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Voice recording(          ) / Voice memo(      ) / UP button
Macro(     ) / Down button

ˆWhile the menu is showing, press the UP button to move up the submenu.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the UP button operates as
the voice recording or voice memo (      ) button. You can add your voice-over to
a stored still image. Refer to page 17 for more information about the voice
recording. 

ƒRecording a voice memo
1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select a RECORDING mode with the exception of
MOVIE CLIP mode. 
2. Press the VOICE MEMO (        ) button. If the voice memo indicator is
displayed on the LCD monitor, the setting is completed.3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the
memory card.
4. Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is
stored. In the middle of the sound recording, pressing the shutter button will
stop the voice memo.
ƒA distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best
distance to record sound.INFORMATION

ˆWhile the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main
menu to a submenu, or to move down the submenu. When the menu is not
showing, you can use the MACRO / DOWN button to take macro pictures. The
distance ranges are shown below. Press the Macro button until the desired
macro mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor.

ˆTypes of focus modes and focus ranges (W: Wide, T: Tele)(Unit : cm)
ModeFocus Type
Auto macro 
(       ) Normal Macro (       ) Normal
Focus range
W : 5~Infinity
T : 40~InfinityW : 80~Infinity
T : 80~InfinityW : 80~Infinity
T : 80~Infinity W : 5~80
T : 40~80Program (          )
Auto (          )

ƒWhen the macro mode is selected, it is possible that camera shake will
occur. Take care not to shake the camera.

ƒWhen you take a picture within 20cm in the Macro mode, select the FLASH
OFF mode.INFORMATION
[Preparing for Voice Memo]
[Recording Voice Memo]Stop:Shutter 
[Auto macro (       )]
[Macro (       )]
[Auto focus - No icon]
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Macro(     ) / Down button Flash (     ) / Left button

ƒFlash range (Unit : m) 
ˆWhen the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor,
pressing the LEFT button makes the cursor shift to
the left tab.

ˆWhen the menu is not displayed on the LCD
monitor, the LEFT button operates as the FLASH 
(        ) button.

ƒSelecting the flash mode
1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select a RECORDING
mode with the exception of MOVIE CLIP mode.
2. Press the Flash button until the desired flash mode indicator displays on the
LCD monitor. 
3. A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor. 
Use the correct flash to suit the environment.
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AUTO
[Selecting the Auto flash]

ˆAvailable focusing method, by recording mode 
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ˆTo focus on a subject not positioned in the centre of the picture, use the focus lock function.
ƒUsing the Focus Lock
1. Ensure the subject is in the centre of the autofocus frame.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. When the green auto focus frame lights
up, it means the camera is focused on the subject. Be careful not to press the
SHUTTER button all the way down to avoid taking an unwanted picture.
3. With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway, move the camera
to recompose your picture as desired, and then press the SHUTTER button
completely to take the picture. If you release your finger from the SHUTTER
button, the focus lock function will be cancelled.1. The image to be
captured.
2. Press the SHUTTER
button halfway and
focus on the subject.
3. Recompose the picture
and fully depress the
SHUTTER button.
Focus lock
Normal Macro
Auto macro
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Flash (     ) / Left button
Menu tab Flash mode Description  
ƒFlash mode indicator
If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash
will operate automatically.
If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash
will work automatically and will reduce the red-eye
effect by using the red-eye reduction function.
The flash fires regardless of available light. 
The intensity of the flash will be controlled, according
to the prevailing conditions. The brighter the
background or subject is, the less intense the flash
will be.
The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow
shutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure.
When you take an image in a condition with poor
light, the camera shake warning indicator
(         ) will display on the LCD monitor.
We recommend using a tripod for this function.
The flash does not fire. Select this mode when
capturing images in a place or situation where flash
photography is prohibited. When you capture an
image in a poorly lit condition, the camera shake
warning indicator (         ) will display on the LCD
monitor.
We recommend using a tripod for this function.  Auto flash
Auto &
Red eye
reduction
Fill in flash 
Slow synchro
Flash off

ƒIf you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow sychro
flash, the first flash fires to check the shooting condition (Flash range and
Power ratio of flash). 
Do not move until the second flash fires. 

ƒUsing the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery.

ƒUnder normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is
normally within 6 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging time will be
longer.

ƒDuring the continuous shot, AEB and movie clip mode, the flash function will
not operate.

ƒTake photographs within the flash range.

ƒThe image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly
reflective.

ƒWhen taking an image in a poorly lit condtion with the flash, there may be a
white speck in the captured image. The speck is caused by the reflecting of
the flash light from the floating matters. It is not camera malfuction.INFORMATION
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Flash (     ) / Left button
Self-timer (     ) / Right button

ƒIf you operate the Self-timer and Play mode button during the self-timer
operation, the self-timer function is cancelled.

ƒUse a tripod to prevent the camera from shaking.

ƒIn Movie Clip mode, only the 10SEC self-timer will work. 
ƒAvailable flash mode, by recording mode
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ƒSelecting the self-timer
1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select a RECORDING
mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING
mode.
2. Press the SELF-TIMER button until the desired
mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor.
A 10 second, 2 second or double self-timer icon
appears on the LCD monitor. In Movie Clip mode,
only the 10-second self-timer will work.
®10SEC self-timer (        ) 
: Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval
of 10 seconds before the image is taken.
®2SEC self-timer (         )
: Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval
of 2 seconds before the image is taken.
®Double self-timer (        ) 
: A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a
second picture will be taken. When using the flash, the 2-second self-timer
may be delayed for longer than 2 seconds depending on the flash charge
time.
3. When you press the SHUTTER button, the picture will be taken after the
specified time has elapsed. 
ˆWhen the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button
makes the cursor shift to the right tab.

ˆWhen the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button
operates as the Self-timer(       ) button. This function is used when the
photographer would also like to be in the image.
INFORMATION
[Selecting the 10 SEC self-timer]
Self-timer(     ) / Right button
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MENU / OK button E (Effect) button

ˆIt is possible to add special effects to your images by using this button.

ˆStill image mode : You can select the colour, outfocus, composite and frame
menus.

ˆMovie clip mode : You can select the colour menu.

ˆAvailable Effects, by recording mode (O : Selectable X : Not selectable)

This button will not operate in the Voice recording mode and some scene modes
(Night, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Firework).
If a special effect is selected, any previously selected special effects (preset
focus frames; composite shooting; photo frame) are cancelled automatically.

ˆEven if the camera is turned off, the special effect setting will be preserved. To
cancel the special effect, select the (         ) sub menu in the Colour menu and
select the (         ) sub menu in the rest special effect menu.

ˆMENU button
- When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will
be displayed on the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will return the LCD to the
initial display.
- A menu option can be displayed when the following are selected :
MOVIE CLIP and STILL IMAGE mode. There is no menu available when the
VOICE RECORDING mode is selected.

ˆOK button
- When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, this button is used for shifting
the cursor to the sub menu or for confirming data.
Pressing the MENU button
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Special Effect : Colour
Special Effect : Preset focus frames
3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up / Down button and press the
OK button. 
: No effect is added to the image
: Captured images will be stored in black and white.
: Captured images will be stored in a sepia tone 
(a gradient of yellowish brown colours).
: Captured images will be stored in a red tone.
: Captured images will be stored in a green tone.
: Captured images will be stored in a blue tone.
: Save the image in negative mode.
4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

ˆYou can make the subject stand out from its
surroundings. The subject will be sharp and in focus
while making the rest out of focus.
1. Press the E button in any recording mode 
(except for MOVIE CLIP and AUTO mode). 
2. Select the (         ) menu tab by pressing the Left /
Right button.  
3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up /
Down button and press the OK button.4. The preset focus frame will appear. 
Press the shutter button to capture an image[Range 1][Range 2] [Range 3] [Range 4]

ˆBy using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to
your images
1. Press the E button in the still image mode or Movie clip mode. 
2. Select the (         ) menu tab by pressing the Left / Right button. 
[Still image mode]
[Movie clip mode]
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Special Effect : Preset focus frames
Special Effect : Composite shooting

ˆYou can combine 2 ~ 4 different shots in a still image.
1. Press the E button in any recording mode 
(except for MOVIE CLIP and AUTO mode). 
2. Select the (          ) menu by pressing the 
Left / Right button. 
3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the 
Up / Down button and press the OK button.
-  : cancels the composite shooting
-  : 2 different shots are combined in a still image.
-  : 3 different shots are combined in a still image.
-  : 4 different shots are combined in a still image.
-  : 2 different panorama shots are combined in a still image.
4. The number of frames you selected in step 3 is displayed on the LCD monitor. 
Press the shutter button to start the composite shooting
Selecting 2 composite shooting
5. To save the composite shots, press the OK button after taking the last shot.
Composite
[Ready for taking]
[First shot]
[Second shot]
[The final picture]
Capture:Shutter Edit:+/-Capture:Shutter Edit:+/-
Capture:Shutter Move:




ƒMoving and changing the focus frame
You can change the focus frame after selecting a Range menu.
1. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the
LCD monitor. 
2. Press the + / - button.
3. The colour of focus frame turns white. Press the Up / Down / Left / Right
button to move the focus frame position.
4. To select the focus frame position, press the + / - button again and you can
take a picture. 
[The frame is activated]Capture:Shutter Move:
[After changing the frame position]
Pressing the + / - button



Pressing the + / - button
Capture:Shutter Del:+/-
Save:OK Del:+/-
Pressing the
Up / Down / Left /
Right button
Pressing
the shutter
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the shutter
buttonPressing
the OK
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Special Effect : Composite shooting

ƒChanging a part of composite shot before taking the last shot
Before taking the last composite shot, you can change a part of composite shot.
1. During the composite shots, press the + / - button.
2. A previous image will be deleted and new frame will display. 
If there is an image taken before, press the + / - button again and a previous
image will be deleted again.
3. Press the shutter button to capture a new image.[Before taking the 3rd shot]Pressing the 
Up button
Pressing the OK
button Pressing the 
+ / - button

ƒChanging a part of composite shot after taking the last shot
1. After taking the last shot , a cursor to select a frame will display. Press the Up /
Down / Left / Right button to select the frame. 
2. Press the + / - button and an image will be deleted. Composite frame will be
activated. 
3.
Press the Shutter button. You can take another images again by using the Up /
Down / Left / Right button and + / - button.4. To save the image, press the OK button. 

ƒYou can use the flash button, self-timer button, macro button, voice memo
button and the Zoom W / T button during the composite shooting.

ƒIf you press the Play mode button or press the Voice recording button twice
during the composite shots, each camera working mode is executed.
When the Menu or  E button is pressed, a confirmation window will display.
The images captured before will be deleted.

ƒAfter taking the last composite shooting, press the OK button. And then the
voice memo will start. INFORMATION
[Moving backward to the 2nd shot]
Capture:Shutter Del:+/-
Capture:Shutter Del:+/-
[After taking the 4th shot]Save:OK Del:+/-
[Moving backward to the 2nd shot]
Save:OK Del:+/-
[After taking the 2nd shot again]
Save:OK Del:+/-
[Deleting the 2nd shot] 
[The final picture]
Pressing the
Shutter button. 
Pressing the + / - button
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Special Effect : Photo Frame + / - button

ˆYou can use the + / - button to adjust the values for the RGB, ISO, white balance
and exposure compensation.
Main menu Sub menu
Available camera mode
RGB R (Red), G (Green), B (Blue)ISO AUTO, 50, 100, 200, 400
Exposure compensation
-2.0~0.0~+2.0 (0.5EV steps)
WHITE BALANCEAUTO, DAYLIGHT, CLOUDY,
FLUORESCENT H, 
FLUORESCENT L, TUNGSTEN,
CUSTOM.

ˆRGB : Allows the user to adjust the R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) values of
the images to be captured. 

ƒSetting RGB Values
1. Press the + / - button, and then use the UP and
DOWN buttons to select the RGB icon (          ). 
The RGB menu bar will appear as shown.
2. Use the UP / DOWN / LEFT and RIGHT
buttons to select the desired RGB value.
- Up / Down Button : Navigates between R, G,
and B icons.
- Left / Right Button : Changes value of each icon.
3. When you press the + / - button again, the value you set will be saved and
RGB setup mode will end.

ˆYou can add 9 types of frame-like borders to a still image you want to capture.
1. Press the E button in any recording mode 
(except for MOVIE CLIP and AUTO mode). 
2. Select the (         ) menu by pressing the Left /
Right button. 
3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up /
Down button and press the OK button.
-           : The photo frame will not be added.4. The photo frame will appear. 
Press the shutter button to capture an image

Before taking a picture, you can change the frame by
pressing the  + / -  button. Change the frame type by
pressing the Up / Down / Left / Right button. 
Photoframe
Capture:Shutter         Frame:+/-

When special effect (colour) from the icon other than           is selected, it will not
be able to select the RGB.
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+ / - button

ƒSelecting an ISO Sensitivity
1. Press the + / - button, and then use the UP and
DOWN buttons to select the ISO icon(          ).
The ISO menu bar will appear as shown.
2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the
desired ISO sensitivity value.
- AUTO : The cameras sensitivity is
automatically changed by variables
such as lighting value or subject brightness.
- 50, 100, 200, 400 : You can increase the shutter speed while the same
amount of light is present, by increasing the ISO
sensitivity. However, the image may be saturated in high
luminance. The higher the ISO value, the higher the
camera’s sensitivity to light is and therefore the greater
its capacity to take pictures in dark conditions. However,
the noise level in the image will increase as the ISO
value increases, making the image appear coarse.
3. When you press the + / - button again, the value you set will be saved and
ISO setup mode will end.
ˆISO : You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures.
The speed or specific light-sensitivity of a camera is rated by ISO numbers.

ƒSelecting a White Balance
1. Press the + / - button, and then use the UP and
DOWN buttons to select the white balance icon 
(           ). The white balance menu bar will appear
as shown.
2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the
white balance to the desired value. The value
you set wil be displayed on the LCD monitor.
AUTO : The camera automatically selects the appropriate white
balance settings, depending on the prevailing lighting
conditions.
DAYLIGHT : For taking images outside.
CLOUDY : For taking images under a cloudy and overcast sky.
Fluorescent H : For shooting under daylight fluorescent types of three-
way fluorescent lighting.
Fluorescent L : Shooting under white fluorescent lighting.
TUNGSTEN : For shooting under tungsten (standard light bulb) lighting.
CUSTOM : Allows the user to set the white balance according to the
shooting condition.
Different lighting conditions may cause a colour cast on your images.
3. Press the + / - button again. The value you set will be saved and White
Balance setup mode will end.

ˆWhite balance : The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to
appear more natural looking. 
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