Samsung Camera WB1000 User Manual

This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read

this manual thoroughly.
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Quick reference
Contents
User Manual Basic functions
WB1000 Extended functions
Shooting options
Playback/Editing
Appendixes
Index
Health and safety information
Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight

Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or
others Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to
people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject’s
Caution—situations that could cause damage to your eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.
camera or other equipment
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care
Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information
t Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers.
Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries
or damage to your camera.
t Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations
Safety warnings when disposing of used batteries.
t Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices,
Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may
gases and liquids explode when overheated.
Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or flammable

chemicals. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or
explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its Safety precautions
accessories.
Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly
Keep your camera away from small children and pets t Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can cause serious
Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water
children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious damage to your camera can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present
physical dangers as well.
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t Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from
temperatures for an extended period of time. Prolonged damage
exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause
permanent damage to your camera’s internal components. t Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very
hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F).
t Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or
Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your
poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and
batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.
internal components.
t Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as
t Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an
this can create a connection between the + and – terminals
extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode
of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery
over time and cause serious damage to your camera.
damage.
t Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it on
t Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or
beaches or in other similar areas.
foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a
t Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, and soft cloth before inserting in your camera.
excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.
t Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory
t Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and card.
installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors,
t Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impact
improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries
or pressure.
and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and
accessories. t Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other
cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with
t Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s
your camera.
compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to
improper use may not be covered by your warranty. t Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.
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Use only Samsung-approved accessories Exercise caution when using the camera in humid
environments
Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera,
cause injury, or void your warranty. When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm
and humid one, condensation can form on the delicate electronic
Protect your camera’s lens circuitry and memory card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour
until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera.
t Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolour
the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
Check that the camera is operating properly before use
t Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your
lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth. The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or
damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper
use.
Important usage information
Allow only qualified personnel to service your camera

Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or
attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results
from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life

t Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is
finished, disconnect the cable from your camera.
t Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be
recharged before use.
t Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.
t Use batteries only for their intended purpose.
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Organisation of the user manual
Basic functions 10
©2009 SAMSUNG DIGITAL IMAGING CO., LTD.
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic
Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be functions for shooting.
changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera
functions. Extended functions 25
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and
how to record a video or voice memo.
Copyright information Shooting options 37

t Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
t HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition Playback/Editing 58
Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice
trademarks of HDMI Licencing LLC. memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to
t QuickTime® and QuickTime® logo are trademarks or connect your camera to your computer, photo printer,
registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., used TV, or HDTV.
under licence.
Appendixes 79
Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.
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Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual
Shooting mode Indication Icon Function
Smart Auto S Additional information
Auto a
Safety warnings and precautions
Program p
Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] (represents the
Aperture Priority A [ ]
shutter button)
Shutter Priority h
( ) Page number of related information
Manual n
User u The order of options or menus you must select to
perform a step; for example: Select Functions White
DUAL IS d
Balance (represents select Functions, and then White
Scene s Balance)
Movie v * Annotation
Shooting mode icons

These icons indicate that a function is available in the Abbreviations used in this manual
corresponding modes. The s mode may not support functions
for all scenes. Abbreviation Definition
ACB Auto Contrast Balance
e.g.)
AEB Auto Exposure Bracket
AF Auto Focus
Available in the
Program, Aperture DIS Digital Image Stabilisation
Priority, Shutter DPOF Digital Print Order Format
Priority, DUAL IS,
and Movie modes EV Exposure Value
OIS Optical Image Stabilisation
WB White Balance
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Expressions used in this manual
Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness)

tHalf-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down The amount of light that enters your camera determines the
t Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed,
aperture value, and ISO speed. By altering the exposure, your
photos will be darker or lighter.
Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)
Subject, background, and composition

t Subject: the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal,
or still life
t Background: the objects around the subject
t Composition: the combination of a subject and background
Subject
Composition
Background
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Quick reference
Taking photos of people Adjusting the exposure (brightness) t Viewing files by category in
Smart Album  60
t s mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children  28 t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light)  43 t Deleting all files on the
t Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) t EV (to adjust exposure)  50 memory card  61
 41 t ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright t Viewing files as a slide show
t Face Detection  47 backgrounds)  50  63
t Metering  51 t Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
t AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with  70
Taking photos at night or in the dark different exposures)  55 t Connecting your camera to a
computer  73
t s mode > Night, Dawn, Firework  28 t Adjusting sound and volume
t Flash options  41 Applying a different effect  81
t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light)  43 t Adjusting the brightness of
t Photo styles (to apply tones)  56 the display  81
t Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or t Changing the display
Taking action photos contrast)  57 language  81
t Setting the date and time
t h mode  32  82
t Continuous, Motion Capture  55 Reducing camera shake t Formatting the memory card
 82
t Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS)  22 t Troubleshooting  90
Taking photos of text, insects, or
t d mode  27
flowers
t s mode > Close Up, Text  28
t Macro, Auto Macro, Manual Focus (to take close-up
photos)  44
t White balance (to change the colour tone)  51
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Contents
Basic functions ...................................................................... 10 Using the User mode ........................................................ 34
Unpacking ......................................................................... 11 Configuring your settings ...................................................... 34
Camera layout ................................................................... 12 Using your custom settings .................................................. 34
Icons ................................................................................. 14 Recording a video ............................................................. 35
Turning your camera on or off ........................................... 15 Recording voice memos ................................................... 36
Mini dashboard ................................................................... 15 Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 36
Selecting options ............................................................... 16 Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 36
Setting the display and sound ........................................... 18
Changing the display type .................................................... 18 Shooting options ................................................................... 37
Setting the sound ................................................................ 19 Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 38
Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 38
Taking photos .................................................................... 20
Selecting image quality ........................................................ 38
Zooming ............................................................................. 21
Reducing camera shake (OIS) .............................................. 22 Using the timer .................................................................. 39
Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 23 Shooting in the dark .......................................................... 41
Preventing red-eye .............................................................. 41
Extended functions .............................................................. 25 Using the flash .................................................................... 41
Using the Smart Auto mode .............................................. 26 Adjusting the amount of flash ................................................ 42
Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... 43
Using the DUAL IS mode .................................................. 27
Using the Scene mode ...................................................... 28 Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ 44
Using macro ....................................................................... 44
Adjusting face tone and hiding imperfections ......................... 28
Setting the focus distance .................................................... 44
Using the frame guide .......................................................... 29
Using selection focus .......................................................... 45
Using the Program mode .................................................. 30
Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... 46
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority,
or Manual mode ................................................................ 31 Using face detection ......................................................... 47
Using the Aperture Priority mode ........................................... 32 Detecting faces ................................................................... 47
Using the Shutter Priority mode ............................................. 32 Taking a self-portrait shot ...................................................... 48
Using the Manual mode ....................................................... 33 Taking a smile shot .............................................................. 48
Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 49
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Contents
Adjusting brightness and colour ........................................ 50 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV ........................................... 70

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... 50 Transferring files to your computer .................................... 72
Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... 50 For Windows users ............................................................. 72
Changing the metering option ............................................... 51 For Mac users ..................................................................... 77
Selecting a light source (White balance) ................................. 51 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ............... 78
Using burst modes ............................................................ 55
Improving your photos ...................................................... 56 Appendixes ............................................................................ 79
Applying photo styles ........................................................... 56 Camera settings menu ...................................................... 80
Defining your own RGB tone ................................................ 56 Accessing the settings menu ................................................ 80
Adjusting your photos .......................................................... 57 Sound ................................................................................ 81
Display ............................................................................... 81
Playback/Editing ................................................................... 58 Settings .............................................................................. 82
Playing back ...................................................................... 59 Error messages ................................................................. 85
Starting Playback mode ....................................................... 59 Camera maintenance ........................................................ 86
Viewing photos ................................................................... 63 Cleaning your camera .......................................................... 86
Playing a video .................................................................... 64 About memory cards ........................................................... 87
Playing voice memos ........................................................... 65 About the battery ................................................................. 88
Editing a photo .................................................................. 66 Before contacting a service centre .................................... 90
Resizing photos .................................................................. 66 Camera specifications ....................................................... 93
Rotating a photo .................................................................. 66 Index ................................................................................. 98
Applying photo styles ........................................................... 67
Defining your own RGB tone ................................................ 67
Correcting exposure problems ............................................. 68
Creating a print order (DPOF) ................................................ 69
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Basic functions
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions
for shooting.
Unpacking ………………………………………………… 11
Camera layout …………………………………………… 12
Icons ………………………………………………………… 14
Turning your camera on or off ………………………… 15
Mini dashboard ……………………………………………… 15
Selecting options ………………………………………… 16
Setting the display and sound ………………………… 18
Changing the display type ………………………………… 18
Setting the sound …………………………………………… 19
Taking photos ……………………………………………… 20
Zooming …………………………………………………… 21
Reducing camera shake (OIS) ……………………………… 22
Tips for getting a clearer photo ………………………… 23
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Optional accessories
Camera AC adapter/USB cable
Camera case Memory cards
Sold as a set
Rechargeable battery Strap Software CD-ROM

(User manual included)
HDMI cradle manual Remote control
A/V cable Quick Start Manual Cradle HDMI cable

(for charging the battery (for viewing high-resolution
and connecting your camera images or playing videos)
The illustrations may differ from your actual items. to an HDTV or PC)
Basic functions 11
Camera layout
Before you start, familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.
Shutter button
POWER button
Mode dial Mini dashboard (p. 15)
(See below)
Remote
control Flash
sensor USB and A/V port
AF-assist light/
timer lamp
Lens
Tripod mount
Battery chamber cover

Insert a memory card and battery
Icon Mode Description Icon Mode Description

Take a photo by letting the camera select a Take a photo by adjusting both the aperture value
S Smart Auto
scene mode as it detects
n Manual
and shutter speed
a Auto
Take a photo quickly and easily with minimal u User Take a photo with options that you have pre-set
settings
Take a photo with options suitable for reducing
p Program Take a photo by setting options d DUAL IS
camera shake
A Aperture Priority
Take a photo by adjusting the aperture value s Scene Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene
(The shutter speed is set automatically.)
v Movie Record a video
Take a photo by adjusting the shutter speed
h Shutter Priority
(The aperture value is set automatically.)
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Camera layout
Microphone
Speaker Zoom button
t Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.
Microphone t Zoom in on part of a photo, view files as thumbnails,
or adjust volume in Playback mode.
Display Status lamp

t Blinking: When saving a photo or video, being read by
a computer or printer, or out of focus
t Steady: When connecting to a computer or in focus
(See below)
Button Description Button Description
m Access options or menus. o Confirm the highlighted option or menu.
When pressing: Playback Enter Playback mode.

t Move up/down/left/right
t Set the following options in Shooting mode: t Access options in Shooting mode.
Function
[D]: Display type/[M]: Macro/[F]: Flash/ t Delete files in Playback mode.
Smart [t]: Timer
Control Dial* * Referred to Navigation button in this manual
When rotating:
(Navigation)
t Scroll to an option or menu
t Adjust shutter speed, aperture, or exposure value
in Shooting mode
t Scroll through files in Playback mode
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Icons
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
A A. Information B. Icons on the right

Icon Description Icon Description
Selected shooting mode Flash
Zoom ratio Flash customised

B
Timer
Available number of photos
Focus distance
Available recording time
Photo style
Internal memory
Face detection
C Memory card inserted Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS)
t : Fully charged Face tone
t : Partially charged Face retouch
t : Charging needed Image adjustment
Aperture value (contrast, sharpness, saturation)
Voice muted
Shutter speed
Voice memo C. Icons on the left

Auto focus frame Icon Description
Exposure value
Camera shake
White balance
Current date and time White balance customised
Histogram (p. 18) ISO speed
Photo resolution
Grid lines
Video resolution
Photo quality
Frame rate
Metering option
Burst type
Basic functions 14
Turning your camera on or off
Learn how to start your camera.
Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. Mini dashboard

While the camera is turned on, Mini dashboard shows you the
remaining capacity of the battery and memory card.
t When exposing the camera to a hot and humid environment,

condensation can form on the gauges.
t If the hand of a gauge keeps spinning around, contact a service
centre.
t The gauge and the battery and memory card icon on the display may
show different capacities.
Turning on your camera in Playback mode
Press [P]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode
immediately.
Press and hold [P] to mute camera sounds.
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Selecting options
You can select options by pressing [m] and rotating or pressing the navigation button.
You can also access shooting options by pressing [f] but some options are not available.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Going back to the previous menu

Press [m] again to go back to the previous menu.
2 Rotate or press the navigation button to scroll to an
option or menu. Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.
t Press [D] or [M] to move up or down; press [F] or [t] to
move left or right.
t Rotate the navigation button any direction.
3 Press [o] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.
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Selecting options
E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode 4 Rotate the navigation button or press [D] or [M] to
scroll to White Balance and then press [t] or [o].
1 Rotate the mode dial to p.
EV
White Balance
WB Fine-tuning
ISO
Face Detection
Photo Size
2 Press [m].
Exit
Quality
Back
EV
Functions White Balance
WB Fine-tuning
5 Rotate the navigation button or press [F] or [t] to
Sound scroll to a white balance option.
ISO
Display Face Detection
Settings Photo Size
Quality Daylight
Exit Change
3 Rotate the navigation button or press [D] or [M] to

scroll to Functions and then press [t] or [o].
Back Move
6 Press [o].
Basic functions 17
Setting the display and sound
Learn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences.
Changing the display type About a histogram

Select a style of display for Shooting or Playback mode. A histogram is a graph that displays how light is distributed in your
photo. If the histogram has a high peak on the left, your photos
Press [D] repeatedly to change a display type. are dark. A peak on the right of the graph means that your photos
are bright. The height of the peaks is related to colour information.
The more of a particular colour, the taller the peak.
Underexposed Well Exposed Overexposed
Mode Description
t Display all information about shooting
t Hide information about shooting, except the
Shooting
available number of photos
t Display grid lines and histogram
t Display all information about the current photo
t Hide all information about the current file
Playback
t Display information about the current file, except the
shooting settings and histogram
Basic functions 18
Setting the display and sound
Setting the sound

Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you
operate your camera.
1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m].
2 Select Sound Beep Sound an option.

Option Description
Off The camera does not emit any sounds.
1/2/3 The camera emits sounds.
3 Press [m] to return to the previous mode.
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Taking photos
Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.
1 Rotate the mode dial to a. 3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

t A green frame means the subject in focus.
2 Align your subject in the frame.
4 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.
See page 23 for tips to get clearer photos.
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Taking photos
Zooming Digital zoom

You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using
camera has a 5X optical zoom and 5X digital zoom. By using the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you
both, you can zoom in up to 25 times. use the digital zoom.
Push [Zoom] up to zoom in on your subject. Push [Zoom] down Optical range Zoom indicator
to zoom out.
Zoom ratio
Zoom in Digital range
t The digital zoom is not available when using S, d, s (in

some scenes), and v modes and when used with Face Detection.
t It may take longer to save a photo when using the digital zoom.
Zoom out
The zoom ratio available for videos differs.
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Taking photos
Reducing camera shake (OIS) t OIS may not function properly when:
Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. - you move your camera to follow a moving subject
- you use digital zoom
- there is too much camera shake
- the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when you select Night in the s
mode)
- the battery is low
- you take a close-up shot
t If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred
Before correction After correction by the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when
you use a tripod.
t If the camera is impacted, the display will be blurry. In this case, turn
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. off the camera and turn it on again to use the OIS function correctly.
2 Select Functions OIS an option.

Option Description
Off: Deactivate the OIS function.
On: Activate the OIS function.
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Tips for getting a clearer photo
Holding your camera correctly Reducing camera shake
Make sure nothing is t Set the Optical Image Stabilisation option to

blocking the lens. reduce camera shake optically. (p. 22)
t Select the d mode to reduce camera shake
both optically and digitally. (p. 27)
Half-pressing the shutter button When is displayed
When shooting in the dark, avoid

Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the setting the flash option to Slow
focus. Focus and exposure will be Sync or Off. The aperture remains
adjusted automatically. open longer and it may be harder
to hold the camera still.
t Use a tripod or set the flash
option to Fill in. (p. 41)
t Set ISO speed options. (p. 43)
The aperture value and Camera shake
shutter speed are set.
Focus frame
t Press [Shutter] to take the photo
if displayed in green.
t Change the frame and half-press
[Shutter] again if displayed in red.
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Preventing your subject from being out of focus
It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: t When you take photos in low light
- there is little contrast between the subject and background
(When your subject is wearing a colour of clothing that is similar to the Turn on the flash.
background) (p. 41)
- the light source behind the subject is too bright
- the subject is shiny
- the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds
- the subject is not positioned in the centre of the frame
t When subjects are moving fast
Use the continuous

or motion capture
function. (p. 55)
Use the focus lock

Half-press [Shutter] to focus. When the subject is in focus,
you can reposition the frame to change the composition.
When you are ready, press [Shutter] to take your photo.
Basic functions 24
Extended functions
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to
record a video or voice memo.
Using the Smart Auto mode …………………………… 26

Using the DUAL IS mode ………………………………… 27
Using the Scene mode …………………………………… 28
Adjusting face tone and hiding imperfections …………… 28
Using the frame guide ……………………………………… 29
Using the Program mode ……………………………… 30
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority,
or Manual mode …………………………………………… 31
Using the Aperture Priority mode ………………………… 32
Using the Shutter Priority mode …………………………… 32
Using the Manual mode …………………………………… 33
Using the User mode …………………………………… 34
Configuring your settings …………………………………… 34
Using your custom settings ………………………………… 34
Recording a video ………………………………………… 35
Recording voice memos ………………………………… 36
Recording a voice memo …………………………………… 36
Adding a voice memo to a photo ………………………… 36
Using the Smart Auto mode
In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a defected type of scene. It will be helpful if you
are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.
1 Rotate the mode dial to S. Icon Description
2 Align your subject in the frame. Appears when taking portraits.

t The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate Appears when taking close-up photos.
mode icon will appear at the top left of the screen.
Appears when taking close-up photos of text.
Appears when the camera and subject are stable for a
while.
Appears when taking photos of actively moving subjects.
3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.
4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
Icon Description t If the camera does not recognise a proper scene mode, will not
change and the default settings will be used.
Appears when taking photos of landscapes.
t Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait
Appears when taking photos of bright backgrounds. mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
t The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting
Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the
This is available only when the flash is off. subject.
Appears when taking portraits at night. t Even if you use a tripod, the mode may not be detected depending
on the subject's movement.
Appears when taking photos of landscapes with
backlighting.
Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.
Extended functions 26
Using the DUAL IS mode
Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilisation functions.
Before correction After correction
1 Rotate the mode dial to d.
2 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]

to focus.
t The digital zoom will not work in this mode.

t The photo will be corrected optically only when taken with a light
source that is brighter than fluorescent light.
t If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry.
t Set the Optical Image Stabilisation option to reduce camera shake in
different shooting modes. (p. 22)
Using the Scene mode
Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene.
1 Rotate the mode dial to s. Adjusting face tone and hiding imperfections
2 Select a scene. Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.
1 Rotate the mode dial to s.
Frame Guide 2 Select Beauty Shot.
3 To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face

only), press [m].
This mode is appropriate for shooting with
pre-composed scenes.
4 Select Functions Face Tone an option.
t Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter.
t To change the scene mode, press [m] and select Scene

a scene. Level 2
t For the Beauty Shot mode, see “Adjusting face tone and
hiding imperfections.”
t For the Frame Guide mode, see “Using the frame guide” on
page 29.
3 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] Back Move
to focus.
4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. 5 To hide facial imperfections, press [m].
Using the Scene mode
6 Select Functions Face Retouch an option. Using the frame guide
t Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can
imperfections. compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame
guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing
the part of the pre-composed scene.
Level 1
1 Rotate the mode dial to s.
2 Select Frame Guide.
3 Align your subject in the frame and press [Shutter].

Back Move t Transparent guides will appear on the left and right of the
frame.

to focus.
The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro.
Cancel Frame: OK
4 Ask another person to take a photo.

t The person must align the subject in the frame by using the
guides, and then press [Shutter] to take the photo.
5 To cancel the guides, press [o].
Using the Program mode
Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) in the Program mode.
1 Rotate the mode dial to p.
2 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting

options.”)
EV
Back Move

to focus.
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode
Adjust aperture value or shutter speed to control the exposure of your photos. You can use these options in the Aperture Priority, Shutter
Priority, and Manual modes.
Aperture value Shutter speed

The aperture is a hole through which light is admitted. You can Shutter speed controls how long the camera's shutter remains
adjust the aperture value to control how much light reaches the open when you capture a photo. When you decrease the shutter
lens when you capture a photo. By decreasing the aperture value speed, more light enters your camera and the photo will appear
(opening the aperture wider), more light will enter and objects that brighter. However, a slower shutter speed can also result in blurry
are farther away will appear out of focus. This is good for close- photos if either the subject or the camera is moving.
up or portrait shots to draw attention to the main subject. When you increase the shutter speed, the photo will appear
Alternatively, as you increase the aperture value, objects from darker. However, a faster shutter speed will also reduce the
near to far are in sharp focus. This is good for landscape shots to blurring if your subject or the camera is in motion.
show the entire scope of the scene.
Slow shutter speed Fast shutter speed

Big aperture value Small aperture value
Using the Aperture Priority mode Using the Shutter Priority mode
The Aperture Priority mode allows you to manually set the The Shutter Priority mode allows you to manually set the shutter
aperture value while the camera automatically selects an speed while the camera automatically selects an appropriate
appropriate shutter speed. aperture value.
1 Rotate the mode dial to A. 1 Rotate the mode dial to h.
2 Rotate the navigation button to adjust the aperture value. 2 Press [o] and rotate the navigation button to adjust the
t See page 31 for more information about the aperture value. shutter speed.
t See page 31 for more information about the shutter speed.
3 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting

options.”) 3 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting
options.”)
to focus. 4 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
to focus.
Using the Manual mode 5 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting
The Manual mode allows you to manually adjust both the aperture options.”)
value and the shutter speed.
1 Rotate the mode dial to n. to focus.
2 Rotate the navigation button to adjust the aperture value. 7 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
3 Press [o] to select the shutter speed.
4 Rotate the navigation button to adjust the shutter speed.
Using the User mode
You can manually set shooting options and save them as your own shooting mode.
Configuring your settings Using your custom settings

1 Rotate the mode dial to p, A, h or n. 1 Rotate the mode dial to u.
2 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting 2 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
options.”) to focus.
3 Press [m]. 3 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
4 Select Functions User Registration and press [o].

You can update option settings in the u mode.
User Registration
Back Move
5 Select Yes.
t The options you set are saved to the user mode.
Recording a video
Record videos of up to 20 minutes in length in high definition. The recorded video is saved as an H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) file.
• H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format 4 Press [m].

established by international standard organisations ISO/IEC and ITU-T.
• Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In this 5 Select Functions → Voice → a sound option.
case, set a lower resolution. (p. 38) Option Description
• When the Optical Image Stabilisation ( ) is activated, your video may
be recorded with the OIS operation sound.
On: Record a video with sound. (While you are zooming,
sound recording will be interrupted.)
Off: Record a video without sound.
1 Rotate the mode dial to v.
2 Press [m]. 6 Set other options as desired.
(For options, refer to “Shooting options.”)
3 Select Functions → Frame Rate → a frame rate (the
number of frames per second). 7 Press [Shutter] to start recording.
• As the number of frames increases, action appears more 8 Press [Shutter] again to stop recording.
natural, but the file size is increased.
60 FPS is available only when the video resolution is 320 x 240.

To pause recording
The camera allows you to pause temporarily while recording a
video. With this function, you can record your favourite scenes as
a single video.
Press [o] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume.
Recording voice memos apAhnds
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 40 cm away from the camera.
Recording a voice memo Adding a voice memo to a photo

1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Functions Voice Record. 2 Select Functions Voice Memo.
3 Press [Shutter] to record. 3 Align your subject in the frame and take a photo.
t You will begin recording a voice memo right after taking the
photo.
4 Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).

t Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.
Stop Pause
t Press [o] to pause or resume recording.

t You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length.
4 Press [Shutter] to stop.

t Press [Shutter] again to record a new voice memo.
5 Press [m] to switch to Shooting mode.
Shooting options
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 38 Adjusting brightness and colour ………… 50
Selecting a resolution ………………………… 38 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ………… 50
Selecting image quality ………………………… 38 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ………… 50
Using the timer ……………………………… 39 Changing the metering option ………………… 51
Selecting a light source (White balance) ……… 51
Shooting in the dark ………………………… 41
Preventing red-eye …………………………… 41 Using burst modes ………………………… 55
Using the flash ………………………………… 41 Improving your photos ……………………… 56
Adjusting the amount of flash ………………… 42 Applying photo styles ………………………… 56
Adjusting the ISO speed ……………………… 43 Defining your own RGB tone ………………… 56
Changing the camera’s focus ……………… 44 Adjusting your photos ………………………… 57
Using macro …………………………………… 44
Setting the focus distance …………………… 44
Using selection focus ………………………… 45
Adjusting the focus area ……………………… 46
Using face detection ………………………… 47
Detecting faces ………………………………… 47
Taking a self-portrait shot ……………………… 48
Taking a smile shot …………………………… 48
Detecting eye blinking ………………………… 49
Selecting a resolution and quality
Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.
Selecting a resolution SapAhndsv When recording a video:

As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include
more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on
1 In the v mode, press [m].
a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will
also increase.
2 Select Functions Movie Size an option.
Option Description
When taking a photo: 1280 X 720 HQ: Play back high-quality files on an HDTV.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 1280 X 720: Play back on an HDTV.
2 Select Functions Photo Size an option. 640 X 480: Play back on a general TV.
Option Description 320 X 240: Post on a web page.
4000 X 3000: Print on A1 paper.

3984 X 2656: Print on A2 paper in wide ratio (3:2).
3968 X 2232: Print on A2 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) Selecting image quality apAhnds
or play back on an HDTV. Photos you take are compressed and saved in JPEG format.
2976 X 2976: Print on A2 paper in square ratio (1:1). Higher quality images will result in larger sizes.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Functions Quality an option.
Option Description
1920 X 1080: Print on A5 paper or play back on an
HDTV. Super Fine
1024 X 768: Attach to email. Fine
Normal
Shooting options 38
Using the timer SapAhndsv
Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting.
1 In Shooting mode, press [t]. Option Description

Remote: Take a photo in 2 seconds each time you
press the shutter button on the remote control.
Off
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
2 Select an option. 3 Press [Shutter] to start the timer.

Option Description t The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will
automatically take a photo at the specified time.
Off: The timer is not active.
10 Sec: Take a photo in 10 seconds. t Press [t] to cancel the timer.
t Depending on the selected face detection option, the timer is not
2 Sec: Take a photo in 2 seconds.
available or some timer options are not available.
Double: Take a photo in 10 seconds and take another
in 2 seconds.
Motion Timer: Detect your movement and then take a
photo. (p. 40)
Shooting options 39
Using the timer
Using the motion timer 6 Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp
is blinking.
1 In Shooting mode, press [t].
t The AF-assist light/timer lamp will stop blinking just before the
2 Select . camera automatically takes a photo.
3 Press [Shutter].
4 Stand within 3 m from the camera within 6 seconds after

pressing [Shutter].
5 Make a motion, such as waving your arms, to activate

the timer.
t The AF-assist light/timer lamp will start to blink rapidly when
the camera detects you.
The motion timer may not work when:

t you are more than 3 m away from the camera
t your movements are too subtle
t there is too much light or backlight
The detection range

of the motion timer
Shooting options 40
Shooting in the dark
Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.
Preventing red-eye aps Using the flash SapAhns
If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need
red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye more light on your photos.
or Red-eye Fix.
1 In Shooting mode, press [F].
Auto
2 Select an option.
Option Description
Off:
t The flash will not fire.
t Camera shake warning ( ) will be displayed when
shooting in low light.
Auto: The camera will select a proper flash setting for the
detected scene in the S mode.
Shooting options 41
Option Description Adjusting the amount of flash pAhn
Red-eye Fix*: Adjust the amount of flash to avoid overexposure or

t The flash fires when the subject or background is dark. underexposure.
t The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced
software analysis. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
Slow Sync:
t The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.
2 Select Functions Flash EVC.
t Select this when you want to capture ambient light to 3 Adjust the amount of flash.
reveal more details in the background.
t Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.
Fill in:
t The flash always fires. 0
t Light intensity is adjusted automatically.
Red-eye*:
t The flash fires when the subject or background is dark.
t The camera reduces red-eyes. Back Move
Auto: The flash fires automatically when the subject or

background is dark. t Adjusting the flash amount may not be effective if:
- the subject is too close to the camera
- you set a high ISO speed
* There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Do not move until
- the exposure value is too big or too small
the flash fires a second time.
t In some shooting modes, you cannot use this function.
t Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select
Self-Portrait or Blink Detection.
t Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance
from the flash. (p. 93)
t If there is reflected light or much dust in the air, tiny spots may appear
on your photo.
Shooting options 42
Adjusting the ISO speed pAhn
The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as

defined by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO).
The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your
camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better
photo without using the flash.
2 Select Functions ISO an option.

t Select to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the
brightness of the subject and lighting.
t The higher ISO speed you select, the more image noise you may get.
t When Motion Capture is set, ISO speed will be set to Auto.
t When you set the ISO speed to 3200, you can select only 3M or
lower resolution.
Shooting options 43
Changing the camera’s focus
Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.
Using macro apAhndv Setting the focus distance apAhndv

Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to
or insects. Refer to macro options in “Setting the focus distance.” your distance from the subject.
1 In Shooting mode, press [M].
Normal (AF)
2 Select an option.
Option Description
t Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.
Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 40 cm
t Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm.
(farther than 80 cm when using zoom).
Macro: Focus on a subject 5-40 cm (50-80 cm when
using zoom).
Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 5 cm
(farther than 50 cm when using zoom).
Manual Focus: Focus on a subject by manually
adjusting the focus distance. (p. 45)
Shooting options 44
Adjusting the focus distance manually Using selection focus pAhnd
1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. You can focus on a particular part of your scene. Select where
you want to focus.
2 Select Manual Focus.
3 Rotate the navigation button to adjust the focus
distance. 2 Select Functions Focus Area Selection AF.
Move Set
t When you adjust the focus distance manually and the subject is out of 3 Rotate or press the navigation button to move the frame
focus, the photo may become blurry. to the area you want to focus and press [o].
t If you use this function, you cannot set the face detection and focus
area options. 4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
t Press [o] to change the focus area.
If you use this function, the face detection options are not available.
Shooting options 45
Adjusting the focus area apAhnds

You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus
area according to your subject’s location in the scene.
2 Select Functions Focus Area an option.

Option Description
Center AF: Focus on the centre (suitable when subjects
are located in the centre).
Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas.
Selection AF: Focus on the area you select. (p. 45)
Shooting options 46
Using face detection apAhnds
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
capture a smiling face.
t Face detection may not be effective when: Detecting faces

- the subject is far from the camera (The focus frame will appear Your camera automatically detects human faces (up to 10 human
orange for Smile Shot and Blink Detection)
faces).
- it is too bright or too dark
- the subject is not facing the camera
- the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask
- the subject is in backlighting or the lighting condition is unstable
- the subject’s facial expression changes remarkably
t Face detection is not available when:
- you use a photo style
- you adjust the saturation
- you set Manual Focus or Selection AF.
t When you use the face detection option, the digital zoom will not work.
t Depending on the selected face detection option, the timer is not
available or some timer options are not available.
t The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Functions Face Detection Normal.

t The closest face appears in a white focus frame and the rest
of the faces appear in gray focus frames.
The closer you are to the subject, the quicker your camera will detect faces.
Shooting options 47
Using face detection
Taking a self-portrait shot Taking a smile shot

Take photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a
close-up and your camera will emit a beep. smiling face.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Functions Face Detection Smile Shot.
t When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect
2 Select Functions Face Detection Self-Portrait. the smile more easily.
3 When your hear a quick beep, press [Shutter].
To turn the beep on or off, select Self-Portrait in the sound settings. (p. 81)
Shooting options 48
Using face detection
Detecting eye blinking

If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take
2 photos in succession.
2 Select Functions Face Detection Blink

Detection.
t Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen.

t When blink detection fails, “Picture taken with eyes closed.”
message appears. Take another photo.
Shooting options 49
Adjusting brightness and colour
Learn how to adjust the brightness and colour for better image quality.
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Compensating for backlighting (ACB) pAh
pAhdv When the light source is behind your subject or there is high
Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos contrast between your subject and the background, your subject
may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto
exposure to get a better photo. Contrast Balance (ACB) option.
Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+)

Without ACB With ACB

2 Select Functions EV.
2 Select Functions ACB an option.
3 Select a value to adjust the exposure.
Option Description
t Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will remain the same. You Off: ACB is off.
may need to change the exposure value later to avoid overexposure
or underexposure. On: ACB is on.
t If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select AEB (Auto
Exposure Bracket). The camera takes photos with different exposures:
normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 55) t The ACB feature is always on in the a mode.
t You cannot set burst options when this feature is on.
Shooting options 50
Changing the metering option pAhndv Selecting a light source (White balance)
The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera pAhndv
measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your The colour of your photo depends on the type and quality of the
photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select. light source. If you want the colour of your photo to be realistic,
select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten, or
2 Select Functions Metering. adjust colour temperature manually. You can also adjust colour for
the preset light sources so that the colours of the photo match
Option Description the actual scene under mixed lighting conditions.
Multi:
t Your camera divides the scene into several areas, and
then measures the light intensity of each area.
t Suitable for general photos.
Spot:
t Your camera measures only the light intensity of the
very centre of the frame. (Auto WB) (Daylight)
t If a subject is not in the centre of the scene, your
photo may be improperly exposed.
t Suitable for a subject with backlighting.
Center–weighted:
t Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire
frame with emphasis placed on the centre.
t Suitable for photos with subjects in the centre of the
(Cloudy) (Tungsten)
frame.
Shooting options 51
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Defining your own white balance
2 Select Functions White Balance an option. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].

Icon Description
2 Select Functions White Balance
Auto WB: Use automatic settings depending on the Measure: Shutter.
lighting conditions.
Daylight: Select when taking outdoor photos on a 3 Aim the lens at a piece of white paper.
sunny day.
Cloudy: Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy
day or in shadows.
Fluorescent_H: Select when shooting under a daylight
fluorescent or three-way fluorescent light.
Fluorescent_L: Select when shooting under white
fluorescent light.
Tungsten: Select when taking indoor photos under
incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps.
Measure: Shutter (Custom setting): Use your
pre-defined settings.
4 Press [Shutter].
Colour Temperature: Adjust the colour temperature of

the light source. (p. 53)
Shooting options 52
Colour temperature Adjusting colour temperature

Colour temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin that
indicates the hue of a specific type of light source. As the colour
temperature increases, the colour distribution becomes cooler. 2 Select Functions White Balance Colour
Alternatively, as the colour temperature decreases, the colour Temperature.
distribution becomes warmer.
3 Adjust the colour temperature.
Clear sky
Fluorescent_H
Cloudy
Daylight
Fluorescent_L Back Move
Halogen lamp
4 Press [o] to save your settings.
Tungsten
Candle light
Shooting options 53
Customising preset white balance options

2 Select Functions → White Balance → a white balance
option.
3 Press [m].
4 Select Functions → WB Fine-tuning → On.
5 Adjust the value on the coordinates.
Back Move
• G: Green
• A: Amber
• M: Magenta
• B: Blue
6 Press [o] to save your setting.
Shooting options 54
Using burst modes pAhns
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.
t You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select
Single.
t When you select Motion Capture, the ISO speed will be set
to Auto.
2 Select Functions Drive an option.

Option Description
Single: Take a single photo.
Continuous:
t While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
photos continuously.
t The maximum number of photos depends on the
capacity of your memory card.
Motion Capture:
t While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
VGA photos (6 photos per second; maximum of 30
photos).
t The camera automatically shows you the photos just
taken and then saves them.
AEB:
t Take 3 photos with different exposures: normal,
underexposed, and overexposed.
t Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.
Shooting options 55
Improving your photos
Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colours, or make some adjustments.
Applying photo styles apAhndsv Defining your own RGB tone

Apply a different photo style to your photos, such as Soft, Vivid,
or Forest. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Functions Photo Style Selector Custom

RGB.
3 Select a colour (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).
Soft Vivid Forest
2 Select Functions Photo Style Selector an option.

t Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone.
Back Move
t Select Normal if you want to use face detection options.

t Depending on the selected photo style, some image adjustment
options are not available.
4 Adjust the amount of the selected colour.
(-: less or +: more)
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Improving your photos
Adjusting your photos pAhn Saturation option Description

Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos. - Decrease the saturation.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. + Increase the saturation.
2 Select Functions Image Adjust.

t Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects. (suitable for printing)
3 Select an adjustment option. t Depending on the selected image adjustment option, some photo
styles are not available.
t Contrast
t Sharpness
t Saturation
4 Select a value to adjust the selected item.

Contrast option Description
- Decrease the colour and brightness.
+ Increase the colour and brightness.
Sharpness option Description

Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for
-
editing the photos on your computer).
Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity
+ of your photos. This may also increase the
noise on your photos.
Shooting options 57
Playback/Editing
Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and
edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera
to your computer, photo printer, TV, or HDTV.
Playing back ……………………………………………… 59

Starting Playback mode …………………………………… 59
Viewing photos ……………………………………………… 63
Playing a video ……………………………………………… 64
Playing voice memos ……………………………………… 65
Editing a photo …………………………………………… 66
Resizing photos …………………………………………… 66
Rotating a photo …………………………………………… 66
Applying photo styles ……………………………………… 67
Defining your own RGB tone ……………………………… 67
Correcting exposure problems …………………………… 68
Creating a print order (DPOF) ……………………………… 69
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV ………………………… 70
Transferring files to your computer …………………… 72
For Windows users ………………………………………… 72
For Mac users ……………………………………………… 77
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) …… 78
Playing back
Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing files.
Starting Playback mode Display in Playback mode

View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your
camera.
1 Press [P].
t The most recent file you have taken or recorded will be
displayed.
t If the camera is off, it will turn on.
2 Press [F] or [t] or rotate the navigation button to scroll

through files.
t Press and hold [F] or [t] to view files quickly. Icon Description
Photo includes a voice memo
If you want to view files stored in the internal memory, remove your memory
card.
Video file
Print order has been set (DPOF)
Protected file
Folder name – File name
Histogram
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Playing back
Viewing files by category in Smart Album 4 Press [F] or [t] to view files.
View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or t Press and hold [F] or [t] to select a date, file type,
week. weekday, or colour.
1 In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down. 5 Press [o] to return to the normal view.
2 Press [m].
3 Select a category. Viewing files as thumbnails

Scan thumbnails of files.
In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down to display

Type 9 or 20 thumbnails (push [Zoom] up to return to the
Date previous mode).
Colour
Week
Back Set
Option Description
Type View files by the file type.
Date View files by the date they were saved.
Colour View files by the dominant colour of the image. Filter
Week View files by the weekday they were saved.
To Do this
It may take some time for the camera to change the category and Rotate the navigation button or press
Scroll through files
recognise files. [D], [M], [F], or [t].
Delete files Press [f] and select Yes.
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Playing back
Protecting files Deleting files

Protect your files from accidental deletion. Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete protected
files.
1 In Playback mode, press [m].
2 Select File Options Protect Select. To delete a single file,

t To protect all files, select All Lock.
1 In Playback mode, select a file and press [f].
3 Select the file you want to protect and press [o].
2 Select Yes to delete the file.
t Press [o] again to cancel your selection.
To delete multiple files,
1 In Playback mode, press [f].
2 Select Multiple Delete.
3 Select files you want to delete and press [o].

t Press [o] again to cancel your selection.
Select Set
4 Press [f].
4 Press [f].
5 Select Yes.
To delete all files,
2 Select File Options Delete All Yes.
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Playing back
Using the recycle bin Copying files to the memory card

If you activate the recycle bin, files you delete will be sent to the You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card.
recycle bin instead of being deleted permanently. This applies to
single files or selected files only–if you choose to delete all files, 1 In Playback mode, press [m].
those files will not be sent to the recycle bin.
2 Select File Options Copy to Card.
To activate the recycle bin, 3 Select Yes to copy files.
2 Select File Options Recycle Bin On.
To restore files from the recycle bin,
2 Select File Options Recycle Bin Retrieve.
t This function does not work for videos or voice memos.

t It may take longer to delete files when using the recycle bin function.
t If you format the internal memory, all files in the recycle folder will be
deleted.
t The recycle bin will hold up to 10 MB of files. Once you exceed the
10 MB limit, the camera asks you whether to empty the recycle bin.
Select Yes to empty the recycle bin or No to delete only the current
file.
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Playing back
Viewing photos Starting a slide show

Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show. You can apply effects and audio to your slide show.
Enlarging a photo
2 Select Multi Slide Show.

In Playback mode, push [Zoom] up to enlarge a
photo (push [Zoom] down to reduce a photo).
3 Select a slide show effect option.
t Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects.
The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the Option Description
screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary depending on the Set the photos you want to view as a slide show.
resolution. t All: View all photos in a slide show.
Images t Date: View photos captured on a specific date in
a slide show.
t Select: View selected photos in a slide show.
t Select a transition effect.
Effect
t Select Off for no effects.
t Set the interval between photos.
t This is available when Off is selected in the effect
Trim
Interval option.
t When used with effect options other than Off, the
interval will be set to 1 sec.
To Do this
Music Select a background audio.
Move the enlarged area Press [D], [M], [F], or [t].
Trim the enlarged photo Press [o] (it will be saved as a new file).
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Playing back
4 Set the slide show effect. 2 Use the following buttons to control playback.
5 Select Start Play. Press To

t To loop the slide show, select Repeat. [F] Scan backward.
t Press [o] to pause or resume the slide show. [o] Pause or resume playback.
[t] Scan forward.
[Zoom] up or down Adjust the volume level.
Playing a video
You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a
video. Trimming a video during playback
1 In Playback mode, select a video and press [o]. 1 Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to
begin and push [Zoom] up.
2 Press [o] to resume playback.
3 Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to
end and push [Zoom] up.
4 Select Yes.
Pause
t The original video should be at least 10 seconds long.
t The edited video will be saved as a new file.
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Playing back
Capturing an image during playback Playing a voice memo added to a photo
1 Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice
image. memo and press [o].
t Press [o] to pause or resume playback.
2 Press [M].
A captured image will have the same file size as the original video file and will
be saved as a new file.
Playing voice memos

Playing a voice memo
1 In Playback mode, select a voice memo and press [o].
2 Use the following buttons to control playback.

Press To
[F] Scan backward.
[o] Pause or resume playback.
[t] Scan forward.
[M] Stop playback.
[Zoom] up or down Adjust the volume level.
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Editing a photo
Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation.
Edited photos will be saved as new files.
Resizing photos Rotating a photo

1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m].
2 Select Edit Resize an option. 2 Select Edit Rotate an option.
Right 90°
Back Move Back Move
t Select to save the photo as a start image. (p. 81) Depending on the original photo size, the rotated photo may be resized to a
t Available options differ depending on the size of the selected photo. lower resolution.
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Editing a photo
Applying photo styles Defining your own RGB tone

Apply a different photo style to the photo, such as Soft, Vivid, or
Forest. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m].
2 Select Edit Photo StyleSelector Custom RGB.
3 Select a colour (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).
Soft Vivid Forest
1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m].
2 Select Edit Photo StyleSelector an option. Back Move
t Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone.

4 Adjust the amount of the selected colour.
Soft
Back Move
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Editing a photo
Correcting exposure problems Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation

Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or
saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add
noise to the photo. 2 Select Edit Image Adjust.
Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) 3 Select an adjustment option.

t : Brightness
1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. t : Contrast
t : Saturation
2 Select Edit Image Adjust ACB.
4 Select a value to adjust the selected item.
Removing red-eye
1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Adding noise to the photo
2 Select Edit Image Adjust Red-eye Fix.
2 Select Edit Image Adjust Add Noise.

Hiding facial imperfections
2 Select Edit Image Adjust Face Retouch.
3 Select a level.
t As the number increases, the face becomes clearer.
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Editing a photo
Creating a print order (DPOF) 4 Press [m].

Select photos to be printed and set options, such as number of
copies or paper size.
5 Select File Options DPOF Size an option.
Option Description
t The memory card can be taken to a print shop that supports DPOF Select Specify the print size for the selected photo.
(Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a
DPOF-compatible printer at home.
All Specify the print size for all photos.
t Wide photos may print with the left and right edges cut off, so be Reset Reset your settings.
aware of the dimensions of your photos.
t You cannot set the DPOF for the photos stored in the internal memory.
6 If you select Select, scroll to a photo and press [Zoom]
up or down to select the print size. Repeat for the
1 In Playback mode, press [m]. photos you want and press [f].
t If you select All, press [D] or [M] to select the print size
2 Select File Options DPOF Standard an option. and press [o].
Option Description
Select Print the selected photos.
All Print all photos. Printing photos as thumbnails
Reset Reset your settings. 1 In Playback mode, press [m].
3 If you select Select, scroll to a photo and press [Zoom] 2 Select File Options DPOF Index Yes.
up or down to select the number of copies. Repeat for If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF 1.1-compatible
the photos you want and press [f]. printers.
t If you select All, press [D] or [M] to select the number of
copies and press [o].
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Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the provided A/V cable.
1 Select a video signal output according to your country or t On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not
region. (p. 83) appear.
t Images may not appear centred on the TV screen depending on your
2 Turn off your camera and TV. TV settings.
t You can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected
3 Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable. to a TV.
Video Audio
Viewing files on an HDTV

You can view high-quality and uncompressed photos or videos
on an HDTV using the optional HDMI cradle. HDMI (High Definition
Multimedia Interface) is supported by most HDTVs.
For details, see the “HDMI cradle manual.”
1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m].
4 Turn on your TV and select the video output mode using 2 Select Settings HDMI Size.
the TV remote control.
3 Select an HDMI resolution.
5 Turn on your camera and press [P].
4 Turn off your camera and HDTV.
6 View photos or play videos using the buttons on your
camera.
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Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
5 Insert your camera into the cradle and plug the HDMI
cable into the HDTV and the cradle.
Disconnect the A/V cable if it is connected to the cradle.
HDMI cable
6 Turn on your camera.

t The HDTV will be powered on automatically and the camera
screen will be displayed.
7 View files using the buttons on your camera or a remote

control of your camera or HDTV.
If your HDTV supports the Anynet+(CEC) profile, turn the Anynet+ on in the
settings menu (p. 83) to control all connected Samsung A/V devices with the
TV remote control. For details, see the “HDMI cradle manual.”
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Transferring files to your computer
For Windows users Requirements for QuickTime Player 7.5

Transfer files by connecting your camera to your PC. t Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz or higher/AMD Athlin 64FX,
2.6 GHz or higher
t Windows XP service pack2 or Vista
Installing programs
t Minimum 512 MB RAM (1 GB and above recommended)
t 64 MB or greater video card (nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/
Hardware and software requirements ATI X1600 series or higer recommended)
Item Requirements
Pentium III 500 MHz or better t Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are not supported
CPU
(Pentium III 800 MHz or better recommended) may void your warranty.
RAM 256 MB or more (512 MB or more recommended) t The programs may not work properly on 64-bit Edition of Windows
XP and Vista.
OS Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Hard disk
250 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)
capacity
t USB port Programs contained on the CD
t CD-ROM drive Program Purpose
Others t 1024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit colour display compatible Samsung Master Edit photos and videos.
monitor (24-bit colour display recommended)
View videos (H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) files)
t Microsoft Direct X 9.0C or later QuickTime Player 7.5
on a PC.
Adobe Reader View the user manual.
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1 Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. Transferring files to your PC

Once you connect the camera to your PC, the camera will be
2 When the setup screen is displayed, click Samsung recognised as a removable drive.
Digital Camera Installer to start installation.
The battery will be charged while the camera is connected to a PC with the
USB cable.
1 Connect your camera to your PC with the USB cable.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (S) into
your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.
3 Select programs to install and follow the onscreen

instructions.
4 Click Exit to complete the installation and restart your

computer.
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2 Turn on the camera. Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)

t The computer recognises the camera automatically. The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows 2000/Vista
is similar.
If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear. Select
Computer.
1 If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until
it stops.
3 On your PC, select My Computer Removable Disk
2 Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC
DCIM 100SSCAM. screen.
4 Select the files you want and drag or save them to your
PC.
3 Click the pop-up message.
4 Remove the USB cable.
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Using Samsung Master 2 Click Next and follow the onscreen instructions.
You can download files or edit photos or videos stored on your
PC. For details, see the Help menu.
This program does not support editing of video files (H.264 (MPEG-4.
AVC)) on the camera.
Downloading files using Samsung Master

When you connect the camera to the PC, a window for
downloading files automatically appears.
1 Select the files you want to download.

No. Description
Select a location for downloaded files.
Click to download the selected files.
Thumbnails of files; click an image to download.
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Using the Samsung Master Interface No. Description

Toolbar

Menus
Click for more information about the program.
Click to enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list.
Change the mode.
t : View mode
t : Edit mode for photos
t : Edit mode for videos
Preview information about the selected file.
The photos in the selected folder; double-click to switch to
full-screen view.

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For Mac users 2 Turn on the camera.

When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the t The computer recognises the camera automatically and a
computer will recognise the device automatically. You can transfer removable disk icon will be displayed.
files directly from the camera to the computer without installing
any programs. 3 Double-click the removable disk icon.
4 Transfer photos or videos to the computer.

Requirements for QuickTime Player 7.5
t 1.8 GHz Power Mac G5/1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo or higher
t Mac OS X version 10.3.9 or later
t Minimum 256 MB RAM (1 GB and above recommended)
t 64 MB or greater video card
1 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the

USB cable.
You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (S) into
your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.
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Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge)
Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer.
1 With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer Configuring print settings
with the USB cable.
Images : One Photo
Size : Auto
Layout : Auto
Type : Auto
Quality : Auto
Exit Print
2 Turn on your camera.
t The printer recognises the camera automatically.
Option Description
t If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear. Images: Select whether to print the current photo or all
Select Printer. photos.
t If your printer has the mass storage feature, you must first set the
USB mode to Printer in the settings menu. (p. 84)
Size: Specify the size of the print.
Layout: Create thumbnail prints.
Type: Select the type of paper.
3 Press [F] or [t] to select a photo.
Quality: Set the printing quality.
t Press [m] to set printing options. See “Configuring print
settings.” Date: Set to print the date.
File Name: Set to print the name of the file.
4 Press [o] to print.
Reset: Reset the print options.
t Printing starts. Press [F] to cancel printing.
Some options are not supported by some printers.
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Appendixes
Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.
Camera settings menu …………………………………… 80

Accessing the settings menu ……………………………… 80
Sound ……………………………………………………… 81
Display ……………………………………………………… 81
Settings ……………………………………………………… 82
Error messages …………………………………………… 85
Camera maintenance …………………………………… 86
Cleaning your camera ……………………………………… 86
About memory cards ……………………………………… 87
About the battery …………………………………………… 88
Before contacting a service centre …………………… 90
Camera specifications …………………………………… 93
Index ………………………………………………………… 98
Camera settings menu
Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings.
Accessing the settings menu 3 Select an option and save your settings.
1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Volume

Start Sound
Off
Low
2 Select a menu. Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
Medium
High
AF Sound
Volume
Functions Self-Portrait : On
Start Sound
Sound Shutter Sound
Beep Sound Back Set
Display
AF Sound
Settings Self-Portrait
4 Press [m] to return to the previous screen.
Exit Change
Menu Description
Sound: Set various camera sounds and volume.
(p. 81)
Display: Customise the display settings, such as
language and brightness. (p. 81)
Settings: Change the settings for the camera system,
such as memory format, default file name, and USB
mode. (p. 82)
Appendixes 80
Sound Display
* Default * Default
Item Description Item Description
Adjust the volume of any sound. Language Select a language for the display text.
Volume
(Off, Low, Medium*, High) Function Display a brief description of an option or menu.
Select a sound to be emitted when turning on your Description (Off, On*)
Start Sound Set a start image to display when the camera turns on.
camera. (Off*, 1, 2, 3)
t Off*: Display no start image.
Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the
Shutter Sound t Logo: Display a default image stored in the internal
shutter button. (Off, 1*, 2, 3)
memory.
Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the
Beep Sound t User Image: Display the image you want. (p. 66)
buttons or switching modes. (Off, 1*, 2, 3) Start Image
t Only one start image will be saved in the internal
Set a sound to be emitted when half-pressing the memory.
AF Sound
shutter button. (Off, On*) t If you select a new photo as a start image or reset
your camera, the current image will be deleted.
Set a sound to be emitted when the camera
Self-Portrait t A wide image or image in 3:2 ratio cannot be set
detects your face. (Off, On*) as a start image.
Select a type of the grid lines that helps you to
Grid line
compose a scene. (2 X 2*, 3 X 3, X, +)
Adjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto*, Dark,
Display Normal, Bright)
Brightness
Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if Auto is selected.
Set the duration for reviewing a captured image or

Quick View video before returning to Shooting mode.
(Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec)
If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the
camera automatically switches to Power save mode
Power Save
(press any button to deactivate the Power save mode).
(Off*, On)
Appendixes 81
Settings
* Default * Default
Format the internal memory and the memory card Specify how to name files.
(all files-including the protected files-will be deleted). t Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when
(Yes, No) inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory
Format If you use a memory card used with cameras from card, or deleting all files.
different manufacturers or a memory card reader, or one t Series*: Set the file number to follow the previous
formatted on a computer, your camera may read the
file number when inserting a new memory card,
card incorrectly. Format the card before using it.
formatting a memory card, or deleting all files.
Reset menus and shooting options (date and time, t The default name of the first folder is 100SSCAM
Reset language, and video output settings will not be reset). and the default name of the first file is SDC10001.
File No.
(Yes, No) t The file number increases one by one from
SDC10001 to SDC19999.
Set the date and time and select a date format.
Date & Time t The folder number increases one by one from
(dd/mm/yyyy, mm/dd/yyyy, yyyy/mm/dd, Off*) 100SSCAM to 999SSCAM.
Time Zone Select a region and set the daylight-saving time (DST). t The maximum number of files that can be stored in
one folder is 9999.
t The camera defines file names according to the
Digital rule for Camera File system (DCF) standard.
If you change the names of files intentionally, the
camera may not play back the files.
Appendixes 82
* Default * Default

Set whether to display the date and time on your Set the video signal output according to your
photos when printing. (Off*, Date, Date & Time) region.
t The date and time will be displayed on the t NTSC*: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan,
Imprint
bottom-right corner of the photo in yellow. Mexico.
t The date and time may not be printed on some Video Out t PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria,
printer models. Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany,
t If you select Text in the s mode, the date and
England, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand,
time will not be displayed.
Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Set the camera to automatically turn off when you Thailand, Norway.
are not using it. (Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 min, Set an assistant light to help you focus in dark
10 min) AF Lamp
places. (Off, On*)
t Your settings will not change after replacing the
Auto Power Off battery. Set to control the camera connected to a Samsung
t The camera will not automatically turn off when: HDTV that supports Anynet+(CEC) with the TV
- it is connected to a computer or printer remote control.
Anynet+
- you are playing a slide show or videos t On*: Control the camera with an HDTV remote
- you are recording a voice memo
(HDMI-CEC)
control.
t Off: View files without using an HDTV remote
control.
Appendixes 83
* Default
Item Description
Select a resolution when playing back files on an
HDTV with the HDMI cradle.
(NTSC: 1080i*, 720p, 480p/
HDMI Size PAL: 1080i*, 720p, 576p)
If the HDTV does not support the selected resolution,
the HDTV automatically selects the next lower
resolution.
Set the function to use via a USB connection with a

computer or printer.
t Auto*: Set your camera to select a USB mode
automatically.
USB
t Computer: Connect your camera to a computer
for transferring files.
t Printer: Connect your camera to a printer for
printing files.
Appendixes 84
Error messages
When the following error messages appear, try these remedies.
Error message Suggested remedies

t Turn off your camera and then turn it on again.
Card Error t Remove your memory card and insert it again.
t Format your memory card. (p. 82)
Unlock the memory card.
Card Locked
File names do not match the DCF standard.

DCF Full Error Transfer the files on the memory card to your
computer and format the card. (p. 82)
Delete the damaged file or contact a service
File Error
centre.
Low Battery Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery.
Low Light Turn on the flash. (p. 41)
Delete unnecessary files or insert a new memory
Memory Full
card.
Take photos or insert a memory card that has
No Image File
some photos.
Appendixes 85
Camera maintenance
Cleaning your camera Camera body

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Camera lens and display
Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with
a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a
piece of cleaning paper and wipe gently.
t Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These

solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction.
t Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens
cover.
Appendixes 86
Camera maintenance
About memory cards Memory card capacity

The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes
Memory cards you can use or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB
SD card:
You can use SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (Secure Digital High
Capacity), or MMC (Multimedia Card) memory cards. Super
Size Fine Normal 60 FPS 30 FPS 15 FPS
fine
Terminal 142 274 389 - - -
162 302 426 - - -
Write-protect switch 195 355 509 - - -
P -
h 195 355 509 - -
Label (front) o 204 361 518 - - -
t
o 327 547 764 - - -
s
514 774 1028 - - -
You can prevent files from being deleted by using a write-protect
switch on the SD or SDHC card. Slide the switch down to lock or 840 1104 1387 - - -
slide it up to unlock. Unlock the card when shooting. -
1420 1612 1807 - -
Approx. Approx.
- - - -
12’ 22’’ 22 min
*
V Approx. Approx.
i - - - -
13’ 57’’ 25 min
d
e Approx. Approx.
o - - - -
24min 46 min
s
Approx. Approx. Approx.
- - -
49 min 70 min 91 min
* The recordable time may vary if you use the zoom.

Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total
recording time.
Appendixes 87
Camera maintenance
About the battery Battery life

Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Shooting time / Shooting conditions
Number of photos (when the battery is fully charged)
Battery specifications This is measured under the following
conditions: in the a mode, 12M
Mode SLB-11A resolution, Fine quality, OIS on.
Type Lithium-ion battery
1. Set the flash option to Fill in, take
Cell capacity 1,130 mAh a single shot, and zoom in or out.
Voltage 3.8 V Approx. 150 min/ 2. Set the flash option to Off, take a
Photos
Approx. 300 photos single shot, and zoom in or out.
Charging time
Approx. 150 min 3. Perform steps 1 and 2 for 30
(when the camera is switched off)
seconds and repeat for 5 minutes.
Then turn off the camera for
1 minute.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3.
Record videos at 640 x 480 resolution
Videos Approx. 140 min
and 30 fps.
• The figures above are measured by Samsung’s standards and may differ
depending on actual usage.
• Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording
time.
Appendixes 88
Camera maintenance
Notes about charging the battery

t If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted
correctly.
t Turn off your camera when charging.
t Turn on your camera after charging the battery for more than 10
minutes.
t Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly.
Charge the battery until the indicator light turns green.
t If the indicator light blinks in red or does not illuminate, reconnect the
cable, or remove the battery and insert it again.
t If you charge the battery when it is warm, the indicator light may turn
orange. Charging will start when the battery cools down.
Notes about charging with a computer connected

t Use only the provided USB cable.
t The battery may not be charged when:
- you use a USB hub
- other USB devices are connected to your computer
- you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your
computer
- the USB port of your computer does not support the power output
standard (5 V, 500 mA)
Appendixes 89
Before contacting a service centre
If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service centre. If you have attempted
the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service centre.
Situation Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies

t Make sure that the battery is inserted. t There is no space on the memory card.
Cannot turn on the t Make sure that the battery is inserted Delete unnecessary files or insert a new
camera correctly. card.
t Charge the battery. t Format the memory card. (p. 82)
t Charge the battery. t The memory card is defective. Get a new
memory card.
t Your camera may be in Power save
The power turns off mode. (p. 81) Cannot take photos t The memory card is locked. Unlock the
suddenly card. (p. 85)
t The camera may turn off to prevent the
memory card from being damaged due t Make sure that the camera is switched
to an impact. Turn on your camera again. on.
t Charge the battery.
t The battery may lose power more quickly
in low temperatures (below 0° C). Keep t Make sure that the battery is inserted
the battery warm by putting it into your correctly.
pocket. The camera freezes Remove the battery and insert it again.
The camera is losing t Using the flash or recording videos t The flash option may be set to Off.
battery power quickly depletes the battery quickly. Recharge The flash does not (p. 41)
if needed. work t You cannot use the flash in the d,
t Batteries are consumable parts that must v, or some s modes.
be replaced over time. Get a new battery
The flash fires The flash may fire due to static electricity.
if the battery life is diminishing quickly.
unexpectedly This is not a malfunction of the camera.
Appendixes 90

The date and time are Set the date and time in the display settings An incorrect white balance can create
The colours in the
incorrect menu. unrealistic colour. Select the proper white
photo do not match
The display or buttons balance option to suit the light source.
Remove the battery and insert it again. the actual scene
do not work (p. 51)
The memory card has The memory card has not been reset. Your photo is overexposed.
an error Format the card. (p. 82) t Adjust the exposure value. (p. 50)
t Adjust the aperture value or the shutter
If you change the name of a file, your The photo is too bright
speed. (p. 31)
camera may not play the file (the name of
Cannot play back files the file should meet the DCF standard). If t Turn off the flash. (p. 41)
you encounter this situation, play back files t Adjust the ISO speed. (p. 43)
on your computer. Your photo is underexposed.
t If the subject is out of focus, the photo t Adjust the exposure value. (p. 50)
may be blurry. Select the appropriate t Adjust the aperture value or the shutter
focus according to your distance from The photo is too dark
speed. (p. 31)
your subject. (p. 44) t Turn on the flash. (p. 41)
The photo is blurry
t Make sure that the subject is within range t Adjust the ISO speed. (p. 43)
of the flash. (p. 93)
The wide-angle lens may create distortions
t Make sure that the lens is clean. If not, The photo is distorted on the image. This is the normal feature of
clean the lens. (p. 86)
the wide-angle lens.
Appendixes 91

t Make sure that the camera is correctly The codec installed in your computer may
connected to the external monitor with not be compatible with the video files you
The TV does not
the A/V cable. want to play. Use QuickTime® Player or
display your photos
t Make sure that your memory card install Codec Pack Full.
contains photos.
t Using QuickTime® Player 7.5
t Make sure that the USB cable is
connected correctly. 1. Install QuickTime® Player 7.5 which
Your computer does supports MP4 (H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC)).
t Make sure that your camera is switched
not recognise your 2. Play videos using QuickTime® Player.
on.
camera
t Make sure that you are using a Your computer cannot t Using Codec Pack Full
supported operating system. play videos 1. Install the latest version of Codec
Your computer Pack Full.
The file transmission may be interrupted by
disconnects the 2. Play videos using the media player
static electricity. Disconnect the USB cable
camera while (Media Player Classic or Windows
transferring files
and connect it again.
Media Player 11 recommended).
t Install QuickTime® Player 7.5 or K-Lite
Codec Pack Full on Windows XP SP2
or later.
t Depending on your computer
environment, the video playback may be
intermittent.
Appendixes 92
Camera specifications
Image sensor Shutter speed

Type 1/2.33" (Approx. 1.09 cm) CCD t Auto: 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec.
t Program: 1 - 1/2,000 sec.
Effective pixels Approx. 12.2 mega-pixels
t Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual: 16 - 1/2,000 sec.
Total pixels Approx. 12.4 mega-pixels t Night: 8 - 1/2,000 sec.
Lens t Firework: 4 sec.
Schneider-KREUZNACH lens f = 4.3 - 21.5 mm Exposure

Focal length
(35 mm film equivalent: 24 - 120 mm) Program AE, Shutter Priority AE, Aperture Priority AE,
Control
F-stop range F2.8 (W) - F5.8 (T) Manual Exposure
t Still image mode: 1.0X - 5.0X Metering Multi, Spot, Center-weighted

Digital zoom
t Play mode: 1.0X - 12.5X (depending on image size) Compensation ±2EV (1/3EV steps)
Display ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Type AMOLED Flash
Feature 3.0" (7.62 cm), hVGA+ (518,400 dots) Mode Off, Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Red-eye Fix
Focusing t Wide: 0.3 m - 5.2 m (ISO Auto)
Range
TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Selection AF, t Tele: 0.5 m - 2.5 m (ISO Auto)
Type
Manual Focus)
EVC ±1EV (1/2 steps)
Wide (W) Tele (T) Recharging time Approx. 5 sec.
Normal 40 cm - infinity 80 cm - infinity
Shake reduction
Range Macro 5 cm - 40 cm 50 cm - 80 cm
Auto Macro 5 cm - infinity 50 cm - infinity
DUAL IS [Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) +
Digital Image Stabilisation (DIS)]
Manual 5 cm - infinity 50 cm - infinity
Appendixes 93
Camera specifications
Effect • Format: H.264 (Max recording time: 20 min)

• Photo Style Selector: Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest, • Stereo recording with volume control and mute in
Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB zooming
Shooting mode
• Image Adjust: Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation • Size: 1280 x 720 High Quality, 1280 x 720
Standard Quality, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
White Balance Videos • Frame Rate: 60 FPS, 30 FPS, 15 FPS
Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, • Voice: Off, On
Custom Set, Colour Temperature • OIS: On, Off
Shooting
• Video editing (embedded): Pause during recording,
Still image capture, Time trimming
• Modes: Smart Auto (Macro, Macro Text, White, • Effect: Photo Style Selector
Landscape, Action, Tripod, Night, Night Portrait,
Backlight, Backlight Portrait, Portrait), Auto, Playback
Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, Single image, Thumbnails, Multi slide show,
User, DUAL IS, Movie, Scene (Beauty Shot, Night, Type
Movie clip, Smart Album
Photos Portrait, Children, Landscape, Text, Close Up,
Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Firework, Beach & Snow, Edit Resize, Rotate, Photo Style Selector, Image Adjust
Frame Guide)
• Drive: Single, Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB • Photo Style Selector: Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest,
Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB
• Timer: Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer, Effect
Remote
• Image Adjust: ACB, Red-eye Fix, Face Retouch,
Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Add Noise
Voice recording
• Voice Recording (Max 10 hours)
• Voice Memo in a photo (Max. 10 sec.)
• Stereo recording
Appendixes 94
Storage Interface
t Internal memory: Approx. 76 MB Digital output
USB 2.0 (34 pin)
t External memory (Optional) connector
- SD card (up to 4 GB guaranteed) Audio output Mono (Internal speaker), Stereo (Microphone)
Media - SDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed)
- MMC Plus (up to 2 GB guaranteed, t AV: NTSC, PAL (selectable)
4 bit 20 MHz) t HDMI 1.2: NTSC, PAL (selectable)
Internal memory capacity may not match these Video output
HDMI is available when it is connected to the optional
specifications.
cradle.
t Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1,
DC power input
PictBridge 1.0 34 pin, 4.4 V
File format connector
t Video: MP4 (H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC))
t Audio: WAV Power source
For 1GB SD Rechargeable

Lithium-ion battery (SLB-11A, 1,130 mAh)
battery
Super fine Fine Normal
4000 x 3000 142 274 389 Power adapter (SAC-48), USB cable (CB34U05),
AC adapter
A/V cable (SCC-AV34)
3984 x 2656 162 302 426
3968 x 2232 195 355 509 Cradle (Optional) SCC-HD2
2976 x 2976 195 355 509 The power source may differ depending on your region.
Image size 3264 x 2448 204 361 518
Dimensions (W x H x D)
2592 x 1944 327 547 764
2048 x 1536 514 774 1028 97 x 61 x 21 mm
1920 x 1080 840 1104 1387 Weight
1024 x 768 1420 1612 1807
160 g (without battery and memory card)
These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard
conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions
and camera settings.
Appendixes 95
Operating temperature
0 - 40˚ C
Operating humidity
5 - 85 %
Software
Samsung Master, QuickTime® Player 7.5, Adobe Reader
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Appendixes 96
Correct Disposal of This Product Correct disposal of batteries in this product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems)
countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other
it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the
of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains
human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive
from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of, these substances
sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should can cause harm to human health or the environment.
contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their
local government office, for details of where and how they can take this To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please
item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through
their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase your local, free battery return system.
contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial
wastes for disposal.
The rechargeable battery incorporated in this product is not user
replaceable. For information on its replacement, please contact your
service provider.
Samsung Eco-mark
It is Samsung’s own symbol mark is used to
effectively communicate Samsung’s environmental
friendly product activities to the consumers. The
mark represents Samsung’s continuous effort on
development of environmental conscious products.
Appendixes 97
Index
A B D F
ACB 50, 68 Battery Date and time 82 Face detection
Charging 89 Blink Detection 49
Adjusting Deleting files 61
Life 88 Normal 47
Brightness 68
Specifications 88 Digital Image Stabilisation 27 Self-portrait 48
Contrast
in Playback mode 68 Digital zoom 21 Smile Shot 48
Battery gauge 15
in Shooting mode 57
Disconnecting the device 74 Facial brightness 28
Saturation Beauty Shot mode 28
In Playback mode 68 Display brightness 81 Facial imperfections 28
Blink detection 49
in Shooting mode 57
Display type 18 Flash
Sharpness 57 Burst
Auto 42
Auto Exposure Bracket DPOF 69
Adobe Reader 72 Fill in 42
(AEB) 55
AF Lamp 83 Continous 55 Dual IS mode 27 Off 41
Motion capture 55 Red-eye 42
AF Sound 81
Red-eye Fix 42
E
Anynet+ 83 Slow Sync 42
C Editing 66
Aperture Priority mode 32 Focus area
Camera shake 23 Enlarging 63 Center AF 46
Aperture value 31
Capturing an image 65 Error messages 85 Multi AF 46
Auto Contrast Balance Selection AF 46
(ACB) 50, 68 Cleaning Exposure 50
Body 86
Auto mode 20
Display 86
Lens 86
Appendixes 98
Index
Focus distance L Muting Q

Auto Macro 44 Camera 15
Light source QuickTime Player 72
Macro 44 (White balance) 51 Video 35
Manual Focus 44 Quick View 81
Normal (AF) 44
M N
Frame guide 29 R
Macro 44 Navigation button 13
Frame rate 35 Recording
Maintenance 86 Video 35
Function button 13 O
Manual mode 33 Voice memo 36
Function description 81 Optical Image Stabilisation
Memory card Recycle bin 62
(OIS) 22, 27
Capacity 87 Red-eye 41
G MMC 87
P Reset 82
Grid lines 18, 81 SD 87
SDHC 87 Photo quality 38 Resizing 66
H MENU button 13 Photo styles 56 Resolution

Photo 38
Half-pressing 6 Metering Playback button 13, 15
Video 38
Centre-weighted 51
HDTV 70 Playback mode 59
Multi 51 RGB tone
Spot 51 Printing photos 78 in Playback mode 67
I in Shooting mode 56
Mini dashboard 15 Print order 69
Icons 14 Program mode 30 Rotating 66
Motion timer 40
Imprint 83 Movie mode 35 Protecting files 61
ISO speed 43
Appendixes 99
Index
S Shutter Priority mode 32 Video Out 83

Samsung Master Shutter speed 31 Viewing files
Installing 72 as thumbnails 60
Slide show 63
Using 75 by category 60
Smart Album 60 on TV 70
Scene mode 28
Smart Auto mode 26 Slide show 63
Self-portrait 48
Smile shot 48 Voice memo
Service centre 90 Playing 65
Start image 81
Settings Recording 36
Accessing 80 Volume 81
Camera 82 T
Display 81 Timer 39
Sound 81 W
Transferring files
Shooting mode White Balance 51
for Mac 77
Aperture Priority 32 for Windows 72
Auto 20 Z
Dual IS 27
U Zoom button 13
Manual 33
Movie 35 User mode 34 Zooming 21
Program 30
Scene 28
Shutter Priority 32
V
Smart Auto 26 Video
User 34 Playing 64
Recording 35
Appendixes 100
Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or The CE Mark is a Directive conformity
visit our website http://www.samsungcamera.com/ for after- mark of the European Community (EC)
sales service or inquiries.

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This user manual includes detailed usage

instructions for your camera. Please read

User Manual Basic functions

WB1000 Extended functions

Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight

Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or ﬂammable

Important usage information

Allow only qualiﬁed personnel to service your camera

Ensure maximum battery and charger life

Copyright information Shooting options 37

Shooting mode icons

Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness)

Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)

Subject, background, and composition

Adjusting brightness and colour ........................................ 50 Viewing ﬁles on a TV or HDTV ........................................... 70

Camera AC adapter/USB cable

Camera case Memory cards

Rechargeable battery Strap Software CD-ROM

HDMI cradle manual Remote control

A/V cable Quick Start Manual Cradle HDMI cable

Battery chamber cover

Icon Mode Description Icon Mode Description

Display Status lamp

Button Description Button Description

m Access options or menus. o Conﬁrm the highlighted option or menu.

When pressing: Playback Enter Playback mode.

A A. Information B. Icons on the right

Zoom ratio Flash customised

Voice memo C. Icons on the left

Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. Mini dashboard

t When exposing the camera to a hot and humid environment,

Press and hold [P] to mute camera sounds.

1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Going back to the previous menu

t Rotate the navigation button any direction.

3 Press [o] to conﬁrm the highlighted option or menu.

3 Rotate the navigation button or press [D] or [M] to

Changing the display type About a histogram

Underexposed Well Exposed Overexposed

Setting the sound

1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m].

2 Select Sound  Beep Sound  an option.

3 Press [m] to return to the previous mode.

1 Rotate the mode dial to a. 3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

2 Align your subject in the frame.

4 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.

See page 23 for tips to get clearer photos.

Zooming Digital zoom

t The digital zoom is not available when using S, d, s (in

The zoom ratio available for videos differs.

2 Select Functions  OIS  an option.

Make sure nothing is t Set the Optical Image Stabilisation option to

Half-pressing the shutter button When is displayed

When shooting in the dark, avoid

t When subjects are moving fast

Use the continuous

Use the focus lock

Using the Smart Auto mode …………………………… 26

1 Rotate the mode dial to S. Icon Description

2 Align your subject in the frame. Appears when taking portraits.

3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

Before correction After correction

2 Select Sound Beep Sound an option.

2 Select Functions OIS an option.

4 Select Functions User Registration and press [o].

2 Select Functions Voice Record. 2 Select Functions Voice Memo.

2 Select Functions ISO an option.

2 Select Functions Focus Area an option.

2 Select Functions Face Detection Normal.

2 Select Functions Face Detection Blink