This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject’s eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.
Health and safety information t Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury to yourself or others. t Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation. t Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with sensitive skin. If you have experience any of these symptoms, stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor.
Health and safety information t Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory card. t Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impact or pressure. t Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with your camera. t Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card. t When carrying a memory card, use a case to protect the card from electrostatic.
Health and safety information Avoid interference with other electronic devices Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environments Your camera emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience.
Organization of the user manual Basic functions Copyright information 13 Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. t Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. t Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. t Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto S Icon Additional information Auto a Safety warnings and precautions Program p Scene s [ ] Camera buttons; For example: [Shutter] represents the shutter button Smart Scene Detection D ( ) Page number of related information Movie v The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select > (represents Select >, and then ) * Annotation Shooting mode icons Thes
Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness) t Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down t Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO speed. By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker or lighter.
Common questions You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes appear red. This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash. t Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 45) Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 80) t If the photo has already been taken, select Photos have dust spots. Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when you use the flash. t Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.
Quick reference Taking photos of people t s mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children f 32 t Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 45 t Face Detection f 50 Taking photos at night or in the dark t s mode > Night, Dawn, Fireworks f 32 t Flash options f 45 t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 46 Taking action photos Adjusting the exposure (brightness) t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 46 t EV (to adjust exposure) f 54 t ACB (to compensate for subjects ag
Contents Basic functions ............................................................... Unpacking ......................................................................... Camera layout ................................................................... Inserting the battery and memory card .............................. Charging the battery and turning your camera on ............. Charging the battery ............................................................ Turning on your camera .....................
Contents Shooting in the dark .......................................................... Preventing red-eye .............................................................. Using the flash .................................................................... Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ Using macro ....................................................................... Using auto focus ....
Contents Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) .............. Transferring files using Intelli-studio ........................................ Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk .................................................................................... Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .......................... Transferring files to your computer (for Mac) ...................... Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ...............
Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Optional accessories Camera Strap AC adapter/ USB cable Touch pen Rechargeable battery Camera case A/V cable Memory card (microSDTM) Battery charger User Manual CD-ROM The illustrations may differ from your actual items.
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Zoom button t Zoom in or out t Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails Flash AF lamp/timer lamp Internal antenna* * Avoid contact with the internal antenna while using the wireless network.
Camera layout Speaker POWER button Microphone Shutter button Playback button 1 2 USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable or A/V cable Touch screen Home button Basic functions 16
Inserting the battery and memory card Learn to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Push gently until the card disengages from the camera and then pull it out of the slot. Memory card Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Push the lock up to release the battery. Battery lock Battery Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing down.
Charging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the battery Turning on your camera Before using the camera for the first time, you must charge the battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter, and then plug the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera. Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. t The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 19) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [Playback].
Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera's basic settings. 1 6 Select Language. Set the date and time, and select . Date/Time Set 2 3 4 7 8 Select a language. Select Time Zone. Select a time zone and select Select Touch Calibration. Tap the target on the screen with your touch pen. . t To set the daylight-saving time, select .
Learning icons The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
Using the touch screen Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. Use the supplied touch pen to touch or drag on the screen. Do not use other sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen. Doing so may damage the screen. Touching Touch an icon to select a menu or option. t When you touch or drag on the screen, discolorations may occur. It is not a malfunction but a characteristic of the touch screen. Touch or drag lightly to reduce these effects.
Selecting a shooting mode Learn how to select a shooting mode. Your camera provides you with various modes for shooting. 1 2 Select the mode icon. Mode Select a mode. Basic functions 22 Description S Smart Auto: Take a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode as it detects. (p. 31) a Auto: Take a photo quickly and easily with minimal settings. (p. 25) p Program: Take a photo by setting options. (p. 35) s Scene: Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. (p.
Selecting a shooting mode Selecting a shooting mode using motion recognition Your camera features a built-in motion sensor that allows you to quickly switch the shooting mode by tilting the camera. In Shooting mode, tilt the camera while touching and holding . Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera parallel to the ground, as shown below.
Setting the touch screen and sound Learn how to change the basic settings for the touch screen and sound according to your preferences. Setting the display type for the touch screen 1 In Shooting mode, select (In Playback mode, select 2 Select an option. Option Description Hide: Hide icons on the screen if you perform no operations for 3 seconds (touch the screen to display icons again). . .) Guide Line: Display grid lines.
Taking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in Auto mode. 1 Make sure that the camera is in a mode (Auto), the camera’s default shooting mode. 3 t If not, select the mode icon a. 2 Align your subject in the frame. 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. t A green frame means the subject in focus. t A red frame means the subjects is out of focus. Press [Shutter] to take a photo. See page 28 for tips to get clearer photos.
Taking photos Digital zoom Zooming You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 3X optical zoom and 3X digital zoom. By using both, you can zoom in up to 9 times. If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you use the digital zoom. Rotate [Zoom] right to zoom in on your subject. Rotate [Zoom] left to zoom out.
Taking photos Reducing camera shake (DIS) ps t DIS may not function properly when: - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when you select Night in s mode) - the battery is low - you take a close-up shot t In some scene modes, the DIS function is unavailable. t If the camera is impacted, the display will be blurry.
Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Reducing camera shake Set the Digital Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake. (p. 27) Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. When h is displayed Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. Focus and exposure will be adjusted automatically. Camera shake The aperture value and shutter speed are automatically set. Focus frame t Press [Shutter] to take the photo if displayed in green.
Preventing your subject from being out of focus t When you take photos in low light It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: - there is little contrast between the subject and background - Turn on the flash. (p.
Extended functions Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo.
Shooting modes Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Smart Auto mode Icon In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a detected type of scene. The mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes. 1 2 Description Appears when taking portraits at night. Appears when taking photos of landscapes with backlighting. Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.
Shooting modes 3 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Using the Scene mode Press [Shutter] to take the photo. Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. t If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, S will not change and the default settings will be used. t Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
Shooting modes 3 Using the Beauty Shot mode Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. 1 2 In Shooting mode, select a s To hide facial imperfections, select an option. t Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of imperfections. . To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), select f an option. Level 3 t Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter.
Shooting modes Using the frame guide Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing the part of the pre-composed scene. In Night mode, you can catch brief flashes of light as curved streaks by extending the exposure. Use a slow shutter speed to extend the time until the shutter closes.
Shooting modes 4 Select Shutter Speed. Using the Program mode Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) in Program mode. Aperture 5 6 7 1 2 Shutter Speed Select a value to adjust the shutter speed and select In Shooting mode, select a p. Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options.”) . Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo. Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.
Shooting modes 3 Recording a video Record videos of up to 20 minutes in length in high definition. The recorded video is saved as an MP4 (H.264) file. t H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by international standard organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T. t The zoom sound may be recorded if you use the zoom while recording a video. t Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In this case, set a lower resolution.
Shooting modes To pause recording Using the Smart Scene Detection mode The camera allows you to pause temporarily while recording a video. With this function, you can record your favorite scenes as a single video. Select to pause while recording. Select to resume. In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a detected type of scene. 1 2 In Shooting mode, select a D. Align your subject in the frame. t The camera selects a scene automatically.
Shooting modes 3 4 Press [Shutter] to start recording. Press [Shutter] again to stop recording. t If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, D will not change and the default settings will be used. t The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting environments, such as camera shake, lighting and distance to the subject. t In Smart Scene Detection mode, you cannot set smart filter effects and photo styles.
Recording voice memos aps Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera. Recording a voice memo 1 In Shooting mode, select f . (In some modes, select f > (Twice) Adding a voice memo to a photo .) 1 In Shooting mode, select f . (In some modes, select f > (Twice) Record 2 3 4 .
Shooting options Learn about the options you can set in Shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution SapsDv Option As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase. 4320 X 3240: Print on A1 paper. 4000 X 3000: Print on A1 paper. 4320 X 2880: Print on A1 paper in wide ratio (3:2).
Selecting a resolution and quality When recording a video: Selecting image quality 1 2 Photos you take are compressed and saved in JPEG format. Higher quality images will result in larger sizes. In D and v modes, select f . Select an option. 1 2 In Shooting mode, select f Select an option. 1280 X 720 HQ Fine Option Description 1280 X 720 HQ: Play back high-quality files on an HDTV. Option 1280 X 720: Play back on an HDTV. Description Super Fine 640 X 480: Play back on a general TV.
Using the timer SapsDv Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 1 2 In Shooting mode, select 3 . Select an option. Press [Shutter] to start the timer. t The AF lamp/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically take a photo at the specified time. t Select the timer icon or press [Shutter] to cancel the timer. t Depending on the selected face defection option, the timer is not available or some timer options are not available. Off Option Description Off: The timer is not active.
Using the timer 5 Using the motion timer 1 2 3 4 In Shooting mode, select . Pose for your photo while the AF-lamp/timer lamp is blinking. t The AF-lamp/timer lamp will stop blinking just before the camera automatically takes a photo. Press [Shutter]. Stand within 3 m from the camera within 6 seconds after pressing [Shutter]. Make a motion, such as waving your arms, to activate the timer. t The AF lamp/timer lamp will start to blink rapidly when the camera detects you.
Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye Using the flash ap If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. Refer to flash options in “Using the flash.” Saps Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need more light on your photos. 1 2 In Shooting mode, select . Select an option.
Shooting in the dark Option Description Adjusting the ISO speed Red-eye*: t The flash fires when the subject or background is dark. t The camera reduces red-eyes. The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better photo without using the flash. Fill in: t The flash always fires.
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects. Using macro Using auto focus pDv Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus.” apDv To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. 1 2 In Shooting mode, select . Select an option. Normal (AF) Option Description Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 80 cm.
Changing the camera’s focus Using smart touch focus aps t If you do not touch any area on the screen, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. t Tracking a subject may fail when: - the subject is too small or the subject moves excessively. - the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place - colors or patterns on the subject and the background are the same - the camera shakes excessively In these cases, the focus frame will appear as a white single-line frame.
Changing the camera’s focus Using one touch shooting Adjusting the focus area aps aps You can focus on your subject and take a photo with a touch of your finger. You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’s location in the scene. 1 2 3 1 2 In Shooting mode, select f . Touch a subject to focus. In Shooting mode, select f . Select an option. Touch and hold the subject to take the photo. t Touch and hold until the level indicator fills up.
Using face detection aps If you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them. t In some scene modes, face detection is unavailable.
