Samsung ECWB2100BPBUS, EC-WB2100BPRUS User Manual

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WB2100
USER MANUAL
This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
Basic troubleshooting Quick reference Contents
Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options
Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes
Index

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 ammable or explosive gases and liquids.
This may cause a fire or explosion.
Do not insert ammable 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 ash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. If you use the ash 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 overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a re.
Do not handle the power supply cord or go near the charger during a thunderstorm.
This may result in electric shock.
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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Health and safety information
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.
Inauthentic, damaged, or heated batteries may cause a re or personal injury.
Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables and accessories.
Using unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury.
Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories.
Use the battery only for its intended purpose.
Misusing the battery may cause a re or electric shock.
Do not touch the ash while it res.
The ash is very hot when red and may burn your skin.
When you use the AC charger, turn o the camera before you disconnect the power to the AC charger.
Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.
Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use.
Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.
Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when you charge batteries.
This may cause a re or electric shock.
Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/- terminals on the battery.
This may cause a re or electric shock.
Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts.
Doing so may damage the screen or external or internal components.
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Health and safety information
Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards.
If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories.
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 re.
Do not place the camera in or near magnetic elds.
Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction.
Do not use the camera if the screen is damaged.
If the glass or acrylic parts are broken, visit a Samsung Electronics Service Center to have the camera repaired.
Check that the camera is operating properly before use.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of les or damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.
You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera.
If the cable is reversed, it may damage your les. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.
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Outline of the User Manual
Copyright information
Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
Mac and Apple App Store are registered trademarks of the Apple Corporation.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Denition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners.
Camera specications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions.
Use this camera responsibly and adhere to all laws and regulations concerning its use.
You are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual without prior permission.
Basic functions 13
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
Extended functions 39
Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode.
Shooting options 55
Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode.
Playback/Editing 80
Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer or TV.
Settings 104
Refer to options to congure your camera’s settings.
Appendixes 110
Get information about error messages, specications, and maintenance.
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Indicators used in this manual
3
Press [F/t] to adjust the exposure.
The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases.
Cancel Set
EV : +1
Adjusting brightness and color
Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality.
Shooting mode Indicator
Smart Auto
Program
Manual
Scene
Panorama
Magic Plus
Settings
Movie
Shooting mode icons
These icons appear in the text when a function is available in a mode. See the
Neutral (0)
Available in Program and Movie modes
Brighter (+)
example below. Note: The or mode may not support functions for all scenes or modes.
For example:
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.
Darker (-)
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 Face Detection Normal (represents Select Face
Detection, and then select Normal).
* Annotation
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Expressions used in this manual
Pressing the shutter
Half-press [Shutter]: Press the shutter halfway down
Press [Shutter]: Press the shutter all the way down
Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]
Subject, background, and composition
Subject: The main object in 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
Subject
Composition
Exposure (Brightness)
The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure by changing the shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity. By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker or lighter.
Normal exposure
Overexposure (too bright)
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Basic troubleshooting

Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options.
The subject’s eyes appear red.
Photos have dust spots. If dust particles are present in the air, you may capture them in photos when you use the ash.
Photos are blurred. Blurring can occur if you capture photos in low light conditions or hold the camera incorrectly.
Photos are blurred when shooting at night.
Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting.
Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reect light from the camera ash.
Set the ash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 59)
If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 94)
Turn o the ash or avoid capturing photos in a dusty place.
Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 62)
Use the OIS function or half-press [Shutter] to ensure the subject is in focus. (p. 37)
As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it dicult to hold the camera steady long enough to capture a clear photo and may result in camera shake.
Select Night in mode. (p. 44)
Turn on the ash. (p. 60)
Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 62)
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 light and dark areas, the subject may appear too dark.
Avoid shooting toward the sun.
Select Backlight in mode. (p. 44)
Set the ash option to Fill in. (p. 60)
Adjust the exposure. (p. 70)
Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 71)
Set the metering option to Spot if a subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 72)
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Quick reference

Capturing photos of people
Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)
59
Face Detection  67
Capturing photos at night or in the dark
mode > Night, Sunset, Dawn  44
Flash options  60
ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light)  62
Capturing action photos
Continuous  75
Precapture  76
Capturing photos of text, insects, or owers
mode > Close up, Text  44
Macro  63
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
mode > HDR  47
ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light)  62
EV (to adjust exposure)  70
ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright backgrounds)
Metering  72
AE Bracket (to capture 3 photos with dierent exposures)
WB Bracket (to capture 3 photos with dierent white balance)
mode > Landscape  44
mode  45
mode > Split Shot  48
mode > Photo Filter  49
Image Adjust (to adjust Sharpness, Contrast, or Saturation)
71
76
76
Capturing photos of scenery
Applying eects to photos
78
Applying eects to videos
mode > Movie Filter  50
Reducing camera shake
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)  36
Viewing les as thumbnails  82
Viewing les by category  83
Deleting all les on the memory  86
Viewing les as a slide show  88
Viewing les on a TV or HDTV  95
Connecting your camera to a computer  97
Adjusting sound and volume  106
Adjusting the brightness of the display  107
Changing the display language  108
Setting the date and time  108
Before contacting a service center  122
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Contents

Basic functions
................................................................................................................. 13
Unpacking ................................................................................................................... 14
Camera layout ............................................................................................................ 15
Using the screen ..................................................................................................... 18
Attaching a strap .................................................................................................... 19
Attaching a lens cap ............................................................................................... 19
Inserting the battery and memory card .......................................................... 20
Charging the battery and turning on your camera ..................................... 21
Charging the battery ............................................................................................. 21
Turning on your camera ........................................................................................ 21
Performing the initial setup ................................................................................. 22
Learning icons ........................................................................................................... 24
Using the Mode screen ........................................................................................... 26
Selecting a Mode Screen ....................................................................................... 26
Icons on the Mode screen ..................................................................................... 27
Selecting options or menus .................................................................................. 28
Using [MENU] .......................................................................................................... 28
Using [Fn] ................................................................................................................. 30
Setting the display and sound ............................................................................. 31
Setting the display type ........................................................................................ 31
Setting the sound ................................................................................................... 32
Capturing photos ..................................................................................................... 33
Zooming .................................................................................................................. 34
Reducing camera shake (OIS) ............................................................................... 36
Tips for getting a clearer photo ........................................................................... 37
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Contents
Extended functions
....................................................................................................... 39
Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................................................. 40
Using the Program mode ...................................................................................... 42
Using the Manual mode ......................................................................................... 43
Using the Scene mode ............................................................................................ 44
Using the Panorama mode ................................................................................... 45
Using the Magic Plus mode ................................................................................. 47
Using the Low Light Shot mode ......................................................................... 47
Using the HDR mode ............................................................................................ 47
Using the Split Shot mode .................................................................................... 48
Using the Photo Filter mode ................................................................................ 49
Using the Movie Filter mode ................................................................................ 50
Using the Movie mode ........................................................................................... 51
Recording high-speed videos .............................................................................. 53
Using the Smart Scene Detection mode ............................................................ 54
Shooting options
............................................................................................................ 55
Selecting a resolution and quality ..................................................................... 56
Selecting a resolution ............................................................................................ 56
Selecting an image quality ................................................................................... 57
Using the timer .......................................................................................................... 58
Shooting in the dark ................................................................................................ 59
Preventing red-eye ................................................................................................. 59
How to use the ash .............................................................................................. 59
Using the ash ........................................................................................................ 60
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ................................................................................. 62
Changing the camera’s focus .............................................................................. 63
Using macro ............................................................................................................ 63
Changing the focus option ................................................................................... 63
Adjusting the focus area ....................................................................................... 64
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Contents
Using Face Detection .............................................................................................. 67
Detecting faces ....................................................................................................... 67
Capturing a self portrait shot ............................................................................... 67
Capturing a smile shot ........................................................................................... 68
Detecting eye blinking .......................................................................................... 68
Tips for detecting faces ......................................................................................... 69
Adjusting brightness and color ........................................................................... 70
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ............................................................... 70
Locking the exposure value (AEL) ....................................................................... 71
Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ................................................................ 71
Changing the metering option ............................................................................ 72
Selecting a White Balance setting ....................................................................... 72
Using burst modes (Continuous/Precapture/Bracket) ............................... 75
Capturing continuous photos .............................................................................. 75
Capturing photos in the Precapture mode ........................................................ 76
Capturing bracketed photos ................................................................................ 76
Adjusting images ..................................................................................................... 78
Reducing the sound of the zoom ....................................................................... 79
Playback/Editing
............................................................................................................. 80
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ................................................. 81
Starting Playback mode ........................................................................................ 81
Viewing photos ....................................................................................................... 86
Playing a video ........................................................................................................ 89
Editing a photo .......................................................................................................... 91
Resizing photos ...................................................................................................... 91
Rotating a photo .................................................................................................... 91
Applying Smart Filter eects ................................................................................ 92
Adjusting your photos ........................................................................................... 93
Viewing les on a TV or HDTV ............................................................................. 95
Transferring les to the computer ..................................................................... 97
Transferring les to your Windows OS computer ............................................. 97
Transferring les to your Mac OS computer ...................................................... 98
Using programs on the computer ...................................................................... 99
Installing i-Launcher .............................................................................................. 99
Using i-Launcher .................................................................................................. 100
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Contents
Settings
............................................................................................................................. 104
Settings menu ......................................................................................................... 105
Accessing the settings menu ............................................................................. 105
Sounds ................................................................................................................... 106
Display .................................................................................................................... 106
Connectivity .......................................................................................................... 107
General ................................................................................................................... 108
Appendixes
..................................................................................................................... 110
Error messages ........................................................................................................ 111
Camera maintenance ............................................................................................ 112
Cleaning your camera .......................................................................................... 112
Using or storing the camera ............................................................................... 113
About memory cards ........................................................................................... 115
About the battery ................................................................................................. 118
Before contacting a service center ................................................................... 122
Camera specications ........................................................................................... 125
Glossary ..................................................................................................................... 129
FCC notice ................................................................................................................. 134
Index ........................................................................................................................... 135
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Basic functions

Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
Unpacking
Camera layout
Using the screen Attaching a strap Attaching a lens cap
Inserting the battery and memory card
……………………………………… 14
…………………………………… 15
……………………………… 18
……………………………… 19
…………………………… 19
……… 20
Charging the battery and turning on your camera
…………………………………………… 21
Charging the battery Turning on your camera
Performing the initial setup
Learning icons
Using the Mode screen
Selecting a Mode Screen Icons on the Mode screen
…………………………… 21
……………………… 21
…………………… 22
…………………………………… 24
………………………… 26
……………………… 26
……………………… 27
Selecting options or menus
Using [MENU] Using [Fn]
…………………………………… 28
……………………………………… 30
…………………… 28
Setting the display and sound
Setting the display type Setting the sound
Capturing photos
Zooming Reducing camera shake (OIS)
……………………………………… 34
………………………… 31
……………………………… 32
……………………………… 33
Tips for getting a clearer photo
………………… 31
………………… 36
………………… 37

Unpacking

The following items are included in your product box.
Camera AC adapter/USB cable
Rechargeable battery Strap
Optional accessories
Camera case A/V cable HDMI cable
Battery charger Memory card Memory card/
Memory card adapter
Lens cap/Lens cap strap Quick Start Guide
Basic functions
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The illustrations may dier slightly from the items shipped with your product.
The items included in the box may dier depending on the model.
You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories.

Camera layout

Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions.
Mode dial (p. 17)
POWER button
Recording button
Shutter button
AF-assist light/Timer lamp
Lens
Basic functions
Flash
Speaker
Eyelet for camera strap
Flash pop-up button
Zoom button
This button works the same way as the zoom button on the next page.
HDMI port
Accepts HDMI cable
USB and A/V port
Accepts USB cable and A/V cable
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Camera layout
Microphone
Status lamp
Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer when the image is out of focus
Steady: When the camera is connecting to a computer or when the image is in focus
Display
Zoom button
In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out
In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of a photo or view les as thumbnails, or adjust the volume
Buttons (p. 17)
Tripod mount
Basic functions
Battery chamber cover
Insert a memory card and battery
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Camera layout
Mode dial
Icon
Description
Smart Auto: Capture a photo with a scene mode selected automatically by the camera.
Program: Capture a photo by setting options except the shutter speed and aperture value which the camera sets automatically.
Manual: Adjust various camera settings including shutter speed and aperture value.
Scene: Capture a photo with options preset for a specic scene.
Panorama: Capture and combine a series of photos to create
a panoramic image.
Magic Plus: Capture a photo with various eects.
Settings: Adjust settings to match your preferences.
Movie: Customize settings to record a video.
Buttons
Button Description
Lock the adjusted exposure value in Shooting mode.
Access options or menus.
Move back.
D
c F
t
Conrm the highlighted option or menu.
Enter Playback mode.
Access options in Shooting mode.
Delete les in Playback mode.
Basic functions Other functions
Change the display option. Move up
Change the macro option. Move down
Change the ash option. Move left
Change the timer and burst options.
Move right
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Camera layout

Using the screen

Pull the display outwards and rotate it up or down for high- and low-angle photos.
90°
Fold the display when not in use.
Rotate the display only within the angle allowed. Or the camera may be damaged.
40°
Low-angle shot
A low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below the eyeline, looking up the subject.
High-angle shot
A high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above the eyeline, looking down on the subject.
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Camera layout

Attaching a strap

Attach a strap to carry your camera conveniently.

Attaching a lens cap

Attach a lens cap with a lens cap strap to protect the camera lens.
Basic functions
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Inserting the battery and memory card

Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera.
Removing the battery and memory card
Slide the lock down to release the battery.
Battery lock
Rechargeable battery
Memory card
Rechargeable battery
Insert a memory card with the gold­colored contacts facing up.
Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up.
Basic functions
Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot.
Memory card
Using the memory card adapter
To use micro memory cards with this product, a PC, or a memory card reader, insert the card into an adapter.
You can use the internal memory for temporary storage if a memory card is not inserted.
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Charging the battery and turning on your camera

Charging the battery

Before you use the camera for the rst time, you must charge the battery. Plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera, and then plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.
Status lamp
Red light on: Charging
Red light o: Fully charged
Red light blinking: Error
Use only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera. If you use another AC adapter (such as SAC-48), the camera battery may not charge or work properly.

Turning on your camera

Press [X] to turn your camera on or o.
The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the rst time. (p. 22)
Turning on your camera in Playback mode
Press [P]. The camera turns on and immediately accesses Playback mode.
If you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [P] until the status lamp blinks, the camera does not emit any sounds.
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Performing the initial setup

When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to congure the camera’s basic settings. The default language is preset for the country or region where the camera is sold. You can change the language as desired by selecting Language.
Press [c] to select Time Zone, and then press [t] or [o].
1
Press [F/t] to select a time zone, and then press [o].
2
Time Zone Home
London
Cancel
Set
Press [c] to select Date/Time Set, and then press [t] or [o].
3
Date/Time Set
Year Month Day Hour Min DST
Cancel
Press [F/t] to select an item.
4
Press [
5
D/c
then press [
o
Set
] to set the date, time, and daylight-saving time, and
].
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Performing the initial setup
Press [c] to select Date Type, and then press [t] or [o].
6
Press [
7
8
D/c
Date Type
YYYY/MM/DD
MM/DD/YYYY
DD/MM/YYYY
Back Set
Press [c] to select Time Type, and then press [t] or [o].
] to select a date type, and then press [o].
Press [
9 10
D/c
Press [r] to nish the initial setup.
The screen may dier depending on the language selected.
] to select a time type, and then press [o].
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Learning icons

The camera displays icons for the mode and options you set. The icons ash yellow for a while if you change options.
1
2
3
1
Shooting options (left)
Icon Description
Shooting mode
White Balance
Image adjustment (Sharpness, Contrast, and Saturation)
Focus Area
Focus
Face Detection
2
Shooting options (right)
Icon Description
ISO sensitivity
Video resolution
Icon Description
Flash
Frame Rate (per second)
Photo resolution
Zoom Mute
Intelli zoom on
Smart Filter
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Metering
Timer
Continuous mode
Precapture mode
Bracket mode
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Learning icons
3
Shooting information
Icon Description
Aperture value
Shutter speed
Available recording time
Exposure value
Auto Exposure Lock on
Available number of photos
Memory card inserted
: Fully charged
: Partially charged
: Empty (Recharge)
Icon Description
Current date
Current time
Auto focus frame
Camera shake
Zoom indicator
Photo resolution when the Intelli zoom is on
Zoom ratio
Histogram
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Using the Mode screen

Use the mode dial to select a shooting mode or function. Rotate the mode dial to a desired mode.

Selecting a Mode Screen

In Shooting or Playback mode, rotate the mode dial to display a Mode Screen. You can select an icon on the Mode screen in Magic Plus mode.
1
Low Light
Shot
Movie
Filter
HDR
Photo Editor
Split Shot Photo
Filter
For example: When you select Low Light Shot in Magic Plus mode.
2
No. Description
Current Mode screen
1
Rotate the mode dial to go to another mode screen.
Mode icons
2
Press [
D/c/F/t
to access the mode.
] to scroll to a desired mode, and then press [o]
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Using the Mode screen

Icons on the Mode screen

Mode Icon Description
Smart Auto: Capture a photo with a scene mode selected automatically by the camera. (p. 40)
Program: Capture a photo with settings you have adjusted manually. (p. 42)
Manual: Adjust both the aperture value and the shutter speed manually. (p. 43)
Scene: Capture a photo with options preset for a specic scene. (p. 44)
Panorama: Capture and combine a series of photos to create a panoramic image. (p. 45)
Mode Icon Description
Low Light Shot: Capture multiple photos in low light conditions without a ash. The camera combines them to create a single image that is brighter and has less blurring. (p. 47)
HDR: Capture scenes with emphasis on mid-tones, by minimizing the dark and bright areas. (p. 47)
Split Shot: Capture several photos and arrange them with preset layouts. (p. 48)
Photo Filter: Capture a photo with various lter eects. (p. 49)
Movie Filter: Record a video with various lter eects. (p. 50)
Photo Editor: Edit photos with various eects. (p. 91)
Settings: Adjust settings to match your preferences. (p. 105)
Movie: Customize settings to record a video. (p. 51)
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Selecting options or menus

To select an option or a menu, press [
m
] or [s].

Using [MENU]

To select an option or a menu, press [
o
].
[
In Shooting mode, press [
1
Select an option or a menu.
2
To move up or down, press [
To move left or right, press [F] or [t].
Press [o] to conrm the highlighted option or menu.
3
m
m
D
], and then press [
].
] or [c].
D/c/F/t
] or
Going back to the previous menu
Press [r] to go back to the previous menu.
Half-press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.
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Selecting options or menus
For example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode:
Rotate the mode dial to .
1
Press [
m
2
EV
White Balance
ISO
Flash
Focus
Focus Area
].
Exit Select
Press [
3
4
5
D/c
[
o
].
Press [F/t] to select a White Balance option.
White Balance : Daylight
Back Adjust
Press [o] to save your settings.
] to select White Balance, and then press [t] or
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