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                 Quick reference

                 Contents


User Manual      Basic functions


    IT100        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
                                                                          Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers.
                                                                          Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries
                                                                          or damage to your camera.
                                                                          Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations
      Safety warnings                                                     when disposing of used batteries.
                                                                          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                        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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Health and safety information


  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.                  Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very
                                                                          hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F).
  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.
                                                                          Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as
  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.
  Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it on
                                                                          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
  Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, and                    soft cloth before inserting in your camera.
  excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.
                                                                          Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory
  Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and                 card.
  installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors,
                                                                          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.                                                            Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other
                                                                          cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with
  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.                       Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.




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Health and safety information


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.
  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
  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
  Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is
  finished, disconnect the cable from your camera.
  Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be
  recharged before use.
  Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.
  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                                        34
 Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are                  Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
 registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
 HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term quot;High Definition            Playback/Editing                                        51
 Multimedia Interfacequot; 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
 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                                              72
                                                             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
Auto                      a                                                Additional information
Program                   p                                                Safety warnings and precautions
DUAL IS                   d                                                Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] (represents the
                                                                     [ ]
Photo Help Guide          h                                                shutter button)

Beauty Shot               b                                          ( )   Page number of related information

Scene                     s                                                The order of options or menus you must select to
                                                                           perform a step; for example: Select Functions White
Movie                     v                                                Balance (represents select Functions, and then White
Smart Auto                S                                                Balance).
                                                                      *    Annotation


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


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Expressions used in this manual

Pressing the shutter                                                  Exposure (Brightness)
 Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down                 The amount of light that enters your camera determines the
 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.




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



Subject, background, and composition
 Subject: the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal,
 or still life
 Background: the objects around the subject
 Composition: the combination of a subject and background


              Subject

                                      Composition


                  Background



                                                                  6
Quick reference
         Taking photos of people                                Adjusting the exposure (brightness)             Viewing files by category in
                                                                                                                Smart Album 53
 s mode > Portrait, Children 27                         ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 39       Deleting all files on the
 b mode 29                                              EV (to adjust exposure) 45                              memory card 54
 Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)   ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright          Viewing files as a slide show
    38                                                  backgrounds) 45                                            56
 Face Detection 42                                      Metering 46                                             Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
                                                        AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with           63
         Taking photos at night or in the dark          different exposures) 48                                 Connecting your camera to a
                                                                                                                computer 65
                                                                                                                Adjusting sound and volume
 s mode > Night, Dawn, Firework 27
                                                                Applying a different effect                        74
 Flash options 38
                                                                                                                Adjusting the brightness of
 ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 39                                                              the display 74
                                                        Photo styles (to apply tones) 49
                                                        Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or   Changing the display
                                                        contrast) 50                                            language 74
         Taking action photos                                                                                   Setting the date and time
                                                                                                                   75
 Continuous, Motion Capture      48                             Reducing camera shake                           Formatting the memory card
                                                                                                                   75
                                                        Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS)   21                  Troubleshooting 83
         Taking photos of text, insects, or
                                                        d mode 30
         flowers
 s mode > Close Up, Text 27
 Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos) 40
 White balance (to change the colour tone) 46




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Contents
Basic functions ...................................................................... 10          Shooting options ................................................................... 34
Unpacking .........................................................................       11       Selecting a resolution and quality ......................................             35
Camera layout ...................................................................         12       Selecting a resolution ...........................................................    35
Icons .................................................................................   14       Selecting image quality ........................................................      35
Turning your camera on or off ...........................................                 15       Using the timer ..................................................................    36
Selecting options ...............................................................         16       Shooting in the dark ..........................................................       38
Setting the display and sound ...........................................                 18       Preventing red-eye ..............................................................     38
Changing the display type ....................................................            18       Using the flash ....................................................................   38
Setting the sound ................................................................        18       Adjusting the ISO speed ......................................................        39
Taking photos ....................................................................        19       Changing the camera’s focus ............................................              40
Zooming .............................................................................     20       Using macro .......................................................................   40
Reducing camera shake (OIS) ..............................................                21       Using auto focus .................................................................    40
Using the Photo Help Guide mode ....................................                      22       Adjusting the focus area .......................................................      41
Tips for getting a clearer photo ..........................................               23       Using face detection .........................................................        42
                                                                                                   Detecting faces ...................................................................   42
Extended functions .............................................................. 25               Taking a self-portrait shot ......................................................    43
Shooting modes ................................................................           26       Taking a smile shot ..............................................................    43
Using the Smart Auto mode .................................................               26       Detecting eye blinking ..........................................................     44
Using the Scene mode ........................................................             27       Adjusting brightness and colour ........................................              45
Using the frame guide ..........................................................          27       Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ....................................             45
Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode ..............................                   28       Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ....................................              45
Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................               29       Changing the metering option ...............................................          46
Using the DUAL IS mode .....................................................              30       Selecting a light source (White balance) .................................            46
Using the Program mode .....................................................              30       Using burst modes ............................................................        48
Recording a video ...............................................................         31       Improving your photos ......................................................          49
Recording voice memos ...................................................                 33       Applying photo styles ...........................................................     49
Recording a voice memo .....................................................              33       Defining your own RGB tone ................................................            49
Adding a voice memo to a photo ..........................................                 33       Adjusting your photos ..........................................................      50



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Contents


Playback/Editing ................................................................... 51         Appendixes ............................................................................ 72
Playing back ......................................................................    52       Camera settings menu ......................................................               73
Starting Playback mode .......................................................         52       Accessing the settings menu ................................................              73
Viewing photos ...................................................................     56       Sound ................................................................................    74
Playing a video ....................................................................   57       Display ...............................................................................   74
Playing voice memos ...........................................................        58       Settings ..............................................................................   75
Editing a photo ..................................................................     59       Error messages .................................................................          78
Resizing photos ..................................................................     59       Camera maintenance ........................................................               79
Rotating a photo ..................................................................    59       Cleaning your camera ..........................................................           79
Applying photo styles ...........................................................      60       About memory cards ...........................................................            80
Defining your own RGB tone ................................................             60       About the battery .................................................................       81
Correcting exposure problems .............................................             61       Before contacting a service centre ....................................                   83
Creating a print order (DPOF) ................................................         62       Camera specifications .......................................................              86
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV ...........................................               63       Index .................................................................................   91
Transferring files to your computer ....................................                65
For Windows users .............................................................        65
For Mac users .....................................................................    70
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ...............                      71




                                                                                            9
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
Selecting options ………………………………………… 16
Setting the display and sound ………………………… 18
Changing the display type ………………………………… 18
Setting the sound …………………………………………… 18
Taking photos ……………………………………………… 19
Zooming …………………………………………………… 20
Reducing camera shake (OIS) ……………………………… 21
Using the Photo Help Guide mode …………………… 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.

                           POWER button


             Shutter button                                                              Speaker

                       Flash
                                                                                         Microphone

                                                                                         Remote control sensor

                                                                                         AF-assist light/timer lamp
                       Lens




                                                                                                       USB and A/V port


                                                                                                       Tripod mount



                               Battery chamber cover
                               Insert a memory card and battery



                                                                  Basic functions   12
Camera layout


                                                                                                   Zoom button
                                                                                                   •	 Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.
                                                                                                   •	 Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode.
                                                                                                   •	 Adjust volume in Playback mode.


             Display                                                                               Status lamp
                                                                                                   •	 Blinking: When saving a photo or video, being read by a computer
                                                                                                      or printer, or out of focus
                                                                                                   •	 Steady: When connecting to a computer or in focus



                                                                                                   Mode dial
                                                                                                   Icon         Mode              Description
                                                                                                                                  Take a photo quickly and easily with
                                                                                                     a         Auto               minimal settings
 Button                 Description

           m            Access options or menus.                                                       p       Program            Take a photo by setting options

                                                                                                                                  Take a photo with options suitable for
                               In Shooting mode             While setting                           d DUAL IS                     reducing camera shake
                         D Change the display option        Move up
                                                                                                               Photo Help
           Navigation    M     Change the macro option      Move down                                 h                           Get shooting tips and practice shooting
                                                                                                               Guide
                          F    Change the flash option      Move left
                                                                                                                                  Take a photo of a person with options to
                         t     Change the timer option      Move right                                 b       Beauty Shot        hide facial imperfections
                                                                                                                                  Take a photo with options preset for a
           o            Confirm the highlighted option or menu.                                      s Scene                      specific scene
           Playback     Enter Playback mode.                                                          v        Movie              Record a video
                        •	 Access options in Shooting mode.                                                                       Take a photo by letting the camera select
           Function                                                                                  S Smart Auto                 a scene mode as it detects
                        •	 Delete files in Playback mode.



                                                                            Basic functions   13
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                                  Timer
                                        B
                                                               Available number of photos                  Auto focus
                                                                                                           Photo style
                                                               Available recording time
                                                                                                           Face detection
                                                               Internal memory
                                                                                                           Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS)
                                        C                      Memory card inserted
                                                                                                           Face tone
                                                                       : Fully charged                     Face retouch
                                                                             : Partially charged           Image adjustment
                                                                       : Charging needed                   (contrast, sharpness, saturation)
                                                               Aperture and shutter speed                  Voice muted

                                                               Voice memo                          C. Icons on the left
                                                               Auto focus frame                    Icon    Description
                                                                                                           Exposure value
                                                               Camera shake
                                                                                                           White balance
                                                               Current date and time
                                                                                                           ISO speed
                                                                                                           Photo resolution
                                                                                                           Video resolution
                                                                                                           Photo quality
                                                                                                           Frame rate
                                                                                                           Metering option
                                                                                                           Long time shutter
                                                                                                           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.                     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.




                                               Basic functions   15
Selecting options
You can select options by pressing [m] and using the navigation buttons ([D], [M], [F], [t]).

      You can also access shooting options by pressing [f] but some options are not available.




1   In Shooting mode, press [m].                                                                 E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode

2   Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or                                         1   Rotate the mode dial to p.
    menu.
      To move left or right, press [F] or [t].
      To move up or down, press [D] or [M].


        EV

                                                                                                 2   Press [m].
                                                                                                                       EV
                                                                                                          Functions    White Balance
                                                                                                                       ISO
                                                                                                          Sound
        Back                 Move                                                                                      Face Detection
                                                                                                          Display      Photo Size

3   Press [o] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.                                                   Settings     Quality
                                                                                                                       ACB
                                                                                                         Exit          Change


 Going back to the previous menu
Press [m] again to go back to the previous menu.

      Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.



                                                                              Basic functions    16
Selecting options


3   Press [D] or [M] to scroll to Functions and then
    press [t] or [o].

4   Press [D] or [M] to scroll to White Balance and then
    press [t] or [o].
                EV
                White Balance
                ISO
                Face Detection
                Photo Size
                Quality
                ACB
         Exit                Back



5   Press [F] or [t] to scroll to a white balance option.



         Daylight




         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                                                           Setting the sound
Select a style of display for Shooting or Playback mode.                            Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you
                                                                                    operate your camera.
Press [D] repeatedly to change a display type.
                                                                                    1    In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m].

                                                                                    2    Select Sound     Beep Sound        an option.
                                                                                             Option   Description
           Show all photographic                                                             Off      The camera does not emit any sounds.
               information.
                                                                                             1/2/3    The camera emits sounds.

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

Mode             Description
                    Display all information about shooting
Shooting            Hide information about shooting, except the
                    available number of photos
                    Display all information about the current photo
                    Hide all information about the current file
Playback
                    Display information about the current file, except the
                    shooting settings and captured date




                                                                      Basic functions   18
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.
                                                                                    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.




                                                             Basic functions   19
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

                                                                                             The digital zoom is not available when using S, d, b,
                                                                                             s (in some scenes), and v modes and when used with Face
                                                                                             Detection.
                                                                                             It may take longer to save a photo when using the digital zoom.
                                      Zoom out


       The zoom ratio available for videos differs.




                                                                   Basic functions   20
Taking photos


Reducing camera shake (OIS)                                                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
                                                                           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.
                                                                           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.




                                                    Basic functions   21
Using the Photo Help Guide mode
This mode provides various shooting tips. Learn how to get better photos and videos.


1   Rotate the mode dial to h.                                            4    View a topic.
                                                                                     Press [D] or [M] to display the previous or next screen.

                                                                                        Photo Help Guide

                                                                                   Press the Fn button.
                                                                                   Move to ISO using the up
                                                                                   and down buttons.

2   Select a menu from the list.
           Photo Help Guide
    Photo Help Guide                                                                    Back                  Practice

    Features to use when the image is out of focus
    Features to reduce camera shake                                       5    Press [o] to practice.
    Features to use in low light conditions                                          Press [D] to return to the list.
    Features to use when adjusting brightness
    Features to use when adjusting colours                                             Press [F] to go back to the previous menu.
          Change                                                                       While practicing, you cannot set shooting options or menus.


3   Select a submenu.




                                                            Basic functions   22
Tips for getting a clearer photo

    Holding your camera correctly                                                     Reducing camera shake

                                        Make sure nothing is                                      Set the Optical Image Stabilisation option to
                                        blocking the lens.                                        reduce camera shake optically. (p. 21)
                                                                                                  Select the d mode to reduce camera
                                                                                                  shake both optically and digitally. (p. 30)




    Half-pressing the shutter button                                                  When    is displayed

                                                                                                               When shooting in the dark, avoid
                                                                                                               setting the flash option to Slow
                        Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the
                                                                                                               Sync or Off. The aperture remains
                        focus. Focus and exposure will be
                                                                                                               open longer and it may be harder
                        adjusted automatically.
                                                                                                               to hold the camera still.
                                                                                                                  Use a tripod or set the flash
                                                                                                                  option to Fill in. (p. 38)
                                                                                                                  Set ISO speed options. (p. 39)
                             The aperture value and shutter                            Camera shake
                             speed are automatically set.

                             Focus frame
                              Press [Shutter] to take the photo
                              if displayed in green.
                              Change the frame and half-press
                              [Shutter] again if displayed in red.


                                                               Basic functions   23
Preventing your subject from being out of focus
It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when:                                                  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. 38)
-   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



                                                                                                       When subjects are moving fast

                                                                                                                                           Use the continuous
                                                                                                                                           or motion capture
                                                                                                                                           function. (p. 48)


    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.


Shooting modes …………………………………………… 26
Using the Smart Auto mode ………………………………                 26
Using the Scene mode ………………………………………                   27
Using the frame guide ………………………………………                  27
Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode …………………       28
Using the Beauty Shot mode ………………………………                29
Using the DUAL IS mode ……………………………………                  30
Using the Program mode ……………………………………                  30
Recording a video ……………………………………………                    31
Recording voice memos ………………………………… 33
Recording a voice memo …………………………………… 33
Adding a voice memo to a photo ………………………… 33
Shooting modes
Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.


Using the Smart Auto mode                                                            Icon       Description
In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate                                 Appears when taking portraits at night.
camera settings based on a defected type of scene. It will be                                   Appears when taking photos of landscapes with
helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various
                                                                                                backlighting.
scenes.
                                                                                                Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.
1   Rotate the mode dial to S.                                                                  Appears when taking portraits.
2   Align your subject in the frame.                                                            Appears when taking close-up photos.
       The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate
                                                                                                Appears when taking close-up photos of text.
       mode icon will appear at the top left of the screen.
                                                                                                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.

                                                                                            If the camera does not recognise a proper scene mode,        will not
    Icon     Description                                                                    change and the default settings will be used.
                                                                                            Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait
             Appears when taking photos of landscapes.                                      mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
             Appears when taking photos of bright backgrounds.                              The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting
                                                                                            environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the
             Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night.                             subject.
             This is available only when the flash is off.                                   Even if you use a tripod, the mode may not be detected depending
                                                                                            on the subject's movement.




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Shooting modes


Using the Scene mode                                                        Using the frame guide
Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene.                       When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can
                                                                            compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame
1   Rotate the mode dial to s.                                              guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing
                                                                            the part of the pre-composed scene.
2   Select a scene.
                                                                            1     Rotate the mode dial to s.

                      Night                                                 2     Select Frame Guide.

                                                                            3     Align your subject in the frame and press [Shutter].
                                                                                       Transparent guides will appear on the left and right of the
                                                                                       frame.
    This mode is appropriate for shooting at
    night (use of tripod is recommended).


       To change the scene mode, press [MENU] and select Scene
          a scene.
       For the Frame Guide mode, see “Using the frame guide.”
       For the Night mode, see “Adjusting the exposure in the Night
       mode” on page 28.                                                                     Cancel Frame: OK

3   Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
    to focus.                                                               4     Ask another person to take a photo.
                                                                                       The person must align the subject in the frame by using the
4   Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
                                                                                       guides, and then press [Shutter] to take the photo.

                                                                            5     To cancel the guides, press [o].



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Shooting modes


Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode                                     6     Select an option.
In the Night mode, you can catch brief flashes of light as curved                        If you select AUTO the aperture value or shutter speed will be
streaks by extending the exposure. Use a slow shutter speed                             adjusted automatically.
to extend the time until the shutter closes. Increase the aperture
value to prevent overexposure.                                               7     Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
                                                                                   to focus.
1   Rotate the mode dial to s.
                                                                             8     Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
2   Select Night.
                                                                                        Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.
3   Press [m].

4   Select Functions       Long Time Shutter.

5   Select the aperture value or shutter speed.

                                         Aperture value
                                         Shutter speed
        Aperture




        Back             Move




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Shooting modes


Using the Beauty Shot mode                                                       4     To hide facial imperfections, press [m].
Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.
                                                                                 5     Select Functions              Face Retouch           an option.
                                                                                            Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of
1   Rotate the mode dial to b.
                                                                                            imperfections.
2   To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face
    only), press [m].

3   Select Functions       Face Tone        an option.                                        Level 1

      Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter.


        Level 2
                                                                                              Back                 Move



                                                                                 6     Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
                                                                                       to focus.
        Back             Move
                                                                                 7     Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

                                                                                            The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro.




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Shooting modes


Using the DUAL IS mode                                                                  Using the Program mode
Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical                             Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value)
and Digital Image Stabilisation functions.                                              in the Program mode.

                                                                                        1     Rotate the mode dial to p.

                                                                                        2     Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting
                                                                                              options.”)

                                                                                        3     Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
Before correction            After correction                                                 to focus.

1   Rotate the mode dial to d.                                                          4     Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

2   Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
    to focus.

3   Press [Shutter] to take the photo.

         The digital zoom will not work in this mode.
         The photo will be corrected optically only when taken with a light
         source that is brighter than fluorescent light.
         If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry.
         Set the Optical Image Stabilisation option to reduce camera shake in
         different shooting modes. (p. 21)




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Shooting modes


Recording a video                                                                           4     Press [m].
Record videos of up to 20 minutes in length in high definition.
The recorded video is saved as an H.264 (MPEG4.AVC) file.
                                                                                            5     Select Functions      Voice     a sound option.
                                                                                                   Option Description
        H.264 (MPEG4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format                                       On: Record a video with sound. (While you are zooming,
        established by international standard organisations ISO/IEC and ITU-T.                            sound recording will be interrupted.)
        Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In this
        case, set a lower resolution. (p. 35)                                                             Off: Record a video without sound.
        When the Optical Image Stabilisation ( ) is activated, your video may
        be recorded with the OIS operation sound.
        The zoom sound may be recorded if you use the zoom while
                                                                                            6     Set other options as desired.
        recording a video.                                                                        (For options, refer to “Shooting options.”)

                                                                                            7     Press [Shutter] to start recording.

1   Rotate the mode dial to v.                                                              8     Press [Shutter] again to stop recording.

2   Press [m].

3   Select Functions Frame Rate                       a frame rate (the
    number of frames per second).
      As the number of frames increases, action appears more
      natural, but the file size is increased.

          60 FPS is available only when the video resolution is 320 x 240.




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Shooting modes


 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.




           Stop       Pause




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Recording voice memos                                          apdbs

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.
                                                                                                     You will begin recording a voice memo right after taking the
                                                                                                     photo.

                                                                                          4     Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).
                                                                                                     Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.



           Stop              Pause


      Press [o] to pause or resume recording.
      You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length.

4   Press [Shutter] to stop.
      Press [Shutter] again to record a new voice memo.

5   Press [m] to switch to Shooting mode.




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Shooting options
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.


Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 35         Adjusting brightness and colour …………           45
Selecting a resolution ………………………… 35               Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) …………      45
Selecting image quality ………………………… 35              Compensating for backlighting (ACB) …………       45
Using the timer ……………………………… 36                    Changing the metering option …………………           46
                                                   Selecting a light source (White balance) ………   46
Shooting in the dark …………………………              38
Preventing red-eye ……………………………               38    Using burst modes ………………………… 48
Using the flash …………………………………                 38    Improving your photos ………………………                49
Adjusting the ISO speed ………………………            39    Applying photo styles …………………………               49
Changing the camera’s focus ………………           40    Defining your own RGB tone …………………              49
Using macro ……………………………………                   40    Adjusting your photos …………………………               50
Using auto focus ………………………………                40
Adjusting the focus area ………………………           41
Using face detection …………………………              42
Detecting faces …………………………………                42
Taking a self-portrait shot ………………………        43
Taking a smile shot ……………………………              43
Detecting eye blinking …………………………            44
Selecting a resolution and quality
Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.


Selecting a resolution             apdbsvS                                      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.
                                                                                               1280 X 720: Play back on an HDTV.
1   In Shooting mode, press [m].
                                                                                               640 X 480: Play back on a general TV.
2   Select Functions       Photo Size       an option.                                         320 X 240: Post on a web page.
    Option Description
            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                   apdbs
            or play back on an HDTV.
                                                                                Photos you take are compressed and saved in JPEG format.
            3264 X 2448: Print on A3 paper.                                     Higher quality images will result in larger sizes.
            2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper.
            2048 X 1536: Print on A5 paper.                                     1     In Shooting mode, press [m].
            1920 X 1080: Print on A5 paper or play back on an                   2     Select Functions        Quality      an option.
            HDTV.
                                                                                      Option Description
            1024 X 768: Attach to email.
                                                                                               Super Fine
                                                                                               Fine
                                                                                               Normal
                                                                                      The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

                                                                  Shooting options   35
Using the timer                     apdbsvS

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                                                               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.                                        Press [t] to cancel the timer.
                                                                                       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. 37)




                                                             Shooting options   36
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].
                                                                                            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.
       The AF-assist light/timer lamp will start to blink rapidly when
       the camera detects you.




                                                                                            The motion timer may not work when:
                                                                                              you are more than 3 m away from the camera
                                                                                              your movements are too subtle
                                                                                              there is too much light or backlight




                          The detection range
                          of the motion timer


                                                                    Shooting options   37
Shooting in the dark
Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.


Preventing red-eye             apbs                                           Using the flash              apbsS
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:
                                                                                             The flash will not fire.
                                                                                             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   38
Shooting in the dark


     Option Description                                                                         Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select
              Red-eye Fix*:                                                                     Self-Portrait or Blink Detection.
                The flash fires when the subject or background is                                 Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance
                                                                                                from the flash. (p. 86)
                dark.
                                                                                                If there is reflected light or much dust in the air, tiny spots may appear
                The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced                               on your photo.
                software analysis.
              Slow Sync:
                The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.
                Select this when you want to capture ambient light to
                reveal more details in the background.
                Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.                   Adjusting the ISO speed                           p
              Fill in:                                                               The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as
                 The flash always fires.                                               defined by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO).
                 Light intensity is adjusted automatically.                          The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your
              Red-eye*:                                                              camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better
                The flash fires when the subject or background is                      photo without using the flash.
                dark.
                The camera reduces red-eyes.                                         1     In Shooting mode, press [m].
              Auto: The flash fires automatically when the subject or
              background is dark.
                                                                                     2     Select Functions            ISO        an option.
                                                                                               Select     to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the
    The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.                                     brightness of the subject and lighting.
    * There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Do not move until
      the flash fires a second time.                                                              The higher ISO speed you select, the more image noise you may get.
                                                                                                When Motion Capture is set, ISO speed will be set to Auto.
                                                                                                When you set the ISO speed to 3200, you can select only 3M or
                                                                                                lower resolution.




                                                                       Shooting options   39
Changing the camera’s focus
Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.


Using macro             apdv                                                                 Using auto focus                   apdv
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 “Using auto focus.”                                    your distance from the subject.

                                                                                             1     In Shooting mode, press [M].




                                                                                                                  Normal (AF)




                                                                                             2     Select an option.
                                                                                                   Option Description
        Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.                                         Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 80 cm.
        Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm.
                                                                                                            Macro: Focus on a subject 8-80 cm (50-80 cm when
                                                                                                            using zoom).
                                                                                                            Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 5 cm
                                                                                                            (farther than 50 cm when using zoom).
                                                                                                   The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.




                                                                               Shooting options   40
Changing the camera’s focus


Adjusting the focus area                 apdbs
You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus
area according to your subject’s location in the scene.

1   In Shooting mode, press [m].

2   Select 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.

    The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.




                                                               Shooting options   41
Using face detection                                apdbs

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.


        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
        Face detection is not available when using a photo style or saturation.
        When you use the face detection option, the digital zoom will not work.
        Depending on the selected face detection option, the timer is not
        available or some timer options are not available.
        The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

                                                                                        1     In Shooting mode, press [m].

                                                                                        2     Select Functions               Face Detection               Normal.
                                                                                                  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   42
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].
1   In Shooting mode, press [m].
                                                                                                  2     Select Functions       Face Detection        Smile Shot.
2   Select Functions              Face Detection                 Self-Portrait.                             When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect
                                                                                                            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. 74)




                                                                                    Shooting options   43
Using face detection


Detecting eye blinking
If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take
2 photos in succession.




1   In Shooting mode, press [m].

2   Select Functions           Face Detection             Blink
    Detection.

         Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen.
         When blink detection fails, “Picture taken with eyes closed.”
         message appears. Take another photo.




                                                                           Shooting options   44
Adjusting brightness and colour
Learn how to adjust the brightness and colour for better image quality.


Adjusting the exposure manually                                                            Compensating for backlighting (ACB)                               p
(EV) p d v                                                                                 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

1   In Shooting mode, press [m].
                                                                                           1     In Shooting mode, press [m].
2   Select Functions              EV.
                                                                                           2     Select Functions          ACB        an option.
3   Select a value to adjust the exposure.
                                                                                                 Option Description
             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.
             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. 48)                                          The ACB feature is always on in the a mode.
                                                                                                     You cannot set burst options when this feature is on.




                                                                             Shooting options   45
Adjusting brightness and colour


Changing the metering option                     pdv                            Selecting a light source
The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera                           (White balance) p d v
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.
2   Select Functions        Metering.
     Option Description
             Multi:
              Your camera divides the scene into several areas, and
              then measures the light intensity of each area.
              Suitable for general photos.
                                                                                      (Auto WB)                   (Daylight)
             Spot:
               Your camera measures only the light intensity of the
               very centre of the frame.
               If a subject is not in the centre of the scene, your
               photo may be improperly exposed.
               Suitable for a subject with backlighting.
             Center–weighted:
               Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire                   (Cloudy)                    (Tungsten)
               frame with emphasis placed on the centre.
               Suitable for photos with subjects in the centre of the
               frame.




                                                                  Shooting options   46
Adjusting brightness and colour


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].




                                                                Shooting options   47
Using burst modes                          ps

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.


                                                                                  Option Description
                                                                                           AEB:
                                                                                             Take 3 photos with different exposures: normal,
                                                                                             underexposed, and overexposed.
                                                                                             Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.
                                                                                  The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
1   In Shooting mode, press [m].
                                                                                           You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select
2   Select Functions       Drive     an option.                                            Single.
                                                                                           When you select Motion Capture, the resolution will be set to
    Option Description                                                                     VGA and the ISO speed will be set to Auto.
            Single: Take a single photo.
            Continuous:
              While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
              photos continuously.
              The maximum number of photos depends on the
              capacity of your memory card.
            Motion Capture:
             While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
             VGA photos (6 photos per second; maximum of 30
             photos).
             The camera automatically shows you the photos just
             taken and then saves them.




                                                              Shooting options   48
Improving your photos
Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colours, or make some adjustments.


Applying photo styles                    apdsv                                          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 Seletor       Custom
                                                                                              RGB.

                                                                                        3     Select a colour (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).


Soft               Vivid             Forest

1      In Shooting mode, press [m].

2      Select Functions        Photo Style Seletor            an option.
         Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone.
                                                                                                  Back           Move

           Select Normal if you want to use face detection options.
           Depending on the selected photo style, some image adjustment
           options are not available.
                                                                                        4     Adjust the amount of the selected colour.
                                                                                              (-: less or +: more)




                                                                          Shooting options   49
Improving your photos


Adjusting your photos                 p                                              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.
                                                                                         Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects. (suitable for printing)
3   Select an adjustment option.                                                         Depending on the selected image adjustment option, some photo
                                                                                         styles are not available.
       Contrast
       Sharpness
       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
                        Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity
             -          of your photos. This may also increase the
                        noise on your photos.
                        Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for
             +
                        editing the photos on your computer).




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Samsung Camera IT100 User Manual

  • 1. This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Quick reference Contents User Manual Basic functions IT100 Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Appendixes Index
  • 2. 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 Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your camera. Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations Safety warnings when disposing of used batteries. 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 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. 1
  • 3. Health and safety information 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. Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F). 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. Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as 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. Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it on 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 Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, and soft cloth before inserting in your camera. excessive vibration to avoid serious damage. Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and card. installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors, 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. Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with 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. Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card. 2
  • 4. Health and safety information 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. 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 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 Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is finished, disconnect the cable from your camera. Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before use. Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use. Use batteries only for their intended purpose. 3
  • 5. 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 34 Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode. registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term quot;High Definition Playback/Editing 51 Multimedia Interfacequot; 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 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 72 Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips. 4
  • 6. Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Icon Function Auto a Additional information Program p Safety warnings and precautions DUAL IS d Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] (represents the [ ] Photo Help Guide h shutter button) Beauty Shot b ( ) Page number of related information Scene s The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select Functions White Movie v Balance (represents select Functions, and then White Smart Auto S Balance). * Annotation Shooting mode icons These icons indicate that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The s mode may not support Abbreviations used in this manual functions for all scenes. Abbreviation Definition e.g.) ACB Auto Contrast Balance AEB Auto Exposure Bracket Available in the AF Auto Focus Program, DUAL IS, DIS Digital Image Stabilisation and Movie modes DPOF Digital Print Order Format EV Exposure Value OIS Optical Image Stabilisation WB White Balance 5
  • 7. Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness) Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down The amount of light that enters your camera determines the 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. Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright) Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Subject, background, and composition Subject: the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life Background: the objects around the subject Composition: the combination of a subject and background Subject Composition Background 6
  • 8. Quick reference Taking photos of people Adjusting the exposure (brightness) Viewing files by category in Smart Album 53 s mode > Portrait, Children 27 ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 39 Deleting all files on the b mode 29 EV (to adjust exposure) 45 memory card 54 Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright Viewing files as a slide show 38 backgrounds) 45 56 Face Detection 42 Metering 46 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with 63 Taking photos at night or in the dark different exposures) 48 Connecting your camera to a computer 65 Adjusting sound and volume s mode > Night, Dawn, Firework 27 Applying a different effect 74 Flash options 38 Adjusting the brightness of ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 39 the display 74 Photo styles (to apply tones) 49 Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or Changing the display contrast) 50 language 74 Taking action photos Setting the date and time 75 Continuous, Motion Capture 48 Reducing camera shake Formatting the memory card 75 Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) 21 Troubleshooting 83 Taking photos of text, insects, or d mode 30 flowers s mode > Close Up, Text 27 Macro, Auto Macro (to take close-up photos) 40 White balance (to change the colour tone) 46 7
  • 9. Contents Basic functions ...................................................................... 10 Shooting options ................................................................... 34 Unpacking ......................................................................... 11 Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 35 Camera layout ................................................................... 12 Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 35 Icons ................................................................................. 14 Selecting image quality ........................................................ 35 Turning your camera on or off ........................................... 15 Using the timer .................................................................. 36 Selecting options ............................................................... 16 Shooting in the dark .......................................................... 38 Setting the display and sound ........................................... 18 Preventing red-eye .............................................................. 38 Changing the display type .................................................... 18 Using the flash .................................................................... 38 Setting the sound ................................................................ 18 Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... 39 Taking photos .................................................................... 19 Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ 40 Zooming ............................................................................. 20 Using macro ....................................................................... 40 Reducing camera shake (OIS) .............................................. 21 Using auto focus ................................................................. 40 Using the Photo Help Guide mode .................................... 22 Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... 41 Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 23 Using face detection ......................................................... 42 Detecting faces ................................................................... 42 Extended functions .............................................................. 25 Taking a self-portrait shot ...................................................... 43 Shooting modes ................................................................ 26 Taking a smile shot .............................................................. 43 Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................. 26 Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 44 Using the Scene mode ........................................................ 27 Adjusting brightness and colour ........................................ 45 Using the frame guide .......................................................... 27 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... 45 Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode .............................. 28 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... 45 Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................ 29 Changing the metering option ............................................... 46 Using the DUAL IS mode ..................................................... 30 Selecting a light source (White balance) ................................. 46 Using the Program mode ..................................................... 30 Using burst modes ............................................................ 48 Recording a video ............................................................... 31 Improving your photos ...................................................... 49 Recording voice memos ................................................... 33 Applying photo styles ........................................................... 49 Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 33 Defining your own RGB tone ................................................ 49 Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 33 Adjusting your photos .......................................................... 50 8
  • 10. Contents Playback/Editing ................................................................... 51 Appendixes ............................................................................ 72 Playing back ...................................................................... 52 Camera settings menu ...................................................... 73 Starting Playback mode ....................................................... 52 Accessing the settings menu ................................................ 73 Viewing photos ................................................................... 56 Sound ................................................................................ 74 Playing a video .................................................................... 57 Display ............................................................................... 74 Playing voice memos ........................................................... 58 Settings .............................................................................. 75 Editing a photo .................................................................. 59 Error messages ................................................................. 78 Resizing photos .................................................................. 59 Camera maintenance ........................................................ 79 Rotating a photo .................................................................. 59 Cleaning your camera .......................................................... 79 Applying photo styles ........................................................... 60 About memory cards ........................................................... 80 Defining your own RGB tone ................................................ 60 About the battery ................................................................. 81 Correcting exposure problems ............................................. 61 Before contacting a service centre .................................... 83 Creating a print order (DPOF) ................................................ 62 Camera specifications ....................................................... 86 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV ........................................... 63 Index ................................................................................. 91 Transferring files to your computer .................................... 65 For Windows users ............................................................. 65 For Mac users ..................................................................... 70 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ............... 71 9
  • 11. 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 Selecting options ………………………………………… 16 Setting the display and sound ………………………… 18 Changing the display type ………………………………… 18 Setting the sound …………………………………………… 18 Taking photos ……………………………………………… 19 Zooming …………………………………………………… 20 Reducing camera shake (OIS) ……………………………… 21 Using the Photo Help Guide mode …………………… 22 Tips for getting a clearer photo ………………………… 23
  • 12. 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
  • 13. Camera layout Before you start, familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. POWER button Shutter button Speaker Flash Microphone Remote control sensor AF-assist light/timer lamp Lens USB and A/V port Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery Basic functions 12
  • 14. Camera layout Zoom button • Zoom in or out in Shooting mode. • Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode. • Adjust volume in Playback mode. Display Status lamp • Blinking: When saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus • Steady: When connecting to a computer or in focus Mode dial Icon Mode Description Take a photo quickly and easily with a Auto minimal settings Button Description m Access options or menus. p Program Take a photo by setting options Take a photo with options suitable for In Shooting mode While setting d DUAL IS reducing camera shake D Change the display option Move up Photo Help Navigation M Change the macro option Move down h Get shooting tips and practice shooting Guide F Change the flash option Move left Take a photo of a person with options to t Change the timer option Move right b Beauty Shot hide facial imperfections Take a photo with options preset for a o Confirm the highlighted option or menu. s Scene specific scene Playback Enter Playback mode. v Movie Record a video • Access options in Shooting mode. Take a photo by letting the camera select Function S Smart Auto a scene mode as it detects • Delete files in Playback mode. Basic functions 13
  • 15. 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 Timer B Available number of photos Auto focus Photo style Available recording time Face detection Internal memory Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) C Memory card inserted Face tone : Fully charged Face retouch : Partially charged Image adjustment : Charging needed (contrast, sharpness, saturation) Aperture and shutter speed Voice muted Voice memo C. Icons on the left Auto focus frame Icon Description Exposure value Camera shake White balance Current date and time ISO speed Photo resolution Video resolution Photo quality Frame rate Metering option Long time shutter Burst type Basic functions 14
  • 16. Turning your camera on or off Learn how to start your camera. Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. 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. Basic functions 15
  • 17. Selecting options You can select options by pressing [m] and using the navigation buttons ([D], [M], [F], [t]). You can also access shooting options by pressing [f] but some options are not available. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode 2 Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or 1 Rotate the mode dial to p. menu. To move left or right, press [F] or [t]. To move up or down, press [D] or [M]. EV 2 Press [m]. EV Functions White Balance ISO Sound Back Move Face Detection Display Photo Size 3 Press [o] to confirm the highlighted option or menu. Settings Quality ACB Exit Change Going back to the previous menu Press [m] again to go back to the previous menu. Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode. Basic functions 16
  • 18. Selecting options 3 Press [D] or [M] to scroll to Functions and then press [t] or [o]. 4 Press [D] or [M] to scroll to White Balance and then press [t] or [o]. EV White Balance ISO Face Detection Photo Size Quality ACB Exit Back 5 Press [F] or [t] to scroll to a white balance option. Daylight Back Move 6 Press [o]. Basic functions 17
  • 19. 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 Setting the sound Select a style of display for Shooting or Playback mode. Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you operate your camera. Press [D] repeatedly to change a display type. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. 2 Select Sound Beep Sound an option. Option Description Show all photographic Off The camera does not emit any sounds. information. 1/2/3 The camera emits sounds. 3 Press [m] to return to the previous mode. Mode Description Display all information about shooting Shooting Hide information about shooting, except the available number of photos Display all information about the current photo Hide all information about the current file Playback Display information about the current file, except the shooting settings and captured date Basic functions 18
  • 20. 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. 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. Basic functions 19
  • 21. 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 The digital zoom is not available when using S, d, b, s (in some scenes), and v modes and when used with Face Detection. It may take longer to save a photo when using the digital zoom. Zoom out The zoom ratio available for videos differs. Basic functions 20
  • 22. Taking photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) 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 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. 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. Basic functions 21
  • 23. Using the Photo Help Guide mode This mode provides various shooting tips. Learn how to get better photos and videos. 1 Rotate the mode dial to h. 4 View a topic. Press [D] or [M] to display the previous or next screen. Photo Help Guide Press the Fn button. Move to ISO using the up and down buttons. 2 Select a menu from the list. Photo Help Guide Photo Help Guide Back Practice Features to use when the image is out of focus Features to reduce camera shake 5 Press [o] to practice. Features to use in low light conditions Press [D] to return to the list. Features to use when adjusting brightness Features to use when adjusting colours Press [F] to go back to the previous menu. Change While practicing, you cannot set shooting options or menus. 3 Select a submenu. Basic functions 22
  • 24. Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Reducing camera shake Make sure nothing is Set the Optical Image Stabilisation option to blocking the lens. reduce camera shake optically. (p. 21) Select the d mode to reduce camera shake both optically and digitally. (p. 30) Half-pressing the shutter button When is displayed When shooting in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to Slow Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the Sync or Off. The aperture remains focus. Focus and exposure will be open longer and it may be harder adjusted automatically. to hold the camera still. Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 38) Set ISO speed options. (p. 39) The aperture value and shutter Camera shake speed are automatically set. Focus frame Press [Shutter] to take the photo if displayed in green. Change the frame and half-press [Shutter] again if displayed in red. Basic functions 23
  • 25. Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: 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. 38) - 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 When subjects are moving fast Use the continuous or motion capture function. (p. 48) 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
  • 26. Extended functions Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo. Shooting modes …………………………………………… 26 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………………………… 26 Using the Scene mode ……………………………………… 27 Using the frame guide ……………………………………… 27 Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode ………………… 28 Using the Beauty Shot mode ……………………………… 29 Using the DUAL IS mode …………………………………… 30 Using the Program mode …………………………………… 30 Recording a video …………………………………………… 31 Recording voice memos ………………………………… 33 Recording a voice memo …………………………………… 33 Adding a voice memo to a photo ………………………… 33
  • 27. Shooting modes Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Smart Auto mode Icon Description In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate Appears when taking portraits at night. camera settings based on a defected type of scene. It will be Appears when taking photos of landscapes with helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various backlighting. scenes. Appears when taking portraits with backlighting. 1 Rotate the mode dial to S. Appears when taking portraits. 2 Align your subject in the frame. Appears when taking close-up photos. The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate Appears when taking close-up photos of text. mode icon will appear at the top left of the screen. 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. If the camera does not recognise a proper scene mode, will not Icon Description change and the default settings will be used. Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait Appears when taking photos of landscapes. mode depending on the subject's position or lighting. Appears when taking photos of bright backgrounds. The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. subject. This is available only when the flash is off. Even if you use a tripod, the mode may not be detected depending on the subject's movement. Extended functions 26
  • 28. Shooting modes Using the Scene mode Using the frame guide Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame 1 Rotate the mode dial to s. guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing the part of the pre-composed scene. 2 Select a scene. 1 Rotate the mode dial to s. Night 2 Select Frame Guide. 3 Align your subject in the frame and press [Shutter]. Transparent guides will appear on the left and right of the frame. This mode is appropriate for shooting at night (use of tripod is recommended). To change the scene mode, press [MENU] and select Scene a scene. For the Frame Guide mode, see “Using the frame guide.” For the Night mode, see “Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode” on page 28. Cancel Frame: OK 3 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. 4 Ask another person to take a photo. The person must align the subject in the frame by using the 4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. guides, and then press [Shutter] to take the photo. 5 To cancel the guides, press [o]. Extended functions 27
  • 29. Shooting modes Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode 6 Select an option. In the Night mode, you can catch brief flashes of light as curved If you select AUTO the aperture value or shutter speed will be streaks by extending the exposure. Use a slow shutter speed adjusted automatically. to extend the time until the shutter closes. Increase the aperture value to prevent overexposure. 7 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. 1 Rotate the mode dial to s. 8 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. 2 Select Night. Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. 3 Press [m]. 4 Select Functions Long Time Shutter. 5 Select the aperture value or shutter speed. Aperture value Shutter speed Aperture Back Move Extended functions 28
  • 30. Shooting modes Using the Beauty Shot mode 4 To hide facial imperfections, press [m]. Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. 5 Select Functions Face Retouch an option. Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of 1 Rotate the mode dial to b. imperfections. 2 To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), press [m]. 3 Select Functions Face Tone an option. Level 1 Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter. Level 2 Back Move 6 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. Back Move 7 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro. Extended functions 29
  • 31. Shooting modes Using the DUAL IS mode Using the Program mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) and Digital Image Stabilisation functions. in the Program mode. 1 Rotate the mode dial to p. 2 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options.”) 3 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] Before correction After correction to focus. 1 Rotate the mode dial to d. 4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. 2 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. 3 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. The digital zoom will not work in this mode. The photo will be corrected optically only when taken with a light source that is brighter than fluorescent light. If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry. Set the Optical Image Stabilisation option to reduce camera shake in different shooting modes. (p. 21) Extended functions 30
  • 32. Shooting modes Recording a video 4 Press [m]. Record videos of up to 20 minutes in length in high definition. The recorded video is saved as an H.264 (MPEG4.AVC) file. 5 Select Functions Voice a sound option. Option Description H.264 (MPEG4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format On: Record a video with sound. (While you are zooming, established by international standard organisations ISO/IEC and ITU-T. sound recording will be interrupted.) Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In this case, set a lower resolution. (p. 35) Off: Record a video without sound. When the Optical Image Stabilisation ( ) is activated, your video may be recorded with the OIS operation sound. The zoom sound may be recorded if you use the zoom while 6 Set other options as desired. recording a video. (For options, refer to “Shooting options.”) 7 Press [Shutter] to start recording. 1 Rotate the mode dial to v. 8 Press [Shutter] again to stop recording. 2 Press [m]. 3 Select Functions Frame Rate a frame rate (the number of frames per second). As the number of frames increases, action appears more natural, but the file size is increased. 60 FPS is available only when the video resolution is 320 x 240. Extended functions 31
  • 33. Shooting modes 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. Stop Pause Extended functions 32
  • 34. Recording voice memos apdbs 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. You will begin recording a voice memo right after taking the photo. 4 Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum). Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo. Stop Pause Press [o] to pause or resume recording. You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length. 4 Press [Shutter] to stop. Press [Shutter] again to record a new voice memo. 5 Press [m] to switch to Shooting mode. Extended functions 33
  • 35. Shooting options Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode. Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 35 Adjusting brightness and colour ………… 45 Selecting a resolution ………………………… 35 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ………… 45 Selecting image quality ………………………… 35 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ………… 45 Using the timer ……………………………… 36 Changing the metering option ………………… 46 Selecting a light source (White balance) ……… 46 Shooting in the dark ………………………… 38 Preventing red-eye …………………………… 38 Using burst modes ………………………… 48 Using the flash ………………………………… 38 Improving your photos ……………………… 49 Adjusting the ISO speed ……………………… 39 Applying photo styles ………………………… 49 Changing the camera’s focus ……………… 40 Defining your own RGB tone ………………… 49 Using macro …………………………………… 40 Adjusting your photos ………………………… 50 Using auto focus ……………………………… 40 Adjusting the focus area ……………………… 41 Using face detection ………………………… 42 Detecting faces ………………………………… 42 Taking a self-portrait shot ……………………… 43 Taking a smile shot …………………………… 43 Detecting eye blinking ………………………… 44
  • 36. Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution apdbsvS 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. 1280 X 720: Play back on an HDTV. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 640 X 480: Play back on a general TV. 2 Select Functions Photo Size an option. 320 X 240: Post on a web page. Option Description 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 apdbs or play back on an HDTV. Photos you take are compressed and saved in JPEG format. 3264 X 2448: Print on A3 paper. Higher quality images will result in larger sizes. 2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper. 2048 X 1536: Print on A5 paper. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 1920 X 1080: Print on A5 paper or play back on an 2 Select Functions Quality an option. HDTV. Option Description 1024 X 768: Attach to email. Super Fine Fine Normal The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. Shooting options 35
  • 37. Using the timer apdbsvS 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 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. Press [t] to cancel the timer. 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. 37) Shooting options 36
  • 38. 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]. 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. The AF-assist light/timer lamp will start to blink rapidly when the camera detects you. The motion timer may not work when: you are more than 3 m away from the camera your movements are too subtle there is too much light or backlight The detection range of the motion timer Shooting options 37
  • 39. Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye apbs Using the flash apbsS 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: The flash will not fire. 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 38
  • 40. Shooting in the dark Option Description Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select Red-eye Fix*: Self-Portrait or Blink Detection. The flash fires when the subject or background is Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 86) dark. If there is reflected light or much dust in the air, tiny spots may appear The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced on your photo. software analysis. Slow Sync: The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer. Select this when you want to capture ambient light to reveal more details in the background. Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. Adjusting the ISO speed p Fill in: The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as The flash always fires. defined by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). Light intensity is adjusted automatically. The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your Red-eye*: camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better The flash fires when the subject or background is photo without using the flash. dark. The camera reduces red-eyes. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Auto: The flash fires automatically when the subject or background is dark. 2 Select Functions ISO an option. Select to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. brightness of the subject and lighting. * There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. The higher ISO speed you select, the more image noise you may get. When Motion Capture is set, ISO speed will be set to Auto. When you set the ISO speed to 3200, you can select only 3M or lower resolution. Shooting options 39
  • 41. Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects. Using macro apdv Using auto focus apdv 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 “Using auto focus.” your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. Normal (AF) 2 Select an option. Option Description Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos. Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 80 cm. Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm. Macro: Focus on a subject 8-80 cm (50-80 cm when using zoom). Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 5 cm (farther than 50 cm when using zoom). The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. Shooting options 40
  • 42. Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area apdbs You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’s location in the scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select 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. The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. Shooting options 41
  • 43. Using face detection apdbs 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. 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 Face detection is not available when using a photo style or saturation. When you use the face detection option, the digital zoom will not work. Depending on the selected face detection option, the timer is not available or some timer options are not available. The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Functions Face Detection Normal. 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 42
  • 44. 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]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Functions Face Detection Smile Shot. 2 Select Functions Face Detection Self-Portrait. When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect 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. 74) Shooting options 43
  • 45. Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take 2 photos in succession. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Functions Face Detection Blink Detection. Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen. When blink detection fails, “Picture taken with eyes closed.” message appears. Take another photo. Shooting options 44
  • 46. Adjusting brightness and colour Learn how to adjust the brightness and colour for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually Compensating for backlighting (ACB) p (EV) p d v 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 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Functions EV. 2 Select Functions ACB an option. 3 Select a value to adjust the exposure. Option Description 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. 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. 48) The ACB feature is always on in the a mode. You cannot set burst options when this feature is on. Shooting options 45
  • 47. Adjusting brightness and colour Changing the metering option pdv Selecting a light source The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera (White balance) p d v 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. 2 Select Functions Metering. Option Description Multi: Your camera divides the scene into several areas, and then measures the light intensity of each area. Suitable for general photos. (Auto WB) (Daylight) Spot: Your camera measures only the light intensity of the very centre of the frame. If a subject is not in the centre of the scene, your photo may be improperly exposed. Suitable for a subject with backlighting. Center–weighted: Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire (Cloudy) (Tungsten) frame with emphasis placed on the centre. Suitable for photos with subjects in the centre of the frame. Shooting options 46
  • 48. Adjusting brightness and colour 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]. Shooting options 47
  • 49. Using burst modes ps 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. Option Description AEB: Take 3 photos with different exposures: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos. The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select 2 Select Functions Drive an option. Single. When you select Motion Capture, the resolution will be set to Option Description VGA and the ISO speed will be set to Auto. Single: Take a single photo. Continuous: While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes photos continuously. The maximum number of photos depends on the capacity of your memory card. Motion Capture: While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes VGA photos (6 photos per second; maximum of 30 photos). The camera automatically shows you the photos just taken and then saves them. Shooting options 48
  • 50. Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colours, or make some adjustments. Applying photo styles apdsv 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 Seletor Custom RGB. 3 Select a colour (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Soft Vivid Forest 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Functions Photo Style Seletor an option. Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone. Back Move Select Normal if you want to use face detection options. Depending on the selected photo style, some image adjustment options are not available. 4 Adjust the amount of the selected colour. (-: less or +: more) Shooting options 49
  • 51. Improving your photos Adjusting your photos p 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. Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects. (suitable for printing) 3 Select an adjustment option. Depending on the selected image adjustment option, some photo styles are not available. Contrast Sharpness 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 Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity - of your photos. This may also increase the noise on your photos. Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for + editing the photos on your computer). Shooting options 50