Sony DSC-T200 Cyber-shot® User manual

© 2007 Sony Corporation 3-219-480-11(1) GB
Digital Still Camera
Cyber-shot Handbook
DSC-T70/T75/T200
Before operating the unit, please read this
Handbook thoroughly together with the
“Instruction Manual” and the “Cyber-shot
Step-up Guide”, and retain them for future
reference.
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Table of contents
Basic Operations
Using functions for
shooting
Using functions for
viewing
Customizing the settings
Viewing images on a TV
Using your computer
Printing still images
Troubleshooting
Others
Index

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Notes on using your camera
Notes on the types of “Memory Stick”
that can be used (not supplied)
“Memory Stick Duo”:
you can use a “Memory
Stick Duo” with your
camera.
“Memory Stick”:
you cannot use a
“Memory Stick”
with your camera.
Other memory cards cannot be used.
• For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see
page 121.
When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with
“Memory Stick” compatible equipment
You can use the “Memory Stick Duo” by
inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo
Adaptor (not supplied).
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor
Notes on the battery pack
• Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using
the camera for the first time.
• The battery pack can be charged even if it is not
completely discharged. Also, even if the battery
pack is not fully charged, you can use the
partially charged capacity of the battery pack as
is.
• If you do not intend to use the battery pack for a
long time, use up the existing charge and
remove it from your camera, then store it in a
cool, dry place. This is to maintain the battery
pack functions.
• For details on the usable battery pack, see
page 123.
Carl Zeiss lens
This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss
lens which is capable of reproducing sharp
images with excellent contrast.
The lens for this camera has been produced
under a quality assurance system certified
by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality
standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.
Notes on the LCD screen and lens
• The LCD screen is manufactured using
extremely high-precision technology so over
99.99% of the pixels are operational for
effective use. However, there may be some tiny
black points and/or bright points (white, red,
blue or green in color) that constantly appear on
the LCD screen. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
• If water droplets or other liquids splash on the
LCD screen and make it wet, immediately wipe
off the screen with a soft cloth. Leaving liquids
on the LCD screen surface can harm the quality
and cause a malfunction.
• Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to direct
sunlight for long periods may cause
malfunctions. Be careful when placing the
camera near a window or outdoors.
• Do not press against the LCD screen. The screen
may be discolored and that may cause a
malfunction.
• Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a
cold location. This is not a malfunction.
• Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful
not to apply force to it.
Black, white, red, blue
or green points

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Notes on using your camera
The pictures used in this Handbook
The photographs used as examples of pictures in
this Handbook are reproduced images, and are not
actual images shot using this camera.
On illustrations
Illustrations used in this Handbook are of
DSC-T200 unless noted otherwise.

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Table of contents
Notes on using your camera..................................................................... 2
Basic techniques for better images........................................................... 8
Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully..................................................... 8
Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity........................................................... 10
Color – On the effects of lighting ..................................................................... 11
Quality – On “image quality” and “image size” ............................................... 12
Flash – On using the flash ............................................................................... 14
Identifying parts....................................................................................... 15
Indicators on the screen..........................................................................17
Operate the touch panel ......................................................................... 22
Changing the screen display................................................................... 23
Using the internal memory...................................................................... 25
Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) ................................... 26
Setting Image size/Self-timer/Flash mode/Macro recording ........................... 28
Setting Focus/Metering Mode/ISO/EV ............................................................. 30
Viewing images....................................................................................... 35
Deleting images ...................................................................................... 37
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu ....................................... 39
Menu items ............................................................................................. 42
Switching the shooting mode .................................................................. 43
Shooting images using Scene Selection................................................. 44
Shooting menu........................................................................................ 47
REC Mode: Selecting the continuous shooting method
EV: Adjusting the light intensity
Focus: Changing the focus method
Metering Mode: Selecting the metering mode
White Balance: Adjusting the color tones
Color Mode: Changing the vividness of the image or adding special effects
Flash Level: Adjusting the amount of flash light
Red Eye Reduction: Reducing the red-eye phenomenon
Face Detection: Detecting the face of subject
SteadyShot: Selecting the anti-blur mode
Setup: Selecting the shooting settings
Basic Operations
Using functions for shooting

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Table of contents
Playing back images from the HOME screen .............................54
(Single Image): Playing back a single image
(Image Index): Playing back a list of images
(Slideshow): Playing back a series of images
Viewing menu......................................................................................57
(Retouch): Retouching still images
(Paint): Painting on still images
(Multi Resizing): Changing the image size according to usage
(Wide Zoom Display): Displaying still images in 16:9
(Slideshow): Playing back a series of images
(Delete): Deleting images
(Protect): Preventing accidental erasure
: Adding a Print order mark
(Print): Printing images using a printer
(Rotate): Rotating a still image
(Select Folder): Selecting the folder for viewing images
(Volume Settings): Adjusting the volume
Painting or putting stamps on still images (Paint)......................65
Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings ........67
Manage Memory ..........................................................................68
Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool..................................................68
Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool .............................................70
Format
Settings ..........................................................................................71
Main Settings — Main Settings 1......................................................71
Main Settings — Main Settings 2......................................................73
Using functions for viewing
Customizing the settings
Format
Create REC.Folder
Change REC.Folder
Copy
Beep
Function Guide
Initialize
Calibration
Housing
USB Connect
COMPONENT
Video Out
TV TYPE

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Table of contents
Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 1......................................... 75
Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2......................................... 78
Clock Settings................................................................................... 79
Language Setting ............................................................................. 80
Viewing images on a TV ......................................................................... 81
Viewing images by connecting your camera to a TV with the supplied cable for
multi-use terminal ............................................................................................ 81
Viewing an image by connecting your camera to a HD TV.............................83
Enjoying your Windows computer........................................................... 85
Installing the software (supplied) ............................................................ 87
On the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)............................................ 89
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” .... 90
Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser” .......... 94
Viewing image files stored on a computer with the camera copying to the
“Memory Stick Duo” ................................................................................ 96
Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied)..................................................... 97
Using your Macintosh computer ............................................................. 98
Viewing “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” .................................................... 100
How to print still images........................................................................ 101
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer ............... 102
Printing at a shop.................................................................................. 105
Viewing images on a TV
Using your computer
Printing still images
AF Illuminator
Grid Line
AF Mode
Digital Zoom
Auto Orientation
Auto Review
Smile Level

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Table of contents
Troubleshooting.....................................................................................107
Warning indicators and messages ........................................................117
Using your camera abroad — Power sources.......................................120
On the “Memory Stick Duo”...................................................................121
On the battery pack ...............................................................................123
On the battery charger ..........................................................................124
On Cyber-shot Station...........................................................................125
Index......................................................................................................127
Troubleshooting
Others
Index

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Basic techniques for better images
When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically
(Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t[Focus] (page 31)
If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake. tSee
“Hints for preventing blur” (as follows).
Focus Focusing on a subject successfully
Press the shutter
button fully down
suddenly.
Press the shutter
button halfway
down.
AE/AF lock indicator
flashing , lit/beeps
Then press the
shutter button
fully down.
Focus Exposure Color Quality
This section describes the basics so you can
enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use
various camera functions such as the HOME
screen (page 39), the menus (page 41), and so
on.
Flash

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Basic techniques for better images
Hints for preventing blur
The camera moved accidentally when you took the picture. This is called “Camera shake.”
On the other hand, if the subject moved when you took the picture, it is called “subject
blur.”
Camera shake
Cause
Your hands or body shake while you hold the
camera and press the shutter button, and the entire
screen is blurred.
What you can do to reduce the blurring
• Use a tripod or place the camera on a flat, stable
surface to hold the camera steady.
• Shoot with a 2-second delay self-timer and
stabilize your camera by holding your shooting
arm firmly at your side after pressing the shutter
button.
Subject blur
Cause
Even though the camera is steady, the subject
moves during the exposure so the subject looks
blurred when the shutter button is pressed.
What you can do to reduce the blurring
• Select (High Sensitivity) mode in Scene
Selection.
• Select a higher ISO sensitivity to make the
shutter speed faster, and press the shutter button
before the subject moves.
Notes
• The anti-blur function is enabled in the factory default settings so that the camera shake is reduced
automatically. However, this is not effective for subject blur.
• Besides, camera shake and subject blur occur frequently under low-light or slow shutter speed
conditions, such as those encountered in (Twilight) or (Twilight Portrait) mode. In that case,
shoot with the above tips in mind.

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Basic techniques for better images
You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is
the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.
Exposure Adjusting the light intensity
Overexposure
= too much light
Whitish image
The exposure is automatically set to the
proper value in the auto adjustment mode.
However, you can adjust it manually using
the functions below.
Adjusting EV:
Allows you to adjust the exposure
determined by the camera (pages 24, 34).
Metering Mode:
Allows you to change the part of the
subject to be measured to determine the
exposure (page 33).
Correct exposure
Underexposure
= too little light
Darker image
Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives
light
Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass
through
ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure
Index)
= Recording sensitivity
Exposure:

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Basic techniques for better images
Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)
ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that
receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO
sensitivity.
To adjust the ISO sensitivity, see page 34.
The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.
Example: The color of an image affected by light sources
The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode.
However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Balance] (page 49).
High ISO sensitivity
Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location, reducing
blur with a high shutter speed.
However, the image tends to become noisy.
Low ISO sensitivity
Records a smoother image.
However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become darker.
Color On the effects of lighting
Weather/lighting Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent
Characteristics of
light
White (standard) Bluish Green-tinged Reddish

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Basic techniques for better images
A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels.
If it contains a large number of pixels, the picture becomes large, it takes up more memory,
and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels.
Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data
processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Description of the pixels and the image size
Selecting the image size for use (page 13)
Quality On “image quality” and “image size”
1Image size: 8M
3264 pixels × 2448 pixels = 7,990,272 pixels
2Image size: VGA
640 pixels × 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels
Many pixels (Fine
image quality and
large file size)
Example: Printing in
up to A3 size
Few pixels (Rough
image quality but
small file size)
Example: An attached
image to be sent by
e-mail
Pixels
Pixel

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Basic techniques for better images
The default settings are marked with .
*1 Images are recorded in 3:2 aspect ratio, same as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc.
*2 Both edges of the image may be cut off when printing (page 114).
• The larger the image size, the higher the image quality.
• The more frames per second you played back, the smoother playback can be.
Image size Guidelines No. of images Printing
8M
(3264×2448)
For prints up to A3(11×17") Less
More
Fine
Rough
3:2*1
(3264×2176)
Shoot in 3:2 aspect ratio
5M
(2592×1944)
For prints up to A4(8.5×11")
3M
(2048×1536)
For prints up to 10×15 cm
(4×6") or 13×18 cm(5×7")
VGA
(640×480)
Shoot at small image size for
e-mail attachments
16:9*2
(1920×1080)
Shoot in HDTV aspect ratio
Movie image size Frame/Second Usage guidelines
640(Fine)
(640×480)
Approx. 30 Shoot high quality movie for display on TV
640(Standard)
(640×480)
Approx. 17 Shoot standard quality movie for display on
TV
320 (320×240) Approx. 8 Shoot at small image size for e-mail
attachments

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Basic techniques for better images
The eyes of the subject may come out red, or fuzzy white circular spots may appear when
using the flash. These phenomena can be reduced by taking the following steps.
The “Red-eye phenomenon”
This is caused by the reflection of flash light off the blood vessels of the retina of the subject’s
eyes because the pupils of the subject’s eyes are wide open in a dark place.
How can the “Red-eye phenomenon” be reduced?
• Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On] (page 52).
• Select (High Sensitivity)*mode in Scene Selection (page 44). (The flash is turned off automatically.)
• When the eyes of the subject turn out red, correct the image with [Retouch] on the viewing menu
(page 57) or with the supplied software “Picture Motion Browser”.
The “White circular spots”
This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air, which when they are close to the lens,
can be accentuated by the camera’s flash.
How can the “White circular spots” be reduced?
• Light the room and shoot the subject without a flash.
• Select (High Sensitivity)* mode in Scene Selection. (The flash is turned off automatically.)
*Even though you selected (High Sensitivity) mode in Scene Selection, the shutter speed might be
slower under low-light conditions, or in a dark place. In that case, use a tripod or hold your shooting arm
firmly at your side after pressing the shutter button.
Flash On using the flash
Camera Eye
Retina
Camera
Subject
Particles (dust,
pollen, etc.) in
the air

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Identifying parts
DSC-T200
See the pages in parentheses for details of
operation.
AZoom (W/T) lever (28)
BShutter button (27)
CMicrophone
D(Playback) button (35)
EPOWER button/POWER lamp
FFlash (29)
GLens
HAF illuminator (75)/Self-timer lamp
(28)/Smile shutter lamp (46)
ILens cover
ALCD screen/Touch panel (22, 23)
BHook for wrist strap/Grip
CSpeaker
DBattery insertion slot
EMulti connector
Used in the following situations:
• Making a USB connection between the
camera and the computer.
• Making a connection to audio/video input
jacks on a TV.
• Making a connection to a PictBridge
compliant printer.
FAccess lamp
G“Memory Stick Duo” slot
HBattery eject lever
IBattery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover
JTripod receptacle
• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than
5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to
firmly secure the camera to tripods having
screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and
may damage the camera.
Bottom

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Identifying parts
DSC-T70/T75
See the pages in parentheses for details of
operation.
APOWER button/POWER lamp
BZoom (W/T) lever (28)
CShutter button (27)
D(Playback) button (35)
EFlash (29)
FMicrophone
GLens
HAF illuminator (75)/Self-timer lamp
(28)/Smile shutter lamp (46)
ILens cover
ASpeaker
BLCD screen/Touch panel (22, 23)
CHook for wrist strap/Grip
DBattery insertion slot
EMulti connector
Used in the following situations:
• Making a USB connection between the
camera and the computer.
• Making a connection to audio/video input
jacks on a TV.
• Making a connection to a PictBridge
compliant printer.
FAccess lamp
G“Memory Stick Duo” slot
HBattery eject lever
IBattery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover
JTripod receptacle
• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than
5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to
firmly secure the camera to tripods having
screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and
may damage the camera.
Bottom

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Indicators on the screen
Touch [DISP] on the screen to change to
the display selection screen (page 23).
See the pages in parentheses for details of
operation.
When shooting still images
When shooting movies
Screen operation
You can change the settings by touching the
following: 1, 2, 3.
•Touching an icon displays the guide about
the touched item. To hide this guide,
touch [?] (page 22).
A
B
Display Indication
HOME Displays the HOME screen.
Image size settings (13)
Self-timer settings (28)
Shooting mode settings
(43)
Shooting mode (Scene
Selection) settings (44)
• Touch in the shooting
mode settings to select the
Scene Selection mode.
MENU Displays the MENU screen.
Display Indication
BACK Backs to the previous
screen.
This cancels the focusing
on the subject selected by
the touch operation.
Flash mode settings (29)
Macro/Close focus settings
(30)
DISP Changes the screen display.

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Indicators on the screen
C
Screen indicators
Screen indicators 4to 7show the
current setting status.
D
E
Display Indication
0.5m 1.0m
3.0m 7.0m
AF mode/focus preset
settings (31, 32)
• [0.5m] is available in the
DSC-T70/T75 only.
Metering mode settings
(33)
ISO number settings (34)
0EV Exposure Value settings
(34)
Display Indication
Battery remaining
[]5 Smile shutter (number of
still images)
Zoom scaling (28, 76)
Flash charging
C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display
(117)
Display Indication
SteadyShot (53)
• Displayed when the shutter
button is pressed halfway
down in the default settings.
Recording Media
(“Memory Stick Duo,”
internal memory)
Recording folder (68)
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
AF illuminator (75)
Vibration warning
• Indicates vibration may
prevent you from shooting
clear images due to
insufficient lighting. Even if
the vibration warning
appears, you can still shoot
images. However, we
recommend that you turn on
the anti-blur function, using
the flash for better lighting
or using a tripod or other
means to stabilize the
camera (page 9).
Self-timer (28)
96 Number of recordable
images
00:00:00 Recordable time (h:m:s)
Red-eye reduction (52)
Flash level (51)
Recording mode (47)
Face Detection (52)
Touch AF indicator (26)
Housing (72)
White balance (49)
Color mode (50)
Display Indication

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Indicators on the screen
F
G
Display Indication
AF range finder frame (31)
Low battery warning (117)
Histogram (24)
Display Indication
zAE/AF lock (27)
NR slow shutter
• When the shutter speed
drops below a certain speed
in low light conditions, the
NR (Noise Reduction) slow
shutter function is activated
automatically to reduce the
picture noise.
125 Shutter speed
F3.5 Aperture value
ISO400 ISO number (34)
+2.0EV Exposure Value (34)
Macro/Close focus (30)
• When [Display Setup] is set
to [Image Only], the current
settings are displayed.
Flash mode (29)
• When [Display Setup] is set
to [Image Only], the current
settings are displayed.
Standby
REC
Standby a movie/Recording
a movie
0:12 Recording time (m:s)

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Indicators on the screen
When playing back still images
When playing back movies
Screen operation
You can change the settings by touching the
following: 1, 2.
A
B
Screen indicators
Screen indicators 3to 5show the
current setting status.
C
Display Indication
HOME Displays the HOME screen.
Changes to index mode.
Plays back the slide show.
Deletes the image.
MENU Displays the MENU screen.
Selects the playback folder.
Returns to the single image
screen from the index
screen.
Display Indication
BACK Backs to the previous
screen.
Adjusts the volume (35).
xStop
NPlayback
/ Playback zoom (36)
Turns v/V/b/Bon/off.
Displays the previous/next
image.
m M Fast forward/Rewind
DISP Changes the screen display.
Display Indication
Battery remaining
Image size (13)
Check mark
Print order (DPOF) mark
(105)
Protect (61)
Playback zoom (36)
C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display
(117)