Sony DSC-S950 Instrukcja Obsługi

© 2009 Sony Corporation 4-130-979-11(1)Digital Still CameraCyber-shot HandbookDSC-S950Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook thoroughly

10Basic techniques for better imagesA digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels.If it contains a large number of pixels, th

100OthersUsing the camera abroad — Power sourcesYou can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately) i

101OthersOn the “Memory Stick Duo” media“Memory Stick Duo” media is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” media tha

102On the “Memory Stick Duo” mediaNotes on using the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor (sold separately)• To use “Memory Stick Duo” media with a “Memor

103OthersOn the battery packOn charging the battery pack• We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50

104On the battery chargerOn the battery charger• Do not charge battery packs other than an NP-BK type battery pack in the battery charger supplied wit

105IndexIndexIndexAAC Adaptor...13Adjusting EV ...18, 39AE/AF lock indicator...21, 43AF lock ...

106IndexMMacintosh computer...78Recommended environment...78Macro...23Main Settings 1...

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11Basic techniques for better imagesThe eyes of the subject may come out red, or fuzzy white circular spots may appear when using the flash. These phe

12Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A Shutter button (21)B Flash (23)C MicrophoneD LensE ON/OFF (power) buttonF O

13Identifying partsE DC IN jackWhen using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately)• You cannot charge the battery pack by connecting the camera to the

14Indicators on the screenEach time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes (page 18).See the pages in parentheses for details o

15Indicators on the screenBCDDisplay Indicationz AE/AF lock (21)RECStandbyRecording a movie/Standby a movieISO400 ISO number (40)125 Shutter speedF3.5

16Indicators on the screenWhen playing back still imagesWhen playing back moviesABDisplay IndicationBattery remainingLow battery warning (97)Image siz

17Indicators on the screenCDisplay IndicationPlayback folder (54)• This does not appear when using internal memory.8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of im

18Changing the screen displayEach time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes as follows:* The brightness of the LCD Backlight

19Using the internal memoryThe camera has approximately 12 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Du

2Notes on using your cameraNotes on the types of “Memory Stick” media that you can use (sold separately)“Memory Stick Duo” mediaYou can use “Memory St

20Basic OperationsUsing the mode dialSet the mode dial to the desired function.* You can select various settings using the menu. (For details on the f

21Basic OperationsShooting images (Auto Adjustment mode)1 Select the desired function from the mode dial.When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment m

22Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode)When shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down.To stop recording, press the shutter button fully do

23Basic OperationsShooting images (Auto Adjustment mode)Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images)Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly un

24Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode)Using the self-timerPress V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.(No indica

25Basic OperationsShooting images (Auto Adjustment mode)To change the still image sizePress (Image Size), and then press b/B to select the size.For

26Shooting still images (Scene Selection mode)1 Select with the mode dial.2 Press the MENU button, and select from / / / / / with v/V/b/B on the c

27Basic OperationsShooting still images (Scene Selection mode)Scene Selection modesThe following modes are preset to match the scene conditions.* When

28Shooting still images (Scene Selection mode)Functions you can use in Scene SelectionFor shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condi

29Basic OperationsShooting still images (High Sensitivity mode)1 Select with the mode dial.2 Shoot with the shutter button.High Sensitivity modeAllo

3Table of contentsNotes on using your camera ...2Basic techniques for better images

30Viewing images1 Press the (Playback) button.• If you press the (Playback) button when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automat

31Basic OperationsViewing imagesTo view an index screenPress (Index) to display the index screen while a still image is displayed.Select an image wi

32Deleting images1 Press the (Playback) button.2 Press the (Delete) button while displaying in single-image or index mode.3 Select the desired dele

33Basic OperationsDeleting imagesWhen you select [This Image]You can delete the selected image.Select [OK] with v, then press z.When you select [Multi

34Using the menuUsing menu items1 Press the MENU button to display the menu.• The menu will be displayed only during shooting and playback mode.• Diff

35For details on the operation 1 page 34Using the menuMenu itemsThe available menu items vary depending on the mode setting (shooting/viewing), and th

36For details on the operation 1 page 34Shooting menuThe functions in shooting mode using MENU are described below.For details on how to operate the m

37Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34Selects the anti-blur mode.• In Easy Shooting mode, [SteadyShot] is set to [Off].•

38Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34Selects whether to use the Face Detection function or not.Detects the faces of your subjects and

39Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the

4Table of contentsViewing menu ... 48 (Slideshow): Playing back

40Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34Selects the ISO sensitivity.• For details on the ISO sensitivity, see page 8.• You can select on

41Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determ

42Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in au

43Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34z If the subject is out of focusWhen shooting with the subject at the edge of the

44Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image co

45Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34• For details on the white balance, see page 9.• Under fluorescent lights that fli

46Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using

47Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects.See page 55.Col

48For details on the operation 1 page 34Viewing menuThe default settings are marked with .Plays back recorded images in order (Slideshow). (Slideshow

49Using the menuViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 341 Select [Image], [Effects], [Interval] and [Repeat] with v/V/b/B on the control bu

5Table of contentsEnjoying your Windows computer ...67Installing the software (supplied)...

50Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 34Adds effects or makes corrections to a recorded image and records it as a new file. The original

51Using the menuViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 34You can change the aspect ratio and size of the shooting images, then record them a

52Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 34Protects images against accidental erasure. The (Protect) indicator appears on a protected imag

53Using the menuViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 34To cancel the protectionSelect the image for which you want to cancel protection, a

54Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 34Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back.1 Select the desired folder with b/

55Using the Setup screenUsing the Setup screenUsing Setup itemsYou can change the default settings using the Setup screen.1 Press the MENU button to d

56For details on the operation 1 page 55Main Settings — Main Settings 1The default settings are marked with .Selects the sound produced when you oper

57For details on the operation 1 page 55Using the Setup screenMain Settings — Main Settings 2The default settings are marked with .Selects the USB mo

58For details on the operation 1 page 55Shooting SettingsThe default settings are marked with .With reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a

59Using the Setup screenShooting Settings For details on the operation 1 page 55Image size and total zoom scale using Smart zoom (Including optical zo

6Basic techniques for better imagesWhen you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember t

60For details on the operation 1 page 55Memory Tool — Memory Stick ToolThis item appears only when “Memory Stick Duo” media is inserted in the camera.

61Using the Setup screenMemory Tool — Memory Stick Tool For details on the operation 1 page 55Changes the folder currently used for recording images.1

62For details on the operation 1 page 55Memory Tool — Internal Memory ToolThis item does not appear when “Memory Stick Duo” media is inserted in the c

63For details on the operation 1 page 55Using the Setup screenClock SettingsSets the date and time.1 Select [Clock Settings] from the (Setup) screen

64For details on the operation 1 page 55Language SettingSelects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings, and messages.Language Setting

65Viewing images on a TVViewing images on a TVViewing images on a TVYou can view images on a TV by connecting the camera to a TV.The connection varies

66Viewing images on a TVOn TV color systemsIf you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the dedicated A/V cabl

67Using your computerUsing your computerEnjoying your Windows computerFor details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh comput

68Enjoying your Windows computerThe following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera.Recommended environment for copying im

69Using your computerInstalling the software (supplied)You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure.• Log on as Administrator

7Basic techniques for better imagesHints for preventing blurThe camera moved accidentally when you took the image. This is called “Camera shake”. On t

70On the “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” (supplied)You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the softwa

71Using your computerCopying images to your computer using the “PMB”1 Insert “Memory Stick Duo” media with recorded images into the camera.• When copy

72Copying images to your computer using the “PMB”1 Connects the camera to a computer as described “Connecting the camera to your computer”.After makin

73Using your computerCopying images to your computer using the “PMB”Perform the procedures from step 1 to 4 below before:• Disconnecting the dedicated

74Copying images to your computer using the “PMB”• Image files are named as follows: – Still image files: DSC0ssss.JPG– Movie files: MOV0ssss.AVI– Ind

75Using your computerCopying images to a computer without “PMB”You can copy images to your computer without “PMB” as follows.For a computer with a “Me

76Copying images to a computer without “PMB”3 Click [Open folder to view files] (For Windows XP: [Open folder to view files] t [OK]) as the wizard scr

77Using your computerViewing image files stored on a computer with the camera copying to the “Memory Stick Duo” mediaThis section describes the proces

78Using your Macintosh computerYou can copy images to your Macintosh computer.• “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.The following environ

79Using your computerUsing your Macintosh computerDrag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the “Memory Stick Duo” media to the “Trash” icon beforeh

8Basic techniques for better imagesYou can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light th

80Viewing “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”When you install “Cyber-shot Handbook”, “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” is also installed. “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” f

81Printing still imagesPrinting still imagesHow to print still imagesWhen you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off, so be sure

82Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printerEven if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using your camera by conn

83Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer1 Connect the camera to the printer.2 Turn on the printer. Press t

84Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer1 Select print settings with v/V/b/B.[Quantity]Selects the number of copies of the spec

85Printing still imagesPrinting at a shopYou can take “Memory Stick Duo” media containing images shot with the camera to a photo printing service shop

86Printing at a shop1 Press the MENU button while displaying images in single-image mode or in index mode.2 Select [DPOF] with v/V on the control butt

87TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions.Be aware that by sending the ca

88TroubleshootingCannot insert the battery pack.• Insert the battery pack correctly to push the battery eject lever.Cannot turn on the camera.• After

89TroubleshootingTroubleshootingCannot record images.• Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” media. If it is full, do o

9Basic techniques for better imagesThe apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.Example: The color of an image affected by

90TroubleshootingThe flash does not work.• The flash is set to (Flash forced off) (page 23).• You cannot use the flash when:– [REC Mode] is set to [

91TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThe image is too bright.• Adjust the exposure (page 39).The image colors are not correct.• Set [Color Mode] to [Normal

92TroubleshootingThe image appears rough right after playback starts.• This may happen due to image processing. This is not a malfunction.The image do

93TroubleshootingTroubleshootingCannot copy images.• Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection (page 71).• Follow the des

94TroubleshootingCannot play back or record images using the internal memory.• There is “Memory Stick Duo” media inserted in the camera. Remove it.Can

95TroubleshootingTroubleshootingA connection cannot be established.• The camera cannot be connected directly to a printer that is not compliant with t

96TroubleshootingCannot print the image at the size selected.• When you use paper of a different size after connecting the printer to the camera, disc

97TroubleshootingWarning messagesIf the following messages appear, follow the instructions.• The battery level is low. Charge the battery pack immedia

98Warning messagesFolder error• A folder with the same first three digit number already exists on the “Memory Stick Duo” media (for example: 123MSDCF

99TroubleshootingWarning messagesProcessing...• The printer is canceling the current print job. You cannot print until it is finished. This may take t