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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.
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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
Smart Auto S Additional information
Auto a
Safety warnings and precautions
Program p
Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] (represents the
Aperture Priority A [ ]
shutter button)
Shutter Priority h
( ) Page number of related information
Manual n
User u The order of options or menus you must select to
perform a step; for example: Select Functions White
DUAL IS d
Balance (represents select Functions, and then White
Scene s Balance)
Movie v * Annotation
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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 60
t s mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children 28 t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 43 t Deleting all files on the
t Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) t EV (to adjust exposure) 50 memory card 61
41 t ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright t Viewing files as a slide show
t Face Detection 47 backgrounds) 50 63
t Metering 51 t Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
t AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with 70
Taking photos at night or in the dark different exposures) 55 t Connecting your camera to a
computer 73
t s mode > Night, Dawn, Firework 28 t Adjusting sound and volume
t Flash options 41 Applying a different effect 81
t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 43 t Adjusting the brightness of
t Photo styles (to apply tones) 56 the display 81
t Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or t Changing the display
Taking action photos contrast) 57 language 81
t Setting the date and time
t h mode 32 82
t Continuous, Motion Capture 55 Reducing camera shake t Formatting the memory card
82
t Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) 22 t Troubleshooting 90
Taking photos of text, insects, or
t d mode 27
flowers
t s mode > Close Up, Text 28
t Macro, Auto Macro, Manual Focus (to take close-up
photos) 44
t White balance (to change the colour tone) 51
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Contents
Basic functions ...................................................................... 10 Using the User mode ........................................................ 34
Unpacking ......................................................................... 11 Configuring your settings ...................................................... 34
Camera layout ................................................................... 12 Using your custom settings .................................................. 34
Icons ................................................................................. 14 Recording a video ............................................................. 35
Turning your camera on or off ........................................... 15 Recording voice memos ................................................... 36
Mini dashboard ................................................................... 15 Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 36
Selecting options ............................................................... 16 Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 36
Setting the display and sound ........................................... 18
Changing the display type .................................................... 18 Shooting options ................................................................... 37
Setting the sound ................................................................ 19 Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 38
Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 38
Taking photos .................................................................... 20
Selecting image quality ........................................................ 38
Zooming ............................................................................. 21
Reducing camera shake (OIS) .............................................. 22 Using the timer .................................................................. 39
Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 23 Shooting in the dark .......................................................... 41
Preventing red-eye .............................................................. 41
Extended functions .............................................................. 25 Using the flash .................................................................... 41
Using the Smart Auto mode .............................................. 26 Adjusting the amount of flash ................................................ 42
Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... 43
Using the DUAL IS mode .................................................. 27
Using the Scene mode ...................................................... 28 Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ 44
Using macro ....................................................................... 44
Adjusting face tone and hiding imperfections ......................... 28
Setting the focus distance .................................................... 44
Using the frame guide .......................................................... 29
Using selection focus .......................................................... 45
Using the Program mode .................................................. 30
Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... 46
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority,
or Manual mode ................................................................ 31 Using face detection ......................................................... 47
Using the Aperture Priority mode ........................................... 32 Detecting faces ................................................................... 47
Using the Shutter Priority mode ............................................. 32 Taking a self-portrait shot ...................................................... 48
Using the Manual mode ....................................................... 33 Taking a smile shot .............................................................. 48
Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 49
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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
Mini dashboard ……………………………………………… 15
Selecting options ………………………………………… 16
Setting the display and sound ………………………… 18
Changing the display type ………………………………… 18
Setting the sound …………………………………………… 19
Taking photos ……………………………………………… 20
Zooming …………………………………………………… 21
Reducing camera shake (OIS) ……………………………… 22
Tips for getting a clearer photo ………………………… 23
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Optional accessories
Sold as a set
Basic functions 11
Camera layout
Before you start, familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.
Shutter button
POWER button
Mode dial Mini dashboard (p. 15)
(See below)
Remote
control Flash
sensor USB and A/V port
AF-assist light/
timer lamp
Lens
Tripod mount
a Auto
Take a photo quickly and easily with minimal u User Take a photo with options that you have pre-set
settings
Take a photo with options suitable for reducing
p Program Take a photo by setting options d DUAL IS
camera shake
A Aperture Priority
Take a photo by adjusting the aperture value s Scene Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene
(The shutter speed is set automatically.)
v Movie Record a video
Take a photo by adjusting the shutter speed
h Shutter Priority
(The aperture value is set automatically.)
Basic functions 12
Camera layout
Microphone
Speaker Zoom button
t Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.
Microphone t Zoom in on part of a photo, view files as thumbnails,
or adjust volume in Playback mode.
(See below)
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.
Basic functions 15
Selecting options
You can select options by pressing [m] and rotating or pressing the navigation button.
You can also access shooting options by pressing [f] but some options are not available.
Basic functions 16
Selecting options
E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode 4 Rotate the navigation button or press [D] or [M] to
scroll to White Balance and then press [t] or [o].
1 Rotate the mode dial to p.
EV
White Balance
WB Fine-tuning
ISO
Face Detection
Photo Size
2 Press [m].
Exit
Quality
Back
EV
Functions White Balance
WB Fine-tuning
5 Rotate the navigation button or press [F] or [t] to
Sound scroll to a white balance option.
ISO
Display Face Detection
Settings Photo Size
Quality Daylight
Exit Change
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
t Hide information about shooting, except the
Shooting
available number of photos
t Display grid lines and histogram
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 histogram
Basic functions 18
Setting the display and sound
Basic functions 19
Taking photos
Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.
Basic functions 20
Taking photos
Zoom ratio
Zoom in Digital range
Basic functions 21
Taking photos
Reducing camera shake (OIS) 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 22
Tips for getting a clearer photo
Holding your camera correctly Reducing camera shake
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. 41)
- 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.
Icon Description t If the camera does not recognise a proper scene mode, will not
change and the default settings will be used.
Appears when taking photos of landscapes.
t Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait
Appears when taking photos of bright backgrounds. mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
t The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting
Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the
This is available only when the flash is off. subject.
Appears when taking portraits at night. t Even if you use a tripod, the mode may not be detected depending
on the subject's movement.
Appears when taking photos of landscapes with
backlighting.
Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.
Extended functions 26
Using the DUAL IS mode
Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilisation functions.
Extended functions 27
Using the Scene mode
Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene.
1 Rotate the mode dial to s. Adjusting face tone and hiding imperfections
2 Select a scene. Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.
3 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] Back Move
to focus.
4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. 5 To hide facial imperfections, press [m].
Extended functions 28
Using the Scene mode
6 Select Functions Face Retouch an option. Using the frame guide
t Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can
imperfections. compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame
guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing
the part of the pre-composed scene.
Level 1
1 Rotate the mode dial to s.
Cancel Frame: OK
Extended functions 29
Using the Program mode
Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) in the Program mode.
EV
Back Move
Extended functions 30
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode
Adjust aperture value or shutter speed to control the exposure of your photos. You can use these options in the Aperture Priority, Shutter
Priority, and Manual modes.
Extended functions 31
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode
Using the Aperture Priority mode Using the Shutter Priority mode
The Aperture Priority mode allows you to manually set the The Shutter Priority mode allows you to manually set the shutter
aperture value while the camera automatically selects an speed while the camera automatically selects an appropriate
appropriate shutter speed. aperture value.
2 Rotate the navigation button to adjust the aperture value. 2 Press [o] and rotate the navigation button to adjust the
t See page 31 for more information about the aperture value. shutter speed.
t See page 31 for more information about the shutter speed.
Extended functions 32
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode
Using the Manual mode 5 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting
The Manual mode allows you to manually adjust both the aperture options.”)
value and the shutter speed.
6 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
1 Rotate the mode dial to n. to focus.
2 Rotate the navigation button to adjust the aperture value. 7 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
Extended functions 33
Using the User mode
You can manually set shooting options and save them as your own shooting mode.
2 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting 2 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
options.”) to focus.
User Registration
Back Move
5 Select Yes.
t The options you set are saved to the user mode.
Extended functions 34
Recording a video
Record videos of up to 20 minutes in length in high definition. The recorded video is saved as an H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) file.
Extended functions 35
Recording voice memos apAhnds
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 36
Shooting options
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 38 Adjusting brightness and colour ………… 50
Selecting a resolution ………………………… 38 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ………… 50
Selecting image quality ………………………… 38 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ………… 50
Using the timer ……………………………… 39 Changing the metering option ………………… 51
Selecting a light source (White balance) ……… 51
Shooting in the dark ………………………… 41
Preventing red-eye …………………………… 41 Using burst modes ………………………… 55
Using the flash ………………………………… 41 Improving your photos ……………………… 56
Adjusting the amount of flash ………………… 42 Applying photo styles ………………………… 56
Adjusting the ISO speed ……………………… 43 Defining your own RGB tone ………………… 56
Changing the camera’s focus ……………… 44 Adjusting your photos ………………………… 57
Using macro …………………………………… 44
Setting the focus distance …………………… 44
Using selection focus ………………………… 45
Adjusting the focus area ……………………… 46
Using face detection ………………………… 47
Detecting faces ………………………………… 47
Taking a self-portrait shot ……………………… 48
Taking a smile shot …………………………… 48
Detecting eye blinking ………………………… 49
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.
2 Select Functions Photo Size an option. 640 X 480: Play back on a general TV.
Shooting options 38
Using the timer SapAhndsv
Off
Shooting options 39
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].
Shooting options 40
Shooting in the dark
Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.
If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need
red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye more light on your photos.
or Red-eye Fix.
1 In Shooting mode, press [F].
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.
Shooting options 41
Shooting in the dark
t Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select
Self-Portrait or Blink Detection.
t Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance
from the flash. (p. 93)
t If there is reflected light or much dust in the air, tiny spots may appear
on your photo.
Shooting options 42
Shooting in the dark
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.
Shooting options 43
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 40 cm
t Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm.
(farther than 80 cm when using zoom).
Macro: Focus on a subject 5-40 cm (50-80 cm when
using zoom).
Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 5 cm
(farther than 50 cm when using zoom).
Manual Focus: Focus on a subject by manually
adjusting the focus distance. (p. 45)
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
Shooting options 44
Changing the camera’s focus
1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. You can focus on a particular part of your scene. Select where
you want to focus.
2 Select Manual Focus.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
3 Rotate the navigation button to adjust the focus
distance. 2 Select Functions Focus Area Selection AF.
Move Set
t When you adjust the focus distance manually and the subject is out of 3 Rotate or press the navigation button to move the frame
focus, the photo may become blurry. to the area you want to focus and press [o].
t If you use this function, you cannot set the face detection and focus
area options. 4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
t Press [o] to change the focus area.
If you use this function, the face detection options are not available.
Shooting options 45
Changing the camera’s focus
Shooting options 46
Using face detection apAhnds
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.
The closer you are to the subject, the quicker your camera will detect faces.
Shooting options 47
Using face detection
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Functions Face Detection Smile Shot.
t When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect
2 Select Functions Face Detection Self-Portrait. the smile more easily.
3 When your hear a quick beep, press [Shutter].
To turn the beep on or off, select Self-Portrait in the sound settings. (p. 81)
Shooting options 48
Using face detection
Shooting options 49
Adjusting brightness and colour
Learn how to adjust the brightness and colour for better image quality.
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Compensating for backlighting (ACB) pAh
pAhdv When the light source is behind your subject or there is high
Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos contrast between your subject and the background, your subject
may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto
exposure to get a better photo. Contrast Balance (ACB) option.
Shooting options 50
Adjusting brightness and colour
Changing the metering option pAhndv Selecting a light source (White balance)
The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera pAhndv
measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your The colour of your photo depends on the type and quality of the
photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select. light source. If you want the colour of your photo to be realistic,
select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten, or
2 Select Functions Metering. adjust colour temperature manually. You can also adjust colour for
the preset light sources so that the colours of the photo match
Option Description the actual scene under mixed lighting conditions.
Multi:
t Your camera divides the scene into several areas, and
then measures the light intensity of each area.
t Suitable for general photos.
Spot:
t Your camera measures only the light intensity of the
very centre of the frame. (Auto WB) (Daylight)
t If a subject is not in the centre of the scene, your
photo may be improperly exposed.
t Suitable for a subject with backlighting.
Center–weighted:
t Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire
frame with emphasis placed on the centre.
t Suitable for photos with subjects in the centre of the
(Cloudy) (Tungsten)
frame.
Shooting options 51
Adjusting brightness and colour
Shooting options 52
Adjusting brightness and colour
Fluorescent_H
Cloudy
Daylight
Halogen lamp
4 Press [o] to save your settings.
Tungsten
Candle light
Shooting options 53
Adjusting brightness and colour
3 Press [m].
4 Select Functions → WB Fine-tuning → On.
5 Adjust the value on the coordinates.
Back Move
• G: Green
• A: Amber
• M: Magenta
• B: Blue
Shooting options 54
Using burst modes pAhns
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.
t You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select
Single.
t When you select Motion Capture, the ISO speed will be set
to Auto.
Shooting options 56
Improving your photos
Shooting options 57
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.
1 Press [P].
t The most recent file you have taken or recorded will be
displayed.
t If the camera is off, it will turn on.
Playback/Editing 59
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
Week View files by the weekday they were saved.
To Do this
It may take some time for the camera to change the category and Rotate the navigation button or press
Scroll through files
recognise files. [D], [M], [F], or [t].
Delete files Press [f] and select Yes.
Playback/Editing 60
Playing back
4 Press [f].
4 Press [f].
5 Select Yes.
Playback/Editing 61
Playing back
Playback/Editing 62
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).
Playback/Editing 63
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.
Playback/Editing 64
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.
Playback/Editing 65
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. 81) 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.
Playback/Editing 66
Editing a photo
Soft
Back Move
Playback/Editing 67
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.
Playback/Editing 68
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].
Playback/Editing 69
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the provided A/V cable.
1 Select a video signal output according to your country or t On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not
region. (p. 83) appear.
t Images may not appear centred on the TV screen depending on your
2 Turn off your camera and TV. TV settings.
t 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
4 Turn on your TV and select the video output mode using 2 Select Settings HDMI Size.
the TV remote control.
3 Select an HDMI resolution.
5 Turn on your camera and press [P].
4 Turn off your camera and HDTV.
6 View photos or play videos using the buttons on your
camera.
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Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
5 Insert your camera into the cradle and plug the HDMI
cable into the HDTV and the cradle.
HDMI cable
If your HDTV supports the Anynet+(CEC) profile, turn the Anynet+ on in the
settings menu (p. 83) to control all connected Samsung A/V devices with the
TV remote control. For details, see the “HDMI cradle manual.”
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Transferring files to your computer
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Transferring files to your computer
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Transferring files to your computer
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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 (MPEG-4.
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. 84)
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.
Reset: Reset the print options.
t Printing starts. Press [F] to cancel printing.
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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. 81)
Display: Customise the display settings, such as
language and brightness. (p. 81)
Settings: Change the settings for the camera system,
such as memory format, default file name, and USB
mode. (p. 82)
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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) Function Display a brief description of an option or menu.
Select a sound to be emitted when turning on your Description (Off, On*)
Start Sound Set a start image to display when the camera turns on.
camera. (Off*, 1, 2, 3)
t Off*: Display no start image.
Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the
Shutter Sound t Logo: Display a default image stored in the internal
shutter button. (Off, 1*, 2, 3)
memory.
Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the
Beep Sound t User Image: Display the image you want. (p. 66)
buttons or switching modes. (Off, 1*, 2, 3) Start Image
t Only one start image will be saved in the internal
Set a sound to be emitted when half-pressing the memory.
AF Sound
shutter button. (Off, On*) t If you select a new photo as a start image or reset
your camera, the current image will be deleted.
Set a sound to be emitted when the camera
Self-Portrait t A wide image or image in 3:2 ratio cannot be set
detects your face. (Off, On*) as a start image.
Select a type of the grid lines that helps you to
Grid line
compose a scene. (2 X 2*, 3 X 3, X, +)
Adjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto*, Dark,
Display Normal, Bright)
Brightness
Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if Auto is selected.
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Camera settings menu
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 100SSCAM
Reset language, and video output settings will not be reset). and the default name of the first file is SDC10001.
File No.
(Yes, No) t The file number increases one by one from
SDC10001 to SDC19999.
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*) 100SSCAM to 999SSCAM.
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 a resolution when playing back files on an
HDTV with the HDMI cradle.
(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.
Appendixes 84
Error messages
When the following error messages appear, try these remedies.
Card Locked
Appendixes 85
Camera maintenance
Appendixes 86
Camera maintenance
Appendixes 87
Camera maintenance
• The figures above are measured by Samsung’s standards and may differ
depending on actual usage.
• Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording
time.
Appendixes 88
Camera maintenance
Appendixes 89
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.
Appendixes 90
Before contacting a service centre
Appendixes 91
Before contacting a service centre
Appendixes 92
Camera specifications
Appendixes 93
Camera specifications
Appendixes 94
Camera specifications
Storage Interface
t Internal memory: Approx. 76 MB Digital output
USB 2.0 (34 pin)
t External memory (Optional) connector
- SD card (up to 4 GB guaranteed) Audio output Mono (Internal speaker), Stereo (Microphone)
Media - SDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed)
- MMC Plus (up to 2 GB guaranteed, t AV: NTSC, PAL (selectable)
4 bit 20 MHz) t HDMI 1.2: NTSC, PAL (selectable)
Internal memory capacity may not match these Video output
HDMI is available when it is connected to the optional
specifications.
cradle.
t Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1,
DC power input
PictBridge 1.0 34 pin, 4.4 V
File format connector
t Video: MP4 (H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC))
t Audio: WAV Power source
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Camera specifications
Operating temperature
0 - 40˚ C
Operating humidity
5 - 85 %
Software
Samsung Master, QuickTime® Player 7.5, Adobe Reader
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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
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems)
countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other
it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the
of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains
human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive
from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of, these substances
sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should can cause harm to human health or the environment.
contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their
local government office, for details of where and how they can take this To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please
item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through
their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase your local, free battery return system.
contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial
wastes for disposal.
The rechargeable battery incorporated in this product is not user
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
mark represents Samsung’s continuous effort on
development of environmental conscious products.
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Index
A B D F
ACB 50, 68 Battery Date and time 82 Face detection
Charging 89 Blink Detection 49
Adjusting Deleting files 61
Life 88 Normal 47
Brightness 68
Specifications 88 Digital Image Stabilisation 27 Self-portrait 48
Contrast
in Playback mode 68 Digital zoom 21 Smile Shot 48
Battery gauge 15
in Shooting mode 57
Disconnecting the device 74 Facial brightness 28
Saturation Beauty Shot mode 28
In Playback mode 68 Display brightness 81 Facial imperfections 28
Blink detection 49
in Shooting mode 57
Display type 18 Flash
Sharpness 57 Burst
Auto 42
Auto Exposure Bracket DPOF 69
Adobe Reader 72 Fill in 42
(AEB) 55
AF Lamp 83 Continous 55 Dual IS mode 27 Off 41
Motion capture 55 Red-eye 42
AF Sound 81
Red-eye Fix 42
E
Anynet+ 83 Slow Sync 42
C Editing 66
Aperture Priority mode 32 Focus area
Camera shake 23 Enlarging 63 Center AF 46
Aperture value 31
Capturing an image 65 Error messages 85 Multi AF 46
Auto Contrast Balance Selection AF 46
(ACB) 50, 68 Cleaning Exposure 50
Body 86
Auto mode 20
Display 86
Lens 86
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Index
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Index
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visit our website http://www.samsungcamera.com/ for after- mark of the European Community (EC)
sales service or inquiries.