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10TABLE OF CONTENTSDepth-of-field preview...

Page 3 - BEFORE YOU BEGIN

INSTANT PLAYBACKIf the central button of the controller is pressedduring the instant playback period, the displayedimage(s) are saved immediately and

Page 4 - FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

Voice memo allows up to fifteen seconds of audio to berecorded with a still image. The function is activated insection 2 of the recording menu (p. 80)

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102RECORDING MENUCOLOR MODEThe color mode controls whether a still image is color orblack and white. This must be set before the image isrecorded. The

Page 6 - OR PROPER AND SAFE USE

103Adobe RGB has a larger color gamut than the more common sRGB. The size of thegamut limits the colors that can be reproduced; the larger the gamut,

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The monitor amplification options control the display of thelive image. Monitor amplification has two settings:Auto - in low-light conditions when the

Page 8 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

Initially, the 3.3X magnification area is displayed.This can be moved in the live image with the four-way keys of the controller (1). Pressing the cen

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DSP (DIGITAL SUBJECT PROGRAM) SETUP106RECORDING MENUThe memory registers used for camera settings can beassigned to the Digital Subject Program positi

Page 10 - ABLE OF CONTENTS

2SPOT AE AREAWhen using spot metering (p.69) with the Flex Focus Point(p. 48), the position of the spotmetering area can be specifiedat the center of

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108RECORDING MENUEVF MODEDSP set DSPTracking AF OnAE lock OffSpot AE area Center spotDirect MF OffEVF mode Quality 30fpsThe frame rate of the EVF can

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Photography can be a rewarding pursuit. It is a broad and disciplined field that can takeyears to master. But the pleasure in making photographs and t

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11Movie menu ...112Navi

Page 14 - NAMES OF PARTS

110ASHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY–2.0Ev–1.0EvCalculated camera exposureSometimes the camera’s exposure meter is deceived by certain conditions. Exposurec

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111+2.0 Ev+1.0 Ev0.0 Ev–1.0 Ev–2.0 Ev4X as much light2X as much light1/2 as much light1/4 as much lightCalculated exposureWHAT IS AN EV? Ev stands for

Page 16 - AMES OF PARTS

112MOVIE MENUIn movie mode, press the menu button to activate the menu. The menu button alsocloses the menu after making settings. The four-way key of

Page 17 - DATA PANEL

113MOVIE MODEThe movie mode option selects the type of movie recorded. Three options are availableon the movie menu:Standard movie - to record a color

Page 18 - D. AF sensors

114MOVIE MENUTo make custom white-balance calibrations can only be made in the recording mode.Once made, the setting are available for movie recording

Page 19 - Histogram

115PLAYING BACK VOICE MEMOS Press the central button of the controller to startthe audio playback.Voice memos are indicated by the voice-memoindicator

Page 20 - GETTING UP AND RUNNING

116ADVANCED PLAYBACKUse the left/right keys of the controller to highlight theappropriate menu tab; the menus will change as the tabsare highlighted.

Page 21 - ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD

DPOF set –Date imprint OffIndex print –Cancel print –Slide show –Playback All framesDuration 5 sec.Repeat NoDelete –Format –View folderLock –Copy –Ind

Page 22 - CHARGING THE BATTERY

118ADVANCED PLAYBACKFRAME-SELECTION SCREENWhen a marked-frames setting is chosen on a menu, the frame selection screen willappear. This screen allows

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119DELETEDeleting permanently erases the image. Once deleted, an image cannot berecovered. Care should be taken when using the delete function.This fr

Page 24 - BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR

12TABLE OF CONTENTSFocus signals...

Page 25 - (SOLD SEPARATELY)

120ADVANCED PLAYBACKFORMATThe formatting function is used to erase all data on a memory card. Before formatting acard, copy the data to a computer or

Page 26 - ETTING UP AND RUNNING

121Single, multiple, or all images in a folder can be locked. A locked image cannot be deletedby either the playback menu functions or the QV/delete b

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122ADVANCED PLAYBACKCOPYImage files can be copied from one memory card to another. Up to 29MB of data can betransferred. Every time the copy function

Page 28 - TURNING ON THE CAMERA

123Wait until the copy-completed message is highlighted. Anew screen will appear to indicate the name of the newfolder containing the copied images; p

Page 29 - DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT

Section 2 of the playback menu controls the slide-showfunction. This function automatically displays all still imagesin a folder in order. 124ADVANCED

Page 30 - SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

To select all the images in the folder to be displayed in theslide-show presentation. 125SlideshowMenu optionsPlaybackDurationSettingsEnterRepeatAll f

Page 31 - Camera notes

126ADVANCED PLAYBACKThe print menu option is used to set an order for standardprints from images in a specific folder. Single, multiple, or allimages

Page 32 - BASIC RECORDING

127When the this-frame or all-frames setting is chosen, a screen will appear requesting thenumber of copies of each image; a maximum of nine copies ca

Page 33 - BASIC RECORDING OPERATION

1.Turn off the television and the camera.2.Insert the single plug of the AV cable into the camera’sAV-out terminal.3.Plug the other end of the AV cabl

Page 34 - FOCUS LOCK

129SETUP MENUThe setup menu controls camera operations. The menunavigation section covers basic menu operation. It isfollowed by detailed descriptions

Page 35 - SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS

13LCD monitor care ...170Copyright ...

Page 36 - USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH

LCDbrightness –Shortcut help –Transfer mode Data storageEVF auto swtch Auto EVF/LCDVideo output NTSCLanguage English130SETUP MENUUse the left/right ke

Page 37 - ANTI-SHAKE SYSTEM

Anti-shake Display + ExpFull-time AF OffGrip sensor OnCtrl dial setManual exp.Delete conf. “No”SS F/no.SSF/no.Reset default –Audio signals 1Focus sign

Page 38 - MOVIE RECORDING

132SETUP MENULCD BRIGHTNESSThe brightness of the EVF and LCD monitor is setindependently of each other. Select the display to adjustusing section 1 of

Page 39 - DISPLAY MODE SWITCH

133ScaleGridTo display a grid or scale over thedisplay formats, press and hold thefunction button (1) and press thedisplay-information button (2) to c

Page 40 - BASIC PLAYBACK

134SETUP MENUHold down the function button (1) and press themenu button (2) to open the setup menu.LCDbrightness –Shortcut help –Transfer mode Data st

Page 41 - ROTATING IMAGES

135TRANSFER MODEThe data-transfer mode must be specified depending on whether the camera is used totransfer data to a computer, print images with a Pi

Page 42 - ASIC PLAYBACK

136SETUP MENUCUSTOM SETUPThe one frequently used function can be allocated to thecustom position on the function dial. The function isselected in sect

Page 43 - ENLARGED PLAYBACK

FOLDER NAMEAll recorded images are stored in folders on the memory card. Foldernames come in two formats: standard and date. Standard folders have an

Page 44 - VIEWING MOVIES

138SETUP MENUNEW FOLDERThis allows the creation of new folders. The folder-nameoption on in section 2 of the setup menu must be set tostandard form in

Page 45 - ADVANCED RECORDING

139RESET DEFAULTThis option resets all camera modes: recording, movie, playback, and setup. To reset therecording or movie modes, see pages 95 and 114

Page 46 - FOCUS-MODE SWITCH

* This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep thesesurfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions i

Page 47 - DIGITAL ZOOM

140SETUP MENUData imprinting Off p. 98Imprint to Image + Exif p. 98Instant playback Off p. 100Voice memo Off p. 101Color mode Natural (sRGB) p. 102Sha

Page 48 - FLEX FOCUS POINT

141LCD brightness Monitor and EVF reset p. 132Transfer mode Data storage p. 135EVF auto switch Auto EVF/LCD p. 135Custom setup DOF preview p. 136File

Page 49 - Shooting tips

142SETUP MENUAUTO POWER SAVEThe camera will turn off the monitors to conserve battery power if no operation is madewithin a certain period. The length

Page 50 - EXPOSURE-MODE DIAL

143ANTI-SHAKEWhen the Anti-shake system activates can be changed insection 4 of the setup menu. Two options are available:Display + Exp. - when the sh

Page 51 - PROGRAM - P

144SETUP MENUCONTROL DIAL SETUPThe control dial setup option in section 4 of the setup menuchanges the front and rear control dial operation in the P,

Page 52 - AUTO RECORDING

145Each time a delete command is used a confirmationscreen appears confirming the action to erase the imagedata. When this screen opens, the no button

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146DATA-TRANSFER MODEDATA-TRANSFER MODERead this section carefully before connecting the camera to a computer. Details on usingand installing the DiMA

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147CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER1.Start up the computer. The computer must be on beforeconnecting the camera.2.Open the AV out / USB port cover.

Page 55 - ISO setting

148DATA-TRANSFER MODECONNECTING TO WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITIONThe driver needs only to be installed once. If the driver cannot be installed automat

Page 56 - MANUAL EXPOSURE - M

149Choose the recommended search for asuitable driver. Click “Next.”Choose to specify the location of the driver.The browse window can be used to indi

Page 57 - BULB EXPOSURES

15Display mode switch (p. 39)Menu button ControllerAE lock button (p. 50)Eyepiece sensors*Magnification buttonDC/Remote-control terminal cover (p. 25,

Page 58 - DIGITAL-SUBJECT-PROGRAMS

150DATA-TRANSFER MODEThe add new hardware wizard will confirmthe location of the driver. One of threedrivers may be located: MNLVENUM.inf,USBPDR.inf,

Page 59 - Exposure compensation

151AUTO POWER SAVE (DATA-TRANSFER MODE)If the camera does not receive a read or write command within ten minutes, it will shutdown to save power. When

Page 60 - USING THE FUNCTION DIAL

152DATA-TRANSFER MODEMEMORY CARD FOLDER ORGANIZATIONOnce the camera is connected to the computer, image and audiofiles can be accessed by double click

Page 61 - DRIVE MODES

153Image and audio file names begin with “PICT” followed by a four-digit file number and atif, mrw, jpg, jpe, mov, or thm extension. Voice-memo files

Page 62 - BRACKETING

DISCONNECTING THE CAMERA FROM THE COMPUTER154DATA-TRANSFER MODEWINDOWS ME, 2000 PROFESSIONAL, AND XPConfirm that the access lamp is not lit. Turn off

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155The hardware devices to be stopped will bedisplayed. Highlight the device by clicking on itthen click “Stop.”Confirm that the access lamp is not li

Page 64 - CONTINUOUS ADVANCE

156DATA-TRANSFER MODECHANGING THE MEMORY CARD (DATA-TRANSFER MODE)Care should be taken when changing memory cards while thecamera is attached to the c

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1571.Insert a memory card in the camera and connect it to the computer with the USB cable.Other devices must not be connected to the computer during t

Page 66 - INTERVAL

158DATA-TRANSFER MODEPICTBRIDGEUse the left/right keys of the controller todisplay the image to be printed.Total number of printsNumber of copiesPress

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159The number of prints in the print run are displayed as wellas the print parameters selected with the menu. See themenu navigation section for more

Page 68 - SELF-TIMER

16NAMES OF PARTSFunction button Macro release (p. 49)Focus-mode switch (p. 46)Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 29)Tripod socketMemory set (p. 72)Metering m

Page 69 - METERING MODES

160DATA-TRANSFER MODENAVIGATING THE PICTBRIDGE MENUPress the central button of thecontroller to select the highlightedsetting.Use the left/right keys

Page 70 - WHITE BALANCE

161Batch printBatch print in section 1 selects all still images on the memory card for printing. Twooptions are available:All-frames - to print all im

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162DATA-TRANSFER MODEPaper sizeThe paper size of the print can be specified. The printer-setup option uses the size set with the printer. The sizesopt

Page 72 - Save to memory

163DPOF printDPOF print in section 3 allows still images and an index print selected with the DPOFprinting options in section 2 of the playback menu t

Page 73 - MEMORY RECALL

164TROUBLESHOOTINGProblemSymptom Cause SolutionThe camerawill not work.Nothing dis-played on thedata panel orthe monitors.The batteries are dead.The A

Page 74 - CAMERA SENSITIVITY - ISO

165Pictures arenot sharp.Focus signal isred.Subject is too close.Make sure the subject is withinthe autofocus range (0.5m - ∞/ 1.6 ft - ∞) or use the

Page 75 - System Accessories

166TROUBLESHOOTINGIf the camera does not function normally, turn it off, remove and reinsert the battery, orunplug and reconnect the AC adapter. Alway

Page 76 - USING THE FLASH SYNC TERMINAL

167ATTACHING THE FERRITE CORE FRC-100ABOUT THE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY CHARGER CORDThe included AC cord is designed for the current of the sales region. O

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168CARE AND STORAGECLEANING• If the camera or the outside of the lens is dirty, gently wipe it with a soft, clean, dry cloth.If the camera or lens com

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169OPERATING TEMPERATURES AND CONDITIONS• This camera has been designed for use in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to104°F).• Never leave the came

Page 79 - CONTRAST COMPENSATION

17DATA PANELCamera-sensitivity indicator (p. 74)Battery-condition indicator (p. 24)White-balance indicator (p. 70)Image-quality display (p. 82)Image-s

Page 80 - RECORDING MENU

170CARE AND STORAGELCD MONITOR CARE• The LCD monitor and EVF are manufactured using high-precision technology and morethan 99.99% of the pixels operat

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171BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS OR JOURNEYS• Check the camera’s operation; take test pictures and purchase spare batteries.• Konica Minolta has no responsi

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173FCC Compliance StatementDeclaration on ConformityResponsible Party: Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A. Inc.Address: 725 Darlington Avenue, Mahwah,

Page 84 - Konica Minolta history

174INDEXINDEXAC adapter, 25, 67, 147Adobe RGB, 2, 102, 103, 152Auto focusContinuous, 46Flex Focus Point (FFP), 48, 49, 107Full-time, 143Single-shot, 4

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175Attaching, 75, 76, 88Compatible flash units, 75, 93Compensation, 59, 110Metering, 92-93Range, 36, 75Signals, 36Terminal, 76Flash modesFill-flash, 8

Page 86 - FLASH MODES

176TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSNumber of effective pixels: 8.0 million CCD: 2/3-type progressive primary-color CCD with a total of8.3 million pixelsCamera

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177Battery performance (recording): Approx. number of recorded images: 280 frames.Based on the CIPA standard with a NP-400 lithium-ionbattery, Lexar 2

Page 88 - WIRELESS / REMOTE FLASH

178The Battery Pack BP-400 is a portable power source for thecamera. This accessory uses two NP-400 lithium-ion batteriesor six Ni-MH or alkaline batt

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179Filter levelswith color imagesFilter settings with blackand white images.For more on Filter effects, see page 79.FILTER EXAMPLES+2+1 +3 +4 +5–1 –2

Page 90 - ECORDING MENU

8. Color-saturation-compensation display (p. 78)18NAMES OF PARTSMONITOR DISPLAY - RECORDING MODE2. Flash-mode indicator (p. 61)5. Flash-compensation

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© 2003 Konica Minolta Camera, Inc. under the Berne Convention and the Universal Copyright Convention.9222-2720-11 SY-A312Printed in Japan1AG6P1P1776--

Page 92 - FLASH CONTROL

19MONITOR DISPLAY - QUICK VIEW & PLAYBACK MODE7. Frame number / total number of images5. Lock indicator (p. 121)6. Print indicator (p. 126)11. Ima

Page 93 - Flash Notes

2EXAMPLESBlack & White - producesmonochrome images. COLOR MODEThe color mode controls whether a still image is color or black and white as well as

Page 94 - AEL BUTTON

20GETTING UP AND RUNNINGGETTING UP AND RUNNINGThis section covers the preparation of the camera. This includes the changing of batteriesand memory car

Page 95 - RECORDING MODE RESET

21ATTACHING THE LENS HOODSlide the hood onto the end of the lens andturn it 90° clockwise until it clicks and thecircular dimple is aligned with the f

Page 96 - BRACKETING SETUP

22GETTING UP AND RUNNINGCHARGING THE BATTERYBefore the camera can be used, the lithium-ion battery must be charged. Before chargingthe battery, read t

Page 97 - Soft Normal Hard

INSTALLING AND CHANGING THE BATTERYOpen the battery-chamber door by sliding the battery-chamber lock to the open position.Insert the battery with the

Page 98 - DATA IMPRINTING

24GETTING UP AND RUNNINGBATTERY CONDITION INDICATORFull-battery indicator - the batteries are fully charged. Thisindicator is displayed for five secon

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25EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLIES (SOLD SEPARATELY)The AC Adapter allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household outlet.The AC Adapter is recomm

Page 100 - INSTANT PLAYBACK

26GETTING UP AND RUNNINGINSERTING AND CHANGING A MEMORY CARDA memory card must be inserted for the camera to operate. If a cardhas not been inserted,

Page 101 - Recording Tips

271234To eject a card, open the card-slot door (1), and press and release the card-eject leverto extend it (2).Press (3) the card-eject lever to eject

Page 102 - COLOR MODE

28GETTING UP AND RUNNINGWhile using the electronic viewfinder (EVF) or LCD monitor,grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting thebod

Page 103 - NOISE REDUCTION

29The EVF has a built-in diopter that can be adjustedbetween –3.5 to +1.5. While looking through the EVF,turn the diopter-adjustment dial until the vi

Page 104 - MONITOR AMPLIFICATION

Thank you for purchasing this Konica Minolta digital camera. Please take the time to readthrough this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the feat

Page 105 - MAGNIFICATION BUTTON

30GETTING UP AND RUNNINGSETTING THE DATE AND TIMEAfter initially inserting a memory card and battery, the camera’s clock and calendar mustbe set. When

Page 106 - TRACKING AF

31Use the right controller key to highlight the 2ndtabat the top of the menu.Use the down key to highlight the date/time-setmenu option.Press the cent

Page 107 - DIRECT MANUAL FOCUS

32BASIC RECORDINGSETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES AUTOMATICALLYEVF AND LCD MONITOR DISPLAYSet the exposure dial to the program (P) position (1).Con

Page 108 - Konica Minolta History

233BASIC RECORDING OPERATIONPlace the subject within the focus frame. For off-centersubjects, use the focus-lock function (p. 34). The subject must be

Page 109 - A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY

34BASIC RECORDINGFOCUS LOCKThe focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-center and outside the focusframe. Focus lock may also be used when

Page 110 - SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY

This digital camera has a quick, accurate autofocusing system. The focus signals inthe lower right corner of the EVF and LCD monitor indicate the focu

Page 111 - LIGHT SOURCES AND COLOR

36BASIC RECORDINGUSING THE BUILT-IN FLASHFLASH RANGE - AUTOMATIC OPERATIONTo use the flash, simply pull up the unit by the tabs on eachside. The flash

Page 112 - MOVIE MENU

/ANTI-SHAKE SYSTEM37When Anti-shake is off, the white indicator appears to warn the shutter speedis too long for the camera to be safely handheld.The

Page 113 - IMAGE SIZE AND FRAME RATE

Set the mode switch to the movie-recording position (1).Before recording, the data-panel and monitor framecounters show the maximum time in seconds th

Page 114 - MOVIE RESET

/39DISPLAY MODE SWITCHAuto display - the camera will automatically change betweendisplaying the live image in the EVF or on the LCD monitor. TheEVF’s

Page 115 - ADVANCED PLAYBACK

FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE4FOR PROPER AND SAFE USENP-400 LITHIUM-ION BATTERIESThis camera operates on a powerful lithium-ion battery. Misuse or abuse of

Page 116 - NAVIGATING THE PLAYBACK MENU

To view images from the playback mode, turn themode switch to the playback position.To view images from the recording or movierecording modes, press t

Page 117

To return to a recording mode from Quick View, press themenu button.VIEWING IMAGES AND HISTOGRAM41To delete a displayed image, press theQV/delete butt

Page 118 - :move :sel. :enter

42BASIC PLAYBACKThe display-information button controls the display format. Each time the button ispressed, the display cycles through to the next for

Page 119

43ENLARGED PLAYBACKIn single-frame playback, a still image can be enlargedfor closer examination from 1.2X. The maximummagnification depends on image

Page 120 - VIEW FOLDER

44ADVANCED RECORDINGMovies can be played back on the camera. Movie files are indicated by an indicator atthe bottom of the display. Press the center o

Page 121 - INDEX PLAYBACK FORMAT

45The display-information button controls what information isdisplayed with the live image. Each time the button is pressed, thedisplay cycles to the

Page 122 - DVANCED PLAYBACK

46ADVANCED RECORDINGFOCUS-MODE SWITCHSingle-shot AF (Autofocus), continuous AF, andmanual focus is set with the focus-mode switch.Slide the switch to

Page 123

DIGITAL ZOOMThe digital zoom doubles the lens magnification. Thedigital zoom cannot be used with RAW image quality, UHScontinuous advance, or movie re

Page 124 - SLIDE SHOW

48ADVANCED RECORDINGFLEX FOCUS POINTThe Flex Focus Point (FFP) is a powerful tool for off-centersubjects. It can be moved to any point in the image ar

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49The macro mode is used for close-up photographs ofsmall objects. The built-in flash cannot be used with macromode. The use of a tripod is recommende

Page 126 - DPOF SETUP

5GENERAL PRODUCT WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSWARNING• Only use the battery specified in this manual.• Only use the specified charger or AC adapter within the

Page 127 - DATE IMPRINT

50ADVANCED RECORDINGEXPOSURE LOCKEXPOSURE-MODE DIALThe exposure-mode dial is used to select traditional exposuremodes as well as subject programs that

Page 128

51PROGRAM - PProgram exposure is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 50). The program AE usesluminance and focal-length information to calculate expos

Page 129 - SETUP MENU

52ADVANCED RECORDINGAUTO RECORDINGAuto recording is set with the exposure-mode dial. Auto recording is the same as theprogram exposure mode (p. 51), e

Page 130 - NAVIGATING THE SETUP MENU

53Instant playback Off p. 100Voice memo Off p. 101Color mode Natural color (sRGB) p. 102Sharpness Normal p. 97Noise reduction On p. 103Monitor amplifi

Page 131

54ADVANCED RECORDINGAperture priority is set with theexposure-mode dial (p. 50).The photographer selects theaperture and the camera setsthe appropriat

Page 132 - SHORTCUT HELP

55Shutter priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 50). Thephotographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets theappropriate aperture t

Page 133 - (Continued on the next page.)

56ADVANCED RECORDINGManual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and apertures. Thismode overrides the exposure system giving th

Page 134 - ETUP MENU

57Use the front control dial to decrease the shutter-speed until“bulb” is displayed. Use the rear control dial to set the appropriate aperturerequired

Page 135 - VIDEO OUTPUT

58ADVANCED RECORDINGDIGITAL-SUBJECT-PROGRAMSDigital subject programs optimize the camera’s exposure, white-balance, and image-processing systems for s

Page 136 - FILE NUMBER (#) MEMORY

59EXPOSURE AND FLASH COMPENSATIONThe ambient light and flash exposure can be adjusted before the image is captured tomake the final picture lighter or

Page 137 - 10140223

6FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE• Do not use these products near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine,or paint thinner. Do not use inflammab

Page 138 - DATE AND TIME SETUP

60ADVANCED RECORDINGUSING THE FUNCTION DIALThe memory function, metering mode, drive mode, white balance, and camera sensitivityare controlled by the

Page 139 - RESET DEFAULT

61The drive modes control the rate and method images are captured.Indicators showing the selected drive mode appear on the data paneland monitors. The

Page 140

62ADVANCED RECORDINGBRACKETINGThis drive mode makes a three image bracket of a scene. Bracketing is a method oftaking a series of images of a static s

Page 141 - FOCUS SIGNALS

63When using flash, TIFF, or RAW & JPEG, single-frame advance is employed. To make aflash bracket, raise the camera flash; the ambient exposure is

Page 142 - SHUTTER FX

64ADVANCED RECORDINGContinuous-advance mode allows a series of images to be captured while holding downthe shutter-release button. Continuous advance

Page 143 - GRIP SENSOR

Compose the picture as described in the basicrecording section (p. 33). Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way down (1) to begin taking

Page 144 - CONTROL DIAL SETUP

66ADVANCED RECORDINGINTERVALThe interval mode makes a series of still or moving images over a period of time. Similarto time-lapse photography, a seri

Page 145 - LENS ACCESSORY

67After mounting the camera on a tripod, compose the image so that the subject area fallswithin the focus frames; the camera sets the focus, exposure,

Page 146 - DATA-TRANSFER MODE

68ADVANCED RECORDINGUsed for self-portraits, the self-timer will delay the release of the shutter after the shutterbutton is pressed. A ten second and

Page 147 - Initializing USB

69METERING MODESMetering mode indicators are displayed on themonitors only. To lock the exposure whilepressing the shutter-release button partwaydown,

Page 148 - AUTOMATIC INSTALLATION

7CAUTION• Do not use or store these products in a hot or humid environment such as the glovecompartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the camera, c

Page 149 - Manual installation

70ADVANCED RECORDINGWHITE BALANCE3421White balance is the camera’s ability to makedifferent types of lighting appear natural. Anychanges are immediate

Page 150 - -TRANSFER MODE

71Custom-white-balance function allows the camera to be calibrated to a specific lightingcondition. Three setting can be stored in the camera and used

Page 151 - QUICKTIME SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

:enterSave to memory:select72ADVANCED RECORDINGMEMORY - STORING CAMERA SETTINGSTo save the current camera settings, turn the function dial tothe M SET

Page 152

73MEMORY RECALLCamera settings saved with the function dial are recalled withthe exposure-mode dial. Simply turn the exposure mode dial tothe memory r

Page 153 - Camera Notes

74ADVANCED RECORDINGCAMERA SENSITIVITY - ISOThe auto setting automatically adjusts the camera sensitivity to the light conditionsbetween ISO 64 and 20

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75FLASH RANGE AND CAMERA SENSITIVITYFlash range (wide angle)ISO setting64100200 / AUTO4008000.5m ~ 2.1m / 1.6 ft. ~ 6.9 ft.Flash range (telephoto)0.5m

Page 155 - MACINTOSH

The flash sync terminal allows a studio or location flash system to be connected to thecamera with a standard PC cord. The terminal is compatible with

Page 156

77DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEWThe aperture controls depth of field; the area in front of thecamera that appears in focus. The smaller the aperture,the great

Page 157

78ADVANCED RECORDINGTurn the Digital Effect switch (1) to the imagecharacteristic to be adjusted.Adjustments can be made repeatedly and in combination

Page 158 - PICTBRIDGE

FILTER79The contrast of a scene can be adjusted within eleven levels (±5) withthe Digital Effects Controller. The contrast must be set before theimage

Page 159 - NOTES ON PRINTING ERRORS

8TABLE OF CONTENTSColor mode ...

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Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight theappropriate menu tab; the menus will change as the tabsare highlighted. 80 RECORDING MENUIn

Page 161 - Index print

DSP set DSPTracking AF OnAE lock OffSpot AE area Center spotDirect MF OffEVF mode Quality 30fps81Image size 3264x2448Quality FineFlash mode Fill-flash

Page 162

82RECORDING MENUImage size and quality are set in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 80). Changes aredisplayed on the LCD monitor and data panel.2560

Page 163 - DPOF print

83TIFFExtra fineFineStandard812 21 1222537 62 2964972 117 38983121 190 5202560x1920 2080x1560 1600x1200 640x480TIFFExtra fineFineStandard14,520KB9,626

Page 164 - TROUBLESHOOTING

84ASHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHYIn the RAW image-quality mode, the image size is set at full and cannot be changed. Theimage size will not be displayed o

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85NOTES ON IMAGE SIZE AND RESOLUTION640 X 480 (Full image area)1600 X 1200 (Cropped)2080 X 1560 (Cropped)2560 X 1920 (Cropped)Image size changes the n

Page 166 - WHEN USING FILTERS

86FLASH MODESThe flash mode can be changed in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 80). For the flashto fire, the built-in unit must be manually lifted

Page 167

87Rear flash sync is used with long exposures to maketrailing lights or blurring appear to follow rather thanproceed the subject. The effect is not ap

Page 168 - CARE AND STORAGE

88RECORDING MENUWIRELESS / REMOTE FLASHWireless/Remote flash allows the camera to controlan off-camera Program/Maxxum 5600HS(D) and3600HS(D) flash uni

Page 169 - MEMORY CARD CARE AND HANDLING

89Press and hold the mounting-foot-release button (1)to disengage the safety catch to remove the flashunit from the camera.Position the camera and fla

Page 170 - BATTERIES

9Viewing images and histogram ...41Rotating images...

Page 171 - QUESTIONS AND SERVICE

90RECORDING MENUWIRELESS/REMOTE CAMERA AND FLASH RANGESFlash-to-subject distanceCamera-to-subject distanceThe camera and flash mustbe within 5m or 16.

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91NOTES ON WIRELESS/REMOTE FLASHWireless/Remote flash performs best under subdued light or interior lighting. Under brightlight sources, the flash may

Page 173 - DiMAGE A2

92RECORDING MENUFLASH CONTROLSelect the manual option from flash control insection 1 of the recording menu. With the built-inflash raised, press the e

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8 / 26 11 / 36 16 / 52 22 / 7293The chart lists approximate guide numbers for manual flash calculations. The followingequations are useful in determin

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94RECORDING MENUWhen the AEL button is pressed and held, the exposure is locked.The exposure remains locked after an image has been captureduntil the

Page 176 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

95RECORDING MODE RESETThe recording mode functions can be reset in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 80).When selected, a confirmation screen will a

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96RECORDING MENUINTERVAL SETUPThe parameters for the interval drive mode (p. 66) are set in section 2 of the recordingmenu (p. 80).Int. setBracket set

Page 178 - BATTERY PACK BP-400

Soft Normal Hard97SHARPNESSThe sharpness of the image can be altered. This must be set before the image isrecorded. Sharpness is set in section 3 of t

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Int. set –Bracket set 0.3EvData imprint TextImprint to Image + ExifInst.playback OffVoice memo Off98RECORDING MENUDATA IMPRINTINGData can be printed o

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99ELECTRONIC KEYBOARDThe electronic keyboard is used to enter text for imprinting data or for naming newfolders. The keyboard automatically appears wh

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