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Controlling the camera remotely

Set a device as a viewfinder to control the camera remotely.

Tap →→Remote viewfinder, and then connect the device and the camera using Wi-Fi Direct. Tap to take a photo remotely using the device as a viewfinder.

Configuring settings for Camera

Tap to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used.

•Photo size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory.

•Focus mode: Select a focus mode. Auto focus is camera-controlled. Macro is for very close objects.

•Metering modes: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weightedmeasures background light in the centre of the scene. Spot measures the light value at a specific location. Matrix averages the entire scene.

•Location tag: Set the device to attach the location tag to the photo.

•To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.

•When you share a photo with the location tag attached, the location information

may be exposed to others. To avoid this, when viewing the photo, tap →More info →, and then tap under Location to delete your location information.

•Review pics/videos: Set the device to show photos or videos after taking them.

•Volume key: Set the device to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom function.

•Timer: Use this for delayed-time shots.

•White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras.

•Brightness: Change the brightness.

•Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.

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