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User Manual
ST93/ST94
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, Lithium-ion
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.
When connecting the USB cable to the camera, be sure to
insert the correct USB cable connector into the 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.
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Association.
• 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.
• You are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual
without prior permission.
• 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 28
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and
how to record a video or voice memo.
Shooting options 41
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
Playback/Editing 62
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 85
Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.
Appendixes 91
Refer to error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.
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Indications used in this manual
Shooting modeIndication
Smart Auto
Program
Panorama
Scene
Movie
DUAL IS
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, DUAL IS,
Movie modes, and
Smart Scene Detection
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.
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Annotation
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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 exposureOverexposure (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. 45)
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. 26)
• 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. 44)
• Set ISO speed options. (p. 45)
• 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. 54)
• Adjust the exposure. (p. 54)
• Set the metering option to
mode. (p. 36)
Night in the mode. (p. 34)
Backlight in the mode. (p. 30)
Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 44)
Fill in. (p. 44)
Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 55)
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Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 73)
Quick reference
Taking photos of people
• mode > Object Highlight 33
mode > Beauty Shot 32
•
• Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)
44
• Face Detection
49
Taking photos at night or in the dark
• mode > Night 34
mode > Sunset, Dawn 30
•
• Flash options
• ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light)
44
45
Taking action photos
• Continuous, Motion Capture 57
Taking photos of text, insects, or
flowers
• mode > Text 30
• Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos)
• White Balance (to change the color tone)
46
55
Taking panoramic photos
•
Panorama mode
35
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
• EV (to adjust exposure) 54
• ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright
backgrounds)
• Metering
• AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with
different exposures)
54
55
57
Applying a different effect
• mode > Magic Frame 31
• Smart filter effects
• Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or
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Basic functions
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions
for shooting.
Unpacking
Camera layout
Inserting the battery and memory card
Charging the battery and turning your camera on
Performing the initial setup
Learning icons
Selecting options or menus
Setting the display and sound
Taking photos
Tips for getting a clearer photo
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Charging the battery
Turning on your camera
Changing the display type
Setting the sound
Zooming
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Reducing camera shake (OIS)
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Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Optional accessories
CameraAC adapter/USB cableRechargeable battery
StrapUser Manual CD-ROMQuick Start Guide
• The illustrations may differ from your actual items.
• Purchase Samsung-approved optional items that are compatible with your camera
at the service center or the store where you purchased your camera. We are not
responsible for any damages caused by using items from other manufacturers.
Basic functions
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Camera caseMemory card/
Memory card adapter
A/V cableBattery charger
Camera layout
Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.
Shutter button
POWER button
Flash
Zoom button
• Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.
• Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in
Playback mode.
• Adjust volume in Playback mode.
Speaker
Microphone
AF-assist light/timer lamp
Lens
USB and A/V port
Accepts USB cable or A/V cable
Basic functions
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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 when the image is out of focus
• Steady: When connecting to the computer,
when out of focus or charging the battery
Mode button: Open the list of shooting modes
IconModeDescription
The camera automatically selects settings based
Smart Auto
Program
Panorama
Scene
Movie
DUAL IS
on a type of scene (Night, Portrait, Sunset, etc.)
it detects.
The camera sets the shutter speed and aperture
value and lets you set the other options.
This mode lets you shoot a wide scene in one photo.
Take a photo with options preset for a specific
scene (Landscape, Sunset, etc.).
Record a video.
The camera activates options that reduce camera
shake.
Display
Basic functions
Attaching the strap
Refer to the table at the bottom
ButtonDescription
Access options or menus
In Shooting modeWhile setting
Change the display option Move up
Navigation
Playback
Function
Change the macro optionMove down
Change the flash optionMove left
Change the timer optionMove right
Confirm the highlighted option or menu
Enter Playback mode
• Access options in Shooting mode
• Delete files in Playback mode
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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
Insert a memory card with
the gold-colored contacts
facing up.
Insert the battery with the
Samsung logo facing up.
Push the card gently until
the card disengages from
the camera, and then pull it
Memory card
Battery lock
out of the slot.
Push the lock up to release
the battery.
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 memory
card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory
card.
Basic functions
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Charging the battery and turning your camera on
Charging the battery
Before using the camera for the first time, you must charge the
battery. When connecting the USB cable to the camera, insert
the smaller connector into the camera and the other connector
into the power adapter.
Indicator light
•Red LED is on: Charging
•Red LED is off: Fully charged
Use only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera. If you
use another AC adapter (such as SAC-48), the camera battery may not
charge or work properly.
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
The initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings.
Press [].
1
• The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera
for the first time.
Press [ ] to select Language and press [ ] or [].
2
Press [] or [ ] to select a language and press [].
3
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to Time Zone and press
4
[
] or [].
Press [ ] or [ ] to select a time zone and press [].
5
• To set the daylight-saving time, press [].
Basic functions
Press [] or [ ] to select Date/Time Set and press
6
[
] or [].
Press [ ] or [ ] to select an item.
7
Press [] or [ ] to set the date and time and press [].
8
Press [] or [ ] to select Date Type and press
9
[
] or [].
Press [] or [ ] to select a date format and press [].
10
Press [] to switch to the Shooting mode.
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Learning icons
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
You can select options by pressing [], and then using the navigation buttons ([], [ ], [ ], [ ]). Press [] to confirm.
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 up or down, press [] or [ ].
• To move left or right, press [
Press [] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.
3
] or [ ].
Basic functions
Going back to the previous menu
Press [] again to go back to the previous menu.
Half-press [Shutter] to return to the Shooting mode.
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Selecting options or menus
Example: Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode
In Shooting mode, press [].
1
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then
2
press [
This mode allows you to directly set various features
for shooting.
Press [].
3
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to Shooting, and then
4
press [
Smart Auto
Program
Panorama
Scene
Movie
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit
] or [].
].
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Smart Filter
Face Detection
Change
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to White Balance, and then
5
press [
] or [].
Photo Size
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Smart Filter
Face Detection
ExitBack
Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to a White Balance option.
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Daylight
BackMove
Press [].
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Basic functions
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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.
ModesDisplay 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
OptionsDescription
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 basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Smart Auto mode.
In Shooting mode, press [].
1
Press [] or [ ] to scroll to Smart Auto, and then
2
press [
This mode recognizes the scene automatically.
Align your subject in the frame.
3
].
Smart Auto
Program
Panorama
Scene
Movie
Basic functions
Half-press [Shutter] to focus.
4
• A green frame means the subject in focus.
• A red frame means the subject is out of focus.
Press [Shutter] to take a photo.
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See page 26 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 5X digital
zoom. Intelli zoom and digital zoom cannot be used at the same
time.
Zoom ratio
Zoom inZoom out
Available zoom ratio for videos differs from photo zoom ratio.
Basic functions
Digital zoom
If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using
the digital zoom. By using both the optical zoom and digital zoom,
you can zoom in up to 25 times.
Zoom indicator
Optical range
Digital range
• The Digital zoom is not available with the Smart Filter effect or
Tracking AF option.
• If you capture a photo with the Digital zoom, the photo quality may
deteriorate.
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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.
Optical range
Photo resolution when
Intelli zoom is on
Zoom indicator
Intelli range
Basic functions
• The Intelli zoom is not available with a Smart Filter effect or Tracking
AF option.
• The Intelli zoom is available only when you set a 4:3 ratio resolution.
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.
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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Taking photos
Reducing camera shake (OIS)
Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode.
Before correctionAfter correction
In Shooting mode, press [].
1
Select Shooting or Movie→OIS→ an option.
2
Options Description
Off: Deactivate the OIS function.
On: Activate the OIS function.
Basic functions
• OIS may not function properly when:
- you move your camera to follow a moving subject
- you use digital zoom
- there is too much camera shake
- the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when in the mode)
- the battery is low
- you take a close-up shot
• If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred
by the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when
you use a tripod.
• If the camera is hit or dropped, the display will be blurry. If this occurs,
turn off the camera, and then turn it on again.
• In some scene modes, the OIS function is unavailable.
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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 composition and halfpress [Shutter] again if the focus
frame appears in red.
Make sure nothing is
blocking the lens.
Basic functions
Reducing camera shake
• Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to
reduce camera shake optically. (p. 25)
• Select the
both optically and digitally. (p. 36)
mode to reduce camera shake
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. 44)
• Set ISO speed options. (p. 45)
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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
-
(for example, 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 or reflective
- 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. 44)
• When subjects are moving fast
Use the continuous
or motion capture
function. (p. 57)
Basic functions
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Extended functions
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to
record a video or voice memo.
Shooting modes
Using the Smart Auto mode
Using the Scene mode
Using the Magic Frame mode
Using the Beauty Shot mode
Using the Object Highlight mode
Using the Night mode
Using the Panorama mode
Using the DUAL IS mode
Using the Program mode
Recording a video
Using the Smart Scene Detection mode
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 Smart Auto.
2
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.
IconDescription
Appears when taking photos of landscapes.
Appears when taking photos with bright white
backgrounds.
Extended functions
IconDescription
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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