Note on the battery pack NP-NH25 (supplied with DSC-ST80 only)
Refer to the operating instructions Cyber-shot Station.
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.
For full use of the digital still camera
Prepare the camera and shoot in auto adjustment mode
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

Display Indication

When shooting still images
Battery remaining (t step 1 in Read This First) Enjoying the camera z

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

Mode dial (26)
00:00:00 [00:28:25] C:32:00
Flash mode (t step 5 in Read This First) Red-eye reduction (47) Sharpness (37)
Saturation (37) Contrast (37) AF illuminator (48) Metering mode (33) Picture effect (36)

+2.0EV

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)

Display

Indication

3:2 VGA

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.

FINE STD

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)
Low battery warning (24, 88) Spot metering cross hair (33) AF range finder frame (32)

Histogram (21, 31)

NR slow shutter (27) 125 F3.5 +2.0EV
Shutter speed (27) Aperture value (27) EV level value (31) Menu/Guide menu (29)
(not displayed on the screen on the previous page)

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)

196 491

394 985

790 1975

1428 3571

2904 7261

5928 14821

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)
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.
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
[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

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.
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 25C (77F). 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.)
Battery LCD screen No. of Battery images life (min.) (Approx.) (Approx.)
NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH)*1 Alkaline*2 Battery pack NP-NH25*3
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 255 350
DSC-S80/ST80/S60 NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH)*1 Alkaline*2 Battery pack NP-NH25*590
DSC-S80/ST80/S60 NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH)*1 Alkaline*2

Menu for viewing (page 38)
(Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming

Shooting menu

The default settings are marked with.
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

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

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.

AF range finder frame

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.
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.
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).
AE/AF lock indicator AF range finder frame Using the menu

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

(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.
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).

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).
Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO. The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity.
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

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).

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).

This section describes an example of dividing a movie numbered 101_0002 and deleting it in the following file configuration.

101_101_0003 3

2 101_0002

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_3 A 2 101_0005 B
101_0005 is divided into 101_0006 and 101_0007.
3 Deleting scenes A and B if they are unnecessary.
101_3 A 2 101_0006 101_0007 B
Delete 4 Only the desired scenes remain.

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.
5 Press z at the desired cutting point.
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)

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.

Using Setup items

You can change the default settings using the Setup screen.

v/V/b/B button Mode dial

1 Turn on the power.
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

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.

Camera 2

Enlarges the setting indicator temporarily when you press (Macro).
Enlarges the indicators. Does not enlarge the indicators.

(Flash mode),

(Self-timer), or

Internal Memory Tool

This item does not appear when a Memory Stick is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with.
Formats the internal memory.
Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images.
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.

Memory Stick Tool

This item appears only when a Memory Stick is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with.
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.
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.
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).

NTSC system

Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.

PAL system

Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, etc.

PAL-M system

Brazil

PAL-N system

Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay

SECAM system

Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions.
1 Check the items on pages 78 to 87.
If a code such as C/E:ss:ss appears on the screen, see page 88.
2 Remove the batteries, and insert the batteries again after about one minute, and turn on the power.
3 Initialize the settings (pages 53)
4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Please understand that you give your consent that the contents of the internal memory may be checked when you send your camera to be repaired.

Batteries and power

For DSC-ST80, also refer to the operating instructions Cyber-shot Station. The battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly.
This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location (page
When using alkaline batteries/Oxy Nickel Primary Battery, the displayed time remaining may
not be correctly indicated.
The batteries are discharged. Install charged batteries or replace with new ones (t step 1 in

Read This First).

The poles of batteries or the terminals of battery cover are dirty so the batteries are not
charged sufficiently. Clean them with a cotton swab, etc. (page 93).
When using nickel-metal hydride batteries, the displayed time remaining differs from the
current one due to the memory effect (page 93), etc. Fully discharge and then charge the batteries to correct the display. The batteries are dead (page 93). Replace them with new ones.
The batteries run down too quickly.
Charge nickel-metal hydride batteries sufficiently (t step 1 in Read This First). You are using the camera in an extremely cold location (page 93). The batteries are dead (page 93). Replace them with new ones.

You cannot copy images.

Connect the camera and your computer correctly using the supplied cable for multi-use
terminal (DSC-S90/S80/S60) or Cyber-shot Station (DSC-ST80) (page 59).
Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS (pages 60, 67). You may not be able to shoot using a Memory Stick formatted by a computer. Shoot using a
Memory Stick formatted by your camera (page 51).
After making a USB connection, PicturePackage does not start automatically.
Start up the PicturePackage Menu and check [Settings]. Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on (page 59).
The image cannot be played back on a computer.
If you are using PicturePackage, click on help at the upper-right corner of each screen. Consult the computer or software manufacturer.
The image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer.
You are playing back the movie directly from the internal memory or the Memory Stick.
Copy the movie to the hard disk of your computer, then play back the movie from the hard disk (page 58).
You cannot print an image.
Check the printer settings.
Images once copied to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera.
Copy them to a folder recognized by the camera, such as 101MSDCF (page 63). Operate correctly (page 64).

Memory Stick

Cannot insert a Memory Stick.
Insert it in the correct direction (t step 3 in Read This First).
Cannot record on a Memory Stick.
Set the write-protect switch on the Memory Stick to the recording position (page 91). The Memory Stick is full. Delete unnecessary images (t step 6 in Read This First). Insert a Memory Stick PRO (page 22) when recording movies with the image size set to

[640(Fine)].

Cannot format a Memory Stick.
Set the write-protect switch on the Memory Stick to the recording position (page 91).
You have formatted a Memory Stick by mistake.
All the data on the Memory Stick is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it. We
recommend that you set the write-protect switch on the Memory Stick to the LOCK position to prevent accidental erasure (page 91).
The camera or your computer cannot play back the data in the internal memory.
There is a Memory Stick inserted in the camera. Remove it (t step 3 in Read This

First).

Cannot record images using the internal memory.

This First) or use the AC Adaptor (not supplied).
The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the camera.
Set the date and time again (t step 2 in Read This First).
Warning indicators and messages

Self-diagnosis display

If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, your camera has a selfdiagnosis display. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the camera. If you are unable to solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:32:ss
There is trouble with your camera's

Messages

If the following messages appear, follow the instructions. Turn the power off and on again
A problem with the lens has caused an

error. E

The battery level is low. Charge the
hardware. Turn the power off and on again.
batteries (t step 1 in Read This First). Depending on the conditions of use or the type of battery, the indicator may flash even though there are still 5 to 10 minutes of remaining battery time left.

C:13: ss

The camera cannot read or write data.

System error

Turn the power off and then on again
Turn off and on the power or re-insert the Memory Stick several times. Format error has occurred in the internal memory or an unformatted Memory Stick is inserted. Format the media (pages 50, 51). The inserted Memory Stick cannot be used with your camera, or the data is damaged. Insert a new Memory Stick (page 91).
(t step 2 Read This First).

Internal memory error

Memory Stick error
Insert the Memory Stick correctly. The inserted Memory Stick cannot be
E:61: ss E:91: ss E:92: ss
A camera malfunction has occurred.
used in your camera (page 91).
The Memory Stick is damaged. The terminal section of the Memory

Stick is dirty.

Initialize the camera (page 53), then turn the power on again.

Memory Stick type error

The inserted Memory Stick cannot be

Format error

Format the media again (pages 50, 51).

Memory Stick locked

Set the write-protect switch on the

File error

An error occurred while playing back
Memory Stick to the recording position (page 91).

the image.

File protect No memory space in internal memory No memory space in Memory Stick
Delete unnecessary images or files (t Release the protection (page 40).

Image size over

You are playing back an image of a size

a*2 a*2 a*2*3*4

a*2*3*4
using a Memory Stick Duo with this camera, be sure to insert it into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. *2MagicGate 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. *3Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. *4 640(Fine) size movies can be recorded. A 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 a Memory Stick Duo (not supplied)
To use a Memory Stick Duo with the camera, be sure to insert the Memory Stick Duo into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. If you insert a Memory Stick Duo into a Memory Stick compliant device without a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the device. When inserting a Memory Stick Duo into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor, make sure the Memory Stick Duo is inserted facing in the correct direction. When using a Memory Stick Duo inserted into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor with the camera, make sure that the Memory Stick Duo is inserted facing the correct direction. Note that improper use may damage the equipment. Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor into a Memory Stick compliant device without a Memory Stick Duo attached. Doing so may result in malfunction of the unit. To format a Memory Stick Duo, insert the Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. When the Memory Stick Duo is equipped with the write-protect switch, release its lock.
Note on using a Memory Stick PRO (not supplied)
Memory Stick PRO media with a capacity of up to 2 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with this camera.
On the battery charger and the batteries
On the battery charger (supplied with DSC-S90/S80)
Do not charge any other batteries except Sony Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries in the battery charger supplied with your camera. If you try to charge any other type of battery (e.g., manganese batteries, alkaline dry cells, primary lithium batteries, or Ni-Cd batteries) than the batteries specified, those batteries may leak, overheat, or explode, causing the danger of burns or other injuries. Remove the charged batteries from the battery charger. If you keep charging them, there is a danger of leaks, excessive heat, explosions, or electric shock. When charging a high capacity battery other than the supplied battery using the supplied battery charger, the full capacity of the battery may not be available. When the CHARGE lamp flashes, this may indicate a battery error or that batteries other than the specified type have been inserted. Check that the batteries are the specified type. If the batteries are the specified type, remove all the batteries, replace them with new ones or another ones and check if the battery charger operates correctly. If the battery charger operates correctly, a battery error may have occurred. If the battery charger is dirty, charging may not be performed successfully. Clean the battery charger with dry cloth, etc.

2-590-636-11 (1)

Prepare the battery
To wall outlet (wall socket)
Turn the camera on/set the clock
Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y OK AM Cancel
Insert a Memory Stick (not supplied)

Terminal side

For DSC-ST80, refer to the operating instructions Cyber-shot Station.

DSC-S90/S80 only

Select

Press POWER.

Clock Set

Digital Still Camera

Insert the batteries.

Battery charger

Read This First

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual and Users Guide/Troubleshooting (separate volume) thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

Match 3/# and insert.

Lighting

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Insert the Memory Stick all the way in until it clicks.
When there is no Memory Stick inserted

Power cord (mains lead)

CHARGE lamp
Light on: Charging Light off: Completed (Remove the batteries.)
Set the clock with the control button.
The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (32 MB). t Users Guide/ Troubleshooting (page 23)
1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z.
Connect the power code (mains lead).

Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y

Connect the battery charger to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by. Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power

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Select the image size for use

Select a mode.

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source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket). When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries from the battery charger.
Nickel-Metal Hydride battery NH-AA-DA2 (supplied with DSC-S90/S80) Charging time Approx. 6 hours
2 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with

v/V, then press z.

(Image Size).

Still image:

Select the size with v/V.

4M 3:2 3M

VGA(E-Mail) Image Size
Time required to charge fully depleted Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries at a temperature of 25C

AM Cancel

Movie:
(77F). Charging may take longer under certain circumstances or conditions. The CHARGE lamp may remain lit longer than six hours, but this is not a malfunction.
3 Select [OK] with B, then press z.
Refer to Users Guide/Troubleshooting (separate volume)
Explains advanced techniques and what to do if you experience trouble with your camera.

DSC-S90/S80/S60 DSC-ST80

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The screen above is for still images. For movies, select [640(Fine)] (Memory Stick PRO only), [640(Standard)] or [160].

Bottom

Press (Image Size) to complete the setting.
Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
To cancel, select [Cancel] and press z.

button

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While pressing OPEN, open the cover.

Available batteries

You can use HR 15/51:HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries/R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries/battery pack NP-NH25/ZR6 (size AA) Oxy Nickel Primary Battery. t Users Guide/Troubleshooting (page 93) Checking the accessories supplied
Ni-MH battery charger BC-CS2A/CS2B (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (DSC-S90/S80) Cyber-shot Station (DSC-ST80) Cyber-shot Station CSS-SA (1) A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) AC Adaptor AC-LS5 (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) (DSC-S90/S80/S60) Rechargeable battery pack (NPNH25) (1) Operating Instructions Cybershot Station (1) HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Battery case (1) Hydride batteries (2) (DSC-S90/S80) (DSC-S90/S80) R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2) (DSC-S60) A Memory Stick is not supplied. The camera has the own internal memory (32 MB), however, purchase of a Memory Stick is recommended.
To change the date and time
Select [Clock Set] in the (Setup) screen and perform the procedure in step 3 above. t Users Guide/Troubleshooting (page 55)

On still image sizes

For details on the image size t Users Guide/Troubleshooting (page 13)
Image size 4M (23041728) (the default setting) 3:2 (23041536)* 3M (20481536) Guidelines For printing high density images in A4 or A5 size No. of images Less Printing Fine
On the clock display Using the AC Adaptor
You can connect the camera using the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied). t Users Guide/ Troubleshooting (page 15). Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the AC Adaptor.
If you selected [D/M/Y] in step 3-1, set the time on a 24-hour cycle. Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.
When turning on the power To check the remaining battery time
Press POWER to turn on and check the time on the LCD screen.
Battery remaining indicator Battery remaining guidelines Sufficient power remaining Battery half full Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon. Change the batteries with fully charged ones, or charge the batteries. (The warning indicator flashes.) Unless you set the clock, the Clock Set screen appears each time the camera is turned on. Do not touch the lens portion as the cover opens and the lens portion extends. Also, do not leave the camera with the lens portion extended for a long period of time with the power off as this may cause a malfunction. The following screen appears when the camera is turned on for the second time or afterwards.

1M (1280960) VGA(E-Mail) (640480)
For printing in postcard size For recording a larger 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 printer paper or postcards, etc.
On recordable number of still images and recordable time of movies
Recordable number of still images and recordable time of movies vary depending on the image size selected. For details on recordable number or time t Users Guide/Troubleshooting (page 22)
The displayed time remaining may not be correct under certain circumstances. When using alkaline batteries/Oxy Nickel Primary Battery, the battery remaining indicator may not display the correct information. When the AC Adaptor (not supplied) is used, the battery remaining indicator is not displayed.

To turn off the power

Press POWER again.
If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for a period of time, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery (Auto power-off function).
Still images Maximum recordable image
Movies Maximum recordable time

Wrist strap (1)

CD-ROM (Cyber-shot application software) (1) Operating instructions for digital still camera Read This First (this manual) (1) Operating instructions Users Guide/ Troubleshooting (1)

To remove the batteries

Hold the camera with the battery cover facing upward, then open the battery cover and remove the batteries. Be careful not to drop the batteries.
Changing the language setting
You can change the screen display to show messages in a specified language. To change the language setting, press MENU to display the menu screen. Select (Setup) with the control button, then, select [ A Language] in (Setup1), and select the desired language. t Users 1 Guide/Troubleshooting (page 53)
Number of recordable images and time can differ according to shooting conditions.

Notes before use

Charge the supplied batteries before using the camera for the first time. (DSC-S90/S80/ST80 only) The camera is a precision instrument. Be careful not to bump the lens or the LCD screen, and not to apply force to it. Attach the strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped, etc.

To remove a Memory Stick

Access lamp
To use your camera abroad Power sources
You can use your camera, the battery charger (supplied with DSC-S90/S80), and the AC Adaptor (not supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/ 60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet (wall socket) [b].
BC-CS2A/ CS2B/AC-LS5 Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction.

Open the cover, then push the Memory Stick in once.
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.

http://www.sony.net/

When the access lamp is lit
Never open the cover or turn off the power. The data may be corrupted.

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Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode)
Shoot still images (Scene Selection)
Shoot with the shutter button.

View/delete images

Select an image with b/B.

Holding the camera

Press fully down The shutter sounds.
Still image (auto adjustment mode):
Press and hold halfway down to focus AE/AF lock indicator Flashing t lit/beeps
Select the desired mode of Scene Selection ( , , , , , , ).

101-0003

BACK/NEXT

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VOLUME
Still image: the image size is displayed

VGA FINE

button For details on modes, see below. / button

is displayed

Position the subject in the center of the focus frame.

30 F2.8

To play back a movie, press z.

AF range finder frame

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Press fully down

101_0010

Playback bar

REV/CUE

REC 00:00:02[00:10:48]

button Zoom button Control button
Rewind/Fast forward: b/B (Return to normal playback: z) Volume: v/V Stop playback: z Movies with the image size [160] are displayed a size smaller.

Control button

To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
To cancel the Scene Selection Using the control button

To delete images

1 Display the image you want to delete and press 2 Select [Delete] with v, then press z. (delete).

Using the zoom

Set the mode dial to other than the mode of Scene Selection.
Using the flash for still images

Zoom button

VGA VGA
Checking the last image you shot (Quick Review)

Review

Shooting close-up (Macro)

To cancel the deletion

Select [Exit], then press z.

Delete Exit

101-0029

RETURN

Using the self-timer
You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie. When the zoom scale exceeds 3, the camera uses [Digital Zoom]. For details on the [Digital Zoom] settings and the image quality t Users Guide/Troubleshooting (page 46)
Checking the last still image you shot (Quick Review)
Press b ( ) on the control button. To cancel, press b again.
The image may appear rough right after playback starts. To delete the image, press (Delete) and select [Delete] with v on the control button, then press z.

If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on
If the subject is closer than approx. 50 cm (19 3/4 inches), use the Macro mode (left column). When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the AE/AF lock indicator changes to flashing slowly and the beep does not sound. Recompose the shot and focus again.

Scene Selection modes

The following modes are predetermined to match the scene conditions. Twilight*
Shoots night scenes at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings.
To view an enlarged image (playback zoom)
While displaying a still image, press To undo the zoom, press Cancel playback zoom: z To store enlarged images: [Trimming] t Users Guide/Troubleshooting (page 44). Adjust the portion: v/V/b/B to zoom in on the image.
Shoots seasides or lakesides, the blue of the water clearly recorded.
Subjects difficult to focus on are:
Distant from the camera and dark The contrast between the subject and its background is poor. Seen through glass Moving fast Reflect light or have a lustrous finish Flashing Against light
Selecting a flash mode for still images
Before step 2, press v ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
No indicator Strobes if it is dark or against light (default setting) Forced flash Slow synchro (Forced flash) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light.

Twilight portrait*

Shoots portraits in dark places.

Landscape

Shoots landscapes, etc., by focusing on a distant subject.

Viewing an index screen

Press (index), then select an image with v/V/b/B. To return to the single-image screen, press z. To display the next (previous) index screen, press b/B.
To identify items on the screen
t Users Guide/Troubleshooting (page 17) Candle*
Shoot candlelit scenes, without spoiling the atmosphere.

Soft snap

Shoots portraits of people, flowers, etc., with a gentle atmosphere.
SINGLE DISPLAY SINGLE DISPLAY

BACK/NEXT VOLUME

To turn off the LCD screen
Press (Display/LCD on/off) repeatedly. Use the finder for saving battery power, or shooting images when it is difficult to confirm images using the LCD screen.

No flash Shooting distance (when [ISO] is set to [Auto]) W side: Approx. 0.2 to 4.5 m (7 7/8 to 178 1/2 inches) T side: Approx. 0.5 to 2.5 m (19 3/4 to 98 1/2 inches) The flash strobes twice. The first time is to adjust the light quantity.
If you press again, the sixteen-image index screen appears.
Shoots whitish scenes brightly.
To delete images in index mode
1 While an index screen is displayed, press control button, then press z. (Delete) and select [Select] with v/V on the (Delete)
Before step 2, press B ( To cancel, press B again.
Setting the zoom all the way to the W side is recommended. The in-focus range becomes narrow, and the complete subject may not entirely be in focus. The AF speed drops.
* The shutter speed becomes slower, so using a tripod is recommended. button
2 Select the image you want to delete with v/V/b/B, then press z to display the indicator on the selected image.

To cancel a selection

) on the control button.
To use the functions set by the control button with Scene Selection
Before shooting in step 2, select the settings with the control button. Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode. When you press the button to select functions that cannot be combined with Scene Selection, a beep sounds. t Users Guide/ Troubleshooting (page 27) 3 Press
Select an image you have previously selected for deletion, then press z to delete the indicator from the image.

SELECT TO NEXT

Shortest shooting distance from the lens surface
Setting all the way to the W side: Approx. 10 cm (4 inches) Setting all the way to the T side: Approx. 50 cm (19 3/4 inches)

(Delete).

4 Select [OK] with B, then press z.
To delete all the images in the folder, select [All In This Folder] with v/V in step 1 instead of [Select], then press z.
Before step 2, press V ( ) on the control button. Press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, and a beep sounds until the shutter operates (approximately 10 seconds later).

Self-timer lamp