Samsung SL820 user manual Adjusting the ISO speed p, Shooting in the dark

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Shooting in the dark

Option Description

Red-eye Fix*:

t The flash fires when the subject or background is dark.

t The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software analysis.

Slow Sync:

t The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.

t Select this when you want to capture ambient light to reveal more details in the background.

t Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.

Fill in:

t The flash always fires.

t Light intensity is adjusted automatically.

Red-eye*:

t The flash fires when the subject or background is dark.

t The camera reduces red-eyes.

Auto: The flash fires automatically when the subject or background is dark.

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

*There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time.

t Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select Self-Portrait or Blink Detection.

t Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 86)

t If there is reflected light or much dust in the air, tiny spots may appear on your photo.

Adjusting the ISO speed p

The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better photo without using the flash.

1 In Shooting mode, press [m].

2 Select Functions “ ISO “ an option.

t Select to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the brightness of the subject and lighting.

t The higher ISO speed you select, the more image noise you may get. t When Motion Capture is set, ISO speed will be set to Auto.

t When you set the ISO speed to 3200, you can select only 3M or lower resolution.

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Contents SL820 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 UnpackingFlash Microphone Remote control sensor Lens USB and A/V port Tripod mount Battery chamber coverCamera layout SpeakerCamera 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 menuPress F or t to scroll to a white balance option Selecting optionsPress 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 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 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 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 option Using the timer a p d b s v S Press Shutter to start the timer Learn 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 FShooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO speed pShooting 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 facesTaking a self-portrait shot Using face detectionTaking a smile shot Detecting eye blinking Adjusting 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 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 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 Display in Playback modePlaying back Press PPlaying 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 File Options ““Protect ““Select Select the file you want to protect and press oPress f Press f Select YesUsing the recycle bin To restore files from the recycle binCopying files to the memory card To activate the recycle binEnlarging a photo Viewing photosStarting 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 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 optionConnect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable Viewing files on a TV or HdtvViewing files on an Hdtv For details, see the Hdmi cradle manualTurn on your camera Viewing files on a TV or HdtvHdmi 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 files on an Hdtv with the Hdmi cradleHdmi Size PAL 1080i*, 720p, 576p Error messages Error message Suggested remediesCamera maintenance Cleaning your cameraCamera lens and display Camera bodyCamera maintenance About memory cardsMemory cards you can use 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 Storage  Internal memory Approx MB MediaFile format PictBridge  Audio WAV For 1GB SDSpecifications are subject to change without prior notice FCC notice Index Index Installing Using Accessing Camera Display SoundFor Mac For Windows Playing Recording