PL100 PL101 English

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Health and safety information

Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Warningsituations that could cause injury to yourself or others Cautionsituations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Notenotes, usage tips, or additional information
Prevent damage to subjects eyesight

Do not use the ash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. Using the ash too close to your subjects 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 re. 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.
Safety warnings
Do not use your camera near ammable or explosive gases and liquids
Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or ammable chemicals. Do not store or carry ammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its accessories.
Safety precautions
Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly 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. Do not allow your camera to get wetliquids can cause serious damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water damage to your camera can void your manufacturers warranty.
Health and safety information

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 cameras 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. Do not insert foreign objects into any of your cameras compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to improper use may not be covered by your warranty.
Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage

Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 C/32 F or above 40 C/104 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. 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. 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.
Health and safety information Use only Samsung-approved accessories

Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or void your warranty.
Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environments

When transferring 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.
Protect your cameras 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 ngerprints and scratches. Clean your lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.
Check that the camera is operating properly before use

The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of les or damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.
Important usage information
Allow only qualied personnel to service your camera

Do not allow unqualied personnel to service the camera or attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results from unqualied service is not covered by your warranty.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life

Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is nished, 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.
Organization of the user manual

Copyright information
Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation.
Basic functions
Learn about your cameras layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
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Extended functions
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo.
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Camera specications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. For Open Source License information, refer to the OpenSourceInfo.pdf in the provided CD-ROM.
Shooting options
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
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Playback/Editing
Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, or TV.
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Appendixes
Refer to settings, error messages, specications, and maintenance tips.
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Indications used in this manual

Shooting mode Smart Auto Auto Program DIS Beauty Shot Night Scene Movie Indication
Icons used in this manual

Icon Function
S a p d b N s v
* [ ] ( )
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 White Balance). Annotation
Shooting mode icons

These icons indicate that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The s mode may not support functions for all scenes. e.g.) Available in the Program, DIS, and Movie modes
Abbreviations used in this manual

Abbreviation Denition ACB AEB AF DIS DPOF EV WB
Auto Contrast Balance Auto Exposure Bracket Auto Focus Digital Image Stabilization Digital Print Order Format Exposure Value White Balance
Expressions used in this manual

Pressing the shutter
Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down
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.
Half-press [Shutter]
Press [Shutter]
Normal exposure
Overexposure (too bright)
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 Composition Subject
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 reection from the camera ash. Set the ash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 42) Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 65) If the photo has already been taken, select Dust particles oating in the air may be captured in photos when using the ash. Turn off the ash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place. Set ISO speed options. (p. 43) 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. 25) Use the d mode. (p. 32) As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difcult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake. Rotate the mode dial to N. (p. 30) Turn on the ash. (p. 42) Set ISO speed options. (p. 43) Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking. 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 in front of the sun. Select Backlight in the s mode. (p. 29) Set the ash option to Fill in. (p. 42) Adjust the exposure. (p. 49) Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 49) Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 50) Set the metering option to
Photos have dust spots.
Photos are blurred.
Photos are blurred when shooting at night.
Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting.
Quick reference
Taking photos of people
s mode > Portrait 29 b mode 31 Self-portrait mode 35 Children mode 36 Couple mode 36 Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) 42 Face Detection 47
Taking photos of text, insects, or owers

s mode > Close Up, Text 29 Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos) 44 White Balance (to change the color tone) 50
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)

ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 43 EV (to adjust exposure) 49 ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright backgrounds) 49 Metering 50 AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with different exposures) 52
Taking photos at night or in the dark

s mode > Sunset, Dawn, Fireworks 29 N mode 30 Flash options 42 ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 43
Applying a different effect Taking action photos

Continuous, Motion Capture 52 Photo styles (to apply tones) 53 Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or contrast) 54
Viewing les by category in Smart Album 57 Deleting all les on the memory card 59 Viewing les as a slide show 60 Viewing les on a TV 67 Connecting your camera to a computer 68 Adjusting sound and volume 78 Changing the display language 78 Adjusting the brightness of the display 78 Setting the date and time 79 Formatting the memory card 79 Troubleshooting 88
Reducing camera shake

d mode 32
Contents
Basic functions ...................................................................... 11
Unpacking ......................................................................... Camera layout ................................................................... Inserting the battery and memory card .............................. Charging the battery and turning your camera on ............. Charging the battery ............................................................ Turning on your camera ........................................................ Performing the initial setup ................................................ Learning icons ................................................................... Selecting options ............................................................... Setting the display and sound ........................................... Changing the display type .................................................... Setting the sound ................................................................ Taking photos .................................................................... Turning on the front display ................................................... Zooming ............................................................................. Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 12 13 15 16 16 16 17 18 19 21 21 21 22 23 23 25 Taking photos with the front display .................................. Using the Self-portrait mode ................................................. Using the Couple mode ....................................................... Using the Children mode .................................................... Recording a video with the front display ................................. Recording voice memos ................................................... Recording a voice memo ..................................................... Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 35 35 36 36 37 38 38 38
Shooting options ................................................................... 39

Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... Selecting a resolution ........................................................... Selecting image quality ........................................................ Using the timer .................................................................. Shooting in the dark .......................................................... Preventing red-eye .............................................................. Using the ash .................................................................... Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... Changing the cameras focus ............................................ Using macro ....................................................................... Using auto focus ................................................................. Using tracking auto focus ..................................................... Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... Using face detection ......................................................... Detecting faces ................................................................... Taking a smile shot .............................................................. Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 40 40 40 41 42 42 42 43 44 44 44 45 46 47 47 48 48
Extended functions .............................................................. 27

Shooting modes ................................................................ Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................. Using the Scene mode ........................................................ Using the frame guide .......................................................... Using the Night mode .......................................................... Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................ Using the DIS mode ............................................................ Using the Program mode ..................................................... Recording a video ............................................................... 28 28 29 30 30 31 32 33 33
Contents
Adjusting brightness and color .......................................... Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... Changing the metering option ............................................... Selecting a light source (White balance) ................................ Using burst modes ............................................................ Improving your photos ...................................................... Applying photo styles ........................................................... Adjusting your photos .......................................................... 49 49 49 50 50 52 53 53 54 Transferring les to your computer (for Windows) .............. Installing Intelli-studio ............................................................ Transferring les using Intelli-studio ........................................ Transferring les by connecting the camera as a removable disk .................................................................................... Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .......................... Transferring les to your computer (for Mac) ...................... Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ............... 68 68 71 72 73 74 75
Appendixes ............................................................................ 76 Playback/Editing ................................................................... 55

Playing back ...................................................................... Starting Playback mode ....................................................... Viewing photos ................................................................... Playing a video .................................................................... Playing voice memos ........................................................... Editing a photo .................................................................. Resizing photos .................................................................. Rotating a photo .................................................................. Applying photo styles ........................................................... Correcting exposure problems ............................................. Creating a print order (DPOF) ................................................ Viewing les on a TV ......................................................... 56 56 59 61 62 63 63 63 64 65 66 67 Camera settings menu ...................................................... Accessing the settings menu ................................................ Sound ................................................................................ Display ............................................................................... Settings .............................................................................. Error messages ................................................................. Camera maintenance ........................................................ Cleaning your camera .......................................................... About memory cards ........................................................... About the battery ................................................................. Before contacting a service center .................................... Camera specications ....................................................... Index ................................................................................. 77 77 78 78 79 82 83 83 84 85 88 91 96
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Basic functions
Learn about your cameras layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
Unpacking 12 Camera layout

13
Inserting the battery and memory card 15 Charging the battery and turning your camera on
16 Charging the battery 16 Turning on your camera 16
Performing the initial setup 17 Learning icons 18 Selecting options 19 Setting the display and sound 21 Changing the display type 21 Setting the sound 21 Taking photos 22 Turning on the front display 23 Zooming 23 Tips for getting a clearer photo 25
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Camera
AC adapter/USB cable
Rechargeable battery
Strap
Software CD-ROM (User manual included)
Quick Start Manual
The illustrations may differ from your actual items.
Optional accessories
Camera case
Memory card
A/V cable
Battery charger
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Camera layout
Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. POWER button Shutter button Front LCD button AF-assist light/timer lamp Flash Front display Lens Microphone
USB and A/V port

Accepts USB cable or A/V cable
Tripod mount
Battery chamber cover

Insert a memory card and battery
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Camera layout
Zoom button Status lamp
Blinking: When saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus Steady: When connecting to a computer or in focus Zoom in or out in Shooting mode. Zoom in on part of a photo or view les as thumbnails in Playback mode. Adjust volume in Playback mode.
Speaker
Main display
1 2
Mode dial
Icon Mode Smart Auto Auto Program DIS Beauty Shot Night Scene Movie Description
Take a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode as it detects Take a photo quickly and easily with minimal settings Take a photo by setting options Take a photo with options suitable for reducing camera shake Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections Take a photo with options for shooting at night
Button m
Description
Access options or menus
In Shooting mode D Change the display option While setting Move up Move down Move left Move right
S a p d b
Navigation
M F t
Change the macro option Change the ash option Change the timer option
o Playback
Conrm the highlighted option or menu Enter Playback mode Access options in Shooting mode Delete les in Playback mode
N
s v
Take a photo with options preset for a specic scene Record a video
Function Basic functions
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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 gently until the card disengages from the camera and then pull it out of the slot.
Memory card
Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up.
Battery lock
Push the lock up to release the battery.
Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up.
Battery
The internal memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the memory card is not inserted. Insert memory cards to save additional photos and videos.
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Charging the battery and turning your camera on

Charging the battery
Before using the camera for the rst time, you must charge the battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter and then plug the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera.
Turning on your camera

Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the rst time. (p. 17)
Turning on your camera in Playback mode

Press [P]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode immediately.
Indicator light Red: Charging Green: Fully charged
When you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [P] for about 5 seconds, the camera does not emit any camera sounds.
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Performing the initial setup

The initial setup screen appears to allow you to congure the camera's basic settings.
1 2
Press [POWER].
The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the rst time.
Press [F] or [t] to select a time zone and press [o].

To set the daylight-saving time, press [D].
Press [t] to select Language and press [t] or [o].
Back
DST
6 3 4
Press [D] or [M] to select a language and press [o]. Press [D] or [M] to select Time Zone (Time Zone) and press [t] or [o].
Press [D] or [M] to select Date & Time (Date & Time) and press [t] or [o]. Press [F] or [t] to select an item.
Language Date & Time Time Zone yyyy mm dd 2010 / 01 / 01 10:00 Off : English : 10/01/01 : London
Back
Set
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Basic functions
Press [D] or [M] to set the date and time or select a date format, and press [o].
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Learning icons
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set. A
Icon Description
Auto focus frame Camera shake
C. Icons on the left

Icon Description
Aperture and shutter speed Long time shutter Exposure value White balance
Zoom ratio Current date and time
B. Icons on the right

Icon Description
Photo resolution Video resolution Frame rate Photo quality Metering option Flash option Timer option Auto focus option Face detection Voice muted
Face tone Face retouch ISO speed Photo style Image adjustment (contrast, sharpness, saturation) Burst type
A. Information
Icon Description
Selected shooting mode Available number of photos Available recording time Internal memory Memory card inserted : Fully charged : Partially charged (Red) : Charging needed Voice memo
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Selecting options
You can select options by pressing [m] and using the navigation buttons ([D], [M], [F], [t]).
You can also access shooting options by pressing [f] but some options are not available.
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or menu.
To move left or right, press [F] or [t]. To move up or down, press [D] or [M].
Going back to the previous menu

Press [m] again to go back to the previous menu.
Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.
EV
Back
Move
Press [o] to conrm the highlighted option or menu.
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Selecting options
E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode
Rotate the mode dial to p.
Press [D] or [M] to scroll to White Balance and then press [t] or [o].
Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Face Detection Focus Area
Exit Back
Press [m].
Photo Size
Shooting Sound Display Settings

Exit
Quality EV ISO
Press [F] or [t] to scroll to a white balance option.
White Balance
Face Detection Focus Area
Change
Daylight
Press [D] or [M] to scroll to Shooting and then press [t] or [o].
Back
Move
Press [o].
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Setting the display and sound

Learn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences.
Changing the display type

Select a style of display for Shooting or Playback mode.
Setting the sound

Set whether your camera emits a specied sound when you operate your camera.
Press [D] repeatedly to change a display type.
1 2
In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Select Sound

Option Off 1/2/3
Beep Sound
an option.
Description
Show all photographic information.
The camera does not emit any sounds. The camera emits sounds.
Mode
Description
Shooting
Display all information about shooting Hide information about shooting, except the available number of photos (or available recording time) and the battery icon Display all information about the current photo Hide all information about the current le Display information about the current le, except the shooting settings and captured date
Playback
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Taking photos
Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.
Rotate the mode dial to a.
Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

A green frame means the subject in focus.
Align your subject in the frame.
Press [Shutter] to take a photo.

See page 25 for tips to get clearer photos.
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Taking photos
Turning on the front display

The front display will help you take a self-portraits or photos of children. You can also use the Couple mode with the front display. (p. 35)
Zooming
You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 3X optical zoom and 3X digital zoom. By using both, you can zoom in up to 9 times. Rotate [Zoom] right to zoom in on your subject. Rotate [Zoom] left to zoom out.
Press [Front LCD] to turn on the front display.
Zoom ratio Zoom out

When you set timer options, the front display will remain active. (p. 41) When you turn on the front display, the icons on the main display may not be shown and the main display may dim. When you use the camera in brightly lit or sunny areas, you may not be able to see the front display clearly.
Zoom in
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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. Optical range Zoom indicator
Digital range
The digital zoom is not available when using S, d, b, s (in some scenes), N, and v modes and when used with Face Detection. It may take longer to save a photo when using the digital zoom.
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Tips for getting a clearer photo

Holding your camera correctly
Make sure nothing is blocking the lens.
Reducing camera shake

Select the d mode to reduce camera shake digitally. (p. 32)
When H is displayed Half-pressing the shutter button
Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. Focus and exposure will be adjusted automatically.
Camera shake
The aperture value and shutter speed are automatically set. Focus frame Press [Shutter] to take the photo if displayed in green. Change the frame and half-press [Shutter] again if displayed in red.
When shooting in the dark, avoid setting the ash 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 ash option to Fill in. (p. 42) Set ISO speed options. (p. 43)
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Preventing your subject from being out of focus

It may be difcult to get your subject in focus when: - there is little contrast between the subject and background
(When your subject is wearing a color of clothing that is similar 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
When you take photos in low light Turn on the ash. (p. 42)
When subjects are moving fast Use the continuous or motion capture function. (p. 52)
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.
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Extended functions
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo.
Shooting modes 28
Using the Smart Auto mode Using the Scene mode Using the frame guide Using the Night mode Using the Beauty Shot mode Using the DIS mode Using the Program mode Recording a video 28 29 30 30 31 32 33 33 35 35 36 36 37
Taking photos with the front display Using the Self-portrait mode Using the Couple mode Using the Children mode Recording a video with the front display
Recording voice memos 38 Recording a voice memo 38 Adding a voice memo to a photo 38
Shooting modes
Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.
Using the Smart Auto mode

In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a defected type of scene. It will be helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.
Icon
Description
Appears when taking portraits at night. Appears when taking photos of landscapes with backlighting. Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.
1 2
Rotate the mode dial to S. Align your subject in the frame.

The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate mode icon will appear at the top left of the screen.
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 and subject are stable for a while. This is available only when you are shooting in the dark. Appears when taking photos of actively moving subjects.
Icon
Description
Appears when taking photos of landscapes. Appears when taking photos of bright white backgrounds. Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. This is available only when the ash is off.
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Shooting modes
3 4
Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, R will appear and the default settings will be used. Even if there is a face detected, 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 shooting environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the subject. Even if you use a tripod, the mode may not be detected depending on the subject's movement.
Using the Scene mode

Take a photo with options preset for a specic scene.
1 2
Rotate the mode dial to s. Select a scene.
Portrait
This mode is appropriate for taking pictures of faces.
To change the scene mode, press [m] and select Scene a scene. For the Frame Guide mode, see Using the frame guide" on page 30. For the Night mode, see Using the Night mode on page 30.
3 4
Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
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Shooting modes
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 will help the other person take a photo of you by showing the part of the pre-composed scene.
Using the Night mode

Use the Night mode to take a photo with options for shooting at night. Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.
1 2 3
Rotate the mode dial to s. Select Frame Guide. Align your subject in the frame and press [Shutter].
Transparent guides will appear on the left and right of the frame.
1 2 3
Rotate the mode dial to N. Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode

In the Night mode, you can catch brief ashes 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.
Cancel Frame: OK
4 5
Ask another person to take a photo.

The person must align the subject in the frame by using the guides, and then press [Shutter] to take the photo.
1 2 3
Rotate the mode dial to N. Press [m]. Select Shooting Long Time Shutter.
To cancel the guides, press [o].
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Shooting modes
Select the aperture value or shutter speed.

Aperture value Shutter speed Aperture
Using the Beauty Shot mode

Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.
1 2 3
Rotate the mode dial to b. To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), press [m]. Select Shooting Face Tone an option.
Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter.
Back
Move
5 6 7
Select an option.
If you select AUTO, the aperture value or shutter speed will be adjusted automatically.
Level 2
Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.
Back Move
To hide facial imperfections, press [m].
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Shooting modes
Select Shooting
Face Retouch
an option.
Using the DIS mode

Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Digital Image Stabilization functions.
Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of imperfections.
Level 3
Before correction
Back Move
After correction
6 7
The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro.
1 2 3
Rotate the mode dial to d. Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
The digital zoom will not work in this mode. If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry.
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Shooting modes
Using the Program mode

Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) in the Program mode.
Recording a video
Record videos of up to 2 hours in length. The recorded video is saved as an MJPEG le.
Some memory cards may not support high denition recording. In this case, set a lower resolution. (p. 40)
1 2 3 4
Rotate the mode dial to p. Set options. (For a list of options, refer to Shooting options.) Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
1 2 3
Rotate the mode dial to v. Press [m]. Select Movie Frame Rate a frame rate (the number of frames per second).
As the number of frames increases, action appears more natural, but the le size is increased.
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Shooting modes
4 5
Press [m]. Select Movie Voice a sound option.
To pause recording
The camera allows you to pause temporarily while recording a video. With this function, you can record your favorite scenes as a single video. Press [o] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume.
Option Description
On: Record a video with sound. (While you are zooming, sound recording will be interrupted.) Off: Record a video without sound.
6 7 8
Set other options as desired. (For options, refer to Shooting options.) Press [Shutter] to start recording. Press [Shutter] again to stop recording.
Stop Pause
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Taking photos with the front display

The front display will help take self-portraits or photos of children. You can also use the Couple mode with the front display.
When you press [Front LCD] repeatedly, the shooting mode changes from Self-portrait mode to Couple mode or to Children mode. When recording videos, you cannot use the Couple mode. In some shooting modes, the front display does not display a frame to indicate the detected face and the Self-portrait mode and the Couple mode are not available.
Using the Self-portrait mode

Take photos of yourself conveniently using the front display.
You can set the camera to automatically release the shutter when it detects a smiling face while taking a photo with the front display. (p. 80)
In Shooting mode, press [Front LCD] once.

Your camera will detect your face automatically and display a frame to indicate the detected face.
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Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
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Using the Couple mode

This mode detects two subjects leaning in toward each other and automatically captures images of posing couples.
Using the Children mode

In this mode, you can draw childrens attention to the camera by showing a short animation on the front display.
In Shooting mode, press [Front LCD] twice.
In Shooting mode, press [Front LCD] three times.

An animation will play.
The white frame means that the faces are recognized. The green frame means that the faces are in focus when you half-press [Shutter].
Lean in toward each other in the frame.

The camera will detect two faces of the subjects at the same distance from the camera. The camera may not detect the composition depending on the pose of couples.
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Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]. Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
You can download animations from the website. Visit www.samsung.com or www.samsungimaging.com for more information. You can add sounds to animations to draw children's attention. (p. 78) You can set the camera to automatically release the shutter when it detects a smiling face while using the Children mode. (p. 80)
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Recording a video with the front display

Recording a video in the Self-portrait mode
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Rotate the mode dial to v. Press [Front LCD] once. Press [Shutter] to start recording. Press [Shutter] again to stop recording.
Recording a video in the Children mode
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Rotate the mode dial to v. Press [Front LCD] twice. Press [Shutter] to start recording. Press [Shutter] again to stop recording.
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Recording voice memos
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Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions.
You will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera.
Recording a voice memo
Adding a voice memo to a photo
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting Voice Record.
Press [Shutter] to record.

You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length. Press [o] to pause or resume recording.
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting Voice Memo.
Align your subject in the frame and take a photo.

You will begin recording a voice memo right after taking the photo.
Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).

Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.
Stop
Pause
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Press [Shutter] to stop.

Press [Shutter] again to record a new voice memo.
Press [m] to switch to Shooting mode.
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Shooting options
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality 40

Selecting a resolution 40 Selecting image quality 40
Using the timer 41 Shooting in the dark Preventing red-eye Using the ash Adjusting the ISO speed Changing the cameras focus Using macro Using auto focus Using tracking auto focus Adjusting the focus area Using face detection Detecting faces Taking a smile shot Detecting eye blinking
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Adjusting brightness and color Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Compensating for backlighting (ACB) Changing the metering option Selecting a light source (White balance)
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Using burst modes 52 Improving your photos 53 Applying photo styles 53 Adjusting your photos 54
Selecting a resolution and quality

Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.
Selecting a resolution
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When recording a video:
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 le size will also increase. When taking a photo:
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In the v mode, press [m]. Select Movie Movie Size an option.
Option Description
640 X 480: Play back on a general TV. 320 X 240: Post on a web page.
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting

Option Description
Photo Size
an option.
4000 X 3000: Print on A1 paper. 3984 X 2656: Print on A2 paper in wide ratio (3:2). 3840 X 2160: Print on A2 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV. 3264 X 2448: Print on A3 paper. 2560 X 1920: Print on A4 paper. 2048 X 1536: Print on A5 paper. 1920 X 1080: Print on A5 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV. 1024 X 768: Attach to email.
Selecting image quality
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Photos you take are compressed and saved in JPEG format. Higher quality images will result in larger sizes.
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Option Description
Quality
an option.
Super Fine Fine Normal

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
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Using the timer

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Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting.
In Shooting mode, press [t].
Press [Shutter] to start the timer.

The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically take a photo at the specied time. The front display will start the countdown a few seconds before shooting.
Off
Select an option.
Option Description
Off: The timer is not active. 10 Sec: Take a photo in 10 seconds. 2 Sec: Take a photo in 2 seconds. Double: Take a photo in 10 seconds and take another in 2 seconds.
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. Press [t] to cancel the timer. Depending on the selected face detection option, the timer is not available or some timer options are not available.
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Shooting in the dark

Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.
Preventing red-eye
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Using the ash
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If the ash res when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. Refer to ash options in "Using the ash."
Use the ash when taking photos in the dark or when you need more light on your photos.
In Shooting mode, press [F].
Auto
Select an option.
Option Description
Off: The ash will not re. Camera shake warning ( shooting in low light.
) will be displayed when
Auto: The camera will select a proper ash setting for the detected scene in the S mode.
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Shooting in the dark
Option Description
Red-eye Fix*: The ash res when the subject or background is dark. The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software analysis. Slow Sync: The ash res 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 ash always res. Light intensity is adjusted automatically. Red-eye*: The ash res when the subject or background is dark. The camera reduces red-eyes. Auto: The ash res automatically when the subject or background is dark.
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. * There is an interval between two bursts of the ash. Do not move until the ash res a second time.
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 ash. (p. 91) If there is reected light or much dust in the air, tiny spots may appear on your photo.
Adjusting the ISO speed
The ISO speed is the measure of a lms sensitivity to light as dened 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 ash.
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. 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 Motion Capture is set, ISO speed will be set to Auto.
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Changing the cameras focus

Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.
Using macro
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Using auto focus
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Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as owers or insects. Refer to macro options in Using auto focus.
To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject.
In Shooting mode, press [M].
Normal (AF)
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Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos. Turn off the ash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm.
Select an option.
Option Description
Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 80 cm (farther than 1 m when using zoom). Macro: Focus on a subject 10-80 cm (50-80 cm when using zoom). Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 10 cm (farther than 50 cm when using zoom).
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Using tracking auto focus
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Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving.
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting Focus Area Tracking AF.
Focus on the subject you want to track and press [o].

A focus frame will appear on the subject and will follow the subject as you move the camera.
Tracking a subject may fail when: - the subject is too small or the subject moves excessively - the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place - colors or patterns on the subject and the background are the same - the camera shakes excessively In these cases, the focus frame will appear as a white single-line frame. If the camera fails to track the subject, you must reselect the subject to track. If the camera fails to x the focus, the focus frame will change to a red single-line frame. If you use this function, you cannot set face detection and photo style options.
Tracking AF
The white frame means that your camera is tracking the subject. The green frame means that your subject is in focus when you half-press [Shutter].
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Adjusting the focus area
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You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subjects location in the scene.
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Option Description
Focus Area
an option.
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. Tracking AF: Focus on and track the subject. (p. 45)
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Using face detection
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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.
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 in backlighting or the lighting condition is unstable - the subjects facial expression changes remarkably Face detection is not available when using a photo style or image adjustment option or when used with Tracking AF. Face detection is not available when using the digital zoom. Depending on the selected face detection option, the timer is not available or some timer options are not available. Depending on the selected face detection option, some burst options are not available.
Detecting faces
Your camera automatically detects human faces (up to 10 human faces).
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. 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 will detect faces.
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Using face detection
Taking a smile shot

The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.
Detecting eye blinking

If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take 2 photos in succession.
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting Face Detection Smile Shot.
When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily.
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting Face Detection Blink Detection.
Hold your camera still while Capturing is displayed on the screen. When blink detection fails, 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.
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) p d v

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.
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. In this case, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option.
Darker (-)
Neutral (0)
Brighter (+)
Without ACB
With ACB
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting EV.
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 photos with different exposures: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 52)
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Option Description
ACB
an option.
Off: ACB is off. On: ACB is on.
The ACB feature is always on in the a mode. You cannot set burst options when this feature is on.
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Changing the metering option
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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.
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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 an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten.
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Option Description
Metering
an option.
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.
(Auto WB)
(Daylight)
(Cloudy)
(Tungsten)
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Icon Description
Dening your own white balance
White Balance
an option.
Auto WB: Use automatic settings depending 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 uorescent or three-way uorescent light. Fluorescent_L: Select when shooting under white uorescent light. Tungsten: Select when taking indoor photos under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps. Measure: Shutter (Custom setting): Use your pre-dened settings.
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting White Balance Measure: Shutter. Aim the lens at a piece of white paper.
Press [Shutter].
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Using burst modes
It can be difcult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the burst modes.
Option Description
AEB: Take 3 photos with different exposures: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.
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Option Description
Drive
an option.
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 (6 photos per second; maximum of 30 photos). The camera automatically shows you the photos just taken and then saves them.
You can use the ash, timer, and ACB only when you select Single. When you select Motion Capture, the resolution will be set to VGA and the ISO speed will be set to Auto. Depending on the selected face detection option, some burst options are not available.
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Improving your photos

Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles, colors, or make some adjustments.
Applying photo styles
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Dening your own RGB tone
Apply a different photo style to your photos, such as Soft, Vivid, or Forest.
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting RGB. Photo Style Selector Custom
Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).
Soft
Vivid
Forest
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In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting Photo Style Selector an option.
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Select Custom RGB to dene your own RGB tone.

If you use this function, you cannot set the face detection and image adjustment options.
Adjust the amount of the selected color. (-: less or +: more)
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Improving your photos
Adjusting your photos
Saturation option +
Description
Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos.
Decrease the saturation. Increase the saturation.
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Contrast Sharpness Saturation
Image Adjust.
Select an adjustment option.
Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects. (suitable for printing) Depending on the selected image adjustment option, some photo styles are not available.
Select a value to adjust the selected item.

Contrast option + Sharpness option Description
Decrease the color and brightness. Increase the color and brightness.
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.
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Playback/Editing
Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, or TV.
Playing back Starting Playback mode Viewing photos Playing a video Playing voice memos Editing a photo Resizing photos Rotating a photo Applying photo styles Correcting exposure problems Creating a print order (DPOF)
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Transferring les to your computer (for Windows) 68

Installing Intelli-studio 68 Transferring les using Intelli-studio 71 Transferring les by connecting the camera as a removable disk 72 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) 73
Transferring les to your computer (for Mac) 74 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) 75
Viewing les on a TV 67
Playing back
Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing les.
Starting Playback mode

View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera.
Display in Playback mode
Press [P].
The most recent le you have taken or recorded will be displayed. If the camera is off, it will turn on.
Information
Press [F] or [t] to scroll through les.

Press and hold to scroll through les quickly.
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If you want to view les stored in the internal memory, remove your memory card. The camera will not properly play back les that are too large or those taken with cameras from other manufacturers.
Description
Photo includes a voice memo Video le Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected le Folder name File name
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Playing back
Viewing les by category in Smart Album
View and manage les by categories, such as date, le type, or week.
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Press [F] or [t] to scroll through les.

Press and hold to scroll through les quickly.
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Press [o] to return to the normal view.
In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left. Press [m]. Select a category.

Type Date Color Week
Back
Set
Option Type Date Color Week
Description
View les by the le type. View les by the date they were saved. View les by the dominant color of the image. View les 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 les.
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Playing back
Viewing les as thumbnails
Scan thumbnails of les. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left to display 9 or 20 thumbnails (rotate [Zoom] right to return to the previous mode).
Protecting les
Protect your les from accidental deletion.
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In Playback mode, press [m]. Select File Options Protect Select.

To protect all les, select All Lock.
Select the le you want to protect and press [o].

Press [o] again to cancel your selection.
Filter
To Scroll through les Delete les
Do this
Select
Set
Press [D], [M], [F], or [t]. Press [f] and select Yes.
Press [f].
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Playing back
Deleting les
Delete single les or all les at once. You cannot delete protected les. To delete a single le,
Copying les to the memory card

You can copy les from the internal memory to a memory card.
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In Playback mode, select a le and press [f]. Select Yes to delete the le.
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In Playback mode, press [m]. Select File Options Copy to Card.
Select Yes to copy les.
To delete multiple les,
Viewing photos
Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show.
In Playback mode, press [f]. Select Multiple Delete. Select les you want to delete and press [o].
Press [o] again to cancel your selection.
Enlarging a photo
Press [f]. Select Yes.
In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] right to enlarge a photo (rotate [Zoom] left to reduce a photo).
To delete all les,
In Playback mode, press [m]. Select File Options Delete All Yes.
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Playing back
The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary depending on the resolution.
Starting a slide show

You can apply effects and audio to your slide show.
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In Playback mode, press [m]. Select Multi Slide Show. Select a slide show effect option.
Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects.
Option Description
Trim
Images To Move the enlarged area Trim the enlarged photo Do this
Press [D], [M], [F], or [t]. Press [o] (it will be saved as a new le).
Interval Music Effect
Set the photos you want to view as a slide show. All: View all photos in a slide show. Date: View photos captured on a specic date in a slide show. Select: View selected photos in a slide show. Set the interval between photos. This is available when Off is selected in the effect option. Select a background audio. Select a transition effect. Select Off for no effects.
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Playing back
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Set the slide show effect. Select Start Play.

To loop the slide show, select Repeat. Press [o] to pause or resume the slide show.
To stop the slide show and switch to Playback mode, press [o] and then [F] or [t].
Playing a video
In Playback mode, select a video and press [o].
Pause
Use the following buttons to control playback.

Press [F] [o] [t] [Zoom] left or right To
Scan backward. Pause or resume playback. Scan forward. Adjust the volume level.
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Playing back
Capturing an image during playback Adding a voice memo to a photo
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Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still image. Press [M].
A captured image will have the same le size as the original video le and will be saved as a new le.
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select File Options Voice memo On.
Press [Shutter] to record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).

Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.
Playing a voice memo added to a photo
Playing voice memos

Playing a voice memo
In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice memo and press [o].
Press [o] to pause or resume playback.
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In Playback mode, select a voice memo and press [o]. Use the following buttons to control playback.
Press [F] [o] [t] [M] [Zoom] left or right To
Scan backward. Pause or resume playback. Scan forward. Stop playback. Adjust the volume level.
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Editing a photo
Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation.
Edited photos will be saved as new les.
Resizing photos
Rotating a photo
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit

Select
Resize
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Rotate an option.
to save the photo as a start image. (p. 78)

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Back Back Move
Move
Available options differ depending on the size of the selected photo.
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Editing a photo
Applying photo styles

Apply a different photo style to the photo, such as Soft, Vivid, or Forest.
Dening your own RGB tone
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Photo Style Selector Custom RGB.
Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).
Soft
Vivid
Forest
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Photo Style Selector an option.
Back Move
Select Custom RGB to dene your own RGB tone.
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Soft
Adjust the amount of the selected color. (-: less or +: more)
Back
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 brightness/contrast/saturation
Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance)
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Image Adjust.
Select an adjustment option.

: Brightness : Contrast : Saturation
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Image Adjust ACB.
Select a value to adjust the selected item. (-: less or +: more)
Removing red-eye
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Image Adjust Red-eye Fix.
Adding noise to the photo
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Image Adjust Add Noise.
Hiding facial imperfections
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In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Select a level.
As the number increases, the face becomes clearer.
Image Adjust
Face Retouch.
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Editing a photo
Creating a print order (DPOF)

Select photos to be printed and set options, such as number of copies or paper size.
The memory card can be taken 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. You cannot set the DPOF for the photos stored in the internal memory.
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Press [m]. Select File Options

Option Select All Reset Description
DPOF
Size
an option.
Specify the print size for the selected photo. Specify the print size for all photos. Reset your settings.
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In Playback mode, press [m]. Select File Options

Option
Select All Reset
If you select Select, scroll to a photo and rotate [Zoom] left or right to select the print size. Repeat for the photos you want and press [f].
If you select All, press [D] or [M] to select the print size and press [o].
DPOF
Standard
an option.
Description
Print the selected photos. Print all photos. Reset your settings.
Printing photos as thumbnails
If you select Select, scroll to a photo and rotate [Zoom] left or right to select the number of copies. Repeat for the photos you want and press [f].
If you select All, press [D] or [M] to select the number of copies and press [o].
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In Playback mode, press [m]. Select File Options DPOF Index Yes.
If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF 1.1-compatible printers.
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Viewing les on a TV
Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable.
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In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Select Settings Video Out.
Select a video signal output according to your country or region. Turn off your camera and TV. Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable.
Video Audio
On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not appear. Images may not appear centerd on the TV screen depending on your TV settings. You can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected to a TV.
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Turn on your TV and select the video output mode using the TV remote control. Turn on your camera and press [P]. View photos or play videos using the buttons on your camera.
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Transferring les to your computer (for Windows)

Transfer les to your computer using the Intelli-studio program. You can also edit les or upload les to your favorite websites.
Installing Intelli-studio
Requirements for Intelli-studio
Item CPU RAM OS Hard disk capacity Requirements
Intel Pentium 4, 3.0 GHz or higher/ AMD Athlon FX 2.2 GHz or higher Minimum 512 MB RAM (1 GB and above recommended) Windows XP SP2/Vista/7 250 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended) 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
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. You must use Windows XP/Vista/7 or Mac OS 10.4 or later to connect the camera as a removable disk.
Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are not supported may void your warranty.
Others
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Installing Intelli-studio
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Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. When the setup screen is displayed, click Samsung Digital Camera Installer to start installation.
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Select programs to install and follow the onscreen instructions. Click Exit to complete the installation and restart your computer.
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Using Intelli-studio
Intelli-studio is a program that allows you to play back and edit les. You can also upload les to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube. For details, select Help Help in the program.
You cannot edit les directly on the camera. Transfer les to a folder on your computer before editing. You cannot copy les in your computer to the camera. Intelli-studio supports the following formats: - Videos: MP4 (Video: MJPEG, Audio: WAV), WMV (WMV 7/8/9), AVI (MJPEG) - Photos: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF 1 2 3 4 5
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12
10
11
Playback/Editing
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Icon
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Description
Transferring les using Intelli-studio

Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable.
The battery will be charged while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable.
Open menus Display les in the selected folder Change to the Photo edit mode Change to the Video edit mode Change to the Sharing mode (You can send les by email or upload les to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube.) Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list Select a le type View les of the selected folder on your computer Show or hide les of the connected camera View les of the selected folder on the camera View les as thumbnails, in Smart Album, or on a map Browse folders in the connected device Browse folders in your computer Move to the previous or next folder Print les, view les on a map, store les in My Folder, or register faces
Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light ( ) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your les. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.
Playback/Editing
71
Turn on the camera.

The computer recognizes the camera automatically.
If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear. Select Computer.
Transferring les by connecting the camera as a removable disk

You can connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk.
3 4
Select a folder on your computer to save new les.

If your camera has no new les, the pop-up window for saving new les will not appear.
Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable.

Select Yes.
New les will be transferred to the computer.
For Windows Vista, select Run Installer.exe from the AutoPlay window.
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Turn on the camera.

The computer recognizes the camera automatically.
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)

The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows Vista/7 is similar.
1 2
If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until it stops. Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC screen.
3 4
On your computer, select My Computer Disk DCIM 100PHOTO.
Removable
Select the les you want and drag or save them to your computer.
3 4
Click the pop-up message. Remove the USB cable.

The camera may not be removed safely when Intelli-studio is running. End the program before disconnecting the camera.
Playback/Editing
73
Transferring les to your computer (for Mac)

When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will recognize the device automatically. You can transfer les directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs.
Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported.
Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable.

Turn on the camera.

The computer recognizes the camera automatically and a removable disk icon will be displayed.
3 4
Double-click the removable disk icon. Transfer photos or videos to the computer.
Playback/Editing
74
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge)

Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer.
With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable.
Conguring print settings

Images Size Layout Type Quality : One Photo : Auto : Auto : Auto : Auto
Print
Turn on your camera.

The printer recognizes the camera automatically.
If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear. Select Printer. If your printer has the mass storage feature, you must rst set the USB mode to Printer in the settings menu. (p. 80)
Exit
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 le. Reset: Reset the print options.
3 4
Press [F] or [t] to select a photo.

Press [m] to set printing options. See Conguring print settings.
Press [o] to print.

Printing starts. Press [F] to cancel printing.
Some options are not supported by some printers.
Playback/Editing
75
Appendixes
Refer to settings, error messages, specications, and maintenance tips.
Camera settings menu 77

Accessing the settings menu Sound Display Settings 77 78 78 79 83 83 84 85
Error messages 82 Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera About memory cards About the battery
Before contacting a service center 88 Camera specications 91 Index 96
Camera settings menu

Learn about various options to congure your camera's settings.
Accessing the settings menu
Select an option and save your settings.

Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Children Sound
Back
1 2
In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Select a menu.

Shooting Sound Display Settings
Exit
Off Low Medium High

:1
Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Children Sound
Change
Set
Press [m] to return to the previous screen.
Menu
Description
Sound: Set various camera sounds and volume. (p. 78) Display: Customize the display settings, such as language and brightness. (p. 78) Settings: Change the settings for the camera system, such as memory format, default le name, and USB mode. (p. 79)
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Sound
* Default
Display
* Default
Item Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Children Sound
Description
Item Language Function Description
Description
Adjust the volume of any sound. (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Select a sound to be emitted when turning on your camera. (Off*, 1, 2, 3) Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the shutter button. (Off, 1*, 2, 3) Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the buttons or switching modes. (Off, 1*, 2, 3) Set a sound to be emitted when half-pressing the shutter button. (Off, On*) Set a sound to be emitted in the Children mode. (Off, 1*, 2, 3)
Select a language for the display text.

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. 63)
Only one start image will be saved in the internal memory. If you select a new photo as a start image or reset your camera, the current image will be deleted. A wide image or image in 3:2 ratio cannot be set as a start image.
Display Brightness
Adjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright)

Normal is xed in Playback mode even if Auto is selected.
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* Default * Default
Item Quick View
Description
Item Reset
Description
Set the duration for reviewing a captured image before returning to Shooting mode. (Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec) 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.
Reset menus and shooting options (date and time, language, and video output settings will not be reset). (Yes, No) Set the date and time and select a date format. (Off*, dd/mm/yyyy, mm/dd/yyyy, yyyy/mm/dd)
Select a region and set the daylight-saving time (DST).
Date & Time Time Zone
Power Save
Settings
* Default
Specify how to name les. Reset: Set the le number to start from 0001 when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all les. Series*: Set the le number to follow the previous le number when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all les.
File No.
The default name of the rst folder is 100PHOTO and the default name of the rst le is SAM_0001. The le number increases one by one from SAM_0001 to SAM_9999. The folder number increases one by one from 100PHOTO to 999PHOTO. The maximum number of les that can be stored in one folder is 9999. The camera denes le names according to the Digital rule for Camera File system (DCF) standard. If you change the names of les intentionally, the camera may not play back the les.
Item
Description
Format the internal memory and the memory card (all les-including the protected les-will be deleted). (Yes, No)
Format
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.
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79

* Default * Default
Item
Description
Item AF Lamp
Description
Set whether to display the date and time on your photos when printing. (Off*, Date, Date & Time)
Imprint
The date and time will be displayed on the bottom-right corner of the photo in yellow. The date and time may not be printed on some printer models. If you select Text in the s mode, the date and time will not be displayed.
Set an assistant light to help you focus in dark places. (Off, On*) Set the function to use via a USB connection with a computer or printer. Auto*: Set your camera to select a USB mode automatically. Computer: Connect your camera to a computer for transferring les. Printer: Connect your camera to a printer for printing les. Set the camera to automatically release the shutter when it detects a smiling face while using the Selfportrait mode. (Off, On*) Set the camera to automatically release the shutter when it detects a smiling face while using the Children mode. (Off, On*)
USB
Set the camera to automatically turn off when you are not using it. (Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 min, 10 min)
Auto Power Off
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
Front Smile Shot Children Smile Shot
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.
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* Default
Item
Description
Set the camera to play the animation with sound through the front display when you turn it on (for shop display). (Off*, On)
Front Display Demo
In Demo mode, you cannot take photos or record videos. To switch to Shooting mode, press any button (except [POWER]). Demo mode is not available if you turn on the camera in Playback mode or when the camera is connected with another device.
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81
Error messages
When the following error messages appear, try these remedies.
Error message Card Error Suggested remedies
Turn off your camera and then turn it on again. Remove your memory card and insert it again. Format your memory card. (p. 79) Unlock the memory card.
Card Locked
Card not supported.
The inserted memory card is not available with your camera. Insert an appropriate memory card. File names do not match the DCF standard. Transfer the les on the memory card to your computer and format the card. (p. 79) Delete the damaged le or contact a service center. Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery. Delete unnecessary les or insert a new memory card. Take photos or insert a memory card that has some photos.
DCF Full Error
File Error Low Battery Memory Full No Image File
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Camera maintenance
Cleaning your camera
Camera lens and display
Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of cleaning paper and wipe gently.
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.
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83
Camera maintenance
About memory cards

Memory cards you can use
You can use SD (Secure Digital) or SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) memory cards. Terminal Write-protect switch Label (front)
Memory card capacity

The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB SD card:
Size Super Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS
147 167
P h o t o s
284 313 367 374 566 802 1,144 1,670 -
403 441 528 537 792 1,065 1,437 1,872 -
Approx. 7' 4" Approx. 26' 20"
Approx. 13' 52" Approx. 49' 16"
202 211 339 510 735 1,287
You can prevent les from being deleted by using a 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.
* V i d e o s
* The recordable time may vary if you use the zoom. Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time.
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84
Camera maintenance
About the battery

Use only Samsung-approved batteries.
Battery life
Shooting time / Number of photos Shooting conditions (when the battery is fully charged)
Battery specications
Mode Type Cell capacity Voltage Charging time (when the camera is switched off)
BP70A Lithium-ion battery 740 mAh 3.7 V Approx. 150 min

Photos
This is measured under the following conditions: in the a mode, 12M resolution, and Fine quality. 1. Set the ash option to Fill in, take a single shot, and zoom in or out. Approx. 120 min/ 2. Set the ash option to Off, take a Approx. 240 single shot, and zoom in or out. 3. Perform steps 1 and 2 for 30 seconds and repeat for 5 minutes. Then turn off the camera for 1 minute. 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3.
Videos
Approx. 90 min
Record videos at 640 x 480 resolution and 30 fps.
The gures above are measured by Samsungs standards and may differ depending on actual usage. Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time.
Appendixes
85
Camera maintenance
Notes about charging the battery
If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted correctly. Turn off your camera when charging. Turn on your camera after charging the battery for more than 10 minutes. Using the ash 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. 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.
Notes about charging with a computer connected

Use only the provided USB cable. The battery may not be charged when: - you use a USB hub - other USB devices are connected to your computer - you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your computer - the USB port of your computer does not support the power output standard (5 V, 500 mA)
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Camera maintenance
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 ammable surfaces, such as bedding, carpets, or electric blankets for a prolonged period. When the device is switched on, do not leave it in any conned 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 only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithiumion replacement batteries.
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. Disposal guidelines Dispose of the battery with care. Do not dispose of the battery in a re. 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.
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87
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 Cannot turn on the camera Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies
Make sure that the battery is inserted. Make sure that the battery is inserted correctly. Charge the battery. Charge the battery. Your camera may be in Power save mode. (p. 79) The camera may turn off to prevent the memory card from being damaged due to an impact. Turn on your camera again. 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 ash 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.
Cannot take photos
The power turns off suddenly
There is no space on the memory card. Delete unnecessary les or insert a new card. Format the memory card. (p. 79) 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. Remove the battery and insert it again. The ash option may be set to Off. (p. 42) You cannot use the ash in the d, v, or some s modes. The ash may re due to static electricity. This is not a malfunction of the camera. Set the date and time in the display settings menu. (p. 79)
The camera freezes
The camera is losing battery power quickly
The ash does not work
The ash res unexpectedly The date and time are incorrect
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Situation The display or buttons do not work
Suggested remedies
Situation The photo is too bright
Suggested remedies
Remove the battery and insert it again. If you use your camera at low temperatures, it will 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 not been reset. Format the card. (p. 79) If you change the name of a le, your camera may not play the le (the name of the le should meet the DCF standard). If you encounter this situation, play back les on your computer. Make sure that the focus option you set is suitable for close-up shots. (p. 44) Make sure that the lens is clean. If not, clean the lens. (p. 83) Make sure that the subject is within range of the ash. (p. 91) An incorrect white balance can create
Turn off the ash. (p. 42) Your photo is overexposed. Adjust the exposure value. (p. 49) Your photo is underexposed. Turn on the ash. (p. 42) Adjust the ISO speed. (p. 43) Adjust the exposure value. (p. 49) Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the external monitor with the A/V cable. Make sure that your memory card contains photos. 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.
The camera screen works poorly
The photo is too dark
The memory card has an error
The TV does not display your photos
Cannot play back les
Your computer does not recognize your camera
The photo is blurry
The le transmission may be interrupted by Your computer disconnects the camera static electricity. Disconnect the USB cable while transferring les and connect it again.
The colors in the photo unrealistic color. Select the proper white do not match the actual balance option to suit the light source. scene
(p. 50)
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Situation
Suggested remedies
Your camera cannot play videos
You can play videos only with the Intellistudio program. Install the program on your computer. (p. 70) Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly. End Intelli-studio and restart the program. You cannot use Intelli-studio on Macintosh computers. Depending on your computer's specication and environments, the program may not launch automatically. In this case, click Start All Programs Samsung Intelli-studio on your computer.
Intelli-studio is not functioning properly
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Camera specications
Image sensor Type Effective pixels Total pixels Lens Focal length F-stop range Digital zoom Display Type Feature Focusing Type TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Face Detection AF, Tracking AF)
Wide (W) Normal Tele (T) 1 m - innity 50 cm - 80 cm 50 cm - innity
Shutter speed 1/2.33" (Approx. 7.79 mm) CCD Approx. 12.2 mega-pixels Approx. 12.4 mega-pixels Auto: 1/8 - 1/1,500 sec. Program: 1 - 1/1,500 sec. Night: 8 - 1/1,500 sec. Fireworks: 2 sec. Exposure Samsung lens f = 6.3 - 18.9 mm (35 mm lm equivalent: 35 - 105 mm) F3.0 (W) - F5.6 (T) Compensation Still image mode: 1.0X - 3.0X Play mode: 1.0X - 12.5X (depending on image size) ISO equivalent Flash TFT LCD Main Display: 2.7" (6.9 cm) QVGA (230 K) Front Display: 1.5" (3.8 cm) 61 K TFT LCD Mode Range Recharging time Shake reduction Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) Off, Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Red-eye Fix WIDE: 0.4 m - 3.8 m (ISO Auto) TELE: 0.5 m - 2.0 m (ISO Auto) Approx. 4 sec. (depending on battery condition) 2EV (1/3EV steps) Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 Control Metering Program AE Multi, Spot, Center-weighted, Face Detection AE
Range
80 cm - innity 10 cm - 80 cm 10 cm - innity
Macro Auto Macro
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Camera specications
Effect Shooting mode White Balance Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Custom Set Date Imprinting Date & Time, Date, Off Type Shooting 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), Auto, Program, DIS, Beauty Shot, Night, Scene (Frame Guide, Portrait, Landscape, Close Up, Text, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach & Snow) Drive: Single, Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB Timer: 10 Sec, 2 Sec, Double Edit Playback Photo Style Selector: Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest, Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB Image Adjust: Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation
Videos
Format: MJPEG (Max recording time: 2 hours) Size: 640 X 480 (30 FPS, 15 FPS), 320 X 240 (30 FPS, 15 FPS) 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
Single image, Thumbnails, Multi slide show, Movie clip, Smart Album * Smart Album category: Type, Date, Color, Week Resize, Rotate, Photo Style Selector, Image Adjust 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
Effect
Photos
Voice recording Voice Recording (Max 10 hours) Voice Memo in a photo (Max. 10 sec.)
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Camera specications
Storage Internal memory: Approx. 5 MB External memory (Optional): - SD card (up to 4 GB guaranteed) - SDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed)
Internal memory capacity may not match these specications.
Interface Digital output connector Audio output Video output DC power input connector Power source Rechargeable battery
Normal 403 441 528 537 792 1,065 1,437 1,872
USB 2.0 Mono (Internal speaker), Mono (Microphone) NTSC, PAL (selectable) SCC-AV20 20 pin, 4.2 V
Media
File format
Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1, PictBridge 1.0 Video: MJPEG Audio: WAV For 1GB SD
Super Fine 4000 X 3000 3984 X 2656 3840 X 2160 3264 X 2448 147 167 202 211 339 510 735 1,287 Fine 284 313 367 374 566 802 1,144 1,670
Lithium-ion battery (BP70A, 740 mAh)
The power source may differ depending on your region.
Image size
2560 X 1920 2048 X 1536 1920 X 1080 1024 X 768
These gures are measured under Samsungs standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.
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Camera specications
Dimensions (W x H x D) 95.7 x 56 x 20.3 mm Weight 111 g (without battery and memory card) Operating temperature 0 - 40 C Operating humidity 5 - 85 % Software Intelli-studio
Specications are subject to change without prior notice.
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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 ofce, 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.
Samsung Eco-mark It is Samsungs own symbol mark is used to effectively communicate Samsungs environmental friendly product activities to the consumers. The mark represents Samsungs continuous effort on development of environmental conscious products.
This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Index
A
ACB
in Playback mode 65 in Shooting mode 49
B
Battery
Charging 86 Life 85 Specications 85
Cleaning
Body 83 Display 83 Lens 83
E
Editing 63 Enlarging 59 Error messages 82 Exposure 49
Adjusting
Brightness 65 Contrast
Couple mode 36
Beauty Shot mode 31 Blink detection 48 Burst

Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) 52 Continous 52 Motion capture 52
D
Date and time 79 Deleting les 59 Demo mode 81 Digital Image Stabilization 32 Digital zoom 24
F
Face detection
Blink Detection 48 Normal 47 Smile Shot 48
Saturation
Sharpness 54
AF Lamp 80 AF Sound 78 Aperture 30 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) 49 Auto mode 22
Facial brightness 31 Facial imperfections 31 Flash

Auto 43 Fill in 43 Off 42 Red-eye 43 Red-eye Fix 43 Slow Sync 43
C
Camera shake 25 Capturing an image from a video 62 Children mode
Photo 36 Video 37
Disconnecting the device 73 DIS mode 32 Display brightness 78 Display type 21 DPOF 66
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Camera specications
Focus area
Center AF 46 Multi AF 46 Tracking AF 46
H
Half-pressing 6
L
Light source (White balance) 50 Long time shutter 30
Muting
Camera 16 Video 34
Focus distance
Auto Macro 44 Macro 44 Normal (AF) 44
I
Icons 18 Image adjust
ACB 65 add noise 65 brightness 65 contrast 65 face retouch 65 red-eye x 65 saturation 65
N M
Macro 44 Maintenance 83 Memory card
Capacity 84 SD 84 SDHC 84
Navigation button 14 Night mode 30
Format 79 Frame guide 30 Frame rate 33 Front display

Camera layout 13 Demo mode 81 Shooting mode 35 Turning on 23
P
Photo quality 40 Photo styles
Imprint 80 Intelli-studio 70 ISO speed 43
MENU button 14 Metering

Center-weighted 50 Multi 50 Spot 50
Playback button 16 Playback mode 56 Printing photos 75 Print order 66 Program mode 33 Protecting les 58
Function button 14 Function description 78
Mode dial 14 Movie mode 33
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Camera specications
Q
Quick View 79
S
Scene mode 29 Self-portrait mode
Photo 35 Video 37
Slide show 60 Smart Album 57 Smile shot 48 Start image 78
Viewing les
as thumbnails 58 by category 57 on TV 67 Slide show 60
R
Recording
Video 33 Voice memo 38
Voice memo
Service cener 88 Settings

Accessing 77 Camera 79 Display 78 Sound 78
T
Timer 41 Tracking focus 45 Transferring les
for Mac 74 for Windows 68
Playing 62 Recording 38
Red-eye
Volume 78
W
White Balance 50
Reset 79 Resizing 63 Resolution

Photo 40 Video 40
Shooting mode
Auto 22 Beauty Shot 31 DIS 32 Movie 33 Night 30 Program 33 Scene 29 Smart Auto 28
V
Video
Playing 61 Recording 33
Z
Zoom button 14 Zooming 23
RGB tone
Video Out 80
Rotating 63
Shutter speed 30
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Health and safety information

Prevent damage to subjects eyesight

Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care

Health and safety information

Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage

Health and safety information Use only Samsung-approved accessories

Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environments

Protect your cameras lens

Check that the camera is operating properly before use

Important usage information

Allow only qualied personnel to service your camera

Ensure maximum battery and charger life

Organization of the user manual

Indications used in this manual

Icons used in this manual

Shooting mode icons

Abbreviations used in this manual

Expressions used in this manual

Overexposure (too bright)

Subject, background, and composition

Background Composition Subject

Photos have dust spots.

Photos are blurred.

Photos are blurred when shooting at night.

Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting.

Taking photos of text, insects, or owers

Adjusting the exposure (brightness)

Taking photos at night or in the dark

Applying a different effect Taking action photos

Reducing camera shake

Shooting options ................................................................... 39

Extended functions .............................................................. 27

Appendixes ............................................................................ 76 Playback/Editing ................................................................... 55

Unpacking 12 Camera layout

Software CD-ROM (User manual included)

Quick Start Manual

The illustrations may differ from your actual items.

USB and A/V port

Battery chamber cover

Function Basic functions

Inserting the battery and memory card

Removing the battery and memory card

Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up.

Push the lock up to release the battery.

Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up.

Charging the battery and turning your camera on

Turning on your camera

Turning on your camera in Playback mode

Indicator light Red: Charging Green: Fully charged

Performing the initial setup

Press [F] or [t] to select a time zone and press [o].

Press [t] to select Language and press [t] or [o].

C. Icons on the left

Zoom ratio Current date and time

B. Icons on the right

Going back to the previous menu

Press [o] to conrm the highlighted option or menu.

Rotate the mode dial to p.

Shooting Sound Display Settings

Press [F] or [t] to scroll to a white balance option.

Setting the display and sound

Changing the display type