Samsung ST6500 manual

This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly . Basic troubleshooting Quick refer ence Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index User Manual ST6500 Ä Click a topic[...]

1 Keep your camera away from small childr en 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 [...]

2 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 da[...]

3 Health and safety information 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 fr om the camera case. Informat[...]

4 Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term “High Definition Multimedia Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • microSD™ and micr[...]

5 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: T ouch m  Photo Size (represents T ouch m , and then to[...]

6 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 in a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life • Backgr ound : the objects around the subject ?[...]

7 Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject’ s eyes appear red. Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reflect light from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix . (p. 55) • If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 96[...]

8 Quick refer ence Capturing photos of people • Beauty Shot mode f 37 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 55 • Face Detection f 62 Capturing photos at night or in the dark • Scene mode > Sunset, Dawn f 36 • Night Shot mode f 37 • Flash options f 55 • ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 57 Capt[...]

9 Contents Extended functions .......................................................... 32 Using shooting modes ................................................ 33 Using the Smart Auto mode ........................................ 33 Using the Simple Shot mode ....................................... 34 Using the DUAL IS mode ......................[...]

10 Contents Shooting options .............................................................. 50 Selecting a resolution and quality ............................... 51 Selecting a resolution .................................................. 51 Selecting image quality ............................................... 52 Using the timer .................[...]

1 1 Contents Playback/Editing ............................................................... 79 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode .............. 80 Starting Playback mode .............................................. 80 Viewing photos .......................................................... 87 Playing a video ...........................[...]

Unpacking ………………………………… 13 Camera layout ……………………………… 14 Inserting the battery and memory card … 16 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ……………………………………… 17 Charging the battery ……………………… 17 T ur ning on your camera ………………… 17[...]

Basic functions 13 Unpacking The following items are included in your product box. Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap T ouch pen User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product. Optional accessories Camera case HDMI cable A/V cable Battery charger Memory card/ [...]

Basic functions 14 Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’ s parts and their functions. Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and batter y T ripod mount Shutter button POWER button AF-assist light/Timer lamp Flash Lens USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable HDMI port Accepts HDMI cable Microphone[...]

Basic functions 15 Camera layout Status lamp • Blinking : When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer , or out of focus • Steady : When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focus Zoom button • In Shooting mode : Zoom in or out • In Playback mode : Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumb[...]

Basic functions 16 Inserting the batter y and memor y card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memor y card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Memory card Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Slide the lock left to release the battery . Y ou can use the internal m[...]

Basic functions 17 Charging the battery and tur ning on your camera T ur ning 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. 18) T urning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ Playback ]. The camera turns on and immediately accesses Playback m[...]

Basic functions 18 Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera’ s basic settings. 4 T ouch Home , and then touch z or x to select a time zone. • When you travel to another country , touch Visit , and then select a new time zone. London, Lisbon Time Zone 5 T ouch o to save. [...]

Basic functions 19 Performing the initial setup 7 T ouch the up or down arrows to set the date. Date/Time Set Y ear Month Day 8 T ouch , and then set the time. Date/Time Set Hr Min • T o set daylight-saving time, touch . 9 T ouch o to save. 10 T ouch T ouch Calibration . 11 T ouch the target on the screen with your touch pen. T ouch Calibration T[...]

Basic functions 20 Icon Description Memory card inserted • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • : Empty (Recharge) Photo resolution Video resolution Metering Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Exposure value adjusted ISO sensitivity White balance Burst type Flash Intelli zoom is off Smart Filter Image Adjust Face detection Auto focus Learni[...]

Basic functions 21 Using the touch screen Learn how to use the touch screen. Use the supplied touch pen to touch or drag on the screen. Do not use sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen. Y ou can damage the screen. Flicking Gently flick the touch pen across the screen. T ouching T ouch an icon to select a menu or option. Smart[...]

Basic functions 22 Using the touch screen • The touch screen may not recognize your inputs if you touch multiple items at the same time. • The touch screen may not recognize your inputs if you touch the screen with your finger . • When you touch or drag the screen, discolorations may occur . This is not a malfunction, but a characteristic of[...]

Basic functions 23 Setting the touch screen and sound Learn how to change the basic screen display and the sound settings. Setting the sound Set your camera to emit or not to emit a sound when you perform functions. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 T ouch Sound . 3 T ouch the setting button next to Beep Sound to tur n on or off the beep. Setting the[...]

Basic functions 24 Using the Home screen Y ou can select a shooting mode or access the settings menu by touching the icons on the Home screen. Accessing the Home screen In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ HOME ]. Press [ HOME ] again to return to the previous mode. Smart Auto Scene Smart Movie Program Settings Album Photo Editor Movie S m a rt A [...]

Basic functions 25 Using the Home screen Rearranging icons Y ou can rearrange the icons on the Home screen in any order . 1 T ouch and hold an icon. Smart Auto Scene Smart Movie Program Settings Album Photo Editor Movie 2 Drag it to a new location. • T o move an icon to another page, drag it to the left or right edge of the screen. When you drop [...]

Basic functions 26 Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. 3 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. • A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. 4 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e a photo. See page 30 for tips to get clearer photos. 1 On the Home screen, touch[...]

Basic functions 27 Capturing photos 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. Optical range Digital range Zoom indicator • The Digital zoom is available only in Program and Scene (except T ext ) modes. • The [...]

Basic functions 28 Capturing photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies by how much you have zoomed in if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 10 times. Photo resolution when the Intelli zoom is on Optic[...]

Basic functions 29 Capturing photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. Before correction After correction 1 In Shooting mode, touch m . 2 T ouch the setting button next to OIS . Drive Smart Filter Image Adjust OIS • OIS may not function properly when: - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you[...]

Basic functions 30 Holding your camera correctly Ensure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [ Shutter ] to 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 capture the photo if th[...]

Basic functions 31 Preventing your subject fr om 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[...]

Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo, recor d a video, and recor d a voice memo by selecting a mode. Using shooting modes …………………… 33 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………… 33 Using the Simple Shot mode …………… 34 Using the DUAL IS mode ………………… 35 Using the Scene mode …………………… 3[...]

Extended functions 33 Using shooting modes Capture photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Icon Description Portraits at night Landscapes with backlighting Portraits with backlighting Portraits Close-up photos of objects Close-up photos of text Sunsets Clear skies Forested areas Close-up photos of colorful su[...]

Extended functions 34 Using shooting modes 3 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. • In several scenes, the camera automatically captures a photo when you half-press [ Shutter ]. 4 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e the photo. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the Smart Auto mode. • Even if i[...]

Extended functions 35 Using shooting modes Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction After correction 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 3 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e the pho[...]

Extended functions 36 Using shooting modes Using the Scene mode In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific scene. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 T ouch a scene. Option Description Landscape : Capture still-life scenes and landscapes. Sunset : Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking reds and yellows. [...]

Extended functions 37 Using shooting modes Using the Night Shot mode In Night mode, you can use a slow shutter speed to extend the time the shutter stays open. Increase the aperture value to prevent overexposure. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Drag the dials on the screen in the arr ow directions below to adjust shutter speed and aperture value. S[...]

Extended functions 38 Using shooting modes Using the Program mode In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically . 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 T ouch m , and then set desired options. (For a list of options, refer to page 50.) 3 Align your subject in the frame, and the[...]

Extended functions 39 Using shooting modes 3 Drag the icon into a desired box on the left. • T o remove shortcuts, drag an icon to the right. OK Reset Cancel EV My screen 4 T ouch o to save. Y ou can create up to 3 shortcuts. Using the Movie mode In Movie mode, you can record high-definition videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves[...]

Extended functions 40 Using shooting modes Pause recording The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. 00:05 00:02 • T ouch to pause while recording. • T ouch to resume. Using the Smart Movie mode In Smart Movie mode, your camera automatically chooses [...]

Extended functions 41 Using shooting modes 3 Press [ Shutter ] or touch to start recor ding. 4 Press [ Shutter ] again or touch to stop recor ding. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for Smart Movie mode. • The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the shooting conditions, s[...]

Extended functions 42 Using the Object Highlight mode The Object Highlight mode makes the subject more discernible by adjusting the depth of field. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on the screen. • The optimum distance will vary , based on the zoom ratio you use. 3 Drag the sliders t[...]

Extended functions 43 Using effect modes Using the Photo Filter mode In Photo Filter mode, you can apply various filter effects to your photos. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye Sketch 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 T ouch a desired filter . • T o view the original photo, touch Before . • T o view the photo with the filter effect, touch After .[...]

Extended functions 44 Using effect modes Before After Option Description Miniature Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Soft-Focus Hide facial imperfections or apply dreamy effects. Old Film 1 Apply vintage film effec[...]

Extended functions 45 Using effect modes Using the Movie Filter mode In Movie Filter mode, you can record videos with various filter effects. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 T ouch a desired filter . 00:20 Option Description Miniature Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting Apply the retro-looking colors, hig[...]

Extended functions 46 Using effect modes Using the Vignetting mode In Vignetting mode, you can capture a photo or record a video with a vignetting effect. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Select (photo) or (movie). 3 Drag the sliders to adjust Level , Brightness , and Contrast . • T o view the original photo, touch Before . • T o view the photo [...]

Extended functions 47 Using effect modes 3 Press [ Shutter ] or touch to start recor ding. 4 Press [ Shutter ] again or touch to stop recor ding. Using the Palette Effect mode In Palette Effect mode, you can record a video with effects to make specific colors stand out. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 T ouch a desired palette. Option Description P[...]

Extended functions 48 Recording a voice memo 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Press [ Shutter ] or touch to start recor ding. • T ouch to pause or touch to resume. • Each memo can be up to 10 hours long if memory is available. 3 Press [ Shutter ] again or touch to stop recor ding. T o view the list of saved voice memos, touch . Recording voice m[...]

Extended functions 49 Recording voice memos Adding a voice memo to a photo In Program mode, you can add a voice memo to a captured photo. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 T ouch m , and then touch the setting button next to Memo . 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then capture a photo. • The camera begins to record a voice memo right after yo[...]

Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 51 Selecting a resolution …………………… 51 Selecting image quality …………………… 52 Using the timer ……………………………… 54 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 55 Preventing r ed-eye ……………………… 55 Using the flash ………………?[...]

Shooting options 51 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Icon Description 4608 X 3456 : Print on A1 paper . 4608 X 3072 : Print on A1 paper in wide ratio (3:2). 4608 X 2592 : Print on A1 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV . 3648 X 2736 : Print on A2 paper . 2592 X 1944[...]

Shooting options 52 Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video resolution 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  Movie Size . 2 Select an option, and then touch o . 00:05 1280 X 720 HQ 1280 X 720 640 X 480 Movie Size Icon Description 1280 X 720 HQ : Play back high-quality files on an HDTV . 1280 X 720 : Play back on an HDTV . 640 X 480 : Play b[...]

Shooting options 53 Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video quality The camera compresses and saves the videos you record in the MP4 (H.264) format. 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  Frame Rate . 2 Select an option, and then touch o . • As the frame rate increases, action appears more natural, but the file size also increases. 00:05 3[...]

Shooting options 54 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 3 Press [ Shutter ] to start the timer . • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo at the specified time. • Press [ Shutter ] to cancel the timer . • Depending on the Face Detection option you have selected, the time[...]

Shooting options 55 Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Using the flash Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  Flash . 2 Select an option, and then touch o . Auto Red-eye Fill in Flash Icon Description Off : •[...]

Shooting options 56 Shooting in the dark • Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select Self-Portrait or Blink Detection . • Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 128) • If light from the flash is reflected or there is a substantial amount of dust in the air , tiny spots [...]

Shooting options 57 Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film’ s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. With a higher ISO sensitivity , you can get a [...]

Shooting options 58 Changing the camera’ s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’ s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  Focus . 2 Select Macro , and then touch o . Normal (AF) Macro Focus Icon Description Normal (AF) : Focus on a subject farther than 32 in (80 cm) from the camera. Macro : Manual[...]

Shooting options 59 Changing the camera’ s focus • If you do not touch any area on the screen, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. • T racking a subject may fail when: - the subject is too small - the subject moves excessively - the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place - colors or patterns on the subject[...]

Shooting options 60 Changing the camera’ s focus Adjusting the focus area Y ou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’ s location in the scene. 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  Focus Area . 2 Select an option, and then touch o . Multi AF One T ouch Shooting Smart T ouch AF Focus Area Using one tou[...]

Shooting options 61 Changing the camera’ s focus Icon Description Center AF : Focus on the center of the frame (suitable when subjects are located at or near the center). Multi AF : Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas. One T ouch Shooting : Focus on the subject and capture a photo by touching the image on the screen. (p. 60) Smart T ouch AF [...]

Shooting options 62 Using face detection If you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically . Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. Y ou can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces a[...]

Shooting options 63 Using face detection Capturing a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  Face Detection . 2 Select Smile Shot , and then touch o . 3 Compose your shot. • The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. When your subje[...]

Shooting options 64 Using face detection Using Smart Face Recognition The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. The Smart Face Recognition feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces and on favorite faces. The Smart Face Recognition feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Shooting[...]

Shooting options 65 Using face detection Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) Y ou can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and exposure on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  Smart FR Edit . 2 Select My Star , and then touch o . 3 Align your subject’ s f[...]

Shooting options 66 Using face detection 4 T ouch when the face list appears. • Y our favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list. • Y ou can register up to 6 favorite faces. • The flash will not fire when you register a favorite face. • If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of the faces in the face list. Viewin[...]

Shooting options 67 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality . • Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will be stored automatically . Y ou may need to change the exposure value later to avoid overexposure or underexposure. • If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select A[...]

Shooting options 68 Adjusting brightness and color • The ACB feature is always on in Smart Auto, Scene ( Beach & Snow ) modes. • The ACB feature is not available when you set Continuous , Motion Capture , or AEB options. Changing the metering option The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The br[...]

Shooting options 69 Adjusting brightness and color Icon Description Multi : • Y our camera divides the frame into several areas, and then measures the light intensity of each area. • Suitable for general photos. Spot : • Y our camera measures only the light intensity of the very center of the frame. • If a subject is not in the center of th[...]

Shooting options 70 Adjusting brightness and color 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  White Balance . 2 Select an option, and then touch o . Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent_H White Balance Icon Description Auto WB : Automatically set the White Balance based on the lighting conditions. Daylight : For outdoor photos on a sunny day . Cloudy : For outdoor pho[...]

Shooting options 71 Using burst modes It can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the burst modes to capture multiple photos rapidly . Icon Description Single : Capture a single photo. Continuous : • While you are pressi[...]

Shooting options 72 Applying effects/Adjusting images Available filters in Pr ogram mode Icon Description Normal : No effect Miniature : Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting : Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Soft-Focus : Hide facial imperfections or[...]

Shooting options 73 Applying effects/Adjusting images Icon Description Retro : Apply a sepia tone effect. Negative : Apply a negative film effect. Custom RGB : Customize a color value. Available filters in Movie mode Icon Description Normal : No effect Palette Effect 1 : Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and red color . Palette Effect 2 : M[...]

Shooting options 74 Applying effects/Adjusting images Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  Smart Filter . 2 Select Custom RGB , and then touch o . 3 Drag up or down to adjust the values of each color . • The higher the value, the brighter the photo. • The lower the value, the darker the photo. Custom RGB 4 T ouch o to sav[...]

Shooting options 75 Applying effects/Adjusting images Adjusting your photos Adjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  Image Adjust . 2 Drag up or down to adjust each value. • : Sharpness • : Contrast • : Saturation Image Adjust 3 T ouch o to save your changes. Sharpness Description - Soften [...]

Shooting options 76 Reducing the sound of the zoom When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom in the videos. Use the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. 1 In Shooting mode, touch m  V oice . 2 Select an option, and then touch o . 00:05 Sound Alive On Sound Alive Off Mute V oice Icon Descr[...]

Shooting options 77 A vailable shooting options by shooting mode For details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options". Smart Auto Simple Shot Dual IS Scene Close Up Night Shot Beauty Shot Program Movie Resolution OOOOOOOOO Quality - OOOOOOOO Timer U OOOOOOO U Flash UU - U - UU O- ISO sensitivity ------- O - Macro UU - UU - U OO[...]

Shooting options 78 Available shooting options by shooting mode Smart Movie Object Highlight Magic Frame shot Photo Filter Movie Filter Vignetting (photo) Vignetting (movie) Palette Effect Resolution O U - OOOOO Quality OOOO - OOO Timer U OOO U O UU Flash - U O U - U -- ISO sensitivity -------- Macro U --- U - UU Focus Area -------- Face detection [...]

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ………………………………………… 80 Starting Playback mode ………………… 80 Viewing photos …………………………… 87 Playing a video …………………………… 89 Playing a voice memo …………………… 91 Editing a photo ……………………………… 9[...]

Playback/Editing 80 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and how to manage files. 2 Drag the image left or right to move to another file. • T o skip files quickly , tilt the camera in the direction you want to flip files. (p. 81) • Y ou can also touch and hold the left end or right[...]

Playback/Editing 81 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode • Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera with the screen parallel to the ground. • When you rotate the camera 90° or 180° while you view a photo, the camera will automatically change the orientation of the displayed photo. (p. 112) • T o deactivate motion rec[...]

Playback/Editing 82 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Ranking your favorite faces Y ou can rank your favorite faces or delete them. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. 1 In Playback mode, touch m  Face List . • In Thumbnail view or Smart album, touch m  Face List . Face List Dis[...]

Playback/Editing 83 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files in Smart album as thumbnails View files by category , such as date, face, or file type. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 T ouch  a category option. Icon Description View all files. View files by the date they were saved. View files by recognized faces and favorite f[...]

Playback/Editing 84 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files in 3D view 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Drag images left or right to move to the previous or next file. • Flick the screen left or right to switch files more quickly . The faster you flick the screen, the more files you will scroll through at a time. 4/5 • Y ou [...]

Playback/Editing 85 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode T ouch a file to display it in full screen view . Icon Description Delete files Photo includes a voice memo Video file V oice memo file Drag the screen up or down to move to the previous or next page of thumbnails. Icon Description Play a slide show . • T ouch the screen to pause t[...]

Playback/Editing 86 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting files Select files to delete in Playback mode. Deleting a single file Y ou can select one file, and then delete it. 1 In Playback mode, locate the file you want to delete, and then touch . 2 When the pop-up message appears, touch Ye s . Y ou can also delete a file by touch[...]

Playback/Editing 87 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show . Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, push [ Zoom ] up to enlarge a portion of the photo. Push [ Zoom ] down to zoom out. Drag the screen to see another part of the photo. Deleting all files Y ou can select all files[...]

Playback/Editing 88 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Icon Description Delete the file. Crop the photo (the camera will save it as a new file). Return to the original view . Zoom ratio (The maximum zoom ratio differs depending on the photo resolution.) When you view photos that were captured by another camera, the zoom ratio may differ . [...]

Playback/Editing 89 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a video In Playback mode, you can view a video, and then capture or trim parts of the playing video. Y ou can save the captured or trimmed segments as new files. 1 In Playback mode, locate a video, and then touch . 2 View the video. Icon Description Scan backward. / Pause or res[...]

Playback/Editing 90 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Capturing an image from video 1 While viewing a video, touch at the point wher e you want to capture an image. 2 T ouch . 3 When the pop-up message appears, touch Ye s . • The resolution of the captured image will be the same as the original video. • The captured image is saved as a [...]

Playback/Editing 91 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing voice memos that are attached to photos 1 In Playback mode, locate a photo that includes a voice memo, and then touch . 2 Listen to the voice memo. Icon Description / Pause or resume playback. Adjust the volume or mute the sound. Return to Playback mode. Playing a voice memo List[...]

Playback/Editing 92 Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save edited photos as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution. Rotated photos overwrite the original files.[...]

Playback/Editing 93 Editing a photo Rotating a photo 1 In Playback mode, locate a photo, and then touch m . 2 T ouch Rotate , and then select a rotate option. Rotate Right 90˚ Left 90˚ Rotate 3 T ouch o to save. The camera will overwrite the original file. Using Smart Crop Use Smart Crop to select objects in a photo and save the cropped area as [...]

Playback/Editing 94 Editing a photo Adjusting your photos Learn how to adjust the brightness, contrast, or saturation and how to correct the red-eye effect. If the center of a photo is dark, you can adjust it to be brighter . The camera will save an edited photo as a new file, but may convert it to a lower resolution. • Y ou can adjust brightnes[...]

Playback/Editing 95 Editing a photo 4 Drag the slider left or right to adjust the option. • T o view the original photo, touch Before . • T o view the adjusted photo, touch After . 5 T ouch V to save your changes. Adjusting dark subjects (ACB) 1 On the Home screen, touch . • The most recent file will be displayed. 2 T ouch  a photo. 3 T o[...]

Playback/Editing 96 Editing a photo Removing red-eye 1 On the Home screen, touch . • The most recent file will be displayed. 2 T ouch  a photo. 3 T ouch m  Red-eye Fix . • T o view the original photo, touch Before . • T o view the adjusted photo, touch After . 4 T ouch V to save your changes. Creating a print or der (DPOF) Select photo[...]

Playback/Editing 97 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 7 T urn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when you connect it to a TV . 8 View photos or play videos using the touch screen on your camera. • Depending on the TV model, you may se[...]

Playback/Editing 98 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Viewing files on an HDTV Y ou can view high-quality and uncompressed photos or videos on an HDTV using the optional HDMI cable. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is supported by most HDTVs. For details, see the HDMI Kit manual. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 T ouch Connectivity  HDM[...]

Playback/Editing 99 T ransferring files to your Windows computer T ransfer files to your W indows computer , edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them to the web. • The requirements are recommendation only . Intelli-studio may not work properly even when the computer meets the requirements, depending on the condition of your computer . •[...]

Playback/Editing 100 T ransferring files to your Windows computer 5 T urn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically and Intelli- studio launches automatically . If you set the USB option to Select Mode , select Computer in the pop-up window . 6 Select a destination folder on your computer , and then select Ye s . • New [...]

Playback/Editing 101 T ransferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit files. For details, select Help  Help on the program toolbar . • T o enjoy more features, such as creating slide shows with templates, install the full version of Intelli-studio by [...]

Playback/Editing 102 T ransferring files to your Windows computer No. Description 1 Open menus. 2 Display files in the selected folder . 3 Switch to the Photo edit mode. 4 Switch to the Video edit mode. 5 Switch to the Sharing mode. (to send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or Y ouT ube) 6 Enlarge or reduce the thumbna[...]

Playback/Editing 103 T ransferring files to your Windows computer Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) For Windows Vista and W indows 7, the methods for disconnecting the camera are similar . 1 If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until it stops. 2 Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your computer screen. 3 Click the p[...]

Playback/Editing 104 T ransferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer , the computer will automatically recognize the device. Y ou can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 2 T urn on the camera. • The computer recog[...]

Playback/Editing 105 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer . 7 T ouch to print. • T ouch to print all photos. 8 When the pop-up window appears, touch Ye s to begin printing. • T o cancel printing, touch Cancel on the pop-up window . 1 O[...]

Playback/Editing 106 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Configuring print settings Press m to configure print settings. Size Layout T ype Quality Icon Description Size : Set the print size. Layout : Set the number of photos to be printed on a single sheet of paper . T ype : Set the type of paper . Quality : Set the print quality . Da[...]

Settings menu ………………………………………… 108 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 108 Sound ……………………………………………… 109 Display ……………………………………………… 109 Connectivity ………………………………………… 110 General ……………?[...]

Settings 108 Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. 3 T ouch an item. Language Time Zone Date/Time Set Date T ype General English Home Off 4 Select an option, and then touch o . Date T ype YYYY/MM/DD MM/DD/YYYY DD/MM/YYYY Off 5 T ouch to return to the previous screen. Accessing the settings menu 1 On the Home screen, touch .[...]

Settings 109 Settings menu Sound * Default Item Description V olume Set the volume of any sound. ( Off , Low , Medium *, High ) Beep Sound Set to emit sounds when you touch the screen or switch modes. ( Off , On *) Shutter Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press the shutter button. ( Off , 1 *, 2 , 3 ) Start Sound Set the sound the came[...]

Settings 1 10 Settings menu Item Description Display Brightness Adjust the brightness of the screen. ( Auto *, Dark , Normal , Bright ) Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto . Quick View Set the duration for reviewing a captured image before returning to the Shooting mode. ( Off , 0.5 sec *, 1 sec , 3 sec ) Power Save If [...]

Settings 111 Settings menu Item Description HDMI Output Set the resolution of photos when the camera plays back files on an HDTV via the HDMI cable. (NTSC: 1080i *, 720p , 480p /P AL: 1080i *, 720p , 576p ) • If the HDTV does not support the selected resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the next lower resolution. • If you select 480p or [...]

Settings 1 12 Settings menu Item Description File No. Specify how to name files. • Reset : Set the file number to start from 0001 when you insert a new memory card, format a memory card, or delete all files. • Series *: Set the file number to resume from the previous file number when you insert a new memory card, format a memor y card, or [...]

Settings 1 13 Settings menu Item Description AF Lamp Set a light to automatically turn on in dark places to help the camera focus. ( Off , On *) Format Format the internal memory and the memor y card Formatting will delete all files, including protected files. ( Ye s , No ) Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by another brand of c[...]

Error messages ……………………………………… 115 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 116 Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 116 Using or storing the camera ………………………… 117 About memory cards ……………………………… 118 About the battery ………………?[...]

Appendixes 1 15 Error messages When the following error messages appear , try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Card Error • T urn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and then insert it again. • Format your memory card. Card not supported. The inserted memory card is not supported by your came[...]

Appendixes 1 16 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dr y cloth. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the camera. These solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction. • Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens cover . Cleaning your camera Camera lens and touch screen Use a bl[...]

Appendixes 1 17 Camera maintenance Using on beaches or shores • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas. • Y our camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery , adapter , or memory card with wet hands. Operating the camera with wet hands may cause damage to your camera. Storing for exten[...]

Appendixes 1 18 Camera maintenance • Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with sensitive skin. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor . • Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’ s compartments, slots, [...]

Appendixes 1 19 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may var y depending on the scenes you shoot and the shooting conditions. The capacities below are based on a a 1 GB microSD card: Size Super Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS P h o t o s 105 206 303 - - 117 230 337 - - 140 275 406 - - 166 323 469 - - 319 607 858 - - 522 954 1,[...]

Appendixes 120 Camera maintenance Battery life Average shooting time / Number of photos T est conditions and procedures (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approximately 95 min/ Approximately 190 photos This is measured under the following conditions: in Program mode, in the darkness, at resolution, with OIS off, Fine quality . Procedure: 1.[...]

Appendixes 121 Camera maintenance Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory car ds from damage Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects. Contact can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your battery and lead to temporar y or permanent battery damage and may cause a fire or electric s[...]

Appendixes 122 Camera maintenance Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when you dispose of used batteries. • Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when they are overhea[...]

Appendixes 123 Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or impr operly . For your safety , follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly . If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other abnormalities in the battery , immediately[...]

Appendixes 124 Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a ser vice center . If you have attempted the suggested remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center . When you leave your camera at a service cen[...]

Appendixes 125 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The flash fires unexpectedly The flash may fire due to static electricity . The camera is not malfunctioning. The date and time are incorrect Set the date and time in the display settings. (p. 111) The touch screen or buttons do not work Remove the battery and insert[...]

Appendixes 126 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The TV does not display your photos • Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the TV with the A/V cable. • Make sure that your memory card contains photos. Y our computer does not recognize your camera • Make sure that the USB cable is connected correct[...]

Appendixes 127 Camera specifications Focusing T ype TTL auto focus (Multi AF , Center AF , Smart Face Recognition AF , Face Detection AF , Smart T ouch AF , One T ouch Shooting AF) Range Wide (W) T ele (T) Normal (AF) 80 cm-infinity 1.5 m-infinity Macro 5 cm-80 cm 1 m-1.5 m Auto Macro 5 cm-infinity 1 m-infinity Shutter speed • Smart Auto: 1/[...]

Appendixes 128 Camera specifications Flash Mode Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Off, Red-eye Fix Range • Wide: 0.2 m-3.0 m (ISO Auto) • T ele: 1.0 m-1.8 m (ISO Auto) Recharging time Approximately 4 sec. Shake reduction DUAL IS [Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) + Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)] Effect Photo Shooting mode • Photo Filter[...]

Appendixes 129 Camera specifications Videos • Modes: Movie, Smart Movie*, Vignetting , Movie Filter , Palette Effect * Smart Movie: Landscape, Blue Sky , Natural Green, Sunset • Format: MP4 (H.264) (Maximum recording time: 20 min) • Size: 1280 X 720 HQ, 1280 X 720, 640 X 480, 320 X 240 • Frame rate: 30 FPS, 15 FPS • Voice: Mute, Sound Al[...]

Appendixes 130 Camera specifications Image size For 1 GB microSD: Number of photos Super Fine Fine Normal 4608 X 3456 105 206 303 4608 X 3072 117 230 337 4608 X 2592 140 275 406 3648 X 2736 166 323 469 2592 X 1944 319 607 858 1984 X 1488 522 954 1,336 1920 X 1080 742 1,336 1,878 1024 X 768 1,582 2,505 3,006 These figures are measured under Samsun[...]

Appendixes 131 Glossar y Composition Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually , abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronics and Information T echnology[...]

Appendixes 132 Glossary EV (Exposure V alue) All the combinations of the camera’ s shutter speed and lens aperture that result in the same exposure. EV Compensation This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your photos. Set the EV compensation to -1.0 EV [...]

Appendixes 133 Glossary ISO sensitivity The sensitivity of the camera to light, based on the equivalent film speed used in a film camera. At higher ISO sensitivity settings, the camera uses a higher shutter speed, which can reduce blur caused by camera shake and low light. However , images with high sensitivity are more susceptible to noise. JPEG[...]

Appendixes 134 Glossary Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter , and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor . A fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the [...]

Appendixes 135 Correct Disposal of This Pr oduct (W aste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger , headset, USB cable) should n[...]

Appendixes 136 FCC notice • NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequen[...]

Appendixes 137 B Battery caution 121 charging 17 inserting 16 Beauty Shot mode 37 Blink detection 64 Brightness Playback mode 94 Shooting mode 67 Burst modes Auto Exposure Bracket 71 Continuous 71 Motion Capture 71 D Date/Time set 111 Deleting files 86 DIgital Print Order Format (DPOF) 96 Digital zoom 27 Disconnecting the camera 103 Display bright[...]

Appendixes 138 F Face detection 62 Flash Auto 55 Fill in 56 Off 55 Red-eye 56 Red-eye fix 56 Slow sync 56 Focus area Center AF 61 Multi AF 61 One touch shooting 61 Smart T ouch AF 61 Focus sound 109 Formatting 113 G Guide lines 109 H Half-press shutter 30 HDMI Output 111 HDTV 98 Home button 15 Home screen 24 I Icons Home screen 24 Playback mode 82[...]

Appendixes 139 P Palette Effect mode 47 Photo Filter mode 43 PictBridge 105 Playback button 15 Playback mode 80 Power button 14 Power save mode 110 Printing photos 105 Program mode 38 Protecting files 86 Q Quick view 110 R Red-eye Playback mode 96 Shooting mode 55 Reset 113 Resolution Playback mode 92 Shooting mode 51 Retouching faces Playback mod[...]

Appendixes 140 U Unpacking 13 USB port 14 User buttons 38 Using the touch screen flicking 21 scrolling 21 touching 21 V Video playing 89 shooting 39 Viewing files page flip effect 84 slide show 88 Smart Album 83 thumbnails 85 TV 97 Vignetting mode 46 V oice memo playing 91 recording 48 W White Balance 69 Z Zoom using the zoom 27 zoom button 15 z[...]

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