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This user manual includes detailed usage

instructions for your camera. Please read

this manual thoroughly.

Common questions

Quick reference

Contents

Basic functions

Extended functions

Shooting options

Playback/Editing

Appendixes

Index

User Manual

ES30

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1

Health and safety information

Always 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

others

Caution—situations that could cause damage to your

camera or other equipment

Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information

Safety warnings

Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive

gases and liquids

Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or flammable

chemicals. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or

explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its

accessories.

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.

Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight

Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to

people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject’s

eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.

Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care

•Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers.

Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries

or damage to your camera.

•Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations

when disposing of used batteries.

•Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices,

such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may

explode when overheated.

•Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose

outlet when charging batteries. This may cause a fire or electric

shock.

2

Health and safety information

•Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s

compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to

improper use may not be covered by your warranty.

•Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury

to yourself or others.

•Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and

prevent proper operation.

•Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause

allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with

sensitive skin. If you have experience any of these symptoms,

stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor.

Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from

damage

•Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very

hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F).

Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your

batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.

•Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as

this can create a connection between the + and – terminals

of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery

damage. Also, this may cause a fire or electric shock.

•Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or

foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a

soft cloth before inserting in your camera.

•Do not allow liquids, dirt, or foreign substances to come in

contact with the memory card slot. Doing so may cause the

camera to malfunction.

Safety precautions

Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly

•Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can cause serious

damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water

damage to your camera can void your manufacturer’s warranty.

•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 using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or

poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and

internal components.

•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.

•Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it on

beaches or in other similar areas.

•Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, and

excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.

•Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and

installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors,

improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries

and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and

accessories.

3

Ensure maximum battery and charger life

•Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is

finished, disconnect the cable from your camera.

•Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be

recharged before use.

•Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.

•Use batteries only for their intended purpose.

Exercise caution when using the camera in humid

environments

When you transfer the camera from a cold environment to a warm

and humid one, condensation can form on the delicate electronic

circuitry and memory card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour

until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera.

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.

•Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory

card.

•Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impact

or pressure.

•Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other

cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with

your camera.

•Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.

Use only Samsung-approved accessories

Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera,

cause injury, or void your warranty.

Protect your camera’s lens

•Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor

the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.

•Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your

lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.

Important usage information

Allow only qualified personnel to service your camera

Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or

attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results

from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty.

Health and safety information

4

Copyright information

•Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are

registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.

•Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation.

•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 a country

where you purchase it.

•For Open Source License information, refer to the

“OpenSourceInfo.pdf” in the provided CD-ROM.

Organization of the user manual

Basic functions 11

Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic

functions for shooting.

Extended functions 25

Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and

how to record a video or voice memo.

Shooting options 34

Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.

Playback/Editing 51

Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice

memos and edit photos or videos. You will also learn

how to connect your camera to your photo printer or

TV.

Appendixes 73

Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and

maintenance tips.

5

Indications used in this manual

Shooting mode Indication

Smart Auto

Program

DIS

Scene

Movie

Shooting mode icons

These icons indicate that a function is available in the

corresponding modes. The mode may not support functions

for all scenes.

e.g.)

Available in the

Program, DIS, and

Movie modes

Icons used in this manual

Icon Function

Additional information

Safety warnings and precautions

[ ] Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] represents the

shutter button.

( ) Page number of related information

→

The order of options or menus you must select to

perform a step. For example: Select Shooting → White

Balance represents select Shooting, and then select

White Balance.

*Annotation

Abbreviations used in this manual

Abbreviation Definition

ACB Auto Contrast Balance

AEB Auto Exposure Bracket

AF Auto Focus

DIS Digital Image Stabilization

DPOF Digital Print Order Format

EV Exposure Value

WB White Balance

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Pressing the shutter

•Half-press [Shutter]: Press the shutter halfway down

•Press [Shutter]: Press the shutter all the way down

Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]

Subject, background, and composition

•Subject: The main object of 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

Subject

Composition

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 speed. By altering the exposure, your

photos will be darker or lighter.

Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)

Expressions used in this manual

7

Common questions

You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options.

The subject's eyes

appear red.

This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash.

• Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 38)

• If the photo has already been taken, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 62)

Photos have dust

spots.

Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.

• Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.

• Set ISO speed options. (p. 39)

Photos are blurred. This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly.

• Press [Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (p. 23)

• Use the mode. (p. 30)

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 steady the camera and may result in camera shake.

• Select Night in the mode. (p. 29)

• Turn on the flash. (p. 38)

• Set ISO speed options. (p. 39)

• 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 come out shaded.

• Avoid shooting with the sun behind your subject.

• Select Backlight in the mode. (p. 27)

• Set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 38)

• Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 45)

• Adjust the exposure. (p. 45)

• Set the metering option to Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 46)

8

Quick reference

Taking photos of people

• mode > Beauty Shot



28

• mode > Portrait



27

• Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)



38

• Face Detection



42

Taking photos at night or in the dark

• mode > Night



29

• mode > Sunset, Dawn, Fireworks



27

• Flash options



38

• ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light)



39

Taking action photos

• Continuous, Motion Capture



48

Taking photos of text, insects, or

flowers

• mode > Close Up, Text



27

• Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos)



40

• White Balance (to change the color tone)



46

Adjusting the exposure (brightness)

• EV (to adjust exposure)



45

• ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright

backgrounds)



45

• Metering



46

• AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with

different exposures)



48

Applying a different effect

• Photo styles (to apply tones)



49

• Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or

contrast)



50

Reducing camera shake

• mode



30

• Viewing files by category in

Smart Album



53

• Deleting all files on the

memory card



55

• Viewing files as a slide

show



56

• Viewing files on a TV



64

• Connecting your camera to a

computer



65

• Adjusting sound and volume



75

• Adjusting the brightness of

the display



75

• Changing the display

language



76

• Setting the date and time



76

• Formatting the memory

card



76

• Troubleshooting



84

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Contents

ES30

Health and safety information

Common questions

Quick reference

Contents

Shooting options

............................................................ 34

Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 35

Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 35

Selecting image quality ........................................................ 35

Using the timer .................................................................. 36

Shooting in the dark .......................................................... 38

Preventing red-eye .............................................................. 38

Using the flash .................................................................... 38

Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... 39

Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ 40

Using macro ....................................................................... 40

Using auto focus ................................................................. 40

Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... 41

Using face detection ......................................................... 42

Detecting faces ................................................................... 42

Taking a self-portrait shot ...................................................... 43

Taking a smile shot .............................................................. 43

Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 44

Adjusting brightness and color .......................................... 45

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... 45

Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... 45

Changing the metering option ............................................... 46

Selecting a light source (White balance) ................................ 46

Using burst modes ............................................................ 48

Improving your photos ...................................................... 49

Applying photo styles ........................................................... 49

Adjusting your photos .......................................................... 50

Basic functions

............................................................... 11

Unpacking ......................................................................... 12

Camera layout ................................................................... 13

Inserting the battery and memory card .............................. 15

Turning on your camera .................................................... 16

Learning icons ................................................................... 17

Selecting options ............................................................... 18

Setting the display and sound ........................................... 20

Changing the display type .................................................... 20

Setting the sound ................................................................ 20

Taking photos .................................................................... 21

Zooming ............................................................................. 22

Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 23

Extended functions

........................................................ 25

Shooting modes ................................................................ 26

Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................. 26

Using the Scene mode ........................................................ 27

Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................ 28

Using the frame guide .......................................................... 29

Using the Night mode .......................................................... 29

Using the DIS mode ............................................................ 30

Using the Program mode ..................................................... 31

Recording a video ............................................................... 31

Recording voice memos ................................................... 33

Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 33

Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 33

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Contents

Playback/Editing

............................................................. 51

Playing back ...................................................................... 52

Starting Playback mode ....................................................... 52

Viewing photos ................................................................... 56

Playing a video .................................................................... 57

Playing voice memos ........................................................... 58

Editing a photo .................................................................. 60

Resizing photos .................................................................. 60

Rotating a photo .................................................................. 60

Applying photo styles ........................................................... 61

Correcting exposure problems ............................................. 62

Creating a print order (DPOF) ................................................ 63

Viewing files on a TV ......................................................... 64

Transferring files to your Windows computer ..................... 65

Transferring files using Intelli-studio ........................................ 67

Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk

.. 69

Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .......................... 70

Transferring files to your Mac computer ............................ 71

Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ................. 72

Appendixes

..................................................................... 73

Camera settings menu ...................................................... 74

Accessing the settings menu ................................................ 74

Sound ................................................................................ 75

Display ............................................................................... 75

Settings .............................................................................. 76

Error messages ................................................................. 79

Camera maintenance ........................................................ 80

Cleaning your camera .......................................................... 80

About memory cards ........................................................... 81

About the battery ................................................................. 82

Before contacting a service center .................................... 84

Camera specifications ....................................................... 87

FCC notice ........................................................................ 91

Index ................................................................................. 92

Unpacking

………………………………… 12

Camera layout

……………………………… 13

Inserting the battery and memory card

… 15

Turning on your camera

…………………… 16

Learning icons

……………………………… 17

Selecting options

…………………………… 18

Setting the display and sound

…………… 20

Changing the display type

…………………… 20

Setting the sound

…………………………… 20

Taking photos

……………………………… 21

Zooming

……………………………………… 22

Tips for getting a clearer photo

…………… 23

Basic functions

Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions

for shooting.

Basic functions

12

Unpacking

Check your product box for the following items.

Camera AA Alkaline Batteries

USB cable Strap

Quick Start Manual

Software CD-ROM

(User manual included)

The illustrations may differ from your

actual items.

Optional accessories

Camera case Memory cards

Charger Rechargeable battery

A/V cable AC Cord

Basic functions

13

Camera layout

Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.

Battery chamber cover

Insert a memory card and battery

Tripod mount

Shutter button

POWER button

AF-assist light/timer lamp

Flash

Speaker

Lens

Microphone

Basic functions

14

Camera layout

Button Description

Navigation

In Shooting mode While setting

Change the display option Move up

Change the macro option Move down

Change the flash option Move left

Change the timer option Move right

Confirm the highlighted option or menu

Playback Enter Playback mode

Function • Access options in Shooting mode

• Delete files in Playback mode

Status lamp

• Blinking: When the camera is saving

a photo or video, being read by a

computer or printer, or out of focus

• Steady: When the camera is

connecting to a computer or in focus

1

2

Main display

MENU button

Access options and settings

menu, or return to the

previous mode

USB and A/V port

Accepts USB cable or

A/V cable

Zoom button

• Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.

• Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as

thumbnails in Playback mode.

• Adjust volume in Playback mode.

Attaching the strap

Basic functions

15

Inserting the battery and memory card

Learn to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera.

Removing the battery and memory card

Push the card gently until

the card disengages from

the camera, and then pull it

out of the slot.

• You need a storage device for shooting. Insert the memory card.

• Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory

card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory

card.

Memory card

Battery

Insert a memory card with the

gold-colored contacts facing

down.

Check the polarity (+/-) of the

batteries before inserting them.

Basic functions

16

Turning on your camera

Learn how to start your camera.

Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off.

Turning on your camera in Playback mode

Press [ ]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode

immediately.

When you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [ ] for about

5 seconds, the camera does not emit any camera sounds.

Basic functions

17

Icon Description

Flash option

Timer option

Auto focus option

Face detection

D. Icons on the left

Icon Description

Aperture and shutter speed

Long time shutter

Exposure value

White balance

Face tone

Face retouch

ISO speed

Photo style

Image adjustment

(contrast, sharpness, saturation)

Voice muted

Burst type

Learning icons

The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.

Icon Description

Available recording time

Memory card is not inserted

Memory card inserted

• : Fully charged

• : Partially charged

• (Red) : Charging needed

Voice memo

Auto focus frame

Camera shake

Zoom ratio

Current date and time

C. Icons on the right

Icon Description

Photo resolution

Video resolution

Frame rate

Photo quality

Metering option

A. Mode icons

Icon Description

The camera automatically selects

settings based on a the type of scene

(Night, Portrait, Sunset, etc.) it detects.

The camera sets the shutter

speed and aperture value and

lets you set the other options.

The camera activates options

that reduce camera shake.

Take a photo with options preset

for a specific scene (Landscape,

Portrait, Forest, etc.).

Record a video.

B. Information

Icon Description

Available number of photos

B

C

D

A

Basic functions

18

Selecting options

You can select options by pressing [ ], and then using the navigation buttons ([ ], [ ], [ ], [ ]).

You can also access shooting options by pressing [ ], but some options are not available.

Going back to the previous menu

Press [ ] again to go back to the previous menu.

Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or

menu.

• To move left or right, press [ ] or [ ].

• To move up or down, press [ ] or [ ].

EV

Back Move

3

Press [ ] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.

Basic functions

19

Selecting options

6

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to White Balance, and then

press [ ] or [ ].

Photo Size

Quality

EV

ISO

White Balance

Face Detection

Focus Area

Exit Back

7

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to a White Balance option.

Daylight

Back Move

8

Press [ ].

Example: Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode

1 In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Mode, and then press

[] or [ ].

3 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then

press [ ].

Smart Auto

Program

DIS

Scene

Movie

This mode allows you to directly set various

features for shooting.

4

Press [ ].

5

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Shooting, and then

press [ ] or [ ].

Mode

Shooting

Sound

Display

Settings

Photo Size

Quality

EV

ISO

White Balance

Face Detection

Focus Area

Exit Change

Basic functions

20

Setting the display and sound

Learn how to change the basic display and sound settings.

Setting the sound

Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you

operate your camera.

1

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select Sound → Beep Sound → an option.

Options Description

Off The camera does not emit any sounds.

1/2/3 The camera emits one of three sounds, depending

on the option you select.

Changing the display type

Select a display type for Shooting or Playback mode. Each type

displays different shooting or playback information.

Press [ ] repeatedly to change a display type.

Show all photographic

information.

Modes Display Type Choices

Shooting

• Display all information about shooting

• Hide information about shooting, except the

available number of photos (or available recording

time) and the battery icon

Playback

• Display all information about the current photo

• Hide all information about the current file

• Display information about the current file, except the

shooting settings and captured date

Basic functions

21

Taking photos

Learn how to take photos easily and quickly in the Program mode.

1 In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Mode, and then press

[] or [ ].

3 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then

press [ ].

Smart Auto

Program

DIS

Scene

Movie

This mode allows you to directly set various

features for shooting.

4

Align your subject in the frame.

5

Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

• A green frame means the subject in focus.

6

Press [Shutter] to take a photo.

See page 23 for tips to get clearer photos.

Basic functions

22

Taking photos

Digital zoom

If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using

the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you

use the digital zoom.

Digital range

Optical range

Zoom indicator

• Digital zoom is not available when you use the , , (in

some scenes) and modes, and when you use Face Detection.

• It may take longer to save a photo when you are using the digital

zoom.

Zooming

You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your

camera has a 5X optical zoom and 3X digital zoom. By using

both, you can zoom in up to 15 times.

Push [Zoom] up to zoom in on your subject. Push [Zoom] down

to zoom out.

Zoom

out

Zoom

in

Zoom ratio

Basic functions

23

Tips for getting a clearer photo

Holding your camera correctly

Make sure nothing is

blocking the lens.

Half-pressing the shutter button

Half-press [Shutter] and 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 take the photo if

the focus frame appears in green.

• Change the frame and half-press

[Shutter] again if it appears in red.

Reducing camera shake

• Select the mode to reduce camera shake

digitally. (p. 30)

When is displayed

Camera shake

When shooting 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 still.

• Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 38)

• Set ISO speed options. (p. 39)

Basic functions

24

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

(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

- the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds

- the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame

Use 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 take your photo.

• When you take photos in low light

Turn on the flash.

(p. 38)

• When subjects are moving fast

Use the continuous

or motion capture

function. (p. 48)

Shooting modes

…………………………… 26

Using the Smart Auto mode

………………… 26

Using the Scene mode

……………………… 27

Using the Beauty Shot mode

………………… 28

Using the frame guide

……………………… 29

Using the Night mode

……………………… 29

Using the DIS mode

………………………… 30

Using the Program mode

…………………… 31

Recording a video

…………………………… 31

Recording voice memos

………………… 33

Recording a voice memo

…………………… 33

Adding a voice memo to a photo

…………… 33

Extended functions

Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to

record a video or voice memo.

Extended functions

26

Shooting modes

Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.

Icon Description

Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night.

This is available only when the flash is off.

Appears when taking portraits at night.

Appears when taking photos of landscapes with

backlighting.

Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.

Appears when taking portraits.

Appears when taking close-up photos of objects.

Appears when taking close-up photos of text.

Appears when taking photos of sunsets.

Appears when taking photos of clear skies.

Appears when taking photos of forested areas.

Appears when taking close-up photos of colorful

subjects.

Appears when taking close-up portraits of people.

Appears when the camera is stable (on a tripod, for

example) and the subject is motionless for a period

of time. This is available only when you are shooting

in the dark.

Appears when taking photos of actively moving

subjects.

Using the Smart Auto mode

In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate

camera settings based on the type of scene it defects. Smart

Auto Mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera

settings for various scenes.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Mode → Smart Auto.

3

Align your subject in the frame.

• The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate

scene mode icon appears at the top left of the screen. The

icons are listed below.

Icon Description

Appears when taking photos of landscapes.

Appears when taking photos with bright white

backgrounds.

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Shooting modes

Using the Scene mode

Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Mode → Scene → a scene.

Beauty Shot

Frame Guide

Night

Portrait

Children

Landscape

Smart Auto

Program

DIS

Scene

Movie

Back Set

• To change the scene mode, press [ ], and then select

Mode → Scene → a scene.

• For the Beauty Shot mode, see “Using the Beauty Shot

mode" on page 28.

• For the Frame Guide mode, see “Using the frame guide" on

page 29.

• For the Night mode, see “Using the Night mode” on page 29.

3

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

[Shutter] to focus.

4

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

4

Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

5

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

• If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode,

appears and the camera uses default settings.

• 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 condtions, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance

to the subject.

• Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the mode

depending on the subject's movement.

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Shooting modes

5

Select Shooting → Face Retouch → an option.

• Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of

imperfections.

Level 3

Back Move

6

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

[Shutter] to focus.

7

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro.

Using the Beauty Shot mode

Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Mode → Scene → Beauty Shot.

3

To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face

only), press [ ], and then go to Step 4. To hide

facial imperfections, press [ ], and then go to Step

5.

4

Select Shooting → Face Tone → an option.

• Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter.

Level 2

Back Move

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Shooting modes

Using the Night mode

Use the Night mode to take a photo with options preset for

shooting at night. Use a tripod to prevent your camera from

shaking.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Mode → Scene → Night.

3

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

[Shutter] to focus.

4

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode

In the Night mode, you can catch brief flashes of light as curved

streaks by extending the exposure. Use a slow shutter speed

to extend the time until the shutter closes. Increase the aperture

value to prevent overexposure.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Mode → Scene → Night.

3

Press [ ].

4

Select Shooting → Long Time Shutter.

Using the frame guide

When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can

compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame

guide helps the other person take a photo of you by showing part

of the pre-composed scene.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Mode → Scene → Frame Guide.

3

Align your subject in the frame, and then press [Shutter].

• Transparent guides appear on the left and right of the frame.

Cancel Frame: OK

4

Ask another person to take a photo.

• The person aligns the subject in the frame using the guides,

and then presses [Shutter] to take the photo.

5

To cancel the guides, press [ ].

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Shooting modes

Using the DIS mode

Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Digital

Image Stabilization functions.

Before correction After correction

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Mode → DIS.

3

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

[Shutter] to focus.

4

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

• The digital zoom does not work in this mode.

• If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry.

• The DIS function may not work in a place where the lighting is

brighter than that of a fluorescent lamp.

5

Select the aperture value or shutter speed.

Aperture value

Shutter speed

Aperture

Auto

Auto

Back Move

6

Select an option.

• If you select Auto, the camera adjusts the aperture value or

shutter speed automatically.

7

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

[Shutter] to focus.

8

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.

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Shooting modes

Recording a video

Record videos of up to 2 hours in length.

The recorded video is saved as an MJPEG file.

• Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If this

occurs, set a lower resolution. (p. 35)

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Mode → Movie.

3

Press [ ].

4

Select Movie → Frame Rate → a frame rate (the

number of frames per second).

• As the frame rate increases, action appears more natural, but

the file size also increases.

Using the Program mode

In the Program mode, you can set various options except

the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets

automatically.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Mode → Program.

3

Set options.

(For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options.”)

4

Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press

[Shutter] to focus.

5

Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

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Shooting modes

To pause recording

The camera allows you to pause a video temporarily while

recording. With this function, you can record several scenes as a

single video.

Press [ ] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume.

Stop Pause

5

Press [ ].

6

Select Movie → Voice → a sound option.

Option Description

On: Record a video with sound.

Off: Record a video without sound.

Zoom Mute: The camera stops recording sound

temporarily when you use the zoom.

7

Set other options as desired.

(For options, refer to “Shooting options.”)

8

Press [Shutter] to start recording.

9

Press [Shutter] again to stop recording.

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Recording voice memos

Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of

shooting conditions.

You will get the best sound quality when recording 10 inches (25 cm.) away from

the camera.

Adding a voice memo to a photo

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Voice → Memo.

3

Align your subject in the frame, and then take a photo.

4

Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).

• Begin recording the voice memo right after taking the photo.

• Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo before the

10 seconds are up.

Recording a voice memo

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Voice → Record.

3

Press [Shutter] to record.

• You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length.

• Press [ ] to pause or resume recording.

Stop Pause

4

Press [Shutter] to stop.

• Press [Shutter] again to record a new voice memo.

5

Press [ ] to switch to Shooting mode.

Selecting a resolution and quality

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Selecting a resolution

………………………… 35

Selecting image quality

……………………… 35

Using the timer

……………………………… 36

Shooting in the dark

……………………… 38

Preventing red-eye

…………………………… 38

Using the flash

……………………………… 38

Adjusting the ISO speed

…………………… 39

Changing the camera’s focus

…………… 40

Using macro

………………………………… 40

Using auto focus

…………………………… 40

Adjusting the focus area

……………………… 41

Using face detection

……………………… 42

Detecting faces

……………………………… 42

Taking a self-portrait shot

…………………… 43

Taking a smile shot

…………………………… 43

Detecting eye blinking

……………………… 44

Adjusting brightness and color

…………… 45

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)

……… 45

Compensating for backlighting (ACB)

……… 45

Changing the metering option

……………… 46

Selecting a light source (White balance)

…… 46

Using burst modes

………………………… 48

Improving your photos

…………………… 49

Applying photo styles

………………………… 49

Adjusting your photos

……………………… 50

Shooting options

Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.

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Selecting a resolution and quality

Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.

When recording a video:

1

In the mode, press [ ].

2

Select Movie → Movie Size → an option.

Option Description

640 X 480: For play back on a standard, analog TV.

320 X 240: To post on a web page.

Selecting image quality

The camera compresses and saves the photos you take in JPEG

format. Higher quality images result in larger file sizes.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Quality → an option.

Option Description

Super Fine

Fine

Normal

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

Selecting a 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 also

increases.

When taking a photo:

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Photo Size → an option.

Option Description

4000 X 3000: Print on A1 paper (22" x 34").

3984 X 2656: Print on A2 paper (17" x 22") in wide ratio

(3:2).

3968 X 2232: Print on A2 paper (17" x 22") in panorama

ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV.

3264 X 2448: Print on A3 paper (17" x 11").

2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper (8 1/2" x 11").

2048 X 1536: Print on A5 paper (5 3/4" x 8 1/2").

1024 X 768: Attach to email.

The paper sizes in inches are approximate.

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Using the timer

Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting.

3

Press [Shutter] to start the timer.

• The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera

automatically takes a photo at the specified time.

• Press [ ] to cancel the timer.

• Depending on the face detection option you have selected, the timer

function or some timer options may not be available.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

Off

2

Select an option.

Option Description

Off: The timer is not active.

10 Sec: Takes a photo in 10 seconds.

2 Sec: Takes a photo in 2 seconds.

Double: Takes a photo in 10 seconds, and then takes

another 2 seconds later.

Motion Timer: Detects your movement, and then takes

a photo. (p. 37)

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

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Using the timer

6

Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp

is blinking.

• The AF-assist light/timer lamp stops blinking just before the

camera automatically takes a photo.

The motion timer may not work when:

• you are more than 10 ft. (3 m) away from the camera

• your movements are too subtle

• there is too much light or backlight

Using the motion timer

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select .

3

Press [Shutter].

4

Stand within 10 ft. (3 m) of the camera within 6 seconds

after pressing [Shutter].

5

Make a motion, such as waving your arms, to activate

the timer.

• The AF-assist light/timer lamp starts to blink rapidly when the

camera detects you.

The detection range of

the motion timer

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Shooting in the dark

Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.

Using the flash

Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need

more light in your photos.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

Auto

2

Select an option.

Option Description

Off:

• The flash does not fire.

• The camera displays the camera shake warning ( )

when you are shooting in low light.

Auto: The camera selects a proper flash setting for the

scene it detects in the mode.

Preventing red-eye

If the flash fires when you take 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."

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Shooting in the dark

• Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select

Blink Detection.

• Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance

from the flash. (p. 87)

• If light from the flash is relected or there is a large amount of dust in

the air, tiny spots may appear in your photo.

Adjusting the ISO speed

The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as

defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your

camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better

photo without using the flash.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → ISO → an option.

• Select to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the

brightness of the subject and lighting.

• The higher ISO speed you select, the more image noise you may get.

• When you select Motion Capture, the camera sets the ISO speed

to Auto.

Option Description

Red-eye Fix:

• The flash fires twice when the subject or background

is dark. The subject should not move until the flash

fires a second time.

• The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced

software analysis.

Slow Sync:

• The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.

• Select this when you want to capture ambient light to

reveal more details in the background.

• Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.

Fill in:

• The flash always fires.

• The camera adjusts light intensity automatically.

Red-eye:

• The flash fires twice when the subject or background

is dark.

• The camera reduces red-eyes.

Auto: The flash fires automatically when the subject or

background is dark.

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

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Changing the camera’s focus

Learn how to adjust the camera's focus.

Using auto focus

To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to

your distance from the subject.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

Normal (AF)

2

Select an option.

Option Description

Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 32 in. (80 cm)

from the camera. Farther than 3 1/4 ft. (1 m) when using

the zoom.

Macro: Focus on a subject 2 to 32 in. (5 - 80 cm) from

the camera.

Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 2 in. (5 cm).

Farther than 3 1/4 ft. (1 m) when using the zoom.

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

Using macro

Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers

or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus.”

• Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.

• Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 32 in. (40 cm.)

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Changing the camera’s focus

Adjusting the focus area

You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus

area according to your subject’s location in the scene.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Focus Area → an option.

Option Description

Center AF: Focus on the center. Suitable when subjects

are located in the center.

Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas.

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

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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. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to

capture a smiling face.

Detecting faces

Your camera automatically detects human faces (up to 10 faces

in one scene).

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Normal.

• 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 subject, the quicker your camera detects

faces.

• In some scene modes, face detection is unavailable.

• 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 is backlit or the lighting condition is unstable

- the subject’s facial expression changes remarkably

• Face detection is not available when using a photo style or image

adjustment option.

• Face detection is not available when you are using the digital zoom.

• Depending on the face detection option you selected, the timer or

some timer options are not available.

• Depending on the face detection option you selected, some burst

options are not available..

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Using face detection

Taking a smile shot

The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a

smiling face.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Smile Shot.

• When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect

the smile more easily.

Taking a self-portrait shot

Take photos of yourself. The camera automatically sets the photo

distance to close-up and emits a beep when ready.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Self-Portrait.

3

When you hear a beep, press [Shutter].

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Using face detection

Detecting eye blinking

If your camera detects closed eyes, it automatically takes two

photos in succession.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Face Detection → Blink

Detection.

• Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen.

• When blink detection fails, the “Picture taken with eyes closed.”

message appears. Take another photo.

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Adjusting brightness and color

Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality.

Compensating 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. If this occurs, turn the Auto

Contrast Balance (ACB) option on.

Without ACB With ACB

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → ACB → an option.

Option Description

Off: ACB is off.

On: ACB is on.

• You cannot set burst options when this feature is on.

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, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → EV.

3

Select a value to adjust the exposure.

• Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will remain the same. 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 takes three photos, each with a

different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 48)

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Adjusting brightness and color

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 matches the lighting

conditions, such as Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten.

(Auto WB) (Daylight)

(Cloudy) (Tungsten)

Changing the metering option

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.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Metering → an option.

Option Description

Multi:

• Your camera divides the scene 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 scene, 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.

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Adjusting brightness and color

Defining your own white balance

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → White Balance → Custom Set.

3

Aim the lens at a piece of white paper.

4

Press [Shutter].

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → White Balance → an option.

Icon Description

Auto WB: Automatically sets the white balance based

on the lighting conditions.

Daylight: Select when taking outdoor photos on a

sunny day.

Cloudy: Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy

day or in shadows.

Fluorescent_H: Select when shooting under a daylight

fluorescent or three-way fluorescent light.

Fluorescent_L: Select when shooting under white

fluorescent light.

Tungsten: Select when taking indoor photos under

incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps.

Custom Set: Use white balance settings you defined.

(See procedure at right.)

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Using burst modes

It can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos.

In these cases, select one of the burst modes to take multiple pictures rapidly.

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

• You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select

Single.

• When you select Motion Capture, the resolution is set to VGA

and the ISO speed is set to Auto.

• Depending on the face detection option you selected, some

burst options are not available.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Drive → an option.

Option Description

Single: Take a single photo.

Continuous:

• While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes

photos continuously.

• The maximum number of photos depends on the

capacity of your memory card.

Motion Capture:

• While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes

VGA photos (5 photos per second; maximum of 30

photos).

AEB:

• Take 3 photos with different exposures: normal,

underexposed, and overexposed.

• Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.

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Improving your photos

Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colors, or by making some adjustments.

Defining your own RGB tone

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Photo Style Selector → Custom

RGB.

3

Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).

Back Move

4

Adjust the amount of the selected color.

(-: less or +: more)

Applying photo styles

Apply a different photo style to your photos, such as Soft, Vivid,

or Forest.

Soft Vivid Forest

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Photo Style Selector → an option.

• Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone.

• If you use this function, you cannot set face detection and image

adjustment options.

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Improving your photos

Saturation option Description

-Decrease the saturation.

+Increase the saturation.

• Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing).

• If you set an Image Adjust option, Photo Style Selector function is

not available.

Adjusting your photos

Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Shooting → Image Adjust.

3

Select an adjustment option.

• Contrast

• Sharpness

• Saturation

4

Select a value to adjust the selected item.

Contrast option Description

-Decrease the color and brightness.

+Increase the color and brightness.

Sharpness option 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.

Playing back

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Starting Playback mode

……………………… 52

Viewing photos

……………………………… 56

Playing a video

……………………………… 57

Playing voice memos

………………………… 58

Editing a photo

……………………………… 60

Resizing photos

……………………………… 60

Rotating a photo

…………………………… 60

Applying photo styles

………………………… 61

Correcting exposure problems

……………… 62

Creating a print order (DPOF)

………………… 63

Viewing files on a TV

……………………… 64

Transferring files to your Windows computer

… 65

Transferring files using Intelli-studio

………… 67

Transferring files by connecting the camera as

a removable disk

…………………………… 69

Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)

… 70

Transferring files to your Mac computer

… 71

Printing photos with a PictBridge photo

printer

……………………………………… 72

Playback/Editing

Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. You will also learn

how to connect your camera to your photo printer or TV.

Playback/Editing

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Playing back

Learn to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and manage files.

Display in Playback mode

Information

Icon Description

Photo includes a voice memo

Video file

Print order has been set (DPOF)

Protected file

Folder name – File name

Starting Playback mode

View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your

camera.

1

Press [ ].

• The most recent file you have taken or recorded is displayed.

• If the camera is off, it turn ons.

2

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files.

• Press and hold to scroll through files quickly.

• The camera will not properly play back files that are too large or those

taken with cameras from other manufacturers.

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Playing back

4

Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files.

• Press and hold to scroll through files quickly.

5

Press [ ] to return to the normal view.

Viewing files by category in Smart Album

View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or

week.

1

In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down.

2

Press [ ].

3

Select a category.

Type

Date

Color

Week

Back Set

Option Description

Type View files by file type.

Date View files by the date they were saved.

Color View files by the dominant color of the image.

Week View files by the weekday they were saved.

It may take some time for the camera to open Smart Album or to

change the category and recognize files.

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Playing back

Protecting files

Protect your files from accidental deletion.

1

In Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select File Options → Protect → Select.

3

To protect all files, select All → Lock.

4

To protect a single file, select the file you want to protect,

and then press [ ].

• Press [ ] again to cancel your selection.

Select Set

5

Repeat Step 4 to protect additional files individually.

6

Press [ ].

Viewing files as thumbnails

Scan thumbnails of files.

In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down to display 9

or 20 thumbnails (push [Zoom] up to return to the

previous mode).

Filter

To Do this

Scroll through files Press [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].

Delete files Press [ ], and then select Yes.

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Playing back

Deleting files

Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete protected

files.

To delete a single file,

1

In Playback mode, select a file, and then press [ ].

2

Select Yes to delete the file.

To delete multiple files,

1

In Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select Multiple Delete.

3

Select the files you want to delete, and then press [ ].

• Press [ ] again to cancel your selection.

4

Press [ ].

5

Select Yes.

To delete all files,

1

In Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select File Options → Delete → All → Yes.

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Playing back

Starting a slide show

You can apply effects and add audio to your slide show.

1

In Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select Multi Slide Show.

3

Select a slide show effect option.

• Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects.

Option Description

Images

Select the photos you want to view as a slide show.

• All: View all photos in a slide show.

• Date: View photos captured on a specific date in

a slide show.

• Select: View selected photos in a slide show.

Interval

• Set the interval between photos.

• This is available when you select Off in the Effect

option. See below.

Music Select a background audio.

Effect • Select a transition effect.

• Select Off for no effects.

Viewing photos

Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show.

Enlarging a photo

In Playback mode, push [Zoom] up to enlarge a

photo (push [Zoom] down to reduce a photo).

The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the

screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary depending on the

resolution.

Trim

To Do this

Move the enlarged area Press [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].

Trim the enlarged photo Press [ ]. The trimmed photo is saved

as a new file.

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Playing back

Playing a video

You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a

video.

1

In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ].

Pause

2

Use the following buttons to control playback.

Press To

[]Scan backward.

[ ] Pause or resume playback.

[ ] Scan forward.

[Zoom] up or down Adjust the volume level.

4

Set the slide show effect.

5

Select Start → Play.

• To loop the slide show, select Repeat.

• Press [ ] to pause or resume the slide show.

To stop the slide show and switch to Playback mode, press [ ], and then

[] or [ ].

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Playing back

Playing voice memos

Playing a voice memo

1

In Playback mode, select a voice memo, and then press

[].

2

Use the following buttons to control playback.

Press To

[]Scan backward.

[ ] Pause or resume playback.

[ ] Scan forward.

[ ] Stop playback.

[Zoom] up or down Adjust the volume level.

Trimming a video during playback

1

Press [ ] at the point where you want the new video

to begin, and then push [Zoom] up.

2

Press [ ] to resume playback.

3

Press [ ] at the point where you want the new video

to end, and then push [Zoom] up.

4

Select Yes.

• The original video must be at least 10 seconds long.

• The camera saves the edited video as a new file.

Capturing an image during playback

1

Press [ ] at the point where you want to save a still

image.

2

Press [ ].

A captured image has the same resolution as the original video file and is

saved as a new file.

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Playing back

Adding a voice memo to a photo

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select File Options → Voice memo → On.

3

Press [Shutter] to record a short voice memo

(10 seconds maximum).

• Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.

You cannot add a voice memo to protected files.

Playing a voice memo added to a photo

In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice

memo, and then press [ ].

•Press [ ] to pause or resume playback.

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Editing a photo

Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation.

The camera saves edited photos as new files.

Rotating a photo

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select Edit → Rotate → an option.

Back

Right 90˚

Move

Resizing photos

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select Edit → Resize → an option.

• Select to save the photo as a start image. (p. 75)

Back

2048 X 1536

Move

Available options differ depending on the size of the selected photo.

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Editing a photo

Defining your own RGB tone

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select Edit → Photo Style Selector → Custom RGB.

3

Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).

Back Move

4

Adjust the amount of the selected color.

(-: less or +: more)

Applying photo styles

Apply a different photo style to the photo, such as Soft, Vivid, or

Forest.

Soft Vivid Forest

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select Edit → Photo Style Selector → an option.

• Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone.

Back

Soft

Move

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Editing a photo

Correcting exposure problems

Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or

saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add

noise to the photo.

Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance)

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select Edit → Image Adjust → ACB.

Removing red-eye

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select Edit → Image Adjust → Red-eye Fix.

Hiding facial imperfections

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select Edit → Image Adjust → Face Retouch.

3

Select a level.

• As the number increases, the face becomes clearer.

Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select Edit → Image Adjust.

3

Select an adjustment option.

• : Brightness

• : Contrast

• : Saturation

4

Select a value to adjust the selected item.

(-: less or +: more)

Adding noise to the photo

1

In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press

[].

2

Select Edit → Image Adjust → Add Noise.

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Editing a photo

4

Press [ ].

5

Select File Options → DPOF → Size → an option.

Option Description

Select Specify the print size for the selected photo.

All Specify the print size for all photos.

Reset Reset to the default settings.

6

If you select Select, scroll to a photo, and then push

[Zoom] up or down to select the print size. Repeat for

the photos you want to print, and then press [ ].

• If you select All, press [ ] or [ ] to select the print size,

and then press [ ].

Printing photos as thumbnails

1

In Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select File Options → DPOF → Index → Yes.

If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF

1.1-compatible printers.

Creating a print order (DPOF)

Select photos to be printed and set options, such as the number

of copies or paper size.

• You can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF

(Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a

DPOF-compatible printer at home.

• Wide photos may print with the left and right edges cut off, so be

aware of the dimensions of your photos.

1

In Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select File Options → DPOF → Standard → an option.

Option Description

Select

Print the selected photos.

All

Print all photos.

Reset

Reset to the default settings.

3

If you select Select, scroll to a photo, and then push

[Zoom] up or down to select the number of copies.

Repeat for the photos you want to print, and then press

[].

• If you select All, press [ ] or [ ] to select the number of

copies, and then press [ ].

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Viewing files on a TV

Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable.

• On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not

appear.

• Images may not appear centered on the TV screen depending on

your TV settings.

• You can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected

to a TV.

1

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select Settings → Video Out.

3

Select a video signal output according to your country

or region.

4

Turn off your camera and TV.

5

Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable.

Video Audio

6

Turn on your TV, and then select the video output mode

using the TV remote control.

7

Turn on your camera, and then press [ ].

8

View photos or play videos using the buttons on your

camera.

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Transfer files by connecting your camera to your Windows PC.

• Intelli-studio may not perform correctly on some computers, even

when the computer meets the requirements.

• If your computer does not meet the requirements, videos may not

play correctly or it may take longer to edit videos.

• Install DirectX 9.0c or above before you use the program.

• Your computer must have Windows XP/Vista/7 or Mac OS 10.4 or

later for you to connect the camera to the computer as a removable

disk.

Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are not supported may void

your warranty.

Requirements for Intelli-studio

Item Requirements

CPU Intel Pentium 4, 3.0 GHz or higher/

AMD Athlon™ FX 2.2 GHz or higher

RAM Minimum 512 MB RAM

(1 GB and above recommended)

OS Windows XP SP2/Vista/7

Hard disk

capacity 250 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)

Others

• CD-ROM drive

• nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/ATI X1600 series

or higher

• 1024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible

monitor (1280 x 1024 pixels, 32-bit color display

recommended)

• USB port, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c or later

* The programs may not work properly on 64-bit Edition of Windows XP,

Vista and 7.

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Installing Intelli-studio

1

Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive.

2

When the setup screen appears, click Samsung Digital

Camera Installer to start installation.

3

Select the programs to install, and then follow the

onscreen instructions.

4

Click Exit to complete the installation, and then restart

your computer.

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Transferring files using Intelli-studio

1

Connect the camera to your computer with the USB

cable.

2

Turn on the camera.

• The computer recognizes the camera automatically.

If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear.

Select Computer.

3

Select a folder on your computer to save new files to.

• If your camera has no new files, the pop-up window for saving

new files will not appear.

4

Select Yes.

• New files are transferred to the computer.

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Using Intelli-studio

The Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files. You can also upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube. For details, select

Help → Help in the program.

• If you install Intelli-studio on your computer, the program launches more quickly. To install the program, select Tool

→

Install Intelli-studio on PC.

• You cannot edit files directly on the camera. Transfer files to a folder on your computer before editing.

• You cannot copy files in your computer to the camera.

• Intelli-studio supports the following formats:

- Videos: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9), AVI (MJPEG)

- Photos: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF

7

8

10

2 1 3 4 5

6

12

13

9

14

15

11

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

Transferring files by connecting the camera

as a removable disk

You can connect the camera to your computer as a removable

disk.

1

Connect the camera to your computer with the USB

cable.

Icon Description

1 Open menus

2 Display files in the selected folder

3 Change to the Photo edit mode

4 Change to the Video edit mode

5 Change to the Sharing mode (You can send files by email

or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube.)

6 Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list

7 Select a file type

8 View files of the selected folder on your computer

9 Show or hide files of the connected camera

10

View files of the selected folder on the camera

11

View files as thumbnails, in Smart Album, or on a map

12

Browse folders in the connected device

13

Browse folders in your computer

14

Move to the previous or next folder

15

Print files, view files on a map, store files in My Folder, or

register faces

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Transferring files to your Windows computer

2

Turn on the camera.

• The computer recognizes the camera automatically.

If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear.

Select Computer.

3

On your computer, select My Computer → Removable

Disk → DCIM → 100PHOTO.

4

Select the files you want and drag or save them to your

computer.

Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)

The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows Vista/7 is

similar.

1

If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until

it stops.

2

Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC

screen.

3

Click the pop-up message.

4

Remove the USB cable.

The camera may not be removed safely when Intelli-studio is running.

End the program before disconnecting the camera.

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Transferring files to your Mac computer

When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer recognizes the camera automatically.

You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs.

Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported.

2

Turn on the camera.

• The computer recognizes the camera automatically and

displays a removable disk icon.

If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear.

Select Computer.

3

Double-click the removable disk icon.

4

Transfer photos or videos to the computer.

1

Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the

USB cable.

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Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer

Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer.

Configuring print settings

Images

Size

Layout

Type

Quality

Exit Print

: One Photo

: Auto

: Auto

: Auto

: Auto

Option Description

Images: Select whether to print the current photo or all

photos.

Size: Specify the size of the print.

Layout: Create thumbnail prints.

Type: Select the type of paper.

Quality: Set the printing quality.

Date: Set to print the date.

File Name: Set to print the name of the file.

Reset: Reset the print options.

Some options are not supported by some printers.

1

In Shooting mode, press [ ].

2

Select Settings → USB.

3

Select Printer.

4

With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer

with the USB cable.

5

Turn on your camera.

• The printer recognizes the camera automatically.

6

Press [ ] or [ ] to select a photo.

• Press [ ] to set printing options.

See “Configuring print settings.”

7

Press [ ] to print.

• Printing starts. Press [ ] to cancel printing.

Camera settings menu

…………………… 74

Accessing the settings menu

………………… 74

Sound

………………………………………… 75

Display

……………………………………… 75

Settings

……………………………………… 76

Error messages

…………………………… 79

Camera maintenance

……………………… 80

Cleaning your camera

……………………… 80

About memory cards

………………………… 81

About the battery

…………………………… 82

Before contacting a service center

……… 84

Camera specifications

…………………… 87

FCC notice

………………………………… 91

Index

………………………………………… 92

Appendixes

Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and

maintenance tips.

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Camera settings menu

Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings.

3

Select an option and save your settings.

Volume

Start Sound

Shutter Sound

Beep Sound

AF Sound

Back Set

Off

Low

Medium

High

4

Press [ ] to return to the previous screen.

Accessing the settings menu

1

In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ].

2

Select a menu.

Mode

Shooting

Sound

Display

Settings

Exit Change

Volume

Start Sound

Shutter Sound

Beep Sound

AF Sound

Menu Description

Sound: Set various camera sounds and the volume.

(p. 75)

Display: Customize the display settings, such as start

image and brightness. (p. 75)

Settings: Change the settings for the camera system,

such as memory format, default file name, and USB

mode. (p. 76)

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Camera settings menu

Display

* Default

Item Description

Function

Description

Display a brief description of an option or menu.

(Off, On*)

Start Image

Set a start image to display when the camera turns

on.

• Off*: Display no start image.

• Logo: Display a default image stored in the internal

memory.

• User Image: Display the image you want. (p. 60)

• Only one user image will be saved in the

memory.

• If you select a new photo as a user image or

reset your camera, the current image will be

deleted.

Display

Brightness

Adjust the brightness of the screen.

(Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright)

Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have

selected Auto.

Quick View

Set the duration for reviewing a captured image before

returning to the Shooting mode.

(Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec)

Sound

* Default

Item Description

Volume Adjust the volume of any sound.

(Off, Low, Medium*, High)

Start Sound Select the sound the camera emits when you turn

it on. (Off*, 1, 2, 3)

Shutter Sound Select the sound the camera emits when you

press the shutter button. (Off, 1*, 2, 3)

Beep Sound Select the sound the camera emits when you

press buttons or switch modes. (Off, 1*, 2, 3)

AF Sound Select the sound the camera emits when you

half-press the shutter button. (Off, On*)

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Camera settings menu

Settings

* Default

Item Description

Format

Format the memory card. Format deletes all files,

including protected files. (Yes, No)

If you use a memory card used with cameras from

different manufacturers or a memory card reader, or

one formatted on a computer, your camera may read

the card incorrectly. Format the card before using it.

Reset

Reset menus and shooting options. Date and time,

language, and video output settings are not reset.

(Yes, No)

Language Select a language for the display text.

Time Zone Select a region and set the daylight-saving time (DST).

Date/Time

Set Set the date and time.

Date Type Select a date format.

(Off*, dd/mm/yyyy, mm/dd/yyyy, yyyy/mm/dd)

Item Description

Power Save

If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the

camera automatically switches to Power save mode

(press any button to deactivate the Power save

mode). (Off*, On)

If the Power save mode is deactivated, the main

display will dim to save battery life when you perform no

operations for about 30 seconds.

* Default

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Camera settings menu

Item Description

Imprint

Select whether to display the date and time on your

photos when printing. (Off*, Date, Date & Time)

• The date and time is displayed on the bottom-

right corner of the photo in yellow.

• Some printer models may not print the date

and time.

Auto Power

Off

Set the camera to turn off automatically when you are

not using it. (Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 min, 10 min)

• Your settings will not change after replacing

the battery.

• The camera will not automatically turn off when:

- it is connected to a computer or printer

- you are playing a slide show or videos

- you are recording a voice memo

AF Lamp Turn on an assistant light to help you focus in dark

places. (Off, On*)

Video Out

Set the video signal output according to your region.

• NTSC*: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan,

Mexico.

• PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria,

Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany,

England, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand,

Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand,

Norway.

Item Description

File No.

Specify how to name files.

• Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001

when inserting a new memory card, formatting a

memory card, or deleting all files.

• Series*: Set the file number to follow the previous

file number when inserting a new memory card,

formatting a memory card, or deleting all files.

• The default name of the first folder is 100PHOTO

and the default name of the first file is

SAM_0001.

• The file number increases one at a time from

SAM_0001 to SAM_9999.

• The folder number increases one at a time from

100PHOTO to 999PHOTO.

• The maximum number of files that can be stored

in one folder is 9999.

• The camera defines file names according to

the Digital rule for Camera File system (DCF)

standard. If you change the names of files

intentionally, the camera may not play back

the files.

* Default * Default

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Camera settings menu

* Default

Item Description

USB

Select the function to use when you connect the

camera to a computer or printer using a USB cable.

• Auto*: Set your camera to select a USB mode

automatically.

• Computer: Connect your camera to a computer

for transferring files.

• Printer: Connect your camera to a printer for

printing files.

Battery Type Set the optimal environment for the characteristics of

the selected batteries. (Alkaline*, Ni-MH)

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Error messages

When the following error messages appear, try these remedies.

Error message Suggested remedies

Card Error

• Turn off your camera, and then turn it on

again.

• Remove your memory card, and insert it

again.

• Format your memory card. (p. 76)

Card Locked

Unlock the memory card.

Card not

supported.

The inserted memory card is not compatible

with your camera. Insert an appropriate memory

card.

DCF Full Error

File names do not match the DCF standard.

Transfer the files on the memory card to your

computer, and then format the card. (p. 76)

File Error Delete the damaged file or contact a Samsung

service center.

Low Battery Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery.

Memory Full Delete unnecessary files or insert a new memory

card.

No Image File Take photos or insert a memory card that has

some photos.

Error message Suggested remedies

Insert Card You need a storage device for shooting.

Insert the memory card.

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Camera maintenance

Camera body

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.

• Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These

solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction.

• Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens

cover.

Cleaning your camera

Camera lens and display

Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens

gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning

liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper, and then wipe gently.

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Camera maintenance

Memory card capacity

The memory capacity may differ depending on the scenes you

shoot or the shooting conditions. These capacities are based on

a 1 GB SD card:

Size Super Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS

P

h

o

t

o

s

168 238 362 - -

195 267 407 - -

229 305 477 - -

244 326 515 - -

362 489 699 - -

543 674 752 - -

978 1,086 1,221 - -

*

V

i

d

e

o

s

---Approx.

13’ 35’’

Approx.

26’ 50’’

---Approx.

32’ 57’’

Approx.

65’ 16’’

* The recordable time may vary if you use the zoom.

Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total

recording time.

About memory cards

Memory cards you can use

You can use SD (Secure Digital) or SDHC (Secure Digital High

Capacity) memory cards.

Terminal

Label (front)

Write-protect switch

You can prevent files from being deleted by using the write-

protect switch on the SD or SDHC card. Slide the switch down to

lock or slide it up to unlock. Unlock the card when shooting.

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Camera maintenance

Notes about charging the battery

• If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted

correctly.

• Do not pull the power supply's cord to disconnect its plug from the

power outlet. This may cause a fire or electric shock.

• Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly.

Charge the battery until the indicator light turns green.

• If the indicator light blinks in orange or does not illuminate, reconnect

the cable, or remove the battery and insert it again.

• The camera battery cannot be charged at low temperatures (below

0 °C) or at high temperatures (above 40 °C).

• If you charge the battery when the cable is overheated or the

temperature is too high, the indicator light may turn orange. Charging

will start when the battery cools down.

About the battery

Be sure to use rechargeable battery for reuse. Available batteries

for this camera are listed below.

Battery specifications

Model SNB-2512

Type Ni-MH

Cell capacity 2500 mAh

Voltage 1.2V x 2

Charging time

(when the camera is switched off)

Approximately 300 Minutes

(Use for SBC-N2)

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Camera maintenance

• Do not disassemble or puncture the battery with any

sharp object.

• Avoid exposing the battery to high pressure or crushing

forces.

• Avoid exposing the battery to major impacts, such as

dropping it from high places.

• Do not expose the battery to temperatures of 60 °C

(140° F) or above.

• Do not allow the battery to come in contact with moisture

or liquids.

• Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight, fire, or any

other source of excessive heat.

• Do not charge the Alkaline batteries. To do so may result

in explosion or fire.

Disposal guidelines

• Dispose of the battery with care.

• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire.

• Disposal regulations may differ by country or region.

Dispose of the battery in accordance with all local and

federal regulations.

Guidelines for charging the battery

Charge the battery only by the method described in this

user manual. The battery can ignite or explode if not

charged properly.

Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is

handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety,

follow these instructions for proper battery handling:

• The battery can ignite or explode if not handled

properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other

abnormalities in the battery, immediately discontinue use

of the battery and contact your manufacturer.

• Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommend battery

chargers and adapters and charge the battery only by

the method described in this user manual.

• Do not place the battery near heating devices or expose

to excessively warm environments, such as the inside of

an enclosed car in the summertime.

• Do not place the battery in a microwave oven.

• Avoid storing or using the battery in hot, humid places,

such as spas or shower enclosures.

• Do not rest the device on flammable surfaces, such as

bedding, carpets, or electric blankets for a prolonged

period.

• When the device is switched on, do not leave it in any

confined space for a prolonged period.

• Do not allow battery terminals to come in contact with

metallic objects, such as necklaces, coins, keys, or

watches.

• Use battery with the correct specification for the camera.

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Before contacting a service center

If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted

the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center.

Situation Suggested remedies

Cannot take photos

• There is no space on the memory card.

Delete unnecessary files or insert a new

card.

• Format the memory card. (p. 76)

• The memory card is defective. Get a

new memory card.

• Make sure that the camera is switched

on.

• Charge the battery.

• Make sure that the battery is inserted

correctly.

The camera freezes Remove the battery and insert it again.

The flash does not work

• The flash option may be set to Off.

(p. 38)

• You cannot use the flash in the , ,

or some modes.

The flash fires

unexpectedly

The flash may fire due to static electricity.

This is not a malfunction.

The date and time are

incorrect

Set the date and time in the display settings

menu. (p. 76)

Situation Suggested remedies

Cannot turn on the

camera

• Make sure that the battery is inserted.

• Make sure that the battery is inserted

correctly.

• Charge the battery.

The power turns off

suddenly

• Charge the battery.

• Your camera may be in Power save

mode. (p. 76)

• The camera may turn off to prevent the

memory card from being damaged due

to an impact. Turn on your camera again.

The camera is losing

battery power quickly

• The battery may lose power more quickly

in low temperatures (below 0° C). Keep

the battery warm by putting it into your

pocket.

• Using the flash or recording videos

depletes the battery quickly. Recharge

if needed.

• Batteries are consumable parts that must

be replaced over time. Get a new battery

if the battery life is diminishing quickly.

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Before contacting a service center

Situation Suggested remedies

The photo is too bright

• Turn off the flash. (p. 38)

• Your photo is overexposed. Adjust the

exposure value. (p. 45)

The photo is too dark

Your photo is underexposed.

• Turn on the flash. (p. 38)

• Adjust the ISO speed. (p. 39)

• Adjust the exposure value. (p. 45)

The TV does not

display your photos

• Make sure that the camera is correctly

connected to the TV with the A/V cable.

• Make sure that your memory card

contains photos.

Your computer does

not recognize your

camera

• Make sure that the USB cable is

connected correctly.

• Make sure that your camera is switched

on.

• Make sure that you are using a

supported operating system. (p. 65, 71)

Your computer

disconnects the camera

while transferring files

The file transmission may be interrupted by

static electricity. Disconnect the USB cable

and connect it again.

Situation Suggested remedies

The display or buttons

do not work Remove the battery and insert it again.

The camera screen

works poorly

If you use your camera at low temperatures,

it can cause the camera screen to

malfunction or discolor.

For better performance of your camera

screen, use your camera at normal

temperatures.

The memory card has

an error

The memory card has not been reset.

Format the card. (p. 76)

Cannot play back files

If you change the name of a file, your

camera may not play the file. (Note: File

names should meet the DCF standard.) If

you encounter this situation, play back the

files on your computer.

The photo is blurry

• Make sure that the focus option you set

is suitable for close-up shots. (p. 40)

• Make sure that the lens is clean. If not,

clean the lens. (p. 80)

• Make sure that the subject is within

range of the flash. (p. 87)

The colors in the photo

do not match the actual

scene

An incorrect white balance can create

unrealistic color. Select the proper white

balance option to suit the light source.

(p. 46)

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Before contacting a service center

Situation Suggested remedies

Your computer cannot

play videos

• Depending on the video player programs

installed on your PC, video files captured

by your camera may not play. To ensure

the video files play on your computer,

install and use the Intelli-studio. (p. 65)

• Make sure that the USB cable is

connected correctly.

Intelli-studio is not

functioning properly

• End Intelli-studio and restart the program.

• You cannot use Intelli-studio on

Macintosh computers.

• Depending on your computer's

specification and environments, the

program may not launch automatically.

In this case, click Start → My Computer

→ Intelli-studio → iStudio.exe on your

computer.

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Camera specifications

Shutter speed

• Smart Auto: 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec.

• Program: 1 - 1/2,000 sec.

• Night: 8 - 1/2,000 sec.

• Fireworks: 2 sec.

Exposure

Control Program AE

Metering Multi, Spot, Center-weighted

Compensation ±2EV (1/3EV steps)

ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600

Flash

Mode Off, Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Red-eye Fix

Range • WIDE: 0.5 m - 3.0 m (ISO Auto)

• TELE: 0.7 m - 2.0 m (ISO Auto)

Recharging time Approx. 5 sec. (depending on battery condition)

Shake reduction

Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)

Image sensor

Type 1/2.3" (Approx. 7.81 mm) CCD

Effective pixels Approx. 12.21 mega-pixels

Total pixels Approx. 12.24 mega-pixels

Lens

Focal length Samsung 5X Zoom Lens f = 4.9 - 24.5 mm

(35 mm film equivalent: 27 - 135 mm)

F-stop range F3.5 (W) - F5.9 (T)

Digital zoom • Still image mode: 1.0X - 3.0X

• Play mode: 1.0X - 12.5X (depending on image size)

Display

Type TFT LCD

Feature 3.0" (7.6 cm), 230 K

Focusing

Type

TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Face Detection AF)

Range

Wide (W) Tele (T)

Normal 80 cm - infinity 100 cm - infinity

Macro 5 cm - 80 cm -

Auto Macro 5 cm - infinity 100 cm - infinity

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Camera specifications

Videos

• Format: MJPEG (Max recording time: 2 hours)

• Size: 640X480, 320X240

• Frame Rate: 30 FPS, 15 FPS

• Voice: Off, On (sound is muted when operating the

zoom function)

• Video editing (embedded): Pause during recording,

Still image capture, Time trimming

Playback

Type

Single image, Thumbnails, Multi slide show,

Movie clip, Smart Album

* Smart Album category: Type, Date, Color, Week

Edit Resize, Rotate, Photo Style Selector, Image Adjust

Effect

• Photo Style Selector: Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest,

Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB

• Image Adjust: ACB, Red-eye Fix, Face Retouch,

Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Add Noise

Voice recording

• Voice Recording (Max 10 hours)

• Voice Memo in a photo (Max. 10 sec.)

Storage

Media

External memory (Optional):

- SD card (up to 2 GB guaranteed)

- SDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed)

Effect

Shooting mode

• Photo Style Selector: Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest,

Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB

• Image Adjust: Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation

White Balance

Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten,

Custom Set

Date Imprinting

Date & Time, Date, Off

Shooting

Photos

• Modes: Smart Auto (White, Macro Color, Portrait,

Night Portrait, Backlight Portrait, Macro Portrait,

Backlight, Landscape, Action, Tripod, Night, Macro,

Macro Text, Blue Sky, Sunset, Natural Green),

Program, DIS, Scene (Beauty Shot, Frame Guide,

Night, Portrait, Children, Landscape, Close Up,

Text, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach

& Snow)

• Drive: Single, Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB

• Timer: 10 Sec, 2 Sec, Double, Motion Timer

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Camera specifications

Power source

Rechargeable

battery

SNB-2512B KIT (Optional)

(2xAA Ni-MH Battery & Charger)

The power source may differ depending on your region.

Dimensions (W x H x D)

96.0 × 61.5 × 23.4 mm (excluding protrusions)

Weight

141 g (without battery and memory card)

Operating temperature

0 - 40˚ C

Operating humidity

5 - 85 %

Software

Intelli-studio

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

File format

• Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1,

PictBridge 1.0

• Video: AVI (MJPEG)

• Audio: WAV

Image size

For 1GB SD

Super Fine Fine Normal

4000 X 3000 168 238 362

3984 X 2656 195 267 407

3968 X 2232 229 305 477

3264 X 2448 244 326 515

2592 X 1944 362 489 699

2048 X 1536 543 674 752

1024 X 768 978 1,086 1,221

These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard

conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions

and camera settings.

Interface

Digital output

connector USB 2.0

Audio output Mono (Internal speaker), Mono (Microphone)

Video output NTSC, PAL (selectable)

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Correct Disposal of This Product

(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

(Applicable in the European Union and other European

countries with separate collection systems)

This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that

the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB

cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the

end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment

or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate

these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to

promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users

should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product,

or their local government office, for details of where and how they can

take these items for environmentally safe recycling. Business users

should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the

purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should

not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

Correct disposal of batteries in this product

(Applicable in the European Union and other European

countries with separate battery return systems)

This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that

the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other

household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the

chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains

mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive

2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of, these substances

can cause harm to human health or the environment.

To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please

separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through

your local, free battery return system.

This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian

ICES-003.

PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics’

commitment to the sustainable development and

social responsibility through eco-driven business and

management activities.

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FCC notice

• NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference

will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does

cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which

can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user

is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of

the following measures:

- Reorientate, or relocate, the receiving antenna.

- Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for

help.

• CAUTION:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the

manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

• Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Model No. : Samsung ES30

Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Address : 85 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park,

NJ 07660

Telephone No. : 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)

this device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Facial brightness 28

Facial imperfections 28

Flash

Auto 39

Fill in 39

Off 38

Red-eye 39

Red-eye Fix 39

Slow Sync 39

Focus area

Center AF 41

Multi AF 41

Focus distance

Auto Macro 40

Macro 40

Normal (AF) 40

Format 76

Frame guide 29

Frame rate 31

Function button 14

Function description 75

Digital Image Stabilization 30

Digital zoom 22

Disconnecting the device 70

DIS mode 30

Display brightness 75

Display type 20

DPOF 63

E

Editing 60

Enlarging 56

Error messages 79

Exposure 45

F

Face detection

Blink Detection 44

Normal 42

Self-Portrait 43

Smile Shot 43

Battery Type 78

Beauty Shot mode 28

Blink detection 44

Burst

Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB)

48

Continuous 48

Motion capture 48

C

Camera shake 23

Capturing an image from a

video 58

Cleaning

Body 80

Display 80

Lens 80

D

Date/Time Set 76

Date Type 76

Deleting files 55

A

ACB

in Playback mode 62

in Shooting mode 45

Adjusting

Brightness 62

Contrast

in Playback mode 62

in Shooting mode 50

Saturation

in Playback mode 62

in Shooting mode 50

Sharpness 50

AF Lamp 77

AF Sound 75

Aperture 29

Auto Contrast Balance (ACB)

45

B

Battery

Charging 82

Specifications 82

Index

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R

Recording

Video 31

Voice memo 33

Red-eye

in Playback mode 62

in Shooting mode 38

Reset 76

Resizing 60

Resolution

Photo 35

Video 35

RGB tone

in Playback mode 61

in Shooting mode 49

Rotating 60

S

Scene mode 27

Self-Portrait 43

Service center 84

N

Navigation button 14

Night mode 29

P

Photo quality 35

Photo styles

in Playback mode 61

in Shooting mode 49

Playback button 16

Playback mode 52

Printing photos 72

Print order 63

Program mode 31

Protecting files 54

Q

Quick View 75

M

Macro 40

Maintenance 80

Memory card

Capacity 81

SD 81

SDHC 81

MENU button 14

Metering

Center-weighted 46

Multi 46

Spot 46

MJPEG (Motion JPEG) 88

Mode icons 17

Motion Timer 37

Movie mode 31

Muting

Camera 16

Video 32

H

Half-pressing 6

I

Icons 17

Image adjust

ACB 62

add noise 62

brightness 62

contrast 62

face retouch 62

red-eye fix 62

saturation 62

Imprint 77

Intelli-studio 68

ISO speed 39

L

Light source (White balance)

46

Long time shutter 29

Index

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V

Video

Playing 57

Recording 31

Video Out 77

Viewing files

as thumbnails 54

by category 53

on TV 64

Slide show 56

Voice memo

Playing 58

Recording 33

Volume 75

W

White Balance 46

Z

Zoom button 14

Zooming 22

Settings

Accessing 74

Camera 76

Display 75

Sound 75

Shooting mode

DIS 30

Movie 31

Program 31

Scene 27

Smart Auto 26

Shutter speed 29

Slide show 56

Smart Album 53

Smart Auto mode 26

Smile shot 43

Start image 60, 75

T

Timer 36

Transferring files

for Mac 71

for Windows 65

Index

Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our

website http://www.samsungimaging.com/ or http://www.samsung.com/

for after-sales service or inquiries.