Samsung PL21 User Manual

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User Manual

PL20/PL21

Contents

Basic functions

Extended functions

Shooting options

Playback/Editing

Settings

Appendixes

Index

Health and safety information

Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.

Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or
others

Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera.

This may result in electric shock or damage to the camera.

Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive
gases and liquids.

This may cause a fire or explosion.

Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store
these materials near the camera.

This may cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not handle your camera with wet hands.

This may result in electric shock.

Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight.

Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to
people or animals. If you use the flash too close to your subject’s
eyes, this can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage.

Keep your camera away from small children and pets.

Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small
children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious
injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present
physical dangers as well.

Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high
temperatures for an extended period of time.

Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can
cause permanent damage to your camera’s internal components.

Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or
clothes.

The camera may over-heat, which may distort the camera or
cause a fire.

If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately
disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or
charger, and then contact a Samsung service center.

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Health and safety information

Caution—situations that could cause damage to your
camera or other equipment

Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it
for an extended period of time.

Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause
serious damage to your camera.

Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium­ion replacement batteries. Do not damage or heat the
battery.

This may cause a fire or personal injuries.

Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables
and accessories.

•Unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables or accessories can
cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause
injury.

•Samsung is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by
unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories.

Do not use batteries for unintended purposes.

This may cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not touch the flash while it fires.

The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin.

When you use AC charger, turn off the camera before you
disconnect the power to the AC charger.

Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.

Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose
outlet when you charge batteries.

This may cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the
+/- terminals on the battery.

This may cause a fire or electric shock.

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Health and safety information

Do not force the camera’s parts or apply pressure to the
camera.

This may cause your camera to malfunction.

Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters
and install batteries and memory cards.

If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or
improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage
ports, connectors, and accessories.

Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera
case.

Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased.

Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.

This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause
a fire.

Check that the camera is operating properly before use.

The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or
damages that may result from camera malfunction or improper
use.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light
(▲) into your camera.

If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.

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Organization of the user manual

Copyright information

•Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are
registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.

•Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation.

•Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are

the property of their respective owners.

•Camera specifications or contents of this manual may
be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of
camera functions.

•For Open Source License information, refer to the
“OpenSourceInfo.pdf” in the provided CD-ROM.

Basic functions 11

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

Extended functions 27

Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and
how to record a video or voice memo.

Shooting options 35

Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.

Playback/Editing 52

Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice
memos and edit photos or videos. You will also learn
how to connect your camera to your photo printer or
TV.

Settings 73

Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.

Appendixes 79

Refer to error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.

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Indications used in this manual

Shooting mode Indication

Smart Auto

Program

DIS

Photo Help Guide

Scene

Movie

Shooting mode icons

These icons indicate that a function is available in the
corresponding modes. The
for all scenes.

e.g.)

mode may not support functions

Available in the
Program, DIS, and
Movie modes

Icons used in this manual

Icon Function

Additional information

Safety warnings and precautions
Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] represents the

[ ]

shutter button.

( )

Page number of related information
The order of options or menus you must select to

perform a step. For example: Select Shooting → White

→

Balance represents select Shooting, and then select
White Balance.

*

Annotation

Abbreviations used in this manual

Abbreviation Definition

ACB

AEB

AF

DIS

DPOF

EV

ISO

WB

Auto Contrast Balance

Auto Exposure Bracket

Auto Focus

Digital Image Stabilization

Digital Print Order Format

Exposure Value

International Organization for Standardization

White Balance

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Expressions used in this manual

Pressing the shutter

•Half-press [Shutter]: Press the shutter halfway down

•Press [Shutter]: Press the shutter all the way down

Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]

Subject, background, and composition

•Subject: The main object of a scene, such as a person,
animal, or still life.

•Background: The objects around the subject.

•Composition: The combination of a subject and background.

Background

Composition

Subject

Exposure (Brightness)

The amount of light that enters your camera determines the
exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed,
aperture value, and ISO speed. By altering the exposure, your
photos will be darker or lighter.

Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)

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Basic troubleshooting

You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options.

The subject's eyes
appear red.

Photos have dust
spots.

Photos are blurred.

Photos are blurred
when shooting at
night.

Subjects come out
too dark because of
backlighting.

This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash.

• Set the flash option to

• If the photo has already been taken, select

Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.

• Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.

• Set ISO speed options. (p. 40)

This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly.

• Press [Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (p. 25)

• Use the

As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows.
This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake.

• Select

• Turn on the flash. (p. 39)

• Set ISO speed options. (p. 40)

• Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.

When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between
the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded.

• Avoid shooting with the sun behind your subject.

• Select

• Set the flash option to

• Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 46)

• Adjust the exposure. (p. 46)

• Set the metering option to

mode. (p. 31)

Night in the mode. (p. 30)

Backlight in the mode. (p. 30)

Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 40)

Fill in. (p. 40)

Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 47)

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Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 62)

Quick reference

Taking photos of people

• mode > Beauty Shot  30

mode > Portrait  30

•

• Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)

40



• Face Detection

43

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Taking photos at night or in the dark

• mode > Night  30

mode > Sunset, Dawn  30

•

• Flash options

• ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light)

39

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40



Taking action photos

• Continuous, Motion Capture  49

Taking photos of insects, or flowers

• mode > Close Up  30

• Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos)

• White Balance (to change the color tone)

41



47



Adjusting the exposure (brightness)

• ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light)  40

• EV (to adjust exposure)

• ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright

backgrounds)

• Metering

• AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with

47

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different exposures)

46



46



49



Applying a different effect

• Smart Filter (to apply effects)  50

• Image adjust (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or

contrast)

51



Reducing camera shake

• mode  31

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• Viewing files by category in
Smart Album

• Deleting all files on the
memory card

• Viewing files as a slide show

57



• Viewing files on a TV

• Connecting your camera to a

computer

• Adjusting sound and volume

75



• Adjusting the brightness of
the display

• Changing the display
language

• Setting the date and time

76

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• Formatting the memory card

76

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• Troubleshooting

54

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56

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64

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65

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75

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76

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90

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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

Zooming .................................................................... 23

Tips for getting a clearer photo ................................... 25

Extended functions

Shooting modes .......................................................... 28

Using the Smart Auto mode ........................................ 28

Using the Photo Help Guide mode .............................. 29

Using the Scene mode ............................................... 30

Using the Beauty Shot mode ....................................... 30

Using the DIS mode ................................................... 31

Using the Program mode ............................................ 32

Recording a video ...................................................... 32

Recording voice memos ............................................. 34

Recording a voice memo ............................................ 34

Adding a voice memo to a photo ................................. 34

............................................................... 11

........................................................ 27

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Shooting options

Selecting a resolution and quality ............................... 36

Selecting a resolution .................................................. 36

Selecting image quality ............................................... 36

Using the timer ............................................................ 37

Shooting in the dark .................................................... 39

Preventing red-eye ..................................................... 39

Using the flash ........................................................... 39

Adjusting the ISO speed ............................................. 40

Changing the camera’s focus ..................................... 41

Using macro .............................................................. 41

Using auto focus ........................................................ 41

Adjusting the focus area .............................................. 42

Using face detection ................................................... 43

Detecting faces .......................................................... 43

Taking a self-portrait shot ............................................. 44

Taking a smile shot ..................................................... 44

Detecting eye blinking ................................................. 45

Adjusting brightness and color ................................... 46

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ........................... 46

Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ........................... 46

Changing the metering option ...................................... 47

Selecting a light source (White balance) ....................... 47

Using burst modes ...................................................... 49

Improving your photos ................................................ 50

Applying filter effects ................................................... 50

Adjusting your photos ................................................. 51

............................................................ 35

Contents

Playback/Editing

............................................................. 52

Playing back ................................................................ 53

Starting Playback mode .............................................. 53

Viewing photos .......................................................... 57

Playing a video ........................................................... 58

Playing voice memos .................................................. 59

Editing a photo ............................................................ 60

Resizing photos ......................................................... 60

Rotating a photo ......................................................... 60

Applying smart effects ................................................ 61

Correcting exposure problems .................................... 62

Creating a print order (DPOF) ....................................... 63

Viewing files on a TV ................................................... 64

Transferring files to your Windows computer ............. 65

Transferring files using Intelli-studio ............................... 67

Transferring files by connecting the camera as a
removable disk

Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) ................. 70

........................................................... 69

Transferring files to your Mac computer ..................... 71

Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ......... 72

Settings

........................................................................... 73

Camera settings menu ................................................ 74

Accessing the settings menu ...................................... 74

Sound ....................................................................... 75

Display ...................................................................... 75

Settings ..................................................................... 76

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Appendixes

..................................................................... 79

Error messages ........................................................... 80

Camera maintenance .................................................. 81

Cleaning your camera ................................................. 81

Using or storing the camera ........................................ 82

About memory cards .................................................. 84

About the battery ........................................................ 86

Before contacting a service center ............................. 90

Camera specifications ................................................. 93

Glossary ....................................................................... 96

FCC notice ................................................................. 101

Index .......................................................................... 102

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

Zooming

Tips for getting a clearer photo

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Unpacking

Check your product box for the following items.

Camera Rechargeable battery

AC adapter / USB cable Strap

Optional accessories

Camera case Memory cards

Battery charger A/V cable

Quick Start Manual

Software CD-ROM

(User manual included)

Basic functions

The illustrations may differ from your actual items.

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Camera layout

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

POWER button

Shutter button

Flash

AF-assist light/timer lamp

Basic functions

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Microphone

Speaker

Lens

Tripod mount

Battery chamber cover

Insert a memory card and battery

Camera layout

Status lamp

• Blinking: When the camera is saving
a photo or video, being read by a
computer or printer, or out of focus

• Steady: When the camera is
connecting to a computer or in focus

Display

Button Description

In Shooting mode While setting

Change the display option Move up

Navigation

Playback

Function

Change the macro option Move down

Change the flash option Move left

Change the timer option Move right

Confirm the highlighted option or menu

Enter Playback mode

• Access options in Shooting mode

• Delete files in Playback mode

Basic functions

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Zoom button

• Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.

• Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as

thumbnails in Playback mode.

MENU button

Access options and settings menu, or return
to the previous mode

SMART button

Press this button, Select / Cancel "Smart
Auto" mode

USB and A/V port

Accepts USB cable or
A/V cable

Inserting the battery and memory card

Learn to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera.

Removing the battery and memory card

Memory card

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

Insert a memory card with the
gold-colored contacts facing
down.

Insert the battery with the
Samsung logo facing down.

Memory card

Battery

Basic functions

Battery lock

Battery

• You can use the internal memory as a temporary storage device
when the memory card is not inserted.

• Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memor y
card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory
card.

release the battery.

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Push the lock down to

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

• Red: Charging

• Green: 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 for the first time.
(p. 17)

Turning on your camera in Playback mode

Press [ ]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode
immediately.

When you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [ ] for about
5 seconds, the camera does not emit any camera sounds.

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Performing the initial setup

When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera’s basic settings.

Press [

POWER

Language
Time Zone
Date/Time Set
Date Type

Time Zone

].

English

한국어

Français
Deutsch
Español
Italiano

and press

Press [ ] or [ ] to select Date/Time Set and press

6

[

] or [ ].

Press [ ] or [ ] to select an item.

7

Language :English
Time Zone :London
Date/Time Set :/ 01/ 01
Date Type

yyyy m m dd

/ 01/ 01 12:00

2011

Back Set

Press [ ] or [ ] to set the date and time, and press

8

[

].

Press [ ] or [ ] to select Date Type and press

9

[

] or [ ].

Language :English
Time Zone :London
Date/Time Set
Date Type :mm/

Off

dd/mm/y yyy

mm/dd/y yyy

yyyy/mm /dd

1

• The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera
for the first time.

Press [ ] or [ ] to select Language and press

2

[

] or [ ].

Back Set

Press [ ] or [ ] to select a language and press [ ].

3

Press [ ] or [ ] to select Time Zone

4

[

] or [ ].

Press [ ] or [ ] to select a time zone and press [ ].

5

• To set the daylight-saving time, press [ ].

London
[GMT +00:00] 2011/01/01 12:00 PM

Back DST

Basic functions

Back Set

Press [ ] or [ ]

10

Press [ ]

11

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to select a Date Type and press

to switch to Shooting mode.

[ ].

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

Memory card is not inserted

Memory card inserted

• : Fully charged

•

•

needed

Voice memo

: Partially charged

(Red) : Charging

A

Icon Description

B

C

B. Icons on the right

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

Basic functions

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C. Icons on the left

Icon Description

Aperture and shutter speed

Exposure value

White balance

Face tone

Face retouch

ISO speed

Smart filter

Image adjustment
(contrast, sharpness, saturation)

Voice muted

Burst type

Selecting options

You can select options by pressing [ ], and then using the navigation buttons ([ ], [ ], [ ], [ ]).

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or

2

menu.

• To move left or right, press [ ] or [ ].

• To move up or down, press [

EV

Back

Press [ ] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.

3

Move

] or [ ].

Basic functions

Going back to the previous menu

Press [ ] again to go back to the previous menu.

Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.

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Selecting options

Example: Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Mode, and then press

2

[

] or [ ].

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then

3

press

[ ] or [ ].

Smart Auto
Program
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie

Exit Back

Press [ ].

4

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Shooting, and then

5

press [

] or [ ].

Mode

Shooting

Sound

Display

Settings

Exit

Photo Size

Quality

EV

ISO

White Balance

Smart Filter

Face Detection

Change

Basic functions

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to White Balance, and then

6

press [

] or [ ].

Photo Size

Quality

EV

ISO
White Balance
Smart Filter

Face Detection

Exit Back

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to a White Balance option.

7

Daylight

Back Move

Press [ ].

8

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Setting the display and sound

Learn how to change the basic display and sound settings.

Changing the display type

Select a display type for Shooting or Playback mode. Each type
displays different shooting or playback information.

Press [ ] repeatedly to change a display type.

Show all photographic

information.

Modes Display Type Choices

• Display all information about shooting

Shooting

Playback

• Hide information about shooting, except the
available number of photos (or available recording
time) and the battery icon

• Display all information about the current photo

• Hide all information about the current file

• Display information about the current file, except the

shooting settings and captured date

Basic functions

Setting the sound

Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you
operate your camera.

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ].

1

Select Sound → Beep Sound → an option.

2

Options Description

Off

1/2/3

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The camera does not emit any sounds.

The camera emits one of three sounds, depending
on the option you select.

Taking photos

Learn how to take photos easily and quickly in the

Smart Auto

mode.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Mode, and then press

2

[

] or [ ].

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Smart Auto, and then

3

press [

Align your subject in the frame.

4

].

Smart Auto
Program
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie

Exit Back

Basic functions

Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

5

• A green frame means the subject in focus.

• A red frame means the subject is out of focus.

Press [Shutter] to take a photo.

6

See page 25 for tips to get clearer photos.

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Taking photos

Zooming

You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your
camera has a 5X optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 3X digital
zoom. Intelli zoom and digital zoom cannot be used at the same
time.

Push [Zoom] up to zoom in on your subject. Push [Zoom] down
to zoom out.

Zoom

in

Zoom

out

Available zoom ratio for videos differs from photo zoom ratio.

Zoom ratio

Basic functions

Digital zoom

If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using
the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you
use the digital zoom. By using both the optical zoom and digital
zoom, you can zoom in up to 15 times.

Zoom indicator

Digital range

Optical range

• The digital zoom is not available when you use the , , (in
some scenes) and modes.

• It may take longer to save a photo when you are using the digital
zoom.

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Taking photos

Intelli zoom

If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using
the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom
rate if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the optical zoom
and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 10 times.

Photo resolution when
Intelli zoom is on

Optical zoom

• The Intelli zoom is available only in , and (in some
scenes) modes.

• The Intelli zoom is available only when you set a 4:3 resolution ratio.
If you set another resolution ratio with Intelli zoom on, the Intelli zoom
will be turned off automatically.

• Intelli zoom helps you capture a photo with less quality deterioration
than the digital zoom. However, the photo quality may be lower than
when you use the optical zoom.

Zoom indicator

Intelli range

Basic functions

Setting Intelli zoom

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Intelli Zoom → an option.

2

Options Description

Off: Deactivate the Intelli zoom.

On: Activate the Intelli zoom.

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Tips for getting a clearer photo

Holding your camera correctly

Half-pressing the shutter button

Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the
focus. The camera adjusts the focus and
exposure automatically.

The camera sets the aperture value
and shutter speed automatically.

Focus frame

• Press [Shutter] to take the photo if
the focus frame appears in green.

• Change the frame and half-press
[Shutter] again if it appears in red.

Make sure nothing is
blocking the lens.

Basic functions

Reducing camera shake

• Select the mode to reduce camera shake
digitally. (p. 31)

When is displayed

Camera shake

When shooting in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to
Slow Sync or Off. The aperture remains open longer and it may be
harder to hold the camera still.

• Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 40)

• Set ISO speed options. (p. 40)

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Preventing your subject from being out of focus

It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when:

there is little contrast between the subject and background

-

(When your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the
background)

- the light source behind the subject is too bright

- the subject is shiny

- the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds

- the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame

Use the focus lock

Half-press [Shutter] to focus. When the subject is in focus,
you can reposition the frame to change the composition.
When you are ready, press [Shutter] to take your photo.

• When you take photos in low light

Turn on the flash.
(p. 39)

• When subjects are moving fast

Use the continuous
or motion capture
function. (p. 49)

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 Photo Help Guide mode
Using the Scene mode
Using the Beauty Shot mode
Using the DIS mode
Using the Program mode
Recording a video

Recording voice memos

Recording a voice memo
Adding a voice memo to a photo

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Shooting modes

Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.

Using the Smart Auto mode

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Mode → Smart Auto.

2

Press [SMART] to go to mode directly.

Align your subject in the frame.

3

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

Extended functions

Icon Description

Appears when taking photos of landscapes.

Appears when taking photos with bright white backgrounds

Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night.
This is available only when the flash is off.

Appears when taking portraits at night.

Appears when taking photos of landscapes with backlighting.

Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.

Appears when taking portraits.

Appears when taking close-up photos of objects.

Appears when taking close-up photos of text.

Appears when taking photos of sunsets.

Appears when taking photos of clear skies.

Appears when taking photos of forested areas.

Appears when taking close-up photos of colorful subjects.

Appears when the camera is stable (on a tripod, for
example) and the subject is motionless for a period of time.
This is available only when you are shooting in the dark.

Appears when taking photos of actively moving
subjects.

Appears when taking photos of fireworks. This is
available only when you use a tripod.

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Shooting modes

Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

4

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

5

• If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode,
appears and the camera uses default settings.

• Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode
depending on the subject's position or lighting.

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

• Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the
depending on the subject's movement.

mode

Extended functions

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.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Mode → Photo Help Guide.

2

Select the options you need.

3

Photo Help Guide

Photo Help Guide

Features to use when the image is out of focus

Features to reduce camera shake

Features to use in low light conditions

Features to use when adjusting brightness

Features to use when adjusting colors

Change

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Shooting modes

Using the Scene mode

Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Mode → Scene → a scene.

2

Smart Auto

Beauty Shot

Program

Night

DIS

Portrait

Photo Help Guide

Landscape

Scene

Close Up

Movie

Sunset

Back

• To change the scene mode, press [ ], and then select

Mode → Scene → a scene.

• For the Beauty Shot mode, see “Using the Beauty Shot
mode" on page 30.

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

3

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

4

Set

Extended functions

Using the Beauty Shot mode

Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Mode → Scene → Beauty Shot.

2

To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face

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only), press [
facial imperfections, press [

5.

Select Shooting → Face Tone → an option.

4

• Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter.

Face Tone

Back Move

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], and then go to Step 4. To hide

], and then go to Step

Shooting modes

Select Shooting → Face Retouch → an option.

5

• Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of
imperfections.

Face Retouch

Using the DIS mode

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

Back Move

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

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[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

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The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro.

Extended functions

Before correction After correction

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Mode → DIS.

2

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

3

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

4

• The digital zoom does not work in this mode.

• If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry.

• The DIS function may not work in a place where the lighting is

brighter than that of a fluorescent lamp.

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Shooting modes

Using the Program mode

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Mode → Program.

2

Smart Auto
Program
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie

Exit Back

Set options.

3

(For a list of options, refer to

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

4

[Shutter] to focus.

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

5

“Shooting options.”)

Extended functions

Recording a video

You can record videos of up to 4 GB or 2 hours each.
The recorded video is saved as an MJPEG file.

• Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If this
occurs, set a lower resolution. (p. 36)

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Mode → Movie.

2

Press [ ].

3

Select Movie → Frame Rate → a frame rate (the

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number of frames per second).

• As the frame rate increases, action appears more natural, but
the file size also increases.

• The zoom ratio and angle of view might decrease when shooting
video.

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Shooting modes

Press [ ].

5

Select Movie → Voice → a sound option.

6

Option Description

On: Record a video with sound.

Off: Record a video without sound.

Zoom Mute: The camera stops recording sound

temporarily when you use the zoom.

Set other options as desired.

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(For options, refer to “Shooting options.”)

Press [Shutter] to start recording.

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Press [Shutter] again to stop recording.

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Extended functions

To pause recording

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

Press [

] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume.

Stop Pause

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Recording voice memos

Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of
shooting conditions.

You will get the best sound quality when recording 16 inches (40 cm.) away from
the camera.

Recording a voice memo

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Voice → Record.

2

Press [Shutter] to record.

3

• You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length.

• Press [

Press [Shutter] to stop.

4

• Press [Shutter] again to record a new voice memo.

Press [ ] to switch to Shooting mode.

5

] to pause or resume recording.

Stop Pause

Extended functions

Adding a voice memo to a photo

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Voice → Memo.

2

Align your subject in the frame, and then take a photo.

3

Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).

4

• Begin recording the voice memo right after taking the photo.

• Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo before the

10 seconds are up.

You cannot add voice memos to photos in the burst mode.

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Shooting options

Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.

Selecting a resolution and quality

Selecting a resolution
Selecting image quality

Using the timer

Shooting in the dark

Preventing red-eye
Using the flash
Adjusting the ISO speed

Changing the camera’s focus

Using macro
Using auto focus
Adjusting the focus area

Using face detection

Detecting faces
Taking a self-portrait shot
Taking a smile shot
Detecting eye blinking

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Adjusting brightness and color

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)
Compensating for backlighting (ACB)
Changing the metering option
Selecting a light source (White balance)

Using burst modes

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Applying filter effects
Adjusting your photos

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Selecting a resolution and quality

Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.

Selecting a resolution

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

When taking a photo:

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Photo Size → an option.

2

Option Description

4320 X 3240: Print on A1 paper.

4320 X 2880: Print on A1 paper in wide ratio (3:2).

4000 X 3000: Print on A1 paper.

4320 X 2432: Print on A2 paper in panorama ratio (16:9)

3264 X 2448: Print on A3 paper.

2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper.

1984 X 1488: Print on A5 paper.

1920 X 1080: Print on A5 paper in panorama ratio (16:9)

1024 X 768: Attach to email.

or play back on an HDTV.

or play back on an HDTV.

Shooting options

When recording a video:

In the mode, press [ ].

1

Select Movie → Movie Size → an option.

2

Option Description

1280 X 720: For play back on an HDTV.

640 X 480: For play back on a standard, analog TV.

320 X 240: To post on a web page.

Selecting image quality

The camera compresses and saves the photos you take in JPEG
format. Higher quality images result in larger file sizes.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Quality → an option.

2

Option Description

Super Fine

Fine

Normal

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

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Using the timer

Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Off

Select an option.

2

Option Description

Off: The timer is not active.

10 Sec: Takes a photo in 10 seconds.

2 Sec: Takes a photo in 2 seconds.

Double: Takes a photo in 10 seconds, and then takes

another 2 seconds later.

Motion Timer: Detects your movement, and then takes
a photo. (p. 38)

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

Shooting options

Press [Shutter] to start the timer.

3

• The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera
automatically takes a photo at the specified time.

• Press [ ] to cancel the timer.

• Depending on the face detection option you have selected, the timer

function or some timer options may not be available.

• When you set burst options, you cannot use the timer function.

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Using the timer

Using the motion timer

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select .

2

Press [Shutter].

3

Stand within 10 ft. (3 m) of the camera within 6 seconds

4

after pressing [Shutter].

Make a motion, such as waving your arms, to activate

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the timer.

• The AF-assist light/timer lamp starts to blink rapidly when the
camera detects you.

The detection range of
the motion timer

Shooting options

Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp

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is blinking.

• The AF-assist light/timer lamp stops blinking just before the
camera automatically takes a photo.

The motion timer may not work when:

• you are more than 10 ft. (3 m) away from the camera

• your movements are too subtle

• there is too much light or backlight

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Shooting in the dark

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

Preventing red-eye

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

Shooting options

Using the flash

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select an option.

2

Option Description

Auto

Off:

• The flash does not fire.

• The camera displays the camera shake warning (

when you are shooting in low light.

Auto: The camera selects a proper flash setting for the
scene it detects in the

mode.

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)

Shooting in the dark

Option Description

Red-eye Fix*:

• The flash fires twice when the subject or background
is dark. The subject should not move until the flash
fires a second time.

• The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced
software analysis.

Slow Sync:

• The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.

• Select this when you want to capture ambient light to

reveal more details in the background.

• Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.

Fill in:

• The flash always fires.

• The camera adjusts light intensity automatically.

Red-eye*:

• The flash fires twice when the subject or background
is dark.

• The camera reduces red-eyes.

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

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
* There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Do not move until

the flash fires a second time.

Shooting options

• Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select

Blink Detection.

• Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance
from the flash. (p. 93)

• If light from the flash is relected or there is a large amount of dust in
the air, tiny spots may appear in your photo.

Adjusting the ISO speed

The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as
defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your
camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better
photo without using the flash.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → ISO → an option.

2

• Select to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the
brightness of the subject and lighting.

• The higher ISO speed you select, the more image noise you may get.

• When you select Motion Capture, the camera sets the ISO speed

to Auto.

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Changing the camera’s focus

Learn how to adjust the camera's focus.

Using macro

Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers
or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus.”

• Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.

• Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 15.7 in.

(40 cm.)

Shooting options

Using auto focus

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select an option.

2

Option Description

Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 31.5 in.
(80 cm) from the camera. Farther than 39 in. (1 m) when
using the zoom.

Macro

from the camera.

Auto Macro

Farther than 39 in. (1 m) when using the zoom.

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

Normal (AF)

: Focus on a subject 2 to 31.5 in. (5 - 80 cm)

: Focus on a subject farther than 2 in. (5 cm).

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Changing the camera’s focus

Adjusting the focus area

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Focus Area → an option.

2

Option Description

Center AF: Focus on the center. Suitable when subjects
are located in the center.

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

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

Shooting options

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Using face detection

If you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera
adjusts the exposure automatically. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to
capture a smiling face.

• In some scene modes, face detection is unavailable.

• Face detection may not be effective when:

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

- it is too bright or too dark

- the subject is not facing the camera

- the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask

- the subject is backlit or the lighting condition is unstable

- the subject’s facial expression changes remarkably

• Face detection is not available when using a smart filter or image
adjustment option.

• Depending on the face detection option you selected, the timer or
some timer options are not available.

• Depending on the face detection option you selected, some burst
options are not available.

Shooting options

Detecting faces

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Normal.

2

• The nearest face appears in a white focus frame and the rest
of the faces appear in gray focus frames.

• The closer you are to the subject, the quicker your camera detects
faces.

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Using face detection

Taking a self-portrait shot

Take photos of yourself. The camera automatically sets the photo
distance to close-up and emits a beep when ready.

A beeping sound will start and increase in
frequency as the face comes into focus.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Self-Portrait.

2

When you hear a beep, press [Shutter].

3

• The beeps will not be heard if the Volume is set to Off in the camera
settings menu.(p. 75)

Shooting options

Taking a smile shot

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Smile Shot.

2

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

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Using face detection

Detecting eye blinking

If your camera detects closed eyes, it automatically takes two
photos in succession.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Blink

2

Detection.

• Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen.

• When blink detection fails, the “Picture taken with eyes closed.”

message appears. Take another photo.

Shooting options

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Adjusting brightness and color

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

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)

Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos
may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the
exposure to get a better photo.

Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+)

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → EV.

2

Select a value to adjust the exposure.

3

• Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will remain the same. You
may need to change the exposure value later to avoid overexposure
or underexposure.

• If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select AEB (Auto
Exposure Bracket). The camera takes three photos, each with a
different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 49)

Shooting options

Compensating for backlighting (ACB)

When the light source is behind your subject or there is high
contrast between your subject and the background, your subject
is likely to appear dark in the photo. If this occurs, turn the Auto
Contrast Balance (ACB) option on.

Without ACB With ACB

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → ACB → an option.

2

Option Description

Off: ACB is off.

On: ACB is on.

• The ACB feature is not available when you set Continuous, Motion
Capture, or AEB options.

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Adjusting brightness and color

Changing the metering option

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Metering → an option.

2

Option Description

Multi:

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

• Suitable for general photos.

Spot:

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

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

• Suitable for a subject with backlighting.

Center-weighted:

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

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

Shooting options

Selecting a light source (White balance)

The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of
the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be
realistic, select a white balance setting that matches the lighting
conditions, such as Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten.

(Auto WB) (Daylight)

(Cloudy) (Tungsten)

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Adjusting brightness and color

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → White Balance → an option.

2

Icon Description

Auto WB: Automatically sets the white balance based
on the lighting conditions.

Daylight: Select when taking outdoor photos on a
sunny day.

Cloudy: Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy
day or in shadows.

Fluorescent_H: Select when shooting under a daylight
fluorescent or three-way fluorescent light.

Fluorescent_L: Select when shooting under white
fluorescent light.

Tungsten: Select when taking indoor photos under
incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps.

Measure: Shutter: Use white balance settings you
defined. (See procedure at right.)

Shooting options

Defining your own white balance

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → White Balance →

2

Aim the lens at a piece of white paper.

3

Press [Shutter].

4

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Measure: Shutter

.

Using burst modes

It can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos.
In these cases, select one of the burst modes to take multiple pictures rapidly.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Drive → an option.

2

Option Description

Single: Take a single photo.

Continuous:

• While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
photos continuously.

• The maximum number of photos depends on the
capacity of your memory card.

Motion Capture:

• While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
VGA photos (6 photos per second; maximum of 30
photos).

AEB:

• Take 3 photos with different exposures: normal,
underexposed, and overexposed.

• Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

• You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select
Single.

• When you select Motion Capture, the resolution is set to VGA
and the ISO speed is set to Auto.

• Depending on the face detection option you selected, some
burst options are not available.

Shooting options

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Improving your photos

Learn how to improve your photos by applying smart filter effects, or by making some adjustments.

Applying filter effects

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

Vivid Retro Cool

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Smart Filter→ an option.

2

• Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone.

• If you use this function, you cannot set face detection and image

adjustment options.

Shooting options

Defining your own RGB tone

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Smart Filter → Custom RGB.

2

Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).

3

Back Move

Adjust the amount of the selected color.

4

(-: less or +: more)

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Improving your photos

Adjusting your photos

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

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Shooting → Image Adjust.

2

Select an adjustment option.

3

• Contrast

• Sharpness

• Saturation

Select a value to adjust the selected item.

4

Contrast option Description

-

+

Sharpness option Description

-

+

Decrease the color and brightness.

Increase the color and brightness.

Soften the edges on your photos. Suitable
for editing the photos on your computer.

Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity
of your photos. This may also increase the
noise on your photos.

Shooting options

Saturation option Description

-

+

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

• If you set an Image Adjust option, Smart Filter function is not

available.

Decrease the saturation.

Increase the saturation.

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Playback/Editing

Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. You will also learn
how to connect your camera to your photo printer or TV.

Playing back

Starting Playback mode
Viewing photos
Playing a video
Playing voice memos

Editing a photo

Resizing photos
Rotating a photo
Applying smart effects
Correcting exposure problems
Creating a print order (DPOF)

Viewing files on a TV

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Transferring files to your Windows
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Transferring files using Intelli-studio
Transferring files by connecting the camera
as a removable disk
Disconnecting the camera
(for Windows XP)

Transferring files to your Mac computer

Printing photos with a PictBridge photo
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Playing back

Learn to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and manage files.

Starting Playback mode

View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your
camera.

Press [ ].

1

• The most recent file you have taken or recorded is displayed.

• If the camera is off, it will turn on.

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files.

2

• Press and hold to scroll through files quickly.

• If you want to play videos and voice memos stored in your camera,

please turn off camera and remove your memory card, and then turn
on the camera into playback mode to play.

• The camera will not properly play back files that are too large or those
taken with cameras from other manufacturers.

Playback/Editing

Display in Playback mode

Information

Icon Description

Photo includes a voice memo

Video file

Print order has been set (DPOF)

Protected file

Folder name – File name

• If you want to view the file information, press the [ ] button.

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Playing back

Viewing files by category in Smart Album

View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or
week.

In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down.

1

Press [ ].

2

Select a category.

3

Type

Date

Color

Week

Back Set

Option Description

Type

Date

Color

Week

View files by file type.

View files by the date they were saved.

View files by the dominant color of the image.

View files by the weekday they were saved.

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

Playback/Editing

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files.

4

• Press and hold to scroll through files quickly.

Press [ ] to return to the normal view.

5

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Playing back

Viewing files as thumbnails

Scan thumbnails of files.

In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down to display 9
or 20 thumbnails (push [Zoom] up to return to the
previous mode).

Filter

To Do this

Scroll through files

Delete files

Press [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].

Press [ ], and then select Yes.

Playback/Editing

Protecting files

Protect your files from accidental deletion.

In Playback mode, press [ ].

1

Select File Options → Protect → Select.

2

To protect all files, select All → Lock.

3

To protect a single file, select the file you want to protect,

4

and then press [

• Press [ ] again to cancel your selection.

Select Set

Repeat Step 4 to protect additional files individually.

5

Press [ ].

6

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].

Playing back

Deleting files

Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete protected
files.

To delete a single file,

In Playback mode, select a file, and then press [ ].

1

Select Yes to delete the file.

2

To delete multiple files,

In Playback mode, press [ ].

1

Select Multiple Delete.

2

Select the files you want to delete, and then press [ ].

3

• Press [ ] again to cancel your selection.

Press [ ].

4

Select Yes.

5

To delete all files,

In Playback mode, press [ ].

1

Select File Options → Delete → All → Yes.

2

Playback/Editing

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Playing back

Viewing photos

Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show.

Enlarging a photo

In Playback mode, push [Zoom] up to enlarge a
photo (push [Zoom] down to reduce a photo).

The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the
screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary depending on the
resolution.

Trim

To Do this

Move the enlarged area

Trim the enlarged photo

Press [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].

Press [ ]. The trimmed photo is saved
as a new file.

Playback/Editing

Starting a slide show

You can apply effects and add audio to your slide show.

In Playback mode, press [ ].

1

Select Multi Slide Show.

2

Select a slide show effect option.

3

• Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects.

Option Description

Select the photos you want to view as a slide show.

Images

Effect

Interval

Music

• All: View all photos in a slide show.

• Date: View photos captured on a specific date in

a slide show.

• Select: View selected photos in a slide show.

• Select a transition effect.

• Select Off for no effects.

• Set the interval between photos.

• This is available when you select Off in the Effect

option. See below.

Select a background audio.

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Playing back

Set the slide show effect.

4

Select Start → Play.

5

• To loop the slide show, select Repeat.

• Press [

] to pause or resume the slide show.

To stop the slide show and switch to Playback mode, press [ ], and then
[

] or [ ].

Playing a video

You can play a video or capture an image from a video.

In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ].

1

Playback/Editing

Pause

Use the following buttons to control playback.

2

Press To

[

[ ]

[ ]

]

Scan backward.

Pause or resume playback.

Scan forward.

Playback time

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Playing back

Capturing an image during playback

Press [ ] at the point where you want to save a still

1

image.

Press [ ].

2

A captured image has the same resolution as the original video file and is
saved as a new file.

Playing voice memos

Playing a voice memo

In Playback mode, select a voice memo, and then press

1

[

].

Use the following buttons to control playback.

2

Press To

[

[ ]

[ ]

[ ]

]

Scan backward.

Pause or resume playback.

Scan forward.

Stop playback.

Playback/Editing

Adding a voice memo to a photo

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select File Options → Voice memo → On.

2

Press [Shutter] to record a short voice memo

3

(10 seconds maximum).

• Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.

You cannot add a voice memo to protected files.

Playing a voice memo added to a photo

In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice
memo, and then press [

•Press [ ] to pause or resume playback.

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].

Editing a photo

Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation.

The camera saves edited photos as new files.

Resizing photos

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select Edit → Resize → an option.

2

Select to save the photo as a start image. (p. 75)

•

1984 X 1488

Back

Available options differ depending on the size of the selected photo.

Move

Playback/Editing

Rotating a photo

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select Edit → Rotate → an option.

2

Right 90°

Back

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Move

Editing a photo

Applying smart effects

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

The edited photo will be saved as a new file but it could be
resized to a lower resolution.

Miniature

Miniature Vignetting

Fish-eye

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select Edit → Smart Filter → an option.

2

Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone.

3

Playback/Editing

Back

Defining your own RGB tone

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select Edit → Smart Filter → Custom RGB.

2

Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).

3

Back Move

Adjust the amount of the selected color.

4

(-: less or +: more)

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Move

Editing a photo

Correcting exposure problems

Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or
saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add
noise to the photo.

Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance)

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select Edit → Image Adjust → ACB.

2

Removing red-eye

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select Edit → Image Adjust → Red-eye Fix.

2

Hiding facial imperfections

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select Edit → Image Adjust → Face Retouch.

2

Select a level.

3

• As the number increases, the face becomes clearer.

Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select Edit → Image Adjust.

2

Select an adjustment option.

3

• : Brightness

•

: Contrast

•

: Saturation

Select a value to adjust the selected item.

4

(-: less or +: more)

Adding noise to the photo

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

1

[

].

Select Edit → Image Adjust → Add Noise.

2

Playback/Editing

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Editing a photo

Creating a print order (DPOF)

Select photos to be printed and set options, such as the number
of copies or paper size.

• You can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF
(Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a
DPOF-compatible printer at home.

• Wide photos may print with the left and right edges cut off, so be
aware of the dimensions of your photos.

• You cannot set the DPOF for the photos stored in the internal
memory.

In Playback mode, press [ ].

1

Select File Options → DPOF → Standard → an option.

2

Option Description

Select

All

Reset

If you select Select, scroll to a photo, and then push

3

[Zoom] up or down to select the number of copies.
Repeat for the photos you want to print, and then press
[

• If you select All, press [ ] or [ ] to select the number of

Print the selected photos.

Print all photos.

Reset to the default settings.

].

copies, and then press [

].

Playback/Editing

Press [ ].

4

Select File Options → DPOF → Size → an option.

5

Option Description

Select

All

Reset

If you select Select, scroll to a photo, and then push

6

Specify the print size for the selected photo.

Specify the print size for all photos.

Reset to the default settings.

[Zoom] up or down to select the print size. Repeat for
the photos you want to print, and then press [

• If you select All, press [ ] or [ ] to select the print size,
and then press [

Printing photos as thumbnails

In Playback mode, press [ ].

1

Select File Options → DPOF → Index → Yes.

2

If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF 1.1­compatible printers.

].

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].

Viewing files on a TV

Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable.

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ].

1

Select Settings → Video Out.

2

Select a video signal output according to your country

3

or region.

Turn off your camera and TV.

4

Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable.

5

Video

Turn on your TV, and then select the video output mode

6

using the TV remote control.

Turn on your camera, and then press [ ].

7

Audio

Playback/Editing

View photos or play videos using the buttons on your

8

camera.

• On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not
appear.

• Images may not appear centered on the TV screen depending on
your TV settings.

• You can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected
to a TV.

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Transfer files by connecting your camera to your Windows PC.

Requirements for Intelli-studio

Item Requirements

CPU

RAM

OS

Hard disk
capacity

Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz or higher/
AMD Athlon™ FX 2.6 GHz or higher

Minimum 512 MB RAM
(1 GB and above recommended)

Windows XP SP2/Vista/7

250 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)

• CD-ROM drive

• nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/ATI X1600 series

or higher

Others

• 1024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible
monitor (1280 x 1024 pixels, 32-bit color display
recommended)

• USB port, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c or later

* The programs may not work properly on 64-bit Edition of W indows XP,

Vista and 7.

Playback/Editing

• Intelli-studio may not perform correctly on some computers, even
when the computer meets the requirements.

• If your computer does not meet the requirements, videos may not
play correctly or it may take longer to edit videos.

• Install DirectX 9.0c or above before you use the program.

• Your computer must have Windows XP/Vista/7 or Mac OS 10.4 or

later for you to connect the camera to the computer as a removable
disk.

Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are not supported may void
your warranty.

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Installing Intelli-studio

Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive.

1

When the setup screen appears, click Samsung Digital

2

Camera Installer to start installation.

Select the programs to install, and then follow the

3

onscreen instructions.

Click Exit to complete the installation, and then restart

4

your computer.

Playback/Editing

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Transferring files using Intelli-studio

You can easily transfer files on your camera to your computer by
using Intelli-studio.

The battery will be charged while the camera is connected to a
computer with the USB cable.

Connect the camera to your computer with the USB

1

cable.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (▲) into
your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.

Run Intelli-studio.

2

Turn on the camera.

3

• The computer recognizes the camera automatically.

If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear.
Select Computer.

Select a folder on your computer to save new files.

4

• If your camera has no new files, the pop-up window for saving
new files will not appear.

Select Yes.

5

• New files are transferred to the computer.

Playback/Editing

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Using Intelli-studio

The Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files. You can also upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube. For details, select
Help → Help in the program.

• You cannot edit files directly on the camera. Transfer files to a folder on your computer before editing.

• You cannot copy files in your computer to the camera.

• Intelli-studio supports the following formats:

- Videos: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9), AVI (MJPEG)

- Photos: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF

2 1 3 4 5

15

14

13

12

Playback/Editing

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6

7

8

9

10

11

Transferring files to your Windows computer

Icon Description

1

Open menus

2

Display files in the selected folder

3

Change to the Photo edit mode

4

Change to the Video edit mode

Change to the Sharing mode (You can send files by email

5

or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube.)

6

Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list

7

Select a file type

8

View files of the selected folder on your computer

9

Show or hide files of the connected camera

10

View files of the selected folder on the camera

11

View files as thumbnails or on a map

12

Browse folders in the connected device

13

Browse folders in your computer

14

Move to the previous or next folder

Print files, view files on a map, store files in My Folder, or

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register faces

Playback/Editing

Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk

You can connect the camera to your computer as a removable
disk.

Connect the camera to your computer with the USB

1

cable.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (▲) into
your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Turn on the camera.

2

• The computer recognizes the camera automatically.

If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear.
Select Computer.

On your computer, select My Computer → Removable

3

Disk → DCIM → 100PHOTO.

Select the files you want and drag or save them to your

4

computer.

Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)

The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows Vista/7 is
similar.

If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until

1

it stops.

Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC

2

screen.

Click the pop-up message.

3

Remove the USB cable.

4

The camera may not be removed safely when Intelli-studio is running.
End the program before disconnecting the camera.

Playback/Editing

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Transferring files to your Mac computer

When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer recognizes the camera automatically.
You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs.

Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported.

Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the

1

USB cable.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (▲) into
your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.

Playback/Editing

Turn on the camera.

2

• The computer recognizes the camera automatically and
displays a removable disk icon.

If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear.
Select Computer.

Double-click the removable disk icon.

3

Transfer photos or videos to the computer.

4

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Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer

Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer.

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

1

Select Settings → USB.

2

Select Printer.

3

With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer

4

with the USB cable.

Turn on your camera.

5

• The printer recognizes the camera automatically.

Press [ ] or [ ] to select a photo.

6

• Press [ ] to set printing options.
See “Configuring print settings.”

Press [ ] to print.

7

• Printing starts. Press [ ] to cancel printing.

Playback/Editing

Configuring print settings

Images

Size

Layout

Type

Quality

Exit Print

Option Description

Images: Select whether to print the current photo or all
photos.

Size: Specify the size of the print.

Layout: Create thumbnail prints.

Type: Select the type of paper.

Quality: Set the printing quality.

Date: Set to print the date.

File Name: Set to print the name of the file.

Reset: Reset the print options.

Some options are not supported by some printers.

: One Photo

: Auto

: Auto

: Auto

: Auto

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Settings

Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.

Camera settings menu

Accessing the settings menu
Sound

………………………………………… 75

Display

……………………………………… 75

Settings

……………………………………… 76

…………………… 74

………………… 74

Camera settings menu

Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings.

Accessing the settings menu

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ].

1

Select a menu.

2

Mode

Shooting

Sound

Display

Settings

Exit Change

Menu Description

Volume
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound

Sound: Set various camera sounds and the volume.
(p. 75)

Display: Customize the display settings, such as start
image and brightness. (p. 75)

Settings: Change the settings for the camera system,
such as memory format, default file name, and USB
mode. (p. 76)

Select an option and save your settings.

3

Volume
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound

Back Set

Press [ ] to return to the previous screen.

4

Off
Low
Medium

High

Settings

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Camera settings menu

Sound

Item Description

Volume

Start Sound

Shutter Sound

Beep Sound

AF Sound

Adjust the volume of any sound.
(Off, Low, Medium*, High)

Select the sound the camera emits when you turn
it on. (Off*, 1, 2, 3)

Select the sound the camera emits when you
press the shutter button. (Off, 1*, 2, 3)

Select the sound the camera emits when you
press buttons or switch modes. (Off, 1*, 2, 3)

Select the sound the camera emits when you
half-press the shutter button. (Off, On*)

* Default

Display

Item Description

Function
Description

Start Image

Display
Brightness

Quick View

Settings

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* Default

Display a brief description of an option or menu.

Off, On*)

(

Set a start image to display when the camera turns
on.

• Off*: Display no start image.

• Logo: Display a default image stored in the internal

memory.

• User Image: Display the image you want. (p. 60)

• Only one user image will be saved in the
memory.

• If you select a new photo as a user image or
reset your camera, the current image will be
deleted.

Adjust the brightness of the screen.
(Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright)

Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you
have selected Auto.

Set the duration for reviewing a captured image before
returning to the Shooting mode.
(Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec)

Camera settings menu

Item Description

If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the
camera automatically switches to Power save mode
(press any button to deactivate the Power save

Power Save

mode). (Off*, On)

If the Power save mode is deactivated, the display will
dim to save battery life when you perform no operations
for about 30 seconds.

* Default

Settings

Item Description

Format the memory card. Format deletes all files,
including protected files. (Yes, No)

Format

Reset

Language

Time Zone Select a region and set the daylight-saving time (DST).

Date/Time
Set

Date Type

Settings

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If you use a memory card used with cameras from
different manufacturers or a memory card reader, or
one formatted on a computer, your camera may read
the card incorrectly. Format the card before using it.

Reset menus and shooting options. Date and time,
language, and video output settings are not reset.
(Yes, No)

Select a language for the display text.

Set the date and time.

Select a date format.
(Off, dd/mm/yyyy, mm/dd/yyyy,

* Default

yyyy/mm/dd*)

Camera settings menu

Item Description

Specify how to name files.

• Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001
when inserting a new memory card, formatting a
memory card, or deleting all files.

• Series*: Set the file number to follow the previous
file number when inserting a new memory card,
formatting a memory card, or deleting all files.

• The default name of the first folder is 100PHOTO

File No.

• The file number increases one at a time from

• The folder number increases one at a time from

• The maximum number of files that can be stored

• The camera defines file names according to

* Default * Default

and the default name of the first file is
SAM_0001.

SAM_0001 to SAM_9999.

100PHOTO to 999PHOTO.

in one folder is 9999.

the Digital rule for Camera File system (DCF)
standard. If you change the names of files
intentionally, the camera may not play back
the files.

Item Description

• Select whether to display the date and time on
your photos when printing. (Off*, Date, Date &
Time)

Imprint

• The date and time is displayed on the bottom­right corner of the photo.

• Some printer models may not print the date
and time.

• Set the camera to turn off automatically when you
are not using it. (Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 min, 10
min)

Auto Power
Off

AF Lamp

• Your settings will not change after replacing
the battery.

• The camera will not automatically turn off when:

• Turn on an assistant light to help you focus in dark

places. (Off, On*)

Set the video signal output according to your region.

• NTSC*: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan,
Mexico.

Video Out

• PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria,
Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, England,
Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Norway.

- it is connected to a computer or printer

- you are playing a slide show or videos

- you are recording a voice memo

Settings

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Camera settings menu

Item Description

Select the function to use when you connect the
camera to a computer or printer using a USB cable.

• Auto*: Set your camera to select a USB mode

USB

automatically.

• Computer: Connect your camera to a computer
for transferring files.

• Printer: Connect your camera to a printer for
printing files.

* Default

Settings

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Appendixes

Refer to error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips.

Error messages

Camera maintenance

Cleaning your camera
Using or storing the camera
About memory cards
About the battery

Before contacting a service center

Camera specifications

Glossary

FCC notice

Index

……………………………………… 102

…………………………… 80

……………………… 81

……………………… 81

………………… 82

………………………… 84

…………………………… 86

…………………… 93

…………………………………… 96

……………………………… 101

……… 90

Error messages

When the following error messages appear, try these remedies.

Error message Suggested remedies

• Turn off your camera, and then turn it on

Card Error

Card Locked

again.

• Remove your memory card, and insert it
again.

• Format your memory card. (p. 76)

Unlock the memory card.

Card not
supported.

DCF Full Error

File Error

Low Battery

Memory Full

No Image File

The inserted memory card is not compatible
with your camera. Insert an appropriate memory
card.

File names do not match the DCF standard.
Transfer the files on the memory card to your
computer, and then format the card. (p. 76)

Delete the damaged file or contact a Samsung
service center.

Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery.

Delete unnecessary files or insert a new memory
card.

Take photos or insert a memory card that has
some photos.

Appendixes

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Camera maintenance

Cleaning your camera

Camera lens and display

Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens
gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning
liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper, and then wipe gently.

Appendixes

Camera body

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.

• Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These
solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction.

• Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens
cover.

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Camera maintenance

Using or storing the camera

Inappropriate places to use or store the camera

•Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot
temperatures.

•Avoid using your camera in areas with extremly high humidity, or
where the humidity changes drastically.

•Avoid exposing the camera to direct sunlight and storing it in
hot, poorly-ventilated areas, such as in a car during summer
time.

•Protect your camera and the display from impact, rough
handling, and excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.

•Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or
poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and
internal components.

•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.

•Do not store the camera where there are mothballs.

Appendixes

Using on beaches or shores

•Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on
beaches or in other similar areas.

•Your camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery,
adapter, or memory card with wet hands. Operating the camera
with wet hands may cause damage to your camera.

Storing for extended period of time

•When you store the camera for an extended period, place it in a
sealed container with an absorbent material, such as silica gel.

•Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an
extended period. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over
time and cause serious damage to your camera.

•Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be
recharged before use.

Exercise caution when using the camera in humid
environments

When you transfer the camera from a cold environment to a warm
one, condensation can form on the lens or internal components
of the camera. In this situation, turn off the camera and wait for at
least 1 hour. If condensation forms on the memory card, remove
the memory card from the camera and wait until all moisture has
evaporated before reinserting it.

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Camera maintenance

Other cautions

•Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury
to yourself or others or damage to your camera.

•Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and
prevent proper operation.

•Turn off the camera while not in use.

•Your camera consists of delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the

camera.

•Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case
when not in use. Protect the camera from scratches by keeping
it away from sand, sharp implements, or loose change.

•Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor
the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.

•Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your
lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.

•The camera may turn off if impacted from the outside. This is to
protect the memory card. Turn on the camera to use it again.

•While you use the camera, it may heat up. This is normal and
should not affect your camera’s lifespan or performance.

•When you use the camera in low temperatures, it may take
some time to turn on, the color may be changed temporarily, or
after-images may appear. These conditions are not malfunctions
and they will correct themselves when the camera is returned to
normal temperatures.

Appendixes

•Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause
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.

•Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s
compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to
improper use may not be covered by your warranty.

•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.

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Camera maintenance

About memory cards

Supported memory cards

Your camera supports SD (Secure Digital), or SDHC (Secure
Digital High Capacity) memory cards.

Terminal

Write-protect switch

Label (front)

You can prevent files from being deleted by using the write­protect switch on the SD or SDHC card. Slide the switch down to
lock or slide it up to unlock. Unlock the card when shooting.

Appendixes

Memory card capacity

The memory capacity may differ depending on the scenes you
shoot or the shooting conditions. These capacities are based on
a 1 GB SD card:

Super

Size

Fine Normal 30 FPS 24 FPS 15 FPS

Fine

129 240 292 - - -

152 249 312 - - -

147 284 403 - - -

P
h
o

t

o

s

179 282 353 - - -

232 391 510 - - -

411 583 823 - - -

643 858 1,029 - - -

870 1,144 1,437

1,584 1,765 1,993 - - -

Approx.

*

V

i
d
e
o

s

* Available recording time may vary if you use the zoom.

Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total

recording time.

- - - -

- - -

- - -

Approx.

9’ 53’’

Approx.

26’ 19’’

7'16"

-

-

Approx.

11'37"

Approx.
18’ 54’’

Approx.
49’ 15’’

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Cautions when using memory cards

•Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a
memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera
and memory card.

•Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other
cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with
your camera.

•Turn off the camera when you insert or remove the memory
card.

•Do not remove the memory card or turn off your camera while
the lamp is blinking, as this may damage your data.

•When the lifespan of a memory card has expired, you cannot
store any more photos on the card. Use a new memory card.

•Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards with heavy impact
or pressure.

•Avoid using or storing memory cards near strong magnetic
fields.

•Avoid using or keeping memory cards in areas with high
temperature, high humidity, or corrosive substances.

•Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or
foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a
soft cloth before you insert the memory card in your camera.

•Do not allow liquids, dirt, or foreign substances to come in
contact with memory cards or the memory card slot. Doing so
may cause memory cards or the camera to malfunction.

Appendixes

•When you carry a memory card, use a case to protect the card
from electrostatic discharges.

•Transfer important data to other media, such as a hard disk,
CD, or DVD.

•When you use the camera for an extended period, the memory
card may become warm. This is normal and does not indicate
a malfunction.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.

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Camera maintenance

About the battery

Be sure to use rechargeable battery for reuse. Available batteries
for this camera are listed below.

Battery specifications

Specification Description

Model

Type

Cell capacity

Voltage

Charging time*
(when the camera is switched off)

* Charging the battery by connecting it to a computer may take longer.

BP70A

Lithium-ion battery

740 mAh (Minimum: 700 mAh)

3.7V

Approximately 150 min

Appendixes

Battery life

Average shooting time /
Number of photos

Approximately
110 min/
Approximately
220 photos

Test conditions
(when the battery is fully charged)

The battery life was measured under
the following conditions: in

mode,

at 14M resolution, on Fine quality.

1. Set the flash option to Fill in, take a
single shot, and zoom in or out.

Photos

2. Set the flash option to Off, take a
single shot, and zoom in or out.

3. Perform steps 1 and 2 for 30
seconds and repeat for 5 minutes.
Then turn off the camera for 1
minute.

4. Repeat steps 1 to 3.

Videos

Approximately
90 min

Record videos at 1280 X 720
resolution and 24 FPS.

• The figures above are based on Samsung’s standards. Your results
may differ depending on your actual usage.

• Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total
recording time.

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Camera maintenance

Low battery message

When the battery charge has fully discharged, the battery icon will
turn red and the ‘Low Battery’ message will appear.

Notes about using the battery

•Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very
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.

•When you use the camera for an extended period, the area
around the battery chamber may become warm. This does not
affect the normal use of the camera.

•Do not pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug from
the power outlet, as this may cause a fire or electric shock.

•In temperatures below 0 º C, battery capacity and battery life
may decrease.

•Battery capacity may decrease in low temperatures but will
return to normal in milder temperatures.

Appendixes

Cautions about using the battery

Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from
damage

Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this
can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your
battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage and
may cause a fire or electric shock.

Notes about charging the battery

•If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted
correctly.

•If the camera is on while charging, the battery may not fully
charge. Turn off the camera before charging the battery.

•Do not use your camera when you charge the battery. This may
cause a fire or electric shock.

•Do not pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug from
the power outlet, as this may cause a fire or electric shock.

•Wait to turn on the camera until after the battery has charged for
at least 10 minutes.

•If you connect the camera to an external power source while
the battery is depleted, using some high energy-consuming
functions will cause the camera to turn off. To use the camera
normally, recharge the battery.

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•Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly.
Charge the battery until the indicator light turns green.

•If the indicator light blinks in orange or does not illuminate,
reconnect the cable, or remove the battery and insert it again.

•If you charge the battery when the cable is overheated or the
temperature is too high, the indicator light may turn orange.
Charging will start when the battery cools down.

•Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is
finished, disconnect the cable from your camera.

•Do not bend or place heavy objects on the AC cable. Doing so
may damage the cable.

Notes about charging with a computer connected

•Use only the provided USB cable.

•The battery may not charge when:

- you use a USB hub

- other USB devices are connected to your computer

- you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your
computer

- the USB port of your computer does not support the power output
standard (5 V, 500 mA)

Appendixes

Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care

•Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations
when you dispose of used batteries.

•Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices,
such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may
explode when they are overheated.

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Camera maintenance

Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is
handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety,
follow these instructions for proper battery handling:

• The battery can ignite or explode if not handled
properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other
abnormalities in the battery, immediately discontinue use
of the battery and contact a service center.

• Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommend battery
chargers and adapters and charge the battery only by
the methods described in this user manual.

• Do not place the battery near heating devices or expose
it to excessively warm environments, such as the inside
of an enclosed car in the summertime.

• Do not place the battery in a microwave oven.

• Avoid storing or using the battery in hot, humid places,

such as spas or shower enclosures.

• Do not rest the device on flammable surfaces, such as
bedding, carpets, or electric blankets for a prolonged
period.

• When the device is switched on, do not leave it in any
confined space for a prolonged period.

• Do not allow battery terminals to come in contact with
metallic objects, such as necklaces, coins, keys, or
watches.

• Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended,
Lithium-ion replacement batteries.

Appendixes

• Do not disassemble or puncture the battery with any
sharp object.

• Avoid exposing the battery to high pressure or crushing
forces.

• Avoid exposing the battery to major impacts, such as
dropping it from high places.

• Do not expose the battery to temperatures of 60° C
(140° F) or above.

• Do not allow the battery to come in contact with moisture
or liquids.

• Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight, fire, or any
other source of excessive heat.

Disposal guidelines

• Dispose of the battery with care.

• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire.

• Disposal regulations may differ by country or region.

Dispose of the battery in accordance with all local and
federal regulations.

Guidelines for charging the battery

Charge the battery only by the method described in this
user manual. The battery can ignite or explode if not
charged properly.

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Before contacting a service center

If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted
the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center.

Situation Suggested remedies

• Make sure that the battery is inserted.

Cannot turn on the
camera

The power turns off
suddenly

The camera is losing
battery power quickly

• Make sure that the battery is inserted
correctly.

• Charge the battery.

• Charge the battery.

• Your camera may be in Power save

mode. (p. 76)

• The camera may turn off to prevent the
memory card from being damaged due
to an impact. Turn on your camera again.

• The battery may lose power more quickly
in low temperatures (below 0° C). Keep
the battery warm by putting it into your
pocket.

• Using the flash or recording videos
depletes the battery quickly. Recharge
if needed.

• Batteries are consumable parts that must
be replaced over time. Get a new battery
if the battery life is diminishing quickly.

Appendixes

Situation Suggested remedies

• There is no space on the memory card.
Delete unnecessary files or insert a new
card.

• Format the memory card. (p. 76)

• The memory card is defective. Get a

Cannot take photos

The camera freezes

The flash does not work

The flash fires
unexpectedly

The date and time are
incorrect

new memory card.

• Make sure that the camera is switched
on.

• Charge the battery.

• Make sure that the battery is inserted

correctly.

Remove the battery and insert it again.

• The flash option may be set to Off.
(p. 39)

• You cannot use the flash in the
or some

The flash may fire due to static electricity.
This is not a malfunction.

Set the date and time in the display settings
menu. (p. 76)

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modes.

, ,

Before contacting a service center

Situation Suggested remedies

The display or buttons
do not work

Remove the battery and insert it again.

If you use your camera at low temperatures,
it can cause the camera screen to

The camera screen
works poorly

malfunction or discolor.
For better performance of your camera
screen, use your camera at normal
temperatures.

The memory card has
an error

The memory card has not been reset.
Format the card. (p. 76)

If you change the name of a file, your
camera may not play the file. (Note: File

Cannot play back files

names should meet the DCF standard.) If
you encounter this situation, play back the
files on your computer.

• Make sure that the focus option you set
is suitable for close-up shots. (p. 41)

The photo is blurry

• Make sure that the lens is clean. If not,
clean the lens. (p. 81)

• Make sure that the subject is within
range of the flash. (p. 93)

The colors in the photo
do not match the actual
scene

An incorrect white balance can create
unrealistic color. Select the proper white
balance option to suit the light source.
(p. 47)

Appendixes

Situation Suggested remedies

• Turn off the flash. (p. 39)

The photo is too bright

• Your photo is overexposed. Adjust the
exposure value. (p. 46)

Your photo is underexposed.

The photo is too dark

• Turn on the flash. (p. 39)

• Adjust the ISO speed. (p. 40)

• Adjust the exposure value. (p. 46)

• Make sure that the camera is correctly

The TV does not
display your photos

connected to the TV with the A/V cable.

• Make sure that your memory card
contains photos.

• Make sure that the USB cable is

Your computer does
not recognize your
camera

connected correctly.

• Make sure that your camera is switched
on.

• Make sure that you are using a
supported operating system. (p. 65)

Your computer
disconnects the camera
while transferring files

The file transmission may be interrupted by
static electricity. Disconnect the USB cable
and connect it again.

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Before contacting a service center

Situation Suggested remedies

• Depending on the video player programs
installed on your PC, video files captured

Your computer cannot
play videos

Intelli-studio is not
functioning properly

by your camera may not play. To ensure
the video files play on your computer,
install and use the Intelli-studio. (p. 67)

• Make sure that the USB cable is
connected correctly.

• End Intelli-studio and restart the program.

• You cannot use Intelli-studio on

Macintosh computers.

• Depending on your computer's
specification and environments, the
program may not launch automatically.
In this case, click Start → All Programs

→ Samsung → Intelli-studio→ Intelli-
studio on your computer.

Appendixes

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Camera specifications

Image sensor

Type 1/2.3" (Approx. 7.78 mm) CCD

Effective pixels Approx. 14.2 Mega-pixels

Total pixels Approx. 14.58 Mega-pixels

Lens

Focal length

F No. F3.5 (W) ~ F5.9 (T)

Digital zoom

Display

Type TFT LCD

Feature 2.7" (6.9 cm), 230K

Focusing

Type

Range

Samsung Lens f = 4.9 ~ 24.5 mm
(35 mm film equivalent: 27 - 135 mm)

• Still Image mode : 1.0X ~ 3.0X

• Play mode : 1.0X ~ 13.5X (depends on image size)

TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Face Detection AF)

Wide (W) Tele (T)

Normal 80 cm - infinity 100 cm - infinity

Macro 5 cm - 80 cm 100 cm - 150 cm

Auto Macro 5 cm - infinity 100 cm - infinity

Appendixes

Shutter speed

• Smart Auto: 8 - 1/2,000 sec.

• Program: 1 - 1/2,000 sec.

• Night: 8 - 1/2,000 sec.

Exposure

Control Program AE

Metering Multi, Spot, Center-weighted

Compensation ±2EV (1/3EV steps)

ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600

Flash

Mode Off, Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Red-eye Fix

Range

Recharging time Approx. 4 sec. (depending on battery condition)

Shake reduction

Digtial Image Stabilization (DIS)

Effect

Shooting mode

• WIDE: 0.2 m - 2.63 m (ISO Auto)

• TELE: 0.5 m - 1.56 m (ISO Auto)

• Smart Filter: Normal, Fish-eye, Vivid, Retro, Cool,

Classic, Negative, Custom RGB

• Image Adjust :Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation

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Camera specifications

White Balance

Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten,
Custom

Date Imprinting

Date&Time, Date, Off

Shooting

Smart Auto (

Portrait, Night Portrait, Backlight

),

Scene (Beauty

Photos

• Mode:
Portrait, Backlight, Landscape, White, Action,
Tripod, Night, Macro, Macro Text, Blue Sky, Sunset
Sky, Macro Color, Natural Green, Fireworks
Program, DIS, Photo Help Guide ,
Shot, Night, Portrait, Landscape, Close Up, Sunset,
Dawn, Backlight, Beach & Snow)

• Drive: Single, Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB

• Timer: 10 Sec, 2 Sec, Double, Motion Timer

• Format: MJPEG (Max recording time: 2 hours)

• Size: 1280x720 (24FPS,15FPS), 640x480 (30

Videos

FPS,15 FPS), 320x240 (30 FPS,15 FPS)

• Frame Rate: 30 FPS, 24 FPS, 15 FPS

• Voice: On, Off, Zoom Mute

Video editing (embedded): Pause during recording,

•

Still image capture

Appendixes

Playback

Type

Edit Resize, Rotate, Smart Filter, Image Adjust

Effect

Voice recording

Single image, Thumbnails, Multi Slide show,
Movie Clip
* Slide show : Slide show with Effect & Music

• Smart Filter: Normal, Miniature, Vignetting, Fish-eye,
Vivid, Retro, Cool, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB

• Image Adjust : ACB, Red-eye Fix, Face Retouch,
Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Add Noise

• Voice Recording (max. 10 hours)

• Voice Memo in Still Image (max. 10 sec.)

Storage

• Internal memory: Approx. 9 MB

• External memory (Optional):

Media

- SD Card(up to 2GB guaranteed)

- SDHC (up to 8GB guaranteed)

* Internal memory capacity is subject to change

without prior notice.

• Still Image : JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1,

File format

PictBridge 1.0

• Movie Clip : AVI (MJPEG)

• Audio : WAV

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Camera specifications

For 1GB SD

Super Fine Fine Normal

4320 X 3240 129 240 292

4320 X 2880 152 249 312

4000 X 3000 147 284 403

4320 X 2432 179 282 353

Image size

3264 X 2448 232 391 510

2592 X 1944 411 583 823

1984 X 1488 643 858 1,029

1920 X 1080 870 1,144 1,437

1024 X 768 1,584 1,765 1,993

These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard
conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions
and camera settings.

Interface

Digital output
connector

Audio output

USB 2.0

Microphone : Mono
Internal Speaker : Mono

Video output NTSC, PAL (user selectable)

DC power input 4.2V

Appendixes

Power source

Rechargeable
battery

Lithium-ion battery: BP70A, 740 mAh
(Minimum: 700 mAh)

The power source may differ depending on your region.

Dimensions (W x H x D)

96.8 × 58 × 20.3 mm (excluding protrusions)

Weight

103 g (without battery and memory card)

Operating temperature

0 - 40˚ C

Operating humidity

5 - 85 %

Software

Intelli-studio

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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Glossary

ACB (Auto Contrast Balance)

This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images when
the subject is backlit or when there is a high contrast between your
subject and the background.

AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket)

This feature automatically captures several images at different
exposures to help you capture a properly-exposed image.

AF (Auto Focus)

A system that automatically focuses the camera lens on the subject.
Your camera uses the contrast to focus automatically.

Aperture

The aperture controls the amount of light that reaches the camera’s
sensor.

Camera shake (Blur)

If the camera is moved while the shutter is open, the entire image may
appear blurred. This occurs more often when the shutter speed is slow.
Prevent camera shake by raising the sensitivity, using the flash, or using
a faster shutter speed. Alternately, use a tripod, the DIS or OIS function
to stabilize the camera.

Appendixes

Composition

Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo.
Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition.

DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)

A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras
created by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA).

Depth of field

The distance between the nearest and farthest points that can be
acceptably focused in a photograph. Depth of field varies with lens
aperture, focal length, and distance from the camera to the subject.
Selecting a smaller aperture, for example, will increase the depth of field
and blur the background of a composition.

Digital zoom

A feature that artificially increases the amount of zoom available with
zoom lens (optical zoom). When using the digital zoom, the image
quality will deteriorate as the magnification increases.

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)

A format for writing printing information, such as selected images
and number of prints, on a memory card. DPOF-compatible printers,
sometimes available at photo shops, can read the information from the
card for convenient printing.

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Glossary

EV (Exposure Value)

All the combinations of the camera’s shutter speed and lens aperture
that result in the same exposure.

EV Compensation

This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured
by the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your
photos. Set the EV compensation to -1.0 EV to adjust the value one
step darker and 1.0 EV to one step brighter.

Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format)

A specification to define an image file format for digital cameras created
by the Japan Electronic Industries Development Association (JEIDA).

Exposure

The amount of light allowed to reach the camera’s sensor.
Exposure is controlled by a combination of the shutter speed, the
aperture value, and ISO sensitivity.

Flash

A speed light that helps to create adequate exposure in low-light
conditions.

Appendixes

Focal length

The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point
(in millimeters). Longer focal lengths result in narrower angles of
view and the subject is magnified. Shorter focal lengths result in
wider angles of view.

Histogram

A graphical representation of the brightness of an image. The
horizontal axis represents the brightness and the vertical axis
represents the number of pixels. High points at the left (too dark)
and right (too bright) on the histogram indicate a photo that is
improperly exposed.

Image sensor

The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for
each pixel in the image. Each photosite records the brightness of
the light that strikes it during an exposure. Common sensor types
are CCD (Charge-coupled Device) and CMOS (Complementary
Metal Oxide Semiconductor).

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Glossary

ISO sensitivity

The sensitivity of the camera to light, based on the equivalent film
speed used in a film camera. At higher ISO sensitivity settings, the
camera uses a higher shutter speed, which can reduce blur caused by
camera shake and low light. However, images with high sensitivity are
more susceptible to noise.

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

A lossy method of compression for digital images. JPEG images are
compressed to reduce their overall file size with minimal deterioration of
the image resolution.

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

A visual display commonly used in consumer electronics. This display
needs a separate backlight, such as CCFL or LED, to reproduce
colors.

Macro

This feature allows you to capture close-up photos of very small
objects. When using the macro feature, the camera can maintain a
sharp focus on small objects at a near life-size ratio (1:1).

Metering

The metering refers to the way in which the camera measures the
quantity of light to set the exposure.

Appendixes

MJPEG (Motion JPEG)

A video format which is compressed as a JPEG image.

Noise

Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced
or random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when photos are shot
with a high sensitivity or when a sensitivity is automatically set in a dark
place.

Optical zoom

This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does
not deteriorate quality of images.

Quality

An expression of the rate of compression used in a digital image.
Higher quality images have a lower rate of compression, which usually
results in a larger file size.

Resolution

The number of pixels present in a digital image. High resolution images
contain more pixels and typically show more detail than low resolution
images.

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Glossary

Shutter speed

Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close
the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as
it controls the amount of light which pass through the aperture before it
reaches the image sensor. A fast shutter speed allows less time to let
light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects
in motion.

Vignetting

A reduction of an image’s brightness or saturation at the periphery
(outer edges) compared to the center of the image. Vignetting can draw
interest to subjects positioned in the center of an image.

White balance (color balance)

An adjustment of the intensities of colors (typically the primary colors
red, green, and blue), in an image. The goal of adjusting the white
balance, or color balance, is to correctly render the colors in an image.

Appendixes

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