Samsung Electronics Co WB850F Digital Camera User Manual
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This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick reference User Manual WB850/WB850F Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Wireless network (WB850F only) Settings Appendixes Index Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Keep your camera away from small children and pets. Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well. Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera. This may result in electric shock or damage to the camera. Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive gases and liquids. This may cause a fire or explosion. Do not 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. Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store these materials near the camera. This may cause a fire or electric shock. Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes. The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a fire. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. This may result in electric shock. 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. 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. 1 Health and safety information Comply 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. Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera. Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Do not damage or heat the battery. Inauthentic, damaged, or heated batteries may cause a fire or personal injury. 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. 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. Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Misusing the battery may cause a fire or electric shock. 2 Health and safety information Do not touch the flash while it fires. The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin. Do not force the camera’s parts or apply pressure to the camera. This may cause your camera to malfunction. 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. 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. Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use. Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock. Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case. Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased. Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when you charge batteries. These may cause a fire or electric shock. Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card. This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a fire. Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/terminals on the battery. This may cause a fire or electric shock. 3 Health and safety information Data transference and your responsibilities 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. • 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. 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. 4 Outline of the User Manual Basic functions Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • 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. 14 Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Extended functions 35 Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode. Shooting options 58 Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode. Playback/Editing 85 Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, TV, HDTV, or 3D TV. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. • You are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual without prior permission. • We recommend using your camera within the country where you purchase it. • For Open Source License information, refer to the ‘OpenSourceInfo.pdf’ in the provided CD-ROM. Wireless network (WB850F only) 112 Learn to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs) and use functions. Settings 132 Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings. Appendixes Get information about error messages, specifications, and maintenance. 5 138 Indicators used in this manual Shooting mode Icons used in this manual Indicator Icon Function Smart Auto Additional information Program Safety warnings and precautions Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual Scene [ ] Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. ( ) Page number of related information → The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select → Photo Size (represents Select , and then select Photo Size). Annotation Magic Plus Wi-Fi GPS Movie Shooting mode icons These icons appear in the text when a function is available in a mode. See the example below. Note: The mode may not support functions for all scenes. For example: Available in Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, DUAL IS, and Movie modes 6 Expressions used in this manual Exposure (Brightness) The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO sensitivity. By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker or lighter. Pressing the shutter • Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down • Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down Half-press [Shutter] Normal exposure 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 background Background Composition Subject 7 Overexposure (too bright) Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject’s eyes appear red. • Set the flash option to Photos have dust spots. • Turn off the flash or avoid capturing photos in a dusty place. Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reflect light from the camera flash. Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 60) • If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 97) If dust particles are present in the air, you may capture them in photos when you use the flash. • Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 62) Photos are blurred. Blurring can occur if you capture photos in low light conditions or hold the camera incorrectly. • Use the OIS function or half-press [Shutter] to ensure the subject is focused. (p. 31) • Use the mode. (p. 46) 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 in mode. (p. 36) • Turn on the flash. (p. 60) • Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 62) • 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 light and dark areas, the subject may appear too dark. • Avoid shooting toward the sun. • Select Backlight in mode. (p. 36) • Set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 60) • Adjust the exposure. (p. 72) • Set the metering option to Spot if a subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 73) 8 Quick reference Capturing photos of people • mode > Beauty Shot 39 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) 60 • Face Detection 67 • Self-Portrait 68 Capturing photos at night or in the dark • mode > Night, Sunset, Dawn 36 • Flash options 60 • ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 62 • Capturing photos of text, insects, or flowers • mode > Text 36 • Macro 63 Capturing photos of scenery • • Adjusting the exposure (brightness) mode > HDR 37 • • ISO sensitivity(to adjust the sensitivity to light) 62 • EV (to adjust exposure) 72 • Metering 73 • Bracket 78 mode > Landscape 36 mode 47 Capturing 3D photos Capturing action photos • mode 44 • High-speed burst mode 77 • Precapture 78 Capturing panoramic action photos mode > Action Panorama 49 • • mode > 3D Photo 37 mode > 3D Panorama 47 Applying effects to photos • mode > Zooming Shot 40 • Smart Filter effects 80 • Image Adjust (to adjust Contrast, Sharpness, or Saturation) 82 9 Reducing camera shake • Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) 30 • mode 46 • Viewing files by category in Smart Album 87 • Viewing files as thumbnails 88 • Deleting all files on the memory card 89 • Viewing files as a slide show 92 • Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV 100 • Connecting your camera to a computer 103 • Using photo or video sharing websites (WB850F only) 103 • Sending photos via email (WB850F only) 103 • Adjusting sound and volume 112 • Adjusting the brightness of the display 112 • Changing the display language 113 • Setting the date and time 113 • Before contacting a service center 127 Contents Basic functions ................................................................. 14 Extended functions .......................................................... 35 Unpacking ..................................................................... 15 Camera layout ............................................................... 16 Inserting the battery and memory card ........................ 19 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ....... 20 Charging the battery ..................................................... 20 Turning on your camera ................................................ 20 Performing the initial setup ........................................... 21 Learning icons ............................................................... 23 Selecting options or menus .......................................... 24 Using [MENU] .............................................................. 24 Using [Fn] .................................................................... 26 Setting the display and sound ...................................... 27 Setting the display type . ............................................... 27 Setting the sound . ....................................................... 28 Capturing photos .......................................................... 29 Zooming . .................................................................... 30 Reducing camera shake (OIS) ....................................... 32 Tips for getting a clearer photo ..................................... 33 Using the Smart Auto mode ......................................... 36 Using the Scene mode . ................................................ 38 Using the 3D Photo mode ............................................ 39 Using the HDR mode ................................................... 39 Using the Magic Frame mode ....................................... 40 Using the Beauty Shot mode ........................................ 41 Using the Zooming Shot mode . .................................... 42 Using the Program mode .............................................. 43 Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode ................................................................ 44 Using the Aperture Priority mode ................................... 45 Using the Shutter Priority mode ..................................... 46 Using the Manual mode . .............................................. 47 Using the DUAL IS mode .............................................. 48 Using the Panorama mode ........................................... 49 Using the 2D or 3D Panorama mode ............................. 49 Using the Action Panorama mode ................................. 51 Using the Movie mode .................................................. 52 Recording high-speed videos . ...................................... 54 Using the Smart Scene Detection mode ........................ 55 Using the Creative Movie Maker mode ........................ 56 Making a movie with the Creative Movie Maker ............... 56 View a movie made in Creative Movie Maker mode ......... 57 10 Contents Shooting options .............................................................. 58 Using Face Detection . .................................................. 69 Detecting faces . .......................................................... 69 Capturing a self portrait shot . ........................................ 70 Capturing a smile shot .................................................. 70 Detecting eye blinking . ................................................. 71 Using Smart Face Recognition ...................................... 71 Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) ................... 72 Adjusting brightness and color ..................................... 74 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ............................. 74 Changing the metering option ....................................... 75 Selecting a White Balance setting .................................. 76 Using burst modes ........................................................ 79 Capturing photos in the High-speed burst mode . ........... 79 Capturing photos in the Precapture mode ...................... 80 Capturing bracketed photos . ........................................ 80 Applying effects/Adjusting images ............................... 82 Applying Smart Filter effects .......................................... 82 Adjusting your photos ................................................... 84 Selecting a resolution and quality ................................. 59 Selecting a resolution ................................................... 59 Setting the photo quality ............................................... 60 Using the timer .............................................................. 61 Shooting in the dark ...................................................... 62 Preventing red-eye ....................................................... 62 Using the flash ............................................................. 62 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity . ......................................... 64 Changing the camera’s focus ....................................... 65 Using macro ................................................................ 65 Using auto focus . ........................................................ 65 Focusing on a selected area ......................................... 67 Using tracking auto focus ............................................. 67 Adjusting the focus area ............................................... 68 11 Contents Playback/Editing .............................................................. 85 Wireless network (WB850F only) .................................. 112 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode . .............. 86 Starting Playback mode ................................................ 86 Viewing photos ............................................................ 92 Playing a video . ........................................................... 95 Editing a photo .............................................................. 97 Resizing photos ........................................................... 97 Rotating a photo .......................................................... 97 Applying Smart Filter effects .......................................... 98 Adjusting your photos ................................................... 99 Creating a print order (DPOF) ...................................... 100 Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV ........................ 102 Transferring files to your Windows computer ............. 105 Transferring files with Intelli-studio ................................. 106 Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk .......................................................... 108 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) ................ 109 Transferring files to your Mac computer ..................... 110 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ......... 111 Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings .......................................................... 113 Connecting to a WLAN ............................................... 113 Setting network options .............................................. 114 Manually setting the IP address ................................... 114 Network connection tips ............................................. 115 Sending photos via email . .......................................... 116 Changing email settings . ............................................ 116 Sending photos via email ............................................ 118 Entering text .............................................................. 119 Using photo or video sharing websites ...................... 120 Accessing a website .................................................. 120 Uploading photos or videos ........................................ 120 Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release . .... 121 Viewing photos or videos on a AllShare-enabled TV ... 123 Viewing photos or videos on a TV I .............................. 123 Viewing photos or videos on a TV II .............................. 125 Sending or receiving photos or videos with another camera ........................................................... 126 Sending photos or videos to another camera ............... 126 Receiving photos or videos from another camera .......... 126 Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos . .......... 128 Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC ........ 128 Sending photos or videos to a PC ............................... 128 Sending photos or videos to a Blu-ray disc Player ......... 129 About the Wakeup on LAN (WOL) feature .................. 130 12 Contents Settings ........................................................................... 132 Settings menu ............................................................. 133 Accessing the settings menu ...................................... 133 Sound . ..................................................................... 134 Display ...................................................................... 134 Settings . ................................................................... 135 Appendixes ..................................................................... 138 Error messages ........................................................... 139 Camera maintenance .................................................. 140 Cleaning your camera . ............................................... 140 Using or storing the camera ........................................ 141 About memory cards . ................................................ 142 About the battery ....................................................... 145 Before contacting a service center ............................. 149 Camera specifications ................................................ 152 Glossary ...................................................................... 156 FCC notice .................................................................. 161 Index ............................................................................ 162 13 Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Unpacking … ………………………………… 15 Setting the display and sound … …………… 27 Camera layout ………………………………… 16 Setting the display type ……………………… 27 Setting the sound …………………………… 28 Inserting the battery and memory card … … 19 Charging the battery and turning on your camera …………………………………… 20 Charging the battery ………………………… 20 Turning on your camera … ………………… 20 Performing the initial setup … ……………… 21 Learning icons ………………………………… 23 Selecting options or menus … ……………… 24 Using [MENU] … …………………………… 24 Using [Fn] … ………………………………… 26 Capturing photos … ………………………… 29 Zooming … ………………………………… 30 Reducing camera shake (OIS) … …………… 32 Tips for getting a clearer photo ……………… 33 Unpacking The following items are included in your product box. Optional accessories Camera AC adapter/ USB cable Camera case Rechargeable battery A/V cable Strap Battery charger User Manual CD-ROM HDMI cable Memory card/ Memory card adapter Quick Start Guide • The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product. • The items included in the box may differ depending on the model. • You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories. Basic functions 15 Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. Mode dial (p. 16) POWER button Microphone Shutter button Flash AF-assist light/Timer lamp Internal antenna* * Avoid contact with the internal antenna while using the wireless network. (WB850F only) Lens Speaker USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Tripod mount HDMI port Accepts HDMI cable Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery Basic functions 16 Camera layout Zoom button • In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out • In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails, or adjust the volume Flash release Status lamp • Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, when the image is out of focus, or there is a problem charging the battery (On WB850F, when the camera is connecting to WLAN or sending a photo) • Steady: When the camera is connected to a computer, charging the battery, or when the image is in focus Attaching the strap Display Buttons (p. 16) Basic functions 17 Camera layout Mode dial Icon Buttons Description Button Smart Auto: Capture a photo with a scene mode selected automatically by the camera. Program: Capture a photo by setting options except the shutter speed and aperture value which the camera sets automatically. Aperture Priority: The camera selects a shutter speed based on the aperture value you have set manually. Shutter Priority: The camera selects an aperture value based on the shutter speed you have set manually. Manual: Adjust various camera settings including shutter speed and aperture value. Description When pressing the video recording button: Start recording a video. When rotating the video recording button: Access burst options. Access options or menus. Access options in Shooting mode. When pressing the navigation button: Basic functions Other functions Change the display option. Move up Change the compass option. Move down Change the live landmark option. Move left Scene: Capture a photo with options preset for a specific scene. Magic Plus: Capture a photo, record a video, or edit an image with various effects. Wi-Fi: Connect to wireless local area networks and use functions. (WB850F only) Change the timer option. GPS: Using the GPS information, you can check the current location data, and find the shooting location of the picture, recorded with location data. Confirm the highlighted option or menu. Movie: Customize settings to record a video. • Close the help instruction. Enter Playback mode. • Delete files in Playback mode. Basic functions 18 Move right When rotating the navigation button: • Scroll to an option or menu. • Adjust the shutter speed, aperture, or exposure value in Shooting mode. • Scroll through files in Playback mode. Inserting the battery and memory card Learn 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. Memory card Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Memory card Slide the lock down to release the battery. Rechargeable battery Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up. Battery lock You can use the internal memory for temporary storage if a memory card is not inserted. Rechargeable battery Basic functions 19 Charging the battery and turning on your camera Charging the battery Turning on your camera Before you use the camera for the first time, you must charge the battery. Plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera, and then plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter. Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 19) Indicator light • Red light on: Charging • Red light off: Fully charged • Red light blinking: Error Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ ]. The camera turns on and immediately accesses Playback mode. Use only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera. If you use another AC adapter (such as SAC-48), the camera battery may not charge or work properly. Basic functions 20 If you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [ seconds, the camera does not emit any sounds. ] for about 5 Performing the initial setup When you turn on your camera for the first time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps below to configure the camera’s basic settings. Verify that Language is highlighted, and then press [ ] or [ ]. Press [ / ] to select Home, and then press [ ]. • When you travel to another country, select Visit, and then select a new time zone. Press [ / ] to select a time zone, and then press [ • To set daylight-savings time, press [ Time Zone : Home Press [ press [ / / / ] to select a language, and then Press [ ] to select Time Zone, and then press [ [ ]. ]. London Back ] or Basic functions 21 DST ]. ]. Performing the initial setup Press [ ] to select Date/Time Set, and then press [ ] or [ ]. Date/Time Set Year Month Day Press [ ] to select Date Type, and then press [ [ ]. 10 Press [ [ ]. Hour Min / ] to select a date type, and then press Language Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Type Exit Press [ / Press [ [ ]. English London 2011/01/01 YYYY/MM/DD MM/DD/YYYY Set DD/MM/YYYY • The screen may differ depending on the language selected. ] or ] to select an item. Back Set • The default date type may differ depending on the language / ] to set the date and time, and then press selected. 11 Press [ Basic functions 22 ] to switch to Shooting mode. Learning icons The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. 2 Shooting options (right) Icon Icon Description Smart zoom on Shooting mode Photo resolution Aperture value Video resolution Shutter speed Single shot mode Exposure value High-speed burst mode Available number of photos Precapture mode Memory card inserted Description Bracket mode • Smart filter Frame rate • 1 Shooting options (left) Icon Description 3 Shooting information Face tone Image adjustment (contrast, sharpness, and saturation) White balance White balance adjusted Face retouch Face detection Photo quality Metering Flash Flash intensity adjusted Auto focus option Timer • : Fully charged : Partially charged : Empty (Recharge) Available recording time Auto focus frame Camera shake Zoom indicator Zoom ratio Focus area Histogram (p. 25) Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Current time and date Sound Alive on ISO sensitivity Basic functions 23 Selecting options or menus To select an option or a menu, press [ ] or [ ]. Using [MENU] Going back to the previous menu To select options, press [ button or press [ / / / ], and then rotate the navigation ] or [ ]. In Shooting mode, press [ Press [ ]. Rotate the navigation button or press [ scroll to a menu or an option. Half-press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode. / / / ] to or Press [ ] again to go back to the previous menu. ] to confirm the highlighted option or menu. Basic functions 24 Selecting options or menus or example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode: Rotate the navigation button or press [ White Balance, and then press [ ] or [ Rotate the mode dial to . / ] to select ]. Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection Press [ Exit ]. Photo Size Quality Move Rotate the navigation button or press [ / White Balance option. EV White Balance : Daylight ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection Exit Move Rotate the navigation button or press [ , and then press [ ] or [ ]. / ] to select Back Press [ Press [ Basic functions 25 Adjust ] to save your settings. ] to return to Shooting mode. ] to select a Selecting options or menus Using [Fn] You can access shooting options by pressing [ options are not available. Press [ ], but some / ] to scroll to White Balance : Auto WB or example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode: Rotate the mode dial to . Exit Move Rotate the navigation button or press [ / White Balance option. White Balance : Daylight Press [ ]. Photo Size : 4096X3072 Exit Exit Move Press [ Basic functions 26 Move ] to save your settings. ] to select a Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display information and sound settings. Setting the display type About histograms You can select a display type for the Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays different shooting or playback information. See the table below. Press [ ] repeatedly to change the display type. Show all photographic information. Mode A histogram is a graph that illustrates how light is distributed in your photo. If the histogram has a high peak on the left, the photo is underexposed and will appear dark. A peak on the right of the graph means that the photo is overexposed and will appear washed out. The height of the peaks is related to color information. The more of a particular color, the taller the peak. Under-exposed Description • Hide all information about shooting. • Hide information about shooting, except the Shooting information on the bottom line. • Display all information about shooting. • Display histogram. • Hide all information about the current file. Playback • Display information about the current file, except the shooting settings and histogram. • Display all information about the current file. Basic functions 27 Well-exposed Over-exposed Setting the display and sound Setting the sound Turn on or off the sound your camera emits when you perform functions. In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ Select ]. → Beep Sound. Select an option. Option Description Off The camera does not emit any sounds. On The camera emits sounds. Basic functions 28 Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. Rotate the mode dial to Align your subject in the frame. Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. Press [ • A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. Press [ ] to view the captured photo. • To delete the photo, press [ ], and then select Yes. ] to return to Shooting mode. See page 31 for tips to get clearer photos. Basic functions 29 Capturing photos Zooming Digital zoom The Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode and the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the Digital zoom. By using both the 18X Optical zoom and 4X Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 72 times. You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Optical range Zoom indicator Zoom ratio Zoom out Digital range Zoom in • The Digital zoom is not available with the Face detection option, Smart Filter effect, Tracking AF option, Burst option, or Manual Focus. • If you capture a photo with the Digital zoom, the photo quality may be lower than normal. The wider you rotate the zoom button, the faster the camera zooms in or out. Basic functions 30 Capturing photos Smart zoom Setting Smart zoom You can use 24X Smart zoom which lets you zoom in with less degradation of picture quality than the Optical zoom and Digital zoom. By using both the Smart zoom and Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 72 times. Smart range In Shooting mode, press [ Select ]. → Smart Zoom. Select an option. Icon Zoom indicator Description Off: The Smart zoom is deactivated. On: The Smart zoom is activated. Digital range • Smart zoom is not available with the Face detection option, Smart Filter effect, Tracking AF option, Burst option, or Manual Focus. • If you capture a photo with the Smart zoom, the photo quality may be lower than normal. Basic functions 31 Capturing photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) • OIS 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 you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred by the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when you use a tripod. • If the camera is hit or dropped, the display will be blurry. If this occurs, turn off the camera, and then turn it on again. Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. Before correction After correction In Shooting mode, press [ Select or ]. → OIS. Select an option. Icon Description Off: OIS is deactivated. On: OIS is activated. Basic functions 32 Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Reducing camera shake • Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to Ensure nothing is blocking the lens, flash, or microphone. reduce camera shake optically. (p. 30) mode to reduce camera shake both optically and digitally. (p. 46) • Select the When is displayed Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically. Camera shake 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. When 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 capture a clear photo. • Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 60) • Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 62) The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically. Basic functions 33 Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: -- there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) -- the light source behind the subject is too bright -- the subject is shiny or reflective -- the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds -- the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame • When you capture photos in low light Turn on the flash. (p. 60) • When subjects are moving rapidly Use the High-speed burst mode or Precapture function. (p. 77) Using the focus lock Half-press [Shutter] to focus. When the subject is in focus, you can reposition the frame to change the composition. When you are ready, press [Shutter] to capture your photo. Basic functions 34 Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode. Using the Smart Auto mode ………………… 36 Using the Panorama mode … ……………… 49 Using the Scene mode … …………………… 38 Using the 2D or 3D Panorama mode … …… 49 Using the Action Panorama mode … ……… 51 Using the 3D Photo mode … ……………… Using the HDR mode … …………………… Using the Magic Frame mode … …………… Using the Beauty Shot mode … …………… Using the Zooming Shot mode ……………… 39 39 40 41 42 Using the Program mode … ………………… 43 Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode … …………………………… 44 Using the Aperture Priority mode …………… 45 Using the Shutter Priority mode … ………… 46 Using the Manual mode … ………………… 47 Using the DUAL IS mode … ………………… 48 Using the Movie mode … …………………… 52 Recording high-speed videos … …………… 54 Using the Smart Scene Detection mode … … 55 Using the Creative Movie Maker mode … … 56 Making a movie with the Creative Movie Maker ……………… 56 View a movie made in Creative Movie Maker mode ……………… 57 Using the Smart Auto mode In 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. Rotate the mode dial to Icon Description Align your subject in the frame. Portraits with backlighting • The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate Portraits scene icon appears at the bottom left of the screen. The icons are listed below. Close-up photos of objects Close-up photos of text Sunsets Blue skies Forested areas Close-up photos of colorful subjects Icon Description Camera is stabilized or on a tripod (when shooting in the dark) Landscapes Actively moving subjects Scenes with bright white backgrounds Fireworks (when using a tripod) Landscapes at night (when the flash is off) Portraits at night Landscapes with backlighting 36 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Using the Smart Auto mode • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the 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 mode, the camera consumes more battery power, because it changes settings often to select appropriate scenes. 37 Using the Scene mode In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific scene. Rotate the mode dial to Select a scene. 3D Photo Option Description Text Clearly capture text from printed or electronic documents. 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. Zooming Shot Capture scenes with blurred edges. Option Description 3D Photo Capture scenes with a 3D effect (the 3D effect works only on a 3D TV or 3D monitor). HDR Capture scenes with emphasis on mid-tones, by minimizing the dark and bright areas. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Magic Frame Capture scenes with various frame effects. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Beauty Shot Capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. Night Capture scenes at night or in low lighting (using a tripod is recommended). Landscape Capture still-life scenes and landscapes. • To change a scene mode, press [ select 38 ], and then . You can select any of the scenes listed. Using the Scene mode Using the 3D Photo mode Using the HDR mode In 3D Photo mode, you can capture scenes with a 3D effect. In HDR(High Dynamic Range) mode, your camera captures two photos with different exposures, and then overlays the bright area of the underexposed photo and the dark area of the overexposed photo. You can capture photos with soft, rich colors. Rotate the mode dial to Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Select 3D Photo. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. • The camera captures 2 photos in both JPEG and MPO file formats. Without HDR effect • In 3D Photo mode, the resolution is automatically set to . • In 3D Photo mode, some shooting options are not available. • You can view an MPO file that supports the 3D effect only on an MPO-compatible display, such as a 3D TV or 3D monitor. On your camera's display, you can view only JPEG files. • Use proper 3D glasses when you view an MPO file on a 3D TV or 3D monitor. With HDR effect Rotate the mode dial to Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Select HDR. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. • The camera captures 2 photos, and then automatically merges them into a single photo. 39 Using the Scene mode • The HDR effect may be affected by camera shake, lighting, • • • • movement of the subject, and the shooting environment. You cannot use the flash when you use the HDR mode. It may take longer to save a photo using the HDR mode. When you use the HDR mode, the preview image on the screen and the captured photo may appear slightly larger than a photo captured without this effect. When you capture a moving subject using the HDR mode, an afterimage may appear. Select → Frame. Select an option. Frame Wall Art Quality Old Film OIS Ripple Full Moon Old Record Magazine Sunny Day Back Using the Magic Frame mode In Magic Frame 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. Rotate the mode dial to Press [ ] to return to Shooting mode. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. In Magic Frame mode, the resolution is automatically set to Select Magic Frame. Press [ Set ]. 40 Using the Scene mode Using the Beauty Shot mode In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. Rotate the mode dial to Face Tone ]. appear lighter. Face Tone Off Face Retouch Level 1 Face Detection Level 2 Level 3 Photo Size Level 2 Photo Size Level 3 Set Press [ ] to return to Shooting mode. 10 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. When you use the Beauty Shot mode, the focus distance will be set to Auto Macro. Quality Focus Area Level 1 Smart FR Edit Focus Area • For example, increase the face tone setting to make skin Back Off Face Detection Back Select an option. Smart FR Edit Face Retouch Quality → Face Tone. Select • For example, increase the face retouch setting to hide more imperfections. Select Beauty Shot. Press [ Select an option. Set Select Face Retouch. 41 Using the Scene mode Using the Zooming Shot mode In Zooming Shot mode, you can emphasize the center of a photo by blurring the edges. Without Zooming Shot effect With Zooming Shot effect Rotate the mode dial to Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Select Zooming Shot. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. In Zooming Shot mode, the resolution is automatically set to or below. 42 Using the Program mode In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically. Rotate the mode dial to . Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Set the desired options. (For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options" starting on page 56.) 43 Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Adjust the 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. Aperture value The aperture is a hole that lets light into the camera. The aperture housing contains thin, metal plates that open and close, widening or narrowing the aperture, and controlling the amount of light that enters the camera. The size of the aperture is closely related to the brightness of a photo: the larger the aperture, the brighter the photo; the smaller the aperture, the darker the photo. Note that the larger the aperture value, the smaller the aperture size. For example, an aperture set to 5.6 is larger than an aperture set to 11. Shutter speed Shutter speed, which is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter. A slow shutter speed allows more time to let light in. All things being equal, photos are brighter, but fast moving objects tend to blur. On the other hand, a fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in. Photos are darker, but objects in motion are captured more clearly. Slow shutter speed Small aperture value (The size of the aperture is large.) Large aperture value (The size of the aperture is small.) 44 Fast shutter speed Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Aperture Priority mode The Aperture Priority mode allows you to set the aperture value manually while the camera automatically selects an appropriate shutter speed. Rotate the mode dial to Select Aperture Priority. • To select another mode when the mode dial is set to press [ Press [ press [ ], and then select → a mode. ], and then rotate the navigation button or / ] to adjust the aperture value. • See page 42 for more information about the aperture value. 45 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options” starting on page 56.) Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Shutter Priority mode The Shutter Priority mode allows you to set the shutter speed manually while the camera automatically selects an appropriate aperture value. Rotate the mode dial to Select Shutter Priority. • To select another mode when the mode dial is set to press [ Press [ press [ ], and then select → a mode. ], and then rotate the navigation button or / ] to adjust the shutter speed. • See page 42 for more information about the shutter speed. 46 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options” starting on page 56.) Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Manual mode The Manual mode allows you to adjust both the aperture value and the shutter speed manually. Rotate the mode dial to Rotate the navigation button or press [ the aperture value or shutter speed. Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options” starting on page 56.) Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Select Manual. • To select another mode when the mode dial is set to press [ Press [ ], and then select → a mode. ] to select the aperture value or shutter speed. 47 / ] to adjust Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction After correction Rotate the mode dial to Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. • The Digital zoom and Smart zoom are not available in mode. • The camera will correct photos optically only when the light source is brighter than fluorescent light. • If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry. • Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake in different shooting modes. (p. 30) 48 Using the Panorama mode In Panorama mode, you can capture a wide panoramic scene in a single photo. Capture and combine a series of photos to create a panoramic image. Using the 2D or 3D Panorama mode In Panorama mode, you can capture a normal or 3D panoramic photo. With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the direction that will let it capture the rest of the panorama. • In 3D Panorama mode, you can capture a scene only in horizontal directions. • When the viewfinder is aligned with the next scene, the camera captures the next photo automatically. Shooting example Rotate the mode dial to Press [ ]. Select → Panorama → Live Panorama or 3D Panorama. Press [ ] to return to Shooting mode. • When you have captured all the necessary shots, the camera combines them into one panoramic photo. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. • Align the camera with the far left or the far right, or very top or bottom, of the scene you want to capture. When you are finished, release [Shutter]. Press and hold [Shutter] to start shooting. 49 Using the Panorama mode • In 3D Panorama mode, photos are captured in both JPEG and MPO • For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the • • • • • file formats. following: -- moving the camera too quickly or too slowly -- moving the camera too little to capture the next image -- moving the camera at irregular speeds -- shaking the camera -- changing the camera direction while capturing a photo -- shooting in dark places -- capturing moving subjects nearby -- shooting conditions where the brightness or color of light is changing Selecting Panorama mode will disable the digital and optical zoom functions. If you select Panorama mode while the lens is zoomed in, the camera automatically zooms out to the default position. In Panorama mode, some shooting options are not available. The camera may stop shooting due to the shooting composition or movement within the scene. In Panorama mode, your camera may not capture the last scene in its entirety if you stop moving the camera exactly where you want the scene to end. To capture the entire scene, move your camera slightly beyond the point where you want the scene to end. In 3D Panorama mode, your camera may not capture the very beginning or end of a scene due to the nature of the 3D effect. To capture the entire scene, move slightly beyond the beginning and end points you want to capture. • You can view an MPO file that supports the 3D effect only on an MPO-compatible display, such as 3D TV or 3D monitor. On your camera's display, you can view only JPEG files. • Use proper 3D glasses when you view an MPO file on a 3D TV or 3D monitor. 50 Using the Panorama mode Using the Action Panorama mode In Action Panorama mode, you can capture and combine a series of photos of a moving subject. With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the direction that will let it capture the rest of the panorama. • If there is more than one moving subject, the camera may not recognize the correct subject. • If subjects are outside of the guide frame while capturing, the camera does not capture the movement of the subjects. Shooting example Rotate the mode dial to Press [ Select Press [ • The camera automatically combines the shots into one photo. • For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the following: -- moving the camera too quickly or too slowly -- moving the camera too little to capture the next image -- moving the camera at irregular speeds -- shaking the camera -- changing the camera direction while capturing a photo -- shooting in dark places -- capturing moving subjects nearby -- shooting conditions where the brightness or color of light is changing • The camera may take time to save panoramic photos. • In Action Panorama mode, some shooting options are not available. ]. → Panorama → Action Panorama. ] to return to Shooting mode. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. • Align the camera with the far left or the far right side of the scene you want to capture. When you are finished, release [Shutter]. Press and hold [Shutter] to start shooting. 51 Using the Movie mode In Movie mode, you can customize settings to record full HD 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 standards organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If your card does not, 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 write speeds. • If you activate the OIS function while recording a video, the camera may record the operating sound of the OIS function. • If you use the zoom function when recording a video, the camera may record the noise of the zoom operating. To decrease zoom noise, use the Sound Alive function. See Steps 3 and 4 below. Set desired options. (For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options" starting on page 56.) Press (Video recording) to start recording. Select a Sound Alive option. Press (Video recording) again to stop recording. Rotate the mode dial to Press [ Select Icon ]. → Voice. Description • You can start recording a video in some modes by pressing Sound Alive Off: Turn off the Sound Alive function to record the zoom noise. • The video frame size may appear smaller while you are recording a (Video recording) without having to rotate the mode dial to video depending on the video resolution and frame rate. • If you perform no operations for approximately 3 minutes while recording a video, the screen will become dim. To activate the screen, perform any camera operation. If you operate POWER, Zoom, Shutter, or Video recording button, the camera will carry out the assigned function, even when the screen is dim. Sound Alive On: Turn on the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. 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. 52 Using the Movie mode Pause recording Capturing still images while recording a video The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. You can capture still images while recording a video without switching to the photo shooting modes (up to 6 photos). This feature is available only when you use a memory card. Images captured while recording a video • Press [ • Press [ • Press [Shutter] to capture images while recording a video. ] to pause while recording. ] to resume. • Captured images will be saved automatically. • Captured images will be automatically resized, depending on the size of the recorded video. • You cannot capture still images while recording high-speed videos. • You cannot capture still images when you pause the video recording. • The quality of images captured while recording a video may be lower than those captured normally. 53 Using the Movie mode Recording high-speed videos You can record high-speed videos by setting frame rates. High-speed videos will be played in slow motion at 30 FPS, regardless of the frame rate of the video. Rotate the mode dial to Press [ • Icon • Memory cards with slow write speeds do not support high-speed mode only allows you to record a high-speed video. ], and then select a frame rate. Descripion 440fps: Record 440 frames per second (for up to 10 seconds). videos. • You cannot set Smart Filter effects or Smart Scene Detection mode when recording high-speed videos. • The camera does not record audio when recording high-speed videos. • The image quality of high-speed video may be lower than normal speed video. 250fps: Record 250 frames per second (for up to 10 seconds). 30fps: Record 30 frames per second (for up to 20 minutes). 30fps is not a high-speed recording option. 54 Press (Video recording) to start recording. Press (Video recording) again to stop recording. Using the Movie mode Using the Smart Scene Detection mode Icon Description In Smart Scene Detection mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. Rotate the mode dial to Press [ Landscapes Sunsets Blue skies Forested areas ]. Select → Smart Scene Detection → On. Press [ ] to return to Shooting mode. Align your subject in the frame. Press (Video recording) to start recording. Press (Video recording) again to stop recording. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses • The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate the default settings for the Smart Scene Detection mode. scene icon will appear at the bottom left of the screen. • 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 Scene Detection mode. 55 Using the Creative Movie Maker mode In the Creative Movie Maker mode, you can easily make movies from the photos and videos stored on your memory card. Making a movie with the Creative Movie Maker Rotate the mode dial to • You cannot select photos captured in Panorama mode, videos made in Creative Movie Maker mode, videos recorded with some Smart Filter effects (Miniature, Vignetting, Half Tone Dot, Sketch, or Fish-eye), or some high-speed videos (440fps). • You can select up to 60 photos and 10 videos. Select + Movie Creation. Select Select, and then select files. • You must select at least 2 files. • If you select a folder, every photo in the folder will be selected. • If you select a video, every photo captured while recording the video will be selected. • Select Shuffle to let the camera select photos and videos randomly. The movie cannot exceed 2 minutes 30 seconds in length. Select image Press [ ] to confirm the selection. Press [ ] to select Theme, and then select a theme. Press [ ] to select Music, and then select music. Press [ size. ] to select Movie Size, and then select a movie Press [ Start. ] to select Creation, and then select Creation • If your camera does not have enough available memory to store the movie, you cannot select Creation Start. Delete files from the memory card to make more memory available. (p. 89) • If the pop-up message appears when you select Creation Start, select a smaller movie size in the Movie Size option. • The video rendering may take longer depending on the number and size of the selected files. • Press [ ] to cancel the video rendering. Select Shuffle Back Set 56 Using the Creative Movie Maker mode View a movie made in Creative Movie Maker mode Rotate the mode dial to Press [ Press [ / ] to select a movie. ] to play the movie. To view the movie in Playback mode, press [ ]. (p. 84) 57 Shooting options Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode. Selecting a resolution … …………………… 59 Setting the photo quality … ………………… 60 Using Smart Face Recognition ……………… 71 Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) … ………………………………… 72 Using the timer ……………………………… 61 Adjusting brightness and color ……………… 74 Shooting in the dark … ……………………… 62 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) … …… 74 Changing the metering option … …………… 75 Selecting a White Balance setting …………… 76 Selecting a resolution and quality …………… 59 Preventing red-eye … ……………………… 62 Using the flash … …………………………… 62 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity … ……………… 64 Changing the camera’s focus … …………… 65 Using macro ………………………………… Using auto focus … ………………………… Focusing on a selected area ………………… Using tracking auto focus …………………… Adjusting the focus area … ………………… 65 65 67 67 68 Using Face Detection ………………………… 69 Detecting faces ……………………………… Capturing a self portrait shot ………………… Capturing a smile shot … …………………… Detecting eye blinking … …………………… 69 70 70 71 Using burst modes …………………………… 79 Capturing photos in the High-speed burst mode ………………………………………… 79 Capturing photos in the Precapture mode …… 80 Capturing bracketed photos ………………… 80 Applying effects/Adjusting images … ……… 82 Applying Smart Filter effects ………………… 82 Adjusting your photos … …………………… 84 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution Setting the video resolution As 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 the photo resolution In Shooting mode, press [ Select In Shooting mode, press [ Select → Movie Size. Select an option. Icon ]. Description 1920X1080: High-quality HD files to play back on an HDTV. → Photo Size. 1280X720: HD files to play back on an HDTV. Select an option. Icon ]. 640X480: SD files to play back on an analog TV. Description 4096X3072: Print on an A1 paper. 4096X2736: Print on an A2 paper in wide ratio (3:2). 3648X2736: Print on an A2 paper. 4096X2304: Print on an A2 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV. 2592X1944: Print on an A4 paper. 1984X1488: Print on an A5 paper. 1920X1080: Print on an A5 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV. 1024X768: Attach to an email. Shooting options 59 If a memory card is not inserted, the camera supports only Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the photo quality Set the photo quality setting. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format. In Shooting mode, press [ Select ]. → Quality. Select an option. Icon Description Super Fine: Capture photos in super high quality. Fine: Capture photos in high quality. Normal: Capture photos in normal quality. Shooting options 60 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Press [Shutter] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo after the specified time has elapsed. Timer : Off • Press [Shutter] or [ ] to cancel the timer. • Depending on the Face Detection options you selected, the timer function may not be available. Back Set Select an option. Icon Description Off: 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. Shooting options 61 Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye Using the flash If 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.” Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Flash : Auto Before correction After correction Move Adjust Select an option. Icon Description Off: • The flash will not fire. • The camera will display the shake warning you are shooting in low light. when Auto: In Smart Auto mode, the camera will select a proper flash setting for the scene it detects. Auto: The flash will fire automatically when the subject or background is dark. Shooting options 62 Shooting in the dark Icon Description • Flash options are not available if you set Burst options or select Self-Portrait or Blink Detection. 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 light intensity. Slow Sync: • The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer. • This option is recommended when you want to capture more 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. • Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 131) • 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. Adjusting the flash intensity Adjust the flash intensity to avoid over-exposed or under-exposed photos. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Scroll to an option. Press [ ]. Red-eye Fix: • The flash fires twice when the subject or background is dark. 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 conditions. Shooting options 63 Shooting in the dark Rotate the navigation button or press [ / the intensity. ] to adjust Flash : Auto Flash Strength Back Press [ Set ] to save your settings. Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. Use a higher ISO sensitivity to capture better photos and reduce camera shake when not using the flash. In Shooting mode, press [ Select ]. → ISO. Select an option. • Select • Adjusting the flash intensity may not be effective if: -- the subject is too close to the camera -- you set a high ISO sensitivity -- the exposure value is too big or too small • In some shooting modes, you cannot use this function. to use an appropriate ISO sensitivity based on the brightness of the subject and lighting. Higher ISO sensitivities may result in more image noise. Shooting options 64 Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using macro Using auto focus Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. To capture sharp photos, select the appropriate focus option according to your distance from the subject. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Focus : Auto Focus (Normal) Back • 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 65 Set Changing the camera’s focus Select an option. Icon Adjusting the focus distance manually Description Auto Focus (Normal): Focus on a subject farther than 31 in. (80 cm) away. Farther than 138 in. (350 cm) away when you use the zoom. Manual Focus: Focus on a subject by adjusting the focus distance manually. (p. 64) Macro: Manually focus on a subject that is 2-31 in. (5-80 cm) from the camera. 71-138 in. (180-350 cm) when you use the zoom. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Scroll to Manual Focus. Press [ ]. Rotate the navigation button or press [ / the focus distance. ] to adjust Focus : Manual Focus Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 2 in. (5 cm) away. Farther than 71 in. (180 cm) away when you use the zoom. Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions. Back Press [ Set ] to save your settings. • When you adjust the focus distance manually and the subject is out of focus, the photo may become blurry. • If you use this function, you cannot set focus area options and Face Detection options. Shooting options 66 Changing the camera’s focus Focusing on a selected area Using tracking auto focus You can focus on an area that you have selected. Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. In Shooting mode, press [ Select → Focus Area → Selection AF. Press [ Press [ press [ area. ]. ] to return to Shooting mode. ], and then rotate the navigation button or / / / ] to move the frame to a desired In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select → Focus Area → Tracking AF. Press [ ] to return to Shooting mode. Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [ ]. • A focus frame appears on the subject and follows the subject as you move the camera. Set Press [ ]. • The white frame means that your camera is tracking the Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • Press [ subject. ] to change the focus area. If you use this function, you cannot set Face Detection options, Burst options, Smart zoom options, and Smart Filter effects. • When you half-press [Shutter], the green frame means that your subject is in focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Shooting options 67 Changing the camera’s focus • If you do not select a focus area, 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 Face Detection options, Burst options, Smart zoom, and Smart Filter effects. Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. In Shooting mode, press [ Select ]. → Focus Area. Select an option. Icon Description Center AF: Focus on the center of the frame (suitable when subjects are located at or near the center). Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas. Selection AF: Focus on the area that you select. (p. 65) Tracking AF: Focus on and track the subject. (p. 65) Available shooting options may differ depending on the shooting mode. Shooting options 68 Using Face Detection If you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them. • When your camera detects a face, it tracks the detected face Detecting faces • Your camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in one scene. • • • • • • • • automatically. 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, Image adjustment, Selection AF, Tracking AF, or Manual Focus. Depending on the shooting options you selected, available Face Detection options may differ. Depending on the Face Detection options you selected, the timer function may not be available. When you set Face Detection options, the AF area is automatically set to Multi AF. Depending on the Face Detection options you selected, Burst options may not be 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. 85) 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. In Shooting mode, press [ Select Shooting options 69 ]. → Face Detection → Normal. The face nearest the camera or nearest the center of the scene 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. • If you have set Burst options, the camera may not register detected faces. Using Face Detection Capturing a self portrait shot Capturing a smile shot Capture photos of yourself. The camera sets the focus distance to close-up, and then emits a beep when ready. The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. In Shooting mode, press [ Select Press [ ]. → Face Detection → Self-Portrait. ] to return to Shooting mode. Compose your shot with the lens facing you. When you hear a quick beep, press [Shutter]. In Shooting mode, press [ ]]. Select → Face Detection → Smile Shot. Press [ ] to return to Shooting mode. 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. 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. 112) Shooting options 70 Using Face Detection Detecting eye blinking Using Smart Face Recognition If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. The Smart Face Recognition feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces and on favorite faces. The Smart Face Recognition feature is available only when you use a memory card. In Shooting mode, press [ Select ]. → Face Detection → Blink Detection. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select → Face Detection → Smart Face Recognition. • 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. • : Faces that you have registered as favorites. (To register faces as favorites, refer to page 70.) • : Faces that the camera has automatically registered. Shooting options 71 Using Face Detection • 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 12 faces. If the camera recognizes a new face when 12 faces have already been registered, it will replace the lowest priority face with the new one. Registering 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. In Shooting mode, press [ Select ]. → Smart FR Edit → My Star. Align your subject’s face with the oval guideline, and then press [Shutter] to register the face. Set • Capture photos of one person at a time when registering faces. • Capture 5 photos of 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 only one photo of the subject's face. Shooting options 72 Using Face Detection When you are finished capturing the photos, the face list appears. • Your favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list. • You can register up to 8 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 In Shooting mode, press [ Select ]. → Smart FR Edit → Face List. • To change the ranking of your favorite faces, press [ select Edit Ranking. (p. 85) • To delete a favorite face, press [ ], and then ], and then select Delete. (p. 86) Shooting options 73 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. 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. Select a value to adjust the exposure. • The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases. EV : 1 Back Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+) Press [ Set ] to save your settings. • Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will be stored In Shooting mode, press [ Select or automatically. You may need to change the exposure value later to avoid overexposure or underexposure. • If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select the AE BKT (Auto Exposure Bracket) option (p. 79), and then capture bracketed photos. The camera will capture 3 consecutive photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 78) ]. → EV. Shooting options 74 Adjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option Icon The 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. In Shooting mode, press [ Select or ]. → Metering. Select an option. Icon Description Multi: • Your camera divides the frame into several areas, and then measures the light intensity of each area. • Suitable for general photos. Shooting options 75 Description Spot: • Your camera measures only the light intensity at 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. Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a White Balance setting 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. In Shooting mode, press [ Select or ]. → White Balance. Select an option. Icon Description Auto WB: Automatically set the White Balance based on the lighting conditions. Daylight: For outdoor photos on a sunny day. Cloudy: For outdoor photos on a cloudy day or in shadows. Auto WB Fluorescent_H: For shooting under a daylight fluorescent or 3-way fluorescent light. Daylight Fluorescent_L: For shooting under white fluorescent light. Tungsten: For shooting indoor photos under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps. Cloudy Custom Set: To use White Balance settings that you define. (p. 75) Tungsten Color Temp.: To adjust the color temperature of the light source. (p. 76) Shooting options 76 Adjusting brightness and color Customizing preset White Balance options In Shooting mode, press [ Select or ]. → White Balance. Scroll to a desired option. Press [ ]. Press [ / / / coordinates. ] to adjust the value on the White Balance : Daylight Back Press [ Set • • • • 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 you to match the colors in your photo with the actual scene. In Shooting mode, press [ Select or ]. → White Balance. Scroll to Custom Set. Aim the lens at a piece of white paper, and then press [Shutter]. G: Green A: Amber M: Magenta B: Blue ] to save your settings. Shooting options 77 Adjusting brightness and color Adjusting color temperature In Shooting mode, press [ Select or ]. → White Balance. Scroll to Color Temp.. Press [ ]. Rotate the navigation button or press [ / ] to adjust the color temperature to match your light source. • You can capture a warmer photo with a higher color temperature setting (more yellow/red), and a cooler photo with a lower color temperature setting (more blue). White Balance : Color Temp. Back Press [ Set ] to save your settings. Shooting options 78 Using burst modes It can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. Also, it can be difficult to adjust the exposure correctly and select a proper light source. In these cases, select one of the burst modes. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press and hold [Shutter]. • While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera captures photos continuously. Capturing photos in the High-speed burst mode • You can use the flash, Smart Zoom, Face Detection options, and Smart Filter options only when you select Single. • It may take longer to save the photos depending on the memory card capacity and performance. In Shooting mode, press [ • The camera always displays captured photos before returning to ]. Shooting mode. Select an option. Icon Description 10fps: Capture 10 photos per second continuously. (You can capture up to 8 photos in one burst.) 5fps: Capture 5 photos per second continuously. (You can capture up to 8 photos in one burst.) 3fps: Capture 3 photos per second continuously. (You can capture up to 8 photos in one burst.) Single: Capture a single photo. Single is not a high-speed burst option. Shooting options 79 Using burst modes Capturing photos in the Precapture mode Capturing bracketed photos In Precapture mode, the camera starts shooting before you even press the shutter all the way down. If you do not want to miss the first couple of important shots, simply use this mode and select the photo with the best results after shooting. You can use the automatic bracketing feature to capture multiple photos of the same subject with different setting values slightly modified, such as exposure or white balance. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Precapture. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. • The camera captures 7 photos continuously. If you release [Shutter] too fast, the camera captures less than 7 photos. In Shooting mode, press [ Press [Shutter]. ]. Select Bracket. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. • The camera captures 3 photos continuously. Press [Shutter]. • The camera capture the last photo and then saves all of the captured photos while you are half-pressing [Shutter]. • If you do not press [Shutter] all the way down, the photos captured while you are half-pressing [Shutter] will not be saved. Shooting options 80 Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.
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