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Open the battery cover with the battery cover side facing upward and remove the
batteries. Be careful not to drop the batteries when removing them.
batteries. Be careful not to drop the batteries when removing them.
Power save mode
When operating the camera with batteries, set POWER SAVE in the SET UP screen
to ON to extend the battery life. The factory setting is ON (page 70).
See page 88 for more information on power save mode.
to ON to extend the battery life. The factory setting is ON (page 70).
See page 88 for more information on power save mode.
Auto power-off function
If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes during recording or
playback, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. To
use the camera again, press the POWER button to turn on the camera again. The auto
power-off function only operates when the camera is operating using a battery pack.
The auto power-off also will not operate when playing back moving images or
playing back a slide show (page 60), or when a connector is plugged into the USB
jack or the DC IN jack.
playback, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. To
use the camera again, press the POWER button to turn on the camera again. The auto
power-off function only operates when the camera is operating using a battery pack.
The auto power-off also will not operate when playing back moving images or
playing back a slide show (page 60), or when a connector is plugged into the USB
jack or the DC IN jack.
* What is “InfoLITHIUM”?
“InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange information such as battery
consumption with compatible video equipment. This unit is compatible with the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (S series). “InfoLITHIUM” S series battery packs have the
“InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange information such as battery
consumption with compatible video equipment. This unit is compatible with the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (S series). “InfoLITHIUM” S series battery packs have the
mark. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
NP-FS11 battery pack (not supplied)
When you record images in an extremely cold location or using the LCD screen, the
operating time becomes short. When using the camera in an extremely cold location,
place the battery pack in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the
battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using a pocket heater, take
care not to let the heater directly contact the battery.
When you record images in an extremely cold location or using the LCD screen, the
operating time becomes short. When using the camera in an extremely cold location,
place the battery pack in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the
battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using a pocket heater, take
care not to let the heater directly contact the battery.
2
Install the batteries.
Insert the two size AA batteries with the 3 and # ends facing as illustrated. Be
careful not to insert the batteries facing the wrong way.
careful not to insert the batteries facing the wrong way.
3
Close the battery cover.
Pressing the batteries with the cover, close the cover firmly until it clicks into
place.
place.
To remove the batteries
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You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn
off your camera.
off your camera.
After charging the battery pack
Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camera.
Battery remaining indicator
When using an optional “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack, the LCD screen on the
camera shows the remaining time for which you can still record or play back images.
This indication may not be entirely accurate depending on the conditions of use and
the operating environment.
Charging of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) circumstances is recommended.
When using size AA alkaline batteries, the remaining time is not shown.
camera shows the remaining time for which you can still record or play back images.
This indication may not be entirely accurate depending on the conditions of use and
the operating environment.
Charging of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) circumstances is recommended.
When using size AA alkaline batteries, the remaining time is not shown.
Note
When you turn the LCD screen on and off, it takes about one minute for the correct battery
remaining time to appear.
When you turn the LCD screen on and off, it takes about one minute for the correct battery
remaining time to appear.
Charging the battery pack (not supplied)
1
Insert the battery pack into your camera.
2
Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to
the DC IN jack of your camera with the
the DC IN jack of your camera with the
v
mark facing up.
3
Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor (not
supplied) and then to a wall outlet (mains).
supplied) and then to a wall outlet (mains).
The /CHG lamp lights up when charging begins. When the /CHG lamp goes
off, charging is completed.
off, charging is completed.
AC-LS1A AC power adaptor (not supplied)
DC IN jack
cover
cover
To the wall outlet (mains)
Battery pack (S series)
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
Power cord
(mains lead)
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Still image recording*
Still image playback***
Approximate battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back
640×480 image size, standard picture quality, no flash, and in NORMAL recording
mode.
640×480 image size, standard picture quality, no flash, and in NORMAL recording
mode.
∗
Recording at about 3-second intervals with the power save mode off (when continuous
recording, the power save mode does not operate effectively.)
recording, the power save mode does not operate effectively.)
∗∗
When using a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
∗∗∗
Playing back single images in order at about 3-second intervals
Moving image recording
Approximate recording time in 160×112 image size.
∗
When using a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Notes
•
The camera may not operate in an extremely cold location when using alkaline batteries.
Even when using an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (not supplied), the battery life and number
of images will be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash,
repeatedly turn the power on/off or use the zoom.
Even when using an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (not supplied), the battery life and number
of images will be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash,
repeatedly turn the power on/off or use the zoom.
•
The numbers of images shown on tables above are as a guide. The numbers may be smaller
depending on conditions.
depending on conditions.
•
The capacity of the “Memory Stick” is limited. The above figures are a guide when you
continuously record/play back while replacing the “Memory Stick.”
continuously record/play back while replacing the “Memory Stick.”
•
When LCD BACKLIGHT is set to BRIGHT, the battery life and number of images will be
decreased.
decreased.
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back
SONY alkaline batteries
(supplied)
NP-FS11 (not supplied)**
Battery life
(min.)
Number of
images
Battery life
(min.)
Number of
images
LCD screen ON
Approx. 30
Approx. 600
Approx. 90
Approx. 1800
LCD screen OFF
Approx. 60
Approx. 1200
Approx. 120
Approx. 2400
SONY alkaline batteries
(supplied)
NP-FS11 (not supplied)**
Battery life
(min.)
Number of
images
Battery life
(min.)
Number of
images
LCD screen ON
Approx. 60
Approx. 1200
Approx. 120
Approx. 2400
SONY alkaline batteries
(supplied)
NP-FS11 (not supplied)*
LCD screen
OFF (min.)
LCD screen
ON (min.)
LCD screen
OFF (min.)
LCD screen
ON (min.)
Continuous
recording
Approx. 60
Approx. 30
Approx. 120
Approx. 90
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Approximate time to charge a completely discharged battery pack using the
AC-LS1A AC power adaptor (not supplied) at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
AC-LS1A AC power adaptor (not supplied) at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Using a car battery
Use Sony DC adaptor/charger (not supplied).
Using your camera abroad
For details, see page 74.
When using the AC power adaptor
Be sure to use it near the wall outlet. If a malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug
from the wall outlet.
from the wall outlet.
Charging time
Battery pack
Full charge (min.)
NP-FS11 (not supplied)
Approx. 180
Using the AC power adaptor (not supplied)
1
Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to
the DC IN jack of your camera with the
the DC IN jack of your camera with the
v
mark facing up.
2
Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor (not
supplied) and then to a wall outlet (mains).
supplied) and then to a wall outlet (mains).
AC-LS1A AC power adaptor (not supplied)
DC IN jack
cover
cover
To the wall outlet (mains)
Power cord
(mains lead)
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Setting the date and time
When you first use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the
CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera.
CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera.
1
Set the mode dial to
,
,
or
2
Press and hold down the POWER button for
approximately one second to turn on the
power.
approximately one second to turn on the
power.
The POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp (green) lights
up.
The CLOCK SET screen appears on the LCD
screen.
To change the date and time, set the mode dial to
SET UP (page 69) and perform the procedure from step
up.
The CLOCK SET screen appears on the LCD
screen.
To change the date and time, set the mode dial to
SET UP (page 69) and perform the procedure from step
3.
3
Select the desired date display format with
v
/
V
on the control button, then press the
center
z
.
Select from [Y/M/D] (year/month/day), [M/D/Y]
(month/day/year) or [D/M/Y] (day/month/year).
(month/day/year) or [D/M/Y] (day/month/year).
4
Select the year, month, day, hour or minute
item you want to set with
item you want to set with
b
/
B
on the control
button.
The item to be set is indicated with v/V.
Control button
Select the item with
vVbB
vVbB
, then set with
the center z.
POWER
ON/OFF(CHG)
2001
/
:
/ 1
1
12
00
AM
Y / M / D
D / M / Y
OK
CANCEL
M / D / Y
CLOCK SET
OK
2001
/
:
/ 1
1
12
00
AM
Y / M / D
D / M / Y
OK
CANCEL
M / D / Y
CLOCK SET
OK
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To cancel the date and time setting
Select [CANCEL] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z.
Note
If the rechargeable button battery is ever fully discharged (page 72), the CLOCK SET screen will
appear again. When this happens, reset the date and time by starting from step
If the rechargeable button battery is ever fully discharged (page 72), the CLOCK SET screen will
appear again. When this happens, reset the date and time by starting from step
3 above.
5
Set the numeric value with
v
/
V
on the
control button, then press the center
z
to
enter it.
After entering the number, v/V moves to the next
item.
If you selected [D/M/Y] in step
item.
If you selected [D/M/Y] in step
3, set the time on a
24-hour cycle.
6
Select [OK] with
B
on the control button,
then press the center
z
at the desired
moment to begin clock movement.
The date and time are entered.
2001
/
:
/ 1
7
12
00
AM
Y / M / D
D / M / Y
OK
CANCEL
M / D / Y
CLOCK SET
OK
2001
/
:
/ 4
7
10
30
PM
Y / M / D
D / M / Y
OK
CANCEL
M / D / Y
CLOCK SET
OK
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Inserting the “Memory Stick”
Open the “Memory Stick” cover, then press the “Memory Stick” once lightly.
Notes
•
Insert the “Memory Stick” firmly until it clicks, otherwise a message such as “MEMORY
STICK ERROR” will be displayed.
STICK ERROR” will be displayed.
•
Never remove the “Memory Stick” or turn off the power while the access lamp is lit up.
•
You cannot record or edit images on a “Memory Stick” if the erasure prevention switch is set to
the LOCK position.
the LOCK position.
The position and shape of the erasure prevention switch may differ depending on the types of
“Memory Stick” used.
“Memory Stick” used.
1
Open the “Memory Stick” cover.
2
Insert the “Memory Stick.”
Insert the “Memory Stick” with the B mark facing toward the battery
compartment as illustrated until it clicks.
compartment as illustrated until it clicks.
3
Close the “Memory Stick” cover.
Removing the “Memory Stick”
Access lamp
Erasure
prevention
switch
prevention
switch
Connector
Label space
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Basic operations
B
Recording
Basic operations
How to use the mode dial
The mode dial switches the function which is used for recording, playback, or
editing. Set the dial as follows before starting to operate your camera.
editing. Set the dial as follows before starting to operate your camera.
How to use the control button
When the menu is not displayed, the control button is used to perform the following
operations.
operations.
When you select above functions with the control button while recording with the
LCD screen turned off, the LCD screen lights for approximately 2 seconds and the
selected function icon appears on the screen. The LCD screen also lights
automatically when the MENU button is pressed, but in this case the LCD screen
does not turn off automatically.
LCD screen turned off, the LCD screen lights for approximately 2 seconds and the
selected function icon appears on the screen. The LCD screen also lights
automatically when the MENU button is pressed, but in this case the LCD screen
does not turn off automatically.
:
To record still images in TWILIGHT mode
:
To record still images
:
To play back or edit images
:
To record moving images or Clip Motion images
SET UP: To display the setup items (The SET UP position
changes the settings of infrequently-used
items.)
items.)
(v): Recording with flash
(V): Recording with self-timer
7 (b): Checking the last recorded image
(B): Recording close subjects
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Recording still images
Still images are recorded in JPEG format.
Before recording still images, press the POWER button to turn on the power and
insert a “Memory Stick.”
Before recording still images, press the POWER button to turn on the power and
insert a “Memory Stick.”
1
Set the mode dial to
or
.
2
Press and hold the shutter button halfway down.
The image freezes momentarily, but is not yet recorded. While the AE/AF lock
indicator
indicator
z
is flashing, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure and
focus of the captured image. When the camera finishes the automatic
adjustments, the AE/AF lock indicator
adjustments, the AE/AF lock indicator
z
stops flashing, then lights up and the
camera is ready for recording.*
If you release the shutter button, the recording will be canceled.
If you release the shutter button, the recording will be canceled.
POWER
AE/AF lock indicator (green) flashes
t lights up
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If the flashing AE/AF lock indicator changes to flashing slowly, the subject may be difficult to
focus on (dark, poor contrast) or the subject may be extremely close. Release the shutter
button, then focus again.
focus on (dark, poor contrast) or the subject may be extremely close. Release the shutter
button, then focus again.
The number of images you can record on a “Memory Stick”
See pages 46 and 48 to 52.
Notes
•
When recording a bright subject, the LCD screen color may change after AE/AF lock, but this
does not affect the recorded image.
does not affect the recorded image.
•
When you press the shutter button fully down at once in step
2, the camera starts recording
after the automatic adjustment is complete. However, the recording cannot be carried out while
the
the
/CHG lamp (page 21) is flashing. (During this time, the camera is charging the flash.)
Hold the camera so that your fingers do not block the flash and do not touch the lens
portion when recording images.
portion when recording images.
3
Press the shutter button fully down.
The shutter sounds.
“RECORDING” appears on the LCD screen, and the image will be recorded on
the “Memory Stick.” When “RECORDING” disappears, you can record the
next image.
“RECORDING” appears on the LCD screen, and the image will be recorded on
the “Memory Stick.” When “RECORDING” disappears, you can record the
next image.
Holding the camera correctly
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You can extend the battery time by turning off the LCD screen and recording using
the finder.
Each time you press DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF, the status of the LCD screen changes
as follows:
See page 85 for a detailed description of the indicated items.
the finder.
Each time you press DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF, the status of the LCD screen changes
as follows:
See page 85 for a detailed description of the indicated items.
The LCD backlight is turned on.
(All the available indicators are turned on.)
(All the available indicators are turned on.)
r
The LCD backlight is turned on.
(Warning messages are turned on.)
(Warning messages are turned on.)
r
The LCD backlight is turned off.
Indicators in the finder
Notes
•
You cannot check the entire recording range with the finder. Recording with the LCD screen is
recommended when it is necessary to correctly understand the recording range.
recommended when it is necessary to correctly understand the recording range.
•
Because of the difference of the portion of the finder and lens, use the LCD screen when you
record a subject closer than 1 m (3 1/4 feet).
record a subject closer than 1 m (3 1/4 feet).
•
When [DEMO] is set to [ON] in the SET UP settings, you cannot turn off the LCD screen once
the demonstration starts.
the demonstration starts.
•
You cannot turn off the LCD backlight when setting in SET UP and when displaying the menu.
•
You cannot turn off the self-timer indicators and some of the indicators used in advanced
operations.
operations.
•
The indicators on the LCD screen are not recorded.
Recording images with the finder
DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF
Recording lamp (red)
AE/AF lock lamp (green)
/CHG lamp (orange)
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When recording with the LCD screen, align the AF frame in the center of the screen
with the subject.
with the subject.
You can check the last recorded image by clearing the menu from the screen
(page 40) and pressing b (
(page 40) and pressing b (
7) on the control button. (You can perform this operation
even when the LCD screen is off.)
To return to the normal recording mode: press lightly on the shutter button or
press b (
To return to the normal recording mode: press lightly on the shutter button or
press b (
7) again.
To delete the image: 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [DELETE] with B on the control
button, then press the center z. 3. Select [OK] with v on the control button, then
press the center z.
button, then press the center z. 3. Select [OK] with v on the control button, then
press the center z.
If you cannot get a sharp focus on a close subject
Press the zoom W button repeatedly and move closer to the subject until the focus is
sharp.
sharp.
Minimum focal distance to the subject
W side: About 25 cm (9 27/32 inches) or more
T side: About 80 cm (31 1/2 inches) or more
To record even closer subjects, see page 53.
T side: About 80 cm (31 1/2 inches) or more
To record even closer subjects, see page 53.
Recording with the LCD screen
Checking the last recorded image (Quick Review)
Using the zoom feature
AF frame
T side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)
Zoom button
W side: for wide-angle (subject appears
farther away)
farther away)
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Digital zoom function
This camera has a digital zoom function.
Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing and it starts to function when
zoom exceeds 3
Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing and it starts to function when
zoom exceeds 3
×
.
Using digital zoom
•
The maximum zoom magnification is 6
×
.
•
Digital zooming deteriorates the picture quality. When digital zoom is not
necessary, set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [OFF] in the setup settings (page 69).
necessary, set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [OFF] in the setup settings (page 69).
Notes
•
Digital zoom does not work for moving images.
•
Use the LCD screen when using digital zoom function. Digitally zoomed images do not appear
in the finder.
in the finder.
•
The AF frame (page 85) does not appear on the LCD screen.
When you use the self-timer function, the subject is recorded about 10 seconds after
you press the shutter button.
you press the shutter button.
Clear the menu (page 40), then press the control button V (
). The
(self-timer)
indicator appears on the LCD screen, and about 10 seconds after you press the shutter
button, the subject is recorded. The self-timer lamp flashes and the beep sounds after
you press the shutter button until the shutter is released. To cancel the self-timer
recording, press the control button V (
button, the subject is recorded. The self-timer lamp flashes and the beep sounds after
you press the shutter button until the shutter is released. To cancel the self-timer
recording, press the control button V (
) again.
Using the self-timer
The T side of the bar shows the
digital zooming zone.
digital zooming zone.
Control button
Shutter button
Self-timer lamp
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The factory setting is auto (no indicator). In this mode, the flash automatically
strobes when the surroundings is dark. To change the flash mode, clear the menu
(page 40), then press the
strobes when the surroundings is dark. To change the flash mode, clear the menu
(page 40), then press the
control button v (
) repeatedly so that the flash mode
indicator appears on the LCD screen.
Each time you press the control button v ( ), the indicator changes as follows.
(No indicator)
t t
t (No indicator)
Forced flash:
The flash strobes regardless of the surrounding brightness.
No flash:
The flash does not strobe.
You can change the brightness of the flash with [ ±] (FLASH LEVEL) in the menu
settings (page 42).
settings (page 42).
To reduce the red-eye phenomenon
Set [RED EYE REDUCTION] to [ON] in the setup settings, the flash strobes before
recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (page 69). When [ON] is selected and
the mode dial is set to
recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (page 69). When [ON] is selected and
the mode dial is set to
or
,
appears on the LCD screen.
Notes
•
When [ISO] is set to [AUTO] in the menu settings, the recommended shooting distance using
the built-in flash is 0.3 m to 2.0 m (11 13/16 inches to 6 feet 6 3/4 inches). When it is not set to
[AUTO], the flash may be ineffective even if the flash level is changed.
the built-in flash is 0.3 m to 2.0 m (11 13/16 inches to 6 feet 6 3/4 inches). When it is not set to
[AUTO], the flash may be ineffective even if the flash level is changed.
•
Red-eye reduction may not produce the desired effects depending on individual differences, the
distance to the subject, if the subject does not see the pre-strobe, or other conditions.
distance to the subject, if the subject does not see the pre-strobe, or other conditions.
•
The flash effect is not obtained easily when you use forced flash in a bright location.
•
While charging the flash, the
/CHG lamp flashes. After the charging is complete, the lamp
goes out.
•
The flash does not function when recording moving images (excluding Clip Motion).
•
When you record images in a dark place with the camera set to
(no flash), the shutter speed
becomes slow, so using a tripod is recommended to prevent shaking.
Recording images with the flash
Control button
v
(
)
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The AF illuminator is fill light to focus on a subject easily under dark conditions. Set
[AF ILLUMINATOR] (page 69) to [ON] in the setup settings,
[AF ILLUMINATOR] (page 69) to [ON] in the setup settings,
appears on the
LCD screen and the AF illuminator emits light when the shutter button is pressed
halfway. It keeps emitting light until the focus is locked.
halfway. It keeps emitting light until the focus is locked.
Notes
•
If AF illuminator light does not reach the subject sufficiently or the subject has no contrast,
focus will not be achieved. (Approximate distance up to 2.0 m (6 feet 6 3/4 inches) is
recommended.)
focus will not be achieved. (Approximate distance up to 2.0 m (6 feet 6 3/4 inches) is
recommended.)
•
In TWILIGHT mode (page 47), the AF illuminator will emit only when the flash mode is set to
(Forced flash).
•
Focus is achieved as long as AF illuminator light reaches to the subject even if its light is
slightly out of the middle position of the subject.
slightly out of the middle position of the subject.
•
The AF illuminator is a very bright light. Although it is safe to use, avoid shining it directly into
someone’s eyes at a close distance.
someone’s eyes at a close distance.
Recording images with the AF illuminator
AF illuminator
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Recording moving images
Moving images are recorded in MPEG format (page 38).
To record moving images, press the POWER button to turn on the power and insert a
“Memory Stick.”
To record moving images, press the POWER button to turn on the power and insert a
“Memory Stick.”
1
Set the mode dial to SET UP.
2
Select [
] (CAMERA) with
v
/
V
on the
control button, then press
B
.
3
Select [MOVING IMAGE] with
v
/
V
on the
control button, then press
B
.
4
Select [MPEG MOVIE] with
v
/
V
on the
control button, then press the center
z
.
5
Set the mode dial to
.
POWER
DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF
CAMERA
MOVING IMAGE:
DATE/TIME:
DIGITAL ZOOM:
RED EYE REDUCTION:
AF ILLUMINATOR:
DATE/TIME:
DIGITAL ZOOM:
RED EYE REDUCTION:
AF ILLUMINATOR:
MPEG MOVIE
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
PAGE SELECT
MPEG MOVIE
CLIP MOTION
CLIP MOTION
CAMERA
MO
MOVING IMA
VING IMAGE:
GE:
DATE/TIME:
DIGITAL ZOOM:
RED EYE REDUCTION:
AF ILLUMINATOR:
DIGITAL ZOOM:
RED EYE REDUCTION:
AF ILLUMINATOR:
OK
CAMERA
MOVING IMAGE:
DATE/TIME:
DIGITAL ZOOM:
RED EYE REDUCTION:
AF ILLUMINATOR:
DATE/TIME:
DIGITAL ZOOM:
RED EYE REDUCTION:
AF ILLUMINATOR:
MPEG MOVIE
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
PAGE SELECT
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