Samsung L730 User Manual
Instructions Getting to Know your camera
Use this camera in the following order.
Set up the camera driver
Take a picture
Insert the USB cable
Check the camera’s power
Take a picture. (p.20)
Before connecting the camera to a PC,
via the USB cable, you will need to set
up the camera driver. Install the camera
driver that is contained in Application
software CD-ROM. (p.96)
Insert the supplied USB cable into the
PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB
connection terminal. (p.99)
Check the camera’s power. If the power
is turned off, preset the camera button
to turn it on.
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the
cause of the camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory card etc.) to the
A/S centre.
Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend
to use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment.
Samsung takes no responsibility for any loss or damage that may result
from camera malfunction.
Keep this manual in a safe place.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to change without
prior notice for upgrading the camera functions.
Check [Removable Disk]
If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC,
the images could be damaged. When transferring the images taken with the
camera to your PC, be sure to use the supplied USB cable to connect the
camera to your PC. Please note that the manufacturer holds no responsibility
for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card
reader.
Open Windows’s EXPLORER and
search for [Removable Disk]. (p.99)
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Danger Warning
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. To do so may result in
fire, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. internal
inspection, maintenance and repairs should only be carried out by your
dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.
Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive
gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.
Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use
it. Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the power source. You must
contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. Do not continue to
use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera
through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber. This
may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric
shock.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals. Positioning the
flash too close to your subject’s eyes may cause eyesight damage.
For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of
children or animals to prevent accidents e.g.:
● Swallowing battery or small camera accessories. If an accident should
occur, please consult a doctor immediately.
● There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result
in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle
for a few minutes to allow it time to cool.
Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures,
such as a sealed vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extremes in
temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the
camera’s internal components and could cause a fire.
When in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. This may cause heat to
build up and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always use the camera
and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
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Caution Contents
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in a minor or moderate injury.
Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fire or injury.
● Use battery with the correct specification for the camera.
● Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire.
● Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed.
Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long
period of time. Otherwise the battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and
permanently damage the camera’s components.
Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do not touch
the flash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC
Charger. After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the
cable from the wall socket. Then make sure that any connector cords or
cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera. Failure
to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock.
Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear
image and possibly causing camera malfunction.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and do not
insert by force. It may cause breakage of cable or camera.
Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving magnetic
strip cards near the case.
READY
RECORDING
007 System chart
008 Identification of features
008 Front & Top
009 Back
010 Bottom
010 5 Function button
012 Connecting to a Power Source
015 Inserting the memory card
Instructions on how to use the memory card
016
018
When Using the Camera for the First Time
019 LCD monitor indicator
020 Starting the recording mode
020 How to use the AUTO mode
020 How to use the PROGRAM mode
021 How to use the ASR mode
021 How to use the MANUAL mode
022 How to use the SCENE modes
022 Portrait, Night scene mode
023 How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode
023 Recording the movie clip without sound
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Contents
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023 Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
024 Things to Watch Out for When Taking
Pictures
025 Using the camera buttons to set the
camera
025 POWER button
025 SHUTTER button
025 ZOOM W / T button
027 Info / Up button
027 Macro / Down button
029 Focus lock
029 Flash / Left button
031 Self-timer / Right button
032 MENU / OK button
033 Face recognition(FR) button
034 E (Effect) button
035 E (Effect) button : Colour
036 E (Effect) button : Saturation
037 E (Effect) button : FUN
037 Pre-set focus frame
038 Composite shooting
040 Photo Frame
041 Fn button
042 Size
SETUP
042 Quality / Frame rate
043 Metering
043 Drive mode
044 ISO
045 White balance
046 Exposure compensation
046 Movie Clip frame stabilizer
047 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the
camera settings
047 How to use the menu
048 Sharpness
048 Contrast
048 Focus Area
049 Voice Memo
049 Voice Recording
050 Recording the movie clip without voice
051 SCENE mode
051 Sound menu
052 Sound
052 Volume
052 Start up sound
052 Shutter sound
052 Beep Sound
Contents
PLAY
052 AF sound
053 Setup menu
054 Setup menu 1
054 File name
054 LANGUAGE
054 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
055 Imprinting the recording date
055 LCD brightness
055 Auto Focus lamp
055 Start up image
056 Setup menu 2
056 Quick view
056 Auto power off
056 LCD save
057 Selecting Video out type
058 Formatting a memory
058 Initialisation
059 Starting play mode
059 Playing back a still image
059 Playing back a movie clip
060 Movie clip capture function
060 On camera movie trimming
061 Playing back a recorded voice
061 Playing back a voice memo
062 LCD monitor Indicator
062 Using the camera buttons to set the camera
062 Thumbnail / Enlargement button
064 Info / Up button
064 Play & Pause / Down button
065 Left / Right / Menu / OK button
065 Printer button
065 Delete button
066 E (Effect) button : Resize
067 E (Effect) button : Rotating an image
067 E (Effect) button : Colour
068 E (Effect) button : Special Colour
068 Colour Filter
069 Colour mask
070 E (Effect) button : Image editing
070 Red eye Removal
070 Brightness control
070 Contrast control
070 Saturation control
070 Noise Effect
071 Effect (E button) : FUN
071 Cartoon
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Contents
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072 Preset focus frames
073 Composite image
075 Photo Frame
076 Sticker
076 Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor
078 Starting the slide show
078 Start the slide show
078 Selecting Images
079 Configure slide show effects
079 Setting play interval
079 Setting Background Music
080 Playback
080 Voice memo
080 Protecting images
081 Deleting images
081 DPOF
083 Copy To Card
084 PictBridge
085 PictBridge : Picture Selection
086 PictBridge : Print Setting
086 PictBridge : Reset
087 Important notes
088 Warning indicator
SOFTWARE
089 Before contacting a service centre
091 Specifications
094 Software Notes
094 System Requirements
095 About the software
096 Setting up the application software
098 Starting PC mode
101 Removing the removable disk
102 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
102 Using the USB Driver for MAC
Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE
102
103 Samsung Master
106 FAQ
System chart
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional
equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.
<Included items >
Camera case
DPOF compatible
printer (see p.81)
User manual,
Product warranty
SD memory card / MMC
Camera strap
(see p.17)
AC adapter (SAC-46) /
USB cable (SUC-C2)
Software CD
(see p.94)
Rechargeable battery
(SLB-0937)
Computer
(see p.99)
PictBridge compatible
printer (see p.84)
AV cable
External monitor
(see p. 57)
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Identification of features
Front & Top
Speaker
Flash
AF sensor/Self-timer lamp
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Shutter button
Mode dial
Power button
Lens
Microphone
Identification of features
Back
Camera status lamp
Zoom T button (Digital zoom)
Zoom W button (Thumbnail)
LCD monitor
E (Effect) button
Fn/Delete button
Eyelet for camera strap
5-function button
FR (Face Recognition) button
Play mode/Print button
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Identification of features
Bottom 5 Function button
Memory card slot
USB/AV connection terminal
Tripod socket
To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown above.
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Battery holder
Battery chamber
Battery chamber cover
Flash /
Left button
Information / Up button
MENU/OK button
Self-timer /
Right button
Macro / Down button
Play & Pause button
Identification of features
Self-timer lamp
Icon
Camera Status Lamp
Power on
After taking a picture
When the USB cable is
inserted to a PC
Transmitting Data with a PC
When the USB cable is
inserted to a printer
When the printer is
printing
When the AF activates
Status Description
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25-second intervals.
- For the first 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1
second intervals.
- For the final 2 seconds, the lamp blinks
quickly at 0.25-second intervals.
A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and
2 seconds later a second picture will be taken.
Status Description
The lamp turns on and off when the camera
is ready to take a picture
The lamp blinks while saving the image data
and turns off when the camera is ready to take
a picture
The lamp lights up (LCD monitor turns off after
initializing the device)
The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)
The lamp is off
The lamp blinks
The lamp turns on
(The camera focuses on the subject)
The lamp blinks
(The camera doesn't focus on the subject)
Mode icon : Refer to page 20~23 for more information about the
camera mode setting.
MODE Auto Program ASR Manual
ICON
MODE Portrait Night Movie Clip
ICON
MODE
ICON
MODE Dawn
ICON
Children
Landscape
Scene
Close-up Text Sunset
Back light
Fire works Beach & Snow
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Connecting to a Power Source
You should use the rechargeable battery SLB-0937 supplied with the
camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.
SLB-0937 rechargeable battery Specification
Model SLB-0937
Type Lithium Ion
Capacity 900mAh
Voltage 3.7V
Charging time(When the camera is turned off)
Number of images and battery life : Using the SLB-0937
Still image Movie
Number of
images
Approx. 200 shots
Approx. 200 shots
L830
L730
Battery life
Approx. 100 MIN
Approx. 100 MIN
Using the fully charged battery, Auto mode,
8M image size(L730 7M image size), Fine
image quality, Shot to shot interval: 30Sec.
Conditions
Changing the zoom position between the
Wide and the Tele after every shot. Using
the flash on every second shot. Using the
camera for 5 minutes and then Powering it
off for 1 minute.
These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and
shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user’s methods.
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Approx. 180 MIN
Recording time
Approx. 90 MIN
Using the
fully charged
battery
Conditions
640x480
image size
30fps frame
rate
Important information about battery usage.
When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.
Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long
periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to
leaking if kept inside the camera.
Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance of the
battery and you may experience reduced battery life.
Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.
During extended use of the camera, the camera body may
become warm. This is perfectly normal.
Connecting to a Power Source
You can charge the rechargeable battery SLB-0937 by using the SAC46 KIT which consists of the AC adapter (SAC-46) and the USB cable
(SUC-C2). When the SAC-46 and SUC-C2 are combined, they can be
used as an AC cable.
Using an AC cable
: Connect the AC adapter(SAC-46) to the USB
cable. It can be used as a power cable.
Using a USB cable
: Remove the AC adapter (SAC-46).
You can download stored images to your PC
(p.98) or supply the power to your camera
through the USB cable.
Important information about USB cable usage.
Use a USB cable (SUC-C2) with the correct specification.
If the camera is connected to the PC through a USB hub :connect
the camera directly to the PC.
the camera and other devices are connected to the PC at the
same time : remove other device.
If the USB cable is connected to a port located on the front of the
PC : remove the cable and connect it to a port located on the back
of the PC.
If the USB port of the PC doesn't meet the Power output
standard(5V, 500mA), the camera may not be charged.
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Connecting to a Power Source
How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0937)
Charging LED
Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions
and do not insert by force. It may cause breakage of cable or
camera.
If the charging LED of the AC Charger does not turn on or blink
after inserting the rechargeable battery, please check whether the
battery is inserted correctly.
If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery
can't charge fully. Turn the camera off while charging the battery.
Charging LED of the AC Adapter
Charging LED
Being Charged Red LED is on
Charging is complete Green LED is on
Charging error Red LED is off or blinking
Being discharged
(Using the AC adapter)
Orange coloured LED is on
- If you insert the fully discharged battery to charge it, do not turn on the
camera at the same time. The camera may not be turned on because of
the low battery capacity. Charge the battery for more than 10 minutes
before using the camera.
- Do not use the flash frequently or take a movie clip with the fully
discharged battery charged for a short time. Even if the charger
is inserted, the camera power may be turned off because the
rechargeable battery is discharged again.
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Connecting to a Power Source Inserting the memory card
Insert the battery as shown
- If the camera does not turn on after you
have inserted battery, please check
whether the battery is inserted with the
correct polarity (+ / -).
- When the battery chamber cover
is opened, do not press the battery
chamber cover by force. This may cause
damage to the battery chamber cover.
There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the
LCD monitor.
Battery indicator
Battery status
The battery is
fully charged
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge
or use spare
battery)
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge
or use spare
battery)
Battery
empty
(Recharge
or use spare
battery)
Insert the memory card as shown.
- Turn off the camera’s power before
inserting the memory card.
- Have the front of the memory card
facing toward the front of the camera
(Lens) and the card pins toward the
back of the camera (LCD monitor).
- Do not insert the memory card the wrong way round.
Doing so may damage the memory card slot.
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Instructions on how to use the memory card
Be sure to format the memory card (see p.58) if you are using a newly
purchased memory card for the first time, if it contains data that the
camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a
different camera.
Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted
or removed.
Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory
card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will need to purchase
a new memory card. Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered
by the Samsung warranty.
The memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.
Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic
or magnetic fields, e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.
Please do not use or store in an environment where there are
extremes in temperature.
Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact
with any liquid. Should this happen, clean the memory card with a soft
cloth.
Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the
memory card is warm. This is perfectly normal.
Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera. To
use the memory card in this camera, format the memory card using
this camera.
Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or
memory card reader.
If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded
data may become corrupted :
- When the memory card is used incorrectly.
- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while
recording, deleting (formatting) or reading.
Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g.
floppy disks, hard disks, CD etc.
If there is insufficient memory available :
A [Memory Full!] message will appear and the camera will not operate.
To optimise the amount of memory in the camera, replace the memory
card or delete unnecessary images stored on the memory card.
Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is
blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.
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Instructions on how to use the memory card
The camera can use SD/ SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media
Cards).
Card pins
Write protect
switch
Label
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
The SD/ SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents
image files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch to the
bottom of the SD memory card, the data will be protected. By sliding
the switch to the top of the SD memory card, the data protection will be
cancelled.
Slide the switch to the top of the SD memory card before taking a picture.
When using a 256MB MMC memory, the specified shooting capacity will
be as follows. These figures are approximate as image capacities can be
affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type.
- L830
Recorded image size
Still
image
*Movie
clip
Super Fine
Fine
Normal
53 104 151
63 118 197
76 144 223
94 181 256
142 264 363
459 710 822
30FPS 20FPS 15FPS
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About 9'02"-About 17'37"
About 36'36"-About 60'21"
About 8'48"
-
- L730
Recorded image size
Still
image
*Movie
clip
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
The zoom button doesn’t function during the movie recording.
Super Fine
Fine
Normal
67 128 188
80 157 223
30FPS 20FPS 15FPS
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--95 183 269
95 183 269
142 269 363
459 710 822
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About 9'02"-About 17'37"
About 36'36"-About 60'21"
About 8'48"
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When Using the Camera for the First Time
Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using the camera for the
first time.
When the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed
to set date / time and language in the LCD monitor. This menu will not
be displayed after setting up. Set up the date / time and language before
using this camera.
Setting up the Language
1. Select the [Language] menu by pressing
the UP/ DOWN button and press the
RIGHT button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing
the UP / DOWN button and press the OK
button.
You can select one of 22 languages. These are listed below :
- English, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, S.Chinese,
T.Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish,
Swedish, Finnish, Thai, Bahasa (Malay/ Indonesian), Arabic,
Czech, Polish, Hungarian and Turkish.
Even if the camera is restarted, the language setting will be
maintained.
SETUP1
Date&Time
Back Set
ENGLISHLanguage
FRANÇAIS
DEUTSCH
ESPAÑOL
ITALIANO
OK
Setting up the date, time and date type
1. Select the [Date&Time] menu by pressing
the UP/ DOWN button and press the
RIGHT button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing
the UP/ DOWN/ LEFT/ RIGHT button and
press the OK button.
RIGHT button : Selects YEAR/ MONTH/ DAY/HOUR/ MINUTE/
DATE TYPE
LEFT button : Moves the cursor to the [Date&Time] main menu if the
cursor is at the first item of the date and time setup. In
all other instances, the cursor will be shifted to the left
of its current position.
UP/ DOWN button : Changes the value of each item.
SETUP1
Language
Date&Time
Back Set
07/07/01
12:00
yy/mm/dd
OK
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LCD monitor indicator
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and
selections.
1 ) (&*
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
9 -
[Image & Full Status]
No. Description Icons Page
1 Recording mode p.11
2 Color / Saturation p.35/36
3 Face Recognition p.33
4 Flash p.31
5 Self-timer p.32
6 Macro p.27
No. Description Icons Page
7 Contrast p.48
8 Sharpness p.48
9
^
%
$
#
@
!
~
=
Auto Focus Frame
10
Camera shake Warning
11 Date / Time 2007/07/01 01:00 PM p.54
Exposure compensation
12
13
White Balance
14
15
ISO
L830
L730
Drive mode /
Stabiliser
16 Metering p.43
Image Quality / Frame Rate
17
18
Image
Size
L830
L730
p.48
p.21
p.46
p.45
p.44
p.43/46
p.42
p.42
19 Battery p.15
Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
20
Digital Zoom rate
p.26
21 Voice Memo/Mic. Off p.49/50
Number of available shots
22
remaining / Remaining time
Memory card icon /
23
Internal memory icon
6/00:00:00
p.17
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the AUTO mode
Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal
user interaction.
1. Insert the batteries (p.15). Insert the
batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card (p.15). As this
camera has a 10MB internal memory, you
do not need to insert the memory card. If
the memory card is not inserted, an image
will be stored in the internal memory. If the
memory card is inserted, an image will be
stored on the memory card.
3. Close the battery chamber cover.
4. Press the power button to turn on the camera. (If the date/ time that
is displayed on the LCD monitor is incorrect, reset the date/ time
before taking a picture.)
5. Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by
using the LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter
button down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus
on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera is unable to
capture an image clearly.
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Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
How to use the PROGRAM mode
Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal
settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the aperture
value and shutter speed.
1. Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating the
mode dial.
2. Press the Fn button to configure advanced
functions such as Image Size (p.42), Quality
(p.42), Metering (p.43), Drive mode (p.43),
ISO (p.44), White Balance (p.45), and
Exposure Value(p.46).
Starting the recording mode
How to use the ASR mode
This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a
well-exposed image in dim conditions.
1. Select the ASR mode by rotating the
Mode dial.
2. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD
monitor.
3. Press the shutter button to capture an
image.
Things to watch out for using the ASR mode
- The digital zoom will not operate in the ASR mode.
- If the lighting condition is brighter than fluorescent lighting conditions,
the ASR will not activate.
- If the lighting condition is darker than in fluorescent lighting conditions,
camera shake warning indicator (
only take pictures in situations where the camera shake warning
indicator ( ) is not displayed.
- If the subject is moving, the captured image may be blurred.
- Avoid moving the camera while the [Capturing!] message is displayed
to achieve a better result.
- As the ASR uses the camera's digital signal processor, it may take a
little longer for the camera to process and save the images.
L830 : If the image size is or , the ASR mode can't be selected.
-
-
L730 : If the image size is or , the ASR mode can't be selected.
) will display. For best results
How to use the MANUAL mode
You can manually configure all functions aperture value and shutter
speed.
1. Select the MANUAL mode by rotating the
mode dial.
2. Press the Fn button and menu for the shutter
speed and aperture value will display.
Up / Down button : changes aperture value
Left / Right button : changes shutter speed.
3. Press the Fn button twice and take an image.
Smaller Aperture values make the object sharp but blur the
background. Larger Aperture values make both the object and
background sharp.
High Shutter speeds can capture a moving object in a still image as
if the object is not moving. Low Shutter speeds can capture a moving
object with an ‘active’ effect.
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Starting the recording mode
CAF
How to use the SCENE modes
Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of
shooting situations.
1. Select the Scene mode by rotating the
Mode dial.
2. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD
monitor.
3. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
The scene modes are listed below.
[Children] ( ) : To take a picture of fast moving objects,
for example, children.
[Landscape] (
[Close Up] (
) : To take pictures of distant scenery.
) : Close-up shooting for small objects such as
plants and insects.
[Text] (
[Sunset] (
[Dawn] (
[Backlight] (
) : Use this mode to shoot a document.
) : For taking pictures of sunsets.
) : Daybreak scenes.
) : Portrait without shadows caused by
backlight.
[Firework] (
[Beach & Snow] (
) : Firework scenes.
) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape
scenes.
CAF
CAF
Portrait, Night scene mode
Select a desired mode by rotating the mode dial.
- Portrait : To take a picture of a person.
- Night : Use this for shooting still images at night or in other dark
conditions.
[PORTRAIT mode]
[NIGHT mode]
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time
of the memory capacity allows.
1. Select the Movie clip mode by rotating the
Mode dial.
2. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD
monitor.
3. Press the shutter button once and movie
clips are recorded for as long as the
available recording time allows. Movie clips
will still be recorded if the shutter button
is released. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button
again.
Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 800x592, 640x480, 320x240(Selectable)
- Movie clip file type : AVI (MPEG-4)
- Frame Rate : 30FPS, 20FPS, 15FPS
- When the 800X592 image size is selected, the 30FPS and 15FPS
can't be selected. And when the 640x480 or 320x240 image size
is selected, 20FPS can't be selected.
Recording the movie clip without sound
You can record the movie clip without sound.
Steps from 1-3 are the same as those for
MOVIE CLIP mode.
4. Press the Menu button.
5. Select the [RECORDING] menu by pressing the Left / Right button.
6. Press the Down button to select the [Voice Mute] menu and press the
Right button.
7. Select the [On] menu by pressing the Up / Down button.
8. Press the OK button. You can record a movie without sound.
Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)
This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes,
while recording a movie clip. Using this function, you can record your
favourite scenes into a movie clip without having to create multiple
movie clips.
Using Successive Recording
Steps from 1-2 are the same as those for
MOVIE CLIP mode.
3. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD
monitor. Press the shutter button and
movie clips are recorded for as long as the
available recording time. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter
button is released.
4. Press the Pause button ( ) to pause recording.
5. Press the Pause button ( ) again to resume the recording.
6. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
Stop REC
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Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
Pressing the shutter button down half way.
Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery
charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.
[Lightly press the shutter button]
The available memory capacity may vary depending on shooting
conditions and camera settings.
When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting
condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) may appear on the
LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod, support the camera on a solid
surface or change to flash shot mode.
Shooting against the light : Please do not take pictures against the sun.
Doing so may make the picture dark. To
take a picture against the light, please use
the [BACKLIGHT] in the scene shooting
mode (see page 22), fill-in flash (see
page 30), spot metering (see page 43), or
exposure compensation (see page 46).
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
[Press the shutter button]
Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as
expected.
- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.
- If the subject is highly reflective or shiny.
- If the subject is moving at high speed.
- When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is very
bright.
- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is
very narrow (such as a stick or flagpole).
- When the surroundings are dark.
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Using the camera buttons to set the camera
The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.
POWER button
Used for turning the camera’s power on / off.
If there is no operation during the specified
time, the camera's power will be turned off
automatically to save battery life.
Refer to page 56 for more information about
the auto power off function.
SHUTTER button
Used for taking an image or recording voice in the RECORDING mode.
In MOVIE CLIP mode
Pressing the shutter button down fully starts
the process for recording a movie clip.
Press the shutter button once and the movie
clip is recorded for as long as the available
recording time in the memory allows. If you
wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
In STILL IMAGE mode
Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and
checks the condition of the flash. Pressing the shutter button down fully
takes and stores the image. If you select voice memo recording, the
recording will start after the camera has finished storing the image data.
ZOOM W / T button
If the menu is not displayed, this button works
as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM
button.This camera has a 3X optical zoom
and a 5X digital zoom function.
Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 15X.
TELE Zoom
Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom
Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom
[WIDE zoom]
into the subject i.e. the subject will appear
nearer.
is selected, pressing the ZOOM T button
activates the digital zoom software. Releasing
ZOOM T button stops the digital zooming at
the required setting. Once the maximum digital
zoom (5X) is achieved, pressing the ZOOM T
button will have no effect.
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
[TELE zoom] [Digital zoom 5.0X]
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
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ZOOM W / T button
WIDE Zoom
Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will zoom
[TELE zoom]
Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation, pressing
Optical zoom
Digital zoom
out from the subject i.e. the subject will appear
further away. Pressing the ZOOM W button
continuously will set the camera to its minimum
zoom setting i.e. the subject appears at its
furthest from the camera.
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
[Optical zoom 2X]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
[WIDE zoom]
the ZOOM W button will reduce the digital
zooming in steps. Releasing ZOOM W button
stops digital zooming. Pressing the ZOOM W
button will reduce the digital zoom and then it
will continue to reduce the optical zoom until the
minimum setting is reached.
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the
camera to process. Allow time for this to take place.
The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.
You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital
zoom.
To view a clearer digital zoom image, press the shutter button
halfway at the maximum optical zoom position and press the zoom
T button again.
The digital zoom can't be activated in some Scene modes (Children,
Text, Close-up, Fireworks), Night mode, Motion Capture mode,
ASR mode, movie clip mode and Face recognition.
Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera
malfunction.
If the Zoom buttons are being pressed during the Movie clip shots,
the voice will not recorded.
[Digital zoom 5.0X]
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[TELE zoom]
[WIDE zoom]
( )
Info
While the menu is showing, the Up button operates as a direction button.
In the recording modes or playback mode, pressing this button will
display the image information.
/ Up button
Info ( ) button
Macro
While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the
main menu to a sub menu, or to move down the sub menu. When the
menu is not showing, you can use the MACRO / DOWN button to take
macro pictures.
The distance ranges are shown below. Press the Macro button until the
desired macro mode indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
( )
/ Down button
[Auto Focus] [Macro ( )]
[Auto Macro ( )]
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Macro
Types of focus mode and focus range (W : Wide, T : Tele)
( )
/ Down button
Mode Auto ( ) Program ( )
Focus Type
Focus range
Auto macro
W : 10~
Infinity
T : 50~
Infinity
When the macro mode is selected, be particularly careful to avoid
( )
Normal
W : 80~
T : 80~
Infinity
Infinity
Macro
( )
W : 10~80
T : 50~80
camera shake.
When you take a picture within 20cm (Wide zoom) or 50cm
(Tele zoom) in the Macro mode, select the FLASH OFF mode.
When you take a picture within the 10cm macro range, the auto-
focus on the camera will take longer to set the correct focus
distance.
Normal
W : 80~
T : 80~
(Unit: cm)
Infinity
Infinity
Available focusing method, by recording mode
( : Selectable, : Infinity focus range)
Mode Auto macro Macro Normal
Mode
Auto macro Macro Normal
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Focus lock Flash
To focus on a subject not positioned in the centre of the picture, use the
focus lock function.
Using the Focus Lock
1. Ensure the subject is in the centre of the autofocus frame.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. When the green auto focus
frame lights up, it means the camera is focused on the subject. Be
careful not to press the SHUTTER button all the way down to avoid
taking an unwanted picture.
3. With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway, move
the camera to recompose your picture as desired, and then press
the SHUTTER button completely to take the picture. If you release
your finger from the SHUTTER button, the focus lock function will be
cancelled.
1. The image to be
captured.
2. Press the SHUTTER
button halfway and
focus on the subject.
3. Recompose the picture
and fully depress the
SHUTTER button.
When the menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor, pressing the LEFT button makes the
cursor shift to the left tab.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD
monitor, the LEFT button operates as the
FLASH button.
Selecting the flash mode
1. Press the Mode button to select a RECORDING mode with the
exception of the Movie clip mode or the ASR mode.
2. Press the Flash button until the desired flash mode indicator is
displayed on the LCD monitor.
3. A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
Use the correct flash to suit the environment.
Flash range
ISO
AUTO 0.3 ~ 4.6 0.5 ~ 2.6 0.2 ~ 0.8 0.5 ~ 0.8 0.2 ~ 4.6 0.5 ~ 2.6
( )
/ Left button
[Selecting the Auto flash]
(Unit: m)
Normal Macro Auto macro
WIDE TELE WIDE TELE WIDE TELE
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