Page 1 Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Page 2 Regarding Product Registration In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to the PC Connection Manual (bottom right of the front side) for more information.
Page 3: Using Your Camera Safely
• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.
Page 4 Caution • Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI78. The battery could explode or catch fire. • Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns. •...
Page 5 Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical shock. • If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical shock.
Page 6: Care To Be Taken During Handling
If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked. • The temperature range in which the camera can be used is -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F).
Page 7 • Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.33) regarding the SD Memory Card. • Please note that commercially available recovery software may be able to read the data on an SD Memory Card even if the format or delete function of a camera or computer was used to delete the data.
Page 8 The camera waterproof function may be compromised by loose packing or cracks or dents in the packing or packing contact surface. If there is any such damage, contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. • To maintain the waterproof performance of the camera, you are recommended to change the waterproof packing once a year.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Contents USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY...1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...4 Contents ...7 Composition of the Operating Manual ... 13 Camera Features... 14 Checking the Contents of the Package ... 18 Names of Parts... 19 Names of Operating Parts ... 20 Monitor Indications ...
Page 10 Setting the Face Recognition function... 59 Setting Blink Detection ... 61 Using the Playback Function ... 62 Taking Pictures Taking Pictures ... 64 Taking Pictures Automatically (Auto Picture Mode) ... 64 Setting The Functions (Program Mode) ... 65 Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)...66 Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene/Digital SR (Blur Reduction)/Fireworks Mode)...
Page 11 Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)... 125 Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)... 126 Setting the Date Imprint Function ...127 Saving the Settings (Memory) ... 128 Recording Movies ... 130 Recording a Movie...130 Selecting the Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate for Movies ...133 Recording Movies in Black and White or Sepia Tones (Color Mode)...
Page 12 Adding a Frame (Frame Composite) ... 173 Editing Movies ... 175 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)... 177 Printing Single Images...177 Printing All Images...179 Printing Using PictBridge ...180 Connecting the Camera to the Printer ... 180 Printing Single Images...181 Printing All Images...183 Printing Using the DPOF Settings ...
Page 13 Optional Accessories ... 222 Messages...223 Troubleshooting... 226 Main Specifications ...228 WARRANTY POLICY... 232 Index... 237...
Page 14 In this manual, the method for operating the four-way controller is shown in illustrations, such as in the one below. The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the related operation.
Page 15: Composition Of The Operating Manual
Composition of the Operating Manual This Operating Manual contains the following chapters. 1 Getting Started ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions.
Page 16: Camera Features
Camera Features In addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio W60 has a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. This section describes how to make the most of the key features of your camera. Together with the explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to enjoy your camera to the full.
Page 17 Advanced Movie Recording and Picture Taking Functions The Optio W60 can record in 16:9 high definition with a frame rate of 15 fps and a resolution of 1280×720. In addition, it comes complete with features to enhance your enjoyment of movies such as image stabilization (Movie SR) during recording and capturing still pictures of important scenes while recording.
Page 18 Display Images and Sound Files in Calendar Format! With the Optio W60, you can display recorded images and sound files by date in calendar format. (p.144) This lets you quickly find the image or sound file you want to play back.
Page 19 Perfect Size for Carrying Around With You! A multitude of functions inside the camera for enjoying images without a computer! The Optio W60 has a variety of functions to let you enjoy playing back and editing images without having to connect the camera to your computer and transfer the images first.
Page 20: Checking The Contents Of The Package
Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Optio W60 USB cable I-USB7 (*) Battery charger D-BC78 (*) Operating Manual (this manual) Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. The battery charger and AC plug cord are only sold as a set (Battery Charger Kit K-BC78).
Page 21: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts Front Power switch/Power lamp (green) Shutter release button Back Battery/Card/Terminal cover lock lever Battery/Card/Terminal cover Speaker Tripod socket Microphone Flash Self timer lamp Lens Display PC/AV terminal Battery lock lever...
Page 22: Names Of Operating Parts
Names of Operating Parts 3 button Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.47 - p.50) for an explanation of the function of each button. Power switch Shutter release button Zoom/w/x/f/y button Q button I button Four-way controller 4/W button Green/i button...
Page 23: Monitor Indications
Monitor Indications Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. (p.98) 1/250 1/250 1/250 F3.5 F3.5 F3.5 1 Shooting mode (p.56) 2 Flash mode (p.102) 3 Drive mode (p.87 - p.93) 4 Focus mode (p.100) 5 Digital zoom icon (p.94) Intelligent zoom icon (p.94) 6 Memory status (p.37)
Page 24 Histogram + Info Display in Still Picture Capture Mode 1 Bright portion (blinks red) 2 Dark portion (blinks yellow) 3 Camera shake warning (p.98) (shown when blurring caused by vibration is likely to occur) 4 Shutter speed 5 Aperture * 3, 4 and 5 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
Page 25 Full Display in Still Picture Playback Mode (All of the display items are displayed here for explanatory purposes.) The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. A1 to A11 appear when [Normal Display] or [Histogram + Info] is selected. B1 to B10 only appear when [Histogram + Info] is selected.
Page 26: Getting Started
Getting Started Attaching the Strap Attach the strap (O-ST20) supplied with the camera. Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug. Pass the other end of the strap through the loop and pull tight.
Page 27: Powering The Camera
Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger D-BC78. Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. Place the battery in the charger so that the PENTAX logo is facing up. The charging indicator lights while the battery is charging and turns off when charging is finished.
Page 28: Installing The Battery
PENTAX logo pointing toward the lens. Push the battery in until it is locked in place. Make sure that the battery is inserted with the PENTAX logo pointing toward the lens. If the battery is incorrectly oriented, malfunction may result.
Page 29: Removing The Battery
Removing the Battery Open the battery/card/terminal cover. Press the battery lock lever towards 4. The battery pops out slightly. Be careful not to drop it during removal. • Do not use excessive force when sliding the battery/card/terminal cover open and closed because the waterproof packing may peel off.
Page 30 • Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, Sound Recording Time, and Playback Time ° (at 23 C with the display on and the battery fully charged) Image Storage Capacity (flash used for 50% of shots) Approx. 205 pictures *1: Recording capacity shows approximate number of shots recorded during CIPA-compliant testing (with display on, flash used for 50% of the shots, and 23 degrees centigrade).
Page 31: Using The Ac Adapter
Using the AC Adapter Use of the AC adapter kit K-AC78 (optional) is recommended if you intend to use the camera for a long time or connect it to a computer. Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the battery/card/terminal cover.
Page 32 • Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. • Make sure that the AC plug cord and the power cord connecting the AC adapter to the camera are inserted securely. The data may be lost if either becomes disconnected while data is being recorded on the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory.
Page 33: Installing The Sd Memory Card
Installing the SD Memory Card SD Memory Card socket This camera uses an SD Memory Card. Captured images and sound files are saved on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted in the camera. They are saved in the built-in memory if a card is not inserted. (p.37) •...
Page 34 Backing Up Data The camera may not be able to access data in the built-in memory in the case of a malfunction. Use a computer or other device to back up important data in another location. Open the battery/card/terminal cover. Press the battery/card/terminal cover lock lever towards 1, slide the cover towards 2 and open it towards 3.
Page 35 • For information on compatible SD Memory Cards, visit the PENTAX website. • Be sure to format an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on another camera.
Page 36: Recorded Pixels And Quality Level Of Still Pictures
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level of Still Pictures Choose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (data compression rate) of still pictures according to how you intend to use the pictures you have taken. Higher quality levels and numbers of pixels produce clearer images, but the resulting increase in data volume reduces the total number of pictures that can be taken (stored in the camera’s built-in memory or on the SD Memory Card).
Page 37: Recorded Pixels For Movies/Frame Rate
Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level for still pictures on the [A Rec.Mode] menu. Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.104 Selecting the Quality Level 1p.107 Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Image Storage Capacity (Approximate numbers of pictures) C (Best) Built-in Memory...
Page 38 Combinations of Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate, and Suggested Uses (1280×720) : 15fps 1280 15 15 15 (640×480) : 30fps (640×480) : 15fps (320×240) : 30fps (320×240) : 15fps * Playback requires a computer. Combinations of Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate, and Estimated Recording Times (1280×720) : 15fps 1280...
Page 39: Turning The Camera On And Off
Turning the Camera On and Off Press the power switch. The camera turns on and both the power lamp and display turn on. If the Language Selection screen or Date Adjust screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure on p.39 to set the display language and/or current date and time.
Page 40: Playback Mode
Playback Mode Use this mode when you want to play back an image or sound file straightaway without taking any more pictures. Press the power switch while holding down the Q button. The display turns on and the camera starts up in playback mode. To switch from Playback Mode to A mode, press the Q button or press the shutter release button halfway.
Page 41: Initial Settings
Initial Settings Set the language, time, and date after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures. The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time. Perform the operations in “Setting the Display Language” below to set the language, and in “Setting the Date and Time”...
Page 42 Press the 4 button. The Initial Setting screen appears in the selected language. If the desired settings for [Hometown] and daylight saving time appear, press the 4 button again to display the [Date Adjust] screen. Go to “Setting the Date and Time” (p.41). Go to Step 3 in “Setting Hometown and DST”...
Page 43: Setting The Date And Time
Setting Hometown and DST Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Hometown]. Press the four-way controller (5). The Hometown screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the city. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time). Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off).
Page 44 Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Date]. Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to the month. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month. Change the day and year in the same manner. Next, change the time. If you selected [12h] in Step 4, the setting switches between am and pm corresponding to the time.
Page 45: Quick Start
Taking Still Pictures Power switch The standard procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The flash fires automatically depending on the light conditions. Press the power switch. The camera turns on and is ready to take still pictures. In this manual, this is called Still Picture Capture mode.
Page 46: Instant Review
Using the Shutter Release Button The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows. Press halfway The focus and exposure are locked when the shutter release button is pressed down half-way. The green focus frame lights on the display when the shutter release button is pressed halfway and the subject is in focus.
Page 47: Playing Back Still Pictures
Playing Back Still Pictures Playing Back Images Press the Q button after taking a picture. The image appears on the display. In this manual, this is called Q mode (Playback mode). Displaying one image in full in Q mode (Q mode default setting) is called single-image display.
Page 48: Rotating The Displayed Image
Rotating the Displayed Image Press the Q button after taking a picture. The image appears on the display. Press the four-way controller (3). The Playback Mode Palette appears. (p.62) Use the four-way controller (234 5) to select s (Image Rotation) and press the 4 button.
Page 49: Common Operations
Common Operations Understanding the Button Functions A Mode Power switch Turns the camera on and off. (p.37) Shutter release button Focuses the camera on the subject when pressed halfway in Still Picture Capture mode. (Except in 3, s and \ modes) (p.43) Takes the still picture when pressed down fully.
Page 50 I button Switches the Face Recognition function (p.59). The Face Recognition function is switched as follows each time the I button is pressed: Smile Capture Four-way controller : Changes the drive mode. (p.87 - p.93) : Displays the Capture Mode Palette. (p.56) : Changes the flash mode.
Page 51: Q Mode
Q Mode Power switch Turns the camera on and off. (p.37) Shutter release button Switches to A mode. (p.142) Zoom/f/y button In single-image display, pressing towards f switches to nine-image display. Press y to return to the previous display. (p.143) In single-image display, pressing towards y enlarges the image.
Page 52 3 button Displays the [W Setting] menu during single-image display. (p.51) Returns to single-image display during Playback Mode Palette display. (p.62) Returns zoom display or nine-image display to single-image display. (p.143) Changes to normal nine-image display during folder display. (p.144) Changes to normal nine-image display during calendar display.
Page 53: Setting The Camera Functions
Setting the Camera Functions To change the camera settings, press the 3 button to display the [A Rec.Mode] menu or [W Setting] menu. Menus for playing back and editing images and sound files are displayed from the Playback Mode Palette. Setting with the Menus Press the 3 button in A mode to display the [A Rec.Mode] menu.
Page 54 A guide to available button operations appears on the display during menu operation. Ex.) To set the [Quality Level] on the [A Rec.Mode] menu Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Recorded Pixels].
Page 55 To Save the Setting and Start Taking Pictures Press the shutter release button halfway. The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status. When the shutter release button is pressed fully, the picture is taken. When the [W Setting] menu is displayed from Q mode, you can switch to A mode by pressing the Q button.
Page 56: Menu List
Menu List This displays the items that can be set with the menus and provides descriptions of each item. See the list of default settings in the Appendix “Default Settings” (p.213) to decide whether you want the settings saved when the camera is turned off and whether you want the settings returned to the defaults when the camera is reset.
Page 57 Item Saturation For setting the color saturation Contrast For setting the image contrast level For setting whether to imprint the date when taking still Date Imprint pictures Use the 9 (Green) mode to enjoy easy picture-taking using standard settings, regardless of the settings in the [A Rec.Mode] menu.
Page 58: Setting The Shooting Mode
Setting the Shooting Mode The Optio W60 has a variety of shooting modes that let you take pictures or record movies and sound in different situations simply by choosing the right mode for the particular situation from the Capture Mode Palette.
Page 59 • In shooting modes other than R, A, C, 4, F, saturation, contrast, sharpness, white balance, etc. are automatically set to the optimal settings for the selected mode. • Some functions may not be available or may not function fully depending on the selected shooting mode.
Page 60 Item Voice Recording Night Scene Portrait Text Food Digital Panorama Frame Composite Report Description For recording sound only. Be careful not to cover the microphone with your hands. For portraits in night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent image shake. For taking clear pictures of text in color or B/W, normal or reversed.
Page 61: Setting The Face Recognition Function
Setting the Face Recognition function With the Optio W60, the Face Recognition function is available with all shooting modes except O mode. In the Face Recognition function, you can choose the Face Priority function that recognizes the subject’s face, focuses (Face Recognition AF) and performs exposure compensation (Face Recognition AE), and the Smile Capture function* that recognizes the subject’s face, focuses...
Page 62 Switching the Face Recognition Function By default, the Face Recognition function is set to Face Priority On. The Face Recognition function is switched as follows each time the I button is pressed: Smile Capture Face Priority Off Face Priority On 38 38 38 07/07/2008 07/07/2008...
Page 63: Setting Blink Detection
Four-way controller 3 button Setting Blink Detection For setting whether to use Blink Detection. If the subject’s eyes are closed and a picture is taken while both Blink Detection and Face Priority are on, the “Closed eyes have been detected.” message appears in Instant Review. Press the 3 button in A mode.
Page 64: Using The Playback Function
Using the Playback Function Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode to display the Playback Mode Palette. You can display the playback function you want to use simply by using the four-way controller (2345) to choose an icon and pressing the 4 button.
Page 65: Playback Mode Palette
Playback Mode Palette Item Digital SR Slideshow Resize Cropping Image/Sound Copy Image Rotation Digital Filter Movie Edit Frame Composite Red-eye Compensation Voice Memo Z Protect DPOF Image Recovery Start-up Screen Description For saving images after Shake Reduction process. For continuously playing back images. Screen or sound effects can be set.
Page 66: Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures Taking Pictures Taking Pictures Automatically (Auto Picture Mode) In b (Auto Picture) mode, when the subject simply turns towards the camera, the camera selects the most appropriate shooting mode from (Night Scene), (Landscape), (Sport), (Flower), Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode. The Capture Mode Palette appears.
Page 67: Setting The Functions (Program Mode)
Setting The Functions (Program Mode) In R (Program) mode, the shutter speed and the aperture are set automatically by the camera during shooting. However, you can select other functions such as the flash mode and recorded pixels. Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode. The Capture Mode Palette appears.
Page 68: Taking Pictures In The Basic Mode (Green Mode)
Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode) In the 9 (Green) mode, you can enjoy easy picture-taking using standard settings*, regardless of the settings in the [A Rec.Mode] menu. Press the Green button in A mode. The camera switches to 9 mode. Press the Green button again to return to the status before 9 mode was selected.
Page 69 * 9 mode settings are as shown below. Flash Mode Drive Mode Focus Mode Information Display Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity EV Compensation Blink Detection Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory Sharpness Saturation Contrast Date Imprint , (Auto) 9 (Standard) = (Standard)
Page 70: Taking Pictures Of Dark Scenes (Night Scene/Digital Sr (Blur Reduction)/Fireworks Mode)
Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene/ Digital SR (Blur Reduction)/Fireworks Mode) You can choose settings appropriate for taking pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes. Use this mode when taking pictures of night views. Use this mode to reduce blurring when taking pictures indoors or in low-light conditions.
Page 71: Taking Underwater Pictures (Underwater Mode/Underwater Movie Mode)
Taking Underwater Pictures (Underwater Mode/ Underwater Movie Mode) This camera has been proven to comply with JIS waterproof grade 8 and can be used to take pictures at a depth of 4 m continuously for 2 hours. In addition, this camera complies with JIS dustproof grade 5 (IP58). Use the Underwater mode to take underwater still pictures that capture the blueness of the sea.
Page 72 • Before taking pictures underwater, make sure that there is no dirt or sand on the waterproof packing of the battery/card/terminal cover and check that the cover is securely locked. • Before opening the battery/card/terminal cover after using the camera underwater, make sure that there is no water, dirt or sand on the battery/card/terminal cover or anywhere else on the camera.
Page 73: Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite)
Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite) In Y (Frame Composite) mode, you can take pictures using the frames stored in the camera. Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode. The Capture Mode Palette appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Y (Frame Composite).
Page 74 (the supplied CD-ROM provides over 80 frames, including the default frames.) Optional Frame Images Optional frames are stored in the Optio W60 built-in memory using the image, movie, and sound recording areas. These optional frames may be deleted from built-in memory when file operations (delete, etc.) are performed from a computer.
Page 75: Taking Pictures Of People (Portrait/Night Scene Portrait Mode)
Taking Pictures of People (Portrait/Night Scene Portrait Mode) (Portrait) and (Night Scene Portrait) modes are suitable for taking pictures of people. Face Recognition (p.59) operates for each shooting mode, making it easier to emphasize the subject’s face when taking pictures. Use this mode when taking pictures of people.
Page 76 • If the camera cannot recognize the subject’s face, the camera focuses using the Focusing Area currently selected. • When Smile Capture is activated, the shutter will be released automatically when the camera recognizes the subject's smile. However, depending on the condition of the recognized faces, an image may not be captured automatically because the Smile Capture function will not work.
Page 77: Zooming And Taking Pictures Of People (Half-Length Portrait Mode)
Zooming and Taking Pictures of People (Half- length Portrait Mode) With (Half-length Portrait), when a face is recognized within the image, the intelligent zoom works to zoom in for a portrait picture based on the position of the face and the size to give a photograph with the subject recorded from the waist up.
Page 78 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken. • When a subject's face cannot be recognized, an orange frame indicating the area to be enlarged is not displayed and the camera focuses using the selected Focusing Area. • “Face Recognition AF” and “Face Recognition AE” may not work if the subject’s face is partly covered, for example, with sunglasses, or when the subject does not face the camera.
Page 79: Taking Pictures Of Your Pet (Pet Mode)
Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) Use this mode to keep your moving pet in focus while you take the picture and capture the color of your pet’s coat. Choose the appropriate icon depending on what color your pet is (closer to black or white or in between). Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
Page 80 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken.
Page 81: Taking Pictures Of Children (Kids Mode)
Taking Pictures of Children (Kids Mode) (Kids) mode is suitable for taking pictures of moving children. It also reproduces healthy and bright skin tone. Face Recognition (p.59) operates automatically for this mode, making it easier to emphasize the subject’s face when taking pictures. Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
Page 82 • Face Recognition AF and AE may not work if the subject is wearing sunglasses or has part of the face covered or if the subject is not looking toward the camera. • If the camera cannot recognize the subject’s face, the camera focuses using the Focusing Area currently selected.
Page 83: Taking Pictures Of Text (Text Mode)
Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode) You can take pictures of text in documents or on a whiteboard so that the text is easy to read. Choose from four text modes. Color A picture of the text is taken in its original color. Reversed A picture of text is taken with the colors reversed.
Page 84: Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode)
Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode) In F (Digital Panorama) mode, take two or three frames in sequence overlapping their edges by moving the camera horizontally. When the third frame is taken, the images taken in sequence are automatically stitched and the panoramic photograph is saved.
Page 85 Press the shutter release button fully. The screen for taking the second frame is displayed after you take the first frame. If you select right (5) in Step 4: The right edge of the first frame appears in semi-transparent form on the left edge of the display. If you select left (4) in Step 4: The left edge of the first frame appears in semi-transparent form on the right edge of the display.
Page 86: Using The Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode)
Using the Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode) (Digital Wide) mode can stitch two pictures taken into a 35 mm film conversion equivalent to a maximum of approx. 21 mm. Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode. The Capture Mode Palette appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Press the 4 button.
Page 87 Press the shutter release button fully. The first captured image is saved, and the shooting screen for the second image is displayed. Overlap the image on the preview guide on the left of the screen to compose your picture. If you want to stop capturing images in the mode, go to step 7.
Page 88 Save only the first image/Discard the first image and reshoot Without taking a second image, you can save only the first image or discard it and take pictures starting with a new first image. Press the 4 button or the four- way controller (3).
Page 89: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-timer In Self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter release button is pressed. Stabilize the camera with a tripod when taking a picture with the self-timer. Use this mode when you want to be included in a group picture. The picture is taken approximately ten seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.
Page 90: Taking A Series Of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/High Speed Continuous Shooting Mode)
Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/ High Speed Continuous Shooting Mode) In this mode, pictures are taken continuously as long as the shutter release button is pressed. Continuous Shooting HS Cont. Shooting Press the four-way controller (2) in A mode. Use the four-way controller (453) to select 1 (Continuous Shooting) or c (HS Cont.
Page 91 • The flash does not discharge in Continuous Shooting/HS Cont. Shooting. • 1 (Continuous Shooting) and c (HS Cont. Shooting) are unavailable in b (Auto Picture), A (Night Scene), C (Movie), (Underwater Movie), y (Fireworks), O (Voice Recording), F (Digital Panorama), and •...
Page 92: Taking Pictures At A Set Interval (Interval Shoot)
Taking Pictures at a Set Interval (Interval Shoot) In this mode, a set number of pictures can be taken automatically at a set interval from a set time. Interval 10 sec. – 99 min. 2 shots – number Number of of recordable Shot images...
Page 93 Set the interval. 1 Press the four-way controller (5). 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to set the minute, then press the four- way controller (5). 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to set the seconds, then press the four- way controller (5).
Page 94 • Interval shooting is not available in b, 9, O, y, F, or mode. • Refer to p.137 to p.139 for instructions on interval shooting for C, • Even if an alarm is set, the alarm will not ring while interval shooting is being performed.
Page 95: Taking Pictures With Automatic Exposure Adjustment (Auto Bracket)
Taking Pictures with Automatic Exposure Adjustment (Auto Bracket) Press the shutter release button once to automatically adjust the exposure and take three pictures in succession. After taking the pictures, you can select the best one. The shooting order is best exposure → –1.0 EV → +1.0 EV. Press the four-way controller (2) in A mode.
Page 96: Using The Zoom
Using the Zoom You can use the zoom to change the captured area. Press the Zoom/w/x button in A mode. Zoom lever (w) : Diminishes the subject Zoom lever (x) : Enlarges the subject. If you continue to press the button, the camera automatically switches from optical zoom to intelligent zoom.
Page 97 Recorded pixels and the maximum zoom ratio Recorded pixels Not Available (5× optical zoom available) 7.5M Not Available (5× optical zoom available) 1280 Not Available (5× optical zoom available) 1024 Approx. 28.5× (Same as 28.5× Digital • You are recommended to use a tripod to prevent camera shake when taking pictures at a high magnification rate.
Page 98 Setting the Digital Zoom The digital zoom is set to O (On) in the default settings. To take pictures using only the optical zoom, set the digital zoom to P (Off). Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital Zoom].
Page 99: Setting The Exposure (Ev Compensation)
Four-way controller 3 button Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture. Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or underexposed. Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [EV Compensation].
Page 100: Displaying Shooting Information In Capture Mode
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/W button: Normal Display, Histogram + Info, No Info, Backlight Off. For details of each display mode, refer to “Monitor Indications” (p.21). •...
Page 101 Using the Histogram A histogram shows the brightness distribution of an image. The horizontal axis represents brightness (dark at the left and bright at the right) and the vertical axis represents the number of pixels. The shape of the histogram before and after shooting tells you whether the brightness and contrast are correct or not, and lets you decide if you need to use EV...
Page 102: Setting The Shooting Functions
Setting the Shooting Functions Selecting the Focus Mode Focus Mode Standard Macro 1cm Macro Pan Focus Infinity Manual Focus Press the four-way controller (5) in A mode. The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed. You can also change the setting using the four-way controller (23).
Page 103: Manual Focus
• In 9 (Green) mode, you can only select =, q or 3. • is unavailable in • The noise from focusing is recorded when a focus mode other than 3 or s is selected in C and • When = is selected and the focus limiter is set to P (Off) (p.116), if the subject is closer than 50 cm, the camera automatically focuses from 10 cm (Auto-Macro function).
Page 104: Selecting The Flash Mode
Selecting the Flash Mode Flash Modes Auto Flash Off Flash On Auto + Red-eye Flash On + Red-eye Soft Flash • The flash mode is set to a (Flash Off) in C (Movie) or (Underwater Movie) modes, when the drive mode is 1 (Continuous Shooting) or c (HS Cont.
Page 105 Press the four-way controller (4) in A mode. The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed. You can also change the setting using the four-way controller (23). Press the 4 button. The camera returns to capture status with the selected flash mode.
Page 106: Selecting The Recorded Pixels
3 button Selecting the Recorded Pixels You can choose from eight recorded pixels settings for still pictures. The larger your recorded pixels, the clearer the details will appear when you print your picture. As the quality of the printed picture also depends on the image quality, exposure control, resolution of the printer and other factors, you do not need to select more than the required number of recorded pixels.
Page 107 Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels]. Press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of recorded pixels.
Page 108 Pressing the 4/W button on this screen switches the display of shooting information in the same manner as when another number of recorded pixels is selected. (p.98, p.148) 100 - 0038 100 - 0038 0038 07/07/2008 07/07/2008 07/07/2008 Edit Edit Edit 14:25 14:25...
Page 109: Selecting The Quality Level
Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Selecting the Quality Level You can select the quality (compression rate) of still pictures. The more E, the lower the compression rate and the clearer the picture, but the file size becomes larger. The file size also varies depending on the recorded pixels setting (p.104).
Page 110: Adjusting The White Balance
3 button Adjusting the White Balance You can take pictures in natural colors by adjusting the white balance according to the light conditions at the time of shooting. White Balance Auto Daylight Shade Tungsten Light Fluores. Light Manual • Set another white balance if you are not satisfied with the color balance of pictures taken with white balance set to •...
Page 111 Press the four-way controller (5). The White Balance screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the setting. Press the 4 button. The White Balance setting is saved. Press the 3 button. The camera returns to capture status with the current setting. Refer to “Manual Setting”...
Page 112: Setting The Ae Metering
3 button Setting the AE Metering You can set the area of the screen where the brightness is metered to determine the exposure. AE Metering Multi-segment metering Center- weighted metering Spot AE metering Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
Page 113 • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the brightness is metered and the exposure is determined. • When the subject is outside the focusing area and you want to use spot AE metering, aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter release button halfway to lock the exposure, then compose your picture again and press the shutter release button fully.
Page 114: Setting The Sensitivity
3 button Setting the Sensitivity Sensitivity is a value indicating how much the image sensor senses light. Low value equals low sensitivity and high value equals high sensitivity. Sensitivity can be adjusted according to the shooting situations. Sensitivity AUTO 800 (50 - 800) is selected by default. You can also set ISO Correction in AUTO to 50 - 100, 50 - 200, 50 - 400, AUTO 50 - 800 or 50 - 1600.
Page 115 Press the four-way controller (5). The pull-down menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select the sensitivity. When [400] is highlighted, press the four- way controller (3) to display [800], [1600], [3200], and [6400]. Selecting the Sensitivity Press the 4 button. The sensitivity setting is saved.
Page 116 Press the four-way controller (2345) to select a range. Press the 4 button twice. The AUTO Adjustment Range setting is saved. Press the 3 button. The camera returns to capture status with the current setting. • Even if you set Sensitivity to Off in Memory, the selected range for ISO Correction in AUTO is saved when the camera is turned off.
Page 117: Setting The Autofocus Conditions
Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Setting the Autofocus Conditions You can set various conditions for autofocus. Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [AF Setting]. Press the four-way controller (5). The AF Setting screen appears.
Page 118 Setting the Focus Limiter You can limit the focusing range of the lens in accordance with the shooting conditions. When you set the [Focus Limiter] to [O (On)], the focusing range of the lens is limited to the long range side for normal shooting and to the close- up side for macro shooting.
Page 119: Setting Interval Shoot
Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Setting Interval Shoot In this mode, a set number of pictures can be taken automatically at a set interval from a set time. Interval 10 sec. – 99 min. 2 shots – number Number of of recordable Shot images...
Page 120 Set the interval. 1 Press the four-way controller (5). 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to set the minute, then press the four- way controller (5). 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to set the seconds, then press the four- way controller (5).
Page 121 The Interval Shoot settings can also be configured from the Drive Mode. (p.90)
Page 122: Setting The Instant Review Time (Instant Review)
3 button Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review) You can choose the Instant Review time (the length of time the image is displayed immediately after capture) from 0.5sec, 1sec, 2sec, 3sec, 4sec, 5sec and Off (no display). Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
Page 123: Setting The Green Button
Shutter release button Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Setting the Green Button You can assign one of the following functions to the Green button; [Green Mode] (p.66) and [Fn Setting] (p.122). You can activate the assigned function by just pressing the Green button. Assigning a Function (Green Mode) Press the 3 button in A mode.
Page 124 Registering Frequently Used Functions (Fn Setting) You can register frequently used functions on the four-way controller. Using this function, you can directly set the functions by pressing the four-way controller without displaying the menu in Capture mode. In [Fn Setting], still picture mode and Movie mode have different settings. To execute [Fn Setting] for Movie mode, press 3 button in Movie mode in Step 1 on page 121.
Page 125 The initial settings for Fn Setting still picture mode Initial settings (2) EV Compensation (3) Recorded Pixels (4) Quality Level (5) White Balance Functions that can be registered on Fn Setting still picture mode Setting items Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area Focus Limiter...
Page 126: Setting The Image Sharpness (Sharpness)
3 button Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness) Select either sharp or soft outlines for the image. Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sharpness]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the sharpness level.
Page 127: Setting The Color Saturation (Saturation)
Four-way controller 3 button Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation) You can set the color saturation. Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Saturation]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the saturation level.
Page 128: Setting The Image Contrast (Contrast)
3 button Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast) You can set the image contrast level. Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Contrast]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the contrast level. The following setting is saved.
Page 129: Setting The Date Imprint Function
Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Setting the Date Imprint Function For choosing whether to imprint the date and time when taking still pictures. Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Date Imprint].
Page 130: Saving The Settings (Memory)
Saving the Settings (Memory) The Memory function is for saving the current camera settings when the camera is turned off. For some camera settings, the Memory function is always set to O (On) (the settings are saved when the camera is turned off), while for others you can choose on or off (to choose whether the settings are saved or not when the camera is turned off).
Page 131 Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory]. Press the four-way controller (5). The Memory screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose an item.
Page 132: Recording Movies
Recording Movies Recording a Movie This mode enables you to record movies. Sound is recorded at the same time. Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode. The Capture Mode Palette appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select C (Movie). Press the 4 button.
Page 133 Press the shutter release button fully. Recording starts. Recording can continue until the built-in memory/SD Memory Card is full or the size of the recorded movie reaches 2 GB. • The flash does not discharge in C mode. • The focus mode can be changed before recording starts. •...
Page 134 Taking Still Pictures during Movie Recording (Still picture capture) Press the Green button during movie recording to take still pictures while continuing to record the movie. After the Green button is pressed, a still picture is taken and stored. When the battery level indicator is at flash will not discharge when taking still pictures during movie recording.
Page 135: Selecting The Recorded Pixels And Frame Rate For Movies
Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Selecting the Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate for Movies Set the recorded pixels and frame rate for movies. The more pixels there are, the clearer the details and the bigger the file size. The more frames per second, the better the quality of the movie, but the file size increases.
Page 136 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels]. Press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of recorded pixels. Press the 4 button. The Recorded Pixels setting is saved. Press the 3 button twice.
Page 137: Recording Movies In Black And White Or Sepia Tones (Color Mode)
Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Recording Movies in Black and White or Sepia Tones (Color Mode) In Movie mode, you can set the color mode to [B&W] or [Sepia], as well as [Full Color]. Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
Page 138: Setting The Movie Sr (Movie Shake Reduction) Function
3 button Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function While recording a movie, you can compensate for camera movement with the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) function. Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Movie].
Page 139: Recording A Movie From Pictures Taken At A Set Interval (Interval Movie)
Shutter release button Four-way controller 4 button Recording a Movie from Pictures Taken at a Set Interval (Interval Movie) In this mode, you can record multiple still pictures taken automatically at a set interval from a set time, as a movie file. You can set this to 1 minute, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 30 minutes, or Interval 1 hour.
Page 140 Set the interval. 1 Press the four-way controller (5). 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to set the interval, then press the 4 button. The frame returns to [Interval]. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Total Time]. Set the total time.
Page 141 The [Stop interval shooting?] message is displayed when the power switch and then the 3 button are pressed during standby. Pressing the 4 button cancels interval shooting. • Confirm that the battery is sufficiently charged before starting interval movie recording. If the battery is not sufficiently charged, it may become depleted during interval movie recording and cause recording of the movie to stop.
Page 142: Selecting The Focusing Method For Recording Movies
3 button Selecting the Focusing Method for Recording Movies You can set the focusing method used when recording movies. Select either to always continue to focus on the subject while shooting, or to lock the focus in the position selected by pressing the shutter release button halfway with the subject in focus before shooting.
Page 143: Setting The Optical Zoom
Four-way controller 3 button Setting the Optical Zoom You can set whether or not to use the optical zoom during movie recording. Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Movie]. Press the four-way controller (5).
Page 144: Playing Back And Deleting Images
Playing Back and Deleting Images Playing Back Images Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode To Switch from A Mode to Q Mode Press the Q button. The camera switches to To Switch from Q Mode to A Mode Press the Q button or shutter release button halfway. The camera switches to Displaying data in the built-in memory When an SD Memory Card is inserted in the camera, images, movies,...
Page 145: Nine-Image Display, Folder Display And Calendar Display
Nine-Image Display, Folder Display and Calendar Display Nine-Image Display You can display nine thumbnails of captured images at a time. Press the Zoom/f/y button towards f in Q mode. A page consisting of nine thumbnail images appears. The displayed images change nine at a time page by page.
Page 146 Switching to Calendar Display or Folder Display Press the Zoom/f/y button towards f in nine-image display to switch to calendar or folder display (the default is calendar display). Press the Green button to switch between calendar display and folder display. Press the Zoom/f/y button towards f in Q mode.
Page 147: Zoom Playback
Zoom Playback You can magnify an image up to ten times. A guide showing the center of the magnified portion of the image appears on the display during zoom playback. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to magnify. Press the Zoom/f/y button towards y.
Page 148: Zoom Up On The Subject's Face Automatically (Face Close-Up Playback)
Zoom Up on the Subject’s Face Automatically (Face close-up playback) You can enjoy playing back images with the subject’s faces zoomed up simply by pressing the I button (Face close-up playback) if Face Recognition was used when the images were taken. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to magnify.
Page 149 • The magnification ratio for Face close-up playback may differ depending the conditions such as the size of the face recognized when shooting. • Press the Zoom/f/y button towards y during Face close-up playback to center on the subject and switch between displaying the image at an equal or slightly larger magnification.
Page 150: Displaying Shooting Information In Playback Mode
Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode Shooting information can be displayed on the display in Q mode. Pressing the 4/W button changes the display mode. Refer to p.23 for details of each display mode. Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode 1p.98 Normal Display 100 - 0026 100 - 0026...
Page 151: Correcting Camera Shake With Digital Sr
Q button Four-way controller 4 button Green button Correcting Camera Shake with Digital SR For correcting the camera shake in recorded images. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to correct camera shake for. Press the four-way controller (3).
Page 152 • If you overwrite the image, the shake information is lost and you cannot perform shake correction again. • P appears on the upper left of the display only when playing back images for which camera shake can be corrected. However, camera shake may not be corrected when the camera shake is too extreme.
Page 153: Slideshow
Q button Four-way controller 4 button Slideshow You can play back recorded images one after another. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image to start the slideshow with. Press the four-way controller (3). The Playback Mode Palette appears.
Page 154 Press the 4 button. The screen for setting the slideshow conditions appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Interval]. Press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the interval and press the 4 button. You can choose from 3sec, 5sec, 10sec, 20sec, and 30sec.
Page 155: Playing Back Movies
Playing Back Movies Playing Back a Movie You can play back the movies you have taken. Sound is played back at the same time. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the movie you want to play back.
Page 156: Connecting The Camera To Av Equipment
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment PC/AV terminal Battery/Card/ Terminal cover By using the AV cable, you can capture and play back images on equipment with a video IN jack, such as a TV. Make sure the camera and TV are turned off before connecting the camera to the TV. Open the battery/card/terminal cover and connect the AV cable to the PC/AV terminal.
Page 157: Turn The Camera On
Turn the camera on. • You are recommended to use the AC adapter kit K-AC78 (optional) if you intend to use the camera for a long time. • Depending on the country or region, images and sound files may fail to be played back if the video output format is set different from the one in use there.
Page 158: Deleting Images
Delete images and sounds with mistakes or that are unnecessary. When images or sounds are inadvertently deleted Deleted images and sounds can be recovered with the Optio W60. (p.161) Deleted images and sounds can be recovered even if the camera has been turned off after deletion as long as the SD Memory Card has not been removed.
Page 159 Deleting a Sound File If sound has been recorded with an image (p.188), you can delete the sound without deleting the image. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image with sound. Press the i button. A confirmation screen appears.
Page 160: Deleting Selected Images And Sound Files (From Nine-Image Display)
Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files (from Nine-Image Display) You can delete several images/sound files selected from the nine-image display at once. Protected images and sound files cannot be deleted. Press the Zoom/f/y button towards f in Q mode. Nine thumbnail images appear. Press the i button.
Page 161 Press the i button. A confirmation dialog appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Select & Delete]. Press the 4 button. The selected images and sound files are deleted. Delete all selected Delete all selected Delete all selected images/sounds images/sounds images/sounds Select &...
Page 162: Deleting All Images And Sound Files
Deleting All Images and Sound Files You can delete all the images and sound files at once. Protected images and sound files cannot be deleted. (p.162) Press the i button in Q mode. A confirmation dialog appears. Press the i button. A confirmation dialog appears.
Page 163: Recovering Deleted Images
Q button Four-way controller 4 button Recovering Deleted Images You can recover images or sound files that were taken with this camera and then deleted. After deleting an image, if formatting or operations to write data such as taking pictures, recording movies, protecting images, saving DPOF settings, resizing images, or cropping images have been performed, or if the SD Memory Card has been removed, the message “No image to be processed”...
Page 164: Protecting Images And Sound Files From Deletion (Protect)
Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion (Protect) You can protect stored images and sound files from being accidentally deleted. Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode. The Playback Mode Palette appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Z (Protect). Press the 4 button.
Page 165 Q button Four-way controller 4 button Protecting All Images and Sound Files Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode. The Playback Mode Palette appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Z (Protect). Press the 4 button. The screen for selecting [Single Image/ Sound] or [All Images/Sounds] appears.
Page 166: Editing And Printing Images
Editing and Printing Images Editing Images Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize) By changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file size smaller than the original. You can use this function to continue taking pictures when the SD Memory Card or built-in memory is full, by making the images smaller and overwriting the original images to make more space available.
Page 167 Press the 4 button. A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears. When an image is protected, the image is automatically saved as a new image without displaying the confirmation dialog on the screen. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as]. Press the 4 button.
Page 168: Cropping Images
Cropping Images You can delete the unwanted part of a picture and save the cropped image as a separate image. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to trim. Press the four-way controller (3). The Playback Mode Palette appears.
Page 169: Copying Images And Sound Files
Q button Four-way controller 4 button Copying Images and Sound Files You can copy images and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. This function can only be selected when an SD Memory Card has been inserted in the camera. Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card.
Page 170 To Copy Files from the SD Memory Card to the Built-in Memory Selected images and sound files from the SD Memory Card are copied to the built-in memory one at a time. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [{}2]. Press the 4 button.
Page 171: Using The Digital Filters
Q button Four-way controller 4 button Using the Digital Filters This mode lets you change the color tones and perform special processing on a selected image. Digital Filters Processes the image using the B&W filter. B&W filter Processes the image using the sepia filter. Sepia filter Processes the image using the selected color filter.
Page 172 To Select a B&W/sepia filter or the Soft Filter Use the four-way controller ( filter. You can preview the results of the filter effect. Press the 4 button. A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears. When an image is protected, the image is automatically saved as a new image without displaying the confirmation dialog on the screen.
Page 173 Press the 4 button. Images processed with a color filter or the color extraction filter are recorded with the same number of recorded pixels and quality level as the original image. To Select the Brightness or Fish-eye Filter Use the four-way controller (23) to select the digital filter you want to use.
Page 174: Red-Eye Compensation
Red-eye Compensation You can correct images where the flash has caused the subject to appear with red eyes. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to correct. Press the four-way controller (3). The Playback Mode Palette appears.
Page 175: Adding A Frame (Frame Composite)
Zoom/f/y button Q button Four-way controller 4 button Adding a Frame (Frame Composite) This function lets you add a decorative frame to still pictures. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to which you want to add a frame. Press the four-way controller (3).
Page 176 Optional Frame Images Optional frames are stored in the Optio W60 built-in memory using the image, movie, and sound recording areas. These optional frames may be deleted from built-in memory when file operations (delete, etc.) are performed from a computer.
Page 177: Editing Movies
How to display the Movie Edit menu Q button Four-way controller 4 button Editing Movies You can select a frame from a recorded movie to save as a still picture or divide a movie into two. Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the movie you want to edit.
Page 178: Dividing A Movie
Press the 4 button. The screen appears for selecting a frame to be saved as a still picture. Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the frame you want to save. 2 : Plays or pauses the movie 3 : Stops the movie and returns to the first frame 4 : Reverses the movie frame by frame 5 : Advances the movie frame by frame Press the 4 button.
Page 179: Setting The Printing Service (Dpof)
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is the format for storing print order data on still pictures captured with a digital camera. Once the print order data has been stored, the pictures can be printed according to the DPOF settings using a DPOF-compatible printer or photo processing lab.
Page 180 Press the 4 button. The message [DPOF setting for this image] appears. To make DPOF settings for another image, use the four-way controller (45) to select another image. If DPOF settings have already been made for an image, the previous number of copies and date setting (O or P) will be displayed.
Page 181: Printing All Images
Q button Four-way controller 4 button Green button Printing All Images When you choose the number of copies and whether or not to insert the date, the settings are applied to all the images stored in the camera. Display the screen for DPOF settings in Q mode. Refer to Steps 1 to 3 on p.177.
Page 182: Printing Using Pictbridge
Printing Using PictBridge By connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the USB cable (I-USB7) provided, you can print images directly from the camera without using a computer. Connect the camera to the printer and select the images you want to print and the number of copies on the camera. •...
Page 183: Printing Single Images
Printing Single Images In the printing mode selection screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select [Single Image]. Press the 4 button. The setting screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image to print. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies.
Page 184 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the paper size. You can only choose a size that is supported by your printer. Press the 4 button. The Paper Size setting is saved and the screen returns to the print settings screen. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Paper Type] and press the four-way controller (5).
Page 185: Printing All Images
Printing All Images In the printing mode selection screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select [All Images]. Press the 4 button. The setting screen appears. Choose the number of copies and whether to insert the date or not. The number of copies and date setting that you choose apply to all the images.
Page 186: Printing Using The Dpof Settings
Printing Using the DPOF Settings In the printing mode selection screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select [DPOF AUTOPRINT]. Press the 4 button. The DPOF settings you have made appear. Use the four-way controller (45) to check the number of copies for each picture, whether to insert the date or not, and the total number of copies.
Page 187: Recording And Playing Back Sound
Recording and Playing Back Sound Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode) You can record sound with the camera. The microphone is located on the top of the camera. When recording sound, aim the camera to get the best results. Shutter release button Four-way controller 4 button Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
Page 188 Press the 4 button. The remaining recordable time and the recording time of the current file appear on the display. 1 Recording time 2 Remaining recordable time Press the shutter release button fully. Recording starts. The self-timer lamp blinks during recording. You can record sounds continuously for up to 24 hours.
Page 189: Playing Back Sound
Playing Back Sound You can play back the sound files you made in O mode. Press the Q button. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a sound file to play back. Press the four-way controller (2). The sound file is played back. 1 Total file recording time 2 Playback time The following operations can be...
Page 190: Adding A Voice Memo To Images
Adding a Voice Memo to Images You can add a voice memo to your still pictures. Recording a Voice Memo Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture to which you want to add a voice memo.
Page 191: Playing Back A Voice Memo
Playing Back a Voice Memo Enter Q mode and use the four- way controller (45) to choose the still picture with the voice memo that you want to play back. U appears on images with voice memos in single-image display. Press the four-way controller (2).
Page 192: Settings
Settings Camera Settings How to display the [W Setting] menu 3 button Formatting an SD Memory Card Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage the card and render it unusable.
Page 193: Changing The Sound Settings
How to display the [W Setting] menu Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Changing the Sound Settings You can adjust the volume of operation sounds and change the type of sound. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound] on the [W Setting] menu.
Page 194 Press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [1], [2], [3], [Off] or [USER] and press the 4 button. The selected sound type is saved. Set [Shutter Sound], [Operation Sound] and [Self-timer Sound] in the same way as in Steps 6 to 8.
Page 195: Changing The Date And Time
How to display the [W Setting] menu Four-way controller 3 button Changing the Date and Time You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the style in which the date appears on the camera. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Date Adjust] on the [W Setting] menu.
Page 196 Press the four-way controller (5). The frame returns to [Date Style]. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Date]. Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to one of the following items depending on the date style set in Step 4.
Page 197: Setting The Alarm
How to display the [W Setting] menu Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Setting the Alarm You can set the alarm to ring at a specified time. You can choose whether the alarm will ring at the same time every day or only once at the set time.
Page 198 Press the 4 button twice. The screen returns to the [W Setting] menu. Check that [Alarm] is set to O (On). Press the 4 button. [Alarm is set] appears and the camera turns off. Checking the Alarm Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Alarm] on the [W Setting] menu.
Page 199: Setting The World Time
How to display the [W Setting] menu Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Setting the World Time The date and time selected in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.41) and “Changing the Date and Time” (p.193) serve as the W (Hometown) date and time.
Page 200 Press the 4 button. The Destination setting is saved. Press the 3 button twice. The camera returns to capture status with the current setting. Select W (Hometown) in Step 3 of p.197 to set the city and DST setting for the Hometown city. Displaying the Time of the Destination on the display (Select Time) Use the four-way controller (23) to select [World Time]...
Page 201: Changing The Display Language
How to display the [W Setting] menu Four-way controller 3 button Changing the Display Language You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. The camera supports the following 20 languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Thai, Korean, Chinese (traditional and simplified) and Japanese.
Page 202: Changing The Image Folder Name
How to display the [W Setting] menu 3 button Changing the Image Folder Name You can change the image folder name to Standard or Date. When the name is changed to the date, pictures are saved in separate folders by the date they were taken.
Page 203: Changing The Usb Connection Mode
How to display the [W Setting] menu Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Changing the USB Connection Mode Choose the appropriate USB connection mode depending on whether you are going to connect the USB cable to a computer or a PictBridge- compatible printer.
Page 204: Changing The Video Output Format
How to display the [W Setting] menu 3 button Changing the Video Output Format When you connect the camera to AV equipment, choose the appropriate video output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking and playing back images. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Video Out] on the [W Setting] menu.
Page 205: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Display
How to display the [W Setting] menu Four-way controller 3 button Adjusting the Brightness of the Display You can adjust the brightness of the display. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Brightness Level] on the [W Setting] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to adjust the brightness.
Page 206: Using The Power Saving Function
How to display the [W Setting] menu 3 button Using the Power Saving Function You can save battery power by setting the display to dim automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time. After the power saving function has been activated, the display returns to the ordinary brightness by pressing any of the buttons.
Page 207: Setting Auto Power Off
How to display the [W Setting] menu Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Setting Auto Power Off You can set the camera to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto Power Off] on the [W Setting] menu.
Page 208: Setting The Quick Zoom Function
How to display the [W Setting] menu 3 button Setting the Quick Zoom Function While playing back images in Q mode, you can set whether to use Quick Zoom to enlarge the playback image to 10× when pressing the Zoom/f/y button towards y once. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Quick Zoom] on the [W Setting] menu.
Page 209: Setting The Guide Display
How to display the [W Setting] menu Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Setting the Guide Display You can choose whether or not to display a guide for the mode you choose in the Capture Mode Palette (p.56) and Playback Mode Palette (p.62).
Page 210: Resetting To Default Settings (Reset)
How to display the [W Setting] menu 3 button Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) You can reset the camera settings to their defaults. Refer to “Default Settings” (p.213) for the reset settings. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset] on the [W Setting] menu.
Page 211: Changing The Start-Up Screen
How to display the Playback Mode Palette Q button Four-way controller 4 button Changing the Start-up Screen You can choose an image to be displayed as the start-up screen when the camera is turned on. Press the Q button. The camera enters Q mode. Press the four-way controller (3).
Page 212: Displaying The Clock Mode
Displaying the Clock Mode You can use the camera as a clock. With the camera turned off, press and hold down the 4 button to display the clock on the display. Press and hold down the 4 button. The camera turns on and the clock appears on the screen.
Page 213 Memo...
Page 214: Appendix
Appendix List of World Time Cities The column “City” indicates cities that can be set as either the Initial Setting (p.39) or the World Time (p.197). The column “Video Output Format” indicates the video output format of the city set as the Initial Setting.
Page 215: Default Settings
Default Settings The table below lists the factory default settings. The meaning of the indications for menu items with a default setting is explained below. Last Memory Setting Yes : The current setting (last memory) is saved when the camera is turned off. : The setting returns to the default setting when the camera is turned off.
Page 216 Item Interval Interval Number of Shot Shoot Start Delay Blink Detection Digital Zoom Instant Review Face Priority Flash Mode Drive Mode Focus Mode Zoom Position MF Position Memory White Balance Sensitivity EV Compensation AE Metering Digital Zoom DISPLAY File No. Green Button Sharpness Saturation...
Page 217 [W Setting] Menu Items Item Format Operation Volume Playback Volume Start-up Sound Sound Shutter Sound Operation Sound Self-timer Sound Date Style (date) Date Style (time) Date Adjust Date Time Alarm Alarm Time Select time Destination (City) World Time Destination (DST) Hometown (City) Hometown (DST) Language/...
Page 218: Playback Mode Palette Items
Playback Mode Palette Items Item Digital SR Interval Slideshow Screen Effect Sound Effect Recorded Pixels Resize Quality Level Cropping Image/Sound Copy Image Rotation Digital Filter Save as Still image Movie Edit Divide Movies Frame Composite Red-eye Compensation Voice Memo Single Image/Sound Protect All Images/Sounds Single Image...
Page 219: Key Operation
Key Operation Item Function Q button Operation Mode Zoom/w/x Zoom Position button Drive Mode Four-way Shooting Mode controller Flash Mode Focus Mode 3 button Menu Display Information Display button Operation Mode I button Last Memory Default Setting Setting Q mode —...
Page 220: Functions Available For Each Shooting Mode
Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode Yes : Can be set and function is available. : Can be set but function is not available. Face Priority Smile Capture Face Priority Off , (Auto) a (Flash Off) b (Flash On) c (Auto + Red-eye) d (Flash On + Red-eye) b (Soft Flash) 9 (Single-frame shooting) Yes...
Page 221 *2, 3 *12, 19 *2, 3 Face Priority Smile Capture Face Priority Off , (Auto) a (Flash Off) b (Flash On) c (Auto + Red-eye) d (Flash On + Red-eye) b (Soft Flash) 9 (Single-frame shooting) g (Self-timer) Z (2 sec. Self-timer) 1 (Continuous Shooting) c (HS Cont.
Page 222 Face Priority Smile Capture Face Priority Off , (Auto) a (Flash Off) b (Flash On) c (Auto + Red-eye) d (Flash On + Red-eye) b (Soft Flash) 9 (Single-frame shooting) g (Self-timer) Z (2 sec. Self-timer) 1 (Continuous Shooting) c (HS Cont. Shooting) k Interval Shoot a Auto Bracket = (Standard)
Page 223 If you select one of these functions in another shooting mode and then enter 9 (Green) mode, only the function selected is available Fixed at L (Multi-segment) Fixed at Face Recognition AE when the subject’s face is recognized Fixed at a (Flash Off) Follows setting for [Movie] Not available during recording Some related settings are applied...
Page 224: Optional Accessories
USB cable I-USB7 (*) AV cable I-AVC7 (*) Strap O-ST20 (*) O-ST24 O-ST8 O-ST30/O-ST81 Camera case O-CC48 O-CC79 O-CC81 Optio W60 Skin O-CC812 Genuine leather strap Silver chain strap Waterproof strap This cover protects the camera from scratches and light impacts.
Page 225: Messages
Messages Messages such as the following may appear on the display during camera operation. Message The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery using the Battery depleted battery charger. (p.25) Memory card full The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved.
Page 226 Message Data being recorded Data being processed Built-in memory full No image to be processed This image/sound cannot be processed No card in the camera built-in memory is not enough to copy images/sounds Cannot process correctly Display image/sound from built-in memory Alarm is set Messages such as the following may appear on the display when using the PictBridge function.
Page 227 Message Printing is completed. Continue printing? Print Canceled No image to be processed Wrong DPOF setting Description Displayed when printing completes. Displayed when printing is canceled. Displayed when there are no images to print. Displayed when DPOF printing cannot be performed.
Page 228: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem The battery is not installed The camera will The battery is installed not turn on incorrectly The battery is exhausted The camera is connected to a computer No image appears The camera is on the display connected to a TV The display is set to off The brightness level of the display is set too...
Page 229 Problem The subject is too far The picture is dark away in a dark when using the environment, such as flash a night scene The subject is difficult to focus on with autofocus The subject is not in focus The subject is not in the focusing area The flash mode is set to a (flash off)
Page 230: Main Specifications
Main Specifications Type Fully automatic compact digital still camera with built-in zoom lens Number of Approx. 10 megapixels Effective Pixels Image Sensor 1/2.3 inch CCD Number of Still Recorded Pixels * Fixed at f (2592×1944) when the sensitivity is set to 3200 or * Fixed at f (2592×1944) in Digital SR mode.
Page 231 C (Best) Built-in Memory 12 pictures 157 pictures a 3072×2304 14 pictures 188 pictures f 2592×1944 22 pictures 293 pictures h 2048×1536 49 pictures 643 pictures V 1280× 960 75 pictures 974 pictures 122 pictures 1590 pictures 155 pictures 2014 pictures l 1024×...
Page 232 Digital Zoom Max. 5.7× (combines with 5× optical zoom to give zoom magnification equivalent to 28.5×) Motion Blur Still Reduction Movie Display 2.5"LCD, Wide viewing angle, approx. 230,000 dots, AR Coating Playback modes Single-frame, 9-frame Index, Enlargement (max. 10×, scrollable), Face Close-up Playback, Folder Display, Calendar Display, Sound Playback, Histogram Display, Bright/Dark Portion Display, Deleting Selected Images, Digital SR, Slideshow, Resize, Cropping,...
Page 233 Drive Modes Single-frame, Self-timer (approx. 10 sec., approx. 2 sec.), Continuous Shooting, HS Cont. Shooting, Interval Shoot, Auto Bracket Self-timer Electronic control type, control time: Approx. 10 sec., 2 sec. Time Function World Time Clock Mode Alarm Power Source Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI78, AC adapter kit (optional) Battery Life Number of Recordable...
Page 234: Warranty Policy
Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your PENTAX was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in that country.
Page 235 Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.
Page 236 For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 237: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. Located at: 600 12 Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A. Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device.
Page 238 Information on disposal for users 1. In the European Union If your product is marked with this symbol, it means that used electrical/electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. There exists a separate collection system for these products. Used electric/electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
Page 239: Index
Index Symbols [A Rec.Mode] menu ... 54 A mode ... 12, 142 I button ... 48, 50 Q button ... 47, 49 Q mode ... 12, 142 [W Setting] menu ... 55 9 Green Mode ... 66 X Green Button .. 48, 50, 121 i Delete ...
Page 240 Charging a battery ... 25 Checking the Memory Card ... 37 Color Mode ... 135 Computer ... 201 Connecting to a printer ... 180 Continuous Shooting 1 ... 88 Contrast ... 126 Copy ... 167 Cropping ... 166 Dark portions ... 22 Date and time ...
Page 241 Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function ... 136 Multi-segment metering L ... 110 Nine-image display f ... 143 NTSC ... 202 Number of pixels ... 104 Number of Recordable Images ... 35 Number of Shot ... 117 4/W button .. 48, 50 Optional accessory ...
Page 242 Strap ... 24 Taking pictures underwater ... 69 Total Time ... 137 Tungsten Light I ... 108 TV ... 154 Underwater ... 69 USB connection mode ... 201 Video output format ... 202 Voice Memo ... 188 Waterproof and Dustproof ...
Page 243 Memo...
Page 244 PENTAX France S.A.S. PENTAX (Schweiz) AG PENTAX Italia S.r.l. PENTAX Europe GmbH (Tyskland) Filial Sverige PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. PENTAX Canada Inc. PENTAX Trading (SHANGHAI) Limited Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.

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Pentax Optio W60 Operating Manual

This Operating Manual Contains the Following Chapters.

Getting Started

Quick Start

Common Operations

Taking Pictures

Playing Back and Deleting Images

Editing and Printing Images

Recording and Playing Back Sound

Settings

Appendix

Quick Links

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