Samsung GT-I9205 user manual Pictures and Videos, Using the Camera, Taking Photos

Section 5: Pictures and Videos

This section explains features related to the use of the camera and camcorder on your phone. You can take photographs and shoot video by using the built-in camera functionality. Your 8 megapixel camera produces photos in JPEG format.

Important! Do not take photos of people without their permission.

Do not take photos in places where cameras are not allowed.

Do not take photos in places where you may interfere with another person’s privacy.

Using the Camera

Taking Photos

Taking pictures with your device’s built-in camera is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the camera, then pressing the camera key.

1.From the main Home screen, tap Camera to activate the camera mode.

2.Using the phone’s main display screen as a viewfinder, adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject.

3.Before you take a picture, use the Up and Down Volume keys to zoom in or out. You can magnify the picture up to x4 (400 percent).

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Pinch the screen to zoom out or pinch outwards to zoom in.

4.If desired, before taking the photo, you can tap on-screen icons to access various camera options and settings.

5.You can also tap the screen to move the focus to the area you touch.

6.Press and release the Camera key ( ). The picture is automatically stored in your designated storage location. If no microSD is installed, all pictures are stored on the Phone.

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