Casio Exilim EX-S10 User Manual

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K1100PCM1DMX
Digital Camera
User’s Guide

Casio Exilim EX-S10 Specifications

General

Megapixel	10 MP
Camera type	Compact camera
Sensor type	CCD
Image sensor size	1/2.3 \
Maximum image resolution	3648 x 2736 pixels
Digital zoom	4 x
Optical zoom	3 x
Focal length range	6.3 - 18.9 mm
Digital SLR	No
Built-in flash	Yes
Power consumption (typical)	4.2 W
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	36 - 108 mm
Auto focusing (AF) modes	continuous auto focus, multi point auto focus, spot auto focus
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity	50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Light exposure modes	Auto
Internal memory	11.8 MB
Compatible memory cards	mmc, sd
Video formats supported	MOV
Maximum video resolution	848 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal	2.7 \
Display resolution (numeric)	959 pixels
I/O ports	A/V
USB version	2.0
Image editing	resizing, rotating, trimming
White balance	auto, daylight, Fluorescent, manual, Shade, Tungsten
Camera playback	movie, single image, slide show
Self-timer delay	10 s
Playback zoom (max)	8 x
Product color	Black
Number of batteries supported	1
Flash modes	auto, Flash off

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	14.9 mm
Width	94 mm
Height	54.5 mm
Weight	112.5 g

Summary

Quick Start Basics

First, charge the battery prior to use.

Instructions on how to charge the camera's battery before initial use.

To charge the battery

Detailed steps for charging the camera's battery.

To load the battery

Instructions on how to properly insert the battery into the camera.

Configuring the Display Language the First Time You Turn On the Camera

Guide for initial camera setup including language and date/time.

To load a memory card

Step-by-step instructions for inserting a memory card.

To format (initialize) a new memory card

Guide on how to format a memory card before first use.

To shoot a snapshot

Basic procedure for taking a photograph with the camera.

Turning the Camera On and Off

Steps for powering the camera on and off.

To turn power on

Steps to power on the camera for operation.

To turn off the camera

Steps to properly power off the camera.

Recording Movie Images and Audio

To record a movie

Instructions for recording video footage with the camera, including audio.

Using BEST SHOT

To shoot an image with BEST SHOT

Step-by-step guide to using the BEST SHOT feature for optimal photos.

Advanced Settings

Using On-screen Menus

General guide on navigating the camera's menu system for settings.

REC Mode Settings (REC)

Settings related to the recording mode.

Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus)

Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement (Anti Shake)

Image Quality Settings (Quality)

Specifying Snapshot Size (Size)

Specifying Snapshot Image Quality (Quality (Snapshot))

Specifying Movie Image Quality (Quality (Movie))

Controlling White Balance (White Balance)

Using the Camera with a Computer

Save images to a computer and view them there

Using the Camera with a Windows Computer

Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer

Save images to a computer automatically/Manage images

Configuring Monitor Screen Settings

Using the On-screen Histogram to Check Exposure (+Histogram)

Appendix

Precautions during Use

General safety guidelines and warnings for camera operation.

Avoid Use While In Motion

Warnings against using the camera while moving or operating vehicles.

Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light

Warning about looking at the sun through the viewfinder.

Flash

Precautions related to using the camera's flash unit.

Monitor Screen

Precautions for handling and caring for the camera's monitor screen.

Connections

Warnings about connecting unspecified external devices.

Transport

Precautions for operating the camera in restricted environments.

Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities

Actions to take if the camera exhibits unusual symptoms like smoke or heat.

Water and Foreign Matter

Precautions regarding exposure to liquids or foreign objects.

Dropping and Rough Treatment

Warnings against using the camera after it has been dropped or roughly handled.

Keep Away From Fire

Warning about exposing the camera to fire.

Disassembly and Modification

Warning against disassembling or modifying the camera.

Locations To Be Avoided

Guidance on environments to avoid when using the camera.

Backing Up Important Data

Recommendation to create backups of important data.

Memory Protection

Precautions when replacing the battery to protect memory data.

Rechargeable Battery

Safety precautions and guidelines for using the rechargeable battery.

Power Supply

Data Error Precautions

Operating Environment

Charger Unit Handling Precautions

Safety guidelines for using the battery charger unit.

Troubleshooting

Power Supply

Troubleshooting issues related to the camera not powering on or shutting down unexpectedly.

Image Recording

Troubleshooting problems encountered during image capture.

Playback

Troubleshooting issues encountered during image or movie playback.

Other

Troubleshooting for various issues like wrong date/time, language, or transfer errors.

Display Messages

ALERT

Explains the "ALERT" message, usually related to camera temperature.

Battery is low.

Information on the "Battery is low" message.

Cannot correct image!

Explains the "Cannot correct image" error, often related to keystone correction.

Cannot find the file.

Explains the "Cannot find the file" error, usually for slideshows.

Cannot register any more files.

Explains the "Cannot register any more files" error, related to BEST SHOT scenes.

Card ERROR

Explains the "Card ERROR" message and troubleshooting steps.

Check connections!

Explains the "Check connections" message, related to USB or printer connections.

Files could not be saved because battery is low.

Explains the error when files fail to save due to low battery.

Folder cannot be created.

Explains the error when trying to create new folders.

LENS ERROR

Explains the "LENS ERROR" message and recommended actions.

Load paper!

Explains the "Load paper" message during printing.

Memory Full

Explains the "Memory Full" message and how to free up space.

Printing Error

Explains various printing error messages.

Record Error

Explains "Record Error" related to image compression.

RETRY POWER ON

Explains the "RETRY POWER ON" message, often due to lens obstruction.

SYSTEM ERROR

Explains the "SYSTEM ERROR" message indicating camera corruption.

The card is locked.

Explains the message when the memory card is locked.

There are no files.

Explains the "There are no files" message.

There are no printing images.

Explains the message when no images are set for printing.

There is no image to register.

Explains the message when an image cannot be registered as a BEST SHOT scene.

This card is not formatted.

Explains the "This card is not formatted" message.

This file cannot be played.

Explains the "This file cannot be played" error.

This function cannot be used.

Explains the "This function cannot be used" error.