Taking Still Images in Auto Mode

You can record still images without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode.

Turn on the power.

C3Z_Power button

Select still image mode.

C3Z_Movie Photo button

The icon on LCD display is switched to still image mode.

Set the shooting dial to “i.AUTO”.

C3Z_Dial shooting-iAUTO
C3Z_Tap Image MENU iA-1

Set the focus on the subject.

C3Z_SNAPSHOT Half-press

When focused, the focus icon lights up in green.

Take a still image.

C3Z_SNAPSHOT All-press

PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured.

Memo

Depending on the subject and shooting conditions, recording may not be performed properly even in the Intelligent Auto mode.

Image stabilization only starts when the button is pressed halfway.

Indications During Still Image Recording

C3Z_Indications Still Image Recording

Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.
Use the D-Appear button to change the displays.

Display Icon

Description

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Image Size

Displays the icon of the image size.

The size of still images can be changed.

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TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF

Displays the setting of “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF”.
By default, it is set to “FACE TRACKING”.

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Time

Displays the current time.

num_4

Image Stabilizer

Displays the image stabilizer setting.

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Recording media

Displays the icon of the media where still images are recorded to.

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Battery Indicator

Displays the approximate remaining battery power during use.

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Recording Mode

Current shooting mode is displayed.

num_8

Setting Scenes of Intelligent Auto

Displays scenes detected automatically in the Intelligent Auto function. Multiple scenes may be detected.

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Flash Mode

Displays the flash mode.

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Remaining Number of Shots

Displays the remaining number of shots for still image recording.

num_11

Recording in Progress

“PHOTO” appears when a still image is being captured.

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Focus

Lights up in green when focused.

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Aperture Value

Displays the aperture value.

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Shutter Speed

Displays the shutter speed.

Scenes of Intelligent Auto

Display Icon

Description

icon_Iacloseup

Captures one’s skin beautifully.

icon_IaPerson

Allows people to be captured naturally.

icon_IaGroupPhoto

Record a group of people with the most suitable settings.

icon_IaSmileFace

Record the smiling face clearly.

icon_IaMacro

Records while focusing on a near object.

icon_IaLanscape

Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors.

icon_IaLowLight

Records in dark places with minimal noise in the overall image.

icon_IaNightView

Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with minimal noise in the overall image.

icon_IaHighLight

Prevents colors from fading even when recording in a bright environment, such as snowfield and beaches.

icon_IaSpotLight

Prevents colors from fading when recording a subject in a spotlight.

icon_IaForest

Reproduces the green color of trees vividly.

icon_IaSunset

Reproduces the colors of sunset naturally.

icon_IaBacklight

Adjusts settings so that the subject does not appear too dark due to backlight.

icon_IaVividColor

Records while emphasizing the brightness of the colors.

icon_IaOutdoor

Reproduces the natural colors of the outdoors during the day.

icon_IaIndoorCool

Reproduces the natural colors of the indoors in a cold-color illumination.

icon_IaIndoorWarm

Reproduces the natural colors of the indoors in a warm-color illumination.

icon_IaHandle

Selects the most suitable settings for handheld shooting.

icon_IaFix

Selects the most suitable settings when a tripod is used for shooting.

Memo

Scenes can be detected according to the shooting conditions and automatically adjusted in Intelligent Auto mode.

Multiple scenes may be detected depending on the recording conditions.

Some functions may not work properly depending on the shooting conditions.

Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording

C3Z_Operations Still Image Recording

Operation Buttons

Description

num_1

Video/Still Image Mode

MOVIE / PHOTO

Switches between video and still image modes.

num_2

MENU

Displays the various menus of still image recording.

num_3

Display Button D-Appear

Switches the display between full ( D-LOCK ) and simple ( D-Appear ) with every tap of the button.

Simple display: Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.

Full display: Displays everything. The display button changes from D-Appear to D-LOCK .

When the power is turned off, full display ( D-LOCK ) will be set.

Useful Settings for Recording

When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, shooting can be started immediately after pressing the power button if the power is turned off within 5 minutes.

When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes.

When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”, this unit detects faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record the faces more clearly.

Caution

Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.

Do not use this unit in the rain, snow, or places with high humidity like the bathroom.

Do not use this unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust, as well as places exposed to steam or smoke directly.

The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit rises too much.

Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.

This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such a case, turn off the power, then remove the AC adapter and battery pack. This unit will be reset.

Memo

Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.

Depending on the shooting conditions, the four corners of the screen may appear dark, but this is not a malfunction. In this case, change the shooting conditions by moving the zoom lever, etc.