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Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Keep your camera away from small children and pets. Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well.
Health and safety information Do not force the camera’s parts or apply pressure to the camera. This may cause your camera to malfunction. Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera. Exercise caution when you connect cables and install batteries and memory cards.
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Indicators used in this manual Shooting mode Icons used in this manual Indicator Icon Function Smart Auto Additional information Program Safety warnings and precautions Scene DUAL IS [ ] Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Live Panorama ( ) Page number of related information → The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select Face Detection → Normal (represents Select Face Detection, and then select Normal).
Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter • Half-press [Shutter]: Press the shutter halfway down • Press [Shutter]: Press the shutter all the way down Half-press [Shutter] Exposure (Brightness) The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure by changing the shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity. By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker or lighter.
Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject’s eyes appear red. • Set the flash option to Photos have dust spots. • Turn off the flash or avoid capturing photos in a dusty place. Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reflect light from the camera flash. Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 52) • If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p.
Quick reference Capturing photos of people • mode > Beauty Shot 35 • mode > Picture in Picture 42 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) 52 • Face Detection 59 • Self-Portrait 60 Capturing photos at night or in the dark • mode > Night, Sunset, Dawn 34 • Flash options 52 • ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 54 Adjusting the exposure (brightness) • ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 54 • EV (to adjust exposure) 62 • ACB (to compensate fo
Contents Using the DUAL IS mode .............................................. 38 Using the Live Panorama mode ................................... 39 Using the Magic Plus mode .......................................... 41 Using the 3D Photo mode ........................................... 41 Using the Magic Frame mode ...................................... 41 Using the Split Shot mode ............................................ 42 Using the Picture-in-Picture mode .................................
Contents Transferring files to your Windows computer ............... 85 Transferring files with Intelli-studio ................................... 86 Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk . ........................................................ 88 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .................. 89 Transferring files to your Mac computer ....................... 90 Using Face Detection . .................................................. 59 Detecting faces . ........
Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
Unpacking The following items are included in your product box. Optional accessories Camera AA Alkaline batteries Lens cap/Lens cap strap USB cable Camera case A/V cable HDMI cable Memory card Strap Memory card/Memory card adapter Quick Start Guide • The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product. • You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories.
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. Mode dial (p.
Camera layout Microphone Zoom button • In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out • In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails, or adjust the volume Status lamp • Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer when the image is out of focus • Steady: When the camera is connecting to a computer or when the image is in focus Buttons (p.
Camera layout Mode dial Icon Buttons Description Button Description Smart Auto: Capture a photo with a scene mode selected automatically by the camera. Access options or menus. Program: Capture a photo by setting options except the shutter speed and aperture value which the camera sets automatically. Move back. Scene: Capture a photo with options preset for a specific scene. Dual IS: Capture a photo with options that reduce camera shake. Basic functions Change the display option.
Camera layout Attaching a strap Attaching a lens cap Attach a strap to carry your camera conveniently. Attach a lens cap with a lens cap strap to protect the camera lens.
Inserting the battery and memory card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Push the card gently until it 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. Memory card Battery Check the polarity (+/-) of the batteries before inserting them.
Turning on your camera Turning on your camera Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 18) Press [ ]. The camera turns on and immediately accesses Playback mode. If you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [ blinks, the camera does not emit any sounds.
Performing the initial setup When you turn on your camera for the first time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps below to configure the camera’s basic settings. 1 4 Verify that Language is highlighted, and then press [ ] or [ ]. Press [ / [ ]. Time Zone General Language ] to select a time zone, and then press Home English Time Zone London Date/Time Set 01/01/... Date Type MM/D... Time Type London 12 Hr Exit [GMT+00:00] 2012/01/01 12:00 PM Select 2 Press [ [ ].
Performing the initial setup 6 7 8 Press [ / ] to select an item. Press [ / ] to set the date, time, and daylightsaving time, and then press [ ]. 11 Press [ press [ ]. 12 Press [ ] to finish the initial setup. Press [ ] to select Date Type, and then press [ ] or [ ]. Date Type YYYY/MM/DD MM/DD/YYYY DD/MM/YYYY Back Select 9 Press [ press [ 10 Press [ ] to select Time Type, and then press [ ] or [ ]. / ] to select a date type, and then ].
Learning icons The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
Selecting options or menus To select an option or a menu, press [ 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ], and then press [ ]. Press [ / / ] or [ ]. Going back to the previous menu Select an option or a menu. • To move up or down, press [ ] or [ • To move left or right, press [ ] or [ ]. / Press [ ] to go back to the previous menu. ]. Half-press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode. ] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.
Selecting options or menus or example, to select a White Balance option in Program F mode: 1 3 Press [ / ] to select White Balance, and then press [ ] or [ ]. Rotate the mode dial to . EV White Balance ISO Flash Focus Focus Area Exit 2 Press [ ]. 4 Select Press [ / ] to select a White Balance option. EV White Balance ISO Flash White Balance : Daylight Focus Focus Area Exit Select Back 5 Press [ Basic functions 22 Select ] to save your settings.
Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display information and sound settings. Setting the display type About histograms You can select a display type for the Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays different shooting or playback information. See the table below. A histogram is a graph that illustrates how light is distributed in your photo. If the histogram has a high peak on the left, the photo is underexposed and will appear dark.
Setting the display and sound Setting the sound Setting the option display view You can hide or show the option display appearing in some modes. Turn the sound your camera emits when you perform functions on or off. Press [ 1 2 3 ] repeatedly. • Hide the option display. • Show the option display. Beauty Shot Rotate the mode dial to . Select Sound → Beep Sound. Select an option. Option Description Off The camera does not emit any sounds. On The camera emits sounds.
Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. 1 Rotate the mode dial to 2 Align your subject in the frame. . 3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. 4 5 Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. 6 Press [ • A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. Press [ ] to view the captured photo. • To delete the photo, press [ ], and then select Yes. ] to return to Shooting mode. See page 29 for tips to get clearer photos.
Capturing photos Zooming Digital zoom The Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode and the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the Digital zoom. By using both the 26X Optical zoom and 5X Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 130 times. You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Optical range Zoom indicator Zoom ratio Zoom out Digital range • The Digital zoom is not available with the Tracking AF option.
Capturing photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 52 times. Photo resolution when the Intelli zoom is on Setting Intelli zoom 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Intelli Zoom. Select an option. Icon Optical range Description Off: The Intelli zoom is deactivated.
Capturing photos Reducing camera shake In Shooting mode, you can set either the Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) or the Dual Image Stabilizer (Dual IS) to reduce or eliminate picture blurriness from camera shake. Before correction 1 2 3 After correction In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select OIS. Select an option. Icon Description Off: The Image Stabilizer is deactivated. On: The Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) is activated. Dual IS: The Dual Image Stabilizer (Dual IS) is activated.
Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Reducing camera shake • Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to Ensure nothing is blocking the lens, flash, or microphone. reduce camera shake optically. (p. 28) mode or set the Dual IS option to reduce camera shake both optically and digitally. (p. 38, 28) • Select the When Half-pressing the shutter button is displayed Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus.
Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: -- there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) -- the light source behind the subject is too bright -- the subject is shiny or reflective -- the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds -- the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame • When you capture photos in low l
Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode.
Using the Smart Auto mode In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it detects. The Smart Auto mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to . Icon Description Align your subject in the frame. Portraits with backlighting • The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate Portraits scene icon appears at the top left of the screen.
Using the Smart Auto mode • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the mode. • Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting. • The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the shooting conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, or distance to the subject. • Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the mode if the subject is moving.
Using the Scene mode In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific scene. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to . Select a scene. Beauty Shot Panel off Option Description Beauty Shot Capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. Frame Guide Help the other person capture a photo of you by showing part of the pre-composed scene. Night Capture scenes at night or in low lighting (using a tripod is recommended).
Using the Scene mode Using the Beauty Shot mode In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. 1 2 3 4 5 Rotate the mode dial to . 6 7 8 Press [ Select Face Retouch. Select an option. • For example, increase the face retouch setting to hide more imperfections. Select Beauty Shot. Press [ ]. Face Retouch ]. Off Select Face Tone. Level 1 Level 2 Select an option. Level 3 • For example, increase the face tone setting to make skin appear lighter.
Using the Scene mode 4 Using the Frame Guide When you want another person to capture a photo of you, you can compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame guide helps the other person capture a photo of you by showing part of the pre-composed scene. 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to Ask another person to capture a photo. • The person aligns the subject in the frame using the guides, and then press [Shutter] to capture the photo. 5 To cancel the guides, press [ . Select Frame Guide.
Using the Program mode In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to . 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Set the desired options. • For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options". (p.
Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction After correction 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to 3 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. . Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. • The camera will correct photos optically only when the light source is brighter than fluorescent light. • If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry.
Using the Live Panorama mode In Live Panorama mode, you can capture a wide panoramic scene in a single photo. Capture and combine a series of photos to create a panoramic image. 4 With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the direction that will let it capture the rest of the panorama. • When the viewfinder is aligned with the next scene, the camera captures the next photo automatically. Shooting example 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to .
Using the Live Panorama mode • For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the • • • • following: -- moving the camera too quickly or too slowly -- moving the camera too little to capture the next image -- moving the camera at irregular speeds -- shaking the camera -- changing the camera direction while capturing a photo -- shooting in dark places -- capturing moving subjects nearby -- shooting conditions where the brightness or color of light is changing Selecting Live Panorama mode will di
Using the Magic Plus mode In the Magic Plus mode, you can capture a photo or record a video with various effects. Using the 3D Photo mode Using the Magic Frame mode You can take 3D pictures in 3D Photo mode that can be viewed on a 3D TV or 3D monitor. In Magic Frame mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change according to the frame you select. 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to 4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Select . 1 2 3 .
Using the Magic Plus mode Using the Split Shot mode In Split Shot mode, you can capture several photos and arrange them with preset layouts. 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to Select . 4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 5 Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. . • Repeat steps 4 and 5 to capture the rest of the photos. • To recapture a photo, press [ ]. • In Split Shot mode, the resolution is automatically set to or smaller.
Using the Magic Plus mode 3 8 Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to capture a background photo. • To select a background photo from your saved photos, press [ ], and then select Open Image → a desired photo. You cannot select a video file or a photo captured in Live Panorama mode. 4 Press [ image. ] to set the photo as the background • To recapture a background photo, press [ Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to capture and insert a photo.
Using the Magic Plus mode Using the Photo Filter mode Option Description Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Cross Filter Add lines that radiate outward from bright objects to imitate the visual effect of a cross filter.
Using the Magic Plus mode Using the Movie Filter mode Apply various filter effects to your videos to create unique images. 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to Select . . Select an effect. Option Description Vignetting Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Fish-eye Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens. Classic Apply a black and white effect. Retro Apply a sepia tone effect.
Using the Movie mode In Movie mode, you can customize settings to record HD videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as MP4 (H.264) files. • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by the international standards organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If your card does not, set a lower resolution. • Memory cards with slow writing speeds will not support high-resolution videos.
Using the Movie mode Pause recording The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. Pause • Press [ • Press [ ] to pause while recording. ] to resume.
Shooting options Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution Setting the video resolution 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. Setting the photo resolution 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Movie Size. Select an option.
Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting an image quality Set the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. Setting the photo quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Setting the video quality The camera compresses and saves the videos you record in MP4 (H.264) format. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Frame Rate. Select an option.
Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ 3 ]. Press [Shutter] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo after the specified time has elapsed. • Press [Shutter] or [ ] to cancel the timer. • Depending on the Face Detection options you selected, the timer Timer Off function may not be available.
Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. 2 Preventing red-eye In Shooting mode, press [ ]. If the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person’s eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. Refer to flash options in “Using the flash.
Shooting in the dark 3 Select an option. Icon Icon Description Red-eye Fix: • The flash fires twice when the subject or background is dark. The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software analysis. • There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. Description Off: • The flash will not fire. • The camera will display the shake warning you are shooting in low light.
Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO sensitivity How to use the flash Press [ ] to pop the flash up when it is need. The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. Use a higher ISO sensitivity to capture better photos and reduce camera shake when not using the flash.
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using macro Using auto focus Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. To capture sharp photos, select the appropriate focus option according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ Focus Normal (AF) Macro Auto Macro Super Macro Back • Try to hold the camera firmly to prevent blurry photos.
Changing the camera’s focus 2 Focusing on a selected area Select an option. Icon Description You can focus on an area that you have selected. Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 31 in. (80 cm) away. Farther than 138 in. (350 cm) away when you use the zoom. 1 2 3 Macro: Focus on a subject that is 4-31 in. (10-80 cm) from the camera. 79-138 in. (200-350 cm) when you use the zoom. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Focus Area → Selection AF.
Changing the camera’s focus Using tracking auto focus Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ • If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. • Tracking a subject may fail when: ----- ]. Select Focus Area → Tracking AF. Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [ ]. • A focus frame appears on the subject and follows the subject as you move the camera.
Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Focus Area. Select an option. Icon Description Center AF: Focus on the center of the frame (suitable when subjects are located at or near the center). Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas. Selection AF: Focus on the area that you select. (p.
Using Face Detection 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. Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. • When your camera detects a face, it tracks the detected face Detecting faces • Your camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in one scene. • • • • • automatically.
Using Face Detection Capturing a self portrait shot Capturing a smile shot Capture photos of yourself. The camera sets the focus distance to close-up, and then emits a beep when ready. The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Face Detection → Self-Portrait. Compose your shot with the lens facing you. When you hear a quick beep, press [Shutter]. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Face Detection → Smile Shot.
Using Face Detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Face Detection → Blink Detection.
Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. 3 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Select a value to adjust the exposure. • The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases. Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo. EV : +1.
Adjusting brightness and color Compensating for backlighting (ACB) Changing the metering option When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select.
Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a White Balance setting The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a White Balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting conditions, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select White Balance. Select an option. Icon Description Auto WB: Automatically set the White Balance based on the lighting conditions.
Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own White Balance Adjusting color temperature You can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper, under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual scene. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select White Balance → Color Temp.
Using burst modes It can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. Also, it can be difficult to adjust the exposure correctly and select a proper light source. In these cases, select one of the burst modes. Icon Description Motion Capture: While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera captures photos (5 photos per second; maximum of 30 photos).
Adjusting images Adjust the sharpness, contrast, or saturation of your photos. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 4 Press [ / Sharpness Select Image Adjust. ] to adjust each value. Description Select an option. - Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for editing the photos on your computer). • Sharpness • Contrast • Saturation + Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity of your photos. This may also increase the noise in your photos.
Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, TV, HDTV, or 3D TV.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos or videos and how to manage files. Starting Playback mode Photo file information View photos or play videos stored in your camera. 1 Press [ Memory in use ]. • The most recent file will be displayed. • If the camera is off, it will turn on and display the most recent File Information file. 2 Press [ / Histogram ] to scroll through files. • Press and hold [ / ] to scroll through files quickly.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Video file information Viewing files by category in Smart Album View files by category, such as date or file type. File Information Album Play 1 2 3 In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left. Press [ ]. Select Filter → a category. Filter All Capture Date Icon Description File Type Current file/Total files Folder name-File name Current playback time Back Video length Icon Protected file Select Description All: View files normally.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 4 Scroll to a desired list, and then press [ open the list. ] to 5 Scroll to a desired file, and then press [ view the file. ] to 6 Rotate [Zoom] to the left to return to the previous view. Viewing files as thumbnails Scan thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left to view thumbnails (12 at a time). Rotate [Zoom] to the left once more to display more thumbnails (24 at a time). Rotate [Zoom] to the right to return to the previous view.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting files Deleting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. Select files to delete in Playback mode. 1 2 Deleting a single file You can select one file, and then delete it. In Playback mode, press [ Select Protect → On. You cannot delete or rotate a protected file. ]. 1 2 In Playback mode, select a file, and then press [ ]. When the pop-up message appears, select Yes.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting multiple files You can select multiple files, and then delete them at once. Deleting all files You can select all files, and then delete them at once. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 1 In Playback mode, press [ 2 When the pop-up message appears, select Multiple Delete. Select Delete → Delete All. 3 Scroll to each file you want to delete, and then press [ ].
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing photos To Description Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. Move the enlarged area Press [ Trim the enlarged photo Press [ ], and then select Yes. (The trimmed photo will be saved as a new file. The original photo is retained in its original form.) Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the right to enlarge a portion of the photo. Rotate [Zoom] to the left to zoom out.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a slide show Viewing panoramic photos View photos captured in Live Panorama mode. 1 In Playback mode, press [ / panoramic photo. ] to scroll to a desired • The entire panoramic photo appears on the screen. 2 Press [ ]. • The camera automatically scrolls through the photo from left to right for a horizontal panoramic photo and from top to bottom for a vertical panoramic photo. The camera then switches to Playback mode.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 4 5 6 Press [ Playing a video ]. In Playback mode, you can view a video, and then capture or trim parts of the playing video. You can save the captured or trimmed segments as new files. Select Start Slide Show. View the slide show. • Press [ • Press [ • Press [ ] to pause the slide show. ] again to resume the slide show. ], and then press [ / ] to stop the slide show and return to Playback mode.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Trimming a video Capturing an image from video 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ]. 1 While viewing a video, press [ want to capture an image. 2 3 4 Select Trim Movie. 2 Press [ 5 6 Press [ 7 8 Press [ Press [ ] to start playing the video. ] at the point where you ]. • The resolution of the captured image will be the same as the original video. Press [ ] → [ ] at the point where you want the trimming to begin.
Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save edited photos as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution. Resizing photos Rotating a photo Change the size of a photo and save it as a new file. 1 2 3 4 5 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 3 Select Resize. Select an option.
Editing a photo Applying Smart Filter effects Option Description Cross Filter Add lines that radiate outward from bright objects to imitate the visual effect of a cross filter. Fish-eye Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens. Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. Old Film Apply a vintage film effect. Select Smart Filter → an option. Classic Apply a black and white effect. Retro Apply a sepia tone effect. Apply special effects to your photos.
Editing a photo Adjusting your photos Learn how to adjust the brightness, contrast, or saturation or how to correct the red-eye effect. If the center of a photo is dark, you can adjust it to be brighter. The camera will save an edited photo as a new file, but may convert it to a lower resolution. • You can adjust brightness, contrast, and saturation and apply Smart Filter effects at the same time. • You cannot apply the ACB, Face Retouch, and Red-eye Fix effects at the same time.
Editing a photo Creating a print order (DPOF) Retouching faces Select photos to print and save print options in the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF). This information is saved in the MISC folder on your memory card for convenient printing on DPOF-compatible printers. 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. 1 4 5 In Playback mode, select a photo you want to print, and then press [ ]. Select Face Retouch. 2 3 Select DPOF. Select . .
Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to 4 5 Turn off your camera and TV. . Select Connectivity → Video Out. Select the video signal output for your country or region. (p. 94) 6 Turn on your TV, and then select the A/V video source with the TV remote control. 7 Turn on your camera. you connect it to a TV. 8 Connect your camera to your TV with the A/V cable.
Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV Viewing files on an HDTV You can view high-quality and uncompressed photos or videos on an HDTV using the optional HDMI cable. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is supported by most HDTVs. 1 2 3 4 5 Rotate the mode dial to 6 Select Connectivity → HDMI Size. Turn off your camera and HDTV.
Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV Viewing files on a 3D TV You can view photos captured in 3D Photo on a 3D TV. 1 2 3 4 5 Rotate the mode dial to 6 Select Connectivity → HDMI Size. Select an HDMI resolution. (p. 95) Connect your camera to your 3D TV with the optional HDMI cable.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Transfer files to your Windows computer, edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them to the web. Requirements • The requirements are recommendation only. Intelli-studio may not Item Requirements CPU Intel® Pentium®4 3.2 GHz or higher/ AMD Athlon™ FX 2.
Transferring files to your Windows computer 5 Transferring files with Intelli-studio You can download Intelli-studio from the linked webpage and install it on your computer. When you connect the camera to a computer with Intelli-studio installed, the program will launch automatically. 1 2 3 4 Rotate the mode dial to 6 Turn off the camera. • When the Intelli-studio installation pop-up appears on the computer screen, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files. For details, select Help → Help from the program toolbar. • You cannot edit files directly on the camera. Transfer files to a folder on your computer before editing. • Intelli-studio supports the following formats: -- Videos: MP4 (Video: H.
Transferring files to your Windows computer 1 Open menus. Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk 2 Display files in the selected folder. Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. 3 Switch to the Photo edit mode. 4 Switch to the Video edit mode. 5 Switch to the Sharing mode (to send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube). 6 Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list. 7 Select a file type.
Transferring files to your Windows computer 5 Turn on the camera. 6 On your computer, select My Computer → Removable Disk → DCIM → 100PHOTO. 7 Drag or save files to your computer. Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. With Windows Vista and Windows 7, the methods for disconnecting the camera are similar. 1 Verify that the status lamp is not blinking. • The status lamp blinks when transferring files. Wait until it stops.
Transferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will automatically recognize the device. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 1 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable. You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files.
Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.
Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. Accessing the settings menu 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to 3 . Select an item. Sound Medium Volume Select a menu. Beep Sound Shutter Sound Settings On Sound 1 Sound Start Sound Off Display AF Sound On Back Connectivity General 4 Select Select an option. Volume Option Off Description Low Sound: Set various camera sounds and the volume. (p. 93) Medium High Display: Customize the display settings. (p.
Settings menu Sound Display * Default Description Volume Set the volume of all sounds. (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Beep Sound Set to emit a sound when you press the buttons or switch modes. (Off, On*) Shutter Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press the shutter button. (Off, Sound 1*, Sound 2, Sound 3) Start Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you turn on your camera.
Settings menu * Default Item Display Brightness Quick View Description Adjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright) Connectivity * Default Item Description Video Out Set the video signal output for your region.
Settings menu * Default Item Description HDMI Size Set the resolution of photos when the camera plays back files on an HDTV via the HDMI cable. (NTSC: 1080i*, 720p, 480p/ PAL: 1080i*, 720p, 576p) • If the HDTV does not support the selected resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the next lower resolution. PC Software General * Default Set Intelli-studio to launch automatically when you connect your camera to your computer.
Settings menu * Default Item Description * Default Item Specify how to name files. • Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when you insert a new memory card, format a memory card, or delete all files. • Series*: Set the file number to resume from the previous file number when you insert a new memory card, format a memory card, or delete all files. Set whether or not to display the date and time on captured photos.
Settings menu * Default Item Description Format the internal memory and the memory card. Formatting will delete all files, including protected files. (Yes, No) Format Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by another brand of camera, a memory card reader, or a computer. Please format memory cards in the camera before using them to capture photos. Reset Reset menus and shooting options. Date and time, language, and video output settings will not be reset.
Appendixes Get information about error messages, specifications, and maintenance.
Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on Card Error again. • Remove your memory card, and then insert it again. • Format your memory card. You can lock an SD, SDHC, or SDXC card to prevent files from being deleted. Unlock the card when shooting. Card Locked Card not supported. The inserted memory card is not supported by your camera. Insert a SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card.
Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Camera lens and display Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper and wipe gently. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction. • Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens cover.
Camera maintenance Using or storing the camera Storing for extended period of time • When you store the camera for an extended period, place it in a sealed container with an absorbent material, such as silica gel. Inappropriate places to use or store the camera • Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an • Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Avoid using your camera in areas with extremely high humidity, or where the humidity changes drastically.
Camera maintenance • Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause • Turn off the camera when not using it. • Your camera contains delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the • • • • • • • • camera. Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case when not in use. Protect the camera from scratches by keeping it away from sand, sharp implements, or loose change. Do not use the camera if the screen is cracked or broken. Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face.
Camera maintenance Size Memory card adapter Memory card To use micro memory cards with this product, a PC, or a memory card reader, insert the card into an adapter. Super Fine Fine Normal 234 343 505 300 457 599 457 639 832 737 911 1,123 956 1,272 1,585 1,465 1,727 1,897 Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions.
Camera maintenance Cautions when using memory cards • Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or • Avoid exposing memory cards to very cold or very hot • • • • • • • • temperatures (below 0 °C/32 °F or above 40 °C/104 °F). Extreme temperatures can cause memory cards to malfunction. Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card.
Camera maintenance About the battery Cautions about using the battery Low battery message When the batteries discharge completely, the battery icon turns red and a message ‘Low Battery’ appears. Replace with new AA alkaline batteries.
Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other abnormalities in the battery, immediately discontinue use of the battery and contact a service center.
Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a service center. If you have attempted the suggested remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. When you leave your camera at a service center, be sure to also leave the other components that may have contributed to the malfunction, such as the memory card and battery.
Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The flash fires unexpectedly The flash may fire due to static electricity. The camera is not malfunctioning. Situation The date and time are incorrect Set the date and time in the display settings. (p. 95) is suitable for close-up shots. (p. 55) The display or buttons do not work Remove the battery, and then insert it again.
Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Situation • Make sure that the camera is correctly The TV does not display your photos connected to the TV with the A/V cable. • You cannot use Intelli-studio on • Make sure that your memory card Macintosh computers. contains photos. • Make sure that PC Software is set to • Make sure that the USB cable is Your computer does not recognize your camera Suggested remedies • End Intelli-studio and restart the program.
Camera specifications Image sensor Type 1/2.3" (Approximately 7.76 mm) CCD Effective pixels Approximately 16.2 mega-pixels Total pixels Approximately 16.4 mega-pixels Normal (AF) Range Lens Macro 10-80 cm 200-350 cm 10 cm-infinity 200 cm-infinity Super Macro 1-10 cm (Only zoom level 9) - SAMSUNG 26x Zoom Lens f = 4.0-104.0 mm (35mm film equivalent: 22.3-580 mm) Shutter speed F-stop range F3.1 (W)-F5.9 (T) • Program: 1-1/2,000 sec. Zoom (Optical zoom X Digital zoom: 130.
Camera specifications Shake reduction Shooting • Modes: Smart Auto (Portrait, Night Portrait, DUAL IS [Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) + Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)] Effect Photo Shooting mode Video Shooting mode • Photo Filter (Smart Filter): Miniature, Vignetting, Cross Filter, Fish-eye, Old Film, Classic, Retro • Image Adjust: Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation Photos Movie Filter (Smart Filter): Vignetting, Fish-eye, Classic, Retro, Palette Effect 1, Palette Effect 2, Palette Effect 3, Pal
Camera specifications Playback For 1 GB SD: Number of photos • Type: Single image, Thumbnails, Multi Slide Photos Videos Show with Music and Effect, Movie clip, Smart Album* * Smart Album category: All, Date, File Type • Edit: Resize, Rotate, Image Adjust, Smart Filter, Crop • Effect: Image Adjust (Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, ACB, Face Retouch, Red-eye Fix), Smart Filter (Normal, Miniature, Vignetting, Cross Filter, Fish-eye, Old Film, Classic, Retro) Image size Edit: Still image capture, Time
Camera specifications Interface Dimensions (W X H X D) Digital output connector USB 2.0 Audio input/ output Internal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Mono) Video output • A/V: NTSC, PAL (selectable) • HDMI 1.4: NTSC, PAL (selectable) Power source 114.48 x 79.26 x 86.45 mm (4.51 x 3.12 x 3.40 in.) (without protrusions) Weight 403 g (14.22 oz.
Glossary ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images when the subject is backlit or when there is a high contrast between your subject and the background. Composition Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition.
Glossary DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) A format for writing printing information, such as selected images and number of prints, on a memory card. DPOF-compatible printers, sometimes available at photo shops, can read the information from the card for convenient printing. Exposure The amount of light allowed to reach the camera’s sensor. Exposure is controlled by a combination of the shutter speed, the aperture value, and ISO sensitivity.
Glossary H.264/MPEG-4 A high-compression video format established by international standard organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T and developed by the Joint Video Team (JVT). This codec is capable of providing good video quality at low bit rates. Image sensor The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for each pixel in the image. Each photosite records the brightness of the light that strikes it during an exposure.
Glossary OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) This feature compensates in real-time for shaking and vibrating while shooting. There is no image degradation compared to Digital Image Stabilization feature. Optical zoom This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does not deteriorate quality of images. Quality An expression of the rate of compression used in a digital image. Higher quality images have a lower rate of compression, which usually results in a larger file size.
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FCC notice NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Index A AF-assist light Location 12 Settings 96 AF Lamp 96 AF Sound 93 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) 94 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 63 Auto Display Off 94 A/V port 12 B Battery Caution 105 Inserting 16 Beauty Shot mode 35 Blink Detection 61 Brightness Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 62 Burst modes Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) 66 Continuous 66 Motion Capture 66 D F Date/Time Set 95 Face Detection 59 Deleting files 72 Flash Digital Print Order Format (DOF) 81 Digital zoom 26 Dis
Index H Intelli-studio 86 Half-press shutter 29 Intelli zoom 27 HDMI Size 95 ISO sensitivity 54 HDTV 83 I Playback mode 69 Shooting mode 20 Image Adjustment ACB 80 Brightness Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 62 Contrast Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 67 Red-eye 81 Saturation Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 67 Sharpness 67 Image quality 50 Program mode 37 Caution 104 Insert 16 Protecting files 72 Menu button 14 Metering L Language settings 95 Icons Memory card Live Panorama mode 39 M Ma
Index S Smart Filter Playback mode 79 Shooting mode 44 Saturation Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 67 Sound settings 24 Self portrait 60 Start Image 93 Service center 107 Status lamp 13 Settings 92 Sharpness 67 Shooting portraits Beauty Shot mode 35 Blink Detection 61 Face Detection 59 Red-eye 53 Red-eye Fix 53 Self portrait 60 Smile shot 60 Shutter button 12 Slide show 75 Smart Album 70 Smart Auto mode 32 Z Unpacking 11 Zoom V Video Playback mode 76 Shooting mode 46 T Video Out 94 Thumbnails
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