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Samsung EC-ST500ZBPRAU manual Compensating for backlighting ACB p, Adjusting brightness and colour

Models: EC-ST510ZBPSE1 EC-ST500ZDPRME EC-ST500ZBPSIT EC-ST510ZBPRE1

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Adjusting brightness and colour

Compensating for backlighting (ACB) p

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. In this case, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option.

Without ACB With ACB

1	In Shooting mode, select f > .
2	Select an option.

Off

Option Description

Off: ACB is off.

On: ACB is on.

t The ACB feature is always on in the a mode.

t This feature is not available when Continuous, Motion Capture, or AEB is in use.

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Samsung EC-ST500ZBPRAU manual Compensating for backlighting ACB p, Adjusting brightness and colour, Select an option

Contents

Common questions Quick reference Contents User ManualST500/ST510  Click a topicHealth and safety information Safety warningsSafety precautions Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesightHealth 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 lifeOrganisation of the user manual Copyright informationBasic functions Extended functionsIndications used in this manual Icons used in this manualAbbreviations used in this manual Shooting mode iconsExpressions 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 dual displays and soundContents Transferring ﬁles to your computer for WindowsTransferring ﬁles to your computer for Mac Printing photos with a photo printer PictBridgeUsing the touch screen …………………… Setting the dual displays and sound ………Basic functions Tips for getting a clearer photo ……………Unpacking Optional accessoriesCheck your product box for the following items CameraCamera layout Tripod mountCamera layout Zoom button tZoom in or outtZoom in on part of a photo or view ﬁles as thumbnails Referred to “Touch screen” in this manualIcons A. Status iconsB. Option icons touch IconInserting the battery and memory card the batteryRemoving the battery and memory card Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing upCharging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the batteryTurning on your camera Turning on your camera in Playback modePerforming the initial setup Dragging Using the touch screenTouching Using the touch screen Using gesturesGesture DescriptionMode Selecting a shooting modeSelect the mode icon Select a mode In Shooting mode, tilt the camera while touching and holding Selecting a shooting mode using motion recognitionSelecting a shooting mode Setting the dual displays and sound Setting the front display1 In Shooting mode, select “ Front Display. 2 Select an option OptionSetting the display type for the touch screen Setting the touch vibration or soundSetting the dual displays and sound 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, select M 2 Select “ Haptic&SoundTaking photos 2 Align your subject in the frame3 Half-press Shutter to focus 4 Press Shutter to take a photoDigital zoom ZoomingTaking photos Reducing camera shake OIS a p s 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 Recording voice memos …………………………………Using the Smart Auto mode Shooting modes1 In Shooting mode, select a “ S 2 Align your subject in the frame Appears when taking photos of landscapesUsing 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 t For the Children mode, see “Using the Children mode” on pageUsing 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 Using the Children mode4 To cancel the guides, select In Shooting mode, select a “ s “Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode Shooting modesShooting modes Using the DUAL IS modeUsing the Program mode Taking a self-portrait shot Recording a video1 In Shooting mode, tap the front display to turn it on 1 In Shooting mode, select a “2 Select f “ ““a frame rate the number of frames per second Shooting modesRecording voice memos a p s d Recording a voice memoAdding a voice memo to a photo 1 In Shooting mode, select f “ “ “Using the timer ……………………………… Using face detection …………………………Shooting options Shooting in the dark …………………………Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting a resolution S a p s 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 mode, 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 3 Press Shutter to start the timer1 In Shooting mode, select . 2 Select an option Option DescriptionUsing 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 Using auto focus a p dChanging the camera’s focus In Shooting mode, selectUsing 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 facesDetecting eye blinking Using face detectionTaking a smile shot Using smart face recognition Using face detection4 Select when the face list appears Registering faces as your favourites My StarIn Shooting mode, select f “ faceAdjusting brightness and colour Adjusting the exposure manually EV p d3 Select t + brighter, - darkerAdjusting brightness and colour Compensating for backlighting ACB pIn Shooting mode, select f ““ “ Select an optionChanging the metering option p d In the v mode, select f “Adjusting brightness and colour In Shooting mode, select f “ “Selecting a light source White balance p d 1 In Shooting mode, select f ““ 2 Select an optionAdjusting brightness and colour IconAdjusting brightness and colour 3 Press ShutterDeﬁning your own white balance Using burst modes p s 1 In Shooting mode, select f “ “ . 2 Select an optionOption Description Option DescriptionImproving your photos Applying photo styles a p s dDeﬁning your own RGB tone 1 In Shooting mode, select f ““ once or twice ““ ““Adjusting your photos p 3 Select a value to adjust the selected itemImproving your photos t Sharpness t Contrast t SaturationPlayback/Editing Transferring ﬁles to your computerPrinting photos with a photo printer Transferring ﬁles to your computerPlaying back Starting Playback mode1 Press P 2 Draw a horizontal bar left or right to scroll through ﬁlesIn Playback mode, tilt the camera while touching and holding Selecting a menu using motion recognitionPlaying back 1 In Playback mode, select Display in Playback modeRanking your favourite faces Select2 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, colour, 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 ﬁles1 In Shooting or Playback mode, select M ““ 2 Select Auto Rotate “ On 3 Select1 In Playback mode, select 2 Set a slide show effect Viewing ﬁles by rotating the photo automaticallyt Select to switch to Playback mode Playing a videoIn Playback mode, select 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 1 In Playback mode, select a photo “ . 2 Select ““an option3 Adjust the amount of the colour Editing colourEditing a photo Deﬁning your own RGB toneCorrecting exposure problems 3 Select a value to adjust the selected item. - less or + moreAdjusting an image Adjusting ACB Auto Contrast BalanceEditing photos of portraits 1 In Playback mode, select a photo “ . 2 Select “3 Select to stop snowing and select Select a level5 Set DPOF options Select photos to print6 Select , or . to set the number of copies. 7 Select to select all ﬁlesViewing ﬁles on a TV select on the camera screenRequirements Transferring ﬁles to your computer for WindowsRequirements for Intelli-studio Transferring ﬁles using Intelli-studio Transferring ﬁles to your computer for WindowsTurn on the camera In Shooting or Playback mode, select M “Using Intelli-studio Transferring ﬁles to your computer for WindowsIcon Transferring ﬁles by connecting the camera as a removable diskTransferring ﬁles to your computer for Windows Disconnecting 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 icont Printing starts. Select Cancel to cancel printing Printing photos with a photo printer PictBridge2 Turn on your camera 3 Select to printConﬁguring print settings Printing photos with a photo printer PictBridgeOption DescriptionCamera maintenance …………………………………… Before contacting a service centre ……………………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 t Reset Set the ﬁle number to start from 0001 whenDescription DescriptionSettings menu DescriptionSuggested remedies Error messagesError message 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 maintenanceCamera maintenance Notes about charging the batteryNotes about charging with a computer connected Before contacting a service centre SituationSuggested remedies SituationBefore contacting a service centre SituationSuggested remedies SituationBefore contacting a service centre SituationSuggested remedies t You can play videos only with the IntelliCamera speciﬁcations Camera speciﬁcations Camera speciﬁcations t Photo JPEG DCF, EXIF 2.21, DPOFt Video H.264 MPEG-4.AVC Mono Internal speaker, Mono MicrophoneCorrect disposal of batteries in this product Correct Disposal of This ProductWaste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Index Index Index

Adjusting brightness and colour

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