Samsung PL170, PL171 Holding your camera correctly Reducing camera shake, When is displayed

Tips for getting a clearer photo

Holding your camera correctly	Reducing camera shake
Ensure nothing is	•	Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to
blocking the lens.		reduce camera shake. (p. 28)
	•	Select the d mode to reduce camera shake
		both optically and digitally. (p. 38)

Half-pressing the shutter button

Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically.

The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically.

Focus frame

•Press [Shutter] to capture the photo if the focus frame appears in green.

•Change the composition and half-

press [Shutter] again if the focus frame appears in red.

When is displayed

Camera shake

When you shoot in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to Slow Sync or Off. The aperture remains open longer and it may be harder to hold the camera still.

•Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 50)

•Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 51)

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