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When the mode dial is set to
∗
Only in single-image mode.
Item
Setting
Description
DELETE
OK
Deletes the displayed image (page 71).
CANCEL
Cancels deleting of the image.
PROTECT
–
Protects images against accidental erasure
(page 72).
(page 72).
PRINT
–
Marks the print mark on still images (page 76).
SLIDE*
INTERVAL
Sets the slide show interval.
x 3 sec/5 sec/10 sec/30 sec/1 min
x 3 sec/5 sec/10 sec/30 sec/1 min
REPEAT
x ON/OFF
START
Starts the slide show.
CANCEL
Cancels the slide show.
COPY
OK
Copies an image (page 75).
CANCEL
Cancels copying of the image.
RESIZE*
2272×1704
(DSC-S85 only)
2048×1536
(DSC-S75 only)
1600×1200
1280×960
640×480
CANCEL
(DSC-S85 only)
2048×1536
(DSC-S75 only)
1600×1200
1280×960
640×480
CANCEL
Changes the recorded image size (page 74).
ROTATE*
OK
CANCEL
CANCEL
Rotates the still image (page 69).
DIVIDE*
OK
CANCEL
CANCEL
Divides a moving image (page 78).
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Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE)
1
Set the mode dial to
, SCN, S, A, M, or
.
2
Press MENU.
The menu appears.
3
Select the desired image size from [
] (IMAGE SIZE) and press
v
/
V
.
Still image sizes:
DSC-S85
2272×1704, 2272 (3:2)*, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480
2272×1704, 2272 (3:2)*, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480
DSC-S75
2048×1536, 2048 (3:2)*, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480
2048×1536, 2048 (3:2)*, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480
∗
The image is recorded in the ratio of three to two to fit the printing paper size. Using this
image size, the margin of an image is not printed out. However, the slight amount of the
upper and lower black portions are displayed on the LCD screen.
image size, the margin of an image is not printed out. However, the slight amount of the
upper and lower black portions are displayed on the LCD screen.
Moving image (MPEG movie) sizes:
320 (HQ)*, 320×240, 160×112
∗
High Quality mode
Clip Motion sizes:
NORMAL (160×120), MOBILE (80×72)
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The number of images* or the time** that you can record on a “Memory
Stick” (8 MB or 16 MB)***
Stick” (8 MB or 16 MB)***
Still images:
Moving images:
∗
When MODE (REC MODE) is set to NORMAL.
∗∗
The maximum recording time in continuous recording.
∗∗∗
The numbers in the parentheses indicate the number of images or the amount of recordable
time on a “Memory Stick” (16 MB).
time on a “Memory Stick” (16 MB).
∗∗∗∗
When recording 10 frames per Clip Motion file.
Remaining number of recordable images or recordable time (page 99)
The actual number of remaining images or recordable time may differ depending on the
recording conditions.
recording conditions.
Image size
Usage
Quality
STANDARD
FINE
2272×1704
(DSC-S85 only)
(DSC-S85 only)
Modifying images
Approx. 7 (14)
Approx. 4 (8)
2272 (3:2)
(DSC-S85 only)
(DSC-S85 only)
Printing in 3:2 ratio
Approx. 7 (14)
Approx. 4 (8)
2048×1536
(DSC-S75 only)
(DSC-S75 only)
Modifying images
Approx. 9 (18)
Approx. 5 (10)
2048 (3:2)
(DSC-S75 only)
(DSC-S75 only)
Printing in 3:2 ratio
Approx. 9 (18)
Approx. 5 (10)
1600×1200
Printing in A4 format
Approx. 15 (30)
Approx. 8 (16)
1280×960
Printing in post card size
Approx. 22 (44)
Approx. 12 (24)
640×480
Attaching to e-mail
Approx. 118 (240)
Approx. 48 (96)
Image size
Usage
Number of images or time
320 (HQ)
Viewing on TV
Approx. 20 (40) sec.
320×240
Viewing on web site
Approx. 80 (160) sec.
160×112
Attaching to e-mail
Approx. 320 (640) sec.
MOBILE
(80×72)
(80×72)
—
Approx. 350 (450)
NORMAL
(160×120)****
(160×120)****
—
Approx. 40 (80)
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B Various recording
Recording with the
exposure fixed (AE
LOCK)
exposure fixed (AE
LOCK)
Mode dial:
/S/A/M/SCN
Once you press AE LOCK, the
exposure, now captured, is fixed. For
instance, this function is convenient in
the following use:
Measure the exposure of the desired
portion of the subject using the spot
light-metering function and fix its
exposure value by pressing AE LOCK.
Then, recompose the picture.
exposure, now captured, is fixed. For
instance, this function is convenient in
the following use:
Measure the exposure of the desired
portion of the subject using the spot
light-metering function and fix its
exposure value by pressing AE LOCK.
Then, recompose the picture.
1
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
M or SCN.
2
Target the subject that has
desired exposure value, then
press AE LOCK.
desired exposure value, then
press AE LOCK.
The exposure is fixed and the AE-
L mark appears.
L mark appears.
3
Target the subject you want
to record and press and hold
the shutter button halfway
down.
to record and press and hold
the shutter button halfway
down.
The focus is automatically
adjusted.
adjusted.
4
Press down the shutter
button.
button.
1
2
3,4
To release AE LOCK
Carry out one of the followings:
•
Press AE LOCK again after step
2
.
•
Release your finger from the shutter
button after step
button after step
3
.
•
Press down the shutter button in step
4
.
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Recording with the
manual adjustments
manual adjustments
Mode dial: S/A/M
Once the shutter speed is adjusted
manually, the aperture will be
automatically adjusted to the suitable
value to attain correct exposure
according to the brightness of the
subject. Using the higher shutter speed,
you can record a fast-moving subject
with its motion frozen. And using the
lower shutter speed, you can record the
flow motion of a moving subject.
manually, the aperture will be
automatically adjusted to the suitable
value to attain correct exposure
according to the brightness of the
subject. Using the higher shutter speed,
you can record a fast-moving subject
with its motion frozen. And using the
lower shutter speed, you can record the
flow motion of a moving subject.
1
Set the mode dial to S.
2
Select a shutter speed with
the jog dial, then press the
jog dial.
the jog dial, then press the
jog dial.
The shutter speed can be selected
from 8'' to 1/1000.
from 8'' to 1/1000.
Once the aperture is adjusted manually,
the shutter speed will be automatically
adjusted to the suitable value to attain
correct exposure according to the
brightness of the subject. Selecting a
lower aperture value opens the lens iris.
Using a lower aperture value, you can
record a subject with its background
unclear. And using a higher aperture
value, you can record both the subject
and the background stand out clearly.
the shutter speed will be automatically
adjusted to the suitable value to attain
correct exposure according to the
brightness of the subject. Selecting a
lower aperture value opens the lens iris.
Using a lower aperture value, you can
record a subject with its background
unclear. And using a higher aperture
value, you can record both the subject
and the background stand out clearly.
Shutter speed priority mode
Aperture priority mode
1
2
1
Set the mode dial to A.
2
Select an aperture value with
the jog dial, then press the
jog dial.
the jog dial, then press the
jog dial.
The aperture value can be selected
from F2 to F8.
from F2 to F8.
You can manually adjust the shutter
speed and aperture values to achieve
the desired shooting condition
according to your purpose. The
exposure value appears on the LCD
screen (page 61). And you can also
adjust the aperture value and the
shutter speed value according to your
taste. 0 EV is the most suitable value
set by the camera.
speed and aperture values to achieve
the desired shooting condition
according to your purpose. The
exposure value appears on the LCD
screen (page 61). And you can also
adjust the aperture value and the
shutter speed value according to your
taste. 0 EV is the most suitable value
set by the camera.
1
Set the mode dial to M.
Manual exposure mode
1
2
1
2,3,4,5
M
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2
Select the aperture value
indication with the jog dial,
then press the jog dial.
indication with the jog dial,
then press the jog dial.
3
Select the aperture value with
the jog dial, then press the
jog dial.
the jog dial, then press the
jog dial.
4
Select the shutter speed
value indication with the jog
dial, then press the jog dial.
value indication with the jog
dial, then press the jog dial.
5
Select the shutter speed
value with the jog dial, then
press the jog dial.
value with the jog dial, then
press the jog dial.
For details on available values, see
“Shutter speed priority mode” on
page 51, or “Aperture priority
mode” on page 51.
“Shutter speed priority mode” on
page 51, or “Aperture priority
mode” on page 51.
Note
If the setting is not appropriate in aperture
priority mode, shutter speed priority mode,
or manual exposure mode, the setting value
indicator on the LCD screen flashes. You
can record in this setting, we, however,
recommend that you adjust the flashed-
value again.
priority mode, shutter speed priority mode,
or manual exposure mode, the setting value
indicator on the LCD screen flashes. You
can record in this setting, we, however,
recommend that you adjust the flashed-
value again.
Records images
according to shooting
conditions (SCENE
SELECTION)
according to shooting
conditions (SCENE
SELECTION)
Mode dial: SCN
This camera has preset three SCENE
SELECTION modes. Each mode is
suitable for the following situations;
night scene, landscape, and portrait.
SELECTION modes. Each mode is
suitable for the following situations;
night scene, landscape, and portrait.
1
Set the mode dial to SET UP.
The setup screen appears.
2
Select [
] (CAMERA) with
v
/
V
, [SCENE SELECTION]
with
B
/
v
/
V
, then press
B
.
3
Select the desired setting,
then press
then press
z
.
TWILIGHT mode
Allows you to record bright
subjects in dark places without
losing the dark atmosphere of the
surroundings. The shutter speed
becomes slower, so we
recommend that you use a tripod
to prevent shaking.
subjects in dark places without
losing the dark atmosphere of the
surroundings. The shutter speed
becomes slower, so we
recommend that you use a tripod
to prevent shaking.
LANDSCAPE mode
Focuses only on a distant subject
to record landscapes, etc.
to record landscapes, etc.
PORTRAIT mode
Suits for portrait recordings.
Backgrounds blurred away, and the
frontward person is sharpened.
Backgrounds blurred away, and the
frontward person is sharpened.
4
Set the mode dial to SCN.
The selected setting is loaded.
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To cancel the SCENE
SELECTION function
Set the mode dial to
SELECTION function
Set the mode dial to
, S, A, M,
,
or .
Notes
•
You can focus only on distant subjects in
LANDSCAPE mode.
LANDSCAPE mode.
•
Set the forced flash
when you use the
flash in the following modes:
— TWILIGHT mode
— LANDSCAPE mode
— TWILIGHT mode
— LANDSCAPE mode
•
When using the SCENE SELECTION
mode, the AF illuminator (page 25) does
not emit in the following conditions:
— TWILIGHT mode: when the flash
mode, the AF illuminator (page 25) does
not emit in the following conditions:
— TWILIGHT mode: when the flash
mode is not set to the
forced flash
mode
— LANDSCAPE mode: you cannot use
the AF illuminator.
Tips
Under normal recording conditions, the
camera automatically makes various
adjustments, such as those for the focus,
iris, exposure, and white balance, as it
shoots. However, you may not be able to
carry out your desired shooting
depending on shooting conditions. The
SCENE SELECTION function provides
you with near-optimum adjustments to
suit your shooting situation.
camera automatically makes various
adjustments, such as those for the focus,
iris, exposure, and white balance, as it
shoots. However, you may not be able to
carry out your desired shooting
depending on shooting conditions. The
SCENE SELECTION function provides
you with near-optimum adjustments to
suit your shooting situation.
Recording two or
three images
continuously
three images
continuously
Mode dial:
/S/A/M/SCN
You can continuously record two
images with DSC-S75 and three
images with DSC-S85.
images with DSC-S75 and three
images with DSC-S85.
1
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
M or SCN.
2
Press MENU.
The menu appears.
3
Select [MODE] (REC MODE)
with
with
b
/
B
, [BURST3] (DSC-
S85 only) or [BURST2] (DSC-
S75 only) with
S75 only) with
v
/
V
.
4
Record the image.
To return to normal
recording mode
recording mode
Select [NORMAL] with
v/V in step
3
.
Notes
•
You cannot use the flash in this mode.
•
During recording in this mode, the image
is not displayed on the LCD screen. Make
the composition before pressing the shutter
button.
is not displayed on the LCD screen. Make
the composition before pressing the shutter
button.
•
The recording interval is approximate 0.6
second.
second.
•
You cannot select a shutter speed slower
than 1” when recording images
continuously.
than 1” when recording images
continuously.
3
2
1
4
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Recording three
images with the
exposure shifted
(DSC-S85 only) (EXP
BRKTG)
images with the
exposure shifted
(DSC-S85 only) (EXP
BRKTG)
Mode dial:
/S/A/M/SCN
The camera continuously records three
images with each exposure value
shifted. The exposure compensation
value can be set between ±1.0EV from
the correct exposure value by 1/3 step.
images with each exposure value
shifted. The exposure compensation
value can be set between ±1.0EV from
the correct exposure value by 1/3 step.
1
Set the mode dial to SET UP.
The setup screen appears.
2
Select [
] (CAMERA) with
v
/
V
, [BRACKET STEP] with
B
/
v
/
V
, then press
B
.
3
Select the desired bracket
step value, then press
step value, then press
z
.
±1.0EV
:
Shifts the exposure value
by plus or minus 1.0EV.
±0.7EV
±0.7EV
:
Shifts the exposure value
by plus or minus 0.7EV.
±0.3EV
±0.3EV
:
Shifts the exposure value
by plus or minus 0.3EV.
4
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
M, or SCN.
5
Press MENU.
The menu appears.
6
Select [MODE] (REC MODE)
with
with
b
/
B
, [EXP BRKTG] with
v
/
V
.
7
Record the image.
2,3,6
5
1,4
7
To return to normal
recording mode
recording mode
Select [NORMAL] with
v/V in step
6
.
Notes
•
You cannot use the flash in this mode.
•
During recording, the image is not
displayed on the LCD screen. Make the
composition before pressing the shutter
button.
displayed on the LCD screen. Make the
composition before pressing the shutter
button.
•
Focus and white balance are adjusted for
the first image and these settings are also
used for the other images.
the first image and these settings are also
used for the other images.
•
When the exposure is manually adjusted,
the adjusted value is used for the center
value.
the adjusted value is used for the center
value.
•
The recording interval is approximate
0.6 second.
0.6 second.
•
You cannot select a shutter speed slower
than 1” when recording images
continuously.
than 1” when recording images
continuously.
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Recording still
images for e-mail
(E-MAIL)
images for e-mail
(E-MAIL)
Mode dial:
/S/A/M/SCN
In the E-MAIL mode, a small-size
image which is suitable for e-mail
transmission is also recorded at the
same time as recording a normal still
image. (The size of the normal still
image is set using [
image which is suitable for e-mail
transmission is also recorded at the
same time as recording a normal still
image. (The size of the normal still
image is set using [
] (IMAGE
SIZE) in the menu settings (page 48).)
1
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
M or SCN.
2
Press MENU.
The menu appears.
3
Select [MODE] (REC MODE)
with
with
b
/
B
, [E-MAIL] with
v
/
V
.
4
Record the image.
3
2
1
4
The number of images that you can
record on a “Memory Stick” (8 MB
or 16 MB)* in E-MAIL mode
record on a “Memory Stick” (8 MB
or 16 MB)* in E-MAIL mode
*
The numbers in the parentheses indicate
the number of images or the amount of
recordable time on a “Memory Stick”
(16 MB).
the number of images or the amount of
recordable time on a “Memory Stick”
(16 MB).
Remaining number of recordable
images (page 99)
images (page 99)
The actual number of remaining images
may differ depending on the recording
conditions.
may differ depending on the recording
conditions.
To return to normal
recording mode
recording mode
Select [NORMAL] with
v/V in step
3
.
Image size
Quality
STANDARD
FINE
2272×1704
(DSC-S85
only)
Approx. 7
(14)
Approx. 3
(7)
2272 (3:2)
(DSC-S85
(DSC-S85
only)
Approx. 7
(14)
Approx. 3
(7)
2048×1536
(DSC-S75
only)
Approx. 8
(17)
Approx. 4
(9)
2048 (3:2)
(DSC-S75
(DSC-S75
only)
Approx. 8
(17)
Approx. 4
(9)
1600×1200
Approx.
14 (28)
Approx. 8
(16)
1280×960
Approx.
21 (42)
Approx.
12 (24)
640×480
Approx.
95 (192)
Approx.
43 (87)
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Adding audio files to
still images (VOICE)
still images (VOICE)
Mode dial:
/S/A/M/SCN
In the VOICE mode, the audio is also
recorded at the same time as recording
a still image. You can vividly record
the situation with audio.
recorded at the same time as recording
a still image. You can vividly record
the situation with audio.
1
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
M or SCN.
2
Press MENU.
The menu appears.
3
Select [MODE] (REC MODE)
with
with
b
/
B
, [VOICE] with
v
/
V
.
4
Record the image.
If you press and release the
shutter button,
If you press and release the
shutter button,
sound is
recorded for five seconds.
If you hold down the shutter
button,
button,
sound is recorded until
you release the shutter button for
up to 40 seconds.
up to 40 seconds.
3
2
1
4
The number of images that you can
record on a “Memory Stick” (8 MB
or 16 MB)* in VOICE mode**
record on a “Memory Stick” (8 MB
or 16 MB)* in VOICE mode**
*
The numbers in the parentheses indicate
the number of images or the amount of
recordable time on a “Memory Stick” (16
MB).
the number of images or the amount of
recordable time on a “Memory Stick” (16
MB).
**
When recording 5-second audio.
To return to normal
recording mode
recording mode
Select [NORMAL] with
v/V in step
3
.
Image size
Quality
STANDARD
FINE
2272×1704
(DSC-S85
only)
Approx. 7
(13)
Approx. 3
(7)
2272 (3:2)
(DSC-S85
(DSC-S85
only)
Approx. 7
(13)
Approx. 3
(7)
2048×1536
(DSC-S75
only)
Approx. 8
(16)
Approx. 4
(9)
2048 (3:2)
(DSC-S75
(DSC-S75
only)
Approx. 8
(16)
Approx. 4
(9)
1600×1200
Approx.
13 (26)
Approx. 7
(14)
1280×960
Approx.
19 (38)
Approx.
11 (22)
640×480
Approx.
56 (120)
Approx.
34 (68)
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Recording text
documents (TEXT)
documents (TEXT)
Mode dial:
The TEXT mode is suitable for
recording a document to emphasize its
character by the black and white
colors. The LCD screen also turns to
black and white, and the image is
recorded in the GIF format.
recording a document to emphasize its
character by the black and white
colors. The LCD screen also turns to
black and white, and the image is
recorded in the GIF format.
1
Set the mode dial to
.
2
Press MENU.
The menu appears.
3
Select [MODE] (REC MODE)
with
with
b
/
B
, [TEXT] with
v
/
V
.
4
Record the image.
3
2
1
4
The number of images that you can
record on a “Memory Stick” (8 MB
or 16MB) in TEXT mode*
record on a “Memory Stick” (8 MB
or 16MB) in TEXT mode*
∗
The maximum number of recordable
images depends on the document
condition, such as the amount of text
portions.
images depends on the document
condition, such as the amount of text
portions.
To return to normal
recording mode
recording mode
Select [NORMAL] with
v/V in step
3
.
Notes
•
If the subject is not evenly illuminated, you
may be unable to record a clear image.
may be unable to record a clear image.
•
Writing and reading data take more time
than normal recording.
than normal recording.
•
When the mode dial is set to S, A, M, or
SCN images can be recorded, but the
image may be bleached out or may be
turned black.
SCN images can be recorded, but the
image may be bleached out or may be
turned black.
•
Remaining number of recordable images is
not displayed.
not displayed.
•
The number of recordable images is the
same regardless of whether [
same regardless of whether [
]
(P. QUALITY) is set to STANDARD or
FINE.
FINE.
Image size
Number of images
8 MB
16 MB
2272×1704
(DSC-S85
only)
12–88
23–161
2272 (3:2)
(DSC-S85
(DSC-S85
only)
13–97
26–161
2048×1536
(DSC-S75
only)
14–108
28–193
2048 (3:2)
(DSC-S75
(DSC-S75
only)
16–108
32–193
1600×1200
24–138
46–241
1280×960
36–162
69–241
640×480
121–323
193–483
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Recording still images
as uncompressed
files (TIFF)
as uncompressed
files (TIFF)
Mode dial:
/S/A/M/SCN
Records the images without
compression, so the image does not
deteriorate. Images recorded in this
mode are suitable for printing with a
high-quality image. The JPEG
(compressed) format image is also
recorded with the TIFF format image.
compression, so the image does not
deteriorate. Images recorded in this
mode are suitable for printing with a
high-quality image. The JPEG
(compressed) format image is also
recorded with the TIFF format image.
1
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
M or SCN.
2
Press MENU.
The menu appears.
3
Select [MODE] (REC MODE)
with
with
b
/
B
, [TIFF] with
v
/
V
.
4
Record the image.
The number of images that you can
record on a “Memory Stick”
(16 MB) in TIFF mode is approx. 1.
record on a “Memory Stick”
(16 MB) in TIFF mode is approx. 1.
To return to normal
recording mode
recording mode
Select [NORMAL] with
v/V in step
3
.
3
2
1
4
Notes
•
JPEG images are recorded in the image
size selected by the [
size selected by the [
] (IMAGE SIZE)
menu (page 48). TIFF images are recorded
in [2272×1704] (DSC-S85) or
[2048×1536] (DSC-S75) size other than
when [2272 (3:2)] (DSC-S85) or [2048
(3:2)] (DSC-S75) is selected.
in [2272×1704] (DSC-S85) or
[2048×1536] (DSC-S75) size other than
when [2272 (3:2)] (DSC-S85) or [2048
(3:2)] (DSC-S75) is selected.
•
Writing data takes more time than in
normal recording.
normal recording.
•
The “Memory Stick” (8 MB) does not have
sufficient capacity to record uncompressed
images.
sufficient capacity to record uncompressed
images.
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Creating Clip Motion
Files
Files
Mode dial:
Clip Motion is an animation function
that plays back still images in
succession. The images are stored in
GIF format, which is convenient for
creating home pages or attaching
images to an e-mail.
that plays back still images in
succession. The images are stored in
GIF format, which is convenient for
creating home pages or attaching
images to an e-mail.
1
Set the mode dial to SET UP.
The setup screen appears.
2
Select [
] (CAMERA) with
v
/
V
, [MOVING IMAGE] with
B
/
v
/
V
, [CLIP MOTION] with
v
/
V
, then press
z
.
3
Set the mode dial to
.
4
Press MENU.
The menu appears.
5
Select [
] (IMAGE SIZE)
with
b
/
B
, the desired mode
with
v
/
V
.
NORMAL (160×120)
Clip Motion of up to 10 frames can
be recorded. This is suitable for
use on home pages, etc.
be recorded. This is suitable for
use on home pages, etc.
MOBILE (80×72)
Clip Motion of up to 2 frames can
be recorded. This is suitable for
use with portable data terminals.
be recorded. This is suitable for
use with portable data terminals.
2,5,8
4
1,3
6,7
6
Record the image for the first
frame.
frame.
Before carrying out step
8
, the
images are temporarily stored in
memory. These images are not
recorded on the “Memory Stick”,
yet.
memory. These images are not
recorded on the “Memory Stick”,
yet.
7
Record the image for the next
frame.
frame.
Image recording can be repeated
up to the maximum number of
recordable frames.
up to the maximum number of
recordable frames.
8
Press
z
.
All the frame images are recorded
on the “Memory Stick”.
on the “Memory Stick”.
To delete some or all the
frame images while making
a Clip Motion recording
1 Press the control button b (7) in
frame images while making
a Clip Motion recording
1 Press the control button b (7) in
step
6
or
7
.
The recorded frame images are
played back in turn and stop at the
last image.
played back in turn and stop at the
last image.
2 Press MENU, and select [DELETE
LAST] or [DELETE ALL], then
press
press
z.
3 Select [OK], then press z.
When [DELETE LAST] is selected
in step
in step
2, each time you repeat
steps
1 through 3, the recorded
frame is deleted from the newest
one.
one.
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The number of Clip Motion frames
that you can record on a “Memory
Stick” (8 MB or 16 MB)*
that you can record on a “Memory
Stick” (8 MB or 16 MB)*
*
The numbers in the parentheses indicate
the number of images or the amount of
recordable time on a “Memory Stick” (16
MB).
the number of images or the amount of
recordable time on a “Memory Stick” (16
MB).
∗∗
When recording 10 frames per Clip
Motion file
Motion file
Notes
•
You cannot change the image size partway
through a Clip Motion recording.
through a Clip Motion recording.
•
Reading and writing data take more time
than normal image recording.
than normal image recording.
•
Due to the limitations of the GIF format,
the number of colors for Clip Motion
images is reduced to 256 colors or less.
Therefore, the picture quality may
deteriorate for some images.
the number of colors for Clip Motion
images is reduced to 256 colors or less.
Therefore, the picture quality may
deteriorate for some images.
•
The file size is reduced in MOBILE mode,
so the picture quality deteriorates.
so the picture quality deteriorates.
•
GIF files not created on this camera may
not be displayed correctly.
not be displayed correctly.
•
All the frame images are immediately
recorded on the “Memory Stick” if the
mode dial is switched or the power is
turned off.
recorded on the “Memory Stick” if the
mode dial is switched or the power is
turned off.
Image size
Number of images
NORMAL
(160×120)
Approx. 40 (80)**
MOBILE
(80×72)
Approx. 350 (450)
Setting the distance
to the subject
to the subject
Mode dial:
/S/A/M/SCN/
Normally the focus is automatically
adjusted. This function is useful when
the auto focus does not work well such
as in dark places.
adjusted. This function is useful when
the auto focus does not work well such
as in dark places.
1
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
M, SCN or
.
2
Press FOCUS.
The focus is fixed and the
9
(manual focus) indicator appears.
3
Turn the jog dial to select the
desired focus setting.
desired focus setting.
You can select from 15 focus
settings (unit: m) including the
settings (unit: m) including the
9
position:
0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0,
3.0, 5.0, 7.0, 10.0, 15.0 and
0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0,
3.0, 5.0, 7.0, 10.0, 15.0 and
∞
(infinity)
To reactivate auto focusing
Press FOCUS again and the focal point
information disappears.
information disappears.
Notes
•
Focal point information may not
completely show the correct distance. Use
the information as a guide.
completely show the correct distance. Use
the information as a guide.
•
The focus preset cannot be set when
attaching a conversion lens.
attaching a conversion lens.
•
Focusing error increases if the lens is
pointed up or down.
pointed up or down.
•
If you shoot a subject within 0.2 m
(7 7/8 inches) while the zoom is set to the
T side, you cannot get a clear focus. In
such cases, the focal point information
flashes. Press the zoom W button until the
indicator stops flashing.
(7 7/8 inches) while the zoom is set to the
T side, you cannot get a clear focus. In
such cases, the focal point information
flashes. Press the zoom W button until the
indicator stops flashing.
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Recording images in
macro
macro
Mode dial:
/S/A/M/SCN/
The macro recording is used when
zooming up a little subject, such as
flowers, insects.
zooming up a little subject, such as
flowers, insects.
1
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
M, SCN or
.
2
Clear the menu, and press
the control button
the control button
B
(
).
The
(macro) indicator appears
on the LCD screen.
You can record a subject as close
as about 4 cm (1 5/8 inches) from
the lens surface with the zoom set
all the way to the W side, or about
20 cm (8 inches) with the zoom set
all the way to the T side.
You can record a subject as close
as about 4 cm (1 5/8 inches) from
the lens surface with the zoom set
all the way to the W side, or about
20 cm (8 inches) with the zoom set
all the way to the T side.
To return to normal
recording mode
recording mode
Press the control button
B ( ) again.
The
indicator
disappears.
Notes
•
You cannot record images in macro with
the LANDSCAPE mode of the SCENE
SELECTION function.
the LANDSCAPE mode of the SCENE
SELECTION function.
•
When recording images in macro, use the
LCD screen. If you record using the finder,
the range visible in the finder may differ
from the actual recording range.
LCD screen. If you record using the finder,
the range visible in the finder may differ
from the actual recording range.
2
1
Adjusting the
exposure
(EXPOSURE)
exposure
(EXPOSURE)
Mode dial:
/S/A/SCN/
Adjusts the exposure value which is set
in the automatic adjustment.
in the automatic adjustment.
1
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
SCN or
.
2
Press .
3
Select the desired exposure
value with the jog dial.
value with the jog dial.
Adjust the exposure value while
checking the brightness of the
background.
You can select values ranging from
+2.0 EV to –2.0 EV in steps of 1/3
EV.
checking the brightness of the
background.
You can select values ranging from
+2.0 EV to –2.0 EV in steps of 1/3
EV.
Note
If a subject is under extremely bright or dark
situations, or the flash is used, the exposure
adjustment may not be effective.
situations, or the flash is used, the exposure
adjustment may not be effective.
2
1
3
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Tips
Normally, the camera automatically
adjusts the exposure. If the color of the
image is too dark or bright as illustrated
below, we recommend that you adjust the
exposure manually. When recording a
backlighted subject or a subject in the
snow, set it toward +, and when recording
a dark subject with fully displayed on the
LCD screen, set it toward –.
adjusts the exposure. If the color of the
image is too dark or bright as illustrated
below, we recommend that you adjust the
exposure manually. When recording a
backlighted subject or a subject in the
snow, set it toward +, and when recording
a dark subject with fully displayed on the
LCD screen, set it toward –.
Set the exposure
toward +
toward +
Set the exposure
toward –
toward –
Adjusting the white
balance (WHITE
BALANCE)
balance (WHITE
BALANCE)
Mode dial:
/S/A/M/SCN/
Normally, the white balance is
automatically adjusted (AUTO). When
you record with the shooting condition
fixed or under the specific lighting
condition, you can manually adjust the
white balance.
automatically adjusted (AUTO). When
you record with the shooting condition
fixed or under the specific lighting
condition, you can manually adjust the
white balance.
1
Set the mode dial to
, S, A,
M, SCN or
.
2
Press MENU.
The menu appears.
3
Select [WB] (WHITE BAL)
with
with
b
/
B
,
the desired setting
with
v
/
V
.
ONE PUSH (
)
Adjusting the white balance
depending on the light source
depending on the light source
AUTO (No indicator)
Adjusts the white balance
automatically
Under fluorescent lighting
automatically
Under fluorescent lighting
IN DOOR (
n
)
•
Places where the lighting
condition changes quickly
condition changes quickly
•
Under bright lighting such as
photography studios
photography studios
•
Under sodium or mercury lamps
OUT DOOR (
)
Recording a sunrise/sunset, night
scene, neon signs, or fireworks
scene, neon signs, or fireworks
3
2
2
1
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