Samsung WB351F - Manual

4 Health and safety information Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts. Doing so may damage the screen or external or internal components. Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables,...

5 Outline of the User Manual Basic functions 19 Learn about what is in the product box, the camera’s layout, what the icons mean, and basic shooting functions. Extended functions 43 Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode. Shooting options 66 Learn how to set the options ...

6 Indicators used in this manual Mode Indicator Smart Auto T Program p Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual G Smart Mode s Best Face i Magic Plus g Settings n Wireless Network w Shooting mode icons These icons appear in the text when a function is available in a mode. See the example below. N...

7 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...

8 Special features of your camera Reading NFC tag information (Tag & Go) Install the Samsung SMART CAMERA App on an NFC-enabled device, and then place the device’s NFC antenna near the camera’s NFC tag. The Samsung SMART CAMERA App launches automatically. If the app is not installed, a prompt to...

9 Special features of your camera Using AutoShare When you capture a photo with your camera, the photo is saved to a smart phone automatically. The camera connects to the smart phone wirelessly. 4 Select the camera from the list and connect the smart phone to the camera. • If a pop-up message appear...

10 Special features of your camera Using MobileLink You can send files easily from your camera to a smart phone. The camera connects wirelessly to smart phones that support the MobileLink feature. 4 Select the camera from the list and connect the smart phone to the camera. • If a pop-up message appe...

11 Special features of your camera Using Remote Viewfinder You can remotely control your camera from a smart phone. The camera connects to the smart phone wirelessly. Use the smart phone as a remote shutter release with the Remote Viewfinder feature. The captured photo will appear on the smart phone...

12 Shooting samples – Macro You can capture close up shots of small subjects, such as flowers or insects. The example image may differ from the actual photo that you capture. 1 Select the macro option ( ). 2 Capture a photo. Special features of your camera

13 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. 69) • If the photo has already been captured, select ...

14 Quick reference Capturing photos of people • s Smart mode > Beauty Face f 51 • i Best Face mode f 54 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 69 • Face Detection/Self-Portrait f 78 • Smile Shot f 79 Capturing photos at night or in the dark • s Smart mode > Sunset, Silhouette,...

15 Contents Extended functions ....................................................................................................... 43 Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................................................. 44 Using the Program mode ...............................

16 Contents Shooting options ............................................................................................................ 66 Selecting a resolution and quality ..................................................................... 67 Selecting a resolution ...............................

17 Contents Playback/Editing ............................................................................................................. 90 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ................................................. 91 Starting Playback mode ...........................................

18 Contents Using photo or video sharing services ........................................................... 132 Accessing a sharing service ................................................................................ 132 Uploading photos or videos .................................................

Unpacking ……………………………………… 20 Camera layout …………………………………… 21 Using the DIRECT LINK button ………………… 23 Inserting the battery and memory card ……… 24 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ……………………………………… 25 Charging the battery …………………………… 25 Turning on your camera ……………………… 25 Performing the ...

Basic functions 20 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 G Battery charger Memory card/Memory card adapter • The illustrations may differ slightly from the it...

Basic functions 21 Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. Tripod mount Power button Internal antenna* * Avoid contact with the internal antenna while using a wireless network. Lens Shutter button AF-assist light/Timer lamp Flash* * While no...

Camera layout Basic functions 23 Buttons Button Description Start recording a video. Access options or menus. Go back. Basic functions Other functions D Change the display option. Move up c Change the macro option. Move down F Change the flash option. Move left t Change the timer and burst options. ...

Basic functions 24 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 down to release the battery. Memory card Push the card gently until it disengage...

Basic functions 25 Charging the battery and turning on your camera Turning on your camera Press [ X ] to turn your camera on or off. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 26) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ P ]. The camera turns on and...

Basic functions 26 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 27 8 Press [ c ] to select Date Type , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. 9 Press [ D / c ] to select a date type, and then press [ o ]. 10 Press [ c ] to select Time Type , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. 11 Press [ D / c ] to select a time type, and then pre...

Basic functions 28 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. 1 2 3 Icon Description Sound Alive onIntelli zoom onOptical Image Stabil...

Basic functions 29 Selecting modes Use the mode dial to select a shooting mode or function. Rotate the mode dial to a desired mode. You can also select an icon on the Mode screen in some modes. Icons on the Mode screen Icon Description T Smart Auto : Capture a photo with a Scene mode selected automa...

Basic functions 31 Selecting options or menus Press [ m ] or [ / f ] to select an option or a menu. You can also touch the screen to select an option or a menu. For example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode: 1 Rotate the mode dial to p . 2 Press [ m ]. Exit Select EV White Balance IS...

Selecting options or menus Basic functions 32 3 Press [ D / c ] to select White Balance , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. EV White Balance ISO Flash Focus Exit Select 4 Press [ F / t ] to select an option. Back Adjust White Balance : Daylight 5 Press [ o ] to save your settings. Selecting by touch To...

Selecting options or menus Basic functions 33 • 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 minimize the discolorations. • The touch screen may not work properly if you use the camera in ex...

Selecting options or menus Basic functions 34 Using Smart Panel Press [ / f ] or touch on the screen to select an option or a menu. Some options are not available depending on the menu you select. For example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode: 1 Rotate the mode dial to p . 2 Press [ ...

Basic functions 35 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 [ D ] repeatedly to change the display type. Mode Display type Shooting • Hide all information about ...

Setting the display and sound Basic functions 36 Setting the option display view You can hide or show the option display appearing in some modes. Press [ o ] repeatedly. • Hide the option display. • Show the option display. Option display OK: Panel Off ▲ For example, in Photo Filter mode Setting the...

Basic functions 37 1 Rotate the mode dial to T . 2 Align your subject in the frame. 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. 5 Press [ P ] to view the captured photo. • T...

Capturing photos Basic functions 38 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 39 Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use Intelli zoom. By using both Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 42 times. Zoom indicator O...

Capturing photos Basic functions 40 Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. S Before correction S After correction 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select OIS . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Off : OIS is deactivated. On : OIS is activated. p A h M • OIS m...

Basic functions 41 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 42 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 44 1 Rotate the mode dial to T . 2 Align your subject in the frame. • The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate scene icon appears at the top left of the screen. The icons are listed below. Icon Description LandscapesScenes with bright white backgroundsLandscapes at...

Extended functions 46 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 the desired options. • For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options". (p. 66) 3 A...

Extended functions 47 Aperture value The aperture is a hole that lets light into the camera. The aperture housing contains thin, metal plates that open and close, widening or narrowing the aperture, and controlling the amount of light that enters the camera. The size of the aperture is closely relat...

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Extended functions 48 Using the Aperture Priority mode The Aperture Priority mode allows you to set the aperture value manually while the camera automatically selects an appropriate shutter speed. 1 Rotate the mode dial to G . 2 Select . ...

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Extended functions 49 Using the Shutter Priority mode The Shutter Priority mode allows you to set the shutter speed manually while the camera automatically selects an appropriate aperture value. 1 Rotate the mode dial to G . 2 Select . • ...

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Extended functions 50 Using the Manual mode The Manual mode allows you to adjust both the aperture value and the shutter speed manually. 1 Rotate the mode dial to G . 2 Select . • To select another mode when the mode dial is set to G , pr...

Extended functions 51 Using the Smart mode In Smart mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific scene. Option Description Rich Tone Capture multiple photos of the same subject with different exposure values, and then synthesize them to create a vibrant photo. Panorama C...

Using the Smart mode Extended functions 52 5 With [ Shutter ] pressed, slowly move the camera in the direction that will let it capture the rest of the panorama. • Arrows pointing in the direction of motion are displayed, and the entire shooting image is displayed in the preview box. • When the scen...

Extended functions 54 Using the Best Face mode In Best Face mode, you can capture multiple photos and replace faces to create the best possible image. Use this mode to select the best image for each individual when capturing group photos. 5 Touch the best image from the 5 faces that were captured. •...

Extended functions 55 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 Rotate the mode dial to g . 2 Select . • To select another mode when the mode dial is set to g , press [ b ] or touch , ...

Using the Magic Plus mode Extended functions 56 6 Drag the corner of the box to adjust the size. 7 Drag the selected frame to place it to a desired location. 8 Press [ o ]. 9 Adjust the transparency by moving the sliders or touching the +/- icons to adjust. Transparency 10 Align your subject in the ...

Using the Magic Plus mode Extended functions 57 Using the Motion Photo mode In Motion Photo mode, you can capture and combine a series of photos, and then select an area to be animated to create a GIF animation. 1 Rotate the mode dial to g . 2 Select . • To select another mode when the mode dial is ...

Using the Magic Plus mode Extended functions 58 Using the Photo Filter mode Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye Sketch 1 Rotate the mode dial to g . 2 Select . • To select another mode when the mode dial is set to g , press [ b ] or touc...

Using the Magic Plus mode Extended functions 59 4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 5 Press [ Shutter ] to capture a photo. • Depending on the option you select, the resolution may change to or less automatically. • To apply filter effects to saved photos, pr...

Using the Magic Plus mode Extended functions 60 Using the Effect Artist mode In Effect Artist mode, you can capture a photo with various filters or texture effects, and then add brush or pen effects to it. 1 Rotate the mode dial to g . 2 Select . • To select another mode when the mode dial is set to...

Using the Magic Plus mode Extended functions 61 6 Touch or , and then draw an area to apply an effect. 7 Touch an editing icon to edit the selected area. • Rotate [ Zoom ] to the right to enlarge a portion of the photo. Icon Description Switch the applied option.Select a brush effect.Select a pen ef...

Using the Magic Plus mode Extended functions 62 Using the Color Brush mode In Color Brush mode, you can capture a photo with filter effects, and then make an area clearer or more colorful by drawing a line on it. 1 Rotate the mode dial to g . 2 Select . • To select another mode when the mode dial is...

Using the Magic Plus mode Extended functions 63 Using the Soccer Frame Mode (WB2014F only) In Soccer Frame mode, you can apply various soccer frame effects to your photos. 1 Rotate the mode dial to g . 2 Select . • To select another mode when the mode dial is set to g , press [ b ] or touch , and th...

Extended functions 64 1 Rotate the mode dial to p , G , s , i , g or T . • This feature may not be supported in some modes. 2 Set desired options. • For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options". (p. 66) 3 Press (Video recording) to start recording. • While recording a video, press [ c ...

Recording a video Extended functions 65 Recording a video with the Smart Scene Detection function In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. 1 Rotate the mode dial to T . 2 Set the desired options. • For a list of options...

Shooting options 67 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Setting the video resolution 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Movie Size . 3 Select an option. Icon Description 1920 X 1080 : High-quality HD files to play back on an HDTV. ...

Selecting a resolution and quality Shooting options 68 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 [ m ]. 2 Select Quality ....

Shooting options 69 Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Using the flash Press the flash pop-up button to pop the flash up. When the flash unit pops up, the flash fires in accordance with the option you have selected. If you select Off , the flash doe...

Shooting in the dark Shooting options 70 Setting a flash option Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 Press the flash pop-up button to open the flash. 2 In Shooting mode, press [ F ]. T p A h M s g 3 Select an option. Icon Description Off : •...

Shooting in the dark Shooting options 71 Icon Description Slow Sync : • The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer. • This option is recommended when you want to capture more ambient light to reveal more details in the background. • Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. • The cam...

Shooting in the dark Shooting options 72 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. U...

Shooting options 73 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). T p A h M s ...

Changing the camera’s focus Shooting options 74 Adjusting the focus manually 1 In Shooting mode, press [ c ]. 2 Select Manual Focus . 3 Press [ F / t ] to adjust the focus. • You can also drag the slider or touch +/- to adjust the focus. Back Set Manual Focus : 50 4 Press [ o ] to save your settings...

Changing the camera’s focus Shooting options 75 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 Focus Area . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Center AF : Focus ...

Changing the camera’s focus Shooting options 76 4 Press [ Shutter ] to capture the photo. • 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 back...

Changing the camera’s focus Shooting options 77 Using One Touch Shot You can capture a photo with the touch of your finger. As you touch a subject, the camera focuses on the subject automatically and captures a photo. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Touch AF → One touch shot . 3 Touch the ...

Shooting options 78 Detecting faces Your camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in one scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 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 ...

Using Face Detection Shooting options 79 Capturing a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Face Detection → Smile Shot . 3 Compose your shot. • The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a...

Shooting options 80 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. 3 Press [ F / t ] to adjust the exposure. • You can also drag the dial on the screen to adjust the exposure. • The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases. Back Se...

Adjusting brightness and color Shooting options 81 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 82 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 83 Customizing preset White Balance options You can customize preset White Balance options except Auto WB and Custom Set . 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select White Balance . 3 Scroll to a desired option. 4 Press [ D ]. 5 Press [ D / c / F / t ] ...

Adjusting brightness and color Shooting options 84 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 85 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...

Using burst modes Shooting options 86 Using the timer 1 In Shooting mode, press [ t ]. 2 Select an option. Icon Option 2 sec : Capture a photo after a 2-second delay. 10 sec : Capture a photo after a 10-second delay. • Press [ Shutter ] to cancel the timer. • In some modes, you can also set the shoo...

Shooting options 87 Adjusting images Adjust the sharpness, contrast, or saturation of your photos. p A h M 4 Press [ F / t ] to adjust each value. • You can also drag the sliders or touch +/- to adjust the values. Sharpness Description – Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for editing the phot...

Shooting options 88 Setting the sound of the zoom When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom. Use the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. T p A h M s i g 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Voice . 3 Select an option. Icon Description S...

Shooting options 89 Capturing still images while recording a video You can capture still images while recording a video without switching to the photo shooting modes (up to 6 photos). T p A h M s i g • Captured images will be automatically resized, depending on the size of the recorded video. • The ...

Playback/Editing 91 Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos stored in your camera. 1 Press [ P ]. • The most recent file will be displayed. • If the camera is off, it will turn on and display the most recent file. 2 Press [ F / t ] to scroll through files. • You can also drag the image lef...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 92 Video file information File Information Icon Description Current file/Total filesFolder name-File nameVideo fileGIF file: The file captured in Motion Photo modeProtected filePlay videosTransfer or share the fileView files as thumbnails (p...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 94 3 Select a list to open it. 4 Select a file to view it. 5 Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left to return to the previous view. • You can also touch to return to the previous view. If you change the category, it may take some time for the camera to...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 96 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 Back Crop To...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 97 Viewing panoramic photos View photos captured in Panorama mode. 1 In Playback mode, scroll to a panoramic photo. • The entire panoramic photo appears on the screen. 2 Press [ o ] or touch . • The camera automatically scrolls through the p...

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playback/Editing 98 5 Select Start Slide Show . 6 View the slide show. • Press [ o ] to pause the slide show. • Press [ o ] again to resume the slide show. Press [ b ] to stop the slide show and return to Playback mode. Playing a video In Playback mode, you ...

Playback/Editing 99 Resizing photos Change the size of a photo and save it as a new file. 1 Rotate the mode dial to g , and then select . • You can also press [ m ], and then select Edit Image . 2 Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left or touch to select a photo. 3 Touch , and then touch an option. Resize : 25...

Editing a photo Playback/Editing 100 Cropping a photo 1 Rotate the mode dial to g , and then select . • You can also press [ m ], and then select Edit Image . 2 Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left or touch to select a photo. 3 Touch , and then drag the frame to a desired location. 4 Adjust the size of the a...

Editing a photo Playback/Editing 101 Option Description Vignetting Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Ink Painting Apply ink sketching effect. Oil Painting Apply an oil painting effect. Cartoon Apply a cartoon effect. Cross Filter Add lines tha...

Editing a photo Playback/Editing 102 4 Press [ F / t ] to adjust the option. • You can also drag the slider or touch +/- to adjust the option. 5 Touch → . 6 Touch to save. Adjusting portrait photos Learn how to correct red-eye and retouch faces. The camera will save an edited photo as a new file, bu...

Playback/Editing 103 Editing a video While playing back a video, you can trim the video or capture an image from the video. 10 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes . • The original video should be at least 10 seconds long. • You can trim videos anywhere between 2 seconds from the beginning an...

Playback/Editing 104 Viewing files on a TV 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 the A/V video source with the TV remote control. 7 Turn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters Playback mode when you connect it t...

Playback/Editing 105 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 Rotate the mode dial to n . 2 Select Conn...

Transferring files to a computer Playback/Editing 106 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 bott...

Transferring files to a computer Playback/Editing 107 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 108 Using programs on a computer i-Launcher allows you to play back files with Multimedia Viewer and provides links so that you can download useful programs. 5 Turn on the camera. 6 Install i-Launcher on the PC. OS How to Install Windows When the pop-up window prompts you to install...

Using programs on a computer Playback/Editing 110 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 Others USB 2.0 port Opening i-Launcher On your computer, select Start → All Programs...

Using programs on a computer Playback/Editing 111 Using Multimedia Viewer Multimedia Viewer allows you to play back files. On the Samsung i-Launcher screen, click Multimedia Viewer . • Multimedia Viewer supports the following formats: - Videos: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9), AVI (M...

Using programs on a computer Playback/Editing 112 Viewing videos 1 6 8 5 4 3 7 2 No. Description 1 File name 2 Adjust the volume. 3 Open the selected file. 4 Move to the next file. 5 Stop 6 Pause 7 Move to the previous file. 8 Progress bar

Using programs on a computer Playback/Editing 113 Updating the firmware On the Samsung i-Launcher screen, click Firmware Upgrade . Downloading the PC Auto Backup program On the Samsung i-Launcher screen, click PC Auto Backup . For information about installing the PC Auto Backup program, refer to pag...

Wireless network 115 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 APSecured APWPS APSignal strengthPress [ t ] or touch to open AP setting options. •...

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network 116 Setting network options 1 In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then press [ t ] or touch . 2 Select each option, and then enter the required information. Option Description Network Password Enter the network passwo...

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network 117 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 ...

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network 118 Entering text Learn how to enter text. The icons in the table below let you move the cursor, change the case, etc. Press [ D / c / F / t ] to move to a desired key, and then press [ o ] to enter the key. You can also touch a ...

Wireless network 119 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 devic...

Wireless network 120 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 o...

Wireless network 121 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. S...

Sending photos or videos to a smart phone Wireless network 122 6 On the camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera. • If the smart phone has been connected to your camera before, it is connected automatically. • If you select Select Files from Camera (Connect to multiple smartphones) , ...

Wireless network 123 1 On the camera, rotate the mode dial to w . 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 before turning ...

Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release Wireless network 124 7 On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus. • The focus is automatically set to Multi AF . 8 Release to capture the photo. • The photo will be stored on the smart phone in its original size. • If the GPS feature is activated on ...

Wireless network 125 Using the Baby Monitor Use the Baby Monitor feature to connect the camera to a smart phone and monitor a location. • The Baby Monitor feature is supported by smart phones that support WVGA (800 X 480) or higher resolution and run the Android OS or iOS. Some features may not be s...

Using the Baby Monitor Wireless network 126 Adjusting the noise level for alarm activation You can set the level of noise that will activate an alarm while using sound monitoring. Press [ D / c ] to adjust the noise level. Noise level for alarm activation : When the camera detects noise that exceeds...

Wireless network 127 Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos You can send photos or videos that you captured with the camera to a PC wirelessly. Sending photos or videos to a PC 1 Rotate the mode dial to w . 2 Select . • If the pop-up message that prompts you to download the application appears, ...

Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos Wireless network 128 3 Select a backup PC. 4 Select OK . • To cancel sending, select Cancel . • You cannot select individual files to back up. This function backs up only new files on the camera. • The backup's progress will be shown on both the PC monitor ...

Wireless network 129 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. 118) Storing your information 1 Rotate the mode dial to w . ...

Sending photos or videos via email Wireless network 130 Setting an email password 1 Rotate the mode dial to w . 2 Select . 3 Press [ m ]. 4 Select Setting Password → On . • To deactivate the password, select Off . 5 When the pop-up appears, select OK . • The pop-up disappears automatically even if y...

Wireless network 132 Accessing a sharing service 1 Rotate the mode dial to w . 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. 115) 5 Enter your ID and password to log in. • For information about enter...

Wireless network 134 Using Samsung Link to send files You can upload files from your camera to the Samsung Link online storage or to registered devices, or view files on a Samsung Link device connected to the same AP. 3 Enter your ID and password, and then select Login → OK . • For information about...

Using Samsung Link to send files Wireless network 135 Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link 1 Rotate the mode dial to w . 2 Select → Nearby devices . • If the guide message appears, select OK . • The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently...

Settings menu …………………………………………………… 138 Accessing the settings menu ……………………………… 138 Sound ………………………………………………………… 139 Display ……………………………………………………… 139 Connectivity ………………………………………………… 140 General ……………………………………………………… 141 Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings.

Settings menu Settings 139 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, switch modes, or touch the screen on or off. ( Off , On *) Shutter Sound Set the sound the camera emit...

Error messages …………………………………………………… 144 Camera maintenance …………………………………………… 145 Cleaning your camera ……………………………………… 145 Using or storing the camera ………………………………… 146 About memory cards ………………………………………… 147 About the battery …………………………………………… 150 Before contacting a service center …………………………… 154 C...

Appendixes 144 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 145 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 146 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 147 • 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 148 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 219 432 640 245 483 715 288 567 836 341 669 984 418 817 1,196 638 1,228...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 149 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 150 About the battery Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Battery specifications Specification Description Model SLB-10A Type Lithium-ion battery Cell capacity 1,030 mAh Voltage 3.7 V Charging time* (when the camera is switched off ) Approximately 240 min * Charging th...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 151 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 152 • If you reconnect the power cable when the battery is fully charged, the status lamp turns on for approximately 30 minutes. • Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly. Charge the battery until the red status lamp turns off. • If the status l...

Camera maintenance Appendixes 153 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 154 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 157 Image sensor Type 1/2.3" (Approximately 7.77 mm) BSI CMOS Effective pixels Approximately 16.3 mega-pixels Total pixels Approximately 16.7 mega-pixels Lens Focal length Samsung Lens 21x Zoom Lens f = 4.1–86.1 mm (35 mm film equivalent: 23–483 mm) F-stop range F2.8 (W)–F5.9 (T) Digi...

Appendixes 161 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 162 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 163 Image sensor The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for each pixel in the image. Each photosite records the brightness of the light that strikes it during an exposure. Common sensor types are CCD (Charge-coupled Device) and CMOS (Complementary Metal O...

Glossary Appendixes 164 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 165 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 166 A AF-assist light Location 21Settings 142 AF Sound 139 Aperture Priority mode 48 Aperture value 47 Auto Backup 127 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) Playback mode 101Shooting mode 81 AutoShare 120 A/V port 21 B Baby Monitor 125 Battery Caution 151Charging 25Inserting 24 Best face mode 54 Br...