Samsung EC-WB700ZBPBCA User Manual
This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read
this manual thoroughly.
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Basic troubleshooting
Quick reference
User Manual
WB700/WB710/WB720
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 flammable or explosive gases and
liquids.
This may cause a fire or explosion.
Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store these
materials near the camera.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not handle your camera with wet hands.
This may result in electric shock.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight.
Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to
people or animals. If you use the flash too close to your subject’s
eyes, this can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage.
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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 fire.
If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately
disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger,
and then contact a Samsung service center.
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 fire 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 fire or electric shock.
Do not touch the flash while it fires.
The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin.
When you use AC charger, turn off the camera before you
disconnect the power to the AC charger.
Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock.
Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use.
Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet
when you charge batteries.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/terminals on the battery.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not force the camera’s parts or apply pressure to the
camera.
This may cause your camera to malfunction.
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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 fire.
Check that the camera is operating properly before use.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or
damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper
use.
You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (S)
into your camera.
If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.
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Outline of the User Manual
Copyright information
• Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered
trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
• Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term
"High Definition Multimedia Interface"
are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
• Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the
property of their respective owners.
• Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be
changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera
functions.
• You are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this
manual without prior permission.
• For Open Source License information, refer to the
‘OpenSourceInfo.pdf’ in the provided CD-ROM.
Basic functions 12
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic
functions for shooting.
Extended functions 31
Learn how to capture a photo, record a video, and
voice memo by selecting a mode.
Shooting options 45
Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode.
Playback/Editing 71
Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice
memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to
connect your camera to your computer, photo printer,
TV, or HDTV.
Settings 96
Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.
Appendixes 102
Get information about error messages, specifications,
and maintenance.
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Indicators used in this manual
Shooting mode Indicator
Smart Auto
Program
Aperture Priority
Shutter Priority
Manual
DUAL IS
Scene
Movie
Shooting mode icons
These icons appear in the text when a function is available in
a mode. See the example below.
Note: The s mode may not support functions for all scenes.
For example:
S
p
A
h
M
d
s
v
Available in Program,
Aperture Priority,
Shutter Priority,
DUAL IS, and Movie
modes
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
Size (represents Select
a
, and then select Photo
Size).
* Annotation
Abbreviations used in this manual
Abbreviation Definition
AEB
AF
DIS
DPOF
EV
ISO
OIS
WB
Auto Exposure Bracket
Auto Focus
Digital Image Stabilization
Digital Print Order Format
Exposure Value
International Organization for Standardization
Optical Image Stabilization
White Balance
a
Photo
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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
Composition
Subject
Exposure (Brightness)
The amount of light that enters your camera determines the
exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed,
aperture value, and ISO sensitivity. By altering the exposure, your
photos will be darker or lighter.
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.
Photos are blurred.
Photos are blurred
when shooting at
night.
Subjects come out
too dark because of
backlighting.
Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reflect light from the camera flash.
•
Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 49)
•
If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 84)
If dust particles are present in the air, you may capture them in photos when you use the flash.
•
Turn off the flash or avoid capturing photos in a dusty place.
•
Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 51)
Blurring can occur if you capture photos in low light conditions or hold the camera incorrectly.
•
Use the OIS function or half-press [Shutter] to ensure the subject is focused. (p. 29)
•
Use the d mode. (p. 40)
As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difficult to hold the
camera steady long enough to take a clear picture and may result in camera shake.
•
Select Night in s mode. (p. 34)
•
Turn on the flash. (p. 49)
•
Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 51)
•
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 s mode. (p. 34)
•
Set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 49)
•
Adjust the exposure. (p. 61)
•
Set the metering option to Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 62)
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Quick reference
Capturing photos of people
• s
mode > Beauty Shot f 34
•
Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)
49
f
•
Face Detection f 56
Capturing photos at night or in the
dark
• s
mode > Night, Dawn, Sunset f 34
•
Flash options f 49
•
ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 51
Capturing action photos
• h
mode f 38
•
Continuous, Motion Capture f 66
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
•
ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 51
•
EV (to adjust exposure) f 61
•
Metering f 62
•
AEB (to capture 3 photos of the same scene with
different exposures)
66
f
Capturing photos of text, insects, or
flowers
• s
mode > Text f 34
•
Macro f 52
Applying effects to photos
•
Smart Filter effects f 67
•
Image Adjust (to adjust Contrast, Sharpness, or
Saturation)
70
f
Reducing camera shake
•
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) f 28
• d
mode f 40
8
•
Viewing files by category in
Smart Album
•
Viewing files as thumbnails
75
f
•
Deleting all files on the
memory card
•
Viewing files as a slide show
78
f
•
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
87
f
•
Connecting your camera to a
computer
•
Adjusting sound and volume
98
f
•
Adjusting the brightness of
the display
•
Changing the display
language
•
Setting the date and time
99
f
•
Before contacting a service
center
74
f
76
f
89
f
99
f
99
f
112
f
Contents
Basic functions
Unpacking ................................................................... 13
Camera layout ............................................................. 14
Inserting the battery and memory card ....................... 16
Charging the battery and turning on your camera ...... 17
Charging the battery ................................................... 17
Turning on your camera .............................................. 17
Performing the initial setup ......................................... 18
Learning icons ............................................................. 20
Selecting options or menus ........................................ 21
Setting the display and sound .................................... 23
Setting the display type ............................................... 23
Setting the sound ....................................................... 24
Setting the user button ............................................... 24
Capturing photos ......................................................... 25
Zooming .................................................................... 26
Reducing camera shake (OIS) ..................................... 28
Tips for getting a clearer photo ................................... 29
................................................................. 12
Extended functions
Using the Smart Auto mode ........................................ 32
Using the Scene mode ................................................ 34
Using the Beauty Shot mode ....................................... 34
Using the Program mode ............................................ 36
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or
Manual mode ............................................................... 37
Using the Aperture Priority mode .................................. 38
Using the Shutter Priority mode .................................... 38
Using the Manual mode .............................................. 39
Using the DUAL IS mode ............................................ 40
Using the Movie mode ................................................ 41
Using the Smart Scene Detection mode ...................... 43
Recording voice memos ............................................. 44
Recording a voice memo ............................................ 44
Adding a voice memo to a photo ................................. 44
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.......................................................... 31
Contents
Shooting options
.............................................................. 45
Selecting a resolution and quality ............................... 46
Selecting a resolution .................................................. 46
Selecting image quality ............................................... 47
Using the timer ............................................................ 48
Shooting in the dark .................................................... 49
Preventing red-eye ..................................................... 49
Using the flash ........................................................... 49
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ......................................... 51
Changing the camera’s focus ..................................... 52
Using macro .............................................................. 52
Using auto focus ........................................................ 52
Focusing on a selected area ....................................... 54
Using tracking auto focus ............................................ 54
Adjusting the focus area .............................................. 55
Using Face Detection .................................................. 56
Detecting faces .......................................................... 56
Capturing a self portrait shot ....................................... 57
Capturing a smile shot ................................................ 57
Detecting eye blinking ................................................. 58
Using Smart Face Recognition .................................... 58
Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) ................. 59
Adjusting brightness and color ................................... 61
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ........................... 61
Changing the metering option ...................................... 62
Selecting a light source (White balance) ........................ 63
Using drive modes ...................................................... 66
Applying effects/Adjusting images .............................. 67
Applying Smart Filter effects ........................................ 67
Adjusting your photos ................................................. 70
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Contents
Playback/Editing
............................................................... 71
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode .............. 72
Starting Playback mode .............................................. 72
Viewing photos .......................................................... 77
Playing a video ........................................................... 79
Playing a voice memo ................................................. 80
Editing a photo ............................................................ 82
Resizing photos ......................................................... 82
Rotating a photo ......................................................... 82
Applying Smart Filter effects ........................................ 83
Adjusting your photos ................................................. 84
Creating a print order (DPOF) ....................................... 86
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV ..................................... 87
Transferring files to your Windows computer ............. 89
Transferring files with Intelli-studio ................................. 90
Transferring files by connecting the camera as a
removable disk
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) ................. 93
........................................................... 92
Transferring files to your Mac computer ..................... 94
Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ......... 95
Settings
............................................................................. 96
Settings menu ............................................................. 97
Accessing the settings menu ...................................... 97
Sound ....................................................................... 98
Display ...................................................................... 98
Settings ..................................................................... 99
Appendixes
..................................................................... 102
Error messages ......................................................... 103
Camera maintenance ................................................ 104
Cleaning your camera ............................................... 104
Using or storing the camera ...................................... 105
About memory cards ................................................ 106
About the battery ...................................................... 108
Before contacting a service center ........................... 112
Camera specifications ............................................... 115
Glossary ..................................................................... 119
FCC notice ................................................................. 124
Index .......................................................................... 125
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Basic functions
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
Unpacking
Camera layout
Inserting the battery and memory card
Charging the battery and turning on
your camera
Performing the initial setup
Learning icons
Selecting options or menus
………………………………… 13
……………………………… 14
………………………………… 17
Charging the battery
Turning on your camera
……………………… 17
………………… 17
……………… 18
……………………………… 20
……………… 21
… 16
Setting the display and sound
Setting the display type
Setting the sound
Setting the user button
Capturing photos
Zooming
………………………………… 26
Reducing camera shake (OIS)
Tips for getting a clearer photo
…………………… 23
………………………… 24
…………………… 24
………………………… 25
…………… 23
…………… 28
…………… 29
Unpacking
The following items are included in your product box.
Optional accessories. Not included.
Camera AC adapter/
USB cable
Rechargeable battery Strap
User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual
Basic functions
Camera case HDMI cable A/V cable
Battery charger Memory card
The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product.
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Camera layout
Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions.
POWER button
Shutter button
Flash
AF-assist light/Timer lamp
Tripod mount
Battery chamber cover
Insert a memory card and battery
Microphone
Speaker
Lens
USB and A/V port
Accepts USB cable and A/V cable
HDMI port
Accepts HDMI cable
Basic functions
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Camera layout
(see the left table below)
Status lamp
•
Blinking: When the camera is saving
a photo or video, being read by a
computer or printer, or out of focus
•
Steady: When the camera is
connecting to a computer or in focus
Mode dial
Zoom button
•
In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out
•
In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of a photo
or view files as thumbnails, or adjust volume
•
When selecting an option: Adjust defined
settings
Attaching the strap
x
Icon Description
Smart Auto: Capture a photo with a scene mode selected
S
automatically by the camera.
Program: Capture a photo by setting options except the shutter
p
speed and aperture value which the camera sets automatically.
Aperture Priority: The camera selects a shutter speed based on
A
the aperture value you have set manually.
Shutter Priority: The camera selects an aperture value based on
h
the shutter speed you have set manually.
Manual: Adjust various camera settings including shutter speed and
M
aperture value.
DUAL IS: Capture a photo with options that reduce camera shake.
d
Scene: Capture a photo with options preset for a specific scene.
s
Movie: Customize settings to record a video.
v
Display
Basic functions
(see the right table below)
Button Description
Start recording a video.
Access options or menus.
Access an option that you have selected. (p. 24)
Basic functions Other functions
Change the display option. Move up
D
Change the macro option. Move down
c
Change the flash option. Move left
F
Change the timer option. Move right
t
Confirm the highlighted option or menu.
Enter Playback mode.
•
Access options in Shooting mode.
•
Delete files in Playback mode.
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y
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
Memory card
Insert a memory card
with the gold-colored
contacts facing up.
Memory card
Rechargeable
battery
Push the card gently until
it disengages from the
camera, and then pull it
out of the slot.
Slide the lock down to
release the battery.
Insert the battery with
the Samsung logo facing
up.
Rechargeable battery
Basic functions
Battery lock
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 first time, you must charge the
battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter, and then plug
the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera.
Indicator light
•
Red: Charging
•
Orange: Error
•
Green: Fully charged
Basic functions
Turning on your camera
Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off.
• The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera
for the first time. (p. 18)
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] for about 5 seconds,
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 configure the camera’s basic settings.
Press [t] to select Language, and then press [t] or
1
[
o
].
Press [D/c/F/t] to select a language, and then
2
press [
o
].
Press [c] to select Time Zone, and then press [t] or
3
[
o
].
Basic functions
Press [D/c] to select Home, and then press [o].
4
•
When you travel to another country, select Visit, and then
select a new time zone.
Press [F] or [t] to select a time zone, and then press
5
[
o
].
•
To set daylight-savings time, press [D].
Time Zone
London
Back DST
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Performing the initial setup
Press [F] [c] to select Date & Time, and then press
6
[
t
] or [o].
Date & Time
Off
Exit Set
Press [F] or [t] to select an item.
7
Press [D] or [c] to set the date and time or select a
8
date format, and then press [
Press [
m
9
] to switch to Shooting mode.
o
].
Basic functions
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Learning icons
The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
2
Shooting options (right)
Icon Description
Photo resolution
Video resolution
Photo quality
Frame rate
Metering
Flash
Flash intensity
Timer
Auto focus option
Microphone muted
Smart zoom on
3
Shooting information
Icon Description
Shooting mode
Focus
Aperture value
Shutter speed
Exposure value
Icon Description
1
Shooting options (left)
Icon Description
ISO sensitivity
White Balance
Smart filter
Image adjustment (contrast,
sharpness, and saturation)
Face detection
Face tone
Face retouch
Focus area
Drive type
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
1
2
3
Available number of photos
Memory card not inserted
(Internal memory)
Memory card inserted
•
: Fully charged
•
: Partially charged
•
: Empty (Recharge)
Available recording time
Voice memo
Auto focus frame
Camera shake
Zoom indicator
Zoom ratio
Histogram (p. 23)
Current time and date
Basic functions
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Selecting options or menus
You can select options by pressing [m], and then pressing [D/c/F/t], or [o].
You can also access shooting options by pressing [f], but some options may not be available.
In Shooting mode, press [
1
Select an option or menu.
2
•
To move up or down, press [D/c].
•
To move left or right, press [F/t].
Press [o] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.
3
m
].
Basic functions
Going back to the previous menu
Press [m] again 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 p.
1
Press [
m
2
Press [D/c] to select a, and then press [t] or
3
[
o
].
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Smart Filter
Face Detection
Exit Move
].
Basic functions
Press [D/c] to select White Balance, and then
4
press [
t
] or [o].
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Smart Filter
Face Detection
Exit Move
Press [F/t] to select a White Balance option.
5
White Balance : Daylight
Move Adjust
Press [o] to save your settings.
6
Press [
m
7
22
] to return to Shooting mode.
Setting the display and sound
Learn how to change the basic display information, sound settings, and user button settings.
Setting the display type
You can select a display type for the Shooting or Playback mode.
Each type displays different shooting or playback information.
See the table below
Press [D] repeatedly to change the display type.
Show all photographic
information.
Mode
Shooting
Playback
Display Type Choices
•
Hide all information about shooting.
•
Hide information about shooting, except the
information on the bottom line.
•
Display all information about shooting.
•
Display histogram.
•
Hide all information about the current file.
•
Display all information about the current file.
•
Display information about the current file, except
the shooting settings and histogram.
Basic functions
About histograms
A histogram is a graph that illustrates how light is distributed
in your photo. If the histogram has a high peak on the left, the
photo is underexposed and will appear dark. A peak on the
right of the graph means that the photo is overexposed and will
appear washed out. The height of the peaks is related to color
information. The more of a particular color, the taller the peak.
Under-exposedS Well-exposedS Over-exposed
S
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Setting the display and sound
Setting the sound
Set the sound your camera emits when you perform functions.
In Shooting or Playback mode, press [
1
Select U Beep Sound.
2
Select an option.
3
Option
Off
1/2/3
Description
The camera does not emit any sounds.
The camera emits sounds.
m
].
Basic functions
Setting the user button
You can directly access an option by setting the user button.
In Shooting mode, press [
1
Select a Custom Set.
2
Select an option. (EV, ISO, White Balance)
3
•
Press to adjust the settings of the option.
EV : 1
OK
Move
24
m
].
Set
Capturing photos
Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode.
Rotate the mode dial to
1
Align your subject in the frame.
2
S
.
Basic functions
Half-press [Shutter] to focus.
3
•
A green frame means the subject is in focus.
•
A red frame means the subject is out of focus.
Press [Shutter] to capture a photo.
4
See page 29 for tips to get clearer photos.
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Capturing photos
Zooming
You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your
camera has an 18X Optical zoom and 4X Digital zoom. You can
also use a 24X Smart zoom and 3X Digital zoom to zoom in on a
subject with less quality deterioration.
Zoom ratio
Zoom out
The available zoom ratio for videos differs from the photo zoom ratio.
Zoom in
Basic functions
Digital zoom
pAhMs
The Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you
zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode and the zoom indicator
is in the digital range, your camera is using the Digital zoom. By
using both the Optical zoom and Digital zoom, you can zoom in
up to 72 times.
Optical range
Zoom indicator
Digital range
•
The Digital zoom is not available with the Face detection option, Smart
Filter effect, Tracking AF option, Drive option, or Manual Focus.
•
If you capture a photo with the Digital zoom, the photo quality may be
lower than normal.
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Capturing photos
Smart zoom
Smart zoom lets you zoom in a subject without less picture quality
degradation than when you use the Optical zoom and Digital
zoom. By using both the Smart zoom and Digital zoom, you can
zoom in up to 72 times.
pAhM
•
Smart zoom is not available with the Face detection option, Smart
Filter effect, Tracking AF option, Drive option, or Manual Focus.
•
If you capture a photo with the Smart zoom, the photo quality may be
lower than normal.
Basic functions
Setting Smart zoom
In Shooting mode, press [
1
Select a Smart Zoom.
2
Select an option.
3
Icon
Description
Off: The Smart zoom is deactivated.
On: The Smart zoom is activated.
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m
].
Capturing photos
Reducing camera shake (OIS)
Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode.
Before correction After correction
In Shooting mode, press [
1
Select a or V OIS.
2
Select an option.
3
Icon
Description
Off: OIS is deactivated.
On: OIS is activated.
m
pAhMsv
].
Basic functions
•
OIS may not function properly when:
- you move your camera to follow a moving subject
- you use the Digital zoom
- there is too much camera shake
- the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you capture night
scenes)
- the battery is low
- you capture a close-up shot
•
If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred
by the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when
you use a tripod.
•
If the camera is hit or dropped, the display will be blurry. If this occurs,
turn off the camera, and then turn it on again.
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Tips for getting a clearer photo
Holding your camera correctly
Half-pressing the shutter button
Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the
focus. The camera adjusts the focus and
exposure automatically.
Focus frame
•
Press [Shutter] to capture the photo
if the focus frame appears in green.
•
Change the composition and
half-press [Shutter] again if the
focus frame appears in red.
The camera sets the aperture value
and shutter speed automatically.
Ensure nothing is
blocking the lens.
Basic functions
Reducing camera shake
•
Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to
reduce camera shake optically. (p. 28)
•
Select the d mode to reduce camera shake
both optically and digitally. (p. 40)
When is displayed
Camera shake
When you shoot in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to Slow
Sync or Off. The aperture remains open longer and it may be harder to
hold the camera steady long enough to take a clear picture.
•
Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 49)
•
Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 51)
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