Casio Exilim EX-S100 User manual

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Digital Camera
EX-S100
User’s Guide
K873PCM1DMX
Thank you for purchasing this CASIO
product.
• Before using it, be sure to read the
precautions contained in this User’s Guide.
• Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for
future reference.
• For the most up-to-date information about
this product, visit the official EXILIM
Website at http://www.exilim.com/.

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INTRODUCTION
Unpacking
Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your
dealer as soon as possible.
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery
(NP-20) USB Cradle (CA-25)
USB Cable Basic Reference
Camera Strap
Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type)
(AD-C51G) AC Power Cord
*
*The shape of the AC
power cord plug varies
according to country or
geographic area.
○○○○○○○
•Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.
Special AC Adaptor (Plug-in Type)
(AD-C51J)
CD-ROM

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Contents
2INTRODUCTION
Unpacking .................................................................... 2
Features ....................................................................... 9
Precautions ................................................................ 12
16 QUICK START GUIDE
First, charge the battery! ............................................ 16
To configure display language and clock settings ..... 17
To record an image .................................................... 18
To view a recorded image .......................................... 19
To delete an image ..................................................... 19
20 GETTING READY
About This Manual ..................................................... 20
General Guide ............................................................ 21
Camera 21
USB Cradle 23
Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 24
Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 26
Attaching the Strap .................................................... 28
Power Requirements .................................................. 29
Loading and Removing the Rechargeable Battery 29
To charge the battery 31
Power Supply Precautions 36
Turning the Camera On and Off 39
Configuring Power Saving Settings 41
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 42
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 44
To configure display language and clock settings 45
48 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording an Image ................................................... 48
Specifying the Recording Mode 48
Aiming the Camera 49
Recording an Image 50
Using Zoom ................................................................ 54
Optical Zoom 54
Digital Zoom 56
Using the Flash .......................................................... 58
Flash Unit Status 59
Changing the Flash Intensity Setting 60
Using Flash Assist 60
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 62
Specifying Image Size ............................................... 64
Specifying Image Quality ........................................... 65

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67 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 67
Using Auto Focus 68
Using the Macro Mode 70
Using Pan Focus 71
Using the Infinity Mode 72
Using Manual Focus 73
Using Focus Lock 74
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 75
Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 77
Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually 78
Using the BESTSHOT Mode ..................................... 80
Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup 82
To delete a BESTSHOT user setup 83
Combining Shots of Two
People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot) ............. 84
Recording a Subject onto an
Existing Background Image (Pre-shot) ...................... 86
Recording Images of Business
Cards and Documents (Business Shot) .................... 88
To use Business Shot 89
Using the Movie Mode ............................................... 90
Recording Audio ......................................................... 93
Adding Audio to a Snapshot 93
Recording Your Voice 94
Using the Histogram................................................... 96
REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 98
Specifying ISO Sensitivity 99
Specifying Outline Sharpness 100
Specifying Color Saturation 100
Specifying Contrast 101
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 101
Turning Image Review On and Off 102
Using Icon Help 102
Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys 103
Specifying Power On Default Settings 104
Resetting the Camera 106
107 PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation ........................................ 107
Playing an Audio Snapshot 108
Flipping the Display .................................................. 109
Zooming the Display Image ..................................... 110
Resizing an Image ................................................... 111
Cropping an Image................................................... 112
Playing a Movie ........................................................ 113
Displaying the 9-image View .................................... 114
Displaying the Calendar Screen .............................. 115
Playing a Slideshow ................................................. 116
Using the Photo Stand Feature 118
Rotating the Display Image ...................................... 119

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Using Image Roulette .............................................. 120
Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 121
To re-record audio 122
Playing Back a Voice Recording File ....................... 123
124 DELETING FILES
Deleting a Single File ............................................... 124
Deleting All Files ...................................................... 125
126 FILE MANAGEMENT
Folders ...................................................................... 126
Memory Folders and Files 126
Protecting Files ........................................................ 127
To protect a single file 127
To protect all files in memory 128
Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 128
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder 128
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 130
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 131
To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 131
132 OTHER SETTINGS
Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 132
To configure sound settings 132
To set the volume level 133
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 133
Configuring Power Down Image Settings ................ 134
Specifying the File Name
Serial Number Generation Method .......................... 136
Using the Alarm ....................................................... 136
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 138
To select your Home Time zone 138
To set the current time and date 139
Changing the Date Format 139
Using World Time ..................................................... 140
To display the World Time screen 140
To configure World Time settings 140
Changing the Display Language.............................. 141
Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 142
Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY)
Power On/Off Functions........................................... 143
Formatting Built-in Memory...................................... 144

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145 USING A MEMORY CARD
Using a Memory Card .............................................. 146
To insert a memory card into the camera 146
To remove a memory card from the camera 147
Formatting a Memory Card 147
Copying Files ............................................................ 149
To copy all the files in
built-in memory to a memory card 149
To copy a specific file from a
memory card to built-in memory 150
151 PRINTING IMAGES
DPOF ........................................................................ 152
To configure print settings for a single image 153
To configure print settings for all images 154
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 155
PRINT Image Matching III ........................................... 158
Exif Print ................................................................... 158
159 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ......... 159
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 165
Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer .. 169
Using a Memory Card to
Transfer Images to a Computer ............................... 170
Memory Data ............................................................ 171
DCF Protocol 171
Memory Folder Structure 171
Image Files Supported by the Camera 173
174 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER
Using the Album Feature ......................................... 174
Creating an album 174
Selecting an Album Layout 176
Configuring Detailed Album Settings 176
Viewing Album Files 179
Saving an Album 181
To delete an album 182
Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 182
About the bundled CD-ROM
(CASIO Digital Camera Software) 182
Computer System Requirements 184
Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows.. 185
Getting Started 186
Selecting a Language 186
Viewing the Contents of the “Read me”File 186
Installing an Application 187
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 187
User Registration 188
Exiting the Menu Application 188

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Installing Software from the
CD-ROM on a Macintosh ......................................... 188
Installing Software 188
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 189
191 APPENDIX
Menu Reference ....................................................... 191
Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 194
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 197
If you have problems installing the USB driver... 200
Display Messages 201
Specifications ........................................................... 203

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IMPORTANT!
•The contents of this manual are subject to change
without notice.
•CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from
the use of this manual.
•CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties
which may arise through the use of the EX-S100.
•CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held
liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or
any third party due to the use of Photo Loader and/or
Photohands.
•CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any damage or loss caused by
deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or
battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important
data on other media to protect against its loss.
•Note that the example screens and product
illustrations shown in this User’s Guide may differ
somewhat by the screens and configuration of the
actual camera.
• The SD logo is a registered trademark.
• Windows, Internet Explorer, and DirectX are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
• MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon
Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the
MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA).
• Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks
or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the
United States and/or other countries.
• The USB driver (mass storage) uses Phoenix
Technologies Ltd. software.
Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997
Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
• Other company, product and service names used
herein may also be trademarks or service marks of
others.
• Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated
above, all copyrights and other related rights to these
applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.

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Features
•3.2 million effective pixels
The CCD provides 3.34 million total pixels of very high-
resolution for crisp, clear, prints and display images.
•2.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen
•11.2X zoom (page 54)
2.8X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom
•9.3MB flash memory
Images can be recorded without using a memory card.
•REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 39)
Press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera
and enter the mode you want to use.
•Multi Auto Focus (page 69)
When “Multi”is selected for the Auto Focus area, the
camera takes simultaneous meter readings at seven
different points and automatically selects the best one.
•Pan Focus (page 71)
This feature lets you lock the focus point.
■Copyright Restrictions
Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment,
unauthorized copying of snapshot files, movie files, and
audio files violates copyright laws and international
contracts.
Distribution to third parties of such files over the Internet
without permission of the copyright holder, whether for
profit or for free, violates copyright laws and international
contracts.

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•Auto Pan Focus (page 68)
When you press the shutter button all the way down
without pausing, the camera immediately records the
image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed.
This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you
wait for the camera to Auto Focus.
•Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia
Cards) for memory expansion (page 145)
•Bundled with a USB Cradle (pages 31, 118, 155, 159)
The bundled USB cradle can be used to charge the
camera’s battery, and to transfer images to a computer. A
Photo Stand feature lets you view images while the
camera is on the cradle.
•BESTSHOT (page 80)
Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of
image you are trying to record and the camera performs
troublesome setups automatically for beautiful pictures
every time.
•Business Shot (page 88)
Business Shot automatically corrects rectangular shapes
when recording the image of a business card, document,
whiteboard, or similar subjects from an angle.
•Coupling Shot and Pre-shot (pages 84, 86)
Coupling Shot lets you combine two subjects into a single
image, while Pre-shot lets you add a subject to a
previously recorded background image. This means you
can create images that include you and your friend, even
if you are the only two people around.
•Triple Self-timer (page 62)
The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times,
automatically.
•Real-time histogram (page 96)
An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you
view the effect on overall image brightness.
•World Time (page 140)
A simple operation sets the current time for your current
location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time
zones.
•Alarm (page 136)
A built-in alarm helps to keep you on time for important
events, and even can be used in place of an alarm clock.
You can also have a specific image appear, or a movie or
audio file to play when the alarm time is reached.

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•Album Function (page 174)
HTML files are generated automatically to create an
album of recorded images. Album contents can be viewed
and printed using a standard Web browser. Images can
also be incorporated into Web pages quickly and easily.
•Calendar screen (page 115)
A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the
camera’s monitor screen. Each day of the full-month
calendar shows a thumbnail of the first file recorded for
that date, which helps to make searching for a particular
file quicker and easier.
•Audio Snapshot Mode (page 93)
Use this mode to record snapshots that also include
audio.
•Movie + Audio Mode (page 90)
•Voice Recording (page 94)
Quick and easy recording of voice input.
•After Recording (page 121)
Use this mode to add audio to snapshots after you record
them.
•Selectable Sound Settings (page 132)
You can configure different sounds to play whenever you
turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or
all the way, or perform a key operation.
•DCF Data Storage (page 171)
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage
protocol provides image compatibility between the digital
camera and printers.
•Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 152)
Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want
using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used
when specifying images and quantities for printing by
professional print services.
•PRINT Image Matching III Compatible (page 158)
Images include PRINT Image Matching III data (mode
setting and other camera setup information). A printer that
supports PRINT Image Matching III reads this data and
adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images
come out just the way you intended when you recorded
them.

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Precautions
■ General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the EX-S100.
All references in this manual to “camera”refer to the
CASIO EX-S100 Digital Camera.
•Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while
operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so
creates the risk of serious accident.
•Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your
own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the
risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave
maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized
service center.
•Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out
of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally,
contact your physician immediately.
•Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating
a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the driver’s
vision and create the risk of accident.
•Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subject’s
eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage
if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true
with young children. When using the flash, the camera
should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the
subject.
•USB DIRECT-PRINT and PictBridge support (page 155)
Connect directly to a USB DIRECT-PRINT or PictBridge
compatible printer and you can print images without going
through a computer.
•Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands (page 183)
Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the
popular application that automatically loads images from
your camera to your PC. It also comes with Photohands,
and application that makes image retouching quick and
easy.

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•Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and
never let it get wet. Moisture creates the risk of fire and
electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the rain
or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom, etc.
•Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera,
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
•Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming
out of the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, taking
care you do not burn your fingers, remove the camera’s
battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the
power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock. After
making sure there is no more smoke coming from the
camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized service
center for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance.
•Never use the AC adaptor to power any other device
besides this camera. Never use any other AC adaptor
besides the one that comes with this camera.
•Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other
cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater.
•At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor power cord
from the power outlet and clean the area around the
prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can
create the risk of fire.
•If the camera’s case should ever become cracked due to
dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment,
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center.
•Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other
area where its use is prohibited. Doing so creates the risk
of accident.
•Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Always
keep backup copies of data by transferring them to
personal computer memory.
•Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor
from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall
socket while an image is being recorded. Doing so will not
only make storage of the current image impossible, it can
also corrupt other image data already stored in file
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Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to
appear on the monitor screen (page 201). Follow the
instructions provided by the message to eliminate the
cause of the error.
■Operating conditions
•This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
•Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.
—In areas subject to direct sunlight
—In areas subject to high humidity or dust
—Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject
to temperature extremes
—Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the
sun
—In areas subject to strong vibration
■Test for proper operation before using the
camera!
Before using the camera to record important images, make
sure you first record a number of test images and check the
results to ensure that the camera is configured correctly
and operating properly (page 16).
■Data Error Precautions
•Your digital camera is manufactured using precision
digital components. Any of the following creates the risk
of corruption of data in file memory.
—Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the
camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is
performing a record or memory access operation
—Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or
placing the camera onto the USB cradle while the
operation lamp is still flashing green after you turn off
the camera
—Disconnecting the USB cable, removing the camera
from the USB cradle, or disconnecting the AC adaptor
from the USB cradle while a data communication
operation is being performed
—Low battery power
—Other abnormal operations

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■Lens
•Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause
malfunction.
•Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can
interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the
lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles
from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them
off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens
cloth.
■Other
•The camera may become slightly warm during use. This
does not indicate malfunction.
•If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a
soft, dry cloth.
■Condensation
•When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or
otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature,
there is the possibility that condensation can form on the
exterior or on interior components. Condensation can
cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid
exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
•To keep condensation from forming, place the camera
into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is
much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave
it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a
chance to reach the same temperature as the new
location. If condensation does form, remove the battery
from the camera and leave the battery cover open for a
few hours.

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QUICK START GUIDE
First, charge the battery!
1. Load the battery into the camera
(page 29).
2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the
battery (page 31).
• Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where
you purchased the camera.
• It takes about 140 minutes to achieve a full charge.
1
2
3
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2
1Inlet Type
1Plug-in Type
[CHARGE] lamp
Charging: Lights red
Charging Complete: Lights green
Stopper

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1. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2. Press [왖] to select the language you want.
3. Press [SET] to register the language setting.
4. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the geographical
area you want, and then press [SET].
5. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the city you want, and then
press [SET].
6. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the summer time (DST)
setting you want, and then press [SET].
7. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the date format setting you
want, and then press [SET].
8. Set the date and the time.
9. Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the
setting screen.
To configure display language and clock settings
• Be sure to configure the following settings
before using the camera to record images.
See page 44 for details.
1
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

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To record an image
See page 48 for details.
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1. Press [ ] (REC).
2. Press [MENU].
3. Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “REC” tab.
4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “REC Mode”, and then
press [왘].
5. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ Snapshot”, and then
press [SET].
• This causes “ ” (Snapshot mode) to appear on the monitor
screen.
6. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor
screen to compose the image, and then press the
shutter button half way.
• When the camera finishes its Auto Focus operation, the focus
frame will turn green and the operation lamp will light green.
7. Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter
button all the way down.
7
2
6
1
3,4,5
1200
1200
1600
1600
NORMAL
NORMAL
10
10
04/
04/
12
12
/24
24
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12
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58
IN
1 / 1000
1 / 1000
F4.0
F4.0
Operation lamp
Focus frame
Snapshot mode icon

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1. Press [ ] (PLAY).
2. Press [왔] ( ).
3. Use [왗] and [왘] to display the image you want to
delete.
4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Delete”.
• To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything,
select “Cancel”.
5. Press [SET] to delete the image.
To delete an image
See page 124 for details.
1. Press [ ] (PLAY).
2. Use [왗] and [왘] to scroll through the
images.
To view a recorded image
See page 107 for details.
1
2
1
2, 3, 4, 5

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GETTING READY
This section contains information about things you need to
know about and do before trying to use the camera.
About This Manual
This section contains information about the conventions
used in this manual.
■Terminology
The following table defines the terminology used in this
manual.
This term as used in this
manual:
“camera”
“file memory”
“battery”
“charger”
Means this:
The CASIO EX-S100 Digital
Camera
The location where the
camera is currently storing
images you record (page 50)
The NP-20 Rechargeable
Lithium Ion Battery
The optionally available CASIO
BC-10L charger
■Button Operations
Button operations are indicated by the button name inside
of brackets ([ ]).
■On-screen Text
On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation
marks (“ ”).
■Supplementary Information
•IMPORTANT! indicates very important
information you need to know in order to use the camera
correctly.
•NOTE indicates information that is useful when
operating the camera.
This term as used in this
manual: Means this:
“digital noise”
“a REC mode”
Tiny flecks or “snow” in a
recorded image or on the
monitor screen, which makes
the image look grainy.
The currently selected
recording mode (Snapshot,
BESTSHOT, Movie, Voice
Recording, Audio Snapshot)