Casio EX-FC400S User's Manual

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Digital Camera EN User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up...

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2 As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all accessories shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer. Accessories Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-130A) USB-AC adaptor (AD-C54UJ) USB cable Neck s...

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3 . Adjusting the Length of the Strap You can adjust the length of the strap so it can be used as a neck strap or a shoulder strap. 1. Pull the strap out at the center of the buckle in the direction indicated by 1 . 2. Pull the strap in one of th...

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4 • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. • The contents of this manual have been checked at each step of the production process. Feel free to contact us if you notice anything that is questionable, erroneous, etc. �...

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5 Contents Contents Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ] Attaching the Neck Strap to the Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Read ...

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6 Contents Shooting with Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 ] Monitor Screen Information when Zooming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 ] Zooming with Super Reso...

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7 Contents ]\ Advanced Settings (REC MENU) 105 Configuring Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Changing to Left-handed Golfer Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Lefty) . 106 C...

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8 Contents ]\ Viewing Snapshots and Movies 126 Viewing Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Viewing a Movie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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9 Contents ]\ Using the Camera to Record and Analyze a Golf Swing150 Recording a Swing and Moment of Impact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 ] Recording in Slow Motion from Behind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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10 Contents ]\ Other Settings (SETTING) 195 Enabling Power Saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (ECO Mode) . 195 Adjusting Monitor Screen Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Screen) . 195 Turning of...

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11 General Guide General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained. 1 Mode dial (pages 34, 42, 71) 2 Zoom controller (pages 35, 58, 133) 3 Shutter button (pages 32, 34) 4 Flash (page 55) 5 [ON/OFF] (Power) (...

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12 General Guide . Control Dial In addition to using the up, down, left, and right buttons, you can also use the control dial to perform operations. • Depending on the function, certain operations cannot be performed using the control dial. cp cn...

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13 Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The sample screens in this section are ...

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14 Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them . Snapshot Recording (Burst Shooting) . Movie Recording . Snapshot Viewing 1 Continuous Shutter (CS) speed (page 93) 2 Recording mode (page 34) 3 Remaining snapshot memory capacity (page 229) 4 Allow...

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15 Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them . CS Image Viewing . Movie Playback . Configuring Monitor Screen Settings Each press of [8] (DISP) will cycle through display settings that display or hide on-screen information. You can configure se...

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16 Quick Start Basics Quick Start Basics Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, including the following main functions. What you can do with your CASIO camera Golf ...

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17 Quick Start Basics Triple Shot Pressing the shutter button shoots a burst of three images and stores them in memory. This feature is great for making sure you don’t miss those special moments when kids are around. Premium Auto Pro Select Prem...

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18 Quick Start Basics The monitor screen can be tilted upwards up to 180 degrees. This means you can position the monitor screen so it faces in the same direction as the lens, for easy composition of self-portraits. You can also tilt the monitor ...

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19 Quick Start Basics . Tilting the Monitor Screen As shown in the figure below, pull upwards on the bottom center of the monitor screen at point A . The monitor screen will open up to 90 degrees and stop momentarily. Keep lifting and it will tilt...

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20 Quick Start Basics . Returning the Monitor Screen to Its Normal Position 1. Holding the monitor screen at point A , rotate the screen downwards to the back of the camera. 2. Push the monitor screen downwards with your finger at point B to ...

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21 Quick Start Basics Your camera has a built-in stand. You can pull out the stand and keep the camera stable on a tabletop or other surface while the monitor screen is tilted upwards 180 degrees. When using the camera on a tabletop or other surf...

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22 Quick Start Basics 2. Load the battery. With the CASIO logo on the battery facing downwards (in the direction of the lens), hold the stopper next to the battery in the direction indicated by the arrow as you slide the battery into the camera....

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23 Quick Start Basics You can use either of the two following methods to charge the camera’s battery. • USB-AC adaptor • USB connection to a computer (Using the included USB cable.) . To charge with the USB-AC adaptor The adaptor lets you charg...

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24 Quick Start Basics IMPORTANT! • A battery that has not been used for a long time, or ambient temperature extremes can cause charging to take longer than normal. If charging takes longer than about five hours, a timer will terminate it automati...

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25 Quick Start Basics . To charge using a USB connection to a computer USB connection lets you charge the battery while it is loaded in the camera. While the camera is turned off, connect in the sequence shown below ( 1 , 2 ). • If the camera is o...

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26 Quick Start Basics Back Lamp Operation • The information in parentheses in the above table shows the lamp status while the camera is turned on during charging. Other Charging Precautions • With the two charging methods described above, you ca...

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27 Quick Start Basics Checking Remaining Battery Power As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below. indicates battery power is low. Charge the battery as soon as possible. Recordi...

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28 Quick Start Basics 1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the camera. 2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the language you want and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select a date style and then press [SET]. Example: July 10, 2015 YY/MM...

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29 Quick Start Basics Though the camera has built-in memory that can be used to store images and movies, you probably will want to purchase a commercially available memory card for greater capacity. The camera does not come with a memory card. Imag...

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30 Quick Start Basics 1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn off the camera and then open the battery cover. 2. Load a memory card. Positioning the memory card so its front is facing upwards (towards the monitor screen side of the camera), slide it i...

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31 Quick Start Basics To replace the memory card Press the memory card and then release it. This will cause it to pop out of the memory card slot slightly. Pull the card out the rest of the way and then insert another one. • Never remove a card...

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32 Quick Start Basics . To turn power on Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) enters the REC mode so you can record images. Pressing [p] (PLAY) while in the REC mode enters the PLAY mode, which you can use to view snapshots and movies (pages 38, 126). • ...

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33 Quick Start Basics Your images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button, be sure to hold the camera as shown in the illustration, and keep it still by pressing your...

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34 Quick Start Basics You can select one of two auto recording modes (Program Auto or Premium Auto Pro) according to your digital imaging needs. 1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the camera. The camera will enter the REC mode. • If the camera i...

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35 Quick Start Basics 1. Point the camera at the subject. If you are shooting with Premium Auto Pro, text will appear at the bottom of the monitor screen describing the type of shot the camera has detected. • You can zoom the image, if you want. ...

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36 Quick Start Basics . If the image does not focus... If the focus frame stays red and the back lamp is flashing green, it means that the image is not in focus (because the subject is too close, etc.). Re-point the camera at the subject and try to...

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37 Quick Start Basics . Shooting with Premium Auto Pro • Some menu items are not available while Premium Auto Pro is in use (page 105). Only the menu items whose settings can be configured will be displayed on the menus while Premium Auto Pro is ...

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38 Quick Start Basics Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. • For information about how to play back movies, see page 126. • For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page ...

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39 Quick Start Basics If memory becomes full, you can delete snapshots and movies you no longer need in order to free up storage and record more images. IMPORTANT! • Remember that a file (image) delete operation cannot be undone. • For informati...

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40 Quick Start Basics . To delete all files 1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ( ). 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete All Files” and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and then press [SET] to de...

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41 Quick Start Basics . Auto Focus Restrictions • Any of the following can make proper focus impossible. – Solid color wall or other very low contrast subject – Strongly back lit subject – Very shiny subject – Blinds or other subject with a...

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42 Snapshot Tutorial Snapshot Tutorial Your camera has a variety of different recording modes. Before recording an image, rotate the mode dial to select the recording mode that suits the type of image you are trying to record. Selecting the Record...

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43 Snapshot Tutorial IMPORTANT! • In the S mode, ISO sensitivity (page 51) always operates according to its “Auto” setting. The ISO sensitivity setting cannot be changed while in the S mode. • The flash > (Auto Flash) and ¥ (Red Eye Redu...

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44 Snapshot Tutorial 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change, and then press [SET]. This will select one of the Control Panel icons and display its settings.* 3. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting. 4. After the setting is the ...

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45 Snapshot Tutorial Control Panel and menu item functions can be assigned to the function ring. After that, camera settings can be easily configured by rotating the function ring. Functions that can be assigned to the function ring depend on the re...

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46 Snapshot Tutorial With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Self-timer) Control...

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47 Snapshot Tutorial NOTE • The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. High Speed CS with Prerecord CS, Prerecord (Movie), Slide Panorama, Wide Shot, Triple Shot • The Triple Self-timer cannot be used together with the f...

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48 Snapshot Tutorial • When “ ‡ Auto WB” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and light source conditions can cause problems when the camera t...

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49 Snapshot Tutorial • The “Focus” setting is always fixed at “AF” (Auto Focus) whenever “Face Detection” (page 118) is being used. If you want to change the “Focus” setting, first select “Off” for “Face Detection”. 1. In ...

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50 Snapshot Tutorial Super Macro Super Macro fixes optical zoom at a position that allows you to shoot from the closest distance to the subject. The result is closer and larger subject images. NOTE • Zoom is fixed while Super Macro is selected, so...

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51 Snapshot Tutorial Using Focus Lock “Focus lock” is a technique you can use when you want to compose an image in which the subject you want to focus on is not within the focus frame in the center of the screen. • To use focus lock, select ...

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52 Snapshot Tutorial 3. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. • While “Auto” is selected, Anti Shake corrects for subject movement only (page 115). • Since higher ISO sensitivity values tend to result in digita...

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53 Snapshot Tutorial The Make-up Function smoothes the skin texture of the subject and softens facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. You can select a make- up level within the range of “0 (Off)” to “+12 (Max.)�...

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54 Snapshot Tutorial You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it. • Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV • Unit: 1/3EV 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (EV Shift...

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55 Snapshot Tutorial 1. In the REC mode, press [2] ( ) once. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. 3. Press the shutter button to shoot. • For information about Flash Range, see page 234. IMPORTANT! • Fo...

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56 Snapshot Tutorial NOTE • Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash. • The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too close. • Flash charging time (page 234) depends on operating condition...

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57 Snapshot Tutorial The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Metering) Control Panel option, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to selec...

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58 Snapshot Tutorial Your camera is equipped with various types of zoom: optical zoom, HD Zoom, Single SR Zoom, Multi SR Zoom, and digital zoom. The maximum zoom factor depends on the image size setting and the digital zoom on/off settings. 1. In t...

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59 Snapshot Tutorial NOTE • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against image blur due to camera movement when shooting with telephoto. • Performing a zoom operation changes the lens aperture. • Zoom operations are supported during movie...

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60 Snapshot Tutorial A variety of information is shown on the monitor screen while a zoom operation is in progress. . Zoom Mode Icons The table below shows what appears on the monitor screen based on the zoom mode. Monitor Screen Information when Z...

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61 Snapshot Tutorial . Interpreting the Zoom Bar During a zoom operation, a zoom bar appears on the monitor screen to show the current zoom setting. . Zoom Factor The digital zoom factor depends on the image size (page 109), the super resolution zo...

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62 Snapshot Tutorial There are two types of Super Resolution Zoom: Single SR Zoom and Multi SR Zoom. Single SR Zoom uses super resolution to expand the zoom range in which image quality deterioration is minimized. Multi SR Zoom shoots a series of H...

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63 Snapshot Tutorial This feature uses super resolution technology and multiple Continuous Shutter (CS) images to expand the zoom range for overall images of higher quality and clarity (page 62). 1. Align the mode dial with [j] (Multi SR Zoom). 2. ...

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64 Snapshot Tutorial 4. Facing the camera, move your hand or perform some other movement in the vicinity of the (start self-timer) icon on the monitor screen. When the camera detects movement near the icon, it will automatically shoot an image. �...

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65 Snapshot Tutorial Use the procedure below to configure Handsfree Mode settings. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “ r REC MENU” tab, and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Handsfree”...

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66 Snapshot Tutorial Use the procedure below to reposition the motion detection area (Start self-timer icon) as required when it (or the preview icon ) hinders your view of the display image. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [4], use [8...

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67 Snapshot Tutorial A variety of artistic effects help to make even common, ordinary subjects become more novel and exciting. 1. Align the mode dial with [C] (ART SHOT). 2. Press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select , and then press [SET]. 4. Selec...

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68 Snapshot Tutorial 5. Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top, and then press [SET]. The intensity of the selected effect can be adjusted as described below. 6. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting. 7. P...

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69 Snapshot Tutorial NOTE • Depending on the “ART SHOT” scenes, some of the items on the menu that appears may not be usable. • With this “ART SHOT” scene, the flash setting automatically becomes ? (Flash Off). • Movie recording is d...

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70 Snapshot Tutorial Triple Shot shoots a burst of three images and stores them in memory. This feature is great for making sure you don’t miss those special moments when kids are around. 1. Align the mode dial with [D] (Triple Shot). 2. Point the...

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71 Recording Movies Recording Movies The following procedure explains how to record a standard (STD) movie. This camera supports Premium Auto Pro movie recording (page 72). See the pages indicated below for more information about movies. High-definit...

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72 Recording Movies Recording Movies with Premium Auto Pro When Premium Auto Pro is enabled (page 34), the camera automatically make judgments about the subject, shooting conditions, and other parameters. The result is higher quality images than t...

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73 Recording Movies IMPORTANT! • Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. • Shooting movies for long periods in areas where temperatu...

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74 Recording Movies This camera supports recording of high-definition (FHD) movies. The aspect ratio of an FHD movie is 16:9, the image size is 1920 x 1080 pixels, and the frame rate is 30 fps. Image quality and image size settings cannot be change...

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75 Recording Movies 4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Movie Quality” and then press [6]. 5. Use [8] and [2] to select the frame rate (recording speed) you want and then press [SET]. A fast frame rate (such as 1000 fps) will result in a smaller image...

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76 Recording Movies NOTE • The higher the frame rate (speed), the more lighting is required when shooting. When shooting a high speed movie, shoot in a well-lit environment. • When recording certain types of movies, the image that appears on the...

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77 Recording Movies . To set up the camera to shoot with Prerecord Movie 1. Align the mode dial with [ ] (BEST SHOT). 2. Press [MENU]. 3. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “ r REC MENU” tab, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to se...

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78 Recording Movies NOTE • While the camera is set up for shooting with Prerecord Movie, pressing the shutter button will not shoot a snapshot unless movie recording is in progress. With high- definition (FHD) and standard (STD) movie, you can sho...

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79 Recording Movies 7. Press [SET]. • Time Lapse settings are shown at the bottom of the screen. 8. Press the shutter button to start recording. • Shooting is repeated at the interval specified in step 6. • Recording stops when the recording ...

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80 Recording Movies • To adjust brightness when shooting with the Time Lapse “Night Scene”, use S (Shutter Speed) on the Control Panel (page 44) to adjust the shutter speed. . Using the Scene Information Screen To find out more about a scene...

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81 Recording Movies NOTE • Movies recorded with the “For YouTube” scene are stored in a special folder to make them easy to locate for uploading (page 193). “For YouTube” movies are shot using the image size, recording speed, and quality ...

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82 Recording Movies NOTE • Note that the flash cannot be used when shooting a Snapshot In Movie. • Note that shooting a snapshot while shooting a movie is supported during FHD movie and STD movie recording only. It is not supported during other ...

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83 Using BEST SHOT Using BEST SHOT BEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditions. When you need to change the setup of the camera, simply find the scene that matches wh...

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84 Using BEST SHOT 5. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene. This returns to the REC mode. • To select a different BEST SHOT scene, repeat the above procedure from step 2. 6. Press the shutter butt...

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85 Using BEST SHOT You can register up to 999 setups, based on snapshots shot with the camera, as “CUSTOM SHOT” scenes. Selecting a registered “CUSTOM SHOT” scene configures the camera with its settings. The setups of snapshots recorded wit...

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86 Using BEST SHOT . To record with a registered CUSTOM SHOT scene 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Custom Scene” (page 83). 2. Press the shutter button to shoot. This effect can be used to brighten the facial tones of subjects. 1. In the BEST S...

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87 Using BEST SHOT In addition to optical Anti Shake, a single press of the shutter button while HS Anti Shake is enabled causes the camera to record multiple images and automatically combine them. Use this feature to minimize image blur due to cam...

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88 Using BEST SHOT The camera shoots a series of images and then merges them into a final image. The result is a bright image, even if shot in the dark without a flash. 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “HS Night Shot” (page 83). 2. Press the shu...

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89 Using BEST SHOT With HDR (High Dynamic Range), the camera shoots a series of CS images using different exposure settings and combines them into a final image to correct for overexposure or underexposure of subjects of different brightness levels...

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90 Using BEST SHOT This function analyzes a burst of consecutive images and then blurs the background behind the main subject. This creates an effect that really makes the subject stand out, just like photographs taken with a single-lens reflex cam...

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91 Using BEST SHOT All-In-Focus Macro shoots and analyzes a burst of multiple images and combines them in a way that produces an image in which everything is in focus: from nearby objects to distant objects. 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “All-...

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92 Using BEST SHOT AF-CS shoots up to 30 CS images while keeping the subject in focus. This feature comes in handy when shooting children and other fast-moving subjects. The CS speed is automatically adjusted in accordance with shooting conditions ...

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93 Using BEST SHOT You can use the procedures in this section to specify the speed, number of images, and other settings for High Speed CS (Continuous Shutter). . Shooting with High Speed CS With High Speed CS, recording continues as long as you ke...

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94 Using BEST SHOT . Shooting with Prerecord CS Half-pressing and holding the shutter button causes a pre-record buffer to be continually updated with images. When the shutter button is fully pressed, buffer contents are recorded along with a serie...

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95 Using BEST SHOT 9. Half-press and hold the shutter button to start pre-recording. A pre-record buffer is continually updated with images as long as the shutter button is pressed. • The camera will not emit shutter sounds as it pre-records image...

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96 Using BEST SHOT With HS Best Selection, the camera automatically shoots a series of images, and selects the best one based on facial image blur, and facial expression (whether the subject is smiling or blinking). 1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select...

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97 Using BEST SHOT With Slide Panorama, you move the camera to compose and record multiple images, which are then combined to a panorama. This feature lets you shoot a panorama of up to 360 degrees, which is dramatically greater than the physical c...

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98 Using BEST SHOT 5. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down and a slide cursor will appear on the monitor screen. Slowly move the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow on the screen until the slide cursor reaches the other en...

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99 Using BEST SHOT With this feature, a number of images are shot and then combined to produce an image with a super-wide angle of view that exceeds the widest angle of view possible with the lens. Converted to 35 mm equivalents, the focal distance...

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100 Using BEST SHOT 5. Point the camera at the subject you want in the center of the image and then half-press the shutter button to focus. • The outer blue boundary on the screen indicates the recordable range of the image. 6. Press the shut...