Casio Exilim Ex G1 Users Guide

							31Quick Start Basics
This camera is designed to be shock resistant, waterproof, and dustproof as 
described below.
0Shock resistant:
This camera has passed drop testing from a height of 2.13 meters/7 feet* onto a 
plywood (lauan material)*
1.*Based on CASIO test equivalent to MIL-Standard 810F Method 516.5-Shock. 
(6 faces, 8 corners, 12 edges: Total of 26 drops.)
0Waterproof: 
Corresponds to IEC/JIS Protection Class 8 (IPX8)*2 and Protection Class 6 (IPX6) 
equivalent waterproofing that allows immersion up to 3.0 meters for 60 minutes and 
protection against jet spray from all directions.*
3
0Dustproof: 
Corresponds to IEC/JIS Protection Class 6 (IP6X) dustproofing.
*1Though the camera is designed to withstand the effects of impact occurring during 
normal daily use, very strong impact due to very rough handling such as throwing the 
camera or dropping it from excessive heights can result in serious damage. Even if a 
drop does not result in functional problems, it can cause scratching and other cosmetic 
damage to the camera.
*2Signifies underwater use when immersed for a duration and at a pressure specified by 
CASIO.
*3Test conditions defined by CASIO. Does not include cases where battery life is 
shortened due to use conditions. 
IMPORTANT!
• The shock resistance, waterproofing, and dustproofing of this product are based on 
CASIO test results, and do not constitute any guarantee that the product will 
perform, will not be damaged, or will not malfunction under such conditions.
.Precautions before Underwater Use
This camera can be used to shoot images underwater up to a depth of 3.0 meters. 
However, the following precautions should be kept in mind before using the camera 
underwater.
• Check the contact surfaces of the battery cover and memory card/terminal cover 
gaskets for dirt, sand, and any other foreign matter. Clean contact surfaces by 
wiping them with a soft, clean, dry cloth. Note that a single strand of hair or a single 
grain of sand can allow water to leak into the camera.
• Check the battery cover and memory card/terminal cover waterproofing gaskets 
are free of cracks, scratches, and other damage.
• Close the battery cover and memory card/terminal cover completely, until they click 
securely into place.
• Never open or close the battery cover or memory card/terminal cover while near 
water or in an area exposed to sea breezes. Also avoid opening or closing the 
covers while your hands are wet.
Shock resistant, Waterproof, Dustproof
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							32Quick Start Basics
• This camera will sink if dropped underwater. Use the strap or some other means to 
avoid dropping.
• The waterproofing of this camera protects it against salt water and fresh water only. 
Protection is not provided against hot spring water.
• Never leave the camera for long periods in a location subjected to very low 
temperatures or very high temperatures in excess of 40
°C. In particular, avoid 
leaving the camera in areas exposed to strong direct sunlight, in a motor vehicle on 
a hot day, etc. Any of these conditions can result in a deterioration of 
waterproofing.
.Precautions during Underwater Use
• The camera is designed for use at depths no greater than 3.0 meters and at water 
temperatures within the range of 0°C to 40°C.
• Do not leave the camera submerged for longer than 60 minutes.
• When repeatedly immersing the camera for underwater user, allow at least 
15 minutes to elapse between immersions.
• Never open the battery cover or memory card/terminal cover while the camera is 
submerged.
• Do not dive into water while holding the camera. Also, do not use the camera in 
rapids, under a waterfall, or in any other rough water condition. Exposing the 
camera to strong water pressure can cause leaking and malfunction.
• Take care that you do not drop the camera into water or allow it to strike the 
surface of the water. Doing so can cause leaking.
.Precautions after Underwater Use
• Before opening the battery cover or memory card/terminal cover, use a clean, dry, 
soft cloth to wipe the camera free of all moisture and dirt.
• If you open the battery cover or the memory card/terminal cover while the camera 
is wet, be sure to wipe its inside surfaces free of all moisture before closing it.
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							33Quick Start Basics
.Cleaning Your Camera after Use
Perform the following steps to clean the camera after using it under water or after it 
becomes soiled with sand, dirt, or mud. Note that the battery cover and memory card/
terminal cover must be closed securely when performing these steps.
1.Immerse the camera in fresh water.
• Fill a bucket or other container with tap water or other fresh 
water, and immerse the camera for about 10 minutes. 
Gently wipe dust, dirt, sand, and other matter from the 
camera with your fingers.
• Do not rub the lens surface, monitor screen, or flash 
window while dirty.
2.Wipe the camera dry.
• Use a clean, dry, soft cloth to wipe off the camera, and leave it in a shady place 
to dry.
IMPORTANT!
• The temperature of the water used to wash the camera should be no greater than 
30°C. Never use detergent, hot water, or strongly running water to clean the 
camera. Doing so creates the risk of leaking and malfunction.
• Never swing the camera around to remove water, and never use a dryer or other 
intense heat to dry it.
• Never place the camera in a washing machine to wash it.
.Precautions after Use
• Do not leave the camera in an area exposed to extreme heat (40°C or greater) or 
cold (–10°C or lower). Doing so can cause loss of waterproofing.
• Never use chemical agents for the purpose of cleaning, rust proofing, moisture 
proofing, etc. Doing so can cause loss of waterproofing.
• Use fresh water to clean the camera within 60 minutes after using it underwater. 
Failure to do so can cause deterioration of the exterior finish and waterproofing 
properties.
• In order to maintain waterproofing, replacement of the camera’s gaskets is 
recommended once each year. Note that you will be charged for gasket 
replacement. Contact a CASIO authorized service center or your original retailer 
for gasket replacement.
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.Other Precautions
• The accessories that come with the camera (battery, etc.) are not waterproof.
• Subjecting the camera to extreme impact can cause loss of waterproofing.
• Moisture on the camera can freeze in very cold environments. Ice left on the 
camera can lead to malfunction. Do not allow moisture to remain on the camera 
under cold conditions.
• Should water ever leak into the camera and cause malfunction due to improper 
use, CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. will not be held liable for any damage to 
internal components (battery, recording media, etc.), loss of recorded data, or any 
expenses incurred to shoot lost images.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any accident that may 
occur while the camera is being used underwater.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or for any 
accident (personal injury, etc.) that occurs while using the camera underwater.
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							35Snapshot Tutorial
Snapshot Tutorial
The Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings.
1.In the REC mode, press [SET].
This will select one of the Control Panel icons and display its settings.
2.Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change.
*Snapshot image quality cannot be changed using the Control Panel.
3.Use [4] and [6] to change the setting.
4.If you want to configure another setting, repeat steps 2 and 3.
5.After all of the settings are the way you want, press [SET].
This will apply the settings and return to the REC mode.
NOTE
• You also can configure settings other than those listed above (page 65).
• The Control Panel cannot be displayed while a Dynamic Photo, Prerecord Movie, 
For YouTube, or Voice Recording Operation is in progress.
Using the Control Panel
[SET]Control Panel
Available settings
[8] [2] [4] [6]
1
9 5 3
4
7
8 2
6
1Snapshot image size/quality* 
(pages 36, 82)
2Movie image quality (page 39)
3Flash (page 40)
4Self-timer (page 42)
5AF Area (page 43)
6ISO sensitivity (page 45)
7REC Light (page 46)
8Face Detection/Make-up/Landscape 
(pages 46, 48, 49)
9Date/Time (page 50)
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							36Snapshot Tutorial
You can use the following procedure to specify the eight items you want on the 
Control Panel.
1.While the Control Panel is displayed, press 
[MENU].
• This will display a menu of Control Panel items, with 
the items currently selected for display shown in 
green.
2.Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select an item you 
want on the Control Panel and then press [SET].
This will cause the lamp next to the item to light.
3.Repeat the above step to select eight items for the Control Panel.
After you select the eighth item, the camera switches to the REC mode and 
displays the Control Panel.
• To exit the item select operation, press [MENU].
NOTE
• The “Date/Time” item at the bottom of the Control Panel is fixed and cannot be 
changed.
• The screen shots in this manual show the initial default Control Panel items.
• To return the Control Panel items to their initial defaults, reset the camera (page 
147).
.Pixels
A digital camera image is a collection of small 
dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are 
in an image, the more detail there will be. 
However, you generally can do with fewer 
pixels when printing an image (L size) through 
a print service, attaching an image to e-mail, 
when viewing the image on a computer, etc.
Specifying Control Panel Items
Changing the Image Size (Size)
Pixel
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							37Snapshot Tutorial
.About image sizes
The size of an image indicates how many pixels it contains, and is expressed as 
horizontal pixelsxvertical pixels.
Image Size Selection Tips
Note that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space.
• For information about image size, image quality, and number of images that can be 
stored, see page 173.
• For information about movie image size, see page 39.
• For information about resizing existing snapshots, see page 106. 8M (3264
x2448) size image = 
Approximately 8 million pixels
*Unit: pixels
VGA (640x480) size image = 
Approximately 300,000 pixels
Large Number 
of PixelsMore detail, but takes up more memory. Best 
when you plan to print large-size prints (such 
as A3 size).
Small Number 
of PixelsLess detail, but takes up less memory. Best 
when you want to send images by e-mail, 
etc.
3264*
2448*
640*
480*
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							38Snapshot Tutorial
.To select the snapshot image size
1.In the REC mode, press [SET].
2.Use [8] and [2] to select the top Control Panel option (Snapshot 
Image Size).
3.Use [4] and [6] to select an image size and then press [SET].
• The initial factory default image size setting is “12M”.
• Selecting “3:2” records images with an aspect ratio of 3:2, which matches the 
standard aspect ratio of print paper.
• The letters “HDTV” stand for “High Definition Television”. An HDTV screen has an 
aspect ratio of 16:9, which makes them wider than the usual 4:3 aspect ratio of 
television screens of the past. Your camera can record images that are compatible 
with the aspect ratio an HDTV screen.
• You should regard the print paper sizes suggested here as guidelines only (200 dpi 
print resolution).
Image Size 
(Pixels)Suggested 
Print Size and 
ApplicationDescription
12M 
(4000
x3000)Poster Print
Good detail for better clarity even for images 
cropped (page 106) from the original 3:2 
(4000
x2656)Poster Print
16:9 
(4000
x2240)HDTV
8M 
(3264
x2448)A3 Print
Good detail
5M 
(2560
x1920)A4 Print
3M 
(2048
x1536)3.5x5 PrintBest when preserving memory capacity is 
relatively more important than image quality.
VGA 
(640
x480)E MailImage files are smaller, which is better when 
attaching images to e-mail. However, images are 
relatively coarser.
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							39Snapshot Tutorial
.Specifying Movie Image Quality
Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothness, and clarity 
of a movie during playback. Shooting with the high-quality (WIDE) setting will result in 
better image quality, but it also shortens the amount of time you can shoot.
1.In the REC mode, press [SET].
2.Use [8] and [2] to select the second Control Panel option from the top 
(Movie Image Quality).
3.Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
• The 16:9 aspect ratio is available only when “WIDE” is selected as the image 
quality.
• Memory capacity (Movie recording time you can shoot) will be affected by the 
quality settings you configure (page 174).
Image Quality (Pixels)Approximate Data RateFrame Rate
WIDE 848
x480 13 Megabits/second 30 frames/second
STD 640
x480 10 Megabits/second 30 frames/second
LP 320
x240 2.7 Megabits/second 15 frames/second
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							40Snapshot Tutorial
1.In the REC mode, press [2] ( ) once.
2.Use [4] and [6] 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 176.
Using Flash (Flash)
 Auto FlashFlash fires automatically in accordance with exposure 
(amount of light and brightness) conditions.
 Flash OffFlash does not fire.
 Flash OnFlash always fires. This setting can be used to brighten a 
subject that normally comes out dark due to daylight or 
backlight (daylight synchro flash).
 Soft FlashSoft flash always fires, regardless of exposure conditions
 Red Eye 
ReductionFlash fires automatically. This type of flash can be used to 
reduce the chance of redness in the subject’s eyes.
Back lamp
Flashes orange while the flash is charging to indicate 
that image recording is disabled.
• You will not be able to take another flash snapshot 
until the lamp stops flashing orange, which indicates 
that charging is complete.
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