shot with [Multi Burst] Setting the frame interval to a mode other than [1/30] when the mode dial is set to Setting the shutter speed to lower than 1/30 second when the mode dial is set to M · When playing back a series of images shot with [Multi Burst] using a computer or a camera not equipped with the Multi Burst function, the image is displayed as a single image with 16 frames. · The image size of images shot in the [Multi Burst] mode is 1M. · You may not be able to shoot images in the [Multi Burst] mode depending on the Scene mode (page 27). On the [Burst] · The flash is set to (No flash). · When recording with the self timer, a series of a maximum of five images is recorded. · When the mode dial is set to M, you cannot set the shutter speed in the [Burst] mode to 1/6 second or slower. · When the battery level is low, or when the internal memory or "Memory Stick" is full, the [Burst] stops. · You may not be able to shoot images in the [Burst] mode depending on the Scene mode (page 27).
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The maximum number of continuous shots
(Units: images)
Quality Size Fine Standard
4M 3:2 3M 1M VGA(E-Mail)
4 4 4 10 30
6 6 7 18 30
M
(Interval)
Selects the frame interval in the [Multi Burst] mode (page 35).
1/7.5 (1/7.5") 1/15 (1/15") 1/30 (1/30")
· This setting cannot be made when [Mode] (REC Mode) in the menu is set to other than [Multi Burst] (page 35).
(Flash Level)
Adjusts the amount of flash light.
+ ( +) Normal ( )
Toward : Makes the flash level lower. Toward +: Makes the flash level higher.
· To change flash mode t step 5 in "Read This First"
PFX (P.Effect)
Allows you to shoot an image with special effects.
B&W( Sepia ( Off ) )
Records the image in monochrome (black and white). Records the image in sepia (like an old photograph). No effect.
· This setting is not maintained when the power is turned off.
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(Saturation)
Adjusts the saturation of the image.
+( )
Toward +: Brightens the color.
Normal ( )
Toward : Darkens the color. Using the menu
(Contrast)
Adjusts the contrast of the image.
+( )
Toward +: Enhances the contrast.
Normal ( )
Toward : Reduces the contrast.
(Sharpness)
Adjusts the sharpness of the image.
+( )
Toward +: Sharpens the image.
Normal ( )
Toward :Softens the image.
(Setup)
See page 45.
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Viewing menu
The default settings are marked with .
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(Folder)
Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back (when using a "Memory Stick" only).
OK Cancel
See the following procedure. Cancels the selection.
1 Select the desired folder with b/B on the control button.
Select Folder 102 2/2 Folder Name:102MSDCF No. Of Files: 9 Created: 2005 1 1 1:05:34AM : OK Cancel
BACK/NEXT
2 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
z On the [Folder] The camera stores images in a specified folder of a "Memory Stick" (page 51). You can change the folder or create a new one. · To create a new folder t [Create REC. Folder] (page 51) · To change the folder for recording images t [Change REC. Folder] (page 52) · When multiple folders are created in the "Memory Stick" and the first or last image in the folder is displayed, the following indicators appear. : Moves to the previous folder. : Moves to the next folder. : Moves to either the previous and next folders.
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- (Protect)
Protects images against accidental erasure.
Protect (-) Exit
See the following procedure. Exits the Protection function.
To protect images in single-image mode
1 Display the image you want to protect. Using the menu 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [-] (Protect) with b/B on the control button, then press z. The image is protected and the - (protect) indicator appears on the image.
VGA
2/9
-
Protect Exit
BACK/NEXT
4 To protect other images, select the desired image with b/B, then press z.
To protect images in index mode
1 Press (index) to display the index screen. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [-] (Protect) with b/B on the control button, then press z. 4 Select [Select] with v/V, then press z. 5 Select the image you want to protect with v/V/b/B, then press z. A green - indicator appears on the selected image. - (green)
·
SELECT
MENU
TO NEXT
6 Repeat step 5 to protect other images. 7 Press MENU. 8 Select [OK] with B, then press z. The - indicator turns white. The selected images are protected.
· To protect all images in the folder, select [All In This Folder] in step 4, and press z. Select [On] with B, then press z.
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To cancel the protection
In single-image mode Press z in step 3 or 4 of "To protect images in single-image mode." In index mode 1 Select the image for which you want to remove protection in step 5 of "To protect images in index mode." 2 Press z to turn the - indicator gray. 3 Repeat the operation above for all images to be unprotected. 4 Press MENU, select [OK] with B, and then press z.
To cancel protection of all images in the folder
Select [All In This Folder] in step 4 of "To protect images in index mode," and press z. Select [Off] with B, then press z.
· Note that formatting the recording media erases all the data stored on it, even if images are protected, and these images cannot be recovered. · It may take some time to protect an image.
DPOF
Adds a (Print order) mark to images you want to print (page 73).
(Print)
See page 70.
(Slide)
Plays back recorded images in order (Slide show).
Interval
3 sec 5 sec 10 sec 30 sec 1 min
Sets the slide show interval.
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Image Folder
All
Plays back all images in the selected folder. Plays back all images stored on the "Memory Stick".
Repeat On
Off
Plays back images in a continuous loop. After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends. Using the menu See the following procedure. Cancels the slide show.
Start Cancel
1 Select [Interval], [Image] and [Repeat] with v/V/b/B on the control button. 2 Select [Start] with V/B, then press z. The slide show starts. To end the slide show, press z, select [Exit] with B, then press z.
· During a slide show, you can display the previous/next image with b/B. · The [Interval] time is just a guideline, so it may vary depending on the image size, etc.
(Resize)
You can change the image size of a recorded image (Resize), and save it as a new file. The original image is retained even after resizing.
4M 3M 1M VGA Cancel
Cancels resizing. The setting size is just a guideline. t step 4 in "Read This First"
1 Display the image you want to resize. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [ ] (Resize) with b/B, then press z. 4 Select the desired size with v/V, then press z. The resized image is recorded in the recording folder as the newest file.
· · · · · For details on [Image Size] t step 4 in "Read This First" You cannot change the size of movies or [Multi Burst] images. When you change from a small size to a large size, the image quality deteriorates. You cannot resize to an image size of 3:2. When you resize a 3:2 image, the upper and lower black portions will be displayed on the image.
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(Rotate)
Rotates a still image.
Rotates an image. See the following procedure.
OK Cancel
1 Display the image to be rotated.
Determines the rotation. See the following procedure. Cancels rotation.
2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [ 4 Select [ ] (Rotate) with b/B on the control button, then press z. ] with v, then rotate the image with b/B.
5 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z.
· You cannot rotate protected images, movies, or [Multi Burst] images. · You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. · When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be reflected depending on the software.
(Divide)
Cuts movies, or deletes unnecessary portions of movies. This is the recommended function to use when the internal memory or "Memory Stick" capacity is insufficient, or when you attach movies to your e-mail messages.
· Note that the original movie is deleted and that number is skipped. Also note that you cannot restore files once you cut them.
OK Cancel
See the following procedure. Cancels division.
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Example: Cutting a movie numbered 101_0002
This section describes an example of dividing a movie numbered 101_0002 and deleting it in the following file configuration.
101_0001 1 101_0003 3
2 101_0002
Using the menu
1 Cutting scene A.
1 A 2 101_0002 B 3
Divide
101_0002 is divided into 101_0004 and 101_0005.
2 Cutting scene B.
101_0004 1 3 A 2 101_0005 B
Divide
101_0005 is divided into 101_0006 and 101_0007.
3 Deleting scenes A and B if they are unnecessary.
101_0004 1 3 A 2 101_0006 101_0007 B
Delete 4 Only the desired scenes remain.
1 3 2 101_0006
Delete
Procedure
1 Display the movie to be divided. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [ ] (Divide) with b/B on the control button, then press z. 4 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The playback of the movie starts.
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5 Press z at the desired cutting point.
640
STD
Divide Dividing Point OK Cancel Exit
00:00:02
· When you want to adjust the cutting point, select [c/C] (frame rewind/forward) and adjust the cutting point using b/B. · If you want to change the cutting point, select [Cancel]. The playback of the movie starts again.
6 Select [OK] with v/V, and press z. 7 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The movie is cut.
· The cut movies are assigned new numbers, and then recorded as the newest files in the selected recording folder. · You cannot cut the following kinds of images. Still image Movies not long enough to cut (shorter than about two seconds) Protected movies (page 39)
(Setup)
See page 45.
Trimming
Records an enlarged image (t step 6 in "Read This First") as a new file.
Trimming Return
See the following procedure. Cancels trimming.
1 Press MENU during playback zoom to display the menu. 2 Select [Trimming] with B on the control button, then press z. 3 Select the image size with v/V, then press z.
The image is recorded, and the original image is displayed again. · The trimmed image is recorded as the newest file in the selected recording folder, and the original image is retained. · The quality of trimmed images may deteriorate. · You cannot trim to an image size of 3:2. · You cannot trim images displayed with Quick Review.
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Using the Setup screen
Using Setup items
You can change the default settings using the Setup screen.
v/V/b/B button Mode dial
z button Control button
MENU button
1 Turn on the power.
Using the Setup screen
2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Press B on the control button to select
(Setup).
4 Press v/V/b/B on the control button to
select the item you want to set.
The frame of the selected item turns yellow.
5 Press z to enter the setting.
To turn off the
(Setup) screen, press MENU.
To cancel the
(Setup) setting
Select [Cancel] if it appears, then press z on the control button. If it does not appear, select the previous setting again.
· This setting is maintained even when the power is turned off.
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Camera 1
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The default settings are marked with
AF Mode
Selects the auto focus operation mode.
Single (S AF)
Automatically adjusts the focus when the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. This mode is useful for shooting stationary subjects. Automatically adjusts the focus before the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. This mode shortens the time needed for focusing.
· Battery consumption is faster than in [Single] mode. · When shooting using the finder with the LCD screen off, the camera operates in the [Single] mode.
Monitor (M AF)
Digital Zoom
Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 3×). When the zoom scale exceeds 3×, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom.
Smart (Smart zoom) ( ) Precision (Precision digital zoom) ( ) Off ( )
Enlarges the image digitally with almost no distortion. This is not available when the image size is set to [4M] or [3:2].
· The maximum zoom scale of Smart zoom is shown in the following table.
Enlarges all image sizes up to a maximum of 6×, but the image quality deteriorates. Does not use the digital zoom.
Image size and maximum zoom scale using Smart zoom Size Maximum zoom scale
4M 3M 1M VGA(E-Mail)
Approx. 3.4× Approx. 5.4× Approx. 10×
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· When you press the zoom button, the zoom scaling indicator appears as follows.
The W side of this line is the optical zoom area, and the T side is the digital zoom area Zoom scaling indicator
· The maximum zoom scale of smart zoom/precision zoom includes the scale of the optical zoom. · The AF range finder frame does not appear when using the digital zoom. The or indicator flashes, and AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the frame. · When using the smart zoom, the image on the screen may look rough. However, this phenomenon has no effect on the recorded image.
Date/Time
Selects how to superimpose the date or time onto the image. Select this before shooting.
· The date and time do not appear during shooting, instead, the indicator appears. The date and time appear in red on the lower-right corner of the screen during playback only.
Using the Setup screen
Day&Time Date
Superimposes the date, hour, and minute. Superimposes the year, month and day.
· The date is inserted in the order you select. (t step 2 "Set the clock" in "Read This First")
Off
Does not superimpose the date and time.
· You cannot insert the date and time into movies or images in the [Multi Burst] mode. · The date and time superimposed cannot be removed later.
Red Eye Reduction
Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. Select this before shooting.
On ( Off
)
Reduces the red-eye phenomenon.
· The flash pre-strobes twice or more before shooting.
Does not use Red Eye Reduction.
· Because it takes about a second until the shutter clicks, hold the camera firmly to prevent the effects of vibration. Also, do not let the subject move. · Red-eye reduction may not produce the desired effects depending on individual differences, the distance to the subject, if the subject does not see the pre-strobe, or other conditions.
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AF Illuminator
The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. The ON indicator appears at this time.
Auto Off
Uses the AF illuminator. Does not use AF illuminator.
· If the AF illuminator light does not reach the subject sufficiently or the subject has no contrast, focus will not be achieved. (A distance of up to approximately 3.5 m (137 7/8 inches) (W)/2.5 m (98 1/2 inches) (T) is recommended.) · Focus is achieved as long as the AF illuminator light reaches the subject, even if the light is slightly off the center of the subject. · When Focus preset is set (page 32), [AF Illuminator] does not function. · The AF range finder frame does not appear. The or indicator flashes, and AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the frame. · The AF illuminator does not operate when (Twilight mode) or (Landscape mode) is selected in the Scene mode. · The AF illuminator emits very bright light. Although there are no problems with safety, do not look directly into the AF illuminator emitter at close range.
Auto Review
Displays the recorded image on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image.
On Off
Use the Auto Review. Does not use Auto Review.
· You cannot shoot the next image during the Auto Review display. If you press the shutter button halfway down during this period, the recorded image display disappears and you can immediately shoot the next image.
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Camera 2
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For details on the operation t page 45
The default settings are marked with
Enlarged Icon
Enlarges the setting indicator temporarily when you press (Macro).
On Off
Enlarges the indicators. Does not enlarge the indicators.
(Flash mode),
(Self-timer), or
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Using the Setup screen
Internal Memory Tool
For details on the operation t page 45
This item does not appear when a "Memory Stick" is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with .
Format
Formats the internal memory.
· Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images.
OK Cancel
See the following procedure. Cancels the formatting.
1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The message "All data in internal memory will be erased Ready?" appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The format is complete.
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Memory Stick Tool
For details on the operation t page 45
This item appears only when a "Memory Stick" is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with .
Format
Formats the "Memory Stick". A commercially available "Memory Stick" is already formatted, and can be used immediately.
· Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a "Memory Stick", including even protected images.
OK Cancel
See the following procedure. Cancels the formatting.
1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The message "All data in Memory Stick will be erased Ready?" appears. Using the Setup screen 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The format is complete.
Create REC. Folder
Creates a folder in a "Memory Stick" for recording images.
OK Cancel
See the following procedure. Cancels folder creation.
1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The folder creation screen appears.
Create REC. Folder Creating REC. folder 102MSDCF Ready? OK Cancel
2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than the largest number, and the folder becomes the current recording folder.
· · · · · · For details on the folder, see page 38. When not creating a new folder, the "101MSDCF" folder is selected as the recording folder. You can create folders designated up to "999MSDCF." Images are recorded in the newly created folder until a different folder is created or selected. You cannot delete a folder with the camera. To delete a folder, use your computer, etc. Up to 4,000 images can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is automatically created. · For more information, see "Image file storage destinations and file names" (page 63).
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Change REC. Folder
Changes the folder currently used for recording images.
OK Cancel
See the following procedure. Cancels changing the recording folder.
1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The folder selection screen appears.
Select REC. Folder 102 2/2 Folder Name:102MSDCF No. Of Files: 0 Created: 2005 1 1 1:05:34AM : OK Cancel
BACK/NEXT
2 Select the desired folder with b/B, and [OK] with v, then z.
· You cannot select the "100MSDCF" folder as a recording folder. · You cannot move recorded images to a different folder.
Copy
Copies all images in the internal memory to a "Memory Stick".
OK Cancel
See the following procedure. Cancels the copying.
1 Insert a "Memory Stick" having 32 MB or larger capacity. 2 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The message "All data in internal memory will be copied Ready?" appears. 3 Selec