Samsung EX2F, EC-EX2FZZBPBUS 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

Contents

Basic functions

Extended functions

Shooting options

Playback/Editing

Wireless network

EX2F

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.

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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.

Health and safety information

Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes.

The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or
cause a fire.

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.

Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera in
a certain area.

• Avoid interference with other electronic devices.

• Turn off the camera when in an aircraft. Your camera can cause

interference with aircraft equipment. Follow all airline regulations
and turn off your camera when directed by airline personnel.

• Turn off the camera near medical equipment. Your camera can

interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care
facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions
from medical personnel.

Avoid interference with pacemakers.

Maintain a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) between this
camera and all pacemakers to avoid potential interference,
as recommended by the manufacturer and the independent
research group, Wireless Technology Research. If you have
any reason to suspect that your camera is interfering with
a pacemaker or other medical device, turn off the camera
immediately and contact the manufacturer of the pacemaker or
medical device for guidance.

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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 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 the 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 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 fire.

Do not place the camera in or near magnetic fields.

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 files 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 files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.

Avoid interference with other electronic devices.

Your camera emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere
with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment,
such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and
other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the
manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference
problems you experience. To prevent unwanted interference, use
only Samsung-approved devices or accessories.

Use your camera in the normal position.

Avoid contact with your camera’s internal antenna.

Data transference and your responsibilities

• Data transferred via WLAN could be leaked, so avoid

transferring sensitive data in public areas or on open networks.

• The camera manufacturer is not liable for any data transfers that

infringe on copyrights, trademarks, intellectual property laws, or
public decency ordinances.

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Outline of the User Manual

Copyright information

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®

• Wi-Fi

, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are

registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• 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.

• We recommend using your camera within the country where

you purchased it.

• 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 14

Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic
functions for shooting.

Extended functions 40

Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by
selecting a mode.

Shooting options 64

Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode.

Playback/Editing 95

Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit
photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your
camera to your computer, TV, HDTV, or 3D TV.

Wireless network 126

Learn how to connect to wireless local area networks
(WLANs) and use functions.

Settings 148

Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.

Appendixes 154

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

Magic Plus

Movie

Wi-Fi

Shooting mode icons

These icons appear in the text when a function is available in a
mode. See the example below.
Note: The g mode may not support functions for all scenes or
modes.

For example:

T
p
A
h
M
g
v
w

Available in Program,
Aperture Priority,
Shutter Priority, 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 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

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.

S

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Normal exposure

Overexposure (too bright)

S

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. 68)

•

If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 109)

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. 71)

Blurring can occur if you capture photos in low light conditions or hold the camera incorrectly.
Use the Image Stabilization function or half-press [Shutter] to ensure the subject is focused. (p. 38)

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 Scene  Night in g mode. (p. 48)

•

Turn on the flash. (p. 69)

•

Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 71)

•

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 Scene  Backlight in g mode. (p. 48)

•

Set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 69)

•

Adjust the exposure. (p. 82)

•

Set the metering option to Spot if a subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 84)

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Quick reference

Capturing photos of people

• g

mode > Scene > Beauty Shot f 49

• g

mode > Picture in Picture f 55

•

Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct

68

red-eye)

f

•

Face Detection f 77

•

Self-Portrait f 77

Capturing photos at night or in
the dark

• g

mode > Scene > Night, Sunset, Dawn

48

f

•

Flash options f 68

•

ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light)

71

f

Capturing action photos

• h

mode f 46

•

High-speed burst mode f 87

•

Precapture f 88

Capturing photos of text,
insects, or flowers

• g

mode > Scene > Text f 48

•

Macro f 72

Capturing panoramic action
photos

• g

mode > Panorama > Action Panorama

52

f

Adjusting the exposure
(brightness)

• g

mode > HDR f 57

•

ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light)

71

f

•

EV (to adjust exposure) f 82

•

Metering f 84

•

WB BKT f 88

•

AE BKT f 88

Capturing photos of scenery

• g

mode > Scene > Landscape f 48

• g

mode > Panorama f 50

Capturing 3D photos

• g

mode > Scene > 3D Photo f 50

• g

mode > Panorama > 3D Panorama f 50

Reducing camera shake

•

Image Stabilization f 37

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Applying effects to photos

• g

mode > Magic Frame f 53

• g

mode > Split Shot f 54

• g

mode > Artistic Brush f 56

•

Smart Filter effects f 90

•

Image Adjust (to adjust Contrast, Sharpness,
or Saturation)

•

Viewing files by category in Smart Album

f

•

Viewing files as thumbnails f 100

•

Deleting all files on the memory card f 101

•

Viewing files as a slide show f 104

•

Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV f 112

•

Connecting your camera to a computer

f

•

Using photo or video sharing websites

f

•

Sending photos or videos via email f 139

•

Adjusting sound and volume f 150

•

Adjusting the brightness of the display

f

•

Changing the display language f 150

•

Setting the date and time f 151

•

Before contacting a service center f 170

99

115

135

150

93

f

Contents

Basic functions

Unpacking ................................................................... 15

Camera layout ............................................................. 16

Using the Smart Link button ........................................ 19

Using the screen ........................................................ 20

Attaching a strap ........................................................ 20

Attaching a lens cap ................................................... 21

Inserting the battery and memory card ....................... 22

Charging the battery and turning on your camera ...... 23

Charging the battery ................................................... 23

Turning on your camera .............................................. 23

Performing the initial setup ......................................... 24

Learning icons ............................................................. 26

Using the Mode screen ............................................... 27

Selecting a Mode Screen ............................................ 27

Icons on the Mode screen .......................................... 27

Selecting options or menus ........................................ 29

Using [MENU] ............................................................ 29

Using [Fn] .................................................................. 31

Setting the display and sound .................................... 32

Setting the display type ............................................... 32

Setting the sound ....................................................... 33

Capturing photos ......................................................... 34

Zooming .................................................................... 35

Reducing camera shake ............................................. 37

Tips for getting a clearer photo ................................... 38

................................................................. 14

Extended functions

Using the Smart Auto mode ........................................ 41

Using the Program mode ............................................ 43

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority,

or Manual mode .......................................................... 44

Using the Aperture Priority mode .................................. 45

Using the Shutter Priority mode .................................... 46

Using the Manual mode .............................................. 47

Using the Magic Plus mode ........................................ 48

Using the Scene mode ............................................... 48

Using the Beauty Shot mode ....................................... 49

Using the 3D Photo mode ........................................... 50

Using the 2D or 3D Panorama mode ........................... 50

Using the Action Panorama mode ................................ 52

Using the Magic Frame mode ..................................... 53

Using the Split Shot mode .......................................... 54

Using the Picture-in-Picture mode ................................ 55

Using the Artistic Brush mode ..................................... 56

Using the HDR mode ................................................. 57

Using the Creative Movie Maker mode ......................... 58

Using the Movie mode ................................................ 60

Recording high-speed videos ...................................... 62

Using the Smart Scene Detection mode ...................... 63

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.......................................................... 40

Contents

Shooting options

.............................................................. 64

Selecting a resolution and quality ............................... 65

Selecting a resolution .................................................. 65

Setting the photo quality .............................................. 66

Using the timer ............................................................ 67

Shooting in the dark .................................................... 68

Preventing red-eye ..................................................... 68

How to use the flash ................................................... 68

Using the flash ........................................................... 69

Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ......................................... 71

Changing the camera’s focus ..................................... 72

Using macro .............................................................. 72

Using auto focus ........................................................ 72

Focusing on a selected area ....................................... 74

Using tracking auto focus ............................................ 75

Adjusting the focus area .............................................. 76

Using Face Detection .................................................. 77

Detecting faces .......................................................... 77

Capturing a self portrait shot ........................................ 77

Capturing a smile shot ................................................ 78

Detecting eye blinking ................................................. 79

Using Smart Face Recognition .................................... 79

Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) ................. 80

Tips for detecting faces ............................................... 81

Adjusting brightness and color ................................... 82

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ........................... 82

Locking the exposure value ......................................... 83

Changing the metering option ...................................... 84

Selecting a White Balance setting ................................ 84

Using burst modes ...................................................... 87

Capturing photos in the High-speed burst mode ........... 87

Capturing photos in the Precapture mode .................... 88

Capturing bracketed photos ........................................ 88

Applying Smart Filter effects ....................................... 90

Applying the ND filter effect ........................................ 92

Adjusting your photos ................................................. 93

Reducing the sound of the zoom ................................ 94

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Contents

Playback/Editing

............................................................... 95

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode .............. 96

Starting Playback mode .............................................. 96

Viewing photos ........................................................ 102

Playing a video ......................................................... 105

Editing a photo .......................................................... 107

Resizing photos ....................................................... 107

Rotating a photo ....................................................... 107

Applying Smart Filter effects ...................................... 108

Adjusting your photos ............................................... 109

Creating a print order (DPOF) ..................................... 110

Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV ....................... 112

Transferring files to your computer ........................... 115

Transferring files to your Windows OS computer ......... 115

Transferring files to your Mac OS computer ................. 116

Using programs on the computer ............................. 117

Installing CD-provided programs ................................ 117

Using iLauncher ....................................................... 118

Using Samsung RAW Converter ................................ 121

Wireless network

............................................................ 126

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring

network settings ........................................................ 127

Connecting to a WLAN ............................................. 127

Using the login browser ............................................ 129

Network connection tips ........................................... 129

Entering text ............................................................. 130

Sending photos or videos to a smart phone ............ 132

Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release .... 133

Using photo or video sharing websites .................... 135

Accessing a website ................................................ 135

Uploading photos or videos ....................................... 135

Sending photos or videos via email .......................... 137

Changing email settings ............................................ 137

Sending photos or videos via email ............................ 139

Uploading photos to a cloud server .......................... 140

Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos ......... 141

Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC ...... 141

Sending photos or videos to a PC ............................. 141

Viewing photos or videos on a

TV Link-enabled TV ................................................... 143

Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct ........................... 145

About the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature .................... 146

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Contents

Settings

........................................................................... 148

Settings menu ........................................................... 149

Accessing the settings menu .................................... 149

Using the settings menu ........................................... 150

Appendixes

..................................................................... 154

Error messages ......................................................... 155

Camera maintenance ................................................ 157

Cleaning your camera ............................................... 157

Using or storing the camera ...................................... 158

About memory cards ................................................ 160

About the battery ...................................................... 163

Using optional accessories ....................................... 167

Using optional flash units ........................................... 167

Using an optional optical viewfinder ............................ 167

Using the shutter release ........................................... 168

Using the microphone .............................................. 168

Using a conversion lens ............................................ 169

Before contacting a service center ........................... 170

Camera specifications ............................................... 173

Glossary ..................................................................... 178

FCC notice ................................................................. 183

Declaration sentence in official languages ............... 186

Index .......................................................................... 188

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Basic functions

Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.

Unpacking

Camera layout

………………………………… 15

……………………………… 16
Using the Smart Link button
Using the screen
Attaching a strap
Attaching a lens cap

………………………… 20

………………………… 20

……………………… 21

……………… 19

Inserting the battery and memory card

Charging the battery and turning
on your camera

Charging the battery
Turning on your camera

Performing the initial setup

Learning icons

…………………………… 23

……………………… 23

………………… 23

……………… 24

……………………………… 26

… 22

Using the Mode screen

Selecting a Mode Screen
Icons on the Mode screen

Selecting options or menus

Using [MENU]
Using [Fn]

………………………………… 31

…………………… 27

………………… 27

……………… 27

……………… 29

…………………………… 29

Setting the display and sound

Setting the display type
Setting the sound

Capturing photos

Zooming

………………………………… 35

Reducing camera shake

…………………… 32

………………………… 33

………………………… 34

………………… 37

Tips for getting a clearer photo

…………… 32

…………… 38

Unpacking

The following items are included in your product box.

Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM

•

The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product.

•

You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is

Quick Start Guide Lens cap/Lens cap strap

Optional accessories

Optical viewfinder Flash Camera case HDMI cable/A/V cable

Battery charger Memory card Memory card/Memory card

not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories.

adapter

Basic functions

15

Microphone Shutter release

Camera layout

Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions.

Drive mode dial (p. 19)

Mode dial (p. 18)

Shutter button

Microphone

Lens

AF-assist light/Timer lamp

Front wheel

Battery chamber cover

Insert a memory card and battery

POWER button

Basic functions

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Flash

Eyelet for camera strap (p. 20)

Camera ring

Remove the ring and mount an
optional conversion lens

Internal antenna*

* Avoid contact with the internal

antenna while using the wireless
network.

Tripod mount

Camera layout

Accessory shoe

Accessory shoe cover

Flash release

Status lamp

•

Blinking: When the camera is saving
a photo or video, being read by
a computer, when the image is out of
focus, there is a problem charging the
battery, when the camera is connecting
to WLAN or sending a photo, or when
the Auto Display Off mode is activated

•

Steady: When the camera is
connected to a computer, charging the
battery, or when the image is in focus

Display

Basic functions

17

Buttons
(p. 18)

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 the volume

HDMI port

Accepts HDMI cable

USB and A/V port

Accepts USB cable and A/V cable

Camera layout

Buttons

Button Description

Start recording a video.

•

Lock the adjusted exposure value in Shooting mode.

•

Protect the displayed file in Playback mode.

Access options or menus.

Access options in Shooting mode.

When pressing the navigation button:

D

c

F

t

When rotating the navigation button:

•

Scroll to an option or menu.

•

Adjust the aperture value in Shooting mode.

•

Scroll through files in Playback mode.

Confirm the highlighted option or menu.

Enter Playback mode.

Delete files in Playback mode.

Basic functions Other functions

Change the display option. Move up

Change the macro option. Move down

Change the flash option. Move left

Smart Link button: Launch
a preset Wi-Fi function.

Move right

Basic functions

Mode dial

Icon Description

Smart Auto: Capture a photo with a scene mode selected

T

automatically by the camera.

Program: Capture a photo by setting options except the

p

shutter speed and aperture value which the camera sets
automatically.

Aperture Priority: The camera selects a shutter speed

A

based on the aperture value you have set manually.

Shutter Priority: The camera selects an aperture value

h

based on the shutter speed you have set manually.

Manual: Adjust various camera settings including shutter

M

speed and aperture value.

g

Magic Plus: Capture a photo with various effects.

v

Movie: Customize settings to record a video.

Wi-Fi: Connect to wireless local area networks and use

w

functions.

18

Camera layout

Drive mode dial

Icon Description

Capture a single photo.

Capture a photo after a 2-second delay.

Capture a photo after a 10-second delay.

According to a bracketing option,

•

Capture 3 photos with different white balance.

•

Capture 3 photos with different exposures.

•

In Shooting mode, the camera captures up to 10 photos
consecutively while you are pressing [Shutter].

•

In Video recording mode, the camera records
high-speed videos.

Capture shots before pressing [Shutter] all the way down.

Basic functions

Using the Smart Link button

You can turn on the Wi-Fi feature conveniently with
[Smart Link].

• Press [Smart Link] to activate the Wi-Fi function that you have

designated. The camera will activate the designated function.

Setting a Smart Link button option

You can select a Wi-Fi function to launch when you press
[Smart Link].

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m].

1

Select n  Smart Link (Wi-Fi Button).

2

Select a desired Wi-Fi feature. (p. 152)

3

19

Camera layout

Using the screen

Swing the screen outwards 180° and rotate it up or down for
high- and low-angle photos or self portraits. You can rotate the
screen a maximum of 90° downward or 180° upward.

•

Fold the screen when not in use.

•

Rotate the screen only within the angle allowed. Or, the camera may
be damaged.

Basic functions

Attaching a strap

Attach a strap to carry your camera conveniently.

20

Camera layout

Attaching a lens cap

Attach a lens cap with a lens cap strap to protect the camera
lens.

If you want to attach a lens cap and strap at the same time, first attach the
strap to the eyelet, and then attach the lens cap to the camera strap.

Basic functions

21

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
down.

Battery lock

Push the card gently until it
disengages from the camera,
and then pull it out of the slot.

Memory card

Rechargeable battery

Insert the battery with the
Samsung logo facing down.

Basic functions

Slide the lock down to release
the battery.

Rechargeable battery

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.

If a memory card is not inserted, you cannot use your camera properly. Insert a
memory card before using the camera.

22

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. 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 off: 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.

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. 24)

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.

23

Performing the initial setup

When you turn on your camera for the first time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps below to configure the camera’s basic
settings. The language is preset for the country or region where the camera is sold. You can change the language as desired.

Press [c] to select Time Zone, and then press

1

[

t

] or [o].

Press [D/c] to select Home, and then press [o].

2

•

When you travel to another country, select Visit, and then
select a new time zone.

Press [F/t] to select a time zone, and then press

3

[

o

].

•

To set daylight-savings time, press [D].

Time Zone : Home

London

Back DST

Basic functions

Press [c] to select Date/Time Set, and then press

4

[

t

] or [o].

Date/Time Set

YearMonth Day Hour Min

Exit Set

•

The screen may differ depending on the language selected.

Press [F/t] to select an item.

5

Rotate the navigation button or press [D/c] to set

6

the date and time, and then press [

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o

].

Performing the initial setup

Press [c] to select Date Type, and then press [t] or

7

[

o

].

Press [D/c] to select a date type, and then press

8

[

o

].

Press [c] to select Time Type, and then press [t] or

9

[

o

].

Press [D/c] to select a time type, and then press

10

[

o

].

Press [m] to switch to Shooting mode.

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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 after blinking in yellow.

3

Shooting information

Icon Description

Aperture value

Shutter speed

Available recording time

Exposure value

Auto Exposure Lock on

Available number of photos

Memory card not inserted

•

: Fully charged

•

: Partially charged

•

: Empty (Recharge)

•

: Charger connected*

Current time and date

Auto focus frame

Camera shake

Zoom indicator

Zoom ratio

Histogram (p. 32)

* The battery will not charge if the camera is on.

1

Shooting options (left)

Icon Description

Shooting mode

ISO sensitivity

White balance

Smart filter

Image adjustment (contrast,
sharpness, and saturation)

Face detection

Face retouch

Face tone

Single shot mode

High-speed burst mode

Precapture mode

1

2

3

Icon Description

Bracket mode

ND filter on

Focus area

2

Shooting options (right)

Icon Description

Smart zoom on

Photo resolution

Continuous Auto Focus on

Photo quality

Video resolution

Metering

Frame rate

Flash

Sound Alive on

Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)

Auto focus option

Timer

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Using the Mode screen

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P

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Artis

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HDR

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Select a Mode Screen by turning the mode dial, and then select a mode in the Mode Screen by selecting an icon.

Selecting a Mode Screen

In Shooting or Playback mode, turn the mode dial to display a
Mode Screen.

1

Scene

Panorama

Magic

Magic
Frame

Fram

HDR

Split Shot

plit

Creative Movie

tive M

Maker

ake

2

Picture in

Picture

Pictur

No. Description

1

2

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anor

Artistic

n

Brush

Brush

Current Mode screen

•

Rotate the mode dial to go to another mode screen.

Mode icons

•

Rotate the navigation button or press [D/c/F/t]
to scroll to a desired mode, and then press [
access the mode.

o

] to

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Icons on the Mode screen

<Magic Plus>

Description

Icon

Scene: Capture a photo with options that are preset for a
specific scene. (p. 48)

Panorama: Capture and combine a series of photos to
create a panoramic image. (p. 50)

Magic Frame: Capture a photo with various frame effects.
(p. 53)

Split Shot: Capture several photos and arrange them with
preset layouts. (p. 54)

Picture in Picture: Capture a background photo and
insert a smaller photo or video into the foreground. (p. 55)

Artistic Brush: Capture a photo and view and save a
video that shows how to apply the filter effect. (p. 56)

HDR: Capture scenes with emphasis on mid-tones, by
minimizing the dark and bright areas. (p. 57)

Creative Movie Maker: Create a movie simply with
photos or videos. (p. 58)

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Using the Mode screen

<Wi-Fi>

Description

Icon

MobileLink: Send photos or videos to a smart phone.
(p. 132)

Remote Viewfinder: Use a smart phone as a remote
shutter release and see a preview on your smart phone of
an image from your camera. (p. 133)

Social Sharing: Upload photos or videos to file sharing
websites. (p. 135)

Email: Send photos or videos stored on the camera via
email. (p. 139)

Cloud: Upload photos to a cloud server. (p. 140)

Auto Backup: Send photos or videos that you captured

with the camera to a PC wirelessly. (p. 141)

TV Link: View photos or videos that you captured with the
camera on a widescreen TV. (p. 143)

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Selecting options or menus

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

Using [MENU]

To select options, press [m], and then rotate the navigation
button or press [D/c/F/t] or [o].

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Rotate the navigation button or press [D/c/F/t]

2

to scroll to a menu or an option.

or

Press [o] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.

3

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

Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
ISO Expansion
White Balance
Flash

Exit Move

Rotate the navigation button or press [D/c] to select

3

a

, and then press [t] or [o].

Basic functions

Rotate the navigation button or press [D/c] to select

4

White Balance, and then press [

Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
ISO Expansion
White Balance
Flash

Exit Move

Rotate the navigation button or the front wheel, or press

5

[

F/t

] to select a White Balance option.

White Balance : Daylight

Back Adjust

Press [o] to save your settings.

6

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

7

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t

] or [o].

Selecting options or menus

Using [Fn]

You can access shooting options by pressing [f], but some
options are not available.

For example, to select a White Balance option
in Program mode:

Rotate the mode dial to p.

1

Rotate the navigation button or press [D/c/F/t]

3

to scroll to

.

White Balance : Auto WB

Press [f].

2

EV : 0

Exit Adjust

Basic functions

Exit

Rotate the front wheel to adjust a White Balance option.

4

White Balance : Cloudy

Exit

•

Press [o], rotate the navigation button or press [F/t], and
then press [

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

5

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Adjust

Adjust

o

] to save your settings.

Setting the display and sound

Learn how to change the basic display information and sound 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.

Show all photographic
information.

Press [D] repeatedly to change the display type.

Mode

Shooting

Playback

Display type

•

Hide all information about shooting.

•

Hide information about shooting, except the
information on the top line.

•

Display all information about shooting.

•

Display histogram.

•

Hide all information about the current file.

•

Display information about the current file, except
the shooting settings and histogram.

•

Display all information about the current file.

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

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Setting the display and sound

Setting the option display view

You can hide or show the option display appearing in the Magic
plus mode.

Press [o] repeatedly.

• Hide the option display.

• Show the option display.

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Option display

Panel off Home

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Basic functions

Setting the sound

Turn on or off the sound your camera emits when you perform
functions.

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m].

1

Select n Sounds  Beep Sound.

2

Select an option.

3

Option

Off

On

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Description

The camera does not emit any sounds.

The camera emits sounds.

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

T

.

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

Press [P] to view the captured photo.

5

•

To delete the photo, press [l], and then select Yes .

Press [P] to return to Shooting mode.

6

See page 38 for tips to get clearer photos.

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Capturing photos

Zooming

You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom.

Zoom ratio

Zoom out

•

The wider you rotate the zoom button, the faster the camera zooms
in or out.

•

When you rotate the zoom button, the zoom ratio shown on the
screen may change inconsistently.

Zoom in

Basic functions

Digital zoom

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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 3.3X Optical zoom and 4X Digital zoom, you can
zoom in up to 13.2 times.

Optical range

Zoom indicator

Digital range

•

The Digital zoom is not available with the Face detection option, Smart
Filter effect, Tracking AF 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

You can use 4.4X Smart zoom which lets you zoom in with less
degradation of picture quality than the Optical zoom and Digital
zoom. By using the Optical zoom, Smart zoom, and Digital zoom,
you can zoom in up to 13.2 times.

Zoom indicator

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Optical range + Smart range

Digital range

•

Smart zoom is not available with the Face detection option, Smart
Filter effect, Tracking AF option, or Manual Focus.

•

You cannot use this function when the drive mode dial is set to
Continuous, Precapture, or Bracket.

•

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 [m].

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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Capturing photos

Reducing camera shake

Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical
and Digital Image Stabilization functions.

Before correction

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In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a or V  Image Stabilizer.

2

Select an option.

3

Icon

Description

Off: Optical Image Stabilization function is deactivated.

OIS: Optical Image Stabilization function is activated.

DUAL IS: Optical and Digital Image Stabilization

functions are activated.

Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions.

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After correction

Basic functions

•

Image Stabilization function 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 Image Stabilization function with a tripod, your images
may be blurred by the vibration of the Image Stabilization sensor.
Deactivate the Image Stabilization 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.

The camera sets the aperture value
and shutter speed 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.

Ensure nothing is
blocking the lens, flash,
or microphone.

Basic functions

Reducing camera shake

Set the Image Stabilization option to reduce
camera shake optically. (p. 37)

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 capture a clear photo.

•

Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 69)

•

Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 71)

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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

Using 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 capture your photo.

•

When you capture photos in low light

•

When subjects are moving rapidly

Turn on the flash.
(p. 69)

Use the High-speed
burst mode or
Precapture function.
(p. 87)

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Extended functions

Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode.

Using the Smart Auto mode

Using the Program mode

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Using the Aperture Priority,
Shutter Priority, or Manual mode

Using the Aperture Priority mode
Using the Shutter Priority mode
Using the Manual mode

Using the Magic Plus mode

Using the Scene mode
Using the Beauty Shot mode
Using the 3D Photo mode

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Using the 2D or 3D Panorama mode
Using the Action Panorama mode
Using the Magic Frame mode
Using the Split Shot mode
Using the Picture-in-Picture mode
Using the Artistic Brush mode
Using the HDR mode
Using the Creative Movie Maker mode

Using the Movie mode

Recording high-speed videos
Using the Smart Scene Detection mode

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Using the Smart Auto mode

In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it detects.
The Smart Auto mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.

Rotate the mode dial to

1

Align your subject in the frame.

2

•

The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate
scene icon appears at the top left of the screen.
The icons are listed below.

Icon Description

Landscapes

Scenes with bright white backgrounds

Landscapes at night (when the flash is off)

Portraits at night

Landscapes with backlighting

T

.

Extended functions

Icon Description

Portraits with backlighting

Portraits

Close-up photos of objects

Close-up photos of text

Sunsets

Blue skies

Forested areas

Close-up photos of colorful subjects

Camera is stabilized or on a tripod (when shooting in
the dark)

Actively moving subjects

Fireworks (when using a tripod)

Indoors, dark

Partially lit

Close-up with spot lighting

Portraits with spot lighting

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Using the Smart Auto mode

Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

3

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

4

•

If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses
the default settings for the

•

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 conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, or distance to
the subject.

•

Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the mode if
the subject is moving.

•

In T mode, the camera consumes more battery power, because
it changes settings often to select appropriate scenes.

T

mode.

Extended functions

42

Using the Program mode

In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically.

Rotate the mode dial to p.

1

Set the desired options.

2

•

For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options". (p. 64)

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

3

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

4

Extended functions

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Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode

Adjust the aperture value or shutter speed to control the exposure of your photos. You can use these options in the Aperture Priority,
Shutter Priority, and Manual modes.

Aperture value

The aperture is a hole that lets light into the camera. The aperture
housing contains thin, metal plates that open and close, widening
or narrowing the aperture, and controlling the amount of light that
enters the camera. The size of the aperture is closely related to
the brightness of a photo: the larger the aperture, the brighter the
photo; the smaller the aperture, the darker the photo. Note that
the larger the aperture value, the smaller the aperture size. For
example, an aperture set to 5.6 is larger than an aperture set
to 11.

Small aperture value (The size

S

of the aperture is large.)

Large aperture value (The size

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of the aperture is small.)

Extended functions

Shutter speed

Shutter speed, which is an important factor in the brightness of a
photo, refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the
shutter. A slow shutter speed allows more time to let light in. All
things being equal, photos are brighter, but fast moving objects
tend to blur. On the other hand, a fast shutter speed allows less
time to let light in. Photos are darker, but objects in motion are
captured more clearly.

Slow shutter speed

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44

Fast shutter speed

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Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode

Using the Aperture Priority mode

The Aperture Priority mode allows you to set the aperture value
manually while the camera automatically selects an appropriate
shutter speed.

Rotate the mode dial to A.

1

Rotate the navigation button to adjust the aperture value.

2

•

See page 44 for more information about the aperture value.

Set options.

3

•

For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options”. (p. 64)

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

4

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

5

When you set the ISO option to Auto, the shutter speed may not change
automatically to match the aperture value. In this case, the camera finds an
appropriate exposure value by changing the ISO option automatically when
you capture a photo. To set the ISO option manually, press [m], and then
select a  ISO  an option.

Extended functions

45

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode

Using the Shutter Priority mode

The Shutter Priority mode allows you to set the shutter speed
manually while the camera automatically selects an appropriate
aperture value.

Rotate the mode dial to h.

1

Rotate the front wheel to adjust the shutter speed.

2

•

See page 44 for more information about the shutter speed.

Set options.

3

•

For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options”. (p. 64)

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

4

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

5

When you set the ISO option to Auto, the aperture value may not change
automatically to match the shutter speed. In this case, the camera finds an
appropriate exposure value by changing the ISO option automatically when
you capture a photo. To set the ISO option manually, press [m], and then
select a  ISO  an option.

Extended functions

46

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode

Using the Manual mode

The Manual mode allows you to adjust both the aperture value
and the shutter speed manually.

Rotate the mode dial to M.

1

Rotate the front wheel to adjust the shutter speed.

2

Rotate the navigation button to adjust the aperture value.

3

Set options.

4

•

For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options”. (p. 64)

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

5

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

6

Extended functions

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Using the Magic Plus mode

In the Magic Plus mode, you can capture a photo with various effects.

Using the Scene mode

In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are
preset for a specific scene.

Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

Select a scene.

3

•

If the option display does not appear, press [o], or press
[

m

]  g  Select Scene, and then select a scene.

Beauty Shot

Panel off Home

Option Description

Beauty Shot

Night

Capture a portrait with options to hide facial
imperfections.

Capture scenes at night or in low lighting (using
a tripod is recommended).

Extended functions

Option Description

Landscape

Text

Sunset

Dawn

Backlight

Beach & Snow

3D Photo

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

4

Capture still-life scenes and landscapes.

Clearly capture text from printed or electronic
documents.

Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking
reds and yellows.

Capture scenes at sunrise.

Capture backlit subjects.

Reduce underexposure of subjects caused by
sunlight reflected from sand or snow.

Capture scenes with a 3D effect (the 3D effect
works only on a 3D TV or 3D monitor).

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

5

48

Using the Magic Plus mode

Using the Beauty Shot mode

In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to
hide facial imperfections.

Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

Select Beauty Shot.

3

Press [m].

4

Select a  Face Tone.

5

Select an option.

6

•

For example, increase the face tone setting to make skin
appear lighter.

Face Tone
Face Retouch
Face Detection
Photo Size
Quality
Flash
Smart FR Edit

Back Set

Select Face Retouch.

7

Off
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3

Select an option.

8

•

For example, increase the face retouch setting to hide more
imperfections.

Face Tone
Face Retouch
Face Detection
Photo Size
Quality
Flash
Smart FR Edit

Back Set

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

9

Off
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

10

When you use the Beauty Shot mode, the focus distance will be set to Auto
Macro.

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Using the Magic Plus mode

Using the 3D Photo mode

In 3D Photo mode, you can capture scenes with a 3D effect.

Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

Select 3D Photo.

3

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

4

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

5

•

The camera captures 2 photos in both JPEG and MPO file
formats.

•

In 3D Photo mode, the resolution is automatically set to .

•

In 3D Photo mode, some shooting options are not available.

•

You can view an MPO file that supports the 3D effect only on an
MPO-compatible display, such as a 3D TV or 3D monitor. On your
camera's display, you can view only JPEG files.

•

Use proper 3D glasses when you view an MPO file on a 3D TV or
3D monitor.

Using the 2D or 3D Panorama mode

In Panorama mode, you can capture a wide panoramic scene in
a single photo. Capture and combine a series of photos to create
a panoramic image.

S

1
2
3
4

5
6

Extended functions

Shooting example

Rotate the mode dial to g.

Select .

Press [m].

Select a  Panorama  Live Panorama or
3D Panorama.

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press
[Shutter] to focus.

•

Align the camera with the far left or the far right, or very top or
bottom, of the scene you want to capture.

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Using the Magic Plus mode

Press and hold [Shutter] to start shooting.

7

With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the

8

direction that will let it capture the rest of the panorama.

•

In 3D Panorama mode, you can capture a scene only in
horizontal directions.

•

When the viewfinder is aligned with the next scene, the
camera captures the next photo automatically.

When you are finished, release [Shutter].

9

•

When you have captured all the necessary shots, the camera
combines them into one panoramic photo.

•

For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the
following:

- moving the camera too quickly or too slowly

- moving the camera too little to capture the next image

- moving the camera at irregular speeds

- shaking the camera

- changing the camera direction while capturing a photo

- shooting in dark places

- capturing moving subjects nearby

- shooting conditions where the brightness or color of light is
changing

•

Photos taken are automatically saved, and shooting is stopped under
the following conditions:

- if you change the shooting direction while shooting

- if you move the camera too rapidly

- if you do not move the camera

•

Selecting Panorama mode will disable the digital and optical zoom
functions. If you select Panorama mode while the lens is zoomed in,
the camera automatically zooms out to the default position.

•

In Panorama mode, some shooting options are not available.

•

The camera may stop shooting due to the shooting composition or
movement within the scene.

•

In Panorama mode, your camera may not capture the last scene in
its entirety if you stop moving the camera exactly where you want the
scene to end. To capture the entire scene, move your camera slightly
beyond the point where you want the scene to end.

Extended functions

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Using the Magic Plus mode

•

In 3D Panorama mode, your camera may not capture the very
beginning or end of a scene due to the nature of the 3D effect. To
capture the entire scene, move slightly beyond the beginning and end
points you want to capture.

•

In 3D Panorama mode, photos are captured in both JPEG and MPO
file formats.

•

You can view an MPO file that supports the 3D effect only on an
MPO-compatible display, such as 3D TV or 3D monitor. On your
camera's display, you can view only JPEG files.

•

Use proper 3D glasses when you view an MPO file on a 3D TV or
3D monitor.

Extended functions

Using the Action Panorama mode

In Action Panorama mode, you can capture and combine a series
of photos of a moving subject.

Shooting example

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Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

Press [m].

3

Select a  Panorama  Action Panorama.

4

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

5

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

6

[Shutter] to focus.

•

Align the camera with the far left or the far right side of the
scene you want to capture.

Press and hold [Shutter] to start shooting.

7

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Using the Magic Plus mode

With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the

8

direction that will let it capture the rest of the panorama.

•

If there is more than one moving subject, the camera may not
recognize the correct subject.

•

If subjects are outside of the guide frame while capturing, the
camera does not capture the movement of the subjects.

When you are finished, release [Shutter].

9

•

The camera automatically combines the shots into one photo.

•

For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the
following:

- moving the camera too quickly or too slowly

- moving the camera too little to capture the next image

- moving the camera at irregular speeds

- shaking the camera

- changing the camera direction while capturing a photo

- shooting in dark places

- capturing moving subjects nearby

- shooting conditions where the brightness or color of light is
changing

•

The camera may take time to save panoramic photos.

•

In Action Panorama mode, some shooting options are not available.

Using the Magic Frame mode

In Magic Frame mode, you can apply various frame effects to
your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change
according to the frame you select.

Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

Select an option.

3

Mural

Panel off

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

4

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

5

In Magic Frame mode, the resolution is automatically set to .

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Using the Split Shot mode

In Split Shot mode, you can capture several photos and arrange
them with preset layouts.

Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

Select a split style.

3

•

To adjust the sharpness of the dividing line, press [m],
and then select

•

To apply a Smart Filter effect to part of the shot, press
[

m

option. You can apply different Smart Filter effects to each part
of the shot.

Panel off Home

a

 Line Blur  a desired value.

], and then select a  Smart Filter  a desired

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

4

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture a photo.

5

•

Repeat steps 4 and 5 to capture the rest of the photos.

•

To recapture a photo, press [l].

•

In Split Shot mode, the resolution is automatically set to or less.

•

In Split Shot mode, the available smart filter options are limited.

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Using the Magic Plus mode

Using the Picture-in-Picture mode

In Picture-in-Picture mode, you can capture or select a full-sized
background photo, and then insert a smaller photo or video into
the foreground.

Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

•

To set the final video size when inserting a video, press
[

m

], and then select V  Movie Size  a desired

video size.

Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter]

3

to capture a background photo.

•

To select a background photo from your saved photos, press
[

m

], and then select a  Open Image  a desired
photo. You cannot select a video file or a photo captured in
Live Panorama mode.

Press [o] to set the photo as the background image.

4

•

To recapture a background photo, press [m].

Retake Frame Setting

Press [o], and rotate the navigation button or press

5

[

D/c/F/t

Rotate the front wheel to change the insertion size.

6

Press [o] to save the setting.

7

Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter]

8

] to change the insertion point.

to capture and insert a photo.

•

The insertion window appears larger when you half-press
[Shutter], so that you can determine whether or not the
subject is in focus.

•

To record a video, press (Video recording). To stop
recording and insert the video, press
again.

(Video recording)

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Using the Magic Plus mode

•

When capturing background photos, the resolution is automatically set
to and all photos captured are saved.

•

The final Picture-in-picture photos or videos are saved as one
combined file and the inserted photos or videos are not saved
separately.

•

When inserting an image, the resolution for the combined file is
automatically set to .

•

When inserting a video, the resolution for the combined file is
automatically set to or smaller.

•

When capturing a background photo, a photo captured in the vertical
position does not rotate automatically.

•

The maximum size of the insertion window is 1/4 of the screen, and
the aspect ratio stays the same when changing the size.

•

The maximum length of video that can be inserted is 20 minutes.

•

In Picture-in-Picture mode, the available zoom range may be less than
in other shooting modes.

•

When you select a background photo from your saved photos, black
bars may appear at the edges of the image, depending on the aspect
ratio.

Extended functions

Using the Artistic Brush mode

In Artistic Brush mode, you can capture a photo, and then view a
video that shows how to apply the filter effect.

Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

Select a filter.

3

Ink Painting

Panel off Home

Option Description

Ink Painting

Cartoon

Sketch

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Apply a watercolor painting effect.

Apply a cartoon painting effect.

Apply a pen sketch effect.

Using the Magic Plus mode

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

4

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture a photo.

5

•

After capturing the photo, the video that shows how to apply
the filter will begin automatically.

•

In Artistic Brush mode, the resolution is automatically set to or
smaller.

•

In Artistic Brush mode, both the photo with the filter effect and the
video that shows how to apply the filter effect are saved.

•

In Artistic Brush mode, the available zoom range may be less than in
other shooting modes.

•

In Artistic Brush mode, it may take longer to save files.

•

You cannot upload a video captured in Artistic Brush mode via the
wireless networking feature on your camera.

Using the HDR mode

In HDR(High Dynamic Range) mode, your camera captures two
photos with different exposures, and then overlays the bright area
of the underexposed photo and the dark area of the overexposed
photo. You can capture photos with soft, rich colors.

Without HDR

S

effect

Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

3

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

4

•

The camera captures 2 photos, and then automatically
merges them into a single photo.

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Using the Magic Plus mode

•

The HDR effect may be affected by camera shake, lighting, movement
of the subject, and the shooting environment.

•

You cannot use the flash when you use the HDR mode.

•

It may take longer to save a photo using the HDR mode.

•

When you use the HDR mode, the preview image on the screen and
the captured photo may appear slightly larger than a photo captured
without this effect.

•

When you capture a moving subject using the HDR mode, an
afterimage may appear.

Using the Creative Movie Maker mode

In the Creative Movie Maker mode, you can easily make movies
from the photos and videos stored on your memory card.

Making a movie with the Creative Movie Maker

Rotate the mode dial to g.

1

Select .

2

Select + Movie Creation.

3

Select Select, and then select files.

4

•

You must select at least 2 files.

•

If you select a folder, every photo in the folder will be selected.

•

If you select a video, every photo captured while recording
the video will be selected.

•

Select Shuffle to let the camera select photos and videos
randomly. The movie cannot exceed 3 minutes in length.

Select image

Select

Shuffle

Back Set

•

You cannot select videos made in Creative Movie Maker mode.

•

You cannot select RAW format files.

•

If you select the RAW+JPEG format, only JPEG files will be used
to make movies in Creative Movie Maker mode.

•

You can select up to 60 photos and 10 videos.

Press [f] to confirm the selection.

5

Press [t] to select Theme, and then select a theme.

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Using the Magic Plus mode

Press [t] to select Music, and then select music.

7

Press [t] to select Movie Size, and then select a

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movie size.

Press [t] to select Creation, and then select Creation

9

Start.

•

If your camera does not have enough available memory to
store the movie, you cannot select Creation Start. Delete
files from the memory card to make more memory available.
(p. 101)

•

If the pop-up message appears when you select Creation
Start, select a smaller movie size in the Movie Size option.

•

The video rendering may take longer depending on the
number and size of the selected files.

•

Press [m] to cancel the video rendering.

1
2
3
4

Extended functions

View a movie made in Creative Movie Maker mode

Rotate the mode dial to g.

Select .

Press [D/c] to select a movie.

Press [o] to play the movie.

To view the movie in Playback mode, press [P]. (p. 96)

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Using the Movie mode

In Movie mode, you can customize settings to record full HD (1920 X 1080) videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves
recorded videos as MP4 (H.264) files.

•

MP4 (H.264) is a high-compression video format established by the international standards organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T.

•

If you use memory cards with slow write speeds, the camera may not save videos properly. Video recordings may be corrupted or fail to play back correctly.

•

Memory cards with slow writing speeds will not support high-resolution videos and high-speed videos. To record high-resolution or high-speed videos, use memory
cards with faster write speeds.

•

If you activate the Image Stabilization function while recording a video, the camera may record the operating sound of the Image Stabilization function.

•

If you use the zoom function when recording a video, the camera may record the noise of the zoom operating. To decrease zoom noise, use the Sound Alive
function. (p. 94)

Rotate the mode dial to v.

1

Set desired options.

2

•

For a list of options, refer to"Shooting options". (p. 64)

Press (Video recording) to start recording.

3

Press (Video recording) again to stop recording.

4

•

You can start recording a video in some modes by pressing

(Video recording) without having to rotate the mode dial to v.

•

The video frame size may appear smaller while you are recording a
video depending on the video resolution and frame rate.

•

If you perform no operations for approximately 3 minutes while
recording a video, the screen will become dim. To activate the screen,
perform any camera operation. If you operate POWER, Zoom, Shutter,
or Video recording button, the camera will carry out the assigned
function, even when the screen is dim.

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Using the Movie mode

Pause recording

The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while
recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as
a single video.

• Press [o] to pause while recording.

• Press [c] not to continue to automatic focusing.

• Press [o] to resume.

Extended functions

Capturing still images while recording a video

You can capture still images while recording a video without
switching to the photo shooting modes (up to 6 photos).

Images captured while
recording a video

• Press [Shutter] to capture images while recording a video.

• Captured images will be saved automatically.

•

Captured images will be automatically resized, depending on the size
of the recorded video.

•

You cannot capture still images while recording high-speed videos.

•

You cannot capture still images when you pause the video recording.

•

The quality of images captured while recording a video may be lower
than those captured normally.

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Recording high-speed videos

You can record high-speed videos by setting frame rates.
High-speed videos will be played in slow motion at 30 FPS,
regardless of the frame rate of the video.

•

Memory cards with slow write speeds do not support high-speed
videos.

•

You cannot set Smart Filter effects or Smart Scene Detection mode
when recording high-speed videos.

•

The camera does not record audio when recording high-speed
videos.

•

The image quality of high-speed video may be lower than normal
speed video.

Rotate the mode dial to v.

1

•

You can record a high-speed video only in v mode.

Rotate the drive mode dial.

2

Icon Description

192 X 144 (480fps): Record 480 frames per second
(for up to 10 seconds).

384 X 288 (240fps): Record 240 frames per second
(for up to 10 seconds).

640 X 480 (120fps): Record 120 frames per second
(for up to 10 seconds).

Press (Video recording) to start recording.

3

Press (Video recording) again to stop recording.

4

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Using the Movie mode

Using the Smart Scene Detection mode

In Smart Scene Detection mode, your camera automatically
chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it
has detected.

Rotate the mode dial to v.

1

Press [m].

2

Select V  Smart Scene Detection  On.

3

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

4

Align your subject in the frame.

5

•

The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate
scene icon will appear at the top left of the screen.

Extended functions

Icon Description

Landscapes

Sunsets

Blue skies

Forested areas

Press (Video recording) to start recording.

6

Press (Video recording) again to stop recording.

7

•

If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses
the default settings for the Smart Scene Detection mode.

•

The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the
shooting conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to
the subject.

•

Smart Filter effects are not available in Smart Scene Detection mode.

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Shooting options

Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode.

Selecting a resolution and quality

Selecting a resolution
Setting the photo quality

Using the timer

Shooting in the dark

Preventing red-eye
How to use the flash
Using the flash
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity

Changing the camera’s focus

Using macro
Using auto focus
Focusing on a selected area
Using tracking auto focus
Adjusting the focus area

Using Face Detection

Detecting faces
Capturing a self portrait shot
Capturing a smile shot
Detecting eye blinking

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Using Smart Face Recognition
Registering faces as your favorites

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Tips for detecting faces

Adjusting brightness and color

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)
Locking the exposure value
Changing the metering option
Selecting a White Balance setting

Using burst modes

Capturing photos in the High-speed
burst mode
Capturing photos in the
Precapture mode
Capturing bracketed photos

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Applying the ND filter effect

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Selecting a resolution and quality

Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.

Selecting a resolution

As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include
more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on
a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will
also increase.

Setting the photo resolution

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Photo Size.

2

Select an option.

3

Icon Description

4000 X 3000: Print on an A1 paper.

4000 X 2672: Print on an A2 paper in wide ratio (3:2).

4000 X 2248: Print on an A2 paper in panorama ratio

(16:9) or play back on an HDTV.

3264 X 2448: Print on an A2 paper.

2832 X 2832: Print on an A3 paper in 1:1 ratio.

2592 X 1944: Print on an A4 paper.

1984 X 1488: Print on an A5 paper.

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Icon Description

1920 X 1080: Print on an A5 paper in panorama ratio
(16:9) or play back on an HDTV.

1024 X 768: Attach to an email.

Setting the video resolution

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select V  Movie Size.

2

Select an option.

3

Icon Description

1920X1080: High-quality HD files to play back on an
HDTV.

1280X720: HD files to play back on an HDTV.

640X480: SD files to play back on an analog TV.

For Sharing: Post on a website using the wireless

network (30 seconds maximum).

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Selecting a resolution and quality

Setting the photo quality

Set the photo quality setting. Higher image quality settings will
result in larger file sizes. The camera compresses and saves the
photos you capture in the JPEG format.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Quality.

2

Select an option.

3

Icon Description

Super Fine: Capture photos in super high quality.

Fine: Capture photos in high quality.

Normal: Capture photos in normal quality.

RAW: Capture photos and save them without any

changes.

RAW + S.Fine: Capture photos in super high quality

and RAW format.

RAW + Fine: Capture photos in high quality and RAW

format.

RAW + Normal: Capture photos in normal quality and

RAW format.

If you set the Continuous, Precapture, or Bracket mode, you cannot capture
photos in RAW format, and a RAW option will be set to Super Fine.

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What are RAW files?

Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to JPEG
format and stored in the memory according to the settings of the
camera at the time of shooting. RAW files are not transformed to
JPEG format and are stored in the memory without any changes.
RAW files have the file extension “SRW”
(For example:“SAM_0001.SRW”).
To adjust and calibrate exposures, white balances, tones,
contrasts, and colors of the RAW files, use the Samsung RAW
Converter program supplied in the software CD-ROM.
(See page 121.)

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Using the timer

Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting.

Rotate the drive mode dial to or .

1

▲

Capture a photo after

a 2-second delay.

Press [Shutter] to start the timer.

2

•

The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will
automatically capture a photo after the specified time has
elapsed.

•

Press [Shutter] to cancel the timer.

•

Depending on the Face Detection options you selected, the timer
function may not be available.

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▲

Capture a photo after

a 10-second delay.

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Shooting in the dark

Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions.

Preventing red-eye

If the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark,
a red glow may appear in the person’s eyes. To prevent this,
select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. Refer to flash options in
“Using the flash.”

Before correction

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pg

After correction

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Shooting options

How to use the flash

Slide the flash release to pop the flash up when it is need.

When the flash unit is closed, the flash does not fire regardless of
the selected option. When the flash unit pops up, the flash fires
according to the selected option.

•

While not in use, keep the flash unit closed to prevent damage.

•

Forcing open the flash unit may cause damage to your camera.

Press down gently to close.

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Using the flash

Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you
need more light in your photos.

Slide the flash release to pop the flash up when it is

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need.

In Shooting mode, press [F].

2

Flash : Auto

AdjustBack

Select an option.

3

Icon Description

Off:

•

The flash will not fire.

•

The camera will display the shake warning when
you are shooting in low light.

Auto: The camera will select a proper flash setting for
the scene it detects in Smart Auto mode.

Shooting options

Icon Description

Auto: The flash will fire automatically when the subject or
background is dark.

Red-eye:

•

The flash will fire twice when the subject or
background is dark to reduce the red-eye effect.

•

There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash.
Do not move until the flash fires a second time.

Fill in:

•

The flash always fires.

•

The camera automatically adjusts light intensity.

Slow Sync:

•

The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.

•

This option is recommended when you want to
capture more ambient light to reveal more details in
the background.

•

Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.

•

The camera will display the shake warning when
you are shooting in low light.

Red-eye Fix:

•

The flash fires twice when the subject or background
is dark. The camera corrects red-eyes through its
advanced software analysis.

•

There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash.
Do not move until the flash fires a second time.

Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions.

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•

Flash options are not available if you select Self-Portrait or
Blink Detection.

•

Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance
from the flash. (p. 174)

•

If light from the flash is reflected or there is a substantial amount of
dust in the air, tiny spots may appear in your photo.

•

You cannot use this function when the drive mode dial is set to
Continuous, Precapture, or Bracket.

•

In some modes, you can also set the flash option by pressing [m],
and then selecting a  Flash.

Rotate the navigation button or press [F/t] to adjust

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the intensity.

Flash : Auto

-2 +2

Back Set

Adjusting the flash intensity

Adjust the flash intensity to avoid over-exposed or under-exposed
photos.

In Shooting mode, press [F].

1

Scroll to an option.

2

Press [D].

3

Shooting options

Press [o] to save your settings.

5

•

Adjusting the flash intensity may not be effective if:

- the subject is too close to the camera

- you set a high ISO sensitivity

- the exposure value is too big or too small

•

In some shooting modes, you cannot use this function.

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Adjusting the ISO sensitivity

The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as
defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light
your camera becomes. Use a higher ISO sensitivity to capture
better photos and reduce camera shake when not using the
flash.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  ISO.

2

Select an option.

3

•

Select to use an appropriate ISO sensitivity based on the
brightness of the subject and lighting.

Higher ISO sensitivities may result in more image noise.

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Extending the ISO sensitivity

You can extend the ISO sensitivity to ISO 12800.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  ISO Expansion  On.

2

At ISO 12800, the resolution is automatically set to .

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Changing the camera’s focus

Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions.

Using macro

Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as
flowers or insects.

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Try to hold the camera firmly to prevent blurry photos.
Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 50 cm.

Shooting options

Using auto focus

To capture sharp photos, select the appropriate focus option
according to your distance from the subject.

In Shooting mode, press [c].

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Focus : Auto Focus (Normal)

Back Set

Changing the camera’s focus

Select an option.

2

Icon Description

Auto Focus (Normal): Focus on a subject farther than
40 cm away. Farther than 100 cm away when you use
the zoom.

Manual Focus: Focus on a subject by adjusting the
focus distance manually. (p. 73)

Macro: Manually focus on a subject that is 1–40 cm
from the camera. 40–100 cm when you use the zoom.

Auto Macro:

•

Focus on a subject farther than 1 cm away. Farther
than 40 cm away when you use the zoom.

•

This option is set automatically in some modes. You
cannot set it manually.

Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions.

Shooting options

Adjusting the focus distance manually

In Shooting mode, press [c].

1

Scroll to Manual Focus.

2

Press [D].

3

Rotate the navigation button or press [F/t] to adjust

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the focus distance.

Focus : Manual Focus

Back Set

Press [o] to save your settings.

5

•

When you adjust the focus distance manually and the subject is out of
focus, the photo may become blurry.

•

If you use this function, you cannot set focus area options, Face
Detection options, and Smart Zoom option.

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Changing the camera’s focus

Focusing on a selected area

You can focus on an area that you have selected.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Focus Area  Selection AF.

2

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

3

Press [o], and then rotate the navigation button or

4

press [

D/c/F/t

area.

Set

] to move the frame to a desired

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Press [o].

5

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

6

•

Press [o] to change the focus area.

•

If you use this function, you cannot set Face Detection options, Smart
zoom options, and Smart Filter effects.

•

You can use this function only when the drive mode dial is set to
Single.

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Changing the camera’s focus

Using tracking auto focus

Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject,
even when you are moving.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Focus Area  Tracking AF.

2

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

3

Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press

4

[

o

].

•

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as you move the camera.

Tracking AF

•

The white frame means that your camera is tracking the
subject.

•

When you half-press [Shutter], the green frame means that
your subject is in focus.

Shooting options

Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

5

•

If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the
center of the screen.

•

Tracking a subject may fail when:

- the subject is too small

- the subject moves excessively

- the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place

- colors or patterns on the subject and the background are the same

- the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds

- the camera shakes excessively

•

When tracking a subject fails, the focus frame will appear as a white
single-line frame ( ).

•

If the camera fails to track the subject, you must reselect the subject
to track.

•

If the camera fails to focus, the focus frame will change to a red
single-line frame ( ).

•

If you use this function, you cannot set Face Detection options,
Smart zoom, and Smart Filter effects.

•

You can use this function only when the drive mode dial is set to
Single.

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Changing the camera’s focus

Adjusting the focus area

You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus
area according to your subject's location in the scene.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Focus Area.

2

Select an option.

3

Icon Description

Center AF: Focus on the center of the frame (suitable
when subjects are located at or near the center).

Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas.

Selection AF: Focus on the area that you select. (p. 74)

Tracking AF: Focus on and track the subject. (p. 75)

Available shooting options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

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Using Face Detection

If you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera
adjusts the exposure automatically. Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. You can also use
Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them.

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Detecting faces

Your camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in one
scene.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Face Detection  Normal.

2

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

3

The face nearest the camera
or nearest the center of the
scene appears in a white
focus frame and the rest
of the faces appear in gray
focus frames.

The closer you are to the subjects, the quicker your camera will detect faces.

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Capturing a self portrait shot

Capture photos of yourself. The camera sets the focus distance
to close-up, and then emits a beep when ready.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Face Detection  Self-Portrait.

2

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

3

Compose your shot with the lens facing you.

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Using Face Detection

When you hear a quick beep, press [Shutter].

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If you turn Volume off in the sound settings, the camera will not emit a beep.
(p. 150)

Capturing a smile shot

The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a
smiling face.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Face Detection  Smile Shot.

2

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

3

Compose your shot.

4

•

The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects
a smiling face.

When your subject smiles
broadly, your camera can detect
the smile more easily.

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Using Face Detection

Detecting eye blinking

If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture
2 photos in succession.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Face Detection  Blink Detection.

2

Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.

3

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Using Smart Face Recognition

The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently
photograph. The Smart Face Recognition feature will automatically
prioritize the focus on those faces and on favorite faces.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Face Detection  Smart Face

2

Recognition.

•

: Faces that you have registered as favorites.

(To register faces as favorites, refer to page 80.)

•

: Faces that the camera has automatically registered.

•

The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending
on lighting conditions, drastic changes in the subject's pose or face,
and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses.

•

The camera can automatically register up to 12 faces. If the camera
recognizes a new face when 12 faces have already been registered, it
will replace the lowest priority face with the new one.

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Using Face Detection

Registering faces as your favorites (My Star)

You can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and
exposure on those faces.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Smart FR Edit  My Star.

2

Align your subject’s face with the oval guideline, and then

3

press [Shutter] to register the face.

Back Set

•

Capture photos of one person at a time when registering faces.

•

Capture 5 photos of the subject’s face for best results: one each from
the front, left, right, above, and below.

•

When capturing photos from the left, right, above, and below, instruct
the subject not to turn his or her face more than 30 degrees.

•

You can register a face even if you capture only one photo of the
subject's face.

Press [o] to register the face.

4

•

When you are finished registering the photos, the face list
appears.

•

Your favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list.

•

You can register up to 8 favorite faces.

•

The flash will not fire when you register a favorite face.

•

If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of the faces
in the face list.

•

The newly registered face appears at the top of the list.

Changing the rank of your favorite faces

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Smart FR Edit  Face List.

2

Press [f], and then select Edit Ranking.

3

Select a favorite face, and then press [o].

4

Rotate the navigation button or press [F/t] to change

5

the rank, and then press [

To change the rank of your favorite faces in Playback mode, refer to "Ranking
your favorite faces" on page 97.

f

].

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Using Face Detection

Deleting a favorite face

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Smart FR Edit  Face List.

2

Press [f], and then select Cancel My Star.

3

Select a favorite face, and then press [o].

4

Press [l].

5

When the pop-up message appears, select Yes.

6

To delete a favorite face in Playback mode, refer to "Deleting favorite faces"
on page 98.

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Tips for detecting faces

• When your camera detects a face, it tracks the detected face

automatically.

• Face Detection may not be effective when:

-

the subject is far from the camera (The focus frame will appear
orange for Smile Shot and Blink Detection.)

-

it is too bright or too dark

-

the subject is not facing the camera

-

the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask

-

the subject’s facial expression changes drastically

-

the subject is backlit or the lighting conditions are unstable

• Face Detection is not available when you set Smart Filter

effects, Image adjustment, Smart Zoom, Selection AF, Tracking
AF, or Manual Focus.

• When you set Face Detection options, the AF area is

automatically set to Multi AF.

• You cannot use this function when the drive mode dial is set to

Continuous, Precapture, or Bracket.

• When you capture photos of detected faces, they will be

registered in the face list.

• You can view registered faces in order of priority in Playback

mode. (p. 97) Even though faces are registered successfully,
they may not be classified in Playback mode.

• A face detected in Shooting mode may not appear in the face

list or Smart Album.

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Adjusting brightness and color

Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality.

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)

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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.

Select a value to adjust the exposure.

3

•

The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases.

EV : 1

Back Set

Darker (-)

S

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a or V  EV.

2

Neutral (0)S Brighter (+)

S

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Press [o] to save your settings.

4

•

Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will be stored automatically.
You may need to change the exposure value later to avoid
overexposure or underexposure.

•

If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select the AE BKT
(Auto Exposure Bracket) option (p. 89), and then capture bracketed
photos. The camera will capture 3 consecutive photos, each with a
different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 88)

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Adjusting brightness and color

Adjusting the exposure using the front wheel

In Shooting mode, press the front wheel.

1

Rotate the front wheel to adjust the exposure.

2

Press the front wheel again or [o] to save your

3

settings.

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Locking the exposure value

The adjusted exposure value locks when [L] is pressed, and
remains locked until [L] is pressed again.

Adjust the exposure manually. (p. 82)

1

Press [L].

2

•

The AEL icon turns on.

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Adjusting brightness and color

Changing the metering option

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The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera
measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your
photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a or V  Metering.

2

Select an option.

3

Icon Description

Multi:

•

Your camera divides the frame into several areas,
and then measures the light intensity of each area.

•

Suitable for general photos.

Spot:

•

Your camera measures only the light intensity at the
very center of the frame.

•

If a subject is not in the center of the frame, your
photo may be improperly exposed.

•

Suitable for a subject with backlighting.

Center-weighted:

•

Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire
frame with emphasis placed on the center.

•

Suitable for photos with subjects in the center of the
frame.

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Selecting a White Balance setting

The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the
light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic,
select a White Balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting
conditions, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten.

Auto WB

Cloudy

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Daylight

Tungsten

Adjusting brightness and color

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a or V  White Balance.

2

Select an option.

3

Icon Description

Auto WB: Automatically set the White Balance based

on the lighting conditions.

Daylight: For outdoor photos on a sunny day.

Cloudy: For outdoor photos on a cloudy day or in

shadows.

Fluorescent_H: For shooting under a daylight

fluorescent or 3-way fluorescent light.

Fluorescent_L: For shooting under white fluorescent

light.

Tungsten: For shooting indoor photos under

incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps.

Custom Set: To use White Balance settings that you

define. (p. 86)

Color Temp.: To adjust the color temperature of the

light source. (p. 86)

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Customizing preset White Balance options

You can customize preset White Balance options except
Auto WB and Custom Set.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a or V  White Balance.

2

Scroll to a desired option.

3

Press [D].

4

Rotate the navigation button or press [D/c/F/t]

5

to adjust the value on the coordinates.

White Balance : Daylight

•

G: Green

•

A: Amber

•

Back Set

Press [o] to save your settings.

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M: Magenta

•

B: Blue

Adjusting brightness and color

Customizing your own White Balance

You can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of
a white surface, such as a piece of paper, under the lighting
conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White
Balance feature will help you to match the colors in your photo
with the actual scene.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a or V  White Balance.

2

Scroll to Custom Set.

3

Aim the lens at a piece of white paper, and then press

4

[Shutter].

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Adjusting color temperature

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a or V  White Balance.

2

Scroll to Color Temp..

3

Press [D].

4

Rotate the navigation button or press [F/t] to adjust

5

the color temperature to match your light source.

•

You can capture a warmer photo with a higher color
temperature setting (more yellow/red), and a cooler photo with
a lower color temperature setting (more blue).

White Balance : Color Temp.

Back Set

Press [o] to save your settings.

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Using burst modes

It can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos.
Also, it can be difficult to adjust the exposure correctly and select a proper light source. In these cases, select one of the burst modes.

Capturing photos in the High-speed burst mode

Rotate the drive mode dial.

1

Icon Description

Single: Capture a single photo. Single is not a

high-speed burst option.

Continuous (3 fps): Capture 3 photos per second

continuously. (You can capture up to 10 photos in one

burst.)

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Icon Description

Continuous (5 fps): Capture 5 photos per second
continuously. (You can capture up to 10 photos in one
burst.)

Continuous (10 fps): Capture 10 photos per second
continuously. (You can capture up to 10 photos in one
burst.)

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

2

[Shutter] to focus.

Press and hold [Shutter].

3

•

While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera captures photos
continuously.

•

You cannot use the flash, Smart Zoom, Face Detection options, and
Smart Filter options when the drive mode dial is set to Continuous,
Precapture, or Bracket.

•

It may take longer to save the photos depending on the memory card
capacity and performance.

•

The camera always displays captured photos before returning to
Shooting mode.

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Using burst modes

Capturing photos in the Precapture mode

In Precapture mode, the camera starts shooting before you even
press the shutter all the way down. If you do not want to miss the
first couple of important shots, simply use this mode and select
the photo with the best results after shooting.

Rotate the drive mode dial to .

1

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

2

[Shutter] to focus.

•

The camera captures 9 photos continuously. If you release
[Shutter] too fast, the camera captures less than 9 photos.

Press [Shutter].

3

•

The camera captures the last photo and automatically saves
all 10 photos while you are half-pressing [Shutter].

•

If you do not press [Shutter] all the way down, the photos
captured while you are half-pressing [Shutter] will not be
saved.

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Capturing bracketed photos

You can use the automatic bracketing feature to capture multiple
photos of the same subject with different setting values slightly
modified, such as exposure or white balance.

Rotate the drive mode dial to .

1

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

2

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter].

3

•

The camera captures 3 photos continuously.

It may take longer to capture the photo. Use a tripod for best results.

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Using burst modes

Selecting a bracketing option

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Bracket.

2

Select a bracketing option.

3

Icon Description

WB BKT: Capture 3 photos with different white

balance.

AE BKT: Capture 3 photos with selected exposures.

Adjust the color for the selected light source

4

(white balance) or select an exposure value.

Press [o] to save your settings.

5

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Applying Smart Filter effects

Apply various filter effects to your photos and videos to create unique images.

Miniature Vignetting

Fish-eye Sketch

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a or V  Smart Filter.

2

Select an effect.

3

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Available filters in Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority,
and Manual modes

Option Description

Normal

Miniature

Vignetting

Ink Painting

Oil Painting

Cartoon

Cross Filter

Sketch

Soft Focus

Fish-eye

Old Film

Half Tone Dot

Classic

No effect

Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear
in miniature.

Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and
strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras.

Apply a watercolor painting effect.

Apply an oil painting effect.

Apply a cartoon painting effect.

Add lines that radiate outward from bright objects
to imitate the visual effect of a cross filter.

Apply a pen sketch effect.

Hide facial imperfections or apply dreamy effects.

Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of
a fisheye lens.

Apply a vintage film effect.

Apply a halftone effect.

Apply a black and white effect.

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Applying Smart Filter effects

Option Description

Retro

Zooming Shot

Apply a sepia tone effect.

Blur the edges of a photo to emphasize the
subjects in the center.

Available filters in Movie mode

Option Description

Normal

Palette Effect 1

Palette Effect 2

Palette Effect 3

Palette Effect 4

Miniature

Vignetting

Half Tone Dot

Sketch

Fish-eye

No effect

Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and strong
color.

Make scenes clean and clear.

Apply a soft brown tone.

Create a cold and monotone effect.

Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear
in miniature.

Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and
strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras.

Apply a halftone effect.

Apply a pen sketch effect.

Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of
a fisheye lens.

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Option Description

Classic

Retro

•

•

•

•

•

•

Apply a black and white effect.

Apply a sepia tone effect.

Depending on the option you select, the resolution may change to
or smaller automatically.
If you select Miniature, the miniature recording time is also displayed
and is shorter than the real recording time.
If you select Miniature you cannot record the video sound or capture
still images while recording a video.
Depending on the option you select, the recording speed may change
to and the recording resolution may change to or smaller
automatically.
If you set Smart Filter effects, you cannot set Smart Zoom, Face
Detection options, Image Adjustment options, Tracking AF, or
Selection AF.
You cannot use this function when the drive mode dial is set to
Continuous, Precapture, or Bracket

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Applying the ND filter effect

Use the ND (Neutral Density) filter to reduce the light intensity while retaining the original color. The ND filter is useful when you capture
photos in bright places with a large aperture value or slow shutter speed.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a or V  ND Filter.

2

Select an option.

3

Icon Description

Off: The ND filter is not active.

On: The ND filter is active.

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Adjusting your photos

Adjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos.

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In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select a  Image Adjust.

2

Select an option.

3

•

Contrast

•

Sharpness

•

Saturation

Image Adjust : Contrast

Contrast

Sharpness

Saturation

Back

Set

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Rotate the navigation button or the front wheel, or press

4

[

F/t

] to adjust each value.

Contrast Description

-

Decrease the color and brightness.

+

Increase the color and brightness.

Sharpness Description

Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for

-

editing the photos on your computer).

Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity of your

+

photos. This may also increase the noise in your
photos.

Saturation Description

-

Decrease the saturation.

+

Increase the saturation.

Press [o] to save your settings.

5

•

Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing).

•

If you set Image Adjustment options, you cannot set Smart Filter
effects or Face Detection options.

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Reducing the sound of the zoom

When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom. Use the Sound Alive function to reduce
zoom noise.

In Shooting mode, press [m].

1

Select v  Voice.

2

Select an option.

3

Icon Description

Sound Alive On: Turn on the Sound Alive function to
reduce the zoom noise.

Sound Alive Off: Turn off the Sound Alive function.
The camera can record the zoom noise.

Mute: Do not record sounds.

•

Do not block the microphone when you use the Sound Alive function.

•

Recordings made with Sound Alive may differ from actual sounds.

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Playback/Editing

Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to
connect your camera to your computer, TV, HDTV, or 3D TV.

Viewing photos or videos in
Playback mode

Starting Playback mode
Viewing photos
Playing a video

Editing a photo

Resizing photos
Rotating a photo
Applying Smart Filter effects
Adjusting your photos
Creating a print order (DPOF)

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Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV

Transferring files to your computer

Transferring files to your Windows OS

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computer
Transferring files to your Mac OS

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computer

Using programs on the computer

Installing CD-provided programs
Using iLauncher
Using Samsung RAW Converter

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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode

ISO

Flash

Photo

Size

e

Off

Learn how to play back photos or videos and how to manage files.

Starting Playback mode

View photos or play videos stored in your camera.

Press [P].

1

•

The most recent file will be displayed.

•

If the camera is off, it will turn on and display the most recent
file.

Rotate the navigation button or press [F/t] to scroll

2

through files.

•

Press and hold [F/t] to scroll through files quickly.

You may not be able to edit or play back files that were captured with other
cameras, due to unsupported sizes or codecs. Use a computer or another
device to edit or play back these files.

Playback/Editing

Photo file information

ISO

Off

Flash

Photo Size

Date

Dat

Album/Zoom In

Icon Description

Current file/Total files

Aperture value

Shutter speed

Folder name–File name

Photo captured in 3D Photo mode

Photo captured in a High-speed burst mode or in
Precapture mode (See Viewing files as a folder, p. 98)

Protected file

Print order has been set (DPOF)

To display file information on the screen, press [D].

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File Information

Histogram

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode

Video file information

Movie Size

Date

Album

Play Capture

Icon Description

Current file/Total files

Folder name-File name

Current playback time

Video length

V

Video file

Video includes images captured while recording

Video made in Creative Movie Maker mode

Protected file

Image captured while recording a video

To display file information on the screen, press [D].

Playback/Editing

Ranking your favorite faces

You can rank your favorite faces.

In Playback mode, press [m].

1

Select O  Face List Edit  Edit Ranking.

2

Edit Ranking

SelectBack

Select a face from the list, and then press [o].

3

Rotate the navigation button or press [F/t] to change

4

the ranking of the face, and then press [

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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode

Deleting favorite faces

You can delete your favorite faces.

In Playback mode, press [m].

1

Select O  Face List Edit  Cancel My Star.

2

Select a face, and then press [o].

3

Press [l].

4

When the pop-up message appears, select Yes.

5

Playback/Editing

Viewing files as a folder

Photos captured in a High-speed burst mode or in Precapture
mode appear as a folder.

In Playback mode, rotate the navigation button or press

1

[

F/t

] to scroll to a desired folder.

•

The camera will automatically play back photos in the folder.

Album/Zoom InSingle View

Press [o] to open the folder.

2

Rotate the navigation button or press [F/t] to scroll

3

through the files.

Press [o] to return to Playback mode.

4

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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode

Viewing files by category in Smart Album

View files by category, such as date, face, or file type.

In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left.

1

Press [m].

2

Select Filter  a category.

3

Filter
Share(Wi-Fi)

Back Set

Option Description

Type

View files by the file type.

Date

View files by the date they were saved.

Week

View files by the day of the week they were saved.

View files by recognized faces and favorite faces.

Face

(Up to 20 people)

Type
Date
Week
Face

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Rotate the navigation button or press [F/t] to scroll

4

through the files.

•

Press and hold [F/t] to scroll through files quickly.

Rotate [Zoom] to the right or press [o] to return to

5

Playback mode.

It may take some time for the camera to open Smart Album, change the
category, or reorganize files.

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