Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W30 User Manual page 16

Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in "Read This First")
The default settings are marked with
Image size
6M (2816×2112)
1)
3:2 (2816×1872)
3M (2048×1536)
2M (1632×1224)
VGA (640×480)
2)
16:9 (1920×1080)
1)
Images are recorded in the same 3:2 aspect ratio as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc.
2)
Both edges of the image may be cut off when printing (page 89).
3)
By using a Memory Stick slot or USB connection, you can enjoy higher quality images.
Movie image size
640(Fine) (640×480)
640(Standard) (640×480)
160 (160×112)
• The larger the image size, the higher the quality is.
• The more frames per second you played back, the smoother playback can be.
Selecting the image quality (compression ratio) in combination (page 36)
You can select the compression ratio when digital images are saved. When you select a high
compression ratio, the image lacks the fineness of detail, but has a smaller file size.
16
Pixel
.
Larger
Smaller
Frame/Second
Approx. 30
Approx. 17
Approx. 8
Many pixels (Fine
image quality and
large file size)
Few pixels (Rough
image quality but
small file size)
Usage guidelines
Up to A4/8×10"print
Match 3:2 Aspect Ratio
Up to 13×18cm/5×7"print
Up to 10×15cm/4×6"print
For E-mail
3)
Display On 16:9 HDTV
Usage guidelines
Display on TV (high quality)
Display on TV (standard)
For E-mail
Example: Printing in
up to A4 size
Example: An attached
image to be sent by e-
mail