Samsung EC-WB550BBP/SA, EC-WB550BBP/FR manual Wide Zoom, 030, Digital zoom Wide Optical zoom

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Zoom W/T Lever

WIDE Zoom

Optical zoom WIDE: Move the Zoom W/T lever to the left in optical zoom mode to see subjects in the distance. Continue

to move the Zoom W/T lever to the left to disable optical zoom.

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1

1

<TELE zoom>

<Optical zoom 2X>

<WIDE zoom>

Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process. Allow time for this to take place.

You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom.

To view a clearer digital zoom image, press the Shutter button halfway at the maximum optical zoom position and press the Zoom T button again.

The digital zoom can’t be activated in the [Face Detection], [DUAL IS], [Beauty Shot], [Movie], [Smart Auto], and some Scene modes.

Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction.

The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.

Select [Zoom Mute] from the recording menu during video recording to disable the recording of zoom sound.

Digital zoom WIDE:

Optical zoom

X 5.0

Digital zoom

Move the Zoom W/T lever to the left in digital zoom mode to enable digital zoom (software wide). Stop moving the Zoom W/T lever to stop the operation of digital zoom. Continue to move the Zoom W/T lever to the left when digital zoom is disabled to disable optical zoom (optical tele).

X5.0

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<Digital zoom 5.0X>

<TELE zoom>

<WIDE zoom>

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Contents Page Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera InstructionsGetting to know your camera Use this camera in the following order002 Contents 004 084 005Effect button Rotating an image 066System requirements 006Package Contents Front & Top Identification of featuresMode dial Flash AF sensor/ Self-timer lampBack Function button BottomCamera Status Lamp Self-timer lamp011 012 Connecting to a power sourceSLB-10A rechargeable battery Specification Number of images and battery life Using the SLB-10A013 Charging LED How to charge the rechargeable batteryCharging LED of the AC Adapter 014015 Inserting the batteryBattery Inserting the memory card016 Instructions on how to use the memory cardAbout Label SD Secure Digital memory card017 Fine Normal 60FPS 30FPS 15FPSUp/Down button When using the camera for the first timeSetting up the language 018Image & Full Status LCD monitor indicator019 Selecting modes Starting the Recording modeHow to use the Auto mode How to use the mode dialSelect the Dual is mode by using Mode dial . p.20 How to use the Program modeHow to use the Manual mode Select the Program mode by using Mode dial . p.20How to use the Scene modes How to use the Beauty Shot mode022 023 How to use the Frame Guide modeIcons Scene modes Description It supports a high quality movie clip in a small file size How to use the Movie clip modeWhat is H.264MPEG4 part10/AVC ? Recording HD High Definition movie clips025 Using Successive RecordingRecording the movie clip without sound You can record the movie clip without sound026 How to use the Smart Auto modeSelect Smart Auto mode by using Mode dial . p.20 Each scene is recognized in the following conditions027 Things to watch out for when taking picturesPressing the Shutter button down half way 028 Power buttonUsing the Focus Lock Focus lockTele Zoom Shutter buttonZoom W/T Lever Ratio030 Wide ZoomDigital zoom Wide Optical zoom Controlling ISO/White Balance Command LeverHow to use the Command lever mode Exposure compensationGrid Function Description / Info / Up button032 Histogram/Grid Window Histogram shows you the distributionMacro / Down button How to Set Focus Manually033 Available focusing method, by Recording mode Types of focus mode and focus range W Wide, T Tele034 035 Selecting the flash modeFlash / Left button Flash range Unit m036 Flash mode indicatorAvailable flash mode, by Recording mode Icon Flash mode DescriptionIcon Self-timer / Right buttonSelecting the self-timer 037Motion Icon & Self-timer lamp Motion Timer038 Menu button Remote control rangeReplacing battery for the remote control Menu / OK button040 How to use the Fn menuSelectable menu may differ depending on each scene mode Fn buttonFocus Area Fn button SizeIcon Metering Description Fn button Frame rate Fn button Metering042 Mode043 Fn button Drive modeIcon Drive Mode Description AEB Auto Exposure Bracketing044 You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking picturesIcon ISO Mode Description Fn button ISO Fn button White balanceFn button White balance Fn button Aperture Value Using the Custom White BalanceSetting up the Aperture Value Setting up the Shutter SpeedFace Detection Fn button Face Detection046 047 Self PortraitSmile Shot Blink DetectionEffect button Mode Button048 Colour Icon Style mode DescriptionEffect button Photo Style Selector Effect button Image editingSaturation ContrastSharpness 051 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settingsItems indicated by are default settings Sub menu Available modeYou can control flash intensity Command Lever Flash Intensity052 053 QualityACB Sub menus Off, On 054 OIS Optical image Stabilization Voice MemoOIS Sub menus Off, On Voice recording Pausing while recording a voice055 056 Starting play modeScene mode Playing back a still imageMovie clip capture function How to capture the movie clipHow to Control Volume While Playing Back Movie clip Playing back a movie clipPause button again On camera movie trimming Playing back a recorded voice058 Press the Zoom T Lever100-0010 Playing back a voice memoImage 059Thumbnail display Using the camera buttons to set the cameraPlay mode button Thumbnail / Digital Zoom LeverX12.5 X11.1 X10.3 X10.2 X8.1 X6.4 Image enlargementMaximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size 061062 Info / Up buttonPlay & Pause / Down button Play mode, the Play & Pause / Down button works as followsLeft/Right/MENU/OK button activate the following Left / Right / Menu / OK buttonDelete button Print buttonImage Resize Types Effect button Resize064 You can rotate the stored images by Various degrees Is finished, it will switch back to Original stateEffect button Rotating an image Effect button ColourRed eye effect can be removed from the captured image Effect button Colour Effect button Image editingRed eye removal Custom colourBrightness control Saturation control Face Retouch Contrast control068 Using the remote control in play modeYou can play the movie clip and images by remote control Noise effect069 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorMain Menu Sub Menu 070 Starting the slide showStart the slide show Slide show can start only in the Show Start menuUnique screen effects can be used for the slide show Selecting ImagesConfigure slide show effects You can select image to viewSet the slide show music Setting play intervalSetting Background Music Set the slide show play intervalYou can add your voice to a stored still image PlaybackVoice memo Smart AlbumCategory Description File Format Details of Each CategorySearching or Deleting Files 074075 Protecting imagesUp/Down/Left/Right button Select an image 076 Deleting imagesTo delete is displayed Index Standard077 078 Print sizeUp /Down /Left /Right button 079 Copy To CardStart up Sound VolumeSound menu SoundBeep Sound sub menus Beep Sound Self PortraitAF Sound 081Language Setup menuSetting the Grid Line Display083 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type Start up imageYou can adjust the LCD brightness Display brightnessDisplay Save SettingsQuick view Formatting a memory085 Their defaultsMenu and all settings will be restored to their defaults Initialisation Recycle BinFile name Description File name Imprinting the recording dateThere is an option to include DATE/TIME on still images 086Selecting video out type Connecting to an external monitor087 Information, refer to Setting the Anynet+CECAuto focus lamp You can turn on and off the Auto Focus lampComputer or Printer Setting the USB089 Anynet+CEC How to use the Anynet+CEC090 091 Setting up the camera for connection to the printerConnecting the Camera to a Printer Easy printing PictBridgeYou can select images you want to print PictBridge Print SettingSetting the Number of Copies to Print PictBridge Picture Selection093 PictBridge ResetSoftware notes Initialises user-changed configurationsFor Windows For Macintosh System requirementsQuickTime Player 7.5 H.264MPEG4.AVC playback Requirements 094QuickTime Player 7.5 The movie viewing program About the software095 Auto run frame Will Display. Click the Samsung Setting up the application softwareYou can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet 096097 Your PC through the USB cable Starting PC modeCamera settings for connection Disconnecting the camera and PC099 Downloading stored imagesUnplug the USB cable Removing the removable diskWindows 2000/XP/Vista 100Connect the camera to your PC Samsung MasterDownloading images 101102 Image viewer You can view the stored images103 Using the USB Driver for MAC Setting up the USB Driver for MAC104 105 SpecificationsImage Play 106Date Imprinting StorageHandling the camera Be sure to observe the following precautionsImportant notes Sand can be particularly troublesome to camerasSamsung cannot be held responsible for camera malfunctions Extremes in temperature may cause problemsDo not attempt to disassemble or modify the camera 108Card Locked File ErrorLow Battery DCF Full ErrorBefore contacting a service centre Colour of image is different to the original scene flash does not fireIncorrect date and time is displayed Images don’t play back112 When using the USB hubCase 113 → Plays back using the video playerAre other USB cables connected to the PC? 114 When the DirectX 9.0c or later is not installedIts working life Correct Disposal of This ProductCorrect disposal of batteries in this product 115
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EC-WB550ABP/E2, EC-WB550BBP/E3, EC-WB550ABP/ME, EC-WB550ABP/SA, EC-WB550ABP/E1 specifications

The Samsung EC-WB550 series of digital cameras, including models EC-WB550BDP/AS, EC-WB550ABP/E3, EC-WB550ABP/RU, EC-WB550ABP/FR, and EC-WB550ABP/IT, represent a blend of versatility, performance, and user-friendly technology, perfect for photography enthusiasts and casual users alike.

At the core of the EC-WB550 models is a powerful 12.2-megapixel CCD sensor that delivers stunning image quality with vibrant colors and impressive detail. This allows users to capture high-resolution photos and enables cropping without significant loss of quality. Additionally, a 24mm ultra-wide-angle lens gives photographers the ability to capture expansive landscapes and group shots, making it an ideal companion for vacation and family gatherings.

The optical zoom capability of 12x allows for flexibility in framing shots. Whether users are shooting distant subjects or crafting stunning close-ups, the WB550 series provides exceptional clarity and detail. Coupled with Samsung's SMART Auto technology, the camera intelligently analyzes the scene around it and optimizes the settings accordingly. This makes taking great photos easier than ever, even for novice photographers.

Another standout feature is the integrated Dual Image Stabilization system, which combines both Optical Image Stabilization and Digital Image Stabilization. This helps reduce blurriness caused by shaky hands or fast-moving subjects, ensuring that each photo is sharp and clear.

The EC-WB550’s 3.0-inch AMOLED display enhances the shooting experience, providing vivid colors and great viewing angles. This user-friendly screen allows for easy navigation through menus and settings, as well as the ability to review images with accuracy. Furthermore, the camera's compact and stylish design makes it easy to carry, fitting comfortably in pockets or bags.

The camera also supports HD video recording at a resolution of 720p, making it possible to capture life’s moments in motion with clarity and detail. Users can enjoy a range of artistic options, thanks to multiple scene modes, including Portrait, Night, and Macro.

Other notable features of the Samsung EC-WB550 series include face detection technology, which ensures improved focus on subjects, and smart filters that facilitate creative effects, enriching the overall photography experience. With its combination of ease of use, advanced technologies, and a robust feature set, the Samsung EC-WB550 series is a strong choice for anyone looking to enhance their photographic skills or capture memorable moments with ease.
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