Pentax Optio E50 Manual do Utilizador

To ensure the best performancefrom your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.Digital CameraOperating Manual

8Changing the Video Output Format...129Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor...

985Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can protect stored images and sound files from being accidentally deleted.1 Press the four-way controller (3) i

995Playing Back and Deleting Images1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode.The Playback Mode Palette appears.2 Use the four-way controller (2345

1006Editing and Printing ImagesEditing and Printing ImagesEditing ImagesBy changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file si

1016Editing and Printing Images4 Press the 4 button.The screen for choosing the size and quality appears.5 Select [Recorded Pixels] and [Quality Level

1026Editing and Printing ImagesYou can delete the unwanted part of a picture and save the cropped image as a new image.1 Enter the Q mode and use the

1036Editing and Printing ImagesYou can copy images and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. This function can on

1046Editing and Printing ImagesSelected images and sound files from the SD Memory Card are copied to the built-in memory one at a time.4 Use the four-

1056Editing and Printing ImagesYou can change the color tone of taken images or give them digital effect without a PC. Select a digital filter from B&

1066Editing and Printing ImagesYou can change the brightness of taken images without a PC.1 Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to c

1076Editing and Printing ImagesYou can add a frame to taken pictures. You can use the frames stored in your camera, and new frames downloaded from web

9This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below.Composition of th

1086Editing and Printing Images7 Press the 4 button.The frame position and size adjustment screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to adjus

1096Editing and Printing ImagesYou can compensate the “red-eye” in flash pictures.1 Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose th

1106Editing and Printing ImagesSetting the Printing Service (DPOF)DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is the format for storing print order data on stil

1116Editing and Printing Images5 Press the 4 button.The message [DPOF setting for this image] appears. To make DPOF settings for another image, use th

1126Editing and Printing ImagesWhen you choose the number of copies and whether or not to insert the date, the settings are applied to all the images

1136Editing and Printing ImagesPrinting Using PictBridgeBy connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the supplied USB/AV cable

1146Editing and Printing Images1 In the printing mode selection screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select [Single Image].2 Press the 4 button

1156Editing and Printing Images9 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the paper size.You can only choose a size that is supported by your prin

1166Editing and Printing Images1 In the printing mode selection screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select [All Images].2 Press the 4 button.T

1176Editing and Printing Images1 In the printing mode selection screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select [DPOF AUTOPRINT].2 Press the 4 butt

10Camera FeaturesThe Optio E50 features a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. Here we briefly describe how to make the most of the

1187Recording and Playing Back SoundRecording and Playing Back SoundRecording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)You can record sound with the camera. The mi

1197Recording and Playing Back Sound4Press the shutter release button fully.Recording starts. The power lamp blinks during recording.You can record so

1207Recording and Playing Back SoundPlaying Back SoundYou can play back the sound files you made in O mode.1 Press the Q button.2Use the four-way cont

1218SettingsSettingsCamera SettingsFormatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card.All the data in the built-in memory will be deleted if no

1228SettingsYou can adjust the volume of operation sounds and change the type of sound.1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound] on the [H

1238Settings7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [1], [2], [3] or [Off] and press 4 button.The selected sound type is saved.8 Set [Shutter Sou

1248SettingsYou can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the style in which the date appears on the camera.1 Use the four-way c

1258Settings7 Press the four-way controller (5).The frame returns to [Date Style].8 Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [Date].9 Pres

1268SettingsYou can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed.You can choose from English, French, German, Spanish, P

1278SettingsYou can change the image folder name from the standard name or the date that pictures were taken. When [Date] is selected, pictures are sa

11With the Optio E50, you can add a fancy frame when taking a picture of a child or your pet, for example. (p.57) You can also add frames to pictures

1288SettingsChoose the appropriate USB connection mode depending on whether you are going to connect the USB/AV cable to a PC or a PictBridge-compatib

1298SettingsWhen you connect the camera to AV equipment, choose the appropriate video output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking and playing back images.1

1308SettingsYou can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor for easy viewing. It is useful when you view the LCD monitor outdoors or in brighter plac

1318SettingsYou can save battery power by setting the LCD monitor to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time. After the

1328SettingsYou can set the camera to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time.1 Use the four-way controller (23) to sel

1338SettingsYou can set to display or hide guides when the mode is selected in Capture Mode Palette (p.45) and Playback Mode Palette (p.47).1 Use the

1348SettingsYou can reset the camera settings to their defaults. Refer to “Default Settings” (p.136) for the reset settings.1 Use the four-way control

1358SettingsYou can choose an image to be displayed as the start-up screen when the camera is turned on.1 Press the Q button.The camera enters Q mode.

1369AppendixAppendixDefault SettingsThe table below lists the factory default settings.The meaning of the indications for menu items with a default se

1379Appendix [u Setting] Menu Items Playback Mode Palette ItemsDate Imprint P (Off) Yes Yes p.78Item Default SettingLast Memory SettingReset Setting

12FrontBackNames of PartsShutter release buttonFlashLensStrap lugPower switchMicrophoneSelf-timer lampDC coupler cable coverLCD monitorBattery/card co

1389Appendix Key OperationItem Function Default SettingLast Memory SettingReset SettingPageQ button Operation Mode Q mode — — —Zoom/w/x buttonZoom Po

1399AppendixFunctions Available for Each Shooting ModeYes: Can be set and function is available.- : Fixed setting. Cannot be changed.# : Can be set bu

1409AppendixOptional AccessoriesA number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.AC adapter kit K-AC62This kit includes the DC coupler

1419AppendixMessagesMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor during camera operation.Battery depletedThe batteries are exhausted.

1429AppendixMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor when using the PictBridge function.Green mode must be canceled to use this fu

1439AppendixTroubleshootingProblem Cause RemedyThe camera will not turn onThe batteries are not installedCheck if the batteries are installed. If not,

1449AppendixVery occasionally, static electricity may cause camera malfunction. In this case, remove the battery and install it again. If the camera i

1459AppendixMain SpecificationsApproximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time Still PictureType Fully automatic compact digital still camera wi

1469AppendixThe image storage capacity is for reference only. The actual image storage capacity may vary depending on the SD Memory Card and the subje

1479AppendixFocus Modes Autofocus, Macro, Infinity, Pan FocusAF type TTL contrast detection system by sensor(multiple/spot/continuous changeable)Shoot

13Names of Operating PartsRefer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.36 - p.39) for an explanation of the function of each button.Shutter releas

1489AppendixBattery Life(When using AA alkaline batteries)Number of Recordable ImagesXX pictures* Recording capacity shows approximate number of shots

1499AppendixWARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects

1509Appendix• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights.• The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in

1519AppendixFor customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

1529AppendixDeclaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: PENTAX Imaging CompanyA Di

1539AppendixInformation on disposal for users1. In the European UnionIf your product is marked with this symbol, it means that used electrical/electro

1549AppendixIndexSymbols[A Rec. Mode] menu ...43A mode (Capture mode) ...31, 36Q button ...

1559AppendixFFace Recognition AF&AE ...46File No. ...79Flash ...70Flash Off a ..

1569AppendixSetting the exposure ...73Shooting information ...74, 85Shutter release button ...32, 36, 38Sl

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14Normal Display in Still Picture Capture ModeThe display shows information such as the shooting conditions.Full Display in Still Picture Capture Mode

15Full Display in Still Picture Playback Mode (All of the indications are displayed here for explanatory purposes.)The display shows information such

161Getting StartedGetting StartedChecking the Contents of the PackageCheck that your camera comes complete with the items listed below.Items marked wi

171Getting StartedAttaching the StrapAttach the strap (O-ST62) supplied with the camera.1 Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug.2 Pas

Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera.Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features a

181Getting StartedPowering the CameraInstall the batteries into the camera. Use two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH, or AA nickel manganese batterie

191Getting Started• Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time(at 23°C with the LCD monitor on and fresh AA alkaline batteries inserted)*1: Recording ca

201Getting StartedUse of the AC adapter kit K-AC62 (optional) with a household power supply is recommended if you intend to use the camera for a long

211Getting Started• Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.• Make sure that the AC plug cord and th

221Getting StartedInstalling the SD Memory CardThis camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card. (Both cards are referred to as SD Mem

231Getting Started1 Open the battery/card cover.Slide the battery/card cover in the direction 1. The cover will automatically open in the direction 2

241Getting StartedPrecautions When Using an SD Memory Card•The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prot

251Getting StartedSelect [Recorded Pixels] and [Quality Level] for still images according to how the images will be used.For [Recorded Pixels], [8M],

261Getting StartedTurning the Camera On and Off1Press the power switch.The LCD monitor turns on and the lens extends. The camera turns on in A mode (C

271Getting StartedYou can start the Optio E50 in Playback mode with the lens retracted.This is useful when you want to play back saved images and soun

1We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with th

281Getting StartedInitial SettingsSet the language, time and date before you start taking pictures for the first time.The [Language/ ] screen appears

291Getting StartedSet the current date and time and the display style.1 Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy].2 Use the four

301Getting Started• If you press the 4 button in Step 9, the camera clock is reset to 00 seconds. To set the exact time, press the 4 button when the t

312Quick StartQuick StartTaking Still PicturesThe standard procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The flash discharges automatically

322Quick Start4 Press the shutter release button fully.The picture is taken.The image appears on the LCD monitor for 2 seconds (Instant Review) and is

332Quick StartQuick StartPlaying Back Still Pictures1Press the Q button after taking a picture.The image appears on the LCD monitor. In this manual, t

342Quick StartYou can rotate the displayed image. This is useful when you view images taken vertically.1 Press the Q button after taking a picture.The

352Quick Start1 Press the i button when playing back an image.The screen for deleting the image appears.2 Press the four-way controller (2) to select

363Common OperationsCommon OperationsUnderstanding the Button Functions1 Power switchTurns the camera off. (p.26)2 Shutter release buttonFocuses on th

373Common Operations5 Four-way controller(2) : Changes the drive mode. (p.75, p.76)(3) : Displays the Capture Mode Palette. (p.45)(4) : Changes the fl

2 Caution• Never try to disassemble or short the batteries. Also, do not dispose of the batteries in a fire, as they may explode.• Do not charge any b

383Common Operations1 Power switchTurns the camera off. (p.26)2 Shutter release buttonSwitches to A mode when pressed halfway. (p.33)3 Zoom/f/y button

393Common Operations5 Four-way controller(2) : Plays back and pauses a movie or sound file. (p.91, p.120)(3) : Displays the Playback Mode Palette. (p.

403Common OperationsUsing the MenuPress the 3 button to display the menu on the LCD monitor. Press the 3 button in A mode to show the [A Rec. Mode] me

413Common OperationsEx.) To set the [Quality Level] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Press the

423Common Operations6 Press the shutter release button halfway.The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status.When the shutter release

433Common OperationsThis displays the items that can be set with the menus and provides descriptions of each item. See the list of default settings in

443Common Operations[H Setting] MenuItem Description PageFormat For formatting the SD Memory Card or built-in memory p.121SoundFor adjusting the playb

453Common OperationsUsing the Mode PalettesPress the four-way controller (3) to display the Mode Palette on the LCD monitor. There are two different M

463Common Operations< Flower modeFor capturing brightly colored flowers. Reproduces the outline of the flower softly.–I Portrait modeFor capturing

473Common OperationsPlayback Mode PaletteItem Description PageuSlideshowFor continuously playing back images. Screen or Sound effects can be set.p.89n

3 Caution• Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to exce

484Taking PicturesTaking PicturesTaking Pictures in a Selected ModeAvailable in In mode, you can enjoy easy picture taking just by pressing the Gree

494Taking Pictures* The settings in (Green Mode) are as shown below.*1 Can be set to a (Flash Off)*2 Can be set to g (10 sec. Self-timer) or Z (2

504Taking PicturesAvailable in bIn b (Auto Picture mode), when you press the shutter release button, the camera selects the most appropriate mode from

514Taking PicturesAvailable in RIn R (Program mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However,

524Taking PicturesAvailable in I In I (Portrait mode) and (Kids mode), “Face Recognition AF&AE” is activated. This function recognizes faces, fo

534Taking PicturesThe size and location of the focus frame change while the camera continues to adjust the focus on the moving subject’s face.4 Press

544Taking PicturesAvailable in E F F H G GIn E (Pet mode), you can select the appropriate pet color from white, black and in between according to your

554Taking PicturesAvailable in AIn A (Night Scene mode), you can choose settings appropriate for taking pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes.1

564Taking PicturesAvailable in cc (Digital SR mode) allows you to set the sensitivity higher than other modes to reduce camera shake and blurring. Use

574Taking PicturesAvailable in YIn Y (Frame Composite mode), you can display frames stored in your camera, and take a picture with a selected frame.1

4• As this camera is not waterproof, do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or any other liquid.• Ensure that the camera

584Taking Pictures7 Press the shutter release button halfway.The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns green if the subject is in focus.8 Press the shu

594Taking PicturesAvailable in In (Digital Panorama Mode), you can stitch 2 or 3 frames taken in sequence into a panoramic scene.1 Press the four-wa

604Taking Pictures5 Pan the camera to the right and take the second frame.Be sure to make the “overlay” cover the same position in the second frame wh

614Taking Pictures• Focus, exposure, drive mode and zoom position used for all images in the panorama sequence are those set for the first frame.• You

624Taking PicturesTaking Pictures with Customized SettingsAvailable in b R A q < I i \ c ESelect Recorded Pixels for still pictures according to h

634Taking Pictures3 Press the four-way controller (5).A pull-down menu appears.4 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of recorded pix

644Taking PicturesAvailable in b R A q < I i \ c E Select the quality (data compression ratio) for still images according to how the images will b

654Taking Pictures6 Press the 3 button.The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.In Y mode, quality level is fixed at D.Approximat

664Taking PicturesAvailable in b R A d q < I i \ c E YYou can zoom in and out to change the captured area.1 Press the Zoom button in A mode.x T

674Taking PicturesAvailable in b R A d q < I i \ c E YSelect a focus mode according to the distance between the camera and the subject.Focus Mo

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684Taking PicturesWhen you have difficulty in auto focusing on a subject, try the procedures below.1 Find alternate subject that is in the same distan

694Taking PicturesAvailable in R A d q < I i \ c E YYou can change the auto focus area.AF Mode1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] me

704Taking PicturesAvailable in b R A q < I i \ c E YFlash ModesSelecting the Flash Mode,AutoThe flash discharges automatically depending on the

714Taking Pictures1 Press the four-way controller (4) in A mode.The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed. You can also change the settin

724Taking PicturesAvailable in b R A q < I i \ E YYou can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.Sensitivity1 Press th

734Taking PicturesAvailable in R A d q < I i \ c E YYou can adjust the overall brightness of the picture.Use this function to take pictures that

744Taking PicturesDoing More with Useful Functions In A mode, you can change the display of shooting information by pressing the 4/W button. For the m

754Taking PicturesAvailable in b R A d q < I i \ c E YIn Self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter rel

764Taking PicturesAvailable in R q < I i \ c EYou can take several pictures continuously.1 Press the four-way controller (2) in A mode.2Use the fo

774Taking Pictures• In Continuous Shooting and 16-frame shooting, the flash does not discharge.• The Continuous Shooting and the 16-frame shooting are

6Using the Mode Palettes ...45How to Select the Modes...

784Taking PicturesAvailable in b R A q < I i \ c E YYou can imprint the shooting date on pictures.1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode

794Taking PicturesThe Memory function is for saving the current camera settings even when the camera is turned off.For some camera settings, the Memor

804Taking Pictures1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory].3 Press the fo

814Taking PicturesRecording MoviesAvailable in dWhen you record movies, sound is recorded at the same time.1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mo

824Taking Pictures3 Press the 4 button.d mode is selected and the camera is ready for recording movies.The following information appears on the LCD mo

834Taking PicturesAvailable in dYou can select [Recorded Pixels] and [Frame Rate] for your movies.1 Press the 3 button in A mode.[A Rec. Mode] menu ap

844Taking Pictures5 Press the four-way controller (5).The pull-down menu appears.6 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the recorded pixels.Reco

855Playing Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back Images on the CameraTo play back still pictures, press Q button in A m

865Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can display nine captured images on the LCD monitor at a time.1 In Q mode, press f on the Zoom button.A page co

875Playing Back and Deleting ImagesIn nine-image display, press f on the Zoom button to switch to folder display or calendar display. Press the Green

7Slideshow ...89Playing Back Movies ...

885Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can magnify an image up to ×8. A guide showing the center of the magnified portion of the image appears on the

895Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can play back recorded images one after another.1 Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choo

905Playing Back and Deleting Images3 Press the 4 button.The screen for setting the slideshow conditions appears.4 Use the four-way controller (23) to

915Playing Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back MoviesYou can play back the movies you have taken. Sound is played back at the same time.1 Enter the Q

925Playing Back and Deleting Images3 Press the four-way controller (3).Playback stops.• You can play back images taken with the 16-frame shooting func

935Playing Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back Images on a TVBy connecting your camera to a TV or other AV equipment using the supplied USB/AV cable,

945Playing Back and Deleting ImagesDeleting Images and Sound FilesDelete images and sounds that are with mistakes or unnecessary.You can delete a sing

955Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can delete several images/sound files selected from the nine-image display at once.1 In Q mode, press f on the

965Playing Back and Deleting Images4 Press the i button.A confirmation dialog appears.5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Select & Delet

975Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can delete all the images and sound files at once.1 Press the i button twice in Q mode.A confirmation dialog ap