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Before You Begin
Before using your camera body, take a few moments to familiarize
yourself with the controls and displays (pages 1–10). Refer to this
section as you read through the rest of the manual.
Basic Photography and Playback
Read this section before using the camera for the rst time. It covers the
steps involved in readying the camera for use, taking photographs,
and playing them back (pages 11–44).
Reference
Read this section for information on topics not covered in “Basic Photography
and Playback.It covers advanced shooting and playback options, and
describes how to print photographs, customize camera settings,
and copy pictures to a computer (pages 45–187).
The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. The
battery is not charged at the time of purchase.
GXR DIGITAL CAMERA BODY
Camera Body User Guide
The product serial number can be found on the bottom of
the camera body.
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Camera Body User Guide

Before You BeginBefore using your camera body, take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the controls and displays (pages 1–10). Refer

Page 2 - Package Contents

xTable of ContentsPackage Contents ... iiNotices ..

Page 3

88more on PhotograPhyManual: Measuring White BalanceTo measure a value for white balance: 1 Select Manual Settings.Highlight Manual Settings in the

Page 4 - Safety Precautions

89more on PhotograPhy 2 Choose a setting.Press + or – to choose a white balance. Press C/D when settings are complete. 3 Return to shooting mode.Pre

Page 5 - Warning

90more on PhotograPhyWhite balance compensation is shown in the picture display.4:3 N Notes• White balance compensation can be assigned to the ADJ.

Page 6

91more on PhotograPhy• ISO (value): The camera shoots with the selected ISO value. Available ISO values dier depending on the camera unit. See the do

Page 7

92more on PhotograPhyAuto Aperture ShiftWhen On is selected, the camera will automatically adjust aperture to prevent overexposure in the aperture pri

Page 8

93more on PhotograPhy Cautions• This function is not available depending on the camera unit.• The camera shake correction function is not available

Page 9 - Product Manuals

Playback Functions94Playback FunctionsThis section describes how to view movies and MP les.Viewing MoviesFollow the steps below to view movies. 1 Pr

Page 10 - Table of Contents

Playback Functions95Viewing MP FilesWhen you shoot images with M-Cont Plus, the images are recorded as one MP le. Follow the steps below to view MP 

Page 11

Playback Functions962010/01/01 02:33StopStopISO 200 EV +1.0F 3.3 1/552100-0001 6Slide Show• Images are displayed automatically in the order they were

Page 12

Playback Functions97Exporting MP FilesFollow the steps below to extract specic frames from an MP le and save each frame as an individual still image

Page 13 - Before You Begin

xiReference 45Read this section for more information on camera functions.More on Photography ...

Page 14 - Introduction

Playback Functions98Selecting One Frame 5 Press + or – to select 1 Frame.Press Fn1 or Fn2 to select the frame. 6 Press C/D.Specifying Multiple Frame

Page 15 - First-time user? read this

Playback Functions99Specifying a Range of Multiple Frames 5 Press + or – to select Sel Mult, and then press C/D.If thumbnail view was displayed in st

Page 16

Playback Functions100Selecting All Frames 5 Press + or – to select All Frames, and press C/D. 6 Select Yes, and then press C/D.

Page 17

101Playback menuPlayback MenuThis section details the options in the playback menu and describes how to view pictures on a TV.Playback MenuPress the 6

Page 18

102Playback menu NoteThe menus for camera setup can be accessed from the playback menu (page 126).Flag Function SettingRegister the frequently viewed

Page 19

103Playback menu 4 Select additional photographs.Press Fn1 or Fn2 to highlight additional photographs and press C/D. Repeat this procedure to set or

Page 20 - Picture Display

104Playback menu• If no les are set to Flag Function Setting, a message appears and the display returns to the playback menu.• If multiple les are

Page 21 - 2010/0101 00:20

105Playback menuTrimFollow the steps below to trim a still image and then save it as a separate le. 1 Display a photograph.Display the photograph to

Page 22 - The Battery Level Indicator

106Playback menu• The trimmed image size diers depending on the image’s original size and the trimming level (the size of trimming frame). Level Com

Page 23 - Playback

107Playback menu 4 Copy the image.Press C/D. To exit without creating a copy, press the DISP. button. A message will be displayed while the camera co

Page 25 - Remove the battery

108Playback menu Tip: Choosing the Black Point, White Point, and Mid-Point• Adjusting brightness: To make the image brighter, move the mid-point to

Page 26 - Inserting the Battery

109Playback menuWhite Balance CompensationCreate copies with modied white balance. 1 Display a photograph.Display the photograph to be copied in pla

Page 27 - Inserting Memory Cards

110Playback menu Cautions• White balance compensation is available only with still images taken using this camera body. It is not available with movi

Page 28 - Removing Memory Cards

111Playback menu 3 Press C/D.A message will be displayed while the camera copies the photograph. Copying takes from about 2 to 46 seconds, depending

Page 29 - Alignment mark for

112Playback menuProtectProtect pictures from accidental deletion. Protected les are indicated by the icon shown at right.4:3 N CautionFormatting era

Page 30 - Turning the Power On and O

113Playback menuChanging the Protect Status of Multiple FilesFollow the steps below to change the protect status of multiple selected les. 1 Select

Page 31

114Playback menu Tip: Selecting RangesTo switch from Sel. Indiv. to Sel. Range, press the ADJ. lever and follow the steps below:3.1 Use the direction

Page 32 - Basic Setup

115Playback menuCopy to Card from Internal MemoryTo copy all les from internal memory to a memory card, insert the memory card in the camera body and

Page 33 - Taking Photographs

116Playback menuSelecting Individual Photographs for PrintingTo add a photograph to or remove it from the print order, play the picture back, select D

Page 34 - Taking a Photograph

117Playback menu 2 Select photographs and choose the number of prints.Press Fn1 or Fn2 to highlight additional photographs and + or – to choose the n

Page 35 - Before focusing White O

1First-time user? read this.1Before You BeginRead this section before using your camera body for the rst time.Introduction ...

Page 36

118Playback menuViewing Pictures on TVTo view pictures on a TV, connect the camera body using the supplied A/V cable. 1 Turn the camera body o.Be su

Page 37 - Main subject

119Playback menu CautionDo not use force or tug the A/V cable when handling the camera body with the A/V cable connected. Notes• The camera body can

Page 38

120Printing PhotograPhsPrinting PhotographsThe camera body can be connected to a printer via the supplied USB cable, and photographs can be printed di

Page 39 - Close-ups (Macro Mode)

121Printing PhotograPhs 3 Connect the camera body.Open the connector cover and plug the cable into the USB cable connector.Press the ADJ. lever. The

Page 40 - Flash Photography

122Printing PhotograPhsPrintingPhotographs can be printed one at a time or multiple photographs can be selected for printing. If a memory card is inse

Page 41

123Printing PhotograPhs 2 Adjust printer settings.The menu shown at right will be displayed; highlight an item and press Fn2 to view the options avai

Page 42

124Printing PhotograPhs NoteTo select the highlighted option as the default for the current printer when the camera body is connected, press the ADJ.

Page 43 - Self-Timer

125Printing PhotograPhsPrinting Multiple PhotographsTo print multiple photographs: 1 Press the Z button.Photographs will be displayed in multi-frame

Page 44 - Tilt Indicator

126camera settingsCamera SettingsThe menus for modifying the camera settings can be accessed from the shooting and playback menus (pages 58 and 101).

Page 45

127camera settingsThe key custom options tab contains the following options.Option Default PageReg. My Settings — 129Recall My Settings — 131Edit My S

Page 46 - Viewing Photographs

First-time user? read this.2IntroductionThis manual describes how to take pictures and play them back. To ensure that you get the most from this produ

Page 47

128camera settingsThe setup tab contains the following options:Option Default PageFormat [Card] — 139Format [Internal Memory]— 139LCD Brightness — 139

Page 48

129camera settingsKey Custom OptionsReg. My SettingsSettings saved using Reg. My Settings can be recalled by rotating the mode dial to MY1, MY2, or MY

Page 49

130camera settings 2 Select Reg My Settings.Highlight Reg. My Settings in the key custom options tab, and press Fn2. 3 Save settings.To assign the s

Page 50

131camera settingsRecall My SettingsCopy settings from a “box” to MY1, MY2, or MY3.Select Recall My Settings in the key custom options tab, press Fn2,

Page 51 - Deleting Photographs

132camera settingsEdit My SettingsEdit and rename settings saved with Reg. My Settings.Select Edit My Settings in the key custom options tab, press Fn

Page 52

133camera settings Tip: Naming My SettingsSelect Name in step 2 to rename the setting. The current name is highlighted in the name area; to edit the

Page 53

134camera settingsADJ Lever SettingAssign up to four frequently-used options to the ADJ. lever for quick access in 5, P, A, S, and M modes. At default

Page 54 - 4:3 N 4:3 N

135camera settingsUsing the ADJ. LeverTo select an option currently assigned to the ADJ. lever: 1 Display options.Press the ADJ. lever in shooting mo

Page 55 - Playback Mode

136camera settingsSet Fn1/Fn2 ButtonChoose the functions assigned to the Fn1 and Fn2 buttons with Set Fn1/Fn2 Button in the key custom options tab.The

Page 56

137camera settingsOption DescriptionFlash Amount Adjust manual ash output (page 79). *8*1 If focus is locked in autofocus mode (page 64), selecting

Page 57 - Reference

First-time user? read this.3Back41231716131415129202122 1956237 8101811 1 DIRECT button ...5 2 OPEN/f(ash) button ...

Page 58 - More on Photography

138camera settingsPlayback Mode Dial Options/M Mode Dial OptionsChoose the functions to assign to the ADJ. lever and up-down dial for playback zoom an

Page 59 - Take a picture

139camera settingsSetupFormat [Card]/Format [Internal Memory]Select Format [Card] to format the memory card before rst use, after using it in another

Page 60 - Mode A: Aperture Priority

140camera settings NoteThe brightness display shows the view through the lens (shooting mode) or the most recently viewed picture (playback mode; if

Page 61

141camera settingsSleep ModeChoose the delay before the picture display enters sleep mode. Choose from O, 1 minute, 5 minutes or 30 minutes. Autofocu

Page 62 - Mode M: Manual Exposure

142camera settingsLCD Auto Dim If On is selected, the picture display dims to save power when the camera is not moved for approximately ve seconds in

Page 63

143camera settingsOne Press Zoom RatioSelect the magnication at which pictures are displayed when zoomed in using the C/D button or ADJ. lever (page

Page 64

144camera settingsMinimum Shooting DistanceSelect Show to display the minimum shooting distance in the picture display.Level SettingThe camera uses a

Page 65

145camera settingsFn Button DisplaySelect On to display the options currently assigned to the Fn buttons when the camera is turned on, shooting mode i

Page 66

146camera settingsCL-BKT Black & White (TE)Choose the number and type of copies created with color bracketing (page 77). Select On to record three

Page 67

147camera settingsDigital Zoom ImageChoose how the image taken using the digital zoom will be saved. • Normal: Normal digital zoom. It crops a portion

Page 68

First-time user? read this.4Mode DialBefore shooting, press the mode dial lock release (1) and rotate the mode dial to choose a shooting mode (2).125

Page 69

148camera settingsCard Sequence No.Choose how the camera names image les when saving photographs to a memory card.• On: File names consist of “R” fol

Page 70 - Shooting Menu

149camera settingsDate SettingsSet the camera clock (page 20). NoteIf you leave the battery in the camera body for at least two hours, the battery ca

Page 71

150camera settingsStart Settings ReadoutWhen the camera turns o, the settings are saved both in camera body and camera unit.Choose the destination to

Page 72 - 4 Mode: Landscape

151coPying Pictures to a comPuterCopying Pictures to a ComputerThis section describes how to copy pictures from the camera body to your computer. Inst

Page 73

152coPying Pictures to a comPuterSystem RequirementsBefore using the supplied CD, check that your computer meets the following requirements. See the d

Page 74 - For Still Images

153coPying Pictures to a comPuterSupplied CDInserting the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive displays the dialog shown at right.• Installing the software:

Page 75 - For Movies

154coPying Pictures to a comPuterInstalling the SoftwareFollow the steps on the next page to install the supplied software. Illustrations are from Win

Page 76

155coPying Pictures to a comPuter 1 Insert the supplied CD.Turn the computer on and insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive.• Windows Vista: An Auto

Page 77

156coPying Pictures to a comPuter 5 Conrm the destination location and then click [Next].The Irodio Photo & Video Studio installer will start (d

Page 78

157coPying Pictures to a comPuter 1 Insert the supplied CD.Turn the computer on and insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive.• Windows Vista: An Auto

Page 79

First-time user? read this.5Up-down Dial and ADJ. LeverWhen viewing pictures or navigating the menus, you can use the up-down dial in place of + and –

Page 80

158coPying Pictures to a comPuterUninstalling the SoftwareFollow the steps below to uninstall DC software or Irodio Photo & Video Studio. Cautions

Page 81 - Full Press Snap

159coPying Pictures to a comPuterCopying Pictures Using DL-10After installing DC software, follow the steps below to copy pictures to your computer.

Page 82 - Focus (page 64)

160coPying Pictures to a comPuter NoteIf transfer does not begin automatically, try the following procedures.Click Save in the DL-10 window.Check tha

Page 83

161coPying Pictures to a comPuter Cautions• Do not turn the power o or disconnect the USB cable until copying is complete.• Files in the destinatio

Page 84

162coPying Pictures to a comPuterMacintoshThe camera body can be used with Mac OS X versions 10.4–10.5.7. CautionThe VM-1 software (page 164) and Soft

Page 85

163coPying Pictures to a comPuter 3 Copy les from the camera body to the computer.The camera body will appear as a volume on the desktop with pictur

Page 86

164coPying Pictures to a comPuterUsing the MP File Viewer When you shoot images with M-Cont Plus, the images are recorded as one MP le. By using the

Page 87

165coPying Pictures to a comPuterInstalling VM-1 1 Insert the supplied CD.Turn on the Macintosh computer and insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive

Page 88

166coPying Pictures to a comPuterUninstalling VM-1 Cautions• If you have any other software applications running or data that has not been saved, qui

Page 89 - B&W (TE) copy

167technical notesTechnical NotesTroubleshootingError MessagesIf an error message is displayed, take the steps listed below.Message Solution PageInser

Page 90

First-time user? read this.6DIRECT screenFor more information, refer to the page number to the right of each item.12 3 8 4 5121318109171615 141167 1

Page 91

168technical notesCamera Body-Related ProblemsPower SupplyProblem Cause Solution PageThe camera does not turn on.Battery  is  exhausted  or  not inser

Page 92

169technical notesShootingProblem Cause Solution PageNo picture taken when shutter-release button is pressed.Battery is exhausted.Charge  battery  (re

Page 93

170technical notesProblem Cause Solution PagePictures are blurred.JCamera moved during shooting.Use  a  tripod.  Use  the  camera shake  correction  f

Page 94

171technical notesProblem Cause Solution PageColors are unnatural.Camera  unable  to  adjust  white balance  for  shooting  conditions using auto whit

Page 95

172technical notesProblem Cause Solution PageCannot view pictures on memory card.Memory  card  empty  or  not inserted.Insert  card  that  has  been f

Page 96

173technical notesProblem Cause Solution PagePictures are not displayed on TV.Video mode does not match TV. Choose another video mode.149A/V cable not

Page 97

174technical notesIf you clicked Keep Blocking to block a Ricoh application, you can remove the block in Windows Firewall. 1 Open the “Windows Firewa

Page 98

175technical notesSpecicationsFlashModeAuto (ash res when lighting is poor or subject is backlit), red-eye, on, slow sync, manual, oRange (built-i

Page 99

176technical notesDimensions (W × H × D) 113.9 mm × 70.2 mm × 28.9 mm (excluding projections)Weight (approx.)•  Camera body (excluding battery, memory

Page 100

177technical notesInternal Memory/Memory Card CapacityThe approximate number of frames or length of movies that can be stored in internal memory or on

Page 101

First-time user? read this.7Displaying the Options for the Shooting SettingsPressing the ADJ. lever when an item is highlighted on the DIRECT screen d

Page 102

178technical notesOptional AccessoriesThe GXR camera body can be used with the following optional accessories:Camera unit DB-90 rechargeable batteryBJ

Page 103

179technical notesSC-55S soft case SC-55L soft case Notes• Before using optional accessories, read the manual provided with the product.• For the l

Page 104

180technical notesCamera System and AccessoriesAttach to hot shoeSC-55S/SC-55L soft caseST-3 neck strapCA-1 cable switchDB-90 rechargeable battery (su

Page 105

181technical notesThe GF-1 Flash Unit (Optional)An optional GF-1 ash unit can be connected to the hot shoe. 1 Close the ash cover (page 2). 2 Atta

Page 106 - Playback Functions

182technical notesOther Flash UnitsUse only ash units with one signal terminal, which must be an X-contact with a positive voltage of no more than 20

Page 107 - Viewing MP Files

183technical notesUsing the Product AbroadUsing BJ-9 Battery ChargerThis product is for use with currents of 100–240 V and 50 or 60 Hz. Before travell

Page 108 - 2100-0001 6

184technical notes• Do not drop this product or subject it to physical shocks. When carrying the product, be careful that it does not strike other obj

Page 109

185technical notes Tip: Avoiding CondensationCondensation is particularly likely to occur if you move to an area with a sharply dierent temperature,

Page 110

186technical notesWarranty and Servicing1.  This  product  is  backed  by  a  limited  warranty. During  the  warranty  period  mentioned  in  the War

Page 111 - Start Execute

187technical notesNOTICESUSA FCC Part 15 Class BThe equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursua

Page 112

iiPackage ContentsConrm that the package contains the items listed below.* The actual appearance of included items may dier.GXR camera bodyThe seria

Page 113 - Playback Menu

First-time user? read this.8Picture DisplayThe following indicators may be displayed during shooting and playback.Shooting (still photography) Shootin

Page 114 - Playback menu

188IndexSymbols5 (auto) mode ... 4, 21d (delete) button... 3, 39O (DISP.) button...

Page 115

189Flash Exposure Compensation ...78Flash mode ...28Flash Synchro Settings ...79

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190Pre-AF ...70Printing ... 122Protect ...

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Telephone Support Numbers in EuropeUK (from within the UK)(from outside of the UK)02073 656 580+44 2073 656 580Deutschland (innerhalb Deutschlands)(au

Page 118

From environmental friendliness to environmental conservation and to environmental managementRicoh is aggressively promoting environment-friendly act

Page 119

First-time user? read this.9 29  Shutter speed ...46, 49, 50 30  Exposurecompensation ... 85 31  ISO ... 90

Page 120 - Correcting overexposure

First-time user? read this.10 Notes• The picture display may also display warnings and messages.• Additional information can be viewed by pressing

Page 121

11First-time user? read this.11First Steps ... 12Taking Photographs ...

Page 122

First-time user? read this.12First StepsPrepare the camera for use.Charging the BatteryThe rechargeable battery (DB-90) supplied with the camera body

Page 123 - 5M 12 sec. VGA 2 sec

First-time user? read this.13 3 Remove the battery.Charging is complete when the charger lamp turns o. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery

Page 124 - Caution

First-time user? read this.14Inserting the BatteryBe sure the power is o before inserting or removing the battery. 1 Open the battery/card cover.Unl

Page 125 - 4:3 N 4:3 N

First-time user? read this.15Inserting Memory CardsPictures can be stored in the camera body’s 86 MB internal memory, or optional SD and SDHC memory c

Page 126

First-time user? read this.16Removing Memory CardsUnlatch and open the battery/card cover, and then press the memory card in to eject it. The card can

Page 127

First-time user? read this.17Attaching the Camera Unit to the Camera BodyBe sure the power is o before attaching or removing the camera unit to/from

Page 128

iiiNotices• Safety precautions: Read all safety precautions thoroughly to ensure safe use.• Test shots: Take test shots to ensure that the camera is w

Page 129

First-time user? read this.18Turning the Power On and OShooting ModeSlide the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. The camera will play the star

Page 130 - Viewing Pictures on TV

First-time user? read this.19Playback ModeWhen the power is o, pressing the 6 button for about a second turns the camera on in playback mode. Press t

Page 131

First-time user? read this.20Basic SetupA language-selection dialog is displayed the rst time the camera is turned on. Follow the steps below to choo

Page 132 - Printing Photographs

First-time user? read this.21Taking PhotographsAfter setting up the camera as described in “First Steps” (page 12), you are ready to take photographs.

Page 133 - Printing PhotograPhs

First-time user? read this.22Taking a Photograph 1 Focus.Frame your subject in the center of the picture display and press the shutter-release button

Page 134 - Printing

First-time user? read this.23 Tip: Shutter-Release ButtonThe camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. To focus, lightly press the shutter-relea

Page 135

First-time user? read this.24 Tip: Avoiding Blurred PicturesTo prevent blurring caused by the camera movement when the shutter is released (“camera s

Page 136

First-time user? read this.25Focus LockUse focus lock to compose photographs in which the subject is not in the center of the frame. Focus lock can al

Page 137

First-time user? read this.26ZoomThe 8 (telephoto) button can be used to zoom in and the 9 (wide-angle) button to zoom out.4:3 N 9 84:3 N Zoom outZoo

Page 138 - Camera Settings

First-time user? read this.27Close-ups (Macro Mode)Use macro mode for close-ups of small objects. 1 Press the N button.A N icon will be briey displa

Page 139

ivSafety PrecautionsWarning SymbolsVarious symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or o

Page 140

First-time user? read this.28Flash PhotographyThe ash only res when it is raised. Press the OPEN/f button to raise the ash, and press the button ag

Page 141 - Key Custom Options

First-time user? read this.29Using the Built-in Flash 1 Raise the ash.Press the OPEN/f button.OPEN 2 Select a ash mode.Press the OPEN/f button to

Page 142

First-time user? read this.30 Notes• To close the ash when it is not in use, gently press the center of the ash cover down until it latches.• The

Page 143

First-time user? read this.31Self-TimerChoose from ten-second, two-second, and custom setting timers. Use the two-second timer to prevent blur caused

Page 144

First-time user? read this.32Tilt IndicatorUse the tilt indicator to level the camera when photographing buildings or landscapes. It is particularly u

Page 145

First-time user? read this.33Understanding the Tilt Indicator4:3 N Green4:3 N OrangeCamera level Camera tilted left4:3 N Red4:3 N Camera tilted too fa

Page 146

34First-time user? read this.Viewing and Deleting PhotographsPictures can be viewed in the picture display.Viewing PhotographsPress the 6 button in sh

Page 147 - Setting 4 Setting 3

35First-time user? read this.Back one photo201 0201 0201 0201 0F 2.5200200F 2.5201 0200F 2.5F 2.5200F 2.52004:3 N 4:3 N 4:3 N 4:3 N 4:3 N B

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36First-time user? read this. Tip: Viewing the Pictures in Internal MemoryIf a memory card is inserted, the pictures on the memory card will be displ

Page 149

37First-time user? read this.Multi-frame views can be used to select images for display or deletion.In multi-frame views, use the directional pad to h

Page 150

vDo not put the battery in a re, attempt to heat it, use it in a high temperature environment such as next to a re or inside a car, or abandon it. D

Page 151

38First-time user? read this.Playback ZoomPress the z button or rotate the up-down dial to the right to zoom in on the photograph currently displayed

Page 152

39First-time user? read this.Deleting PhotographsFollow the steps below to delete photographs.Deleting Individual Photographs 1 Display a photograph.

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40First-time user? read this.Deleting Multiple FilesFollow the steps below to delete multiple les. 1 Press the d button.In multi-frame playback, pro

Page 154

41First-time user? read this. Tip: Selecting RangesTo switch from Sel. Indiv. to Sel. Range, press the ADJ. lever and follow the steps below:3.1 Use

Page 155

42First-time user? read this.O (DISP.) ButtonPress the O (DISP.) button to display the information in the picture display in shooting and playback mod

Page 156

43First-time user? read this. NoteIf Display or Disp + Snd is selected for Level Setting (page 32), a tilt indicator appears when indicators are disp

Page 157

44First-time user? read this. Tip: HistogramThe histogram is a graph showing the distribution of pixels of dierent brightness in the image. Brightne

Page 158

45More on Photography ... 46Playback Functions... 94Playb

Page 159

46more on PhotograPhyMore on PhotographyThis section provides information on P, A, S, M, 4, and MY modes and on using shooting menu options.Mode P: Pr

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47more on PhotograPhy NoteShutter speed and aperture can be adjusted for ten seconds after releasing the shutter-release button. 4 Take a picture.Ge

Page 161

viAvoid any contact with the liquid crystal inside the picture display, should the monitor be damaged. Follow the appropriate emergency measures below

Page 162

48more on PhotograPhyMode A: Aperture PriorityIn mode A (aperture priority), you choose the aperture and the camera selects the shutter speed. Choose

Page 163

49more on PhotograPhyMode S: Shutter PriorityIn mode S (shutter priority), you choose the shutter speed and the camera selects the aperture. Choose fa

Page 164 - System Requirements

50more on PhotograPhyMode M: Manual ExposureIn mode M (manual exposure), use the up-down dial to choose aperture and the ADJ. lever to select a shutte

Page 165

51more on PhotograPhy Notes• The shutter speeds that can be set depend on the camera unit and the aperture setting. See the documentation provided w

Page 166 - Installing the Software

52more on PhotograPhy4 Mode: Settings for Various ScenesSelect 4 mode to shoot movies or to choose one of the options that are suitable for particular

Page 167

53more on PhotograPhyTo select a scene mode option: 1 Rotate the mode dial to 4.The option currently selected for 4 mode appears in the display. 2 P

Page 168 - Cautions

54more on PhotograPhy Tip: Using the MenusTo access the shooting, key custom options and setup menus in 4 mode, press C/D to display the scene mode m

Page 169

55more on PhotograPhy Cautions• A icon blinks, and the recording time and remaining available time are displayed during recording.• Sounds made by

Page 170

56more on PhotograPhy4 Mode: Skew CorrectTo take pictures in skew correct mode, frame the subject so that it occupies as much of the frame as possible

Page 171

57more on PhotograPhy“MY” Modes: Using Custom SettingsTo take photographs using settings saved in MY1 option with Reg. My Settings in the key custom o

Page 172

viiKeep the battery and SD memory card used in this equipment out of the reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion. Consumption is harmful to

Page 173

58more on PhotograPhyShooting MenuUse the +, –, Fn1, Fn2, and C/D buttons to navigate the menus. CautionThe shooting menu is not displayed when the ca

Page 174 - Macintosh

59more on PhotograPhy 3 Select an option.Press + or – to highlight an option. Press C/D to select and exit to shooting mode, or press Fn1 to select a

Page 175

60more on PhotograPhy4 Mode: MovieOption Default PageMovie Size VGA640 61Focus Multi AF 64Snap Focus Distance 2.5 m 68Pre-AF O 70Option Default PageW

Page 176

61more on PhotograPhy4 Mode: Skew CorrectOption Default PagePicture Quality/Size 1M 4:3 F 61Focus Multi AF 64Snap Focus Distance 2.5 m 68Full Press Sn

Page 177

62more on PhotograPhyFor Still ImagesOption Aspect ratio Compression rate DescriptionRAW 16:9*2, 4:3, 3:2*2, 1:1*3FINE/NORMAL/VGA*1• Suitable for furt

Page 178

63more on PhotograPhy Tip: Picture QualityThe camera supports the following picture qualities:• Normal: JPEG compression is used to reduce le size.•

Page 179 - Technical Notes

64more on PhotograPhyFocusChoose how the camera focuses. By default, the camera uses autofocus.Option DescriptionMulti AF*The camera selects the f

Page 180 - Power Supply

65more on PhotograPhy Notes• Fn1 and Fn2 buttons can be used to switch back and forth between autofocus and manual or snap focus (page 136).• To zo

Page 181 - Shooting

66more on PhotograPhyChoosing the Focus and Metering TargetTarget selection can be used to set focus and exposure for o-center subjects without movin

Page 182 - • In movie mode

67more on PhotograPhy 3 Take a picture.Press the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and/or exposure for the selected subject and then gently

Page 183 - Playback/Deletion

viiiObserve the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit. CautionContact with uid leaking from a battery can lead to burns. If part of y

Page 184 - Miscellaneous

68more on PhotograPhy Macro Target SelectionIf Macro Target is assigned to the Fn1 or Fn2 button (page 136), you can select macro mode by pressing th

Page 185

69more on PhotograPhyFull Press SnapTake photographs without pausing to focus the camera when Multi AF or Spot AF is selected for Focus (page 64).Opti

Page 186

70more on PhotograPhyPre-AFIf On is selected when Multi AF or Spot AF is selected for Focus (page 64), the camera will continue to focus even when the

Page 187 - Specications

71more on PhotograPhyImage SettingsAdjust contrast, sharpness, and vividness (color depth) or take monochrome photographs.Option DescriptionVividTake

Page 188

72more on PhotograPhy 1 Adjust custom color reproduction settings.• Black & White: Press + and – to highlight an option and press Fn1 and Fn2 to

Page 189

73more on PhotograPhyThe option currently selected for Image Settings will be displayed in the picture display.4:3 N NoteOptions for Image Settings

Page 190 - Optional Accessories

74more on PhotograPhy NoteFor M-Cont + (HI) and M-Cont + (LO) options, image sizes and the number of images saved as one MP le dier depending on th

Page 191

75more on PhotograPhyAuto BracketThe camera records two or three copies of an image with variations in exposure, white balance or color.OptionDescript

Page 192 - Camera System and Accessories

76more on PhotograPhy Notes• Bracketing is not available when an option other than O is selected for Continuous Mode. White balance bracketing is n

Page 193

77more on PhotograPhyCL-BKT: Color BracketingThe number and type of photographs recorded when CL-BKT is selected for Auto Bracket depends on the optio

Page 194

ixProduct ManualsThe following manuals are provided with the GXR camera body:Camera Body User Guide (this booklet)This guide describes how to use your

Page 195 - Precautions for Use

78more on PhotograPhyFlash Exposure CompensationAdjust ash amount between –2.0 to +2.0 in steps of / or / EV Selecting Flash Exposure Compensati

Page 196

79more on PhotograPhyManual Flash AmountChoose amount of light produced by the ash in manual ash mode (page 28). Flash amount is expressed as a frac

Page 197 - Care and Storage

80more on PhotograPhyNoise ReductionChoose Weak or Strong to reduce noise (random variations in brightness and color) in photographs taken at high ISO

Page 198 - Warranty and Servicing

81more on PhotograPhyDistortion CorrectionSet Distortion Correction to On to shoot by automatically correcting the distortion of the image. is display

Page 199

82more on PhotograPhyCustom Self-TimerTo set the number of photographs to take and the interval of shooting for the custom setting of the self-timer o

Page 200

83more on PhotograPhyInterval ShootingTo take photographs automatically at intervals of from ve seconds to one hour, select Interval Shooting in the

Page 201

84more on PhotograPhy Notes• Use a fully-charged battery and be sure that sucient space remains in internal memory or on the memory card. Interval

Page 202

85more on PhotograPhyExposure CompensationExposure compensation may be required in the following situations:• Very bright backlighting: Subjects that

Page 203

86more on PhotograPhy CautionExposure compensation is not available in mode M. NoteThe step value of the compensation can be set with the Exposure/Fl

Page 204 - *L754 2971A*

87more on PhotograPhyAt settings other than Auto, the current selection is shown by an icon in the picture display.4:3 N Cautions• Auto white balanc

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