8

Repeat step 7 to complete the panoramic photo.

9

Select to save the panoramic photo.

››Capture a vintage photo

You can take photos with a vintage look and feel by applying colour filters.

1

In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the

2

camera.

 

Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.

3

Select

→ Vintage.

4

Select

→ a colour tone.

5

Make any necessary adjustments.

6

Press the Camera key.

››Customise camera settings

Before taking a photo, select

→

to access the

following options:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Option

Function

 

 

Outdoor

Activate Outdoor visibility to select

visibility

an appropriate lighting condition.

Timer

Select the length of the delay before

the camera takes a photo.

 

Resolution

Change the resolution option.

 

 

White balance

Adjust the colour balance according

to lighting conditions.

 

Effects

Apply a special effect, such as sepia

or black and white tones.

 

ISO

Adjust the sensitivity of the camera

imaging sensor.

 

 

 

Exposure

Select a type of exposure metre.

metering

 

 

 

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GT-S8500ISAKSA, GT-S8500BAAMMC, GT-S8500BAAAFR, GT-S8500BAACEL, GT-S8500HKAXXV specifications

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