Samsung GT-I9300BLACK user manual Using the Camera, Taking Photos

Camera

This section explains how to use the camera 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.

Note: When taking a photo in direct sunlight or in bright conditions, shadows may appear on the photo.

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 the Camera key ( ) until the shutter sounds. (The picture is automatically stored within your

designated storage location. If no microSD is installed, all pictures are stored on the Phone.) For more information, refer to “Camera Options” on page 89.

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