Samsung SL720 user manual Common questions

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Common questions

You can get answers to common questions. Slove problems easily by setting shooting options.

The subject's eyes

This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash.

appear red.

t Set the flash option to

Red–eye or

Red–eye Fix. (p. 38)

 

t If the photo has already been taken, select

Red–eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 61)

 

 

Photos have dust

Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.

spots.

t Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.

 

t Set ISO speed options. (p. 39)

 

 

 

Photos are blurred.

This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly.

 

t Use the d mode. (p. 30)

 

 

t Press [Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (p. 23)

 

 

Photos are blurred

As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows.

when shooting at

This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake.

night.

t Turn on the flash. (p. 38)

 

 

 

t Select Night in the s mode. (p. 28)

 

 

t Set ISO speed options. (p. 39)

 

 

t Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.

Subjects come out

When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between

too dark because of

the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded.

backlighting.

t Avoid shooting in front of the sun.

 

 

t Select Backlight in the s mode. (p. 27)

 

t Set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 38)

 

 

t Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 45)

 

t Adjust the exposure. (p. 45)

 

 

t Set the metering option to

Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 46)

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Contents SL720 Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight Keep your camera away from small children and petsHandle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Handle and store your camera carefully and sensiblyHealth and safety information Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damageUse only Samsung-approved accessories Allow only qualified personnel to service your cameraEnsure maximum battery and charger life Protect your camera’s lensSamsung Electronics America, Inc Copyright informationShooting mode icons Indications used in this manualIcons used in this manual Abbreviations used in this manualExpressions used in this manual Pressing the shutterSubject, background, and composition Exposure BrightnessQuick reference Taking photos of peopleContents Contents Basic functions Optional accessories UnpackingCheck your product box for the following items Camera Sold as a set Camera case Memory cardsTripod mount Battery chamber cover Camera layoutSpeaker Camera layout IconDescription Button DescriptionIcons Icons on the rightIcons on the left Icon DescriptionTurning on your camera in Playback mode Turning your camera on or offRotate the mode dial to p Press m Selecting a white balance option in the P modeSelecting options Press o to confirm the highlighted option or menuSelecting options Press F or t to scroll to a white balance optionPress o Setting the display and sound Setting the soundPress m to return to the previous mode Changing the display typeTaking photos Press Shutter to take a photoZooming Taking photosDigital zoom Zoom outReducing camera shake OIS a p b s Shooting mode, press m Select Functions “ OIS “ an optionUsing the Photo Help Guide mode Rotate the mode dial to h Select a menu from the listSelect a submenu View a topic Press o to practiceWhen is displayed When shooting in the dark, avoidHolding your camera correctly Half-pressing the shutter buttonPreventing your subject from being out of focus Extended functions Using the Smart Auto mode Rotate the mode dial to S Align your subject in the frameShooting modes Half-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to take the photoUsing the Scene mode Using the frame guideShooting modes Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode Select an optionUsing the Beauty Shot mode  Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighterTo hide facial imperfections, press m Using the Dual is mode Using the Program modeRotate the mode dial to Press m Recording a videoPress m Select Functions “ Voice ““a sound option To pause recording Recording voice memos a p d b s Recording a voice memoAdding a voice memo to a photo Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode Shooting optionsSelecting a resolution and quality Selecting a resolution a p d b s v SSelecting image quality a p d b s Select Functions “ Photo Size “ an optionUsing the timer a p d b s v S Press Shutter to start the timerLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting Shooting mode, press tUsing the timer Using the motion timerSelect Press Shutter Pressing ShutterUsing the flash a p b s S Shooting in the darkPreventing red-eye a p b s Shooting mode, press FAdjusting the ISO speed p Shooting in the darkShooting mode, press m Select Functions “ ISO “ an option Using macro a p d Using auto focus a p dChanging the camera’s focus Shooting mode, press MAdjusting the focus area a p d b s Changing the camera’s focusUsing face detection a p d b s Detecting facesUsing face detection Taking a self-portrait shotTaking a smile shot Using smart face recognition Detecting eye blinkingAdjusting brightness and color Adjusting the exposure manually EV p dCompensating for backlighting ACB p Select Functions ““ACB “ an option. Option DescriptionAdjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option p dSelecting a light source White balance p d Select Functions ““MeteringDefining your own white balance Using burst modes p s Select Functions ““Drive “ an option. Option DescriptionAdjust the amount of the selected color. less or + more Improving your photosApplying photo styles a p d s Adjusting your photos p Shooting mode, press m Select Functions ““Image AdjustSelect a value to adjust the selected item Improving your photosPlayback/Editing Starting Playback mode Playing backPlaying back Playback mode, push Zoom down Press m Select a categoryPress F or t to view files Press o to return to the normal viewSelect the file you want to protect and press o Press fPress f Select Yes Protecting filesUsing the recycle bin To restore files from the recycle binCopying files to the memory card To activate the recycle binViewing photos Enlarging a photoStarting a slide show Playing a video Set the slide show effect Select Start ““PlayUse the following buttons to control playback Playback mode, select a video and press oPlaying voice memos Capturing an image during playbackPlaying a voice memo Playing a voice memo added to a photoEditing a photo Resizing photosRotating a photo Applying photo styles Defining your own RGB toneEditing a photo Correcting exposure problems Select a value to adjust the selected item. less or + morePrinting photos as thumbnails Select File Options “ Dpof “ Size “ an optionViewing files on a TV or Hdtv Viewing files on an HdtvViewing files on a TV or Hdtv Turn on your cameraHdmi adapter Hdmi cable Installing programs Transferring files to your computerFor Windows users Hardware and software requirementsInsert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive Transferring files to your computerConnect your camera to your PC with the USB cable Transferring files to your PCDisconnecting the camera for Windows XP Turn on the cameraScreen Click the pop-up message Remove the USB cable On the tool bar at the bottom right of your PCUsing Samsung Master Select the files you want to downloadUsing the Samsung Master Interface Full-screen view Playback/EditingFor Mac users Configuring print settings Printing photos with a photo printer PictBridgePress F or t to select a photo Press o to printAppendixes Camera settings menu Accessing the settings menuSelect a menu Press m to return to the previous screenCamera settings menu Sound DisplaySettings Are not using it. Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 min Set the video signal output according to yourAnynet+ Remote control ImprintNtsc 1080i*, 720p, 480p Hdmi Size PAL 1080i*, 720p, 576pComputer or printer AutomaticallyError messages Error message Suggested remediesCamera maintenance Cleaning your cameraCamera lens and display Camera bodyCamera maintenance About memory cardsMemory cards you can use Memory card capacityAbout the battery Battery specificationsBattery life Camera maintenance Common questions Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remediesBefore contacting a service center  Using QuickTime Player SituationYour computer cannot play videos Camera specifications Camera specifications DC power input 34 pin Connector Appendixes Image sizeVideo output Power source may differ depending on your region FCC notice Index Index Installing Using Accessing Camera Display SoundFor Mac For Windows Playing Recording