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Samsung ES-ST500ZSARCN, EC-ST500ZBPRIT manual Taking photos, Align your subject in the frame

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Taking photos

Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.

1 Make sure that the camera is in the a mode (Auto), the camera’s default shooting mode.

t If not, select the mode icon a.

2 Align your subject in the frame.

3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

t A green frame means the subject in focus.

4 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.

See page 26 for tips to get clearer photos.

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Samsung ES-ST500ZSARCN, EC-ST500ZBPRIT manual Taking photos, Align your subject in the frame, Half-press Shutter to focus

Contents

Common questions Quick reference Contents Basic functions User ManualST5000 Ä Click a topicSafety warnings Safety precautionsPrevent damage to subjects’ eyesight Do not use your camera near ﬂammable or explosive gases and liquidsHealth and safety information Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damageUse only Samsung-approved accessories Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environmentsAllow only qualiﬁed personnel to service your camera Ensure maximum battery and charger lifeOrganization of the user manual Copyright informationBasic functions Extended functionsShooting 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 BrightnessCommon questions The subjects eyesappear red Photos are blurredQuick reference Adjusting the exposure brightnessTaking photos of people Taking photos at night or in the darkContents Inserting the battery and memory cardCharging the battery and turning your camera on Setting the touch screen and soundContents Before contacting a service centerTransferring ﬁles to your computer for Windows Transferring ﬁles to your computer for MacBasic functions Inserting the battery and memory card …Charging the battery and turning your Performing the initial setup ………………Optional accessories UnpackingmicroSD TM Camera layout AF-assist light/timer lampShutter button Camera layout Zoom button t Zoom in or outAccepts HDMI cable Inserting the battery and memory card the batteryRemoving the battery and memory card Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing upCharging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the batteryTurning on your camera in Playback mode Turning on your cameraPerforming the initial setup 1 Select LanguageSelect Date & Time Date & Time Select a languageLearning icons A. Status iconsB. Option icons touch IconUsing the touch screen Using gesturesDragging TouchingSelecting a shooting mode Select the mode icon Select a modeMode Description Selecting a shooting mode using motion recognition Selecting a shooting modeIn Shooting mode, tilt the camera while touching and holding Setting the touch screen and sound Setting the display type for the touch screenSetting the sound 4 Select to return to the previous modet If not, select the mode icon ““a Taking photos2 Align your subject in the frame 3 Half-press Shutter to focusZooming Taking photosDigital zoom Reducing camera shake OIS a p s v D 1 In Shooting mode, select f “ once or twice “ . 2 Select an optionTaking photos Option DescriptionWhen h is displayed Holding your camera correctlyHalf-pressing the shutter button Reducing camera shakePreventing your subject from being out of focus Use the continuous or motion capture function. pExtended functions Using the Smart Auto mode Shooting modes1 In Shooting mode, select a “ S 2 Align your subject in the frame IconUsing the Scene mode t For the Beauty Shot mode, see “Using the Beauty Shot mode” on paget For the Frame Guide mode, see “Using the frame guide” on page Shooting modesUsing the Beauty Shot mode t Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of imperfectionsIn Shooting mode, select a “ s ““ ““an optionUsing the frame guide Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode4 To cancel the guides, select In Shooting mode, select a “ s “to focus 1 In Shooting mode, select a ““d2 Align your subject in the frame and half-press Shutter to focus 3 Press Shutter to take the photoUsing the Program mode Recording a video1 In Shooting mode, select a “ p 2 Set options. For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options.”5 Press Shutter to start recording 6 Press Shutter again to stop recordingTo pause recording Shooting modesUsing the Smart Scene Detection mode 3 Press Shutter to start recording4 Press Shutter again to stop recording Shooting modesRecording voice memos a p s d Recording a voice memoAdding a voice memo to a photo Using the timer ……………………………… Shooting in the dark ……………………… Using face detection ………………………Using burst modes ………………………… Improving your photos …………………… Shooting optionsSelecting a resolution and quality Selecting a resolution S a p s d v D1 In Shooting mode, select f ““ “ . In some modes, select f““ 2 Select an optionSelecting a resolution and quality Selecting image quality a p s d1 In the v and D modes, select f ““. 2 Select an option 1 In Shooting mode, select f “ “ . In some modes, select f “Using the timer S a p s d v D 3 Press Shutter to start the timerIn Shooting mode, select Select an optionUsing the timer 4 Make a motion, such as waving your arms, to activate the timerUsing the motion timer Press ShutterUsing the ﬂash S a p s Shooting in the darkPreventing red-eye a p s 1 In Shooting mode, select 2 Select an optionAdjusting the ISO speed p Shooting in the dark1 In Shooting mode, select f “ . 2 Select an option Option DescriptionUsing macro a p d v D Using auto focus a p d v DChanging the camera’s focus 1 In Shooting mode, select . 2 Select an optionUsing smart touch focus a p s d Changing the camera’s focusIn Shooting mode, select f “ indicated by a frameUsing one touch shooting a p s d Adjusting the focus area a p s dt Touch and hold until the level indicator ﬁlls up 1 In Shooting mode, select f “ “ 2 Touch a subject to focusUsing face detection a p s d Detecting facesUsing face detection Taking a self portrait shotTaking a smile shot In Shooting mode, select f “ “Using smart face recognition Detecting eye blinkingUsing face detection message appears. Take another photoRegistering faces as your favorites My Star Using face detectiont The camera can detect up to 10 faces in one scene 3 Select when the face list appears t Your favorite faces are indicated with a on the face listViewing your favorite faces Using face detectionAdjusting brightness and color Adjusting the exposure manually EV3 Select t + brighter, - darkerAdjusting brightness and color Compensating for backlighting ACB pIn Shooting mode, select f ““ “ Select an optionChanging the metering option p d v D In Shooting mode, select f “ “In the v and D modes, select f “ Adjusting brightness and colorSelecting a light source White balance 1 In Shooting mode, select f ““ 2 Select an optionAdjusting brightness and color Option Description3 Press Shutter Deﬁning your own white balanceAdjusting brightness and color Using burst modes p s 1 In Shooting mode, select f “ once or twice “ . 2 Select an optionOption Description Option DescriptionImproving your photos Applying photo styles a p s d1 In Shooting mode, select f ““ once or twice ““ ““ 1 In Shooting mode, select f ““ once or twice ““. 2 Select an optionApplying smart ﬁlter effects a p d Improving your photosIn Shooting mode, select f ““ once or twice ““ Select an effect Option DescriptionAdjusting your photos p 3 Select a value to adjust the selected itemt Sharpness t Contrast t Saturation Improving your photosPlayback/Editing Editing a photo ………………………………Viewing ﬁles on a TV or HDTV …………… Transferring ﬁles to your computer Starting Playback mode Playing back1 Press Playback 2 Draw a horizontal bar left or right to scroll through filesSelecting a menu using motion recognition Playing backIn Playback mode, tilt the camera while touching and holding 1 In Playback mode, select Ranking your favorite facesSelect Playing back2 Select “ a face 3 Select , or . to change the ranking of the face and select1 In Playback mode, select “ “ a category 2 Select a date, ﬁle type, weekday, color, or facet Select to select all ﬁles t Select to cancel your selection 1 In Playback mode, select M 2 Select Protect ““Select3 Select ﬁles you want to protect Viewing ﬁles as thumbnails1 In Playback mode, select M 2 Select Protect ““All ““Lock Playing backUsing the recycle bin Viewing photos1 In Playback mode, select M 2 Select Recycle Bin “ On 2 Select . ““Copy to Card 3 Select Yes to copy ﬁlesEnlarging a photo Starting a slide show1 In Playback mode, select . 2 Set a slide show effect Playing backSelect to adjust the volume of background audio or to mute the sound Select to switch to Playback modePlaying a video 3 Select to start the slide show1 Select at the point where you want to save a still image 2 Select Playing a voice memoend and select Select Yes1 In Playback mode, select a photo “ M 2 Select Voice Memo “ On Playing backEditing a photo Rotating a photoResizing photos In Playback mode, select a photo “3 Adjust the amount of the color Applying photo stylesEditing a photo SelectApplying smart ﬁlter effects Editing a photoSelect SelectCorrecting exposure problems 3 Select a value to adjust the selected item. - less or + moreAdjusting brightness/contrast/saturation Adjusting ACB Auto Contrast BalanceEditing photos of portraits Creating a print order DPOF1 In Playback mode, select a photo “ . 2 Select “ 3 Select a level 1 In Playback mode, select M 2 Select . “ DPOF ““Select5 Set DPOF options 6 Select , or . to set the number of copies. 7 SelectEditing a photo OptionViewing ﬁles on a TV or HDTV Select an HDMI resolution 7 View ﬁles using a remote control of your camera or HDTVViewing ﬁles on a TV or HDTV In Shooting or Playback mode, select M “Transferring ﬁles to your computer for Windows Requirements for Intelli-studioRequirements Transferring ﬁles using Intelli-studio Transferring ﬁles to your computer for WindowsSelect a folder on your computer to save new ﬁles Select . twice “ PC Software “ OnUsing Intelli-studio Transferring ﬁles to your computer for WindowsTransferring ﬁles by connecting the camera as a removable disk In Shooting or Playback mode, select M ““Select . twice ““PC Software ““Off Transferring ﬁles to your computer for WindowsDisconnecting the camera for Windows XP Transferring ﬁles to your computer for WindowsTransferring ﬁles to your computer for Mac 1 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable2 Turn on the camera 3 Double-click the removable disk iconPrinting photos with a photo printer PictBridge t The printer recognizes the camera automaticallyt Printing starts. Select Cancel to cancel printing Conﬁguring print settingsPrinting photos with a photo printer PictBridge Select or to scroll to a photo to printCamera maintenance …………………………………… Before contacting a service center …………………Appendixes Camera speciﬁcations ………………………………Settings menu Accessing the settings menu3 Select an option and save your settings 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, select M 2 Select a menuSound settings Display settingsSettings menu DescriptionCamera settings Settings menuDescription DescriptionSettings menu DescriptionDescription Set whether to display the date and time on yourSettings menu t Select Mode Select a USB mode when youDescription computer or printerError messages Error messageSuggested remedies Camera maintenance Cleaning your cameraCamera lens and touch screen Camera bodyCamera maintenance About memory cardsMemory cards you can use Memory card capacityAbout the battery Battery speciﬁcationsBattery life Camera maintenanceNotes about charging the battery Notes about charging with a computer connectedCamera maintenance Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery handling t The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly. IfBefore contacting a service center SituationSuggested remedies SituationBefore contacting a service center SituationSuggested remedies SituationBefore contacting a service center SituationSuggested remedies t You can play videos only with the IntelliCamera speciﬁcations Camera speciﬁcations Camera specifications Photo JPEG DCF, EXIF 2.21, DPOFThese figures are measured under Samsung’s Mono Internal speaker, Stereo MicrophoneCorrect Disposal of This Product Waste Electrical & Electronic EquipmentCorrect disposal of batteries in this product Index Index Index

Taking photos

t If not, select the mode icon a.

2 Align your subject in the frame.

3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

t A green frame means the subject in focus.

4 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.

t If not, select the mode icon a.