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User Manual
ES9/ES8/ES13
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.
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 with blankets or clothes.
The camera may over-heat, which may distort the camera or
cause a fire.
If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately
disconnect the power source 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 batteries.
Do not damage or heat the battery.
This may cause a fire or personal injuries.
Use only Samsung-approved batteries, cables and
accessories.
•Unauthorized batteries, cables or accessories can cause
batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury.
•Samsung is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by
unapproved batteries, cables or accessories.
Do not use batteries for unintended purposes.
This 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.
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 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 battery or memory card.
This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause
a fire.
Check that the camera is operating properly before use.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or
damages that may result from camera malfunction or improper
use.
You must plug the end of the cable with the arrow mark ( )
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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Organization 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.
• 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 11
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic
functions for shooting.
Extended functions 26
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and
how to record a video or voice memo.
Shooting options 35
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
Playback/Editing 53
Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos
and edit photos or videos. You will also learn how to
connect your camera to your photo printer or TV.
Settings 75
Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.
Appendixes 81
Refer to error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.
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Indications used in this manual
Shooting modeIndication
Smart Auto
Program
DIS
Scene
Movie
Shooting mode icons
These icons indicate that a function is available in the
corresponding modes. The
for all scenes.
e.g.)
mode may not support functions
Available in the
Program, DIS, 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 Shooting→White
→
Balance represents select Shooting, and then select
White Balance.
*
Annotation
Abbreviations used in this manual
Abbreviation Definition
ACB
AEB
AF
DIS
DPOF
EV
ISO
WB
Auto Contrast Balance
Auto Exposure Bracket
Auto Focus
Digital Image Stabilization
Digital Print Order Format
Exposure Value
International Organization for Standardization
White Balance
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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 of a scene, such as a person,
animal, or still life.
•Background: The objects around the subject.
•Composition: The combination of a subject and background.
Background
Composition
Subject
Exposure (Brightness)
The amount of light that enters your camera determines the
exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed,
aperture value, and ISO speed. By altering the exposure, your
photos will be darker or lighter.
Normal exposureOverexposure (too bright)
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Basic troubleshooting
You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily 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.
This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash.
• Set the flash option to
• If the photo has already been taken, select
Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.
• Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.
• Set ISO speed options. (p. 40)
This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly.
• Press [Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (p. 24)
• Use the
As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows.
This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake.
• Turn on the flash. (p. 39)
• Set ISO speed options. (p. 40)
• Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.
• Select
When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between
the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded.
• Avoid shooting with the sun behind your subject.
• Select
• Set the flash option to
• Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 47)
• Adjust the exposure. (p. 47)
• Set the metering option to
mode. (p. 31)
Night in the mode. (p. 30)
Backlight in the mode. (p. 28)
Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 39)
Fill in. (p. 39)
Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 48)
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Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 64)
Quick reference
Taking photos of people
• mode > Beauty Shot 29
mode > Portrait 28
•
• Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)
39
• Face Detection
44
Taking photos at night or in the dark
• mode > Night 30
mode > Sunset, Dawn, Fireworks 28
•
• Flash options
• ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light)
39
40
Taking action photos
• Continuous, Motion Capture 50
Taking photos of text, insects, or
flowers
• mode > Close Up, Text 28
• Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos)
• White Balance (to change the color tone)
41
48
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
• EV (to adjust exposure) 47
• ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright
backgrounds)
• Metering
• AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with
different exposures)
47
48
50
Applying a different effect
• Photo styles (to apply tones) 51
• Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or
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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
Turning on your camera
Performing the initial setup
Learning icons
Selecting options
Setting the display and sound
Taking photos
Tips for getting a clearer photo
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Changing the display type
Setting the sound
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Zooming
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Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
CameraAA Alkaline BatteriesUSB cable
StrapUser Manual CD-ROMQuick Start Manual
• The illustrations may differ from your actual items.
• Purchase Samsung-approved optional items that are compatible with your camera
at the service center or the store where you purchased your camera. We are not
responsible for any damages caused by using items from other manufacturers.
Optional accessories
Camera caseMemory cards
A/V cable
Basic functions
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Camera layout
Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.
POWER button
Shutter button
Flash
Speaker
AF-assist light/timer lamp
Lens
Microphone
Battery chamber cover
Insert a battery
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Tripod mount
Memory card slot cover
Insert a memory card
USB and A/V port
Accepts USB cable or A/V cable
Camera layout
Status lamp
• Blinking: When the camera is saving
a photo or video, being read by a
computer or printer, or out of focus
• Steady: When the camera is
connecting to a computer or in focus
Display
Mode button: Open the list of shooting modes
IconModeDescription
Smart Auto
Program
DIS
Scene
Movie
The camera automatically selects settings based
on a the type of scene (Night, Portrait, Sunset,
etc.) it detects.
Take a photo by setting options
The camera activates options that reduce camera
shake.
Take a photo with options preset for a specific
scene (Landscape, Portrait, etc.).
Record a video.
Zoom button
• Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.
• Zoom in on part of a photo or view
files as thumbnails in Playback mode.
• Adjust volume in Playback mode.
Attaching the strap
Refer to the table at the bottom
ButtonDescription
Access options or menus
Navigation
Confirm the highlighted option or menu
Playback
Function
Enter Playback mode
• Access options in Shooting mode
• Delete files in Playback mode
In Shooting modeWhile setting
Change the display option Move up
Change the macro optionMove down
Change the flash optionMove left
Change the timer optionMove right
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Inserting the battery and memory card
Learn to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera.
Removing the battery and memory card
Insert a memory card with the
gold-colored contacts facing
down.
Push the card gently until
the card disengages from
the camera, and then pull it
out of the slot.
Memory card
Battery
Check the polarity (+/-) of the
batteries before inserting them.
Basic functions
• You need a storage device for shooting. Insert the memory card.
• Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory
card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory
card.
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Turning on your camera
Learn how to start your camera.
Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off.
• The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera
for the first time. (p. 17)
Turning on your camera in Playback mode
Press [ ]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode
immediately.
When you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [ ] for about
3 seconds, the camera does not emit any camera sounds.
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Performing the initial setup
The initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings.
Press [].
1
• The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera
for the first time.
Press [] or [ ] to select Language and press [ ]
2
or [
].
Press [] or [ ] to select a language and press [].
3
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to Time Zone and press
4
[
] or [].
Press [ ] or [ ] to select a time zone and press [].
5
• To set the daylight-saving time, press [].
Basic functions
Press [] or [ ] to select Date/Time Set and press
6
[
] or [].
Press [ ] or [ ] to select an item.
7
Press [] or [ ] to set the date and time and press [].
8
Press [] or [ ] to select Date Type and press
9
[
] or [].
Press [] or [ ] to select a date format and press [].
10
Press [] to switch to the Shooting mode.
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Learning icons
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
You can select options by pressing [], and then using the navigation buttons ([], [ ], [ ], [ ]). Press [] to confirm.
You can also access shooting options by pressing [ ], but some options are not available.
In Shooting mode, press [].
1
Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or
2
menu.
• To move up or down, press [] or [ ].
• To move left or right, press [
Press [] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.
3
] or [ ].
Basic functions
Going back to the previous menu
Press [] again to go back to the previous menu.
Half-press [Shutter] to return to the Shooting mode.
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Selecting options
Example: Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode
In Shooting mode, press [].
1
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then
2
press [
This mode allows you to directly set various
features for shooting.
Press [].
3
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to Shooting, and then
4
press [
Smart Auto
Program
DIS
Scene
Movie
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit
] or [].
].
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Face Detection
Focus Area
Change
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to White Balance, and then
5
press [
] or [].
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Face Detection
Focus Area
ExitBack
Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to a White Balance option.
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Daylight
BackMove
Press [].
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Basic functions
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Setting the display and sound
Learn how to change the basic display and sound settings.
Changing the display type
Select a display type for Shooting or Playback mode. Each type
displays different shooting or playback information.
Press [] repeatedly to change a display type.
Show all photographic
information.
ModesDisplay Type Choices
• Display all information about shooting
Shooting
Playback
• Hide information about shooting, except the
available number of photos (or available recording
time) and the battery icon
• Display all information about the current photo
• Hide all information about the current file
• Display information about the current file, except the
shooting settings and captured date
Basic functions
Setting the sound
Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you
operate your camera.
In Shooting or Playback mode, press [].
1
Select Sound→Beep Sound→ an option.
2
OptionsDescription
Off
1/2/3
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The camera does not emit any sounds.
The camera emits one of three sounds, depending
on the option you select.
Taking photos
Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Smart Auto mode.
In Shooting mode, press [].
1
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to Smart Auto, and then
2
press [
This mode recognizes the scene automatically.
Align your subject in the frame.
3
].
Smart Auto
Program
DIS
Scene
Movie
Basic functions
Half-press [Shutter] to focus.
4
• A green frame means the subject in focus.
• A red frame means the subject is out of focus.
Press [Shutter] to take a photo.
5
See page 24 for tips to get clearer photos.
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Taking photos
Zooming
You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your
camera has a 4X optical zoom and 3X digital zoom. By using
both, you can zoom in up to 12 times.
Press [Zoom] right to zoom in on your subject. Press [Zoom] left
to zoom out.
Zoom ratio
Zoom inZoom out
Basic functions
Digital zoom
If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using
the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you
use the digital zoom.
Optical range
• The digital zoom is not available when you use Face Detection
options or Tracking AF option.
• It may take longer to save a photo when you are using the digital
zoom.
Zoom indicator
Digital range
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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.
The camera sets the aperture value
and shutter speed automatically.
Focus frame
• Press [Shutter] to take the photo if
the focus frame appears in green.
• Change the composition and halfpress [Shutter] again if the focus
frame appears in red.
Make sure nothing is
blocking the lens.
Basic functions
Reducing camera shake
Select the mode to reduce camera shake
digitally. (p. 31)
When is displayed
Camera shake
When shooting in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to
Slow Sync or Off. The aperture remains open longer and it may be
harder to hold the camera still.
• Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 39)
• Set ISO speed options. (p. 40)
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Preventing your subject from being out of focus
It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when:
there is little contrast between the subject and background
-
(for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color
to the background)
- the light source behind the subject is too bright
- the subject is shiny or reflective
- the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds
- the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame
Use the focus lock
Half-press [Shutter] to focus. When the subject is in focus,
you can reposition the frame to change the composition.
When you are ready, press [Shutter] to take your photo.
• When you take photos in low light
Turn on the flash.
(p. 39)
• When subjects are moving fast
Use the continuous
or motion capture
function. (p. 50)
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Extended functions
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to
record a video or voice memo.
Shooting modes
Using the Smart Auto mode
Using the Scene mode
Using the Beauty Shot mode
Using the frame guide
Using the Night mode
Using the DIS mode
Using the Program mode
Recording a video
Recording voice memos
Recording a voice memo
Adding a voice memo to a photo
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Shooting modes
Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.
Using the Smart Auto mode
In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate
camera settings based on the type of scene it defects.
Smart Auto Mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera
settings for various scenes.
In Shooting mode, press [].
1
Select Smart Auto.
2
Align your subject in the frame.
3
• The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate
scene mode icon appears at the top left of the screen. The
icons are listed below.
IconDescription
Appears when taking photos of landscapes.
Appears when taking photos with bright white
backgrounds.
Extended functions
IconDescription
Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night.
This is available only when the flash is off.
Appears when taking portraits at night.
Appears when taking photos of landscapes with
backlighting.
Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.
Appears when taking portraits.
Appears when taking close-up photos of objects.
Appears when taking close-up photos of text.
Appears when taking photos of sunsets.
Appears when taking photos of clear skies.
Appears when taking photos of forested areas.
Appears when taking close-up photos of colorful
subjects.
Appears when the camera is stable (on a tripod, for
example) and the subject is motionless for a period
of time. This is available only when you are shooting
in the dark.
Appears when taking photos of actively moving
subjects.
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Shooting modes
Half-press [Shutter] to focus.
4
Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
5
• If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, appears
and the camera uses default settings.
• Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode
depending on the subject's position or lighting.
• The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the
shooting condtions, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance
to the subject.
• Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the
depending on the subject's movement.
• In
mode, the camera consumes more battery power, because
it changes settings often to select appropriate scenes.
• In
mode, the focusing function continues to operate and thus
the auto focusing sound may occur.
mode
Using the Scene mode
Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene.
In Shooting mode, press [].
1
Select Scene→ a scene.
2
Beauty Shot
Frame Guide
Night
Portrait
Children
Landscape
Close Up
This mode is appropriate for taking pictures of
faces.
• To change the scene mode, press [], and then select
Scene → a scene.
• For the Beauty Shot mode, see “Using the Beauty Shot
mode" on page 29.
• For the Frame Guide mode, see “Using the frame guide" on
page 30.
• For the Night mode, see “Using the Night mode” on page 30.
Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press
3
[Shutter] to focus.
Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
4
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Shooting modes
Using the Beauty Shot mode
Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.
In Shooting mode, press [].
1
Select Scene→Beauty Shot.
2
To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face
3
only), press [
facial imperfections, press [
5.
Select Shooting→Face Tone → an option.
4
• Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter.
Level 2
BackMove
To hide facial imperfections, press [].
5
], and then go to Step 4. To hide
], and then go to Step
Select Shooting→Face Retouch→ an option.
6
• Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of
imperfections.
Level 2
BackMove
Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press
7
[Shutter] to focus.
Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
8
The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro.
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