Your picture is too dark (underexposed).
❙You may need to use the flash. Make sure the flash setting is either automatic or forced flash, as described on page 5.
❙If you’re using the flash, make sure your subject is within the range of 3 to 10 feet.
❙Use EasyPhoto or another image editing program to adjust the picture’s brightness and contrast. See
7 for instructions.
Your picture is too light (overexposed).
❙If you’re using the forced flash setting, it may be too bright. Try setting the flash to auto 5.
❙The camera’s light sensor may be covered or dirty. Make sure you’re not blocking it when you take pictures. You may need to clean it with a soft, dry cloth.
❙If you’re facing a bright light source, you may need to shoot your picture from a different angle.
❙If you’re taking pictures in the snow or at the beach on a sunny day, you may need to use an ND filter. A 37 mm
❙Use EasyPhoto or another image editing program to adjust the picture’s brightness and contrast. See
7 for instructions.
Part of your picture is missing.
❙Make sure you’re not blocking the lens with your finger, hand strap, clothing, or other object.
A horizontal or vertical red line appears on your picture.
❙Red lines are caused by glare. Avoid photographing very shiny surfaces that reflect a glare of light into your lens.
❙In very bright light, you may need to use an ND filter to avoid glare. Try a 37 mm
The wrong date and/or time are displayed on your pictures.
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The colors in your picture don’t look right.
❙When you take pictures under certain artificial lighting conditions, the colors may be slightly distorted. You can use EasyPhoto to adjust the colors. See 7 for instructions.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting