Samsung EC-ST30ZZBPBE2 Adjusting brightness and color, Adjusting the exposure manually EV

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Adjusting brightness and color

Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality.

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)

Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo.

Compensating for backlighting (ACB)

When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. If this occurs, turn the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option on.

Darker (-)

Neutral (0)

Brighter (+)

1

In Shooting mode, press [

].

2

Select Shooting or Movie → EV.

3

Select a value to adjust the exposure.

Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will remain the same. You may need to change the exposure value later to avoid overexposure or underexposure.

If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket). The camera takes three photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 48)

Without ACB

With ACB

 

1

In Shooting mode, press [

].

2

Select Shooting → ACB → an option.

Option Description

Off: ACB is off.

On: ACB is on.

The ACB feature is not available when you set Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB options.

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Contents ST30 Keep your camera away from small children and pets Health and safety informationDo not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera Do not handle your camera with wet handsDo not use batteries for unintended purposes Health and safety informationDisconnect chargers from power sources when not in use Do not touch the flash while it firesCheck that the camera is operating properly before use Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory cardKeep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case This may cause your camera to malfunctionCopyright information Icons 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 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 Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing down Inserting the battery and memory cardRemoving the battery and memory card Push the lock up to release the battery BatteryTurning on your camera in Playback mode Charging the battery and turning your camera onCharging the battery Press Power to turn your camera on or offPress Performing the initial setupPress to switch to the Shooting mode Press Or to select Date/Time Set and pressInformation Learning iconsIcons on the left Icon DescriptionMenu Selecting optionsShooting mode, press Going back to the previous menuPress or to scroll to a White Balance option Example Selecting a White Balance option in the P modeSelecting options To scroll to Shooting, and thenSelect Settings → Beep Sound → an option Setting the display and soundSetting the sound Changing the display typeAlign your subject in the frame Half-press Shutter to focus Taking photosPress Shutter to take a photo Digital zoom ZoomingTaking photos Digital rangeHalf-pressing the shutter button When is displayedHolding your camera correctly 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 Half-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to take the photo Using the Scene modeShooting modes Shooting mode, press Select Scene → a sceneSelect Shooting → Face Retouch → an option Using the Beauty Shot modeSelect a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter To hide facial imperfections, pressUsing the frame guide Using the Night modeSelect an option Using the DIS modeSelect the aperture value or shutter speed Shooting mode, press Select DISRecording a video Using the Program modeShooting mode, press Select Program Set options Option Description To pause recordingSelect Movie → Voice → a sound option Select Movie → Stabilizer → a stabilizer optionRecording a voice memo Recording voice memosAdding a voice memo to a photo Improving your photos … …………………… Adjusting brightness and color ………………Using face detection … ……………………… Changing the camera’s focus … ……………Selecting image quality Selecting a resolution and qualitySelecting a resolution Mode, pressPress Shutter to start the timer Using the timerLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting Preventing red-eye Using the flashShooting in the dark Off Flash does not fireShooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO speedSelect Shooting → ISO → an option Learn how to adjust the cameras focus Using macroUsing auto 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 Taking a self-portrait shot Using face detectionWhen you hear a beep, press Shutter Taking a smile shotDetection Detecting eye blinkingSelect Shooting → Face Detection → Blink Compensating for backlighting ACB Adjusting brightness and colorAdjusting the exposure manually EV Select Shooting or Movie → EVSelecting a light source White balance Adjusting brightness and colorChanging the metering option Select Shooting or Movie → Metering → an optionDefining your own white balance Using burst modes Select Shooting → Drive → an optionApplying photo styles Adjust the amount of the selected color. less or + moreImproving your photos An optionImproving your photos Adjusting your photosSelect a value to adjust the selected item Contrast Sharpness SaturationEditing a photo ……………………………… Viewing files on a TV … ………………………Playing back Starting Playback modeDisplay in Playback mode Press or to scroll through filesSelect a category Playing backPlayback mode, press Zoom left Viewing files by category in Smart AlbumProtecting files Viewing files as thumbnailsThen press Press Press Select Yes Viewing photosSelect Multiple Delete Select File Options → Delete → All → YesSkip to to start a slide show with no effects Set the slide show effect Select Start → PlayStarting a slide show Option Description StartPlaying a video Playing voice memos on your PC Rotating a photo Editing a photoResizing photos 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 + morePlayback mode, press Creating a print order DpofPress Select File Options → Dpof → Size → an option 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 Select a folder on your computer to save new files to Transferring files using Intelli-studioRun Intelli-studio on your computer Turn on the camera Computer recognizes the camera automaticallyUsing Intelli-studio Icon Connect the camera to your computer as a removable diskRemove the USB cable Disconnecting the camera for Windows XPScreen Click the pop-up message On the tool bar at the bottom right of your PCTransferring files to your Mac computer With the USB cable Turn on your camera Select Settings → USB Select PrinterPrinting photos with a PictBridge photo printer Press Or to select a photoSettings Select an option and save your settings Camera settings menuAccessing the settings menu Shooting or Playback mode, pressDisplay Camera settings menuAdjust the brightness of the screen Display Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright BrightnessSettings Imprint Auto PowerButtons or switch modes. Off, On OffCamera maintenance ……………………………………… AppendixesError messages Error message Suggested remediesCamera lens and display Camera maintenanceCleaning your camera Camera bodyUsing or storing the camera Camera maintenanceOther cautions About memory cardsSupported memory cards Size Memory card capacityFine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS Battery life About the batteryBattery specifications 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 Macintosh computers Play videosYou cannot use Intelli-studio on 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 Mjpeg Motion Jpeg ResolutionMetering NoiseCorrect disposal of batteries in this product Address FCC noticeModel No Samsung ST30 Responsible Party Telephone No SamsungIndex Index For Mac For Windows Camera DisplayDIS Movie Program Scene Smart Auto Playing Recording
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