Samsung ST77 manual

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    ST76/ST77/ST78/ST79 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly . Basic troubleshooting Quick refer ence Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index Click a topic[...]

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    1 Keep your camera away from small childr en and pets. Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well. Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures for an extended [...]

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    2 Caution —situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera. Use only authentic, manufacturer -recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Do not da[...]

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    3 Health and safety information Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Keep cards with magnetic strips away fr om the camera case. Informat[...]

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    4 Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • microSD™ and microSDHC™ are registered trademarks of the SD Association. • T rademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respecti[...]

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    5 Indicators used in this manual Shooting mode Indicator Smart Auto S Program p Live Panorama N Picture in Picture d Scene s Movie v Shooting mode icons These icons appear in the text when a function is available in a mode. See the example below . Note: The s mode may not support functions for all scenes. For example: Available in Program and Movie[...]

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    6 Pressing the shutter • Half-press [ Shutter ]: press the shutter halfway down • Press [ Shutter ]: press the shutter all the way down Half-press [ Shutter ] Press [ Shutter ] Subject, background, and composition • Subject : the main object in a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life • Backgr ound : the objects around the subject ?[...]

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    7 Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject’ s eyes appear red. Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reflect light from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix . (p. 52) • If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 86[...]

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    8 Quick refer ence Capturing photos of people • d mode f 38 • s mode > Beauty Shot f 41 • s mode > Intelligent Portrait f 42 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 52 • Face Detection f 58 • Self-Portrait f 59 Capturing photos at night or in the dark • s mode > Night, Sunset, Dawn f 39 • Flash options f 52 [...]

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    9 Contents Extended functions .......................................................... 32 Using the Smart Auto mode ........................................ 33 Using the Program mode ............................................ 35 Using the Live Panorama mode .................................. 36 Using the Picture-in-Pictur e mode ...............[...]

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    10 Contents Shooting options .............................................................. 48 Selecting a resolution and quality ............................... 49 Selecting a resolution .................................................. 49 Selecting an image quality ........................................... 50 Using the timer ..................[...]

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    1 1 Contents Playback/Editing ............................................................... 72 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode .............. 73 Starting Playback mode .............................................. 73 Viewing photos .......................................................... 79 Playing a video ...........................[...]

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    Unpacking ………………………………… 13 Camera layout ……………………………… 14 Inserting the battery and memory card … 17 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ………………………………… 18 Charging the battery ……………………… 18 T ur ning on your camera ………………… 18 Perfo[...]

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    Basic functions 13 Unpacking The following items are included in your product box. Camera AC adapter/ USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap Quick Start Guide Optional accessories Camera case A/V cable Battery charger Memory card/ Memory card adapter • The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product. • Y ou can purc[...]

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    Basic functions 14 USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’ s parts and their functions. Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and batter y T ripod mount Speaker Shutter button AF-assist light/Timer lamp Flash Lens Microphone POWER button[...]

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    Basic functions 15 Camera layout Status lamp • Blinking : When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer , when the image is out of focus, or there is a problem charging the battery • Steady : When the camera is connected to a computer , charging the battery , or when the image is in focus Zoom button • In Sho[...]

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    Basic functions 16 Camera layout Buttons Button Description Access options or menus. Select a shooting mode. Mode Description S Smart Auto : Capture a photo with a scene mode selected automatically by the camera. p Program : Capture a photo with settings you have set manually . N Live Panorama : Capture and combine a series of photos to create a pa[...]

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    Basic functions 17 Inserting the batter y and memor y card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memor y card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Memory card Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Rechargeable battery Battery lock Slide the lock up to release the batte[...]

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    Basic functions 18 Charging the battery and tur ning on your camera T ur ning 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 first time. (p. 19) T urning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ P ]. The camera turns on and immediately accesses Playback mode. If[...]

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    Basic functions 19 Performing the initial setup When you turn on your camera for the first time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps below to configure the camera’ s basic settings. 4 Press [ F / t ] to select a time zone, and then press [ o ]. • T o set daylight-savings time, press [ D ]. [GMT +00:00] 2012/01/01 12:00PM Back D[...]

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    Basic functions 20 Performing the initial setup 5 Press [ D / c ] to select Date/Time Set , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. Back Set Time Zone Date/Time Set Date T ype English London YYYY MM DD • The screen may differ depending on the language selected. 6 Press [ F / t ] to select an item. 7 Press [ D / c ] to set the date and time, and then press[...]

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    Basic functions 21 3 Shooting options (left) Icon Description Actively moving subject Shooting mode Aperture value and shutter speed Long time shutter EV (Exposure V alue) White balance Face tone Face retouch ISO sensitivity Smart filter Image adjust (constrast, sharpness, and saturation) Sound Alive on Burst option Image Stabilization (OIS/DIS) L[...]

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    Basic functions 22 Selecting options or menus T o select an option or a menu, press [ m ] or [ f ]. Going back to the previous menu Press [ m ] again to go back to the previous menu. Half-press [ Shutter ] to return to Shooting mode. Using [MENU] T o select options, press [ m ], and then press [ D / c / F / t ] or [ o ]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [[...]

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    Basic functions 23 Selecting options or menus 5 Press [ D / c ] to select White Balance , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection Exit Back 6 Press [ F / t ] to select a White Balance option. Back Move Daylight 7 Press [ o ] to save your settings. For example, to select a White Balance opti[...]

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    Basic functions 24 Selecting options or menus Using [Fn] Y ou can access shooting options by pressing [ f ], but some options are not available. For example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode: 1 In Shooting mode, press [ M ]. 2 Select p . 3 Press [ f ]. Photo Size Exit Move 4 Press [ D / c ] to scroll to . White Balance Exit Move 5 P[...]

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    Basic functions 25 Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display information and sound settings. Setting the sound T urn the sound your camera emits when you perform functions. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select O  Beep Sound . 3 Select an option. Option Description Off The camera does not emit any sounds[...]

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    Basic functions 26 Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. 4 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. • A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. 5 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e a photo. 6 Press [ P ] to view the captured photo. • T o delete the photo, pre[...]

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    Basic functions 27 Capturing photos Digital zoom The Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode and the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the Digital zoom. By using both the 5X Optical zoom and 5X Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 25 times. Optical range Digital r[...]

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    Basic functions 28 Capturing photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 10 times. Optical range Intelli range Zoom indicator Photo resol[...]

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    Basic functions 29 Capturing photos Reducing camera shake (OIS or DIS) Reduce camera shake optically or digitally in Shooting mode. Reduce camera shake with the Optical Image Stabilizer (ST77/ST79) or the Digital Image Stabilizer (ST76/ST78). S Before correction S After correction 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select a  OIS or DIS . 3 Selec[...]

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    Basic functions 30 Holding your camera correctly Ensure nothing is blocking the lens, flash, or microphone. Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [ Shutter ] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically . The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically . Focus frame • Press [ Shutter ] to[...]

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    Basic functions 31 Preventing your subject fr om being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: - there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) - the light source behind the subject is too bright - the subject is[...]

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    Using the Smart Auto mode ………………………… 33 Using the Program mode …………………………… 35 Using the Live Panorama mode …………………… 36 Using the Picture-in-Pictur e mode ………………… 38 Using the Scene mode ……………………………… 39 Using the Magic Frame mode ……………………?[...]

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    Extended functions 33 Using the Smart Auto mode In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it detects. The Smart Auto mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes. Icon Description Portraits with backlighting Portraits Close-up photos of obj[...]

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    Extended functions 34 Using the Smart Auto mode • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the S mode. • Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting. • The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the s[...]

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    Extended functions 35 Using the Program mode In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically . 1 In Shooting mode, press [ M ]. 2 Select p . 3 Set the desired options. • For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options". (p. 48) 4 Align your subject in the fram[...]

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    Extended functions 36 Using the Live Panorama mode In Live Panorama mode, you can capture a wide panoramic scene in a single photo. Capture and combine a series of photos to create a panoramic image. 5 With [ Shutter ] pressed, slowly move the camera in the direction that will let it captur e the rest of the panorama. • When the viewfinder is al[...]

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    Extended functions 37 Using the Live Panorama mode • For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the following: - moving the camera too quickly or too slowly - moving the camera too little to capture the next image - moving the camera at irregular speeds - shaking the camera - changing the camera direction while capturing a photo - sh[...]

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    Extended functions 38 Using the Picture-in-Picture mode In the PIP Shot mode, you can capture or select a full-sized background photo, and then insert a smaller photo into the foreground. 6 Press [ o ], and then press [ D / c / F / t ] to change the insertion size. 7 Press [ o ] to save the setting. 8 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus, and then pr es[...]

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    Extended functions 39 Using the Scene mode In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific scene. Option Description Landscape Capture still-life scenes and landscapes. T ext Clearly capture text from printed or electronic documents. Sunset Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking reds and yellows. Dawn Cap[...]

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    Extended functions 40 Using the Scene mode 6 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 7 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e the photo. In Magic Frame mode, the resolution is automatically set to . Using the Magic Frame mode In Magic Frame mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of[...]

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    Extended functions 41 Using the Scene mode Using the Beauty Shot mode In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ M ]. 2 Select s  Beauty Shot . 3 Press [ m ]. 4 Select a  Face T one . 5 Select an option. • For example, increase the face tone setting to make skin app[...]

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    Extended functions 42 Using the Scene mode Using the Intelligent Portrait mode In Intelligent Portrait mode, you can extract and save close-up portraits of an individual subject in a scene. Once the camera detects a face from the scene, it automatically enlarges it and crops the image around the face. The camera then saves the full scene and two cl[...]

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    Extended functions 43 Using the Scene mode Using the Funny Face mode In Funny Face mode, you can distort your subject’ s face with funny effects. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ M ]. 2 Select s  Funny Face . 3 Aim the camera at the subject's face. • The camera detects faces with the face detection function. 4 Press [ m ]. 5 Select a  Fun[...]

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    Extended functions 44 Using the Scene mode 6 Select an option. • If you select AUTO , the aperture value or shutter speed will be adjusted automatically . 7 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 8 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e the photo. • Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos. • When using the Night mode,[...]

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    Extended functions 45 Using the Movie mode In Movie mode, you can record HD videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as MJPEG files. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If your card does not, set a lower resolution. • Memory cards with slow writing speeds will not support high-resolutio[...]

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    Extended functions 46 Using the Movie mode 9 Set desired options. • For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options". (p. 48) 10 Press [ Shutter ] to start r ecording. 11 Press [ Shutter ] again to stop r ecording. Pause recor ding The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record s[...]

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    Extended functions 47 Using the Movie mode Using the Smart Scene Detection mode In Smart Scene Detection mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ M ]. 2 Select v . 3 Press [ m ]. 4 Select v  Smart Scene Detection  On . 5 Align your subject in the fr[...]

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    Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 49 Selecting a resolution …………………… 49 Selecting an image quality ………………… 50 Using the timer ……………………………… 51 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 52 Preventing r ed-eye ……………………… 52 Using the flash ………………?[...]

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    Shooting options 49 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Icon Description 1984 X 1488 : Print on A5 paper . 1920 X 1080 : Print on A5 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV . 1024 X 768 : Attach to an email. Setting the video resolution 1 In Video Shooting mode, press [ m [...]

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    Shooting options 50 Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting an image quality Set the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. Setting the photo quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select a  Quality . 3 [...]

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    Shooting options 51 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. Spdsv 3 Press [ Shutter ] to start the timer . • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo after the specified time has elapsed. • Press [ Shutter ] or [ t ] to cancel the timer . • Depending on the Face Detection opti[...]

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    Shooting options 52 Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Using the flash Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ F ]. Auto 2 Select an option. Icon Description Off : • The flash will not fire. • The camera will [...]

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    Shooting options 53 Shooting in the dark Icon Description Red-eye : • The flash will fire twice when the subject or background is dark to reduce the red-eye effect. • There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. Auto : The flash will fire automatically when the subject or backgr[...]

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    Shooting options 54 Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film’ s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. Use a higher ISO sensitivity to capture better[...]

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    Shooting options 55 Changing the camera’ s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’ s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using auto focus T o capture sharp photos, select the appropriate focus option according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ c ]. Normal (AF) Spsv Using macro Use macro to capture c[...]

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    Shooting options 56 Changing the camera’ s focus 3 Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [ o ]. • A focus frame appears on the subject and follows the subject as you move the camera. • The white frame means that your camera is tracking the subject. • When you half-press [ Shutter ], the green frame means that your subject i[...]

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    Shooting options 57 Changing the camera’ s focus Adjusting the focus area Y ou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select a  Focus Area . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Center AF : Focus on the center of the frame (suitabl[...]

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    Shooting options 58 Using Face Detection If you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically . Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. Y ou can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces a[...]

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    Shooting options 59 Using Face Detection Capturing a self portrait shot Capture photos of yourself. The camera sets the focus distance to close-up, and then emits a beep when ready . 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select a  Face Detection  Self-Portrait . 3 Compose your shot with the lens facing you. 4 When you hear a quick beep, press [ [...]

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    Shooting options 60 Using Face Detection Using Smart Face Recognition The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. The Smart Face Recognition feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces and on favorite faces. The Smart Face Recognition feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Shooting[...]

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    Shooting options 61 Using Face Detection Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) Y ou can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and exposure on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select a  Smart FR Edit  My Star . 3 Align your subject’ s face with t[...]

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    Shooting options 62 Using Face Detection Viewing your favorite faces 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select a  Smart FR Edit  Face List . • T o change the ranking of your favorite faces, press [ f ], and then select Edit Ranking . (p. 74) • T o delete a favorite face, press [ f ], and then select Delete . (p. 75) • Capture photos of [...]

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    Shooting options 63 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality . 3 Select a value to adjust the exposure. • The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases. • When you adjust the exposure value, the icon will appear as shown below . 4 Press [ o ] to save your settings. • Onc[...]

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    Shooting options 64 Adjusting brightness and color 3 Select an option. Icon Description Off : ACB is off. On : ACB is on. • The ACB feature is always on in Smart Auto mode. • The ACB feature is not available when you set Burst options or Smart Filter options. Compensating for backlighting (ACB) When the light source is behind your subject or th[...]

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    Shooting options 65 Adjusting brightness and color Icon Description Spot : • Y our camera measures only the light intensity at the very center of the frame. • If a subject is not in the center of the frame, your photo may be improperly exposed. • Suitable for a subject with backlighting. Center -weighted : • Y our camera averages the meter [...]

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    Shooting options 66 Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a White Balance setting The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a White Balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting conditions, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy , or T ungsten. Auto [...]

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    Shooting options 67 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own White Balance Y ou can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper , under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual s[...]

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    Shooting options 68 Using burst modes It can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. Also, it can be difficult to adjust the exposure correctly and select a proper light source. In these cases, select one of the burst modes. p Icon Description Motion Cap[...]

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    Shooting options 69 Applying effects/Adjusting images Available filters while capturing a photo Icon Description Normal : No effect Miniature : Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting : Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Half T one Dot : Apply a halftone [...]

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    Shooting options 70 Applying effects/Adjusting images Available filters while r ecording a video Icon Description Normal : No effect Palette Effect 1 : Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and strong color . Palette Effect 2 : Make scenes clean and clear . Palette Effect 3 : Apply a soft brown tone. Palette Effect 4 : Create a cold and monotone[...]

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    Shooting options 71 Applying effects/Adjusting images Adjusting images Adjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select a  Image Adjust . 3 Select an option. • Contrast • Sharpness • Saturation -2 -1 0 +1 +2 -2 -1 0 +1 +2 -2 -1 0 +1 +2 Image Adjust Contrast Sharpness Saturation Back Mo[...]

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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode …………………………… 73 Starting Playback mode ………………… 73 Viewing photos …………………………… 79 Playing a video …………………………… 81 Editing a photo ……………………………… 83 Resizing photos …………………………… 83 Rotating [...]

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    Playback/Editing 73 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos or videos and how to manage files. Photo file information Memory in use File Information Icon Description Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected file Photo includes a registered face (Available only when you use a memory card.) Folder name–File name [...]

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    Playback/Editing 74 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Ranking your favorite faces Y ou can rank your favorite faces. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select u  Face List Edit  Edit Ranking . 3 Select a face from the list, and then pr ess [ o ][...]

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    Playback/Editing 75 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files by category in Smart Album View files by category , such as date, face, or file type. 1 In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the left. 2 Press [ m ]. 3 Select a category . T ype Date Color Week Face Back Set Option Description T ype View files by the file type. Date Vi[...]

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    Playback/Editing 76 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files as thumbnails Scan thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the left to view thumbnails (3 at a time). Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left once or twice more to display more thumbnails (9 or 20 at a time). Rotate [ Zoom ] to the right to return to the previous vi[...]

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    Playback/Editing 77 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select u  Protect  Select . • T o protect all files, select All  Lock . 3 Scroll to the file you want to pr otect, and then press [ o ]. • Press [ o ] again to cancel your se[...]

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    Playback/Editing 78 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting all files Y ou can select all files, and then delete them at once. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select u  Delete  All . 3 When the pop-up message appears, select Ye s . • All unprotected files are deleted. Copying files to a memory card Copy files from the int[...]

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    Playback/Editing 79 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode T o Description Move the enlarged ar ea Press [ D / c / F / t ]. T rim the enlarged photo Press [ o ], and then select Ye s . (The trimmed photo will be saved as a new file. The original photo is retained in its original form.) When you view photos that were captured by another camera, [...]

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    Playback/Editing 80 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a slide show Apply effects and audio to a slide show of your photos. The slide show function does not work for videos. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select C . 3 Select a slide show effect option. • Skip to step 4 to start a slide show with no effects. * Default Option Des[...]

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    Playback/Editing 81 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode * Default Option Description Music Set background audio. Effect • Set a scene change effect between photos. ( Off *, Calm , Shine , Relax , Lively , Sweet ) • Select Off to cancel effects. • When you use the Effect option, the interval between photos will be set to 1 second. 4 Sele[...]

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    Playback/Editing 82 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Capturing an image from video 1 While viewing a video, press [ o ] at the point where you want to capture an image. 2 Press [ c ]. • The resolution of the captured image will be the same as the original video. • The captured image is saved as a new file.[...]

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    Playback/Editing 83 Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save edited photos as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution. • Y ou cannot edit the panoramic photos. Ro[...]

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    Playback/Editing 84 Editing a photo Creating a close-up portrait Extract the face of an individual subject from an existing photo. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select e  Intelligent Portrait . 3 Select Save to crop the photo ar ound the detected face. • 2 cropped portraits are saved with consecutive file names. [...]

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    Playback/Editing 85 Editing a photo Adjusting your photos Learn how to correct red-eye, adjust the skin tone, and adjust the brightness, contrast, or saturation. If the center of a photo is dark, you can adjust it to be brighter . The camera will save an edited photo as a new file, but may convert it to a lower resolution. Adjusting dark subjects [...]

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    Playback/Editing 86 Editing a photo Removing red-eye 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select e  Image Adjust  Red-eye Fix . 3 Press [ o ] to save your settings. Retouching faces 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select e  Image Adjust  Face Retouch . 3 Press [ o ]. 4 Press [ F / t ] t[...]

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    Playback/Editing 87 Editing a photo Adding noise to the photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select e  Image Adjust  Add Noise . 3 Press [ o ] to save your settings. Creating a print or der (DPOF) Select photos to print and save print options in the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF). This information is saved in t[...]

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    Playback/Editing 88 Editing a photo Printing photos as thumbnails Print photos as thumbnails to check all the photos at once. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select u  DPOF  Index . 3 When the pop-up message appears, select Ye s . • Y ou can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) or you can p[...]

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    Playback/Editing 89 Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 6 T urn on your TV , and then select the A/V video source with the TV remote contr ol. 7 T urn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when you connect it to a TV . 8 View photos or play videos u[...]

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    Playback/Editing 90 T ransferring files to your Windows computer T ransfer files to your W indows computer , edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them to the web. • The requirements are recommendation only . Intelli-studio may not work properly even when the computer meets the requirements, depending on the condition of your computer . •[...]

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    Playback/Editing 91 T ransferring files to your Windows computer 5 T urn on the camera. • When the Intelli-studio installation pop-up appears on the computer screen, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. • Once the Intelli-studio is installed on your computer , the computer recognizes the camera and launches the Intel[...]

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    Playback/Editing 92 T ransferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files. For details, select Help  Help from the program toolbar . • Y ou can update the firmware of your camera by selecting Web Support  Upgrade firmware for the connected device from the program toolbar [...]

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    Playback/Editing 93 T ransferring files to your Windows computer T ransferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select n  PC Software  Of f . 3 T urn off the camera. 4 Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cab[...]

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    Playback/Editing 94 T ransferring files to your Windows computer Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) With W indows Vista and W indows 7, the methods for disconnecting the camera are similar . 1 V erify that the status lamp is not blinking. • The status lamp blinks when transferring files. Wait until it stops. 2 Click on the tool bar at th[...]

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    Playback/Editing 95 T ransferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer , the computer will automatically recognize the device. Y ou can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 3 T urn on the camera. • The computer recogn[...]

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    Playback/Editing 96 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer . Configuring print settings Press [ m ] to configure print settings. Images Size Layout T ype Quality One Photo Auto Auto Auto Auto Exit Print Option Description Images Select whe[...]

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    Settings menu ………………………………………… 98 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 98 Sound ……………………………………………… 99 Display ……………………………………………… 99 Settings ……………………………………………… 100 Settings Refer to options t[...]

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    Settings 98 Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. 3 Select an item. Exit Back V olume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Medium Off 1 1 On 4 Select an option. Back Set V olume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Off Low Medium High 5 Press [ m ] to return to the previous scr een. Accessing the settings [...]

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    Settings 99 Settings menu Sound * Default Item Description V olume Set the volume of all sounds. ( Off , Low , Medium *, High ) Start Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you turn on your camera. ( Off *, 1 , 2 , 3 ) Shutter Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press the shutter button. ( Off , 1 *, 2 , 3 ) Beep Sound Set the sound th[...]

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    Settings 100 Settings menu * Default Item Description Display Brightness Adjust the brightness of the screen. ( Auto *, Dark , Normal , Bright ) Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto . Quick View Set whether or not to review a captured image before returning to the Shooting mode. ( Off , On *) Power Save If you perform no[...]

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    Settings 101 Settings menu * Default Item Description File No. Specify how to name files. • Reset : Set the file number to start from 0001 when you insert a new memory card, format a memory card, or delete all files. • Series *: Set the file number to resume from the previous file number when you insert a new memory card, format a memor y [...]

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    Settings 102 Settings menu * Default Item Description Video Out Set the video signal output for your region. • NTSC : USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, T aiwan, Mexico • PA L (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany , Italy , Kuwait, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway , Singapore, Sp[...]

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    Error messages ……………………………………… 104 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 105 Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 105 Using or storing the camera ………………………… 106 About memory cards ……………………………… 107 About the battery ………………?[...]

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    Appendixes 104 Error messages When the following error messages appear , try these remedies. Error message Suggested r emedies File Error Delete the damaged file or contact a service center . File system not supported. Y our camera does not support the F A T file structure of the inserted memory card. Format the memory card on the camera. Low Bat[...]

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    Appendixes 105 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dr y cloth. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction. • Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens cover . Cleaning your camera Camera lens and display Use a blower b[...]

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    Appendixes 106 Camera maintenance Storing for extended period of time • When you store the camera for an extended period, place it in a sealed container with an absorbent material, such as silica gel. • Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serio[...]

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    Appendixes 107 Camera maintenance • Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with sensitive skin. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor . • Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’ s compartments, slots, o[...]

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    Appendixes 108 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card: Photos Size Super Fine Fine Normal 106 210 308 122 238 349 142 280 412 168 328 477 325 617 873 531 970 1,358 873 1,455 1,909 1,608 2,546 3,055 Videos Size 30 FP[...]

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    Appendixes 109 Camera maintenance • Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or foreign substances. If dirty , wipe the memory card clean with a soft cloth before you insert the memory card before your camera. • Do not allow liquids, dirt, or foreign substances to come in contact with memory cards or the memor y card slot. D[...]

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    Appendixes 1 10 Camera maintenance Battery life Average shooting time/ Number of photos T est conditions (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approximately 120 min/ Approximately 240 photos The battery life was measured under the following conditions: in p mode, in darkness, resolution, Fine quality , OIS or DIS on. 1. Set the flash option t[...]

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    Appendixes 111 Camera maintenance Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory car ds from damage Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your battery and lead to temporar y or permanent battery damage and may cause a fire or electric s[...]

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    Appendixes 1 12 Camera maintenance • If you reconnect the power cable when the battery is fully charged, the status lamp turns on for approximately 30 minutes. • Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly . Charge the battery until the red status lamp turns off. • If the status lamp blinks in red, reconnect the cable, o[...]

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    Appendixes 1 13 Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or impr operly . 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 , immediatel[...]

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    Appendixes 1 14 Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a ser vice center . If you have attempted the suggested remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center . When you leave your camera at a service ce[...]

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    Appendixes 1 15 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The flash fires unexpectedly The flash may fire due to static electricity . The camera is not malfunctioning. The date and time are incorrect Set the date and time in the display settings. (p. 100) The display or buttons do not work Remove the battery , and then ins[...]

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    Appendixes 1 16 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The TV does not display your photos • Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the TV with the A/V cable. • Make sure that your memory card contains photos. Y our computer does not recognize your camera • Make sure that the USB cable is connected correc[...]

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    Appendixes 1 17 Camera specifications Focusing T ype TTL auto focus (Multi AF , Center AF , Face Detection AF , T racking AF , Smart Face Recognition AF) Range Wide (W) T ele (T) Normal (AF) 80 cm-infinity 250 cm-infinity Macro 5-80 cm 100-250 cm Auto Macro 5 cm-infinity 100 cm-infinity Shutter speed • Smart Auto: 8–1/2,000 sec. • Progra[...]

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    Appendixes 1 18 Camera specifications Flash Mode Off, Red-eye Fix, Slow Sync, Fill in, Red-eye, Auto Range • Wide: 0.3–4.2 m (ISO Auto) • T ele: 0.5–1.6 m (ISO Auto) Recharging time Approximately 5 sec. Shake reduction ST76/ST78 Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) ST77/ST79 Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Effect Photo Shooting mode • Sma[...]

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    Appendixes 1 19 Camera specifications Playback T ype Single image, Thumbnails, Multi Slide Show with Music and Effect, Movie clip, Smart Album* * Smart Album categor y: T ype, Date, Color , Week, Face Edit Resize, Rotate, Intelligent Portrait, Smart Filter , Image Adjust, T rim Effect • Image Adjust: ACB, Red-eye Fix, Face Retouch, Brightness, C[...]

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    Appendixes 120 Camera specifications Interface Digital output connector USB 2.0 Audio input/output Internal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Mono) Video output A/V: NTSC, P AL (selectable) DC power input connector 5.0 V Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery (BP70A, 700 mAh) Connector type Micro USB (5 pin) The power source may differ de[...]

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    Appendixes 121 Glossar y Composition Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually , abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition. DIS (Digital Image Stabilization) This feature compensates in real-time for shaking and vibrating while shooting. There can be a certain amount of image degradation compare to Optic[...]

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    Appendixes 122 Glossary Flash A speed light that helps to create adequate exposure in low-light conditions. Focal length The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point (in millimeters). Longer focal lengths result in narrower angles of view and the subject is magnified. Shorter focal lengths result in wider angles of view . Image sens[...]

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    Appendixes 123 Glossary Noise Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when photos are shot with a high sensitivity or when a sensitivity is automatically set in a dark place. OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) This feature compensates in real-time for shaking and vibrating [...]

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    Appendixes 124 Glossary Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter , and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor . A fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the [...]

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    Appendixes 125 Correct Disposal of This Pr oduct (W aste 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 n[...]

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    Appendixes 126 FCC notice • NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequen[...]

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    Appendixes 127 Index A AF-assist light Location 14 Settings 102 AF Lamp 102 AF Sound 99 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) Playback mode 85 Shooting mode 64 Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) 68 A/V port 14 B Battery Caution 111 Charging 18 Inserting 17 Beauty Shot mode 41 Blink Detection 60 Brightness Playback mode 86 Shooting mode 63 Burst modes Auto Exposure [...]

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    Appendixes 128 Index F Face Detection 58 Flash Auto 53 Fill in 53 Off 52 Red-eye 53 Red-eye Fix 53 Slow Sync 53 Focus Area Center AF 57 Multi AF 57 T racking AF 57 Formatting 100 Function button 16 Funny Face mode 43 H Half-press shutter 30 I Icons Playback mode 73 Shooting mode 21 Image Adjustment ACB 64 Add Noise 87 Brightness Playback mode 86 Sh[...]

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    Appendixes 129 Slide Show 80 Smart Album 75 Smart Auto mode 33 Smart Face Recognition 60 Smart Filter Playback mode 84 Shooting mode 69 Smart Scene Detection mode 47 Smile Shot 59 Sound settings 25 Start Image 99 Status Lamp 15 S Saturation Playback mode 86 Shooting mode 71 Scene mode 39 Self-Portrait 59 Service Center 114 Settings 100 Sharpness 71[...]

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    Appendixes 130 T Thumbnails 76 Timer Shooting mode 51 Timer lamp 14 Time settings 20 Time zone settings 19, 100 T ransferring files Mac 95 Windows 90 T ripod mount 14 U Unpacking 13 USB port 14 V Video Playback mode 81 Shooting mode 45 Video Out 102 Viewing files Panoramic photos 80 Slide show 80 Smart Album 75 Thumbnails 76 TV 89 W White Balance[...]

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    Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website, www .samsung.com, for after-sales service or inquiries.[...]