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Health and safety information
Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.
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Health and safety information
t Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from
temperatures for an extended period of time. Prolonged damage
exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause
permanent damage to your camera’s internal components. t Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very
hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F).
t Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or
Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your
poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and
batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.
internal components.
t Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as
t Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an
this can create a connection between the + and – terminals
extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode
of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery
over time and cause serious damage to your camera.
damage.
t Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it on
t Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or
beaches or in other similar areas.
foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a
t Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, and soft cloth before inserting in your camera.
excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.
t Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory
t Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and card.
installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors,
t Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impact
improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries
or pressure.
and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and
accessories. t Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other
cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with
t Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s
your camera.
compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to
improper use may not be covered by your warranty. t Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.
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Health and safety information
Use only Samsung-approved accessories Exercise caution when using the camera in humid
environments
Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera,
cause injury, or void your warranty. When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm
and humid one, condensation can form on the delicate electronic
Protect your camera’s lens circuitry and memory card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour
until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera.
t Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolour
the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
Check that the camera is operating properly before use
t Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your
lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth. The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or
damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper
use.
Important usage information
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Organisation of the user manual
Basic functions 10
©2009 SAMSUNG DIGITAL IMAGING CO., LTD.
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic
Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be functions for shooting.
changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera
functions. Extended functions 25
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and
how to record a video or voice memo.
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Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual
Shooting mode Indication Icon Function
Auto a Additional information
Program p Safety warnings and precautions
DUAL IS d Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] (represents the
[ ]
Photo Help Guide h shutter button)
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Expressions used in this manual
Subject
Composition
Background
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Quick reference
Taking photos of people Adjusting the exposure (brightness) t Viewing files by category in
Smart Album f 53
t s mode > Portrait, Children f 27 t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 39 t Deleting all files on the
t b mode f 29 t EV (to adjust exposure) f 45 memory card f 54
t Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) t ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright t Viewing files as a slide show
f 38 backgrounds) f 45 f 56
t Face Detection f 42 t Metering f 46 t Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
t AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with f 63
Taking photos at night or in the dark different exposures) f 48 t Connecting your camera to a
computer f 65
t Adjusting sound and volume
t s mode > Night, Dawn, Firework f 27
Applying a different effect f 74
t Flash options f 38
t Adjusting the brightness of
t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 39 the display f 74
t Photo styles (to apply tones) f 49
t Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or t Changing the display
contrast) f 50 language f 74
Taking action photos t Setting the date and time
f 75
t Continuous, Motion Capture f 48 Reducing camera shake t Formatting the memory card
f 75
t Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) f 21 t Troubleshooting f 84
Taking photos of text, insects, or
t d mode f 30
flowers
t s mode > Close Up, Text f 27
t Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos) f 40
t White balance (to change the colour tone) f 46
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Contents
Basic functions ...................................................................... 10 Shooting options ................................................................... 34
Unpacking ......................................................................... 11 Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 35
Camera layout ................................................................... 12 Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 35
Icons ................................................................................. 14 Selecting image quality ........................................................ 35
Turning your camera on or off ........................................... 15 Using the timer .................................................................. 36
Selecting options ............................................................... 16 Shooting in the dark .......................................................... 38
Setting the display and sound ........................................... 18 Preventing red-eye .............................................................. 38
Changing the display type .................................................... 18 Using the flash .................................................................... 38
Setting the sound ................................................................ 18 Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... 39
Taking photos .................................................................... 19 Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ 40
Zooming ............................................................................. 20 Using macro ....................................................................... 40
Reducing camera shake (OIS) .............................................. 21 Using auto focus ................................................................. 40
Using the Photo Help Guide mode ................................... 22 Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... 41
Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 23 Using face detection ......................................................... 42
Detecting faces ................................................................... 42
Extended functions .............................................................. 25 Taking a self-portrait shot ...................................................... 43
Shooting modes ................................................................ 26 Taking a smile shot .............................................................. 43
Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................. 26 Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 44
Using the Scene mode ........................................................ 27 Using smart face recognition ............................................... 44
Using the frame guide .......................................................... 27 Adjusting brightness and colour ........................................ 45
Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode .............................. 28 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... 45
Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................ 29 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... 45
Using the DUAL IS mode ..................................................... 30 Changing the metering option ............................................... 46
Using the Program mode ..................................................... 30 Selecting a light source (White balance) ................................ 46
Recording a video ............................................................... 31 Using burst modes ............................................................ 48
Recording voice memos ................................................... 33 Improving your photos ...................................................... 49
Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 33 Applying photo styles ........................................................... 49
Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 33 Defining your own RGB tone ................................................ 49
Adjusting your photos .......................................................... 50
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Contents
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Basic functions
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions
for shooting.
Unpacking ………………………………………………… 11
Camera layout …………………………………………… 12
Icons ………………………………………………………… 14
Turning your camera on or off ………………………… 15
Selecting options ………………………………………… 16
Setting the display and sound ………………………… 18
Changing the display type ………………………………… 18
Setting the sound …………………………………………… 18
Taking photos ……………………………………………… 19
Zooming …………………………………………………… 20
Reducing camera shake (OIS) ……………………………… 21
Using the Photo Help Guide mode …………………… 22
Tips for getting a clearer photo ………………………… 23
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Software CD-ROM Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ from your actual items.
(User manual included)
Optional accessories
Sold as a set
Basic functions 11
Camera layout
Before you start, familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.
POWER button
Flash
Microphone
Lens
Tripod mount
Basic functions 12
Camera layout
Zoom button
t Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.
t Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode.
t Adjust volume in Playback mode.
Mode dial
Icon Mode Description
Take a photo quickly and easily with
a Auto minimal settings
Button Description
m Access options or menus. p Program Take a photo by setting options
o Confirm the highlighted option or menu. Take a photo with options preset for a
s Scene specific scene
Playback Enter Playback mode.
v Movie Record a video
t Access options in Shooting mode.
Function Take a photo by letting the camera select
t Delete files in Playback mode. S Smart Auto a scene mode as it detects
Basic functions 13
Icons
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
Basic functions 14
Turning your camera on or off
Learn how to start your camera.
Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. Turning on your camera in Playback mode
Press [P]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode
immediately.
Basic functions 15
Selecting options
You can select options by pressing [m] and using the navigation buttons ([D], [M], [F], [t]).
You can also access shooting options by pressing [f] but some options are not available.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode
2 Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or 1 Rotate the mode dial to p.
menu.
t To move left or right, press [F] or [t].
t To move up or down, press [D] or [M].
EV
2 Press [m].
EV
Functions White Balance
ISO
Sound
Back Move Face Detection
Display Photo Size
Basic functions 16
Selecting options
Daylight
Back Move
6 Press [o].
Basic functions 17
Setting the display and sound
Learn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences.
Mode Description
t Display all information about shooting
Shooting t Hide information about shooting, except the
available number of photos
t Display all information about the current photo
t Hide all information about the current file
Playback
t Display information about the current file, except the
shooting settings and captured date
Basic functions 18
Taking photos
Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.
Basic functions 19
Taking photos
Basic functions 20
Taking photos
Reducing camera shake (OIS) apbsv t OIS may not function properly when:
Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. - 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 you select Night in the s
mode)
- the battery is low
- you take a close-up shot
t If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred
Before correction After correction by the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when
you use a tripod.
t If the camera is impacted, the display will be blurry. In this case, turn
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. off the camera and turn it on again to use the OIS function correctly.
Basic functions 21
Using the Photo Help Guide mode
This mode provides various shooting tips. Learn how to get better photos and videos.
3 Select a submenu.
Basic functions 22
Tips for getting a clearer photo
Focus frame
t Press [Shutter] to take the photo
if displayed in green.
t Change the frame and half-press
[Shutter] again if displayed in red.
Basic functions 23
Preventing your subject from being out of focus
It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: t When you take photos in low light
- there is little contrast between the subject and background
(When your subject is wearing a colour of clothing that is similar to the Turn on the flash.
background) (p. 38)
- the light source behind the subject is too bright
- the subject is shiny
- the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds
- the subject is not positioned in the centre of the frame
Basic functions 24
Extended functions
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to
record a video or voice memo.
t If the camera does not recognise a proper scene mode, will not
Icon Description change and the default settings will be used.
t Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait
Appears when taking photos of landscapes. mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
Appears when taking photos of bright backgrounds. t The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting
environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the
Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. subject.
This is available only when the flash is off. t Even if you use a tripod, the mode may not be detected depending
on the subject's movement.
Extended functions 26
Shooting modes
Extended functions 27
Shooting modes
Aperture value
Shutter speed
Aperture
Back Move
Extended functions 28
Shooting modes
Using the Beauty Shot mode 4 To hide facial imperfections, press [m].
Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.
5 Select Functions Face Retouch an option.
t Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of
1 Rotate the mode dial to b.
imperfections.
2 To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face
only), press [m].
Level 2
Back Move
Extended functions 29
Shooting modes
Extended functions 30
Shooting modes
Extended functions 31
Shooting modes
To pause recording
The camera allows you to pause temporarily while recording a
video. With this function, you can record your favourite scenes as
a single video.
Press [o] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume.
Stop Pause
Extended functions 32
Recording voice memos apdbs
Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of
shooting conditions.
You will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera.
3 Press [Shutter] to record. 3 Align your subject in the frame and take a photo.
t You will begin recording a voice memo right after taking the
photo.
Stop Pause
Extended functions 33
Shooting options
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 35 Adjusting brightness and colour ………… 45
Selecting a resolution ………………………… 35 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ………… 45
Selecting image quality ………………………… 35 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ………… 45
Using the timer ……………………………… 36 Changing the metering option ………………… 46
Selecting a light source (White balance) …… 46
Shooting in the dark ………………………… 38
Preventing red-eye …………………………… 38 Using burst modes ………………………… 48
Using the flash ………………………………… 38 Improving your photos ……………………… 49
Adjusting the ISO speed ……………………… 39 Applying photo styles ………………………… 49
Changing the camera’s focus ……………… 40 Defining your own RGB tone ………………… 49
Using macro …………………………………… 40 Adjusting your photos ………………………… 50
Using auto focus ……………………………… 40
Adjusting the focus area ……………………… 41
Using face detection ………………………… 42
Detecting faces ………………………………… 42
Taking a self-portrait shot ……………………… 43
Taking a smile shot …………………………… 43
Detecting eye blinking ………………………… 44
Using smart face recognition ………………… 44
Selecting a resolution and quality
Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.
When taking a photo: 1280 X 720 HQ: Play back high-quality files on an HDTV.
1280 X 720: Play back on an HDTV.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
640 X 480: Play back on a general TV.
2 Select Functions Photo Size an option. 320 X 240: Post on a web page.
Option Description
4000 X 3000: Print on A1 paper.
3984 X 2656: Print on A2 paper in wide ratio (3:2).
3968 X 2232: Print on A2 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) Selecting image quality apdbs
or play back on an HDTV.
Photos you take are compressed and saved in JPEG format.
3264 X 2448: Print on A3 paper. Higher quality images will result in larger sizes.
2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper.
2048 X 1536: Print on A5 paper. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
1920 X 1080: Print on A5 paper or play back on an 2 Select Functions Quality an option.
HDTV.
Option Description
1024 X 768: Attach to email.
Super Fine
Fine
Normal
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
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Using the timer apdbsvS
2 Select an option.
Option Description
Off: The timer is not active.
10 Sec: Take a photo in 10 seconds.
2 Sec: Take a photo in 2 seconds.
Double: Take a photo in 10 seconds and take another
in 2 seconds.
Motion Timer: Detect your movement and then take a
photo. (p. 37)
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
Shooting options 36
Using the timer
Using the motion timer 6 Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp
is blinking.
1 In Shooting mode, press [t].
t The AF-assist light/timer lamp will stop blinking just before the
2 Select . camera automatically takes a photo.
3 Press [Shutter].
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Shooting in the dark
Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.
Auto
2 Select an option.
Option Description
Off:
t The flash will not fire.
t Camera shake warning ( ) will be displayed when
shooting in low light.
Auto: The camera will select a proper flash setting for
the detected scene in the S mode.
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Shooting in the dark
Option Description t Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select
Red-eye Fix*: Self-Portrait or Blink Detection.
t The flash fires when the subject or background is t Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance
from the flash. (p. 87)
dark.
t If there is reflected light or much dust in the air, tiny spots may appear
t The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced on your photo.
software analysis.
Slow Sync:
t The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.
t Select this when you want to capture ambient light to
reveal more details in the background.
t Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. Adjusting the ISO speed p
Fill in: The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as
t The flash always fires. defined by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO).
t Light intensity is adjusted automatically. The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your
Red-eye*: camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better
t The flash fires when the subject or background is photo without using the flash.
dark.
t The camera reduces red-eyes. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
Auto: The flash fires automatically when the subject or
background is dark.
2 Select Functions ISO an option.
t Select to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. brightness of the subject and lighting.
* There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Do not move until
the flash fires a second time. t The higher ISO speed you select, the more image noise you may get.
t When Motion Capture is set, ISO speed will be set to Auto.
t When you set the ISO speed to 3200, you can select only 3M or
lower resolution.
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Changing the camera’s focus
Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.
Normal (AF)
2 Select an option.
Option Description
t Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos. Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 80 cm.
t Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm.
Macro: Focus on a subject 5-80 cm (50-80 cm when
using zoom).
Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 5 cm
(farther than 50 cm when using zoom).
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
Shooting options 40
Changing the camera’s focus
Shooting options 41
Using face detection apdbs
If you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera
adjusts the exposure automatically. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to
capture a smiling face. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritise the focus on them.
The closer you are to the subject, the quicker your camera will detect faces.
Shooting options 42
Using face detection
To turn the beep on or off, select Self-Portrait in the sound settings. (p. 74)
Shooting options 43
Using face detection
Shooting options 44
Adjusting brightness and colour
Learn how to adjust the brightness and colour for better image quality.
Shooting options 45
Adjusting brightness and colour
Shooting options 46
Adjusting brightness and colour
Shooting options 47
Using burst modes ps
It can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In
these cases, select one of the burst modes.
Option Description
AEB:
t Take 3 photos with different exposures: normal,
underexposed, and overexposed.
t Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
t You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select
2 Select Functions Drive an option. Single.
t When you select Motion Capture, the resolution will be set to
Option Description VGA and the ISO speed will be set to Auto.
Single: Take a single photo.
Continuous:
t While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
photos continuously.
t The maximum number of photos depends on the
capacity of your memory card.
Motion Capture:
t While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
VGA photos (6 photos per second; maximum of 30
photos).
t The camera automatically shows you the photos just
taken and then saves them.
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Improving your photos
Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colours, or make some adjustments.
Shooting options 49
Improving your photos
Shooting options 50
Playback/Editing
Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and
edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera
to your computer, photo printer, TV, or HDTV.
If you want to view files stored in the internal memory, remove your memory
card. Registering faces
You can register faces in your photos to classify them by faces
in Smart Album. This feature is available only when you use a
memory card.
Display in Playback mode 1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m].
3 Select Yes.
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Playing back
Viewing files by category in Smart Album 4 Press [F] or [t] to view files.
View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or t Press and hold [F] or [t] to select a date, file type,
week. weekday, or colour.
1 In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down. 5 Press [o] to return to the normal view.
2 Press [m].
Back Set
Option Description
Type View files by the file type.
Date View files by the date they were saved.
Colour View files by the dominant colour of the image. Filter
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Playing back
4 Press [f].
4 Press [f].
5 Select Yes.
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Playing back
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Playing back
Enlarging a photo
1 In Playback mode, press [m].
The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the Option Description
screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary depending on the Set the photos you want to view as a slide show.
resolution. t All: View all photos in a slide show.
Images t Date: View photos captured on a specific date in
a slide show.
t Select: View selected photos in a slide show.
t Select a transition effect.
Effect
t Select Off for no effects.
t Set the interval between photos.
t This is available when Off is selected in the effect
Trim
Interval option.
t When used with effect options other than Off, the
interval will be set to 1 sec.
To Do this
Music Select a background audio.
Move the enlarged area Press [D], [M], [F], or [t].
Trim the enlarged photo Press [o] (it will be saved as a new file).
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Playing back
4 Set the slide show effect. 2 Use the following buttons to control playback.
Playing a video
You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a
video. Trimming a video during playback
1 In Playback mode, select a video and press [o]. 1 Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to
begin and push [Zoom] up.
3 Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to
end and push [Zoom] up.
4 Select Yes.
Pause
t The original video should be at least 10 seconds long.
t The edited video will be saved as a new file.
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Playing back
1 Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice
image. memo and press [o].
t Press [o] to pause or resume playback.
2 Press [M].
A captured image will have the same file size as the original video file and will
be saved as a new file.
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Editing a photo
Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation.
Right 90°
t Select to save the photo as a start image. (p. 74) Depending on the original photo size, the rotated photo may be resized to a
t Available options differ depending on the size of the selected photo. lower resolution.
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Editing a photo
Back Move
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Editing a photo
1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Adding noise to the photo
2 Select Edit Image Adjust Red-eye Fix.
1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m].
3 Select a level.
t As the number increases, the face becomes clearer.
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Editing a photo
3 If you select Select, scroll to a photo and press [Zoom] 2 Select File Options DPOF Index Yes.
up or down to select the number of copies. Repeat for If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF 1.1-compatible
the photos you want and press [f]. printers.
t If you select All, press [D] or [M] to select the number of
copies and press [o].
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Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable.
1 Select a video signal output according to your country or • On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not
region. (p. 76) appear.
• Images may not appear centred on the TV screen depending on your
2 Turn off your camera and TV. TV settings.
• You can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected
3 Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable. to a TV.
Video Audio
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Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
HDMI
adapter
HDMI cable
If your HDTV supports the Anynet+(CEC) profile, turn the Anynet+ on in the
settings menu (p. 76) to control all connected Samsung A/V devices with the
TV remote control.
Playback/Editing 64
Transferring files to your computer
Playback/Editing 65
Transferring files to your computer
Playback/Editing 66
Transferring files to your computer
Playback/Editing 67
Transferring files to your computer
Using Samsung Master 2 Click Next and follow the onscreen instructions.
You can download files or edit photos or videos stored on your
PC. For details, see the Help menu.
This program does not support editing of video files (H.264 (MPEG4.
AVC)) on the camera.
No. Description
Select a location for downloaded files.
Click to download the selected files.
Thumbnails of files; click an image to download.
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Transferring files to your computer
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Transferring files to your computer
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Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge)
Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer.
1 With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer Configuring print settings
with the USB cable.
Images : One Photo
Size : Auto
Layout : Auto
Type : Auto
Quality : Auto
Exit Print
2 Turn on your camera.
t The printer recognises the camera automatically.
Option Description
t If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear. Images: Select whether to print the current photo or all
Select Printer. photos.
t If your printer has the mass storage feature, you must first set the
USB mode to Printer in the settings menu. (p. 77) Size: Specify the size of the print.
Layout: Create thumbnail prints.
Type: Select the type of paper.
3 Press [F] or [t] to select a photo.
Quality: Set the printing quality.
t Press [m] to set printing options. See “Configuring print
settings.” Date: Set to print the date.
File Name: Set to print the name of the file.
4 Press [o] to print.
t Printing starts. Press [F] to cancel printing. Reset: Reset the print options.
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Appendixes
Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.
Accessing the settings menu 3 Select an option and save your settings.
Menu Description
Sound: Set various camera sounds and volume.
(p. 74)
Display: Customise the display settings, such as
language and brightness. (p. 74)
Settings: Change the settings for the camera system,
such as memory format, default file name, and USB
mode. (p. 75)
Appendixes 73
Camera settings menu
Sound Display
* Default * Default
Item Description Item Description
Adjust the volume of any sound. Language Select a language for the display text.
Volume
(Off, Low, Medium*, High) Display a brief description of an option or menu.
Function
Select a sound to be emitted when turning on your Description (Off, On*)
Start Sound
camera. (Off*, 1, 2, 3) Set a start image to display when the camera turns
Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the on.
Shutter Sound
shutter button. (Off, 1*, 2, 3) t Off*: Display no start image.
Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the t Logo: Display a default image stored in the internal
Beep Sound memory.
buttons or switching modes. (Off, 1*, 2, 3)
Set a sound to be emitted when half-pressing the Start Image t User Image: Display the image you want. (p. 59)
AF Sound
shutter button. (Off, On*) t Only one start image will be saved in the internal
memory.
Set a sound to be emitted when the camera t If you select a new photo as a start image or reset
Self-Portrait
detects your face. (Off, On*) your camera, the current image will be deleted.
t A wide image or image in 3:2 ratio cannot be set
as a start image.
Settings
* Default * Default
Item Description Item Description
Format the internal memory and the memory card Specify how to name files.
(all files-including the protected files-will be deleted). t Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when
(Yes, No) inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory
Format If you use a memory card used with cameras from card, or deleting all files.
different manufacturers or a memory card reader, or one t Series*: Set the file number to follow the previous
formatted on a computer, your camera may read the
file number when inserting a new memory card,
card incorrectly. Format the card before using it.
formatting a memory card, or deleting all files.
Reset menus and shooting options (date and time, t The default name of the first folder is 100PHOTO
Reset language, and video output settings will not be reset). and the default name of the first file is SAM_0001.
File No.
(Yes, No) t The file number increases one by one from
SAM_0001 to SAM_9999.
Set the date and time and select a date format.
Date & Time t The folder number increases one by one from
(dd/mm/yyyy, mm/dd/yyyy, yyyy/mm/dd, Off*) 100PHOTO to 999PHOTO.
Time Zone Select a region and set the daylight-saving time (DST). t The maximum number of files that can be stored in
one folder is 9999.
t The camera defines file names according to the
Digital rule for Camera File system (DCF) standard.
If you change the names of files intentionally, the
camera may not play back the files.
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Camera settings menu
* Default * Default
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Camera settings menu
* Default
Item Description
Select the resolution of photos when playing back
files on an HDTV with the HDMI adapter and cable.
(NTSC: 1080i*, 720p, 480p/
HDMI Size PAL: 1080i*, 720p, 576p)
If the HDTV does not support the selected resolution,
the HDTV automatically selects the next lower
resolution.
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Error messages
When the following error messages appear, try these remedies.
Card Locked
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Camera maintenance
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Camera maintenance
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Camera maintenance
t The figures above are measured by Samsung’s standards and may differ
depending on actual usage.
t Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording
time.
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Camera maintenance
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Common questions
You can get answers to common questions. Slove problems easily by setting shooting options.
The subject's eyes This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash.
appear red. t Set the flash option to Red–eye or Red–eye Fix. (p. 38)
t If the photo has already been taken, select Red–eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 61)
Photos have dust Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.
spots. t Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.
t Set ISO speed options. (p. 39)
Photos are blurred. This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly.
t Use the d mode. (p. 30)
t Press [Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (p. 23)
Photos are blurred As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows.
when shooting at This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake.
night. t Turn on the flash. (p. 38)
t Select Night in the s mode. (p. 28)
t Set ISO speed options. (p. 39)
t Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.
Subjects come out When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between
too dark because of the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded.
backlighting. t Avoid shooting in front of the sun.
t Select Backlight in the s mode. (p. 27)
t Set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 38)
t Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 45)
t Adjust the exposure. (p. 45)
t Set the metering option to Spot if a bright subject is in the centre of the frame. (p. 46)
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Before contacting a service centre
If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service centre. If you have attempted
the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service centre.
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Before contacting a service centre
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Before contacting a service centre
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Camera specifications
Type TFT LCD Mode Off, Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Red-eye Fix
Feature 3.0" (7.62 cm) 230K t Wide: 0.3 m - 4.0 m (ISO Auto)
Range
t Tele: 0.5 m - 2.4 m (ISO Auto)
Focusing
Recharging time Approx. 5 sec. (depending on battery condition)
Type TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF)
Shake reduction
Wide (W) Tele (T)
DUAL IS [Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) +
Normal 80 cm - infinity Digital Image Stabilisation (DIS)]
Range
Macro 5 cm - 80 cm 50 cm - 80 cm
Auto Macro 5 cm - infinity 50 cm - infinity
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Camera specifications
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Camera specifications
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Camera specifications
Power source
Rechargeable
Lithium-ion battery (SLB-10A, 1,050 mAh)
battery
Dimensions (W x H x D)
95.8 x 59.5 x 23.9 mm
Weight
149 g (without battery and memory card)
Operating temperature
0 - 40˚ C
Operating humidity
5 - 85 %
Software
Samsung Master, QuickTime® Player 7.6, Adobe Reader
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Correct Disposal of This Product Correct disposal of batteries in this product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European
countries with separate battery return systems)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European
countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that
the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the
the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains
cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive
end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of, these substances
or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate can cause harm to human health or the environment.
these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to
promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please
should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through
or their local government office, for details of where and how they can your local, free battery return system.
take these items for environmentally safe recycling. Business users
should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the
purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should The rechargeable battery incorporated in this product is not user
not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. replaceable. For information on its replacement, please contact your
service provider.
Samsung Eco-mark
It is Samsung’s own symbol mark is used to
effectively communicate Samsung’s environmental
friendly product activities to the consumers. The This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian
mark represents Samsung’s continuous effort on ICES-003.
development of environmental conscious products.
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Index
A B D F
ACB 45, 61 Battery Date and time 75 Face detection
Charging 82 Blink Detection 44
Adjusting Deleting files 54
Life 81 Normal 42
Brightness 61
Specifications 81 Digital Image Stabilisation 30 Self-portrait 43
Contrast
in Playback mode 61 Digital zoom 20 Smart Face Recognition 44
Beauty Shot mode 29
in Shooting mode 50 Smile Shot 43
Blink detection 44 Disconnecting the device 67
Saturation
Facial brightness 29
In Playback mode 61 Display brightness 74
Burst
in Shooting mode 50 Facial imperfections 29
Auto Exposure Bracket Display type 18
Sharpness 50
(AEB) 48 Flash
Adobe Reader 65 Continous 48 DPOF 62
Auto 39
Motion capture 48 Dual IS mode 30 Fill in 39
AF Lamp 76
Off 38
AF Sound 74
Red-eye 39
C E
Anynet+ 76 Red-eye Fix 39
Camera shake 23 Editing 59 Slow Sync 39
Aperture 28
Capturing an image 58 Enlarging 56 Focus area
Auto Contrast Balance
(ACB) 45, 61 Cleaning Error messages 78 Center AF 41
Body 79 Multi AF 41
Auto mode 19 Exposure 45
Display 79 Focus distance
Lens 79 Auto Macro 40
Macro 40
Normal (AF) 40
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Index
Frame guide 27 M N Q
Frame rate 31 Macro 40 Navigation button 13 QuickTime Player 65
Function button 13 Maintenance 79 Quick View 74
Function description 74 Memory card O
Capacity 80 Optical Image Stabilisation R
MMC 80 (OIS) 21, 30
H Recording
SD 80
Half-pressing 6 Video 31
SDHC 80
P Voice memo 33
HDTV 63 MENU button 13
Photo Help Guide mode 22 Recycle bin 55
Metering
Photo quality 35 Red-eye 38
I Centre-weighted 46
Multi 46 Photo styles 49 Reset 75
Icons 14
Spot 46 Playback button 13, 15 Resizing 59
Imprint 76
Mode dial 13 Playback mode 52 Resolution
ISO speed 39
Motion timer 37 Printing photos 71 Photo 35
Video 35
Movie mode 31 Print order 62
L RGB tone
Muting Program mode 30
Light source in Playback mode 60
(White balance) 46 Camera 15
Protecting files 54 in Shooting mode 49
Video 31
Long time shutter 28 Rotating 59
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Index
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Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or
visit our website http://www.samsungcamera.com/ for after-
sales service or inquiries.