Samsung EC-ST30ZZBPSIL, EC-ST30ZZBPEE1, EC-ST30ZZBPPE1 Shooting modes, Using the Smart Auto mode

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Shooting modes

Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.

Using the Smart Auto mode

In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it defects.

Smart Auto Mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.

1

In Shooting mode, press [

].

2

Select Smart Auto.

 

3

Align your subject in the frame.

 

•The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate scene mode icon appears at the top left of the screen. The icons are listed below.

Icon

Description

 

Appears when taking photos of landscapes.

 

 

 

Appears when taking photos with bright white

 

backgrounds.

Icon

Description

 

 

Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night.

 

 

This is available only when the flash is off.

 

 

Appears when taking portraits at night.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking photos of landscapes with

 

 

backlighting.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking portraits.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking close-up photos of objects.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking close-up photos of text.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking photos of sunsets.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking photos of clear skies.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking photos of forested areas.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking close-up photos of colorful

 

 

 

 

subjects.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when the camera is stable (on a tripod, for

 

 

example) and the subject is motionless for a period

 

 

of time. This is available only when you are shooting

 

 

in the dark.

 

 

 

 

 

Appears when taking photos of actively moving

 

 

subjects.

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Contents ST30 Health and safety information Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your cameraKeep your camera away from small children and pets Do not handle your camera with wet handsHealth and safety information Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in useDo not use batteries for unintended purposes Do not touch the flash while it firesNever use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera caseCheck that the camera is operating properly before use This may cause your camera to malfunctionCopyright information Shooting 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 BrightnessBasic troubleshooting Quick reference Taking photos of peopleContents Contents Setting the display and sound … ………………………… Performing the initial setup … ……………………………Tips for getting a clearer photo …………………………… Optional accessories UnpackingCamera layout Camera layout Icon Mode DescriptionButton Description Inserting the battery and memory card Removing the battery and memory cardInsert the battery with the Samsung logo facing down Push the lock up to release the battery BatteryCharging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the batteryTurning on your camera in Playback mode Press Power to turn your camera on or offPerforming the initial setup Press to switch to the Shooting modePress Press Or to select Date/Time Set and pressLearning icons Icons on the leftInformation Icon DescriptionSelecting options Shooting mode, pressMenu Going back to the previous menuExample Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode Selecting optionsPress or to scroll to a White Balance option To scroll to Shooting, and thenSetting the display and sound Setting the soundSelect Settings → Beep Sound → an option Changing the display typeAlign your subject in the frame Half-press Shutter to focus Taking photosPress Shutter to take a photo Zooming Taking photosDigital zoom Digital rangeWhen is displayed Holding your camera correctlyHalf-pressing the shutter button Reducing camera shakePreventing your subject from being out of focus Use the focus lockExtended functions Recording voice memos … ………………………………Shooting modes Using the Smart Auto modeShooting mode, press Select Smart Auto Using the Scene mode Shooting modesHalf-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to take the photo Shooting mode, press Select Scene → a sceneUsing the Beauty Shot mode Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighterSelect Shooting → Face Retouch → an option To hide facial imperfections, pressUsing the frame guide Using the Night modeUsing the DIS mode Select the aperture value or shutter speedSelect an option Shooting mode, press Select DISRecording a video Using the Program modeShooting mode, press Select Program Set options To pause recording Select Movie → Voice → a sound optionOption Description Select Movie → Stabilizer → a stabilizer optionRecording a voice memo Recording voice memosAdding a voice memo to a photo Adjusting brightness and color ……………… Using face detection … ………………………Improving your photos … …………………… Changing the camera’s focus … ……………Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting a resolutionSelecting image quality Mode, pressPress Shutter to start the timer Using the timerLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting Using the flash Shooting in the darkPreventing red-eye Off Flash does not fireShooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO speedSelect Shooting → ISO → an option Using macro Using auto focusLearn how to adjust the cameras focus Changing the camera’s focusChanging the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus areaSelect Shooting → Focus Area → an option Detecting faces Using face detectionSelect Shooting → Face Detection → Normal Using face detection When you hear a beep, press ShutterTaking a self-portrait shot Taking a smile shotDetection Detecting eye blinkingSelect Shooting → Face Detection → Blink Adjusting brightness and color Adjusting the exposure manually EVCompensating for backlighting ACB Select Shooting or Movie → EVAdjusting brightness and color Changing the metering optionSelecting a light source White balance Select Shooting or Movie → Metering → an optionDefining your own white balance Using burst modes Select Shooting → Drive → an optionAdjust the amount of the selected color. less or + more Improving your photosApplying photo styles An optionAdjusting your photos Select a value to adjust the selected itemImproving your photos Contrast Sharpness SaturationEditing a photo ……………………………… Viewing files on a TV … ………………………Starting Playback mode Display in Playback modePlaying back Press or to scroll through filesPlaying back Playback mode, press Zoom leftSelect a category Viewing files by category in Smart AlbumProtecting files Viewing files as thumbnailsThen press Press Viewing photos Select Multiple DeletePress Select Yes Select File Options → Delete → All → YesSet the slide show effect Select Start → Play Starting a slide showSkip to to start a slide show with no effects Option Description StartPlaying a video Playing voice memos on your PC Editing a photo Resizing photosRotating a photo Select to save the photo as a start image. pDefining your own RGB tone Editing a photoSoftVivid Forest Correcting exposure problems Select a value to adjust the selected item. less or + moreCreating a print order Dpof Press Select File Options → Dpof → Size → an optionPlayback mode, press Printing photos as thumbnailsViewing files on a TV View photos or play videos using the buttons on yourCamera Requirements for Intelli-studio Transferring files to your Windows computerRequirements Installing Intelli-studio Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM driveTransferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files using Intelli-studio Run Intelli-studio on your computer Turn on the cameraSelect a folder on your computer to save new files to Computer recognizes the camera automaticallyUsing Intelli-studio Icon Connect the camera to your computer as a removable diskDisconnecting the camera for Windows XP Screen Click the pop-up messageRemove the USB cable On the tool bar at the bottom right of your PCTransferring files to your Mac computer Select Settings → USB Select Printer Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printerWith the USB cable Turn on your camera Press Or to select a photoSettings Camera settings menu Accessing the settings menuSelect an option and save your settings Shooting or Playback mode, pressCamera settings menu Adjust the brightness of the screenDisplay Display Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright BrightnessSettings Auto Power Buttons or switch modes. Off, OnImprint OffCamera maintenance ……………………………………… AppendixesError messages Error message Suggested remediesCamera maintenance Cleaning your cameraCamera lens and display Camera bodyUsing or storing the camera Camera maintenanceOther cautions About memory cardsSupported memory cards Size Memory card capacityFine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS About the battery Battery specificationsBattery life Specification DescriptionLow battery message Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Camera maintenance Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remediesBefore contacting a service center Play videos You cannot use Intelli-studio onMacintosh computers ComputerCamera specifications Camera specifications File format PictBridge Video AVI Mjpeg Audio WAV Interface Digital output USB Connector AudioImage size Pin USB/AV out Glossary Glossary Resolution MeteringMjpeg Motion Jpeg NoiseCorrect disposal of batteries in this product FCC notice Model No Samsung ST30 Responsible PartyAddress Telephone No SamsungIndex Index Camera Display DIS Movie Program Scene Smart AutoFor Mac For Windows Playing Recording
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