Samsung SAMSUNG_SL420, SL420 User Manual
User Manual
SL420
Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.
This manual will help you learn to capture
images, share or print your photos, and edit
photos with the accompanying software.
Please read this manual thoroughly.
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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
Setting up the application software
Use this camera in the following order.
To use this camera with a PC,
install the application software
first. After this has been done, the
stored images in the camera can be
moved to the PC and can be edited
by an image editing program. (p.89)
Take a picture. (p.20)
Insert the supplied USB cable
into the PC’s USB port and the
camera’s USB connection
terminal. (p.91)
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.92)
Take a picture
Insert the USB cable
Check the camera's
power
Check [Removable Disk]
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Warning
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals.
Positioning the flash too close to your subject’s eyes may cause
eyesight damage.
For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach
of children or animals to prevent accidents e.g.:
- Swallowing battery or small camera accessories. If an accident
should occur, please consult a doctor immediately.
- There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it
may result in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, allow
the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool.
Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high 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 fire.
When in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. This may cause
heat to build up and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always
use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
Danger
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. To do so may
result in fire, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your
camera. internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should only
be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.
Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or
explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.
Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do
not use it. Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the power
source. You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service
centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire
or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into
the camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and
battery chamber. This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk
of electric shock.
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Caution Contents
READY
RECORDING
007 System chart
007 Package Contents
007 Sold Separately
008 Identification of features
008 Front & Top
009 Back
010 Bottom
010 5 Function button
011 Self-timer lamp
011 Camera Status Lamp
011 Mode icon
012 Connecting to a Power Source
014 Inserting the memory card
015 Instructions on how to use the memory
card
017 When using the camera for the first time
018 LCD monitor indicator
019 How to use the menu
020 Starting the recording mode
020 Selecting modes
020 How to use the Auto mode
021 How to use the Program mode
021 How to use the DUAL IS mode
022 Using the Photo Help guide mode
023 How to use the Beauty Shot mode
023 How to use the Scene modes
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury.
Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fire or injury.
- Use battery with the correct specification for the camera.
- Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire.
- Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed.
Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a
long period of time. Otherwise the battery may leak corrosive
electrolyte and permanently damage the camera’s components.
Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do
not touch the flash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on when you are
using the Charger. After use, always switch off the camera before
unplugging the cable from the wall socket. Then make sure that
any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected
before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the cords
or cables and cause a fire or electric shock.
Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an
unclear image and possibly causing camera malfunction.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
When using this camera in low temperatures, you may experience
the following. These are not camera malfunctions and usually
recover at normal temperature.
- It takes longer to turn on the LCD monitor and the colour may
differ from the subject.
- When changing the composition, there may be an after image on
the LCD monitor.
Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving
magnetic strip cards near the case.
Never connect the 20 pin connector to the USB port of a PC. This
carries a high risk of computer malfunction.
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SETUP
Contents
025 How to use the Movie clip mode
025 Recording the movie clip without sound
025 Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
026 How to use the Smart Auto mode
027 Things to Watch Out for When Taking
Pictures
028 Using the camera buttons to set the camera
028 POWER button
028 SHUTTER button
028 ZOOM button
030 Info (DISP) / Up button
030 Macro / Down button
032 Focus lock
032 Flash / Left button
034 Self-timer / Right button
036 MENU button
036 OK button
036 Functions
037 How to Enable Functions Using the MENU
Button
037 Exposure compensation
038 White balance
039 ISO
039 Face Detection
041 Face Tone
041 Face Retouch
042 Image Size
042 Quality / Frame rate
043 ACB
043 Metering
044 Drive mode
044 Auto Focus type
045 Photo Style Selector
046 Image Adjust
046 OIS
047 Voice Memo
047 Voice Recording
048 Recording the movie clip without voice
049 Sound menu
049 Sound
049 Volume
049 Start up sound
049 Shutter sound
049 Beep Sound
050 AF sound
050 Self Portrait
050 Setup menu
050 Display
050 Language
050 Function Description
051 Start up image
051 Display Bright
051 Quick view
051 Display SAVE
052 Settings
052 Formatting a memory
005
PLAY
Contents
052 Initialisation
053 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
053 Time Zone
053 File name
054 Imprinting the recording date
054 Auto power off
055 Selecting Video out type
056 Auto Focus lamp
056 Setting the USB
057 Starting play mode
057 Playing back a still image
057 Playing back a movie clip
058 Movie clip capture function
058 Playing back a recorded voice
058 Playing back a voice memo
059 LCD monitor Indicator
060 Using the camera buttons to set the
camera
060 Thumbnail / Enlargement button
060 Smart Album
062 Info (DISP) / Up button
062 Play & Pause / OK button
063 Left / Right / Down / MENU button
063 Delete button
064 Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor
066 Edit
066 Resize
067 Rotating an image
067 Photo Style Selector
068 Image Adjust
070 View
070 Starting the Multi Slide Show
070 Start the Multi Slide Show
071 Selecting Images
071 Configure Multi Slide show effects
072 Setting play interval
072 Setting Background Music
072 File Options
072 Deleting images
073 Protecting images
073 Voice memo
074 DPOF
076 Copy To Card
077 PictBridge
078 PictBridge : Picture Selection
078 PictBridge : Print Setting
079 PictBridge : Reset
079 Important notes
081 Warning indicator
082 Before contacting a service centre
084 Specifications
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SOFTWARE
Contents
087 Software Notes
087 System Requirements
088 About the software
089 Setting up the application software
091 Starting PC mode
094 Removing the removable disk
095 Samsung Master
098 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
098 Using the USB Driver for MAC
099 FAQ
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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. Parts and accessories illustrated below may differ from
exact appearance.
Package Contents
Camera
Rechargeable battery
(4302-001221)
AC adapter (AD44-00131A) /
USB cable (AD39-00164A,
AD39-00165A)
Camera strap
(Silver: AD63-02596A/
Black: AD63-02604A)
Software CD (AD46-00241A)
(see p.88)
User manual (AD68-03970A)
,
Product warranty
Sold Separately
SD/SDHC memory card / MMC
(see p.16)
Camera case
AV cable
(AD39-00146A)
008
Identification of features
Front & Top
AF sensor /
Self-timer lamp
Lens/ Lens cover
Flash
Shutter button
Speaker
Power button
Microphone
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Back
Identification of features
Camera status lamp
LCD monitor
Play mode button
Fn / Delete button
5 function button
MENU button
USB / AV / DC terminal
Zoom Tele(T) button / Digital zoom
Mode Dial
Zoom Wide(W) button / Thumbnail
Strap eyelet
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Bottom
Identification of features
5 Function button
Battery holderBattery chamber cover
Memory card slot
Battery chamber
Tripod socket
Information / Up button
Macro / Down button
Self-timer /
Right button
Flash /
Left button
OK / Play & Pause button
011
Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
Blinking
- For the first 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second
intervals.
- For the final 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25-second intervals.
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 flash 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 is off
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)
Identification of features
Mode icon
Refer to page 20 for more information about the camera mode setting.
MODE Auto Program DUAL IS
Photo Help
Guide
ICON
MODE Beauty Shot Scene Movie
Smart Auto
ICON
MODE
SCENE
Frame Guide
Night Portrait Children
ICON
MODE Landscape Close up Text Sunset
ICON
MODE Dawn Backlight Firework
Beach&Snow
ICON
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Connecting to a Power Source
SLB-10A rechargeable battery Specifi cation
Model SLB-10A
Type Lithium lon
Capacity 1050mAh
Voltage 3.7V
C
harging time
Approximately 180 Minutes
You should use the rechargeable battery SLB-10A supplied with the
camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.
Number of images and battery life: Using the SLB-10A
Battery life /
Number of images
Conditions
Still image
Approx. 160 MIN /
Approx. 320 shots
Using the fully charged battery, Auto
mode, 10M image size, Fine image
quality, Shot to shot interval: 30Sec.
Changing the zoom position between
the Wide and the Tele after every shot.
Using the fl ash on every second shot.
Using the camera for 5 minutes and
then powering it off for 1 minute.
Movie Approx. 130 MIN
Using the fully charged battery
640x480 image size
30fps frame rate
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These fi gures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions
and shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user’s
methods.
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.
Connecting the AC adapter with the USB cable can be used as an
AC cable, and you can charge the rechargeable battery with the
AC cable.
- Using an AC cable
: Connect the AC adapter to the USB
cable. It can be used as a power
cable.
- Using a USB cable
: Remove the AC adapter.
You can download stored images
to your PC (p.91) or supply the
power to your camera through the
USB cable.
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Connecting to a Power Source
Important information about USB cable usage.
Use a USB cable with the correct specifi cation.
If the camera is connected to the PC through a USB hub :
connect the camera directly to the PC.
If the camera and other devices are connected to the PC at
the same time : remove other device.
Camera can not be detected using the front side USB port
of computer. In this case, use the back side USB port of
computer.
If the USB port of the PC doesn’t meet the Power output
standard (5V, 500mA), the camera may not be charged.
How to charge the rechargeable battery
Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and
do not insert by force. It may cause breakage of cable or camera.
If the charging LED of the AC Charger does not turn on or blink after
inserting the rechargeable battery, please check whether the battery
is inserted correctly.
If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery won’t
be fully charged. Turn the camera off while charging the battery.
Charging LED of the AC Adapter
Charging LED
Being Charged Red LED is on
Charging is complete Green LED is on
Charging error Orange LED is off or blinking
If you insert the fully discharged battery to charge it, do not turn on
the camera at the same time. The camera may not be turned on
because of the low battery capacity. Charge the battery for more
than 10 minutes before using the camera.
Do not use the fl ash frequently or take a movie clip with the fully
discharged battery charged for a short time. Even if the charger
is inserted, the camera power may be turned off because the
rechargeable battery is discharged again.
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There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on
the LCD monitor.
Battery
indicator
Battery
status
The battery is
fully charged
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge or use
spare battery)
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge or use
spare battery)
Battery empty.
(Recharge or
use spare bat-
tery)
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When using the camera and the battery in a place that is excessively cold or hot,
the battery status on the LCD may be different from the actual battery status.
Insert the battery as shown
Insert the memory card as shown.
- Turn off the camera’s power
before inserting the memory card.
- Have the front of the memory
card facing toward the back of
the camera (LCD monitor) and
the card pins toward the front of
the camera (lens).
- Do not insert the memory card
the wrong way round.
Doing so may damage the
memory card slot.
- 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.
Connecting to a Power Source Inserting the memory card
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Instructions on how to use the memory card
If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the re-
corded data may become corrupted :
- When the memory card is used incorrectly.
- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while
recording, deleting (formatting) or reading.
Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up
e.g. floppy disks, hard disks, CD etc.
If there is insufficient memory available :
A [Memory Full] message will appear and the camera will not
operate. To optimise the amount of memory in the camera, replace
the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored on the
memory card.
Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is
blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.
Be sure to format the memory card (see p.52) if you are using a
newly purchased memory card for the first time, if it contains data
that the camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured
with a different camera.
Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being
inserted or removed.
Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the mem-
ory card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will need to
purchase a new memory card. Wear and tear on the memory card
is not covered by the Samsung warranty.
The memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy
impact.
Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong
electronic or magnetic fields, e.g. near loud speakers or TV receiv-
ers.
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 con-
tact 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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Instructions on how to use the 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 files 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 1GB SD memory, the specified shooting capacity will be
as follows. These figures are approximate as image capacities can be
affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type.
Recorded image
size
Super
Fine
Fine
Normal
30 FPS 15 FPS
Still
image
About 182 About 334 About 471 - -
About 199 About 361 About 510 - -
About 252 About 441 About 611 - -
About 252 About 441 About 617 - -
About 334 About 577 About 792 - -
About 494 About 813
About 1065
--
About 1235 About 1670 About 1872
--
*Movie
clip
---
About 7'04"
About 13'52"
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About 26'20" About 49'16"
The zoom button doesn’t function during the movie recording.
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
You can record videos of up to 4GB or 2hours each.
Card pins
Write protect switch
Label
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
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Setting up the date, time and date type
1. Select the [Date&Time] menu by
pressing the Up/Down button and press
the Right button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by
pressing the Up/Down/Left/Right
button and press the OK button.
Left/Right button :
Selects world time/year/ month/ day/hour/
minute/ date type
Up/Down button : Changes the value of each item.
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For more information about the World Time, refer to the page 53.
When using the camera for the first time
Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using the camera for
the first time.
When the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be
displayed in the LCD monitor to set date, time and language. This
menu will not be displayed again after setting up the date, time
and language. Set up the date, time and language before using
this camera.
Setting up the language
1. Select the [Language] menu by
pressing the Up/Down button and press
the Right button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by
pressing the Up/Down button and press
the OK button.
Back Set
Date & Time :09/01/01
Language :English
English
䚐ạ㛨
Français
Deutsch
Español
Italiano
Back Set
Date & Time :09/01/01
Language :English
2009 / 01 / 01 13:00 yyyy/mm/dd
yyyy mm dd
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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.20
2
Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
Digital Zoom rate
p.28
3
Voice Memo
p.47
4
Number of available shots
remaining
00001 p.16
Remaining time 00:00:00 p.16
[Image & Full Status]
No. Description Icons Page
5
Memory card icon /
Internal memory icon
-
6 Battery
p.14
7 Flash
p.32
8 Self-timer
p.34
9 Macro
p.30
10 Photo Style Selector
p.45
11
Face Detection · Self Portrait
· Smile Shot · Blink Detection
p.39
12
Face Tone / OIS (Optical
Image Stabilization)
p.41/
46
13
Face Retouch / Image Adjust /
Without Sound
p.41/
46/48
14 Date / Time 2009/01/01 01:00 PM p.53
15 Camera shake Warning
p.27
16
Auto Focus Frame
p.44
17 Drive mode
p.44
18
Metering /
Long Time Shutter
p.43/
24
19
Image Quality /
Frame Rate
p.42
20 Image Size
p.42
21 ISO
p.39
22
White Balance
p.38
23
Exposure compensation
p.37
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How to use the menu
1.
Turn on the camera and press the MENU button. A menu for each camera mode appears.
2. Use the up or down buttons to navigate through the menus.
3. Use the left or right buttons to select a sub menu.
4. Select a submenu and click the OK button to save settings and return to the previous window.
Press the
LEFT or
RIGHT button.
Press the
LEFT or
RIGHT button.
Press the
UP or DOWN
button.
Press the
UP or DOWN
button.
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Photo Size
Quality
Focus Area
Photo Style Selector
OIS
Face Detection
Exit Change
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Photo Size
Quality
Focus Area
Photo Style Selector
OIS
Face Detection
Exit Change
Voic e
Voice
Back Set
Start Sound :Off
Shutter Sound :1
Beep Sound :1
AF Sound :On
Self-Portrait :On
Volume :Medium
Off
Low
Medium
High
Start Sound :Off
Shutter Sound :1
Beep Sound :1
AF Sound :On
Self-Portrait :On
Volume :Medium
Exit Back
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Self-Portrait
Volume
Exit Change
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Function Description
Start Image
Display Brightness
Quick View
Power Save
Language
Exit Change
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Self-Portrait
Volume
Exit Change
020
Starting the recording mode
How to use the Auto mode ( )
If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter
button down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus
on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera is unable to
capture an image clearly.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
1.
Insert the batteries (p.14). Insert the
batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card (p.14). As this
camera has a 9MB internal memory,
you do not need to insert the memory
card. If the memory card is not inserted, an image will be stored in the
internal memory. If the memory card is inserted, an image will
be stored on the memory card.
3. Close the battery chamber cover.
4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
5. Select the Auto mode by using 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 modes
You can select the shooting modes by using the mode dial on the upper
of your camera.
How to use the mode dial
Select the shooting mode by turning the mode dial to the selection
point.
Scene mode
Beauty Shot mode
Photo help guide
Movie Clip mode
DUAL IS mode
Smart Auto mode
Auto mode
Program mode
Select point
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Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with
optimal settings. You can still manually confi
gure all functions
except the aperture value and shutter speed.
1. Select the Program mode by using the
Mode dial. (p.20)
2. Press the Menu button to configure
advanced functions.
How to use the Program mode ( )
Starting the recording mode
DUAL IS(Dual Image Stabilization) mode.
This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get
a well-exposed image in dim conditions.
1. Select the DUAL IS mode by using the
Mode dial. (p.20)
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 DUAL IS mode ( )
Things to watch out for using the DUAL IS mode
1. The digital zoom will not operate in the DUAL IS mode.
2. If the lighting condition is brighter than fluorescent lighting
conditions, the DUAL IS will not activate.
3. If the lighting condition is darker than in fluorescent lighting
conditions, camera shake warning indicator ( Ã ) will display.
For best results only take pictures in situations where the
camera shake warning indicator ( Ã ) is not displayed.
4. If the subject is moving, the captured image may be blurred.
5. As the DUAL IS 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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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 difficult
Functions that can be used when the image is blurred
Function that can be used when filming 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 difficult]
Pressing the
Left/Right button
Pressing the OK button
Pressing the
Up/Down button
Pressing the
Up button
Pressing the OK buttonPressing the shutter button
Press the shutter button
to practice using this
feature.
Guide list
Photo Help Guide
Features to reduce camera shake
Features to use when adjusting brightness
Features to use when the image is out of focus
Features to use in low light conditions
Features to use when adjusting colours
Photo Help Guide
When the subject is in focus,
press the shutter button
completely to capture the image
or video. If the subject is out of
focus, try half-pressing the shutter
button again.
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Photo Help Guide
To focus on your subject, halfpress the shutter button:
- Green frame: subject is in focus
- Red frame: subject is out of focus
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Guide list
Pressing the
Left/Right button
Pressing the OK button
Features to use when the image is out of focus
To focus on a subject 80 cm or farther
To focus on people’s faces
Half-press the shutter button to focus
To focus on a subject less than 80 cm away
Photo Help Guide
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The scene modes are listed below.
[Frame Guide] (
) : Use this mode when you want someone
else to take a picture for you from the
angle you choose.
[Night] (
) : Use this for shooting still images at night
or in other dark conditions.
[Portrait] (
) : To take a picture of a person.
[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 backlight.
[Firework] ( ) : Firework scenes.
[Beach&Snow] (
) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape
scenes.
Starting the recording mode
Take a photo of portraits by setting options to clear facial
imperfections.
1. Select the Beauty Shot mode by using
the Mode dial. (p.20)
2. Press the Up/Down button in
[Functions] menu to select [Face Tone]
or [Face Retouch].
3. Press the Left/Right button to select a
desired level of [Face Tone] or [Face
Retouch] features. And then press the
OK button.
4. Press the Shutter button to capture
images.
How to use the Beauty Shot mode ( )
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To change the Scene mode,
press the MENU button and select
a desired scene menu.
Exit Change
Scene
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Night
Portrait
Children
Landscape
Close Up
Frame Guide
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Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of
shooting situations.
1. Select the Scene mode by using the
Mode dial. (p.20)
2. Press the Left/Right button to select
the desired mode.
3. Point the camera towards the subject
and compose the image by using the
LCD monitor.
4. Press the shutter button to capture an
image.
How to use the Scene modes ( )
This mode is appropriate for shooting with
pre-composed scenes.
Frame Guide
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the [Frame Guide] mode
Set [Frame Guide] mode when you want someone else to take a
picture for you from the angle you choose.
1. Take a picture from the angle you
choose.
- A guide appears round the sides
of the picture.
2. Then another person can take the
picture by aligning the edge of the
picture to be taken with the guide
framing the sides of the window.
Cancel Frame : OK
Guide
Cancel Frame : OK
Cancel Frame : OK
How to use the [Long Time Shutter]
This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture
values to the shooting environment. However, in Night scene mode,
you can set the shutter speed and aperture values to your preference.
Changing the Shutter speed and Aperture value
1. Select the [Night] mode. (p.23)
2. Press the Fn button and Long Time
shutter menu will be displayed.
3. Configure the Long Time shutter value
with the 5 function button.
4. Press the Fn button again. The value
you set will be saved and the mode
will switch to Night scene mode.
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Exit Move
Long Time Shutter
Adjust the shutter speed and aperture value.
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the Movie clip mode ( )
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording
time of the memory capacity allows.
1. Select the Movie clip mode by using
the Mode dial. (p.20)
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.
Ä Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 640x480, 320x240 (Selectable)
- Movie clip file type : AVI (MJPEG)
- Frame Rate : 30 FPS, 15 FPS (Selectable)
You can record the movie clip without sound.
Steps from 1 -3 are the same as those for
MOVIE mode.
4. Press the Menu button.
5. Press the Up / Down button to select the
[Functions] menu and press the Right
button.
Recording the movie clip without sound
6. Select the [Voice] menu by pressing the Up / Down button and
press the OK button.
7. Select the [Off] menu by pressing the Left / Right button.
8. Press the OK bu tton. You can record a movie without sound.
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See p.48 for further details.
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 OK button to pause recording.
5. Press the OK button 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)
Stop Record
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Starting the recording mode
The camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings
based on a detected type of scene. It will be helpful if you are not
familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.
1. Select Smart Auto mode by using the
Mode dial. (p.20)
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 Smart Auto mode( )
Each scene is recognized in the following conditions;
[Landscape] ( ) : When shooting outdoor scenes
[White] (
) : When shooting in a very bright
environment
[Night] ( ) : When shooting the nighttime scenes
[Night Portrait] (
) : When shooting people in a dark outdoor
place
[Backlight] ( ) : When shooting a backlit scenery without
a portrait
[Backlight Portrait] ( ) : When shooting a backlit portrait
[Portrait] (
) : When shooting a portrait
[Macro] (
) : When shooting close-ups
[Macro Text] (
) : When shooting texts in a close focus
[Tripod] (
) : When shooting a subject without any
movement on the tripod
[Action] ( ) : When shooting a subject making frequent
movements
If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, the
default settings will be used.
Even if there is a face detected, 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
shooting environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and
distance to the subject.
The [Night] mode recognizes scenes only when the flash is set
to off. The camera operates the [Tripod] mode after checking the
shooting condition on the tripod for a certain time.
Despite using a tripod, the camera may not select a tripod mode
depending on the subject’s movement.
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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 DUAL IS 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
flash shot mode.
Shooting against the light
: It is best to take pictures with the sun in the
background. Taking pictures against the
sun may make the picture come out dark.
To take a picture against the light, please
use the [Backlight] in scene shooting mode
(see page 23), fill-in flash (see page 32),
spot metering (see page 43), exposure
compensation (see page 37) or ACB (see
page 43) function.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
Pressing the shutter button down half way.
Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery
charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.
Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform
as expected.
- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.
- If the subject is highly reflective or shiny.
- If the subject is moving at high speed.
- When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is
very bright.
- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject
is very narrow (such as a stick or flagpole).
- When the surroundings are dark.
[Lightly press the shutter button]
[Press the shutter button]
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Using the camera buttons to set the camera
ZOOM 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 specified time, the camera's power
will be turned off automatically to save
battery life. Refer to page 54 for more
information about the auto power off
function.
Used for taking an image or recording voice in the RECORDING
mode.
In MOVIE CLIP mode
Pressing the shutter button down
fully starts the process for recording a movie clip. Press the shutter
button once and the movie clip is
recorded for as long as the available
recording time in the memory allows.
If you wish to stop recording, press
the shutter button again.
In STILL IMAGE mode
Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus
and checks the condition of the flash. Pressing the shutter button
down fully takes and stores the image. If you select voice memo
recording, the recording will start after the camera has finished
storing the image data.
If the menu is not displayed, this button
works as the OPTICAL ZOOM or
DIGITAL ZOOM button.
This camera has a 5X optical zoom and
a 5X digital zoom function. Using both
will offer a total zoom ratio of 25X.
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 (5X) optical zoom
is selected, pressing the ZOOM T button
activates the digital zoom software.
Releasing ZOOM T button stops the digital
zooming at the required setting. Once the
maximum digital zoom (5X) is achieved,
pressing the ZOOM T button will have no
effect.
POWER button
SHUTTER button
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
[WIDE zoom]
[TELE zoom] [Digital zoom 5.0X]
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ZOOM 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,
pressing 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.
If the Zoom buttons are being pressed during the Movie shots,
the voice will not be recorded.
You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital
zoom.
To view a clearer digital zoom image, press the shutter button
halfway at the maximum optical zoom position and press the
zoom T button again.
The digital zoom can’t be activated in the [Face Detection], [DUAL
IS], [Movie], [Smart Auto], [Beauty Shot] and some Scene modes.
Take care not to touch the lens to avoid taking an unclear image
and possibly causing camera malfunction. If the image is dim, turn
the camera power off and on again to modify the lens position.
Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera
malfunction.
When the camera is turned on, take care not to touch the camera’s
moving lens parts as this may cause the resulting image to be dim
and unclear.
Take care not to touch the lens when operating the zoom button.
[TELE zoom] [Optical zoom 2X] [WIDE zoom]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
[Digital zoom 5.0X] [TELE zoom] [WIDE zoom]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
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