Samsung SL720 Changing the metering option p d, Selecting a light source White balance p d

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In Shooting mode, press [m].

Adjusting brightness and color

Changing the metering option p d v

The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select.

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2 Select Functions ““Metering.

Option Description

Multi:

t Your camera divides the scene into several areas, and then measures the light intensity of each area.

t Suitable for general photos.

Spot:

t Your camera measures only the light intensity of the very center of the frame.

t If a subject is not in the center of the scene, your photo may be improperly exposed.

t Suitable for a subject with backlighting.

Center–weighted:

t Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire frame with emphasis placed on the center.

t Suitable for photos with subjects in the center of the frame.

Selecting a light source (White balance) p d v

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 an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten.

(Auto WB)

 

(Daylight)

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Cloudy)

(Tungsten)

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Contents SL720 Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesightKeep your camera away from small children and pets Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with careProtect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Health and safety informationProtect your camera’s lens Use only Samsung-approved accessoriesAllow only qualified personnel to service your camera Ensure maximum battery and charger lifeCopyright information Samsung Electronics America, IncAbbreviations used in this manual Shooting mode iconsIndications used in this manual Icons used in this manualExposure Brightness Expressions used in this manualPressing the shutter Subject, background, and compositionTaking photos of people Quick referenceContents Contents Basic functions Sold as a set Camera case Memory cards Optional accessoriesUnpacking Check your product box for the following items CameraSpeaker Tripod mount Battery chamber coverCamera layout Button Description Camera layoutIcon DescriptionIcon Description IconsIcons on the right Icons on the leftTurning your camera on or off Turning on your camera in Playback modePress o to confirm the highlighted option or menu Rotate the mode dial to p Press mSelecting a white balance option in the P mode Selecting optionsPress o Selecting optionsPress F or t to scroll to a white balance option Changing the display type Setting the display and soundSetting the sound Press m to return to the previous modePress Shutter to take a photo Taking photosZoom out ZoomingTaking photos Digital zoomShooting mode, press m Select Functions “ OIS “ an option Reducing camera shake OIS a p b sPress o to practice Using the Photo Help Guide modeRotate the mode dial to h Select a menu from the list Select a submenu View a topicHalf-pressing the shutter button When is displayedWhen shooting in the dark, avoid Holding your camera correctlyPreventing your subject from being out of focus Extended functions Half-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to take the photo Using the Smart Auto modeRotate the mode dial to S Align your subject in the frame Shooting modesShooting modes Using the Scene modeUsing the frame guide Select an option Adjusting the exposure in the Night modeTo hide facial imperfections, press m Using the Beauty Shot mode Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter Using the Program mode Using the Dual is modePress m Select Functions “ Voice ““a sound option Rotate the mode dial to Press mRecording a video To pause recording Adding a voice memo to a photo Recording voice memos a p d b sRecording a voice memo Shooting options Learn about the options you can set in shooting modeSelect Functions “ Photo Size “ an option Selecting a resolution and qualitySelecting a resolution a p d b s v S Selecting image quality a p d b sShooting mode, press t Using the timer a p d b s v SPress Shutter to start the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shootingPressing Shutter Using the timerUsing the motion timer Select Press ShutterShooting mode, press F Using the flash a p b s SShooting in the dark Preventing red-eye a p b sShooting mode, press m Select Functions “ ISO “ an option Adjusting the ISO speed pShooting in the dark Shooting mode, press M Using macro a p dUsing auto focus a p d Changing the camera’s focusChanging the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area a p d b sDetecting faces Using face detection a p d b sTaking a smile shot Using face detectionTaking a self-portrait shot Detecting eye blinking Using smart face recognitionSelect Functions ““ACB “ an option. Option Description Adjusting brightness and colorAdjusting the exposure manually EV p d Compensating for backlighting ACB pSelect Functions ““Metering Adjusting brightness and colorChanging the metering option p d Selecting a light source White balance p dDefining your own white balance Select Functions ““Drive “ an option. Option Description Using burst modes p sApplying photo styles a p d s Adjust the amount of the selected color. less or + moreImproving your photos Improving your photos Adjusting your photos pShooting mode, press m Select Functions ““Image Adjust Select a value to adjust the selected itemPlayback/Editing Playing back Starting Playback modePress o to return to the normal view Playing backPlayback mode, push Zoom down Press m Select a category Press F or t to view filesProtecting files Select the file you want to protect and press oPress f Press f Select YesTo activate the recycle bin Using the recycle binTo restore files from the recycle bin Copying files to the memory cardStarting a slide show Viewing photosEnlarging a photo Playback mode, select a video and press o Playing a videoSet the slide show effect Select Start ““Play Use the following buttons to control playbackPlaying a voice memo added to a photo Playing voice memosCapturing an image during playback Playing a voice memoRotating a photo Editing a photoResizing photos Editing a photo Applying photo stylesDefining your own RGB tone Select a value to adjust the selected item. less or + more Correcting exposure problemsSelect File Options “ Dpof “ Size “ an option Printing photos as thumbnailsViewing files on an Hdtv Viewing files on a TV or HdtvHdmi adapter Hdmi cable Viewing files on a TV or HdtvTurn on your camera Hardware and software requirements Installing programsTransferring files to your computer For Windows usersTransferring files to your PC Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM driveTransferring files to your computer Connect your camera to your PC with the USB cableOn the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC Disconnecting the camera for Windows XPTurn on the camera Screen Click the pop-up message Remove the USB cableSelect the files you want to download Using Samsung MasterFull-screen view Playback/Editing Using the Samsung Master InterfaceFor Mac users Press o to print Configuring print settingsPrinting photos with a photo printer PictBridge Press F or t to select a photoAppendixes Press m to return to the previous screen Camera settings menuAccessing the settings menu Select a menuSound Display Camera settings menuSettings Imprint Are not using it. Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 minSet the video signal output according to your Anynet+ Remote controlAutomatically Ntsc 1080i*, 720p, 480pHdmi Size PAL 1080i*, 720p, 576p Computer or printerError message Suggested remedies Error messagesCamera body Camera maintenanceCleaning your camera Camera lens and displayMemory card capacity Camera maintenanceAbout memory cards Memory cards you can useBattery life About the batteryBattery specifications Camera maintenance Common questions Situation Suggested remedies Before contacting a service centerBefore contacting a service center Your computer cannot play videos  Using QuickTime PlayerSituation Camera specifications Camera specifications Video output DC power input 34 pin Connector AppendixesImage size Power source may differ depending on your region FCC notice Index Index Playing Recording Installing UsingAccessing Camera Display Sound For Mac For Windows