This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Basic troubleshooting User Manual WB690 Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index Downloaded From camera-usermanual.
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 touch the flash while it fires. The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin. Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment When you use AC charger, turn off the camera before you disconnect the power to the AC charger. Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock. Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time.
Health and safety information Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Check that the camera is operating properly before use. The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.
Outline of the User Manual Basic functions Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners.
Icons used in this manual Indicators used in this manual Shooting mode Indicator Smart Auto S Icon Function Program Ò Aperture Priority A Shutter Priority h [ ] Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Manual M ( ) Page number of related information DUAL IS d Scene s Movie v The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select a Photo Size (represents Select a, and then select Photo Size).
Expressions used in this manual Exposure (Brightness) The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, aperture value, and 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. 49) • If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p.
Quick reference Capturing photos of people • s mode > Beauty Shot f 34 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 49 • Face Detection f 56 Capturing photos at night or in the dark • s mode > Night, Dawn, Sunset f 34 • Flash options f 49 • ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 51 Capturing action photos Capturing photos of text, insects, or flowers • s mode > Text f 34 • Macro f 52 Applying effects to photos • Smart Filter effects f 67 • Image Adjust (to adjust Contrast, Sharpn
Contents Basic functions ................................................................. 12 Extended functions .......................................................... 31 Unpacking ................................................................... Camera layout ............................................................. Inserting the battery and memory card ....................... Charging the battery and turning on your camera ...... Charging the battery ...........................................
Contents Using Face Detection .................................................. Detecting faces .......................................................... Capturing a self portrait shot ....................................... Capturing a smile shot ................................................ Detecting eye blinking ................................................. Using Smart Face Recognition .................................... Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) .................
Contents Playback/Editing............................................................... 71 Settings ............................................................................. 96 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode .............. Starting Playback mode .............................................. Viewing photos .......................................................... Playing a video ........................................................... Playing a voice memo ..............................
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. Not included. Camera AC adapter/ USB cable Camera case Rechargeable battery A/V cable Strap Battery charger User Manual CD-ROM HDMI cable Memory card Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. POWER button Shutter button Microphone Speaker Flash AF-assist light/Timer lamp Lens USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Tripod mount HDMI port Accepts HDMI cable Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery Downloaded From camera-usermanual.
Camera layout Mode dial (see the left table below) 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 volume • When selecting an option: Adjust defined settings Status lamp • Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus • Steady: When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focus Attaching the strap x Display Icon S Description Button Smart Auto: Capture
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 Slide the lock down to release the battery. Rechargeable battery Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up.
Charging the battery and turning on your camera Charging the battery Turning on your camera Before you use 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. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 18) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [P].
Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera’s basic settings. 1 Press [t] to select Language, and then press [t] or [o]. 4 Press [D/c] to select Home, and then press [o]. • When you travel to another country, select Visit, and then select a new time zone. 5 Press [F] or [t] to select a time zone, and then press [o]. • To set daylight-savings time, press [D]. Time Zone 2 Press [D/c/F/t] to select a language, and then press [o].
Performing the initial setup 6 Press [F] [c] to select Date & Time, and then press [t] or [o]. Date & Time Off Exit Set 7 8 Press [F] or [t] to select an item. 9 Press [m] to switch to Shooting mode. Press [D] or [c] to set the date and time or select a date format, and then press [o]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.
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 You can select options by pressing [m], and then pressing [D/c/F/t], or [o]. You can also access shooting options by pressing [f], but some options may not be available. 1 2 Going back to the previous menu In Shooting mode, press [m]. Press [m] again to go back to the previous menu. Select an option or menu. • To move up or down, press [D/c]. • To move left or right, press [F/t]. 3 Half-press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.
Selecting options or menus 4 For example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode: 1 Press [D/c] to select White Balance, and then press [t] or [o]. Rotate the mode dial to Ò. Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection 2 Exit Move Press [m]. 5 Photo Size Press [F/t] to select a White Balance option. Quality White Balance : Daylight EV ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection Exit 3 Move Move Press [D/c] to select a, and then press [t] or [o].
Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display information, sound settings, and user button settings. About histograms Setting the display type You can select a display type for the Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays different shooting or playback information. See the table below Press [D] repeatedly to change the display type. Show all photographic information. Mode A histogram is a graph that illustrates how light is distributed in your photo.
Setting the display and sound Setting the sound Setting the user button Set the sound your camera emits when you perform functions. You can directly access an option by setting the user button. 1 2 3 1 2 3 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Select U Beep Sound. Select an option. Option Description Off The camera does not emit any sounds. 1/2/3 The camera emits sounds. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a Custom Set. Select an option.
Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. 1 Rotate the mode dial to S. 3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. 2 Align your subject in the frame. 4 Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. See page 29 for tips to get clearer photos. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.
Capturing photos Digital zoom Zooming You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has an 18X Optical zoom and 4X Digital zoom. You can also use a 24X Smart zoom and 3X Digital zoom to zoom in on a subject with less quality deterioration. ÒAhMs 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.
Capturing photos Smart zoom Setting Smart zoom ÒAhM Smart zoom lets you zoom in a subject without less picture quality degradation than when you use the Optical zoom and Digital zoom. By using both the Smart zoom and Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 72 times. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a Smart Zoom. Select an option. Icon Description Off: The Smart zoom is deactivated. On: The Smart zoom is activated.
Capturing photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) ÒAhMsv Before correction 1 2 3 you move your camera to follow a moving subject you use the Digital zoom there is too much camera shake the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you capture night scenes) - the battery is low - you capture a close-up shot • If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred by the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when you use a tripod.
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. reduce camera shake optically. (p. 28) • Select the d mode to reduce camera shake both optically and digitally. (p. 40) When is displayed Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically.
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 light Turn
Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo, record a video, and voice memo 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 S. Icon Description Align your subject in the frame. Portraits • The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate Close-up photos of objects scene icon appears at the bottom 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 S 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 s. Using the Beauty Shot mode Select a scene. In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. 1 2 3 4 5 Beauty Shot Rotate the mode dial to s. Select Beauty Shot. Press [m]. Select a Face Tone. Select an option.
Using the Scene mode 7 Select an option. • For example, increase the face retouch setting to hide more imperfections. Face Tone Face Retouch Off Face Detection Level 1 Smart FR Edit Level 2 Level 3 Photo Size Quality Focus Area Back Set 8 9 Press [m] to return to Shooting mode. 10 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. When you use the Beauty Shot mode, the focus distance will be set to Auto Macro.
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 Ò. 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 page 45.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Adjust the aperture value or shutter speed to control the exposure of your photos. You can use these options in the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual modes. Aperture value The aperture is a hole that lets light into the camera. The aperture housing contains thin, metal plates that open and close, widening or narrowing the aperture, and controlling the amount of light that enters the camera.
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Aperture Priority mode Using the Shutter Priority mode The Aperture Priority mode allows you to set the aperture value manually while the camera automatically selects an appropriate shutter speed. The Shutter Priority mode allows you to set the shutter speed manually while the camera automatically selects an appropriate aperture value. 1 2 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. Press [o] [D/c] to adjust the aperture value.
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Manual mode The Manual mode allows you to adjust both the aperture value and the shutter speed manually. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to M. 3 Press [D/c] to adjust the aperture value or shutter speed. Press [o] to select the aperture value or shutter speed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com 4 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options.
Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction 1 2 3 After correction Rotate the mode dial to d. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo. • The Digital zoom and Smart zoom are not available in d mode. • The camera will correct photos optically only when the light source is brighter than fluorescent light.
Using the Movie mode In Movie mode, you can customize settings to record high-definition 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 standard organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In this case, set a lower resolution.
Using the Movie mode 7 8 9 Pause recording Set desired options. (For a list of options, refer to page 45.) Press (Video recording) to start recording. Press (Video recording) again to stop recording. The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. • You can start recording a video in any mode by pressing (Video recording) without having to rotate the mode dial to v.
Using the Movie mode Using the Smart Scene Detection mode Icon Description In Smart Scene Detection mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. Landscapes 1 2 3 4 5 Clear skies Sunsets Rotate the mode dial to v. Forested areas In Shooting mode, press [m]. 6 7 Select V Smart Scene Detection On. Press [m] to return to Shooting mode. Press (Video recording) to start recording. Press (Video recording) again to stop recording.
Recording voice memos ÒAhMds Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back later. You can also add a voice memo to a photo to remind you of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when you speak 16 in (40 cm) away from the camera. Recording a voice memo Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a Voice Record. Press [Shutter]. • Press [o] to pause or press [o] 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. Setting the video resolution Selecting a 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 SÒAhMds 1 2 3 SÒAhMdsv In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select V Movie Size. Select an option.
Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video quality Selecting image quality Set the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. Setting the photo quality ÒAhMds The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. v The camera compresses and saves the videos you record in the MP4 (H.264) format. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select V Frame Rate. Select an option.
Using the timer SÒAhMdsv Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 1 In Shooting mode, press [t]. 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. Timer : Off • Press [Shutter] to cancel the timer. • Depending on the timer option, some Face Detection options are not available. • The timer options are not available if you set Drive options. Move 2 OK Set Select an option.
Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye Using the flash Òs 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.” SÒAhMs Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [F].
Shooting in the dark Icon Description • Flash options are not available if you set Drive options or select Red-eye: • The flash will fire twice when the subject or background is dark to reduce the red-eye effect. • There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. Fill in: • The flash always fires. • The camera automatically adjusts light intensity. Slow Sync: • The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.
Shooting in the dark 4 Press [F/t] to adjust the intensity. Back 5 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ÒAhM 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. With a higher ISO sensitivity, you can get a better photo without using the flash. Flash : Auto OK Set Press [o] to save your settings. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m].
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using macro ÒAhMdv Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Using auto focus 1 In Shooting mode, press [c]. Focus : Normal (AF) Move • Try to hold the camera firmly to prevent blurry photos. • Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 16 in (40 cm). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.
Changing the camera’s focus 2 Adjusting the focus distance manually Select an option. Icon Description Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 32 in. (80 cm) (137 in. [350 cm] when you use the zoom). Macro: Manually focus on a subject that is 2-32 in. (5-80 cm) from the camera (70-137 in. [180-350 cm] when you use the zoom). Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 2 in. (5 cm) (farther than 70 in. [180 cm] away when you use the zoom). 1 2 3 4 ÒAhMd In Shooting mode, press [c].
Changing the camera’s focus Focusing on a selected area Using tracking auto focus ÒAhMd You can focus on an area that you have selected. 1 2 3 4 ÒAhMd Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a Focus Area Selection AF. Press [m] to return to Shooting mode. Press [o] [D/c/F/t] to move the frame to a desired area. 1 2 3 4 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a Focus Area Tracking AF.
Changing the camera’s focus • If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the • • • • • center of the screen.
Using Face Detection ÒAhMds 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. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them. Detecting faces • When your camera detects a face, it tracks the detected face • • • • • • • • 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 4 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a Face Detection Self-Portrait. Press [m] to return to Shooting mode. When you hear a quick beep, press [Shutter]. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a Face Detection Smile Shot.
Using Face Detection Detecting eye blinking Using Smart Face Recognition If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. The Smart Face Recognition feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces and on favorite faces. The Smart Face Recognition feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m].
Using Face Detection • The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) on lighting conditions, drastic changes in the subject's pose or face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses. • The camera can automatically register up to 12 faces. If the camera recognizes a new face when 12 faces have already been registered, it will replace the lowest priority face with the new one.
Using Face Detection 4 When you are finished capturing the photos, the face list appears. • Your favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list. • You can register up to 8 favorite faces. • The flash will not fire when you register a favorite face. • If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of the faces in the face list. Viewing your favorite faces 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a Smart FR Edit Face List.
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. ÒAhdv 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 Move Darker (-) 1 2 Neutral (0) Brighter (+) 4 OK Set Press [o] to save your settings.
Adjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option ÒAhMdv Icon 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. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select an option. Description Spot: • Your camera measures only the light intensity at the very center of the frame. • If a subject is not in the center of the frame, your photo may be improperly exposed.
Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a light source (White balance) ÒAhMdv 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 [m]. Select a or V White Balance. Select an option.
Adjusting brightness and color Customizing preset White Balance options 1 2 3 4 5 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a or V White Balance. Scroll to a desired option. Rotate [Zoom] to the right. Press [D/c/F/t] to adjust the value on the coordinates.
Adjusting brightness and color Adjusting color temperature 1 2 3 4 5 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a or V White Balance. Scroll to Color Temp. Color temperature Color temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin that indicates the hue of a specific type of light source. As the color temperature increases, the color distribution becomes cooler. Alternatively, as the color temperature decreases, the color distribution becomes warmer. Cool Rotate [Zoom] to the right.
Using drive modes ÒAhM It can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the Drive modes to capture multiple photos rapidly. Icon Description AEB: • Capture 3 consecutive photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. • Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.
Applying effects/Adjusting images Applying Smart Filter effects ÒAhMv Apply various filter effects to your photos and videos to create unique images. Available filters in Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual modes Icon Description Off: No effect 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.
Applying effects/Adjusting images Icon Icon Description Description Retro: Apply a sepia tone effect. Sketch: Apply a pen sketch effect. Negative: Apply a negative film effect. Fish-eye: Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens. Custom RGB: Customize a color value. Defog: Make image clearer. Classic: Apply a black and white effect. Available filters in Movie mode Retro: Apply a sepia tone effect. Icon Description Negative: Apply a negative film effect.
Applying effects/Adjusting images Defining your own RGB tone 1 2 3 4 5 • If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the speed of the video will increase. In Shooting mode, press [m]. • If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the camera Select a or V Smart Filter. • If you select Miniature, Vignetting, Half Tone Dot, Sketch, will not record sound. Fish-eye, or Defog, the recording speed will be set to and the recording resolution will be set to less than .
Applying effects/Adjusting images Adjusting your photos ÒAhM Saturation Description Adjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos. - Decrease the saturation. 1 2 3 + Increase the saturation. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select a Image Adjust. • Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing). • If you set adjustment functions, you cannot use Smart Filter options. Select an option. • Contrast • Sharpness • Saturation 4 Adjust each value.
Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, TV, or HDTV.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and how to manage files. Photo file information Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera. 1 Press [P]. Histogram • 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 OK : Play Press [F/t] to scroll through files.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Video file information Ranking your favorite faces You can rank your favorite faces. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. 1 2 3 Play Icon V Capture In Playback mode, press [m]. Select L Face List Edit Edit Ranking. Select a face from the list, and then press [o].
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting favorite faces Viewing files by category in Smart Album You can delete your favorite faces. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. 1 2 3 4 5 In Playback mode, press [m]. Select L Face List Edit Delete. Select a face, and then press [o]. View files by category, such as date, face, or file type. 1 2 3 In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left. Press [m]. Select a category. Press [f].
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 4 Press [F/t] to scroll through files. • Press and hold [F/t] to scroll through files quickly. 5 Viewing files as thumbnails Scan thumbnails of files. Press [o] to return to the normal view. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left to view thumbnails (3 at a time). Rotate [Zoom] to the left once or twice more to display more thumbnails (9 or 20 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 [m]. Select L Protect Select. • To protect all files, select All Lock. 3 Scroll to the file you want to protect, and then press [o]. • Press [o] again to cancel your selection. Protected file 1 2 In Playback mode, select a file, and then press [f].
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting all files You can select all files, and then delete them at once. 1 2 3 In Playback mode, press [m]. Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. Enlarging a photo Select L Delete All. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the right to enlarge a portion of the photo. Rotate [Zoom] to the left to zoom out. When the pop-up message appears, select Yes.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a slide show Option Apply effects and audio to a slide show of your photos. The slide show function does not work for videos or voice memos. 1 2 3 Description • Set a scene change effect between photos. (Off*, Calm, Shine, Relax, Lively, Sweet) Effect In Playback mode, press [m]. • Select Off to cancel effects. • When you use the Effect option, the interval Select W. between photos will be set to 3 seconds. Music Select a slide show effect option.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Trimming a video 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. 1 While viewing a video, press [o] at the point where you want the trimming to begin. 1 2 2 3 Rotate [Zoom] to the right, and then press [o]. 4 5 Rotate [Zoom] to the right. In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [o]. View the video.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Capturing an image from video Playing a voice memo 1 While viewing a video, press [o] at the point where you want to capture an image. 2 Press [c]. • The resolution of the captured image will be the same as the original video. • The captured image is saved as a new file. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Listening to a voice memo 1 In Playback mode, select a voice memo, and then press [o]. 2 Listen to the voice memo.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. 2 3 Select L Voice Memo On. Press [Shutter] to record a short voice memo. • Maximum recording time is 10 seconds. • Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo. Playing voice memos that are attached to photos 1 In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice memo, and then press [o]. 2 Listen to a voice memo. • Press [o] to pause playback.
Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save edited photos as new files. When you rotate a picture, the camera overwrites the original file. • 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. You can set a photo to be displayed when the camera turns on.
Editing a photo Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. 2 3 Select E Smart Filter. Select an effect. • To see available filter options, refer to page 67. Smart Filter : Off Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. 2 3 4 5 Select E Smart Filter. Scroll to Custom RGB. Rotate [Zoom] to the right. Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).
Editing a photo Retouching faces Adjusting your photos Learn how to correct the red-eye effect, adjust the skin tone, and adjust the brightness, contrast, or saturation. The camera will save an edited photo as a new file, but may convert it to a lower resolution. Removing red-eye 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. 2 3 Select E Image Adjust Red-eye Fix. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. 2 3 4 Select E Image Adjust Face Retouch.
Editing a photo Adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation Adding noise to the photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. 2 3 Select E Image Adjust. 2 3 Select E Image Adjust Add Noise. Select an adjusting option. Icon Press [o] to save. Description Brightness Contrast Saturation 4 5 6 Rotate [Zoom] to the right. Press [F/t] to adjust the option. Press [o] to save your settings.
Editing a photo Printing photos as thumbnails Creating a print order (DPOF) 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 DPOFcompatible printers. 1 2 In Playback mode, press [m]. Print photos as thumbnails to check all the photos at once. 1 2 3 In Playback mode, press [m]. Select L DPOF Index. When the pop-up message appears, select Yes.
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 1 2 3 4 5 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Select n Video Out. Select the video signal output for your country or region. (p. 101) 6 Turn on your TV, and then select the A/V video souce with the TV remote control. 7 8 Turn on your camera, and then press [P]. View photos or play videos using the camera buttons. Turn off your camera and TV.
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV 6 Viewing files on an HDTV 1 2 3 4 5 have turned the Anynet+ function on in your camera, the HDTV turns on automatically and displays the camera screen, and the camera automatically enters Playback mode. • If you turn Anynet+ off in your camera, the HDTV does not turn on automatically. • If you don't have Anynet+ on your TV or Anynet+ is turned off in your camera, turn on your TV, and then select the HDMI source on your TV using your TV's remote control.
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 work 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 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically and Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. Intelli-studio launches automatically. If you set the USB option to Select, select Computer in the pop-up window. The battery will charge while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit files. For details, select Help Help from the program toolbar. • To enjoy more features, such as creating slide shows with templates, install the full version of Intelli-studio by selecting Web Support Update Intelli-studio • • • • Start Update from the program toolbar.
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. 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. If you set the USB option to Select, select Computer in the pop-up window. 6 On your computer, select My Computer Removable Disk DCIM 100PHOTO. 7 Drag or save files to your computer.
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. 2 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically and displays a removable disk icon.
Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. 1 2 3 Configuring print settings In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Select n USB Printer. Press [m] to configure print settings. Turn on the printer, and then connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable.
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Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. Accessing the settings menu 1 2 3 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Select an item. Medium Volume Off Start Sound Select a menu. 1 Shutter Sound 1 Beep Sound Volume Off Start Sound 1 Shutter Sound 1 Beep Sound Exit 4 Option U Move On AF Sound Exit On AF Sound Medium Select an option. Move Description Sound: Set various camera sounds and the volume. (p. 98) Y Display: Customize the display settings. (p.
Settings menu Sound Display * Default * Default Item Description Item Description Volume Set the volume of any sound. (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Function Description Display a brief description of an option or menu. (Off, On*) Start Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you turn on your camera. (Off*, 1, 2, 3) Grid Line Select a guide to help you compose a scene. (Off*, 3 X 3, 2 X 2, +, X) Shutter Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press the shutter button.
Settings menu Settings * Default Item Display Brightness Quick View Description Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto. Format Set the duration for reviewing a captured image before returning to the Shooting mode. (Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec) • In Power save mode, press any button other than [POWER] to resume using the camera. • Even if you do not set the Power save mode, the screen will dim 30 seconds after the last operation to save power.
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 Video Out Set the video signal output for your region. • NTSC*: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico • PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, England, Finland, Germany, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand AF Lamp Set a light to automatically turn on in dark places to help you focus.
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 or SDHC card to prevent files from being deleted. Unlock the card when shooting. Error message Suggested remedies File Error Delete the damaged file or contact a service center. File system not supported.
Camera maintenance Camera body Cleaning your camera 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 on beaches or shores Using or storing the camera • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas. Inappropriate places to use or store the camera • Your camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery, • Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Avoid using your camera in areas with extremely high humidity, adapter, or memory card with wet hands.
Camera maintenance • Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause Other cautions • Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury • • • • • • • • • to yourself or others or damage to your camera. Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation. Turn off the camera when not using it. Your camera consists of delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the camera. Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case when not in use.
Camera maintenance Memory card capacity Cautions when using memory cards The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB SD card: Size P h o t o s * V i d e o s • Insert a memory card in the correct direction.
Camera maintenance • When you carry a memory card, use a case to protect the card from electrostatic discharges. • Transfer important data to other media, such as a hard disk, CD, or DVD. • When you use the camera for an extended period, the memory card may become warm. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
Camera maintenance Cautions about using the battery Low battery message When the battery has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the "Low Battery" message will appear. Notes about using the battery • Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very • • • • hot temperatures (below 0 ºC/32 ºF or above 40 ºC/104 ºF). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.
Camera maintenance • Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly. • • • • Charge the battery until the indicator light turns green. If the indicator light blinks in orange or does not illuminate, reconnect the cable, or remove the battery and insert it again. If you charge the battery when the cable is overheated or the temperature is too high, the indicator light may turn orange. Charging will start when the battery cools down. Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life.
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. 99) is suitable for close-up shots. (p. 52) 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 connected correctly. • Make sure that your camera is switched on.
Camera specifications Image sensor Type 1/2.33" (Approximately 7.76 mm) CCD Effective pixels Approximately 12 mega-pixels Total pixels Range Approximately 16.4 mega-pixels Wide (W) Tele (T) Normal (AF) 80 cm-infinity 350 cm-infinity Macro 5 cm-80 cm 180 cm-350 cm Auto Macro 5 cm-infinity 180 cm-infinity Manual Focus 5 cm-infinity 180 cm-infinity Lens Focal length Schneider-KREUZNACH Lens f = 4.0 mm-72.0 mm (35 mm film equivalent : 24-432 mm) F-stop range F3.2 (W)-F5.
Camera specifications Flash Date Imprinting Mode Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Off, Red-eye Fix Date & Time, Date, Off Range • Wide: 0.3 m-3.6 m (ISO Auto) • Tele: 0.5 m-2 m (ISO Auto) Shooting Recharging time Approximately 4 sec.
Camera specifications Playback Type Single image, Thumbnails, Multi Slide Show with Music and Effect, Movie clip, Smart Album* * Smart Album category: Type, Date, Color, Week, Face Edit Resize, Rotate, Image Adjust, Smart Filter, Trim Effect • Image Adjust: Red-eye Fix, Face Retouch, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Add Noise • Smart Filter: Off, Miniature, Vignetting, Soft-Focus, Old Film 1, Old Film 2, Half Tone Dot, Sketch, Fish-eye, Defog, Classic, Retro, Negative, Custom RGB File format For 1
Camera specifications Interface Digital output connector Operating Temperature USB 2.0 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) Operating Humidity Audio input/output Internal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Stereo) Video output • A/V: NTSC, PAL (selectable) • HDMI 1.4: NTSC, PAL (selectable) DC power input connector 20 pin, 4.4 V 5-85 % Software Intelli-studio Specifications may change without notice to improve performance.
Glossary AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket) This feature automatically captures several images at different exposures to help you capture a properly-exposed image. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). AF (Auto Focus) A system that automatically focuses the camera lens on the subject. Your camera uses the contrast to focus automatically.
Glossary EV (Exposure Value) All the combinations of the camera’s shutter speed and lens aperture that result in the same exposure. EV Compensation This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your photos. Set the EV compensation to -1.0 EV to adjust the value one step darker and 1.0 EV to one step brighter.
Glossary ISO sensitivity The sensitivity of the camera to light, based on the equivalent film speed used in a film camera. At higher ISO sensitivity settings, the camera uses a higher shutter speed, which can reduce blur caused by camera shake and low light. However, images with high sensitivity are more susceptible to noise. JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) A lossy method of compression for digital images.
Glossary Resolution The number of pixels present in a digital image. High resolution images contain more pixels and typically show more detail than low resolution images. Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor.
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) Correct disposal of batteries in this product (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g.
FCC notice • NOTE: • Declaration of Conformity 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 Beauty Shot mode 34 AF-assist light Blink Detection 58 location 14 settings 101 AF Lamp 101 Contrast Playback mode 85 Shooting mode 70 Brightness Aperture Priority mode 38 Aperture value 37 Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) 66 A/V port 14 B Battery caution 109 charging 17 inserting 16 Editing photos 82 Editing videos Playback mode 85 Shooting mode 61 capturing 80 trimming 79 D Date & Time 99 AF Sound 98 Anynet+ 101 E C Deleting files 76 Camera maintenance 104 Digital Print Order Format (
Index Focus area Image Adjustment Center AF 55 Multi AF 55 Selection AF 55 Tracking AF 55 Add Noise 85 Brightness Playback mode 85 Shooting mode 61 Contrast Playback mode 85 Shooting mode 70 Formatting 99 Function button 15 Red-eye 84 Saturation Playback mode 85 Shooting mode 70 G Sharpness 70 Grid Line 98 Image quality 47 H Imprint 100 Half-press shutter 29 Intelli-studio 91 HDMI Size 101 ISO sensitivity 51 HDTV 88 L I Language settings 99 Icons Playback mode 72 Shooting mode 20 Downlo
Index R Red-eye Playback mode 84 Shooting mode 49 Reset 99 Resolution Playback mode 82 Shooting mode 46 Retouching faces Playback mode 84 Shooting mode 34 Rotating 82 S Service center 112 Smart Filter Playback mode 83 Shooting mode 67 Settings 99 Sharpness 70 Shooting portraits Beauty Shot mode 34 Blink Detection 58 Face Detection 56 Red-eye 50 Red-eye fix 50 Self portrait 57 Smart Face Recognition 58 Smile Shot 57 Shutter button 14 Scene mode 34 Smart Album 74 Smart Face Recognition 58 Download
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