Page 1: Digital Camera
Digital Camera 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: Accessories
Accessories As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all accessories shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer. Rechargeable lithium ion USB-AC adaptor Micro USB cable battery (NP-160) (AD-C54UJ) To attach the strap to the camera Attach strap here.
Page 3: Read This First
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Quick Start Basics What you can do with your CASIO camera ......16 Tilting the Monitor Screen ........18 First, charge the battery prior to use..
Page 5 Shooting a Burst of Images ....... . (CS) . . 58 Shooting with High Speed CS.
Page 6 Advanced Settings (REC MENU) Configuring Recording Settings ........99 Changing to Left-handed Golfer Guidelines .
Page 7 Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots ..........120 Viewing a Movie.
Page 8 Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing Recording a Swing and Moment of Impact ......147 Recording in Slow Motion from Behind .
Page 9 Printing Printing Snapshots..........186 Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies .
Page 10 Appendix Safety Precautions..........213 Precautions During Use.
Page 11: General Guide
General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained. Front Back 1 2 3 4 5 bn bo bs br [0] (Movie) button Front shutter button [MENU] button (page 71) (pages 102, 131, 179) (pages 71, 99) Zoom controller [MODE] button [p] (PLAY) button...
Page 12: Monitor Screen Contents And How To Change Them
Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes.
Page 13: Movie Recording
. Snapshot Recording (Burst Shooting) Continuous Shutter (CS) speed (page 58) Recording mode (page 32) Remaining snapshot memory capacity (page 241) Allowable CS time*/number of CS images (page 58) It is not displayed while shooting with Prerecord CS. Remaining movie memory capacity (page 242) Continuous Shutter mode (page 58) Prerecord CS shots (page 59) Maximum CS shots (page 58)
Page 14: Movie Playback
. Snapshot Viewing Recording mode (page 32) Histogram (page 117) Front shutter button function (page 131) Wireless LAN connection status (pages 180, 182) Date/time (page 209) Metering mode (page 52) White balance (page 139) Battery level indicator (page 25) bmbl Flash (page 50) File type Exposure compensation (page 49)
Page 15: Configuring Monitor Screen Settings
. Configuring Monitor Screen Settings Each press of [8] (DISP) will cycle through display settings that display or hide on-screen information. You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. [8] (DISP) REC mode Information on Displays setting information. Information off Hides setting information.
Page 16: Quick Start Basics
Quick Start Basics What you can do with your CASIO camera Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, including the following main functions. Golf Swing Shooting and Analysis...
Page 17 Premium Auto Pro Select Premium Auto Pro recording and the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a subject or scenery, and other conditions. Premium Auto Pro delivers higher image quality than standard Auto. *See page for more information. Quick Collage This function can be used to combine multiple snapshots into a single collage image.
Page 18: Tilting The Monitor Screen
Tilting the Monitor Screen The monitor screen can be tilted upwards up to 180 degrees. . Tilting the Monitor Screen As shown in the illustration, you can tilt the monitor screen by opening it from the bottom. . Returning the Monitor Screen to Its Normal Position You can return the monitor screen to its normal 180 degrees...
Page 19 . What you can do with the camera... Shoot self-portraits You can position the monitor screen so it faces in the same direction as the lens, for easy composition of self-portraits. You can also use a stand on the back of the camera to keep the camera upright when placed on a tabletop or other surface.
Page 20: First, Charge The Battery Prior To Use
Note that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps below to load the battery into the camera and charge it. • Your camera requires a special CASIO rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-160) for power. Never try to use any other type of battery.
Page 21: Charge The Battery
To replace the battery Open the battery cover and Stopper remove the current battery. Load a new battery. Charge the Battery You can use either of the two following methods to charge the camera’s battery. • USB-AC adaptor • USB connection to a computer (Using the included micro USB cable.) .
Page 22 IMPORTANT! • A battery that has not been used for a long time, or ambient temperature extremes can cause charging to take longer than normal. If charging takes longer than about five hours, a timer will terminate it automatically, even if the battery is not fully charged.
Page 23 . To charge using a USB connection to a computer USB connection lets you charge the battery while it is loaded in the camera. While the camera is turned off, connect in the sequence shown below ( Computer (power turned on) [USB] port USB port Micro USB cable...
Page 24 Back Lamp Operation Back lamp Lamp Status Description Lit Red, Charging (Lit/Flashing Amber) Abnormal ambient temperature, Flashing Red charging taking abnormally long, or battery problem (page 227) Off, (Lit Green) Charging complete • The information in parentheses in the above table shows the lamp status while the camera is turned on during charging.
Page 25: Configuring Basic Settings The First Time You Turn On The Camera
Checking Remaining Battery Power As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below. Remaining Power High Battery Indicator Indicator Color White * White indicates battery power is low. Charge the battery as soon as possible. Recording is not possible when is indicated.
Page 26 Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the [ON/OFF] (Power) camera. Use [8] and [2] to select the language you want and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select a date style and then press [SET]. Example: July 10, 2015 YY/MM/DD 15/7/10 DD/MM/YY...
Page 27: Preparing A Memory Card
Y indicator will turn yellow on the monitor screen. In order to avoid problems such as these, use of an Ultra High Speed Type SD memory card is recommended. Note, however that CASIO makes no guarantees about the operation of any Ultra High Speed Type SD memory card used with this camera.
Page 28: To Load A Memory Card
• Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 27) into the memory card slot. • Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery, and contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Quick Start Basics...
Page 29: To Format (Initialize) A New Memory Card
To replace the memory card Press the memory card and then release it. This will cause it to pop out of the memory card slot slightly. Pull the card out the rest of the way and then insert another one. •...
Page 30: Turning The Camera On And Off
Turning the Camera On and Off . To turn power on Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) enters the REC mode so [ON/OFF] (Power) you can record images. Pressing [p] (PLAY) while in the REC mode enters the PLAY mode, which you Shutter button can use to view snapshots and movies (pages 36, 120).
Page 31: Holding The Camera Correctly
Holding the Camera Correctly Your images will not come out Horizontal Vertical clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button, be sure to hold the camera as shown in the illustration, and keep it still by pressing your arms firmly against your sides as you shoot.
Page 32: To Shoot A Snapshot
To shoot a snapshot Selecting an Auto Recording Mode You can select one of two auto recording modes (Program Auto or Premium Auto Pro) according to your digital imaging needs. REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display Ù Program This is the standard Auto recording mode. Auto With Premium Auto Pro recording, the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a...
Page 33: To Shoot A Snapshot
To shoot a snapshot Point the camera at the subject. • If you are shooting with Premium Auto Pro, text will appear at the bottom of the monitor screen describing the type of shot the camera has detected. • You can zoom the image, if you want. Appears when the camera detects it is stationary on a tripod.
Page 34 Continuing to keep the camera still, Full-press press the shutter button the rest of the way down. This records the snapshot. Snap (Image is recorded.) Recording a Movie [0] (Movie) Press [0] (Movie) to start movie recording. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop movie recording. See the following pages for details.
Page 35 . Shooting with Premium Auto Pro • Some menu items are not available while Premium Auto Pro is in use (page 99). Only the menu items whose settings can be configured will be displayed on the menus while Premium Auto Pro is in use. •...
Page 36: Viewing Snapshots
Viewing Snapshots Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. • For information about how to play back movies, see page 120. • For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page 122. Turn on the camera and press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode.
Page 37: Deleting Snapshots And Movies
Deleting Snapshots and Movies If memory becomes full, you can delete snapshots and movies you no longer need in order to free up storage and record more images. IMPORTANT! • Remember that a file (image) delete operation cannot be undone. •...
Page 38: Snapshot Shooting Precautions
. To delete all files Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ( Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete All Files” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and then press [SET] to delete all files. This will cause the message “There are no files.”...
Page 39: Auto Focus Restrictions
. Auto Focus Restrictions • Any of the following can make proper focus impossible. – Solid color wall or other very low contrast subject – Strongly back lit subject – Very shiny subject – Blinds or other subject with a repeating horizontal pattern –...
Page 40: Snapshot Tutorial
Snapshot Tutorial Selecting the Recording Mode Your camera has a variety of different recording modes. [MODE] Before recording an image, select the recording mode that suits the type of image you are trying to record. In the REC mode, press [MODE]. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the recording mode you want to use, and then press [SET].
Page 41: Using The Control Panel
Using the Control Panel The Control Panel can be used to configure camera [8] [2] [4] [6] settings. In the REC mode, press [SET]. [SET] • You can also display the Control Panel by pressing [2]. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change, and use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want.
Page 42: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-timer (Self-timer) With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Self-timer) Control Panel option.
Page 43: Adjusting White Balance
NOTE • The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. High Speed CS with Prerecord CS, Prerecord (Movie), Slide Panorama, Wide Shot, Triple Shot • The Triple Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. Movie, Time Lapse, High Speed CS, Multi SR Zoom, HS Night Shot, HS Best Selection, Blurred Background, All-In-Focus Macro Adjusting White Balance (White Balance) You can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where you are...
Page 44 REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display For configuring the camera manually to suit a particular light source Select “Manual WB”. Blank white paper Under the lighting conditions you plan to use when shooting, point · Manual the camera at a blank white piece of paper so it fills the entire monitor screen and then press...
Page 45: Selecting A Focus Mode
Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus) • Auto Focus is the only focus mode available while Make-up (page 48) or Face Detection (page 110) is enabled. To select another focus mode, first turn off Make- up and Face Detection. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Focus) Control Panel option.
Page 46 NOTE • An Auto Macro feature detects how far the subject is from the lens and automatically selects either Macro Focus or Auto Focus accordingly. • Use of the flash together with Macro Focus can cause the light of the flash to become blocked, which may result in unwanted lens shadows in your image.
Page 47: Specifying Iso Sensitivity
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) ISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (ISO Sensitivity) Control Panel option. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description...
Page 48: Recording Beautiful Portraits
Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up) Make-up enables adjustment of human skin tone hues and texture, and softening of facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. Make-up can be used with the recording modes listed below. • Program Auto •...
Page 49: Correcting Image Brightness
Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it. • Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV • Unit: 1/3EV In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (EV Shift) Control Panel option.
Page 50: Using Flash
Using Flash (Flash) In the REC mode, press [2] Flash ) once. [2] ( Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display Flash fires automatically in accordance with Auto Flash None exposure (amount of light and brightness)
Page 51 IMPORTANT! • Foreign matter on the flash window can react with the light of the flash, producing some smoke and abnormal odor. Though this does not indicate malfunction, oil from your fingers and other foreign matter when left on the flash window can become difficult to clean off later.
Page 52: Specifying The Metering Mode
Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering) The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Metering) Control Panel option. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description...
Page 53: Shooting With Zoom
Shooting with Zoom Your camera is equipped with various types of zoom: optical zoom, HD Zoom, Single SR Zoom, Multi SR Zoom, and digital zoom. The maximum zoom factor depends on the image size setting and the digital zoom on/off settings. Zooming is performed by changing the lens focal distance, so Optical zoom there is no deterioration of image quality.
Page 54: Monitor Screen Information When Zooming
Monitor Screen Information when Zooming A variety of information is shown on the monitor screen while a zoom operation is in progress. . Zoom Mode Icons Zoom mode Focal distance (Converted to 35 mm film Focusing Range format.) (Displayed for Auto Focus, Macro Focus, and Manual Image quality limit Focus.)
Page 55: Interpreting The Zoom Bar
. Interpreting the Zoom Bar During a zoom operation, a zoom bar appears on the monitor screen to show the current zoom setting. Range where image deterioration is Deteriorated image range suppressed. Wide Angle Telephoto Zoom pointer Optical zoom limit point (Indicates current zoom.) Point from which image deteriorates •...
Page 56: Zooming With Super Resolution
Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR)) There are two types of Super Resolution Zoom: Single SR Zoom and Multi SR Zoom. Single SR Zoom uses super resolution to expand the zoom range in which image quality deterioration is minimized. Multi SR Zoom shoots a series of High Speed CS images, which are then combined into an image that enables shooting at higher zoom ratios without loss of image quality.
Page 57: Expanding The Zoom Range To Shoot Clearer Snapshots (Multi Sr Zoom)
Expanding the Zoom Range to Shoot Clearer Snapshots (Multi SR Zoom) This feature uses super resolution technology and multiple Continuous Shutter (CS) images to expand the zoom range for overall images of higher quality and clarity (page 56). In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Multi SR Zoom” (page 82). Press the shutter button to shoot.
Page 58: Shooting A Burst Of Images
Shooting a Burst of Images (CS) Shooting with High Speed CS With High Speed CS, recording continues as long as you CS speed keep the shutter button depressed. The table below shows the settings that can be specified for the CS speed and the number of images per High Speed CS operation.
Page 59: Shooting With Prerecord Cs
Use [4] and [6] to select the maximum number of shots and then press [SET]. Press the shutter button the rest of the way and hold it down. Shooting of images will continue as long as you depress the shutter button or until the maximum number of images specified by “High Speed CS fps”...
Page 60 Use [4] and [6] to select the continuous shutter (CS) speed you want. • Use a higher “High Speed CS fps” setting when shooting a fast-moving subject. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Maximum CS Shots) Control Panel option. Use [4] and [6] to select the maximum number of shots.
Page 61: Using Continuous Shutter With Auto Focus
NOTE • The greater the number of shots, the longer it takes to save them after shooting is complete. • When using a continuous shutter mode, keep the camera still until shooting is finished. • Zoom is disabled during continuous shutter operations. •...
Page 62 NOTE • Zoom is disabled during continuous shutter operations. • The following image sizes cannot be selected while shooting with Auto Focus CS: 3:2, 16:9. If select AF CS while either of these image sizes is selected, the camera will automatically switch the images size setting to 16M. •...
Page 63: Triggering A Self-Timer Operation With Motion
Triggering a Self-timer Operation with Motion (Handsfree) With the Handsfree Mode, the camera automatically triggers a self-timer countdown whenever it detects movement in the vicinity of an icon on the monitor screen. This means you can control operation of the self-timer from a distance by waving your hand, so you can include yourself in the image being shot.
Page 64 NOTE • In the case of snapshot shooting, the camera will return to standby after an image is shot. The camera will automatically exit standby after 30 snapshots are shot using the Handsfree Mode. • Any one of the following will automatically exit standby: pressing the shutter button, changing the tilt orientation of the monitor screen, or turning the camera upside down.
Page 65: Configuring Handsfree Mode Settings
Configuring Handsfree Mode Settings (Handsfree) Use the procedure below to configure Handsfree Mode settings. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “ r REC MENU” tab, and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Handsfree” and then press [SET]. Configure Handsfree settings.
Page 66: Repositioning The Motion Detection Area
Repositioning the Motion Detection Area (Motion Position) Use the procedure below to reposition the motion detection area (Start self-timer icon) as required when it (or the preview icon ) hinders your view of the display image. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Start self-timer icon Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “...
Page 67: Shooting With Artistic Effects
Shooting with Artistic Effects (ART SHOT) A variety of artistic effects help to make even common, ordinary subjects become more novel and exciting. Scene Description Uses HDR (High Dynamic Range, page 88) to turn normal HDR Art images into works of art. Dark edges and altered hues make images look like they Toy Camera were shot by a toy camera.
Page 68 Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top. The intensity of the selected effect can be adjusted as described below. Scene Adjustment HDR Art Effect level Toy Camera Soft Focus Effect level Light Tone Effect level Sepia...
Page 69: Saving A Second Normal Image When Shooting With Hdr Art
NOTE • Depending on the “ART SHOT” scenes, some of the items on the menu that appears may not be usable. • With this “ART SHOT” scene, the flash setting automatically becomes ? (Flash Off). • Movie recording is disabled while “Sparkling Shot” or “ART SHOT Bracketing” is selected.
Page 70: Shooting Three Versions Of An Image With Different Skin Tone Settings
Shooting Three Versions of an Image with Different Skin Tone Settings (Make-up BKT) Make-up Bracketing (Make-up BKT) lets you shoot three versions of the same image with the press of the shutter button, each with a different Skin Tone setting. One of the images is shot using the camera’s current Skin Tone setting, while the other two images are shot using variations of the Skin Tone setting.
Page 71: Recording Movies
Recording Movies To record a movie The following procedure explains how to record a standard (STD) movie. This camera supports Premium Auto Pro movie recording (page 72). See the pages indicated below for more information about movies. High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 74 High speed movie (HS movie): page 74 [0] (Movie) In the REC mode, press [MODE].
Page 72: Audio
Recording Movies with Premium Auto Pro When Premium Auto Pro is enabled (page 32), the camera automatically make judgments about the subject, shooting conditions, and other parameters. The result is higher quality images than those produced by Program Auto recording. The shooting environment detected by the camera is displayed at the bottom of the REC mode screen.
Page 73 IMPORTANT! • Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. The camera may automatically adjust its monitor screen brightness in order to reduce heat generation.
Page 74: Recording A High-Definition Movie
Recording a High-definition Movie This camera supports recording of high-definition (FHD) movies. The aspect ratio of an FHD movie is 16:9, the image size is 1920 1080 pixels, and the frame rate is 30 fps. Image quality and image size settings cannot be changed. In the REC mode, press [MODE].
Page 75 Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “ r REC MENU” tab, and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Movie Quality” and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select the frame rate (recording speed) you want and then press [SET].
Page 76 NOTE • The higher the frame rate (speed), the more lighting is required when shooting. When shooting a high speed movie, shoot in a well-lit environment. • When recording certain types of movies, the image that appears on the monitor screen may be smaller than normal.
Page 77: Using Prerecord Movie
Using Prerecord Movie (Prerecord (Movie)) Prerecord (Movie) maintains a pre-recording of approximately five seconds of action (approximately two seconds for High Speed Movie). When you start real-time recording, the pre-recorded content is stored followed by the real-time recording, to help make sure you do not miss anything by being late pressing the record button. [0] (Movie) [0] (Movie) Movie...
Page 78: Recording A Time Lapse Movie
. To shoot a Prerecord Movie After using the above procedure to set up the camera for Prerecord Movie, point the camera at the subject. When you are ready to record, press [0] (Movie). This will save the approximately five seconds of action that was prerecorded in the buffer before you pressed [0] (Movie) (two seconds if you are using high speed movie) and start real-time recording.
Page 79 Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the (Time Lapse Settings) Control Panel option, and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “ Interval” or “ Total Time”, press [6], and then use [8] and [2] to change the setting. Each scene is initially configured with unique “...
Page 80 • The following functions cannot be used with this function. Single SR Zoom, Anti Shake, Lighting, Continuous AF, Triple Self-timer, Handsfree, Face Detection, Metering, ISO, ISO High Limit, Make-up • The frame rate of playback of movies shot with this function is 20 fps. Movie quality depends on the scene you are using.
Page 81: Shooting A Snapshot While Shooting A Movie
Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie (Snapshot In Movie) You can shoot snapshots while movie recording is in progress. When the camera is in the Single Shot mode, you can shoot snapshots one-by-one. In the CS mode, holding down the shutter button will record up to seven consecutive images at a speed of approximately 10 images per second (fps).
Page 82: Using Best Shot
Using BEST SHOT BEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditions. When you need to change the setup of the camera, simply find the scene that matches what you are trying to achieve, and the camera sets up for it automatically.
Page 83 . Using the Scene Information Screen To find out more about a scene, select it with the boundary on the scene menu and then rotate the zoom controller in either direction. • To return to the scene menu, rotate the zoom controller again.
Page 84: Recording Beautiful Portraits
Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up) Make-up enables adjustment of human skin tone hues and texture, and softening of facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. In the BEST SHOT mode, select “Make-up” (page 82). Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the “ ”...
Page 85: Shooting With Triple Shot
Shooting with Triple Shot Triple Shot shoots a burst of three images and stores them in memory. This feature is great for making sure you don’t miss those special moments when kids are around. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Triple Shot” (page 82). Point the camera at the subject and then half-press the shutter button.
Page 86: Shooting With High Speed Anti Shake
Shooting with High Speed Anti Shake (HS Anti Shake) In addition to optical Anti Shake, a single press of the shutter button while HS Anti Shake is enabled causes the camera to record multiple images and automatically combine them. Use this feature to minimize image blur due to camera movement under conditions where optical anti shake is not possible for some reason.
Page 87: Shooting Bright Images In The Dark Without Flash
Shooting Bright Images in the Dark without Flash (HS Night Shot) The camera shoots a series of images and then merges them into a final image. The result is a bright image, even if shot in the dark without a flash. Shot with “Program Auto”, without flash Shot with “HS Night Shot”...
Page 88: Digitally Correcting For Overexposure And Underexposure
Digitally Correcting for Overexposure and Underexposure (HDR) With HDR (High Dynamic Range), the camera shoots a series of CS images using different exposure settings and combines them into a final image to correct for overexposure or underexposure of subjects of different brightness levels. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “HDR”...
Page 89: Shooting With A Blurred Background
Shooting with a Blurred Background (Blurred Background) This function analyzes a burst of consecutive images and then blurs the background behind the main subject. This creates an effect that really makes the subject stand out, just like photographs taken with a single-lens reflex camera. The blur effect can be set to one of three levels.
Page 90: Shooting With Full Focus Macro
Shooting with Full Focus Macro (All-In-Focus Macro) All-In-Focus Macro shoots and analyzes a burst of multiple images and combines them in a way that produces an image in which everything is in focus: from nearby objects to distant objects. “Program Auto” image All-In-Focus Macro In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “All-In-Focus Macro”...
Page 91: Shooting With Priority On Subject Faces
Shooting with Priority on Subject Faces (HS Best Selection) With HS Best Selection, the camera automatically shoots a series of images, and selects the best one based on facial image blur, and facial expression (whether the subject is smiling or blinking). In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “HS Best Selection”...
Page 92: Shooting A Panorama Image
Shooting a Panorama Image (Slide Panorama) With Slide Panorama, you move the camera to compose and record multiple images, which are then combined to a panorama. This feature lets you shoot a panorama of up to 360 degrees, which is dramatically greater than the physical capabilities of the lens.
Page 93 Press the shutter button the rest of the way down and a slide cursor will appear on the monitor screen. Slowly move the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow on the screen until the slide cursor reaches the other end of its movement range (i.e.
Page 94: Shooting With A Super Wide Angle Of View
Shooting with a Super Wide Angle of View (Wide Shot) With this feature, a number of images are shot and then combined to produce an image with a super-wide angle of view that exceeds the widest angle of view possible with the lens.
Page 95 Point the camera at the subject you want in the center of the image and then half-press the shutter button to focus. • The outer blue boundary on the screen indicates the Desired image recordable range of the image. Blue boundary Center part at the start of the shooting operation Press the shutter button the rest of the way...
Page 96 NOTE • The “15 mm” and “19 mm” angle of view values are approximate and are provided for reference only. Actual angle of view values are not guaranteed. • Zoom operations are not supported during Wide Shot shooting. The zoom setting is fixed at full wide angle.
Page 97: Using A Tv Screen To Shoot Snapshots
Using a TV Screen to Shoot Snapshots (HDMI TV Output) Use the procedure below to configure the camera for shooting snapshots with an aspect ratio of 16:9, as you compose them on a TV screen. Turn off the camera and use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to a TV.
Page 98 NOTE • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 128. • If you want to change the digital video signal format, first unplug the HDMI cable from the camera (page 129). • The settings in the table below are fixed while shooting with this function. Image Size 16:9 AF Area...
Page 99: Advanced Settings (Rec Menu)
Advanced Settings (REC MENU) The following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings. • You also can use the Control Panel (page 41) to configure some of the settings that appear on the menu screen. Refer to the page references provided in this section for information about configuring settings using the Control Panel.
Page 100: Changing To Left-Handed Golfer Guidelines
. Menu Operations in This Manual Menu operations are represented in this manual as shown below. The following operation is the same as the one described under “Example Menu Screen Operation” on page 99. Press [4] and then use [8] and [2] to select the “...
Page 101: Configuring Handsfree Settings
Configuring Handsfree Settings (Handsfree) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Handsfree See pages 63, 65 for details. Configuring Motion Position Settings (Motion Position) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Motion Position See page 66 for details.
Page 102: Assigning A Recording Function To The Front Shutter Button
Assigning a Recording Function to the Front Shutter Button (Front Shutter) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Front Shutter This setting can be used to assign the recording function to be performed when the front shutter button is pressed while the camera is in the REC mode.
Page 103: Shooting A Burst Of Images
Shooting a Burst of Images (CS) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * CS See page 58 for details. To select the snapshot image size (Image Size) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Image Size Suggested Image Size REC Screen...
Page 104 • Available image sizes are limited for some functions as noted below. This image size cannot be selected when using “HS Night Shot”. Selecting “16M” in another mode and then switching to “HS Night Shot” will cause the image size to change to “10M” automatically. These image sizes cannot be selected when using “High Speed CS”...
Page 105: Specifying Snapshot Image Quality
Specifying Snapshot Image Quality (Image Quality) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Image Quality REC Screen Icon Setting Description Display Fine Gives image quality priority. Normal Normal • The “Fine” setting helps to bring out details when shooting a finely detailed image of nature that includes dense tree branches or leaves, or an image of a complex pattern.
Page 106 Settings REC Screen Approximate Data Rate (Quality Description Icon Display (Frame Rate) (pixels)) Use this setting for standard 3.8 Megabits/second movie recording. Recording with (30 frames/second) this setting is performed using an aspect ratio of 4:3. 40.0 Megabits/second HS1000 (1000 frames/second) 40.0 Megabits/second HS480 (480 frames/second)
Page 107: Specifying Iso Sensitivity
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * ISO For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 47. Specifying the ISO Sensitivity Upper Limit (ISO High Limit) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * ISO High Limit REC Screen Settings...
Page 108: Reducing The Effects Of Camera And Subject Movement
Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement (Anti Shake) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Anti Shake You can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or camera movement when shooting a moving subject using telephoto, when shooting a fast-moving subject, or when shooting under dim lighting conditions.
Page 109: Zooming With Super Resolution
Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR)) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Zoom (SR) See page 56 for details. Turning Digital Zoom On or Off (Digital Zoom) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Digital Zoom Select “On”...
Page 110: Shooting With Face Detection
Shooting with Face Detection (Face Detection) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Face Detection When shooting people, the face detection feature detects the faces of up to ten individuals and adjusts focus and brightness accordingly. Use [8] and [2] to select “On”...
Page 111: Specifying The Auto Focus Area
Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * AF Area You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus metering area for shooting snapshots. • When recording movies, the AF metering area is always “U Spot”. Settings Description The camera automatically determines the focus point on the...
Page 112: Recording Beautiful Portraits
IMPORTANT! • Auto Focus is disabled when “MF” (Manual Focus) is selected for the focus mode (page 45), even if you select an AF area. • Selecting “O Tracking” can cause vibration and noise to occur due to lens operation while tracking a subject. This does not indicate malfunction. •...
Page 113: Optimizing Image Brightness
Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Lighting You can use this setting to optimize the balance between bright areas and dark areas when shooting images. Settings Description Performs brightness correction. When this option is selected, it takes longer for the image to be stored after the shutter button is pressed.
Page 114: Correcting Image Brightness
Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * EV Shift For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 49. Adjusting White Balance (White Balance) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * White Balance For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 43.
Page 115: Specifying Flash Intensity
Specifying Flash Intensity (Flash Intensity) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Flash Intensity You can specify flash intensity to one of five levels from +2 (brightest flash) to –2 (least bright flash). •...
Page 116: Using The Auto Focus Assist Light
Using the Auto Focus Assist Light (AF Assist Light) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * AF Assist Light Half-pressing the shutter button while this setting is selected Front lamp causes the front lamp to light, which provides illumination for focusing in areas where lighting is dim.
Page 117: Using Icon Help
Using Icon Help (Icon Help) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Icon Help While Icon Help is turned on, a textual description will appear on the display for certain icons when you switch between REC functions. Functions Supported by Icon Help •...
Page 118: How To Use The Histogram
Selecting “On” for this setting displays a semitransparent gray frame on the monitor screen. The area within the frame is what is Movie Range recorded as the movie. Semi-transparent gray frame . How to Use the Histogram A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels.
Page 119: Configuring Power On Default Settings
Configuring Power On Default Settings (Memory) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Memory This setting lets you specify which camera settings should be remembered by the camera when it is turned off, and restored the next time the camera is turned on. To have the camera remember a setting, you should enable the setting’s memory.
Page 120: Viewing Snapshots And Movies
Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots See page 36 for the procedure for viewing snapshots. Viewing a Movie Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie you want to view. Press [SET] to start playback. Movie icon: »/»...
Page 121: Viewing A Panorama Image
Rotate the zoom controller in the direction of z ([). • During movie playback, you can zoom the image and then use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll around the Zoom image on the monitor screen. You can zoom a movie image up to 4.5 times normal size.
Page 122: Viewing Continuous Shutter Images
Viewing Continuous Shutter Images Each time you shoot with continuous shutter (CS), the camera creates a group that includes all of the images for that particular session. You can use the following procedure to play back the images in a particular group. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the group whose images you want to view.
Page 123: Deleting Continuous Shutter Images
Playback Controls During playback, changes the playback direction and playback speed. [4] [6] While playback is paused, scrolls forward or back. • Playback speed cannot be adjusted while the displayed image is zoomed. [SET] Toggles between pause and play. Zooms the image. •...
Page 124 . Deleting Multiple Files in a Group While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “Edit Group” menu. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete Frames” and then press [SET]. This displays a file selection screen.
Page 125: Dividing Up A Group
Dividing Up a Group Use the following to divide up a Group into individual images. . Dividing Up a Specific Group In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “p PLAY MENU” tab, and then press [SET].
Page 126: Copying A Group Image
Copying a Group Image Use the following procedure to copy an image in a group to a location outside of the group. While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “Edit Group” menu. Use [8] and [2] to select “Copy”, and then press [SET].
Page 127: Zooming An On-Screen Image
Zooming an On-screen Image In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed. Rotate the zoom controller towards z ([) to Zoom factor zoom. Image area You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the zoomed image on the monitor screen.
Page 128: Viewing Snapshots And Movies On A Tv Screen
Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to the • Use a commercially available HDMI cable that is marked with the logo shown to the right. • Make sure that the camera is turned off before plugging in or unplugging the cable.
Page 129 NOTE • Use a HDMI cable that with a plug that is compatible with the camera’s HDMI micro connector on one end, and a plug that is compatible with your TV’s HDMI connector on the other end. • Proper image and/or audio output and other operations may not be possible with some devices.
Page 130: Other Playback Functions (Play Menu)
Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other playback operations. For information about menu operations, see page 99. Displaying Two Movies Side-by-side (Dual Screen Play) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Dual Screen Play See page 168 for details.
Page 131: Assigning A Function To The Front Shutter Button
Assigning a Function to the Front Shutter Button (Front Shutter) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Front Shutter This setting can be used to assign the function to be performed when the front shutter button is pressed while the camera is in the PLAY mode. PLAY Screen Description (When front shutter button is Setting...
Page 132: Viewing Snapshots And Movies In Camera Memory
Viewing Snapshots and Movies in Camera Memory on a Smartphone (View on phone) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * View on phone See page 185 for details. Creating a Collage Image (Quick Collage) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Quick Collage This function can be used to combine multiple snapshots into a single collage image.
Page 133: Playing A Slideshow On The Camera
Playing a Slideshow on the Camera (Slideshow) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Slideshow Start Starts the slideshow Images Specifies the type of images to be included in the slideshow All images: Snapshots, movies, continuous shutter images All except Z : All non-continuous shutter (CS) images T Only: Snapshots only »...
Page 134 Effect Select the effect you want. Pattern 1 to 5: Plays background music and applies an image change effect. • Patterns 2 through 4 have different background music, but they all use the same image change effect. • Pattern 5 can be used for playback of snapshots only (except for those that are part of a CS group), and the “Interval”...
Page 135: Transferring Music From Your Computer To Camera Memory
Transferring Music from Your Computer to Camera Memory You can replace the built-in slideshow background music with other music from your computer. Supported File Types: • PCM format (16-bit, monaural / stereo) WAV files • Sampling Frequencies: 11.025 kHz/22.05 kHz/44.1 kHz Number of Files: 9 File names: SSBGM001.WAV to SSBGM009.WAV •...
Page 136: Editing A Movie On The Camera
Editing a Movie on the Camera (Movie Editing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Movie Screen of Movie to be Edited * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Movie Editing The Movie Editing feature lets you use one of the following procedures to edit out a specific part of a movie.
Page 137 IMPORTANT! • When you edit a movie, only the result is saved. The original movie is not retained. An editing operation cannot be undone. NOTE • A movie that is shorter than five seconds cannot be edited. • Editing of movies recorded with a different type of camera is not supported. •...
Page 138: To Merge Two Movies
To merge two movies (Movie Merge) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Display one of the movies you want to merge. * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Movie Merge This procedure combines two movies. The play times of the each movies must be less than 10 minutes, and the two movies must be of the same quality and frame rate.
Page 139: Optimizing Image Brightness
Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Lighting You can use this setting to adjust the balance between bright areas and dark areas in existing images in the range of 0 (no optimization) to +2 (bright). NOTE •...
Page 140: Adjusting The Brightness Of An Existing Snapshot
Adjusting the Brightness of an Existing Snapshot (Brightness) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Brightness You can select one of five brightness levels, from +2 (brightest) to –2 (least bright). NOTE • The original snapshot is retained in memory and not deleted. •...
Page 141: Protecting A File Against Deletion
Protecting a File Against Deletion (Protect) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Protect Protects specific files. Use [4] and [6] to select the image that you want to protect. • To view a particular image, rotate the zoom controller.
Page 142 . To protect all the images in a group While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Protect” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Frame all”, and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “All Frames On”...
Page 143 Rotating an Image (Rotation) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot or Movie Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Rotation Use [8] and [2] to select “Rotation” and then press [SET]. Each press of [SET] will rotate the displayed image 90 degrees left. When the displayed image is at the orientation you want, press [MENU].
Page 144: Cropping A Snapshot
Cropping a Snapshot (Trimming) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Trimming You can crop a snapshot to trim parts you do not need, and Zoom factor save the result in a separate file. The original snapshot is Represents also retained.
Page 145: Combining Cs Images Into A Single Still Image
Combining CS Images into a Single Still Image (CS Multi Print) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Display CS group. * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * CS Multi Print Use [8] and [2] to select “Create”. • You can use [4] and [6] to select a different CS group, if you want. Press [SET].
Page 146: Using The Camera To Record And Analyze A Golf Swing
Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing This guide explains how to use the BEST SHOT golf swing scenes to record a golf swing and then analyze its movements. From the behind From the front Moment of Impact Two-swing comparison Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing...
Page 147: Recording A Swing And Moment Of Impact
Recording a Swing and Moment of Impact Your camera includes a variety of recording features that make it easy to check your golf swing and moment of impact. The BEST SHOT scenes available for golf swing recording are listed below. Select the one that suits the kind of analysis you want to perform.
Page 148 Use [4] and [6] to select the movie quality setting you want and then press [SET]. Movie REC Screen Frame Rate Image Size (Pixels) Quality Icon Display HS120 120fps HS240 240fps Perform the operation required for the type of image you want to shoot. •...
Page 149 Move a golf club or something else near the (start self-timer) icon. When the camera detects subject movement near the icon, it will automatically start a countdown from the Handsfree timer start time. The camera will start shooting the movie when the countdown reaches zero. After five seconds, recording will stop automatically and the (preview) icon will appear on the monitor screen.
Page 150 . To shoot from behind with normal movie recording Get the golfer’s body aligned with the guide that appears on the camera monitor screen. Press [0] (Movie). This starts movie recording. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop recording. Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing...
Page 151: Recording In Slow Motion From The Front
Recording in Slow Motion from the Front (Slow motion front (outdoors/indoors)) Use the procedures in this section to record a High Speed Movie of a person’s golf swing from the front (face on). You can also use the Handsfree Mode to trigger recording from a distance with the movement of your golf club, and you can use the self-timer to set up for automatic five-second recording after a preset amount of time.
Page 152 . To self-shoot from the front with the Handsfree Mode Tilt the camera’s monitor screen upwards 180 degrees. This will cause the (REC standby icon) to appear on the monitor screen, which indicates the Handsfree Mode. • If the camera does not enter the Handsfree Mode at this time, change its “Handsfree”...
Page 153 To view the movie you just shot, move your hand in the vicinity of the (preview) icon. • When the camera detects your movement, it will play back the movie in real time. Use this feature when you want to check your swing immediately after recording it.
Page 154 . To self-shoot from the front with normal movie recording Get the golfer’s body aligned with the guide that appears on the camera monitor screen. Press [0] (Movie). This starts movie recording. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop recording. Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing...
Page 155: Recording The Moment Of Impact In Slow Motion
Recording the Moment of Impact in Slow Motion (Slow motion impact) Use the procedure below to record a slow motion movie of the moment that the golf club head impacts the ball. When you record with this BEST SHOT scene, the camera automatically trims the beginning and end.
Page 156 Get the ball aligned with the guide that appears on the camera monitor screen. Press [0] (Movie). This will cause the (REC standby) icon to change to the (start self-timer) icon, and put the camera into movie standby. Move a golf club or something else near the start self-timer icon When the camera detects subject movement near the icon, it will automatically start a countdown from the Handsfree timer start time.
Page 157 Press [0] (Movie). This will start a countdown of the duration you selected in step 3, above. The camera will start shooting a movie when the countdown reaches zero. Recording will stop automatically after five seconds. • The front lamp flashes while the Self-timer countdown is in progress. •...
Page 158: Recording A Golf Swing With High Speed Cs
Recording a Golf Swing with High Speed CS (Swing Burst) This BEST SHOT scene makes it easy to record a golf swing with High Speed CS. Half-pressing and holding the shutter button causes a pre-record buffer to be continually updated with images. When the shutter button is fully pressed, buffer contents are recorded along with a series of real-time images (Prerecord (Still Image)).
Page 159: Sending A Movie You Just Recorded To A Smartphone
NOTE • Pre-recording of images is not performed if you full-press the shutter button without half-pressing first. Whenever possible, be sure to half-press the shutter button and wait for a while before full-pressing. Sending a Movie You Just Recorded to a Smartphone (Motion Sending) When shooting the camera in the Handsfree Mode using any one of the BEST SHOT golf swing scenes below, you can use a hand or other motion to send a movie you...
Page 160: Changing To Left-Handed Golfer Guidelines
On your smartphone, start up the EXILIM Remote for GOLF app. This will cause the camera to send the movie you just recorded to the smartphone. After the send operation is complete, the camera will return to its normal recording standby state. •...
Page 161: Auto Trimming The Beginning And End Of A Movie
Auto Trimming the Beginning and End of a Movie (Movie Editing (Golf)) You can use the procedure in this section to trim the beginning and end of a movie shot with any one of the BEST SHOT golf swing scenes below. Trimming a movie shot with “Slow motion impact”...
Page 162: Analyzing A Swing And Moment Of Impact
Analyzing a Swing and Moment of Impact Your camera can be used in various ways to analyze a golf swing and moment of impact. To analyze a swing shot from behind Lines displayed in a movie image shot from behind the golfer can be used to analyze the swing.
Page 163 Rotate the zoom controller to change the angle of the blue line so it is aligned with the golfer’s shoulder, and then press [SET]. • Changing the angle of the blue line will cause the displayed angle of inclination (yellow part) and the blue angle value in the upper left corner to change accordingly.
Page 164: To Analyze A Swing Shot From The Front
To analyze a swing shot from the front Lines displayed in a movie image shot from the front of the golfer can be used to analyze the swing. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie of the front-shot swing you want to analyze.
Page 165: To Analyze The Moment Of Impact
Press [MODE]. This will start movie playback during which you can view the arc of the club head and check for any vertical or horizontal movement. • You can create a new movie file with the guidelines built into the moment of impact movie by pressing [SET] during movie playback to pause it, and then pressing [0] (Movie).
Page 166 Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to align the reference point on the green line with the center of the ball. Next, rotate the zoom controller to align the green line with the path of the golf club. • You can also change the angle of the green line by rotating the function ring.
Page 167: Burning Guidelines Into A Previously Recorded Movie
Burning Guidelines into a Previously Recorded Movie (Burn Lines) Use the procedure below to burn guidelines into a previously recorded movie and save the result as a new movie file. The original movie is unaffected by this operation. After you burn guidelines into a movie, they will appear whenever the movie is played back on the camera, including Dual Screen Play, or on a computer or smartphone.
Page 168: Displaying Two Movies Side-By-Side
Displaying Two Movies Side-by-Side (Dual Screen Play) You can use Dual Screen Play to play back movies of two different screens side-by- side for comparison. Data played back Dual Screen Play is stored on the camera’s memory card, so you can easily play it back again.
Page 169 On the image menu that appears, specify the two movies you want to use for Dual Screen Play. [8], [2], [4], [6]: Move the blue boundary. [SET] : Toggles the movie where the blue boundary is located between selected (check mark in the lower Blue boundary left corner) and deselected (no check mark).
Page 170 Use [4] and [6] to display the sync point of the second movie, and then press [2]. • If the message “Busy... Please wait...” appears after you press [2], wait until the message disappears. Playback of the second movie will start after the message disappears.
Page 171 Press [2]. This causes the “Dual Screen Play Edit” menu to appear on the monitor screen. • Pressing [2] after selecting a movie with [MODE] will display the menu items that apply only to the selected movie. Changes the sync point of the left side movie. Use [4] and [6] to display the scene in the movie that Reselect Point you want to make the new sync point, and then press...
Page 172: Establishing A Wireless Lan Connection
Establishing a Wireless LAN Connection Wireless LAN Functions Establishing a wireless LAN connection between the camera and a smartphone enables the functions described below. With this function: You can do this: page: Remote Capture Remotely control and shoot with the camera using a smartphone.
Page 173 With this function: You can do this: page: View on phone View snapshots stored in camera memory on a smartphone, and copy snapshots and movies to a smartphone for viewing. You can also view snapshots and movies in camera memory on a computer, and copy them to a computer.
Page 174: Establishing A Connection Between A Smartphone And Your Camera
Establishing a Connection between a Smartphone and Your Camera Installing the EXILIM Remote for GOLF Smartphone app on your smartphone makes it possible to remotely control the camera from your smartphone and to send images recorded with the camera to your smartphone. Search the EXILIM Remote for GOLF app on Google Play or App Store and install it on your smartphone.
Page 175: Configuring Wireless Lan Settings
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings Use the procedure below to establish a wireless LAN connection between the camera and a smartphone for the first time. This operation is required for the first connection only. Select Program Auto as the recording mode. Press [MENU].
Page 176: Using A Smartphone As A Camera Remote Controller (Remote Capture)
Using a Smartphone as a Camera Remote Controller (Remote Capture) This function lets you remotely shoot a snapshot or movie with the camera using a smartphone. You also can perform remote zoom, self-timer, and other operations as well. You can use any one of the recording modes below to shoot with Remote Capture.
Page 177 IMPORTANT! • The quality of a movie recorded with Remote Capture using Program Auto or Premium Auto Pro is STD (640 480). • “O Tracking” cannot be selected for the AF area setting while shooting with Remote Capture. If “O Tracking” is selected in another mode, selecting Remote Capture will cause the AF area setting to change to “U Spot”.
Page 178: Location Information
. Controlling Your Camera with a Smartphone EXILIM Remote for GOLF supports the Remote Capture operations listed below. This manual explains EXILIM Remote for GOLF operations based on screens that appear using the iPhone version. Some operations may differ depending on your smartphone type.
Page 179: Sending The Currently Displayed Image To A Smartphone
Sending the Currently Displayed Image to a Smartphone (Quick Send) You can use the procedure below to send an image displayed in the PLAY mode (including movies) to a smartphone by pressing the camera’s front shutter button. After sending an image to a smartphone, you can then upload it to a social networking service.
Page 180: To Send The Displayed Image To A Smartphone
To send the displayed image to a smartphone [8] and [2] to scroll through camera images until the one you want to send to the smartphone is displayed. • To send one image from a CS, press [SET] to start playback of the group images.
Page 181: Sending A Snapshot Or Movie File From Camera Memory
Sending a Snapshot or Movie File from Camera Memory to a Smartphone (Send Selected Image) You can select one more snapshot and/or movie file in camera memory and send it to a smartphone. You can select up to 100 files, totaling no more than 500MB for a single send.
Page 182 After image send is complete, perform either of the operations described below. “Preview photo in Scene app”: You can use the Scene app* on the smartphone to view the sent images. “Send to SNS”: Display the social networking service upload screen. “To TOP Panel”: Return to the TOP screen.
Page 183: Sending All Images Shot On The Current Day
Sending All Images Shot on the Current Day to a Smartphone (Send New Images) You can batch send images shot today to a smartphone. However, images sent with this function (Send New Images) are not re-sent. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “p PLAY MENU”...
Page 184: Resizing Snapshots Before Sending Them
Resizing Snapshots before Sending Them to a Smartphone (Resize before send) This feature can be use to resize snapshots before they are sent to a smartphone using “Quick Send”, “Remote Capture”, or “Send to phone”. Turn on the camera, and then press [MENU]. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “...
Page 185: Viewing Snapshots And Movies In Camera Memory
Viewing Snapshots and Movies in Camera Memory on a Smartphone (View on phone) You can connect the camera to a smartphone over wireless LAN to view and download snapshots and movies in camera memory on up to eight connected smartphones. You can also view snapshots and movies in camera memory on a computer, and copy them to a computer.
Page 186: Printing
Printing Printing Snapshots Professional Print Service* You can take a memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service and have them printed. Printing on a Home Printer* You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print images directly from a memory card.
Page 187 . Configuring DPOF Settings Individually for Each Image Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * DPOF Printing * Select images Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the image you want to print is displayed.
Page 188 . To specify the number of copies for a specific image in a group While CS group playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “Edit Group” menu. Use [8] and [2] to select “DPOF Printing” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Select Frames”...
Page 189: Date Stamping
DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. The next DPOF print operation you execute will be performed using the last DPOF settings you configured for the images. To clear DPOF settings, specify “00” for the number of copies of all images. Tell your print service about your DPOF settings! If you take a memory card to a professional print service, be sure to tell them that it includes DPOF settings for the images to be printed and the number of copies.
Page 190 . Standards Supported by the Camera • PRINT Image Matching III Using image editing software and printing on a printer that supports PRINT Image Matching III makes it possible to use information about shooting conditions that is recorded with the image, and produce exactly the type of image you want.
Page 191: Using The Camera With A Computer
Using the Camera with a Computer Things you can do using a computer... You can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a computer. Save images to • Save images and view them manually (USB a computer and connection) (pages 192, 196).
Page 192: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer When you want Operating System Required Software to do this: Version page: Save images to Windows 8.1, a computer and Windows 8, Installation not required. view them there Windows 7, manually Windows Vista Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows Media Player 12...
Page 193 . To connect the camera to your computer and save files Turn off the camera and then USB port use the micro USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your computer. • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 23.
Page 194 Windows 8.1, Windows 8 users: On the “Documents” menus, click “Home” and then “Paste”. Windows 7, Windows Vista users: On the “Documents” menu, click “Organize” or “Edit”, and then “Paste”. This will paste the “DCIM” folder (and all the image files it contains) into your “Documents”...
Page 195: Playing Movies
Playing Movies To play back a movie, first copy it to your computer and then double-click the movie file. Some operating systems may not be able to play back movies. If this happens, you need to install separately available software. •...
Page 196: Using The Camera With A Macintosh
Using the Camera with a Macintosh When you want to Operating System Required Software do this: Version page: Save images to your Macintosh and view OS X Installation not required. them there manually Save images to your Macintosh iPhoto, which comes bundled OS X –...
Page 197 . To connect the camera to your computer and save files Turn off the camera and then USB port use the micro USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh. • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 23.
Page 198: Playing A Movie
. To view copied images Double-click the camera’s drive icon. Double-click the “DCIM” folder to open it. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view. Double-click the image file you want to view. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 200. •...
Page 199: Files And Folders
Files and Folders The camera creates a file each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operation that stores data. Files are grouped by storing them in folders. Each file and folder has its own unique name. •...
Page 200: Memory Card Data
File System (DCF). . About DCF The following operations are supported for DCF-compliant images. Note, however, that CASIO makes no performance guarantees concerning these operations. • Transferring this camera’s DCF-compliant images to another manufacturer’s camera and view them. • Printing this camera’s DCF-compliant images on another manufacturer’s printer.
Page 201: Supported Image Files
. Supported Image Files • Image files shot with this camera • DCF-compliant image files This camera may not be able to display an image, even if it is DCF-compliant. When displaying an image recorded on another camera, it may take a long time for the image to appear on this camera’s monitor screen.
Page 202: Other Settings (Setting)
Other Settings (SETTING) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations in both the REC mode and PLAY mode. For information about menu operations, see page 99. Enabling Power Saving (ECO Mode) Procedure [MENU] * “¥...
Page 203: Resizing Snapshots Before Sending Them
Resizing Snapshots before Sending Them to a Smartphone (Resize before send) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Resize before send See page 184 for details. Configuring Camera Sound Settings (Sounds) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Sounds Startup Specifies the startup sound Half Shutter Sound 1 - 5: Built-in sounds (1 through 5)
Page 204: Creating An Image Storage Folder
Creating an Image Storage Folder (Create Folder) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Create Folder Creates a folder with a unique number (page 199). Files will be Create Folder stored in the new folder starting from when you record your next image.
Page 205: Auto Image Orientation Detection And Rotation
Auto Image Orientation Detection and Rotation (Auto Rotate) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Auto Rotate Rotates the displayed image in accordance with the camera orientation when the image was recorded. Images not rotated automatically. This setting can be used to configure the camera to display playback images in the same orientation as the camera when the image was shot.
Page 206: Configuring Sleep State Settings
Configuring Sleep State Settings (Sleep) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Sleep This feature turns off the monitor screen and lights the back lamp (green) whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset period of time. Press any button to turn the monitor screen back on.
Page 207: Specifying The Operation When The Monitor Screen Is Tilted (Screen Tilt)
Specifying the Operation when the Monitor Screen is Tilted (Screen Tilt) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Screen Tilt Power On Turns on the camera whenever the monitor screen is tilted. Turns on the camera whenever the monitor screen is tilted, and On/Off turns it off when the monitor screen is returned to its normal position.
Page 208: Configuring World Time Settings
Configuring World Time Settings (World Time) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * World Time You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is different from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc. World Time displays the current time in 162 cities in 32 time zones around the globe.
Page 209: Setting The Camera's Clock
Setting the Camera’s Clock (Adjust) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Adjust When the date and time settings are what you want, select “Apply” and then press [SET] to apply them. [8] [2] Change the setting at the cursor location [4] [6] Move the cursor between settings •...
Page 210: Specifying The Display Language
Specifying the Display Language (Language) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Language . Specify the display language you want. Select the bottom tab “¥”. Select “Language”. Select the language you want. • Camera models sold in certain geographic areas may not support display language selection.
Page 211: Changing The Camera Password For
Changing the Camera Password for Wireless LAN Connection (WLAN password) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * WLAN password Use procedure to change the password you used when establishing a wireless LAN connection between the camera and a smartphone. Use [4] and [6] to move the cursor to the password digit you want to change.
Page 212: Formatting Built-In Memory Or A Memory Card
Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Format If a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded. •...
Page 213: Appendix
• The battery is intended for use with a CASIO Digital Camera only. Use with any other device creates the risk of the battery damage, or deterioration of battery performance and service life.
Page 214 DANGER • Failure to observe any of the following precautions creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion. – Never use or leave the battery near open flame. – Do not expose the battery to heat or fire. – Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when charging it. –...
Page 215 Also, remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn injury. 3. Contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. . Keep Away From Fire • Never expose the camera to fire, which can cause it to explode and creates the risk of fire and personal injury.
Page 216 Also, remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn injury. 3. Contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. . Disassembly and Modification • Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock, burn injury, and other personal injury.
Page 217: Memory Cards
Also, remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn injury. 3. Contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. . Memory Cards • Memory cards are small and present a risk of accidentally being swallowed by infants and young children.
Page 218 WARNING • Do not use the camera’s wireless function while in the vicinity of high precision digital devices or digital devices that use weak signals. Doing so can interfere with proper operation of such digital devices and create the risk of accident. •...
Page 219 Grasp the power plug and pull. . Rechargeable Battery • If battery charging does not end normally within the specified charging time, stop charging anyway and contact your local CASIO authorized service center. Continued charging creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion.
Page 220: Monitor Screen
CAUTION . Unstable Locations • Never place the camera on an unstable surface, on a high shelf, etc. Doing so can cause the camera to fall, creating the risk of personal injury. . Locations To Be Avoided • Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
Page 221 CAUTION . Flash and Other Light Emitting Functions • Never fire the flash or use light emitting functions pointed in the direction of and too close to a person’s face. Doing so creates the risk of loss of eyesight. In the case of infants and young children in particular, keep the light source at least one meter away the eyes.
Page 222: Precautions During Use
Precautions During Use . Data Error Precautions Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory. – Removing the battery or memory card while the camera is performing some operation –...
Page 223: Caring For Your Camera
Note that the radio waves that are used to send and receive data can be intercepted by third parties. Unauthorized access CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall be held in no way liable for any unauthorized access and/or use of the access point equipped on this product if the product is ever lost or stolen.
Page 224 Intended Areas of Use 1)The wireless LAN functions of this camera are provided for use in the countries and geographic areas below. Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, The United Arab Emirates (UAE), Paraguay, Venezuela, Panama, Germany, Austria, France, The Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Slovakia, Poland, and Norway 2)Approval for use under radio regulations in the countries and geographic areas below is granted only when the camera is purchased within that particular country or geographic...
Page 225 Note that CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for use of this product in any way that infringes on the copyrights of others or that violates copyright laws.
Page 226 OpenVG 1.1 Reference Implementation Copyright (c) 2007 The Khronos Group Inc. Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and /or associated documentation files (the "Materials "), to deal in the Materials without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Materials, and to permit persons to whom the Materials are furnished to do so,...
Page 227: Power Supply
If problems persist after you perform the above steps or if the battery fails to charge after 5 hours, it could mean that the battery is faulty. Contact your nearest CASIO authorized service center. Appendix...
Page 228: Battery Precautions
Battery Precautions . Precautions during Use • Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. This is due to the characteristics of the battery, not the camera. • Charge the battery in an area where the temperature is within the range of 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F).
Page 229: Using A Memory Card
Using a Memory Card See page 27 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card. . Using a Memory Card • SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and SDXC memory cards have a write protect switch. Use the Write enabled switch when you need to guard against accidentally deleting data.
Page 230 . Discarding or Transferring Ownership of a Memory Card or the Camera The format and delete functions of the camera do not actually delete files from the memory card. The original data remains on the card. Note that responsibility for the data on a memory card lies with you.
Page 231: Reset Initial Default Settings
Reset Initial Default Settings The tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you reset the camera (page 212). Menu items depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. •...
Page 232 CS: Off / Flash: On / Focus: Off / ISO: Off / White Balance: Off / EV Shift: Off / AF Area: On / Memory Metering: Off / Self-timer: Off / Flash Intensity: Off / Zoom (SR): On / Digital Zoom: On / MF Position: Off / Zoom Position: Off .
Page 233 . ¥ SETTING ECO Mode Auto Power Off 5 min Screen Auto Screen Tilt Power On Resize before PLAY Power On send Delete Key Enabled Startup: Sound 1 / World Time – Half Shutter: Adjust – Sound 1 / Shutter: Sound 1 / Date Style –...
Page 234: When Things Don't Go Right
2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 21). If the battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available CASIO NP-160 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The camera 1)Auto Power Off may have activated (page 206).
Page 235 (page 50) or select a different BEST SHOT scene (page 82). The red ? (Flash The flash unit may be malfunctioning. Contact a CASIO Off) icon is authorized service center or your original retailer. Note that...
Page 236 Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action A recorded image 1)Camera power may have been turned off before the save was not saved. operation was complete, which will result in the image not being saved. If the battery indicator shows , charge the battery as soon as possible (page 25).
Page 237 Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Playback The color of the Sunlight or light from another source may be shining directly playback image is into the lens when you are shooting. Position the camera so different from what sunlight does not shine directly into the lens. appears on the monitor screen when shooting.
Page 238 If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center. There are various The monitor screen shows indicators and other information indicators and about shooting conditions and the image you are recording.
Page 239: Display Messages
LENS ERROR 2 If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center. Memory is full with images you recorded and/or files saved by editing operations. When shooting with Prerecord CS,...
Page 240 Remove the obstruction and turn power back on again. Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a SYSTEM ERROR CASIO authorized service center. The LOCK switch of the SD, SDHC, or SDXC LOCK memory card loaded in the camera is in the The card is locked.
Page 241: Number Of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time
Number of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time Snapshot Built-in Memory SD Memory Card Image Size Quality File Size Recording Recording (Pixels) Capacity Capacity Fine 10.71 MB 1072 (4608 3456) Normal 5.57 MB 1654 Fine 9.43 MB 1214 (4608 3072) Normal 4.92 MB 1873 16:9 Fine...
Page 242 Movies Maximum Built-in Continuous Image Size/ Recording File Size of Approximate Data Maximum Memory Recording Pixels Time with 1-minute Rate (Frame Rate) File Size Recording Time per (Audio) SD Memory Movie Capacity Movie Card 14.2 Megabits/ 2 hours 36 minutes (1920 1080) second...
Page 243 • Depending on the data transfer rate of the memory card you are using, the time required for image storage may result in some loss of movie frames (pages 27, 73). • Snapshot and movie recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference only.
Page 244: Specifications
Specifications File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.3; DCF 2.0 standard; DPOF compliant) Movies: MOV format, H.264/AVC standard, IMA-ADPCM (Monaural) Recording Media Built-in Memory (Image Storage Area: 14.6MB*) SD/SDHC/SDXC * Built-in memory capacity after formatting Recorded Image Sizes Snapshots: 16M (4608 3456), 3:2 (4608 3072), 16:9 (4608 2592),...
Page 245 Shutter Speed Snapshot (Program Auto): 1/4 to 1/1000 second Snapshot (Premium Auto Pro): 4 to 1/4000 second • May differ due to the camera setup. Aperture Value F3.5 (W) to F11.1 (W) (With ND filter) • Using optical zoom changes the aperture value. White Balance Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White Fluorescent, Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten, Manual WB...
Page 246 • Battery: NP-160 (Rated Capacity: 1200 mAh) • Recording Medium: 16GB SDHC memory card (SanDisk Corporation) In accordance with CIPA (Camera and Imaging Products Association) standards In accordance with CASIO standards Other settings Time Lapse scene: » Standard, Recording interval: 1/2 seconds, Total time: Off,...
Page 247 . Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-160) Rated Voltage 3.7 V Rated Capacitance 1200 mAh Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Requirements Dimensions 37.5 (W) 44.9 (H) 7.0 (D) mm (1.48" (W) 1.77" (H) 0.28" (D)) (excluding projections) Weight Approximately 25 g (0.9 oz) .
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Casio Exilim EX-FC500S User Manual

General Guide

Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them

Quick Start Basics

Snapshot Tutorial

Recording Movies

Using BEST SHOT

Advanced Settings (REC MENU)

Viewing Snapshots and Movies

Other Playback Functions (PLAY MENU)

Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing

Establishing a Wireless LAN Connection

Printing

Using the Camera with a Computer

Other Settings (SETTING)

Appendix

Quick Links

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