Samsung PL151, PL150 User Manual
This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read
this manual thoroughly.
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Common questions
Quick reference
User Manual
PL150/PL151
Contents
Basic functions
Extended functions
Shooting options
Playback/Editing
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
Caution—situations that could cause damage to your
camera or other equipment
Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information
Safety warnings
Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive
gases and liquids
Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or flammable
chemicals. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or
explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its
accessories.
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.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight
Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to
people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject’s
eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. t
Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries
or damage to your camera.
Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations t
when disposing of used batteries.
Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices, t
such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may
explode when overheated.
Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose t
outlet when charging batteries. This may cause a fire or electric
shock.
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Health and safety information
Safety precautions
Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly
Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can cause serious t
damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water
damage to your camera can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high t
temperatures for an extended period of time. Prolonged
exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause
permanent damage to your camera’s internal components.
Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or t
poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and
internal components.
Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an t
extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode
over time and cause serious damage to your camera.
Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it on t
beaches or in other similar areas.
Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, and t
excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.
Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and t
installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors,
improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries
and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and
accessories.
Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s t
compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to
improper use may not be covered by your warranty.
Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury t
to yourself or others.
Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and t
prevent proper operation.
Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause t
allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with
sensitive skin. If you have experience any of these symptoms,
stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor.
Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from
damage
Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very t
hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F).
Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your
batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.
Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as t
this can create a connection between the + and – terminals
of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery
damage. Also, this may cause a fire or electric shock.
Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or t
foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a
soft cloth before inserting in your camera.
Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory t
card.
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Health and safety information
Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impact t
or pressure.
Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other t
cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with
your camera.
Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.t
Use only Samsung-approved accessories
Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera,
cause injury, or void your warranty.
Protect your camera’s lens
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor t
the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your t
lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.
Important usage information
Allow only qualified personnel to service your camera
Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or
attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results
from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life
Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is t
finished, disconnect the cable from your camera.
Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be t
recharged before use.
Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.t
Use batteries only for their intended purpose.t
Exercise caution when using the camera in humid
environments
When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm
and humid one, condensation can form on the delicate electronic
circuitry and memory card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour
until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera.
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.
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Organization of the user manual
Copyright information
Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are t
registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation.t
HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition t
Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Camera specifications or contents of this manual may t
be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of
camera functions.
For Open Source License information, refer to the t
“OpenSourceInfo.pdf” in the provided CD-ROM.
Basic functions 11
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic
functions for shooting.
Extended functions 28
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and
how to record a video or voice memo.
Shooting options 41
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
Playback/Editing 61
Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice
memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to
connect your camera to your computer, photo printer,
TV, or HDTV.
Appendixes 84
Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.
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Indications used in this manual
Shooting mode Indication
Smart Auto
Auto
Program
DUAL IS
Beauty Shot
Night
Scene
Movie
Shooting mode icons
These icons indicate that a function is available in the
corresponding modes. The s mode may not support functions
for all scenes.
e.g.)
S
a
p
d
b
N
s
v
Available in the
Program, DUAL IS,
and Movie modes
Icons used in this manual
Icon Function
Additional information
Safety warnings and precautions
Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] (represents the
[]
shutter button)
()
Page number of related information
The order of options or menus you must select to
perform a step; for example: Select Shooting White
Balance (represents select Shooting, and then White
Balance).
*
Annotation
Abbreviations used in this manual
Abbreviation Definition
ACB
AEB
AF
DIS
DPOF
EV
OIS
WB
Auto Contrast Balance
Auto Exposure Bracket
Auto Focus
Digital Image Stabilization
Digital Print Order Format
Exposure Value
Optical Image Stabilization
White Balance
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Expressions used in this manual
Pressing the shutter
Half-press [t Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down
Press [t Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down
Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]
Subject, background, and composition
Subjectt : the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal,
or still life
Backgroundt : the objects around the subject
Compositiont : the combination of a subject and background
Background
Composition
Subject
Exposure (Brightness)
The amount of light that enters your camera determines the
exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed,
aperture value, and ISO speed. By altering the exposure, your
photos will be darker or lighter.
Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)
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Common questions
You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options.
The subject's eyes
appear red.
Photos have dust
spots.
Photos are blurred.
Photos are blurred
when shooting at
night.
Subjects come out
too dark because of
backlighting.
This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash.
Set the flash option to t
If the photo has already been taken, select t
Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.
Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.t
Set ISO speed options. (p. t 46)
This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly.
Press [t Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (p. 26)
Use the t
d
As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows.
This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake.
Rotate the mode dial to t
Turn on the flash. (p. t 45)
Set ISO speed options. (p. t 46)
Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.t
When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between
the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded.
Avoid shooting in front of the sun.t
Select t
Backlight in the s mode. (p. 30)
Set the flash option to t
Set the Auto Contrast Balance (t ACB) option. (p. 54)
Adjust the exposure. (p. t 54)
Set the metering option to t
Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 45)
mode. (p. 33)
N
. (p. 31)
Fill in. (p. 45)
Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 55)
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Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 73)
Quick reference
Taking photos of people
s
t mode > Portrait f 30
b
t mode f 32
Self-portrait mode t
Children mode t
Couple mode t
Red-eyet , Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)
45
f
Face Detectiont
37
f
38
f
38
f
50
f
Taking photos at night or in the dark
s
t mode > Sunset, Dawn, Fireworks f 30
N
t mode f 31
Flash options t
ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) t
45
f
46
f
Taking action photos
Continuoust , Motion Capture f 57
Taking photos of text, insects, or
flowers
s
t mode > Close Up, Text f 30
t Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos)
White Balancet (to change the color tone)
55
f
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) t
EVt (to adjust exposure)
ACBt (to compensate for subjects against bright
backgrounds)
Meteringt f 55
AEBt (to take three photos of the same scene with
different exposures)
54
f
54
f
57
f
f
Applying a different effect
Photo styles (to apply tones) t
Smart filter effects t
Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or t
contrast)
f
60
f
59
58
f
Reducing camera shake
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) t
d
t mode f 33
8
24
f
f
46
47
Viewing files by category in t
Smart Album
Deleting all files on the t
memory card
Viewing files as a slide show t
67
f
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV t
75
f
Connecting your camera to a t
computer
f
Adjusting sound and volume t
86
f
Adjusting the brightness of t
the display
f
Changing the display t
language
f
Setting the date and time t
87
f
Formatting the memory card t
87
f
Troubleshooting t
77
86
f
f
86
63
65
f
96
Contents
Basic functions
Unpacking ......................................................................... 12
Camera layout ................................................................... 13
Inserting the battery and memory card .............................. 15
Charging the battery and turning your camera on ............. 16
Charging the battery ............................................................ 16
Turning on your camera ........................................................ 16
Performing the initial setup ................................................ 17
Learning icons ................................................................... 18
Selecting options ............................................................... 19
Setting the display and sound ........................................... 21
Changing the display type .................................................... 21
Setting the sound ................................................................ 21
Taking photos .................................................................... 22
Turning on the front display ................................................... 23
Zooming ............................................................................. 23
Reducing camera shake (OIS) .............................................. 24
Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 26
Extended functions
Shooting modes ................................................................ 29
Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................. 29
Using the Scene mode ........................................................ 30
Using the frame guide .......................................................... 31
Using the Night mode .......................................................... 31
Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................ 32
Using the DUAL IS mode ..................................................... 33
Using the Program mode ..................................................... 34
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Recording a video ............................................................... 34
Using the Smart Scene Detection mode ................................ 36
Taking photos with the front display .................................. 37
Using the Self-portrait mode ................................................. 37
Using the Couple mode ....................................................... 38
Using the Children mode .................................................... 38
Recording a video with the front display ................................. 39
Recording voice memos ................................................... 40
Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 40
Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 40
Shooting options
Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 42
Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 42
Selecting image quality ........................................................ 42
Using the timer .................................................................. 43
Shooting in the dark .......................................................... 45
Preventing red-eye .............................................................. 45
Using the flash .................................................................... 45
Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... 46
Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ 47
Using macro ....................................................................... 47
Using auto focus ................................................................. 47
Using tracking auto focus ..................................................... 48
Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... 49
Using face detection ......................................................... 50
Detecting faces ................................................................... 50
Taking a smile shot .............................................................. 51
Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 51
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Contents
Using smart face recognition ............................................... 52
Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) .......................... 53
Adjusting brightness and color .......................................... 54
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... 54
Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... 54
Changing the metering option ............................................... 55
Selecting a light source (White balance) ................................ 55
Using burst modes ............................................................ 57
Improving your photos ...................................................... 58
Applying photo styles ........................................................... 58
Applying smart filter effects ................................................... 59
Adjusting your photos .......................................................... 60
Playback/Editing
............................................................. 61
Playing back ...................................................................... 62
Starting Playback mode ....................................................... 62
Viewing photos ................................................................... 66
Playing a video .................................................................... 68
Playing voice memos ........................................................... 69
Editing a photo .................................................................. 70
Resizing photos .................................................................. 70
Rotating a photo .................................................................. 70
Applying photo styles ........................................................... 71
Applying smart filter effects ................................................... 72
Correcting exposure problems ............................................. 73
Creating a print order (DPOF) ................................................ 74
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV ........................................... 75
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) .............. 77
Transferring files using Intelli-studio ........................................ 78
Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable
disk
.................................................................................... 80
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .......................... 81
Transferring files to your computer (for Mac) ......................
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ............... 83
Appendixes
..................................................................... 84
Camera settings menu ...................................................... 85
Accessing the settings menu ................................................ 85
Sound ................................................................................ 86
Display ............................................................................... 86
Settings .............................................................................. 87
Error messages ................................................................. 90
Camera maintenance ........................................................ 91
Cleaning your camera .......................................................... 91
About memory cards ........................................................... 92
About the battery ................................................................. 93
Before contacting a service center .................................... 96
Camera specifications ....................................................... 99
Index ............................................................................... 104
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Basic functions
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions
for shooting.
Unpacking
Camera layout
Inserting the battery and memory card
Charging the battery and turning your camera on
Charging the battery
Turning on your camera
Performing the initial setup
Learning icons
Selecting options
Setting the display and sound
Changing the display type
Setting the sound
Taking photos
Turning on the front display
Zooming
Reducing camera shake (OIS)
Tips for getting a clearer photo
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Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap
User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual
Optional accessories
Camera case Memory card
(microSD
TM
)
The illustrations may differ from your actual items.
A/V cable Battery charger HDMI cable
Basic functions
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Camera layout
Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.
Shutter button
Front display
USB and A/V port
Accepts USB cable or A/V cable
HDMI port
Accepts HDMI cable
Flash
POWER button
Basic functions
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Front LCD button
Speaker
AF-assist light/timer lamp
Microphone
Lens
Tripod mount
Battery chamber cover
Insert a memory card and battery
Camera layout
Status lamp
Blinkingt : When saving a photo or
video, being read by a computer or
printer, or out of focus
Steadyt : When connecting to a
computer or in focus
Main display
Mode dial
Icon Mode Description
Smart Auto
S
Auto
a
Program
p
DUAL IS
d
Beauty Shot
b
Night
N
Scene
s
Movie
v
Take a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode
as it detects
Take a photo quickly and easily with minimal settings
Take a photo by setting options
Take a photo with options suitable for reducing camera
shake
Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial
imperfections
Take a photo with options for shooting at night
Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene
Record a video
Basic functions
Button Description
m
Navigation
o
Playback
Access options or menus
D
M
F
t
Confirm the highlighted option or menu
Enter Playback mode
Function
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Zoom button
Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.t
Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as t
thumbnails in Playback mode.
Adjust volume in Playback mode.t
2
1
In Shooting mode
Change the display option
Change the macro option
Change the flash option
Change the timer option
Access options in Shooting modet
Delete files in Playback modet
While setting
Move up
Move down
Move left
Move right
Inserting the battery and memory card
Learn to insert the battery and an optional microSDTM memory card into the camera.
Removing the battery and memory card
Insert a memory card with
the gold-colored contacts
facing up.
Memory card
Battery lock
Push gently until the card
disengages from the
camera and then pull it out
of the slot.
Push the lock up to release
the battery.
Insert the battery with the
Samsung logo facing up.
Basic functions
Battery
The internal memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the
memory card is not inserted.
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Charging the battery and turning your camera on
Charging the battery
Before using the camera for the first time, you must charge the
battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter and then plug
the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera.
Indicator light
Redt : Charging
Greent : Fully charged
Basic functions
Turning on your camera
Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off.
The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera t
for the first time. (p. 17)
Turning on your camera in Playback mode
Press [P]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode
immediately.
When you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [P] for about
5 seconds, the camera does not emit any camera sounds.
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Performing the initial setup
The initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings.
Press [
1
Press [2 t
POWER].
The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera t
for the first time.
] to select Language and press [t] or [o].
Press [5 F
To set the daylight-saving time, press [t
Back DST
] or [t] to select a time zone and press [o].
D
].
Press [3 D
[
o
].
Press [4 D
and press [
] or [M] to select a language and press
] or [M] to select Time Zone (Time Zone)
t
] or [o].
Basic functions
Press [6 D
] or [M] to select Date & Time (Date &
Time) and press [
Press [7 F
] or [t] to select an item.
Language
Date & Time
Time Zone
yyyy mm dd
/ 01 / 01 10:00 Off
2010
Press [8 D
] or [M] to set the date and time or select a
date format, and press [
17
t
] or [o].
SetBack
: English
: 10/01/01
: London
o
].
Learning icons
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
A. Information
Icon Description
Selected shooting mode
Available number of photos
Available recording time
Internal memory
Memory card inserted
t : Fully charged
t : Partially charged
t (Red) : Charging needed
Voice memo
A
Icon Description
B
B. Icons on the right
C
Icon Description
Auto focus frame
Camera shake
Zoom ratio
Current date and time
Photo resolution
Video resolution
Frame rate
Photo quality
Metering option
Flash option
Timer option
Auto focus option
Face detection
Voice muted
Basic functions
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C. Icons on the left
Icon Description
Aperture and shutter speed
Long time shutter
Exposure value
White balance
Face tone
Face retouch
ISO speed
Photo style
Smart filter effect
Image adjustment
(contrast, sharpness, saturation)
Burst type
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Selecting options
You can select options by pressing [m] and using the navigation buttons ([D], [M], [F], [t]).
You can also access shooting options by pressing [f] but some options are not available.
In Shooting mode, press [1 m
Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or
2
].
menu.
To move left or right, press [t
To move up or down, press [t
EV
Back Move
Press [3 o
] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.
F
] or [t].
D
] or [M].
Basic functions
Going back to the previous menu
Press [m] again to go back to the previous menu.
Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.
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Selecting options
E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode
Rotate the mode dial to 1 p
Press [2 m
].
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit
.
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Face Detection
Smart FR Edit
Change
Basic functions
Press [3 D
press [
Press [
4
press [
Press [5 F
Press [6 o
20
] or [M] to scroll to Shooting and then
t
] or [o].
D
] or [M] to scroll to White Balance and then
t
] or [o].
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Face Detection
Smart FR Edit
Exit Back
] or [t] to scroll to a white balance option.
Daylight
Back Move
].
Setting the display and sound
Learn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences.
Changing the display type
Select a style of display for Shooting or Playback mode.
Press [D] repeatedly to change a display type.
Show all photographic
information.
Mode Description
Display all information about shootingt
Shooting
Playback
Hide information about shooting, except the t
available number of photos (or available recording
time) and the battery icon
Display all information about the current photot
Hide all information about the current filet
Display information about the current file, except the t
shooting settings and captured date
Basic functions
Setting the sound
Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you
operate your camera.
In Shooting or Playback mode, press [1 m
Select
2
Sound Beep Sound an option.
Option Description
Off
1/2/3
The camera does not emit any sounds.
The camera emits sounds.
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].
Taking photos
Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.
Rotate the mode dial to 1 a
Align your subject in the frame.
2
.
Basic functions
Half-press [3 Shutter] to focus.
A green frame means the subject in focus.t
Press [4 Shutter] to take a photo.
See page 26 for tips to get clearer photos.
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Taking photos
Turning on the front display
The front display will help you take a self-portraits or photos
of children. You can also use the Couple mode with the front
display. (p. 37)
Press [Front LCD] to turn on the front display.
When you set timer options, the front display will remain active. (p. t 43)
When you turn on the front display, the icons on the main display may t
not be shown and the main display may dim.
When you use the camera in brightly lit or sunny areas, you may not t
be able to see the front display clearly.
Basic functions
Zooming
You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your
camera has a 5X optical zoom and 5X digital zoom. By using
both, you can zoom in up to 25 times.
Rotate [Zoom] right to zoom in on your subject. Rotate [Zoom]
left to zoom out.
Zoom ratio
Zoom inZoom out
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Taking photos
Digital zoom
If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using
the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you
use the digital zoom.
Optical range
The digital zoom is not available when using t
s
(in some scenes), N, and v modes and when used with
Face Detection and Smart Filter.
It may take longer to save a photo when using the digital zoom.t
Zoom indicator
Digital range
S, d, b
,
Basic functions
Reducing camera shake (OIS)
Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode.
Before correction After correction
In Shooting mode, press [1 m
Select
2
Shooting OIS an option.
Option Description
Off: Deactivate the OIS function.
On: Activate the OIS function.
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].
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Taking photos
OIS may not function properly when:t
you move your camera to follow a moving subject you use digital zoom there is too much camera shake the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when in the the battery is low -
you take a close-up shot If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred t
by the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when
you use a tripod.
If the camera is impacted, the display will be blurry. In this case, turn t
off the camera and turn it on again to use the OIS function correctly.
In some scene modes, the OIS function is unavailable.t
N
mode)
Basic functions
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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. Focus and exposure will be
adjusted automatically.
The aperture value and shutter
speed are automatically set.
Focus frame
Press [t Shutter] to take the photo
if displayed in green.
Change the frame and half-press t
[Shutter] again if displayed in red.
Make sure nothing is
blocking the lens.
Basic functions
Reducing camera shake
Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to t
reduce camera shake optically. (p. 24)
Select the t
d
both optically and digitally. (p. 33)
mode to reduce camera shake
When H is displayed
Camera shake
When shooting in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to
Slow Sync or Off. The aperture remains open longer and it may be
harder to hold the camera still.
Use a tripod or set the flash option to t Fill in. (p. 45)
Set ISO speed options. (p. t 46)
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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 -
(When your subject is wearing a color of clothing that is similar to the
background)
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the light source behind the subject is too bright
the subject is shiny -
the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds -
the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame -
Use the focus lock
Half-press [Shutter] to focus. When the subject is in focus,
you can reposition the frame to change the composition.
When you are ready, press [Shutter] to take your photo.
When you take photos in low lightt
Turn on the flash.
(p. 45)
When subjects are moving fastt
Use the continuous
or motion capture
function. (p. 57)
Basic functions
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Extended functions
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to
record a video or voice memo.
Shooting modes
Using the Smart Auto mode
Using the Scene mode
Using the frame guide
Using the Night mode
Using the Beauty Shot mode
Using the DUAL IS mode
Using the Program mode
Recording a video
Using the Smart Scene Detection mode
Taking photos with the front display
Using the Self-portrait mode
Using the Couple mode
Using the Children mode
Recording a video with the front display
Recording voice memos
Recording a voice memo
Adding a voice memo to a photo
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Shooting modes
Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.
Using the Smart Auto mode
In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate
camera settings based on a defected type of scene. It will be
helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various
scenes.
Rotate the mode dial to 1 S
Align your subject in the frame.
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The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate t
mode icon will appear at the top left of the screen.
Icon Description
Appears when taking photos of landscapes.
Appears when taking photos of bright white
backgrounds.
Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night.
This is available only when the flash is off.
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Extended functions
Icon Description
Appears when taking portraits at night.
Appears when taking photos of landscapes with
backlighting.
Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.
Appears when taking portraits.
Appears when taking close-up photos of objects.
Appears when taking close-up photos of text.
Appears when taking photos of sunsets.
Appears when taking photos of clear skies.
Appears when taking photos of forested areas.
Appears when taking close-up photos of colorful
subjects.
Appears when taking close-up portraits of people.
Appears when the camera and subject are stable for
a while. This is available only when you are shooting
in the dark.
Appears when taking photos of actively moving
subjects.
Appears when taking photos of fireworks. This is
available only when you use a tripod.
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