DSC-H2

Cyber-shot Digital Still Camera
The Sony that Brings Distant Subjects Closer. The Cyber-shot DSC-H2 features Carl Zeiss 12X Optical zoom and Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization for amazing closeups of sports and outdoor activities. 6.0 megapixels allow big prints, High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 1000) improves low-light shooting, manual focus/exposure gives you more creative options.

Step-up New

6.0 Megapixel Super HAD CCD Higher megapixels gives you more detail and definition for large prints and cropping in on your subject. Sonys advanced Super HAD (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise. Carl Zeiss 12X Optical/2X Digital Zoom/24X Total Zoom 12X Optical Zoom helps the DSC-H2 bring distant subjects closer and lets you frame shots for better composition; Sonys precision 2X Digital Zoom provides an additional 2X magnification to zoom in close without jagged edges. 52X Smart Zoom Feature4 Sony's Smart Zoom feature lets you magnify your subject beyond the 12x optical zoom - to 16x (3MP), 20x (2MP), even 52x (VGA). By intelligently cropping into the central portion of the scene, it avoids the image distortion of other digital zooms. Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization fights motion blur, even during longer exposures at full zoom.
Flexible Exposure Modes Choose Auto or Program Auto for convenience, or get creative with Aperture Priority or Shutter Priority modes. Manual Exposure Mode provides extended control with 46-step adjustable Shutter speed (30 - 1/1000 sec.), and Aperture control (F2.8 - F8.0). Large 2.01 LCD Screen The DSC-H2 has a bright 2.0 LCD screen for setting up and viewing images -- with a one touch Play button that makes it quick and easy to view your photos. Simple Controls, Function Guide User-friendly controls and simple on-screen Function Guide text/icon display help you set up camera functions -- and you ll have greater creative freedom to adjust color mode (including Natural for subtle colors and Rich for more intense colors), sensitivity, brightness and image size. High Sensitivity Mode A new High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 1000) allows you to shoot with great results in low-light conditions -- and Sonys original Clear RAW NR (Noise Reduction) image processing technology helps suppress the color noise that can accompany high-sensitivity shooting.
Stamina Battery Power With its powerful Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries, the DSC-H2 can capture up to 4003 images per charge -enough for a week of shooting. The compact BC-CS2 Battery Charger is also supplied for battery recharging on the go. Capture Images In-Camera With 32 MB2 Internal Memory, the DSC-H2 allows you to shoot without a flash memory card --then transfer your images to optional Memory Stick Duo media, upload to your computer or make prints on your digital printer. Memory Stick Duo Media The DSC-H2 has a built-in slot for optional Memory Stick Duo or higher-capacity Memory Stick PRO Duo media -- the ultra compact media for shooting, storing and sharing your photo images.

Specifications

General
Megapixel: 6.0 MP Imaging Device: 1/2.5" Super HAD CCD Recording Media: 32MB2 internal Flash Memory, optional Memory Stick Duo Media, optional Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Digital Zoom: 0-2.0X (Precision) Optical Zoom: 12X Macro Mode: Yes Total Zoom: 24X Minimum Focus Distance: 19.7" (50cm) Normal, 0.74" (2cm) Macro

Control

ISO: Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000

Convenience

White Balance: Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Flash, Manual Self Timer: Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Off) Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 2GB Memory Stick PRO Duo media capacity; does not support Access Control security function. Still Image Mode(s): JPEG (Fine/Standard), Burst, Multi-Burst, Exposure Bracketing Red-Eye Reduction: Yes (On/Off all modes) Burst Mode: 7 Shots at 1.3 fps (6MP JPEG fine), 100 Shots VGA at 1.4 fps (JPEG std.) Erase/Protect: Yes/Yes Date/Time Stamp: No/ No Media/Battery Indicator: Yes/Yes Color Mode(s): Black & White, Natural, Vivid, Sepia Scene Mode(s): Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Portrait, Landscape, Beach, High-speed shutter, High Sensitivity Image Stabilization: N/A
Battery Type: AA Nickel Metal-Hydride x2 Battery Capacity: 1.2V, 2100 mAh

Software

Supplied Software: Cyber-shot Viewer Vers 1.0 + USB Driver, (Windows) Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft 2000 Professional, Me, XP Home and Professional; Macintosh OS 9.1/9.2/OS X (10.0-10.4)

Operating Conditions

Flash Effective Range: ISO Auto: 1 to 29 3" (0.39.0m)(W), ISO 1000: to 52 (0.9 -16m) (W) Flash Mode(s): Auto, Forced On, Forced Off, Slow Synch, Daylight Fill

Dimensions

Weight: 14.2 oz (389 g) Body; 1 lb, 3.7 oz. (537 g) including Battery and optional Memory Stick DUO Media Measurements: 4 7/16" x 3 1/4" x 3 11/16" (113.2 x 83 x 94 mm)

Convenience Features

Real Imaging Processor Technology: Yes AF Illuminator Light: Yes PictBridge Compatible: Yes Multi-Pattern Measuring: Yes, 49-segment Clear RAW NR: Yes Movie Mode(s): MPEG VX Fine with Audio (640x480 at 30fps) (MPEG VX Fine requires Memory Stick DUO PRO media), MPEG VX Standard with Audio (640x480 at 16fps), Video Mail with Audio (160x112 at 8fps). Power Save Mode: Yes (after approx. 3 min. of inactivity)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Parts & Labor

Supplied Accessories

NH-AA-2DB rechargeable NiMH AA batteries BC-CS2 battery charger Lens hood with adaptor ring Lens cap with strap A/V and USB cables Shoulder strap Software CD-ROM Note: No Memory Stick Duo media or adaptors are included.

Inputs and Outputs

Accessory Terminal: N/A Audio/Video Output(s): Yes USB Port(s): Yes (Supports USB 2.05 )

Optional Accessories

Rechargeable NiMH Batteries (2pk) (NH-AA-2DB) Soft Carrying Case (LCS-HA) Soft Carrying Case (LCJ-HC) Wide Angle Conversion Lens (VCL-DH0758) Telephoto Conversion Lens (VCL-DH1758) Close-up Conversion Lens (VCL-M3358) Polarizing Filter Kit (VF-58CPKS) Neutral Density Filter Kit (VF-58M) Ring Light (HVL-RLA) Lightweight Tripod (VCT-1500L) Memory Stick Duo PRO (MSX-M256S) Memory Stick Duo PRO (MSX-M512S) Memory Stick Duo PRO (MSX-M1GST) Memory Stick Duo PRO (MSX-M2GS) Memory Stick Duo USB Adptr (MSAC-US40) Color: Silver UPC Code: 27242679504
1: Viewable area, measured diagonally 2: A portion of the memory is used for data management purposes; approx. 30 MB will be available for image recording. 3: Under average conditions; when fully charged, actual results may vary based on camera settings and conditions of use. 4: Smart Zoom feature will not work at highest resolution setting. 5: Not all products with USB connectors may communicate with each other due to chip-set variations Sony, Cyber-shot, Handycam, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Super HAD, Clear RAW, Smart Zoom, Stamina, Trinitron and Walkman are trademarks of Sony. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Hardware

LCD: 2.0"1 (115K Pixels TFT LCD Screen) Viewfinder: 0.2" 201k LCD, TTL EVF Lens Construction: 11 Elements in 9 Groups, 1 Aspheric Elements Microphone/Speaker: Yes/ Yes Lens Type: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Docking Station: N/A

Optics/Lens

Focal Length: 6 - 72 mm 35mm Equivalent: 36 - 432 mm Focus: 3 Area Multi-Point AF, Center AF, Flexible Spot AF, Manual Focal Distance: 13/16" (2 cm) (W), 193/4" (50cm) (T) Aperture Range: f2.8-8.0 (W), f3.7-8.0 (T), 10-step f2.8-8.0 (Aperture Priority, Manual) Shutter Speed: 1/4 - 1/2000 sec. (Auto), 1 - 1/2000 sec. (Program Auto), 46-step 30 sec - 1/1000 sec. (Shutter Priority, Manual) Exposure Compensation: 2.0 EV, 1/3 EV Step Increments Filter Diameter: 58mm (with supplied Adapter Ring) Smart Zoom Technology: Up to 16X (3MP), 20X (2MP), 52X (VGA Resolution)4
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Last Updated: 10/09/2009

Accessories

Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided. Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

Lightning

For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition.

Service

Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set. If the set has been exposed to rain or water. If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation. When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.

Adjust in the direction

You can check the exposure referring to the histogram chart. Be careful not to overexpose or underexpose your subject (giving a whitish or darkish image). t step 5 in Read This First, page 38
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity
ISO is unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device (equivalent to photo films) receives. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity. To adjust the ISO sensitivity t page 47
High ISO sensitivity Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location. However, the image tends to become noisy. Low ISO sensitivity Records a smoother image. However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become darker.
On the effects of lighting
The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.
Example: The color of an image affected by light sources

Weather/lighting

Daylight

Cloudy

Fluorescent

Incandescent

Characteristics of light

White (standard)

Bluish

Blue-tinged

Reddish
The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 46).

Quality

On image quality and image size
A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the picture becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. Image size is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Description of the pixels and the image size 1 Image size: 7M (DSC-H5 only) 3072 pixels 2304 pixels = 7,077,888 pixels 2 Image size: 6M (DSC-H2 only) 2816 pixels 2112 pixels = 5,947,392 pixels Pixels 3 Image size: VGA 640 pixels 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels
Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in Read This First)
Many pixels (Fine image quality and large file size) Few pixels (Rough image quality but small file size) Example: Printing in up to A3 size (DSCH5)/A4 size (DSCH2) Example: An attached image to be sent by email

(Screen display switch) button

Histogram on

Histogram display Indicators off

Indicators on

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 Duo formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. For image size and image quality, t step 4 in Read This First, see page 16.
The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and [Standard] on the lower line.) (Units: Images)
Capacity Size 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
7M (DSC-H5 only) 3:2 (DSC-H5 only) 6M (DSC-H2 only) 3:2 (DSC-H2 only) 5M (DSC-H5 only) 3M 2M VGA 16:9

66 123

133 246

238 446

484 907

988 1852

2025 3798
The number of images listed is for when the normal mode is selected. When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the >9999 indicator appears. You can resize the images later ([Resize], page 52).
The recording time of movies
Capacity Size 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB
(Units: hour : minute : second)

512MB 1GB 2GB

640(Fine) 640(Standard) 160

0:01:20 0:22:40

0:02:50 0:45:30

0:05:50 1:31:30

0:02:50 0:10:40 2:51:20

0:06:00 0:21:40 5:47:00

0:12:20 0:44:20 11:44:20

0:25:10 1:31:00 24:18:20

Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a Memory Stick PRO Duo. 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 Duo (Recording with the internal memory)
The camera has 30 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no Memory Stick Duo 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 Duo is inserted
[Recording]: Images are recorded on the Memory Stick Duo. [Playback]: Images on the Memory Stick Duo are played back. [Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed on images on the Memory Stick Duo.
When there is no Memory Stick Duo 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.
Recordable number of still images and time of movies in the internal memory are as follows.
The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and [Standard] on the lower line.)

(Units: Images)

Size Capacity 7M 1) 3:2 1) 6M 2) 3:2 2) 5M 1) 3M 2M VGA 16:9

183 459

DSC-H5 only DSC-H2 only
Size Capacity 640(Standard) 160

0:01:20

0:21:50
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 Duo
Prepare a Memory Stick Duo with a capacity of 32 MB or more, then perform the procedure explained in [Copy] (page 64).
To copy (back up) data on a hard disk of your computer
Perform the procedure on pages 72 to 74 without a Memory Stick Duo inserted in the camera.
You cannot move image data on a Memory Stick Duo to the internal memory. You can copy data stored in the internal memory to a computer via a USB connection between a computer and your camera, 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 the batteries (supplied) 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 Duo 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 110). 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 frequently. The camera has been turned on and off many times. The zoom is used frequently. The brightness of LCD backlight (DSC-H5 only) or EVF backlight is set to up. [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor] or [Continuous]. [STEADY SHOT] is set to [Continuous]. The battery power is low. Shooting in the following situations: (P.Quality) is set to [Fine]. [AF Mode] is set to [Single]. [STEADY SHOT] is set to [Shooting]. 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) The number of shooting images/battery life does not change, regardless of image size.

You can manually adjust the shutter speed and the aperture values.
Enjoying the camera 1 Select a shutter speed using the jog dial (page 32). 2 Select an aperture value using the jog dial (page 32). The difference between the settings and proper exposure judged by the camera appears as an EV value (below) on the screen. 0EV indicates the value judged as the most suitable by the camera. 3 Shoot the image.
The camera maintains the setting even when the power is turned off. Once you set a value you like, you can reproduce the same exposure by simply setting the mode dial to M. If the proper exposure is not obtained after making the settings, the setting value indicators on the screen flash when the shutter button is pressed halfway down. You can shoot in this condition, but we recommend that you adjust the flashing values again. The flash is set to (Flash forced on) or (Flash forced off).
Adjusting the exposure manually Image Brightness (EV)
Toward Toward + 1 Press b ( ) on the control button. The exposure value turns yellow.
Exposure value (yellow) 2 Select an exposure value using the jog dial (page 32). Toward +: Brightens an image. 0EV:The exposure is determined automatically by the camera. Toward : Darkens an image.
For details on the exposure t page 14 The compensation value can be set in 1/3EV increments (+2.0EV to 2.0EV). 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 Using a histogram

B Dark Bright
A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. Set the mode dial to , P, S, A or Scene Selection, then press (Screen display switch) repeatedly to display the histogram inside the screen. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side, and a dark image when skewed to the left side. Adjust the exposure while checking it with the histogram.
A Number of pixels B Brightness
The histogram also appears when the mode dial is set to M, or playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust the exposure.

Choosing a focus method

You can change the focus method. Press the FOCUS button repeatedly when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. (

Multipoint AF ( )

: The default setting)
Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame. When the mode dial is set to , only Multipoint AF is available.
This mode is useful when the subject is not in the center of the frame.
AF range finder frame AF range finder frame indicator

Using menu items

v/V/b/B button button Mode dial
z button MENU button Using the menu Control button
1 Recording: Turn on the camera, then set the mode dial.

Playback: Press.

Different items are available depending on the position of the mode dial and Recording/Playback mode.
2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select the desired menu item with b/B

on the control button.

If the desired item is invisible, keep pressing b/B until the item appears on the screen. Press z after selecting an item in the Playback mode.
4 Select the setting with v/V.
The setting you select is zoomed and is set.
5 Press MENU to turn off the menu.
To turn to the shooting mode
Press the shutter button halfway down so that the menu disappear.
If there is an item that is not displayed, an v/V mark appears on the edges of the location where menu items usually appear. To display an item that is not displayed, select the mark with the control button. You cannot set items that are not available to select.

Menu items

Menu for shooting (page 45)
For details on the operation 1 page 43
The menu items available vary depending on the mode dial position. Only the available items are displayed on the screen.
Mode dial position: COLOR (Color Mode) (Metering Mode) WB (White Bal) ISO (P.Quality) BRK (Bracket Step)

: available)

P

Scene

(Interval) (Flash Level) (Contrast) (Sharpness) (Setup)
Menu for viewing (page 49)
(Folder) DPOF (Slide) (Rotate) (Setup) - (Protect) (Print) (Resize) (Divide)

Trimming**

* The operation is limited according to the Scene mode (page 34). **Available only during playback zoom.

Shooting menu

The default settings are marked with.

COLOR (Color Mode)

You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects.
B&W (B & W) Sepia (SEPIA) Natural (NATURAL) Vivid (VIVID) Normal
You can select only [B&W] and [Sepia] when shooting movies. When Multi Burst is selected, the color mode is set to [Normal].
Sets the image to monochromatic color Sets the image to sepia color Sets the image to quiet color Sets the image to deep and vivid color Using the menu

(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
Center (Center-weighted metering) ( ) Multi (Multi-pattern metering)

Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject there. Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure.
For details on the exposure t page 14 When using spot metering or center-weighted metering, setting the AF range finder frame to Center AF is recommended to focus on the metering position (page 38).

WB (White Bal)

Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when the colors of an image look strange.

One Push Set ( )

Memorizes the basic white color which will be used in [One Push] ( ) mode.
This is unable to be selected while charging the flash.

One Push (

Adjusts the white balance depending on the light source. The white color memorized in [One Push Set] ( ) mode becomes the basic white color. Use this mode when [Auto] or other modes cannot set the color properly. Adjusts for the flash conditions.
You cannot select this item when shooting movies.
Flash ( WB ) Incandescent (n)
Adjusts for places where the lighting conditions change quickly such as at a party hall, or under bright lighting such as at photography studios. Adjusts for fluorescent lighting. Adjusts for a cloudy sky.
Fluorescent ( Cloudy ( Daylight ( Auto ) )
Adjusts for outdoors, shooting night scenes, neon signs, fireworks, or sunrise, or conditions before and after sundown. Adjusts the White Balance automatically.
For details on the white balance t page 16 Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select [Fluorescent] ( ). Except in [One Push] ( ), [Flash] ( WB ) modes, [WB] is set to [Auto] when the flash strobes. Some options are not available depending on the Scene mode (page 34).
To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] (
Memorizes the basic white color for the [One Push] ( follows.

) mode

, do as

) mode. After selecting

1 Frame a white object such as a piece of paper filling the screen under the same lighting conditions as you will shoot the subject. 2 Select [One Push Set] ( ) with v. The screen momentarily turns black and the indicator flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, [One Push] ( ) is selected again.

To cancel protection of all images in the folder
Select [All In This Folder] in step 4 of To protect images in index mode, and press z. Select [Off] with B, then press z.
Note that formatting the internal memory or Memory Stick Duo erases all the data stored on the recording media, even if images are protected, and these images cannot be recovered. It may take some time to protect an image.
Adds a (Print order) mark to images you want to print (page 89).

(Print)

See page 86.

(Slide)

Plays back recorded images in order (Slide show).

Interval

3 sec 5 sec 10 sec 30 sec 1 min
Sets the slide show interval.

Repeat On

Plays back images in a continuous loop. After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends.

Image Folder

All Start Cancel
Plays back all images in the selected folder. Plays back all images stored on the Memory Stick Duo. See the following procedure. Cancels the slide show.
1 Select [Interval], [Repeat] and [Image] with v/V/b/B on the control button. 2 Select [Start] with V/B, then press z. The slide show starts. To end the slide show, press z to pause the slide show, select [Exit] with V, then press z.
While pausing a slide show, you can display the previous/next image with b/B. The interval time is just a guideline, so it may vary depending on the image size, etc.

(Resize)

You can change the image size of a recorded image (Resize), and save it as a new file. The original image is retained even after resizing.
7M (DSC-H5 only) 6M (DSC-H2 only) 5M (DSC-H5 only) 3M 2M VGA Cancel
Cancels resizing. The setting size is just a guideline. t step 4 in Read This First
1 Display the image you want to resize. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [ ] (Resize) with b/B on the control button, then press z. 4 Select the desired size with v/V, then press z. The resized image is recorded in the recording folder as the newest file.
For details on [Image Size] t step 4 in Read This First You cannot change the size of movies or Multi Burst images. When you change from a small size to a large size, the image quality deteriorates. You cannot resize the image size to [3:2] or [16:9]. When you resize a [3:2] or [16:9] image, the upper and lower black portions will be displayed on the image.

For a computer without a Memory Stick slot
Follow Stages 1 through 4 on pages 72 to 76 to copy images.
When using Windows 2000/Me, install the supplied software before proceeding. With Windows XP, the installation is unnecessary. The screen displays shown in this section are the examples for copying images from Memory Stick Duo.
Stage 1: Preparing the camera and the computer
When you copy images to your computer using batteries, copying may fail or image data may become corrupted if the batteries shut down too soon.
1 Insert a Memory Stick Duo with
recorded images into the camera.
When copying images in the internal memory, this step is unnecessary.

3 Press

to turn on the camera and the computer.
Stage 2: Connecting the camera and your computer
Stage 3-A: Copying images to a computer
For Windows 2000/Me, follow the procedure explained in Stage 3-B: Copying images to a Computer on page 74. For Windows XP, when the wizard screen does not appear automatically, follow the procedure explained in Stage 3-B: Copying images to a Computer on page 74.

2 To the jack

USB cable 1 To the USB jack
This section describes an example of copying images to a My Documents folder.
1 After making a USB connection in
Stage 2, click [Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard] t [OK] as the wizard screen appears automatically on the desktop.
With Windows XP, the AutoPlay wizard appears on the desktop.
USB Mode Mass Storage appears on the screen of the camera.

USB Mode Mass Storage

Memory Stick Switch on

Access indicators* 2

When a USB connection is established for the first time, your computer automatically runs a program to recognize the camera. Wait for a while.
* During communication, the access indicators turn red. Do not operate the computer until the indicators turn white. If USB Mode Mass Storage does not appear, set [USB Connect] to [Mass Storage] (page 67).
The Scanner and Camera Wizard screen appears.

2 Click [Next].

The images saved on the Memory Stick Duo of the camera appear.
If no Memory Stick Duo is inserted, images in the internal memory appear.
3 Click the check box of unwanted
images to remove the checkmark so they are not copied, then click [Next].
5 Click the radio button next to
[Nothing. I'm finished working with these pictures] to select it, then click [Next].
The Picture Name and Destination screen appears.
The Completing the Scanner and Camera Wizard screen appears.

sss stands for any number within the range from 100 to 999.
1 Right-click the image file, then
click [Rename]. Change the file name to DSC0ssss. Enter a number from 0001 to 9999 for ssss.
If the overwrite confirmation message appears, enter a different number. An extension may be displayed depending on the computer settings. The extension for still images is JPG, and the extension for movies is MPG. Do not change the extension.
Using the Cyber-shot Viewer (supplied)
You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software. This section summarizes the Cyber-shot Viewer and gives basic instructions.

Basic instructions

Follow these steps to import and view images from the camera.

Importing images

Cyber-shot Viewer overview
With the Cyber-shot Viewer you can:
Import images shot with the camera and display them on the monitor. Organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them. Retouch, print, and send still images as e-mail attachments, change the shooting date, and more. For details on the Cyber-shot Viewer, refer to the Help.
1 Make sure Media Check Tool* is

running.

* Media Check Tool is a program that automatically detects and imports images when a Memory Stick is inserted or when the camera is connected.
Look for a (Media Check Tool) icon in the taskbar.
If there is no icon: Click [Start] t [Programs] (in Windows XP, [All Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Cyber-shot Viewer] t [Tools] t [Media Check Tool].
To access the Help, click [Start] t [Programs] (in Windows XP, [All Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Help] t [Cyber-shot Viewer].
2 Connect the camera to your
computer with the USB cable. After the camera is automatically detected, the [Import Images] screen is displayed.
Starting and exiting the Cybershot Viewer
Starting the Cyber-shot Viewer
Double-click the (Cyber-shot Viewer) icon on the desktop. Or, from the Start menu: Click [Start] t [Programs] (in Windows XP, [All Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Cyber-shot Viewer].
Exiting the Cyber-shot Viewer
Click button in the top right corner of the screen.
If you will use the Memory Stick slot, first refer to page 72. In Windows XP, if the AutoPlay Wizard appears, close it.

3 Import the images.

To start importing images, click the [Import] button.
2 Viewing images in Viewed
folders arranged by shooting date on a calendar
1Click the [Calendar] tab. Years when images were shot are listed. 2Click the year. Images shot that year are displayed, arranged on the calendar by shooting date. 3To display images by month, click the desired month. Thumbnails of images shot that month are displayed. 4To display images by time, click the desired date. Thumbnails of images shot that day are displayed, arranged by hour. Year display screen 1 2
By default, images are imported into a folder created in My Pictures that is named with the date of importing.
For instructions on changing the Folder to be imported, refer to page 82.

Viewing images

1 Checking imported images
When importing is complete, the Cyber-shot Viewer starts. Thumbnails of the imported images are displayed.

Month display screen

The My Pictures folder is set as the default folder in Viewed folders. You can double-click a thumbnail to display the image by itself.

Hour display screen

Displaying images in full-screen mode
To display a slide show of current images in full-screen mode, click the button.
To list images from a particular year or month, click that period on the left of the screen.
3 Displaying individual images
On the hour display screen, double-click a thumbnail to display the image by itself in a separate window.
To play or pause the slide show, click the button on the lower left of the screen. To stop the slide show, click the button on the lower left of the screen.
You can edit displayed images by clicking the toolbar button.

Other functions

Preparing images stored on the computer for viewing
To view them, register the folder that contains the images as one of the Viewed folders. From the [File] menu, choose [Register Viewed Folders.] to display the settings screen for Viewed folders registration.
Updating image registration information
To update image information, choose [Update Database] from the [Tools] menu.
Updating the database may take a while. If you rename image files or folders in Viewed folders, they cannot be displayed with this software. In this case, update the database.
Uninstalling the Cyber-shot Viewer
1 Click [Start] t [Settings] t [Control Panel]. Double-click [Add/Remove Programs]. (For Windows XP, click [start] t [Control Panel], then double-click [Add or Remove Programs].) 2 Select [Sony Picture Utility] and click [Change/Remove] (For Windows XP, [Remove] ) to uninstall.
Click the [Add.] button, and then specify the folder with images for importing to register the folder as a Viewed folder.

the printer.

If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not print. Disconnect and connect the USB
cable again. If you still cannot print your images, disconnect the cable, turn the printer off and then on, then connect the cable again. Movies cannot be printed. Images shot using cameras other than this camera or images modified with a computer may not be printed.

Printing is canceled.

You disconnected the USB cable before the
(PictBridge Connecting) mark disappears.
Cannot insert the date or print images in the index mode.
The printer does not provide these functions. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether
the printer provides these functions or not.
The date may not be inserted in the index mode depending on the printer. Consult the printer

manufacturer.

---- -- -- is printed on the date-inserted part of the image.
Images that do not have the recording data cannot be printed with the date inserted. Set [Date]
to [Off] and print the image again (page 87).
Cannot select the print size.
Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer can provide the desired size.
Cannot print the image at the size selected.
If you have changed the paper size after having the USB cable connected, then connect the

printer again.

The print setting of the camera differs from that of the printer. Change the setting of either the
camera (page 87) or the printer.
Cannot operate the camera after canceling printing.
Wait for a while as the printer is carrying out the cancellation. It may take some time
depending on the printer.
Your camera does not work.
Use the type of batteries you can use with this camera (page 110). The battery level is low (The E indicator appears). Charge the batteries (t step 1 in Read

This First).

The power is on, but the camera does not work.
The built-in microcomputer is not working properly. Remove the batteries, and then, after one
minute, insert the batteries and turn on the camera.
Cannot identify an indicator on the screen.

See page 22.

The lens gets fogged.
Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before

not be completed yet. Do not disconnect the USB cable.

Processing

The printer is canceling the current print
Enable printer to connect
[USB Connect] is set to [PictBridge],
job. You cannot print until it is finished. This may take time, depending on the printer.
however the camera is connected to a non-PictBridge compliant device. Check the device. The connection is not established. Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer.
Connect to PictBridge device
You tried to print images before the
printer connection was established. Connect to a PictBridge compliant printer. Troubleshooting

No printable image

You tried to execute [DPOF image]
without placing a DPOF (Print order) mark on the image(s). You tried to execute [All In This Folder] while a folder that holds only movies was selected. You cannot print movies.
Printer busy Paper error No Paper Ink error Low Ink No Ink

Check the printer.

On the Memory Stick
A Memory Stick is a compact, portable IC recording medium. 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 Recording/ Playback
Notes on using a Memory Stick Duo (not supplied)
You cannot record, edit or delete images if you slide the write-protect switch to LOCK with a fine-tipped object.

Terminal

Memory Stick (without MagicGate) Memory Stick (with MagicGate) Memory Stick Duo (without MagicGate) Memory Stick Duo (with MagicGate) MagicGate Memory Stick MagicGate Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo

a a*1*2

Write-protect switch Memo area
Some Memory Stick Duo cards do not have a write-protect switch. On Memory Stick Duo with this switch, the position and shape may vary depending on the Memory Stick Duo.
Do not remove the Memory Stick Duo while reading or writing data. Data may be corrupted in the following cases: When the Memory Stick Duo is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write operation When the Memory Stick Duo is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise We recommend backing up important data. Do not press down hard when you write down on the memo area. Do not attach a label on the Memory Stick Duo itself nor on a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. When you carry or store the Memory Stick Duo, put it in the case supplied with it. Do not touch the terminal section of the Memory Stick Duo with your hand or a metal object. Do not strike, bend or drop the Memory Stick Duo. Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick Duo. Do not expose the Memory Stick Duo to water. Do not leave the Memory Stick Duo within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.