How to Read This Manual

First, be aware of the warnings, cautions, and notices on pages ii–v.

Next, read “Overview” and “Getting to Know the Camera” to familiarize yourself with the conven- tions used in this manual and the names of camera parts, then set up your camera as described in “First Steps.”

Now you are ready to take photographs and play them back. You can then try your hand at creative composition as described in “Digital Vari-Programs.”

Once you have mastered the basics of digital photography, you can read these sections for complete information on when and how to use camera controls.

Refer to these chapters for more on playback…

…on camera menus and custom settings…

…on connecting to a computer or TV…

…on printing photos on a PictBridge printer…

…and on accessories and troubleshooting.

Overview Getting to Know the Camera First Steps Basic Photography Basic Playback

Digital Vari-Programs

Image Quality and Size Sensitivity (ISO Equivalency)

White BalanceOptimizing ImagesChoosing a Shooting Mode

Focus

Exposure

Flash PhotographySelf-Timer Mode

Using the Remote Control

Two-Button ResetMore About PlaybackMenu GuideConnectionsPrinting PhotographsTechnical Notes