Samsung MV800 - Manual

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 • Back...

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. 62) • If the photo has already been captured, select R...

8 Quick reference Capturing photos of people • Beauty Shot mode  51 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)  62 • Face Detection  68 • Pose Guide mode  48 • Auto Zoom Shot mode  48 • Self Shot mode  49 • Intelligent Portrait mode  50 • Picture in Picture mode  50 Capturing phot...

9 Contents Health and safety informationBasic troubleshootingQuick referenceContents Extended functions ......................................................... 36 Using shooting modes ................................................. 37 Using the Smart Auto mode ......................................

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 HDMI cable A/V cable Battery charger Memory card/ Memory card adapter • The illustrations may differ from your ...

Basic functions 14 Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. Shutter button POWER button AF-assist light/Timer lamp Flash Lens Microphone Zoom button • In a Shooting mode : Zoom in or out • In Playback mode : Zoom in on part of a photo or view...

Basic functions 16 Camera layout Using the screen You can take a self-portrait while looking at yourself on the screen by flipping the screen up and using the shutter button on the back of the camera. The screen can flip 180 degrees upward. Shutter button • Fold the screen when not in use.• Please d...

Basic functions 17 Inserting the battery and memory card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Push the lock up to release the batte...

Basic functions 18 Charging the battery and turning on 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 first time. (p. 19) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ Playback ]. The camera t...

Basic functions 19 Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera’s basic settings. 5 Touch Home , and then touch or to select a time zone. • When you travel to another country, touch Visit , and then select a new time zone. London ...

Basic functions 20 Performing the initial setup 8 Touch the up or down arrows to set the date. Date/Time Set Year Month Day • The screen may differ depending on the language selected. 9 Touch , and then set the time. Date/Time Set Hr Min • To set daylight-saving time, touch . 10 Touch to save. 11 To...

Basic functions 21 Icon Description • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • : Empty (Recharge) Photo resolution Video resolution Metering Frame rate Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Voice muted Exposure value adjusted ISO sensitivity White balance Burst type Flash Intelli zoom is on Smart Filter ...

Basic functions 22 Using the touch screen Learn how to use the touch screen. The touch screen works best when you touch it with the soft part of your finger. Do not use sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen. You can damage the screen. Flicking Gently flick your finger across th...

Basic functions 23 Using the touch screen • The touch screen may not recognize your inputs if you touch multiple items at the same time. • When you touch or drag the screen, discolorations may occur. This is not a malfunction, but a characteristic of the touch screen. Touch or drag lightly to minimi...

Basic functions 24 Setting the sound Set your camera to emit or not to emit a sound when you perform functions. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Touch Sound . 3 Touch Beep Sound . 4 Touch the desired option to turn on or off the beep. Beep Sound Off On

Basic functions 25 Using the Home screen You can select a shooting mode or access the settings menu by touching the icons on the Home screen. Accessing the Home screen In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ HOME ]. 1 2 Smart Auto Smart Movie 3D Photo Program Scene Movie Live Panorama Self Shot No. De...

Basic functions 27 Using the Home screen Rearranging icons You can rearrange the icons on the Home screen in any order. 1 Touch and hold an icon. Smart Auto Live Panorama Smart Movie 3D Photo Program Self Shot Movie Scene 2 Drag it to a new location. • To move an icon to another page, drag it to the...

Basic functions 29 Using the Help mode You can view a simple application description and an operation guide in Help mode. Viewing the Application description 1 On the Home screen, touch . Album Help Slide Show Wallpapers Theme Album Settings Photo Editor Storyboard Maker 2 Touch or to move from one ...

Basic functions 30 Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. 3 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. • A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. 4 Press [ Shutter ] to capture a photo. See page 34 for tips to ge...

Basic functions 31 Capturing photos Digital zoom If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the Digital zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 25 times. Optical range Digital range Zoom indicator • The Digital zoom is available only in P...

Basic functions 32 Capturing photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies by how much you have zoomed in when you use Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 10 times. Photo ...

Basic functions 34 Holding your camera correctly Ensure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [ Shutter ] to adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically. The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically. Focus frame ...

Basic functions 35 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 shooting modes …………………… 37 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………… 37Using the 3D Photo mode ……………… 38Using the Live Panorama mode ………… 39Using the Scene mode …………………… 41Using the Night Shot mode ……………… 41Using th...

Extended functions 37 Using shooting modes Capture photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Icon Description Portraits at night Landscapes with backlighting Portraits with backlighting Portraits Close-up photos of objects Close-up photos of text Sunsets Clear s...

Extended functions 38 Using shooting modes 3 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 4 Press [ Shutter ] to capture the photo. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the Smart Auto mode. • Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrai...

Extended functions 39 Using shooting modes About 3D Depth Viewer The 3D Depth Viewer represents 3D effects with a color gradient for 3D shooting. 3D Depth Viewer Far Near white black Using the Live Panorama mode You can capture a panoramic shot in a single photo in Live Panorama mode. Capture a regu...

Extended functions 41 Using shooting modes Using the Scene mode In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific kind of scene. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Touch a scene. Option Description Landscape : Capture still-life scenes and landscapes. Sunset : Capture s...

Extended functions 42 Using shooting modes Using the Close Up mode In Close Up mode, you can capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 3 Press [ Shutter ] to capture the ...

Extended functions 43 Using shooting modes 3 Press [ Shutter ] to start the timer. The timer counts down the time. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo at the specified time. Press [ Shutter ] to cancel the timer. Using the Touch Shot mode In Touch S...

Extended functions 44 Using shooting modes 3 Press [ Shutter ] to capture the photo. • The Digital zoom and Intelli-zoom are not available in DUAL IS mode. • The camera will optically correct photos only when the light source is brighter than fluorescent light. • If your subject is moving rapidly, t...

Extended functions 45 Using shooting modes Setting My screen In Program mode, you can add shortcuts for your favorite options to the left side of the screen. 1 In Shooting mode, touch → My screen → . 2 Touch and hold one of the icons on the right. OK Reset My screen EV Cancel 3 Drag the icon into a ...

Extended functions 46 Using shooting modes Using the Movie mode In Movie mode, you can record high-definition videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as MP4 (H.264) files. • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by the international s...

Extended functions 47 Using shooting modes 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, touch . 2 Align your subject in the frame. • The camera automatically selects a scene...

Extended functions 48 Using the portrait modes Select the shooting mode for portrait photo. Using the Pose Guide mode In Pose Guide mode, the camera displays a guide for the posturethat you have selected. Align the subject with the guide beforecapturing the photo. 1 On the Home screen, touch . Icon ...

Extended functions 49 Using the portrait modes Using the Self Shot mode You can easily take a self portrait shot with an optimal zoom ratio and various self pose guides. You can take a photo without pressing the shutter button by touching the frame area on the screen to activate a 3-second self-time...

Extended functions 50 Using the portrait modes Using the Intelligent Portrait mode In the Intelligent Portrait mode, the camera detects the face of a subject and automatically enlarges the face, crops the photo around the face creating a portrait, and then saves the original photo and two portraits ...

Extended functions 51 Using the portrait modes 5 Touch to retake the background image. • When you are shooting a background image, all photos taken are automatically saved. • When you are shooting a background image, vertical images captured in vertical the position are displayed horizontally withou...

Extended functions 52 Using the Background Blur mode The Background Blur mode makes the subject more discernible by adjusting the depth of field. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on the screen. • The optimum distance will vary, based on ...

Extended functions 53 Using effect modes Using the My Magic Frame mode In My Magic Frame mode, you can make part of the photo transparent and then capture a new photo within the transparent area. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Select a desired background, and then press [ Shutter ]. • Touch to set ...

Extended functions 54 Using effect modes 5 Touch . 6 Adjust Transparency by moving the slide bar. • The transparency within the frame increases as the number increases. EXIT Transparency 7 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 8 Press [ Shutter ] to capture the p...

Extended functions 55 Using effect modes Using the Photo Filter mode In Photo Filter mode, you can apply various filter effects to your photos. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye Sketch 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Touch a desired filter. Option Description Miniature Apply a tilt-shift effect to make ...

Extended functions 56 Using effect modes Option Description Cartoon Simplify an image to create a cartoon like effect. Cross Filter Make lights spread from their source just like a cross filter. Zooming Shot Create a funnel effect on the focused area by blurring the surroundings. 3 Align your subjec...

Extended functions 57 Using effect modes Option Description Classic Apply a black and white effect. Retro Apply a sepia tone effect. Palette Effect 1 Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and red color. Palette Effect 2 Make scenes clean and clear by applying a soft blue tone. Palette Effect 3 App...

Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 59 Selecting a resolution …………………… 59Selecting image quality …………………… 60 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 62 Preventing red-eye ……………………… 62Using the flash …………………………… 62Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ……………… 64 Changing the camera’s focus …………… 65 Using macro ………...

Shooting options 59 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Icon Description 4608 X 3456 : Print on A1 paper. 4608 X 3072 : Print on A1 paper in wide ratio (3:2). 4608 X 2592 : Print on A1 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDT...

Shooting options 60 Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video resolution 1 In a Shooting mode, touch → Movie Size . 2 Touch the desired option. 1280 X 720 HQ 1280 X 720 640 X 480 320 X 240 Movie Size Icon Description 1280 X 720 HQ : Play back high-quality files on an HDTV. 1280 X 720 : Pl...

Shooting options 61 Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video quality The camera compresses and saves the videos you record in the MP4 (H.264) format. 1 In a Shooting mode, touch → Frame Rate . 2 Touch the desired option. • As the frame rate increases, action appears more natural, but the...

Shooting options 62 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 a Shooting mode, touch → Flash . 2 Touch the desired option. Off Auto Red-eye F...

Shooting options 64 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. Wi...

Shooting options 65 Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. 1 In a Shooting mode, touch → Focus . 2 Touch Macro to select it. Auto Focus (Normal) Macro Focus Icon Description Auto Focus (Normal) : Focus on a subject farther ...

Shooting options 66 Changing the camera’s focus • If you do not touch any area on the screen, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. • Tracking a subject may fail when: - the subject is too small - the subject moves excessively - the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark...

Shooting options 67 Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’s location in the scene. 1 In a Shooting mode, touch → Focus Area . 2 Touch the desired option. Center AF Multi AF One Touch Shooting S...

Shooting options 68 Using face detection If you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. You can als...

Shooting options 69 Using face detection Capturing a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 In a Shooting mode, touch → Face Detection . 2 Touch Smile Shot to select it. 3 Compose your shot. • The camera automatically releases the shutter when it d...

Shooting options 70 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 availa...

Shooting options 71 Using face detection Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) You can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and exposure on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In a Shooting mode, touch → Smart FR Edit . 2 Touch My Star to...

Shooting options 72 Using face detection 4 Touch when the face list appears. • Your favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list. • You can register up to 6 favorite faces. • The flash will not fire when you register a favorite face. • If you register the same face twice, you can delete one ...

Shooting options 73 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. • Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will be stored automatically. You may need to change the exposure value later to avoid overexposure or underexposure. • If you cannot ...

Shooting options 74 Adjusting brightness and color • The ACB feature is always on in Smart Auto , Scene ( Beach&Snow ) modes. • The ACB feature is not available when you set Continuous , Motion Capture , or AEB options. Changing the metering option The metering mode refers to the way in which a ...

Shooting options 76 Adjusting brightness and color 1 In a Shooting mode, touch → White Balance . 2 Select an option, and then touch . White Balance Icon Description Auto WB : Automatically set the White Balance based on the lighting conditions. Daylight : For outdoor photos on a sunny day. Cloudy : ...

Shooting options 77 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. In these cases, select one of the burst modes to capture multiple photos rapidly. Icon Description Single : Capture a sin...

Shooting options 78 Applying effects/Adjusting images Available filters in Program mode 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 c...

Shooting options 80 Applying effects/Adjusting images Adjusting your photos Adjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos. 1 In a Shooting mode, touch → Image Adjust . 2 Select the desired correction value by touching the values on the revolver. Sharpness Contrast Saturation Image Adj...

Shooting options 81 Reducing the sound of the zoom When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom in the videos. Use the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. 1 In a Video Shooting mode, touch → Voice . 2 Touch the desired option. Sound Alive On So...

Shooting options 82 Available shooting options by shooting mode For details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options". Smart Auto 3D Photo Live Panorama Scene Night Shot Close-up Shot Timer Shot Touch Shot DUAL IS Program Movie Smart Movie Pose Guide Resolution ○   ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ...

Playback/Editing 85 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos, videos, and how to manage files. 2 Drag the image left or right to move to another file. • To skip files quickly, tilt the camera in the direction you want to flip files. (p. 86) • You can also touch and hol...

Playback/Editing 86 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode • Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera with the screen parallel to the ground. • When you rotate the camera 90° or 180° while you view a photo, the camera will automatically change the orientation of the displayed p...

Playback/Editing 87 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Ranking your favorite faces You can rank your favorite faces or delete them. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. 1 In Playback mode, touch → Face List . • In Thumbnail view or Smart a...

Playback/Editing 88 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files in Smart album as thumbnails View files by category, such as date, face, or file type. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Touch → a category option. Icon Description View all files. View files by the date they were saved. View ...

Playback/Editing 89 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files with the page flip effect You can flip through files by dragging or flicking your finger across the screen. You can also run a slide show with the flip page effect by touching the slide show icon on the left side. 1 On the H...

Playback/Editing 90 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting files Select files to delete in Playback mode. Deleting a single file You can select one file, and then delete it. 1 In Playback mode, locate the file you want to delete, and then touch . 2 When the pop-up message appears, touch ...

Playback/Editing 91 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the right to enlarge a portion of the photo. Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left to zoom out. Drag the screen to see ano...

Playback/Editing 92 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 On the Home screen, touch . All Play 2 Touch on the bottom right of the screen. A screen with thumbnails appe...

Playback/Editing 93 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode * Default Icon Description Play Mode : Set whether or not to repeat the slide show. ( One Play *, Repeat ) Interval : • Set the interval between photos. ( 1 sec *, 3 sec , 5 sec , 10 sec ) • You must set the Effect option to to set the In...

Playback/Editing 94 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Capturing an image from video 1 While viewing a video, touch at the point where you want to capture an image. 2 Touch in the bottom right of the screen. 3 When the pop-up message appears, touch Yes . • The resolution of the captured image...

Playback/Editing 95 Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save edited photos as new files. • When editing a photo, the photo can be resized only into a size smaller than the original. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolutio...

Playback/Editing 96 Editing a photo Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos. 1 On the Home screen, touch . • The most recent file will be displayed. 2 Touch → a photo. 3 Touch . 4 Select a filter, and then touch . • To see available filter options, refer to page 78. Smart ...

Playback/Editing 97 Editing a photo 4 Drag the sliders or touch the sample photos to adjust the skin tone. • As the slider moves to the right, the skin tone becomes brighter. 5 Touch to save your changes. Removing red-eye 1 On the Home screen, touch . • The most recent file will be displayed. 2 Touc...

Playback/Editing 98 Editing a photo Rotating 1 On the Home screen, touch . • The most recent file will be displayed. 2 Touch → a photo. 3 Touch , and then select a rotate option. 4 Touch to save your changes. Making Storyboard You can apply a frame effect onto a regular photo by using various frames...

Playback/Editing 101 Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV Viewing files on an HDTV You can view high-quality and uncompressed photos or videos on an HDTV using the optional HDMI cable. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is supported by most HDTVs. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Touch Conn...

Playback/Editing 102 Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV Viewing files on a 3D TV If you connect the camera with a 3D TV, you can enjoy 3D photos taken in both the 3D shooting mode and the 3D Panorama mode under the Live Panorama mode. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Touch Connectivity → HDMI Size...

Playback/Editing 103 Transferring files to your Windows computer Transfer files to your Windows 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, dependi...

Playback/Editing 104 Transferring files to your Windows computer 5 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically and Intelli-studio launches automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode , select Computer in the pop-up window. 6 Select a destination folder on your ...

Playback/Editing 105 Transferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit files. For details, select Help → Help on the program toolbar. • You can update the firmware of your camera by selecting Web Support → Upgr...

Playback/Editing 106 Transferring files to your Windows computer No. Description 1 Open menus. 2 Display files in the selected folder. 3 Switch to the Photo edit mode. 4 Switch to the Video edit mode. 5 Switch to the Sharing mode. (to send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr o...

Playback/Editing 107 Transferring files to your Windows computer Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) For Windows Vista and Windows 7, 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...

Playback/Editing 108 Transferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will automatically recognize the device. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. ...

Playback/Editing 109 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. 7 Touch to print. • Touch to print all photos. 8 When the pop-up window appears, touch Yes to begin printing. • To cancel printing...

Playback/Editing 110 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Configuring print settings Press to configure print settings. Size Layout Type Quality Icon Description Size : Set the print size. Layout : Set the number of photos to be printed on a single sheet of paper. Type : Set the type of p...

Settings menu ………………………………………… 112 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 112Sound ……………………………………………… 113Display ……………………………………………… 113Connectivity ………………………………………… 114General ……………………………………………… 115 Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.

Settings 112 Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. 3 Touch an item. Volume Beep Sound Shutter Sound Start Sound Sound Medium On 1 Off 4 Touch the desired option. Beep Sound Off On 5 Touch to return to the previous screen. Accessing the settings menu 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2...

Settings 113 Settings menu Sound * Default Item Description Volume Set the volume of any sound. ( Off , Low , Medium *, High ) Beep Sound Set to emit sounds when you touch the screen or switch modes. ( Off , On *) Shutter Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press the shutter button. ( Off ...

Settings 114 Settings menu 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 . Display Resolution Set the display resolution of the screen. ( High *, Standard ) Quick View Set th...

Settings 115 Settings menu Item Description HDMI Size Set the resolution of photos when the camera plays back files on an HDTV via the HDMI cable. ( NTSC: 1080i *, 720p , 480p / PAL: 1080i *, 720p , 576p ) • If the HDTV does not support the selected resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the nex...

Appendixes 119 Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Card Error • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and then insert it again. • Format your memory card. Card not supported. The inserted ...

Appendixes 120 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the camera. 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 c...

Appendixes 121 Camera maintenance Using on beaches or shores • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas. • Your camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery, adapter, or memory card with wet hands. Operating the camera with wet hands may caus...

Appendixes 122 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 a...

Appendixes 123 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may vary depending on the scenes you shoot and the shooting conditions. The capacities below are based on a a 1 GB microSD card: Size Super Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS P h o t o s 105 206 303 - - 117 230 337 - - 140 275 40...

Appendixes 124 Camera maintenance Battery life Average shooting time / Number of photos Test conditions and procedures (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approximately 100 min/Approximately 200 photos Camera settings: in Program mode, in dim light, at resolution, with Fine quality. Procedure...

Appendixes 125 Camera maintenance Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects. Contact can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent batt...

Appendixes 126 Camera maintenance Handling and disposing of batteries and chargers with care • Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when you dispose of used batteries. • Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radia...

Appendixes 128 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 131 Camera specifications Focusing Type TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Smart Face Recognition AF, Face Detection AF, Smart Touch AF, One Touch Shooting AF) Range Wide (W) Tele (T) Auto Focus (Normal) 80 cm-infinity 150 cm-infinity Macro 5 cm-80 cm 100 cm-150 cm Auto Macro 5 cm-infin...

Appendixes 135 Glossary Composition Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras created by the J...

Appendixes 140 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 equipme...

Appendixes 141 inserting 17 Beauty Shot mode 51 Blink detection 70 Brightness Playback mode 96Shooting mode 73 Burst modes Auto Exposure Bracket 77Continuous 77Motion Capture 77 C Camera maintenance 120 Camera specifications 131 Charging 18 Cleaning camera body 120lens 120touch screen 120 Close up s...

Appendixes 144 slide show 92Smart Album 88thumbnails 89TV 100 Vignetting mode 57 W White Balance 75 Z Zoom using the zoom 31zoom button 14zoom sound settings 81 3 3D Photo mode 38 3D TV 102 Index