Samsung WB50F - Manuals

6 Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions [ ] Camera buttons. For example, [ Shutter ] represents the shutter button. ( ) Page number of related information → The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select F...

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 R...

8 Quick reference Capturing photos of people • Smart mode > Beauty Face  42 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)  52 • Face Detection/Self-Portrait  58 • Smile Shot/Blink Detection  59 Capturing photos at night or in the dark • Smart mode > Silhouette, Sunset, Night, Firew...

9 Contents Basic functions ............................................................................................................... 13 Unpacking ................................................................................................................... 14 Camera layout ..................

10 Contents Shooting options .......................................................................................................... 48 Selecting a resolution and quality ..................................................................... 49 Selecting a resolution .................................

11 Contents Playback/Editing ........................................................................................................... 69 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ................................................. 70 Starting Playback mode .............................................

12 Contents Settings ........................................................................................................................... 105 Settings menu ......................................................................................................... 106 Accessing the settings menu...

Basic functions 14 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 item...

Basic functions 15 Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. Tripod mount USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery Speaker Attaching the strap Flash NFC tag Launch an NFC feature b...

Camera layout Basic functions 17 Using the DIRECT LINK button You can turn on the Wi-Fi feature conveniently with [ ]. Press [ ] to activate the Wi-Fi function that you have designated. Press [ ] again to return to the previous mode. Setting a DIRECT LINK button option You can select a Wi-Fi functio...

Basic functions 18 Inserting the battery and memory card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Rechargeable battery Battery lock Slide the lock to the right to release the battery. Memory card Push the card gently until it d...

Basic functions 19 Charging the battery and turning on your camera Turning on your camera Press [ ] to turn your camera on or off. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 20) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ ]. The camera turns on and imm...

Basic functions 20 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. The language is preset for the country or region where the camera is sold. You can change the language a...

Performing the initial setup Basic functions 21 6 Press [ ] to select Date Type , and then press [ ] or [ ]. 7 Press [ / ] to select a date type, and then press [ ]. 8 Press [ ] to select Time Type , and then press [ ] or [ ]. 9 Press [ / ] to select a time type, and then press [ ]. 10 Press [ ] to ...

Basic functions 22 Learning icons The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. If you change a shooting option, the corresponding icon will blink briefly in yellow. 3 Shooting information Icon Description Current dateCurrent timeAvailabl...

Basic functions 23 Using the Home screen You can select a shooting mode or access the settings menu by selecting the icons on the Home screen. No. Description 1 Current Home screen • Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left or right to switch to another Home screen. • Press [ ] to scroll to the Home screen name,...

Using the Home screen Basic functions 24 <Wi-Fi> Icon Description MobileLink : Send photos or videos to a smart phone. (p. 95) Remote Viewfinder : Use a smart phone as a remote shutter release and see a preview of an image from your camera on your smart phone. (p. 96) Email : Send photos or vi...

Using the Home screen Basic functions 25 <Magic> Icon Description Live Panorama : Capture and combine a series of photos to create a panoramic image. (p. 44) Photo Filter : Capture a photo with various filter effects. (p. 45) Movie Filter : Record a video with various filter effects. (p. 46) P...

Using the Home screen Basic functions 26 5 Scroll to the desired wallpaper, and then press [ ]. • If you select a photo you have captured, you can set a specified area as wallpaper. Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left or right to reduce or enlarge the area. Press [ / / / ] to move the area. 6 Press [ ] to s...

Basic functions 27 Selecting options or menus To select an option or a menu, press [ ], and then press [ / / / ] or [ ]. Going back to the previous menu Press [ ] to go back to the previous menu. Half-press [ Shutter ] to return to Shooting mode. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Scroll t...

Selecting options or menus Basic functions 28 For example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode: 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic> . 2 Select . 3 Press [ ]. Exit Select AutoShare EV White Balance ISO Flash Focus 4 Press [ / ] to select White Balance , and then press [ ] or [ ...

Basic functions 29 Setting the display type You can select a display type for the Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays different shooting or playback information. See the table below. Press [ ] repeatedly to change the display type. Mode Display type Shooting • Hide all information about sh...

Setting the display and sound Basic functions 30 Setting the sound Turn the sound your camera emits when you perform functions on or off. 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic> . 2 Select . 3 Select Sounds → Beep Sound . 4 Select an option. Option Description Off The camera does not emit any ...

Basic functions 31 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic> . 2 Select . 3 Align your subject in the frame. 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 capture a photo. 6 Press [ ] to v...

Capturing photos Basic functions 32 Zooming You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Zoom out Zoom in Zoom ratio When you rotate the zoom button, the zoom ratio shown on the screen may change inconsistently. Digital zoom Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you zoo...

Capturing photos Basic functions 33 Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom ratio if you use Intelli zoom. By using both Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 24 times. Zoom indicator ...

Capturing photos Basic functions 34 Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode.  Before correction  After correction 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select OIS . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Off : OIS is deactivated. On : OIS is activated. • OIS may not fun...

Basic functions 35 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 auto...

Basic functions 36 Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: - there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) - the light source b...

Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode. Using Basic modes ……………………………… 38 Using the Smart Auto mode …………………… 38 Using the Program mode ……………………… 39 Using the Smart Movie mode ………………… 40 Using the Movie mode ………………………… 41 Using the Smart mode …………………………...

Extended functions 38 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. 1 On the Home screen, scrol...

Using Basic modes Extended functions 39 Icon Description Camera is stabilized or on a tripod (when shooting in the dark)* Actively moving subjects* * This icon appears next to the scene icon. 4 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 5 Press [ Shutter ] to capture the photo. • If the camera does not recogn...

Using Basic modes Extended functions 40 Using the Smart Movie mode In Smart Movie mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic> . 2 Select . 3 Align your subject in the frame. • The camera aut...

Using Basic modes Extended functions 41 Using the Movie mode In Movie mode, you can customize settings to record HD videos (1280x720) of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as MP4 (H.264) files. • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by th...

Using Basic modes Extended functions 42 Pause recording The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. OK : Pause : Continuous AF Off • Press [ ] to pause while recording. • Press [ ] to resume. Using the Smar...

Using Basic modes Extended functions 43 Option Description Beauty Face Capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. Landscape Capture still-life scenes and landscapes. Macro Capture small or close-up subjects. Action Freeze Capture subjects moving at high speed. Silhouette Capture s...

Extended functions 44 Using Magic modes Capture a photo or record a video by selecting appropriate modes for various scenes or effects. 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 pan...

Using Magic modes Extended functions 45 • 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 - shooting in dark plac...

Using Magic modes Extended functions 46 3 Select an effect. Option Description 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. Cross Filter Add lines that radiate outwar...

Using Magic modes Extended functions 47 4 Press [ Shutter ] to start recording. 5 Press [ Shutter ] again to stop recording. • If you select Miniature , playback speed will increase. • If you select Miniature , you cannot record sound in the video. • Depending on the option you select, the recording...

Shooting options 49 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Setting the video resolution 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Movie Size . 3 Select an option. Icon Description 1280 X 720 : HD files to play back on an HDTV. 640 X 480 : SD f...

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

Shooting options 51 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Exit Set Off10 sec2 secDouble Timer 2 Select an option. Icon Description Off : The timer is not active. 10 sec : Capture a photo after a 10-second delay. 2 sec : Capture a photo after a 2...

Shooting options 52 Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Setting a flash option Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Exit Set OffAutoRed-eyeFill inSlow SyncRed-eye...

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

Shooting in the dark Shooting options 54 Using soft flash When taking a portrait with the flash in the dark indoor environment, a shadow may be cast upon the subject. In this case, you can take photos by raising the flash to reflex the light off the ceiling or wall, not pointing directly at the subj...

Shooting options 55 Using macro Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. (Refer to "Using auto focus".) • Try to hold the camera firmly to prevent blurry photos. • Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 15.7 in. (40 cm). Using auto...

Changing the camera’s focus Shooting options 56 Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Focus Area . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Center AF : Focus on...

Changing the camera’s focus Shooting options 57 Using tracking auto focus Tracking AF allows you to track and automatically focus on your subject, even when you are moving. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Focus Area → Tracking AF . 3 Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [ ]...

Shooting options 58 Detecting faces Your camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in one scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Face Detection → Normal . The face nearest the camera or nearest the center of the scene appears in a white focus frame and the rest of the faces appear in...

Using Face Detection Shooting options 59 Capturing a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Face Detection → Smile Shot . 3 Compose your shot. • The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a s...

Using Face Detection Shooting options 60 Tips for detecting faces • When your camera detects a face, it tracks the detected face automatically. • Face Detection may not be effective when: - the subject is far from the camera - it is too bright or too dark - the subject is not facing the camera - the...

Shooting options 61 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. 3 Press [ / ] to adjust the exposure. • The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases. Cancel Set EV : 0 4 Press [ ] to save your settings. • Once you adjust the exp...

Adjusting brightness and color Shooting options 62 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)...

Adjusting brightness and color Shooting options 63 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 ...

Adjusting brightness and color Shooting options 64 Defining your own White Balance You can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper, under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help you to m...

Shooting options 65 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 o...

Shooting options 66 Adjusting images Adjust the sharpness, contrast, or saturation of your photos. 4 Press [ / ] to adjust each value. Sharpness Description – Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for editing the photos on your computer). + Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity of your photos...

Shooting options 67 Reducing the sound of the zoom When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom. In this case, use the Zoom Mute function. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Voice . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Zoom Mute : The camera stops re...

Shooting options 68 Available shooting options by shooting mode For details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options". (p. 48) Smart Auto Program Smart Movie Movie Smart Live Panorama Photo Filter Movie Filter Resolution O O O O O - O O Quality - O - - - - O - Timer O O O O O - O O...

Playback/Editing 70 Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos stored in your camera. 1 Press [ ]. • The most recent file will be displayed. • If the camera is off, it will turn on and display the most recent file. 2 Press [ / ] to scroll through files. • Press and hold [ / ] to scroll throug...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 71 Video file information File Information Play Album Capture Icon Description Current file/Total filesFolder name-File nameCurrent playback timeVideo lengthProtected file To display file information on the screen, press [ ]. Viewing files a...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 72 Viewing files by category View files by category, such as date or file type. 1 In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the left. • You can also view files as thumbnails by scrolling to <Basic> on the Home screen, and then selecting . 2...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 73 Protecting a file Protect a file from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, select a file to protect. 2 Press [ ], and then select Protect → On . 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to protect additional files. You cannot resize, delete, or rotate ...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 74 Deleting all files You can select all files, and then delete them at once. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. • When in thumbnails view, press [ ], select Delete → Delete All , and then skip to step 3, or press [ ], select Delete All , and th...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 75 To Description Move the enlarged area Press [ / / / ]. Trim the enlarged photo Press [ ], and then select Yes . (The trimmed photo will be saved as a new file. The original photo is retained in its original form.) When you view photos tha...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 76 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 [ ]. 2 Select Slide Show Options . 3 Select a slide show effect option. • Skip to ste...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 77 Playing a video In Playback mode, you can view a video. 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ]. 2 View the video. Current playback time/ Video length Pause Stop To Description Scan backward Press [ ]. Each time you press [...

Playback/Editing 78 Resizing photos Change the size of a photo and save it as a new file. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Resize . 3 Select an option. Back Set Resize 2592 X 19441984 X 14881024 X 768 4 Press [ ] to save. Available resize options differ depending on t...

Editing a photo Playback/Editing 79 Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos. 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Magic> . 2 Select . 3 Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left, and then select a photo. 4 Select Smart Filter → an option. Smart Filter : Normal Back Set Option Descript...

Editing a photo Playback/Editing 80 Adjusting portrait photos Learn how to correct red-eye and retouch faces. The camera will save an edited photo as a new file, but may convert it to a lower resolution. Retouching faces 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Magic> . 2 Select . 3 Rotate [ Zoom ] to...

Playback/Editing 82 Editing a video While playing back a video, you can trim the video or capture an image from the video. Trimming a video 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Trim Movie . 3 Press [ ] to start playing the video. 4 Press [ ] → [ ] at the point where you w...

Playback/Editing 83 Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 7 Turn on your TV, and then select the A/V video source with the TV remote control. 8 Turn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters Playback mode when you connect it to...

Playback/Editing 84 Transferring files to your Windows OS computer Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. Your computer must be running Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8 for you to connect the camera as a removable disk. 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>...

Transferring files to a computer Playback/Editing 85 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) With Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8, the methods for disconnecting the camera are similar. 1 If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until it stops. 2 Click on the tool bar at the botto...

Transferring files to a computer Playback/Editing 86 3 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically and displays a removable disk icon. 4 On your computer, open the removable disk. 5 Drag or save files to your computer.

Playback/Editing 87 System Requirements Recommended system requirements to play videos on a PC or run the i-Launcher application. Mac OS requirements Item Requirements OS Mac OS 10.5 or higher (except PowerPC) RAM Minimum 256 MB RAM (512 MB or more recommended) Hard disk capacity Minimum 110 MB Othe...

Wireless network Learn how to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs) and use functions. Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings …………………………………………… 89 Connecting to a WLAN ………………………… 89 Using the login browser ……………………… 90 Network connection tips ……………………… 91 Entering text ……………...

Wireless network 89 Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Learn to connect via an access point (AP) when you are in a range of a WLAN. You can also configure network settings. Icon Description Ad hoc AP Secured AP WPS APSignal strengthPress [ ] to open network setting options. • When...

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network 90 Setting network options 1 In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then press [ ]. 2 Select each option, and then enter the required information. Option Description Network Password Enter the network password. IP Settin...

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network 91 Network connection tips • Some Wi-Fi features are not available if you do not insert a memory card. • The quality of the network connection will be determined by the AP. • The further the distance between your camera and the A...

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network 92 Entering text Learn how to enter text. The icons in the table below let you move the cursor, change the case, etc. Press [ / / / ] to move to a desired key, and then press [ ] to enter the key. Done Cancel Backspace Icon Descr...

Wireless network 93 Using the NFC Feature (Tag & Go) Place a smart phone's NFC antenna near the camera’s NFC tag to launch the feature for saving photos to a smart phone automatically or the feature for using a smart phone as a remote shutter. You can also transfer files to an NFC-enabled device...

Wireless network 94 Saving files to a smart phone automatically The camera connects to a smart phone that supports the AutoShare feature via a WLAN. When you capture a photo with your camera, the photo is saved to the smart phone automatically. • The AutoShare feature is supported by smart phones or...

Wireless network 95 Sending photos or videos to a smart phone The camera connects to a smart phone that supports the MobileLink feature via a WLAN. You can easily send photos or videos to your smart phone. • The MobileLink feature is supported by smart phones or tablets running Android OS or iOS. So...

Wireless network 96 1 On the camera’s Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi> . 2 On the camera, select . • If the pop-up message that prompts you to download the application appears, select Next . 3 On the smart phone, turn on Samsung SMART CAMERA App. • For iOS devices, turn on the Wi-Fi feature befo...

Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release Wireless network 97 7 On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus. • The focus is automatically set to Multi AF . 8 Release to capture the photo. • If the GPS feature is activated on the smart phone, the GPS information will be saved with the captured ...

Wireless network 98 Changing email settings In the email menu, you can change settings for storing your information. You can also set or change the email password. For information about entering text, refer to "Entering text". (p. 92) Storing your information 1 On the Home screen, scroll to ...

Sending photos or videos via email Wireless network 99 Setting an email password 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi> . 2 Select . 3 Press [ ]. 4 Select Setting Password → On . • To deactivate the password, select Off . 5 When the pop-up appears, select OK . 6 Enter a 4-digit password. 7 En...

Wireless network 101 Accessing a sharing service 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi> . 2 Select . 3 Select a sharing service. • If the pop-up message that prompts you to create an account appears, select OK . 4 Connect to a WLAN. (p. 89) 5 Enter your ID and password to log in. • For inform...

Wireless network 103 Using Samsung Link to send files You can view files on a Samsung Link device connected to the same AP. 6 On the Samsung Link device, browse the shared photos or videos. • For information about searching for the camera and browsing the photos or videos on the Samsung Link device,...

Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings. Settings menu …………………………………………………… 106 Accessing the settings menu ……………………………… 106 Sound ………………………………………………………… 107 Display ……………………………………………………… 107 Connectivity ………………………………………………… 108 General ……………………………………………………… 109

Settings menu Settings 107 Sound * Default Item Description Volume Set the volume of all sounds. ( Off , Low , Medium *, High ) Beep Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press the buttons or switch modes on or off. ( Off , On *) Shutter Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press th...

Settings menu Settings 109 General * Default Item Description Network Information View the Mac address and network certification number of your camera. Language Set a language for the display text. Time Zone Set the time zone for your location. When you travel to another country, select Visit , and ...

Appendixes Get information about error messages, specifications, and maintenance. Error messages …………………………………………………… 112 Camera maintenance …………………………………………… 113 Cleaning your camera ……………………………………… 113 Using or storing the camera ………………………………… 114 About memory cards ………………………………………… 115 About the ...

Appendixes 112 Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies File system not supported. Your camera does not support the FAT file structure of the inserted memory card. Format the memory card on the camera. Initialization failed. The ca...

Appendixes 113 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction. • Do not press on or use a blower brush on the lens cover. This can damage the camera. Cl...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 114 Using or storing the camera Inappropriate places to use or store the camera • Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Avoid using your camera in areas with extremely high humidity, or where the humidity changes drastically. • Avoid exposin...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 115 • Your camera contains delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the camera. • Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case when not in use. Protect the camera from scratches by keeping it away from sand, sharp implements, or loose change. • Do not use t...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 116 Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on the scenes you shoot or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 2 GB microSD card: Photo Size Super Fine Fine Normal 231 485 669 262 525 719 303 606 808 359 719 969 669 1139 1486 969 1609 ...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 117 Cautions when using memory cards • Avoid exposing memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 °C/32 °F or above 40 °C/104 °F). Extreme temperatures can cause memory cards to malfunction. • Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a me...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 118 About the battery Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Battery specifications Specification Description Model BP70A Type Lithium-ion battery Cell capacity 700 mAh Voltage 3.7 V Charging time* (when the camera is switched off ) Approximately 150 min * Charging the ba...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 119 Low battery message When the battery has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the " Low Battery " message will appear. Notes about using the battery • Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 °C/32 °F or above 4...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 120 • 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 indicato...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 121 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 othe...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 122 Upgrading the firmware i-Launcher allows you to upgrade the firmware of your camera. 1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic> . 2 Select . 3 Select Connectivity → i-Launcher → On . 4 Turn off the camera. 5 Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable....

Appendixes 123 Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a service center. If you have attempted the suggested remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service cent...

Appendixes 126 Image sensor Type 1/2.3" (Approximately 7.76 mm) CCD Effective pixels Approximately 16.2 mega-pixels Total pixels Approximately 16.6 mega-pixels Lens Focal length Samsung Lens 12x Zoom Lens f = 4.3–51.6 mm (35 mm film equivalent: 24–288 mm) F-stop range F3.1(W)–F6.3(T) Digital zoo...

Appendixes 130 ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images when the subject is backlit or when there is a high contrast between your subject and the background. AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket) This feature automatically captures several images at different...

Glossary Appendixes 131 EV Compensation This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your photos. Set the EV compensation to -1.0 EV to adjust the value one step darker and 1.0 EV to one step brighter. EV (Expo...

Glossary Appendixes 132 ISO sensitivity The sensitivity of the camera to light, based on the equivalent film speed used in a film camera. At higher ISO sensitivity settings, the camera uses a higher shutter speed, which can reduce blur caused by camera shake and low light. However, images with high ...

Glossary Appendixes 133 Optical zoom This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does not degrade the quality of images. Quality An expression of the rate of compression used in a digital image. Higher quality images have a lower rate of compression, which usually results in a la...

Appendixes 134 Correct Disposal of This Product Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in 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)...

Appendixes 135 A AF-assist light Location 15 Settings 110 AF Sound 107 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 62 Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) 65 AutoShare 94 A/V port 15 B Battery Caution 119 Charging 19 Inserting 18 Blink Detection 59 Brightness Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 61 ...