HTC DIAM400 user manual Taking Photos and Videos, Capture modes, To open the Camera screen

100  Experiencing Multimedia

11.1  Taking Photos and Videos

Use Camera to take photos and record video clips. You can either use the camera to take photos or shoot videos.

To open the Camera screen

On the Home screen, slide to the Photos and Videos tab and then tap the camera icon ( ) or the video camera icon ( ).

The screen orientation automatically switches to landscape mode when you open Camera.

Tip You can also tap Start > Programs > Camera to open the Camera program.

To exit the Camera

Tap the screen first to display the Camera screen icons, and then tap the Exit icon ( ).

Capture modes

The camera on your device allows you to capture pictures and video clips by using various built-in modes that provide you flexibility in taking your shots.

To change the capture mode

•Press Navigation left or right (Landscape orientation).

•Tap the middle icon at the bottom of the screen (the icon displayed is based on the current Capture mode). On the on-screen menu, tap the Capture mode you want to use.

Current Capture mode

You can select from the following capture modes:

Icon	Capture Mode
	Photo Captures standard still images.

Video Captures video clips, with or without accompanying audio.

Panorama Captures a sequence of still images continuously in one direction, and allows stitching of all the images to create a panoramic view of a scenery.

MMS Video Captures video clips suitable for sending with the picture and video message.

Contacts Picture Captures a still image and gives you the option to immediately assign it as a Photo ID for a contact.

Picture Theme Captures still images and places them within frames.