SONY DSCS50
Instrukcja Serwisowa

Notes

Adding audio �les to still images (VOICE) (DSC-S50 only)
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Recording text documents (TEXT)
Text is recorded in black and white GIF format to provide a clearer image.

Recording uncompressed images (TIFF)
This mode simultaneously records still images in both TIFF format (uncompressed) and JPEG format (compressed).

� JPEG images are recorded in the image size selected by the [IMAGE SIZE] menu. TIFF images are recorded in [1600 �1200] size in DSC-S50, and [1280 �960] size in DSC-S30 other than when [1600 (3:2)] or [1280 (3:2)] is selected. � Writing data takes more time than in normal recording. � The supplied �Memory Stick� (4 MB) does not have suf�cient capacity to record uncompressed images.

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Set the MODE selector to STILL. Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [VOICE] from the menu. Record the image. If you press and release the shutter button, sound is recorded for 5 seconds. If you hold down the shutter button, sound is recorded until you release the shutter button for up to 40 seconds.

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Set the MODE selector to STILL. Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [TEXT] from the menu. Record the image.

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B Various recording B Various recording

Set the MODE selector to STILL. Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [TIFF] from the menu. Record the image.

The number of images that you can record on a �Memory Stick� (4 MB) in TEXT mode:

Image size 1600 �1200 1600 (3:2) 1472 �1104 1280 �960 1280 (3:2) 1024 �768 640 �480

Number of images Approx. 12 to 87 Approx. 14 to 97 Approx. 14 to 97 Approx. 20 to 114 Approx. 22 to 137 Approx. 30 to 160 Approx. 80 to 363

The number of images that you can record on a �Memory Stick� (16 MB) in TIFF mode:

The number of images that you can record on a �Memory Stick� (4 MB) in VOICE mode (when recording sound for �ve seconds):

Image size 1600 �1200 1600 (3:2) 1280 �960 1280 (3:2)

Number of images Approx. 2 Approx. 2 Approx. 3 Approx. 3

Image size 1600 �1200 1600 (3:2) 1024 �768 640 �480

Number of images Approx. 3 Approx. 3 Approx. 8 Approx. 28

To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2.

To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
Notes
� If the subject is not evenly illuminated, you may be unable to record a clear image. � Writing and reading data takes more time than in normal recording. � The �ash does not strobe in TEXT mode regardless of the surrounding brightness.

To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
When using the DSC-S30
The DSC-S30 does not have a VOICE function. When you edit (delete, protect, or copy �les, etc.) �les recorded in VOICE mode on a different camera, the still image �le is edited but the audio �le is not.

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Recording images in macro
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Setting the distance to the subject
Normally the focus is automatically adjusted. This function is useful when the auto focus does not work well such as in dark places.

Using the PROGRAM AE function
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Landscape mode Focuses only on a distant subject to record landscapes, etc. Panfocus mode Changes the focus quickly and simply from a close subject to a distant subject. Spot light-metering mode Select this mode when there is backlight or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background, etc. Position the point you want to record on the spot light-metering cross hair.
LCD screen

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Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. Press FOCUS repeatedly until the (auto macro) indicator appears on the LCD screen. You can record a subject as close as about 1 3/16 inches (3 cm) from the lens surface with the zoom set all the way to the W side.

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Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. Press PROGRAM AE repeatedly to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.
A Aperture priority mode Makes the subject stand out against an unclear background or makes both the subject and the background stand out clearly. Press +/� repeatedly to select an aperture value in 9 steps from F2.8

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Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. Press FOCUS repeatedly to achieve a sharp focus. The 9 (manual focus) indicator appears on the LCD screen. You can select from the following 7 focus settings: auto (no indicator), (auto macro), 1 3/4 feet (0.5m), 3 1/4 feet (1.0m), 9 3/4 feet (3.0m), 23 feet (7.0m), � (in�nite)

To return to normal recording mode Press FOCUS repeatedly until disappears from the LCD screen.
Notes
� You cannot record images in macro with the following PROGRAM AE modes. � Landscape mode � Panfocus mode � You cannot record images in macro when appears on the LCD screen.

Spot light-metering cross hair

to F11.
S Shutter speed priority mode Records a sharp picture of a fastmoving subject or the �ow of

To cancel PROGRAM AE Press PROGRAM AE repeatedly until the indicator on the LCD screen goes out.
Notes
� You cannot select F2.8 in aperture priority mode when the zoom is set to the T side. � You can focus only on distant subjects in Landscape mode. � In Panfocus mode, the zoom position and focus are �xed. � When you record in the Twilight plus mode, we recommend that you use a tripod to prevent shaking. � Set the forced �ash when you use the �ash in the following modes: �Twilight mode �Twilight plus mode �Landscape mode � You cannot use the PROGRAM AE function when [REC MODE] is set to [TEXT]. � If the setting is not appropriate in aperture priority mode and shutter priority mode, the setting value indicator on the LCD screen �ashes when you press the shutter button. In this case, reset the value.

To reactivate auto focusing Press FOCUS repeatedly until the indicator disappears in step 2.
Note
These setting distances are approximate, and should be used as a reference.

motion of a moving subject. Press +/� repeatedly to select a shutter speed in 18 steps from 8� to 1/725 when recording a still image and in 12 steps from 1/8 to 1/725 when recording a moving image. Twilight mode Suppresses the washed-out color of a bright subject in a dark place so that you can record the subject without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. Twilight plus mode Increases the effectiveness of the twilight mode function.

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