To use this camera with a PC,
install the application software
fi rst. After this has been done, the
stored images in the camera can be
moved to the PC and can be edited
by an image editing program. (p.83)
Take a picture. (p.18)
Insert the supplied USB cable
into the PC’s USB port and the
camera’s USB connection
terminal. (p.85)
Check the camera’s power. If the
power is turned off, preset the
camera button to turn it on.
Open Windows’s EXPLORER
and search for [Removable Disk].
(p.86)
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual
thoroughly.
If 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.
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.
The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to
change without prior notice for upgrading the camera functions.
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Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or
other countries.
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All brand and product names appearing in this manual are
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
1
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 fi re, 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 fl ammable 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 fi re or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or infl ammable foreign objects into
the camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and
battery chamber. This may cause a fi re or electric shock.
Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a
risk of electric shock.
2
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Do not use the fl ash in close proximity to people or animals.
Positioning the fl ash 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 fi re.
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 fi re. Always
use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
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 fi re or injury.
- Use battery with the correct specifi cation for the camera.
- Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fi re.
- 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 fi re the fl ash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do
not touch the fl ash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using
the AC adapter. 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 fi re 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 fl ash when you capture an image.
Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving
magnetic strip cards near the case.
Never connect the 20 pin connector to the USB port of a PC. This
carries a high risk of computer malfunction.
READY
07
RECORDING
17
007 System chart
008 Identifi cation of features
008 Front & Top
009 Back
010 Bottom
010 5 Function button
011 Self-timer lamp
011 Camera Status Lamp
011 Mode icon
012 Connecting to a Power Source
014 Inserting the memory card
Instructions on how to use the memory card
015
017 LCD monitor indicator
018 Starting the recording mode
018 How to use the Auto mode
018 How to use the Program mode
019 How to use the Manual mode
019 How to use the DIS mode
020 Using the Photo Help Guide mode
021 How to use the Portrait mode
021 How to use the Scene modes
022 How to use the Movie clip mode
Recording the movie clip without sound
022
3
Contents
022 Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
023 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
024 Using the camera buttons to set the camera
024 POWER button
024 SHUTTER button
024 ZOOM W/T button
026 Face Detection(FD) button
027 Function Description / Info / Up button
028 Macro / Down button
029 Focus lock
030 Flash / Left button
032 Self-timer / Right button
033 MENU / OK button
034 E (Effect) button
034 E (Effect) button : Colour
035 E (Effect) button : Sharpness
035 E (Effect) button : Contrast
035 E (Effect) button : Saturation
036 Fn button
036 How to use the Fn menu
037 Size
037 Quality / Frame rate
038 Metering
4
SETUP
038 Drive mode
039 ISO
039 White balance
040 Exposure compensation
041 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the
41
camera settings
041 Recording
041 How to use the menu
042 Auto Focus type
042 ACB
043 Voice Memo
043 Voice Recording
044 Recording the movie clip without voice
044 SCENE mode
045 Sound menu
045 Sound
045 Volume
045 Start up sound
045 Shutter sound
046 Beep Sound
046 AF sound
046 Self Portrait
046 Setup menu
047 Display
Contents
047 Language
048 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
048 Start up image
048 Display Bright
049 Quick view
049 Display SAVE
049 Settings
049 Formatting a memory
050 Initialisation
050 File name
051 Imprinting the recording date
051 Auto power off
052 Selecting Video out type
052 Auto Focus lamp
053 Starting play mode
PLAY
053 Playing back a still image
53
053 Playing back a movie clip
054 Movie clip capture function
054 Playing back a recorded voice
054 Playing back a voice memo
055 LCD monitor Indicator
055 Using the camera buttons to set the camera
055 Thumbnail / Enlargement button
057 Info / Up button
057 Play & Pause / Down button
058 Left / Right / Menu / OK button
058 Printer button
058 Delete button
059 E (Effect) button : Resize
060 E (Effect) button : Rotating an image
060 E (Effect) button : Colour
061 E (Effect) button : Image editing
061 ACB
061 Red eye removal
062 Brightness control
062 Contrast control
062 Saturation control
063 Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor
064 Starting the Multi Slide Show
064 Start the Multi Slide Show
065 Selecting Images
065 Confi gure Multi Slide Show effects
066 Setting play interval
066 Setting Background Music
066 Playback
066 Voice memo
067 Deleting images
067 Protecting images
5
Contents
068 DPOF
070 Copy To Card
071 PictBridge
072 PictBridge : Picture Selection
072 PictBridge : Print Setting
073 PictBridge : Reset
073 Important notes
075 Warning indicator
076 Before contacting a service centre
078 Specifi cations
SOFTWARE
81
6
081 Software Notes
081 System Requirements
082 About the software
083 Setting up the application software
085 Starting PC mode
088 Removing the removable disk
089 Samsung Master
092 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
092 Using the USB Driver for MAC
093 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
Software CD
(see p.82)
Optional items
SD/SDHC memory card / MMC
(see p.14)
Rechargeable battery
(SLB-0837(B))
User manual,
Product warranty
Camera case
AC adapter (SAC-47) /
USB cable (SUC-C3)
AV cableCamera strap
7
Identifi cation of features
Front & Top
Mode dial
Shutter button
Power button
Flash
Self-timer lamp / AF
sensor
USB / AV connection
8
terminal
Lens/ Lens cover
Microphone
Speaker
Identifi cation of features
Back
LCD monitor
Camera status lamp
Zoom T button (Digital zoom)
Zoom W button (Thumbnail)
E (Effects) button
Strap eyelet
Face Detection(FD) button
Fn / Delete button
5 function button
Play mode / Printer button
9
Identifi cation of features
Bottom
Battery chamber cover
Tripod socket
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To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown
above.
10
Battery chamber
Battery
holder
Memory card slot
5 Function button
Flash /
Left button
Function Description /
Information / Up button
MENU / OK button
Self-timer /
Right button
Macro / Down button /
Play & Pause button
Identifi cation of features
Self-timer lamp
IconStatusDescription
- For the fi rst 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
intervals.
- For the fi nal 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25-second intervals.
For the 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.
After pressing the Shutter button, the image is taken
in accordance with the subject’s movement.
Camera Status Lamp
StatusDescription
Power on
After taking a picture
When fl ash battery is charging
When the USB cable is
inserted to a PC
Transmitting Data with a PC
When the USB cable is
inserted into a printer
When the printer is printing
When the AF activates
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 blinks
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 focus on the subject)
The lamp blinks
(The camera doesn’t focus on the subject)
Mode icon
Refer to page 18 for more information about the camera mode setting.
MODEAutoProgramManualDIS
ICON
MODE
ICON
MODE
ICON
MODETextSunsetDawnBacklight
ICON
MODEFirework
ICON
Š‰ÿ
Photo Help
Guide
_
NightsceneChildrenLandscapeClose up
PortraitSceneMovie
SCENE
†
Beach&Snow
-
-
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Connecting to a Power Source
You should use the rechargeable battery SLB-0837(B) supplied with
the camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.
SLB-0837(B) rechargeable battery Specifi cation
ModelSLB-0837(B)
Type Lithium lon
Capacity 800mAh
Voltage 3.7V
C
harging time
Number of images and battery life: Using the SLB-0837(B)
Battery life /
Number of images
Still image
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These fi gures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions
Approx. 120 MIN /
Approx. 240 shots
MovieApprox. 120 MIN
Approximately 150 Minutes
Conditions
Using the fully charged battery, Auto
mode, 10M image size, Fine image
quality, Shot to shot interval: 30Sec.
Changing the zoom position between
the Wide and the Tele after every shot.
Using the fl ash on every second shot.
Using the camera for 5 minutes and
then powering it off for 1 minute.
Using the fully charged battery
640x480 image size
30fps frame rate
and shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user’s
methods.
12
Important information about battery usage.
When camera is not in use, turn off the 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.
You can charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837(B)) by using
the SAC-47 KIT which consists of the AC adapter (SAC-47) and
the USB cable (SUC-C3). When the SAC-47 and SUC-C3 are
combined, they can be used as an AC cable.
- Using an AC cable
: Connect the AC adapter to the
USB cable. It can be used as a
power cable.
- Using a USB cable
: Remove the AC adapter (SAC-47).
You can download stored images
to your PC (p.85) or supply the
power to your camera through the
USB cable.
Connecting to a Power Source
Important information about USB cable usage.
Use a USB cable (SUC-C3) with the correct specifi cation.
If the camera is connected to the PC through a USB hub :
connect the camera directly to the PC.
If 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
(4.2V, 400mA), the camera may not be charged.
How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837(B))
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 won’t
be fully charged. Turn the camera off while charging the battery.
Charging LED of the AC Adapter
Charging LED
Being ChargedRed LED is on
Charging is completeGreen LED is on
Charging errorRed LED is off or blinking
Being discharged
(Using the AC adapter)
If you insert the fully discharged battery to charge it, do not turn on
Orange coloured LED is 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 fl ash 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.
13
Connecting to a Power Source
Insert the battery as shown
- If the camera does not turn on
after you have inserted battery,
please check whether the
battery (+ / -).
- When the battery chamber
cover is opened, do not force
the battery chamber cover,
this may damage it.
There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on
the LCD monitor.
Battery
indicator
Battery
status
When using the camera and the battery in a place that is excessively cold or hot,
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the battery status on the LCD may be different from the actual battery status.
ihg
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)
Inserting the memory card
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 back of
the camera (LCD monitor) and
the card pins toward the front
of the camera (Lens).
- Do not insert the memory card
the wrong way round.
Doing so may damage the
memory card slot.
14
Instructions on how to use the memory card
Be sure to format the memory card (see p.49) if you are using
a newly purchased memory card for the fi rst 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 fi elds, 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. fl oppy disks, hard disks, CD etc.
If there is insuffi cient 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.
15
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 fi les from being deleted or formatted. By sliding
the switch to the bottom of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data
will be protected. By sliding the switch to the top of the SD/SDHC
memory card, the data protection will be cancelled.
Slide the switch to the top of the SD/SDHC memory card before
taking a picture.
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When using a 1GB SD memory, the specifi ed shooting capacity will be
as follows. These fi gures are approximate as image capacities can be
affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type.
Recorded image
size
Still
image
*Movie
clip
The zoom button doesn’t function during the movie recording.
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
You can record videos of up to 4GB or 2hours each.
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,
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;
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.
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Super
Fine
Fine
219
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304
241
About
341
395
290
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412
366
About
507
1089
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1458
1907
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2204
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30 FPS15 FPS
507-550-619-660--
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About 14'15" About 28'02"
About 51'32"
About 01:41'47"
LCD monitor indicator
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting
functions and selections.
[Image & Full Status]
No.DescriptionIconsPage
1Recording mode
Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
2
Digital Zoom rate
Voice Memo / Without Sound
3
Number of available shots
4
remaining
Remaining time00:00:00p.16
/
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Ç
3p.16
p.18
p.24
p.43/44
No.DescriptionIconsPage
Memory card icon /
5
Internal memory icon
6Battery
7Image Size
8
Image Quality / Frame Rate
9Metering
10Drive mode
11
12
13
14
15
16Saturation / Color
17Sharpness
18Contrast
19Macro
20Self-timer
21Flash
22
23
ISO
White Balance
Exposure compensation
Camera shake Warning
Auto Focus Frame
Aperture Value / Shutter Speed
Face Detection /
Self Portrait
F3.0, 1/30p.19
/
-
p.14
p.37
p.37
p.38
p.38
p.39
p.39
p.40
p.23
p.42
p.35
p.35
p.35
p.28
p.32
p.30
p.26/27
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the Auto mode (
Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user
interaction.
1.
Insert the batteries (p.14). Insert the
batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card (p.14). As this
camera has a 16MB 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.
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.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the fl ash when you capture an image.
18
µ
)
How to use the Program mode ( )
Selecting the automatic mode will confi gure the camera with
optimal settings. You can still manually confi gure 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 confi gure
advanced functions such as Image
Size (p.37), Quality (p.37), Metering
(p.38), Drive mode (p.38), ISO (p.39),
White Balance (p.39) and Exposure
Value(p.40).
Starting the recording mode
How to use the Manual mode ( ¸ )
You can manually confi gure 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
Left / Right button : changes shutter
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.
value
speed.
How to use the DIS mode (
Digital Image Stabilisation (DIS) mode.
This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get
a well-exposed image in dim conditions.
Select the DIS mode by rotating the mode dial.
1.
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 DIS mode
1. The digital zoom will not operate in the
DIS mode.
2. If the lighting condition is brighter than
fl uorescent lighting conditions, the DIS
will not activate.
3. If the lighting condition is darker than in
fl uorescent lighting conditions, camera
shake warning indicator ( Ã ) will display. For best results only
take pictures in situations where the camera shake warning
indicator ( Ã ) is not displayed.
4. If the subject is moving, the captured image may be blurred.
5. Avoid moving the camera while the [Capturing!] message is
displayed to achieve a better result.
6. As the DIS uses the camera's digital signal processor, it may
take a little longer for the camera to process and save the
images.
7.
If the image size is
(;)
)
or (.), the DIS mode can’t be selected.
19
Starting the recording mode
Using the Photo Help guide mode ( ` )
Helps the user learn the correct picture taking
method and includes solutions for potential
problems that may occur. This also enables the
user to practice the best way to take the pictures.
20
PHOTO HELP GUIDE
Features to use when the image is out of focus
Features to counter camera shake
Features to use in low light conditions
Features to use when adjusting brightness
Features to use when adjusting colours
Move Next
Guide list
MENU
Pressing the
Left/Right button
Pressing the shutter button
[Function that can be used when focusing is diffi cult]
Available functions of the photo help guide
Function that can be used when focusing is diffi cult
Functions that can be used when the image is blurred
Function that can be used when fi lming in the dark
Function that can be used when adjusting the picture brightness
Function that can be used when adjusting the picture colour
Features to use when the image is out of focus
Half press shutter button to focus
To focus on a subject 80cm or more away
To focus on a subject less than 80 cm away
To focus on people’s faces
Back Next
±
Pressing the
MENU button
Practice begins when
you press the shutter.
Guide list
MENU
Pressing the
Left/Right button
Pressing the Right button
Half press shutter button to focus
Focusing status can be checked
by half-pressing shutter button
- Green: Focusing successful
- Red: Focusing failed
±
Back Practice
Pressing the Up/
Down button
Half press shutter button to focus
When focusing is successful, fully
press the shutter button to shoot.
If focusing fails, half press the
button again.
±
Back Practice
1/2
2/2
Starting the recording mode
How to use the Portrait mode ( )
Please select this mode for quick and easy
portraits.
1. Select Portrait mode using mode dial.
2. Press the shutter button to capture an
image.
How to use the Scene modes ( )
Use the menu to easily confi gure optimal
settings for a variety of shooting situations.
1. Select the Scene mode by rotating the
Mode dial. (p.44)
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.
[Nightscene] (
[Children] (
[Landscape] ( ) : To take pictures of distant scenery.
[Close Up] (
[Text] (
[Sunset] (
[Dawn] (
[Backlight] (
[Firework] ( ) : Firework scenes.
[Beach&Snow] (
) : Use this for shooting still images at night
or in other dark conditions.
) : To take a picture of fast moving
objects, for example, children.
) : Close-up shooting for small objects such
as plants and insects.
) : Use this mode to shoot a document.
) : For taking pictures of sunsets.
) : Daybreak scenes.
) : Portrait without shadows caused by
backlight.
) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape
scenes.
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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. ( The Movie clip mode
icon and available recording time will
display on the LCD monitor.).
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.
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Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 640x480, 320x240 (Selectable)
- Movie clip fi le type : AVI (MJPEG)
- Frame Rate : 30 FPS, 15 FPS (Selectable)
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 mode.
4. Press the Menu button.
Select the [RECORDING] menu by
5.
pressing the Left / Right button.
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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.
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See p.44 for further details.
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. 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 ( Ø ) to pause recording.
5. Press the Pause button ( Ø ) 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 confi rm focus and fl ash 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, Slow synchro mode or DIS mode is selected
in a low lighting condition, the camera shake warning indicator
(Ã ) may appear on the LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod,
support the camera on a solid surface or change to fl ash shot
mode.
Shooting against the light
Avoid obstructing the lens or the fl ash when you capture an image.
Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
: Please do not take pictures against the
sun. Doing so may make the picture dark.
Doing so may make the picture dark. To
take a picture against the light, please use
the [Backlight] in scene shooting mode
(see page 21), fi ll-in fl ash (see page 31),
spot metering (see page 38), exposure
compensation (see page 40) or ACB (see
page 42) function.
[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 refl ective or shiny.
- If the subject is moving at high speed.
- When there is strong refl ected light, or when the background is
- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject
- When the surroundings are dark.
very bright.
is very narrow (such as a stick or fl agpole).
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Using the camera buttons to set the camera
ZOOM W/T button
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 specifi ed
time, the camera's power will be turned off
automatically to save battery life.
Refer to page 51 for more information
about the auto power off function.
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
Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom
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 fl ash. 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 fi nished
storing the image data.
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[WIDE zoom]
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
ZOOM W/T button
WIDE Zoom
Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will
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
[TELE zoom][Optical zoom 2X][WIDE zoom]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation,
Optical zoom
pressing the ZOOM W button will reduce
the digital zooming in steps. Releasing
ZOOM W button stops digital zooming.
Digital zoom
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
[Digital zoom 5.0X][TELE zoom][WIDE zoom]
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.
If the Zoom buttons are being pressed during the Movie shots,
the voice will not be recorded.
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
(Nightscene, Children, Text, Close up, Firework, Beach&Snow),
DIS modes, movie mode and Face Detection.
Take care not to touch the lens to avoid taking an unclear image
and possibly causing camera malfunction. If the image is dim, turn
the camera power off and on again to modify the lens position.
Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera
malfunction.
When the camera is turned on, take care not to touch the camera’s
moving lens parts as this may cause the resulting image to be dim
and unclear.
Take care not to touch the lens when operating the zoom button.
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Face Detection(FD) button
Face Detection(FD)
This mode detects the face position of the subject automatically
and then sets the focus and exposure. Select this mode for quick
and easy face picture.
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Selectable modes: Auto, Program, Manual, DIS, Photo Help Guide,
1. Press the FD(Face Detection) button
( ) in the selectable modes. The
FD icon will be displayed on the
screen left side.
2. The size and position of the auto
focus frame is set at the face of the
subject automatically.
3. Press the shutter button halfway. The focus frame turns to green
when the focus is activated.
4. Press the shutter button fully to take a picture.
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Portrait, Children, Beach & Snow
This function can detect up to 9 persons.
When the camera recognises many people at the same
time, it will focus on the nearest person.
The Digital zoom is not activated in this mode.
The face detection does not work when setting the effect mode.
When the camera detects a target face, the white colour
focus frame will be displayed over the target face and the
grey colour focus frame appear over the remaining faces
(up to 8). Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on
the face and the white focus frame turns green.(Total 9)
Return to previous AF mode if face detection was failure.
In some conditions this function cannot work properly.
- When a person wears dark glasses or some part of the
face is hidden.
- When the person being taken does not look at the camera.
- Camera doesn't detect a face as the brightness is too dark
or too bright.
- The distance between the camera and object are far.
The maximum available Face Detection range is 3m (Wide).
The nearer the subject, the faster the camera can recognize
the subject.
Face Detection(FD) button
Self Portrait
When taking pictures of yourself, the area of your face is
automatically detected so that you can take self pictures more
easily and quickly.
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Selectable modes: Auto, Program, Manual, DIS, Photo Help Guide,
1. When pressing the Face Detection button again on the face
location screen, the Self Portrait icon appears ( ).
Portrait, Beach & Snow
)
(
Function Description / Info
/ Up button
While the menu is showing, the Up button operates as a direction button.
If the menu screen does not appear, information or function descriptions
for the current shooting mode can be accessed through the LCD monitor
by pressing the Function description/ Information ( ) button.
Display every piece of information
about shooting.
Display the basic information.
Display description for each feature.
Pressing the
FD button
2. For self-fi lming, set the camera lens towards the face of the
object. It automatically detects the face of the object, and emits
a guiding sound.
3. Start fi lming by pressing the shutter button.
When locating the face in the center of the screen, it repeatedly
emits a faster sound unlike the sounds that are emitted when
the face is not in the center.
The guiding sound can be set using the sound setting
menu. (See p.46)
[Filming screen][Information screen]
Function description : When pressing the Function description
[Function description screen]
button on the information screen mode,
detailed descriptions of the functions can
be viewed. The function description can
be cancelled by pressing the Function
description button again.
Pressing the
Function
description
Display description for each feature.
button
[Examples of Function descriptions ]
Pressing the
Fn button
Set the photo size.
3648X2736
Size
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e
)
(
Macro
/ Down button
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 (e) /
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.
[Auto Focus]
[Macro (
)]
e
Types of focus mode and focus range (W : Wide, T : Tele)
ModeAuto ( Š )
Focus TypeAuto macro (
Focus range
ModeProgram ( ‰ )
Focus Typemacro (
Focus range
ModeDIS Mode ( ÿ )
Focus TypeAuto macro (
Focus range
W : 10 ~ Infi nity
T : 50 ~ Infi nity
W : 10 ~ 80
T : 50 ~ 80
W : 10 ~ Infi nity
T : 50 ~ Infi nity
)Normal
d
W : 80 ~ Infi nity
T : 80 ~ Infi nity
)Normal
e
W : 80 ~ Infi nity
T : 80 ~ Infi nity
)Normal
d
W : 80 ~ Infi nity
T : 80 ~ Infi nity
(Unit: cm)
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[Auto Macro ( d )]
When the macro mode is selected, be particularly careful to avoid
camera shake.
When you take a picture within 40cm (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
autofocus on the camera will take longer to set the correct focus
distance.
Macro
e
)
(
/ Down button
Focus lock
Available focusing method, by recording mode
ModeAuto macroMacroNormal
Š
‰
ÿ
_
( o : Selectable, : Infi nity focus range)
oo
oo
oo
oo
oo
†
Mode
Auto macroMacroNormal
oo
SCENE
o
o
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
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
the camera to recompose your picture as desired, and then
press the SHUTTER button completely to take the picture. If you
release your fi nger 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.
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