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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
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  • 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...

  • 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 USB-AC adaptor ion battery (AD-C54UG/AD-C53U) (NP-130A or NP-130) Power cord USB cable Basic Reference To attach the strap to the camera Attach strap here.

  • Page 3: Read This First

    CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. is forbidden under copyright laws. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or lost profits suffered by you or any third party due to the use or malfunction of this product.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Quick Start Basics What you can do with your CASIO camera ......13 First, charge the battery prior to use....... . . 15 To load the battery .
  • Page 5 Shooting with Artistic Effects ......(ART SHOT) . . 58 Saving a Second Normal Image When Shooting With HDR Art ......(Double (HDR Art)) . . . 60 Shooting with Triple Shot .
  • Page 6 Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement ..(Anti Shake) . 101 Optimizing Image Brightness ......(Lighting) . 102 Shooting with Continuous Auto Focus .
  • Page 7 Selecting Images for Printing ..... . (DPOF Printing) . 129 Protecting a File Against Deletion ......(Protect) . 129 Editing the Date and Time of an Image .
  • Page 8 Configuring [r] Setting ........(REC) . 162 Configuring [p] Setting ....... . . (PLAY) . 162 Disabling File Deletion .

  • Page 9: General Guide

    General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained. Front Back 1 2 3 4 bm bn bo bs br Mode dial Back lamp [MENU] button (pages 27, 35, 62) (pages 17, 19, 25, 28, (pages 62, 91) Zoom controller [p] (PLAY) button...

  • Page 10: 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 11: Movie Recording

    . Snapshot Recording (Burst Shooting) Continuous Shutter (CS) speed (page 55) Recording mode (page 27) Remaining snapshot memory capacity (page 191) Allowable CS time/number of CS images (page 55) Remaining movie memory capacity (page 192) Continuous Shutter mode (page 54) Prerecord CS shots (page 56) Maximum CS shots (page 55) .

  • Page 12: Movie Playback

    . CS Image Viewing Number of images in the group (page 113) CS group icon (page 113) . Movie Playback No audio data available Movie recording time (page 111) Recording mode/Movie quality/speed (pages 62, 65, 65) YouTube (page 71) . Configuring Monitor Screen Settings Each press of [8] (DISP) will cycle through display settings that display or hide on-screen information.

  • Page 13: 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. Time Lapse Movie You can use this function to record movies of natural...

  • Page 14: High Speed Movie

    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. *See page for more information. Premium Auto Pro Select Premium Auto Pro recording and the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a subject or scenery, and other...

  • Page 15: 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-130A or NP-130) for power. Never try to use any other type of battery.

  • Page 16: 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 USB cable.) .
  • Page 17 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 six hours, a timer will terminate it automatically, even if the battery is not fully charged.
  • Page 18 . 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 ( The camera’s back lamp will light red. After a short while, the camera will turn on automatically and the back lamp will light amber to indicate that charging has started.
  • Page 19 • If low supply capacity exists due to your computer model or connection conditions, charging will start without the camera turning on. Turning on the camera in this case will cause charging to stop and enter USB data communication between the camera and the computer.

  • Page 20: 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 21 Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the [ON/OFF] (Power) camera. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] 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 22: Preparing A Memory Card

    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 23: To Load A Memory Card

    • Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 22) 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 24: 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 25: 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 can use to view snapshots and movies (pages 31, 111).

  • Page 26: 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 27: 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 Program This is the standard Auto recording mode. Auto With Premium Auto Pro recording, the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a...

  • Page 28: 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 29: Shooting With Auto

    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 30 . Shooting with Premium Auto Pro • Some menu items are not available while Premium Auto Pro is in use (page 91). Only the menu items whose settings can be configured will be displayed on the menus while Premium Auto Pro is in use. •...

  • Page 31: 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 111. • For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page 113. Turn on the camera and press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode.

  • Page 32: 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 33: 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 34: 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 35: Snapshot Tutorial

    Snapshot Tutorial Selecting the Recording Mode Your camera has a variety of different recording Mode dial modes. Before recording an image, rotate the mode dial to select the recording mode that suits the type of image you are trying to record. P Program Auto Standard Auto recording mode.
  • Page 36 M M (Manual Exposure) mode This mode gives you total control over aperture and shutter speed settings. Press [SET] to open the Control Panel. Use [8] and [2] to select (Aperture). Use [4] and [6] to change the aperture setting. Use [8] and [2] to select (Shutter Speed).

  • Page 37: 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 item you want, and use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want.

  • Page 38: 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 39: 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, For YouTube, Blurred Background, All-In-Focus Macro •...
  • Page 40 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 41: Selecting A Focus Mode

    Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus) • The “Focus” setting is always fixed at “AF” (Auto Focus) whenever “Face Detection” (page 103) is being used. If you want to change the “Focus” setting, first select “Off” for “Face Detection”. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Focus) Control Panel option.
  • Page 42 Super Macro Super Macro fixes optical zoom at a position that allows you to shoot from the closest distance to the subject. The result is closer and larger subject images. NOTE • Zoom is fixed while Super Macro is selected, so no zoom operation is performed when you rotate the zoom controller.
  • Page 43 Using Focus Lock Subject to be focused on “Focus lock” is a technique you can use when you want to compose an image in which the subject you want to focus on is not within the focus frame in the center of the screen.

  • Page 44: 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) Control Panel option. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. REC Screen Setting Description...

  • Page 45: Recording Beautiful Portraits

    Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up Level) The Make-up Function smoothes the skin texture of the subject and softens facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. You can select a make- up level within the range of “0 (Off)” to “+12 (Max.)”. Enter the REC mode, and then press [SET].

  • Page 46: 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 47: Using Flash

    Using Flash (Flash) In the REC mode, press [2] ( Flash once. Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. [2] ( REC Screen Setting Description Icon Display Flash fires automatically in accordance with Auto Flash None exposure (amount of light and brightness)
  • Page 48 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 49: Specifying The Metering Mode

    Red-eye Reduction Using the flash to shoot at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye. When red-eye reduction is selected as the flash mode, the camera fires a pre-flash to cause the irises in the eyes of any people in the image to close, which reduces the chance of red eye.

  • Page 50: 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 51: 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 52: 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 53: 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 54: 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 53). Align the mode dial with [j] (Multi SR Zoom). Press the shutter button to shoot.

  • Page 55: Shooting With High Speed 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 56: Shooting With Prerecord Cs

    . Shooting with Prerecord 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. Use Prerecord CS when you want to make sure you do not miss fast-moving action.

  • Page 57: Continuous Shutter Precautions

    Half-press and hold the shutter button to start pre-recording. A pre-record buffer is continually updated with images as long as the shutter button is pressed. • The camera will not emit shutter sounds as it pre-records images. • Releasing the half-pressed shutter button will cause the contents of the pre- record buffer to be deleted.

  • Page 58: 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 Applies HDR (High Dynamic Range, page 78) photography to transform snapshots and movies into works of art that HDR Art provide a greater degree of expression than conventional imaging.
  • Page 59 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 60: 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” is selected. •...

  • Page 61: 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. Align the mode dial with [D] (Triple Shot). Point the camera at the subject and then half-press the shutter button.

  • Page 62: 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 63). See the pages indicated below for more information about movies. High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 65 High speed movie (HS movie): page 65 Mode dial Align the mode dial with [P] (Program...

  • Page 63: Audio

    Recording Movies with Premium Auto Pro When Premium Auto Pro is enabled (page 27), 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 64 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. • Shooting movies for long periods in areas where temperature is relatively high can cause digital noise (dots of light) to appear in the movie image.

  • Page 65: 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. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto) or [Ÿ] (Premium Auto Pro).
  • Page 66 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]. A fast frame rate (such as 1000 fps) will result in a smaller image size. Movie REC Screen Image Size...

  • Page 67: Using Prerecord Movie

    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 68 . To set up the camera to shoot with Prerecord Movie Align the mode dial with [b] (BEST SHOT). Press [MENU]. 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 movie mode you want to use for shooting and then press [SET].

  • Page 69: Recording A Time Lapse Movie

    NOTE • While the camera is set up for shooting with Prerecord Movie, pressing the shutter button will not shoot a snapshot unless movie recording is in progress. With high- definition (FHD) and standard (STD) movie, you can shoot still images while realtime movie recording is in progress.
  • Page 70 Press [SET]. • Time Lapse settings are shown at the bottom of the screen. Interval Scene Total Time Press the shutter button to start recording. Recording time • Shooting is repeated at the interval specified in step 6. • Recording stops when the recording time specified in step 6 elapses or when the shutter button is pressed again.

  • Page 71: Recording A Movie For Youtube

    • To adjust brightness when shooting with the Time Lapse “Night Scene”, use “ ” (Shutter Speed) on the Control Panel (page 37) to adjust the shutter speed. . 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.

  • Page 72: Shooting A Snapshot While Shooting A Movie

    NOTE • Movies recorded with the “For YouTube” scene are stored in a special folder to make them easy to locate for uploading (page 155). “For YouTube” movies are shot using the image size, recording speed, and quality settings configured in the Movie Mode (page 62).
  • Page 73 NOTE • Note that the flash cannot be used when shooting a Snapshot In Movie. • Note that shooting a snapshot while shooting a movie is supported during FHD movie and STD movie recording only. It is not supported during other types of movie recording.

  • Page 74: 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 75 . 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 76: Creating And Using Your Own Setups

    Creating and Using Your Own Setups (CUSTOM SHOT) You can register up to 999 setups, based on snapshots shot with the camera, as “CUSTOM SHOT” scenes. Selecting a registered “CUSTOM SHOT” scene configures the camera with its settings. The setups of snapshots recorded with the following modes and features can be registered as “CUSTOM SHOT”...

  • Page 77: Shooting Bright Images In The Dark Without Flash

    . To record with a registered CUSTOM SHOT scene In the BEST SHOT Mode, select the registered “Custom Scene” (page 74). Press the shutter button to shoot. 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.

  • Page 78: 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 79: 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 80: 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 81: Using Continuous Shutter With Auto Focus

    Using Continuous Shutter with Auto Focus (AF-CS) AF-CS shoots up to 30 CS images while keeping the subject in focus. This feature comes in handy when shooting children and other fast-moving subjects. The CS speed is automatically adjusted in accordance with shooting conditions within the range of three to six frames per second.

  • Page 82: 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 83: 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 84 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 85: 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 86 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 87 NOTE • The “14 mm” and “18 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 88: Shooting Snapshots

    Shooting Snapshots (Snapshot) This function adjusts exposure and shoots whenever the shutter button is half- pressed. This helps to ensure that you don’t miss the shots you want. This feature comes in handy for daily shooting and when shooting natural scenery. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Snapshot”...

  • Page 89: 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 90 NOTE • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 118. • If you want to change the digital video signal format, first unplug the HDMI cable from the camera (page 121). • The settings in the table below are fixed while shooting with this function. Image Size 16:9 AF Area...

  • Page 91: 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 37) 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 92: Triggering A Self-Timer Operation With Motion

    . 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 91. Press [4] and then use [8] and [2] to select the “...
  • Page 93 Facing the camera, move your hand or perform some other movement in the vicinity of the (start self-timer) icon on the monitor screen. When the camera detects movement near the icon, it will automatically shoot an image. • To stop movie recording, press [0] (Movie) again. NOTE •...

  • Page 94: Repositioning The Motion Detection Area

    Repositioning the Motion Detection Area (Motion Position) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Motion Position Use the procedure below to reposition the (Start self-timer) icon that will appear while shooting with the Motion Shutter. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to reposition the currently selected icon.

  • Page 95: Saving A Second Normal Image When Shooting With Hdr Art

    Saving a Second Normal Image When Shooting With HDR Art (Double (HDR ART)) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Double (HDR Art) See page 60 for details. To select the snapshot image size (Image Size) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “...
  • Page 96 • You should regard the print paper sizes suggested here as guidelines only (200 dpi print resolution). • Available image sizes are limited for some functions as noted below. This image size cannot be selected when using “HS Night Shot”. Selecting “16M”...

  • Page 97: 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 98: Specifying Iso Sensitivity

    Settings REC Screen Approximate Data Rate (Quality Description Icon Display (Frame Rate) (pixels)) Use this setting for standard 3.9 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 99: Specifying The Iso Sensitivity Upper Limit

    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 Description Icon Display Shoots using the ISO sensitivity setting specified by the Auto None “ISO”...

  • Page 100: 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 101: Reducing The Effects Of Camera And Subject Movement

    IMPORTANT! • Auto Focus is disabled when “MF” (Manual Focus) is selected for the focus mode (page 41), 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 102: Optimizing Image Brightness

    NOTE • Only camera shake correction can be used during FHD and STD movie recording. • Anti Shake correction is not supported during High Speed Movie, HDR Art Movie recording or Time Lapse. • When Anti Shake is enabled and “Auto” is selected for “ISO” (page 44), ISO sensitivity, aperture, and shutter speed will not appear on the monitor screen when you half-press the shutter button.

  • Page 103: Shooting With Continuous Auto Focus

    Shooting with Continuous Auto Focus (Continuous AF) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Continuous AF When shooting a snapshot while “On” is selected for Continuous AF, Auto Focus is performed and focusing is continually updated until you half-press the shutter button. •...

  • Page 104: Turning Digital Zoom On Or Off

    IMPORTANT! • Face detection cannot be used in combination with any of the following features. – Some BEST SHOT scenes – Some ART SHOT scenes – Movie Mode (Including some BEST SHOT scenes that support High Speed Movie recording) – High Speed CS with Prerecord CS (Including some BEST SHOT scenes that support High Speed CS recording) •...

  • Page 105: Recording Beautiful Portraits

    Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up Level) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Make-up Level For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 45. 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 46.

  • Page 106: Specifying The Metering Mode

    Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering) Procedure Enter the REC Mode * [MENU] * “ r REC MENU” Tab * Metering For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 49. 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 107: 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 108: 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 109: 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 110: 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 111: Viewing Snapshots And Movies

    Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots See page 31 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 112: Viewing A Panorama Image

    • A movie that has been rotated using “Rotation” (page 131) or “Auto Rotate” (page 160) cannot be zoomed. Viewing a Panorama Image Press [p] (PLAY), and then use [4] and [6] to display the panorama images you want to view.

  • Page 113: Viewing Continuous Shutter Images

    Viewing Continuous Shutter Images Each time you perform a continuous shutter (CS) operation, the camera creates a CS group that includes all of the images for that particular CS session. You can use the following procedure to play back the images in a particular CS group. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the CS group whose images you want to view.

  • Page 114: 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 115 . Deleting Multiple Files in a CS Group While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” 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 116: Dividing Up A Cs Group

    Dividing Up a CS Group Use the following to divide up a CS Group into individual images. . Dividing Up a Specific CS 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 117: Copying A Cs Group Image

    Copying a CS Group Image Use the following procedure to copy an image in a CS group to a location outside of the group. While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. Use [8] and [2] to select “Copy”, and then press [SET].

  • Page 118: Displaying The Image Menu

    • Pressing [SET] will lock the current zoom factor for the on-screen image. You can then use [4] and [6] to scroll between images, using the same zoom factor. Pressing [SET] again will unlock the zoom factor and allow you to use [8], [2], [4] and [6] to move around the currently displayed images.

  • Page 119: Viewing High-Quality Movies On A Hi-Vision Television

    Turn on the TV and select its video input mode. If the TV has more than one video input, select the one where the camera is connected. Turn on the camera and press [p] (PLAY). This will cause an image to appear on the TV screen, without anything appearing on the camera’s monitor screen.
  • Page 120 HDMI connector HDMI input HDMI cable HDMI output (Mini) (commercially available) HDMI mini connector IMPORTANT! • Output to a TV is not supported while the camera is in the REC mode. NOTE • Use a HDMI cable that with a plug that is compatible with the camera’s HDMI mini connector on one end, and a plug that is compatible with your TV’s HDMI connector on the other end.
  • Page 121 . Selecting the HDMI Terminal Output Method (HDMI Output) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * HDMI Output Use this setting to select the digital signal format when connecting to a TV with an HDMI cable. This setting will cause the format to change automatically in accordance Auto with the connected TV.

  • Page 122: 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 91. Playing a Slideshow on the Camera (Slideshow) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Slideshow Start Starts the slideshow Images...
  • Page 123 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 124: 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 125: Creating A Snapshot Of Movie Frames

    Creating a Snapshot of Movie Frames (MOTION PRINT) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Movie Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * MOTION PRINT Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the movie frames and display the one you want to use as the image of the MOTION PRINT image. Holding down [4] or [6] scrolls at high speed.
  • Page 126 Press [2] to display the editing menu and specify one or two cut points. While the frame you want the cut to be up to is Previous Cut displayed, press [2]. While the frame you want the first (From) cut to be is displayed, press [2].

  • Page 127: 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 each movie must be less than 10 minutes, and the two movies must be of the same quality and frame rate.

  • Page 128: 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 129: 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 130 IMPORTANT! • Note that even if a file is protected, it will be deleted if you perform the format operation (page 167). . To protect a specific image in a CS group While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit”...

  • Page 131: Editing The Date And Time Of An Image

    Editing the Date and Time of an Image (Date/Time) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Date/Time [8] [2] Changes the setting at the cursor location. [4] [6] Moves the cursor between settings. When the date and time settings are what you want, align the cursor with “Apply”...

  • Page 132: Resizing A Snapshot

    Resizing a Snapshot (Resize) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Resize You can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retained. You can resize an image to one of three sizes: 10M, 3M, VGA.

  • Page 133: Copying Files

    Copying Files (Copy) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot or Movie Screen * [MENU] * “p PLAY MENU” Tab * Copy Files can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory to a memory card or from a memory card to built-in memory. Copies all files from built-in camera memory to a memory card.

  • Page 134: 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 135: 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* Printing Images on a Printer with Memory Card Slot You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print images directly from a memory card.

  • Page 136: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    . Connecting the Camera to a Printer Use the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to connect the camera to your printer’s USB port. • For details about connecting to the camera and precautions when connecting, see page 17. USB port Small connector Large connector...

  • Page 137: Using Dpof To Specify Images To Be Printed And

    Use [8] and [2] to specify the print option you want. 1 Image : Prints one image. Select and then press [SET]. Next, use [4] and [6] to select the image you want to print. DPOF Printing: Prints multiple images. Select and then press [SET]. With this option, images will be printed in accordance with DPOF settings (page 137).
  • Page 138 . 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 139 . To specify the number of copies for a specific image in a CS group While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. This will display the “CS Frame Edit” menu. Use [8] and [2] to select “DPOF Printing” and then press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Select Frames”...

  • Page 140: 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 141 . Standards Supported by the Camera • PictBridge This is a standard of the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls.

  • Page 142: 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 143, 147).

  • Page 143: 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, a computer and Windows 7, Installation not required. view them there Windows Vista, manually Windows XP (SP3) Windows 8, Windows Media Player 12 Windows 7...
  • Page 144 . To connect the camera to your computer and save files Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. On the “¥ SETTING” tab, select “USB” and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Mass Storage”, and then press [SET]. Turn off the camera and then USB port use the USB cable that comes...
  • Page 145 Windows 8 users: On the “Documents” menus, click “Home” and then “Paste”. Windows 7 users: On the “Documents” “Organize” menu, select “Paste”. Windows Vista users: On the “Documents” “Edit” menu, select “Paste”. Windows XP users: On the “My Documents” “Edit” menu, select “Paste”.

  • Page 146: 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 147: Using The Camera With A Macintosh

    Using the Camera with a Macintosh When you want to Operating Required Software do this: System 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 148: Your Macintosh

    . To connect the camera to your computer and save files Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. On the “¥ SETTING” tab, select “USB” and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Mass Storage”, and then press [SET]. Turn off the camera and then USB port use the USB cable that comes...

  • Page 149: 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 155. •...

  • Page 150: Using An Sd Memory Card With Built-In Lan

    . Movie Playback Precautions Proper movie playback may not be possible on some Macintosh models. If you experience problems, try the following. – Try recording movies with a quality setting of “STD”. – Upgrade to the latest version of QuickTime. –...
  • Page 151 IMPORTANT! • Recorded images are transferred over wireless LAN. Do not use the Eye-Fi card or turn off Eye-Fi card communication (page 158) when on an aircraft or in any other location where use of wireless communication is limited or prohibited. •...

  • Page 152: Using A Smartphone To Play Back Images Stored

    Using a Smartphone to Play Back Images Stored on a FlashAir Card (FlashAir) Loading a commercially available FlashAir card in the camera makes it possible to view images on and copy them to a smartphone or computer over a wireless LAN connection.
  • Page 153 IMPORTANT! • When on an aircraft or in any other location where use of wireless communication is limited or prohibited, do not use a FlashAir card, or change the camera’s “FlashAir” setting (page 158) and the FlashAir card’s setting to those shown below. FlashAir: Off Memory Card: Start with the control image •...

  • Page 154: 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 155: 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 156: 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 157: 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 91. Enabling Power Saving (ECO Mode) Procedure [MENU] * “¥...

  • Page 158: Turning Off Eye-Fi Card Communication

    Turning off Eye-Fi Card Communication (Eye-Fi) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Eye-Fi Select “Off” to disable Eye-Fi card communication (page 150). Configuring FlashAir Card Communication Settings (FlashAir) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * FlashAir Selecting “Start with the control image” for the FlashAir card setting and selecting “On”...

  • Page 159: Configuring Camera Sound Settings

    Creating an Image Storage Folder (Create Folder) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Create Folder Creates a folder with a unique number (page 154). Files will be Create Folder stored in the new folder starting from when you record your next image.

  • Page 160: 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 161: 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 162: Configuring [R] Setting

    Configuring [r] Setting (REC) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * REC Power On Camera turns on whenever [r] (REC) is pressed. On/Off Camera turns on or off whenever [r] (REC) is pressed. Camera does not turn on or off when [r] (REC) is pressed. •...

  • Page 163: 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 164: 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 165: 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 166: Selecting The Screen Aspect Ratio And Video Output System (Video Out)

    Selecting the Screen Aspect Ratio and Video Output System (Video Out) Procedure [MENU] * “¥ SETTING” Tab * Video Output You can use the procedure in this section to select either NTSC or PAL as the video output system. You can also specify an aspect ratio of 4:3 or 16:9. NTSC Video system used in Japan, the U.S., and other countries Video system used in Europe and other areas 4:3 aspect ratio...

  • Page 167: 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 168: 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 169 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 170 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 171 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 172: 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 173 CAUTION . 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. • Be sure to read the user documentation that comes with the camera and special charger unit before using or charging the battery.

  • Page 174: Monitor Screen

    CAUTION . Monitor Screen • Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel surface or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can cause the display panel glass to crack and lead to personal injury. • Should the monitor screen ever become cracked, never touch any of the liquid inside the monitor screen.

  • Page 175: 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 176: Caring For Your Camera

    . Lens • Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction. • You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should be straight.
  • Page 177 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 178: Power Supply

    If problems persist after you perform the above steps or if the battery fails to charge after 6 hours, it could mean that the battery is faulty. Contact your nearest CASIO authorized service center. Appendix...

  • Page 179: 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 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).

  • Page 180: Using A Memory Card

    Using a Memory Card See page 22 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 181 . 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 182: 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 167). Menu items depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. •...
  • Page 183 . p PLAY MENU Images: DPOF Printing – All images / Protect – Slideshow Time: 30 min / Date/Time – Interval: 3 sec / Effect: Pattern 1 Rotation – MOTION PRINT Create Resize Movie Editing – Trimming – Movie Merge –...

  • Page 184: When Things Don't Go Right

    2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 16). 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-130A or NP-130 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The camera 1)Auto Power Off may have activated (page 161).
  • Page 185 (page 47) or select a different BEST SHOT scene (page 74). 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 186 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 20).
  • Page 187 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 188 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 189: Display Messages

    The Anti Shake unit of the camera may be malfunctioning. LENS ERROR 2 If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center. Load paper! The printer ran out of paper while printing.
  • Page 190 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 191: 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 192 Movies Maximum Built-in Continuous Image Recording File Size of Approximate Data Maximum Memory Recording Size/Pixels Time with 1-minute Rate (Frame Rate) File Size Recording Time per (Audio) SD Memory Movie Capacity Movie Card 14.2 Megabits/second 2 hours (1920 1080) 26 seconds 106.5 MB 29 minutes (30 frames/second)
  • Page 193 Maximum Built-in Continuous Recording Image Quality Approximate Data Rate Maximum Memory Recording Time with (Pixels) / (Audio) (Frame Rate) File Size Time per Recording SD Memory Movie Capacity Card YouTube (FHD) 14.2 Megabits/second 2 hours (1920 1080) 26 seconds 15 minutes (30 frames/second) 13 minutes (Stereo)
  • Page 194 • Snapshot and movie recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference only. Actual capacity depends on image contents. • File size and data rate values are approximate and intended for reference only. Actual values depend on the type of image being shot. •...

  • Page 195: 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 (stereo) Recording Media Built-in Memory (Image Storage Area: 49.9MB*) 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 196 Exposure –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV (in 1/3EV steps) Compensation Shutter CMOS electronic shutter, mechanical shutter Shutter Speed Snapshot (Program Auto): 1/4 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Premium Auto Pro): 4 to 1/4000 second Snapshot (Aperture Priority AE): 1 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Shutter Speed Priority AE): 15 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Manual Exposure): 15 to 1/2000 second •...
  • Page 197 • Battery: NP-130A/NP-130 (Rated Capacity: 1800 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 198 The power cord set is not supplied. The power cord used must comply with relevant national and/or international standards. Declaration of Conformity According to EU Directive Manufacturer: CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan Responsible within the European Union: CASIO EUROPE GmbH Casio-Platz 1, 22848 Norderstedt, Germany Appendix...
  • Page 199 CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan MA1403-B 2013...

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