6Chapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions ofthis camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting youlearn more as you read each chapter.Checking the Package Contents .......2Read This First ..................................3What Do You Want to Do? ................4Table of Contents ..............................6Conventions Used in This Guide .......9Safety Precautions...........................10Charging the Battery........................14Compatible Memory Cards(Sold Separately)...........................16Inserting the Battery and MemoryCard...............................................16Setting the Date and Time ...............19Setting the Display Language..........21Formatting Memory Cards ...............22Pressing the Shutter Button.............23Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)...........24Viewing Images ...............................27Erasing Images................................28Shooting or Viewing Images inEasy Mode.....................................29Shooting Movies ..............................30Viewing Movies................................32Transferring Images to a Computerfor Viewing.....................................34Accessories .....................................38Separately Sold Accessories ...........39Components Guide..........................42Screen Display.................................46Indicator ...........................................47FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations ....48MENU – Basic Operations .............. 49Changing the Sound Settings ......... 50Adjusting the Screen Brightness ..... 52Returning the Camera to DefaultSettings ......................................... 53Power Saving Function(Auto Power Down)....................... 54Clock Functions............................... 54Turning the Flash Off ...................... 56Zooming in More Closely onSubjects (Digital Zoom)................. 57Inserting the Date and Time............ 59Using the Self-Timer ....................... 60Changing the Recording PixelSetting (Image Size) ..................... 63Changing the CompressionRatio (Image Quality) .................... 63Shooting in Various Conditions ....... 68Easily Changing the Brightness andColor When Shooting(Live View Control)........................ 71Shooting in Discreet Mode .............. 72Adding Effects and Shooting(Creative Filters) ........................... 72Detecting a Face and Shooting(Smart Shutter) ............................. 77Shooting Long Exposures ............... 81Table of Contents1 Getting Started .................. 132 Learning More ................... 413 Shooting with CommonlyUsed Functions .................554 Adding Effects and Shootingin Various Conditions .......67