Samsung ST90 - Manual

4 Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • micro SD™, micro SDHC™ are registered trademarks of the SD Association. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • Trademarks and trade names used in this manua...

5 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto Program Scene Movie Smart Movie Shooting mode icons These icons indicate that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The mode may not support functions for all scenes. e.g.) Available in the Program and Movie modes Ic...

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 of a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life. • B...

7 Basic troubleshooting You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes appear red. This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix . (p. 41) • If the photo has already been taken, s...

8 Quick reference Taking photos of people • mode > Object Highlight  33 • mode > Beauty Shot  32 • Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)  41 • Face Detection  46 Taking photos at night or in the dark • mode > Night  34 • mode > Sunset, Dawn  30 • Flash options  41 •...

9 Contents Health and safety informationBasic troubleshootingQuick referenceContents Recording voice memos ............................................. 37 Recording a voice memo ............................................ 37 Adding a voice memo to a photo ................................. 37 Shoot...

Basic functions 12 Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Optional accessories Camera case Memory card/ Memory card adapter A/V cable Battery charger Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ from your...

Basic functions 13 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 Shutter button POWER button AF-assist light/timer lamp Flash Speaker Lens Microphone Zoom button • Zoom in or out ...

Basic functions 15 Inserting the battery and memory card Learn to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Push the card gently until the card disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Push the lock up to release the bat...

Basic functions 16 Charging the battery and turning your camera on 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. 17) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ ]. The camera turns on a...

Basic functions 17 Performing the initial setup The initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings. 1 Press [ ]. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. 2 Press [ ] to select Language and press [ ] or [ ]. 3 Press [ ] or ...

Basic functions 18 C. Icons on the left Icon Description Aperture and shutter speed Long time shutter Exposure value White balance Face tone Face retouch ISO speed Smart filter effect Image adjustment (contrast, sharpness, saturation) Voice muted Burst type Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) Learning...

Basic functions 19 Selecting options You can select options by pressing [ ], and then using the navigation buttons ([ ], [ ], [ ], [ ]). You can also access shooting options by pressing [ ], but some options are not available. Going back to the previous menu Press [ ] again to go back to the previou...

Basic functions 20 Selecting options 5 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to White Balance, and then press [ ] or [ ]. Photo SizeQualityEVISOWhite BalanceSmart FilterFace Detection Exit Back 6 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to a White Balance option. Daylight Back Move 7 Press [ ]. Example: Selecting a White Ba...

Basic functions 21 Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display and sound settings. Setting the sound Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you operate your camera. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Sound → Beep Sound → an option. Options Descr...

Basic functions 22 Taking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Smart Auto mode. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Smart Auto, and then press [ ]. Smart Auto Program Scene Movie This mode recognizes the scene automatically. 3 Align your subj...

Basic functions 23 Taking 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 not available with the...

Basic functions 24 Taking photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 10 times. Optical...

Basic functions 26 Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Make sure 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 shut...

Basic functions 27 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...

Shooting modes ………………………………………… 29 Using the Smart Auto mode ………………………… 29Using the Scene mode ……………………………… 30Using the Magic Frame mode ……………………… 31Using the Beauty Shot mode ……………………… 32Using the Object Highlight mode …………………… 33Using the Night mode ……………………………… 34Using the Program mode …………………………...

Extended functions 29 Shooting modes Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Icon Description Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. This is available only when the flash is off.Appears when taking portraits at night.Appears when taking photos...

Extended functions 30 Shooting modes Using the Scene mode Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → a scene. Magic FrameBeauty ShotObject HighlightNightLandscapeTextSunset This mode is appropriate for scenic photography. • To change the sc...

Extended functions 31 Shooting modes Using the Magic Frame mode In Magic Frame mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change according to the frame you select. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → Magic Frame . 3 Press [ ]. 4 Se...

Extended functions 32 Shooting modes Using the Beauty Shot mode Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → Beauty Shot . 3 To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), press [ ], and then go to Step 4. To hide fa...

Extended functions 33 Shooting modes Using the Object Highlight mode Object Highlight mode makes the subject more distinguishable by adjusting the depth of field. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → Object Highlight . 3 Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on t...

Extended functions 34 Shooting modes 5 Select the aperture value or shutter speed. Aperture valueShutter speed Aperture AUTO AUTO Back Move 6 Select an option. • If you select AUTO , the camera adjusts the aperture value or shutter speed automatically. 7 Align your subject in the frame, and then hal...

Extended functions 35 Shooting modes Recording a video In Movie mode, you can record high-definition videos in 1280x720 resolution. You can record up to 4 GB (approximately 11 minutes) at 1280x720 resolution and the camera saves recorded videos as MJPEG files. • Some memory cards may not support hig...

Extended functions 36 Shooting modes To pause recording The camera allows you to pause a video temporarily while recording. With this function, you can record several scenes as a single video.Press [ ] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume. Stop Pause 5 Press [ ]. 6 Select Movie → Sound...

Extended functions 37 Recording voice memos Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when recording 16 inches (40 cm.) away from the camera. Adding a voice ...

Shooting options 39 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. When recording a video 1 In the mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Movie → Movie Size → an option. Option Description 1280 X 720 HQ : For high-quality play back on an HDTV. 640 X 480 : For pl...

Shooting options 40 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 3 Press [ Shutter ] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera automatically takes a photo at the specified time. • Press [ ] to cancel the timer. • Depending on the face detection option y...

Shooting options 41 Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Using the flash Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Auto 2 Select an option. Option Description Off : • The flash...

Shooting options 42 Shooting in the dark • Flash options are not available if you set Continuous , Motion Capture , AEB options or select Self-Portrait or Blink Detection . • Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 100) • If light from the flash is relect...

Shooting options 43 Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus. Using auto focus To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Normal (AF) 2 Select an option. Option Description Normal (AF) : Foc...

Shooting options 44 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 or the subject moves excessively - the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place -...

Shooting options 45 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 [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Focus Area → an option. Option Description Center AF : Focu...

Shooting options 46 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. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to...

Shooting options 47 Using face detection Taking a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Face Detection → Smile Shot . • When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily...

Shooting options 48 Using face detection Using smart face recognition The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph (up to 10 people). This feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Shooti...

Shooting options 49 Using face detection • The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, remarkable 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 cam...

Shooting options 50 Using face detection 4 When you are finished taking 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 option will be set to Off . • If you register the same face twice, you can de...

Shooting options 51 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. 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 appe...

Shooting options 52 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 matches the lighting conditions, such as D...

Shooting options 53 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own white balance 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting or Movie → White Balance → Measure: Shutter (Custom Set) . 3 Aim the lens at a piece of white paper. 4 Press [ Shutter ]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooti...

Shooting options 54 Using burst modes It can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the burst modes to take multiple pictures rapidly. • You can use the flash, timer, ACB, and Sm...

Shooting options 55 Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying smart filter effects, or make some adjustments. Available filters in Program mode Option Description Normal : No effect. Miniature : Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting : ...

Shooting options 57 Improving your photos Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting or Movie → Smart Filter → Custom RGB . 3 Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Back Move 4 Adjust the amount of the selected color. (-: less or +: more) 5 Select [ ].

Shooting options 58 Improving your photos Adjusting your photos Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Image Adjust . 3 Select an adjustment option. • Contrast • Sharpness • Saturation 4 Select a value to adjust the selected ...

Playback/Editing 60 Playing back Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and manage files. Display in Playback mode Information Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Video file Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected file Photo includes a registered face; Available only when ...

Playback/Editing 61 Playing back Ranking your favorite faces You can rank your favorite faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Face List Edit → Edit Ranking . 3 Select a face from the list and press [ ]. Set Back Face ...

Playback/Editing 62 Playing back 4 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files. • Press and hold to scroll through files quickly. 5 Press [ ] to return to the normal view. Viewing files by category in Smart Album View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week. 1 In Playback mode,...

Playback/Editing 63 Playing back Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Protect → Select . 3 To protect all files, select All → Lock . 4 To protect a single file, select the file you want to protect, and then press [ ]. • ...

Playback/Editing 64 Playing back Copying files to the memory card You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Copy to Card . 3 Select Yes to copy files. Deleting files Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete...

Playback/Editing 65 Playing back Starting a slide show You can apply effects and add audio to your slide show. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Multi Slide Show . 3 Select a slide show effect option. • Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects. Option Description Start Set whether ...

Playback/Editing 66 Playing back Playing a video You can play a video, capture an image from a video. 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ]. Pause 2 Use the following buttons to control playback. Press To [ ] Scan backward. [ ] Pause or resume playback. [ ] Scan forward. [ Zoom ] le...

Playback/Editing 67 Playing back Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Voice memo → On . 3 Press [ Shutter ] to record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum). • Press [ Shutter ] to stop recording a voice memo. You cannot add ...

Playback/Editing 68 Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. • The camera saves edited photos as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolutio...

Playback/Editing 69 Editing a photo Option Description Normal : No effect. Miniature : Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting : Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Soft-Focus : Hide facial imperfections or ...

Playback/Editing 70 Editing a photo Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → Smart Filter → Custom RGB . 3 Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Back Move 4 Adjust the amount of the selected color. (-: less or +: more) Correcting exposu...

Playback/Editing 71 Editing a photo Hiding facial imperfections 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → Image Adjust → Face Retouch . 3 Select a level. • As the number increases, the face becomes clearer. Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation 1 In Playback mode, se...

Playback/Editing 72 Editing a photo Creating a print order (DPOF) Select photos to be printed and set options, such as the number of copies or paper size. • You can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a DPOF-co...

Playback/Editing 73 Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. • On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not appear. • Images may not appear centered on the TV screen depending on your TV settings. • You can capture ph...

Playback/Editing 74 Transferring files to your Windows computer Transfer files to your computer using the built-in Intelli-studio program. You can also edit files or upload files to your favorite websites. • Intelli-studio may not perform correctly on some computers, even when the computer meets the...

Playback/Editing 75 Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Settings → PC Software → On . 3 Turn of...

Playback/Editing 76 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. You can also upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube. For details, select Help → Help in the program. • To enjoy more fea...

Playback/Editing 77 Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Settings → PC Software → Off . 3 Turn off the camera. 4 Connect...

Playback/Editing 78 Transferring files to your Windows computer 5 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode , select Computer from the pop-up window. 6 On your computer, select My Computer → Removable Disk → DCIM → 100PHOTO . 7 S...

Playback/Editing 79 Transferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer recognizes the camera automatically. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 2 Tur...

Playback/Editing 80 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 ImagesSizeLayoutTypeQuality Exit Print : One Photo: Auto: Auto: Auto: Auto Option Description Images : S...

Camera settings menu ………………………………… 82 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 82Sound ……………………………………………… 83Display ……………………………………………… 83Settings ……………………………………………… 84 Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.

Settings 82 Camera settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings. 3 Select an option and save your settings. VolumeStart SoundShutter SoundBeep SoundAF Sound Back Set OffLowMediumHigh 4 Press [ ] to return to the previous screen. Accessing the settings menu 1 In Shoot...

Appendixes 88 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 insert it again. • Format your memory card. Card not supported. The inserted memory...

Appendixes 89 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 ca...

Appendixes 90 Camera maintenance 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 extremly high humidity, or where the humidity changes drastically. • Avoid exposing ...

Appendixes 91 Camera maintenance Other cautions • Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury to yourself or others or damage to your camera. • Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation. • Turn off the camera while not in use. • Your camer...

Appendixes 92 Camera maintenance Cautions when using memory cards • Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card. • Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer. Reformat the...

Appendixes 93 Camera maintenance • Transfer important data to other media, such as a hard disk, CD, or DVD. • When you use the camera for an extended period, the memory card may become warm. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data....

Appendixes 94 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 batte...

Appendixes 95 Camera maintenance • If the indicator light blinks in orange or does not illuminate, reconnect the cable, or remove the battery and insert it again. • If you charge the battery when the cable is overheated or the temperature is too high, the indicator light may turn orange. Charging wi...

Appendixes 97 Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or servic...

Appendixes 100 Camera specifications Shutter speed • Smart Auto: 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec. • Program: 1 - 1/2,000 sec. • Night: 8 - 1/2,000 sec. Exposure Control Program AE Metering Multi, Spot, Center-weighted, Face Detection AE Compensation ±2EV (1/3EV steps) ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, ...

Appendixes 104 Glossary 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 ...

Appendixes 107 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 108 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 109 Smile Shot 47 Facial brightness 32 Facial imperfections 32 Flash Auto 42Fill in 42Off 41Red-eye 42Red-eye Fix 42Slow Sync 42 Focus area Center AF 45Multi AF 45Tracking AF 45 Focus distance Macro 43Normal (AF) 43 Format 84 Frame rate 35 Function button 14 Function description 83 Digita...