Samsung MV800 User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English)

Samsung MV800 Manual




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    This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Basic troubleshooting User Manual MV800 Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index
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    ... may distort the camera or cause a fire. If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center. 1
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    ..., or heated batteries may cause a fire or personal injury. Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables and accessories. • Using ... cause the batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury. • Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by unapproved batteries, ...
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    ...the camera's screen is damaged. • If glass or acrylic parts are broken, please use the camera after repairing it at Samsung Electronics Service Center to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries. • Please do not use the camera other than its intended ...
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    ... of the SD Association. • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners. Basic functions Learn about ... photo and video shooting modes. 58 Playback/Editing • The contents of this manual and the camera 84 specifications presented in this manual ...
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    Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Page number of related information The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step. For example: Touch → Photo Size...
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    Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter • Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down • Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down Exposure (Brightness) The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter ...
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    Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes appear red. Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reflect light from the camera flash. Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 62) • If the photo has already been captured, select Red-...
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    ... (to prevent or correct red-eye)  62 Face Detection  68 Pose Guide mode  48 Auto Zoom Shot mode  48 Self Shot mode ...language  115 • Setting the date and time  115 • Before contacting a service center  128 Adjusting the exposure (brightness) • ISO sensitivity (to adjust ...
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    ...Using the Help mode ...29 Viewing the Application description ...29 Viewing the Operation guide ...29 Capturing photos ...30 Zooming ...31 Reducing camera shake (OIS...the Smart Movie mode ...47 Using the portrait modes ...48 Using the Pose Guide mode ...48 Using the Auto Zoom Shot mode ...48 Using the...
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    ...70 Using Smart Face Recognition ...70 Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) ...71 Adjusting brightness and color ...73 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ...73 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ...74 Changing the metering option ...74 Selecting a light source (White balance) ...75 Using ...
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    ... ...118 Error messages ...119 Camera maintenance ...120 Cleaning your camera ...120 Using or storing the camera ...121 About memory cards ...122 About the battery ...124 Before contacting a service center ...128 Camera specifications ...131 Glossary ...135 FCC notice ...140 Index ...141 11
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    ... 18 Charging the battery 18 Turning on your camera 18 Using the Help mode 29 Viewing the Application description ......... 29 Viewing the Operation guide 29 Performing the initial setup 19 Capturing photos Learning icons 21 Using the touch screen 22 Setting the sound 24 30 Zooming...
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    ... A/V cable Rechargeable battery Strap Battery charger Quick Start Guide Memory card/ Memory card adapter • The illustrations may differ from your actual items. • Purchase Samsung-approved optional items that are compatible with your camera at the service center or the store ...
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    Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Zoom button • In a Shooting mode: Zoom in or out • In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails Microphone Shutter button POWER button Flash AF-assist light/Timer...
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    Camera layout Indicator light • Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or when the image is out of focus • Steady: When connecting to the computer, when out of focus, or charging the battery Touch screen Speaker 2 Home button Playback ...
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    Camera layout Using the screen You can take a self-portrait while looking at yourself on the screen by flipping the screen up and using the shutter button on the back of the camera. The screen can flip 180 degrees upward. Shutter button • Fold the screen when not in use. • Please do not ...
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    ... a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Memory card Rechargeable battery Push the lock up to release the battery. Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up. Rechargeable battery • You can use the internal memory as a temporary storage device when the memory card is ...
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    Charging the battery and turning on your camera Charging the battery Before you use the camera for the first time, you must charge the battery. When connecting the USB cable to the camera, insert the smaller connector into the camera and the other connector into the power adapter. Turning on your ...
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    Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera's basic settings. 1 Touch Language. General Language Time Zone Date/Time Set English Home 5 Touch Home, and then touch zone. select a new time zone. Time Zone or to select a ...
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    Performing the initial setup 8 Touch the up or down arrows to set the date. Date/Time Set Year Month Day • The screen may differ depending on the language selected. 9 Touch , and then set the time. Date/Time Set Hr Min • To set daylight-saving time, touch . 10 11 12 Touch Touch ...
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    Learning icons The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. Icon Description Icon Description Aperture value Shutter speed Timer Auto focus frame 1 2 3 : Fully charged : Partially charged : Empty (Recharge) Photo resolution Video ...
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    Using the touch screen Learn how to use the touch screen. The touch screen works best when you touch it with the soft part of your finger. Do not use sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen. You can damage the screen. Touching Touch an icon to select a menu or option. Flicking...
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    Using the touch screen Selecting an option • Drag the option list up or down until you find the desired option, • The touch screen may not recognize your inputs if you touch multiple items at the same time. and then touch the option. Metering Multi Spot Center-weighted • When you touch ...
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    Setting the sound Set your camera to emit or not to emit a sound when you perform functions. 1 2 3 4 On the Home screen, touch Touch Sound. Touch Beep Sound. . Touch the desired option to turn on or off the beep. Beep Sound Off On Basic functions 24
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    ...the Home screen Icon Description Smart Auto: Capture a photo using a scene mode selected automatically by the camera. (p. 37) Program: Capture a photo using manually setting options. (p. 44) Smart Movie: Record a video using a scene mode selected automatically by the camera. (p. 47) Movie: Record a...
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    ...: Capture a photo automatically by setting the timer. (p. 42) Touch Shot: Capture a photo with the touch of your finger. (p. 43) Pose Guide: Align the subject with the guide line that appears on the screen and capture a photo with a desired pose. (p. 48) Album: View files by category in Smart album...
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    Using the Home screen Rearranging icons You can rearrange the icons on the Home screen in any order. Setting Wallpaper Set wallpaper for the Home screen with the desired image. 1 Touch and hold an icon. 1 Movie On the Home screen, touch . Smart Auto Program Smart Movie Album Theme Album...
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    Using the Home screen 3 Touch to save. Album Theme Album Slide Show Photo Editor Storyboard Maker Wallpapers Help Settings Basic functions 28
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    ... Storyboard Maker Wallpapers Help Settings Application description Operation guide 2 Touch or to another. to move from one Application description . ... the desired mode from the list by touching Application description Operation guide 4 Touch to access a mode or function displayed on the ...
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    Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. Smart Auto Program Smart Movie Movie ...
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    Capturing photos Zooming You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 5X Optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 5X Digital zoom. The Intelli zoom and Digital zoom cannot be used at the same time. Digital zoom If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is ...
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    Capturing photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies by how much you have zoomed in when you use Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 10 times. Intelli range Zoom ...
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    Capturing photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. • OIS may not function properly when: - Before correction After correction 1 2 In Shooting mode, touch . you move your camera to follow a moving subject you use the Digital zoom there is too much...
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    Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Ensure nothing is blocking the lens. Reducing camera shake • Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake optically. (p. 33) • Select the DUAL IS mode to reduce camera shake both optically and digitally. ...
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    Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: - there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) - the light source behind the subject ...
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    ... Using the Movie mode Using the Smart Movie mode 37 38 39 41 41 42 42 43 43 44 46 47 Using the portrait modes 48 Using the Pose Guide mode Using the Auto Zoom Shot mode Using the Self Shot mode Using the Intelligent Portrait mode ......... Using the Picture in Picture mode Using the Beauty ...
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    Using shooting modes Capture photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Smart Auto mode In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it detects. The Smart Auto mode is helpful if you ...
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    ... file formats. • When using the 3D Photo mode, limited shooting options are available. • An MPO file for 3D effects can only be displayed on devices supporting the MPO format (3D TV and 3D monitor), while the camera can display only regular JPEG files. • If you want to see the 3D effect ...
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    Using shooting modes About 3D Depth Viewer The 3D Depth Viewer represents 3D effects with a color gradient for 3D shooting. Using the Live Panorama mode You can capture a panoramic shot in a single photo in Live Panorama mode. Capture a regular-panoramic photo or a 3D-panoramic photo that can be ...
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    ... range. • Photos taken in 3D Panorama mode are saved in both JPEG and MPO files. • An MPO file for 3D effects can only be displayed on devices supporting the MPO format (3D TV and 3D monitor), while the camera can display only regular JPEG files. • If you want to see the 3D effect of MPO ...
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    Using shooting modes Using the Scene mode In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific kind of scene. Using the Night Shot mode In Night mode, you can use a slow shutter speed to extend the time the shutter stays open. Increase the aperture value to prevent ...
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    Using shooting modes Using the Close Up mode In Close Up mode, you can capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Using the Timer Shot mode In Timer Shot mode, you can set the camera to capture a photo automatically after a specified number of seconds by setting the timer. ...
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    Using shooting modes 3 Press [Shutter] to start the timer. The timer counts down the time. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. automatically ...
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    Using shooting modes 3 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • The Digital zoom and Intelli-zoom are not available in DUAL IS mode. • The camera will optically correct photos only when the light source is brighter than fluorescent light. Using the Program mode In Program mode, you can set ...
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    Using shooting modes Setting My screen In Program mode, you can add shortcuts for your favorite options to the left side of the screen. 3 Drag the icon into a desired box on the left. • To remove shortcuts, drag an icon to the right. EV 1 2 In Shooting mode, touch → My screen → . My ...
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    ... the international standard organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If this occurs, set a lower resolution. • Memory cards with slow write speeds will not support high-resolution videos and high-speed videos. To record high-...
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    Using shooting modes Using the Smart Movie mode In Smart Movie mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. 3 4 Press [Shutter] or touch to start recording. to stop recording. Press [Shutter] again or touch 1 2 On the Home screen...
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    ... detects the subject and adjusts the zoom to the detected face when it is difficult to manually adjust the zoom or to change the subject's position. 1 On the ... on the nearest face or a face in the center. Align your subject with the guide that appears on the screen. Half-press [Shutter] to focus. ...
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    ... optimal zoom ratio and various self pose guides. You can take a photo without pressing ... 4 Flip up the screen. Touch the Self Pose Guide screen. Select the desired self pose guide. ...rotated 90 or 270 degrees. is selected, a random pose guide is displayed when you press the shutter button. Extended...
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    Using the portrait modes Using the Intelligent Portrait mode In the Intelligent Portrait mode, the camera detects the face of a subject and automatically enlarges the face, crops the photo around the face creating a portrait, and then saves the original photo and two portraits in three separate ...
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    Using the portrait modes 5 Touch to retake the background image. Using the Beauty Shot mode In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. • When you are shooting a background image, all photos taken are automatically saved. • When you are ...
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    Using effect modes Capture photos or record videos with various effects. Using the Background Blur mode The Background Blur mode makes the subject more discernible by adjusting the depth of field. 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • When the camera can apply the Object Highlight effect, will ...
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    Using effect modes Using the Magic Frame mode In Magic Frame mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change according to the frame you select. Using the My Magic Frame mode In My Magic Frame mode, you can make part of the photo ...
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    ... as the number increases. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 On the Home screen, touch Aim the camera at a face. Touch the desired effect. . • When using the Manual effect, you can change the face directly by dragging each facial area. Transparency EXIT Touch . 7 8 Align your subject in the frame, and then...
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    Using effect modes Using the Photo Filter mode In Photo Filter mode, you can apply various filter effects to your photos. Miniature Vignetting Option Miniature Vignetting Soft Focus Description Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Apply the retro-looking colors, ...
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    Using effect modes Option Cartoon Cross Filter Zooming Shot Description Using the Movie Filter mode In Movie Filter mode, you can record videos with various filter effects. Simplify an image to create a cartoon like effect. Make lights spread from their source just like a cross filter. Create a ...
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    Using effect modes Option Classic Retro Palette Effect 1 Palette Effect 2 Description Using the Vignetting mode In Vignetting mode, you can capture a photo or record a video with a vignetting effect. Apply a black and white effect. Apply a sepia tone effect. Create a vivid look with sharp ...
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    ... a resolution and quality 59 Selecting a resolution 59 Selecting image quality 60 Adjusting brightness and color 73 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ...... Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ...... Changing the metering option Selecting a light source (White balance) ... 73 74 74 75 ...
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    Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution...
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    Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video resolution Selecting image quality → Movie Size. Set the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. 1 2 In a Shooting mode, touch Touch the desired option. Movie Size 1280 X 720 HQ 1280 ...
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    Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video quality The camera compresses and saves the videos you record in the MP4 (H.264) format. 1 2 In a Shooting mode, touch Touch the desired option. → Frame Rate. • As the frame rate increases, action appears more natural, but the file size...
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    Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye If the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person's eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. Refer to flash options in "...
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    Shooting in the dark Icon Description • Flash options are not available if you set Burst options or select Self-Portrait or Blink Detection. from the flash. (p. 132) Red-eye: • The flash will fire twice when the subject or background is dark to reduce the red-eye effect. • There is an ...
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    Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film's sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. With a higher ISO...
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    ...Icon Description Auto Focus (Normal): Focus on a subject farther than 32 in (80 cm) from the camera. Farther than 59 in. (150 cm) when using the zoom. Macro: Manually focus on a subject that is 2-32 in (5-80 cm) from the camera (39-59 in [100-150 cm] when you use the zoom). • Try to hold the ...
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    Changing the camera's focus Using smart touch focus Smart Touch AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. • If you do not touch any area on the screen, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. - • Tracking a subject may fail when: 1...
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    Changing the camera's focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. 1 2 In a Shooting mode, touch Touch the desired option. Focus Area Center AF Multi AF One Touch Shooting Smart Touch AF ...
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    Using face detection If you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. You can also use Smart Face ...
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    Using face detection Capturing a self portrait shot Capture photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to close-up and your camera will emit a beep. Capturing a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 2 3 In a Shooting mode, touch Touch...
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    Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. Using Smart Face Recognition The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. The Smart Face Recognition feature will automatically ...
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    ...€™s face for best results: one each from the front, left, right, above, and below. • When capturing photos from the left, right, above, and below, instruct the subject not to turn his or her face more than 30 degrees. subject's face. • You can register a face even if you capture only one ...
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    Using face detection 4 Touch when the face list appears. on the face list. • Your favorite faces are indicated with a • You can register up to 6 favorite faces. • The flash will not fire when you register a favorite face. • If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of...
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    Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo. •...
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    Adjusting brightness and color Compensating for backlighting (ACB) When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. If this occurs, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. • ...
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    Adjusting brightness and color Icon Description Selecting a light source (White balance) The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a white balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting conditions,...
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    Adjusting brightness and color 1 2 In a Shooting mode, touch → White Balance. . Defining your own White Balance You can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper, under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The ...
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    Using burst modes It can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the burst modes to capture multiple photos rapidly. Icon Description Single: Capture a single photo. ...
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    Applying effects/Adjusting images Applying Smart Filter effects Apply various filter effects to your photos and videos to create unique images. Available filters in Program mode Icon Description Normal: No effect. Miniature: Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. ...
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    Applying effects/Adjusting images Icon Description Icon Description Palette Effect 4: Create a cold and monotone effect. • If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the speed of Zooming Shot: Create a funnel effect on the focused area by blurring the surroundings. Available ...
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    Applying effects/Adjusting images Adjusting your photos Adjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos. 3 Touch Sharpness to save your changes. Description 1 2 In a Shooting mode, touch → Image Adjust. + Select the desired correction value by touching the values on the ...
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    Reducing the sound of the zoom When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom in the videos. Use the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. 1 2 In a Video Shooting mode, touch Touch the desired option. Voice Sound Alive On Sound Alive Off Mute ...
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    ... Movie Pose Guide ○         ○ ○ - ○ ○ ○  ○ ○ ○       ○ ○ ○ ○ ○  ○ ○  ○ ○ ○ ○  ○ ○  ○ ○  ○ ○ ○  ○  ○ ○ ○  : In these modes,...
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    Available shooting options by shooting mode Auto Zoom Shot Resolution Quality Timer Flash ISO sensitivity Macro Focus area Face detection EV ACB Metering White balance Drive Smart filter Image adjust Sound Alive Digital zoom Intelli zoom OIS Picture in Picture  Self Shot Intelligent Portrait ...
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    Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, TV, HDTV, or 3D TV. Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 85 Starting Playback mode 85 Viewing photos 91 Playing a video...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos, videos, and how to manage files. Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos stored in your camera. 2 Drag the image left or right to move to another file. 1 Press [Playback]. • To skip files quickly, tilt the ...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode • Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera • If you want to view files stored in the internal memory, remove your memory card. • The camera will not play back files of unsupported sizes or files that were captured with other ...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Display in Playback mode Ranking your favorite faces You can rank your favorite faces or delete them. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. 1 File Information File Location Icon Description In Playback ...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 2 To change the rank of a face, touch drag the face to a new location. Edit Ranking → Yes, and then Viewing files in Smart album as thumbnails View files by category, such as date, face, or file type. 1 2 On the Home screen, touch Touch → a ...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files with the page flip effect You can flip through files by dragging or flicking your finger across the screen. You can also run a slide show with the flip page effect by touching the slide show icon on the left side. Viewing files as thumbnails ...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting files Protect your files to prevent accidental deletion. Deleting files Select files to delete in Playback mode. Deleting a single file You can select one file, and then delete it. 1 2 In Playback mode, locate the file you want to protect, and...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting all files You can select all files, and then delete them at once. Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. 1 2 3 In Playback mode, touch Touch Delete All. → Delete. → Delete. • In Thumbnail view or Smart ...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing panoramic photos View photos captured in Live Panorama mode. Playing a slide show Apply effects and audio to a slide show of your photos. The slide show function does not work for videos. 1 2 In Playback mode, drag the image left or right to move...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode * Default Icon Description Playing a video In Playback mode, you can view a video, and then capture or trim parts of the playing video. You can save the captured or trimmed segments as new files. Play Mode: Set whether or not to repeat the slide show. (...
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    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Trimming a video Capturing an image from video 1 2 3 While viewing a video, touch want the trimming to begin. Touch Touch end. → . at the point where you 1 2 3 While viewing a video, touch want to capture an image. Touch at the point where you in ...
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    ... as new files. • When editing a photo, the photo can be resized only into a size smaller than the original. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution. Resizing photos Change the size of a photo and save it as a new file. You can also select a...
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    Editing a photo Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos. Adjusting your photos Learn how to adjust the brightness, contrast, or saturation and how to correct the red-eye effect. If the center of a photo is dark, you can adjust it to be brighter. The camera will save an ...
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    Editing a photo 4 5 6 Drag the sliders or touch the sample photos to adjust the option. Touch Touch . to save your changes. 4 5 Drag the sliders or touch the sample photos to adjust the skin tone. • As the slider moves to the right, the skin tone becomes brighter. Touch to save your ...
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    Editing a photo Rotating Making Storyboard . You can apply a frame effect onto a regular photo by using various frames and borders. 1 2 3 4 On the Home screen, touch Touch Touch Touch → a photo. • The most recent file will be displayed. , and then select a rotate option. to save your ...
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    ...and then touch Touch DPOF. Touch / to select the number of copies, and then touch . . • You can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a DPOF-compatible printer at home. • Photos with dimensions that are ...
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    Viewing files on a TV, HDTV, or 3D TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 1 2 3 4 5 On the Home screen, touch . 7 8 Turn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when Touch Connectivity → Video Out. Select the ...
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    ... cable. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is supported by most HDTVs. 6 Turn on your camera ...TV. • If you have an Anynet+ compatible Samsung HDTV and you 1 2 3 4 5 On the Home screen,...Anynet+ lets you control all connected Samsung A/V devices with the TV remote control. • The time ...
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    ...on your camera. • If you have an Anynet+ compatible Samsung 3D TV and you 1 2 3 4 5 On the Home screen, ...TV's 3D function. • Refer to your TV's user manual for more details. View 3D photos with the... MPO file in 3D effect on TVs that do not support the file format. • Use proper 3D glasses ...
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    ... color display recommended) • USB 2.0 port • nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/ ATI X1600 series or higher • Microsoft DirectX 9.0c or higher Samsung is not responsible for any damage that results from using a computer that does not meet the requirements such as a computer you have assembled...
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    Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files with Intelli-studio Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. The battery will charge while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable. 5 Turn on the camera...
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    ...toolbar. • You can update the firmware of your camera by selecting Web Support → Upgrade firmware for the connected device from the program toolbar. • If you ... to a folder on your computer before editing. • Intelli-studio supports the following formats: - Videos: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: ...
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    Transferring files to your Windows computer No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Description Open menus. Display files in the selected folder. Switch to the Photo edit mode. Switch to the Video edit mode. Switch to the Sharing mode. (to send files by email or upload files to websites, such as ...
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    Transferring files to your Windows computer 5 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer in the pop-up window. Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) For Windows Vista and Windows 7, the methods for ...
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    ... automatically recognize the device. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 1 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable. When connecting the USB cable to the camera, be sure to insert ...
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    Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. 1 2 3 On the Home screen, touch . 7 Touch • Touch to print. to print all photos. Touch Connectivity → USB → Printer. Turn on the printer...
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    .... Quality: Set the print quality. Date: Set to print the date. File Name: Set to print the file name. If you select Yes on a pop-up window that is displayed after touching Reset, then you can initialize the print settings. Some options may not be supported by some printers. Playback/Editing 110
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    Settings Refer to options to configure your camera's settings. Settings menu 112 Accessing the settings menu 112 Sound 113 Display 113 Connectivity 114 General 115
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    Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. Accessing the settings menu 3 Touch an item. Sound Volume Beep Sound Shutter Sound Start Sound Medium On 1 Off 1 2 On the Home screen, touch Touch a menu. Settings Sound Display Connectivity General . 4 Touch the desired option. Beep ...
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    ...Set the sound the camera emits when you turn on your camera. (Off*, 1, 2, 3) Set to emit a sound when you half-press the shutter button. (Off, On*) Guide Line Date/Time Display Start Image Set a start image to display when the camera turns on. • Off*: Display no start image. • Logo: Display a...
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    ... • NTSC*: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico • PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, England... a TV remote control when the camera is connected to an HDTV or 3D TV that supports Anynet+(CEC). • On*: Control the camera with an HDTV remote control. • ...
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    ... 1080i*, 720p, 576p) HDMI Size • If the HDTV does not support the selected resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the next lower resolution. ... • Printer: Connect your camera to a printer to print files. • Select Mode: Manually select the USB mode when you connect your camera to a device....
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    Settings menu * Default * Default Item Description Item Auto Rotate Description Specify how to name files. • Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when you insert a new memory card, format a memory card, or delete all files. • Series*: Set the file number to resume from the ...
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    Settings menu * Default Item AF Lamp Description Set a light to automatically turn on in dark places to help the camera focus. (Off, On*) Format the internal memory and the memory card Formatting will delete all files, including protected files. (Yes, No) Format Errors can occur if you use a ...
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    ..., specifications, and maintenance. Error messages 119 Camera maintenance 120 Cleaning your camera 120 Using or storing the camera 121 About memory cards 122 About the battery 124 Before contacting a service center 128 Camera specifications 131 Glossary 135 FCC notice 140 Index 141
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    ... Battery Memory Full No Image File The inserted memory card is not supported by your camera. Insert a microSD or microSDHC memory card. File names ... card. Delete the damaged file or contact a service center. Your camera does not support the FAT file structure of the inserted memory card. Format the ...
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    Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera Camera lens and touch screen Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper and wipe gently. Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. •...
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    Camera maintenance Using or storing the camera Inappropriate places to use or store the camera • Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot Using on beaches or shores • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas. • Your camera is...
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    ...the camera yourself. Any damage that results from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty. About memory cards Supported memory cards Your camera supports microSD (Secure Digital) or microSDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) memory cards. To read data ...
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    Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may vary depending on the scenes you shoot and the shooting conditions. The capacities below are based on a a 1 GB microSD card: Size Super Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS Cautions when using memory cards • Avoid exposing memory cards ...
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    ..., at resolution, with Fine quality. Procedure: About the battery Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Approximately 100 min/ Photos Approximately 200 .... 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3. Battery specifications Specification Model Type Cell capacity Voltage Charging time* (when the camera is switched off) ...
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    Camera maintenance Low battery message When the battery has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the "Low Battery" message will appear. Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Prevent batteries from making contact with metal ...
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    ... USB cable. • The battery may not charge when: - you use a USB hub - other USB devices are connected to your computer - you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your computer - the USB port of your computer does not support the power output standard (5 V, 500 mA) Appendixes 126
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    ... discontinue use of the battery and contact a service center. • Use only authentic, manufacturer-... the battery only by the methods described in this user manual. • Do not place the battery near ... the battery only by the method described in this user manual. The battery can ignite or explode if ...
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    Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a service center. If you have attempted the suggested remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local ...
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    Before contacting a service center Situation The flash fires unexpectedly The date and time are incorrect The touch screen or buttons do not work The camera screen responds poorly Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies • Make sure that the focus option you set The flash may fire due to ...
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    Before contacting a service center Situation The TV does not display your photos Suggested remedies • Make sure that .... • Make sure that your camera is switched on. • Make sure that you are using a supported operating system. The file transmission may be interrupted by static electricity. ...
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    Camera specifications Image sensor Type Effective pixels Total pixels Lens Focal length F-stop range Digital zoom Display Type Feature TFT LCD 3.0" (7.62 cm), 288K(WQVGA) Schneider-KREUZNACH f = 4.7 mm-23.5 mm (35 mm film equivalent: 26 mm-130 mm) F3.3 (W)-F5.9 (T) Still image mode: 1.0X-5.0X (...
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    ... Vignetting, Beauty Shot, Background Blur, Night Shot, Close-up Shot, DUAL IS, Intelligent Portrait, Auto Zoom Shot, Timer Shot, Touch Shot, Pose Guide * Smart Auto: Macro, Macro text, Portrait, White, Landscape, Action, Tripod, Night, Night Portrait, Backlight, Backlight Portrait, Blue Sky, Sunset,...
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    Camera specifications Videos • Modes: Movie, Smart Movie*, Vignetting, Movie Filter * Smart Movie: Landscape, Blue Sky, Natural Green, Sunset • Format: MP4(H.264) (Maximum recording time: 20 min) • Size: 1280 X 720 HQ, 1280 X 720, 640 X 480, 320 X 240 • Frame rate: 30 FPS, 15 FPS •...
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    Camera specifications For 1 GB microSD: Number of photos Super Fine 4608 X 3456 4608 X 3072 4608 X 2592 3648 X 2736 105 117 140 166 319 522 742 1,582 Fine 206 230 275 323 607 954 1,336 2,505 Normal 303 337 406 469 858 1,336 1,878 3,006 Power source Rechargeable battery Connector Type Lithium-ion ...
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    Glossary ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images when the subject is backlit or when there is a high contrast between your subject and the background. AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket) This feature automatically captures several images at different ...
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    Glossary EV (Exposure Value) All the combinations of the camera's shutter speed and lens aperture that result in the same exposure. EV Compensation This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your photos. ...
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    ...file. By using this file type, you can watch 3D images that are created with two images. However, you can watch them only on devices that support the MPO format. Noise Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when photos are...
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    Glossary Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor. A fast shutter speed allows ...
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    ...[B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics' commitment to sustainable development and social responsibility through... find the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect Or call, (877) 278 - 0799 Appendixes 139
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    ... for help. Trade Name Model No. Responsible Party Address Telephone No. : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. : Samsung MV800 : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. : 85 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 : 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC ...
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    Index A AF-assist light location 14 settings 117 inserting 17 Connecting to a computer Mac 108 Windows 103 E Editing photos 95 Editing videos capturing 94 trimming 94 Beauty Shot mode 51 Blink detection 70 Brightness Playback mode 96 Shooting mode 73 Contrast Playback mode 96 Shooting mode 80 ...
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    ... Live Panorama mode 39 ranking 87 registering 71 contrast N Night Shot mode 41 G Guide lines 113 Playback mode 96 Shooting mode 80 H Half-press shutter ... 109 Picture in Picture mode 50 Playback button 15 Playback mode 85 Pose Guide mode 48 Power button 14 Power save mode 114 Motion capture 77 ...
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    ... mode 78 Touch Shot mode 43 Transferring files Mac 108 Windows 103 Q Quick view 114 Scene mode 41 Self portrait shot 69 Self Shot mode 49 Service center 128 Settings 112 Sharpness 80 Shooting portraits Beauty Shot mode 51 Blink detection 70 Face detection 68 Red-eye 63 Red-eye fix 63 Self ...
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    Index slide show 92 Smart Album 88 thumbnails 89 TV 100 Vignetting mode 57 W White Balance 75 Z Zoom using the zoom 31 zoom button 14 zoom sound settings 81 3 3D Photo mode 38 3D TV 102 Appendixes 144
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    Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www.samsung.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries.
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