Casio Exilim EX-S8 Manual de usuario

EThank 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

10The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status.• The sample screens in this section are i

100Using the Camera with a ComputerYou must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PD

101Using the Camera with a ComputerIMPORTANT!• Recorded images are transferred over wireless LAN. Do not use the Eye-Fi card or turn off Eye-Fi card c

102Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera creates a file and saves it each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operati

103Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).. About DCFDCF i

104Using the Camera with a Computer. Supported Image Files• Image files shot with this camera• DCF-compliant image filesThis camera may not be able to

105Other Settings (Set Up)Other Settings (Set Up)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations

106Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * StartupDisplay the image you want to use as your startup image and then select “On”.• The sta

107Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * World TimeYou can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is differ

108Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * TimestampYou can configure the camera to stamp the recording date only, or date and time in t

109Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Date StyleYou can select from among three different styles for the date.Example: July, 10, 20

11. Shutter Button Half-pressed.easy Mode1Recording mode (page 24)2Flash (page 34)3ISO sensitivity (page 38)4Aperture value5Shutter speed6Focus frame

110Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * SleepThis feature turns off the monitor screen whenever no camera operation is performed for

111Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * REC/PLAY• With “Power On/Off”, the camera turns off when you press [r] (REC) in the REC mode

112Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Video OutYou can use the procedure in this section to select either NTSC or PAL as the video

113Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * ResetSee page 128 for details about the camera’s factory default settings.The settings below

114Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsConfiguring Monitor Screen SettingsYou can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can c

115Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsA histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical

116AppendixAppendix. Avoid Use While In Motion• Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or

117Appendix. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities• Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or wh

118Appendix. Locations To Be Avoided• Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electri

119Appendix• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, c

12. Movie Recording. Snapshot Viewing. Movie Playback1Flash (page 34)2Recording mode (page 45)3White balance setting (page 65)4Remaining movie memory

120Appendix. Data Error PrecautionsYour digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of co

121Appendix. Caring for your camera• Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and other foreign matter on the len

122Appendix. Other PrecautionsThe camera becomes slightly warm during use. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.. CopyrightsExcept for you

123AppendixAny and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited.This product’s

124Appendix. Precautions during Use• Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. Th

125AppendixSee page 19 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card.Press the memory card and then release it. This will

126Appendix. Memory Card Handling PrecautionsCertain types of memory cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems

127AppendixComputer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application y

128AppendixThe tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you

129Appendix“Set Up” Tab. PLAY Mode“PLAY” Tab“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.Eye-Fi OnSounds

13Quick Start BasicsQuick Start BasicsWhat is a digital camera?DeleteA digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and delete ima

130AppendixWhen things don’t go right...TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause and Recommended ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on. 1)The battery

131AppendixThe subject is out of focus in the recorded image.The image may not be focused properly. When composing the image, make sure the subject is

132AppendixA recorded image was not saved.1)Camera power may have been turned off before the save operation was complete, which will result in the ima

133AppendixPlaybackThe color of the playback image is different from what appears on the monitor screen when shooting.Sunlight or light from another s

134AppendixLanguage selection screen appears when the camera is turned on.1)You did not configure initial settings after purchasing the camera or the

135AppendixDisplay MessagesALERTThe camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wa

136AppendixRETRY POWER ONThe lens came into contact with an obstruction while moving. The camera will turn off automatically when this message appears

137AppendixSnapshotNumber of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time/Voice Recording TimeImage Size (Pixels)Image QualityApproximate Image File SizeBuilt-in Me

138AppendixMoviesVoice Recording*Snapshot, movie recording capacity, and voice recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference on

139AppendixSpecificationsFile Format Snapshots:JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliantMovies:Motion JPEG AVI, IMA-ADPCM audio (monau

14Quick Start BasicsYour CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, includ

140AppendixAperture Value F3.2 (W) to F8.0 (W) (When used with ND filter)* Using optical zoom changes the aperture value.White Balance Auto, Daylight,

141AppendixApproximate Battery LifeAll of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) be

142Appendix. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-80). Charger unit (BC-81L)• Power cord precautions for use in SingaporeThe power cord set is not sup

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15Quick Start BasicsNote that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps under “To charge the battery” to bring the bat

16Quick Start BasicsOther Charging Precautions• Use the special charger (BC-81L if included with camera, BC-80L if purchased separately) to charge the

17Quick Start Basics3. Close the battery cover.Pressing the battery cover against the camera, slide it closed.• For information about how to replace t

18Quick Start BasicsThe first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings.

19Quick Start Basics5. After setting the date and time, use [4] and [6] to select “Apply” and then press [SET].NOTE• Each country controls its local t

2As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer.Unpacki

20Quick Start Basics1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn off the camera and then open the battery cover.Pressing the battery cover, slide it in the direc

21Quick Start BasicsYou need to format a new memory card before using it for the first time.1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU].2. Select the “Set

22Quick Start BasicsTo enter the REC mode, press [ON/OFF] (Power) or [r] (REC). To enter the PLAY mode, press Pagina (PLAY).The back lamp will light (gre

23Quick Start BasicsYour images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button,

24Quick Start Basics1. Press [r] (REC) to turn on the camera.Make sure R is on the display. If it isn’t, see page 49.2. Point the camera at the subjec

25Quick Start Basics3. Half-press the shutter button to focus the image.When focus is complete, the camera will beep, the back lamp will light green,

26Quick Start Basics. If the subject is not in the center of the frame...“Focus lock” (page 56) is the name of a technique you can use when you want t

27Quick Start BasicsIf memory becomes full, you can delete images you no longer need to free up storage and record more images.IMPORTANT!• Remember th

28Quick Start BasicsOperation• Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can result in the image you just shot bein

29Snapshot TutorialSnapshot TutorialThe Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings.2. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to ch

3• The contents of this manual and the bundled Basic Reference are subject to change without notice.• The contents of this manual have been checked at

30Snapshot Tutorial. PixelsA digital camera image is a collection of small dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are in an image, the more detai

31Snapshot TutorialImage Size Selection TipsNote that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space.• For information about image

32Snapshot Tutorial. To select the snapshot image size1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the top Control Panel option (Snaps

33Snapshot Tutorial. Specifying Movie Image QualityMovie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothness, and clarity of a movie du

34Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [2] ( ) once.2. Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET].• If there are

35Snapshot TutorialNOTE• Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash.• The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is t

36Snapshot TutorialWith the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount

37Snapshot TutorialNOTE• The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features.Continuous Shutter, certain BEST SHOT scene (Voice Recordi

38Snapshot Tutorial5. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down.IMPORTANT!•“È Multi” cannot be selected for the Auto Focus area while you are

39Snapshot TutorialThe easy mode eliminates troublesome setups and simplifies snapshot recording. This mode is recommended for those who are new to di

4ContentsContentsUnpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Read this first

40Snapshot TutorialIMPORTANT!• To use the Set Up tab menu (page 129), you need to exit the easy mode. To do this, select the “easy Mode” item in step

41Snapshot TutorialWhen shooting people, the face detection feature detects the faces of up to twelve individuals and adjusts focus and brightness acc

42Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the bottom Control Panel option (Date/Time).Use [4] and [6] to select

43Snapshot TutorialNOTE• The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you re

44Snapshot Tutorial• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 30). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can

45Recording Movie Images and AudioRecording Movie Images and Audio1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 33).The length of the movie you

46Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is

47Recording Movie Images and Audio1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button.Movie recording continues after the snapshot is recorde

48Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• You can use [8] (DISP) during audio recording to toggle the monitor screen on and off.• When monitor screen co

49Using BEST SHOTUsing BEST SHOTBEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditi

5Contents❚❙Recording Movie Images and Audio 45To record a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

50Using BEST SHOT3. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene.This returns to the REC mode.• The settings

51Using BEST SHOT. BEST SHOT Precautions• Some scenes like Night Scene and Fireworks result in a slow shutter speed setting. Since a slow shutter spee

52Advanced SettingsAdvanced SettingsThe following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings.• You also can use the Control

53Advanced Settings1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].This will display the menu screen.2. Use [4] and [6] to select the tab where the item you want to

54Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus*1The focus range is the distance from the lens surface.*2 During movie recording, th

55Advanced Settings*5 (m)NOTE• Above values are for reference only.For movie macro, the focus range is a few centimeters within the center distance.Su

56Advanced SettingsNOTE• An Auto Macro feature detects how far the subject is from the lens and automatically selects either Macro Focus or Auto Focus

57Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus FrameYou can use this procedure to select from among five different shapes, including

58Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * CSWhile Continuous Shutter is turned on, images are continually recorded until memory becom

59Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timerFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 36.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MEN

6ContentsViewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70❚❙Other Playback Functions (PLAY) 72Playing a S

60Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF AreaFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 37.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

61Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * GridThe on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy vertical an

62Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * MemoryWhen you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory

63Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SizeFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 32.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

64Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * » QualityFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 33.Procedure[r] (REC) * [

65Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * White BalanceYou can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where

66Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ISOFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 38.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

67Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SharpnessYou can specify one of five sharpness settings from +2 (sharpest) to –2 (least

68Viewing Snapshots and MoviesViewing Snapshots and MoviesSee page 26 for the procedure for viewing snapshots.1. Press Pagina (PLAY) and then use [4] and

69Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed.2. Slide the zoom

7ContentsSetting the Camera’s Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Adjust) . 108Specifying the Date Style . . . . .

70Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. Use the AV cable that comes with the camera to connect it to the TV.• Make sure that you insert the cable connector i

71Viewing Snapshots and Movies4. Now you can display images and play back movies as you normally do.IMPORTANT!• Before connecting to a TV to display i

72Other Playback Functions (PLAY)Other Playback Functions (PLAY)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform ot

73Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Red EyeUsing the flash to shoot at night or in a dimly li

74Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * ProtectIMPORTANT!• Note that even if a file is protected, it will be delete

75Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Rotation1. Use [8] and [2] to select “Rotation” and then

76Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * TrimmingYou can crop a snapshot to trim parts you do not

77Other Playback Functions (PLAY)2. Press the shutter button again to stop audio recording.• Take care that you do not block the camera’s microphone w

78Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * CopyFiles can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory

79PrintingPrinting• You can specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before printing (page 82).Printing S

8The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained.. CameraGeneral Guide1Zoom controller (pages 24, 42, 69)2Shutter button (p

80PrintingYou can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer.. To set up the

81Printing. To print1. Turn on the printer and load paper.2. Turn on the camera.This will display the print menu screen.3. Use [8] and [2] to select “

82Printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off informati

83Printing. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the ImagesProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All image

84Printing. Date StampingYou can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.. Standards Supporte

85Using the Camera with a ComputerUsing the Camera with a ComputerYou can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a co

86Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do.* Yo

87Using the Camera with a Computer. Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the applic

88Using the Camera with a Computer4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your computer.• The ca

89Using the Camera with a Computer8. Right-click the “DCIM” folder.9. On the shortcut menu that appears, click “Copy”.10.Windows 7 / Windows Vista use

9. Charger Unit3211+- Contacts2[CHARGE] Lamp3AC jack

90Using the Camera with a Computer3. Double-click the image file you want to view.• For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on

91Using the Camera with a Computer. Movie Playback Precautions• Be sure to move the movie data to the hard disk of your computer before trying to play

92Using the Camera with a Computer. To upload a movie file to YouTube• Before you can use YouTube Uploader for CASIO, you need to go to the YouTube we

93Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the C

94Using the Camera with a Computer. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 87).2. On your comp

95Using the Camera with a Computer1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive.Normally, this should cause the menu s

96Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want

97Using the Camera with a Computer4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh.• The c

98Using the Camera with a Computer7. Drag the “DCIM” folder to the folder to which you want to copy it.8. After the copy operation is complete, drag t

99Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you are running Mac OS X, you can manage snapshots using iPhoto, which comes bundled with some Macintosh products