Samsung ECNV30ZSBA, ECNV30ZBBA, NV30 User Manual
Instructions Getting to Know your camera
Use this camera in the following order.
Set up the camera driver
Take a picture
Insert the USB cable
Check the camera’s power
Before connecting the camera to a PC,
via the USB cable, you will need to set
up the camera driver. Install the camera
driver that is contained in Application
software CD-ROM. (p.83)
Take a picture. (p.2)
Insert the supplied USB cable into the
PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB
connection terminal. (p.85)
Check the camera’s power. If the power
is turned off, press the camera button to
turn it on.
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
● Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
● When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause
of the camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory card etc.) to the A/S
centre.
● Please check that the camera is operating properly before you intend to use it
(e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment.
Samsung takes no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from
camera malfunction.
● Keep this manual in a safe place.
● If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC,
the images could be damaged. When transferring the images taken with
the camera to your PC, be sure to use the supplied USB cable to connect
the camera to your PC. Please note that the manufacturer accepts no
responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the
use of a card reader.
● The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to change without
prior notice for upgrading the camera functions.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
Check [Removable Disk]
Open Windows EXPLORER and search
for [Removable Disk]. (p.86)
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Danger Warning
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
● Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. To do so may result in fire,
injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera.
Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should only be carried out by
your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.
● Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive
gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.
● Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it.
Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the power source.
You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.
Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
● Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera
through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
● Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric
shock.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
● Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals. Positioning the
flash too close to your subject’s eyes may cause eyesight damage.
● For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children
or animals to prevent accidents e.g.:
- Swallowing battery or small camera accessories. If an accident should occur,
please consult a doctor immediately.
- There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
● Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result
in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, let the camera sit idle for a
few minutes to allow it time to cool.
● Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures,
such as a sealed vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extreme variances
in temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the
camera’s internal components and could cause a fire.
● When in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. This may cause heat to
build up and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always use the camera
and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
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Caution Contents
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in a minor or moderate injury.
● Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fire or injury.
- Use battery with the correct specification for the camera.
- Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire.
- Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed.
● Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period of
time. Otherwise the battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently
damage the camera’s components.
● Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do not touch
the flash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.
● Do not move the camera while it is switched on when you are using the AC
Charger. After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the cable
from the wall socket. Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to
other devices are disconnected before moving the camera. Failure to do so
may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock.
● Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image
and possibly causing camera malfunction.
● Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
● Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and do not
insert by force. It may cause breakage of cable or camera.
● Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near a camera case. Avoid leaving
magnetic strip cards near the case.
● It is highly likely to result in computer malfunctions when the 20 pin connector
is connected to the USB port of a PC. Never connect the 20 pin connector to
USB port of a PC.
READY
RECORDING
007 System chart
008
Identification of features
008
Front & Top
009
Back
00
Bottom
00
Self-timer lamp
0
Camera Status Lamp
0
Mode icon
012
Connecting to a Power Source
015
Inserting the Battery
015
Inserting the memory card
016
Instructions on using the memory card
018
When Using the Camera for the First Time
: Smart button
019
When Using the Camera for the First Time
: Setting up the Date / Time and Language
020
LCD monitor indicator
021
Starting the recording mode
02
How to use the AUTO mode
02
How to use the PROGRAM mode
022
How to use the MANUAL mode
022
How to use the DUAL IS (Dual Image
Stabilization) mode
023
Night, Portrait scene mode
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Contents
<< >>
023 How to use the SCENE mode
02
How to use the MOVIE mode
02
Recording the movie clip without sound
02
Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
025
Using Photo Style Selector Mode
026
Things to Watch Out for When Taking
Pictures
027
Using the camera buttons to set the
camera
027
POWER button
027
SHUTTER button
027
OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) button
028
ZOOM W / T button
030
Using the LCD monitor to set the camera
03
Selecting focus type
032
Flash
033
Size
03
Focus Area
036
Continuous shot
036
Metering
037
Image Adjust
037
Sharpness
037
Saturation control
037
Contrast
038
Effect
PLAY
038
Quality / Frame rate
039
Self-timer / Remote control
0
Voice recording / Voice memo
02
White balance
03
ISO
03
Exposure compensation
0
ACB (Auto Contrast Balance)
0
Shutter Speed
05
Aperture Value
05
Movie Clip frame stabiliser
06
Scene menu
047
Starting play mode
07
Playing back a still image
07
Playing back a movie clip
08
Movie clip capture function
08
On camera movie trimming
08
Playing back a recorded voice
09
Playing back a recorded voice memo
049
LCD monitor indicator
050
Using the camera buttons to adjust the
camera
050
Play mode button
050
BACK button
050
Using the remote control in play mode
Contents
Thumbnail / Enlargement button
05
052
Playing Images
053
Starting the slide show
05
Protecting images
05
Deleting images
055
DPOF
055
DPOF : IMAGES
056
DPOF : Print size
056
DPOF : Index
057
Rotating an image
057
Resize
058
Effect
059 Special colour
059
Colour Filter
059
Shaded
059
Elegant
059
Noise effect
060
Image Adjust
060
Red eye removal
060
ACB
060
Brightness control
060
Contrast control
06
Saturation control
06
PictBridge
SETUP
064 Setup menu
066
Setup menu ( )
066
OSD set
066
LCD brightness
066
LCD save
067
Start up image
067
Setup menu ( )
067
Sound Volume
067
Operation Sound
068
Shutter sound
068
Start up sound
068
AF sound
068
Setup menu ( )
068
File name
069
Self Portrait
069
Auto Focus lamp
069
Quick view
070
Imprinting the recording date
070 Setup menu ( )
070
Copy To Card
07
Delete All
07
Formatting a memory
072
Setup menu ( )
072
Language
072
Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
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Contents
SOFTWARE
073 Initialisation
073
Selecting Video out type
07
Auto power off
075
Important notes
076
Warning indicator
077
Before contacting a service centre
079
Specifications
081
Software Notes
082
System Requirements
082
About the software
083
Setting up the application software
085
Starting PC mode
086 Using Removable Disk
088
Removing the removable disk
089
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
089
Using the USB Driver for MAC
089
Removing the USB Driver for Windows
98SE
090
Samsung Master
092
FAQ
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System chart
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment,
contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.
Included items
Camera
AC adapter (SAC-7) /
USB cable (SUC-C3)
Optional items
User manual,
Product warranty
AV cable
Camera case
Software CD Rechargeable battery
Remote control SD/SDHC/MMC memory card
(SLB-37D)
Camera strap
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Identification of features
Front & Top
Mode dial
Remote control
sensor
Shutter button
Power button
Microphone
Speaker
Photo style seclector dial
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Flash
Lens / Lens cap
Self-timer lamp / AF sensor
USB / AV connection terminal
Identification of features
Back
LCD monitor
Camera status lamp
Smart button
Zoom W button (Thumbnail)
Zoom T button (Digital zoom)
Smart button
Eyelet for camera strap
BACK button / OIS button
Play mode button
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Identification of features
Bottom
Tripod socket
To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown above.
Battery chamber cover Battery chamber
Memory card slot
Battery cover lever
Battery holder
■ Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
- For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at second
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
intervals.
- For the final 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25-second intervals.
For 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25second intervals before taking a picture.
A picture will be taken after about 0 seconds and 2
seconds later a second picture will be taken.
After pressing the Shutter button, the image is taken
in accordance with the subject’s movement.
Pressing the remote control shutter button will allow
an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken.
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Identification of features
■ Camera Status Lamp
■ Mode icon
Status Description
Power on
After taking a picture
While voice memo
recording
When the USB cable is
inserted to a PC
Transmitting Data with
a PC
When the USB cable is
connected to a printer
When the printer is
printing
When the AF activates
The lamp turns on and off when the camera is
ready to take a picture.
The lamp blinks while saving the image and then
turns off when ready to take another picture.
The lamp blinks.
The lamp lights up
(LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)
The lamp turns on (LCD monitor turns off)
The lamp is off.
The lamp blinks.
The lamp lights (The subject is in focus)
The lamp blinks (The subject is not in focus)
MODE AUTO PROGRAM MANUAL
Icon
MODE DUAL IS NIGHT PORTRAIT
Icon
MODE MOVIE PLAY
Icon
SCENE
MODE CHILDREN LANDSCAPE CLOSE UP
Icon
MODE TEXT SUNSET
Icon
MODE BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH&SNOW
Icon
MODE SELF SHOT FOOD CAFÉ
Icon
-
DAWN
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Connecting to a Power Source
You should use the rechargeable battery (SLB-1137D) supplied with the
camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.
Recording time
Based on the following shooting
conditions
■ SLB-1137D rechargeable battery specification
Model SLB-1137D
Type Lithium Ion
Capacity 1100mAh
Voltage 3.7V
Charging time
(When the camera is turned off)
■ Number of images and battery life : Using the SLB-1137D
Battery life /
Number of images
Still image
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Approx. 130 MIN
/ Approx. 260
About 150 Min.
Based on the following shooting
Using the fully charged battery,
Auto mode, 8M image size,
Fine image quality, Shot to shot interval
: 30Sec.
Changing the zoom position between
the Wide and the Tele after every shot.
Using the flash on every second shot.
Using the camera for 5 minutes and
then Powering it off for 1 minute.
conditions
Movie Approx. 120 MIN
These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and
shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user’s methods.
These figures are measured under OIS shooting condition.
Important information about battery usage.
● When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.
● Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long
periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking
if kept inside the camera.
Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance of the
●
battery and you may experience reduced battery life.
● Battery will usually recover at normal temperatures.
During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become
●
warm. This is perfectly normal.
Using the fully charged battery
640x480 image size
30fps frame rate
Connecting to a Power Source
You can charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-37D) by using an SAC7 KIT. The SAC-7 KIT consists of the AC adapter (SAC-7) and the USB
cable (SUC-C3). When the AC adapter and the USB cable are assembled,
it can be used as an AC cable.
● Using the SAC-7 as an AC charger
: Insert the AC adapter into the USB connector.
When the AC adapter is inserted, it can be
used as an AC charger.
● Using the SAC-7 as an USB cable
: Remove the AC adapter from the USB
connector (SUC-C3). You can transmit data
with a PC (p.85) or charge the battery.
In the following cases, the battery may not be charged.
When using a USB cable that was not supplied with this camera.
●
Use the supplied USB cable.
When using a USB hub. Connect the camera to the PC directly.
●
When other USB devices are connected to the PC.
●
Disconnect the other USB devices.
When the USB is connected to the USB port located on the front of
●
the computer. Use the USB located on the back of the computer.
If the USB port of the PC doesn’t meet the Power output standard
●
(.2V, 00mA), the camera may not be charged.
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Connecting to a Power Source
■ How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-37D)
Charging LED
■ Charging LED of the AC Adapter
Charging LED
Being Charged Red LED is on
Charging is complete Green LED is on
Charging error Red LED is off or blinking
Being discharged
(Using the AC adapter)
Orange coloured LED is on
● Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and
do not insert by force. It may cause damage to the cable or camera.
● If the charging LED of the AC Charger does not turn on or blink after
inserting the rechargeable battery, please check whether the battery
is inserted correctly.
● If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery can’t
charge fully. Turn the camera off while charging the battery.
● If you insert the fully discharged battery to charge it, do not turn on
the camera at the same time. The camera may not be turned on
because of the low battery capacity. Charge the battery for more than
0 minutes before using the camera.
● Do not use the flash frequently or take a movie clip with a fully
discharged battery that has only been charged for a short time.
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Inserting the Battery Inserting the memory card
Insert the battery as shown
- If the camera does not turn on after
you have inserted battery, please check
whether the battery is inserted
with the correct polarity (+ / -).
- Do not use force to open the battery
chamber. This may damage the battery
chamber cover.
■ There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD
monitor.
Battery
indicator
Battery
status
The battery
is fully
charged
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge or
use spare
battery)
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge or
use spare
battery)
Battery
empty.
( Recharge
or use spare
battery)
Insert the memory card as shown.
- Turn off the camera’s power before
inserting the memory card.
- Have the front of the memory card
facing toward the back of the camera
(LCD monitor) and the card pins toward
the front of the camera (Lens).
- Do not insert the memory card the wrong
way round. Doing so may damage the
memory card slot.
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Instructions on using the memory card
● Be sure to format the memory card (see p.7) if you are using a newly
purchased memory card for the first time, if it contains data that the camera
cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a different camera.
● Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or
removed.
● Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce its performance.
Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card.
Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty.
● The memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject it to any heavy impact.
● Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or
magnetic fields, e.g. near loudspeakers or TV receivers.
● Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in
temperature.
● Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact with
any liquid. Should this happen, clean the memory card with a soft cloth.
● Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
● During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory
card is warm. This is perfectly normal.
● Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera.
To use the memory card in this camera, format the memory card using this
camera.
● Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory
card reader.
● If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded data may
become corrupted :
- When the memory card is used incorrectly.
- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while recording,
deleting (formatting) or reading.
● Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy
●
disks, hard disks, CD etc.
● If there is insufficient memory available
: A [Memory Full!] message will appear and the camera will not operate.
To optimise the amount of memory in the camera, replace the memory card
or delete unnecessary images stored on the memory card.
● Don’t remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is
blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.
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Instructions on using the memory card
The camera can use SD/SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media
Cards).
When using a 256MB MMC memory, the specified shooting capacity will
be as follows. These figures are approximate as image capacities can be
affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type.
Card pins
Write protect switch
Label
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
The SD/SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image
files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch towards the bottom
of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data will be protected. By sliding the switch
towards the top of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data protection will be
cancelled. Slide the switch to the top of the SD/SDHC memory card before
taking a picture.
Recorded
image size
Still
image
*
Movie
* The recording times can be affected by the zoom operation.
The zoom button doesn’t operate while recording movies.
SUPER
FINE
60 5 65
68 28 82
68 29 83
79 9 2
93 73 22
3 255 35
9 67 732
FINE
NORMAL
30FPS 5FPS
About
2'2"
About
30'3"
About
20'5"
About
57'9"
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When Using the Camera for the First Time : Smart button
This button is used for shifting the menu cursor to select or for confirming
the selected menu.
3264x1832
3072x2304
3264x2176
SIZE
3264x2448
To select a sub menu, in some menus, touch the button and slide your
finger to the left / right.
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[Selecting the main menu :
Touching the button]
[Confirming the sub menu :
Pressing the button]
[Confirming the main menu :
Pressing the button]
3264x1832
3072x2304
3264x2176
3264x2448
[Selecting the sub menu :
Touching the button]
Slow Fast
[e.g. : Manual - Selecting the shutter speed]
Extending the menus : Press the extension menu button and more
available menus will be displayed.
Pressing the
extension menu
button
The LCD monitor will be dark when some menus are selected. After selecting
the menu, the LCD monitor returns to the brightness set as before.
When Using the Camera for the First Time : Setting up the Date / Time and Language
When the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed
in the LCD monitor to set date, time and language. This menu will not be
displayed again after setting up the date, time and language. Set up the
date, time and language before using this camera.
■ Setting up the language
1. Press the [Language] menu button.
2. Select a desired language by pressing the
vertical smart button.
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
DEUTSCH
Language
3
Date & Time
Exit:BACK
■ Setting up the date, time and date type
1. Press the [Date & Time] menu button.
2. Select a desired date type by pressing the
vertical smart button.
3. To change the date, select the [2008/01/01]
menu and press the vertical smart button.
4. To select Year / Month / Day and Hour :
Minute, press the horizontal smart button.
To change the numbers, press the vertical
smart button.
2008/01/01
3
yy/mm/dd
3
mm/dd/yy
dd/mm/yy
Off
London
5
08 / 01 / 01 01 : 00
6
Language
Date & Time
Exit:BACK
OK
● You can select any one of 22 languages. These are listed below :
- English, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, S.Chinese,
T.Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish,
Swedish, Finnish, Thai, Bahasa (Malay / Indonesian), Arabic,
Polish, Hungarian, Czech and Turkish.
Even if the camera is restarted, the language setting will be
●
maintained.
For more information about the World Time, refer to the page 72.
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LCD monitor indicator
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and
selections.
No. Description Icons Page
1 Recording mode p.21~24
2 Photo Style Selector p.25
3 Battery p.15
4
5 Focus mode p.31
6 Flash p.32~33
7 Image size p.33
8
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1
26 25 24 23
2
3
4
6 7 8 9
5
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
27
[Image & Full Status]
OIS (Optical Image
Stabilization)
Face detection / Self portrait /
Focus Area
10
22
21
20
19
18
p.27
p.34~35
No. Description Icons Page
9 Shooting mode p.36
10 Metering p.36
11 Image adjust p.37
12 Effect p.38
13 Image quality / Frame rate p.38
14 Self-timer p.39~40
15
Voice recording /
Voice memo / Without Sound
/
/
p.41
16 Setup menu p.64~74
17 Extension menu p.18
18 ACB p.44
19 Aperture Value F2.8 p.45
Exposure compensation /
20
Stabilizer / Shutter Speed
/ / 1/30
p.45/p.44
21 ISO p.43
22 White Balance p.42
23 Date / Time 01:00 PM 2008.01.01 p.72
Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
24
Digital Zoom rate
Number of available shots remaining
25
Remaining time
(Movie clip / Voice recording)
Memory card icon /
26
Internal memory icon
8
00:01:00/01:00:00
/
p.28~29
p.17
p.15
27 Auto focus area p.34~35
Starting the recording mode
How to use the AUTO mode
Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user
interaction.
1. Insert the battery (p.15) taking note of the correct
polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card (p.15). As this camera
has a 20MB internal memory, it is not essential to
insert the memory card. If the memory card is not
inserted, an image will be stored in the internal
memory. If the memory card is inserted, an
image will be stored on the memory card.
3. Close the battery chamber cover.
4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
(If the date / time that is displayed on the LCD
monitor is incorrect, reset the date / time before
taking a picture.)
5. Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the
LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
● If the Auto focus area turns to red when you press the shutter button
down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject.
Should this be the case, the camera is unable to capture an image
clearly.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
●
How to use the PROGRAM mode
Selecting the program mode will configure the camera with optimal
settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the aperture
value and shutter speed.
1. Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating the
mode dial.
2. Press the horizontal smart button to configure
advanced functions such as image size (p.33),
quality (p.38), metering (p.36) and shooting
mode (p.36).
Refer to page 30 ~ 46 for more information
about the menus.
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the MANUAL mode
The user can manually set both the aperture value and the shutter speed.
1. Select the MANUAL mode by rotating the mode
dial.
2. Select the desired shutter speed and aperture
value by using the smart button.
Refer to page 44 ~ 45 for more information
about the menus.
How to use the DUAL IS (Dual Image Stabilization) mode
This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a wellexposed image in dim conditions.
1. Select the DUAL IS mode by rotating the mode
dial.
2. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
3. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
■ Things to watch out for using the DUAL IS mode
- The digital zoom will not operate in the DUAL IS mode.
- If the lighting conditions are brighter than fluorescent lighting, the DUAL IS
doesn’t activate.
- If the subject is moving the final image captured may be blurred.
- Avoid moving the camera while the [Capturing!] message is displayed to
achieve a better result.
- As the DUAL IS uses the camera’s digital processor, images taken using the
DUAL IS may take a little longer for the camera to process.
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Starting the recording mode
Night, Portrait scene mode
Select a desired mode by rotating the mode dial.
- Night : Use this for shooting still images at night
or in other dark conditions.
- Portrait : To take a picture of a person.
[NIGHT mode] [PORTRAIT mode]
How to use the SCENE mode
Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting
situations. Select the SCENE mode by rotating the mode dial.
Refer to page 46 for more information
about the menus.
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the MOVIE mode
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of
the memory capacity allows.
1. Select the MOVIE mode by rotating the mode dial.
(Available recording time will display on the LCD
monitor)
2. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
Press the shutter button and movie clips are
recorded for as long as the available recording
time allows. Movie clips will still be recorded if the
shutter button is released.
If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter
button again.
* Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 640x480, 320x240 (Selectable)
- File type : *.avi (MPEG-4)
Recording the movie clip without sound
You can record the movie clip without sound.
1. Press the extension menu button.
2. Select the [VOICE]
3. Press the shutter button and movie clip is
recorded for as long as the available recording
time without sound.
When you select [ZOOM MUTE], only images
are taken without sound while you use the zoom.
→ [OFF] menu.
OFF
ZOOM MUTE
ON
Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)
This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes, while
recording a movie clip. Using this function, you can record your favourite
scenes into a movie clip without having to create multiple movie clips.
The maximum file size of continuous movie clip is 4GB.
If the recording time is over 6 hours, though the file size is not 4GB, the
movie is stopped and saved automatically.
Before the file size is 4GB or the recording time is 6 hours, the movie can
be stopped and saved depending on the movie quality.
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■ Using Successive Recording
1. Press the shutter button and movie clips are
recorded for as long as the available recording
time allows. Movie clips will still be recorded
if the shutter button is released.
2. Press the
3. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter
II button to pause recording.
Press the button again to resume the
recording.
button again.
Starting the recording mode
Using Photo Style Selector Mode
By using the photo style selector dial located on the top of the camera, you
can create photos that have various effects applied to them without using
an image correction program.
1. Using the Photo Style Selector Dial,
select a desired photo style.
Icon Style Mode Description
Normal No style effect is applied.
Soft Soft style is applied.
Vivid Vivid style is applied.
Forest Natural, clean style is applied.
Retro Brown toned style is applied.
Cool Cool style is applied.
Calm Calm style is applied.
Classic Classic style is applied.
2. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the
LCD monitor.
3. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
Photo Style Selector Mode is not available in Nightscene, Portrait,
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Movie or Scene Mode.
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Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
● Pressing the shutter button down half way.
Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge.
Press the shutter button all the way down to take the picture.
[Lightly press the shutter button] [Press the shutter button]
● The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and
camera settings.
When either the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting
●
condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) may appear on the
LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod, support the camera on a solid surface
or change to flash shot mode.
Shooting against the light :
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It is best to take pictures with the sun in the background. Taking pictures
against the sun may make the picture come out dark. To take a picture against
the light, please use the [Backlight] in scene shooting mode (see page
46), fill-in flash (see page 32 ~ 33), spot metering (see page 36), exposure
compensation (see page 43) or ACB (see page 44) function.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
●
Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
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In some of the following conditions the Auto focus area system may not
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perform as expected.
- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.
- If the subject is highly reflective or shiny.
- If the subject is moving at high speed.
- When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is very bright.
- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very
narrow (such as a stick or flagpole).
- When the surroundings are dark.
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Using the camera buttons to set the camera
The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.
POWER button
Used for turning the camera’s power on / off.
If there is no operation during the specified
time, the camera’s power will be turned off
automatically to save battery life.
Refer to page 74 for more information about
the auto power off function.
OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) button
Minimize camera-shake during shooting by
pressing the OIS button in Shooting Mode.
SHUTTER button
Used for taking an image or recording voice in the RECORDING mode.
● In MOVIE CLIP mode :
Pressing the shutter button down fully starts the
process for recording a movie clip.
Press the shutter button once and the movie
clip is recorded for as long as the available
recording time in the memory allows. If you wish
to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
In STILL IMAGE mode :
●
Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and checks
the condition of the flash. Pressing the shutter button down fully takes and
stores the image. If you select voice memo recording, the recording will start
after the camera has finished storing the image data.
When the Shutter button is pressed halfway down, the shutter speed and
aperture will appear in the LCD and camera-shake correction will be activated.
[Before using OIS] [After using OIS]
OIS may not function properly in the following circumstances:
- To take pictures of a moving subject
- To take pictures with higher digital zoom values
- When camera shake is beyond the camera-shake correction range
- The slower the shutter speed, the lower the camera-shake correction
performance.
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Using the camera buttons to set the camera
● If you operate OIS function using a tripod, the image can be blurred
by the vibration of the sensor of the OIS. Turn off the OIS function
when you use a tripod.
If the camera is receives an impact the LCD monitor can be affected.
●
To make the camera function properly again, turn it on and off.
Operate the OIS function when the battery is efficiently charged
●
( , ).
● If the low battery level ( ) is showing, OIS can still be set but will
not work.
● The OIS feature is not recommended in Macro mode.
● If the OIS function is set when recording video, the sound of the OIS
working may be recorded.
ZOOM W / T button
If the menu is not displayed, this button works
as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM
button.
This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 5X
digital zoom function.
Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 15X.
■ TELE Zoom
Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button will zoom into the subject
i.e. the subject will appear nearer.
Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom is selected,
pressing the ZOOM T button activates the digital zoom
software. Releasing ZOOM T button stops the digital
zooming at the required setting. Once the maximum
digital zoom (5X) is achieved, pressing the ZOOM T
button will have no effect.
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Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
[WIDE zoom] [TELE zoom] [Digital zoom 5X]
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
Using the camera buttons to set the camera
ZOOM W / T button
■ WIDE Zoom
Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will zoom out
[TELE zoom] [Optical zoom 2X] [WIDE zoom]
Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation, pressing the
Optical zoom
Digital zoom
from the subject i.e. the subject will appear farther
away. Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will
set the camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e. the
subject appears at its farthest from the camera.
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
ZOOM W button will reduce the digital zooming
in steps. Releasing ZOOM W button stops digital
zooming. Pressing the ZOOM W button will reduce
the digital zoom and then it will continue to reduce
the optical zoom until the minimum setting is
reached.
● Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the
camera to process. Allow time for this to take place.
You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital
●
zoom.
To view a clearer digital zoom image, press the shutter button halfway
●
at the maximum optical zoom position and press the zoom T button
again.
The digital zoom can’t be activated in the [DUAL IS], [MOVIE], [HIGH
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SPEED], [M.CAPTURE], [NIGHT], [CHILDREN], [CLOSE UP],
[TEXT], [FIREWORKS], [SELF SHOT], [FOOD], [CAFÉ] modes.
Take care not to touch the lens to avoid taking an unclear image and
●
possibly causing camera malfunction. If the image is dim, turn the
camera power off and on again to modify the lens position.
Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera
●
malfunction.
When the camera is turned on, take care not to touch the camera’s
●
moving lens parts as this may cause the resulting image to be dim
and unclear.
You can operate the Wide and Tele zoom by using the remote control.
●
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
[Digital zoom 5X] [TELE zoom] [WIDE zoom]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
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