Samsung ST90 Camera User Guide

User Manual

ST90/ST91

This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.

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Quick reference

Contents

Basic functions

Extended functions

Shooting options

Playback/Editing

Settings

Appendixes

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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.

Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera.

This may result in electric shock or damage to the camera.

Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive gases and liquids.

This may cause a fire or explosion.

Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store these materials near the camera.

This may cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not handle your camera with wet hands.

This may result in electric shock.

Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight.

Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. If you use the flash too close to your subject’s eyes, this can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage.

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.

Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures for an extended period of time.

Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause permanent damage to your camera’s internal components.

Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes.

The camera may over-heat, which may distort the camera or cause a fire.

If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately disconnect all power sources such, as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center.


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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.

Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Do not damage or heat the battery.

This may cause a fire or personal injuries.

Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables and accessories.

• Unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury.

• Samsung is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories.

Do not use batteries for unintended purposes.


Do not touch the flash while it fires.

The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin.

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.

Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.

Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when you charge batteries.


Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the

+/- terminals on the battery.



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Do not force the camera’s parts or apply pressure to the camera.

This may cause your camera to malfunction.

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.

Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case.

Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased.

Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.

This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a fire.

Check that the camera is operating properly before use.

The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or damages that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light

( ▲) into your camera.

If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.


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Copyright information

• Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.

• micro SD™, micro SDHC™ are registered trademarks of the SD

Association.

• Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation.

• Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners.

• Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions.

• You are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual without prior permission.

• For Open Source License information, refer to the

“OpenSourceInfo.pdf” in the provided CD-ROM.

Organization of the user manual

Basic functions

Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.

Extended functions

Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo.

Shooting options

Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.

Playback/Editing

Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. You will also learn how to connect your camera to your photo printer or TV.

Settings

Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.

Appendixes

Refer to error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips.

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28

38

59

81

87


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Indications used in this manual

Shooting mode

Smart Auto

Program

Scene

Movie

Smart Movie

Indication

Icons used in this manual

Icon Function

Additional information

[ ]

( )

→

*

Safety warnings and precautions

Camera buttons; for example: [ Shutter] represents the shutter button.

Page number of related information

The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step. For example: Select Shooting

→ White

Balance represents select Shooting, and then select

White Balance.

Annotation

Shooting mode icons

These icons indicate that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The mode may not support functions for all scenes.

e.g.)

Available in the

Program and Movie modes


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Abbreviations used in this manual

Abbreviation Definition

ACB Auto Contrast Balance

AEB

AF

Auto Exposure Bracket

Auto Focus

DIS

DPOF

EV

ISO

WB

Digital Image Stabilization

Digital Print Order Format

Exposure Value

International Organization for Standardization

White Balance

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.

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 speed. By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker or lighter.

Half-press [

Shutter]

Press [

Shutter]

Subject, background, and composition

• Subject: The main object of a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life.

• Background: The objects around the subject.

• Composition: The combination of a subject and background.

Background

Composition

Subject

Normal exposure


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Overexposure (too bright)


You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options.

The subject's eyes appear red.

Photos have dust spots.

This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash.

• Set the flash option to

Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 41)

• If the photo has already been taken, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 70)

Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.

• Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.

• Set ISO speed options. (p. 42)

Photos are blurred.

This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly.

• Press [

Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (p. 26)

• Use the DIS function. (p. 25)

Photos are blurred when shooting at night.

Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting.

As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows.

This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake.

• Select Night in the mode. (p. 34)

• Turn on the flash. (p. 41)


• Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.

When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded.

• Avoid shooting with the sun behind your subject.

• Select Backlight in the mode. (p. 30)

• Set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 41)

• Set the Auto Contrast Balance ( ACB) option. (p. 51)

• Adjust the exposure. (p. 51)

• Set the metering option to

Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 52)


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Quick reference

Taking photos of people

•

•

mode > Object Highlight 

33

mode > Beauty Shot 

32

• Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)



41

• Face Detection 

46

Taking photos at night or in the dark

• mode > Night



34

• mode > Sunset, Dawn 

30

• Flash options 

41

• ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light)



42

Taking action photos

• Continuous, Motion Capture



54

Adjusting the exposure (brightness)

• EV (to adjust exposure) 

51

• ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright backgrounds) 

51

• Metering 

52

• AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with different exposures) 

54

Applying a different effect

• mode > Magic Frame 

31

• Smart filter effects



55

• Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or contrast) 

58

Reducing camera shake

• Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) 

25

Taking photos of text, insects, or flowers

• mode > Text 

30

• Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos) 

43

• White Balance (to change the color tone) 

52

• Viewing files by category in

Smart Album 

62

• Deleting all files on the memory card 

64

• Viewing files as a slide show



65

• Viewing files on a TV 

73

• Connecting your camera to a computer



74

• Adjusting sound and volume



83

• Adjusting the brightness of the display 

83

• Changing the display language



84

• Setting the date and time 

84

• Formatting the memory card



84

• Troubleshooting 

97


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Quick reference

Contents

Contents

Basic functions

............................................................... 11

Unpacking ................................................................... 12

Camera layout ............................................................. 13

Inserting the battery and memory card ....................... 15

Charging the battery and turning your camera on ...... 16

Charging the battery

................................................... 16

Turning on your camera

.............................................. 16

Performing the initial setup ......................................... 17

Learning icons ............................................................. 18

Selecting options or menus ........................................ 19

Setting the display and sound .................................... 21

Changing the display type

........................................... 21

Setting the sound

....................................................... 21

Taking photos .............................................................. 22

Zooming

.................................................................... 23

Reducing camera shake (DIS)

..................................... 25

Tips for getting a clearer photo ................................... 26

Extended functions

........................................................ 28

Shooting modes .......................................................... 29

Using the Smart Auto mode

........................................ 29

Using the Scene mode ............................................... 30

Using the Magic Frame mode

..................................... 31

Using the Beauty Shot mode ....................................... 32

Using the Object Highlight mode

................................. 33

Using the Night mode ................................................. 34

Using the Program mode

............................................ 35

Recording a video ...................................................... 35


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Recording voice memos ............................................. 37

Recording a voice memo

............................................ 37

Adding a voice memo to a photo ................................. 37

Shooting options

............................................................ 38

Selecting a resolution and quality ............................... 39

Selecting a resolution

.................................................. 39

Selecting image quality

............................................... 39

Using the timer ............................................................ 40

Shooting in the dark .................................................... 41

Preventing red-eye

..................................................... 41

Using the flash ........................................................... 41

Adjusting the ISO speed

............................................. 42

Changing the camera’s focus ..................................... 43

Using macro .............................................................. 43

Using auto focus

........................................................ 43

Using tracking auto focus ............................................ 44

Adjusting the focus area

.............................................. 45

Using face detection ................................................... 46

Detecting faces

.......................................................... 46

Taking a self-portrait shot

............................................. 47

Taking a smile shot

..................................................... 47

Detecting eye blinking

................................................. 48

Using smart face recognition

...................................... 48

Registering faces as your favorites (My Star)

................. 49

Adjusting brightness and color ................................... 51

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)

........................... 51

Compensating for backlighting (ACB)

........................... 51

Changing the metering option

...................................... 52

Contents

Selecting a light source (White balance)

....................... 52

Using burst modes ...................................................... 54

Improving your photos ................................................ 55

Applying smart filter effects

.......................................... 55

Adjusting your photos

................................................. 58

Playback/Editing

............................................................. 59

Playing back ................................................................ 60

Starting Playback mode .............................................. 60

Viewing photos

.......................................................... 65

Playing a video ........................................................... 66

Playing voice memos

.................................................. 67

Editing a photo ............................................................ 68

Resizing photos ......................................................... 68

Rotating a photo

......................................................... 68

Applying smart filter effects .......................................... 69

Correcting exposure problems

.................................... 70

Creating a print order (DPOF) ....................................... 72

Viewing files on a TV ................................................... 73

Transferring files to your Windows computer ............. 74

Transferring files using Intelli-studio

............................... 75

Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk

.. 77

Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)

................. 78

Transferring files to your Mac computer ..................... 79

Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ......... 80


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Settings

........................................................................... 81

Camera settings menu ................................................ 82

Accessing the settings menu

...................................... 82

Sound

....................................................................... 83

Display

...................................................................... 83

Settings

..................................................................... 84

Appendixes

..................................................................... 87

Error messages ........................................................... 88

Camera maintenance .................................................. 89

Cleaning your camera

................................................. 89

Using or storing the camera

........................................ 90

About memory cards

.................................................. 91

About the battery

........................................................ 93

Before contacting a service center ............................. 97

Camera specifications ............................................... 100

Glossary ..................................................................... 104

FCC notice ................................................................. 108

Index .......................................................................... 109


Basic functions

Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.

Unpacking

……………………………………………… 12

Camera layout

…………………………………………… 13

Inserting the battery and memory card

……………… 15

Charging the battery and turning your camera on

…… 16

Charging the battery ………………………………… 16

Turning on your camera …………………………… 16

Performing the initial setup …………………………… 17

Learning icons …………………………………………… 18

Selecting options or menus …………………………… 19

Setting the display and sound ………………………… 21

Changing the display type …………………………… 21

Setting the sound …………………………………… 21

Taking photos

…………………………………………… 22

Zooming …………………………………………… 23

Reducing camera shake (DIS) ……………………… 25

Tips for getting a clearer photo

………………………… 26

Unpacking

Check your product box for the following items.

Optional accessories

Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery

Camera case Memory card/

Memory card adapter

Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual

A/V cable Battery charger

The illustrations may differ from your actual items.


Basic functions

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Camera layout

Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.

Shutter button

POWER button

Flash

Zoom button

• Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.

• Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in

Playback mode.

• Adjust volume in Playback mode.

Smart button

Set to Smart mode

(

Speaker

Microphone

, )

AF-assist light/timer lamp

Lens


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Tripod mount

Battery chamber cover

Insert a memory card and battery

Camera layout

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

Display

USB and A/V port

Accepts USB cable or

A/V cable

Mode button: Open the list of shooting modes

Icon Mode

Smart Auto

Program

Scene

Description

The camera automatically selects settings based on a type of scene (Night, Portrait, Sunset, etc.) it detects.

The camera sets the shutter speed and aperture value and lets you set the other options.

Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene (Landscape, Sunset, etc.).

Movie

Record a video.

Button

Navigation

Description

Access options or menus

In Shooting mode While setting

Change the display option Move up

Change the macro option Move down

Change the flash option Move left

Change the timer option Move right

Confirm the highlighted option or menu

Playback

Enter Playback mode

Function

• Access options in Shooting mode

• Delete files in Playback mode


Basic functions

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Inserting the battery and memory card

Learn to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera.

Removing the battery and memory card

Push the card gently until the card disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot.

Memory card

Battery lock

Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up.

Push the lock up to release the battery.

Battery

Insert the battery with the

Samsung logo facing down.

• You can use the internal memory as a temporary storage device when the memory card is not inserted.

• Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card.


Basic functions

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Charging the battery and turning your camera on

Charging the battery

Before using the camera for the first time, you must charge the battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter, and then plug the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera.

Turning on 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. 17)

Turning on your camera in Playback mode

Press [ ]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode immediately.

Indicator light

• Red: Charging

• Green: Fully charged


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When you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [ ] for about

5 seconds, the camera does not emit any camera sounds.

Performing the initial setup

The initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings.

1

Press [ ].

• The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time.

2

Press [ ] to select Language and press [ ] or [ ].

6

Press [ ] or [ ] to select Date/Time Set and press

[ ] or [ ].

7

Press [ ] or [ ] to select an item.

3

Press [ ] or [ ] to select a language and press [ ].

4

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Time Zone and press

[ ] or [ ].

5

Press [ ] or [ ] to select a time zone and press [ ].

• To set the daylight-saving time, press [ ].

8

Press [ ] or [ ] to set the date and time and press [ ].

9

Press [ ] or [ ] to select Date Type and press

[ ] or [ ].

10

Press [ ] or [ ] to select a date format and press

[ ].


Basic functions

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Learning icons

The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.

A

A. Information

Icon Description

Selected shooting mode

Available number of photos

Available recording time

Internal memory

Memory card inserted

•

•

•

: Fully charged

: Partially charged

: Charging needed

Voice memo (On)

B

C

Icon Description

Auto focus frame

Camera shake

Zoom ratio

Current date and time

B. Icons on the right

Icon Description

Photo resolution

Video resolution

Frame rate

Photo quality

Metering option

Flash option

Timer option

Auto focus option

Face detection

C. Icons on the left

Icon Description

Aperture and shutter speed

Long time shutter

Exposure value

White balance

Face tone

Face retouch

ISO speed

Smart filter effect

Image adjustment

(contrast, sharpness, saturation)

Voice muted

Burst type

Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)


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Selecting options or menus

You can select options by pressing [ ], and then using the navigation buttons ([

You can also access shooting options by pressing [ ], but some options are not available.

], [ ], [ ], [ ]). Press [ ] to confirm.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or menu.

• To move up or down, press [ ] or [ ].

• To move left or right, press [ ] or [ ].

Going back to the previous menu

Press [ ] again to go back to the previous menu.

Half-press [

Shutter] to return to the Shooting mode.

3

Press [ ] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.


Basic functions

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Selecting options or menus

Example: Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode

1


2

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then press [ ].

Smart Auto

Program

Scene

Movie

This mode allows you to directly set various features for shooting.

3

Press [ ].

Shooting

Sound

Display

Settings

Photo Size

Quality

EV

ISO

White Balance

Smart Filter

Face Detection

Change Exit

4

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Shooting, and then press [ ] or [ ].

5


Basic functions

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Press [

Daylight

Back

7

Press [ ].

] or [ ] to scroll to White Balance, and then press [ ] or [ ].

Photo Size

Quality

EV

ISO

White Balance

Smart Filter

Face Detection

Back Exit

6

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to a White Balance option.

Move

Setting the display and sound

Learn how to change the basic display and sound settings.

Changing the display type

Select a display type for Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays different shooting or playback information.

Press [ ] repeatedly to change a display type.

Show all photographic information.

Setting the sound

Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you operate your camera.

1

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [

2

Select Sound → Beep Sound → an option.

Options Description

].

Off

1/2/3

The camera does not emit any sounds.

The camera emits one of three sounds, depending on the option you select.

Modes

Shooting

Playback

Display Type Choices

• Display all information about shooting

• Hide information about shooting, except the available number of photos (or available recording time) and the battery icon

• Display all information about the current photo

• Hide all information about the current file

• Display information about the current file, except the shooting settings and captured date


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Taking photos

Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Smart Auto mode.

1


2

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Smart Auto, and then press [ ].

4

Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

• A green frame means the subject in focus.

• A red frame means the subject is out of focus.

Smart Auto

Program

Scene

Movie

This mode recognizes the scene automatically.

3

Align your subject in the frame.

5

Press [Shutter] to take a photo.

See page 26 for tips to get clearer photos.


Basic functions

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Taking photos

Zooming

You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 5X optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 5X digital zoom. Intelli zoom and digital zoom cannot be used at the same time.

Zoom out

Zoom ratio

Zoom in

Digital zoom

If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the digital zoom. By using both the optical zoom and digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 25 times.

Zoom indicator

Optical range

Digital range

• The Digital zoom is not available with the Smart Filter effect or

Tracking AF option.

• If you capture a photo with the Digital zoom, the photo quality may deteriorate.

Available zoom ratio for videos differs from photo zoom ratio.


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Taking 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 10 times.

Photo resolution when

Intelli zoom is on

Optical range

Zoom indicator

Intelli range

• The Intelli zoom is not available with a Smart Filter effect or Tracking

AF option.

• The Intelli zoom is available only when you set a 4:3 ratio resolution.

If you set another resolution ratio with Intelli zoom on, the Intelli zoom will be turned off automatically.

• Intelli zoom helps you capture a photo with less quality deterioration than the digital zoom. However, the photo quality may be lower than when you use the optical zoom.

Setting Intelli zoom

1


2

Select Shooting

→ Intelli Zoom → an option.

Options Description

Off: Deactivate the Intelli zoom.

On: Activate the Intelli zoom.


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Taking photos

Reducing camera shake (DIS)

Reduce camera shake digitally in Shooting mode.

Before correction After correction

1


2

Select Shooting

→ DIS → an option.

Options Description

Off: Deactivate the DIS function.

On: Activate the DIS function.

• DIS may not function properly when:

- you move your camera to follow a moving subject

- you use digital zoom

- there is too much camera shake

- the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when in the mode)

- the battery is low

- you take a close-up shot

• In some scene modes, the DIS function is unavailable.

• If the camera is hit or dropped, the display will be blurry. If this occurs, turn off the camera, and then turn it on again.


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Tips for getting a clearer photo

Holding your camera correctly

Make sure nothing is blocking the lens.

Reducing camera shake

Select the function to reduce camera shake digitally. (p. 25)

Half-pressing the shutter button

Half-press [ Shutter] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically.

When is displayed

Camera shake

The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically.

Focus frame

• Press [

Shutter] to take the photo if the focus frame appears in green.

• Change the composition and halfpress [ Shutter] again if the focus frame appears in red.


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When shooting in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to

Slow Sync or Off. The aperture remains open longer and it may be harder to hold the camera still.

• Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 41)


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 take photos in low light

Turn on the flash.

(p. 41)

• When subjects are moving fast

Use the continuous or motion capture function. (p. 54)

Use the focus lock

Half-press [ Shutter] to focus. When the subject is in focus, you can reposition the frame to change the composition.

When you are ready, press [ Shutter] to take your photo.


Basic functions

27


Extended functions

Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo.

Shooting modes

………………………………………… 29

Using the Smart Auto mode ………………………… 29

Using the Scene mode ……………………………… 30

Using the Magic Frame mode ……………………… 31

Using the Beauty Shot mode ……………………… 32

Using the Object Highlight mode …………………… 33

Using the Night mode ……………………………… 34

Using the Program mode …………………………… 35

Recording a video …………………………………… 35

Recording voice memos

……………………………… 37

Recording a voice memo …………………………… 37

Adding a voice memo to a photo …………………… 37

Shooting modes

Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.

Using the Smart Auto mode

In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it defects.

Smart Auto Mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.

1


2

Select Smart Auto.

3

Align your subject in the frame.

• The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate scene mode icon appears at the top left of the screen. The icons are listed below.

Icon

Icon Description

Appears when taking photos of landscapes.

Appears when taking photos with bright white backgrounds.

Description

Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night.

This is available only when the flash is off.

Appears when taking portraits at night.

Appears when taking photos of landscapes with backlighting.

Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.

Appears when taking portraits.

Appears when taking close-up photos of objects.

Appears when taking close-up photos of text.

Appears when taking photos of sunsets.

Appears when taking photos of clear skies.

Appears when taking photos of forested areas.

Appears when taking close-up photos of colorful subjects.

Appears when the camera is stable (on a tripod, for example) and the subject is motionless for a period of time. This is available only when you are shooting in the dark.

Appears when taking photos of actively moving subjects.

Appears when taking photos of fireworks. This is available only when you use a tripod.


Extended functions

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Shooting modes

4


5

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

• If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, and the camera uses default settings.

appears

• 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 condtions, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the subject.

• Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the mode depending on the subject's movement.

• In mode, the camera consumes more battery power, because it changes settings often to select appropriate scenes.

Using the Scene mode

Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene.

1


2

Select Scene

→ a scene.

Magic Frame

Beauty Shot

Object Highlight

Night

Landscape

Text

Sunset

This mode is appropriate for scenic photography.

• To change the scene mode, press [

Scene

→ a scene.

], and then select

• For the Magic Frame mode, see “Using the Magic Frame mode" on page 31.

• For the Beauty Shot mode, see “Using the Beauty Shot mode" on page 32.

• For the Object Highlight mode, see “Using the Object Highlight mode" on page 33.

• For the Night mode, see “Using the Night mode” on page 34.


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Shooting modes

3

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

[Shutter] to focus.

4


Using the Magic Frame mode

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

Select Scene

→ Magic Frame.

3

Press [ ].

4

Select Shooting

→ Frame → an option.

Frame

Back Move

5


[Shutter] to focus.

6


• In Magic Frame mode, the resolution is automatically set to

• When you connect your camera to a TV in Magic Frame mode,

.

it automatically switches to Playback mode. You cannot capture photos in Playback mode.


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Shooting modes

Using the Beauty Shot mode

Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.

1


2

Select Scene → Beauty Shot.

3

To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), press [ ], and then go to Step 4. To hide facial imperfections, press [

5.

], and then go to Step

4

Select Shooting

→ Face Tone → an option.

• Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter.

Level 2

6

Select Shooting

→ Face Retouch → an option.

• Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of imperfections.

Level 2

Back Move

7


[Shutter] to focus.

8


The focus distance will be set to

Auto Macro.

Back Move

5

To hide facial imperfections, press [ ].


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Shooting modes

Using the Object Highlight mode

Object Highlight mode makes the subject more distinguishable by adjusting the depth of field.

1


2

Select Scene

→ Object Highlight.

3

Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on the screen.

• The optimum distance will vary, based on the zoom ratio you use.

4

Press [ ].

5

Select Shooting

→ Object Highlight Effect.

6

Select an option to adjust Blur or Tone.

• Blur: The higher the value, the more intense the blur effect in the photo.

• Tone: The higher the value, the brighter the photo.

Blur

Tone

Object Highlight Effect

7


• When the camera can apply the object highlight effect,

( ) will appear.

• When the camera cannot apply the object highlight effect,

( ) will appear. If this occurs, adjust the distance from the camera to the subject.

8


• Available resolutions in Object Highlight mode are ( ).

• If the shooting distance is not within the optimum range, you can capture a photo but the object highlight effect will not be applied.

• The object highlight effect cannot be used in dark places.

• The object highlight effect cannot be used with the optical zoom at

3X or higher.

• Digital zoom is not available in Object Highlight mode.

• Use a tripod to prevent camera shake as the camera captures 2 consecutive photos to apply the effect.

• The subject and the background should have a significant contrast in color.

• Subjects should be positioned far away from the background for the greatest effect.

Back Move


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Shooting modes

Using the Night mode

Use the Night mode to take a photo with options for preset for shooting at night. Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.

1


2

Select Scene

→ Night.

3


[Shutter] to focus.

4


Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode

In Night mode, you can use a slow shutter speed to extend the time until the shutter closes. Increase the aperture value to prevent overexposure.

1


2

Select Scene

→ Night.

3

Press [ ].

4

Select Shooting

→ Long Time Shutter.

5

Select the aperture value or shutter speed.

AUTO

AUTO

Aperture value

Shutter speed

Aperture

Back Move

6

Select an option.

• If you select

AUTO, the camera adjusts the aperture value or shutter speed automatically.

7


[Shutter] to focus.

8


Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.


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Shooting modes

Using the Program mode

In the Program mode, you can set various options except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically.

1


2

Select Program.

3

Set options.

(For a list of options, refer to

“

Shooting options

”

.)

4

5


[Shutter] to focus.


Recording a video

In Movie mode, you can record high-definition videos in

1280x720 resolution. You can record up to 4 GB (approximately

11 minutes) at 1280x720 resolution and the camera saves recorded videos as MJPEG files.

• Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If this occurs, set a lower resolution. (p. 39)

• Memory cards with slow writing speeds will not support high resolution videos and high-speed videos. To record high-resolution or high-speed videos, use memory cards with faster writing speeds.

1


2

Select Movie.

3

Press [ ].

4

Select Movie → Frame Rate → a frame rate (the number of frames per second).

• As the frame rate increases, action appears more natural, but the file size also increases.

Depending on the resolution and frame rate, the movie may appear smaller than the original size shown on the main display.


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Shooting modes

5

Press [ ].

6

Select Movie → Sound Alive → a sound option.

Option Description

Sound Alive On

: Turn on the Sound Alive function.

Sound Alive Off : Turn off the Sound Alive function.

Mute: Do not record sounds.

7

Set other options as desired.

(For options, refer to “Shooting options”.)

8

Press [Shutter] to start recording.

9

Press [Shutter] again to stop recording.

• Do not block the microphone when you use the Sound Alive function.

• Recordings made with Sound Alive may differ from actual sounds.

To pause recording

The camera allows you to pause a video temporarily while recording. With this function, you can record several scenes as a single video.

Press [ ] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume.

Stop Pause


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Recording voice memos

Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions.

You will get the best sound quality when recording 16 inches (40 cm.) away from the camera.

Recording a voice memo

1


2

Select Shooting

→ Voice → Record.

3

Press [Shutter] to record.

• You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length.

• Press [ ] to pause or resume recording.

Adding a voice memo to a photo

1


2

Select Shooting

→ Voice → Memo.

3

Align your subject in the frame, and then take a photo.

• Begin recording the voice memo right after taking the photo.

4

Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).

• Press [ Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo before the

10 seconds are up.

You cannot add voice memos to photos if you set Continuous, Motion

Capture, or AEB options.

Stop Pause

4

Press [Shutter] to stop.

• Press [ Shutter] again to record a new voice memo.

5

Press [ ] to switch to Shooting mode.


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Shooting options

Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.

Selecting a resolution and quality

………… 39

Selecting a resolution …………………… 39

Selecting image quality …………………… 39

Using the timer

……………………………… 40

Shooting in the dark

……………………… 41

Preventing red-eye ……………………… 41

Using the flash …………………………… 41

Adjusting the ISO speed ………………… 42

Changing the camera’s focus

…………… 43

Using macro ……………………………… 43

Using auto focus ………………………… 43

Using tracking auto focus ………………… 44

Adjusting the focus area ………………… 45

Using face detection

……………………… 46

Detecting faces …………………………… 46

Taking a self-portrait shot ………………… 47

Taking a smile shot ……………………… 47

Detecting eye blinking …………………… 48

Using smart face recognition …………… 48

Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) … 49

Adjusting brightness and color

…………… 51

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) …… 51

Compensating for backlighting (ACB) …… 51

Changing the metering option …………… 52

Selecting a light source (White balance) … 52

Using burst modes

………………………… 54

Improving your photos

…………………… 55

Applying smart filter effects ……………… 55

Adjusting your photos …………………… 58


Selecting a resolution and quality

Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.

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 also increases.

When taking a photo

1


2

Select Shooting → Photo Size → an option.

Option Description

4320 X 3240: Print on A1 paper (23" x 34").

4320 X 2880: Print on A1 paper (23" x 34") in wide ratio

(3:2).

4320 X 2432: Print on A2 paper (17" x 22") in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV.

3648 X 2736: Print on A3 paper (12" x 17").

2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper (8 1/2" x 11").

1984 X 1488: Print on A5 paper (5 3/4" x 8 1/2").

1920 X 1080: Print on A5 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV (5 3/4" x 8 1/2").

1024 X 768: Attach to email.

The paper sizes in inches are approximate.

When recording a video

1

In the mode, press [ ].

2

Select Movie → Movie Size → an option.

Option Description

1280 X 720 HQ: For high-quality play back on an HDTV.

640 X 480: For play back on a standard, analog TV.

320 X 240: To post on a web page.

Selecting image quality

The camera compresses and saves the photos you take in JPEG format. Higher quality images result in larger file sizes.

1


2

Select Shooting → Quality → an option.

Option Description

Super Fine: Capture photos in super high quality.

Fine: Capture photos in high quality.

Normal: Capture photos in normal quality.

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.


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Using the timer

Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting.

1


Off

2

Select an option.

Option Description

Off: The timer is not active.

10 Sec: Takes a photo in 10 seconds.

2 Sec: Takes a photo in 2 seconds.

Double: Takes a photo in 10 seconds, and then takes another 2 seconds later.


3

Press [Shutter] to start the timer.

• The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera automatically takes a photo at the specified time.

• Press [ ] to cancel the timer.

• Depending on the face detection option you have selected, the timer function or some timer options may not be available.

• When you set burst options, you cannot use the timer function.


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Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.

Preventing red-eye

If the flash fires when you take 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".

Using the flash

Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos.

1


Auto

2

Select an option.

Option Description

Off:

• The flash does not fire.

• The camera displays the camera shake warning ( ) when you are shooting in low light.

Auto: The camera selects a proper flash setting for the scene it detects in the mode.


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Option 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.

Slow Sync:

• The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.

• This option is recommended when you want to capture ambient light to reveal more details in the background.

• Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.

• The camera will display the shake warning ( ) when you are shooting in low light.

Fill in:

• The flash always fires.

• The camera adjusts light intensity automatically.

Red-eye*:

• The flash fires when the subject or background is dark.

• The camera reduces red-eyes.

Auto: The flash fires automatically when the subject or background is dark.


* There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time.


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• Flash options are not available if you set Continuous, Motion Capture,

AEB options or select Self-Portrait or Blink Detection.

• Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 100)

• If light from the flash is relected or there is a large amount of dust in the air, tiny spots may appear in your photo.

Adjusting the ISO speed

The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better photo without using the flash.

1


2

Select Shooting → ISO → an option.

• Select to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the brightness of the subject and lighting.

• The higher ISO speed you select, the more image noise you may get.

• When you select Motion Capture, the camera sets the ISO speed to Auto.

• When the is selected, the image size is fixed to under 3M.


Learn how to adjust the camera's focus.

Using macro

Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus”.

Using auto focus

To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject.

1


Normal (AF)

• Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.

• Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 16 in.

(40 cm.)

2

Select an option.

Option Description

Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 31.5 in.

(80 cm) from the camera. Farther than 59 in. (150 cm) when using the zoom.

Macro: Focus on a subject 2 in. to 31.5 in. (5 - 80 cm ) from the camera. 39 in. to 59 in. (100 cm - 150 cm) when using the zoom.



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Using tracking auto focus

Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving.

1


2

Select Shooting

→ Focus Area → Tracking AF.

3

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.

• 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:

- the subject is too small or the subject moves excessively

- the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place

- colors or patterns on the subject and the background are the same

- the camera shakes excessively

In these cases, the focus frame appears as a white, single-line frame ( ).

• If the camera fails to track the subject, you must reselect the subject to track.

• If the camera fails to fix the focus, the focus frame changes to a red, single-line frame ( ).

• If you use this function, you cannot set self timer options, Face

Detection options and Smart Filter options.

• The white frame means that your camera is tracking the subject.

• The green frame means that your subject is in focus when you half-press [ Shutter].


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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

Select Shooting

→ Focus Area → an option.

Option Description

Center AF: Focus on the center. Suitable when subjects are located in the center.

Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas.

Tracking AF: Focus on and track the subject. (p. 44)



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If you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them.

Detecting faces

Your camera automatically detects human faces (up to 10 faces in one scene).

• The camera automatically tracks the registered face.

• Face detection may not be effective when:

- the subject is far from the camera (The focus frame will appear orange for Smile Shot and Blink Detection.)

- it is too bright or too dark

- the subject is not facing the camera

- the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask

- the subject is in backlit or the lighting condition is unstable

- the subject’s facial expression changes remarkably

• Face detection is not available when using a smart filter effect, or image adjustment option or when used with Tracking AF.

• Depending on the face detection option you selected, the timer or some timer options are not available.

• Depending on the face detection option you selected, some burst options are not available.

• When you take photos of detected faces, they will be registered in the face list.

• You can view registered faces in order of priority in Playback mode.

(p. 61) Even though faces are registered successfully, they may not be classified in Playback mode.

• The detected face in Shooting mode may not appear in the face list or Smart Album.

1


2

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Normal.

• The nearest face appears in a white focus frame and the rest of the faces appear in gray focus frames.

• The closer you are to the subject, the quicker your camera detects faces.

• The detected faces may not be registered if you set burst options such as Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB.


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Taking a self-portrait shot

Take photos of yourself. The camera automatically sets the photo distance to close-up and emits a beep when ready.

Taking a smile shot

The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.

When faces are located in the center, the camera beeps rapidly.

1


2

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Self-Portrait.

3

When you hear a beep, press [Shutter].

If you turn Volume off in the sound settings, the camera will not emit a beep. (p. 83)

1


2

Select Shooting

→ Face Detection → Smile Shot.

• When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily.


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Detecting eye blinking

If your camera detects closed eyes, it automatically takes two photos in succession.

Using smart face recognition

The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph (up to 10 people). This feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card.

1


2

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Blink

Detection.

• Hold your camera still while “

Capturing” is displayed on the screen.

• When blink detection fails, the “ Picture taken with eyes closed.” message appears. Take another photo.

1


2

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Smart Face

Recognition.

• The nearest face appears in a white focus frame and the rest of the faces appear in gray focus frames.

• : Indicate favorite faces (To register favorite faces, see page 49).

• : Indicate faces that the camera automatically registers.


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• The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, remarkable 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 there are 12 registered faces, it will replace the face in the lowest priority with the new one.

• The camera can detect up to 5 faces in one scene.

Registering faces as your favorites (My Star)

You can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and exposure on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card.

1


2

Select Shooting

→ Smart FR Edit → My Star.

3

Align your subject’s face with the oval guideline and press [Shutter] to register the face.


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Back Set

• If the subject’s face is not aligned with the oval guideline, the white frame will not appear.

• Capture photos of one person at a time when registering faces.

• Capture 5 photos the subject’s face for best results: one each from the front, left, right, above, and below.

• When capturing photos from the left, right, above, and below, instruct the subject not to turn his or her face more than 30 degrees.

• You can register a face even if you capture only one photo of the subject's face.


4

When you are finished taking 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 option will be set to Off.

• If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of the faces in the face list.

Viewing your favorite faces

1


2

Select Shooting → Smart FR Edit → Face List.

• To change the ranking of the favorite faces, press [ ] and select

Edit Ranking. (p. 61)

• To cancel the favorite faces, press [ ] and select Delete. (p. 61)


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Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality.

Adjusting the exposure manually

(EV)

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.

Compensating for backlighting (ACB)

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. If this occurs, turn the Auto

Contrast Balance (ACB) option on.

Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+)

1

In Shooting mode, press [

2

Select Shooting or Movie

→ EV.

].

3

Select a value to adjust the exposure.

• Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will remain the same. You may need to change the exposure value later to avoid overexposure or underexposure.

• If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select AEB (Auto

Exposure Bracket). The camera takes three photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 54)

Without ACB With ACB

1


2

Select Shooting → ACB → an option.

Option Description

Off: ACB is off.

On: ACB is on.

The ACB feature is not available when you set Continuous, Motion

Capture, AEB options.


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Changing the metering 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.

1


2


→ Metering → an option.

Option Description

Multi:

• Your camera divides the scene into several areas, and then measures the light intensity of each area.

• Suitable for general photos.

Spot:

• Your camera measures only the light intensity of the very center of the frame.

• If a subject is not in the center of the scene, your photo may be improperly exposed.

• Suitable for a subject with backlighting.

Center-weighted:

• Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire frame with emphasis placed on the center.

• Suitable for photos with subjects in the center of the frame.

Selecting a light source

(White balance)

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 matches the lighting conditions, such as Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten.

(Auto WB)

(Cloudy)

(Daylight)

(Tungsten)


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1


2

Select Shooting or Movie → White Balance → an option.

Icon Description

Auto WB: Automatically sets the white balance based on the lighting conditions.

Daylight: Select when taking outdoor photos on a sunny day.

Cloudy: Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy day or in shadows.

Fluorescent_H: Select when shooting under a daylight fluorescent or three-way fluorescent light.

Fluorescent_L: Select when shooting under white fluorescent light.

Tungsten: Select when taking indoor photos under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps.

Measure: Shutter (Custom Set): Use white balance settings you defined. (See procedure at right.)

Defining your own white balance

1


2


→ White Balance →

Measure: Shutter (Custom Set).

3

Aim the lens at a piece of white paper.

4

Press [Shutter].


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Using burst modes

It can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos.

In these cases, select one of the burst modes to take multiple pictures rapidly.

• You can use the flash, timer, ACB, and Smart Filter only when you select

Single.

• When you select Motion Capture, the resolution is set to VGA and the ISO speed is set to Auto.

• Depending on the face detection option you selected, some burst options are not available.

1


2

Select Shooting → Drive → an option.

Option Description

Single: Take a single photo.

Continuous:

• While you are pressing [ Shutter], the camera takes photos continuously.

• The maximum number of photos depends on the capacity of your memory card.

Motion Capture:

• While you are pressing [ Shutter], the camera takes

VGA photos (6 photos per second; maximum of 30 photos).

AEB:

• Take 3 photos with different exposures: normal, underexposed, and overexposed.

• Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.



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Learn how to improve your photos by applying smart filter effects, or make some adjustments.


Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images.

Miniature Vignetting

Fish-eye Sketch

1


2


→ Smart Filter.

3

Select an effect.

Available filters in Program mode

Option Description

Normal: 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.

Half Tone Dot: Apply a halftone effect.

Sketch: Apply a pen sketch effect.

Fish-eye: Blacken the edges of the frame and distort objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens.

Defog: Make a photo clearer.

Classic: Apply a black and white effect.

Retro: Apply a sepia tone effect.

Negative: Apply a negative film effect.

Custom RGB: Customize a color value.


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Available filters in Movie mode

Option Description

Normal: No effect.

Palette Effect 1: Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and red color.

Palette Effect 2: Making scenes clean and clear by applying a soft blue tone.

Palette Effect 3: Apply a soft brown tone.

Palette Effect 4: Create a cold and monotone effect.



Fish-eye: Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens.







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• If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the speed of the video playing time will increase.

• If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the camera will not record sound.

• If you select Miniature, Vignetting, Fish-eye or Defog while recording a video, the recording speed will be set to and the recording resolution will be set to less than .

• If you set Smart Filter effects, you cannot use the Face Recognition options, ACB, burst options, Image Adjustment options, Intelli zoom or Tracking AF.

• When you select Sketch, the resolution will change to and below.


Defining your own RGB tone

1


2


→ Smart Filter →

Custom RGB.

3

Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).

Back Move

4

Adjust the amount of the selected color.

(-: less or +: more)

5

Select [ ].


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Adjusting your photos

Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos.

1


2

Select Shooting → Image Adjust.

3

Select an adjustment option.

• Contrast

• Sharpness

• Saturation

4

Select a value to adjust the selected item.

Contrast option Description

-

+

Decrease the color and brightness.

Increase the color and brightness.

Sharpness option Description

-

+

Soften the edges on your photos. Suitable for editing the photos on your computer.

Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity of your photos. This may also increase the noise on your photos.

Saturation option Description

Decrease the saturation.

+ Increase the saturation.

• Select

0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing).

• If you use this function, you cannot set the face recognition and smart filter options.


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Playback/Editing

Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. You will also learn how to connect your camera to your photo printer or TV.

Playing back

………………………………… 60

Starting Playback mode ………………… 60

Viewing photos …………………………… 65

Playing a video …………………………… 66

Playing voice memos …………………… 67

Editing a photo

……………………………… 68

Resizing photos …………………………… 68

Rotating a photo ………………………… 68

Applying smart filter effects ……………… 69

Correcting exposure problems …………… 70

Creating a print order (DPOF) …………… 72

Viewing files on a TV

……………………… 73

Transferring files to your Windows computer

… 74

Transferring files using Intelli-studio ……… 75

Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk ……………………… 77

Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) … 78

Transferring files to your Mac computer

… 79

Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ……………………………………… 80


Playing back

Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and manage files.

Starting Playback mode

View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera.

1

Press [ ].

• The most recent file will be displayed.

• If the camera is off, it will turn on and display the most recent file.

2

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files.

•

Press and hold to scroll through files quickly.

• If you want to view files stored in the internal memory, remove your memory card.

• The camera will not properly play back files that are too large or those taken with cameras from other manufacturers.

Display in Playback mode

Icon

Information

Description

Photo includes a voice memo

Video file

Print order has been set (DPOF)

Protected file

Photo includes a registered face; Available only when you use a memory card

Folder name – File name

To display file information on the screen, press [ ].


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Playing back

Ranking your favorite faces

You can rank your favorite faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card.

1

In Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select File Options

→ Face List Edit → Edit Ranking.

3

Select a face from the list and press [ ].

Face List Edit

Canceling your favorite faces

You can delete your favorite faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card.

1


2

Select File Options

→ Face List Edit → Delete.

3

Select a face and press [ ].

4

Press [ ].

5

Select Yes.

Back Set

4

Press [ ] or [ ] to change the ranking of the face, and press [ ].


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Playing back

Viewing files by category in Smart Album

View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week.

1

In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left.

2

Press [ ].

3

Select a category.

Back

Option

Type

Date

Color

Week

Face

Type

Date

Color

Week

Face

Set

Description

View files by file type.

View files by the date they were saved.

View files by the dominant color of the image.

View files by the weekday they were saved.

View files by recognized faces and favorite faces.

(Up to 20 people)

4

5

It may take some time for the camera to open Smart Album or to change the category and recognize files.


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Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files.

• Press and hold to scroll through files quickly.

Press [ ] to return to the normal view.

Playing back

Viewing files as thumbnails

Scan thumbnails of files.

In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom] left to display 9 or

20 thumbnails. Rotate [ Zoom] right to return to the previous mode.

Protecting files

Protect your files from accidental deletion.

1


2

Select File Options → Protect → Select.

3

To protect all files, select All → Lock.

4

To protect a single file, select the file you want to protect, and then press [ ].

• Press [ ] again to cancel your selection.

Protected file

Filter

To

Scroll through files

Delete files

Do this

Press [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].

Press [ ], and then select Yes.

Select Set

5

Repeat Step 4 to protect additional files individually.

6

Press [ ].

You cannot delete or rotate a protected file.


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Playing back

Deleting files

Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete protected files.

To delete a single file,

1

In Playback mode, select a file, and then press [ ].

2

Select Yes to delete the file.

To delete multiple files,

1


2

Select Multiple Delete.

3

Select the files you want to delete, and then press [ ].

• Press [ ] again to cancel your selection.

4

Press [ ].

5

Select Yes.

To delete all files,

1


2

Select File Options → Delete → All → Yes.


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Copying files to the memory card

You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card.

1


2

Select File Options → Copy to Card.

3

Select Yes to copy files.

Playing back

Viewing photos

Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show.

Enlarging a photo

In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom] right to enlarge a photo. Rotate [ Zoom] left to shrink a photo.

The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary depending on the resolution.

Trim

To

Move the enlarged area

Trim the enlarged photo

Do this

Press [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].

Press [ ]. The trimmed photo is saved as a new file.


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Starting a slide show

You can apply effects and add audio to your slide show.

1


2

Select Multi Slide Show.

3

Select a slide show effect option.

• Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects.

Option

Start

Images

Interval

Music

Effect

Description

Set whether or not to repeat the slide show.

( Play, Repeat)

Select the photos you want to view as a slide show.

•

All: View all photos in a slide show.

•

Date: View photos captured on a specific date in a slide show.

• Select: View selected photos in a slide show.

• Set the interval between photos.

• This is available when you select Off in the Effect option. See below.

Select a background audio.

• Select a transition effect.

• Select

Off for no effects.

Playing back

4

Set the slide show effect.

5

Select Start → Play.

• To loop the slide show, select Repeat.

• Press [ ] to pause or resume the slide show.

To stop the slide show and switch to Playback mode, press [ ], and then

[ ] or [ ].

Playing a video

You can play a video, capture an image from a video.

1

In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ].

Pause

2

Use the following buttons to control playback.

Press To

[ ]

Scan backward.

[ ]

[ ]

[Zoom] left or right

Pause or resume playback.

Scan forward.

Adjust the volume level.


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Playing back

Capturing an image during playback

1

Press [ ] at the point where you want to save a still image.

2

Press [ ].

A captured image has the same resolution as the original video file and is saved as a new file.

Adding a voice memo to a photo

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[ ].

2

Select File Options

→ Voice memo → On.

3

Press [Shutter] to record a short voice memo

(10 seconds maximum).

• Press [ Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.

You cannot add a voice memo to protected files.

Playing voice memos

Playing a voice memo

1

In Playback mode, select a voice memo, and then press

[ ].

2

Use the following buttons to control playback.

Press To

[ ]

Scan backward.

[

[ ]

]

[ ]

[Zoom] left or right

Pause or resume playback.

Scan forward.

Stop playback.

Adjust the volume level.

Playing a voice memo added to a photo

In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice memo, and then press [ ].

• Press [ ] to pause or resume playback.


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Editing a photo

Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation.

• The camera saves 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

1


[ ].

2

Select Edit → Resize → an option.

•

Select to save the photo as a start image. (p. 83)

1984 X 1488

Rotating a photo

1


[ ].

2

Select Edit → Rotate → an option.

Right 90˚

Back Move

Available options differ depending on the size of the selected photo.

Back Move

The rotated photo will be saved as the same file, not a new file.


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Editing a photo


Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images.

1

In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ ].

2

Select Edit → Smart Filter.

3

Select an effect.

Miniature

Back Move


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Option Description

Normal: No effect.



Soft-Focus: Hide facial imperfections or apply dreamy effects.

Old Film 1: Apply a vintage film effect 1.

Old Film 2: Apply a vintage film effect 2.

Half Tone Dot: Apply a halftone effect.

Sketch: Apply a pen sketch effect.

Fish-eye: Blacken the edges of the frame and distort objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens.






Editing a photo

Defining your own RGB tone

1


[ ].

2

Select Edit → Smart Filter → Custom RGB.

3

Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).

Back Move

4

Adjust the amount of the selected color.


Correcting exposure problems

Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add noise to the photo.

Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance)

1


[ ].

2

Select Edit → Image Adjust → ACB.

Removing red-eye

1


[ ].

2

Select Edit → Image Adjust → Red-eye Fix.


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Editing a photo

Hiding facial imperfections

1


[ ].

2

Select Edit → Image Adjust → Face Retouch.

3

Select a level.

• As the number increases, the face becomes clearer.

Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation

1


[ ].

2

Select Edit

→ Image Adjust.

3

Select an adjustment option.

Icon Description

Brightness

Contrast

Saturation

4

Select a value to adjust the selected item.



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Adding noise to the photo

1


[ ].

2

Select Edit → Image Adjust → Add Noise.

Editing a photo

Creating a print order (DPOF)

Select photos to be printed and set options, such as the number of copies or paper size.

• You can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF

(Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a

DPOF-compatible printer at home.

• Wide photos may print with the left and right edges cut off, so be aware of the dimensions of your photos.

• You cannot set the DPOF for the photos stored in the internal memory.

1


2

Select File Options → DPOF → Standard → an option.

Option Description

Select

All

Print the selected photos.

Print all photos.

Reset Reset to the default settings.

3

If you select Select, scroll to a photo, and then rotate

[Zoom] left or right to select the number of copies.

Repeat for the photos you want to print, and then press

[ ].

• If you select All, press [ copies, and then press [ ].

] or [ ] to select the number of


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4

Press [ ].

5

Select File Options → DPOF → Size → an option.

Option Description

Select

All

Reset

Specify the print size for the selected photo.

Specify the print size for all photos.

Reset to the default settings.

6

If you select Select, scroll to a photo, and then rotate

[Zoom] left or right to select the print size. Repeat for the photos you want to print, and then press [ ].

• If you select All, press [ and then press [ ].

] or [ ] to select the print size,

Printing photos as thumbnails

Print photos as thumbnails to check all the photos at once.

1


2

Select File Options

→ DPOF → Index → Yes.

If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF

1.1-compatible printers.

Viewing files on a TV

Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable.

1

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select Settings → Video Out.

3

Select a video signal output according to your country or region.

4

Turn off your camera and TV.

5

Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable.

Video Audio

• On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not appear.

• Images may not appear centered on the TV screen depending on your TV settings.

• You can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected to a TV.

6

Turn on your TV, and then select the video output mode using the TV remote control.

7

Turn on your camera, and then press [ ].

8

View photos or play videos using the buttons on your camera.


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Transfer files to your computer using the built-in Intelli-studio program. You can also edit files or upload files to your favorite websites.

Requirements for Intelli-studio

Item

CPU

RAM

Requirements

Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz or higher/

AMD Athlon™ FX 2.6 GHz or higher

Minimum 512 MB RAM

(1 GB and above recommended)

Windows XP SP2/Vista/7 OS

Hard disk capacity

250 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)

Others

• CD-ROM drive

• nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/ATI X1600 series or higher

• 1024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor (1280 x 1024 pixels, 32-bit color display recommended)

• USB 2.0 port, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c or later

* The programs may not work properly on 64-bit Edition of Windows XP,

Windows Vista and Windows 7.

• Intelli-studio may not perform correctly on some computers, even when the computer meets the requirements.

• If your computer does not meet the requirements, videos may not play correctly or it may take longer to edit videos.

• Install DirectX 9.0c or above before you use the program.

• Your computer must have Windows XP/Vista/7 or Mac OS 10.4 or later for you to connect the camera to the computer as a removable disk.

Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are not supported may void your warranty.


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Transferring files using Intelli-studio

Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable.

1


2

Select Settings

→ PC Software → On.

].

3

Turn off the camera.

4

Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light ( ▲) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your ﬁles. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.

5

Turn on the camera.

• The computer recognizes the camera automatically and

Intelli-studio launches automatically.

If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer from the pop-up window.

6

Select a folder on your computer to save new files to.

• If your camera has no new files, the pop-up window for saving new files will not appear.

7

Select Yes.

• New files are transferred to the computer.

For Windows 7, Windows Vista, select Run iStudio.exe from the

AutoPlay window.

The battery charges while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable.


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Using Intelli-studio

Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit files. You can also upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube.

For details, select Help

→ Help in the program.

• 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.

• You can update the firmware of your camera by selecting Web Support

→ Upgrade firmware for the connected devicev from the program toolbar.

• If you install Intelli-studio on your computer, the program launches more quickly. To install the program, select Tool

→ Install Intelli-studio on PC.

• 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.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9), AVI (MJPEG)

- Photos: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF

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10

11

12

13

14

6

7

8

9

Icon

1

2

3

4

15

Description

Open menus

Display files in the selected folder

Change to the Photo edit mode

Change to the Video edit mode

Change to the Sharing mode (You can send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube.)

Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list

Select a file type

View files of the selected folder on your computer

Show or hide files of the connected camera

View files of the selected folder on the camera

View files as thumbnails or on a map

Browse folders in the connected device

Browse folders in your computer

Move to the previous or next folder

Print files, view files on a map, store files in My Folder, or register faces

Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk

Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk.

1


2

Select Settings

→ PC Software → Off.

].

3

Turn off the camera.

4

Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (

▲) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your ﬁles. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.


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5

Turn on the camera.

• The computer recognizes the camera automatically.


6

On your computer, select My Computer

→ Removable

Disk

→ DCIM → 100PHOTO.

7

Select the files you want and drag or save them to your computer.

Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)

The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows Vista/7 is similar.

1

If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until it stops.

2

Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC screen.

3

Click the pop-up message.

4

Click the message box indicating safely removed.

5

Remove the USB cable.

The camera may not be removed safely when Intelli-studio is running.

End the program before disconnecting the camera.


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Transferring files to your Mac computer

When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer recognizes the camera automatically.

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 end of the cable with the indicator light (

▲) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.

2

Turn on the camera.

• The computer recognizes the camera automatically and displays a removable disk icon.


3

Double-click the removable disk icon.

4

Transfer photos or videos to the computer.


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Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer

Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer.

1

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select Settings → USB.

3

Select Printer.

4

With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable.

Configuring print settings

Images

Size

Layout

Type

Quality

Exit

: One Photo

: Auto

: Auto

: Auto

: Auto

Print

5

Turn on your camera.

• The printer recognizes the camera automatically.

6

Press [ ] or [ ] to select a photo.

• Press [ ] to set printing options.

See “Configuring print settings”.

7

Press [ ] to print.

• Printing starts. Press [ ] to cancel printing.

Option Description

Images: Select whether to print the current photo or all photos.

Size: Specify the size of the print.

Layout: Create thumbnail prints.

Type: Select the type of paper.

Quality: Set the printing quality.

Date: Set to print the date.

File Name: Set to print the name of the file.

Reset: Reset the print options.

Some options are not supported by some printers.


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Settings

Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.

Camera settings menu

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Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 82

Sound ……………………………………………… 83

Display ……………………………………………… 83

Settings ……………………………………………… 84


Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings.

Accessing the settings menu

1


2

Select a menu.

Shooting

Sound

Display

Volume

Start Sound

Shutter Sound

Beep Sound

AF Sound

Settings

].

Exit

Menu

Change

Description

Sound: Set various camera sounds and the volume.

(p. 83)

Display: Customize the display settings, such as start image and brightness. (p. 83)

Settings: Change the settings for the camera system, such as memory format, default file name, and USB mode. (p. 84)

3

Select an option and save your settings.

Volume

Start Sound

Shutter Sound

Beep Sound

AF Sound

Off

Low

Medium

High

Back

4

Press [

Set

] to return to the previous screen.


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Sound

Item

Volume

Start Sound

Shutter Sound

Beep Sound

AF Sound

* Default

Description

Adjust the volume of any sound.

( Off, Low, Medium*, High)

Select the sound the camera emits when you turn it on. (

Off*, 1, 2, 3)

Select the sound the camera emits when you press the shutter button. ( Off, 1*, 2, 3)

Select the sound the camera emits when you press buttons or switch modes. ( Off, 1*, 2, 3)

Select the sound the camera emits when you half-press the shutter button. ( Off, On*)

Display

Item

Function

Description

Start Image

Display

Brightness

Quick View

* Default

Description

Display a brief description of an option or menu.

( Off, On* )

Set a start image to display when the camera turns on.

• Off*: Display no start image.

• Logo: Display a default image stored in the internal memory.

•

User Image: Display the image you want. (p. 68)

• Only one user image will be saved in the memory.

• If you select a new photo as a user image or reset your camera, the current image will be deleted.

Adjust the brightness of the screen.

( Auto, Dark, Normal, Bright*)

Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto.

Set the duration for reviewing a captured image before returning to the Shooting mode.

(

Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec)


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Item

Power Save

* Default

Description

If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the camera automatically switches to Power save mode.

( Off*, On)

In Power save mode, press any button other than

[ POWER] to resume using the camera.

Settings

Item

Format

Reset

Language

Time Zone

Date/Time

Set

Date Type

* Default

Description

Format the internal memory and the memory card.

Format deletes all files, including protected files.

( Yes, No)

If you use a memory card used with cameras from different manufacturers or a memory card reader, or one formatted on a computer, your camera may read the card incorrectly. Format the card before using it.

Reset menus and shooting options. Date and time, language, and video output settings are not reset.

(

Yes, No)

Select a language for the display text.

Select a region and set the daylight-saving time (DST).

Set the date and time.

Select a date format.

(

YYYY/MM/DD, MM/DD/YYYY, DD/MM/YYYY, Off

*)


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Item

File No.

* Default

Description

Specify how to name files.

• Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all files.

•

Series*: Set the file number to follow the previous file number when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all files.

• The default name of the first folder is 100PHOTO and the default name of the first file is

SAM_0001.

• The file number increases one at a time from

SAM_0001 to SAM_9999.

• The folder number increases one at a time from

100PHOTO to 999PHOTO.

• The maximum number of files that can be stored in one folder is 9999.

• The camera defines file names according to the Digital rule for Camera File system (DCF) standard. If you change the names of files intentionally, the camera may not play back the files.

Item

Imprint

Auto Power

Off

Video Out

* Default

Description

Select whether to display the date and time on your photos when printing. ( Off*, Date, Date & Time)

• The date and time is displayed on the bottomright corner of the photo in yellow.

• Some printer models may not print the date and time.

• If you select Text in mode, the camera will not display the date and time.

Set the camera to turn off automatically when you are not using it. ( Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 min, 10 min)

• Your settings will not change after replacing the battery.

• The camera will not automatically turn off when:

- it is connected to a computer or printer

- you are playing a slide show or videos

- you are recording a voice memo

Set the video signal output according to your region.

• NTSC*: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan,

Mexico.

• PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria,

Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany,

England, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand,

Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand,

Norway.


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Item

AF Lamp

USB

PC Software

* Default

Description

Turn on an assistant light to help you focus in dark places. ( Off, On*)

Select the function to use when you connect the camera to a computer or printer via USB.

•

Computer*: Connect your camera to a computer for transferring files.

• Printer: Connect your camera to a printer for printing files.

• Select Mode: Select a USB mode when you connect your camera to another device.

Set Intelli-studio to start automatically when you connect your camera to your computer. ( Off, On*)


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Appendixes

Refer to error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips.

Error messages

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Camera maintenance

…………………………………… 89

Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 89

Using or storing the camera ………………………… 90

About memory cards ……………………………… 91

About the battery …………………………………… 93

Before contacting a service center

…………………… 97

Camera specifications

……………………………… 100

Glossary

……………………………………………… 104

FCC notice …………………………………………… 108

Index …………………………………………………… 109

Error messages

When the following error messages appear, try these remedies.

Error message

Card Error

Card not supported.

DCF Full Error

File Error

Low Battery

Memory Full

No Image File

Suggested remedies

• Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again.

• Remove your memory card, and insert it again.

• Format your memory card.

The inserted memory card is not compatible with your camera. Insert a microSD, microSDHC memory card.

File names do not match the DCF standard.

Transfer the files on the memory card to your computer, and then format the card.

Delete the damaged file or contact a Samsung service center.

Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery.

Delete unnecessary files or insert a new memory card.

Take photos or insert a memory card that has some photos.


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Camera maintenance

Cleaning your camera

Camera lens and display

Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper, and then wipe gently.

Camera body

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.

• 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.


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Camera maintenance

Using or storing the camera

Inappropriate places to use or store the camera

• Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot temperatures.

• Avoid using your camera in areas with extremly high humidity, or where the humidity changes drastically.

• Avoid exposing the camera to direct sunlight and storing it in hot, poorly-ventilated areas, such as in a car during summer time.

• Protect your camera and the display from impact, rough handling, and excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.

• Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or poorlyventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and internal components.

• Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or flammable chemicals. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its accessories.

• Do not store the camera where there are mothballs.

Using on beaches or shores

• Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas.

• Your camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery, adapter, or memory card with wet hands. Operating the camera with wet hands may cause damage to your 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.

• Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera.

• Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before use.

Use the camera with caution in humid environments

When you transfer the camera from a cold environment to a warm one, condensation can form on the lens or internal components of the camera. In this situation, turn off the camera and wait for at least 1 hour. If condensation forms on the memory card, remove the memory card from the camera and wait until all moisture has evaporated before reinserting it.


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Camera maintenance

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 while not in use.

• 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. Protect the camera from scratches by keeping it away from sand, sharp implements, or loose change.

• Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.

• Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.

• The camera may turn off if impacted from the outside. This is to protect the memory card. Turn on the camera to use it again.

• While you use the camera, it may heat up. This is normal and should not affect your camera’s lifespan or performance.

• When you use the camera in low temperatures, it may take some time to turn on, the color may be changed temporarily, or afterimages may appear. These conditions are not malfunctions and they will correct themselves when the camera is returned to normal temperatures.

• Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with sensitive skin. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor.


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• Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to improper use may not be covered by your warranty.

• Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty.

About memory cards

Supported memory cards

Your camera supports microSD (Secure Digital) or microSDHC (Secure

Digital High Capacity) memory cards.

To read data with a PC or memory card reader, insert the memory card into a memory card adapter.

Camera maintenance

Memory card capacity

The memory capacity may differ depending on the scenes you shoot or the shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card:

P h o t o s e o s

*

V i d

Size Super Fine

130

140

183

166

391

637

882

1,626

-

-

-

Fine

234

254

321

304

588

846

1,144

1,716

-

-

-

Normal

345

374

464

438

772

1,065

1,404

1,931

-

-

-

30 FPS

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Approx.

3’ 14’’

Approx.

9’ 27’’

Approx.

33’ 44’’

* Available recording time may vary if you use the zoom.

Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time.

15 FPS

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Approx.

6’ 21’’

Approx.

18’ 16’’

Approx.

61’ 12’’

Cautions when using memory cards

• Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card.

• Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with your camera.

• Turn off the camera when you insert or remove the memory card.

• Do not remove the memory card or turn off your camera while the lamp is blinking, as this may damage your data.

• When the lifespan of a memory card has expired, you cannot store any more photos on the card. Use a new memory card.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards with heavy impact or pressure.

• Avoid using or storing memory cards near strong magnetic fields.

• Avoid using or keeping memory cards in areas with high temperature, high humidity, or corrosive substances.

• Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a soft cloth before you insert the memory card in your camera.

• Do not allow liquids, dirt, or foreign substances to come in contact with memory cards or the memory card slot. Doing so may cause memory cards or the camera to malfunction.

• When you carry a memory card, use a case to protect the card from electrostatic discharges.


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Camera maintenance

• 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.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.

About the battery

Use only Samsung-approved batteries.

Battery specifications

Specification

Model

Type

Cell capacity

Voltage

Charging time*

(when the camera is switched off)

Description

BP70A

Lithium-ion battery

740 mAh (Minimum 700 mAh)

3.7 V

Approximately 150 min

* Charging the battery by connecting it to a computer may take longer.

Battery life

Average shooting time /

Number of photos

Photos

Videos

Approximately

120 min /

Approximately

240

Approximately

90 min

Shooting conditions

(when the battery was fully charged)

The battery life was measured under the following conditions: in the mode, at 14M resolution, Fine quality.

Test Procedure:

1. Set the flash option to Off, take a single shot, and zoom in or out.

2. Set the flash option to

Fill in, take a single shot, and zoom in or out.

3. Perform steps 1 and 2 for 30 seconds and repeat for 5 minutes.

Then turn off the camera for

1 minute.

4. Repeat steps 1 to 3.

Record videos at 1280 X 720 HQ resolution and 30 FPS.

• The figures above are based on Samsung’s standards. Your results may differ depending on your actual usage.

• Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time.


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Camera maintenance

Low battery message

When the battery charge 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 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.

• When you use the camera for an extended period, the area around the battery chamber may become warm. This does not affect the normal use of the camera.

• Do not pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug from the power outlet, as this may cause a fire or electric shock.

• In temperatures below 0 º C, battery capacity and battery life may decrease.

• Battery capacity may decrease in low temperatures but will return to normal in milder temperatures.

Cautions about using the battery

Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage

Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage and may cause a fire or electric shock.

Notes about charging the battery

• If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted correctly.

• If the camera is on while charging, the battery may not fully charge. Turn off the camera before charging the battery.

• Do not use your camera when you charge the battery. This may cause a fire or electric shock.

• Do not pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug from the power outlet, as this may cause a fire or electric shock.

• Wait to turn on the camera until after the battery has charged for at least 10 minutes.

• If you connect the camera to an external power source while the battery is depleted, using some high energy-consuming functions will cause the camera to turn off. To use the camera normally, recharge the battery.

• Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly.

Charge the battery until the indicator light turns green.


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Camera maintenance

• 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. After charging is finished, disconnect the cable from your camera.

• Do not bend or place heavy objects on the AC cable. Doing so may damage the cable.

Notes about charging with a computer connected

• Use only the provided USB cable.

• The battery may not charge when:

- you use a USB hub

- other USB devices are connected to your computer

- you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your computer

- the USB port of your computer does not support the power output standard (5V, 500mA)

Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care

• Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when you dispose of used batteries.

• Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when they are overheated.


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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.

• Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommend battery chargers and adapters and charge the battery only by the methods described in this user manual.

• Do not place the battery near heating devices or expose it to excessively warm environments, such as the inside of an enclosed car in the summertime.

• Do not place the battery in a microwave oven.

• Avoid storing or using the battery in hot, humid places, such as spas or shower enclosures.

• Do not rest the device on flammable surfaces, such as bedding, carpets, or electric blankets for a prolonged period.

• When the device is switched on, do not leave it in any confined space for a prolonged period.

• Do not allow the battery terminals to come in contact with metallic objects, such as necklaces, coins, keys, or watches.

• Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended,

Lithium-ion replacement batteries.


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• Do not disassemble or puncture the battery with any sharp object.

• Avoid exposing the battery to high pressure or crushing forces.

• Avoid exposing the battery to major impacts, such as dropping it from high places.

• Do not expose the battery to temperatures of 60 °C

(140° F) or above.

• Do not allow the battery to come in contact with moisture or liquids.

• Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight, fire, or any other source of excessive heat.

Disposal guidelines

• Dispose of the battery with care.

• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire.

• Disposal regulations may differ by country or region.

Dispose of the battery in accordance with all local and federal regulations.

Guidelines for charging the battery

Charge the battery only by the method described in this user manual. The battery can ignite or explode if not charged properly.


If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution 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.

Situation

Cannot turn on the camera

The power turns off suddenly

The camera is losing battery power quickly

Suggested remedies

• Make sure that the battery is inserted.

• Make sure that the battery is inserted correctly.

• Charge the battery.


• Your camera may be in Power save mode. (p. 84)

• The camera may turn off to prevent the memory card from being damaged due to an impact. Turn on your camera again.

• The battery may lose power more quickly in low temperatures (below 0° C). Keep the battery warm by putting it into your pocket.

• Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly. Recharge if needed.

• Batteries are consumable parts that must be replaced over time. Get a new battery if the battery life is diminishing quickly.

Situation

Cannot take photos

The camera freezes

The camera heats up

The flash does not work

The flash fires unexpectedly

Suggested remedies

• There is no space on the memory card.

Delete unnecessary files or insert a new card.

• Format the memory card. (p. 84)

• The memory card is defective. Get a new memory card.

• Make sure that the camera is switched on.


• Make sure that the battery is inserted correctly.

Remove the battery and insert it again.

While you use the camera, it may heat up.

This is normal and should not affect your camera’s lifespan or performance.

• The flash option may be set to Off.

(p. 41)

• You cannot use the flash in some modes.

The flash may fire due to static electricity.

This is not a malfunction.


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Situation

The date and time are incorrect

The display or buttons do not work

The camera screen works poorly

The memory card has an error

Cannot play back files

The photo is blurry

Suggested remedies

Set the date and time in the display settings menu. (p. 84)

Remove the battery and insert it again.

If you use your camera at low temperatures, it can cause the camera screen to malfunction or discolor.

For better performance of your camera screen, use your camera at normal temperatures.

The memory card has not been reset.

Format the card. (p. 84)

If you change the name of a file, your camera may not play the file. (Note: File names should meet the DCF standard.) If you encounter this situation, play back the files on your computer.

• Make sure that the focus option you set is suitable for close-up shots. (p. 43)

• Make sure that the lens is clean. If not, clean the lens. (p. 89)

• Make sure that the subject is within range of the flash. (p. 100)

Situation

The colors in the photo do not match the actual scene

The photo is too bright

The photo is too dark

Suggested remedies

An incorrect white balance can create unrealistic color. Select the proper white balance option to suit the light source.

(p. 52)

• Turn off the flash. (p. 41)

• Your photo is overexposed. Adjust the exposure value. (p. 51)

Your photo is underexposed.

• Turn on the flash. (p. 41)

• Adjust the ISO speed. (p. 42)

• Adjust the exposure value. (p. 51)

The TV does not display your photos

Your computer does not recognize your camera

• Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the TV with the A/V cable.

• Make sure that your memory card contains photos.

• Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly.

• Make sure that your camera is switched on.

• Make sure that you are using a supported operating system. (p. 74, 79)

Your computer disconnects the camera while transferring files

The file transmission may be interrupted by static electricity. Disconnect the USB cable and connect it again.


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Situation

Your computer cannot play videos

Intelli-studio is not functioning properly

Suggested remedies

• Depending on the video player programs installed on your PC, video files captured by your camera may not play. To ensure the video files play on your computer, install and use the Intelli-studio. (p. 76)

• Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly.

• End Intelli-studio and restart the program.

• You cannot use Intelli-studio on

Macintosh computers.

• Make sure that the PC Software is set to On in the settings menu. (p. 86)

• Depending on your computer's specification and environments, the program may not launch automatically.

In this case, click Start

→ My Computer

→ Intelli-studio → iStudio.exe on your computer.


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Image sensor

Type

Effective pixels

Total pixels

Lens

1/2.3" (Approx. 7.76 mm) CCD

Approx. 14.2 mega-pixels

Approx. 14.4 mega-pixels

Shutter speed

•

Smart Auto: 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec.

•

Program: 1 - 1/2,000 sec.

•

Night: 8 - 1/2,000 sec.

Exposure

Control

Metering

Compensation

Program AE

Multi, Spot, Center-weighted, Face Detection AE

±2EV (1/3EV steps)

Focal length

F-stop range

Digital zoom

Display

Type

Feature

Focusing

Type

Samsung 5X Zoom Lens f = 4.7 - 23.5 mm

(35 mm film equivalent: 26 - 130 mm)

F3.3 (W) - F5.9 (T)

•

Still image mode: 1.0X - 5.0X

(Optical x Digital: 25.0X)

•

Play mode: 1.0X - 13.5X (depending on image size)

TFT LCD

2.7" (6.9 cm), 230 K

TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Face Detection AF,

Object Tracking AF, Smart Face Recognition AF)

Range

Normal

Macro

Wide (W)

80 cm - infinity

5 cm - 80 cm

Tele (T)

150 cm - infinity

100 cm - 150 cm

Auto Macro 5 cm - infinity 100 cm - infinity


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ISO equivalent

Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600,

3200(Up to 3M Size)

Flash

Mode

Range

Off, Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Red-eye Fix

•

WIDE: 0.2 m - 3.5 m (ISO Auto)

•

TELE: 1.0 m - 2.0 m (ISO Auto)

Recharging time Approx. 4 sec. (depending on battery condition)

Shake reduction

Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)


Effect

Photo Shooting mode

Video Shooting mode

• Smart Filter: Normal, Miniature, Vignetting, Half

Tone Dot, Sketch, Fish Eye, Defog, Classic, Retro,

Negative, Custom RGB

• Image Adjust: Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation

•

Smart Filter: Normal, Miniature, Vignetting, Palette

Effect 1, Palette Effect 2, Palette Effect 3, Palette

Effect 4, Fish Eye, Defog, Classic, Retro, Negative,

Custom RGB

White Balance

Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten,

Measure: Shutter (Custom Set)

Date Imprinting

Off, Date, Date & Time

Shooting

Photos

• Modes: Smart Auto (White, Macro Color, Portrait,

Night Portrait, Backlight Portrait, Backlight,

Landscape, Action, Tripod, Night, Macro, Macro

Text, Blue Sky, Sunset, Natural Green, Fireworks),

Program, Scene (Magic Frame, Beauty-Shot,

Object Highlight, Night, Landscape, Text, Sunset,

Dawn, Backlight, Beach&Snow)

• Drive: Single, Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB

•

Timer: Off, 10 Sec, 2 Sec, Double


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Videos

Playback

Type

Edit

Effect

•

Modes:

Smart Movie*, Movie

* Smart Movie: Landscape, Blue Sky, Natural

Green, Sunset

•

Format: MJPEG (Max recording time: 20 min)

•

Size: 1280 X 720 HQ (Per one file: Max. 4GB),

640 X 480, 320 X 240

• Frame Rate: 30 FPS, 15 FPS

• Voice: Sound Alive On/Sound Alive Off/Mute

• Video editing (embedded):

Pause during recording, Still image capture

Single image, Thumbnails, Multi Slide Show with

Music and Effect, Movie clip, Smart Album*

* Smart Album category: Type, Date, Color, Week,

Face

Resize, Rotate, Smart Filter, Image Adjust

•

Smart Filter: Normal, Miniature, Vignetting,

Soft-Focus, Old Film 1, Old Film 2, Half Tone Dot,

Sketch, Fish Eye, Defog, Classic, Retro, Negative,

Custom RGB

•

Image Adjust: ACB, Red-eye Fix, Face Retouch,

Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Add Noise


Voice recording

• Voice Recording (Max 10 hours)

• Voice Memo in a photo (Max. 10 sec.)

Storage

Media

•

Internal memory: Approx. 30 MB

•

External memory (Optional):

microSD card (up to 2 GB guaranteed)

microSDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed)

Internal memory capacity may not match these specifications.

File format

•

Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1,

PictBridge 1.0

• Video: AVI (MJPEG)

• Audio: WAV

Image size

For 1GB microSD

4320 X 3240

4320 X 2880

Super Fine Fine

130

140

234

254

4320 X 2432

3648 X 2736

2592 X 1944

1984 X 1488

1920 X 1080

1024 X 768

183

166

391

637

882

1,626

321

304

588

846

1,144

1,716

These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.

Normal

345

374

464

438

772

1,065

1,404

1,931

Interface

Digital output connector

Audio output

Video output

DC power input connector

USB 2.0

Mono (Internal speaker), Mono (Microphone)

NTSC, PAL (selectable)

4.2 V


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Power source

Rechargeable battery

Lithium-ion battery (BP70A)

(740 mAh, Minimum 700 mAh)

Connector Type 20 pin (USB/AV out)

The power source may differ depending on your region.

Dimensions (W x H x D)

91.8 x 53.9 x 16.5(20.2) mm (excluding protrusions)

Weight

105 g (without battery and memory card)

Operating temperature

0 - 40˚ C

Operating humidity

5 - 85 %

Software

Intelli-studio

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.


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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.

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).

AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket)

This feature automatically captures several images at different exposures to help you capture a properly-exposed image.

Depth of field

The distance between the nearest and farthest points that can be acceptably focused in a photograph. Depth of field varies with lens aperture, focal length, and distance from the camera to the subject.

Selecting a smaller aperture, for example, will increase the depth of field and blur the background of a composition.

AF (Auto Focus)

A system that automatically focuses the camera lens on the subject.

Your camera uses the contrast to focus automatically.

Aperture

The aperture controls the amount of light that reaches the camera’s sensor.

Digital zoom

A feature that artificially increases the amount of zoom available with zoom lens (optical zoom). When using the digital zoom, the image quality will deteriorate as the magnification increases.

Camera shake (Blur)

If the camera is moved while the shutter is open, the entire image may appear blurred. This occurs more often when the shutter speed is slow.

Prevent camera shake by raising the sensitivity, using the flash, or using a faster shutter speed. Alternately, use a tripod, the DIS function to stabilize the camera.

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.

Composition

Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo.

Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition.

EV (Exposure Value)

All the combinations of the camera’s shutter speed and lens aperture that result in the same exposure.


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Glossary

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.

Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format)

A specification to define an image file format for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronic Industries Development Association (JEIDA).

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.

Flash

A speed light that helps to create adequate exposure in low-light conditions.

Focal length

The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point (in millimeters). Longer focal lengths result in narrower angles of view and the subject is magnified. Shorter focal lengths result in wider angles of view.

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. Common sensor types are CCD

(Charge-coupled Device) and CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide

Semiconductor).

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. JPEG images are compressed to reduce their overall file size with minimal deterioration of the image resolution.

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

A visual display commonly used in consumer electronics. This display needs a separate backlight, such as CCFL or LED, to reproduce colors.

Macro

This feature allows you to capture close-up photos of very small objects. When using the macro feature, the camera can maintain a sharp focus on small objects at a near life-size ratio (1:1).


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Glossary

Metering

The metering refers to the way in which the camera measures the quantity of light to set the exposure.

MJPEG (Motion JPEG)

A video format which is compressed as a JPEG image.

Noise

Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when photos are shot with a high sensitivity or when a sensitivity is automatically set in a dark place.

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.

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 pass through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor. A fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects in motion.

Vignetting

A reduction of an image’s brightness or saturation at the periphery

(outer edges) compared to the center of the image. Vignetting can draw interest to subjects positioned in the center of an image.

White balance (color balance)

An adjustment of the intensities of colors (typically the primary colors red, green, and blue), in an image. The goal of adjusting the white balance, or color balance, is to correctly render the colors in an image.


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Correct Disposal of This Product

(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

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 battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive

2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of, these substances can cause harm to human health or the environment.

To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local, free battery return system.

This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian

ICES-003.

PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics’ commitment to the sustainable development and social responsibility through eco-driven business and management activities.


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Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler.

To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect Or call, (877) 278 - 0799

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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorientate, or relocate, the receiving antenna.

- Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

• CAUTION:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.


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• Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Model No. : Samsung ST90

Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Address : 85 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park,

NJ 07660

: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) Telephone No.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Index

A

ACB

in Playback mode 70

in Shooting mode 51

Adjusting

Brightness 71

Contrast

in Playback mode 71

in Shooting mode 58

Saturation

in Playback mode 71

in Shooting mode 58

Sharpness 58

AF Lamp 86

AF Sound 83

Aperture 34

Auto Contrast Balance (ACB)

51

Specifications 93

Beauty Shot mode 32

Blink detection 48

Burst

Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB)

54

Continuous 54

Motion capture 54

C

Camera shake 26

Capturing an image from a

video 67

Cleaning

Body 89

Display 89

Lens 89

Digital Image Stabilization

(DIS) 25

Digital zoom 23

DIS 25

Disconnecting the device 78

Display brightness 83

Display type 21

DPOF 72

E

Editing 68

Enlarging 65

Error messages 88

Exposure 51

B

Battery

Charging 94

Life 93

D

Date/Time Set 84

Date Type 84

Deleting files 64


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F

Face detection

Blink Detection 48

Normal 46

Self-Portrait 47

Smart Face Recognition 48

Smile Shot 47

Facial brightness 32

Facial imperfections 32

Flash

Auto 42

Fill in 42

Off 41

Red-eye 42

Red-eye Fix 42

Slow Sync 42

Focus area

Center AF 45

Multi AF 45

Tracking AF 45

Focus distance

Macro 43

Normal (AF) 43

Format 84

Frame rate 35

Function button 14

Function description 83

Index

G

Glossary 104

H

Half-pressing 6

I

Icons 18

Image adjust

ACB 70

add noise 71 brightness 71 contrast 71 face retouch 71

red-eye fix 70

saturation 71

Imprint 85

Intelli-studio 76

Intelli zoom 24

ISO speed 42

L

Light source (White balance)

52

Long time shutter 34

M

Macro 43

Magic Frame mode 31

Maintenance 89

Memory card

Capacity 92

microSD 91 microSDHC 91

MENU button 14

Metering

Center-weighted 52

Multi 52

Spot 52

MJPEG (Motion JPEG) 101

Mode button 14

Movie mode 35

Muting

Camera 16

Video 36

My Star

Canceling faces 61

Ranking 61

Registering faces 49

N

Navigation button 14

Night mode 34

O

Object Highlight mode 33

P

Photo quality 39

Pictbridge 80

Playback button 16

Playback mode 60

Printing photos 80


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Print order 72

Program mode 35

Protecting files 63

Q

Quick View 83

R

Recording

Video 35

Voice memo 37

Red-eye

in Playback mode 70

in Shooting mode 41

Reset 84

Resizing 68

Resolution

Photo 39

Video 39

RGB tone

in Playback mode 70

Index

in Shooting mode 57

Rotating 68

S

Scene mode 30

Self-Portrait 47

Service center 97

Settings

Accessing 82

Camera 84

Display 83

Sound 83

Shooting mode

Movie 35

Program 35

Scene 30

Smart Auto 29

Shutter speed 34

Slide show 65

Smart Album 62

Smart Auto mode 29

Smart button 13

Smart Face Recognition 48

Smart Filter

in Playback mode 69

in Shooting mode 55

Smile shot 47

Start image 68, 83

T

Timer 40

Tracking focus 44

Transferring files

for Mac 79

for Windows 74

V

Video

Playing 66

Recording 35

Video Out 85

Viewing files

as thumbnails 63

by category 62

on TV 73

Slide show 65

Voice memo

Playing 67

Recording 37

Volume 83

W

White Balance 52

Z

Zoom button 13

Zooming 23


Appendixes

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