Samsung PL171 - Manual

5 Indicators used in this manual Shooting mode Indicator Smart Auto S Auto a Program p DUAL IS d Beauty Shot b Night N Scene s Movie v Shooting mode icons These icons indicate that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The s mode may not support functions for all scenes. For example: A...

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. This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix . (p. 50) • If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit me...

8 Quick reference Capturing photos of people • b mode f 36 • Self-Shot f 42 • Children f 43 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 50 • Face Detection f 55 Capturing photos at night or in the dark • s mode > Dawn, Sunset f 33 • N mode f 37 • Flash options f 50 • ISO sensitivity (...

9 Contents Extended functions .......................................................... 31 Shooting modes .......................................................... 32 Using the Smart Auto mode ........................................ 32 Using the Scene mode ...........................................

Basic functions 13 Unpacking The following items are included in your product box. Camera AC adapter/ USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual Optional accessories Camera case HDMI cable A/V cable Battery charger Memory card/ Memory card adapter The illustrations ma...

Basic functions 14 USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable HDMI port Accepts HDMI cable Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery Tripod mount Speaker Shutter button POWER button ...

Basic functions 15 Camera layout Status lamp • Blinking : When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus • Steady : When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focus Zoom button • In Shooting mode : Zoom in or out • In Playback mode : Zoom in o...

Basic functions 16 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. Slide the lock up to release the batt...

Basic functions 17 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. 18) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ P ]. The camera turns on ...

Basic functions 18 Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera’s basic settings. 4 Press [ F ] or [ t ] to select a time zone, and then press [ o ]. • To set the daylight-saving time, press [ D ]. Back DST Time Zone London 5 Press...

Basic functions 19 Performing the initial setup 7 Press [ D ] or [ c ] to set the date and time, and then press [ o ]. 8 Press [ D ] or [ c ] to select Date Type , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. Back Set Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Type YYYY/MM/DD MM/DD/YYYY DD/MM/YYYY Off English London 9 Press [ ...

Basic functions 20 Icon Description Face detection Microphone muted 3 Option Icons (on the left) Icon Description Aperture and shutter speed Long time shutter Exposure value adjusted White balance Face tone Face retouch ISO sensitivity Smart filter Image adjustment (contrast, sharpness, and saturatio...

Basic functions 21 Selecting options or menus You can select options by pressing [ m ], and then pressing [ D ], [ c ], [ F ], or [ t ]. Press [ o ] to confirm. You can also access shooting options by pressing [ f ], but some options may not be available. Going back to the previous menu Press [ m ] a...

Basic functions 22 Selecting options or menus 4 Press [ D ] or [ c ] to select White Balance , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection Exit Back 5 Press [ F ] or [ t ] to select a White Balance option. Back Move Daylight 6 Press [ o ]. For e...

Basic functions 23 Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display information and the sound settings. Setting the sound Set the sound your camera emits when you perform functions. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Sound “ Beep Sound . 3 Select an option. Opti...

Basic functions 24 Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in 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 29 for tips to get clea...

Basic functions 25 Capturing photos Icon Description Front On : Turn on the front display. Self-Shot : View yourself on the front display while you capture a self-portrait. (p. 42) Children : Show a short animation on the front display to attract the attention of children. (p. 43) Jump Shot : Show a...

Basic functions 26 Capturing photos Zooming You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 5X Optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 5X Digital zoom. The Intelli zoom and Digital zoom cannot be used at the same time. Zoom out Zoom in Zoom ratio The available zoom ratio for vide...

Basic functions 27 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. Phot...

Basic functions 28 Capturing photos • OIS may not function properly when: - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use the Digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you capture night scenes) - the battery is low - you capture a close-...

Basic functions 29 Holding your camera correctly Ensure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [ Shutter ] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically. The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically. Focus frame...

Basic functions 30 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 be...

Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo, record a video, and voice memo by selecting a mode. Shooting modes …………………………… 32 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………… 32 Using the Scene mode …………………… 33 Using the Magic Frame mode …………… 34 Using the Object Highlight mode ………… 34 Using the Beauty Shot mo...

Extended functions 32 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 skies F...

Extended functions 33 Shooting modes 3 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. • In several scenes, the camera automatically captures a photo when you half-press [ Shutter ]. 4 Press [ Shutter ] to capture the photo. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings...

Extended functions 34 Shooting modes Using the Object Highlight mode The Object Highlight mode makes the subject more discernible by adjusting the depth of field. 1 Rotate the mode dial to s . 2 Select Object Highlight . 3 Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on the screen....

Extended functions 35 Shooting modes Shooting modes • Available resolutions in Object Highlight mode are and . • If the shooting distance is not within the optimum range, you can capture a photo but the Object Highlight effect will not be applied. • The Object Highlight effect cannot be used in dark...

Extended functions 36 Shooting modes 7 Select an option. • For example, increase the Face Retouch setting to hide more imperfections. Back Move Level 2 8 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 9 Press [ Shutter ] to capture the photo. When using the Beauty Shot mo...

Extended functions 37 Shooting modes 5 Select an option. • If you select AUTO , the aperture value or shutter speed will be adjusted automatically. 6 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 7 Press [ Shutter ] to capture the photo. Use a tripod to prevent blurry ph...

Extended functions 38 Shooting modes 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 Rotate the mode dial to p . 2 Set desired options. (For a list of options, refer to page 46.) 3 Align your subjec...

Extended functions 39 Shooting modes 5 Press [ m ]. 6 Select Movie “ Sound Alive . 7 Select an option. Icon Description Sound Alive On : Turn on the Sound Alive function. Sound Alive Off : Turn off the Sound Alive function. Mute : Do not record sounds. • Do not block the microphone when you use the ...

Extended functions 40 Shooting modes 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 Rotate the mode dial to v . 2 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 3 Select Movie “ Smart Scene D...

Extended functions 42 Capturing photos with the front display The front display helps you capture self-portraits or photos of children. You can also use the Jump Shot Timer with the front display. Capturing an Easy Self Shot If you press the front LCD button when the power is off, the front display ...

Extended functions 43 Capturing photos with the front display Using the Jump Shot Timer Capture a photo of people jumping. An icon will appear on the front display to tell your subjects when to jump. 1 In Shooting mode, press the front LCD button. 2 Select Jump Shot . 3 Press [ Shutter ]. • The fron...

Extended functions 44 Capturing photos with the front display Recording a video with the front display Recording a video in Self-portrait mode 1 In Shooting mode, press the front LCD button. 2 Select Front On . 3 Press [ Shutter ] to start recording. 4 Press [ Shutter ] again to stop recording. Reco...

Extended functions 45 Recording a voice memo 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting “ Voice “ Record . 3 Press [ Shutter ]. • Press [ o ] to pause or press [ o ] to resume. • Each memo can be up to 10 hours long if memory is available. Stop Pause 4 Press [ Shutter ] again to stop recordi...

Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 47 Selecting a resolution …………………… 47 Selecting a photo quality ………………… 48 Using the timer ……………………………… 49 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 50 Preventing red-eye ……………………… 50 Using the flash …………………………… 50 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ……………… 51 Changing the came...

Shooting options 47 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 a video r...

Shooting options 48 Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting a photo quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting “ Quality . 3 Select an option...

Shooting options 49 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. S a p d b N s v 3 Press [ Shutter ] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo at the specified time. • The front display will start a countdown a few seco...

Shooting options 50 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 on your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ F ]. Auto 2 Select an option. Icon Description Off : • The...

Shooting options 51 Shooting in the dark • Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select Blink Detection . • Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 114) • If light from the flash is reflected or there is a substantial amount of dust in ...

Shooting options 52 Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using auto focus To capture sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ c ]. Normal (AF) 2 S...

Shooting options 53 Changing the camera’s focus • If you do not select a focus area, 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 place - ...

Shooting options 54 Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’s location in the scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting “ Focus Area . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Center ...

Shooting options 55 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 56 Using Face Detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting “ Face Detection “ Blink Detection . • Hold your camera still while “ Capturing ” is displayed ...

Shooting options 57 Using Face Detection • The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, drastic changes in the subject's pose or face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses. • The camera can automatically register up to 12 faces. If the camera...

Shooting options 58 Using Face Detection 4 When you are finished capturing the photos, the face list appears. • Your favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list. • You can register up to 8 favorite faces. • The flash will not fire when you register a favorite face. • If you register the same f...

Shooting options 59 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 exposure increases. • When you adjust the exposure value, the icon will appear as shown below. • Once you...

Shooting options 60 Adjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Sel...

Shooting options 61 Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a light source (White balance) The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a White Balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting conditions...

Shooting options 63 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 rapidly capture multiple photos. p Icon Description Motion Capture : Whil...

Shooting options 64 Applying effects/Adjusting images Available filters in Auto, Program, and DUAL IS modes 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 vignet...

Shooting options 66 Applying effects/Adjusting images Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting or Movie “ Smart Filter . 3 Select Custom RGB . 4 Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Back Move 5 Select an option. 6 Press [ o ] to save. • If you select Miniat...

Shooting options 67 Applying effects/Adjusting images Saturation Description - Decrease the saturation. + Increase the saturation. • Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing). • If you set adjustment functions, you cannot use the Face Recognition and Smart Filter optio...

Playback/Editing 69 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and how to manage files. Photo file information Play File Information Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected file Photo includes a register...

Playback/Editing 70 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Ranking your favorite faces You 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 File Options → Face List Edit → Edit Rankin...

Playback/Editing 71 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. Type Date Color Week Face Back Set Option Description Typ...

Playback/Editing 72 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 (9 at a time). Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left once or twice more to display more thumbnails (20 at a time). Rotate [ Zoom ] ...

Playback/Editing 73 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select File Options “ Protect “ Select . • To protect all files, select All “ Lock . 3 Select the file you want to protect, and then press [ o ]....

Playback/Editing 74 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. Enlarged area Zoom ratio (...

Playback/Editing 75 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 3 Select a slide show effect option. • Skip to step 4 to start a slide show with no effects. * Default Option Description Start Set whether or not to repeat the slide show. ( Play , Repeat ) Images Set the photos you want to view as a sli...

Playback/Editing 76 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a video In Playback mode, you can view a video, and then capture or trim parts of the playing video. You can save the captured or trimmed segments as new files. 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ o ]. 2 View the v...

Playback/Editing 77 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Trimming a video 1 While viewing a video, press [ o ] at the point where you want the trimming to begin. 2 Rotate [ Zoom ] to the right, and then press [ o ]. 3 Press [ o ] at the point where you want the trimming to end. 4 Rotate [ Zoom ...

Playback/Editing 78 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select File Options “ Voice Memo “ On . 3 Press [ Shutter ] to record a short voice memo. • Maximum recording time is 10 seconds. • Press [ Shutter...

Playback/Editing 79 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. R...

Playback/Editing 80 Editing a photo Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select Edit “ Smart Filter . 3 Select an effect. • To see available filter options, refer to page 64. Back Move Miniature Defining your ow...

Playback/Editing 81 Editing a photo Retouching faces 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select Edit “ Image Adjust “ Face Retouch . 3 Select a level. • As the number increases, the skin tone becomes brighter. 4 Press [ o ] to save. Adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturati...

Playback/Editing 83 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 File Options “ DPOF “ Index . 3 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes . • You can take the memory card to a print shop that su...

Playback/Editing 84 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 6 Turn on your TV, and then select a video output mode with the TV remote control. 7 Turn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when you co...

Playback/Editing 85 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV 6 Turn on your camera. • If you have an Anynet+ compatible Samsung HDTV, the HDTV will turn on automatically and display the camera screen. • If you turn Anynet+ off, the HDTV does not turn on automatically. 7 View files using the buttons on your camer...

Playback/Editing 86 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. It may not work properly even when the computer meets the requirements, depending on the condi...

Playback/Editing 87 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 co...

Playback/Editing 88 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 from the program toolbar. • To enjoy more features, such as creating slide shows with templates, instal...

Playback/Editing 90 Transferring files to your Windows computer Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) With 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 bottom...

Playback/Editing 91 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. 2 T...

Playback/Editing 92 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 Type Quality One Photo Auto Auto Auto Auto Exi...

Settings menu ………………………………………… 94 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 94 Sound ……………………………………………… 95 Front Display Settings ……………………………… 95 Display ……………………………………………… 96 Settings ……………………………………………… 97 Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.

Settings 94 Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. 3 Select an item. Exit Back Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Medium Off 1 1 On 4 Select an option. Back Set Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Off Low Medium High 5 Press [ m ] to return to the ...

Settings 95 Settings menu Sound * Default Item Description Volume Set the volume of any sound. ( 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. ...

Settings 96 Settings menu Display * Default Item Description Function Description Display a brief description of an option or menu. ( Off , On *) Start Image Set a start image to display when the camera turns on. • Off *: Display no start image. • Logo : Display a default image stored in the interna...

Settings 97 Settings menu Settings * Default Item Description Format Format the internal memory and the memory card (formatting will delete all files, including protected files). ( Yes , No ) Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by another brand of camera, a memory card reader, or a com...

Settings 98 Settings menu Item Description Imprint Set whether or not to display the date and time on captured photos. ( Off *, Date , Date & Time ) • The date and time will be displayed on the bottom right corner of the photo. • Some printer models may not print the date and time properly. • If...

Settings 99 Settings menu Item Description HDMI Output 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 next...

Appendixes 101 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 102 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction. • Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens cover. Cleaning your c...

Appendixes 103 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 104 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 105 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: Size Super Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS P h o t o s 108 212 312 - - 123 241 353 - - 144 283 417 - - 170 332 ...

Appendixes 106 Camera maintenance Battery life Average shooting time / Number of photos Test conditions (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approximately 90 min/Approximately 180 photos The battery life was measured under the following conditions: in p mode, 16M resolution, Fine quality, OIS ...

Appendixes 107 Camera maintenance Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards 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 temporary or permanent batt...

Appendixes 108 Camera maintenance Handle and dispose 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 radiators....

Appendixes 109 Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or othe...

Appendixes 110 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 111 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. 97) The display or buttons do not ...

Appendixes 112 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. Your computer does not recognize your camera • Make s...

Appendixes 113 Camera specifications Focusing Type TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Face Detection AF, Tracking AF, Smart Face Recognition AF) Range Wide (W) Tele (T) Normal (AF) 80 cm-infinity 150 cm-infinity Macro 5 cm-80 cm 100 cm-150 cm Auto Macro 5 cm-infinity 100 cm-infinity Shutter speed ...

Appendixes 117 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 Japan...

Appendixes 119 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. Optical zoom This is a general zoom which can en...

Appendixes 120 Glossary Vignetting A reduction of an image’s brightness or saturation at the periphery (outer edges) compared to the center of the image. Vignetting can draw interest to subjects positioned in the center of an image. White balance (color balance) An adjustment of the intensities of c...

Appendixes 121 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessor...

Appendixes 122 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 123 Index A AF-assist light location 14settings 98 AF Sound 95 Anynet+ 98 Aperture value 37 Auto contrast balance (ACB) Playback mode 81Shooting mode 59 Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) 63 A/V port 14 B Battery caution 107charging 17inserting 16 Beauty Shot mode 36 Blink Detection 56 Brightnes...