Casio EXILIM EX-ZR100 - User Manual

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Casio EXILIM EX-ZR100 Specifications

General

Megapixel	12.1 MP
Camera type	Compact camera
Sensor type	CMOS
Image stabilizer	Yes
Total megapixels	12.75 MP
Image sensor size	1/2.3 \
Image formats supported	JPG
Supported aspect ratios	3:2, 16:9
Maximum image resolution	4000 x 3000 pixels
Still image resolution(s)	640 x 480, 2048 x 1536, 2560 x 1920, 3264 x 2448, 3648 x 2736, 4000 x 2248, 4000 x 3000
Digital zoom	4 x
Optical zoom	12.5 x
Combined zoom	199.3 x
Focal length range	4.24 - 53 mm
Number of aspheric elements	1
Lens structure (elements/groups)	9/8
Digital SLR	No
Power source type	AC, Battery
Aperture range (F-F)	3 - 7.9
Camera shutter speed	1- 1/2000 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	24 - 300 mm
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Multi Point Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus
Macro focusing range (wide)	0.01 - 0.5 m
Auto Mode focusing range (wide)	0.05 - ∞ m
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity	100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Light exposure modes	Aperture priority AE, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light exposure control	Program AE
Light exposure correction	± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter type	Electronic, Mechanical
Flash modes	Auto, Flash off, Red-eye reduction
Scene modes	Close-up (macro), Panorama, Portrait, Self-portrait
Photo effects	-
White balance	Auto, Daylight, Fluorescent, Manual, Shade, Tungsten
Camera playback	Movie, Single image
Image processor	EXILIM Engine HS
Self-timer delay	2, 10 s
Camera file system	DCF 2.0, DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3
Video resolutions	640 x 480, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate	3 fps
Video formats supported	H.264, MOV
Maximum video resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels
Analog signal format system	NTSC, PAL
Internal memory	52.2 MB
Compatible memory cards	SD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view	100 %
Display diagonal	3 \
Display resolution	960 x 480 pixels
Display resolution (numeric)	460800 pixels
USB version	2.0
Product color	White
Battery type	NP-130
Cables included	AC, AV, USB

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	28.6 mm
Width	104.8 mm
Height	59.1 mm
Weight	165 g
Weight (including battery)	205 g

Summary

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Quick Start Basics

What you can do with your CASIO camera

Overview of key features like HDR Art, High Speed Movie, etc.

First, charge the battery prior to use.

To charge the battery

Step-by-step instructions for charging the camera's battery.

To load the battery

Instructions for correctly inserting the battery into the camera.

Configuring Basic Settings the First Time You Turn On the Camera

Preparing a Memory Card

Memory Card Handling Precautions

Important guidelines for handling memory cards to ensure proper operation.

To load a memory card

Instructions for inserting a memory card into the camera.

To format (initialize) a new memory card

Steps for formatting a new memory card before first use.

Turning the Camera On and Off

To turn power on

Procedure for powering the camera on in REC or PLAY mode.

To shoot a snapshot

Selecting an Auto Recording Mode

Guide to choosing between Auto and Premium Auto recording modes.

To shoot a snapshot

Step-by-step guide on how to take a snapshot.

Deleting Snapshots and Movies

Selecting the Recording Mode

BEST SHOT

Pre-set scene modes for automatic camera adjustments.

M (Manual Exposure) mode

Mode for manual control over aperture and shutter speed.

Using the Control Panel

Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO)

Using Flash (Flash)

Shooting with Zoom

Using Continuous Shutter

Using High Speed CS and Prerecord CS

Detailed guide to High Speed and Prerecord Continuous Shutter modes.

High Speed CS Shooting Using the Mechanical Shutter Only (F CS)

Explanation of the F CS mode for continuous shooting.

Digitally Correcting for Overexposure and Underexposure (HDR)

Shooting Snapshots Digitally Processed for Artistic Effect (HDR Art)

Shooting with Priority on Subject Faces (High Speed Best Selection)

Recording Movies

To record a movie

Step-by-step instructions for recording a standard movie.

Recording a High-definition Movie

Recording a High Speed Movie

Using Prerecord Movie (Prerecord (Movie))

Using BEST SHOT

To shoot with BEST SHOT

Procedure for selecting and using BEST SHOT scenes.

Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setups

Shooting with High Speed Night Scene (High Speed Night Scene;High Speed Night Scene and Portrait)

Shooting with High Speed Anti Shake (High Speed Anti Shake)

Expanding the Zoom Range to Shoot Clearer Snapshots (Multi SR Zoom)

Configuring the Camera to Help You Better Time Your Shots (Lag Correction)

Using the Situation-specific CS Scenes

Using the Situation-specific High Speed Movie Scenes

Advanced Settings

Using On-screen Menus

Guide to navigating and using the camera's menu system.

REC Mode Settings (REC)

Configuration options available in REC mode.

Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR))

Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus)

Options for setting the camera's focus behavior.

Using the Self-timer (Self-timer)

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

Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area)

How to select different AF areas for focusing.

Shooting with Face Detection (Face Detection)

How the camera detects and focuses on faces.

Shooting with Continuous Auto Focus (Continuous AF)

Changing the Continuous Shutter Mode (CS)

How to switch between different continuous shooting modes.

Image Quality Settings (Quality)

Adjusting settings for snapshot and movie image quality.

Specifying Snapshot Image Quality (T Quality (Snapshot))

Movie Image Quality Settings ( Quality (Movie))

Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering)

How the camera measures light for exposure.

Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting)

Specifying Flash Intensity (Flash Intensity)

Adjusting the power of the flash.

Viewing Snapshots and Movies

Viewing a Movie

Deleting Continuous Shutter Images

Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen

Viewing High-quality Movies on a Hi-Vision Television

Other Playback Functions (PLAY)

Playing a Slideshow on the Camera (Slideshow)

Editing a Movie on the Camera (Movie Editing)

Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF Printing)

Setting up images for printing using DPOF.

Protecting a File Against Deletion (Protect)

Dynamic Photo

Inserting a Built-in Subject into a Snapshot or Movie (Dynamic Photo)

Steps to add subjects to photos or videos.

Converting a Dynamic Photo Still Image to a Movie (Movie Converter)

Step 5: Use Dynamic Studio to expand use of Dynamic Photo images to other applications.

Printing

Printing Snapshots

Methods for printing still images.

Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible Printer

Connecting to printers for direct photo printing.

To print

Step-by-step instructions for printing photos.

Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies

Setting print order and copy counts using DPOF.

Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images

Using the Camera with a Computer

Things you can do using a computer...

Using the Camera with a Windows Computer

Software and OS requirements for Windows users.

Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software

Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer

How to view and save photos and videos on a PC.

To connect the camera to your computer and save files

Steps to establish a connection and transfer files.

To view images you copied to your computer

Playing Movies

Uploading Movie Files to YouTube

Transferring Images from Your Computer to Camera Memory

Steps to transfer images from a computer to the camera.

Transforming Snapshots into Artistic Image

Using Virtual Painter software to stylize photos.

To transform snapshots into artistic images

Using the Camera with a Macintosh

Software and OS requirements for Macintosh users.

To view copied images

Transferring Images Automatically and Managing Them on Your Macintosh

Using iPhoto or other software for Mac image management.

Playing a Movie

Other Settings (Set Up)

Setting the Camera’s Clock (Adjust)

Configuring USB Protocol Settings (USB)

Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format)

Essential process to erase all data and reset storage.

Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults (Reset)

Restoring camera settings to their original factory defaults.

Configuring Monitor Screen Settings

Customizing display elements on the camera's monitor screen.

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

Appendix

Precautions during Use

Essential safety guidelines for operating the camera.

Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities

Safety warning for unusual camera behavior like smoke or overheating.

Water and Foreign Matter

Safety warning regarding exposure to liquids or foreign objects.

Dropping and Rough Treatment

Safety warning for damage caused by dropping or rough handling.

Locations To Be Avoided

Rechargeable Battery

Important handling and safety precautions for the rechargeable battery.

Data Error Precautions

Precautions to prevent corruption or loss of data in camera memory.

Condensation

Charger Unit Handling Precautions

Safety guidelines for using the battery charger unit.

Power Supply

Information about camera power sources and charging.

Charging

Essential steps and indicators for charging the camera battery.

To replace the battery

Procedure for removing and inserting the battery.

Using a Memory Card

Information on compatible memory cards and their usage.

To replace the memory card

Steps for removing and inserting a memory card.

Using a Memory Card

Guidelines for using memory cards, including write protection.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common problems encountered with the camera.

Display Messages

Explanation of various messages displayed on the camera screen.

Number of Snapshots;Movie Recording Time

Specifications