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Getting to know
your camera better
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Selecting the optimal record mode
Record modes are divided into 2 main types: RAW and JPEG. RAW records without reflecting
the settings for exposure compensation, white balance, etc. on the images themselves. JPEG
records as images that reflect these settings. JPEG also compresses images to reduce the file
size when recording them. JPEG is divided into
[SHQ]
,
[HQ]
and
[SQ]
types based on the image
size (pixel count) or compression rate. The higher the compression rate, the grainier the image
will appear when enlarged during display. A rough guide for selection is shown below.
Make fine-adjustments of the shooting settings on the computer
•
[RAW]
To print large images on A3 / A4 paper / To edit and process images on a computer
•
[SHQ][HQ]
with a large pixel count
To print postcard-size images
•
[SQ]
with a large pixel count
To send as an e-mail attachment or post on a web site
•
[SQ]
with a small pixel count
g
“List of record modes” (P. 99)
To restore functions to their settings at the time of purchase
• The settings are saved even when the power is switched off. When power is switched on in
“Easy shooting modes” (P. 14), it changes to specific settings.
• To return to the factory default settings, set
[RESET]
under
[CUSTOM RESET SETTING]
. You
can select up to 2 types of settings for reset. Set various functions of the camera and register
using
[RESET1]
or
[RESET2]
under
[CUSTOM RESET SETTING]
.
g
“Custom reset
setting” (P. 65)
Confirming the exposure when it is difficult to view the monitor outdoors
The monitor may be difficult to view and the exposure difficult to confirm when shooting outdoors.
During image playback, press the
INFO
button repeatedly to display the histogram.
The following shows you how to read the histogram display easily.
How to read the histogram
1
If the graph has many peaks around here, the image will appear
mostly black.
2
If the graph has many peaks around here, the image will appear
mostly white.
g
“Information display” (P. 58)
Playback tips
Understanding the settings and other information of pictures taken
Play back a picture, and press the
INFO
button. Press the button repeatedly to change the
amount of information displayed.
g
“Information display” (P. 58)
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