Samsung SL820 user manual Changing the camera’s focus, Using macro a p d, Using auto focus a p d

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Changing the camera’s focus

Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.

Using macro a p d v

Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus.”

t Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.

t Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm.

Using auto focus a p d v

To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject.

1 In Shooting mode, press [M].

Normal (AF)

2 Select an option.

Option Description

Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 80 cm.

Macro: Focus on a subject 5-80 cm (50-80 cm when using zoom).

Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 5 cm (farther than 50 cm when using zoom).

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

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Contents SL820 Keep your camera away from small children and pets Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesightHandle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Handle and store your camera carefully and sensiblyProtect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Health and safety informationAllow only qualified personnel to service your camera Use only Samsung-approved accessoriesEnsure maximum battery and charger life Protect your camera’s lensCopyright information Samsung Electronics America, IncIndications used in this manual Shooting mode iconsIcons used in this manual Abbreviations used in this manualPressing the shutter Expressions used in this manualSubject, background, and composition Exposure BrightnessTaking photos of people Quick referenceContents Contents Basic functions Unpacking Optional accessoriesLens USB and A/V port Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Flash Microphone Remote control sensorCamera layout SpeakerIcon Camera layoutDescription Button DescriptionIcons on the right IconsIcons on the left Icon DescriptionTurning your camera on or off Turning on your camera in Playback modeSelecting a white balance option in the P mode Rotate the mode dial to p Press mSelecting options Press o to confirm the highlighted option or menuPress o Selecting optionsPress F or t to scroll to a white balance option Setting the sound Setting the display and soundPress m to return to the previous mode Changing the display typePress Shutter to take a photo Taking photosTaking photos ZoomingDigital zoom Zoom outShooting mode, press m Select Functions “ OIS “ an option Reducing camera shake OISRotate the mode dial to h Select a menu from the list Using the Photo Help Guide modeSelect a submenu View a topic Press o to practiceWhen shooting in the dark, avoid When is displayedHolding your camera correctly Half-pressing the shutter buttonPreventing your subject from being out of focus Extended functions Rotate the mode dial to S Align your subject in the frame Using the Smart Auto modeShooting modes Half-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to take the photoShooting 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 Recording a videoTo 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 modeSelecting a resolution a p d b s v S Selecting a resolution and qualitySelecting image quality a p d b s Select Functions “ Photo Size “ an optionPress Shutter to start the timer Using the timer a p d b s v SLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting Shooting mode, press tUsing the motion timer Using the timerSelect Press Shutter Pressing ShutterShooting in the dark Using the flash a p b s SPreventing red-eye a p b s Shooting mode, press FShooting mode, press m Select Functions “ ISO “ an option Adjusting the ISO speed pShooting in the dark Using auto focus a p d Using macro a p dChanging the camera’s focus Shooting mode, press MChanging 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 Adjusting the exposure manually EV p d Adjusting brightness and colorCompensating for backlighting ACB p Select Functions ““ACB “ an option. Option DescriptionChanging the metering option p d Adjusting brightness and colorSelecting a light source White balance p d Select Functions ““MeteringDefining your own white balance Shooting mode, press m Select Functions ““Drive “ an option Using burst modes p sApplying photo styles a p d s Adjust the amount of the selected color. less or + moreImproving your photos Shooting mode, press m Select Functions ““Image Adjust Adjusting your photos pSelect a value to adjust the selected item Improving your photosPlayback/Editing Display in Playback mode Starting Playback modePlaying back Press PPlayback mode, push Zoom down Press m Select a category Playing backPress F or t to view files Press o to return to the normal viewSelect the file you want to protect and press o Select File Options ““Protect ““SelectPress f Press f Select YesTo restore files from the recycle bin Using the recycle binCopying files to the memory card To activate the recycle binStarting a slide show Viewing photosEnlarging a photo Set the slide show effect Select Start ““Play Playing a videoUse the following buttons to control playback Playback mode, select a video and press oCapturing an image during playback Playing voice memosPlaying a voice memo Playing a voice memo added to a photoRotating 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 a TV or Hdtv Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cableViewing files on an Hdtv For details, see the Hdmi cradle manualHdmi cable Viewing files on a TV or HdtvTurn on your camera Transferring files to your computer Installing programsFor Windows users Hardware and software requirementsTransferring files to your computer Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM driveConnect your camera to your PC with the USB cable Transferring files to your PCTurn on the camera Disconnecting the camera for Windows XPScreen Click the pop-up message Remove the USB cable On the tool bar at the bottom right of your PCSelect the files you want to download Using Samsung MasterFull-screen view Playback/Editing Using the Samsung Master InterfaceFor Mac users Printing photos with a photo printer PictBridge Configuring print settingsPress F or t to select a photo Press o to printAppendixes Accessing the settings menu Camera settings menuSelect a menu Press m to return to the previous screenSound Display Camera settings menuSettings Set the video signal output according to your Are not using it. Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 minAnynet+ Remote control ImprintHdmi Size PAL 1080i*, 720p, 576p files on an Hdtv with the Hdmi cradleNtsc 1080i*, 720p, 480p Error message Suggested remedies Error messagesCleaning your camera Camera maintenanceCamera lens and display Camera bodyAbout memory cards Camera maintenanceMemory cards you can use Memory card capacityBattery life About the batteryBattery specifications Camera maintenance Situation Suggested remedies Before contacting a service centerBefore contacting a service center Your computer cannot play videos  Using QuickTime PlayerSituation Camera specifications Camera specifications Media Storage  Internal memory Approx MBFile format PictBridge  Audio WAV For 1GB SDSpecifications are subject to change without prior notice FCC notice Index Index Accessing Camera Display Sound Installing UsingFor Mac For Windows Playing Recording