Samsung Electronics Co ST200F Digital camera User Manual 1 of 2

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Digital camera 1 of 2

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User manual 1 of 2

This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Basic troubleshootingQuick referenceContents Basic functionsExtended functionsShooting optionsPlayback/EditingWireless networkSettingsAppendixesIndexUser ManualST200F Click a topic
   1Keep your camera away from small children and pets.Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well.Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures for an extended period of time.Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause permanent damage to your camera’s internal components.Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes.The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a fire.If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center.Health and safety informationAlways comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersDo not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera.This may result in electric shock or damage to the camera.Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive gases and liquids.This may cause a fire or explosion. Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store these materials near the camera.This may cause a fire or electric shock.Do not handle your camera with wet hands.This may result in electric shock.Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight.Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. If you use the flash too close to your subject’s eyes, this can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage.
   2Health and safety informationComply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera in a certain area.• Avoid interference with other electronic devices.• Turn off the camera when in an aircraft. Your camera can cause interference with aircraft equipment. Follow all airline regulations and turn off your camera when directed by airline personnel.• Turn off the camera near medical equipment. Your camera can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel.Avoid interference with pacemakers.Maintain a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) between this camera and all pacemakers to avoid potential interference, as recommended by the manufacturer and the independent research group, Wireless Technology Research. If you have any reason to suspect that your camera is interfering with a pacemaker or other medical device, turn off the camera immediately and contact the manufacturer of the pacemaker or medical device for guidance.Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipmentRemove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time.Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera.Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Do not damage or heat the battery.Inauthentic, damaged, or heated batteries may cause a fire or personal injury.Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables and accessories.• Using unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury.• Samsung is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables or accessories.
   3Health and safety informationUse the battery only for its intended purpose.Misusing the battery may cause a fire or electric shock.Do not touch the flash while it fires.The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin.When you use AC charger, turn off the camera before you disconnect the power to the AC charger.Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock.Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use.Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock.Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when you charge batteries.These may cause a fire or electric shock.Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/- terminals on the battery.This may cause a fire or electric shock.Do not force the camera’s parts or apply pressure to the camera.This may cause your camera to malfunction.Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards.If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories.Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case.Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased.Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a fire.
   4Health and safety information  Data transference and your responsibilities • Data transferred via WLAN could be leaked, so avoid transferring sensitive data in public areas or on open networks.• The camera manufacturer is not liable for any data transfers that infringe on copyrights, trademarks, intellectual property laws, or public decency ordnances.Check that the camera is operating properly before use.The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.When connecting the USB cable to the camera, be sure to insert the correct USB cable connector into the camera.If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.Avoid interference with other electronic devices.Your camera emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience. To prevent unwanted interference, use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories.Use your camera in the normal position.Avoid contact with your camera’s internal antenna.
   5Copyright information• Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.• Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation.• microSD™, microSDHC™ are registered trademarks of the SD Association.• Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.• Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners.• Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions.• We recommend using your camera within the country where you purchase it.• You are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual without prior permission.• For Open Source License information, refer to the ‘OpenSourceInfo.pdf’ in the provided CD-ROM.Outline of the User ManualBasic functions  14Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.Extended functions  35Learn how to capture a photo, record a video, and voice memo by selecting a mode.Shooting options  52Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode.Playback/Editing  80Learn 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, or TV.Wireless network  107Learn to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs) and use functions.Settings  127Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.Appendixes  133Get information about error messages, specifications, and maintenance.
   6Icons used in this manualIcon FunctionAdditional informationSafety 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: Touch   → Photo Size (represents Touch  , and then touch Photo Size).*Annotation
   7Pressing the shutter• Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down• Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way downHalf-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]Subject, background, and composition• Subject: the main object in a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life• Background: the objects around the subject• Composition: the combination of a subject and backgroundCompositionBackgroundSubjectExposure (Brightness)The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO sensitivity. By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker or lighter.Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)Expressions used in this manual
   8Basic troubleshootingLearn to solve common problems by setting shooting options.The subject’s eyes appear red.Red eye is caused by the eyes reflecting light from the camera flash.•Set the flash option to   Red-eye or   Red-eye Fix. (p. 57)•If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 97)Photos have dust spots.If dust particles are present in the air, you may capture them in photos when you use the flash.•Turn off the flash or avoid capturing photos in a dusty place.•Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 59)Photos are blurred. Blurring can occur if you capturing photos in low light conditions or hold the camera incorrectly.  Use the DIS function or half-press [Shutter] to ensure the subject is focused. (p. 33)Photos are blurred when shooting at night.As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difficult to hold the camera steady long enough to take a clear picture and may result in camera shake.•Select Night Shot mode. (p. 39)•Turn on the flash. (p. 57)•Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 59)•Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting.When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between the light and dark areas, the subject may appear too dark.•Avoid shooting toward the sun.•Select Backlight in Scene mode. (p. 38)•Set the flash option to   Fill in. (p. 57)•Adjust the exposure. (p. 68)•Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 69)•Set the metering option to   Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 69)
   9Quick referenceCapturing photos of people•Beauty Shot mode  39•Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)  57•Face Detection  63Capturing photos at night or in the dark•Scene mode > Sunset, Dawn  38•Night Shot mode  39•Flash options  57•ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light)  59Capturing action photos•Continuous, Motion Capture  72Adjusting the exposure (brightness)•ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light)  59•EV (to adjust exposure)  68•ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright backgrounds)  69•Metering  69•AEB (to take 3 photos of the same scene with different exposures)  72Capturing  photos of text, insects, or flowers•Scene mode > Text  38•Close Up mode  38•Macro  60Applying effects to photos•Object Highlight mode  44•Magic Frame shot mode  45•Photo Filter mode  45•Vignetting mode  48•Smart Filter effects  73•Image Adjust (to adjust Saturation, Sharpness, or Contrast)  76Applying effects to videos•Movie Filter mode  47•Vignetting mode  48•Palette Effect Shot mode  49Reducing camera shake•Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)  32 •Viewing files by category in Smart album  84•Viewing files in 3D view  85•Viewing files as thumbnails  86•Deleting files on the memory card  87•Viewing files as a slide show  89•Viewing files on a TV  98•Connecting your camera to a computer  99•Sending photos via email  111•Using photo or video sharing websites  115•Adjusting sound and volume  129•Adjusting the brightness of the display  130•Changing the display language  131•Setting the date and time  131•Before contacting a service center  143
   10Contents Extended functions ..........................................................35Using shooting modes  ................................................  36Using the Smart Auto mode  ........................................ 36Using the Simple Shot mode  .......................................  37Using the Scene mode  ...............................................  38Using the Close Up mode  ...........................................  38Using the Night Shot mode  .........................................  39Using the Beauty Shot mode .......................................  39Using the Program mode  ............................................  40Using the Movie mode  ................................................  41Using the Smart movie mode  ......................................  42Using effect modes  .....................................................  44Using the Object Highlight mode  ................................. 44Using the Magic Frame Shot mode  .............................. 45Using the Photo Filter mode  ........................................  45Using the Movie Filter mode  ........................................  47Using the Vignetting mode  ..........................................  48Using the Palette Effect mode  .....................................  49Recording voice memos  .............................................  50Recording a voice memo  ............................................  50Adding a voice memo to a photo  .................................  51Basic functions ................................................................. 14Unpacking  ...................................................................  15Camera layout  .............................................................  16Inserting the battery and memory card  .......................  18Charging the battery and turning on your camera ......  19Charging the battery  ................................................... 19Turning on your camera  ..............................................  19Performing the initial setup  .........................................  20Learning icons  .............................................................  22Using the touch screen  ...............................................  23Setting the touch screen and sound  ...........................  25Setting the display type for the touch screen  .................  25Setting the sound  ....................................................... 25Using the Home screen  ............................................... 26Accessing the Home screen  .......................................  26Icons on the Home screen  .......................................... 26Rearranging icons  ...................................................... 28Capturing photos .........................................................  29Zooming  ....................................................................  30Reducing camera shake (DIS)  ..................................... 32Tips for getting a clearer photo  ...................................  33
   11 Contents Shooting options .............................................................. 52Selecting a resolution and quality  ...............................  53Selecting a resolution  .................................................. 53Selecting image quality  ............................................... 54Using the timer  ............................................................  56Shooting in the dark  ....................................................  57Preventing red-eye  .....................................................  57Using the flash  ...........................................................  57Adjusting the ISO sensitivity  .........................................  59Changing the camera’s focus  .....................................  60Using macro  ..............................................................  60Using Smart Touch focus  ............................................  61Using one touch shooting  ........................................... 62Adjusting the focus area ..............................................  62Using face detection  ...................................................  63Detecting faces  ..........................................................  63Capturing a self portrait shot  ........................................  64Capturing a smile shot  ................................................  64Detecting eye blinking  .................................................  65Using Smart Face Recognition  ....................................  65Registering faces as your favorites (My Star)  .................  66Adjusting brightness and color  ................................... 68Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)  ...........................  68Compensating for backlighting (ACB)  ...........................  69Changing the metering option ......................................  69Selecting a light source (White balance) ........................ 70Using burst modes  ...................................................... 72Applying effects/Adjusting images ..............................  73Applying Smart Filter effects  ........................................  73Adjusting your photos  .................................................  76Reducing the zoom sound  ..........................................  77Available shooting options by shooting mode  ............  78
   12  Contents Playback/Editing ...............................................................80Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode  ..............  81Starting Playback mode  ..............................................  81Viewing photos  ..........................................................  88Playing a video  ...........................................................  90Playing a voice memo  ................................................. 92Editing a photo  ............................................................  93Resizing photos  ......................................................... 93Rotating a photo .........................................................  94Using Smart Crop  ......................................................  94Applying Smart Filter effects  ........................................  95Adjusting your photos  .................................................  95Creating a print order (DPOF) ....................................... 97Viewing files on a TV  ...................................................  98Transferring files to your Windows computer  .............  99Transferring files with Intelli-studio  ...............................  100Transferring files by connecting the camera as a  removable disk  .........................................................  102Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)  ............... 103Transferring files to your Mac computer  ...................  104Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer  .......  105Wireless network ............................................................107Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network  settings  ...................................................................... 108Connecting to a WLAN  .............................................  108Setting network options  ............................................ 109Manually setting the IP address  .................................  109Network connection tips  ........................................... 110Sending photos via email  ..........................................  111Changing email settings  ............................................ 111Sending photos via email  ..........................................  113Entering text  ............................................................. 114Using photo or video sharing websites  ....................  115Accessing a website  ................................................  115Uploading photos or videos .......................................  115Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release  .... 116
   13 Contents Settings ........................................................................... 127Settings menu  ...........................................................  128Accessing the settings menu  ....................................  128Sound  ..................................................................... 129Display  .................................................................... 129Connectivity  .............................................................  130General  ................................................................... 131Appendixes ..................................................................... 133Error messages  ......................................................... 134Camera maintenance  ................................................  135Cleaning your camera  ...............................................  135Using or storing the camera  ...................................... 136About memory cards  ................................................  137About the battery  ......................................................  139Before contacting a service center  ...........................  143Camera specifications  ...............................................  146Glossary  ..................................................................... 150FCC notice  ................................................................. 155Declaration sentence in official languages  ............... 158Index  .......................................................................... 160Viewing photos or videos on a AllShare- enabled TV  ................................................................. 118Viewing photos or videos on a TV I ............................. 118Viewing photos or videos on a TV II  ............................ 120Sending or receiving photos or videos with  another camera  .........................................................  121Sending photos or videos to another camera  .............. 121Receiving photos or videos from another camera  ........  121Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos  ..........  123Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC  ......  123Sending photos or videos to a PC  .............................  123Sending photos or videos to a Blu-ray disc Player  ....... 124About the Wakeup on LAN (WOL) feature  ................ 125
Unpacking   …………………………………  15Camera layout  ………………………………  16Inserting the battery and memory card   …  18Charging the battery and turning on your camera  ………………………………………  19Charging the battery  ……………………… 19Turning on your camera   ………………… 19Performing the initial setup   ………………  20Learning icons  ………………………………  22Using the touch screen   ……………………  23Setting the touch screen and sound   ……  25Setting the display type for the touch  screen   …………………………………… 25Setting the sound  ………………………… 25Using the Home screen  ……………………  26Accessing the Home screen  ……………… 26Icons on the Home screen   ……………… 26Rearranging icons  ………………………… 28Capturing photos   …………………………  29Zooming   ………………………………… 30Reducing camera shake (DIS)   …………… 32Tips for getting a clearer photo  ……………  33Basic functionsLearn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
Basic functions  15UnpackingThe following items are included in your product box.Camera AC adapter/USB cableRechargeable battery StrapUser Manual CD-ROM Quick Start GuideOptional accessoriesCamera case A/V cableBattery charger Memory card/ Memory card adapter•The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product.•The items included in the box may differ depending on the model.•Purchase Samsung-approved optional items that are compatible with your camera at the service center or the store where you purchased your camera. We are not responsible for any damages caused by using items from other manufacturers.
Basic functions  16Camera layoutBefore you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions.AF-assist light/Timer lamp  FlashLensShutter buttonSpeakerPOWER buttonMicrophoneBattery chamber coverInsert a memory card and batteryTripod mountUSB and A/V portAccepts USB cable and A/V cable
Basic functions  17Camera layoutDisplayStatus lamp•Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus, connecting to a WLAN, or sending a photo•Steady: When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focusAttaching the strapZoom button•In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out•In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails(Refer to the table at the bottom)Icon DescriptionAccess the Home screenAccess options or menusIn Shooting mode While settingChange the display option Move upChange the macro option Move downChange the flash option Move leftChange the timer option Move rightIcon DescriptionConfirm the highlighted option or menuEnter Playback mode ●Access options in Shooting mode ●Delete files in Playback mode
Basic functions  18Inserting the battery and memory cardLearn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera.  Removing the battery and memory card Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot.Push the lock up to release the battery. ●You can use the internal memory as a temporary storage device when the memory card is not inserted. ●Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card.Memory cardRechargeable batteryBattery lockInsert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up.Memory cardRechargeable battery
Basic functions  19Charging the battery and turning on your cameraTurning on your cameraPress [POWER] to turn your camera on or off.• The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 20)  Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [Playback]. The camera turns on and immediately accesses Playback mode.If you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [Playback] for about 5 seconds, the camera does not emit any sounds.Charging the batteryBefore you use the camera for the first time, you must charge the battery. When connecting the USB cable to the camera, insert the smaller connector into the camera and the other connector into the power adapter.Indicator light• Red LED is on: Charging• Red LED is off: Fully chargedUse only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera. If you use another AC adapter (such as SAC-48), the camera battery may not charge or work properly.
Basic functions  20Performing the initial setupWhen the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera’s basic settings.4 Touch Home, and then touch   or   to select a time zone.•When you travel to another country, touch Visit, and then select a new time zone.LondonTime Zone5 Touch   to save.6 Touch Date/Time Set.1 Touch Language.2 Select a language, and then touch  .3 Touch Time Zone.
Basic functions  21Performing the initial setup7 Touch the up or down arrows to set the date.Date/Time SetDayYear Month8 Touch  , and then set the time.Date/Time SetHr Min•To set daylight-saving time, touch  .9 Touch   to save.10 Touch Touch Calibration.11 Touch the target on the screen with your touch pen.Touch CalibrationTouch directly in the center of the target for optimal performance. 12 Touch   to save settings.
Basic functions  22Icon Description•: Fully charged•: Partially charged•: Empty (Recharge)Photo resolutionVideo resolutionFrame rateAudio recordingMeteringDigital Image Stabilization (DIS)Exposure value adjustedISO sensitivityWhite balanceBurst typeFlashIntelli zoom is onSmart filterImage adjustFace detectionAuto focusLearning iconsThe icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set.Icon DescriptionCurrent timeAperture valueShutter speedVoice memoTimerAuto focus frameCamera shakeZoom indicatorZoom ratioPhoto resolution when Intelli zoom is onGrid lines 3   Status iconsIcon DescriptionAvailable number of photosAvailable recording timeMemory card not inserted  (Internal memory)Memory card inserted 1   Option icons (touch)Icon DescriptionFlash optionAuto focus optionTimer optionShooting optionsDisplay type 2   Status iconsIcon DescriptionShooting modeCurrent date 2   3  1
Basic functions  23Using the touch screenLearn 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. You can damage the screen.  Flicking Gently flick the touch pen across the screen.  Touching Touch an icon to select a menu or option.Smart Auto WebProgramSettingsAlbumAuto BackupEmailSmart movie  Dragging Touch and hold a part of the screen, and then drag the touch pen.Auto WBDaylightCloudyWhite Balance
Basic functions  24Using 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 the touch screen. Touch or drag lightly to minimize the effect.•The touch screen may not work properly if you use the camera  in extremely humid environments.•The touch screen may not work properly if you apply screen protection film or other accessories to the screen.•Depending on the viewing angle, the screen may appear dim.  Adjust the brightness or viewing angle to improve the resolution.  Selecting an option • Drag the option list up or down until you find the desired option. Touch the option, and then touch  .Auto WBDaylightCloudyWhite Balance• If an option has a setting button, touch the button to turn it on or off.DriveSmart FilterImage AdjustDIS
Basic functions  25Setting the touch screen and soundLearn how to change the screen display type and the sound settings.Setting the soundSet your camera to emit or not to emit a sound when you perform functions.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Touch Sound.3 Touch the setting button next to Beep Sound to turn the beep on or off.Setting the display type for the touch screenYou can select from three screen display types. Each displays differently.1 In Shooting mode, touch  .2 Select an option, and then touch  .FullHideGuide LineDisplay SetIcon DescriptionFull: Icons are always displayed.Hide: Icons are hidden if you perform no operation for 5 seconds (touch the screen to display the icons again).Guide Line: Grid lines are displayed. The grid lines are helpful for getting the photo aligned with a surface, such as the horizon or the edges of buildings.
Basic functions  26Using the Home screenYou can select a shooting mode or access the settings menu by touching the icons on the Home screen.Accessing the Home screenIn Shooting or Playback mode, press [HOME]. Press [HOME] again to return to the previous mode.Smart Auto Smart movie WebProgramSettingsAlbumAuto BackupEmail 1  2 No. Description 1 Touch an icon to access a mode or function.•Scroll to another page by dragging or flicking the touch pen on the screen. 2  The number of the current page. ( )Icons on the Home screenIcon DescriptionSmart Auto: Capture a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode automatically. (p. 36)Program: Capture a photo by manually setting options. (p. 40)Smart movie: Record a video by letting the camera select a scene mode automatically. (p. 42)Web: Access a web site to upload photos and videos stored on the camera. (p. 115)Email: Send photos stored on the camera as email attachments. (p. 111)Auto Backup: Send new photos and videos to a PC or Blu-ray disc player wirelessly. (p. 123)Album: View files by category in Smart album. (p. 84)Settings: Adjust settings to match your preferences. (p. 128)Remote Viewfinder: Use a mobile phone as a remote shutter release via an ad-hoc wireless network. (p. 116)Camera to Camera : Connect your camera to another camera via a wireless network to share photos and videos. (p. 121)
Basic functions  27Using the Home screenIcon DescriptionSimple Shot: Capture a photo with simple adjustments to brightness and color. (p. 37)Object Highlight: Capture a photo with the subject's background blurred. (p. 44)3D Album: View files with 3D effects. (p. 85)Slide Show: View photos as a slide show with effects and music. (p. 89)Voice Recorder: Record and save a voice memo. (p. 50)Magazine View: View files with page flip effect. (p.85)Icon DescriptionAllShare: Connect your camera to an AllShare-enabled device via a wireless network and view your files on the connected device. (p. 118)Movie: Record a video. (p. 41)Scene: Capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific scene. (p. 38)Vignetting: Capture a photo or record a video with a vignetting effect. (p. 48)Beauty Shot: Capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. (p. 39)Photo Editor: Edit photos with various effects. (p. 95)Magic Frame shot: Capture a photo with various frame effects. (p. 45)Photo Filter: Capture a photo with various filter effects. (p. 45)Movie Filter: Record a video with various filter effects. (p. 47)Night Shot: Capture a night scene by adjusting shutter speed and aperture value. (p. 39)Palette Effect Shot: Record a video with palette effects. (p. 49)Close Up: Capture close-up photos of subjects. (p. 38)
Basic functions  28Using the Home screen2 Drag it to a new location.•To move an icon to another page, drag it to the left or right edge of the screen. When you drop the icon to a new location, the other icons will neatly slide out of the way.AlbumSmart Auto Smart movieEmailWebProgramSettingsRearranging iconsYou can rearrange the icons on the Home screen in any order.1 Touch and hold an icon.Smart Auto Smart movie WebProgramSettingsAlbumAuto BackupEmail
Basic functions  29Capturing photosLearn 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 capture a photo.See page 33 for tips to get clearer photos.1 On the Home screen, touch  .Smart Auto Smart movie WebProgramSettingsAlbumAuto BackupEmail2 Align your subject in the frame.
Basic functions  30Capturing 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 rangeZoom indicator•The Digital zoom is available only in Program and Scene (except Text) modes.•The Digital zoom is not available with a Smart Filter effect or Smart Touch AF option.•If you capture a photo with the Digital zoom, the photo quality may deteriorate.ZoomingYou can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 5X Optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 5X Digital zoom. The Intelli zoom and Digital zoom cannot be used at the same time.Zoom inZoom out Zoom ratioThe available zoom ratio for videos differs from photo zoom ratio.
Basic functions  31Capturing photos  Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 10 times.Photo resolution when the Intelli zoom is onOptical rangeIntelli rangeZoom indicator•The Intelli zoom is available only in Smart Auto, Program, and Scene (except Text) modes.•The Intelli zoom is available only when you set a 4:3 resolution ratio. If you set another resolution ratio with Intelli zoom on, the Intelli zoom will be turned off automatically.•The Intelli zoom is not available with the Smart Filter effect, or Smart Touch AF option.•The Intelli zoom helps you capture a photo with less quality deterioration than the Digital zoom. However, the photo quality may be lower than  when you use the Optical zoom.  Setting Intelli zoom 1 In Shooting mode, touch  .2 Touch the setting button next to Intelli Zoom.
Basic functions  32Capturing photosReducing camera shake (DIS)Reduce camera shake digitally in Shooting mode.Before correction After correction1 In Shooting mode, touch  .2 Touch the setting button next to DIS.DriveSmart FilterImage AdjustDIS•DIS may not function properly when: - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use the Digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you capture night scenes) - the battery is low - you capture a close-up shot•If the camera is hit or dropped, the display will be blurry. If this occurs, turn off the camera, and then turn it on again.
Basic functions  33         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 the focus frame appears in green.•Change the composition and half-press [Shutter] again if the focus frame appears in red.         Reducing camera shake Set the Digital Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake. (p. 32)         When       is displayed Camera shakeWhen you shoot in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to  Slow Sync or Off. The aperture remains open longer and it may be harder to hold the camera steady long enough to take a clear picture.•Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 57)•Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 59)Tips for getting a clearer photo
Basic functions  34         Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: -there is little contrast between the subject and background  (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) -the light source behind the subject is too bright -the subject is shiny or reflective -the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds -the subject is not positioned in the center of the frameUse the focus lockHalf-press [Shutter] to focus. When the subject is in focus, you can reposition the frame to change the composition. When you are ready, press [Shutter] to capture your photo.•When you capture photos in low lightTurn on the flash. (p. 57)•When subjects are moving rapidlyUse the Continuous or Motion Capture function. (p. 72)
Extended functionsLearn how to capture a photo, record a video, and record a voice memo by selecting a mode.Using shooting modes   ……………………  36Using the Smart Auto mode  ……………… 36Using the Simple Shot mode   …………… 37Using the Scene mode  …………………… 38Using the Close Up mode  ………………… 38Using the Night Shot mode   ……………… 39Using the Beauty Shot mode   …………… 39Using the Program mode  ………………… 40Using the Movie mode   …………………… 41Using the Smart movie mode   …………… 42Using effect modes  …………………………  44Using the Object Highlight mode  ………… 44Using the Magic Frame Shot mode  ……… 45Using the Photo Filter mode  ……………… 45Using the Movie Filter mode  ……………… 47Using the Vignetting mode   ……………… 48Using the Palette Effect mode   …………… 49Recording voice memos   …………………  50Recording a voice memo  ………………… 50Adding a voice memo to a photo  ………… 51
Extended functions  36Using shooting modesCapture photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.Icon DescriptionPortraits at nightLandscapes with backlightingPortraits with backlightingPortraitsClose-up photos of objectsClose-up photos of textSunsetsClear skiesForested areasClose-up photos of colorful subjectsCamera is stabilized or on a tripod (when shooting in the dark)Fireworks (when using a tripod)Actively moving subjectsUsing the Smart Auto modeIn Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it detects. The Smart Auto mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Align your subject in the frame.•The camera automatically selects a scene and adjusts its settings. An appropriate scene icon appears at the top left of the screen. The icons are listed below.Icon DescriptionLandscapesScenes with bright white backgroundsLandscapes at night (when the flash is off)
Extended functions  37Using shooting modes3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.•In several scenes, the camera automatically captures a photo when you half-press [Shutter].4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.•If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the Smart Auto mode.•Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.•The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the shooting conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, or distance to the subject.•Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the   mode if the subject is moving.•In Smart Auto mode, the camera consumes more battery power, because it changes settings often to select appropriate scenes.Using the Simple Shot modeIn Simple Shot mode, you can capture photos with simple adjustments to brightness and color.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Drag the sliders or touch the sample photos to adjust Brightness and Color.BrightnessColor3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.
Extended functions  38Using shooting modesUsing the Scene modeIn Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific scene.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Touch a scene.Option DescriptionLandscape: Capture still-life scenes and landscapes.Sunset: Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking reds and yellows.Dawn: Capture scenes at sunrise.Backlight: Capture backlit subjects.Beach & Snow: Reduce underexposure of subjects caused by sunlight reflected from sand or snow.Text: Clearly capture text from printed or electronic documents.3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.Using the Close Up modeIn Close Up mode, you can capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.3 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.
Extended functions  39Using shooting modesUsing the Beauty Shot modeIn Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Drag the sliders or touch the sample photos to adjust Face Tone and Face Retouch.•For example, increase the Face Tone setting to make skin appear lighter.Face ToneFace Retouch 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.When using the Beauty Shot mode, the focus distance will be set to Auto Macro.Using the Night Shot modeIn Night Shot 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 to the arrow directions below to adjust shutter speed and aperture value.Shutter speedAperture value3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.
Extended functions  40Using shooting modesUsing the Program modeIn 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 Touch  , and then set desired options. (For a list of options, refer to page 52.)3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.  Setting the user buttons In Program mode, you can add shortcuts for your favorite options to the left side of the screen.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → My screen → .2 Touch and hold any icon, except one of the icons in the column on the far left.OK Cancel Reset My screenEV
Extended functions  41Using shooting modes3 Drag the icon into a desired box on the left.•To remove shortcuts, drag an icon to the right.OK Reset CancelEV My screen4 Touch   to save.You can create up to 3 shortcuts.Using the Movie modeIn Movie mode, you can record high-definition videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as MP4 (H.264) files.•H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by the international standard organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T.•Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In this case, set a lower resolution.•Memory cards with slow writing speeds will not support high-resolution videos and high-speed videos. To record high-resolution or high-speed videos, use memory cards with faster writing speeds.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Touch  , and then set desired options. (For a list of options, refer to page 52.)3 Press [Shutter] or touch   to start recording.4 Press [Shutter] again or touch   to stop recording.
Extended functions  42Using 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.• Touch   to pause while recording.• Touch   to resume.Using the Smart movie modeIn Smart movie mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Align your subject in the frame.•The camera automatically selects a scene and adjusts its settings. An appropriate scene icon will appear at the top left of the screen. The icons are listed below.Icon DescriptionLandscapesSunsetsClear skiesForested areas
Extended functions  43Using shooting modes3 Press [Shutter] or touch   to start recording.4 Press [Shutter] again or touch   to stop recording.•If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the Smart movie mode.•The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the shooting conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the subject.•Smart filter effects are not available in Smart Movie mode.
Extended functions  44Using the Object Highlight modeThe 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 or touch the sample photos to adjust Blur and Tone.BlurTone4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.•When the camera can apply the Object Highlight effect,   will appear.•When the camera cannot apply the Object Highlight effect,  will appear. If this occurs, adjust the distance from the camera to the subject.5 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.•Available resolutions in Object Highlight mode are   and  .•If the shooting distance is not within the optimum range, you can capture a photo but the Object Highlight effect will not be applied.•The Object Highlight effect cannot be used in dark places.•The Object Highlight effect cannot be used with the Optical zoom at 3X or higher.•Digital zoom is not available in Object Highlight mode.•Use a tripod to prevent camera shake as the camera captures 2 consecutive photos to apply the effect.•The subject and the background should have a significant contrast in color.•Subjects should be positioned far away from the background for the greatest effect.Using effect modesCapture photos or record videos with various effects.
Extended functions  45Using effect modesUsing the Photo Filter modeIn Photo Filter mode, you can apply various filter effects to your photos.Miniature VignettingFish-eye Sketch1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Touch a desired filter.•To view the original photo, touch Before.•To view the photo with the filter effect, touch After.Using the Magic Frame Shot modeIn Magic Frame Shot mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change according to the frame you select.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Select a desired frame.3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.In Magic Frame shot mode, the resolution is automatically set to  .
Extended functions  46Using effect modesBefore AfterOption DescriptionMiniature 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 effect 1.Old Film 2 Apply vintage film effect 2.Half Tone Dot Apply a halftone effect.Sketch Apply a pen sketch effect.Fish-eye Blacken the edges of the frame and distort objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens.Option DescriptionDefog Make image clearer.Classic Apply a black and white effect.Retro Apply a sepia tone effect.Negative Apply a negative film effect.3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.•To apply filter effects to saved photos, touch  .•When you select Sketch, the resolution will change to   and below.•When you select Fish-eye, the resolution will change to   and below.
Extended functions  47Using effect modesUsing the Movie Filter modeIn Movie Filter mode, you can record videos with various filter effects.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Touch a desired filter.Option DescriptionMiniature 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.Half Tone Dot Apply a halftone effect.Sketch Apply a pen sketch effect.Fish-eye Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens.Defog Make the image clearer.Option DescriptionClassic Apply a black and white effect.Retro Apply a sepia tone effect.Negative Apply a negative film effect.3 Press [Shutter] or touch   to start recording.4 Press [Shutter] again or touch   to stop recording.•If you select Miniature, the speed of the video will increase.•If you select Miniature, the camera will not record sound.•If you select Miniature, Vignetting, Half Tone Dot, Sketch, Fish-eye, or Defog, the recording speed will be set to   and the recording resolution will be set to less than  .
Extended functions  48Using effect modesUsing the Vignetting modeIn 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 or touch the sample photos to adjust Level, Brightness, and Contrast.•To view the original photo, touch Before.•To view the photo with the Vignetting effect, touch After.LevelBefore AfterBrightnessContrast4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.5 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.To apply the Vignetting effect to saved photos in Shooting mode, touch  .
Extended functions  49Using effect modesOption DescriptionPalette Effect 1 Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and a red color.Palette Effect 2 Make scenes clean and clear by applying a soft blue tone.Palette Effect 3 Apply a soft brown tone.Palette Effect 4 Create a cold and monotone effect.3 Press [Shutter] or touch   to start recording.4 Press [Shutter] again or touch   to stop recording.Using the Palette Effect modeIn Palette Effect mode, you can record a video with effects to make specific colors stand out.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Touch a desired palette.
Extended functions  50Recording a voice memo1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Press [Shutter] or touch   to start recording.•Touch   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 recording.To view the list of saved voice memos, touch  .Recording voice memosLearn how to record a voice memo that you can play back later. You can also add a voice memo to a photo to remind you of shooting conditions.You will get the best sound quality when you speak 16 in (40 cm) away from the camera.
Extended functions  51Recording voice memosAdding a voice memo to a photoIn Program mode, you can add a voice memo to a captured photo.1 On the Home screen, touch  .2 Touch  , 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 you capture the photo.4 Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).•Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo before the 10 seconds are up.You cannot add voice memos to photos in the burst mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality  …………  53Selecting a resolution   …………………… 53Selecting image quality  …………………… 54Using the timer ………………………………  56Shooting in the dark   ………………………  57Preventing red-eye   ……………………… 57Using the flash   …………………………… 57Adjusting the ISO sensitivity  ……………… 59Changing the camera’s focus   ……………  60Using macro  ……………………………… 60Using Smart Touch focus  ………………… 61Using one touch shooting  ………………… 62Adjusting the focus area   ………………… 62Using face detection   ………………………  63Detecting faces  …………………………… 63Capturing a self portrait shot  ……………… 64Capturing a smile shot   …………………… 64Detecting eye blinking   …………………… 65Using Smart Face Recognition  …………… 65Registering faces as your favorites  (My Star)   ………………………………… 66Adjusting brightness and color  ……………  68Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)   …… 68Compensating for backlighting (ACB)   …… 69Changing the metering option   …………… 69Selecting a light source (White balance)   … 70Using burst modes  …………………………  72Applying effects/Adjusting images   ………  73Applying Smart Filter effects  ……………… 73Adjusting your photos   …………………… 76Reducing the zoom sound …………………  77Available shooting options by shooting  mode  …………………………………………  78Shooting optionsLearn how to set the options in Shooting mode.
Shooting options  53Selecting a resolution and qualityLearn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.Icon Description4320 X 3240: Print on A1 paper.4320 X 2880: Print on A1 paper in wide ratio (3:2).4320 X 2432: Print on A2 paper in panorama ratio(16:9) or play back on an HDTV.3648 X 2736: Print on A2 paper.2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper.1984 X 1488: Print on A5 paper.1920 X 1080: Print on A5 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV.1024 X 768: Attach to an email.Selecting a resolutionAs you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase.  Setting a photo resolution 1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Photo Size.2 Select an option, and then touch  .4320 X 28804320 X 24323648 X 2736Photo Size
Shooting options  54Selecting a resolution and quality  Setting a video resolution 1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Movie Size.2 Select an option, and then touch  .1280 X 720 HQ1280 X 720640 X 480Movie SizeIcon Description1280 X 720 HQ: Play back high-quality files on an HDTV.1280 X 720: Play back on an HDTV.640 X 480: Play back on an analog TV.320 X 240: Post on a web page.For Sharing: Post on a website using the wireless network (30 seconds maximum).Selecting image qualitySet the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes.  Setting the photo quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Quality.2 Select an option, and then touch  .Super FineFineNormalQualityIcon DescriptionSuper Fine: Capture photos in super high quality.Fine: Capture photos in high quality.Normal: Capture photos in normal quality.
Shooting options  55Selecting 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   → Frame Rate.2 Select an option, and then touch  .•As the frame rate increases, action appears more natural, but the file size also increases.30 FPS15 FPSFrame RateIcon Description30 FPS: Record 30 frames per second.15 FPS: Record 15 frames per second.
Shooting options  56Using the timerLearn 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 timer function or some of its options may not be available.•Timer options are not available if you set Burst options.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Timer.2 Select an option, and then touch  .10 Sec2 SecDoubleTimerIcon  DescriptionOff: The timer is not active.10 Sec: Capture a photo after a 10-second delay.2 Sec: Capture a photo after a 2-second delay.Double: Capture one photo after a 10-second delay and another photo after a 2-second delay.Available options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
Shooting options  57Shooting in the darkLearn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions.Using the flashUse the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light on your photos.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Flash.2 Select an option, and then touch  .AutoRed-eyeFill inFlashIcon Description Off:•The flash will not fire.•The camera will display the shake warning   when you are shooting in low light.Auto: The flash will fire automatically when the subject or background is dark.Preventing red-eyeIf the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person’s eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. Refer to flash options in “Using the flash.”This option is available in Program, Beauty Shot and Night Shot modes.
Shooting options  58Shooting 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. 146)•If light from the flash is reflected or there is a substantial amount of dust in the air, tiny spots may appear in your photo.Icon Description Red-eye:•The flash will fire twice when the subject or background is dark to reduce the red-eye effect.•There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time.Fill in:•The flash always fires.•The camera automatically adjusts the flash's intensity.Slow Sync:•The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.•This option is recommended when you want to capture ambient light to reveal more details in the background.•Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.•The camera will display the shake warning   when you are shooting in low light.Red-eye Fix:•The flash fires twice when the subject or background is dark, and the camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software analysis.•There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time.Available options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
Shooting options  59Shooting in the darkAdjusting the ISO sensitivityThe ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).The higher the ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. With a higher ISO sensitivity, you can get a better photo without using the flash.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → ISO.2 Select an option, and then touch  .•Select Auto to have the camera select an appropriate ISO sensitivity based on the brightness of the subject and lighting.ISO 80ISO 100ISO 200ISOHigher ISO sensitivities may result in more image noise.
Shooting options  60Changing the camera’s focusLearn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Focus.2 Select Macro, and then touch  .Normal (AF)MacroFocusIcon Description Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 32 in (80 cm).Macro: Manually focus on a subject that is 2-32 in (5-80 cm) from the camera. 39-59 in (100-150 cm) when you use the zoom.Using macroUse macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects.•Try to hold the camera firmly to prevent blurry photos.•Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 16 in  (40 cm).
Shooting options  61Changing 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.•Tracking 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 and the background are the same - the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds - the camera shakes excessively•When tracking a subject fails, the focus frame will appear as a white single-line frame ( ).•If the camera fails to track the subject, you must reselect the subject to track.•If the camera fails to focus, the focus frame will change to a red single-line frame ( ).•If you use this function, you cannot set self timer options,  Face Detection options, Smart Filter options, and burst options.Using Smart Touch focusSmart Touch AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Focus Area.2 Select Smart Touch AF, and then touch  .3 Touch the subject you want to track in the touch area.•The white frame means that your camera is tracking the subject.•The green frame means that your subject is in focus when you half-press [Shutter].
Shooting options  62Changing the camera’s focusAdjusting the focus areaYou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’s location in the scene.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Focus Area.2 Select an option, and then touch  .Multi AFOne Touch ShootingSmart Touch AFFocus AreaIcon DescriptionCenter 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 Touch Shooting: Focus on the subject by touching the image on the screen. Touch and hold the subject to capture the photo. (p. 62)Smart Touch AF: Focus on and track the subject that you touch on the screen. (p. 61)Using one touch shootingYou can focus on a subject and capture a photo with the touch of your finger.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Focus Area.2 Select One Touch Shooting, and then touch  .3 Touch a subject to capture the photo.If you use this function, you cannot set Self Timer options, burst options, and Smart Filter effects.
Shooting options  63Using face detectionIf 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. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them.Detecting facesYour camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in one scene.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Face Detection.2 Select Normal, and then touch  .The nearest face appears in a white focus frame and the rest of the faces appear in gray focus frames.•The closer you are to the subjects, the quicker your camera will detect faces.•To focus on a subject in a gray focus frame, touch the face in the frame.•The camera may not register detected faces if you set burst options such as Continuous, Motion Capture, and AEB.•The camera automatically tracks the registered face.•Face detection may not be effective when: - the subject is far from the camera (The focus frame will appear orange for Smile Shot and Blink Detection.) - it is too bright or too dark - the subject is not facing the camera - the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask - the subject’s facial expression changes drastically - the subject is backlit or the lighting conditions are unstable•Face Detection is not available when you set Smart Filter effects or Smart Touch AF.•Depending on the shooting options, available Face Detection options may differ.•Depending on the Face Detection options you selected, the timer function may not be available or available timer options may differ.•When you set the Face Detection options, some burst options are not available.•When you capture photos of detected faces, they will be registered in the face list.•You can view registered faces in order of priority in Playback mode.  (p. 84) Even though faces are registered successfully, they may not be classified in Playback mode.•A face detected in Shooting mode may not appear in the face list or Smart Album.
Shooting options  64Using face detectionCapturing a smile shotThe camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Face Detection.2 Select Smile Shot, and then touch  .3 Compose your shot.•The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily.Capturing a self portrait shotTake photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to close-up and your camera will emit a beep.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Face Detection.2 Select Self-Portrait, and then touch  .3 When you hear a quick beep, press [Shutter].When faces are located in the center, the camera beeps rapidly.If you turn Volume off in the sound settings, the camera will not emit a beep. (p. 129)
Shooting options  65Using face detectionUsing Smart Face RecognitionThe 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 mode, touch   → Face Detection.2 Select Smart Face Recognition, and then touch  .The nearest face appears in a white focus frame and the rest of the faces appear in gray focus frames.• : Faces that you have registered as favorites. (To register faces as favorites, refer to page 66.)• : Faces that the camera automatically registers.Detecting eye blinkingIf your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture  2 photos in succession.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Face Detection.2 Select Blink Detection, and then touch  .•Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen.•If blink detection fails, the “Picture taken with eyes closed.” message appears. Capture another photo.
Shooting options  66Using face detectionRegistering faces as your favorites (My Star)You 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   → Smart FR Edit.2 Select My Star, and then touch  .3 Align your subject’s face with the oval guideline, and then press [Shutter] to register the face.•If the subject’s face is not aligned with the oval guideline, the white frame will not appear.•Capture photos of one person at a time when registering faces.•Capture 5 photos the subject’s face for best results: one each from the front, left, right, above, and below.•When capturing photos from the left, right, above, and below, instruct the subject not to turn his or her face more than 30 degrees.•You can register a face even if you capture one photo of the subject's face.•The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, drastic changes in the subject's pose or face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses.•The camera can automatically register up to 14 faces. If the camera recognizes a new face when 14 faces have already been registered,  it will replace the lowest priority face with the new one.•The camera can detect up to 5 favorite faces in one scene.
Shooting options  67Using face detection4 Touch   when the face list appears.•Your favorite faces are indicated with a   on the face list.•You 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.  Viewing your favorite faces 1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Smart FR Edit.2 Select Face List, and then touch  .•To change the ranking of your favorite faces, touch  . (p. 83)•To delete a favorite face, touch  .
Shooting options  68Adjusting brightness and colorLearn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality.•Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will be stored automatically. You may need to change the exposure value later to avoid overexposure or underexposure.•If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket). The camera will capture 3 consecutive photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 72)Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo. Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+)1 In Shooting mode, touch   → EV.2 Select a desired value, and then touch  .•The photo will be brighter as exposure increases.•When you adjust the exposure value, the icon will appear as shown below.
Shooting options  69Adjusting 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 optionThe metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Metering.2 Select an option, and then touch  .MultiSpotCenter-weightedMeteringCompensating for backlighting (ACB)When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option.Without ACB With ACB1 In Shooting mode, touch  .2 Touch the setting button next to ACB.Smart FR EditPhoto SizeQualityACB
Shooting options  70Adjusting brightness and colorIcon Description Multi:•Your camera divides the frame into several areas, and then measures the light intensity of each area.•Suitable for general photos.Spot:•Your camera measures only the light intensity of the very center of the frame.•If a subject is not in the center of the frame, your photo may be improperly exposed.•Suitable for a subject with backlighting.Center-weighted:•Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire frame with emphasis placed on the center.•Suitable for photos with subjects in the center of the frame.Selecting a light source (White balance)The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a white balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting conditions, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten. Auto WB  Daylight Cloudy  Tungsten
Shooting options  71Adjusting brightness and color1 In Shooting mode, touch   → White Balance.2 Select an option, and then touch  .DaylightCloudyFluorescent_HWhite BalanceIcon Description Auto WB: Automatically set the White Balance based on the lighting conditions.Daylight: For outdoor photos on a sunny day.Cloudy: For outdoor photos on a cloudy day or in shadows.Fluorescent_H: For shooting under a daylight fluorescent or 3-way fluorescent light.Fluorescent_L: For shooting under white fluorescent light.Tungsten: For shooting indoor photos under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps.Custom Set: Use White Balance settings that you defined.  Defining your own white balance You can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper, under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help your camera reproduce the colors that are in the scene accurately in your photo.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → White Balance.2 Select Custom Set, and then touch  .3 Aim the lens at a piece of white paper, and then press [Shutter].
Shooting options  72Using burst modesIt 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 rapidly capture multiple photos.Icon Description Single: Capture a single photo.Continuous:•While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera continuously captures photos.•The maximum number of photos depends on the capacity of your memory card.Motion Capture: While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera captures VGA photos (6 photos per second; maximum of 30 photos).AEB:•Capture 3 consecutive photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed.•Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos. •You can use the flash, timer, ACB, and Smart Filter only when you select Single.•When you select Motion Capture, your camera will set the resolution to VGA and set the ISO sensitivity to Auto. •Depending on the Face Detection option you selected, some burst options may not be available.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Drive.2 Select an option, and then touch  .ContinuousMotion CaptureAEBDrive
Shooting options  73Applying effects/Adjusting imagesAvailable filters in Program modeIcon DescriptionNormal: No effectMiniature: 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 effect 1.Old Film 2: Apply vintage film effect 2.Half Tone Dot: Apply a halftone effect.Sketch: Apply a pen sketch effect.Fish-eye: Blacken the edges of the frame and distort objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens.Defog: Make a photo clearer.Classic: Apply a black and white effect.Applying Smart Filter effectsApply various filter effects to your photos and videos to create unique images.Miniature VignettingFish-eye Sketch1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Smart Filter.2 Select a filter, and then touch  .
Shooting options  74Applying effects/Adjusting imagesIcon DescriptionRetro: Apply a sepia tone effect.Negative: Apply a negative film effect.Custom RGB: Customize a color value.•When you select Sketch, the resolution will change to   and below.•When you select Fish-eye, the resolution will change to   and below.Available filters in Movie modeIcon DescriptionNormal: No effectPalette Effect 1: Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and red color.Palette Effect 2: Make scenes clean and clear by applying a soft blue tone.Palette Effect 3: Apply a soft brown tone.Palette Effect 4: Create a cold and monotone effect.Icon DescriptionMiniature: 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.Half Tone Dot: Apply a halftone effect.Sketch: Apply a pen sketch effect.Fish-eye: Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens.Defog: Make image clearer.Classic: Apply a black and white effect.Retro: Apply a sepia tone effect.Negative: Apply a negative film effect.Custom RGB: Customize a color value.
Shooting options  75Applying effects/Adjusting images  Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Smart Filter.2 Select Custom RGB, and then touch  .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 RGB4 Touch   to save your changes.•If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the speed of the video will increase.•If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the camera will not record sound.•If you select Miniature, Vignetting, Half Tone Dot, Sketch, Fish-eye, or Defog while recording a video, the recording speed will be set to   and the recording resolution will be set to less than  .•If you set Smart Filter effects, you cannot use the Face Recognition options, ACB, burst options, Image Adjustment options, Intelli zoom, or Smart Touch AF.
Shooting options  76Applying effects/Adjusting imagesAdjusting your photosAdjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos.1 In Shooting mode, touch   → Image Adjust.2 Drag up or down to adjust each value.•: Sharpness•: Contrast •: SaturationImage Adjust3 Touch   to save your changes.Sharpness Description-Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for editing the photos on your computer).+Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity of your photos. This may also increase the noise on your photos.Contrast Description-Decrease the color and brightness.+Increase the color and brightness.Saturation Description-Decrease the saturation.+Increase the saturation.•Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing).•If you set adjustment functions, you cannot use Smart Filter options.
Shooting options  77Reducing the zoom soundWhen 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   → Voice.2 Select an option, and then touch  .Sound Alive OnSound Alive OffMuteVoiceIcon DescriptionSound Alive On: Turn on the Sound Alive function.Sound Alive Off: Turn off the Sound Alive function.Mute: Do not record sounds.•Do not block the microphone when you use the Sound Alive function.•Recordings made with Sound Alive may differ from actual sounds.
Shooting options  78Available shooting options by shooting modeFor details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options".Smart Auto Simple Shot Scene Close Up Night Shot Beauty Shot Program MovieResolution OOOOOOOOQuality - OOOOOOOTimerOOOOOOFlash- O -ISO sensitivity ------O-Macro-O OFocus area ------O-Face detection-- -O -EV ------OOACB-- - - O -Metering ------OOWhite balance ------OODrive ------O-Smart filter ------ Image adjust ------O-Sound Alive -------ODigital zoom - -- - - O -Intelli zoom-----DIS OOOOOOO -Voice memo ------O- O All options are available.  In these modes, some options are limited or a certain option is set by default.
Shooting options  79Available shooting options by shooting modeSmart movie Object HighlightMagic Frame shot Photo Filter Movie Filter Vignetting (photo)Vignetting (movie)Palette Effect ShotResolution O- OOOOOQuality OOOO - OOOTimerOOOO Flash -O-- -ISO sensitivity --------Macro---- Focus Area --------Face detection --------EV --------ACB --------Metering --------White balance --------Drive --------Smart filter --- - -Image adjust --------Sound Alive O - - - O - O ODigital zoom --------Intelli zoom --------DIS --------Voice memo --------O All options are available.  In these modes, some options are limited or a certain option is set by default.
Viewing photos or videos in  Playback mode   ……………………………  81Starting Playback mode   ………………… 81Viewing photos  …………………………… 88Playing a video   …………………………… 90Playing a voice memo   …………………… 92Editing a photo ………………………………  93Resizing photos  …………………………… 93Rotating a photo   ………………………… 94Using Smart Crop  ………………………… 94Applying Smart Filter effects  ……………… 95Adjusting your photos   …………………… 95Creating a print order (DPOF)   …………… 97Viewing files on a TV   ………………………  98Transferring files to your Windows  computer   ……………………………………  99Transferring files with Intelli-studio  ………  100Transferring files by connecting the  camera as a removable disk  ……………  102Disconnecting the camera  (for Windows XP)   ………………………  103Transferring files to your Mac  computer   …………………………………  104Printing photos with a PictBridge photo  printer   ……………………………………  105Playback/EditingLearn 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, or TV.
Playback/Editing  81Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeLearn 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.•To skip files quickly, tilt the camera to the direction you want to flip files. (p. 82)•You can also touch and hold the left end or right end of the screen to skip files quickly.•You can also drag the slider left or right to move to the previous or next file.Starting Playback modeView photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera.1 Press [Playback].•The most recent file will be displayed.•If the camera is off, it will turn on and display the most recent file.•To view files by category, touch   on the Home screen. (p. 84)•To send an email, touch   → Share → Email. To upload the file to the web sites, touch   → Share → an web site.
Playback/Editing  82Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode•If you want to view files stored in the internal memory, remove your memory card.•The camera will not properly play back files of unsupported sizes or files that were captured with other cameras.

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