Page 1: Digital Camera
Digital Camera EX-Z60/EX-Z60DX User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide. • Keep the User’s 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/.
Page 2: Introduction
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Unpacking (EX-Z60) 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. Camera (EX-Z60) Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-20) CD-ROM Lithium Ion Battery...
Page 3: Unpacking (Ex-Z60Dx)
Unpacking (EX-Z60DX) 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. Camera (EX-Z60) Rechargeable Lithium Ion CD-ROM • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
To delete an image ... 23 GETTING READY About This Manual ... 24 General Guide ... 25 Camera Lithium Ion Battery Charger (EX-Z60) USB Cradle (EX-Z60DX) Monitor Screen Contents ... 29 REC Mode PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Attaching the Strap ...
Page 5 INTRODUCTION BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording an Image ... 58 Aiming the Camera Recording an Image Using the easy Mode Recording Precautions Using Zoom ... 67 Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Using the Flash ... 71 Flash Unit Status Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Using Flash Assist Using the Self-timer ...
Page 6: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Using the Histogram ... 117 REC Mode Camera Settings ... 120 Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] Keys Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off Using Icon Help Specifying Power On Default Settings Specifying ISO Sensitivity Selecting the Metering Mode Using the Filter Function...
Page 7 INTRODUCTION FILE MANAGEMENT Folders ... 163 Memory Folders and Files Protecting Files ... 164 To protect a single file To protect all files in memory Using the FAVORITE Folder ... 165 To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder To display a file in the FAVORITE folder To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder OTHER SETTINGS...
Page 8 INTRODUCTION PRINTING IMAGES DPOF ... 188 To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ... 192 Date Printing PRINT Image Matching III ... 198 Exif Print ... 198 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ...
Page 9 EX-Z60/EX-Z60DX. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or any third party due to the use of Photo Loader and/or Photohands.
Page 10: Features
INTRODUCTION I LCD Panel The LCD panel is a product of the latest LCD manufacturing technology that provides a pixel yield of 99.99%. This means that less than 0.01% of the total pixels are defective (they do not turn on or always remain turned on).
Page 11 • Restoring an Old Photograph (page 107) You can use the procedure in this section to restore an old, faded photograph with the color provided by modern digital camera technology. • Movie recording with audio (page 110) VGA size, 30 fps, Motion JPEG format •...
Page 12 INTRODUCTION • Color Correction (page 139) Simply record the image of an old photograph to restore its colors. • MOTION PRINT (page 146) Capture frames from a movie and create still images that are suitable for printing. • Calendar screen (page 148) A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the camera’s monitor screen.
Page 13: Precautions
• Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized service center. • Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out of the reach of small children.
Page 14 After making sure there is no more smoke coming from the camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized service center for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance. • Never use the AC adaptor to power any other device besides this camera.
Page 15 INTRODUCTION • Never open the battery cover while an image is being recorded. Doing so will not only make storage of the current image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored in file memory. I Test for proper operation before using the camera! Before using the camera to record important images, make sure you first record a number of test images and check the...
Page 16: Data Error Precautions
INTRODUCTION I Data Error Precautions • Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in file memory. — Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the camera onto the USB cradle (EX-Z60DX) while the...
Page 17: Power Supply
INTRODUCTION I Condensation • When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature, there is the possibility that condensation can form on the exterior or on interior components. Condensation can cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
Page 18: Caring For Your Camera
INTRODUCTION I Caring for your camera • Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them off.
Page 19: Quick Start Guide
QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! I EX-Z60 (Bundled with Charger Unit) Charge the rechargeable litium ion battery (NP-20) that comes with the camera (page 35). • It takes about 90 minutes to achieve a full charge.
Page 20 QUICK START GUIDE I EX-Z60DX (Bundled with USB cradle) Load the battery into the camera (page 38). Stopper Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the battery (page 40). • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.
Page 21: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings
QUICK START GUIDE To configure display language and clock settings • Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. See page 56 for details. • If you make a mistake when setting the language or clock with the following procedure, you will need to use the camera’s menu to individually change the language (page 176) or clock (page 172) settings.
Page 22: To Record An Image
QUICK START GUIDE To record an image See page 58 for details. Auto recording icon Focus frame Operation lamp Before using a commercially available memory card, be sure to first format it using the camera’s formatting procedure. For details about formatting a memory card, see page 183.
Page 23: To View A Recorded Image
QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image See page 132 for details. Press [ ] (PLAY). • This enters the PLAY (playback) mode. Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the images. To delete an image 2, 3, 4, 5 Press [ ] (PLAY).
Page 24: Contents
The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. This term as used Means this: in this manual: “camera” The CASIO EX-Z60/EX-Z60DX Digital Camera “file memory” The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 59) “battery”...
Page 25: General Guide
GETTING READY I File Memory The term “file memory” in this manual is a general term that refers to the location where your camera is currently storing the images you record. File memory can be any one of the following three locations. •...
Page 26 GETTING READY I Back Operation lamp Zoom button Strap ring ] (PLAY mode) button ] (REC mode) button [ ][ ][ ][ ] [SET] button [BS] (BEST SHOT) button [MENU] button Monitor Screen I Bottom Memory card slot Stopper Battery cover Battery compartment USB/AV connector Tripod screw hole...
Page 27: Lithium Ion Battery Charger (Ex-Z60)
[CHARGE] lamp Contacts AC jack USB Cradle (EX-Z60DX) Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB cradle lets you perform the following tasks. • Battery charging (page 40) • Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow feature (page 152).
Page 28 GETTING READY I Front Camera connector [USB] lamp [USB] button [PHOTO] button [CHARGE] lamp I Back [DC IN 5.3V] (AC adaptor connector) [AV OUT] (AV output port) ] (USB port)
Page 29: Monitor Screen Contents
GETTING READY Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • Note that the example screens in this chapter are for illustrative purposes only. They do not exactly match the screen contents actually produced on the camera.
Page 30 GETTING READY Metering mode indicator ISO sensitivity (page 125) (page 126) None Multi Aperture value (page 61) Center Weighted Shutter speed value Spot (page 61) • Snapshots: Image size Date and time (page 79) (page 175) • Snapshots: Memory capacity (pages 61, 249) EV value (page 90) •...
Page 31: Play Mode
GETTING READY Digital zoom indicator (page 69) Zoom indicator (page 69) • Left side indicates optical zoom. • Right side indicates digital zoom. PLAY Mode PLAY mode file type Folder name/File name (page 163) Snapshot Example : When a file named Movie CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder Audio Snapshot...
Page 32 (page 43) Histogram (page 117) EV value (page 90) IMPORTANT! • Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different Auto digital camera model. Daylight Cloudy Shade Day White Daylight Tungsten Manual...
Page 33: Changing The Contents Of The Monitor Screen
GETTING READY I PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of [ ] (DISP) changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. I REC Mode Indicators on Histogram/Details on Indicators on Histogram on Indicators off Indicators off...
Page 34: Attaching The Strap
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • Pressing [ ] (DISP) will not change monitor screen contents during standby or recording of an audio snapshot. • You can use [ ] (DISP) to turn off the monitor screen only when voice recording in the REC mode. You cannot turn off the monitor screen for any other recording function.
Page 35: Power Requirements
You need to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time. • EX-Z60 Owners: Read the information starting from this page. EX-Z60DX Owners: Read the information starting from page 40.
Page 36 GETTING READY Plug the battery charger into a household power outlet. • This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red. • Charging will take about 90 minutes. [CHARGE] lamp Battery Charger AC power cord NOTE • The battery charger is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC.
Page 37 GETTING READY The [CHARGE] lamp goes out when charging is complete. After charging is complete, unplug the battery charger from the power outlet, and remove the battery from it. • Always unplug the battery charger from the power outlet and remove the battery whenever you are not charging.
Page 38 GETTING READY I To load the battery Slide the battery cover on the bottom of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open. With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing upwards (in the direction of the monitor screen), hold the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow as you slide the battery into the camera.
Page 39 Check to make sure that the AC power cord is connected securely to the power outlet and battery charger. • If the same symptoms occur again after taking the above steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.
Page 40: Ex-Z60Dx (Bundled With Usb Cradle)
GETTING READY EX-Z60DX (Bundled with USB cradle) I Loading the Rechargeable Battery Use the procedure on page 38 to load a lithium ion battery (NP-20) into the camera. I To charge the battery Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then plug it in to a household power outlet.
Page 41 GETTING READY NOTE • The AC adaptor is designed for operation on power ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area. It is up to you to find out if the shape of the AC adaptor power cord plug is compatible with local power outlets when traveling abroad.
Page 42 GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • Use only the bundled AC adaptor. Never use any other type of AC adaptor. Do not use optionally available AD-C30, AD-C40, AD-C620 and AD-C630 AC adaptors with this camera. • Make sure that the camera connector of the USB cradle is securely inserted into the camera’s connector as far as it will go.
Page 43: Low Battery Indicator
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. Low Battery Indicator The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on the monitor screen changes as battery power is used.
Page 44: To Replace The Battery
GETTING READY I Tips to Make the Battery Last Longer • If you do not need the flash while recording, select (flash off) for the flash mode. See page 71 for more information. • Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features (page 51) to protect against wasting battery power when you forget to turn off the camera.
Page 45: Power Supply Precautions
Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before using the battery for the first time. NOTE • The term “battery” in this manual refers to the CASIO NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. • Use only the battery charger (BC-11L) or the USB cradle (CA-32) that comes with the camera to charge the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery.
Page 46 GETTING READY • Failure to observe any of the following precautions while using the battery creates the risk of overheating, fire, and explosion. — Never try to use the battery to power any device other than this camera. — Never use or leave the battery near open flame. —...
Page 47 G PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • This lithium ion battery is intended for use with a CASIO Digital Camera only. For details about the camera models that this battery can be wed with, see the user documentation that comes with your camera.
Page 48 • Should the cord of the AC adaptor become damaged (exposed internal wiring), contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. A damaged AC adaptor cord creates the risk of fire or electric shock.
Page 49: Turning The Camera On And Off
GETTING READY • 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.
Page 50: To Turn Off The Camera
GETTING READY NOTE • Pressing [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera enters the REC mode, while pressing [ the PLAY mode. • Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about 10 seconds after switching modes.
Page 51: Configuring Power Saving Settings
GETTING READY 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 Auto Power Off : Turns off power if you do not perform any operation for a specified amount of...
Page 52: Using The On-Screen Menus
GETTING READY • 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 — While playing back a voice recording file — While a movie is being recorded —...
Page 53 GETTING READY Press [MENU]. [MENU] [SET ] Settings G Menu Screen Operations Selection cursor (indicates the currently selected item) 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...
Page 54 GETTING READY Press [ ] or [ ] to select the tab you want, and then press [SET] to move the selection cursor from the tab to the settings. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the feature whose setting you want to configure, and then press [ ].
Page 55: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings
GETTING READY 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 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.
Page 56: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings
GETTING READY To configure display language and clock settings Press the power button, [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the language you want, and then press [SET]. : Japanese English : English...
Page 57 GETTING READY Use [ ] and [ ] to select the date format setting you want, and then press [SET]. Example: December 24, 2006 To display the date like this: Select this format: 06/12/24 YY/MM/DD 24/12/06 DD/MM/YY 12/24/06 MM/DD/YY Set the current date and the time.
Page 58: Basic Image Recording
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING BASIC IMAGE RECORDING This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. Recording an Image Aiming the Camera Use both hands to hold the camera still when shooting an image. Holding the camera with one hand increases the chance of movement, which can blur your images.
Page 59: Recording An Image
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • There is a speaker on the bottom of the camera. The operation sound and other sounds can become difficult to hear if you cover the speaker with your hand while holding it. Speaker NOTE • Moving the camera as you press the shutter button or while the Auto Focus operation is being performed (when you press the shutter button half way) can cause blurring of the image.
Page 60 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Press the power button or [ on the camera. Power button • This causes the image and the auto recording icon ) to appear on the monitor screen, and then enters the currently selected recording mode. If the auto recording icon ( ) is not displayed, use the procedure on page 97 to select the “Auto”...
Page 61 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Press the shutter button half way to focus the image. • When you press the shutter button half way, the camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image, and displays the shutter speed value, the aperture value, and the ISO sensitivity.
Page 62 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING *1 The size of the opening (aperture) that allows light passing through the lens to reach the CCD. A larger aperture value indicates a smaller opening for light to pass through. The camera adjusts this setting automatically. *2 The amount of time the shutter remains open, allowing light passing through the lens to reach the CCD.
Page 63: Using The Easy Mode
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the easy Mode The easy mode eliminates troublesome setups. This mode is recommended for those who are new to digital imaging. In the REC mode, press [MENU] . Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “easy Mode”, and then press [ ].
Page 64 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I Using the easy Menu The easy menu contains flash, self-timer, and image size settings, plus an item for exiting the easy mode. • While the camera is in the easy mode, all the other settings (besides Self-timer, Image Size, and easy Mode) on the REC tab menu (page 235) and Quality tab menu (page 236) are fixed at preset optimum values.
Page 65: Recording Precautions
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • The following are the settings you can select for “easy Mode”. To do this: Stay in the easy mode, without switching to another recording type Switch from the easy mode to a standard recording type • On-screen pop-up help text provides a brief explanation of each setting.
Page 66: About Auto Focus
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • When recording a dimly lit subject while “Auto” is selected for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 125), the camera increases sensitivity and uses a faster shutter speed. Because of this, you need to guard against camera movement if you have flash turned off •...
Page 67: Using Zoom
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I 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.
Page 68 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Zoom out Compose the image, and then press the shutter button. NOTE • 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).
Page 69: Digital Zoom
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Digital Zoom Digital zoom digitally enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of digital zoom is 3X to 12X (in combination with optical zoom). IMPORTANT! • When you perform a digital zoom operation, the camera manipulates the image data to enlarge the center of the image.
Page 70 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Release the zoom button momentarily, and then hold down its telephoto ( to move the zoom pointer into the digital zoom range. • The zoom pointer will also stop when you move the pointer back to the switch over point to re-enter the digital zoom range.
Page 71: Using The Flash
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Flash Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. • The approximate effective range of the flash is shown below. Wide Angle Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.1 to 3.7 meters (0.3´ to 12.1´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Telephoto Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.6 to 1.9 meters (2.0´...
Page 72 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 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.
Page 73: Flash Unit Status
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 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 happens because the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye.
Page 74: Changing The Flash Intensity Setting
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity setting. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “Quality” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Flash Intensity”, and then press [ ].
Page 75 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. To do this: Select this setting: Turn on flash assist Auto Turn off flash assist IMPORTANT! • Flash assist may not produce the desired result for some types of subjects.
Page 76: Using The Self-Timer
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • When the flash is turned off ( ), mount the camera on a tripod to record images in an area where available lighting is dim. Recording images under dim lighting without the flash can cause digital noise, which makes images appear coarse.
Page 77 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: Specify a 10-second self-timer Specify a 2-second self-timer Specify Triple Self-timer Disable the self-timer • This causes an indicator identifying the selected self-timer type to appear on the monitor screen. • With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a series of three images in the sequence described...
Page 78 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Self-timer lamp Press the shutter button to record the image. • When you press the shutter button, the self- timer lamp flashes and the shutter releases after the self-timer reaches the end of its countdown (about 10 seconds or two seconds).
Page 79: Specifying Image Size
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying Image Size “Image size” is the size of the image, expressed as the number of vertical and horizontal pixels. A “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up the image. More pixels provide finer detail when an image is printed, but a higher pixel count also causes the image’s file size to be larger.
Page 80: Specifying Image Quality
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • The above print sizes are all approximate values when printing at a resolution of 200 dpi (dots per inch). Use a larger setting when you want to print at a higher resolution or when you plan to produce a larger size print. •...
Page 81 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To get this: Select this setting: High image quality, large file Fine size Normal image quality and Normal normal file size Low image quality, small file Economy size IMPORTANT! • Actual file size depends on the type of image you record.
Page 82: Other Recording Functions
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Focus Mode You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual Focus. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [ ].
Page 83: Using Auto Focus
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Focus As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter button down half way. The following is the Auto Focus range. Range: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) •...
Page 84 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When proper focusing is not possible because the subject is closer than the Auto Focus range, the camera automatically switches to the Macro mode range (page 86). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 67) while recording with Auto Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range.
Page 85: Specifying The Auto Focus Area
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Specifying the Auto Focus Area You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus area used in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode. Note that the configuration of the focus frame changes in accordance with the Auto Focus area you select.
Page 86: Using The Macro Mode
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Macro Mode Use the Macro mode when you need to focus on close up subjects. The following shows the approximate focus range in the Macro mode. Range: 10cm to 50cm (3.9˝ to 19.7˝) • Using optical zoom causes the above range to change. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Page 87: Using Pan Focus
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Pan Focus Pan Focus comes in handy when recording under conditions where Auto Focus is difficult for some reason, or in cases where Auto Focus operation noise is too noticeable in the movie audio. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC”...
Page 88: Using Manual Focus
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Manual Focus With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of an image manually. The following shows focus range in the Manual Focus mode. Optical Zoom Factor Approximate Focus Range 10cm (3.9˝) to infinity (∞) 60cm (23.6˝) to infinity (∞) •...
Page 89: Using Focus Lock
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to record the image. NOTE • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 67) while recording with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. cm - ∞...
Page 90: Exposure Compensation (Ev Shift)
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Keeping the shutter button pressed half way down, re- compose the image as you like. When the image is composed the way you want, press the shutter button the rest of the way to record it. • The focus and image recording operations are identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.
Page 91 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to change the exposure compensation value, and then press [SET]. • Pressing [SET] registers the displayed value. [ ] : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlight subjects.
Page 92: Adjusting White Balance
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Adjusting White Balance The wavelengths of the light produced by various light sources (daylight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a subject when it is recorded. White balance lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types, so the colors of an image appear more natural.
Page 93: Configuring The White Balance Setting Manually
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When “Auto” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and light source conditions can cause problems when the camera tries to determine the white point, which makes proper white balance adjustment impossible.
Page 94 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Manual”. • This causes the object you last used to adjust manual white balance to appear on the monitor screen. If you want to use the same settings you configured during a previous manual white balance setting...
Page 95: Using Continuous Shutter
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Continuous Shutter You can configure the camera to record only a single snapshot each time the shutter button is pressed, or to keep recording as long as the shutter button remains depressed. You can select from among the following three continuous shutter modes.
Page 96: Normal-Speed Continuous Shutter
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Normal-speed continuous shutter Holding down the shutter button continuously records images, as long as there is memory available to store them. Release the shutter button to stop recording. • You can select the flash mode you want with normal- speed continuous shutter (page 71).
Page 97: Using The Best Shot Mode
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the BEST SHOT Mode Simply select one of a collection of built-in sample scenes and the camera sets up for the scene you selected for beautiful snapshots every time. I Example Sample Scene • Portrait • Scenery •...
Page 98 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the sample scene you want, and then press [SET]. • Pressing [MENU] causes the selection boundary to jump to the first sample scene (“Auto”). • Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the selection boundary around the display.
Page 99: Displaying Sample Scenes Individually
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • When recording the image of a night scene, fireworks, or some other image using a slow shutter speed, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent hand movement. NOTE • Operation guidance and the currently selected BEST SHOT scene appear on the display for about two seconds if the camera is in the BEST SHOT mode when you turn it on.
Page 100: Creating Your Own Best Shot Setup
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS . Use [ ] and [ ] to select the sample scene you want, and then press [SET]. • Pressing [MENU] jumps to the first sample scene (“Auto”). . Press the shutter button to record the image. Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an snapshot you recorded as a BEST SHOT scene.
Page 101 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • BEST SHOT user setups are located in the camera’s built-in memory following the built-in sample scenes. • Selecting a user snapshot setup displays the indicator “U” in the upper right corner of the monitor screen, followed by a number (that indicates the setup number).
Page 102: To Delete A Best Shot User Setup
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS To delete a BEST SHOT user setup In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Press the zoom button to switch from the 12- scene screen to the sample scene. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the user setup you want to delete.
Page 103 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Menu Screen 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Anti Shake”, and then press [ ]. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Auto”, and then press [SET].
Page 104: Shooting With High Sensitivity
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Shooting with High Sensitivity Higher sensitivity makes it possible to record brighter images, without using flash, even when there is not enough lighting available to obtain normal exposure. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the “High Sensitivity”...
Page 105: Recording Images Of Business Cards And Documents (Business Shot)
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) Recording a business card, document, whiteboard, or similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image. Business Shot automatically corrects the shape of rectangular objects to make them appear like the camera was positioned directly in front of them.
Page 106: Before Recording With Business Shot
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Before recording with Business Shot • Before recording, compose the image so outline of the item you want to record fits entirely within the monitor screen. • Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out, and that it fills the monitor screen to the maximum extent possible.
Page 107: Restoring An Old Photograph
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the candidate you want to correct. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Correct”, and then press [SET]. • Selecting “Cancel” in place of “Correct” stores the original image as-is, without correcting it.
Page 108: To Restore An Old Photograph
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When the camera is at an angle to the old photograph, one side of the recorded image may appear longer than the side opposite from it. This is called “keystoning,” which is caused by the difference in distance from the camera lens to each side of the photograph.
Page 109 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the contour candidate you want to correct. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Trim”, and then press [SET]. • This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor screen. •...
Page 110: Recording A Movie
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Digital zoom is disabled while recording an old photograph. However, you can use optical zoom. • The camera will not be able to recognize an old photograph in the following cases. — When part of the photograph extends outside of the monitor screen —...
Page 111: Specifying Movie Image Quality
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Movie Image Quality The image quality setting determines how much the camera compresses movie images before storing them. Image quality is expressed as image size in pixels. A “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up an image. More pixels (a larger image size) provide finer detail and higher image quality when a movie is played back.
Page 112: Recording A Movie
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording a Movie In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “ scene, and then press [SET]. • Selecting the “ ” (movie) scene causes “ appear on the monitor screen. Point the camera at Remaining recording time the subject and then...
Page 113: Movie Recording Precautions
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Movie Recording Precautions • This camera also records audio. Note the following points when recording a movie. — Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. — Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject.
Page 114: Recording Audio
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording Audio Adding Audio to a Snapshot You can add audio to a snapshot after you record it. • Image Format: JPEG JPEG is an image format that provides efficient data compression. The file extension of a JPEG file is “.JPG”. •...
Page 115: Recording Your Voice
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to start audio recording. • The operation lamp will flash green while recording is in progress. Recording stops after about 30 seconds or when you press the shutter button. IMPORTANT! • Audio snapshot recording is not supported (audio cannot be recorded) for the following types of recording: “X3”...
Page 116 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ], [ ], [ ] and Recording time [ ] to select the “Voice Recording” scene, and then press [SET]. • Selecting the “Voice Recording” scene causes “...
Page 117: Using The Histogram
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Audio Recording Precautions • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject. • Pressing the power button or pressing [ recording and stores any audio recorded up to that point.
Page 118 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • An RGB histogram that shows the distribution of R (red), G (green), and B (blue) components is also displayed. This histogram can be used to determine whether there is too much or too little of each of the color components in an image.
Page 119 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • A centered histogram indicates that there is good distribution of light pixels and dark pixels. This type of histogram results when the overall image is at optimal lightness. IMPORTANT! • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only.
Page 120: Rec Mode Camera Settings
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS REC Mode Camera Settings The following are the settings you can configure before recording an image using the REC mode. • L/R key setting (key customization) • Grid on/off • Image Review on/off • Icon Help on/off •...
Page 121: Turning The On-Screen Grid On And Off
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • While recording a snapshot or movie, you can use [ ] and [ ] to set the functions assigned to them. However, you cannot change the ISO sensitivity setting during movie recording. The only setting you can change while movie recording is in progress is EV shift.
Page 122: Turning Image Review On And Off
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turning Image Review On and Off Image review displays the images you record on the monitor screen as soon as you record them. Use the following procedure to turn image review on and off. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC”...
Page 123: Specifying Power On Default Settings
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. To do this: Display guidance text when you select an icon on the monitor screen. Turn off Icon Help IMPORTANT! • The icons listed below do not appear on the display while Icon Help is turned off.
Page 124 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Function BEST SHOT* Flash Focus White Balance AF Area Setting when Metering camera is turned off Self-timer Flash Intensity Digital Zoom Last Auto Focus position that was in MF Position effect before you switched to manual focus Zoom Position* *1 Specifies whether startup is performed with BEST SHOT scene selection as-is.
Page 125: Specifying Iso Sensitivity
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Note that BEST SHOT mode settings take priority over mode memory settings. If you turn the camera off while in the BEST SHOT mode, all settings except for “Zoom Position” will be configured according to the BEST SHOT sample scene when you turn it back on again, regardless of mode memory on/off settings.
Page 126: Selecting The Metering Mode
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Under certain conditions, a high shutter speed in combination with a high ISO sensitivity setting can cause digital noise (graininess), which makes an image appear rough. For clean, good-quality images, use the lowest ISO sensitivity setting possible. •...
Page 127 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Multi (Multi pattern) Multi (Multi pattern) metering divides the image into sections and measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading. The camera automatically determines shooting conditions according to the measured lighting pattern, and makes exposure settings accordingly.
Page 128: Using The Filter Function
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Filter Function The camera’s filter function lets you alter the tint of an image when you record it. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Filter”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
Page 129: Specifying Color Saturation
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Color Saturation Use the following procedure to control the intensity of the image you are recording. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Saturation”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
Page 130: Date Stamping Snapshots
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Date Stamping Snapshots You can have the snapshot’s recording date only, or date and time stamped in the lower right corner of the image. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Timestamp”, and then press [ ].
Page 131: Resetting The Camera
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Resetting the Camera Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera’s settings to their initial defaults as shown under “Menu Reference” on page 235. Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Reset”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Reset”, and then press [SET].
Page 132: Playback
The actual display image appears a short while after the preview image. This does not apply to images copied from another digital camera. Image quality Image size Date and time...
Page 133: Playing An Audio Snapshot
PLAYBACK Playing an Audio Snapshot Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot (indicated by ) and play its audio. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] until the image you want is displayed. Press [SET]. •...
Page 134: Zooming The Display Image
PLAYBACK Zooming the Display Image Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal size. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want. Press the zoom button ( ) to enlarge...
Page 135: Resizing An Image
PLAYBACK Resizing an Image You can resize a recorded image to one of three sizes. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Resize”, and then press [ ]. • Note that this operation is possible only when a snapshot image is on the monitor screen.
Page 136: Cropping An Image
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Resizing an image creates a new file that contains the image in the size you select. The file with the original image also remains in memory. • Note that you cannot resize the following types of images. —...
Page 137 PLAYBACK Use the zoom button to zoom the image. • The part of the image displayed on the monitor screen is the cropped part. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to to scroll the part to be cropped up, down, left, and right. Press [SET] to extract the part of the image enclosed in the cropping boundary.
Page 138: Keystone Correction
PLAYBACK Keystone Correction Use the following procedure to correct the snapshot of a blackboard, document, poster, photograph, or other rectangular object that is out of square because it was recorded at an angle. • Performing keystone correction on an image causes a new (corrected) version (1600 ×...
Page 139: Using Color Restoration To Correct The Color Of An Old Photograph
Color of an Old Photograph Color restoration let you correct the old color of a photograph shot with a digital camera. This function is useful for correcting existing old photographs, posters, etc. • Performing color restoration on an image causes a new (restored) version (1600 ×...
Page 140 PLAYBACK Use the zoom button to make the cropping boundary larger or smaller. • Resize the cropping boundary as required to crop the area you want. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the cropping boundary to the location you want, and then press [SET].
Page 141: Playing And Editing A Movie
PLAYBACK Playing and Editing a Movie Playing a Movie Use the following procedure to play a movie you recorded with this camera. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through movies on the monitor screen and display the one you want.
Page 142: Editing A Movie
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • You can adjust the volume level of movie audio during movie playback only. • You can zoom a movie up to 3.5 times normal size. • Playback may not be possible for movies not recorded with this camera. Editing a Movie Use the procedure in this section to edit and delete movies.
Page 143 PLAYBACK I To cut everything before or after a specific frame While the movie you are editing is playing, press [SET]. • This will pause movie playback. Press [ ]. • You can also display the same screen while in the PLAY mode, by pressing [MENU], selecting the “PLAY”...
Page 144 PLAYBACK When the frame you want is displayed, press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes,” and then press [SET]. • The message “Busy... Please wait...” will remain on the display as the cut operation is performed. Cutting is complete when the message disappears.
Page 145 PLAYBACK Display the starting frame where you want the first cut to be located. To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse Press [ ] or [ ]. playback Pause or unpause movie Press [SET]. playback Scroll paused playback one Press [ ] or [ ].
Page 146: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie (Motion Print)
PLAYBACK Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) The MOTION PRINT feature lets you capture a frame from an existing movie and create a still image that is suitable for printing. There are two layouts you can use when capturing an image, and the layout you select determines the final image size.
Page 147: Displaying The 9-Image View
PLAYBACK Use [ ] and [ ] to display the frame that you want to use as the main image. • Holding down either button scrolls at high speed. After selecting the frame you want, press [SET]. • This displays the resulting still image.
Page 148: Displaying The Calendar Screen
PLAYBACK Selection boundary Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the selection boundary to the image you want. Pressing [ ] while the selection boundary is in the right column or [ ] while it is in the left column scrolls to the next full screen of nine images.
Page 149: Playing A Slideshow
PLAYBACK • The file displayed on the calendar for each date is the first file that was recorded on that date. • To exit the calendar screen, press [MENU] or [BS]. • On the calendar screen, indicates a voice recording file (page 156). •...
Page 150 PLAYBACK Use the screen that appears to configure the image, time, interval, and effect settings. • All Images Displays all images in camera memory. • OnIy This icon appears only in the case of snapshots and audio snapshots. Images • OnIy This icon appears only in the case of movies.
Page 151 “Images” setting is “Favorites” or “ Only”, or when the slideshow “Interval” setting is “MAX”, “1 sec”, or “2 sec”. • Images copied from another digital camera or a computer may take longer time to appear than the slideshow interval time you specify.
Page 152: Using The Photo Stand Feature (Ex-Z60Dx)
PLAYBACK Using the Photo Stand Feature (EX-Z60DX) The “Photo Stand” feature lets you specify what should appear on the camera’s monitor screen while the camera is on its USB cradle. You can play a Photo Stand slideshow without worrying about remaining battery power, or you can specify display of a particular image.
Page 153: Rotating The Display Image
PLAYBACK Rotating the Display Image Use the following procedure to rotate the image 90 degrees and register the rotation information along with the image. After you do this, the image is always displayed in its rotated orientation. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY”...
Page 154: Adding Audio To A Snapshot
• You may not be able to rotate a digital image that was recorded with another type of digital camera. • You cannot rotate the following types of images. — Movie images and the voice recording file icon —...
Page 155: To Re-Record Audio
PLAYBACK In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through snapshots until the one to which you want to add audio is displayed. Press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Dubbing”, and then press [ ]. Press the shutter button to start audio recording.
Page 156: Playing Back A Voice Recording File
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject. • The (Audio) icon appears on the monitor screen after audio recording is complete.
Page 157: Displaying Camera Images On A Tv Screen
(page 116). Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen EX-Z60: You can display recorded images on a TV screen and even use a TV screen to compose images before you record them. EX-Z60DX: You can display recorded images on a TV screen.
Page 158 PLAYBACK G EX-Z60 1 Connect one end of the AV cable that comes with the camera to the camera’s USB/AV connector, and the other end to the video input terminal of the TV. AV cable Video input terminal Yellow White...
Page 159 PLAYBACK Turn on the TV and select its video input mode. Perform either of the following operations. • EX-Z60: Press [ ] to turn on the camera, and then perform the required operation for playback. • EX-Z60DX: Press [ ] or [...
Page 160: Selecting The Video Output System
PLAYBACK NOTE • You can connect the camera to a DVD recorder or video deck to record images from the camera. Simply connect the AV cable that comes with the camera to the video input and audio input jacks of your DVD recorder or video deck instead of to your —...
Page 161: Deleting Files
DELETING FILES DELETING FILES You can delete a single file, or you can delete all files currently in memory. IMPORTANT! • Note that file deletion cannot be undone. Once you delete a file, it is gone. Make sure you really do not need a file anymore before you delete it.
Page 162: Deleting All Files
DELETING FILES Deleting All Files In the PLAY mode, press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files Delete”, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes”. • To exit the file delete operation without deleting anything, select “No”.
Page 163: File Management
FILE MANAGEMENT FILE MANAGEMENT The file management capabilities of the camera make it easy to keep track of images. You can protect files against deletion and store the files you want in the camera’s built-in memory. Folders Your camera automatically creates folders in its built-in memory or on the memory card.
Page 164: Protecting Files
FILE MANAGEMENT Protecting Files Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 161). You can protect files individually or you can protect all files in memory with a single operation. IMPORTANT! • Even if a file is protected, it still will be deleted by a memory card format operation (page 183) or a built- in memory format operation (page 179).
Page 165: To Protect All Files In Memory
FILE MANAGEMENT To protect all files in memory In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Protect”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files : On”, and then press [SET]. •...
Page 166 FILE MANAGEMENT Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Save”, and then press [SET]. • This displays the names of the files in built-in memory or on the loaded memory card. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to copy to the FAVORITE folder.
Page 167: To Display A File In The Favorite Folder
FILE MANAGEMENT To display a file in the FAVORITE folder In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Show”, and then press [SET]. •...
Page 168: To Delete A File From The Favorite Folder
FILE MANAGEMENT To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Show”, and then press [SET]. Press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to delete from the FAVORITE folder.
Page 169: Other Settings
OTHER SETTINGS OTHER SETTINGS Configuring Sound Settings You can configure different sounds to play whenever you turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or all the way, or perform a key operation. To configure sound settings Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up”...
Page 170: To Set The Audio Volume Level For Movie And Audio Snapshot Playback
OTHER SETTINGS To set the audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “ Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the playback volume setting you want, and then press [SET].
Page 171: Specifying The File Name Serial Number Generation Method
OTHER SETTINGS IMPORTANT! • You can select any one of the following types of image as the startup image. — The camera’s built-in image — A snapshot — The image only of an audio snapshot • Only one image can be stored in startup image memory at one time.
Page 172: To Select Your Home Time Zone
OTHER SETTINGS Setting the Clock Use the procedures in this section to select a Home Time Zone, and to change its date and time settings. If you want to change the time and date setting only without changing the Home Time Zone, perform the procedure under “To set the current time and date”...
Page 173: To Set The Current Time And Date
OTHER SETTINGS To set the current time and date Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust”, and then press [ ]. Set the current date and the time. To do this: Do this: Change the setting at the current Press [ ] or [ ].
Page 174: Using World Time
OTHER SETTINGS Using World Time You can use the World Time screen to select a time zone and instantly change the time setting of the camera’s clock when you go on a trip, etc. World Time lets you select one of 162 cities in 32 time zones.
Page 175: Editing The Date And Time Of An Image
OTHER SETTINGS Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the city you want, and then press [SET]. When the setting is the way you want, press [SET] to apply it and exit the setting screen.
Page 176: Changing The Display Language
OTHER SETTINGS To do this: Do this: Change the value at the cursor Press [ ] or [ ]. location Move the cursor between settings Press [ ] or [ ]. Toggle between 12-hour and 24- Press [BS]. hour timekeeping When all the settings are the way you want, press [SET] to apply them.
Page 177: Changing The Usb Port Protocol
OTHER SETTINGS Changing the USB Port Protocol You can use the procedure below to change the communication protocol of the camera’s USB port when connecting to a computer, printer, or other external device. Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are connecting.
Page 178: Configuring [ ] (Rec) And [ ] (Play)
OTHER SETTINGS Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ Power On/Off Functions You can use the following procedures to configure [ (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) so power turns on and/or off whenever they are pressed. Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “REC/PLAY”, and then press [ ].
Page 179: Formatting Built-In Memory
OTHER SETTINGS Formatting Built-in Memory Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it. IMPORTANT! • Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot be recovered. Check to make sure you do not need any of the data in memory before you format it. •...
Page 180: Using A Memory Card
USING A MEMORY CARD USING A MEMORY CARD You can expand the storage capabilities of your camera by using a commercially available memory card (SD memory card or MultiMediaCard). You can also copy files from built-in memory to a memory card and from a built-in memory card to built-in memory.
Page 181: Using A Memory Card
USING A MEMORY CARD Using a Memory Card IMPORTANT! • Make sure you turn off the camera before inserting or removing a memory card. • Be sure to orient the card correctly when inserting it. Never try to force a memory card into the slot when you feel resistance.
Page 182: To Replace The Memory Card
• Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Never remove a card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause the file save operation to fail, and even damage the memory card.
Page 183: Formatting A Memory Card
USING A MEMORY CARD Formatting a Memory Card Formatting a memory card deletes any data already stored on it. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to use the camera to format a memory card. Formatting a memory card on a computer and then using it in the camera can slow down data processing by the camera.
Page 184: Copying Files
USING A MEMORY CARD I Memory Card Precautions • If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can restore normal operation by reformatting it. However, we recommend that you always take along more than one memory card whenever using the camera far away from the home or office.
Page 185: To Copy All The Files In Built-In Memory To A Memory Card
USING A MEMORY CARD To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card Load the memory card into the camera. Turn on the camera. Next, enter the PLAY mode and press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Copy”, and then press [ ].
Page 186: To Copy A Specific File From A Memory Card To Built-In Memory
USING A MEMORY CARD To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in memory Perform steps 1 through 3 of the procedure under “To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card”. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Card and then press [SET].
Page 187: Printing Images
PRINTING IMAGES PRINTING IMAGES A digital camera provides you with a variety of different ways to print the images it records. The three main printing methods are described below. Use the method that best suits your needs. I Professional Print Service The camera’s DPOF feature lets you specify which images...
Page 188: Dpof
The letters “DPOF” stand for “Digital Print Order Format”, which is a format for recording on a memory card or other medium which digital camera images should be printed and how many copies of the image should be printed. Then you can print on a...
Page 189: To Configure Print Settings For A Single Image
PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for a single image In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Select images”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want.
Page 190: To Configure Print Settings For All Images
PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for all images In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All images”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the number of copies.
Page 191 PRINTING IMAGES IMPORTANT! • DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if you perform another printing operation without clearing DPOF settings, printing will be performed in accordance with the last settings you configured. If you want to prevent this from happening, perform the procedure under “To configure print settings for all images”...
Page 192: Using Pictbridge Or Usb Direct-Print
PRINTING IMAGES Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support (page 188) also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed.
Page 193: Connecting The Camera To Your Printer
PRINTING IMAGES I Connecting the Camera to Your Printer EX-Z60 Owners: Read the information below. EX-Z60DX Owners: Read the information starting from page 194. G EX-Z60 Check the battery level indicator to make sure that the battery is fully charged, and then press the power button to turn off the camera.
Page 194 PRINTING IMAGES G EX-Z60DX Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and a printer. Connector A USB port USB cable (bundled) • Also, connect the AC adaptor to the USB cradle and plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet. •...
Page 195 Load paper for printing the images into the printer. Depending on your camera model, perform either of the following operations. • EX-Z60: Turn on the camera. • EX-Z60DX: Press the cradle’s [USB] button. • This displays the print menu on the camera’s monitor screen.
Page 196 Perform either of the following operations after printing is complete. • EX-Z60: Turn off the camera and then disconnect the USB cable from the camera. • EX-Z60DX: Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button and then turn off the camera.
Page 197: Date Printing
PRINTING IMAGES Date Printing Any one of the procedures described below can be used to include the recording date in image prints. Correct date printing requires that the current date be set on the camera before the image is recorded. •...
Page 198: Print Image Matching Iii
PRINTING IMAGES PRINT Image Matching III Images include PRINT Image Matching data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them.
Page 199: Viewing Images On A Computer
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After establishing a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to view images in file memory and copy images to your computer’s hard disk or other storage media. In order to do this, you first need to install the USB driver located on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera onto your computer.
Page 200 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! • EX-Z60: If battery goes low during printing, printing may stop and the camera may shut down. • EX-Z60DX: If battery goes low during printing when you are not using the AC adaptor to power the camera, printing may stop and the camera may shut down.
Page 201 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER What you should do first depends on whether your computer is running under Windows XP, 2000, Me, 98SE, or 98. Windows 98SE/98 Users • Start from step 2 to install the USB driver. • Note that the example installation presented here uses Windows 98.
Page 202 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I Establish a connection between the camera and computer EX-Z60 Owners: Read the information below. EX-Z60DX Owners: Read the information starting from page 203. G EX-Z60 Make sure the camera’s battery is fully charged. Turn on the camera, and then press [MENU].
Page 203 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Turn on the camera. • This will cause your computer to create a hardware profile for camera’s built-in memory or the memory card loaded in the camera. You do not need to install the USB driver every time. After you install it once, your computer will recognize the camera’s built-in memory or its memory card when you establish a USB connection between the camera and your...
Page 204 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and your computer’s USB port. [DC IN 5.3V] • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the USB cradle or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning.
Page 205 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Press the camera’s power button to turn it on, and then press its [MENU] button. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET].
Page 206 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I View and copy the images you want On your computer, double-click “My Computer”. • If you are running Windows XP, click [Start] and then [My Computer]. Double-click “Removable Disk”. • Your computer sees the camera’s file memory as a removable disk.
Page 207 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Depending on your operating system, perform one of the following procedures to save the files, if you want. Windows 2000, Me, 98SE, 98 1. In the camera’s file memory (Removable Disk), right- click the “DCIM” folder. 2.
Page 208 Depending on the version of Windows you are running, use one of the following procedures to terminate the USB connection. • EX-Z60 Windows XP/98SE/98 Users Press the camera’s power button. After making sure that the camera’s operation lamp is not lit green, disconnect the camera from the computer.
Page 209: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I USB Connection Precautions • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “burn in” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera operation or USB cradle operation (EX-Z60DX) while data communication is in progress.
Page 210 Macintosh. I Establish a connection between the camera and your Macintosh EX-Z60 Owners: Read the information below. EX-Z60DX Owners: Read the information starting from page 212. G EX-Z60 Make sure the camera’s battery is fully...
Page 211 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Turn off the camera, and connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the camera’s USB/AV connector and your computer’s USB port. USB port USB cable Connector A Make sure that the side of the connector that is marked with an arrow ( ) is facing in the same direction as the front (lens side) of the camera.
Page 212 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER G EX-Z60DX Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then plug it in to a household power outlet. • If you are using battery power without the AC adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
Page 213 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and your computer’s USB port. USB cable (bundled) USB port Connector A • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the USB cradle or your computer.
Page 214 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. • Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode, which causes the USB cradle’s [USB] lamp to light green (page 240). • Your Macintosh will see the camera’s file memory as a drive.
Page 215: Usb Connection Precautions
Perform either of the following operations to terminate the USB connection. • EX-Z60: On your Macintosh screen, drag the camera drive to the trash can. Next, disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then turn off the camera.
Page 216: Using A Memory Card To Transfer Images To A Computer
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer The procedures in this section describe how to transfer images from the camera to your computer using a memory card. Using a Computer with a Built-in SD Memory Card Slot Insert the SD memory card directly into the slot.
Page 217: Memory Data
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Memory Data Images recorded with this camera and other data are stored in memory using DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) protocol. DCF protocol is designed to make it easier to exchange image and other data between digital cameras and other devices.
Page 218 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I Folder and File Contents • DCIM folder Folder that stores all of the digital camera files • Storage folder Folder for storing files created by the digital camera • Image file File that contains an image recorded with the digital camera (File Name Extension: JPG) •...
Page 219: Image Files Supported By The Camera
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Image Files Supported by the Camera • Image files recorded with this camera • DCF protocol image files Certain DCF functions may not be supported. When displaying an image recorded on another camera model, it may take a long time for the image to appear on the display.
Page 220: Using The Camera With A Computer
Macintosh (see page 230). Using the Camera with a Windows Computer Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer. Install the applications you need on your computer. Selecting the Software You Need Install the software on your computer that allows you to perform the type of operations you want.
Page 221 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Purpose Software Name Snapshot retouching, Photohands 1.0 reorientation, printing Movie playback * DirectX 9.0c Viewing of user Adobe Reader 6.0 documentation (PDF) files – Supported Windows Versions XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Install Photohands 1.0 (page 226). XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Windows Media Player is not included on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera, but it is included with Windows.
Page 222: Computer System Requirements
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application.
Page 223: Managing Images On A Pc
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Adobe Reader 6.0 OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE CPU: Pentium Memory: 32MB HD: 60MB Other: Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher IMPORTANT! • For details about Windows minimum system requirements, see the “Read me” file on the CD- ROM that comes bundled with the camera.
Page 224: Getting Started
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Getting Started Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CD- ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. • The menu application may not start up automatically on some computers.
Page 225 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Installing Photo Loader Click the “Install” button for “Photo Loader”. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to follow the instructions carefully and completely. If you make a mistake when installing Photo Loader, you may not be able to browse your existing library information and HTML files that are created automatically by Photo Loader.
Page 226: Retouching, Reorienting, And Printing A Snapshot
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Click [Exit] to exit DirectX Diagnostic Tool. • If your PC already has DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, you do not need to install DirectX 9.0c from the bundled CD-ROM. • If your PC does not have DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, install DirectX 9.0c from the bundled CD- ROM.
Page 227 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Getting Started Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CD- ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. • The menu application may not start up automatically on some computers.
Page 228: Playing A Movie
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Playing a Movie Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. I Movie Playback Precautions • Be sure to move the movie data to the hard disk of your PC before trying to play it.
Page 229: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) In the “Manual” area, click the name of the manual you want to read. IMPORTANT! • You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file.
Page 230: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer. Install the applications you need on your computer. Selecting the Software You Need Install the software on your Macintosh that allows you to perform the type of operations you want.
Page 231: Computer System Requirements
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application.
Page 232: Managing Images On A Macintosh
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Managing Images on a Macintosh I To manage images on a Macintosh running OS 9 Install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Photo Loader”.
Page 233: Playing A Movie
Acrobat Reader. I To view the camera user’s guide On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. Open the “Digital Camera” folder, and then open the folder for the language whose user’s guide you want to view. Open the file named “camera_xx.pdf”.
Page 234: To Register As A Camera User
I To view the Photo Loader user’s guide On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. Open the “Photo Loader” folder and then open the “English” folder. Open “PhotoLoader_english”. To register as a camera user Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CASIO website to register: http://world.casio.com/qv/register/...
Page 235: Appendix
APPENDIX APPENDIX Menu Reference The following shows lists of menus that appear in the REC mode and the PLAY mode, and their settings. • The settings that are underlined in the following table are initial defaults. I REC Mode G REC Tab Menu Focus (Auto Focus) / (Pan Focus) /...
Page 236 APPENDIX G Quality Tab Menu 6M (2816 × 2112) / Size 6M (3:2) (2816 × 1872 (3:2)) / 4M (2304 × 1728) / 3M (2048 × 1536) / 2M (1600 × 1200) / VGA (640 × 480) Quality Fine / Normal / Economy (Snapshots) Quality HQ / Normal / LP...
Page 237 APPENDIX I PLAY Mode G PLAY Tab Menu Slideshow Start / Images / Time / Interval / Effect / Cancel Calendar – MOTION PRINT 9 frames / 1 frame / Cancel Movie Editing Cut (Before) / (Between) / Keystone – Color Correction –...
Page 238: Indicator Lamp Reference
APPENDIX Indicator Lamp Reference The camera has two indicator lamps: an operation lamp and an self-timer lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. Operation lamp Self-timer lamp * There are three lamp flash patterns. Pattern 1 flashes once per second, Pattern 2 flashes twice per second, and Pattern 3 flashes four times per second.
Page 239 APPENDIX Self-timer Operation Lamp lamp Green Amber Memory card problem / Memory card is unformatted. / Pattern 2 BEST SHOT setup cannot be registered. Memory card is locked. / Cannot create folder. / Memory is full. / Write error Pattern 3 Low battery alert Pattern 3 Formatting card...
Page 240 APPENDIX I Battery Charger Lamp Reference (EX-Z60) The lithium ion battery charger has a [CHARGE] lamp that lights or flashes in accordance with the battery charger operation that is being performed. [CHARGE] lamp [CHARGE] lamp Meaning Lit Red Charging Flashing Red...
Page 241: Troubleshooting Guide
APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Power does not turn on. 1) The battery is not oriented correctly. 2) The battery is dead. Camera suddenly powers 1) Auto Power Off activated (page 51). down. 2) The battery is dead. Image is not recorded 1) The camera is in the PLAY mode.
Page 242 APPENDIX Symptom Auto Focus does not focus 1) The lens is dirty. properly. 2) The subject is not located in the center of the focus frame when you compose the image. 3) The subject you are shooting is a type that is not compatible with Auto Focus operation (page 66).
Page 243 APPENDIX Symptom Camera powers down The battery is dead. during self-timer countdown. Monitor screen image is 1) You are using the Manual Focus mode and out of focus. have not focused the image. 2) You are trying to use the Macro mode ( when shooting a scenery or portrait shot.
Page 244 APPENDIX Symptom Vertical lines on the Recording a very brightly lit subject can cause a monitor screen. vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. Out of focus images. The subject is outside the shooting range of the camera. Digital noise in images.
Page 245 APPENDIX Symptom All buttons and switches Circuit problem caused by electrostatic charge, are disabled. impact, etc. while the camera was connected to another device. Monitor screen is off. USB communication is in progress. Cannot transfer files over a 1) USB cable is not connected securely. USB connection.
Page 246: If You Have Problems Installing The Usb Driver
Windows 98SE/98 before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM, or if you have another type of driver installed. This will make it impossible for the computer to recognize the digital camera when it is connected. If this happens, you will need to re-install the camera’s USB driver.
Page 247: Display Messages
If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO service center. Load paper! The camera is in the Printer mode, and the printer is out of paper.
Page 248 SYSTEM ERROR Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a CASIO service center. The card is locked. The LOCK switch of the SD memory card is locked. You cannot store images to or delete images from a memory card that is locked.
Page 249: Specifications
APPENDIX Specifications Product ... Digital Camera Model ... EX-Z60/EX-Z60DX I Camera Functions Image Files Format Snapshots ... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies ... AVI (Motion JPEG) Audio ... WAV Recording Media ... 8.3MB built-in memory...
Page 250 • Movies Image Maximum Approximate Approximate Size Recording Data Rate Recording (Pixels) Time Per (Frame Rate) Time for Built- File in Memory 10 minutes 10.2 megabits 6 seconds 640 × 480 per second (30 frames / second) Normal 10 minutes 6.1 megabits 11 seconds 640 ×...
Page 251 APPENDIX Exposure Control Light Metering ... Multi-pattern, center-weighted, spot by Exposure ... Program AE Exposure Compensation ... –2EV to +2EV (1/3EV units) Shutter ... CCD electronic shutter; mechanical shutter Snapshot mode (Auto): 1/2 to 1/2000 second • Shutter speed is different for the following BEST SHOT scenes.
Page 252 APPENDIX Viewfinder ... Monitor screen Timekeeping Functions ... Built-in digital quartz clock Date and Time ... Recorded with image data Auto Calendar ... To 2049 World Time ... City; Date; Time; Summer time; 162 cities in 32 time zones Input/Output Terminals ... USB/AV connector USB ...
Page 253 (excluding projections; 16.2mm (0.64˝) at thinnest part) Weight ... Approximately 118 g (4.2 oz) (excluding battery and accessories) Bundled Accessories ... • EX-Z60 Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP- 20); Lithium ion battery charger (BC- 11L); AC power cord; USB cable; AV Cable;...
Page 254 Dimensions ... 33(W) × 50(H) × 4.7(D) mm (1.3˝(W) × 2.0˝(H) × 0.19˝(D)) Weight ... Approximately 16 g (0.56 oz) EX-Z60 I Lithium Ion Battery Charger (BC-11L) Power Requirement ... 100 to 240V AC, 80mA, 50/60Hz Output ... 4.2V DC, 600mA Charging Temperature ...
Page 255 APPENDIX EX-Z60DX I USB Cradle (CA-32) Input/Output Terminals ... Camera connector; USB port; AC adaptor terminal (DC IN 5.3V) / AV output port (Special mini port, NTSC / PAL) Power Consumption ... 5.3V DC Approximately 3.2W Dimensions ... 111(W) × 17(H) × 57(D) mm (4.4˝(W) ×...
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Quick Start Guide

Contents

Getting Ready

Basic Image Recording

Other Recording Functions

Introduction

Playback

Deleting Files

File Management

Other Settings

180 Using a Memory Card

Printing Images

Viewing Images on a Computer

220 Using the Camera with a Computer

Appendix

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