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Applicable modes:
This allows the Sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables
pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark.
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For the focus range of flash when [AUTO] is set, refer to P58.•The ISO sensitivity is automatically set under the following co nditions.
–When recording motion pictures–When [Burst Shooting] is set to [ ]
[Sensitivity]
SettingsDescription of settings
[AUTO]The ISO sensitivity...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66147/w64_dmc-sz10_adv_en_om_d-75.png "Page 76
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Applicable modes:
This allows the Sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables
pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark.
•
For the focus range of flash when [AUTO] is set, refer to P58.•The ISO sensitivity is automatically set under the following co nditions.
–When recording motion pictures–When [Burst Shooting] is set to [ ]
[Sensitivity]
SettingsDescription of settings
[AUTO]The ISO sensitivity...")
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Applicable modes:
In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes
on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is
seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
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Under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixture etc., the appr opriate White Balance will vary
depending on the lighting type, so use [AWB] or [ Ó].
•The White Balance setting for a Scene Mode returns to [AWB] whe n...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66147/w64_dmc-sz10_adv_en_om_d-76.png "Page 77
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Applicable modes:
In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes
on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is
seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
•
Under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixture etc., the appr opriate White Balance will vary
depending on the lighting type, so use [AWB] or [ Ó].
•The White Balance setting for a Scene Mode returns to [AWB] whe n...")
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∫Auto White Balance
Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a
reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being used or
there is nothing with a color close to white, Auto White Balanc e may not function properly. In
this case, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB].
1 Auto White Balance will work within this range
2 Blue sky
3 Cloudy sky (Rain)
4 Shade
5 Sunlight
6 White fluorescent...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66147/w64_dmc-sz10_adv_en_om_d-77.png "Page 78
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∫Auto White Balance
Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a
reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being used or
there is nothing with a color close to white, Auto White Balanc e may not function properly. In
this case, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB].
1 Auto White Balance will work within this range
2 Blue sky
3 Cloudy sky (Rain)
4 Shade
5 Sunlight
6 White fluorescent...")
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Applicable modes:
This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be
selected.
¢ [Ø ] will be used during motion picture recording.
•The setting is fixed to [ š] in the following case.–In Self Shot Mode
(If [ š] is not available with the current Recording Mode, an availabl e focus setting for each
Recording Mode will be used.)
•The setting is fixed to [ Ø] in the following cases.–[Miniature Effect] (Creative Control Mode)
–[Starry Sky] (Scene...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66147/w64_dmc-sz10_adv_en_om_d-78.png "Page 79
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Applicable modes:
This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be
selected.
¢ [Ø ] will be used during motion picture recording.
•The setting is fixed to [ š] in the following case.–In Self Shot Mode
(If [ š] is not available with the current Recording Mode, an availabl e focus setting for each
Recording Mode will be used.)
•The setting is fixed to [ Ø] in the following cases.–[Miniature Effect] (Creative Control Mode)
–[Starry Sky] (Scene...")
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∫About [ š] ([Face Detection])
The following AF area frames are displayed when the camera dete cts the
faces.
Yellow:
When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns gre en when the
camera is focused.
White:
Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away
as the faces within the yellow AF areas are also brought into f ocus.
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Under certain picture-taking conditions including the following cases, the face detection function may...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66147/w64_dmc-sz10_adv_en_om_d-79.png "Page 80
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∫About [ š] ([Face Detection])
The following AF area frames are displayed when the camera dete cts the
faces.
Yellow:
When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns gre en when the
camera is focused.
White:
Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away
as the faces within the yellow AF areas are also brought into f ocus.
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Under certain picture-taking conditions including the following cases, the face detection function may...")
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Applicable modes:
Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in
brightness between the background and subject, to bring the ima ge close to real life.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]
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Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the condit ions.
Applicable modes:
Zoom magnification can be increased while minimizing deterioration of the image quality.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]
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Refer to P54 for details.
Applicable modes:
This can enlarge subjects...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66147/w64_dmc-sz10_adv_en_om_d-80.png "Page 81
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Applicable modes:
Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in
brightness between the background and subject, to bring the ima ge close to real life.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]
•
Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the condit ions.
Applicable modes:
Zoom magnification can be increased while minimizing deterioration of the image quality.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]
•
Refer to P54 for details.
Applicable modes:
This can enlarge subjects...")
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Applicable modes:
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed.
¢The number of Burst recording pictures are limited by the pictu re-taking conditions and the type
and/or status of the card used.
[Burst Shooting]
SettingsDescription of settings
Maximum
recordable pictures
[˜ ]([Burst On]) Burst speed approx. 1.4 pictures/second
200 pictures¢•The burst speed becomes slower halfway.
The exact timing of this depends on the type of card
and the Picture Size....](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66147/w64_dmc-sz10_adv_en_om_d-81.png "Page 82
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Applicable modes:
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed.
¢The number of Burst recording pictures are limited by the pictu re-taking conditions and the type
and/or status of the card used.
[Burst Shooting]
SettingsDescription of settings
Maximum
recordable pictures
[˜ ]([Burst On]) Burst speed approx. 1.4 pictures/second
200 pictures¢•The burst speed becomes slower halfway.
The exact timing of this depends on the type of card
and the Picture Size....")
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Applicable modes:
When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Red-Eye Removal is performed
whenever the flash is used. The c amera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]
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This function works only when the camera detects a face.•Under certain circumstances, red-eye cannot be corrected.
Applicable modes:
The camera detects jitter during recording and automatically co rrects it, so you can record
images with reduced jitter.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66147/w64_dmc-sz10_adv_en_om_d-83.png "Page 84
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Applicable modes:
When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Red-Eye Removal is performed
whenever the flash is used. The c amera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]
•
This function works only when the camera detects a face.•Under certain circumstances, red-eye cannot be corrected.
Applicable modes:
The camera detects jitter during recording and automatically co rrects it, so you can record
images with reduced jitter.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]...")
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Applicable modes:
You can take a picture with date and time of recording.
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Date information for pictures recorded with the [Date Stamp] set cannot be deleted.
•When printing pictures with [Date Stamp] at a shop or with a printer, the date will be printed
on top of the other if you choose to print with the date.
•If the time has not been set, you cannot stamp with the date in formation.
•The setting is fixed to [OFF] in the following cases.–When recording motion pictures–When using...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66147/w64_dmc-sz10_adv_en_om_d-84.png "Page 85
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Applicable modes:
You can take a picture with date and time of recording.
•
Date information for pictures recorded with the [Date Stamp] set cannot be deleted.
•When printing pictures with [Date Stamp] at a shop or with a printer, the date will be printed
on top of the other if you choose to print with the date.
•If the time has not been set, you cannot stamp with the date in formation.
•The setting is fixed to [OFF] in the following cases.–When recording motion pictures–When using...")
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Using the [Motion Picture] Menu
For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P38.
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The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following case s.–[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode)
Applicable modes:
This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures.
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When recording to the built-in memory, [Rec Quality] is fixed to [QVGA].
Applicable modes:
It will continually keep on focusing on a subject for which the focus was once set.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]
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Using the [Motion Picture] Menu
For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P38.
•
The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following case s.–[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode)
Applicable modes:
This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures.
•
When recording to the built-in memory, [Rec Quality] is fixed to [QVGA].
Applicable modes:
It will continually keep on focusing on a subject for which the focus was once set.
Settings: [ON]/[OFF]
•
Set...")
- 81 - Recording Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the ima ge close to real life. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the condit ions. Applicable modes: Zoom magnification can be increased while minimizing deterioration of the image quality. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Refer to P54 for details. Applicable modes: This can enlarge subjects even more than the Optical Zoom, Extended Optical Zoom, or [i.Zoom]. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Refer to P54 for details. [i.Exposure] [i.Zoom] [Digital Zoom]
- 82 - Recording Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. ¢The number of Burst recording pictures are limited by the pictu re-taking conditions and the type and/or status of the card used. [Burst Shooting] SettingsDescription of settings Maximum recordable pictures [˜ ]([Burst On]) Burst speed approx. 1.4 pictures/second 200 pictures¢•The burst speed becomes slower halfway. The exact timing of this depends on the type of card and the Picture Size. []([Hi-Speed Burst])Burst speed approx. 3.5 pictures/second 200 pictures¢ •This can be set only during Normal Picture Mode.•The picture size is fixed to 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9) or 2.5M (1:1). •The Burst speed changes according to the recording conditions. •The number of Burst recording pictures may increase when you use a card with fast writing speed or card is formatted. •The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted. However, the ISO sensitivity is increased to make the shutter speed become high-speed. [OFF]——
- 83 - Recording •Depending on the operating conditions, it may take time to take the next picture if you repeat the recording of pictures. •It may take time to save pictures taken in Burst Mode on the ca rd. If you take pictures continuously while saving, the maximum number of recordable pic tures decreases. For continuous shooting, use of a high speed memory card is recommended. •The burst speed (pictures/second) may become slower depending o n the recording environment. For example, it may become slower in dark location s. •The focus, zoom, exposure, White Balance, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are fixed to the settings for the first picture. •This function is not availa ble in the following cases:–Self Shot Mode–[Toy Effect]/[Miniature Effect]/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Cre ative Control Mode) –[HDR]/[Starry Sky] (Scene Mode)•When the Self-Timer is used, the number of recordable pictures in Burst Mode is fixed to 3. •The flash setting is fixed to [Œ]. Applicable modes: AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter but ton is pressed halfway, making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light cond itions. (Larger AF area is displayed depending on the recording conditi ons.) Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • The effective distance of the assist lamp is approximately 1.5 m (4.9 feet). •Depending on the state of the zoom or subject, the effective di stance may become shorter. •When you do not want to use the AF Assist Lamp A (e.g. when taking pictures of animals in dark places), set the [AF Assist Lamp] to [OFF]. In this case, it will become more difficult to focus on the subject. •The setting is fixed to [OFF] in the following cases.–[Scenery]/[Night Scenery]/[Sunset]/[Glass Through] (Scene Mode) [AF Assist Lamp]
- 84 - Recording Applicable modes: When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Red-Eye Removal is performed whenever the flash is used. The c amera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • This function works only when the camera detects a face.•Under certain circumstances, red-eye cannot be corrected. Applicable modes: The camera detects jitter during recording and automatically co rrects it, so you can record images with reduced jitter. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • The setting is fixed to [ON] in the following case.–When recording motion pictures•The setting is fixed to [OFF] in the following case. –[Starry Sky] (Scene Mode)•The stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases. Be careful of camera jitter when you press the shutter button. –When there is a lot of jitter.–When the zoom magnification is high.–In Digital Zoom range. –When taking pictures while following a moving subject.–When the shutter speed becomes slower to take pictures indoors or in dark places. [Red-Eye Removal] [Stabilizer]
- 85 - Recording Applicable modes: You can take a picture with date and time of recording. • Date information for pictures recorded with the [Date Stamp] set cannot be deleted. •When printing pictures with [Date Stamp] at a shop or with a printer, the date will be printed on top of the other if you choose to print with the date. •If the time has not been set, you cannot stamp with the date in formation. •The setting is fixed to [OFF] in the following cases.–When recording motion pictures–When using [Burst Shooting] •[Date Stamp] cannot be set in the Intelligent Auto Mode. Setting of other Recording Mode will be reflected. •You can also set printing with the recording date (P137) by recording with [Date Stamp] set to [OFF]. Applicable modes: You can set the soft skin effect, the number of pictures to be taken, and other details for Self Shot Mode. • Refer to P46 for details. [Date Stamp] SettingsDescription of settings [W/O TIME] Stamp the year, month, and day. [WITH TIME]Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutes. [OFF] — [Self Shot] SettingsDescription of settings [ON]If you rotate the monitor, Self Shot Mode is activated. [OFF] — [SET]Changes the settings o f [Soft Skin]/[Defocusing]/[Slimming Mode]/[Shot Count]/[CountDown].
- 86 - Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P38. • The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following case s.–[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode) Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. • When recording to the built-in memory, [Rec Quality] is fixed to [QVGA]. Applicable modes: It will continually keep on focusing on a subject for which the focus was once set. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Set this function to [OFF] if you wish to fix the focus on the position where you started the motion picture recording. •The setting is fixed to [OFF] in the following case.–[Starry Sky] (Scene Mode) [Rec Quality] SettingsPicture sizefpsAspect ratio [HD] 1280k720 3016:9 [VGA] 640k480 4:3 [QVGA]320k240 [Continuous AF]
- 87 - Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. 1Press [(]. 2Press [MODE]. 3Press 3/4/2/1 to select item, and then press [MENU/SET]. •Following items can be selected. [] ([All]) (P35) [] ([Slide Show]) (P88) [] ([Category Selection]) (P90) [] ([Calendar]) (P91)
- 88 - Playback/Editing You can play back the pictures you have taken in sequence at specified intervals. This playback method is recommended when you have connected the camera to a TV set to view the pictures you have taken. 2Press 3 to select [Start] and then press [MENU/SET]. ∫ Operations during slide show The cursors displayed during playback correspond to 3/2/1 and [MENU/SET]. [Slide Show] 1Select the group to play back by pressing 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. •During [Category Selection], press 3/4/2 /1 to select a category, and then press [MENU/SET]. Refer to P90 for category details. 3 Play/Pause [MENU/SET] Stop 2 Back to previous picture (while pausing) 1 Ahead to next picture (while pausing) CancelSelectSet Category Selection All Playback All the pictures Slide Show 0ü0î0æ0ï0ö0Ð0ô0æ0õ0þ
- 89 - Playback/Editing ∫Changing the slide show settings You can change the settings for Slide Show Playback by selectin g [Effect] or [Setup] on the slide show menu screen. [Effect] Screen effects can be added to picture transitions. [ON]/[OFF] • When playing back a panorama picture, the [Effect] setting is d isabled. [Setup] [Duration] or [Repeat] can be set. • [Duration] can be set only when [OFF] has been selected as the [Effect] setting.•When playing back a panorama picture, the [Duration] setting is disabled. •Motion pictures cannot be played back as a slide show. When [ ] (motion picture) is selected in [Category Selection], the first frames of the motion pictures a re displayed as still pictures in a slide show. SettingsDescription of settings [Duration] [1SEC]/[2SEC]/[3SEC]/[5SEC] [Repeat] [ON]/[OFF] CancelSelectSet ONEffect Start Select screen effect Slide Show Setup
- 90 - Playback/Editing This mode allows you to search images by Scene Mode or other categories (such as [Portrait], [Scenery] or [Night Scenery]) and sort the pictures into each of the categories. You can then play back the pictures in each category. Press 3/ 4/2/1 to select the category and then press [MENU/SET] to set. •You can play back only the category in which an image has been found. ∫About the categories to be sorted • If you run a Calendar Search, Category Selection will be cancel ed. [Category Selection] CategoryRecording information e.g. Scene Modes *[Portrait]/[i-Portrait]/[Soft Skin]/[Night Portrait]/[i-Night Portrait]/[Baby1]/[Baby2] [Self Shot] ,Panorama Shot Mode/[Scenery]/[i-Scenery]/[Sunset]/[i-Sunset]/[G lass Through] .[Night Portrait]/[i-Night Portrait]/[Night Scenery]/[i-Night Scen ery]/[Starry Sky] [Sports] Î[Baby1]/[Baby2] í[Pet] 1[Food] [Motion Picture]