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Before using your camera
Trial recording
Before you record one-time events, you may want
to make a trial recording to make sure that the
camera is working correctly.
to make a trial recording to make sure that the
camera is working correctly.
No compensation for contents of the
recording
recording
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated
for if recording or playback is not possible due to
a malfunction of your camera or recording media,
etc.
for if recording or playback is not possible due to
a malfunction of your camera or recording media,
etc.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always
copy (back up) data to a disk.
copy (back up) data to a disk.
Notes on image data compatibility
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This camera conforms with the Design rule for
Camera File system universal standard
established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics
and Information Technology Industries
Association).
Camera File system universal standard
established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics
and Information Technology Industries
Association).
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Playback of images recorded with your camera
on other equipment and playback of images
recorded or edited with other equipment on
your camera are not guaranteed.
on other equipment and playback of images
recorded or edited with other equipment on
your camera are not guaranteed.
Precaution on copyright
Television programs, films, video tapes, and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to
the provision of the copyright laws.
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to
the provision of the copyright laws.
Do not shake or strike the camera
In addition to malfunctions and inability to record
images, this may render the “Memory Stick”
unusable or image data breakdown, damage or
loss may occur.
images, this may render the “Memory Stick”
unusable or image data breakdown, damage or
loss may occur.
LCD screen, LCD finder (only models
with an LCD finder) and lens
with an LCD finder) and lens
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The LCD screen and the LCD finder are
manufactured using extremely high-precision
technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are
operational for effective use. However, there
may be some tiny black points and/or bright
points (white, red, blue or green in color) that
constantly appear on the LCD screen and the
LCD finder. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
manufactured using extremely high-precision
technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are
operational for effective use. However, there
may be some tiny black points and/or bright
points (white, red, blue or green in color) that
constantly appear on the LCD screen and the
LCD finder. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
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Be careful when placing the camera near a
window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen,
the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long
periods may cause malfunctions.
window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen,
the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long
periods may cause malfunctions.
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Do not press the LCD screen hardly. The screen
may be uneven and that may cause a
malfunction.
may be uneven and that may cause a
malfunction.
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Images may be trailed on the LCD screen in a
cold location. This is not a malfunction.
cold location. This is not a malfunction.
The power zoom lens
This camera is equipped with a power zoom lens.
Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful
not to apply force to it.
Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful
not to apply force to it.
Clean the flash surface before use
The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the
flash surface to become discolored or to stick to
the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light
emission.
flash surface to become discolored or to stick to
the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light
emission.
Do not get the camera wet
When taking pictures outdoors in the rain or
under similar conditions, be careful not to get the
camera wet. If moisture condensation occurs, see
page 107 and follow the instructions on how to
remove it before using the camera.
under similar conditions, be careful not to get the
camera wet. If moisture condensation occurs, see
page 107 and follow the instructions on how to
remove it before using the camera.
Do not expose the camera to sand or
dust
dust
Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may
cause malfunction.
cause malfunction.
Do not aim the camera at the sun or
other bright light
other bright light
This may cause irrecoverable damage to your
eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of your
camera.
eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of your
camera.
Notes on the camera locations
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Do not use the camera near a location that
generates strong radio wave or emits radiation.
The camera may not be able to record or play
back properly.
generates strong radio wave or emits radiation.
The camera may not be able to record or play
back properly.
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Do not use the camera near a TV, radio, tuner.
Noise may be caused on the camera.
Noise may be caused on the camera.
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On illustration
Illustrations used in this manual are of DSC-P8
unless noted otherwise.
unless noted otherwise.
The pictures used in this manual
The photographs used as examples of pictures in
this manual are reproduced images, and are not
actual images shot using this camera.
this manual are reproduced images, and are not
actual images shot using this camera.
Trademarks
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“Memory Stick,”
and “MagicGate
Memory Stick” are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
Corporation.
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“Memory Stick Duo” and
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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“Memory Stick PRO” and
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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“MagicGate” and
are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
Corporation.
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Microsoft and Windows are registered
trademarks of the U.S. Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and other countries.
trademarks of the U.S. Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and other countries.
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Macintosh, Mac OS, QuickTime, iBook and
Power Mac are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
Power Mac are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
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Pentium is a trademark or a registered
trademark of Intel Corporation.
trademark of Intel Corporation.
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In addition, system and product names used in
this manual are, in general, trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective
developers or manufacturers. However, the
this manual are, in general, trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective
developers or manufacturers. However, the
™
or ® marks are not used in all cases in this
manual.
manual.
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Table of contents
Before using your camera ......................... 4
Identifying the parts ................................. 8
Identifying the parts ................................. 8
Charging the battery pack ....................... 10
Using an external power source .............. 13
Using your camera abroad ...................... 13
Turning on/off your camera .................... 14
How to use the control button ................. 14
Setting the date and time......................... 15
Using an external power source .............. 13
Using your camera abroad ...................... 13
Turning on/off your camera .................... 14
How to use the control button ................. 14
Setting the date and time......................... 15
Inserting and removing a
“Memory Stick” ............................. 17
Setting the still image size ...................... 18
Image size and quality ............................ 19
Basic still image shooting (using auto
Image size and quality ............................ 19
Basic still image shooting (using auto
adjustment mode) ........................... 21
Checking the last image you shot
— Quick Review ............................ 23
Using the zoom feature....................... 23
Shooting close-ups — Macro ............. 24
Using the self-timer ............................ 25
Selecting a flash mode ........................ 26
Shooting images with the finder ......... 28
Inserting the date and time on a still
Shooting close-ups — Macro ............. 24
Using the self-timer ............................ 25
Selecting a flash mode ........................ 26
Shooting images with the finder ......... 28
Inserting the date and time on a still
image .............................................. 29
Viewing images on the LCD screen of your
camera ............................................ 30
Viewing images on a TV screen............. 32
Deleting images ...................................... 34
Formatting a “Memory Stick” ................ 37
Formatting a “Memory Stick” ................ 37
How to setup and operate your camera .. 39
Changing the menu settings ............... 39
Changing the items in the SET UP
Changing the items in the SET UP
screen ............................................. 39
Deciding the still image quality.............. 40
Creating or selecting a folder ................. 40
Creating or selecting a folder ................. 40
Creating a new folder ......................... 41
Changing the recording folder ........... 41
Changing the recording folder ........... 41
Choosing an auto focus method ............. 42
Choosing a focus range finder frame
— AF range finder ......................... 42
Choosing a focus operation
—AF Mode .................................... 43
Setting the distance to the subject
— Focus preset .............................. 44
Adjusting the exposure
— EV adjustment ...........................45
Displaying a histogram .......................46
Selecting the metering mode...................47
Shooting three images with the exposure
Shooting three images with the exposure
shifted — Exposure Bracket
(DSC-P10/P12 only).......................48
(DSC-P10/P12 only).......................48
Adjusting color tones
— White Balance ...........................49
Adjusting the flash level
— Flash Level ................................50
Shooting multiple frames
— Clip Motion ...............................51
Shooting in Multi Burst mode
— Multi Burst.................................52
Shooting three or two images continuously
— Burst 3 (DSC-P10/P12)/
Burst 2 (DSC-P8) ...........................53
Burst 2 (DSC-P8) ...........................53
Shooting still images for e-mail
— E-Mail........................................53
Shooting still images with audio files
— Voice..........................................54
Shooting according to scene conditions
— Scene Selection..........................55
Adding special effects
— Picture Effect .............................57
Getting started
Shooting still images
Viewing still images
Deleting still images
Before advanced operations
Advanced still image
shooting
shooting
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Selecting the folder and playing back
images — Folder ............................58
Enlarging a portion of a still image.........59
Enlarging an image
— Playback zoom...........................59
Recording an enlarged image
— Trimming ...................................60
Playing back successive images
— Slide Show .................................60
Rotating still images
— Rotate.........................................61
Playing back images shot in Multi Burst
mode ...............................................61
Playing back continuously ..................62
Playing back frame by frame
Playing back frame by frame
— Jog playback ..............................62
Protecting images — Protect...................63
Changing image size — Resize...............65
Choosing images to print
Changing image size — Resize...............65
Choosing images to print
— Print (DPOF) mark ....................65
Shooting movies ..................................... 68
Viewing movies on the LCD screen ....... 69
Deleting movies ...................................... 70
Editing movies ........................................ 71
Viewing movies on the LCD screen ....... 69
Deleting movies ...................................... 70
Editing movies ........................................ 71
Cutting movies.................................... 72
Deleting unnecessary portions
Deleting unnecessary portions
of movies ........................................ 73
Copying images to your computer
— For Windows users.................... 74
Copying images to your computer
— For Macintosh users .................. 84
Creating a Video CD .............................. 85
Troubleshooting ...................................... 87
Warnings and messages .......................... 95
Self-diagnosis display ............................. 97
Warnings and messages .......................... 95
Self-diagnosis display ............................. 97
Number of images that can be saved or
shooting time...................................98
Menu items ............................................100
SET UP items ........................................104
Precautions ............................................107
On “Memory Stick” ..............................108
On “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack .........109
Specifications ........................................110
The LCD screen ....................................112
SET UP items ........................................104
Precautions ............................................107
On “Memory Stick” ..............................108
On “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack .........109
Specifications ........................................110
The LCD screen ....................................112
Index......................................................115
Advanced still image viewing
Still image editing
Enjoying movies
Enjoying images on your
computer
computer
Troubleshooting
Additional information
Index
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