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4-273-931-11(1)
Digital Still Camera
Instruction Manual
DSC-S3000
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English Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-S3000 Serial No. ______________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For Customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-
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[ CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. [ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if no
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[ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences
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Refer to “Cyber-shot User Guide” (HTML) on supplied CD-ROM For details on advanced operations, please read “Cyber-shot User Guide” (HTML) on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. For Windows users: 1 Click [User Guide] t [Install]. 2 Start “User Guide” from the shortcut on the desktop. For Macintosh users: 1 Select the [User Guide] and copy [eng] folder stored in the [User Guide] folder to your computer. 2 After copying is complete, double-click “ind
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Identifying parts G Lens H LCD screen I (Playback) button J Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu off: DISP/ / / K For shooting: W/T (Zoom) button For viewing: (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button L Mode switch M Hook for wrist strap N (USB) / A/V OUT jack O (Delete) button P Access lamp Q MENU button R Tripod receptacle � Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. S Speaker T Batte
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Inserting the batteries/a memory card (sold separately) Ensure the notched corner faces correctly. Open the cover. 1 Insert the memory card (sold separately). 2 � With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Match +/– and insert the batteries. 3 Close the cover. 4 x Memory cards that you can use Memory Card For still images For movies Memory Stick PRO Duo aa A Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo aa Memory Stick Duo a — SD memory card aa B SDHC memory ca
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x To remove the memory card/batteries Memory card: Push the memory card in once. Batteries: Be sure not to drop the batteries. Note � Never open the battery/memory card cover or remove the batteries/memory card when the access lamp (page 6) is lit. This may cause damage to data in the memory card/internal memory. x Batteries you can and cannot use with your camera In the table below, a indicates the battery can be used, while — indicates the one cannot be used. Battery type Supplied Supported
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Notes � The number of images that can be recorded is an approximate number when shooting with new batteries. The number may be less depending on the circumstances. � The number of images that can be recorded is when shooting under the following conditions: – Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (Mark2) media (sold separately). – New batteries are used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). � The number of still images that can be recorded is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting un
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Setting the date and time Date & Time setting is displayed when you press the ON/OFF (Power) button for the first time. ON/OFF (Power) Control button Select items: v/V/b/B Set: z Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. 1 Date & Time setting is displayed when you press the ON/OFF (Power) button for the first time. � It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation. Set [Date & Time Format], [Daylight Savings] and [Date 2 & Time], then press [OK]. � Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and
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Shooting still images/movies Shutter button W: zoom out T: zoom in Mode switch : Still image : Movie Shooting still images: Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. 1 When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights. Press the shutter button fully down. 2 Shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down to start recording. 1 � You can zoom by pressing the W/T (zoom) button before shooting. Press the shutter button fully down again to stop 2 recording. GB 11
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Viewing images W: zoom out T: zoom in (Playback) Control button (Delete) Select images: B (next)/b (previous) Set: z Press the (Playback) button. 1 x Selecting next/previous image Select an image with B (next)/b (previous) on the control button. Press z in the center of the control button to view movies. x Deleting an image 1 Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with v on the control button, then press z. x Returning to shooting images Press the shutter button halfway down. GB 12
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List of icons displayed on the screen (When shooting still images) Display Indication 125 Shutter speed F2.8 Aperture value +2.0EV Exposure Value AF range finder frame indicator A C Display Indication Display Indication Battery remaining Recording folder Low battery warning 96 Number of recordable images Image size Recording/Playback Scene Selection Media (memory card, Shooting mode internal memory) Scene Recognition icon Flash mode White balance Red-eye reduction Metering Mode Flash chargin
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Introduction of other functions Other functions used when shooting or playing back can be operated using the Control button or MENU button on the camera. This camera is equipped with a Function Guide that allows you to easily select from the functions. While displaying the guide, try the other functions. Control button MENU Function Guide x Control button DISP (Screen Display Settings): Allows you to change the screen display. (Self-Timer): Allows you to use the self-timer. (Smile Shutter)
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White Balance Adjust color tones of an image. Focus Select the focus method. Select the metering mode that sets which part of the Metering Mode subject to measure to determine the exposure. Smile Detection Set the Smile Shutter function sensitivity for detecting Sensitivity smiles. The camera detects faces and adjusts various settings Face Detection automatically. Set DRO function to correct the brightness and contrast DRO and improve the image quality. Viewing Set the text-size increases an
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Format/Create REC. Folder/Change REC. Folder/Delete Memory Card REC. Folder/Copy/File Number * Tool Area Setting/Date & Time Setting Clock Settings * If a memory card is not inserted, (Internal Memory Tool) will be displayed and only [Format] and [File Number] can be selected. Number of still images and recordable time of movies The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. x Still images (Units: Images) Capacity Internal m
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Notes on using the camera Changing the language setting The screen language setting, press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Language Setting]. On use and care Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens. Notes on recording/playback � Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. � The cam
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On carrying Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera. On the battery � Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the battery. � Do not use a deformed or damaged battery. � Do not mix a used battery together with a new battery or different types of batteries. � Remove the batteries from the camera when you d
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Specifications Camera [Input and Output connectors] (USB)/A/V OUT terminal: [System] Video output Image device: Audio output (Monaural) 6.14 mm (1/2.9 type) color CCD, USB communication Primary color filter USB communication: Hi-Speed USB Total pixel number of camera: (USB 2.0) Approx. 10.3 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: [LCD screen] Approx. 10.1 Megapixels LCD panel: Lens: 4× zoom lens 6.7 cm (2.7 type) TFT drive f = 4.0 mm – 16.0 mm (28 mm – Total number of dots: 230 400 (
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Design and specifications are subject to Trademarks change without notice. � The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation. , “Cyber-shot,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “Memory Stick Duo” � Windows is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. � Macintosh is registered trademark of Apple Inc. � SDHC logo is trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. � In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general
