Samsung SL820 user manual Reducing camera shake OIS

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Taking photos

Reducing camera shake (OIS)

Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode.

Before correctionAfter correction

1 In Shooting mode, press [m].

2 Select Functions “ OIS “ an option.

Option Description

Off: Deactivate the OIS function.

On: Activate the OIS function.

t 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 (e.g., when you select Night in the s mode)

-the battery is low

-you take a close-up shot

t If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred by the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when you use a tripod.

t If the camera is impacted, the display will be blurry. In this case, turn off the camera and turn it on again to use the OIS function correctly.

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Contents SL820 Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesightKeep your camera away from small children and pets Handle and store your camera carefully and sensiblyHealth and safety information Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damageEnsure maximum battery and charger life Use only Samsung-approved accessoriesAllow only qualified personnel to service your camera Protect your camera’s lensSamsung Electronics America, Inc Copyright informationIcons used in this manual Shooting mode iconsIndications used in this manual Abbreviations used in this manualSubject, background, and composition Expressions used in this manualPressing the shutter Exposure BrightnessQuick reference Taking photos of peopleContents Contents Basic functions Optional accessories UnpackingCamera layout Flash Microphone Remote control sensorLens USB and A/V port Tripod mount Battery chamber cover SpeakerDescription Camera layoutIcon Button DescriptionIcons on the left IconsIcons on the right Icon DescriptionTurning on your camera in Playback mode Turning your camera on or offSelecting options Rotate the mode dial to p Press mSelecting a white balance option in the P mode Press o to confirm the highlighted option or menuPress F or t to scroll to a white balance option Selecting optionsPress o Press m to return to the previous mode Setting the display and sound Setting the sound Changing the display typeTaking photos Press Shutter to take a photoDigital zoom ZoomingTaking photos Zoom outReducing camera shake OIS Shooting mode, press m Select Functions “ OIS “ an optionSelect a submenu View a topic Using the Photo Help Guide modeRotate the mode dial to h Select a menu from the list Press o to practiceHolding your camera correctly When is displayedWhen shooting in the dark, avoid Half-pressing the shutter buttonPreventing your subject from being out of focus Extended functions Shooting modes Using the Smart Auto modeRotate the mode dial to S Align your subject in the frame Half-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to take the photoUsing the frame guide Using the Scene modeShooting modes Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode Select an option Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter Using the Beauty Shot modeTo hide facial imperfections, press m Using the Dual is mode Using the Program modeRecording a video Press m Select Functions “ Voice ““a sound optionTo pause recording Recording a voice memo Recording voice memos a p d b sAdding a voice memo to a photo Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode Shooting optionsSelecting image quality a p d b s Selecting a resolution and qualitySelecting a resolution a p d b s v S Select Functions “ Photo Size “ an optionLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting Using the timer a p d b s v SPress Shutter to start the timer Shooting mode, press tSelect Press Shutter Using the timerUsing the motion timer Pressing ShutterPreventing red-eye a p b s Using the flash a p b s SShooting in the dark Shooting mode, press FShooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO speed pShooting mode, press m Select Functions “ ISO “ an option Changing the camera’s focus Using macro a p dUsing auto focus a p d 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 facesTaking a self-portrait shot Using face detectionTaking a smile shot Detecting eye blinking Compensating for backlighting ACB p Adjusting brightness and colorAdjusting the exposure manually EV p d Select Functions ““ACB “ an option. Option DescriptionSelecting a light source White balance p d Adjusting brightness and colorChanging the metering option p d Select Functions ““MeteringDefining your own white balance Using burst modes p s Shooting mode, press m Select Functions ““Drive “ an optionImproving your photos Adjust the amount of the selected color. less or + moreApplying photo styles a p d s Select a value to adjust the selected item Adjusting your photos pShooting mode, press m Select Functions ““Image Adjust Improving your photosPlayback/Editing Playing back Starting Playback modeDisplay in Playback mode Press PPress F or t to view files Playing backPlayback mode, push Zoom down Press m Select a category Press o to return to the normal viewPress f Select File Options ““Protect ““SelectSelect the file you want to protect and press o Press f Select YesCopying files to the memory card Using the recycle binTo restore files from the recycle bin To activate the recycle binEnlarging a photo Viewing photosStarting a slide show Use the following buttons to control playback Playing a videoSet the slide show effect Select Start ““Play Playback mode, select a video and press oPlaying a voice memo Playing voice memosCapturing an image during playback Playing a voice memo added to a photoResizing photos Editing a photoRotating a photo Defining your own RGB tone Applying photo stylesEditing 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 an Hdtv Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cableViewing files on a TV or Hdtv For details, see the Hdmi cradle manualTurn on your camera Viewing files on a TV or HdtvHdmi cable For Windows users Installing programsTransferring files to your computer Hardware and software requirementsConnect your camera to your PC with the USB cable Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM driveTransferring files to your computer Transferring files to your PCScreen Click the pop-up message Remove the USB cable Disconnecting the camera for Windows XPTurn on the camera 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 Press F or t to select a photo Configuring print settingsPrinting photos with a photo printer PictBridge Press o to printAppendixes Select a menu Camera settings menuAccessing the settings menu Press m to return to the previous screenCamera settings menu Sound DisplaySettings Anynet+ Remote control Are not using it. Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 minSet the video signal output according to your ImprintNtsc 1080i*, 720p, 480p files on an Hdtv with the Hdmi cradleHdmi Size PAL 1080i*, 720p, 576p Error messages Error message Suggested remediesCamera lens and display Camera maintenanceCleaning your camera Camera bodyMemory cards you can use Camera maintenanceAbout memory cards Memory card capacityBattery specifications About the batteryBattery life Camera maintenance Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remediesBefore contacting a service center Situation  Using QuickTime PlayerYour computer cannot play videos Camera specifications Camera specifications File format PictBridge Storage  Internal memory Approx MBMedia  Audio WAV For 1GB SDSpecifications are subject to change without prior notice FCC notice Index Index For Mac For Windows Installing UsingAccessing Camera Display Sound Playing Recording
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