Ricoh CX2 Betriebsanweisung Seite 1

Camera User GuideThe serial number of this product is given on the bottom face of the camera.Basic OperationsIf you are using the camera for the first

8Correcting the Image Brightness and Contrast ... 147Correcting Images Automatically ...

98Shooting Menu4Available Settings for Each Shooting Mode ---------------------------------------T displayed items vary depending on the shooting mode

99Shooting Menu4When Mode Dial is Set to SCENE------------------------------------------------------When the mode dial is set to SCENE, the displayed

100Shooting Menu41Press the MENU button in shooting mode.• The shooting menu is displayed.• In scene mode or continuous mode, press the ADJ./OK button

101Shooting Menu4The file size of a shot still image depends on the picture quality mode and image size settings. For movies, choose the movie size. F

102Shooting Menu4Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• For picture quality mode, select

103Shooting Menu4If you shoot the subject in the default focusing mode, the camera focuses automatically with Auto Focus (AF).Select from the followin

104Shooting Menu4When you half-press the shutter release button, the camera automatically determines multiple focus positions. When you then press the

105Shooting Menu45Compose your picture and half-press the shutter release button.• The camera automatically detects multiple focus positions. •The V s

106Shooting Menu42Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [Focus] and press the button $.3Press the button !" to select [MF].4Press the ADJ./OK

107Shooting Menu4If [On] is selected when [Multi AF], [Spot AF], [Continuous AF], or [Multi-trgt AF] is selected for [Focus] (G P.103), the camera wil

9Language Settings ... 195TV Playback Method ...

108Shooting Menu4You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) used to determine the exposure value.There are three light meterin

109Shooting Menu4You can change the picture quality of an image, including the contrast, sharpness, color and vividness.You can select from the follow

110Shooting Menu41Display the shooting menu.• For the operating procedure, see P.100.2Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [Image Settings] and p

111Shooting Menu4You can adjust the light intensity of the flash. You can set the light intensity from -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV in increments of 1/3 EV.1Dis

112Shooting Menu4Bracket shooting is the function for performing automatic consecutive shooting while changing the exposure, white balance, color, or

113Shooting Menu45Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture.• Three consecutive shots are taken at ±0, -0.5EV, and +0.5EV based on the set

114Shooting Menu45Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture.• Three images (a reddish image, an image equal to the current white balance,

115Shooting Menu4Contrast, Sharpness and Vividness During Color Bracket Shooting -------------------------------------------------------------------Du

116Shooting Menu4Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• When [Focus] is set to [MF], the

117Shooting Menu4You can select [1 second], [2 seconds], [4 seconds], or [8 seconds] for time exposure.By using long time exposure, you can capture th

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118Shooting Menu4Set the shooting interval and the number of pictures as indicated below when you want to shoot several pictures with the self-timer.1

119Shooting Menu4You can set the camera to automatically take pictures at fixed intervals.You can set the shooting interval from 5 seconds to 1 hour i

120Shooting Menu4Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The interval shooting setting is c

121Shooting Menu4You can prevent camera shake by turning on the camera shake correction function.At the time of purchase, the camera shake correction

122Shooting Menu4The maximum shutter speed can be limited to the following:1/8 second, 1/4 second, and 1/2 second.When this function is set to [Off],

123Shooting Menu4You can insert the date (YY/MM/DD) or the date and time (YY/MM/DD hh:mm) at the lower right of a still image.1Display the shooting me

124Shooting Menu4The exposure setting enables you to select the brightness level for your picture. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight co

125Shooting Menu4Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If the subject is very bright or v

126Shooting Menu4Adjust the white balance so that a white subject will appear white.At purchase, the white balance mode is set to [Multi-P AUTO]. Chan

127Shooting Menu4Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• White balance is not available whe

Basic OperationsIf you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Packing List...12Names of Parts..

128Shooting Menu4ISO sensitivity indicates how sensitive film is to light. A greater value means higher sensitivity. High sensitivity is suitable for

129Shooting Menu4Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• When the ISO setting is set to [

130Shooting Menu4To return the shooting menu settings to their defaults, follow the steps below.1Display the shooting menu.• For information on using

131Playback Functions55 Playback FunctionsTo play back movies, follow the steps below.1Press the 6 (Playback) button.• The last movie shot is displaye

132Playback Functions5When you shoot one still image with M-Cont Plus, Speed Cont, or Multi-trgt AF, the image is recorded as one MP file. Use the fol

133Playback Functions5• The operations during slide show are shown below.4To play back files other than MP files, return to Step 2 and press the ADJ./

134Playback Functions5You can extract specific frames from an MP file shot using M-Cont Plus, Speed Cont, or Multi-trgt AF and save each frame as an i

135Playback Functions55Press the button !" to select [1 Frame].• Press the button #$ to select the frame.6Press the ADJ./OK button.5Press the but

136Playback Functions55Press the button !" to select [Sel Mult] and then press the ADJ./OK button.• If thumbnail view was displayed in Step 2 on

137Playback Functions55Press the button !" to select [All Frames] and press the button $.6Press the button #$ to select [Yes] and then press the

12If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Open the package and make sure all the items are included.* The actual appearance

138Playback Menu66 Playback MenuPress the MENU button in playback mode to display the playback menu. The playback menu allows you to make the settings

139Playback Menu61Press the 6 (Playback) button to select the playback mode.2Press the MENU button.• The playback menu appears.3Press the ADJ./OK butt

140Playback Menu6You can set useful image files, such as a train time table or a map, to [Flag Function Setting], and then press the Fn (Function) but

141Playback Menu61Press the 6 (Playback) button.2Turn the zoom lever toward 9 (Thumbnail View).• The screen is divided into 20 frames and thumbnails a

142Playback Menu61Press the 6 (Playback) button.2Press the Fn (Function) button, or select [Flag Function Display] from the playback menu, and press t

143Playback Menu6You can reduce the image size of a shot still image to create a new file with a different image size.Caution-------------------------

144Playback Menu6This function allows you to trim a still image you have shot and then save it as a separate file.1Press the 6 (Playback) button.2Pres

145Playback Menu6Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• If an image is trimmed, the comp

146Playback Menu6Aspect ratio 1:1Original image size Trimming level Trimmed image size3456 × 259212592× 25922 2304 × 23043 to 5 1536 × 15366 to 9 960

147Playback Menu6You can use either [Auto] or [Manual] mode to correct the brightness and contrast in still images you have shot and then record the c

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.13Caution---------------------------------------------------------------------------

148Playback Menu65Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Manual] and press the button $.• The original image appears at the upper left of the scr

149Playback Menu6Sample correction methods -------------------------------------------------------------•Example 1) To adjust the overall image bright

150Playback Menu6This function allows you to correct the green, magenta, blue and amber color tones in still images you have taken and then record the

151Playback Menu66Press the ADJ./OK button.• Messages appear during the correction process, and then the corrected image is recorded. The original ima

152Playback Menu6You can straighten rectangular objects, such as a message board or business card, shot at an angle, to make them look as if they were

153Playback Menu6Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The image size does not change f

154Playback Menu6You can protect files from being accidentally deleted.Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------

155Playback Menu65Press the button !" to select [Sel Mult] and then press the ADJ./OK button.• If thumbnail view was displayed in Step 2 on P.154

156Playback Menu67Press the button !"#$ to select the starting point for the range of files you want to specify and press the ADJ./OK button.• If

157Playback Menu6You can display the recorded still images and movie files sequentially on the screen. This is called a slide show. To view a slide sh

14If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Note -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

158Playback Menu6You can copy all movies, still images, and sound data stored in the internal memory onto an SD memory card at once.1Turn the camera o

159Playback Menu6The still images recorded on an SD memory card can be printed out if you take them to a store that offers a digital camera print serv

160Playback Menu61Press the 6 (Playback) button.2Press the MENU button.• The playback menu appears.3Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [DPOF] a

161Playback Menu65Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [DPOF] and press the button $.6Press the button !" to set the number of copies to pri

162Playback Menu6You can restore all deleted files.Deleted files cannot be restored after performing any of the following operations.• Turning the cam

163Playback Menu6You can view files you have taken on a TV screen. The camera displays everything on the TV screen just as it would on the picture dis

164Playback Menu6Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• When the AV cable is connected to

165Setup Menu77 Setup MenuYou can change the camera settings by displaying the setup menu from the shooting menu (GP.97) or playback menu (GP.138).The

166Setup Menu7(*)The default setting varies depending on where you purchased the camera.Note ---------------------------------------------------------

167Setup Menu75Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select the desired item.• If the DISP. button is pressed at this point, the display returns to the

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.15CameraFront ViewItem Name Refer to1 Mode Dial P.17, 34, 37, 74, 83, 84, 87, 942 Sh

168Setup Menu7If the error message [Card Error] is displayed when an SD memory card is loaded into the camera or the card has been used with a compute

169Setup Menu7If the error message [Format internal memory.] is displayed, you must format the internal memory prior to use.Caution-------------------

170Setup Menu7To adjust the brightness of the picture display, follow the steps below.1Display the setup menu.• For the operating procedure, see P.166

171Setup Menu7The My Settings function allows you to easily shoot with your desired settings.You can register two groups of settings as “My Settings”.

172Setup Menu7Settings Saved in [Reg. My Settings]Shooting mode (5/3/MY1/MY2/SCENE/Q/R)Picture Quality/SizeFocusPre-AFFocal distance used in ManualExp

173Setup Menu7Step zooming allows you to set the focal length of the zoom so that it stops at eight levels (28, 35, 50, 85, 105, 135, 200, 300 mm*).*

174Setup Menu7When a function is assigned to the Fn button, you can easily switch from one function to another simply by pressing the Fn button.The fo

175Setup Menu7Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The items that can be set for each sh

176Setup Menu7When functions are assigned to the ADJ./OK button, you can display various shooting setting screens with fewer button operations and wit

177Setup Menu7Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The items that can be set for each

16If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Rear ViewItem Name Refer to1 Picture Display P.182 Strap Eyelet P.133 Terminal Cov

178Setup Menu7You can change the upper limit of the ISO setting for [Auto-Hi] (Auto high sensitivity setting) (GP.128) in [ISO Setting] on the shootin

179Setup Menu7You can set whether to use the AF auxiliary light when shooting with auto focus.When [AF Auxiliary Light] is set to [On], the AF auxilia

180Setup Menu7The following five operation sounds are made during camera operation.Note --------------------------------------------------------------

181Setup Menu7The operation sound volume can be changed.1Display the setup menu.• For the operating procedure, see P.166.2Press the ADJ./OK button &qu

182Setup Menu7Immediately after you press the shutter release button, the still image taken is displayed on the screen for a moment so you can check i

183Setup Menu7If you do not operate the camera for a set period of time, it shuts off automatically to conserve battery power (Auto Power Off).By defa

184Setup Menu7When [LCD Auto Dim] is set to [On], the picture display dims to conserve battery power if the camera is not moved for approximately five

185Setup Menu7To record pictures taken with digital zoom at actual size, select [Auto Resize]. This function allows you to crop and record a shot imag

186Setup Menu71Display the setup menu.• For the operating procedure, see P.166.2Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [Digital Zoom Image] and pre

187Setup Menu7When [Level Setting] is turned on, the camera uses a level indicator and sounds to let you know whether the image is level. You can sele

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.17Set the mode dial to the desired mode before shooting still images or movies.1Turn

188Setup Menu7Choose the type of framing grid available in shooting mode.1Display the setup menu.• For the operating procedure, see P.166.2Press the A

189Setup Menu7When [Shooting Info. Display Frame] is set to [On], you can display the shooting information display frame for normal symbol display or

190Setup Menu7During shooting, the minimum shooting distance changes depending on the zoom position. To display the minimum shooting distance on the s

191Setup Menu7You can set the camera to automatically rotate the image during playback according to the position of the camera.When [Auto Rotate] is s

192Setup Menu7Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The playback image is not automatical

193Setup Menu7When you shoot a still image, it is stored on an SD memory card or in the internal memory with a consecutively numbered file name that i

194Setup Menu7You can shoot still images with the time or date stamped onto the picture.The date/time setting on the setup menu is explained here.1Dis

195Setup Menu7You can change the language displayed on the screen.The default setting varies depending on where you purchased the camera.1Display the

196Setup Menu7You can view your still images and movies on a television screen by connecting your camera to a television with the AV cable that came w

197Direct Printing88 Direct PrintingThe Direct Print standard enables direct printing from a camera to a printer by connecting them via a USB cable. P

This manual provides information on how to use the shooting and playback functions of this product, as well as warnings on its use.To make the best us

18If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Example of Picture Display when Shooting PicturesPicture Display1cm-1cm-1cm-1cm-X4

198Direct Printing8Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided.1Make sure that the camera is off.2Connect your camera to a printer u

199Direct Printing8You can print still images from the camera with a PictBridge-compatible printer.Still images are sent from the internal memory when

200Direct Printing87Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select an item, and then press the button $ to display the detailed options screen.• When [Con

201Direct Printing89Repeat Steps 7 and 8 to change other settings as required.Note -------------------------------------------------------------------

202Direct Printing81Check that the printer is ready to print.• The [Connecting…] screen appears.2Press the ADJ./OK button.• The Direct Print playback

203Direct Printing811Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select an item, and then press the button $ to display the detailed options screen.• When [Co

2049Downloading Images to Your Computer9 Downloading Images to Your ComputerRefer to P.217 for Macintosh.You can download images to a computer using e

2059Downloading Images to Your ComputerThe following environments are necessary for using the supplied CD-ROM.Please check your computer, or the compu

2069Downloading Images to Your ComputerOnce you insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive, the installer screen appears automatically.The followi

2079Downloading Images to Your ComputerCaution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Do not insta

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.19Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to1 Flash Mode P.43 18 Camera Shake Correction

2089Downloading Images to Your ComputerHere is an example of the Windows XP screen.1Start your computer and insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM d

2099Downloading Images to Your Computer5Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next].• The [Select Program Folder] screen appears.6Confirm

2109Downloading Images to Your ComputerThe “Software User Guide” (PDF file) on the CD-ROM is displayed on your computer screen.If you have Acrobat Rea

2119Downloading Images to Your Computer1Start your computer, and insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.Operating systems other than Windows

2129Downloading Images to Your Computer4Select [DC Software], and then click the [Change/Remove] button.5Confirm file deletion and click [OK].• The [S

2139Downloading Images to Your Computer3Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal of your camera.• Your camera turns on and the computer automatically

2149Downloading Images to Your Computer3Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal of your camera.• Your camera turns on.• Your computer automatically

2159Downloading Images to Your ComputerDownloading Images from an SD Memory Card----------------------------------It is possible to download images fr

2169Downloading Images to Your ComputerBefore disconnecting the camera from the computer, click the [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardw

2179Downloading Images to Your ComputerRefer to P.204 for Windows.This camera supports the following Macintosh operating systems.• Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2

20If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Note -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

2189Downloading Images to Your Computer4From the displayed drive, copy a file to the desired location.• The figure below shows the folder configuratio

2199Downloading Images to Your ComputerWhen you shoot one still image with M-Cont Plus, Speed Cont, or Multi-trgt AF, the image is recorded as one MP

2209Downloading Images to Your Computer6Select the disk for installation, and then click [Continue].7Click [Install].• To change the installation loca

22110Appendices10 AppendicesIf an error message is displayed on the screen, check the information on the reference page and take the corresponding act

22210AppendicesCamera TroubleshootingPower SupplyProblem Cause Solution Refer toThe camera does not turn on.Battery is not loaded or is exhausted.Load

22310AppendicesShootingProblem Cause Solution Refer toThe camera does not shoot even if you press the shutter release button.Battery is exhausted. Cha

22410AppendicesThe flash does not fire or the flash cannot charge.The flash cannot be used in the following cases:• In bracket shoting• In continuous

22510AppendicesThe level indicator is not displayed.[Level Setting] is set to [Off] or [Sound].Set [Level Setting] to [Display] or [Display+Sound].P.1

22610AppendicesPlayback/DeletingProblem Cause Solution Refer toCannot play back, or the playback screen does not appear.The camera is not in playback

22710AppendicesOther ProblemsProblem Cause Solution Refer toCannot load the SD memory card.The card is facing the wrong way. Load correctly. P.26The c

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.21Note -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

22810AppendicesFor details about the software, refer to the “Software User Guide” (PDF file).When software for your Ricoh digital camera is used on a

22910Appendices2Allow the Ricoh application Internet access.• In the [Windows Firewall] dialog,click the [Exceptions] tab and check whether DL-10 is l

23010AppendicesSpecificationsNo. of effective pixels (camera) Approx. 9.29 million effective pixelsImage Sensor 1/2.3" CMOS (Approx. 10.29 total

23110Appendices*1 The picture quality mode that can be set varies depending on the image size.*2 Compatible with DCF and DPOF. DCF is the abbreviation

23210AppendicesThe following table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded in the internal memory and onto an SD memory card at va

23310AppendicesNote ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The maximum recording time is the

23410AppendicesTurning the camera off may reset some function settings to their defaults.The table below indicates whether or not the function is rese

23510Appendices(*1)The default setting varies depending on where you purchased the camera.Setup LCD Brightness O-Reg. My Settings O-Step Zoom O OffSet

23610AppendicesUsing Your Camera AbroadBattery Charger (Model BJ-7)The battery charger can be used in regions with a current of 100-240V, 50Hz/60Hz.If

23710AppendicesCautions on Use• This product was manufactured for use in the country in which it was purchased. The warranty is only valid in the coun

22If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Getting ReadyTurn the power on and get ready to shoot.Note -----------------------

23810AppendicesConditions in which condensation may easily occur:--------------------------• When the camera is moved to an environment where the temp

23910AppendicesCare• Please note that if fingerprints, dirt, etc. get onto the lens, picture quality will suffer.• When dust or dirt does get on the l

24010Appendices1. This product is backed by a limited warranty. During the warranty period mentioned in the Warranty supplied with your camera, any de

24110AppendicesINFORMATION TO THE USERUSA FCC Part15 Class BThe equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de

242AADJ Button Setting 1, 2, 3, 4 ... 176ADJ./OK Button ... 16, 62, 131AE Lock ... 68AE/AF Target Shif

243Interval Shooting ... 119Irodio Photo & Video Studio... 206, 210, 212ISO Auto-High Settings ...

244Thumbnail View ... 48Time Exposure ... 117Trim ... 144Tripod

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From environmental friendliness to environmental conservation and to environmental managementRicoh is aggressively promoting environment-friendly acti

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.23About Formatting------------------------------------------------------------------

24If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Write-protecting your images -----------------------------------------------------

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.251Insert the battery into the battery charger, making sure that the and marking

26If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.1Open the battery/card cover.2Make sure the SD memory card is facing the right way

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.273Insert the rechargeable battery.• When the rechargeable battery is loaded in plac

1Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to property

28If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.To turn the power on:1Press the POWER button.• After the start sound, the picture

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.29About Auto Power Off--------------------------------------------------------------

30If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.1Turn the power on for the first time after purchase.• The language selection scre

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.311Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to set the year, month, date, time and format.

32If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Basic ShootingNow you are ready.1Hold the camera with both hands and lightly press

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.33Preventing Camera Shake-----------------------------------------------------------

34If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.1Press the POWER button to turn the camera on, and turn the mode dial to 5.2Put th

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.353To take a picture with the subject in the foreground in focus against a backgroun

36If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Note -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.371Turn the mode dial to EASY.2Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture

2 Turn off the power immediately in the event of abnormalities such as smoke or unusual odors being emitted. Remove the battery as soon as possible,

38If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Note -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.391With the camera ready to shoot, turn the zoom lever toward z or Z.• You can check

40If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Using the Digital Zoom -----------------------------------------------------------

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.411Press the ADJ./OK button toward N (Macro).• N is displayed momentarily at the cen

42If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Note -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.43Flash Range* When ISO Setting (GP.128) is set to [Auto] or [ISO 800]Flash Modes(*)

44If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Note -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.451With the camera ready to shoot, press the t (Self-timer) button.• A list of self-

46If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Playing Back Images1Press the 6 (Playback) button.• The camera switches to playbac

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.47• Files displayed with the S symbol are images taken with M-Cont Plus, Speed Cont,

3Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit. Do not touch the internal components of the equipment if they become exposed as a

48If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.1Press the 6 (Playback) button.• The last file recorded is displayed.2Turn the zoo

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.49Switching to Single-Picture Display1Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to select a

50If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.1Press the 6 (Playback) button.• The last file recorded is displayed.2Press the AD

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.51• Pressing the DISP. button at this point changes the display as follows.4Turn the

52If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Deleting FilesYou can delete unwanted or failed shooting files from the SD memory

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.534Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Delete Multi] and then press the ADJ.

54If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.4Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Delete Multi] and then press the ADJ.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.5510Press the ADJ./OK button #$ to select [Yes] and then press the ADJ./OK button.4P

56If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.Changing the Display with the DISP. ButtonPressing the DISP. button allows you to

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.57• Histograms are not displayed in movie mode. A blinking [ REC] icon, the record

4The following two manuals are included with your CX2.“Irodio Photo & Video Studio” image viewing and editing software (for Windows only) is also

58If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.When [Level Setting] is turned on in the setup menu or by pressing and holding the

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.59Level indicator displayCaution----------------------------------------------------

60If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.When Histogram is on, a histogram appears in the lower right corner on the picture

Advanced OperationsRead this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions.1 ADJ. Button Functions ... 622 Using

62ADJ. Button Functions11 ADJ. Button FunctionsThe ADJ./OK button has the following functions. For the operating procedure of each function, see the c

63ADJ. Button Functions13Press the ADJ./OK button #$ to select the desired item.• The screenshots below are examples of the screen display when [Expos

64ADJ. Button Functions1When you are taking a picture, you can use the ADJ./OK button to shift the target for the automatic exposure (AE) and/or the a

65ADJ. Button Functions1Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• In scene mode and movie m

66Using the Fn (Function) Button22 Using the Fn (Function) ButtonWhen a function is assigned to the Fn (Function) button with [Set Fn Button] on the s

67Using the Fn (Function) Button2You can shift the AF target without moving the camera to take a close-up picture. You can lock the focus (G P.34) at

5ContentsSafety Precautions ... 1Using the Manuals...

68Using the Fn (Function) Button2Assigning [AE Lock] to the Fn (Function) button (G P.174) and then pressing the Fn button during shooting allows you

69Using the Fn (Function) Button2If [AF/Cont. AF] is assigned to the Fn (Function) button (G P.174), the Fn button can be used to toggle between [Cont

70Using the Fn (Function) Button2If [AF/M-trgt AF] is assigned to the Fn (Function) button (G P.174), the Fn button can be used to toggle between [Mul

71Using the Fn (Function) Button2If [AF/MF] is assigned to the Fn (Function) button (G P.174), the Fn button can be used to toggle between [MF] and th

72Using the Fn (Function) Button2Locking the focus at the focus lock position --------------------------------------You can press the Fn button to swi

73Using the Fn (Function) Button2Assigning one of the following functions to the Fn button (G P.174) and then pressing the Fn button allows you to swi

74Shooting Mode Types33 Shooting Mode TypesYou can use scene mode to select from among twelve still image modes, and shoot with settings automatically

75Shooting Mode Types3Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In [Discreet Mode], the camera

76Shooting Mode Types31Turn the mode dial to SCENE.• The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the picture d

77Shooting Mode Types31Turn the mode dial to SCENE.• The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the picture d

61 ADJ. Button Functions 62Assigning Functions from the Shooting Menu ...62Shifting the AE and AF Targets ...

78Shooting Mode Types31Turn the mode dial to SCENE.• The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the picture d

79Shooting Mode Types3This mode creates pictures that appear to be photos of dioramas. It is most effective when pictures are taken from a high vanta

80Shooting Mode Types36Press ADJ./OK button !" to reposition the area that will be in focus.• For help, press the Fn button. Press the Fn button

81Shooting Mode Types31Turn the mode dial to SCENE.• The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the picture d

82Shooting Mode Types3If you are shooting with [Text Mode] in scene mode, you can use the ADJ./OK button to change the shading of text.You can select

83Shooting Mode Types3Setting the mode dial to MY1 or MY2 allows you to shoot with preset settings. Use [Reg. My Settings] on the setup menu to make t

84Shooting Mode Types3The “dynamic range” of a digital camera refers to the range of brightness that can be processed by the camera. When you shoot a

85Shooting Mode Types3Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The digital zoom is disabled.

86Shooting Mode Types3This records two images, an image taken with expanded dynamic range and an image taken with normal shooting.1Turn the mode dial

87Shooting Mode Types3Turn the mode dial to R to use the various continuous shooting functions.Caution------------------------------------------------

7Focusing Modes ... 103Multi-Target AF ...

88Shooting Mode Types33Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Continuous Mode] and then press the ADJ./OK button.• The symbol appears on the scre

89Shooting Mode Types31Turn the mode dial to R.2Press the MENU button.• The continuous mode selection screen appears.3Press the ADJ./OK button !"

90Shooting Mode Types3In this mode, the camera shoots while the shutter-release button is pressed, but only the last 30 frames (about the last second

91Shooting Mode Types3Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• When shooting a fast-moving s

92Shooting Mode Types3Speed Cont allows you to record 120 consecutive images in the (approx.) 1 second (120 frames per second) or 120 consecutive imag

93Shooting Mode Types3Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• When shooting a fast-moving s

94Shooting Mode Types3You can shoot movies with sound.You can set the image size to either 640 × 480 or 320 × 240 pixels.You can set the number of fra

95Shooting Mode Types3Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The flash cannot be used.•

96Shooting Mode Types3Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Movie recording time may va

97Shooting Menu44 Shooting MenuPress the MENU button in shooting mode to display the shooting menu. The shooting menu can be used to set the following