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    USER MANUAL WB50F/WB51F/WB52F Click a topic This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Basic troubleshooting Basic functions Playback/Editing Appendixes Quick reference Extended functions Wireless network Index Contents Shooting
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    . If you use the flash too close to your subject's eyes, you can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage. Keep your camera away from small children and pets. Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if
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    shock. 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. Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera in a certain area. • Avoid interference with other electronic
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    cause a fire or personal injury. Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables, and accessories. • Using unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury. • Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused
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    cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case. Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased. Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card. This may result in
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    are registered trademarks of the SD Association. • Wi-Fi®, User Manual Basic functions 13 Learn about what is in the product box, the camera's layout, what the icons mean, and basic shooting functions. Extended functions 37 Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode
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    Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions [ ] Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the Composition Exposure (Brightness) The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure by changing the
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    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 the camera steady long enough to capture a clear photo and may result in camera shake. • Select Night in Smart mode. (p.
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    to videos • Magic mode > Movie Filter  46  8 Reducing camera shake • Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)  34 Transferring and sharing files • Sending photos or videos to a smart phone  95 • Sending photos or videos via email  98 • Using photo or video sharing services  101 • Uploading photos
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    layout ...15 Using the DIRECT LINK button 17 Inserting the battery and memory card 18 Charging the battery and turning on your camera 19 Charging the battery 19 Turning on your camera 19 Performing the initial setup 20 Learning icons ...22 Using the Home screen 23 Accessing the Home screen
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    Adjusting the ISO sensitivity 54 Changing the camera's focus 55 Using macro ...55 Using auto manually (EV 61 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 62 Changing the metering option 62 Selecting a White Balance setting 63 Using burst modes ...65 Adjusting images ...66 Reducing the sound of the zoom
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    via email 98 Changing email settings 98 Sending photos or videos via email 100 Using photo or video sharing services 101 Accessing a sharing service 101 Uploading photos or videos 101 Using Samsung Link to send files 103 Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link 103  11
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    menu 106 Sound ...107 Display ...107 Connectivity ...108 General ...109 Appendixes ...111 Error messages ...112 Camera maintenance 113 Cleaning your camera 113 Using or storing the camera 114 About memory cards 115 About the battery 118 Upgrading the firmware 122 Before contacting a service
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    LINK button 17 Inserting the battery and memory card 18 Charging the battery and turning on your camera 19 Charging the battery 19 Turning on your camera 19 Performing the initial sound 30 Capturing photos 31 Zooming 32 Reducing camera shake (OIS 34 Tips for getting a clearer photo 35
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    Camera case A/V cable Battery charger Memory card/Memory card adapter • The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product. • The items included in the box may differ depending on the model. • You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service
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    layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Shutter button AF-assist light/Timer lamp Power button Microphone Lens Speaker Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery Basic functions 15 Flash Internal antenna* * Avoid
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    the camera is connected to a computer, charging the battery, or when the image is in focus Button Description Access the Home screen. (p. 23) Access options or menus. Enter Playback mode. Delete files in Playback mode. Zoom button • In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out • In Playback mode: Zoom in
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    Camera layout Using the DIRECT LINK button You can turn on the Wi-Fi feature conveniently with [ ]. Press [ ] to activate the Wi-Fi function that you have designated. Press [ ] again to return to the previous mode. Setting a DIRECT LINK button option You can select a Wi-Fi function to launch when
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    Inserting the battery and memory card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Insert a memory card with the goldcolored contacts facing up. Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up. Removing the battery and memory card Battery lock Slide the lock to
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    off: Fully charged Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ ]. The camera turns on and immediately accesses Playback mode. Use only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera. If you use another AC adapter (such as SAC-48), the camera battery may not charge or work properly
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    the first time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps below to configure the camera's basic settings. The language is preset for the country or region where the camera is sold. You can change the language as desired. 1 Press [ ] to select Time Zone, and then press [ ] or [ ]. 2 Press
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    Performing the initial setup 6 Press [ ] to select Date Type, and then press [ ] or [ ]. 7 Press [ / ] to select a date type, and then press [ ]. 8 Press [ ] to select Time Type, and then press [ ] or [ ]. 9 Press [ / ] to select a time type, and then press [ ]. 10 Press [ ] to finish the
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    Current time Available number of photos Memory card inserted • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • : Empty (Recharge) • : Charging (Connected with the charger) Aperture value Shutter speed Available recording time Auto focus frame Camera shake Zoom indicator Photo resolution when the
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    screen You can select a shooting mode or access the settings menu by selecting the icons on the Home screen. Accessing the Home screen In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. Press [ ] again to return to the previous mode. No. Description Current Home screen • Rotate [Zoom] to the left or right
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    and see a preview of an image from your camera on your smart phone. (p. 96) Email: Send photos or videos stored on the camera via email. (p. 98) SNS & Cloud: Upload photos or videos to file sharing services. (p. 101) Samsung Link: View files on a Samsung Link device connected to the same AP. (p. 103
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    Using the Home screen Icon Description Live Panorama: Capture and combine a series of photos to create a panoramic image. (p. 44) Photo Filter: Capture a photo with various filter effects. (p. 45) Movie Filter: Record a video with various filter effects. (p. 46) Photo Editor: Edit photos
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    and then press [ ]. • If you select a photo you have captured, you can set a specified area as wallpaper. Rotate [Zoom] to the left or right to reduce or enlarge the area. Press [ / / / ] to move the area. 6 Press pressing [ ], and then selecting Set Wallpaper in Playback mode. Basic functions 26
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    To select an option or a menu, press [ ], and then press [ 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Scroll to an option or a menu. • To move up or down, press [ ] or [ ]. • To move left or right, press [ ] or [ ]. / / / ] or [ ]. Going back to the previous menu Press [ ] to go back to
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    Selecting options or menus For example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode: 1 On the Home screen, scroll to . 2 Select . 3 Press [ ]. AutoShare EV White Balance ISO Flash Focus Exit Select 4 Press [ / ] to select White Balance, and then
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    how to change the basic display information and sound settings. Setting the display type You can select a display type for the Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays different shooting or playback information. See the table below. Setting the option display view You can hide or show the
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    the sound Turn the sound your camera emits when you perform functions on or off. 1 On the Home screen, scroll to . 2 Select . 3 Select Sounds → Beep Sound. 4 Select an option. Option Description Off The camera does not emit any sounds. On The camera emits sounds. Basic functions 30
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    Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. 1 On the Home screen, scroll to . 2 Select . 3 Align your subject in the frame. 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • A green frame means the subject is
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    change inconsistently. Digital zoom Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode and the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using Digital zoom. By using both the 12X Optical zoom and 2X Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to
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    Digital zoom. However, the photo quality may be lower than when you use Optical zoom. • Intelli zoom is available only when you set a 4:3 resolution ratio. If you set another resolution ratio with Intelli zoom on, Intelli zoom will be turned off automatically. • Intelli zoom is always on in Smart
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    activated. • OIS may not function properly when: -- you move your camera to follow a moving subject -- you use Digital zoom -- there is too much camera shake -- the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you capture night scenes) -- the battery is low -- you capture a close-up shot • If you use
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    Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Ensure nothing is blocking the lens, flash, or microphone. Reducing camera shake Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake optically. (p. 34) Half-pressing the shutter button When is displayed
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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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    and record a video by selecting a mode. Using Basic modes 38 Using the Smart Auto mode 38 Using the Program mode 39 Using the Smart Movie mode 40 Using the Movie mode 41 Using the Smart mode 42 Using the Album 43 Using the Settings menu 43 Using Magic modes 44 Using the Live Panorama
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    Capture photos or record videos using basic modes. You can also use the Smart mode. 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 are not familiar with the
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    the subject. • Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the mode if the subject is moving. • The camera consumes more battery power, because it changes settings often to select appropriate scenes. Using the Program mode In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed
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    areas 4 Press [Shutter] to start recording. 5 Press [Shutter] again to stop recording. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for Smart Movie mode. • The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the shooting conditions, such as
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    support high-resolution videos. To record high-resolution videos, use memory cards with faster write speeds. • If you activate the Image Stabilization function while recording a video, the camera may record the operating sound of the Image Stabilization function. • If you use the zoom function
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    Pause recording The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. OK : Pause : Continuous AF Off • Press [ ] to pause while recording. • Press [ ] to resume. Using the Smart mode In Smart mode, you can capture
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    Using Basic modes Option Beauty Face Landscape Macro Action Freeze Silhouette Sunset Night Fireworks Light view files as thumbnails. Refer to "Viewing files as thumbnails". (p. 71) Using the Settings menu You can set or change the camera settings. Refer to "Settings". (p. 105) Extended functions 43
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    various scenes or effects. Using the Live Panorama mode In Live Panorama mode, you can capture a wide panoramic scene in a single photo. Capture and combine a series of photos to create a panoramic image. 5 With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the direction that will let it capture
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    while shooting -- if you move the camera too rapidly -- if you don't move the camera • Selecting Live Panorama mode will disable the digital and optical zoom functions. If you select Live Panorama mode while the lens is zoomed in, the camera automatically zooms out to the default position. • Some
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    [ ] and then select Open Image → an image. Using the Movie Filter mode Apply various filter effects to your videos to create unique images. 1 On the vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens. Apply a black and white effect. Apply
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    Using Magic modes 4 Press [Shutter] to start recording. 5 Press [Shutter] again to stop recording. • If you select Miniature, playback speed will increase. • If you select Miniature, you cannot
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    brightness and color 61 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 61 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 62 Changing the metering option 62 Selecting a White Balance setting 63 Using burst modes 65 Adjusting images 66 Reducing the sound of the zoom 67 Available shooting options by shooting
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    2592 : Print on A1 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV. 3648 X mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Movie Size. 3 Select an option. Icon Description 1280 X 720: HD files to play back on an HDTV. 640 X 480: SD files to play back on an analog TV. For Sharing: Post to a sharing service
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    Set a photo quality setting. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Quality. 3 Select an option. Icon Description Super Fine: Capture photos in super
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    to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo after the specified time has elapsed. • Press [ . • Timer options are not available if you set burst options. • In some modes, you can also set the timer option by pressing [ ],
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    in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Flash Off Auto Red-eye Fill in Slow Sync Red-eye Fix an option. Icon Description Off: • The flash will not fire. • The camera will display the shake warning shooting in low light. when you are Auto: The
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    light. Red-eye Fix: • The flash fires twice when the subject or background is dark. The camera corrects red-eye through its advanced software analysis. • There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. Available options may differ depending
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    ). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. Use a higher ISO sensitivity to capture better photos and reduce camera shake when not using the flash. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select ISO. 3 Select an option. • Select to use an appropriate ISO
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    To capture sharp photos, select the appropriate focus option according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Focus Normal (AF) Macro Exit Set • Try to hold the camera firmly to prevent blurry photos. • Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 15
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    (5-80 cm) from the camera. 51-98 in. (130-250 cm) when you use the zoom. Auto Macro: • Focus on a subject farther than 2 in. (5 cm) away. Farther than 51 in. (130 cm) away when you use the zoom. • Auto Macro is set automatically in some modes. You cannot set it manually. Available options may differ
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    mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Focus Area → Tracking AF. 3 Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [ ]. • A focus frame appears on the subject and follows the subject as you move the camera options, Burst options, and Intelli zoom. Tracking AF • The white frame means that your camera is
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    eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. Detecting faces Your camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in one scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Face Detection → Normal. The face nearest the camera or nearest the center of the scene appears in a white focus frame
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    automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Face Detection → Blink Detection. When your subject smiles broadly, your
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    detected face automatically. • Face Detection may not be effective when: -- the subject is far from the camera -- it is too bright or too dark -- the subject is not facing the camera -- the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask -- the subject's facial expression changes drastically -- the subject
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    image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depending on the intensity as the exposure value increases.  Darker (-)  Neutral (0) 1 In Shooting mode, press [ 2 Select EV.  Brighter (+) ]. EV : 0 Cancel (Auto Exposure Bracket) option. The camera will capture 3 consecutive photos, each
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    Contrast Balance) is activated. • The ACB feature is always on in Smart Auto mode. • The ACB feature is not available when you set Burst options. Changing the metering option The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your
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    is appropriate for the lighting conditions, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten. Auto WB Daylight Cloudy Tungsten 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select White Balance. 3 Select an option. Icon Description Auto WB: Automatically set the White Balance based on the lighting
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    intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select White Balance → Custom Set. 3 Aim the lens at a piece of white paper, and then press [Shutter]. A piece of white paper Adjusting
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    Description Single: Capture a single photo. (Single is not a burst option.) Continuous: • While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera continuously captures photos. • The maximum number of photos depends on the capacity of your memory card. Motion Capture: While you are pressing [Shutter], the
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    Adjusting images Adjust the sharpness, contrast, or saturation of your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Image Adjust. 3 Select an option. • Sharpness • Contrast • Saturation Image Adjust Sharpness Contrast Saturation Back Set 4 Press [ / Sharpness - + ] to adjust each value.
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    the sound of the zoom When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom. In this case, use the Zoom Mute function. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Voice. 3 Select an option. Icon Description Zoom Mute: The camera stops recording sound temporarily
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    ISO sensitivity Macro Focus area Face detection EV ACB Metering White balance Drive Image adjust Voice Digital zoom Intelli zoom OIS Smart Auto O O O O - Program O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Smart Movie O O O - O: The option is available. Some options may be limited or may not be changeable
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    Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit photos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer or TV. Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ...... 70 Starting Playback mode 70 Viewing photos 74 Playing a video 77 Editing a photo 78 Resizing photos 78 Rotating a photo 78
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    Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos stored in your camera. 1 Press [ ]. • The most recent file will be displayed. • If the camera is off, in the internal memory, remove your memory card. • You may not be able to edit or play back files that were captured with other cameras, due to
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    thumbnails Scan thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left to view thumbnails (12 at a time). Rotate [Zoom] to the left once more to display more thumbnails (24 at a time). Rotate [Zoom] to the right to return to the previous view. Menu • You can also view files as thumbnails
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    files by category, such as date or file type. 1 In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left. • You can also view files as thumbnails by to the • If you change the category, it may take some time for the camera to reorganize files depending on the number of files. • If you delete a category
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    selecting Delete → Delete → Yes. ], and then Deleting multiple files You can select multiple files, and then delete them at once. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. • When in thumbnails view, press [ ], select Delete → Select, and then skip to step 3, or press [ ], select Select, and then skip to
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    internal memory to a memory card. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Copy to Card. Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the right to enlarge a portion of the photo. Rotate [Zoom] to the left to zoom out
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    in its original form.) When you view photos that were captured by another camera, the zoom ratio may differ. Viewing panoramic photos View photos captured in Live Panorama mode. 1 In Playback mode, press [ / ] to scroll to a desired panoramic photo. • The entire panoramic photo appears on
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    to step 4 to start a slide show with no effects. * Default Option Description Play Mode Set whether or not to repeat the slide show. (One Play*, Repeat) Interval • the slide show and return to Playback mode. • Rotate [Zoom] to the left or right to adjust the volume level. Playback/Editing 76
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    photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a video In Playback mode, you can view a video. 1 In Playback mode, select a video, you press [ ], you change the scan speed in this order: 2X, 4X, 8X. Rotate [Zoom] to the left or right. When playing a movie, you can begin using features such a scanning
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    edited photos as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution. • Photos captured in some modes cannot be edited. Resizing photos Change the size of a photo
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    2 Select . 3 Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. 4 Select Smart Filter → an option. Smart Filter : Normal Back Set Option the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Add lines that radiate outward from bright objects to imitate the visual
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    center of a photo is dark, you can adjust it to be brighter. The camera will save an edited photo as a new file, but may convert it to a Retouching faces 1 On the Home screen, scroll to . 2 Select . 3 Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. 4 Select Face Retouch. 5 Press [
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    Editing a photo Removing red-eye 1 On the Home screen, scroll to . 2 Select . 3 Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. 4 Select Red-eye Fix. 5 Press [ ] to save. Playback/Editing 81
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    the video or capture an image from the video. Trimming a video 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Trim Movie. 3 Press from the beginning and 2 seconds from the end of the video. • The camera will save the edited video as a new file and leave the original video
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    video source with the TV remote control. 8 Turn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters Playback mode when you connect it to a TV. 9 View photos or play videos using the camera buttons. • Depending on the TV model, you may see some digital noise or part of an image may not appear. • Images
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    Transferring files to a computer Connect the camera to a computer to transfer files from the camera's memory card to the computer. Transferring files to your Windows OS computer Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. Your computer must be running Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows
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    , the computer will automatically recognize the device. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.5 or later is supported. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect your camera to your Mac OS computer with the USB cable. You must plug the small
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    Transferring files to a computer 3 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically and displays a removable disk icon. 4 On your computer, open the removable disk. 5 Drag or save files to your computer. Playback/Editing 86
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    Minimum 512 MB RAM (1 GB or more recommended) Windows 7, or Windows 8 250 MB or more (1 GB and above recommended) • 1024 X 768 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor (1280 X 1024 pixels, 32-bit color display recommended) • USB 2.0 port • nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/ ATI X1600 series or
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    via email 98 Changing email settings 98 Sending photos or videos via email 100 Using photo or video sharing services 101 Accessing a sharing service 101 Uploading photos or videos 101 Using Samsung Link to send files 103 Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link 103
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    on-screen instructions until the Wi-Fi Setting screen appears. • The camera automatically searches for available AP devices. • In some modes, press [ ], and then select Wi-Fi Setting. 4 Select an AP. Wi-Fi Setting Refresh Samsung 1 Samsung 2 Samsung 3 Samsung 4 Back Manual • Select Refresh
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    each option, and then enter the required information. Option Description Network Password Enter the network password. IP Setting Set the IP address automatically or manually. Manually setting the IP address 1 In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then press [ ]. 2 Select IP Setting
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    about registering or the service, contact the network service providers. • Be cautious when you enter personal information for an AP connection. Do not enter any payment or credit card information on your camera. The manufacturer is not liable for any problem caused by entering such information
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    the case. Enter ".com". Icon Done Description Switch between Symbol mode and ABC mode. Enter a space. Save the displayed text. View the entering text guide. • You can use only the English alphabets in some modes, regardless of the display language. • To move to Done directly, press [ ]. • You
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    supported by NFC-enabled smart phones running Android OS. It is recommended that you use the latest version. This feature is not available for iOS devices. • You should install Samsung SMART CAMERA App on your phone or device before using this feature. You can download the application from Samsung
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    iOS. Some features may not be supported by some models. Before using this feature, update the device's firmware to the latest version. If the firmware version is not the most recent, this function may not perform properly. • You should install Samsung SMART CAMERA App on your phone or device before
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    iOS. Some features may not be supported by some models. Before using this feature, update the device's firmware to the latest version. If the firmware version is not the most recent, this function may not perform properly. • You should install Samsung SMART CAMERA App on your phone or device before
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    iOS. Some features may not be supported by some models. Before using this feature, update the device's firmware to the latest version. If the firmware version is not the most recent, this function may not perform properly. • You should install Samsung SMART CAMERA App on your phone or device before
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    when you use this feature. • It will take some time to capture the photo after you release on the smart phone. • The Remote Viewfinder function will deactivate when: -- either the camera or the smart phone turn off -- either device loses its connection to the WLAN -- the Wi-Fi connection is poor or
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    Sending photos or videos via email You can change settings in the email menu and send photos or videos stored on the camera via email. Changing email settings In the email menu, you can change settings for storing your information. You can also set or change the email password. For information
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    the password, select Off. 5 When the pop-up appears, select OK. 6 Enter a 4-digit password. 7 Enter the password again. 8 When the pop-up appears, select OK. If screen. When you reset the information, the previously saved user's setting information, email address, and recently sent email list
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    or user authentication settings, contact your network administrator or network service provider. • When there are no files in the camera memory, you cannot use this feature. • You can also send an email in Playback mode
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    an ID from the list, select → an ID. • If you have previously logged in to the sharing service, you may be logged in automatically. Uploading photos or videos 1 Access the sharing service with your camera. 2 Scroll to files to upload, and then press [ ]. • You can select up to 20 files. The total
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    or web pages open. • When there are no files in the camera memory, you cannot use this feature. • You can also upload photos or videos to file sharing services in Playback mode by pressing [ ], and then selecting Share(Wi-Fi) → a sharing service. • You cannot upload videos to some sharing
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    , and then turn on the Samsung Link feature. • Refer to your device's user manual for more information. 4 On the camera, allow the Samsung Link device to connect to your camera. 5 On the Samsung Link device, select a camera to connect to. 6 On the Samsung Link device, browse the shared photos
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    from working properly. • If you reorder or sort files on the camera while viewing them on an Samsung Link device, you must repeat the initial set-up process to update the list of files on the device. • When there are no files in the camera memory, you cannot use this feature. • We recommend you use
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    Settings Refer to options to configure your camera's settings. Settings menu 106 Accessing the settings menu 106 Sound 107 Display 107 Connectivity 108 General 109
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    menu. Settings Sounds Display Connectivity General Icon Description Sounds: Set various camera sounds and the volume. (p. 107) Display: Customize the display settings. (p. 107) Connectivity: Set the connection options. (p. 108) General: Change the settings for the camera system such as memory
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    the memory. • The camera will save only one User Image in the internal memory at a time. • If you select a new photo as a User Image or reset your camera, the camera will delete the current image. Set wallpaper for the Home screen with the desired image. (Wallpaper Gallery, Album) Select a guide to
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    whether or not to review a captured image before returning to the Shooting mode. (Off, On*) This feature does not work in some modes. Auto Display Off If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the camera automatically switches to Power save mode. (Off*, On) In Power save mode, press any button
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    menu General Item Network Information Language Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Type Time Type * Default Description View the Mac address and network certification number of your camera to start from 0001 when you insert a new memory card, format a memory card, or delete all files. • Series*: Set the
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    SNS & Cloud, Samsung Link) Set a Wi-Fi function to launch by reading a tag from an NFC-enabled device in Shooting mode. (AutoShare, Remote you use a memory card formatted by another brand of camera, a memory card reader, or a computer. Please format memory cards in the camera before using them
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    , and maintenance. Error messages 112 Camera maintenance 113 Cleaning your camera 113 Using or storing the camera 114 About memory cards 115 About the battery 118 Upgrading the firmware 122 Before contacting a service center 123 Camera specifications 126 Glossary 130 Index 135
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    FAT file structure of the inserted memory card. Format the memory card on the camera. The camera has failed to locate a device that supports Samsung Link. Turn on devices on the network that support Samsung Link. Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery. Delete unnecessary files or insert
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    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. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These solutions can damage the
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    beaches or in similar areas. • Your camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery, adapter, or memory card with wet hands. Operating the camera with wet hands may cause damage to your camera. Storing for extended period of time • When you store the camera for an extended period, place it in
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    service is not covered by your warranty. About memory cards Supported memory cards Your camera supports microSD (Secure Digital), microSDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity), or microSDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity) memory cards. Memory card adapter Memory card To read data with a PC or memory
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    Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on the scenes you shoot or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 2 GB microSD card measured without using the zoom function. • Available recording time may vary if you use the zoom. • Several videos were
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    damage your camera and memory card. • Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with your camera. • Turn off the camera before you insert or remove the memory card. • Do not remove the memory card or turn off your camera while the
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    photos Photos Approximately 90 min/ Approximately 180 photos Videos Approximately 60 min Test conditions (when the battery is fully charged) The battery life was measured under the following conditions: in Program mode, in darkness, resolution, Fine quality, OIS on. 1. S et the flash option to
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    battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Prevent batteries from battery is inserted correctly. • If the camera is on while charging, the battery may not fully charge. Turn off the camera before charging the battery. • Do not use your camera when you are charging the battery
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    port of your computer does not support the power output standard (5 V, 500 mA) Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when you dispose of used batteries. • Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices
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    abnormalities in the battery, immediately discontinue use of the battery and contact a service center. • Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommend battery chargers and adapters and charge the battery only by the methods described in this user manual. • Do not place the battery near heating devices
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    iLinker.exe. • When you connect the camera to a computer with i-Launcher installed, the program will launch automatically. Mac Click Devices → i-Launcher → Mac → iLinker. 8 Upgrade the firmware to the latest version following the on-screen instructions. • Select Firmware Upgrader on the screen of
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    remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. When you leave your camera at a service center, be sure to also leave the other components that may have contributed to the malfunction, such as the memory card and battery. Situation Cannot turn on
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    display or buttons do not work The camera display responds poorly The memory card has an error Suggested remedies The flash may fire due to static electricity. The camera is not malfunctioning. Set the date and time in the display settings. (p. 109) Remove the battery, and then insert it again. If
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    external device is compatible with the exFAT file system before connecting the camera to the device. microSDXC memory cards use the exFAT file system. To use microSDXC memory cards on a Windows XP computer, download and update the exFAT file system driver from the Microsoft website. Appendixes 125
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    range Digital zoom Display Type Feature Focusing Type 1/2.3" (Approximately 7.76 mm) CCD Approximately 16.2 mega-pixels Approximately 16.6 mega-pixels Samsung Lens 12x Zoom Lens f = 4.3-51.6 mm (35 mm film equivalent: 24-288 mm) F3.1(W)-F6.3(T) • Still image mode: 1.0-2.0X • Playback mode: 1.0-14
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    Camera specifications Flash Mode Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Off, Red-eye Fix Range • Wide: 7.87-157.48 in. (0.2-4.0 m) (ISO Auto) • Tele: 19.69-62.99 in. (0.5-1.6 m) (ISO Auto) Recharging time Approximately 5 sec. Shake reduction Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Effect Photo
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    Red-eye Fix, Resize, Crop • Effect: Smart Filter (Normal, Miniature, Vignetting, Cross Filter, Fish-eye, Classic, Retro) Video editing: Still image capture, Time trimming • Internal memory: Approximately 25 MB • External memory (Optional): microSD card (2 GB guaranteed), microSDHC card (up to 32 GB
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    X H X D) 3.98 X 2.68 X 0.81 in. (101 X 68 X 20.5 mm) (without protrusions) Weight 5.68 oz (161 g) (without battery and memory card) Operating Temperature 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) Operating Humidity 5-85 % Software i-Launcher Specifications may change without notice to improve performance. Appendixes 129
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    from the camera to the subject. For example, using a smaller f-number will create a large depth of field and blur the background in the composition. Digital zoom A feature that artificially increases the amount of zoom available with a zoom lens (Optical zoom). When using the Digital zoom, the image
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    the Joint Video Team (JVT). This codec is capable of providing good video quality at low bit rates. Image sensor The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for each pixel in the image. Each photosite records the brightness of the light that strikes it during an exposure. Common
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    camera shake and low light. However, images with high sensitivity are more susceptible to noise. JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) A lossy method of compression for digital is automatically set in a dark place. OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) This feature compensates in real-time for
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    Glossary Optical zoom This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does not degrade the quality of images. Quality An expression of the rate of compression used in a digital image. Higher quality images have a lower rate of compression, which usually results in a larger file size.
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    electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable safe recycling. Business users should contact their battery, manual, or packaging indicates that the batteries batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local, free battery return system. PlanetFirst represents Samsung
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    AutoShare 94 A/V port 15 B Battery Caution 119 Charging 19 Inserting 18 Blink Detection 59 Brightness Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 61 Burst modes Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) 65 Continuous 65 Motion Capture 65 C CAF (Continuous AF) 41 Camera maintenance 113 Camera specifications 126 Capturing an
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    66 Red-eye 81 Saturation Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 66 Sharpness 66 Imprint 110 Intelli zoom 33 ISO sensitivity 54 L Language settings 109 Live Panorama mode 44 M Macro Auto Macro 56 Macro 56 Memory card Caution 117 Insert 18 Appendixes 136 Menu button 16 Metering Center-weighted 62 Multi 62
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    52 Remote Viewfinder 96 Reset 110 Resolution Playback mode 78 Shooting mode 49 Retouching faces Playback mode 80 Rotating 78 S Samsung Link 103 Saturation Playback mode 80 Shooting mode 66 Self-Portrait 58 Service center 123 Settings 109 Sharing service Accessing 101 Uploading photos or videos 101
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    84 Tripod mount 15 U Unpacking 14 USB port 15 V Video Playback mode 77 Shooting mode 41 Video out 108 Viewing files Category 72 Panoramic photos 75 Slide show 76 Thumbnails 71 TV 83 W White Balance 63 Wireless network 89 Z Zoom Using the zoom 32 Zoom button 16 Zoom sound settings 67 Appendixes 138
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    Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website, www.samsung.com, for after-sales service or inquiries.
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