Samsung EC-PL80ZZBPSCA User Manual
Instructions
Getting to Know your camera
Use this camera in the following order.
Setting up the application
software
Take a picture
Insert the USB cable
Check the camera's power
Check [Removable Disk]
To use this camera with a PC,
install the application software
fi rst. After this has been done, the
stored images in the camera can be
moved to the PC and can be edited
by an image editing program.
Take a picture. (p.20)
Insert the supplied USB cable
into the PC’s USB port and the
camera’s USB connection
terminal. (p.94)
Check the camera’s power. If the
power is turned off, preset the
camera button to turn it on.
Open Windows’s EXPLORER
and search for [Removable Disk].
(p.95)
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual
thoroughly.
If 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 center.
Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when
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
damage 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 holds 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.
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For Open Source License information, refer to the “OpenSourceInfo.pdf”
in the provided CD-ROM.
1
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 fi re, 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
center.
Please do not use this product in close proximity to fl ammable 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 center. Do not continue to use the camera as this may
cause a fi re or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or infl ammable foreign objects into
the camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and
battery chamber. This may cause a fi re or electric shock.
Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a
risk of electric shock.
2
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Do not use the fl ash in close proximity to people or animals.
Positioning the fl ash 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, allow
the camera to 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 extremes in temperature. Exposure to extreme
temperatures may adversely affect the camera’s internal
components and could cause a fi re.
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 fi re. Always
use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
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 fi re or injury.
- Use battery with the correct specifi cation for the camera.
- Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fi re.
- 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 fi re the fl ash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do
not touch the fl ash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using
the AC adapter. 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 fi re 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 fl ash when you capture an image.
When using this camera in low temperatures, you may experience
the following. These are not camera malfunctions and usually
recover at normal temperature.
- It takes longer to turn on the LCD monitor and the color may
differ from the subject.
- When changing the composition, there may be an after image on
the LCD monitor.
Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving
magnetic strip cards near the case.
Never connect the 20 pin connector to the USB port of a PC. This
carries a high risk of computer malfunction.
READY
RECORDING
007 System chart
007 Package Contents
007 Sold Separately
008 Identifi cation of features
008 Front & Top
009 Back
010 Bottom
010 5 Function button
011 Self-timer lamp
011 Camera Status Lamp
011 Mode icon
012 Connecting to a Power Source
015 Inserting the memory card
Instructions on how to use the memory card
016
018 LCD monitor indicator
019 How to use the menu
020 Starting the recording mode
020 Selecting modes
020 How to use the Smart Auto mode
022 How to use the Program mode
022 How to use the DUAL IS (Dual Image
Stabilization) mode
023 How to use the Scene modes
025 How to use the Movie clip mode
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Contents
Recording the movie clip without sound
025
026 Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
026 Things to Watch Out for When Taking
Pictures
027
Using the camera buttons to set the camera
027 POWER button
028 SHUTTER button
028 Smart button
029 Zoom W/T Lever
030 Info (DISP) / Up button
031 Macro / Down button
032 Focus lock
033 Flash / Left button
035 Self-timer / Right button
037 MENU button
037 OK button
037 Shooting
038 How to Enable Functions Using the
MENU Button
039 Photo Size / Movie Size
039 Quality / Frame rate
040 Exposure compensation
040 ISO
041 White balance
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SMART MODE
SETUP
042 Face Detection
044 Face Tone
044 Face Retouch
044 Auto Focus type
045 Metering
045 ACB
046 Drive mode
046 Photo Style Selector
047 Image Adjust
048 OIS (Optical image Stabilization)
049 Voice Memo
049 Voice Recording
Recording the movie clip without voice
050
050
Setting movie recording
051 Smart mode
051 Smart mode display
052 Starting Smart mode
052 Selecting modes
053 How to use Smart Auto mode
053 How to use Smart Movie Clip mode
054 Sound menu
054 Sound
054 Volume
Contents
054 Start up sound
054 Shutter sound
054 Beep sound
055 AF sound
055 Setup menu
055 Display
055 Language
055 Function Description
056 Start up image
056 Display Brightness
056 Quick view
056 Display Save
057 Settings
057 Formatting a memory
057 Initialization
058 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
058 Time Zone
058 File name
059 Imprinting the recording date
059 Auto power off
060 Auto Focus lamp
060 Selecting Video out type
061 Setting the USB
062 Starting play mode
PLAY
062 Playing back a still image
062 Playing back a movie clip
063 Movie clip capture function
063 Playing back a recorded voice
064 Playing back a voice memo
064 LCD monitor Indicator
Using the camera buttons to set the camera
065
065 Play mode button
065 Thumbnail / Enlargement Lever
065 Smart Album
068 Info (DISP) / Up button
068 Play & Pause / OK button
069 Left / Right / Down / MENU button
069 Delete button
070 Setting up the play back function using
the LCD monitor
072 Edit
072 Resize
073 Rotating an image
073 Photo Style Selector
074 Image Adjust
076 Starting the Multi Slide Show
076 Start the Multi Slide Show
076 Selecting Images
077 Setting play interval
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Contents
077 Setting Background Music
077 Confi gure Multi Slide Show effects
078 File Options
078 Deleting images
078 Protecting images
079 Voice memo
080 DPOF
082 Copy to Card
PICTBRIDGE
APPENDIX
SOFTWARE
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083 PictBridge
084 PictBridge : Picture Selection
084 PictBridge : Print Setting
085 PictBridge : Reset
085 Important notes
087 Warning indicator
088 Before contacting a service center
090 Specifi cations
093 Transferring fi les to your computer
(for Windows)
093 For Windows users
Transferring fi les to your computer (for Mac)
097
097 For Mac users
099 FAQ
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 center. Parts and accessories illustrated below may differ
from exact appearance.
Package Contents
Camera Rechargeable battery AC adapter / USB cable Camera strap
Quick Start Manual
Sold Separately
SD/SDHC memory card
(see p.17)
Camera case AV cable Battery charger
Software CD
(User manual included)
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Identifi cation of features
Front & Top
Zoom T Lever (Digital zoom)
USB / AV / DC terminal
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Zoom W Lever (Thumbnail)
Shutter button
Flash
Microphone
POWER button
Smart button
Self-timer lamp /
AF Lamp
Speaker
Lens / Lens cover
Identifi cation of features
Back
LCD monitor
MENU button
5 function button
Camera status lamp
Play mode button
MODE button
Strap eyelet
Fn/Delete button
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Identifi cation of features
Bottom
Memory card slot
Battery
holder
Battery chamber cover
Tripod socket
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To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown
above.
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Battery chamber
5 Function button
Flash /
Left button
Information / Up button
OK / Play & Pause
button
Self-timer /
Right button
Macro / Down button
Identifi cation of features
Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
- For the fi rst 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
intervals.
- For the fi nal 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25-second intervals.
For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25-second intervals.
A picture will be taken after about 10 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.
Camera Status Lamp
Status Description
Power on
After taking a picture
When fl ash battery is charging
When the USB cable is
inserted to a PC
Transmitting Data with a PC
When the USB cable is
inserted into 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 data and
turns off when the camera is ready to take a picture
The lamp blinks
The lamp lights up
(LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)
The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)
The lamp blinks
The lamp blinks
The lamp turns on
(The camera focus on the subject)
The lamp blinks
(The camera doesn’t focus on the subject)
Mode icon
Refer to page 20/52 for more information about the camera mode
setting.
MODE Smart Auto Program DUAL IS
ICON
MODE Scene Movie Smart Movie
ICON
MODE
ICON
MODE Portrait Children Landscape
ICON
MODE Close Up Text Sunset
ICON
MODE Dawn Backlight Fireworks
ICON
MODE Beach & Snow - -
ICON
Beauty Shot Frame Guide Night
SCENE
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Connecting to a Power Source
You should use the rechargeable battery BP70A supplied with the
camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.
BP70A rechargeable battery Specifi cation
Model BP70A
Type Lithium lon
Capacity 740mAh
Voltage 3.7V
C
harging time
Number of images and battery life: Using the BP70A
Battery life /
Number of images
Still image
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These fi gures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions
Approx. 100 MIN /
Approx. 200 shots
Movie Approx. 80 MIN
Approximately 150 Minutes
Conditions
Using the fully charged battery,
Default settings, Program mode,
Shot to shot interval: 30Sec.
Changing the zoom position between
the Wide and the Tele after every shot.
Using the fl ash on every second shot.
Using the camera for 5 minutes and
then powering it off for 1 minute.
Using the fully charged battery
640x480 image size
30 fps frame rate
and shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user’s
methods.
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Important information about battery usage.
When camera is not in use, turn off the 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.
Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.
During extended use of the camera, the camera body may
become warm. This is perfectly normal.
If you connect the AC adapter to the USB cable, you can use it
as an AC cable and recharge the spare battery with it.
- Using an AC cable
: Connect the AC adapter to the
USB cable. It can be used as a
power cable.
- Using a USB cable
: Remove the AC adapter.You can
download stored images to your
PC (p.94) or supply the power
to your camera through the USB
cable.
Connecting to a Power Source
Important information about USB cable usage.
Use a USB cable with the correct specifi cation.
If the camera is connected to the PC through a USB hub :
connect the camera directly to the PC.
If the camera and other devices are connected to the PC at
the same time : remove other device.
Camera can not be detected using the front side USB port
of computer. In this case, use the back side USB port of
computer.
If the USB port of the PC doesn’t meet the Power output
standard (5V, 500mA), the battery may not be charged.
How to charge the rechargeable battery
Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions
and do not insert by force. It may cause breakage of 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 won’t be fully charged. Turn the camera off while
charging the battery.
Charging LED of the AC charger
Charging LED
Being Charged Red LED is on
Charging is complete Green LED is on
Charging error Orange colored LED is off or blinking
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 10 minutes before using the camera.
Do not use the fl ash frequently or take a movie clip with the fully
discharged battery charged for a short time. Even if the charger
is inserted, the camera power may be turned off because the
rechargeable battery is discharged again.
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Connecting to a Power Source
When using the battery, please keep the following guidelines.
Failure to do so may cause the generation of heat, fire, or
explosion.
Ɣ If you fi nd the battery shape distorted in size, try to contact a
service center. It may present physical dangers.
Ɣ Use only the recommended battery charger.
Ɣ Do not place the product close to the fi re device.
Ɣ Do not insert the product into the microwave oven.
Ɣ Do not place the product inside a car during the summer.
Ɣ Do not place the product in a space with hot temperature and
high humidity range.
Ɣ Do not use the product for long time in the carpet, comforter, or
electronic mattress.
Ɣ Do not leave the product turned on where the air cannot be circu-
lated.
Ɣ Be careful about the battery slot not to be connected with
accessories like necklace, coin, key, watch, and so on.
Ɣ Use the 2nd Advanced Lithium Batteries with the guarantee
under the manufacturing company.
Ɣ Do not try to disassemble or perforate the product by using the
sharp pin.
Ɣ Do not give a hard pressure on the product.
Ɣ Do not let the product fall down from the height, or do not give a
shock to the product.
Ɣ Do not exposure the product to the high temperature over 60°C
(140°F) degree.
Ɣ Do not exposure the product to the water or humidity.
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Guidelines of disposal
Ɣ Do not throw away the over used battery.
Ɣ Destruction by fi re is not allowed for disposal of battery.
Ɣ The disposal instruction may differ depending on the nation or
the specifi c region. Please follow the given method of disposal.
Guideline of recharging the battery
Ɣ Do not recharge the battery by using the different method other
than the user manual indicates. Failure to following the right
instruction may cause the fi re or the explosion.
Connecting to a Power Source 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 (+ / -) direction is right.
- When the battery chamber
cover is opened, do not force
the battery chamber cover,
this may damage it.
There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on
the LCD monitor.
Battery
indicator
Battery
The battery is
status
fully charged
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When using the camera and the battery in a place that is excessively
cold or hot, the battery status on the LCD may be different from the
actual battery status.
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 label of the
memory card facing toward the
front of the camera (Lens) and
the card pins toward the back of
the camera (LCD monitor).
- Do not insert the memory card
the wrong way round. Doing so
may damage the memory card
slot.
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Instructions on how to use the memory card
Be sure to format the memory card (see p.57) if you are using
a newly purchased memory card for the fi rst time, if it contains
data that the camera cannot recognize, 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 the
memory card’s 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 the memory card to any heavy impact.
Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong
electronic or magnetic fi elds, e.g. near loud speakers 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.
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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. fl oppy disks, hard disks, CD etc.
If there is insuffi cient memory available :
A [Memory Full] message will appear and the camera will not
operate. To optimize 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.
Instructions on how to use the memory card
The camera can use SD/SDHC Memory Cards.
Card pins
Write protect switch
Label
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
The SD/SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that
prevents image fi les from being deleted or formatted. By sliding
the switch to the bottom of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data
will be protected. By sliding the switch to 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.
When using a 1GB SD memory, the specifi ed shooting capacity will be
as follows. These fi gures are approximate as image capacities can be
affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type.
Recorded
image size
Still
image
*Movie
clip
The Zoom W/T lever doesn’t function during the movie recording.
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total
recording time.
Super
Fine
About 168 About 238 About 362 - -
About 195 About 267 About 407 - -
About 229 About 305 About 477 - -
About 244 About 326 About 514 - -
About 362 About 489 About 699 - -
About 543 About 674 About 752 - -
About 978
Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS
About 1086 About 1222
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About
00:13'36"
About
00:32'58"
About
00:26'50"
About
01:05'16"
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LCD monitor indicator
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions
and selections.
[Image & Full Status]
No. Description Icons Page
1 Recording mode
2
3
4
Voice Memo
Number of available shots
remaining
Remaining time 00:00:00 p.17
Memory card icon /
Internal memory icon
18
00001 p.17
p.20
p.49
-
No. Description Icons Page
5 Battery
6
Photo Size / Movie Size
7
Image Quality / Frame Rate
8 Metering
9 Flash
10 Self-timer
11 Macro
12 Face Detection
13 Date / Time 2010/01/01 01:00 PM p.58
Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
14
Digital Zoom rate
15 Camera shake Warning p.26
16
Auto Focus Frame
17 OIS
18 Drive mode
Photo Style Selector /
19
Image Adjust / Voice
20 ISO p.40
21
White Balance
Exposure compensation
22
Aperture Value / Shutter Speed
23
F3.4, 1/30 p.24
p.15
p.39
p.39
p.45
p.33
p.35
p.31
p.42
p.29
p.44
p.48
p.46
p.46/47
/50
p.41
p.40
How to use the menu
1.
Turn on the camera and press the MENU button. A menu for each camera mode appears.
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
2. Use the up or down button to navigate through the menus.
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Face Detection
Focus Area
3. Use the left or right button to select a sub menu.
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Volum e
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Press the
Left or Right
button.
Press the
Up or Down
button.
Volume :Medium
Start Sound :Off
Shutter Sound :1
Beep Sound :1
AF Sound :On
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Face Detection
Focus Area
Volume
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Press the
Left or Right
button.
Volume :Medium
Start Sound :Off
Shutter Sound :1
Beep Sound :1
AF Sound :On
Off
Low
Medium
High
Exit Change
Exit Back
4. Select a submenu and click the OK button to save settings and return to the previous window.
Back Set
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Starting the recording mode
Selecting modes
You can select the shooting modes by
using the MODE button on the back of your
camera.
How to use the MODE button
1. Press the MODE button and a menu
will be displayed.
2. Select a desired mode by pressing the
Up / Down button and then press the
OK button.
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Smart Auto
Program
DUAL IS
Scene
Movie
This mode recognizes the scene automatically.
How to use Smart Auto mode ( )
Selecting the automatic mode will confi gure the camera with
optimal settings. You can still manually confi gure all functions
except the aperture value and shutter speed.
1. Insert the battery (p.15). Insert the
battery taking note of the polarity
(+ / -).
Insert the memory card (p.15).
2.
As this camera has a 86MB internal
memory, you do not need to insert the
memory card. If the memory card is
not inserted, an image will be stored on 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.
5.
Select Smart Auto mode by pressing the MODE or Smart button.
6. The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate
mode icon will appear at the top left of the screen.
7. Press the Shutter button to capture an image.
If the auto focus frame 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 fl ash when you capture an image.
Starting the recording mode
If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, the
default settings will be used.
Even if there is a face detected, 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
shooting environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and
distance to the subject.
The [Night] mode recognizes scenes only when the fl ash is set
to off. The camera operates the [Tripod] mode after checking
the shooting condition on the tripod for a certain time.
Despite using a tripod, the camera may not select a tripod
mode depending on the subject’s movement.
Each scene is recognized in the following conditions;
[Landscape] (
[White] ( ) : When shooting a white background
[Nights] ( ) : When shooting the nighttime scenes
[Night Portrait] (
[Backlight] (
[Backlight Portrait] (
[Portrait] ( ) : When shooting a portrait
) : When shooting outdoor scenes
) : When shooting people in a dark outdoor
place
) : When shooting a backlit scenery without
a portrait
) : When shooting a backlit portrait
[Macro] ( ) : When shooting close-ups
[Macro Text] (
[Tripod] ( ) :
[Action] ( ) : When shooting a subject making
[Sunset Sky] ( ) : When shooting sunset
[Blue Sky] (
[Natural Green] ( ) : When shooting nature such as forest
[Macro Color] (
[Macro Portrait] (
) : When shooting texts in a close focus
When shooting a subject that doesn’t
move for a certain time after the camera is
mounted on the tripod (available only when
the camera recognizes it as nighttime)
frequent movements
) : When shooting blue sky
and leaves
) : When shooting close-up shot for the
subject with various colors
) : When shooting close-up portrait shot
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the Program mode ( )
Selecting the automatic mode will confi gure the camera with
optimal settings. You can still manually confi gure all functions
except the aperture value and shutter speed.
1. Select the Program mode by using the
MODE button. (p.20)
2. Press the Menu button to confi gure
advanced functions.
See p.37 for further details.
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How to use the DUAL IS (Dual Image Stabilization) mode ( )
This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get
a well-exposed image in dim conditions.
1. Select the DUAL IS mode by using the
MODE button. (p.20)
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
1. The digital zoom will not operate in the DUAL IS mode.
2. If the lighting conditions are brighter than fl uorescent lighting
conditions, the DUAL IS will not activate.
3. If the lighting condition is darker than in fl uorescent lighting
conditions, camera shake warning indicator ( Ã ) will display.
For best results only take pictures in situations where the
camera shake warning indicator ( Ã ) is not displayed.
4. If the subject is moving, the captured image may be blurred.
5. As the DUAL IS uses the camera’s digital signal processor, it
may take a little longer for the camera to process and save the
images.
Starting the recording mode
How to use the Scene modes ( )
Use the menu to easily confi gure optimal settings for a variety of
shooting situations.
1. Select the Scene mode by using the
MODE button. (p.20)
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.
The scene modes are listed below.
[Beauty Shot] (
[Frame Guide] (
[Night] (
[Portrait] (
[Children] (
[Landscape] (
[Close Up] (
[Text] (
[Sunset] (
[Dawn] (
[Backlight] (
[Firework] (
[Beach&Snow] (
) : Take a photo of a person with options to
hide facial imperfections
) : Use this mode when you want someone
else to take a picture for you from the
angle you choose.
) : Use this for shooting still images at
night or in other dark conditions.
) : To take a picture of a person.
) : To take a picture of fast moving
objects, for example, children.
) : To take pictures of distant scenery.
) : Close-up shooting for small objects
such as plants and insects.
) : Use this mode to shoot a document.
) : For taking pictures of sunsets.
) : Daybreak scenes.
) : Portrait without shadows caused by
backlight.
) : Firework scenes.
) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape
scenes.
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Starting the recording mode
Ŷ How to use the [Frame Guide] mode
Set [Frame Guide] mode when you want someone else to take a
picture for you from the angle you choose.
1. Take a picture from the angle you
choose.
- A guide appears round the sides of
the picture.
Guide
Cancel Frame: OK
2. Then another person can take the
picture by aligning the edge of the
picture to be taken with the guide
framing the sides of the window.
Cancel Frame: OK
Cancel Frame: OK
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Ŷ How to use the [Long Time Shutter] mode
This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture
values to the shooting environment. However, in Night scene
mode, you can set the shutter speed and aperture values to your
preference.
Changing the Shutter speed and Aperture value
1. Select the [Night] mode. (p.20)
2. Press the Fn button and Long Time
shutter menu will be displayed.
Long Time Shutter
AUTO
AUTO
3. Configure the Long Time shutter
value with the 5 function button.
4. Press the Fn button again. The value
you set will be saved and the mode
Exit Move
will switch to Night scene mode.
Starting the recording mode
How to use the Movie clip 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 using the
MODE button. (The Movie clip mode
icon and 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.
3.
Press the shutter button once 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.
Ä
Movie clip size and type are listed below.
- Movie clip size :
- Movie clip fi le type : AVI (MJPEG)
- Frame Rate : 30 FPS, 15 FPS (Selectable)
- The frame rate can be selected when the following image size
is selected.
640x480, 320x240: 30 FPS, 15 FPS selectable
- Recording a movie clip will stop automatically if the recording
time exceeds the maximum recording time.
640x480, 320x240 (Selectable)
Recording the movie clip without sound
You can record the movie clip without sound.
Steps from 1 -3 are the same as those for
MOVIE mode.
4. Press the Menu button.
5. Press the Up / Down button to select
the [Movie] menu and press the Right
button.
6. Select the [Voice] menu by pressing the Up / Down button and
press the OK button.
7. Select the [Off] menu by pressing the Left / Right button.
8. Press the OK button. You can record a movie without sound.
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See p.50 for further details.
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Starting the recording mode
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 favorite scenes into a movie clip without having to
create multiple movie clips.
Using Successive Recording
Steps from 1-2 are the same as those
for MOVIE CLIP mode.
3. Press the shutter button and movie
clips are recorded for as long as the
available recording time. Movie clips
will still be recorded if the shutter
button is released.
4. Press the OK button to pause recording.
5. Press the OK button again to resume the recording.
6. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
Stop Pause
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
Pressing the shutter button down half way.
Lightly press the shutter button to confi rm focus and fl ash battery
charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.
The available memory capacity may vary depending on shooting
conditions and camera settings.
When the Flash Off, Slow synchro mode or DUAL IS mode is
selected in a low lighting condition, the camera shake warning
indicator ( Ã ) may appear on the LCD monitor. In this case, use
a tripod, support the camera on a solid surface or change to fl ash
shot mode.
Shooting against the light
Avoid obstructing the lens or the fl ash when you capture an image.
Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
[Lightly press the shutter button]
: Please do not take pictures against the
sun. Doing so may make the picture dark.
To take a picture against the light, please
use the [Backlight] in scene shooting mode
(see page 23), fi ll-in fl ash (see page 34),
spot metering (see page 45), exposure
compensation (see page 40) or ACB (see
page 45) function.
[Press the shutter button]
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Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform
as expected.
- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.
- If the subject is highly refl ective or shiny.
- If the subject is moving at high speed.
- When there is strong refl ected 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 fl agpole).
- When the surroundings are dark.
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 specifi ed time, the camera's power
will be turned off automatically to save
battery life. Refer to page 59 for more
information about the auto power off
function.
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SHUTTER button
Smart 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 fl ash. 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
fi nished storing the image data.
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You can use the Smart button at the top
of your camera to select the correct smart
mode.
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See p.51 for further details.
Zoom W/T Lever
When the menu window is not displayed,
this lever is used to control the optical or
digital zoom.
This camera has a 5X optical zoom and
a 5X digital zoom function. Using both
will offer a total zoom ratio of 25X.
TELE Zoom
Optical zoom TELE : Move the Zoom W/T lever to the right to
see the subject closer.
Digital zoom TELE : Move the Zoom W/T lever to the right once
again in optical 5x zoom mode to enable
digital zoom (software tele). Stop moving
the Zoom W/T lever to stop the operation of
digital zoom (tele). In digital 5x zoom mode,
digital zoom is disabled even if you operate
the Zoom W/T lever.
[WIDE zoom]
[TELE zoom] [Digital zoom 5.0X]
WIDE Zoom
Optical zoom WIDE : Move the Zoom W/T lever to the left in
optical zoom mode to see subjects in the
distance. Continue to move the Zoom W/T
lever to the left to disable optical zoom.
[TELE zoom] [Optical zoom 2X] [WIDE zoom]
Digital zoom WIDE : Move the Zoom W/T lever to the left
Optical zoom
in digital zoom mode to enable digital
zoom (software wide). Stop moving the
Zoom W/T lever to stop the operation of
Digital zoom
digital zoom. Continue to move the Zoom
W/T lever to the left when digital zoom is
disabled to disable optical zoom (optical
tele).
[Digital zoom 5.0X] [TELE zoom] [WIDE zoom]
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