EX-Z4 User Documentation Files
The EX-Z4 user documentation available here has been divided among a number of files in order to facilitate downloading. You can download the entire manual, or you can save time by using the table of contents below to find specific information and then download only the files you need.
File 1 (File name : exz4_e_1.pdf) 2 INTRODUCTION
Unpacking... 2 Features... 9 Precautions... 11
General Precautions Data Error Precautions Operating conditions Condensation Lens Other 14 14
Specifying Image Size and Quality.. 57
To specify the image size To specify image quality 57 58
File 2 (File name : exz4_e_2.pdf) 59 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using the Pan Focus Mode Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock 63 64
Selecting the Focus Mode... 59

QUICK START GUIDE

First, charge the battery!.. 15 To configure display language and clock settings.. 16 To record an image.. 17 To view a recorded image.. 17 To delete an image... 18
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift).. 65 Adjusting White Balance.. 66
Adjusting White Balance Manually Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup 67 70
Using the BESTSHOT Mode.. 68 Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot).. 72 Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image (Pre-shot)... 74 Using the Movie Mode.. 76 Recording Audio.. 78
Adding Audio to a Snapshot Recording Your Voice 78 79

GETTING READY

About This Manual... 19 General Guide.. 20
Camera USB Cradle REC mode PLAY mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 25
Monitor Screen Contents.. 22
Using the Histogram.. 81 REC Mode Camera Settings.. 82
Specifying ISO Sensitivity Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys Specifying Power On Default Settings Resetting the Camera 86 87
Indicator Lamps... 25 Attaching the Strap.. 26 Power Requirements.. 26
To load the battery To remove the battery To charge the battery Power Supply Precautions Turning the Camera On and Off Configuring Power Saving Settings 36 37
File 3 (File name : exz4_e_3.pdf) 88 PLAYBACK
Playing an Audio Snapshot 89
Using the On-screen Menus.. 38 Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings. 40
To configure display language and clock settings 41
Basic Playback Operation.. 88 Flipping the Display.. 90 Zooming the Display Image.. 91 Resizing an Image... 92 Cropping an Image... 93 Playing a Movie... 94 Displaying the 9-image View.. 95
Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View 96

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Aiming the Camera Recording an Image Recording Precautions About Auto Focus About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 48

Recording an Image... 44

Using the Optical Viewfinder.. 49 Using Zoom... 50
Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Flash Unit Status Flash Precautions 54 54
Displaying the Calendar Screen.. 96 Playing a Slide Show.. 97
To specify the slideshow images To specify the slideshow time To set the slideshow interval Using the Photo Stand Feature 100 101

Using the Flash... 52

Rotating the Display Image.. 102
Using the Self-timer... 55
Using Image Roulette... 103 Adding Audio to a Snapshot. 104

To re-record audio 105

Memory Card Precautions

Copying Files... 138

To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card 138 To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 139
Playing Back a Voice Recording File.. 106
File 4 (File name : exz4_e_4.pdf) 107 DELETING FILES
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER

USB Connection Precautions USB Connection Precautions 145 149
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer. 140 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer. 145 Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer... 149 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer... 150 Memory Data.. 151
DCF Protocol Memory Directory Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions 113
Deleting a Single File.. 107 Deleting All Files.. 108

FILE MANAGEMENT

Memory Folders and Files To protect a single file To protect all files in memory To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images
Folders... 109 Protecting Files.. 110

DPOF... 111

USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER
Creating an album Selecting an Album Layout Configuring Detailed Album Settings Viewing Album Files Saving an Album About the bundled CD-ROM Computer System Requirements 162
Using the Album Feature... 154
PRINT Image Matching II.. 114 Exif Print... 114 Using USB DIRECT-PRINT.. 115 Using the FAVORITE Folder.. 117
To To To To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder display a file in the FAVORITE folder delete a file from the FAVORITE folder delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 119 120
Installing the Software from the CD-ROM.. 161
Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows... 163
Getting Started Selecting a Language Viewing the Contents of the Read me File Installing an Application Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) User Registration Exiting the Menu Application 165
File 4 (File name : exz4_e_5.pdf) 121 OTHER SETTINGS
To configure sound settings To set the volume level 121 122
Configuring Sound Settings.. 121
Installing Software from the CD-ROM on a Macintosh.. 166
Installing Software Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 166 167
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen. 122 Configuring Power Down Image Settings. 123 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method.. 125 Using the Alarm... 126
To set an alarm Stopping the Alarm To select your Home Time zone To set the current time and date Changing the Date Format To display the World Time screen To configure World Time settings To configure summer time (DST) settings 130 131

APPENDIX

Menu Reference.. 168 Indicator Lamp Reference.. 170
REC mode PLAY mode USB Cradle Indicator Lamps Display Messages Main Specifications 177

Setting the Clock.. 127

Troubleshooting Guide.. 173 Specifications... 177

Using World Time... 129

Changing the Display Language.. 132 Formatting Built-in Memory.. 132

USING A MEMORY CARD

To insert a memory card into the camera To remove a memory card from the camera Formatting a Memory Card 136
Using a Memory Card... 135

Digital Camera

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

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INTRODUCTION

Unpacking

Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.

CHARGE

Camera
Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20)

USB Cradle (CA-21A)

CD-ROM

USB Cable

* The shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.

Basic Reference

Special AC Adaptor (AD-C51G)

AC power cord *

Contents

2 INTRODUCTION

Unpacking... 2 Features... 9 Precautions... 11
General Precautions Data Error Precautions Operating conditions Condensation Lens Other 14 14

GETTING READY

About This Manual... 19 General Guide.. 20
Camera USB Cradle REC mode PLAY mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 25
Monitor Screen Contents.. 22
Indicator Lamps... 25 Attaching the Strap.. 26 Power Requirements.. 26
To load the battery To remove the battery To charge the battery Power Supply Precautions Turning the Camera On and Off Configuring Power Saving Settings 36 37

QUICK START GUIDE

First, charge the battery!.. 15 To configure display language and clock settings.. 16 To record an image.. 17 To view a recorded image.. 17 To delete an image... 18
Using the On-screen Menus.. 38 Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings. 40
To configure display language and clock settings 41

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Aiming the Camera Recording an Image Recording Precautions About Auto Focus About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 48
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift).. 65 Adjusting White Balance.. 66
Adjusting White Balance Manually Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup 67 70

Recording an Image... 44

Using the BESTSHOT Mode.. 68 Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot).. 72 Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image (Pre-shot)... 74 Using the Movie Mode.. 76 Recording Audio.. 78
Adding Audio to a Snapshot Recording Your Voice 78 79
Using the Optical Viewfinder.. 49 Using Zoom... 50
Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Flash Unit Status Flash Precautions 54 54

Using the Flash... 52

Using the Self-timer... 55 Specifying Image Size and Quality.. 57
To specify the image size To specify image quality 57 58
Using the Histogram.. 81 REC Mode Camera Settings.. 82
Specifying ISO Sensitivity Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys Specifying Power On Default Settings Resetting the Camera 86 87

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using the Pan Focus Mode Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock 63 64
Selecting the Focus Mode... 59

PLAYBACK

Playing an Audio Snapshot 89

DELETING FILES

Basic Playback Operation.. 88 Flipping the Display.. 90 Zooming the Display Image.. 91 Resizing an Image... 92 Cropping an Image... 93 Playing a Movie... 94 Displaying the 9-image View.. 95
Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View 96
Deleting a Single File.. 107 Deleting All Files.. 108

FILE MANAGEMENT

Memory Folders and Files To protect a single file To protect all files in memory To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images 113
Folders... 109 Protecting Files.. 110
Displaying the Calendar Screen.. 96 Playing a Slide Show.. 97
To specify the slideshow images To specify the slideshow time To set the slideshow interval Using the Photo Stand Feature 100 101

DPOF... 111

PRINT Image Matching II.. 114 Exif Print... 114 Using USB DIRECT-PRINT.. 115 Using the FAVORITE Folder.. 117
To To To To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder display a file in the FAVORITE folder delete a file from the FAVORITE folder delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 119 120
Rotating the Display Image.. 102 Using Image Roulette... 103 Adding Audio to a Snapshot. 104

To re-record audio 105

Playing Back a Voice Recording File.. 106

OTHER SETTINGS

To configure sound settings To set the volume level 121 122

USING A MEMORY CARD

To insert a memory card into the camera To remove a memory card from the camera Formatting a Memory Card Memory Card Precautions 136 137
Configuring Sound Settings.. 121
Using a Memory Card... 135
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen. 122 Configuring Power Down Image Settings. 123 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method.. 125 Using the Alarm... 126
To set an alarm Stopping the Alarm To select your Home Time zone To set the current time and date Changing the Date Format To display the World Time screen To configure World Time settings To configure summer time (DST) settings 130 131

Copying Files... 138

To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card 138 To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 139
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER
USB Connection Precautions USB Connection Precautions 145 149
Setting the Clock.. 127 Using the Camera with a Windows Computer. 140 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer. 145 Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer... 149 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer... 150 Memory Data.. 151

The camera may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction. If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the

battery (page 28).

It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge.
First, charge the battery!
1. Load the battery (page 26).

Stopper

PLAY REC MEN U

PHOT O

CHAR GE
To configure display language and clock settings
Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. (See page 40 for details.)
1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Press [] to select the language you want. 3. Press [SET] to register the language setting.

PLAY REC

4. Use [], [], [], and [] to select the geographical
area you want, and then press [SET].
5. Use [] and [] to select the city you want, and then

press [SET].

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
6. Use [] and [] to select the summer time (DST)
setting you want, and then press [SET].
7. Use [] and [] to select the date format setting you
want, and then press [SET].
8. Set the date and the time. 9. Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the

setting screen.

To record an image
(See page 44 for details.)

Green operation lamp

To view a recorded image
(See page 88 for details.)

NORMAL

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Focus frame
1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Align the mode selector with REC. 3. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor
screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and then press the shutter release button half way.
When proper focus is achieved, the focus frame turns green and the green operation lamp lights.
1. Press the power button to turn on the

camera.

2. Align the mode selector with PLAY. 3. Use [] and [] to scroll through the

images.

4. Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter

release button.

I Bottom

USB Cradle
Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB cradle lets you perform the following tasks. Battery charging (page 28) Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 140) Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow feature (page 101).
H H Battery compartment cover I Connector J Tripod screw hole
1 Camera connector 2 [USB] lamp 3 [USB] button 4 [CHARGE] lamp 5 [PHOTO] button
* Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.

PHOT O CHAR GE

6 [DC IN 5.3V] L M

(AC adaptor connector)

K Stopper L Battery compartment M Memory card slot

7 [USB]

(USB port)

Monitor Screen Contents

The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the cameras status.

REC mode

8 C B A 1 Flash Mode indicator
None Auto Flash Off Flash On Red-eye reduction If the camera detects that flash is required while auto flash is selected, the flash on indicator will appear when the shutter release button is pressed half way.

10s 2s

4 Self-timer
None 1-Image Self-timer 10 sec Self-timer 2 sec Triple self-timer

8 Quality

FINE NORMAL ECONOMY

5 REC modes

Snapshot BESTSHOT Movie Snapshot Audio Voice Recording
Built-in memory selected for data storage. Memory card selected for data storage.
0 Date and time A EV value B Battery capacity C Focus frame
Focusing complete: Green Focusing failed: Red

2 Focus Mode indicator

None Auto Focus Macro Pan Focus Infinity Manual Focus

6 Memory capacity

(Remaining number of storable images) pixels (3:2)pixels pixels pixels pixels Movie Recording: recording time (seconds)
3 White balance indicator 7 Image size
None Auto Sunlight Shade Light Bulb Fluorescent Manual
D D Digital zoom indicator E Shutter speed value E F G H
An out of range aperture or shutter speed causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber.

I If the camera works normally
I Battery Life Guidelines
The battery life guideline values given below indicate the amount of time under the conditions defined below the table, until power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do not guarantee that the battery will provide the amount of service indicated. Low temperatures and continued use reduce battery life.
Operation Number of Shots, Continuous Recording*1 (Recording Time) Number of Shots, Normal Recording*2 (Recording Time) Continuous Playback*3 (Continuous Snapshot Recording) Continuous Voice Recording*4 Approximate Battery Life 540 shots (90 minutes) 140 shots (70 minutes) 150 minutes 130 minutes
1. Continue using the camera until the current
charge is used up, and then charge the battery.
I If the camera does not work normally
This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is loaded.
1. Remove the battery from the camera and
check the battery contacts for dirt. If the contacts are dirty, wipe them clean with a dry cloth.
2. Check to make sure that the AC adaptors
power cord is connected securely to the power outlet and USB cradle.
If the same symptoms occur again when you place the camera on the USB cradle after taking the above steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.
Supported Battery: NP-20 (Rated Capacitance: 680mAh) *1 Continuous Recording Conditions Temperature: 23C (73F) Monitor screen: On Flash: Off Image recorded about every 10 seconds
GETTING READY *2 Normal Recording Conditions Temperature: 23C (73F) Monitor Screen: On Zoom operation between full wide to full telephoto every 30 seconds, during which two images are recorded, one image with flash; power turned off and back on every time 10 images are recorded. *3 Continuous Playback Conditions Temperature: 23C (73F) Scroll one image about every 10 seconds *4 Voice recording times are based on continuous recording. The above values are based on a new battery starting from a full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life. Battery life is greatly affected by how much you use flash, zoom and other functions, and how long you leave power turned on.

I Tip to Make the Battery Last Longer
If you do not need the flash while recording, select (flash off) for the flash mode. See page 52 for more information. You can also conserve battery power by using the [DISP] button to turn off the monitor screen.

I Low Battery Indicator

The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. The indicator means that remaining battery power is low. Note that you will not be able to record images while the battery indicator is. Charge the battery immediately whenever either of these indicators appears.
Battery Level Indicator High Low

Power Supply Precautions

Note the following precautions when handling or using the battery and the optional charger unit.
I Battery Handling Precautions
G SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before trying to use the battery for the first time. Keep these safety precautions and all operating instructions on hand for future reference. NOTES The term battery in this manual refers to the CASIO NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. Use only the USB cradle (CA-21A) that comes with the camera, the optionally available USB cradle (CA21), or the optionally available charger unit (BC-10L) to charge the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Never use any other charging device.
Failure to observe any of the following precautions while using the battery creates the risk of overheating, fire, and explosion. Never use any other type of charger except the optional charger unit specified for the battery. Never try to use the battery to power any other device other than this camera. Never use or leave the battery near open flame. Never place the battery in a microwave oven, throw it into fire, or otherwise expose it to intense heat. Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when you load it into the camera or attach it to the optional charger unit. Never carry or store the battery together with items that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead, etc.) Never try to take the battery apart, modify it in any way, or expose it to strong impact. Do not immerse the battery in fresh water or salt water. Do not use or leave the battery under direct sunlight, in an automobile parked in the sun, or in any other area subject to high temperatures.
GETTING READY Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a battery, immediately remove it from the camera or optional charger unit and keep it away from open flame. If the battery does not achieve full charge after the normal charging time has passed, stop charging. Continued charging creates the risk of overheating, fire, and explosion. Battery fluid can damage your eyes. Should battery fluid get into your eyes accidentally, immediately rinse them with clean tap water and then consult a physician. Be sure to read page 28 of this Users Guide and the instructions that come with the optional charger unit before using or charging the battery. If the battery is to be used by young children, make sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the precautions and proper handling instructions and make sure that they handle the battery correctly. Should fluid from the battery accidentally get onto clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can cause skin irritation. G PRECAUTIONS DURING USE The battery is designed for use with this CASIO digital camera only. Use only the USB cradle that comes with the camera or the specified optional charger unit to charge the battery. Never use any other type of charger unit for charging. A new battery is not charged. Be sure to charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use of a battery in cold environments shortens the operating time you can expect on a full charge. Charge the battery in a location where the temperature is in the range of 10C to 35C (50F to 95F). Charging outside this temperature range can cause charging to take longer than normal or even cause charging to fail. Very limited operation following a full charge indicates that the battery has reached the end of its service life. Replace the battery with a new one. Never wipe the battery with thinner, benzene, alcohol, or other volatile agents or chemically treated rags. Doing so can cause deformation of the battery and lead to malfunction.

Make sure you always remove the camera from the USB cradle before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor. Charging, USB data communication, and using the Photo Stand feature can cause the AC adaptor to become warm. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. Unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet whenever you are not using it. Never place a blanket or any other cover on the AC adaptor. Doing so creates the risk of fire.

ON/OFF

Power button
IMPORTANT! If camera power is turned off by the Auto Power Off feature, press the power button to turn it back on again. Turning on camera power while the REC mode is selected by the mode selector causes the lens to extend from the camera. Make sure there is nothing in front of the camera that can be hit by the lens when you turn on the camera.
Configuring Power Saving Settings
You can configure the settings described below to conserve battery power. Sleep : Automatically turns off the monitor screen if no operation is performed for a specified amount of time in the REC mode. Performing any button operation causes the monitor screen to turn back on. Auto Power Off : Turns off power if you do not perform any operation for a specified amount of time.
G See page 38 for information about how to use menus.
To configure this feature: Sleep Auto Power Off Select this setting: Sleep Auto Power Off
5. Use [] and [] to change the currently
selected setting, and then press [SET].
Available Sleep settings are: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, and Off. Available Auto Power Off settings are: 2 min and 5 min. Note that the Sleep feature does not operate in the PLAY mode. Pressing any button while the camera is in the Sleep state immediately turns the monitor screen back on. The Auto Power Off and Sleep features are disabled in the following cases. When the camera is connected to a computer or some other device through the USB cradle While a slideshow is in progress While playing back a voice recording file
1. Turn on the camera, and then align the mode
selector with REC or PLAY.
2. Press [MENU]. 3. Use [] and [] to select the Set Up tab. 4. Use [] and [] to select the feature whose
setting you want to configure, and then press [SET].
Using the On-screen Menus
Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen that you can use to perform various operations. The menu that appears depends on whether you are in the REC mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu procedure in the REC mode.

2. Press [MENU].

Tab [MENU]

1. Turn on the camera,

and then align the mode selector with REC to enter the REC mode.

If you want to enter the PLAY mode instead, you would align the mode selector with PLAY.

Mode selector

[][ ][][ ]

Settings

Selection cursor (indicates the currently selected item)
GETTING READY G Menu Screen Operations
When you want to do this: Move between tabs Move from the tab to the settings Move from the settings to the tab Move between the settings Display the options available for a setting Select an option Register an option selection and exit the menu screen Register an option selection and return to the menu screen Exit the menu screen Do this: Press [] and []. Press []. Press []. Press [] and []. Press [] or press [SET]. Press [] and []. Press [SET].
3. Press [] or [] to select the tab you want,
and then press [SET] to move the selection cursor from the tab to the settings.

4. Use [] and [] to

select the feature whose setting you want to configure, and then press [].
Instead of pressing [], you could also press [SET].
Example: To select the REC Mode item.
Press []. Press the [MENU] button.

selected setting.

6. Perform one of the following operations to
apply the setting you configured.
To do this: Apply the setting and exit the menu screen. Apply the setting and return to feature selection in step 4. Apply the setting and return to tab selection in step 3. Perform this key operation: Press [SET]. Press []. 1. Press []. 2. Use [] to move back up to tab selection.
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings
Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. Display language Home city Date Style Date and time
See Menu Reference on page 168 for more information about menus.
Note that the current date and time settings are used by the camera to generate the date and time that are stored along with image data, etc.
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! The cameras clock settings are cleared whenever power is totally cut off. This can happen if the battery goes dead while the camera is not being supplied power by the USB cradle. The clock setting screen will appear automatically the next time you turn on power after the settings are cleared. Set the date and time before using the camera. The current date and time settings will be cleared if the battery remains dead without being charged for about two days. Recording images without configuring the clock settings causes incorrect time information to be registered. Be sure to configure the clock settings before using the camera.
1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Use [], [], [], and
[] to select the language you want, and then press [SET].
: Japanese English Deutsch Espaol Italiano : English : German : Spanish : Italian : Chinese (Complex) : Chinese (Simplified) : Korean Franais : French

Press the shutter release button gently to avoid camera movement.

About Auto Focus

Auto Focus tends not to work well if the camera is moved during recording, or when recording the types of subjects listed below. Solid color walls or objects with little contrast Strongly backlit objects Polished metal or other brightly reflective objects Venetian blinds or other horizontally repeating patterns Multiple images that are varying distances from the camera Subjects in poorly lit areas Moving subjects Note that a green operation lamp and focus frame do not necessarily guarantee that an image is in focus. If Auto Focus does not produce the results you want for some reason, try using focus lock (page 64) or manual focus (page 63).
About the REC Mode Monitor Screen
The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The actual image is recorded in accordance with the image quality setting currently selected on your camera. The image saved in file memory has much better resolution and detail than the REC mode monitor screen image. Certain levels of subject brightness can cause the response of the REC mode monitor screen to slow down, which causes some static noise in the monitor screen image.
Using the Optical Viewfinder
You can conserve battery power by turning off the cameras monitor screen (page 25) and using the optical viewfinder to compose images.
IMPORTANT! The frame that is visible inside of the viewfinder indicates the image recorded at a distance of about one meter (3.3). When the subject is closer than one meter, the recorded image will be different from what you see inside the viewfinder frame. Since the monitor screen shows exactly what will be recorded, always use it for composing your images in the Macro and Manual Focus modes.
Short distance to subject

Viewfinder frame

Using Zoom
Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom.

Optical Zoom

The range of the optical zoom factor is shown below. Optical Zoom Factor Range: 1X to 3X

Zoom out

Zoom in
2. Compose the image and then press the

shutter release button.

1. In the REC mode, press
the zoom button to change the zoom factor.
NOTES The optical zoom factor also affects the lens aperture. Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against hand movement when using the telephoto setting (zoom in).

Zoom button

To do this: Zoom out Zoom in Press this side of the zoom button: (Wide Angle) (Telephoto)

Digital Zoom

Digital zoom is activated after you reach the maximum optical zoom factor (3X). It enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of the digital zoom factor is shown below. Digital Zoom Factor Range: 3X to 12X (in combination with optical zoom)

5. Hold down the

(Telephoto) zoom button to increase the optical zoom factor.
When the digital zoom factor reaches its maximum value (3X), it stops momentarily. Keep the (Telephoto) zoom button depressed and zoom will switch over to digital zoom automatically.

Digital zoom indicator

1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [] and [] to select the REC tab. 3. Use [] and [] to select Digital Zoom, and

then press [].

Zoom indicator
Switching to digital zoom causes the zoom indicator to appear on the monitor screen. The zoom indicator shows the current approximate zoom factor.
Optical Zoom 1x Digital Zoom 3x Current zoom factor 12x
4. Select On, and then press [SET].
Selecting Off disables digital zoom.
6. Compose the image and then press the
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! Digital zoom is disabled whenever the monitor screen is turned off (page 25). Using digital zoom can cause degradation of the recorded image.

Using the Flash

Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [] (
) to select the flash mode.
Each press of [] ( ) cycles through the flash mode settings shown below on the monitor screen.

DISP MENU

[ ] ( Flash mode indicator
To do this: Have the flash fire automatically when required (Auto Flash) Turn off the flash (Flash Off) Always fire the flash (Flash On) Fire a pre-flash followed by image recording with flash, reducing the chance of red-eye in the image (Redeye reduction) In this case, the flash fires automatically when required Select this setting: None
I About Red-eye Reduction
Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye. When red-eye reduction is selected as the flash mode, the camera performs two preflash operations, one designed to cause the irises in the eyes of any people in the image to close, and one for the Auto Focus operation. This is followed by another flash operation for actual recording of the image. IMPORTANT! Note the following important points when using redeye reduction. Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people in the image are looking directly at the camera during the pre-flash. Before pressing the shutter release button, call out to the subjects so they all look at the camera while the pre-flash operation is performed. Red-eye reduction may not work very well if the subjects are located far away from the camera.

3. Record the image.

IMPORTANT! The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times when you record an image. The initial flashes are pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain information that it uses for exposure settings. The final flash is for recording. Make sure that you keep the camera still until the shutter releases. Image recording may not be performed if you press the shutter release button while the red operation lamp is flashing.

Flash Unit Status

You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing the shutter release button half way and checking the monitor screen and red operation lamp.

Flash Precautions

Take care that your fingers do not block the flash when you hold the camera. Covering the flash with your finger can greatly reduce its effectiveness.
The indicator is also shown on the monitor screen when the flash unit is ready to fire.

Red operation lamp*

* Red operation lamp
When the red operation lamp is this: Flashing Lit It means this: Flash unit is charging Flash unit is ready to fire
You may not be able to achieve the desired results using a flash if the subject is too close or too far away. The flash takes anywhere from a few seconds to as long as 10 seconds to attain full charge after being fired. The actual time required depends on the battery level, temperature, and other conditions. The flash does not fire in the Movie mode. This is indicated by (Flash Off) on the monitor screen. The flash unit may not be able to charge when battery power is low. Low battery power is indicated by (Flash Off) on the monitor screen, and when the flash fails to fire properly resulting in poor image exposure. When these symptoms occur, charge the cameras battery as soon as possible. When the red-eye reduction mode ( ) is selected, flash intensity is adjusted automatically in accordance with the exposure. The flash may not fire at all when the subject is brightly lit.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using flash in combination with another light source (daylight, fluorescent light, etc.) can result in abnormal image colors.

Using the Self-timer

The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10second delay of the shutter release after you press the shutter release button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three images.

1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [] and [] to select the REC tab. 3. Use [] and [] to select Self-timer, and
4. Use [] and [] to select the self-timer time
you want to use, and then press [SET].
Selecting Off in step 4 disables the self-timer.
To do this: Specify a 10-second self-timer Specify a 2-second self-timer Specify Triple Self-timer Disable the self-timer Select this setting: 10 sec 2 sec X3 Off

5. Record the image.

When you press the shutter release button, the self-timer lamp flashes and the shutter releases after the selftimer reaches the end of its countdown. You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown by pressing the shutter release button while the selftimer lamp is flashing. NOTE

Self-timer lamp

With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a series of three images in the sequence described below. 1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown and then records the first image. 2. The camera prepares to record the next image. The amount of time required for preparation depends on the cameras current Size and Quality settings, the type of memory (built-in or card) you are using for image storage, and whether or not the flash is charging. 3. After preparation is complete, the indicator 1sec appears on the monitor screen, and another image is recorded one second later. 4. Steps 2 and 3 are repeated once more to record the third image.
The 2 sec self-timer setting is best when shooting with a slow shutter speed, because it helps to avoid blurring of images due to hand movement.
Specifying Image Size and Quality
You can specify the image size and image quality to suit the type of image you are recording.
NOTES If you plan to make large prints of your images or otherwise use them in applications where highresolution is your top priority, select the 2304 x 1728 image size. If you plan to send images as e-mail attachments or otherwise use them in applications where data economy is your top priority, select the 640 x 480 image size. Selecting the 2304 x 1536 (3:2) image size records images with a 3:2 (vertical : horizontal) aspect ratio, which is optimal for printing on paper with an aspect ratio of 3:2.
To specify the image size
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [] and [] to select the REC tab. 3. Use [] and [] to select Size, and then

press [].

4. Use [] and [] to select the setting you
2304 x x x x 480 : 2304 x 1728 : 1600 x 1200 : 1280 x 960 : 640 x 480 pixels pixels pixels pixels 2304 x 1536 (3:2) : 2304 x 1536 (3:2) pixels

To specify image quality

NOTE Use the Fine setting when image quality is your top priority and file size is secondary. Conversely, use the Economy setting when file size is your top priority and image quality is secondary. IMPORTANT! Actual file size depends on the type of image you record. This means that the remaining image capacity noted on the monitor screen may not be exactly accurate (pages 22 and 178).