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Product Type Digital Camera
Brand AgfaPhoto
Model AP Optima 3
Dimensions (W x H x D) 98.5 mm x 57.3 mm x (21~24.8) mm
Weight (Body Only) Approx. 146 g
Power Source Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D016, 3.7V 700mAh
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) Approx. 180 shots
Effective Pixels 14.1 Megapixels
Image Sensor 1/2.3" CCD, 14.2 Megapixels
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent) 28 mm (Wide) ~ 224 mm (Tele)
Optical Zoom 8x
Digital Zoom 6x (Combined: 48x)
Display Size 3.0 inch
Display Resolution 230,400 pixels (LTPS TFT color LCD)
Internal Memory 32 MB (12 MB available)
External Memory SD/SDHC Card (Up to 16 GB)
ISO Sensitivity Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600/3200
Shutter Speed 4 ~ 1/2000 sec, Manual: 30 sec
Video Recording 1280x720p at 30fps/15fps, 640x480, 320x240
Flash Range (Wide/Tele, ISO 800) 0.3 m ~ 5.1 m (Wide), 1.0 m ~ 2.8 m (Tele)
Interface USB 2.0 / AV-Out (Integrated Proprietary Connector)
Operating Temperature 0 ~ 40 °C
Key Features Face Detection, Smile Detection, Blink Detection, OIS, Panorama, Scene Modes, Red-eye Removal

Frequently Asked Questions - AP Optima 3 AGFA

How do I charge the battery for the Agfa AP Optima 3?
Place the battery into the supplied charger, connect the charger to a wall outlet, and charge until the charger light turns green. For first use, charge for at least 4 hours. The charger is for indoor use only.
How do I insert the memory card and battery?
Open the battery compartment. Insert the battery observing correct polarity (use the side to press down the stopper). Insert an SD/SDHC card (not included, up to 16 GB) into the card slot. Close the compartment securely.
How can I transfer photos from the camera to my PC?
Ensure USB mode is set to PC in the Transmission menu. Connect the camera to your PC using the supplied USB cable. The camera will appear as a removable drive. Copy files to your PC as with any external drive. Safely disconnect using your OS.
What should I do if the camera does not turn on?
Check if the battery is charged and inserted correctly. If the battery is drained, replace with a fully charged one. Ensure the battery contacts are clean.
How do I clean the lens and LCD screen?
Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the lens and LCD screen. Do not use abrasive cleansers, alcohol-based, or solvent-based cleaners. For stubborn dirt, slightly dampen the cloth.
How do I set the date and time?
Press Menu, go to the Setup menu (wrench icon), select Date/Time, then use Left/Right to highlight fields and Up/Down to adjust. Press func/ok to confirm.
How do I use the Panorama mode?
Select Panorama mode from the mode menu. Choose the direction of stitching using Left/Right. Take the first shot. Then align the moving circle with the square frame (they turn green). The camera captures subsequent shots automatically. Up to 4 images can be stitched.
What does the error message 'Card error' mean?
The memory card may not be formatted or is incompatible. Format the card in the camera (Setup > File and Software > Format) or use a recommended SD/SDHC card up to 16 GB.
How can I reset the camera to factory settings?
Go to Setup > File and Software > Reset Settings. Select Yes to restore all settings to default. Note that this does not delete images on the memory card.
How does the Smile Detection feature work?
In shooting mode, press the Left/Face Detection button until the smile icon appears. Point the camera at a face; press the shutter button fully and release. The camera will automatically take a photo when the subject smiles. For best results, the subject's face should be large and facing the camera.

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WARNING

Do not expose the camera battery pack or other accessories to rain or humidity to prevent fire hazard or electric shock.

For customers in the U.S.A.

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

For customers in Europe

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"CE" mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements

for safety, health, environment and customer protection. "CE" marked cameras are intended for sales in Europe.

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This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate collection of electrical and electronic waste in the European

countries. Please do not throw the equipment into the waste. Please recycle and dispose of properly.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Name: OPTIMA 3

Trade Name: AgfaPhoto

Responsible Party:

Customer Care Hotline:

Germany: 0900 1000 042; 1,49€/ Min.

Europe: 00800 7529 2100

UK: +44 1908 488676,

Hong Kong: 852 3586 9168

Conforms to the following Standards:

EMC: EN 55022:1998/A1:2000/A2:2003 Class B

EN 55024:1998/A1:2001/A2:2003

EN 61000-3-2:2000/A1:2001

EN 61000-3-3:1995/A1:2001

following the provision of the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC, 2004/108/EEC)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Camera notes:

Do not store or use the camera in the following environments:

  • In the rain, and in humid or dusty environments.
  • In a place where the camera can be exposed directly to the sunlight or subject to high temperature, e.g. Inside a closed car in summer.
  • In a place where the camera is subject to a high magnetic field, e.g. near motors, transformers or magnets.

Do not place the camera on a wet surface or places where dripping water or sand may come in contact with the camera.

! If the camera will not be used for a long period of time, remove the battery and the memory card from the camera and store them in dry environment.

! If you carry the camera suddenly from a cold location to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camera. It is suggested that you wait for a while before turning on the camera.

! The warranty does not cover any type of data loss or corruption.

Battery notes:

! Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak, become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the following precautions.

  • Do not expose the batteries to water, and take particular care to keep the terminals dry.
  • Do not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire.
  • Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the batteries.

! Keep the batteries out of reach of babies and small children.

In cold locations, battery performance deteriorates and battery life is significantly shortened.

Memory card notes:

When using a new memory card, be sure to format the card with your digital camera before using it.

! Do not change or delete the folder names or file names in the memory card from your PC, the camera will not be able to display those edited files on the its LCD screen. To edit image data, copy the image data to the PC's hard disk first.

! The photos taken by this camera are stored in the auto-generated folder in SD card. Please do not store photos that are not taken by this model of camera, as this may make it impossible to recognize the picture when the camera is in playback mode.

BEFORE YOU START

Preface

Thank you for purchasing this AgfaPhoto digital camera. Please read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

© Copyright 2010 plawa-feinwerktechnik GmbH & Co. KG All rights reserved.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission of plawa-feinwerktechnik GmbH & Co. KG.

Trademarks

All trademarks mentioned in this manual are used for identification purposes only and are properties of their respective owners.

Safety Information

Please read the following important information carefully before using the product.

  • Do not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself.
  • Do not drop or knock the camera. Improper handling may damage the product.
  • Turn off the camera before inserting or removing the battery and memory card.
  • Use only the type of battery that comes with the camera. Using other types of batteries may damage the camera and void the warranty.
  • Do not touch the camera lens.
  • Please not expose the camera to harsh environments such as moisture, or extreme temperatures, which may shorten the life of your camera or damage the batteries.
  • Do not operate or store the camera in dusty, dirty, or sandy environments.

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  • Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.
  • Download all pictures and remove the batteries from the camera if you are going to store the camera for long periods of time.
  • Do not use abrasive cleansers, alcohol-based, or solvent-based cleaners to clean the camera. To clean, wipe the camera with a slightly damp soft cloth.

About This Manual

This manual provides you with instructions on how to use your AgfaPhoto digital camera. Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are accurate, however plawa-feinwerk-technik GmbH & Co. KG reserves the right to make changes without notice.

Symbols used in this manual

Throughout this manual, the following symbols are used to help you locate information quickly and easily:

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Indicates the useful information to know.

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Indicates precautions to be taken while operating the camera.

CONTENTS

WARNING ......i

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......ii

BEFORE YOU START ....1

Preface ....1

Copyright 1

Trademarks ....1

Safety information ....1

About this manual 2

Symbols used in this manual ....2

CONTENTS 3

GETTING READY 7

Unpacking 7

Camera Views 8

Charging the Battery ....10

Insert the Battery and SD/SDHC

Card (Not included) 11

Turning On and Off 13

Using the Mode Button 14

Setting Date/Time and Language 15

Setting the Date and Time 15

Setting the Language ......16

About the LCD Screen 17

BASIC OPERATION 18

Shooting in Auto Mode 18

Using the Zoom Function 18

Basic Functions Menu 19

Flash 19

Self-timer/Continuous Capture 20

Macro Mode 20

Exposure Compensation 20

Advanced Functions Menu 21

WB (White Balance) 22

ISO 22

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Quality 23

Size 23

Color 24

USING THE MODES 25

LCD Screen Display 25

Still Picture Mode Display 25

Video Shooting Mode Display 27

Playback Mode Display 28

Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) 29

Landscape 29

Portrait 29

Night Portrait 30

Backlit Portrait ....30

Night Landscape 30

Macro 30

Auto 30

Panorama 30

Manual Scene Mode (SCN) 32

Sport 32

Indoor 32

Snow 33

Fireworks 33

Museum 33

Night Landscape 33

Children 33

Leaf 33

Sunset 33

Glass 33

Landscape 33

Night Portrait 33

Face Detection 35

Smile Detection 36

Blink Detection 37

PLAYBACK 38

Viewing Photos and Videos 38

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Thumbnail View 39

Using Zoom on Playback (for still pictures only) 40

Using the Delete Button 41

USING THE MENUS 42

Still Picture Menu 42

AF Mode (Auto-Focus mode) 43

AF-Assist Beam 43

Continuous AF .....44

Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) .. ......44

Continuous Shot 45

Date Imprint 46

Quick Review 46

Digital Zoom 47

Slow Shutter 47

Blink Detection 48

OIS Stabilization 48

Movie Menu 49

Continuous AF .....50

Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) .. .....50

Playback Menu 51

Protect 51

Delete 52

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) .....53

Trim 54

HDR-High Dynamic Range 54

Resize 55

Rotate 55

Red-eye Reduction 56

Display Setup 56

Slideshow 57

Wallpaper Settings 57

Menu Wallpaper 58

Startup Screen 58

Back To Default 59

Setup Menu 60

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Beep 61

LCD Brightness 61

Power Saver 62

Zone 62

Date/Time 63

Language 63

File and Software 63

Format Memory 63

File Numbering 64

Copy to Card (Copy internal memory to memory card) 64

Reset Settings 65

FW Version (Firmware version) ......65

Transmission 66

Video System 66

Connecting to a PC 67

Setting the USB Mode 67

Transferring Files to your PC 67

APPENDICES 69

Specifications : OPTIMA 3 ......69

Error Messages 73

Troubleshooting 75

Customer Care 76

GETTING READY

Unpacking

Your package should contain the camera model you purchased along with the following items. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact plawa-feinwerktechnik GmbH & Co. KG.

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CD-ROMWarranty Card
Wrist Strap

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USB Cable

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Battery chargerRechargeable Lithi

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Camera Views

Front View Back View
① ② ③ ASTRA MICRO

Right View
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Top View
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Bottom View
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Left View
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1 Flash 11 Function/OK Button2 Lens 12 USB/AV Port3 AF assist beam/Timer indicator 13 Wrist4 LCD Screen 14 Power Button5 Mode Selection Button 15 Playback6 Menu Button 16 Shutter Button7 Disp/Up Button 17 Zoom Wheel8 Flash Mode/Right Button 18 Tripod9 Delete Button/Down Button 19 Speaker10 Face Detection/Left button 20
Strap MountButtonMount PointMemory Card/Battery Compartment

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Charging the Battery

  1. Place the battery into the charger as shown.
  2. Plug the one end of the connecting cable (plug adapter) into the charger base.
  3. Plug the other end of the connecting cable into a wall outlet.

Diagram showing a device with labeled components and an electrical outlet, illustrating electrical switch or socket installation.

Leave the battery to charge until the charger light turns green. (To maximize battery life, the first charge should be at least 4 hours)
The charger is for indoor use only.

Insert the Battery and SD/SDHC Card (Not included)

  1. Open the battery compartment.

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  1. Insert the battery while observing the correct polarity. Use the side of battery to press down the stopper as shown, allowing the battery to lock into place properly.

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  1. Insert an SD/SDHC card (not included) into the memory card slot as shown.

  2. Close the battery compartment.

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MOUNTED ON/OFFIC 3.0

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Optional SD/SDHC cards are not included. The use of 64 MB to 16 GB memory cards from recognized manufacturers such as SanDisk, Panasonic and Toshiba is recommended for reliable data storage.

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To remove the SD/SDHC card, open the battery compartment and gently push the card to release it. Pull the card out carefully.

Turning On and Off

Press the Power button to turn the camera on. To turn off the camera, press the Power button again.

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When the camera is turned on, it will be at the same shooting mode based on the last use. You can use the Mode button on the back to change modes. When using the camera for the first-time, the language setup page will appear. Please see page 15 or the Quick Start Guide in the package for details.

Using the Mode Button

The AgfaPhoto camera provides a convenient mode Button that allows you to switch between different modes easily. After pressing the mode button to enter mode selection menu, press Left/Right button to choose the mode, press func to select. All the available modes are listed as follows:

Mode Name IconDescription
Auto mode[2K67]The camera sets all the settings automatically.
Manual mode[300Z]Switch to take still pictures in manual mode, where many camera settings can be configured. (Recommended for advanced users only)
Panorama modeAGFA AP Optima 3 - Using the Mode Button - 1Switch to capture 4 shots and stitch them together into a panoramic photo.
Scene modeAGFA AP Optima 3 - Using the Mode Button - 2Switch to take still pictures in 12 different scene types by your choice.
Movie modeAGFA AP Optima 3 - Using the Mode Button - 3Switch to record videos.
ASCN modeAGFA AP Optima 3 - Using the Mode Button - 4Switch to have the camera automatically select the best scene type for still pictures.
PortraitAGFA AP Optima 3 - Using the Mode Button - 5Switch to take portrait pictures.

Setting Date/Time and Language

Setting the Date and Time

  1. Press the menu button. Scroll over to the General Setup menu indicated by a wrench icon. Use the Up/Down button to select Date/Time. Then press the Right button to enter the setting.
  2. Press the Left/Right to highlight each field and use the Up/Down to adjust the value.
  3. Press the func ok button to confirm the setting.

General Setup Beep Mute LCD Brightness Auto Power Saver Date/Time 1 2010/03/01 15:14 World Time Home Language English SELECT OK MENU:

Date / Time Y-M-D H-M 2010,01,01 00:19 24hr BACK

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Setting the Language

  1. Press the menu button. Scroll over to the General Setup menu indicated by a wrench icon. Use the Up/Down button to go to the Language. Then press the Right button to enter the setting.
  2. Use the Left/Right buttons to select the desired language.
  3. Press the func button to confirm the setting.

General Setup Beep On LCD Brightness Auto Power Sover Date/Time 2010/01/01 00:20 World Time Home Language | English SELECT OK MENU:

Language 繁體中文 Español 简体中文 Portugues 日本語 Italiano 한국어 Deutsch ►English Pусский Français Svenska BACK

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The Date/Time and Language setup will automatically appear when the camera is turned on the first time.

About the LCD Screen

When you turn the camera on, various icons are shown on the LCD screen to indicate the current camera settings and status. To learn more about the displayed icons, see "LCD Screen display" on page 25.

LCD Screen notes:

Extremely high-precision technology has been used to manufacture the LCD screen so that most of the pixels are operational for use. However, there may be some minute points (black, white, red, blue or green) that constantly appear on the LCD screen. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and the recording is not affected in any way.

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Avoid exposing the LCD screen to water; please remove any moisture on the LCD screen with a soft dry cleaning cloth.

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If the LCD monitor is damaged, take particular care with the liquid crystal in the monitor. If any of the following situations arise, take the recommended immediate action indicated below:

  • If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin, wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with soap and running water.
  • If liquid crystal gets into your eye, flush the affected eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes and then seek medical assistance.
  • If liquid crystal is swallowed, flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seek medical assistance immediately.

BASIC OPERATION

Shooting in Auto Mode

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Auto mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While operating in this mode, the camera automatically optimizes your photos for best results.

To start shooting, do the following:

  1. Press Power to turn the camera on.
  2. In the Mode menu, select the Auto mode [
  3. Compose your picture on the LCD screen and press the Shutter button halfway to focus on the subject.
  4. The focus frame in the middle of the LCD will turn to green when the subject is properly in focus.
  5. Press Shutter fully to capture the image.

Using the Zoom Function

Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom. Use zoom control at the top of the camera to zoom in or out on your subject while taking pictures.

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Street photo with visible store signboards and a close-up of two smiling women's faces

Zoom indicator [See "Digital Zoom" on page 47]

When the optical factor reaches its maximum value, it stops momentarily. Release and push the zoom wheel again, and the optical zoom will switch over to digital zoom automatically. After the adjustment, the zoom indication scale hides immediately, and the current zoom status is indicated by the following symbol

Basic Functions Menu

The Basic Function Menus of the camera include Flash, Self-timer, Macro Capture, and Exposure Compensation.

Set the basic functions as per the following steps:

  1. Pull up the Basic Function Menus by pressing Right/Flash button.

disp func ok Flash: Auto

  1. Press Left/Right button to select the settings of the required function.
  2. Press func button to confirm the settings and exit the menu, or press Down button to enter the selection screen of Basic Function.

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  1. Press Left/Right button to select the basic functions required to set, press Up button to enter the setting screen for selecting basic functions, or press function button to confirm the settings and exit the screen.

Flash

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Flash: Auto

Camera flash fires if camera determines it is needed.

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Flash: Red-eye reduction

Red eye is caused by the subject looking directly at the flash and the resulting light reflecting off of the retina of the eye. Red eye is eliminated by firing a smaller initial flash prior to the main flash to cause the subject not to look directly at the flash.

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Flash: Forced flash Flash always fires.
- Flash: Forced off Flash is turned off.
- Flash: Slow Synchro This allows you to take pictures of people at night that clearly show the subject. The shutter is held open longer to allow more light to the image sensor.
- Flash: Red-Eye+Slow Synchro Using this mode for slow synchro shots with red-eye reduction.

Self-timer/Continuous Capture

• Self-timer: 2 sec A single picture is shot 2 seconds after the Shutter button is pressed.
• Self-timer: 10 sec A single picture is shot 10 seconds after the Shutter button is pressed.
• Self-timer: Unlimited Pictures are shot continuously when the Shutter button is pressed down based on the Continuous Shot settings in the menu. (See "Continuous Shot" on page 45).

• OFF Self-timer: Off Disables the self-timer.

Macro Mode

- Macro: On Select this to focus on subjects 5cm from the lens. - Macro: Off Select this option to disable Macro.

Exposure Compensation

The exposure compensation allows you to adjust the light exposure value and shoot the best photo.

EV-03 1 3 - | | | | | | | | | + - 0 3

The adjustable range of exposure value is from EV -2.0 to EV+2.0.

Advanced Functions Menu

The Advanced Functions Menu of the camera include Image Size, Image Quality, White Balance, Image Color and ISO.

Set the advanced functions as follows.

  1. Pull up the Advanced Function Menu by pressing func ok button.

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  1. Press Left/Right button to select the settings of the required function.

  2. Press func button to confirm the settings and exit the menu, or press Down button to enter the selection screen of Advanced Functions.

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  1. Press Left/Right button to select the advanced functions required to set, press Up button to enter the setting screen for selecting advanced functions, or press function button to confirm the settings and exit the screen

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WB [White Balance]

The White Balance allows you to adjust the color temperature under different lighting conditions. (The WB setting is only available when the camera is in the Manual mode).

Press the shutter button to set WB. WR Manual

The options of White Balance include:

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WB: Auto

WB: Daylight

WB: Cloudy
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WB: Fluorescent
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WB: Fluorescent CWF
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WB: Incandescent

WB: Manual (Press the shutter button to set WB.)

ISO

The ISO function allows you to set the sensitivity of the camera sensor to light. To improve the performance in darker environments, a higher ISO value is required. On the other hand, a lower ISO value is needed when in bright conditions. (The ISO setting is only available when the camera is in the

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Manual mode).

Pictures at higher ISO will naturally have more noise than those at lower ISO.

ISO:1600 AUTO 100 200 400 800 1600 3200 8M 100 200 400 800 1600 ISO 1600

The options of ISO include automatic, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 and 3200.

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The available ISO values vary on different camera models.

Quality

The quality setting determines how much the camera compresses the photo files. The higher the compression, the smaller the file size will be, but the quality will decrease. The lower the compression, the larger the file size, but the better the quality.

Quality: Fine 8M 1600 1600

The three levels of compression are:

• Quality: Best
• Quality: Fine
• Quality: Normal

Size

The size setting refers to the image resolution in pixels. A higher image resolution allows you to print that image in larger sizes without degrading the image quality.

Size: High quality printing L1M 12M 10M 8M 5M 3M 2M 03M 14M 100 1600

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The larger the pictures are, the bigger the file sizes are and the less pictures you can store on a memory card.

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Color

The color setting allows you to add artistic effects directly when taking pictures. You can try different color tones to alter the mood of your pictures. (The Color setting is only available when the camera is in the Manual mode).

Color: Vivid 8M 1000

The color options include:

• OFF Color: Auto
• VI Color: Vivid
• BW Color: Black & White
• SE Color: Sepia

USING THE MODES

LCD Screen Display

Still Picture Mode Display
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1 Shooting Mode Icons

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Auto mode

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Manual mode

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ASCN mode

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Scene mode

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Panorama mode

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Portrait

2 AF Mode

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Single-AF

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Multi-AF

3 Expo Metering

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Spot

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Center

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4 Image Size

5 Image Quality

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6 Remaining number of pictures
7 Memory card/built-in memory
8 Battery Status
9 WT Ratio (Displayed only when zoom is activated)
10 Zoom
11 Exposure
12 ISO Value (Adjustable only in Manual Mode)
13 Histogram
14 Focus Frame
15 Slow Shutter Warning
16 Continuous Shot
17 Face Detection
18 OIS

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Continuous ON

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In shooting

19 Picture Color [Adjustable only in Manual Mode]
20 White Balance (Adjustable only in Manual Mode)
21 Macro Mode

22 Self-timer

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Self-timer: 2 sec

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Self-timer: 10 sec

23 Flash Mode

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Flash: Auto

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Flash: Red-eye reduction

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Flash: Forced flash

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Flash: Forced off

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Flash: Slow Synchro

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Flash:Red-Eye+Slow Synchro

Video Shooting Mode Display

Mode :

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1 Video Mode icon
2 Continuous AF
3 Metering

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Spot

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Center

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AiAE

4 Image Size
5 Macro mode

6 Self-timer

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Self-timer: 2 sec

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Self-timer: 10 sec

7 Remaining Time for Video Recording
8 Memory Card/Built-in Memory
9 Battery Status
10 WT Ratio (Displayed only when zoom is activated)
11 Zoom
12 Exposure
13 OIS

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Continuous ON

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In shooting

14 Recording Status Icon

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Recording standby

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Recording

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In order to shoot video, it is recommended that an SD card be used.

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When shooting video, the optical zoom is disabled.

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Playback Mode Display

Mode: ▶

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  1. Play Mode icon
  2. Picture File
  3. File protection
  4. Picture Number
  5. Memory Card/Built-in Memory
  6. Battery Status
  7. Image Zoom
  8. The current display area
  9. Zoom area shown
  10. Memory Space (this picture/Total number of pictures)
    11.Recording Date and Time
  11. OK:PLAY
    13.DPOF file

Auto Scene Mode (ASCN)

In the "ASCN" mode, different conditions are detected intelligently and the most suitable settings will be automatically selected.

To use "ASCN":

  1. Press Mode Selection button to select ASCN mode, LCD screen will be shown as follows.

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natural_image Two smiling women outdoors, one with camera icons on face (no text or symbols visible)
  1. Hold the camera steadily and aim at the subject. The optimum scene mode will be identified automatically.
  2. Press the Shutter button halfway down to focus.
  3. Press the Shutter button all the way down to take the picture.
IconMode name IconMode name
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) - 2Landscape ModeAGFA AP Optima 3 - Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) - 3Night Landscape Mode
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) - 4Portrait Mode MaAGFA AP Optima 3 - Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) - 5 Mode
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) - 6Night Portrait Auto Mode
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) - 7Backlit Portrait

Landscape Mode

For landscapes, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure to match the background.

Portrait Mode

For portraits, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure and skin tones to give clear pictures.

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Night Portrait

When you shoot portraits at night, or in low light conditions, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure for people and night scenes.

Backlit Portrait

When the sun or any other light source is behind you, ASCN will automatically adjust the foreground exposure to produce good pictures.

Night Landscape Mode

For night scenes, ASCN will automatically increase the ISO value to compensate for low light.

Macro Mode

To capture object detail for close-ups, ASCN will automatically adjust the focus.

Auto Mode

The camera automatically adjusts the exposure and focus to ensure good pictures.

Panorama

Panorama Mode allows you to create a panoramic picture by stitching together several pictures.

Follow these steps to create a panoramic picture:

  1. Press Mode Selection button to select Panorama Synthesis mode

  2. Use the Left/Right buttons to specify the direction of picture taking, if no choice is made in 2 seconds the panoramic sequence will commence automatically.

  3. Compose the first view of the panoramic picture on the LCD screen and press the Shutter button to capture.

  4. After the first shot is taken, two target icons will appear on the left and right side of the LCD screen. Pan the camera in the specified direction and the circle will move towards the square frame icon. When the circle icon and square frame overlap they will become green and the camera will capture the next picture automatically.

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  1. The camera will then stitch the pictures automatically.
  2. Press the playback button to enter Playback mode and review the result.

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Pictures cannot be deleted, nor the zoom adjusted until the series is finalized.

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2\~4 images can be stitch together.

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Manual Scene Mode (SCN)

In Manual Scene mode, you can select from a total of 12 scene types to match your needs. You just need to select the right scene for the occasion and the camera will automatically adjust to the optimal settings for you.

Press the modaton, select "SCN" with the Left/Right button, and the LCD screen will show the figures as below.

For fast-moving subjects. Capture sharp action shots without blur.

Select a scene using the Left/Right button and press the function button.

Icon Mode Name Icon Mode Name
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Manual Scene Mode (SCN) - 2Sport Indoor
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Manual Scene Mode (SCN) - 3Snow Fireworks
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Manual Scene Mode (SCN) - 4MuseumNight Landscape
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Manual Scene Mode (SCN) - 5Children Leaf
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Manual Scene Mode (SCN) - 6Sunset Glass
AGFA AP Optima 3 - Manual Scene Mode (SCN) - 7Landscape NightPortrait

Sport

For fast-moving subjects. Capture sharp action shots without blur.

Indoor

For indoors. Reduce blur and improve color accuracy.

Snow

For snow scenes. Reproduce natural and clear white scenes.

Fireworks

For fireworks at night. Slow shutter speed adjusted for brilliant images.

Museum

For museum or flash-free area. Retain color and reduce blur.

Night Landscape

For night scenes. Use of tripod is recommended.

Children

For kids and pets. Flash is disabled for eye protection.

Leaf

For plants. Capture brilliant shots of greenery and blossoms.

Sunset

For sunsets. Capture subjects in strong sunlight.

Glass

For objects behind transparent glass.

Landscape

For landscapes. Vivid reproduction of green and blue.

Night Portrait

For portraits against night time scenery.

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Size A3 printing 14M 12M 9.0M 5M 3M 10.0M 50M SCN

  1. After selecting the scene type, press the func ok button to select.
  2. To select a different scene type, press the func ok button to enter the main function menu. Then press it again to return to the to Scene selection menu.

The main function menu also allows you to adjust the image quality and image size. Please refer to the "Advanced Functions Menu" section on page 21 for detailed instructions.

Face Detection

The Face Detection mode will detect and enhance facial features.

  1. In Shooting mode, press the Left/Face Detection button to turn on the Face Detection and an icon [ ] appears on the LCD.

  2. Hold the camera securely, and point the camera towards the subject to start the face detection process. When the camera detects a face, a white rectangular frame will be drawn around the face. (Note: For best results, the face of the subject should be relatively large on the LCD screen, and the subject should be facing the camera as front on as possible.)

  3. Press Shutter halfway to focus on the subject.

  4. Press Shutter fully to capture the image.

  5. Press the Left/Face Detection button to turn off Face Detection.

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natural_image Close-up portrait of two smiling women outdoors, one with green bounding box highlighting face area (no text or symbols)

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Smile Detection

With the "Smile Detection" feature, the camera automatically detects and captures a person smiling.

  1. In Shooting mode, press the Left/Face Detection button to turn on Smile Detection and an icon [ ] appears on the LCD.
  2. Point the camera at the subject until the subject's face is detected and bracketed by a square box. Press the Shutter button all the way down and release the Shutter button. The camera will now 'wait' for the subject to smile.
  3. When the subject smiles, the camera will automatically release the shutter and capture the photo.
  4. To disable Smile Detection function, please press Left or Shutter button.

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A face must be detected by the camera in order for smile detection to function correctly.

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For optimal detection results, the subject should be framed to occupy most of the screen space.

The Blink Detection feature is on by default, and after taking each photo, a warning message will pop up if a blink has been detected in the photo.

  1. In any Still Shooting modes, press the menu button to enter the photo menu.
  2. Switch between different Photo Setup menus and Camera Setup menus using the Left/Right button, and select the "Blink Detection" setting using the Up/Down button.
  3. Use the Right navigation buttons to enter the submenu, and select "On" option.
  4. Press the func ok button to confirm the setting and exit the menu.
  5. Press the Shutter button fully to capture the image. A warning message will be shown on the LCD immediately after detecting someone has blinked in the picture.

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A face must be detected by the camera in order for smile detection to function correctly.

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For optimal detection results, the subject should be framed to occupy most of the screen space.

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natural_image Portrait of a smiling woman in a mobile phone interface (no readable text or symbols)

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natural_image Portrait of a smiling woman in a dimly lit room with a circular logo on the wall (no visible text or symbols)

PLAYBACK

Viewing Photos and Videos

To view the captured photos and video clips on the LCD screen:

  1. Press ▶ button to go to the Playback mode. The last recorded photo or video clip is displayed.
  2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through the photos or video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card.
  3. To play a selected video clip, press the func ok button to enter the movie playback mode.

During video playback, the operating instructions will appear on the screen. Press the Left/Right button, and press the button for confirmation.

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The operating instruction icons are as follows.

1 First Frame 4 Back
2 Play 5 Rewind
3 Fast Forward 6 Pause

During video playback, you can press the Up/Down button to adjust the volume.

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Thumbnail View

In Playback mode, turn the zoom control to display thumbnails of pictures and video clips on the LCD screen.

  1. Display thumbnail with 2x2, 3x3 and 4x4 by switching the Zoom lever.
  2. Use Up/Down/Left/Right to select a photo or video clip to view.

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If the indicator appears on the LCD, then a movie file is currently being displayed.

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Press the func button to restore a preview icon to its original image size.

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Using Zoom Playback (for still pictures only)

When playing photo, you can also use zoom lever to zoom in it (2\~8) times.

  1. Press ▶ button to go to the Playback mode.
  2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select a photo to magnify.
  3. Adjust the Zoom lever to the side TO to zoom in the photo.
  4. Use the Zoom Wheel to enlarge the image. The zoom indication area will be shown by the icons in the lower right corner of the display screen.

  5. Use the navigation buttons to pan across the image.

  6. Press the func ok button to return the image to its original scale.

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Movie images cannot be magnified.

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Using the Delete Button

In Playback mode, you can press the Down/Delete button to delete pictures or videos.

To delete pictures or videos:

  1. Press ▶ button to go to the Playback mode.
  2. Select a picture or video clip you want to delete with the Left/Right button.
  3. Press the Down/Delete button and the delete screen appears.

Delete Yes Back

  1. Select Yes or Back with Up/Down button and press the func button for confirmation.

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Erased photos/video clips cannot be recovered.

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Please refer to page 52 for instructions on the Delete Menu options.

USING THE MENUS

Still Picture Menu

Mode:

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In any of the above Still Picture Modes, press the menu button to go to the Still Picture menu.

To adjust each setting:

  1. In the Still Picture menu, switch between different Photo Setup or Camera Setup pages using the Left/Right button, to select the page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button.

PHOTO SETUP1 AF Mode Single AF AF Assist Beam On Expo Metering AiAE Continuous Shot Unlimited Continuous AF Off Blink detection On SELECT OK MENU:

  1. Press the Up/Down buttons to select the function.

  2. Press the Right button to go to the submenu.

PHOTO SETUP1 AF Mode Single AF Multi AF BACK

  1. Press Up/Down button to select an option or press the Left or m button to return to the menu.

  2. Press the func ok button for confirmation and exit the menu.

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After selecting a function, you can press the Up button to return to the Still Picture menu for other Photo Setup or Camera Setup pages. Or you can press the Down button several times to move to the next setup menu page.

Refer to the following pages for more details about each setting.

AF Mode (Auto-Focus mode)

Use this setting to control the auto-focus mechanism while taking pictures.

PHOTO SETUP1 AF Mode Single AF Multi AF BACK

Two options are available:

  • Single AF: The focus frame appears on the center of the LCD screen to focus on the subject.
  • Multi AF: The camera uses multiple parts of the picture to correctly focus.

AF Assist Beam

This option can turn on or turn off AF assist lamp. The AF assist lamp assists the camera in focusing correctly in low light conditions. It is not recommended that this be turned off or the camera may not focus correctly.

PHOTO SETUP1 AF Assist Beam Off On BACK

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Continuous AF

The camera continuously focuses as the subject moves such as a sports player.

PHOTO SETUP1 Off On Continuous AF BACK

Expo Metering (Exposure Metering)

This setting determines what part of the picture the camera uses to determine the correct exposure for the whole picture.

PHOTO SETUP.1 Spot Center AIAE Expo Metering BACK

Three options are available:

  • Spot
  • Center
    • AiAE (Artificial Intelligence AE)

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Continuous Shot

Use this setting to perform continuous shooting. Once in this mode, you must continuously hold down the Shutter button to take multiple frames.

Continuous Shot Unlimited 3 Shots 3 Shots(Last) Time-Lapse 30sec BACK

Four options are available:

  • Continuous shooting: Press and hold the shutter to shoot continuously until you release the shutter or when the memory card has run out of space.
    • 3 shot: Capture up to 3 consecutive pictures.
    • 3 shots (Last): Capture pictures continuously until the Shutter button is released but only the last 3 shots are recorded.
  • Time-Lapse: Automatically capture pictures in a predefined interval.

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The flash is designed not to work in this mode in order to enable quick succession of shots.

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Continuous Shot can only be selected in Self-timer Mode.

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Date Imprint

Include a Date/Time stamp in the photo image.

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  • Off
  • Date
  • Date and Time

Quick Review

This setting refers to the quick photo review immediately after taking a picture. The picture stays on the LCD screen for an adjustable period of time.

PHOTO SETUP2 Quick Review off 1 sec 2 sec 3 sec BACK

Four options are available:

  • Off
    • 1 sec
    • 2 sec
    • 3 sec

Digital Zoom

Use this setting to enable or disable the digital zoom function. When disabled, only the optical zoom is enabled.

PHOTO SETUP2 Digital Zoom Off On BACK

Slow Shutter

In Slow shutter mode, the shutter will remain open as long as the Shutter button is pressed. This gives you complete control over the duration of exposure.

(The slow shutter mode is available only in manual mode.)

Slow Shutter Long-time exposure may easily cause overexposure. Off BACK

- Manual : To set a long exposure time between 2\~30 sec.

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The use of tripod is recommended for prolonged exposure.

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The Blink Detection feature is on by default, and after taking each photo, a warning message will pop up if a blink was detected in the photo.

PHOTO SETUP1 Off On Blink detection BACK

  • Off
    . On

OIS Stabilization

Turning on the OIS Stabilization will avoid blurred images caused by hand shake and deliver sharper photos. (This function is not available in panorama mode.)

PHOTO SETUP2 Continuous ON in shooting Off OIS BACK

  • Continuous ON
    • In shooting
  • Off

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Shooting in a windy or unstable environment (such as moving vehicle) may cause blurred images.

Movie Menu

Mode:

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In the Movie Mode, press the button to go to the corresponding Movie menu.

To configure each setting:

  1. In the Movie menu, switch between the Movie Setup or different Camera Setup pages using the Left/Right button, select the page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button.

Movie Setup Expo Metering Continuous AF OFF SELECT OK MENU:

  1. Press the Up/Down button to select the function and press the Right button to go to the

submenu.

Movie Setup Expo Metering Spot Center AIAE BACK

  1. Press the Up/Down button to select an option or the Left or m button to return to the menu.
  2. Press the func ok button for confirmation and exit the menu.

Refer to the following pages for more details about each setting.

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Continuous AF

The camera continuously focuses as the subject moves such as a sports player.

Movie Setup Continuous AF Off On BACK

Expo Metering (Exposure Metering)

This setting determines what part of the picture the camera uses to determine the correct exposure for the whole picture.

Movie Setup Expo Metering Spot Center AiAE BACK

Three options are available:

  • Spot
  • Center
    • AiAE (Artificial Intelligence AE)

Playback Menu

Mode : ▶

In Playback mode, press the button to enter the Playback menu.

PLAYBACK SETUP1 Protect Delete DPOF Resize Rotate Red-eye Reduction SELECT OK MENU:

Please refer to the following sections for detailed instructions on the various menu options.

Protect

To prevent any pictures or videos from being accidentally erased, use this setting to lock one or all of the files.

Protect One All Reset BACK

To protect/unprotect a picture or video:

  1. Press button and find the picture or video you want to protect by using Left/Right button. Once it is displayed on the screen, go to the Playback menu and select Protect settings.

  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select One to protect this picture/video, or select All to protect all pictures/videos in the internal memory or memory card. Then press the Right navigation button to enter the submenu.

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  1. Press the function button to select Yes to lock. For locked picture/video, use Unlock option to unlock it.
  2. A key (On) icon will appear on the top of the screen to indicate that the picture/video is protected. Select Back with Up/Down navigation buttons to return into the Playback menu.
  3. Select Reset on the Protection setting to remove protection for all files that have been placed in the protected mode.

Delete

There are two ways to delete files.

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- Delete One:

  1. On the Delete setting, select One and press the Right button.
  2. Using the Left/Right buttons, locate the photo or movie file to be deleted. Select Yes (to delete file) or No (to return to the previous menu) using the Up/Down buttons, then press the button to confirm.

- Delete All:

  1. On the Delete setting, select All and then press the Right button.
  2. Using the Up/Down buttons, select Yes (to delete all files) or No (to cancel and return to the previous menu).

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The "Indicator means a file is protected. File protection must be removed first before a file can be deleted.

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Deleting files will cause DPOF settings to be reset.

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)

DPOF allows you to record your selection of pictures that you would like to print, and will save your selection in the memory card, so that you can simply hand your memory card to a photo kiosk without having to tell them in person which photos you would like to print.

DPOF One All Reset BACK

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Trim

The Trim setting allows you select an area of the photo you want to keep and then save it as a new photo.

To trim a picture:

  1. Select the Trim setting from the menu.
  2. Using the Left/Right buttons, locate the photo that you want to crop and have it displayed on the LCD, that you need to press "YES" if the image is chosen.
  3. Use the zoom buttons and navigation buttons to adjust the trimming box to fit the location and size of the new picture.

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  1. "Save Changes?" prompt will display after pressing func ok button, select "O" to confirm the changes and save the image, or select "X" to cancel the changes and return to the screen of trim prompt.

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The image can not be cropped again when it is cropped to 640X480.

HDR-High Dynamic Range

With the HDR function, pictures that may be overexposed may be corrected to optimize the highlights and lowlights captured to more accurately represent the real scene.

  1. Select HDR setting in ▶ menu as described previously.
  2. Press Left and Right button to find picture you want to optimize and then select Yes to perform HDR optimization or select Return to go back to Playback menu.

HDR Yes Back

  1. After using HDR function, the image will be saved as a new file, and the original file is still stored in the memory.

Resize

This setting allows you to resize a picture to a specified resolution, and saves it as a new picture.

  1. Select the Resize setting from the Playback menu as described previously.

Resize ►1024X763 640X480 Back

  1. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select a picture to resize.
  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select a resolution (1024X768 or 640X480) to resize the image or Back to cancel and return to the Playback menu.
  3. Press the func ok button to confirm the setting.

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Resizing an image creates a new file that contains the image in the size you select. The file with the original image also remains in memory.

Rotate

You can use this setting to change the picture orientation of the picture.

  1. Select the Rotate setting from the Playback menu as described previously.
  2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select a picture to rotate.
  3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select the direction for rotation or Back to cancel and return to the Playback menu.

Rotate ▶ Clockwise Rotation Amiclockwise Rotation Back

  1. Press the func button to confirm the setting.

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Red-eye Reduction

Use this setting to remove red eye in your photos.

  1. Select the Red-eye Reduction in Playback menu as described previously.
  2. Use the Left/Right button to select the picture from which the red eye needs to be removed.

  3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Yes to fix the selected image or Back to cancel and return to the Playback menu.

Red-Eye Reduction Yes Back

  1. Press the func button to confirm the setting.

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For best results, the face of the subject should be relatively large on the LCD screen, the subject should be facing the camera as front on as possible, and the red eyes should be as large as possible.

Display Setup

Mode:

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Press button in Playback mode to enter Display Setup menu.

Display Setup Slideshow Wallpapers Setting SELECT OK MENU:

Refer to the following sections for details of every setting.

Slideshow

This setting allows you to view all the stored pictures as a slideshow.

  1. Select the slideshow menu, press the right button to enter the options menu.
  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Effect, Interval time, or Repeat and use the Left / Right navigation buttons to adjust the setting.

Slideshow Start Cancel Effect Type 1 Interval 1 sec Repeat On BACK

  1. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Start to run the slideshow or Cancel to return to the Playback menu.
  2. Press the func ok button to confirm the setting.

Wallpaper Settings

Use this setting to select your favorite picture to use as a background on the LCD screen.

  1. Press Down button to select the Wallpaper Setting menu.

Display Setup Slideshow Wallpapers Setting SELECT OK MENU:

  1. Press Right button, and the camera will enter the Wallpaper Setting interface.

Wallpapers Setting Menu Wallpaper AgfaPhoto Welcome Wallpaper AgfaPhoto Set back to defaults BACK

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Use Up/Down button to select the Menu Wallpaper option, press func button to confirm or press Left button to return to last page, and press menu exit the menu.

Wallpapers Setting Menu Wallpaper User AgfaPhoto Sparkling BACK

  • User
  • AgfaPhoto
  • Sparkling

Startup Screen

Use Up/Down button to select the Startup Screen option, press func do confirm or press Left button to return to last page, and press mtou exit the menu.

Wallpapers Setting Welcome Wallpaper User AgfaPhoto BACK

  • User
  • AgfaPhoto

Back To Default

Use Up/Down button to select Back To Default, press func okto confirm or press Left button to return to last page, and press mteu exit the menu.

Wallpapers Setting Yes No Set back to defaults BACK

  • Yes
  • No

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Setup Menu

Mode

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The Setup menu for the camera is available in all modes. Each menu page can be selected by pressing the button and switching between menus with the Left/Right button.

General Setup Beep Mute LCD Brightness Auto Power Saver Date/Time 2010/03/01 15:14 World Time Home Language English SELECT OK MENU:

To adjust the settings:

  1. Select the menu page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button.

  2. Switch between different functions with the Up/Down button.

  3. Press the Right button to enter the submenu.

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After selecting a function option, you can press the Up button to return to the menu for other Camera Setup pages. Or you can press the Down button to switch to the next menu page.

Refer to the following pages for more details about each setting.

Beep

Use this setting to adjust the volume of beep when buttons are pressed and change the tones for Shutter button, self-timer, and power-on/power-off.

To change this setting:

  1. Select the Beep setting from the Setup menu as described previously.
  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to switch between volume, shutter tone, key tone, self-timer tone, and power tone fields.

Beep Volume\Mute Shutter Tone 1 Key Tone 1 Self-Timer Tone 1 Power Tone 1 BACK

  1. Press the Right button, press the Up/Down button to adjust volume and change tone, and press the function button to confirm setting.

LCD Brightness

Use this setting to adjust the brightness of your LCD screen.

  1. Select the LCD Brightness setting from the Setup menu as described previously.
  2. Select auto or adjust the brightness level using the Left/Right button, and press the function to confirm the setting.

LCD Brightness Auto MENU:

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Power Saver

This setting allows you to save power and get the maximum possible running time for your battery. Follow the steps below to turn off the LCD screen and camera automatically after a period of inactivity.

  1. Select the Power Save setting from the Setup menu as described previously.
  2. Press the Up/Down button to select the power items for the screen and camera and press the Right button.

Power Saver LCD Off OFF Camera Off OFF BACK

  1. Press the Up/Down button to adjust the selected item. Both items have the following options:

  2. Turn off the LCD: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, and off.

  3. Turn off the camera: 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, and off.

  4. Press the func button to confirm.

Zone

The Zone setting is a useful function on your overseas trips. This feature enables you to display the local time on the LCD screen while you are overseas.

  1. Select the Zone setting from the Setup menu as described previously. The world time screen appears.
  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to switch between the hometown [ ] and travel destination [ ] fields.
  3. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select a city close to the desired time zone. Then press the function button to confirm.

World Time Midway, Samoa 0 Rising Samoa MENU:

Date/Time

See "Setting the Date and Time" section on page 15.

Language

See "Setting the Language" section on page 16.

File and Software

Format Memory

Please note: formatting enables you to delete all contents in the memory card and built-in memory, including protected photo and movie files.

To use this setting:

  1. Select the Format in File and Software menu.
  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select
    Yes or No. Then press the function button to confirm.

Format Memory Doing so will clear all data. No Yes BACK

  1. The current media is formatted.

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File Numbering

After you take a picture or video clip, the camera will save it as file that ends with a serial number. You can use this item to choose whether the file is consecutively numbered or begins with 1 and is saved in another folder on the memory card.

  1. Select the File Name in File and Software menu.
  2. Select the option with the Up/Down button and press the func button for confirmation.

File Numbering Create a new directory and reset the file number. ►Continue Reset BACK

Copy to Card (Copy internal memory to memory card)

Use this setting to copy the files stored in the internal memory to the memory card.

  1. Select the Copy to memory card in File and Software menu.
  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Yes or No. Then press the func OR button to confirm.

Copy to Card Copy files from built-in memory to the memory card. No Yes BACK

Reset Settings

Use this setting to restore the camera to its default settings.

  1. Select the Reset setting in File and Software menu.
  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Yes or No. Then press the func button to confirm.

Reset Settings Reset camera settings to factory defaults. No Yes BACK

FW Version (Firmware Version)

Use this setting to view the current camera firmware version.

  1. Select the FW Version in File and Software menu.
  2. If SD card contains a new version of firmware, please upgrade accordingly as necessary.

FW Version Current Ver: 10.11.20.18 New Ver: 10.11.20.18 Update Firmware? Yes Cancel BACK

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To inform to the latest firmware version, you can go to the following website www.plawa.com

Transmission

Video System

Use this setting to determine your video system in the current area.

  1. Select the Video System in Connection Transmission menu.
  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select NTSC or PAL. Then press the function button to confirm.

Transmission Video System ONTSC PAL BACK

The video output signal can be switched to NTSC or PAL to accommodate different regional standards. The appropriate setting will vary between regions.

NTSC: USA, Canada, Taiwan, Japan, etc.

PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania, etc.

Note: The TV output will not display properly if an incorrect video system is selected.

Connecting to a PC

Use the USB cable supplied with your camera to copy (transfer) pictures to a computer.

Setting the USB Mode

Since the camera's USB port can be set to connect with either a PC or a Printer, the following steps will allow you to ensure that the camera is correctly configured to connect with a PC. The USB mode is set to PC by default.

  1. Go to the transmission menu, select USB connection with the Up/Down button, and press the Right button.
  2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select PC
  3. Press the func button to confirm the setting.

Transmission USB Mode PC PC (PTP) Printer BACK

Transferring Files to Your PC

The computer will automatically detect the camera as a removable drive. Double-click My Computer icon on the desktop to locate the removable drive and to copy the folders and files in the drive to a directory on your PC as you would copy any other folder or file.

By using the USB cable, you can transfer the captured photos and videos to a PC. Follow the steps below to connect the camera to a PC.

  1. Make sure both the camera and PC are turned on.
  2. Connect one end of the supplied USB cable to the USB/AV OUT port on your camera.
  3. Connect the other end of the cable to an available USB port on your PC.

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natural_image Diagram showing a computer tower connected to a USB cable with an inset close-up of its cable being inserted (no text or symbols present)
  1. Disconnect the camera once transfer is completed.

If the USB option is set to [PC]:

Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.

If the USB option is set to [PC (PTP)] :

Remove the camera from the system as described below before turning the camera off and disconnecting the USB cable.

Windows operating system (Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7.)

Click the [Safely remove the hardware] icon and remove the USB connector according to the appeared menu.

Unplug or Eject Hardware 10:00 AM

Macintosh

Drag the untitled icon to the Trash. ("Untitled")

Unfitted

APPENDICES

Specifications: OPTIMA 3

AGFA AP Optima 3 - Specifications: OPTIMA 3 - 1

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Effective Image Sensor Pixels 14.1 Megapixels
Image Sensor 14.2 Megapixels [1/2.3" (CCD)]
LensFocal Length F = 5.1mm (Wide) ~ 40.8mm (Tele)
35mm film equivalent 28mm (Wide) ~ 224mm (Tele)
Brightness F3.3 (Wide) ~ F5.8 (Tele)
Lens type 12 elements in 8 groups
Optical Zoom 8X
Focusing RangeNormal: (Wide) 60cm ~ ∞, (Tele) 100cm ~ ∞;Macro: 5cm ~ ∞ (Wide only)
Anti-Handshake OIS
Digital Zoom 6X digital zoom (CombinedZoom: 48X)

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Number of Recording PixelsStill Image 14MP, 12MP(3:2), 10MP(16:9), 8MP, 5MP, 3MP, 2MP, 0.3MP
Movie1280x720pixels: 30fps/15fps, 640x480pixels: 30fps/15fps, 320x240pixels: 30fps/15fps
Exposure Metering Best, Fine, Normal
DCF, DPOF (Ver1.1) Support Yes
File FormatStill Image Exif 2.2 (JPEG)
Movie MPEG-4/H.264, Audio: G.711 [Monaural]
Shooting ModesAuto, Manual, Auto-Scene, Scene (Sport, Indoor, Snow, Fireworks, Museum, Night Landscape, Children, Leaf, Sunset, Glass, Landscape, Night Portrait), Portrait, Panorama, Video
Smile Detection Yes
Blink Detection Yes
Face-Detection Yes
Red-eye Removal Yes

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Pan-Capture Panorama Yes
LCD Display3.0 inch (230,400 pixels) LTPS (low-temperature polycrystalline silicon) TFT color LCD
ISO Sensitivity Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600/3200
AF Method Spot, Center-Weight, AiAE (Artificial Intelligence AE)
Light Metering MethodArtificial Intelligence AE (AiAE), Center-weighted Average, Spot (Fixed to center of frame)
Exposure Control Method ProgramAE (AE-lock available)
Exposure Compensation ±2 EV in 1/3 Step increments
Shutter Speed 4 ~ 1/2000 second (Manual 30 s)
Continuous Shooting Approx. 1.39 fps (Large/Fine mode)
Playback ModesSingle Photo, Index (4/9/16 thumbnails), Slide Show, Movie (Slow-Motion possible), Zoom (Approx. 2X~8X), Audio, Histogram Display
White Balance ControlAuto (AWB), Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent , Fluorescent CWF, Incandescent, Manual

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Internal Flash (Shooting Range)Auto/Red-Eye Reduction/Forced Flash/No Flash/Slow Synchro/Red-Eye Reduction+Slow Synchro
Shooting Range Wide: Approx. 0.3m~5.1m / Tele: Approx. 1.0m ~ 2.8m (ISO 800)
Recording MediaInternal Memory: 32 MB (12 MB available to store images and videos)
SD Card/SDHC Card (Up to 16GB support)
Other Features Exif Print Support, Multi-language Support
Jacks USB2.0/AV-OUT (Integrated Proprietary Connector)
Power Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D016, 3.7V 700mAh
Shooting Capability (Battery Performance)Approx. 180 shots (based on CIPA Standards)
Operation Environment Temperature: 0~40 °C, Humidity: 0~90%
Dimensions (W x H x D) 98.5mm x 57.3mm x (21~24.8)mm
Mass Approx. 146g (Body only)

Error messages

Messages Explanation

No card • The memory card is not inserted.
Card error • The memory card is not formatted.
Card full • The memory card is full and cannot store any new images.
Write protect • The memory card is write-protected.
Picture error • The picture is not captured correctly.• The picture is corrupted.
No picture • There are no images in the memory card or in the internal memory.
Lens error • The lens is probably stuck and the camera will power off automatically.
System error • Unexpected error encountered.
Image cannot be saved • The write protection switch in the memory card is set to the “LOCK” position.
Out of the range • When pictures were taken in Panorama mode, the direction of movement was incorrect.

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Messages Explanation

Card is not formatted, format? • Confirm whether the memory card should be formatted.
This image cannot be deleted • The picture or video you are trying to delete is protected.
Cannot record movie • The write protection switch in the memory card is set to the “LOCK” position.
Warning!! Camera recording, please wait. • No other actions allowed to perform during video/audio recording.
Warning!! Battery exhausted. • The battery is drained.
This file cannot be played back • The picture format cannot be recognized by the camera.
No connection • The camera is not connected to the printer correctly.
Print error • There is a problem with camera or printer.
Cannot print • Check that the printer is out of paper or out of ink.• Check if the printer has a paper jam.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible causes Solution

Camera does not turn on. • The battery has run out.• The battery is not inserted correctly.• Replace with a fully charged battery.
Camera turns off suddenly during operation.• The battery has run out. • Replace with a fully charged battery.
The picture is blurred. • The lens is dirty.• AGFA AP Optima 3 - Troubleshooting - 1 ars when taking pictures.• Use a soft cloth to clean the lens on your camera• Use theOISmode.
Images and video files cannot be saved.• The memory card is full. • Replace the memory card with a new one.• Delete unwanted images.• Unlock the memory card.
No picture is taken when pressing the Shutter button.• The memory card is full.• No available space to store the files.• The mode dial is inPlayback mode.• Replace the memory card with a new one or clean off current memory card.• Delete unwanted images.• The memory card is locked.

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Customer Care

More information on the complete AgfaPhoto digital camera product range can be found at www.plawa.com / www.agfaphoto.com.

Service & Repair Hotline (EU):

00800 752 921 00 (from a landline only)

Service & Repair (UK):

+44 1908 488676, info@allmondegroup.com

Service & Support Hotline (Germany):

0900 1000 042 (1.49 euro / min. from a German landline only)

Online Service / International contact:

support-apdc@plawa.com

Manufactured by

Allmonde Group Limited, 218 Fairbourne Drive, Atterbury, Milton Keynes, MK10 9RG, United Kingdom

AgfaPhoto is used under license of Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co. KG or Agfa-Gevaert NV. Neither Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co KG nor Agfa-Gevaert NV manufacture this product or provide any product warranty or support. For service, support and warranty information, contact the distributor or manufacturer. All other brands and product names are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Product design and technical features can be changed without notice. Contact: AgfaPhoto Holding GmbH, www.agfaphoto.com

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AgfaPhoto is used under license of Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co. KG or Agfa-Gevaert NV. Neither Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co. KG nor Agfa-Gevaert NV manufacture this product or provide any product warranty or support. For service, support and warranty information, contact the distributor or manufacturer. For service, support and warranty information, contact the distributor or manufacturer. All other brands and product names are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Product design and technical features can be changed without notice.

AgfaPhoto Holding GmbH, www.agfaphoto.com

Manufactured by plawa-feinwerktechnik GmbH & Co. KG, www.plawa.com

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Brand : AGFA

Model : AP Optima 3

Category : Camera