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Samsung WB250F White, ECWB250FFPRUS Shooting in the dark, Preventing red-eye p s, Using the flash

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Shooting in the dark

Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions.

Preventing red-eye p s

When the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person’s eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eyeor Red-eye Fix. Refer to flash options in “Setting a flash option.”

S Before correction

S After correction

Using the flash

Press the flash pop-up button to pop the flash up. When the flash unit pops up, the flash fires in accordance with the option you have selected. If you select Off, the flash does not fire even when it is popped up.

•While not in use, keep the flash unit closed to prevent damage.

• Forcing to open the flash unit may cause damage to your camera. Press down gently to close it.

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Samsung WB250F White, ECWB250FFPRUS, ECWB250FFPAUS user manual Shooting in the dark, Preventing red-eye p s, Using the flash

Contents

Settings Basic troubleshootingContents Wireless networkDo not handle your camera with wet hands Health and safety informationDo not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive gases and liquidsAvoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes Health and safety informationAvoid interference with pacemakers Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use Health and safety informationUse only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables and accessories Use the battery only for its intended purposeDo not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts Data transference and your responsibilitiesHealth and safety information Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory cardBasic functions Outline of the User ManualWireless network SettingsSettings Indicators used in this manualIcons used in this manual IndicatorSubject Expressions used in this manualPressing the shutter Subject, background, and composition1 Access Settings 2 Access the DIRECT LINK button option Special features of your cameraUsing the Touch screen and camera buttons Using the DIRECT LINK buttonLaunch Samsung SMART CAMERA Using AutoShareInstall Samsung SMART CAMERA App on the smart phone Turn on the AutoShare featureLaunch Samsung SMART CAMERA Using MobileLinkSpecial features of your camera Install Samsung SMART CAMERASpecial features of your camera Using Remote ViewfinderApp on the smart phone Access the Remote Viewfinder mode 6 Touch the thumbnail to view the photoSelect the macro option Capture a photo Shooting samples - MacroSpecial features of your camera Red-eye or Basic troubleshootingThe subject’s eyes appear redCapturing photos at night or in the dark Quick referenceAdjusting the exposure brightness Capturing photos of peopleUsing the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode ContentsUsing the Motion Photo mode Charging the battery and turning on your cameraContents Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings ContentsUsing a smart phone as a remote shutter release Connectivity ContentsAccessing the settings menu Using or storing the cameraSelecting options or menus …………………… Charging the battery and turning on yourSetting the display and sound ………………… Basic functionsOptional accessories UnpackingSpeaker Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Camera layoutPower button Microphone Internal antenna AF-assist light/Timer lamp LensZoom button In Shooting mode Zoom in or out Camera layoutDIRECT LINK button Status lampSetting a DIRECT LINK button option Using the DIRECT LINK button2 Select General “ DIRECT LINK Wi-Fi Button 3 Select a Wi-Fi feature. pRemoving the battery and memory card Inserting the battery and memory cardSlide the lock down to release the battery Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing upTurning on your camera in Playback mode Charging the battery and turning on your cameraCharging the battery Turning on your cameraPerforming the initial setup 9 Press D/c to select a date type, and then press o 12 Press b to finish the initial setupPerforming the initial setup 8 Press c to select Date Type, and then press t or oDescription Learning iconsIcon IconIcons on the Mode screen Selecting modesIcon Icon Selecting modesIcon Description2 Scroll to an option or a menu Selecting options or menusSelecting with buttons 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press mSelecting by touch Selecting options or menus Touching Touch an icon to select a menu or optionFlicking Gently flick your finger across the screen Learning touch gesturesMode Setting the display and soundSetting the display type About histogramsPress o repeatedly Setting the soundSetting the display and sound Setting the option display view4 Press Shutter to capture a photo Capturing photos1 Rotate the mode dial to T 2 Align your subject in the frame 3 Half-press Shutter to focusCapturing photos ZoomingDigital zoom p A h M Intelli zoom T p A h M Setting Intelli zoomIn Shooting mode, press m Select Intelli ZoomIcon Reducing camera shake OIS p A h M1 In Shooting mode, press m 2 Select OIS 3 Select an option Capturing photosReducing camera shake When is displayedHolding your camera correctly Half-pressing the shutter buttonUsing the focus lock Preventing your subject from being out of focusRecording a video ……………………………… Using the Smart mode …………………………Using the Magic Plus mode …………………… Extended functionsDescription Using the Smart Auto modeRotate the mode dial to T Align your subject in the frame IconHalf-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to capture the photo Using the Smart Auto modePress Shutter to capture the photo Using the Program modeRotate the mode dial to p Set the desired options Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press Shutter to focusAperture value Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual modeShutter speed Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Aperture Priority mode3 Press o “ F/t to adjust the aperture value 4 Press o to save the setting 5 Set optionsUsing the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Shutter Priority mode3 Press o “ F/t to adjust the shutter speed 4 Press o to save the setting 5 Set optionsOK Change aperture/shutter speed Using the Manual modePress Shutter to capture the photo Using the Smart mode1 Rotate the mode dial to s 2 Select a scene Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press Shutter to focusUsing the Panorama mode Using the Smart mode 4 Touch a face to replace Using the Best Face mode1 Rotate the mode dial to 3 Press Shutter to capture the photo1 Rotate the mode dial to g 2 Select Using the Magic Plus modeUsing the My Magic Frame mode 6 Drag the corner of the box to adjust the size7 Drag the selected frame to place it to a desired location 8 Press o Using the Magic Plus mode Using the Split Shot mode3 Select a split style 5 Press Shutter to capture a photoUsing the Magic Plus mode Using the Motion Photo mode4 Press Shutter to capture the photo 5 On the screen, draw an area to be animated1 Rotate the mode dial to g 2 Select Using the Photo Filter mode3 Select an effect Using the Magic Plus modeUsing the Magic Plus mode Using the Movie Filter mode4 Press Video recording to start recording 5 Press Video recording again to stop recording3 Press Video recording to start recording Recording a video1 Rotate the mode dial to p, G, s, i, g or T 2 Set desired optionsRecording a video Recording a video with the Smart Scene Detection function1 Rotate the mode dial to T 2 Set the desired options 3 Align your subject in the frameIcon 4 Press Video recording to start recording5 Press Video recording again to stop recording Recording a videoShooting options Using Face Detection ……………………………Adjusting brightness and color ………………… Using burst modes ………………………………Setting the video resolution Selecting a resolution and qualitySelecting a resolution T p A h M s i g Setting the photo resolutionIcon Selecting a resolution and qualitySelecting a photo quality p A h M i g In Shooting mode, press m Select Quality Select an optionShooting in the dark Using the flashPreventing red-eye p s Shooting in the dark Setting a flash option T p A h M s g1 Press the flash pop-up button to open the flash 2 In Shooting mode, press F5 Press o to save your settings 4 Press F/t to adjust the intensityAdjusting the flash intensity 1 In Shooting mode, press F 2 Scroll to an option 3 Press DIn Shooting mode, press m Select ISO Select an option Adjusting the ISO sensitivity p A h MShooting in the dark 1 In Shooting mode, press c Using macro p A h M gUsing auto focus T p A h M s g Changing the camera’s focus2 Select an option 3 Press F/t to adjust the focus distance4 Press o to save your settings Adjusting the focus distance manually p A h M1 In Shooting mode, press m 2 Select Touch AF 3 Select an option Adjusting the focus area p A h MAdjusting the focus by touch T p A h M s 2 Select Focus Area1 In Shooting mode, press m Using tracking auto focus2 Select Touch AF “ Tracking AF 3 Touch the subject you want to track in the touch areaIn Shooting mode, press m Using One Touch ShotSelect Touch AF “ One touch shot Touch the subject to capture a photoCapturing a self portrait shot Using Face Detection p A h M s4 When you hear a quick beep, press Shutter Detecting faces2 Select Face Detection “ Smile Shot Using Face DetectionCapturing a smile shot Detecting eye blinkingUsing Face Detection Tips for detecting faces1 In Shooting mode, press m 2 Select EV Adjusting brightness and colorAdjusting the exposure manually EV p A h 3 Press F/t to adjust the exposure1 In Shooting mode, press m 2 Select ACB 3 Select an option Adjusting brightness and colorCompensating for backlighting ACB p A h M Changing the metering option p A h MAdjusting brightness and color Selecting a White Balance setting p A h MSelect White Balance Select an option2 Select White Balance “ Color Temp Customizing preset White Balance optionsAdjusting color temperature 2 Select White BalanceAdjusting brightness and color Select White Balance “ Custom SetAim the lens at a piece of white paper, and then press Shutter Defining your own White Balance4 Press and hold Shutter Using burst modes p A h M s i gCapturing continuous photos 1 In Shooting mode, press t 2 Select an option1 In Shooting mode, press t Using the timerUsing burst modes Capturing bracketed photos5 Press o to save your settings Adjusting images p A h M2 Select Image Adjust 4 Press F/t to adjust each valueDescription Reducing the sound of the zoom T p A h M s i gIn Shooting mode, press m Select Voice Select an option IconViewing files on a TV …………………………… Using programs on a computer ………………Playback/Editing Editing a photo …………………………………2 Press F/t to scroll through files Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeStarting Playback mode 1 Press P2 Press o or rotate Zoom to the right to open the folder Viewing files by category 1 In Playback mode, rotate Zoom to the left2 Press m, and then select Filter “ a category Viewing files as thumbnails3 Select a list to open it 4 Select a file to view it 2 Select Delete “ Multiple Delete 4 Press 5 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes3 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes 1 In Playback mode, press mDescription Viewing photosEnlarging a photo Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode1 In Playback mode, scroll to a GIF file 2 Press o or touch 1 In Playback mode, scroll to a panoramic photo2 Press o or touch 3 Press b to return to Playback mode1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press o or touch Playing a video5 Select Start Slide Show 6 View the slide show2 Select Trim Movie 2 Rotate Zoom to the left or touch to select a photo Editing a photoResizing photos 1 Rotate the mode dial to g, and then selectApplying Smart Filter effects Cropping a photoEditing a photo 1 Rotate the mode dial to g, and then select Adjusting your photosAdjusting dark subjects, brightness, contrast, or saturation 5 Touch to saveRemoving red-eye Retouching faces2 Select Connectivity “ Video Out Viewing files on a TV3 Turn off the camera Transferring files to the computerTransferring files to your Windows OS computer 2 Select Connectivity “ i-Launcher “ Off2 Clickon the tool bar at the bottom right of your computer screen Disconnecting the camera for Windows XPTransferring files to your Mac OS computer 1 If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until it stops4 Open the removable disk 5 Drag or save files to your computer 3 Turn on the cameraTransferring files to the computer 2 Select Connectivity “ i-Launcher “ On Using programs on a computerInstalling i-Launcher 7 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installationWindows OS Requirements Using i-LauncherUsing programs on a computer Available programs when using i-LauncherMac OS 10.5 or higher except PowerPC Mac OS requirementsOpening i-Launcher Using programs on a computerUsing programs on a computer Using Multimedia ViewerViewing photos Description Using programs on a computer1 File name 2 Adjust the volume 3 Open the selected file Viewing videosFrom the Samsung i-Launcher screen, click Firmware Upgrade Downloading the PC Auto Backup programUpdating the firmware Using programs on a computerUsing AllShare Play to send files ……………… Wireless networkConnecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings ………………………………… Using photo or video sharing websites ………1 Rotate the mode dial to w 2 Select , , , or Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settingsConnecting to a WLAN 3 Press m, and then select Wi-Fi SettingSetting network options Using the login browser2 Select IP Setting “ Manual Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settingsConnecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Network connection tipsIcon Description Entering textConnecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Icon Description3 On the smart phone, turn on Samsung SMART CAMERA App Saving files to a smart phone automatically1 On the camera, in Shooting mode, press m 2 On the camera, select AutoShare “ On4 On the smart phone, turn on Samsung SMART CAMERA App Sending photos or videos to a smart phone1 On the camera, rotate the mode dial to w 2 On the camera, select 3 On the camera, select a sending option1 On the camera, rotate the mode dial to w 2 On the camera, select Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release6 On the smart phone, set the following shooting options 5 On the camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera7 On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release8 Release to capture the photo 3 When the Auto Backup program icon appears, click it Using Auto Backup to send photos or videosInstalling the program for Auto Backup on your PC 1 Install i-Launcher on the PC. pUsing Auto Backup to send photos or videos 3 Select a backup PC4 Select OK 3 Press m Changing email settings4 Select Sender Setting Sending photos or videos via email8 When the pop-up appears, select OK 4 Select Setting Password “ On5 When the pop-up appears, select OK 6 Enter a 4-digit password 7 Enter the password again7 Select Next Sending photos or videos via email5 Select Next 6 Select files to send1 Access the website with your camera 2 Select files to upload Using photo or video sharing websitesAccessing a website 4 Enter your ID and password to log inby pressing m, and then selecting ShareWi-Fi “ a desired website Using photo or video sharing websites1 Rotate the mode dial to w Using AllShare Play to send files3 Enter your ID and password, and then select Login “ OK Uploading photos to online storage5 On the AllShare Play device, select a camera to connect Using AllShare Play to send filesViewing photos or videos on devices that support AllShare Play 2 Select “ Nearby devicesShared photos or videos will not be stored on the AllShare Play device, but they can be stored in the camera to meet the devices specifications Using AllShare Play to send files4 Select the device from the camera’s list of Wi-Fi Direct devices Sending photos using Wi-Fi DirectOn the device, turn on the Wi-Fi Direct option Press m, and then select ShareWi-Fi “ Wi-Fi DirectAccessing the settings menu ……………………………… Settings3 Select an item Settings menuAccessing the settings menu 1 Rotate the mode dial to n 2 Select a menuVolume Settings menuSound DisplayIn Power save mode, press any button other than X to resume ConnectivitySettings menu Power SaveDescription GeneralSettings menu Set the time zone for your location. When you travel toReset Settings menuAuto Power Off Auto Backup , Email , SNS & Cloud , AllShare PlayCamera specifications …………………………………………… Before contacting a service center ……………………………Appendixes Error message Error messagesError message Card ErrorMemory Full Error messagesError message Suggested remediesCamera body Camera maintenanceCleaning your camera Camera lens and displayUsing the camera with caution in humid environments Using or storing the cameraCamera maintenance Using on beaches or shoresSupported memory cards About memory cardsCamera maintenance Size Memory card capacityCamera maintenance PhotoCamera maintenance Cautions when using memory cardsCamera maintenance About the batteryBattery life Battery specificationsNotes about charging the battery Low battery messageNotes about using the battery Cautions about using the batteryHandle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Notes about charging with a computer connectedCamera maintenance Guidelines for charging the battery Camera maintenanceDisposal guidelines Suggested remedies Before contacting a service centerpower quickly SituationThe date and time are Before contacting a service centerSituation Suggested remediesphotos Before contacting a service centersettings menu. p SituationLens Camera specificationsFocusing Image sensorWhite Balance Camera specificationsFlash EffectPlayback Camera specificationsStorage Dimensions W X H X D Camera specificationsWireless network Power sourceAF Auto Focus GlossaryACB Auto Contrast Balance AEB Auto Exposure BracketExif Exchangeable Image File Format GlossaryEV Compensation EV Exposure ValueJPEG Joint Photographic Experts Group GlossaryImage sensor ISO sensitivityQuality ResolutionGlossary Optical zoomApplicable in countries with separate collection systems Correct Disposal of This ProductCorrect disposal of batteries in this product Waste Electrical & Electronic EquipmentIndex Index Index Video White Balance Wireless networkIndex Unpacking USB portPlease refer to the warranty that came with your product or