Samsung ST151F, ST73, ST72, ST152F, ST150F user manual Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release

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Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release

The camera connects to a smart phone via a WLAN. Use the smart phone as a remote shutter release with the Remote Viewfinder feature. The captured photo will display on the smart phone.

The Remote Viewfinder feature is supported by Galaxy series smart phones or Galaxy Tab models with the Android 2.2 OS or higher or iOS devices with the iOS 4.3 or higher. Before using this feature, check the device’s firmware and update it if needed.

You should install the Samsung SMART CAMERA App on your phone or device before using this feature. You can download the application from Samsung Apps, the Google Play Store, or the Apple App Store. The Samsung SMART CAMERA App is compatible with Samsung camera models manufactured in 2013 or later.

1On the camera's Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>.

2On the camera, select .

If the pop-up message that prompts you to download the application appears, select Next.

3On the smart phone, turn on the Samsung SMART CAMERA App.

For iOS devices, turn on the Wi-Fi feature before turning on the application.

4Select the camera from the list and connect the smart phone to the camera.

The smart phone can connect to only one camera at a time.

5On the camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera.

If the smart phone has been connected to your camera before, it is connected automatically.

6On the smart phone, set the following shooting options.

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Flash option

 

 

 

Timer option

 

 

 

Photo size

 

 

 

Saving location

 

 

 

Zoom ratio

 

 

While using this feature, some buttons are not available on your camera.

The zoom button and the shutter button on your smart phone will not function when using this feature.

Remote Viewfinder mode supports the

and

photo sizes only.

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Contents ST150F/ST151F/ST152F/ST72/ST73 Click a topic Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera Health and safety informationDo not handle your camera with wet hands Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesightAvoid interference with pacemakers Health and safety informationDisconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use Use the battery only for its intended purposeDo not touch the flash while it fires Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impactsData transference and your responsibilities 121 101127 Expressions used in this manual Icons used in this manualSubject, background, and composition Exposure BrightnessSetting a Direct Link button option Special features of your cameraApp on the smart phone Turn on the AutoShare feature Capture a photoIf a pop-up message appears, select an option Camera App on the smart phone Access the MobileLink modeTouch the thumbnail to view the photo Using Remote Viewfinder ST150F/ST151F/ST152F onlySelect the macro option Capture a photo Shooting samples MacroRed-eye or Red-eye Fix. p Basic troubleshootingCapturing photos of people Quick referenceContents Contents Contents 115 Basic functions Unpacking Optional accessoriesBattery chamber cover Internal antenna Power buttonInsert a memory card and battery Camera layoutStatus lamp Zoom button Shooting mode Zoom in or outButton Description Attaching the strap ButtonsSelect a Wi-Fi feature. p Select General → Direct Link Wi-Fi ButtonSetting a Direct Link button option On the Home screen, scroll to Basic SelectSlide the lock up to release the battery Inserting the battery and memory cardInsert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up Removing the battery and memory cardCharging the battery Charging the battery and turning on your cameraTurning on your camera in Playback mode Turning on your cameraPress F/t to select a time zone, and then press o → m Performing the initial setupPress c to select Date/Time Set, and then press t or o Performing the initial setup Shooting options left Learning iconsIcon Description Shooting options rightAccessing the Home screen Using the Home screenPress h again to return to the previous mode Shooting or Playback mode, press hBasic Icons on the Home screenClose-up Shot Capture close-up photos of subjects. p Scene AlbumMovie Filter Record a video with various filter effects. p Layouts. pSelect Display → Wallpapers Setting WallpaperSelect an option Scroll to the desired wallpaper, and then press oShooting mode, press m Select an option or a menu Selecting options or menusPress o to confirm the highlighted option or menu Press m to go back to the previous menuOn the Home screen, scroll to Basic Select Press m Press o to save your settingsPress D/c to select White Balance, and then press t or o Press F/t to select a White Balance optionSetting the display type Setting the display and soundSetting the option display view Mode Display typeSelect Sound → Beep Sound Setting the soundCapturing photos Press P to return to Shooting modeTo delete the photo, press f, and then select Yes Digital zoom ZoomingOptical range Zoom is on Zoom indicator Intelli range Setting Intelli zoomShooting mode, press m Select Intelli ZoomShooting mode, press m Select DIS Select an option Reducing camera shake DISIcon Description Off DIS is deactivated On DIS is activated Holding your camera correctly When is displayedHalf-pressing the shutter button Reducing camera shakePreventing your subject from being out of focus Using the focus lockIt may be difficult to get your subject in focus when Extended functions Using Basic modes … ………………………………Using the Smart Auto mode Using Basic modesUsing the Program mode Using the Smart Movie mode Using the Movie mode On the Home screen, scroll to Basic Select Select a scene Using the Scene modePause recording Press o to pause while recording Press o to resumePress and hold Shutter to start shooting Using the Live Panorama modeOption Description When you are finished, release Shutter Using the Beauty Shot mode Using Scene modesPress F/t to adjust Face Tone Select Face ToneUsing the Close-up Shot mode Using the Night Shot modeUsing the Magic Frame mode On the Home screen, scroll to Scene Select Select an effect Using the Photo Filter modeFisheye lens Using the Movie Filter modeUsing the Split Shot mode Press D/c/F/t to scroll to an area to be animated Using the Motion Photo modePress o to save the photo To recapture a photo, press mUsing Face Detection … …………………………… Selecting a resolution and quality … ……………Changing the camera’s focus ……………………… Selecting a resolution Selecting a resolution and qualitySelect Photo Size Video Shooting mode, press mShooting mode, press m Select Quality Select an option Selecting an image qualitySuper Fine Capture photos in super high quality Fine Capture photos in high qualityPress Shutter to start the timer Using the timerShooting mode, press t Shooting in the dark Using the flashPreventing red-eye Shooting mode, press FFill Red-eyeSlow Sync Red-eye FixShooting mode, press m Select ISO Select an option Adjusting the ISO sensitivityChanging the camera’s focus Using macroChanging the focus option Shooting mode, press cSelect Focus Area Adjusting the focus areaAuto Macro Select Focus Area → Tracking AF Using tracking auto focusFocus on the subject you want to track, and then press o Detecting faces Using Face DetectionCapturing a smile shot Select Face Detection → NormalTips for detecting faces Detecting eye blinkingSelect Face Detection → Blink Detection Adjusting the exposure manually EV Adjusting brightness and color Darker  Neutral Photo will be brighter as the exposure value increasesChanging the metering option Compensating for backlighting ACBShooting mode, press m Select ACB Select an option Shooting mode, press m Select Metering Select an optionSelect White Balance Selecting a White Balance settingDefining your own White Balance Select White Balance → Custom SetShooting mode, press m Select Drive Select an option Using burst modesContinuous CapturesSelect Image Adjust Adjusting imagesPress F/t to adjust each value Video Shooting mode, press m. Select Voice Select an option Reducing the sound of the zoomDIS Available shooting options by shooting modeAvailable shooting options by shooting mode Viewing files on a TV… …………………………… Playback/EditingStarting Playback mode Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePress P Press F/t to scroll through filesVideo file information Press D/c/F/t to scroll through filesViewing files as thumbnails Video length Protected filePress m Select Filter → a category Playback mode, rotate Zoom to the leftViewing files by category Deleting files Protecting a fileDeleting a single file Playback mode, press f Press f When the pop-up message appears, select YesPlayback mode, press m Select Delete → Delete AllEnlarging a photo Viewing photosPress o Press m to return to Playback modePress o to stop playing back Viewing panoramic photosSelect a slide show effect option Select Slide Show OptionsSelect Start Slide Show View the slide showPlaying a video Adjust the volume levelScan backward Scan forwardSelect Trim Movie Playback mode, select a video, and then press mTrimming a video Capturing an image from videoEditing a photo Learn how to edit photosResizing photos Rotating a photoApply special effects to your photos Applying Smart Filter effectsNormal No effectPress F/t to adjust the option Press o Press c to save Adjusting your photosAdjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation Adjusting dark subjects ACBSelect Face Retouch Press F/t to adjust the optionSelect Red-eye Fix Retouching facesViewing files on a TV View photos or play videos using the camera buttonsSelect Connectivity → Video Out Transferring files to the computer Disconnecting the camera for Windows XPTransferring files to your Windows OS computer Select Connectivity → i-Launcher → OffTurn off the camera Transferring files to your Mac OS computerInstalling i-Launcher Using programs on a computerSelect Connectivity → i-Launcher → On An i-Launcher shortcut will appear on the computerAvailable programs when using i-Launcher Using i-LauncherFirmware Upgrade PC Auto BackupMac OS requirements Windows OS RequirementsOpening i-Launcher RequirementsViewing photos Using Multimedia ViewerFile name Viewing Videos Updating the firmwareUsing AllShare Play to send files… ……………… Using photo or video sharing websites … ………Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct … …………… Sending photos or videos via email ………………Connecting to a Wlan Connecting to a Wlan and configuring network settingsSelect an AP Select IP Setting → Manual Using the login browserSetting network options Manually setting the IP addressNetwork connection tips Entering text On the camera, capture a photo Saving files to a smart phone automaticallySmart phone can connect to only one camera at a time On the camera, select a sending option Sending photos or videos to a smart phoneCamera will send the files On the smart phone, set the following shooting options Using a smart phone as a remote shutter releaseRelease To capture the photo On the smart phone, touch and hold to focusFocus is automatically set to Multi AF Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC Using Auto Backup to send photos or videosOn the cameras Home screen, scroll to Wi-Fi Select Sending photos or videos to a PCIf you have performed a backup before, skip to step Select a backup PCSelect OK On the Home screen, scroll to Wi-Fi Select Changing email settingsSelect Sender Setting Sending photos or videos via emailWhen the pop-up appears, press o Select Setting Password → OnSelect Change Password Setting an email passwordSelect Next Scroll to files to send, and then press o Sending photos or videos via emailCamera will send the email Accessing a website Using photo or video sharing websitesUploading photos or videos Using photo or video sharing websites On the Home screen, scroll to Wi-Fi Select → Web storage Using AllShare Play to send filesEnter your ID and password, and then select Login → OK Uploading photos to online storageSelect → Nearby devices On the Home screen, scroll to Wi-FiUsing AllShare Play to send files On the device, allow the camera to connect to the device Sending photos using Wi-Fi DirectPhoto will be sent to the device Settings Accessing the settings menu Settings menuOn the Home screen, scroll to Basic Select Select a menu Select an itemDisplay SoundItem Description ConnectivityGeneral ItemDescription Appendixes Error message Suggested remedies Error messagesCleaning your camera Camera maintenanceCamera lens and display Camera bodyUsing or storing the camera Supported memory cards About memory cardsSize Super Fine Normal Memory card capacitySize 30fps Camera maintenance Battery specifications Battery life About the batteryProtect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Low battery message500 mA Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with careGuidelines for charging the battery Battery can ignite or explode if not handled properlyDisposal guidelines Situation Suggested remedies Before contacting a service centerFlash fires An errorUnexpectedly Incorrect Display orTV does not Make sure that your camera is switched onTV with the A/V cable Display your photosFocusing Camera specificationsImage sensor Shutter speedDate Imprinting White BalanceStorage Wireless network ST150F/ST151F/ST152F onlyIcon Size Dimensions W X H X D Power sourceWeight Operating TemperatureGlossary EV Exposure Value DIS Digital Image StabilizationEV Compensation Exif Exchangeable Image File FormatISO sensitivity ResolutionJpeg Joint Photographic Experts Group LCD Liquid Crystal DisplayWhite balance color balance TA-2012/1717 Applicable in countries with separate collection systemsIndex Auto Fill Off Red-eye Red-eye Fix Slow Sync Center-weighted Multi SpotCenter AF Multi AF Tracking AF ACB BrightnessAuto Backup Mac Windows Shooting mode Timer lampUsing the zoom Zoom button Zoom sound settings Accessing Uploading photos or videos

ST151F, ST150F, ST73, ST72, ST152F specifications

Samsung has long been a pioneer in the world of compact digital cameras, and the ST series is a testament to the company's commitment to providing users with high-quality imaging capabilities in a portable format. Among the notable models in this series are the ST152F, ST72, ST73, ST150F, and ST151F. Each of these cameras offers unique features, advanced technologies, and impressive specifications that make them suitable for a wide range of photography needs.

The Samsung ST152F is equipped with a 16.2-megapixel sensor, delivering stunning detail for everyday shots and special moments. One of its standout features is the Wi-Fi connectivity, which allows users to wirelessly share photos and videos directly to social media or cloud services. The ST152F also includes a Smart Filter feature that enhances images creatively, making it easier to achieve desired effects without the need for post-processing.

Moving on to the ST72, this camera boasts a sleek design paired with a 16.1-megapixel sensor. It features a 5x optical zoom lens, which is ideal for capturing close-up shots without sacrificing image quality. The ST72 also incorporates Smart Auto technology, automatically selecting the best scene mode based on environmental conditions, ensuring optimal results for users of all skill levels.

The ST73 builds upon the foundations of the ST72 while introducing a few enhancements. It includes a similar 16.1-megapixel sensor and 5x optical zoom, but with the addition of a larger LCD screen for easier composition and playback. This model also offers 720p HD video recording, allowing users to capture high-definition video in addition to stunning still images.

The ST150F is another impressive option, featuring a 16-megapixel sensor along with a 5x optical zoom lens. This camera shines with its enhanced low-light performance, thanks to its Smart LED functionality. This feature not only improves image quality in dark environments but also enhances overall usability.

Finally, the ST151F round out this lineup with a versatile mix of specifications, including a 16-megapixel sensor and 5x optical zoom. Like the ST152F, it emphasizes connectivity with Wi-Fi capabilities, allowing for easy sharing of as well as remote camera control through smartphones.

In summary, the Samsung ST series—specifically the ST152F, ST72, ST73, ST150F, and ST151F—showcases a commitment to quality and innovation in compact cameras. With features such as high megapixel counts, optical zoom capabilities, Smart Auto technology, and Wi-Fi connectivity, these models cater to photographers seeking both functionality and style. Whether capturing everyday moments or special occasions, the Samsung ST series empowers users to express their creativity with ease.