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Getting started________________________
Shooting still images__________________

Digital Still Camera

Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Viewing still images ___________________
Deleting still images __________________
Before advanced operations _____________

Owners 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-P100/P120 Serial No.
Advanced still image shooting ___________
Advanced still image viewing ____________
Still image editing ______________________
Still image printing _____________________ (PictBridge printer) Enjoying movies _______________________
Enjoying images on your computer_________
Troubleshooting _______________________

DSC-P100/P120

2004 Sony Corporation
Additional information___________________
Index _________________________________

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.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. 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.
For the Customers in the U.S.A.
Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: SONY DSC-P100 Sony Electronics Inc. 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. 858-942-2230

Deleting still images

Deleting images.. 40 Formatting a Memory Stick. 42
Before advanced operations
How to setup and operate your camera. 44 Changing the menu settings.. 44 Changing the items in the SET UP screen.. 45 Deciding the still image quality. 45 Creating or selecting a folder.. 46 Creating a new folder.. 46 Changing the recording folder. 46

Shooting still images

Inserting and removing a Memory Stick.. 18 Setting the still image size.. 19 Image size and quality.. 20 Basic still image shooting Using auto adjustment mode.. 22 Checking the last image you shot Quick Review.. 24 Using the zoom feature.. 24 Shooting close-ups Macro. 26 Using the self-timer.. 27 Selecting a flash mode. 28 Shooting images with the finder. 30 Inserting the date and time on a still image... 31 Shooting according to scene conditions Scene Selection. 32
Shooting with manual shutter speed and aperture settings Manual Exposure..50 Adjusting the exposure EV adjustment..53 Displaying a histogram..54 Selecting the metering method.55 Adjusting color tones White Balance..56 Adjusting the flash level Flash Level..57 Shooting continuously..58 Shooting in Multi Burst mode Multi Burst..59 Shooting with special effects Picture Effect..60 Using the Cyber-shot Station.60
Advanced still image viewing
Selecting the folder and playing back images Folder...61 Enlarging a portion of a still image.62 Enlarging an image Playback zoom..62 Recording an enlarged image Trimming..63 Playing back successive images Slide Show..63
Advanced still image shooting
Choosing an auto focus method. 47 Choosing a focus range finder frame AF range finder.. 47 Choosing a focus operation AF Mode.. 48 Setting the distance to the subject Focus preset.. 49
Rotating still images Rotate...64 Playing back images shot in Multi Burst mode..64 Playing back continuously.65 Playing back frame by frame.65
Enjoying images on your computer
Copying images to your computer For Windows users.. 81 Installing the USB driver.. 82 Connecting the camera to your computer... 83 Copying images.. 84 Viewing the images on your computer... 86 Image file storage destinations and file names... 86 Viewing image files once copied to a computer with your camera. 88 Installing Picture Package.. 88 Copying images using Picture Package.. 90 Using Picture Package.. 91 Copying images to your computer For Macintosh users. 92 Using ImageMixer VCD2.. 93

Additional information

Number of images that can be saved or shooting time..108 Menu items..109 SET UP items..113 Precautions..115 On Memory Stick..116 On InfoLITHIUM battery pack.117 Specifications..118 The LCD screen.120

Still image editing

Protecting images Protect..66 Changing image size Resize...67 Choosing images to print Print (DPOF) mark..68

Index..124

Still image printing (PictBridge printer)

AC-LS5/LS5B

Power cord (mains lead)
Connect the AC Adaptor to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by. If any trouble occurs while using the adaptor, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket).
, Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC Adaptor and then to a wall outlet (wall socket).
After using the AC Adaptor, disconnect it both from the DC IN jack of the camera and from a wall outlet (wall socket). The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) even if the set itself has been turned off.
Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction.
Turning on/off your camera

Auto power-off function

POWER lamp POWER button
How to use the control button

Camera

, Press POWER.
The POWER lamp (green) lights up and the power is on. When you turn on your camera for the first time, the Clock Set screen appears (page 16). Turning off the power Press POWER again. The POWER lamp goes out, and the camera turns off.
Do not leave the camera with the lens portion extended for a long period of time with the power off or the AC Adaptor removed, etc., as this may cause malfunction. If you turn on the power when the mode dial is set to , P, M, SCN or , or when you push the RESET button, the lens portion moves. Do not touch the lens portion while it is operating.
If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes during shooting or viewing or when performing SET UP, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. The auto power-off function only operates when the camera is operating using a battery pack. The auto power-off function also will not operate in the following circumstances. When viewing movies When playing back a slide show When connecting the USB or A/V multi cable
AF Mode: Digital Zoom: Date/Time: Red Eye Reduction: AF Illuminator: Auto Review:

SELECT

Single Smart Off Off Auto Off
Setup 2 File Number: USB Connect: Video Out:

OK Cancel

Changing the menu settings
a Set the mode dial to SCN, or. b Press MENU.

, P, M,

When the v mark appears at the top or the V mark appears at the bottom of an item
There are items that are not displayed on the screen. Press v/V on the control button to display these items.
To turn off the menu display

Press MENU again.

WB ISO
The displayed items differ according to the mode dial position.
You cannot select items displayed in gray. For a detailed description of the menu items, see page 109.
c Press b/B on the control button to select the item you want to set.

MENU Control button

100 Auto ISO
For a detailed description of the mode dial, see page 10.
When the mode dial is set to , press z on the control button after selecting the item.
d Press v/V on the control button to select the desired setting.
The selected setting is enlarged and the setting is entered.
Changing the items in the SET UP screen
a Set the mode dial to SET UP.
Camera AF Mode: Digital Zoom: Date/Time: Red Eye Reduction: AF Illuminator: Auto Review:
Deciding the still image quality
You can select the still image quality from [Fine] (high quality) or [Standard].
c Select (P. Quality) with b/B, then select the desired image quality with v/V.

Standard P.Quality

b 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.
Setup 2 File Number: USB Connect: OK Video Out: Cancel Clock Set:

Control button

a Set the mode dial to P, M or SCN. b Press MENU.
c Press z on the control button to enter the setting.
To turn off the SET UP screen display
Set the mode dial to anything other than SET UP.
For a detailed description of the SET UP items, see page 113.
Creating or selecting a folder
Your camera can create multiple folders within a Memory Stick. You can select the folder used to store images. When not creating a new folder, 101MSDCF folder is selected as the recording folder. You can create folders up to 999MSDCF.

Creating a new folder

a Set the mode dial to SET UP. b Select (Memory Stick Tool) with v/V, [Create REC. Folder] with B/v/V, and [OK] with B/v, then press z.
The creating folder screen appears.

60 min

Create REC. Folder Creating REC. folder 102MSDCF Ready? OK Cancel
Changing the recording folder
a Set the mode dial to SET UP. b Select (Memory Stick Tool) with v/V, [Change REC. Folder] with B/V, and [OK] with B/v, then press z.
The recording folder selection screen appears.
Select REC. Folder 102 2/2 Folder Name:102MSDCF No. Of Files: 0 Created: 1 1:05:34AM : OK Cancel
c Select [OK] with v, then press z.
A new folder is created with a number one higher than the largest number in the Memory Stick, and the folder becomes the recording folder.

d Select the desired folder with b/B.
Select Folder 102 2/2 Folder Name:102MSDCF No. Of Files: 9 Created: 1 1:05:34AM :

101-0009

e Select [OK] with v, then press z.

To cancel the selection

In step 5, select [Cancel].

SINGLE

DISPLAY
When multiple folders are created in the Memory Stick
When the first or last image in the folder is displayed, the following indicators appear on the screen. : Moves to the previous folder. : Moves to the next folder. : Moves to both the previous and next folders.
When no images are stored in the folder, No file in this folder appears.
a Set the mode dial to b Press MENU.
c Select (Folder) with b, then press z.
Enlarging a portion of a still image
You can enlarge a part of an image up to five times the original size. You can also record the magnified image as a new file.
Enlarging an image Playback zoom

a Set the mode dial to.

e Adjust the image size with the / (playback zoom) button.
b Display the image to be enlarged with b/B. c Press (playback zoom) to zoom in on the image. d Select the desired portion of the image with v/V/b/B.

Press v

To cancel playback zoom

Press z.

You cannot use playback zoom for movies and Multi Burst images. If you press (playback zoom) while a nonenlarged image is displayed, the LCD screen switches to the index screen (page 37). You can enlarge the images displayed with the Quick Review function (page 24) by performing steps c to e.
Press b MENU Control button

Press B

Press V v: To view more of the top of the image V: To view more of the bottom of the image b: To view more of the left side of the image B: To view more of the right side of the image
Recording an enlarged image Trimming
a Press MENU after playback zoom.
Playing back successive images

Slide Show

You can play back recorded images in order. This function is useful for checking your images or for presentations, etc.
Interval 3 sec/5 sec/10 sec/30 sec/1 min Image Folder: Plays back all images in the selected folder. All: Plays back all images stored in the Memory Stick. Repeat On: Plays back images in a continuous loop. Off: After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends.

e Select [Quantity] with v/V, select the number of sheets with b/B.
You can select the number up to 20.
f Select [OK] with V/B, then press z.
The image is printed. Do not disconnect the USB multi cable while the (Not disconnect USB multi cable) indicator appears on the LCD screen.
To insert the date and time on images
Select [Date] in step 5, then select the date format with b/B. You can select from [Day&Time] or [Date]. When you choose [Date], the date will be inserted in the order set in Setting the date and time (page 16). This function may not be provided depending on a printer.
a Press (Index) to display the index screen. b Press MENU.
c Select (Print) with B, then press z. d Select [Select] with b/B, then press z. e Select the image you want to print with v/V/b/B, then press z.
The mark appears on the selected image.

Printing 1/3

To cancel printing
Select [Cancel] in step 4 or select [Exit] in step 6.

To print other images

Select the image after step 6, then select [Print] with v.
To print all the images with the print (DPOF) mark
Select [DPOF image] in step 4. All the images with the mark are printed by the specified number regardless of the displayed image.
f Repeat step 5 to print other images.

g Press MENU.

Select [Cancel] in step 4 or select [Exit] in step 9.

Printing index-images

You can print some images side-by-side. We refer to this function as an index print*. You can also arrange the specified quantity of the same image side-by-side and print them as an index image (refer to In singleimage mode), or arrange a set of different images side-by-side as an index image and print the specified number of sets (refer to In index mode). Set up the camera following the procedure on page 70, and connect the printer.
* An index print function may not be provided depending on a printer. Control button
h Select [Quantity] with v/V, select the number of sheets with b/B.
You can select the number up to 20. The specified quantity of all the selected images are printed.
To print all the images in the folder
Select [All In This Folder] in step 4, then press z.
i Select [OK] with V/B, then press z.
The images are printed. Do not disconnect the USB multi cable while the indicator appears on the LCD screen.
Select [Date] in step 8, then select the date format with b/B. You can select from [Day&Time] or [Date]. When you choose [Date], the date will be inserted in the order set in Setting the date and time (page 16). This function may not be provided depending on a printer.

Symptom The image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer. You cannot print an image. Images once copied to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera.
You are playing back the movie directly from the p Copy the movie to the hard disk of your computer and then play Memory Stick. back the movie from the hard disk (pages 84, 85, 90 and 92).
Copied to a wrong folder.
p Check the printer settings. p Copy them to an available folder, such as 101MSDCF (page 88).

Memory Stick

Symptom You cannot insert a Memory Stick. You cannot record on a Memory Stick. Cause You are inserting it backwards. Solution p Insert it from the right side (page 18).
The write-protect switch on the Memory Stick p Set it to the recording position (page 116). is set to the LOCK position. The capacity of the Memory Stick is full. p Delete unnecessary images saved in the Memory Stick (pages 40 and 78). The image size is set to [640(Fine)] when p Insert a Memory Stick PRO (pages 76 and 116). recording movies. p Set the image size to other than [640(Fine)]. The write-protect switch on the Memory Stick p Set it to the recording position (page 116). is set to the LOCK position. All the data on the Memory Stick are deleted by formatting. You cannot restore them. p We recommend that you set the Memory Stick write-protect switch to the LOCK position to prevent accidental erasure (page 116).
You cannot format a Memory Stick. You have formatted a Memory Stick by mistake.
PictBridge compliant printer
Symptom The connection cannot be established. Cause The printer is not compliant with the PictBridge. The printer is not set for the connection with the camera. [USB Connect] is not set to [PictBridge] in the SET UP settings. Depending on the circumstances, the connection may not be established. The camera is not connected to the printer. Solution p Consult with the printer manufacturer. p Check that the printer is turned on and can connect with the camera. p Set it to [PictBridge] (page 114). p Disconnect and connect the USB multi cable again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer.

You cannot print images.

p Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the USB multi cable. The printer is not turned on. p Turn on the printer. For further information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with it. If you select [Exit] during printing, you may not p Disconnect and connect the USB multi cable again. If you print again depending on your printer. cannot print still, disconnect the USB multi cable, turn off and on the printer, then connect the USB multi cable again. Movies cannot be printed. Images modified with a computer or images shot using other than this camera may not be able to be printed. Troubleshooting

Printing is canceled.

You disconnected the USB multi cable before the (Not disconnect USB multi cable) mark disappears. The printer does not provide these functions. The date may not be inserted in the index mode depending on the printer. The recording date data is not recorded on the image.

Item (EV) Setting +2.0EV / +1.7EV / +1.3EV /+1.0EV / +0.7EV / +0.3EV / x0EV / 0.3EV / 0.7EV / 1.0EV / 1.3EV / 1.7EV / 2.0EV Description Adjusts the exposure (page 53).
9 (Focus) (Metering mode) WB (White Bal) PFX (P.Effect)
/ 7.0m / 3.0m / 1.0m / 0.5m / Center Chooses the auto focus method (page 47), or sets the focus preset distance AF / xMulti AF (page 49). Spot / xMulti / / / / xAuto Matches the exposure to the subject you want to shoot (page 55). Set the metering region. Sets the white balance (page 56). Sets the image special effects (page 60).

B&W / Sepia / xOff

Item (Folder) (Protect) (DPOF) (Print) (Slide) Setting OK / Cancel Interval Image Repeat Start Cancel (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) 5M / 3M / 1M / VGA / Cancel (counter clockwise) / (clockwise) / OK / Cancel OK / Cancel Description Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back (page 61). Protects and unprotects images against accidental erasure (page 66). Marks and unmarks the print (DPOF) mark on still images you want to print (page 68). Prints images using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 70). Sets the slide show interval (page 63). (Only in single-image mode) x3 sec / 5 sec / 10 sec / 30 sec / 1 min Sets the range of the playback images. xFolder / All Plays back images repeatedly. xOn / Off Starts the slide show. Cancels the slide show. Changes the recorded still image size (page 67). (Only in single-image mode) Rotates the still image (page 64). (Only in single-image mode) Divides a moving image (page 79). (Only in single-image mode)

SET UP items

Set the mode dial to SET UP. The SET UP screen appears. Factory settings are indicated with x.

(Camera)

Item AF Mode Digital Zoom Date/time Setting Description Selects the focus operation mode (page 48). Selects the digital zoom mode (page 24). Selects whether to superimpose the date or time onto the image (page 31). The date and time are not inserted in movie or Multi Burst mode. Also, the date and time appear only during playback, and do not appear during recording. Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using a flash (page 29). Selects whether to emit an AF assist light in the dark. Helps when it is hard to focus on the subject under dark lighting (page 29). Selects whether to automatically display the recorded image on the LCD screen immediately after shooting a still image. When set to [On], the recorded image is displayed for approximately two seconds. You cannot shoot the next image during this period.

xSingle / Monitor xSmart / Precision / Off
Day&Time / Date / xOff
Red Eye Reduction AF Illuminator Auto Review

On / xOff

xAuto / Off

(Memory Stick Tool)

Item Format Create REC. Folder Change REC. Folder Setting OK / Cancel OK / Cancel OK / Cancel Description Formats the Memory Stick. Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a Memory Stick, including even protected images (page 42). Creates a folder for recording images (page 46). Changes a folder for recording images (page 46).

(Setup 1)

Setting Bright / xNormal / Dark Shutter xOn Off Description Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight. Selecting [Bright] makes the screen bright and easy to see when using the camera outdoors or in other bright locations, but also uses up the battery charge faster. Displayed only when you are using the camera with the battery pack. Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control button/ press the shutter button. Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Displays the menu items, warnings and messages in selected language.

Item LCD Backlight

A Language

(Setup 2)

Setting Description Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the Memory Stick is changed or the recording folder is changed. Resets the file numbering and starts from 0001 each time the folder is changed. (When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) Switches the USB mode when connecting with a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the USB multi cable (pages 70, 81, 83 and 92). Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., USA, Japan). Sets the video output signal to PAL mode (e.g., Europe). Sets the date and time (pages 16 and 45).

Item File Number

xSeries
USB Connect Video Out Clock Set

PictBridge / PTP /

xNormal

NTSC PAL OK / Cancel

Precautions
Do not leave the camera in the following places
In extremely hot place, such as in a car parked in the sun. The camera body may become deformed or this may cause a malfunction. Under direct sunlight or near a heater. The camera body may become discolored or deformed, or this may cause a malfunction. On rocking vibration Near strong magnetic place In sandy or dusty places, be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired.

Cleaning the DC plug Clean the DC plug of the AC Adaptor with a dry cotton bud. Do not use the dirty plug. Use of the dirty plug may not properly charge the battery pack. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. Do not use the following as this may damage the finish or the casing. Chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloth, insect repellent or insecticide, etc. Touch the camera with the above on your hand Contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time

On moisture condensation

If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera. Moisture condensation occurs easily when: The camera is brought from a cold location such as a ski slope into a warmly heated room The camera is taken from an airconditioned room or car interior to the hot outdoors, etc. How to prevent moisture condensation When bringing the camera from a cold place to a warm place, seal the camera in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the new location over a period of time (about an hour). If moisture condensation occurs Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images.

On operating temperature

Your camera is designed for use between the temperatures of 0C and 40C (32 F and 104 F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended.

On cleaning

Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.
On internal rechargeable button battery
This camera has an internal rechargeable button battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off. This rechargeable button battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods it discharges gradually, and if you do not use the camera at all for about one month it becomes completely discharged. In this case, be sure to charge this rechargeable button battery before using the camera. However, even if this rechargeable button battery is not charged, you can still use the camera as long as you do not record the date and time. Charging method Connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor, or install a charged battery pack, and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off.

The rechargeable button battery is located behind a separate cover inside the battery/ Memory Stick cover. Never remove the rechargeable button battery.

On Memory Stick

Memory Stick is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. The types of Memory Stick that can be used with this camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all Memory Stick functions.
Memory Stick type Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo1) Memory Stick Duo (MagicGate/High-speed data transfer compatible)1) MagicGate Memory Stick MagicGate Memory Stick Duo1) Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo1)
MagicGate Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO are equipped with MagicGate functions. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera. Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. 640(Fine) size movies can be recorded and played back only using Memory Stick PRO or Memory Stick PRO Duo.
Recording/ Playback4) a a a2) 3) a2) a2)
Memory Stick formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with this camera. Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the Memory Stick and the equipment used.
Notes on using Memory Stick (supplied)
You cannot record, edit or delete images if you slide the write-protect switch to LOCK. Terminal

a2) 3) a2) 3)

Write-protect switch Labeling position The position and/or the shape of the writeprotect switch may differ depending on the Memory Stick you use.
When using Memory Stick Duo with this camera, be sure to insert into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
Do not remove the Memory Stick while reading or writing data. Data may be corrupted in the following cases: When the Memory Stick is removed or the camera is turned off during read or write operation When the Memory Stick is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise We recommend backing up important data. Do not attach any other material than the supplied label on the labeling position. When you attach the supplied label, be sure to attach it to the labeling position. Be careful that the label does not stick out. When you carry or store the Memory Stick, put it in the case supplied with it. Do not touch the terminal of the Memory Stick with your hand or a metal object. Do not strike, bend or drop the Memory Stick. Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick. Do not expose the Memory Stick to water. Do not use or keep the Memory Stick under the following conditions: High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances

Specifications

x Camera [System]
Image device 9.04 mm (1/1.8 type) color CCD Primary color filter Total pixels number of camera Approx. 000 pixels Effective pixels number of camera Approx. 000 pixels Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 3 zoom lens f = 7.9 23.7 mm (mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera) F2.8 5.2 Exposure control Automatic exposure, Manual exposure, Scene selection (9 modes) White balance Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Flash File format (DCF compliant) Still images: Exif Ver. 2.2 JPEG compliant, DPOF compatible Movies: MPEG1 compliant (Monaural) Recording media Memory Stick Flash Recommended distance (ISO set to Auto): 0.2 m to 3.5 m (7 7/8 inches to 11 feet 5 3/4 inches) (W) 0.3 m to 2.5 m (11 7/8 inches to 8 feet 2 3/8 inches) (T)

Battery life

The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the battery operating time is shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Buy a new battery pack. The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment for each battery pack.
Remaining battery time indicator
The power may go off although the battery remaining indicator shows there is enough power to operate. Use the battery pack up and charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct. Note, however, that the correct battery indication sometimes will not be restored if the camera is used in high temperatures for a long time or left in a fully charged state, or the battery pack is frequently used.
[Input and Output connectors]
Multi connector USB communication Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant)
Exif Print Compatible PRINT Image Matching II Compatible PictBridge Compatible

x Accessories

AC-LS5/LS5B AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) NP-FR1 battery pack (DSC-P100:1, DSCP120:2) Battery case (DSC-P100:1, DSC-P120:2) USB multi cable (1) A/V multi cable (1) Wrist strap (1) Memory Stick (32 MB) (1) CD-ROM (USB driver SPVD-012) (1) Operating instructions (1) Soft carrying case (DSC-P120 only) (1)

[LCD screen]

LCD panel 4.6 cm (1.8 type) TFT drive Total number of dots (560240) dots

x AC-LS5/LS5B AC Adaptor

Input rating 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 11 W, 0.16 A to 0.09 A Output rating 4.2 V DC, 1.5 A Operating temperature 0C to +40C (+32F to +104F) Storage temperature 20C to +60C (4F to +140F) Dimensions Approx. 482981 mm (1 15/161 3/163 1/4 inches) (W/H/D, excluding projecting parts) Approx. 130 g (5 oz) excluding Mass power cord (mains lead)

[Power, general]

Used battery pack NP-FR1 Power requirements 3.6 V Power consumption (during shooting with LCD screen on) 1.3 W Operating temperature 0C to +40C (+32F to +104F) Storage temperature 20C to +60C (4F to +140F) Dimensions 10851.526.6 mm (4 3/82 1/81 1/16 inches) (W/H/D, excluding maximum protrusions) Mass Approx. 183 g (6.5 oz) (including battery pack NP-FR1, Memory Stick and wrist strap) Microphone Electret condenser microphone Speaker Dynamic speaker
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

x NP-FR1 battery pack

Used battery Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage DC 4.2 V Nominal voltage DC 3.6 V Capacity 4.4 Wh (1220 mAh)

The LCD screen

When shooting still images

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125 F3.5 +2.0EV
Multi Burst interval indicator (59) Image quality indicator (45) Recording folder indicator (46) Remaining number of recordable images indicator (21) Remaining Memory Stick capacity indicator Self-diagnosis display (107)/ Date/time indicator (31) ISO number indicator (110) Histogram indicator (54) Menu/Guide menu (44) Aperture value indicator (50)/ EV level value indicator (53) Vibration warning indicator (106) AF range finder frame (47)

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G Metering mode indicator (55)/ Picture effect indicator (60) H Low battery warning indicator (106) I Manual exposure setup mode indicator (50) J Macro indicator (26) K AF mode (48)/AF range finder frame indicator (47)/Focus preset value (49) L Spot metering cross hair (56) M NR slow shutter indicator (35)/ Shutter speed indicator
Pressing MENU switches the menu/guide menu on/off.
A Recording mode indicator (58, 59)/Image size indicator (19) B Self-timer indicator (27) C AE/AF lock indicator (23, 49) D Battery remaining indicator (12) E White balance indicator (56)/ Mode dial indicator (10)/ Flash mode indicator (28)/ Red-eye reduction indicator (29) F Sharpness indicator (110)/ Saturation indicator (110)/ Contrast indicator (110)/ AF illuminator indicator (29, 113)
Page numbers in parentheses indicate the location of additional important information.

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A B C D E F G H I J Recording mode indicator (76) Battery remaining indicator (12) White balance indicator (56) Low battery warning indicator (106) Metering mode indicator (55)/ Picture effect indicator (60) Spot metering cross hair (56) Macro indicator (26) AF range finder frame indicator (47)/Focus preset value (49) Image size indicator (76) Recording time [maximum recordable time] indicator (108)