Samsung S760B, S860Blue, S860GREEN, S860Pink, S860 User Manual
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Set up the camera driver
Take a picture
Insert the USB cable
Check the camera's power
Check [Removable Disk]
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
If you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the
cause of the camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory card etc.)
to the A/S centre.
Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you
intend to use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung takes no responsibility for any loss or damage
that may result from camera malfunction.
Keep this manual in a safe place.
If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to
your PC, the images could be damaged. When transferring the images taken with the camera to your PC, be sure to use the supplied
USB cable to connect the camera to your PC. Please note that the
manufacturer holds no responsibility for loss or damage of images on
the memory card due to the use of a card reader.
The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to change
without prior notice for upgrading the camera functions.
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Getting to Know your cameraInstructions
Use this camera in the following order.
Before connecting the camera to a
PC, via the USB cable, you will need
to set up the camera driver. Install
the camera driver that is contained in
Application software CD-ROM. (p.79)
Take a picture. (p.16)
Insert the supplied USB cable into
the PC’s USB port and the camera’s
USB connection terminal. (p.81)
Check the camera’s power. If the
power is turned off, preset the
camera button to turn it on.
Open Windows’s EXPLORER and
search for [Removable Disk]. (p.82)
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Danger Warning
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. To do so may
result in fi re, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your
camera. internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should only
be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.
Please do not use this product in close proximity to fl ammable or
explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.
Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do
not use it. Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the power
source. You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service
centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fi re
or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or infl ammable foreign objects into the
camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery
chamber. This may cause a fi re or electric shock.
Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk
of electric shock.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Do not use the fl ash in close proximity to people or animals. Position-
ing the fl ash too close to your subject’s eyes may cause eyesight
damage.
For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of
children or animals to prevent accidents e.g.:
- Swallowing battery or small camera accessories. If an accident
should occur, please consult a doctor immediately.
- There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it
may result in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the
camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool.
Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high tem-
peratures, such as a sealed vehicle, direct sunlight or other places
of extremes in temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures may
adversely affect the camera’s internal components and could cause a
fi re.
When in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. This may cause
heat to build up and distort the camera body or cause a fi re. Always
use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
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Caution
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury.
Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fi re or injury.
- Use battery with the correct specifi cation for the camera.
- Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fi re.
- Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed.
Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long
period of time. Otherwise the battery may leak corrosive electrolyte
and permanently damage the camera’s components.
Do not fi re the fl ash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do not
touch the fl ash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the
AC Charger. After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the cable from the wall socket. Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving
the camera. Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and
cause a fi re or electric shock.
Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an un-
clear image and possibly causing camera malfunction.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the fl ash when you capture an image.
Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving
magnetic strip cards near the case.
Using an AC adapter that doesn’t match with the camera specifi cation
may cause camera malfunction. We recommend supplied battery or
exclusive rechargeable battery.
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Available AC adapter :
Voltage: 3.3V, Ampere: 2.0A, Diameter: 2.35
After turning on the camera, Check whether the battery type and the
camera setting set on the [Settings] > [Battery Type] menu (p. 49) are
same.
Contents
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007 System chart
008 Identifi cation of features
008 Front & Top
009 Back
010 Bottom / 5 Function button
010 Self-timer lamp
010 Camera Status Lamp
011 Mode icon
011 Connecting to a Power Source
012 Inserting the memory card
013
Instructions on how to use the memory card
015 LCD monitor indicator
016 Starting the recording mode
016 How to use the Auto mode
016 How to use the Program mode
017 How to use the Manual mode
017 How to use the DIS mode
018 Using the Photo Help Guide mode
019 How to use the Portrait mode
019 How to use the Scene modes
020 How to use the Movie clip mode
020 Recording the movie clip without sound
020 Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
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021 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
022 Using the camera buttons to set the camera
022 POWER button
022 SHUTTER button
022 ZOOM W / T button
024 Face Detection(FD) button
025 Function Description / Info / Up button
026 Macro / Down button
027 Focus lock
028 Flash / Left button
030 Self-timer / Right button
031 MENU / OK button
032 E (Effect) button
032 E (Effect) button : Colour
033 Fn button
033 How to use the Fn menu
034 Size
034 Quality / Frame rate
035 Metering
035 Sharpness
036 ISO
036 White balance
037 Exposure compensation
Contents
038 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the
camera settings
038 Recording
038 Auto Focus type
039 Voice Memo
039 Voice Recording
040 Recording the movie clip without voice
040 SCENE mode
041 Sound menu
041 Sound
041 Volume
041 Start up sound
041 Shutter sound
042 Beep Sound
042 AF sound
042 Self Portrait
042 Setup menu
043 Display
043 Language
044 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
044 Start up image
044 LCD brightness
045 Quick view
045 LCD save
046 Settings
SETUP
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046 Formatting a memory
046 Initialisation
047 File name
047 Imprinting the recording date
048 Auto power off
048 Selecting Video out type
049 Auto Focus lamp
049 Selecting a battery type
050 Starting play mode
050 Playing back a still image
050 Playing back a movie clip
051 Movie clip capture function
051 Playing back a recorded voice
051 Playing back a voice memo
052 LCD monitor Indicator
052 Using the camera buttons to set the camera
052 Thumbnail / Enlargement button
054 Info / Up button
054 Play & Pause / Down button
055 Left / Right / Menu / OK button
055 Printer button
055 Delete button
056 E (Effect) button : Resize
PLAY
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057 E (Effect) button : Rotating an image
057 E (Effect) button : Colour
059 Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor
060 Starting the Multi Slide Show
060 Start the Multi Slide Show
061 Selecting Images
061 Confi gure Multi Slide Show effects
062 Setting play interval
062 Setting Background Music
062 Playback
062 Voice memo
063 Deleting images
063 Protecting images
064 DPOF
066 Copy To Card
067 PictBridge
068 PictBridge : Picture Selection
068 PictBridge : Print Setting
069 PictBridge : Reset
069 Important notes
071 Warning indicator
072 Before contacting a service centre
074 Specifi cations
Contents
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077 Software Notes
077 System Requirements
078 About the software
079 Setting up the application software
081 Starting PC mode
084 Removing the removable disk
085 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
085 Using the USB Driver for MAC
085
Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE
086 Samsung Master
089 FAQ
SOFTWARE
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Contents
01 READY
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READY
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System chart
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional
equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.
Included items
Camera AA Alkaline Batteries USB cable AV cable Camera strap
Software CD
(see p.78)
User manual,
Product warranty
Optional items
SD/SDHC memory card /
MMC
(see p.12)
Rechargeable battery
(SNB-2512)
Charger (SBC-N2) AC cord Camera case
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Identifi cation of features
Front & Top
Mode dial
Self-timer lamp /
AF sensor
DC input connection port
USB / AV connection
terminal
Speaker
Power button
Flash
Lens/ Lens cover
Shutter button
Microphone
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Identifi cation of features
Back
5 function button
Play mode /
Printer button
Fn / Delete button
LCD monitor
Camera status lamp
Zoom T button (Digital zoom)
Zoom W button (Thumbnail)
E (Effects) button
Strap eyelet
Face Detection(FD) button
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Function Description /
Information / Up button
Flash /
Left button
Self-timer /
Right button
Macro / Down button
Play & Pause button
Bottom / 5 Function button
MENU / OK button
Identifi cation of features
Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
Blinking
- For the fi rst 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second
intervals.
- For the fi nal 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25-second intervals.
Blinking
For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals.
Blinking
A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2
seconds later a second picture will be taken.
Blinking
After pressing the Shutter button, the image is taken
in accordance with the subject’s movement.
Camera Status Lamp
Status Description
Power on
The lamp turns on and off when the camera is
ready to take a picture
After taking a picture
The lamp blinks while saving the image data and
turns off when the camera is ready to take a picture
When fl ash battery is charging
The lamp blinks
When the USB cable is
inserted to a PC
The lamp lights up
(LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)
Transmitting Data with a PC
The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)
When the USB cable is
inserted into a printer
The lamp is off
When the printer is printing
The lamp blinks
When the AF activates
The lamp turns on
(The camera focus on the subject)
The lamp blinks
(The camera doesn’t focus on the subject)
Memory card slotBattery chamber cover
Battery chamberTripod socket
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Mode icon
Refer to page 16 for more information about the camera mode setting.
Identifi cation of features Connecting to a Power Source
MODE Auto Program Manual DIS
ICON
Š‰✆ÿ
MODE
Photo Help
Guide
Portrait Scene Movie
ICON
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³
†
MODE
SCENE
Nightscene Children Landscape Close up
ICON
MODE Text Sunset Dawn Backlight
ICON
MODE Firework Beach&Snow - -
ICON
SNB-2512 rechargeable battery Specifi cation
Model SNB-2512
Type Ni-MH
Capacity
25
00mAh
Voltage 1.2V x 2
C
harging time
Approximately 300 Minutes (Use for SBC-N2)
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Included battery may vary depending on sales region.
We recommend batteries for a digital camera (Within a year from the
date of manufacture). The batteries are listed below.
- Non rechargeable batteries : 2 X AA Alkaline (High Capacity)
- Rechargeable batteries (Optional) : SNB-2512 (Ni-MH)
Important information about battery usage.
When camera is not in use, turn off the power.
Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long
periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking
if kept inside the camera.
Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance of the
battery and you may experience reduced battery life.
Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.
During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become
warm. This is perfectly normal.
It is easy to buy alkaline batteries. However, the duration for using
batteries varies in accordance with the battery manufacturer or the
photographic conditions
Do not use manganese batteries as manganese batteries cannot
deliver suffi cient power.
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Connecting to a Power Source
There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the
LCD monitor.
Battery
indicator
ihgf
Battery
status
The battery is
fully charged
Low battery capacity (Prepare
to recharge or
use spare bat-
tery)
Low battery capacity (Prepare
to recharge or
use spare bat-
tery)
Battery empty.
(Recharge or
use spare bat-
tery)
Insert the battery as shown
Inserting the memory card
Insert the memory card as shown.
- Turn off the camera’s power
before inserting the memory card.
- Have the front of the memory
card facing toward the front of the
camera (lens) and the card pins
toward the back of the camera
(LCD monitor).
- Do not insert the memory card
the wrong way round.
Doing so may damage the
memory card slot.
- If the camera does not turn on after
you have inserted battery, please
check whether the battery (+ / -).
- When the battery chamber cover
is opened, do not force the battery
chamber cover, this may damage it.
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Instructions on how to use the memory card
If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded
data may become corrupted :
- When the memory card is used incorrectly.
- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while
recording, deleting (formatting) or reading.
Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g.
fl oppy disks, hard disks, CD etc.
If there is insuffi cient memory available :
A [Memory Full!] message will appear and the camera will not operate.
To optimise the amount of memory in the camera, replace the memory
card or delete unnecessary images stored on the memory card.
Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.
Be sure to format the memory card (see p.46) if you are using a newly
purchased memory card for the fi rst time, if it contains data that the
camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a different camera.
Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted
or removed.
Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory
card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will need to purchase
a new memory card. Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered
by the Samsung warranty.
The memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.
Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic
or magnetic fi elds, e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.
Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes
in temperature.
Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact
with any liquid. Should this happen, clean the memory card with a soft
cloth.
Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the
memory card is warm. This is perfectly normal.
Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera. To
use the memory card in this camera, format the memory card using this
camera.
Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or
memory card reader.
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Card pins
Write protect switch
Label
Instructions on how to use the memory card
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
The camera can use SD/SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media
Cards).
The SD/SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents
image fi les from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch to the
bottom of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data will be protected. By
sliding the switch to the top of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data
protection will be cancelled.
Slide the switch to the top of the SD/SDHC memory card before taking
a picture.
When using a 256MB MMC memory, the specifi ed shooting capacity will
be as follows. These fi gures are approximate as image capacities can
be affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type.
The zoom button doesn’t function during the movie recording.
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
- S860
Recorded image
size
Super Fine Fine
Normal
30FPS 15FPS
Still
image
Ÿ
About58About83About
118 - -
¬
About64About
132
About
186 - -
About76About
151
About
195 - -
✩
About91About
179
About
252 - -
✨
About
140
About
269
About
372 - -
About
459
About
600
About
744 - -
*Movie
clip
ì
---
About 2'3" About 4'7"
❪
---
About 7'44" About 13'24"
- S760
Recorded image
size
Super Fine Fine
Normal
30FPS 15FPS
Still
image
+
About65About
130
About
190 - -
þ
About74About
147
About
205 - -
About88About
173
About
248 - -
✩
About88About
173
About
248 - -
✨
About
140
About
274
About
372 - -
About
538
About
710
About
744 - -
*Movie
clip
ì
---
About 2'3" About 4'7"
❪
---
About 7'44" About 13'24"
02 RECORDING
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The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting
functions and selections.
LCD monitor indicator
No. Description Icons Page
1 Recording mode
p.11
2
Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
Digital Zoom rate
p.22
3
Voice Memo /
Without Sound
Ï
/
Ç
p.39/40
4
Number of available
shots remaining
5p.14
Remaining time 00:00:00 p.14
[Image & Full Status]
No. Description Icons Page
5
Memory card icon /
Internal memory icon
Ö
/
×
-
6 Battery
p.12
7 Image Size
S860
p.34
S760
8
Image Quality / Frame Rate
p.34
9 Metering
p.35
10 Sharpness
p.35
11
ISO
p.36
12
White Balance
p.36
13
Exposure compensation
p.37
14 Date / Time
2007/12/01 01:00 PM
p.44
15
Camera shake Warning
p.21
16
Auto Focus Frame
p.38
17 Color
p.32
18 Macro
p.26
19 Self-timer
p.30
20 Flash
p.28
21
Aperture Value / Shutter Speed
F2.8, 1/45
p.17
22
Face Detection /
Self Portrait
/
p.24/25
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the Auto mode (
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)
If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button
down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject.
Should this be the case, the camera is unable to capture an image
clearly.
1. Insert the batteries (p.12). Insert the
batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card (p.12). As this
camera has a 11MB internal memory,
you do not need to insert the memory
card. If the memory card is not inserted,
an image will be stored in the internal
memory. If the memory card is inserted,
an image will be stored on the memory
card.
3. Close the battery chamber cover.
4. Press the power button to turn on the
camera. (If the date/time that is displayed on the LCD monitor is
incorrect, reset the date/time before taking a picture.)
5. Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by
using the LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user
interaction.
Selecting the automatic mode will confi gure the camera with optimal
settings. You can still manually confi gure all functions except the aper-
ture value and shutter speed.
1. Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating
the mode dial.
2. Press the Fn button to confi gure advanced
functions such as Image Size (p.34),
Quality (p.34), Metering (p.35), Sharpness
(p.35), ISO (p.36), White Balance (p.36)
and Exposure Value(p.37).
How to use the Program mode ( )
02 RECORDING
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Starting the recording mode
Digital Image Stabilisation (DIS) mode.
This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a
well-exposed image in dim conditions.
How to use the DIS mode (
)
You can manually confi gure all functions aperture value and shutter
speed.
How to use the Manual mode ( ¸ )
1. Select the MANUAL mode by rotating the
mode dial.
2. Press the Fn button and menu for the shutter
speed and aperture value will display.
Up / Down button : changes aperture value
Left / Right button : changes shutter speed.
3. Press the Fn button twice and take an image.
Things to watch out for using the DIS mode
1. The digital zoom will not operate in the
DIS mode.
2. If the lighting condition is brighter than
fl uorescent lighting conditions, the DIS will
not activate.
3. If the lighting condition is darker than
in fl uorescent lighting conditions, cam-
era shake warning indicator ( Ã ) will
display. For best results only take pictures
in situations where the camera shake
warning indicator ( Ã ) is not displayed.
4. If the subject is moving, the captured image may be blurred.
5. Avoid moving the camera while the [Capturing!] message is dis-
played to achieve a better result.
6. As the DIS uses the camera's digital signal processor, it may take a
little longer for the camera to process and save the images.
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DIS (Digital Image Stabilisation) function does not operate while the
camera is connected to a TV. Remember to keep the camera steady
when you are taking pictures.
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Starting the recording mode
Using the Photo Help guide mode ( ` )
Helps the user learn the correct picture taking method
and includes solutions for potential problems that may
occur. This also enables the user to practice the best
way to take the pictures.
Available functions of the photo help guide
Function that can be used when focusing is diffi cult
Functions that can be used when the image is blurred
Function that can be used when fi lming in the dark
Function that can be used when adjusting the picture brightness
Function that can be used when adjusting the picture colour
[Function that can be used when focusing is diffi cult]
Pressing the
MENU button
Pressing the shutter button
Guide list
MENU
Practice begins when
you press the shutter.
Guide list
MENU
Pressing the
Left/Right button
Pressing the
Left/Right button
Pressing the Up/
Down button
Pressing the Right button
Half press shutter button to focus
Focusing status can be checked
by half-pressing shutter button
- Green: Focusing successful
- Red: Focusing failed
Back Practice
²±
1/2
Half press shutter button to focus
When focusing is successful, fully
press the shutter button to shoot.
If focusing fails, half press the
button again.
Back Practice
²±
2/2
PHOTO HELP GUIDE
Features to counter camera shake
Features to use when adjusting brightness
Features to use when the image is out of focus
Move Next
²
Features to use in low light conditions
Features to use when adjusting colours
Features to use when the image is out of focus
To focus on a subject 80cm or more away
To focus on people’s faces
Half press shutter button to focus
To focus on a subject less than 80 cm away
Back Next
²±
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Starting the recording mode
Use the menu to easily confi gure optimal set-
tings for a variety of shooting situations.
1. Select the Scene mode by rotating the Mode
dial. (p.40)
2. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD
monitor.
3. Press the shutter button to capture an
image.
How to use the Scene modes (
)
The scene modes are listed below.
[Nightscene] (
) : Use this for shooting still images at night or
in other dark conditions.
[Children] (
) : To take a picture of fast moving objects,
for example, children.
[Landscape] (
) : To take pictures of distant scenery.
[Close Up] (
) : Close-up shooting for small objects such as
plants and insects.
[Text] (
) : Use this mode to shoot a document.
[Sunset] (
) : For taking pictures of sunsets.
[Dawn] (
) : Daybreak scenes.
[Backlight] (
) : Portrait without shadows caused by back-
light.
[Firework] (
) : Firework scenes.
[Beach&Snow] (
) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape
scenes.
How to use the Portrait mode ( )
Please select this mode for quick and easy
portraits.
Select Portrait mode using mode dial.
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Starting the recording mode
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time
of the memory capacity allows.
1. Select the Movie clip mode by rotating the
Mode dial. ( The Movie clip mode icon and
available recording time will display on the
LCD monitor.).
2. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD
monitor.
3. Press the shutter button once and movie
clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time allows. Movie clips
will still be recorded if the shutter button
is released. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button
again.
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Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 640x480, 320x240 (Selectable)
- Movie clip fi le type : AVI (MJPEG)
- Frame Rate : 30FPS, 15FPS (Selectable)
How to use the Movie clip mode ( ´ )
You can record the movie clip without sound.
Recording the movie clip without sound
Using Successive Recording
Steps from 1-2 are the same as those for
MOVIE CLIP mode.
3. Press the shutter button and movie clips
are recorded for as long as the available
recording time. Movie clips will still be
recorded if the shutter button is released.
4. Press the Pause button ( Ø ) to pause recording.
5. Press the Pause button ( Ø ) again to resume the recording.
6. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes,
while recording a movie clip. Using this function, you can record your
favourite scenes into a movie clip without having to create multiple
movie clips.
Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
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See p.40 for further details.
Stop REC
SH
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The available memory capacity may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.
When the Flash Off, Slow synchro mode or DIS mode is selected in
a low lighting condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( Ã )
may appear on the LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod, support the
camera on a solid surface or change to fl ash shot mode.
Shooting against the light : Please do not take pictures against the sun.
Doing so may make the picture dark. To
take a picture against the light, please use
the [Backlight] in the scene shooting mode
(see page 19), fi ll-in fl ash (see page 28),
spot metering (see page 35), or exposure
compensation (see page 37).
Avoid obstructing the lens or the fl ash when you capture an image.
Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
[Lightly press the shutter button]
[Press the shutter button]
Pressing the shutter button down half way.
Lightly press the shutter button to confi rm focus and fl ash battery
charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.
Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as
expected.
- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.
- If the subject is highly refl ective or shiny.
- If the subject is moving at high speed.
- When there is strong refl ected light, or when the background is very
bright.
- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is
very narrow (such as a stick or fl agpole).
- When the surroundings are dark.
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Using the camera buttons to set the camera
ZOOM W / T button
The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.
Used for turning the camera’s power on / off.
If there is no operation during the specifi ed
time, the camera's power will be turned off
automatically to save battery life.
Refer to page 48 for more information about
the auto power off function.
POWER button
Used for taking an image or recording voice in the RECORDING
mode.
In MOVIE CLIP mode
Pressing the shutter button down fully starts
the process for recording a movie clip.
Press the shutter button once and the movie
clip is recorded for as long as the available
recording time in the memory allows. If you
wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
In STILL IMAGE mode
Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and
checks the condition of the fl ash. Pressing the shutter button down
fully takes and stores the image. If you select voice memo recording,
the recording will start after the camera has fi nished storing the image
data.
SHUTTER button
If the menu is not displayed, this button works
as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM
button.
This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 3X
digital zoom function. Using both will offer a
total zoom ratio of 9X.
TELE Zoom
Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom
into the subject i.e. the subject will appear
nearer.
Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom is se-
lected, pressing the ZOOM T button activates
the digital zoom software. Releasing ZOOM
T button stops the digital zooming at the
required setting. Once the maximum digital
zoom (3X) is achieved, pressing the ZOOM T
button will have no effect.
[WIDE zoom]
[TELE zoom] [Digital zoom 3.0X]
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
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ZOOM W / T button
WIDE Zoom
Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will zoom
out from the subject i.e. the subject will appear
further away. Pressing the ZOOM W button
continuously will set the camera to its minimum
zoom setting i.e. the subject appears at its
furthest from the camera.
Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation, press-
ing the ZOOM W button will reduce the digital
zooming in steps. Releasing ZOOM W button
stops digital zooming. Pressing the ZOOM W
button will reduce the digital zoom and then it
will continue to reduce the optical zoom until
the minimum setting is reached.
Digital zoom
Optical zoom
Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the
camera to process. Allow time for this to take place.
The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.
You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital
zoom.
To view a clearer digital zoom image, press the shutter button halfway
at the maximum optical zoom position and press the zoom T button
again.
The digital zoom can’t be activated in DIS, Night, Children, Text,
Close up, Firework or Movie Clip modes.
Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera
malfunction.
[TELE zoom] [Optical zoom 2X] [WIDE zoom]
[Digital zoom 3.0X] [TELE zoom] [WIDE zoom]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
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Face Detection(FD) button
This function can detect up to 9 persons.
When the camera recognises many people at the same time, it
will focus on the nearest person.
The Digital zoom is not activated in this mode.
The face detection does not work when setting the effect mode.
When the camera detects a target face, the white colour focus
frame will be displayed over the target face and the grey colour
focus frame appear over the remaining faces(up to 8). Press the
shutter button halfway down to focus on the face and the white
focus frame turns green.(Total 9)
Return to previous AF mode if face detection was failure.
In some conditions this function cannot work properly.
- When a person wears dark glasses or some part of the face is
hidden.
- When the person being taken does not look at the camera.
- Camera doesn't detect a face as the brightness is too dark or
too bright.
- The distance between the camera and object are far.
The maximum available Face Detection range is 2.5m (Wide).
The nearer the subject, the faster the camera can recognize the
subject.
Face Detection(FD): This mode detects the face position of the sub-
ject automatically and then sets the focus and
exposure. Select this mode for quick and easy
face picture.
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Selectable modes: Auto, Program, Manual, DIS, Portrait, Children,
Beach & Snow
1. Press the FD(Face Detection) button
( ) in the selectable modes. The FD
icon will be displayed on the screen left
side.
2. The size and position of the auto focus
frame is set at the face of the subject
automatically.
3. Press the shutter button halfway. The focus frame turns to green
when the focus is activated.
4. Press the shutter button fully to take a picture.
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Function Description / Info
(î )
/ Up button
Face Detection(FD) button
Self Portrait
When taking pictures of yourself, the area of your face is automatically
detected so that you can take self pictures more easily and quickly.
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Selectable modes: Auto, Program, Manual, DIS, Portrait,
Beach & Snow
1. When pressing the Face Detection button again on the face
location screen, the Self Portrait icon appears ( ).
Pressing the
FD button
2. For self-fi lming, set the camera lens towards the face of the object.
It automatically detects the face of the object, and emits a guiding
sound.
3. Start fi lming by pressing the shutter button.
When locating the face in the center of the screen, it repeatedly
emits a faster sound unlike the sounds that are emitted when
the face is not in the center.
The guiding sound can be set using the sound setting menu.
(See p.42)
If [Self Portrait] is set, it is fi xed to Macro focus.
If [Self Portrait] is set, [Motion Timer] cannot be selected.
While the menu is showing, the Up button operates as a direction button.
If the menu screen does not appear, information or function descriptions
of the current fi lming image (fi lming mode) can be accessed through the
liquid crystal monitor by pressing the Function description/ Information
(î ) button.
[Filming screen] [Information screen] [Function description screen]
Function description : When pressing the Function description but-
ton on the information screen mode, detailed
descriptions of the functions can be viewed.
The function description can be cancelled by
pressing the Function description button again.
[Examples of Function descriptions ]
Pressing the
Function
description button
Pressing the
Fn button
Display every piece of information
about shooting.
Display the basic information.
Display description for each feature.
Display description for each feature.
Set the photo size.
Size
3264X2448
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Mode Auto ( Š )
Focus Type Auto macro (
d
) Normal
Focus range
W : 10 ~ Infi nity
T : 50 ~ Infi nity
W : 80 ~ Infi nity
T : 80 ~ Infi nity
Mode Program ( ‰ )
Focus Type macro (
e
) Normal
Focus range
W : 10 ~ 80
T : 50 ~ 80
W : 80 ~ Infi nity
T : 80 ~ Infi nity
Mode DIS Mode ( ÿ )
Focus Type Auto macro (
d
) Normal
Focus range
W : 10 ~ Infi nity
T : 50 ~ Infi nity
W : 80 ~ Infi nity
T : 80 ~ Infi nity
Macro
(
e
)
/ Down button
Types of focus mode and focus range (W : Wide, T : Tele)
(Unit: cm)
When the macro mode is selected, be particularly careful to avoid
camera shake.
When you take a picture within 30cm (Wide zoom) or 50cm (Tele zoom)
in the Macro mode, select the FLASH OFF mode.
When you take a picture within the 10cm macro range, the autofocus on
the camera will take longer to set the correct focus distance.
While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the
main menu to a sub menu, or to move down the sub menu. When the
menu is not showing, you can use the MACRO / DOWN button to take
macro pictures.
The distance ranges are shown below. Press the Macro button until the
desired macro mode indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
[Auto Focus]
[Macro (
e
)]
[Auto Macro ( d )]
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Available focusing method, by recording mode
( o : Selectable, : Infi nity focus range)
Mode Auto macro Macro Normal
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oo
‰
oo
✆
oo
ÿ
oo
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oo
o
†
oo
Mode
SCENE
Auto macro Macro Normal
o
o
o
o
o
o
Focus lock
To focus on a subject not positioned in the centre of the picture, use the
focus lock function.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway
and focus on the
subject.
1. The image to be
captured.
3. Recompose the picture and fully depress
the SHUTTER button.
Using the Focus Lock
1. Ensure the subject is in the centre of the autofocus frame.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. When the green auto focus
frame lights up, it means the camera is focused on the subject. Be
careful not to press the SHUTTER button all the way down to avoid
taking an unwanted picture.
3. With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway, move
the camera to recompose your picture as desired, and then press
the SHUTTER button completely to take the picture. If you release
your fi nger from the SHUTTER button, the focus lock function will be
cancelled.
Macro
(
e
)
/ Down button
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If you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow
synchro fl ash, the fi rst fl ash fi res to check the shooting condition
(Flash range and Power ratio of fl ash).
Do not move the camera until the second fl ash fi res.
Using the fl ash frequently will reduce the life of the battery.
Under normal operating conditions the re-charging time for the fl ash
is usually within 5.5 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging
time will be longer.
In the DIS mode, [Landscape], [Close up], [Text], [Sunset], [Dawn],
[Firework] scene modes and the Movie clip mode, the fl ash function
will not operate.
Take photographs within the fl ash range.
The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or
highly refl ective.
When taking an image in poorly lit conditions with the fl ash, there
may be a white speck in the captured image. The speck is caused
by the fl ash light refl ecting off atmospheric dust.
Flash
(
)
/ Left button
When the menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor, pressing the LEFT button makes the
cursor shift to the left tab.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD
monitor, the LEFT button operates as the
FLASH button.
Selecting the fl ash mode
1. Press the Mode button to select a RECORDING mode with the
exception of the Movie clip mode or the DIS mode.(p.16)
2. Press the Flash button until the desired fl ash mode indicator is
displayed on the LCD monitor.
3. A fl ash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
Use the correct fl ash to suit the environment.
Flash range
(Unit: m)
ISO
Normal Macro Auto macro
WIDE TELE WIDE TELE WIDE TELE
AUTO 0.8 ~ 4.0 0.8 ~ 2.1 0.3 ~ 0.8 0.5 ~ 0.8 0.3 ~ 4.0 0.5 ~ 2.1
[Selecting the Auto fl ash]
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