Samsung SAMSUNG ST76 User Manual Page 1

ST75/ST76/ST77/ST78/ST79This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.Basic troubleshootin

9Contents Extended functions ... 32Using the Smart Auto mode ...

Settings 99Settings menuSound* DefaultItem DescriptionVolumeSet the volume of all sounds. (Off, Low, Medium*, High)Start SoundSet the sound the came

Settings 100Settings menu* DefaultItem DescriptionDisplay BrightnessAdjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright)Normal is fixed

Settings 101Settings menu* DefaultItem DescriptionFile No.Specify how to name files.• Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when you insert a n

Settings 102Settings menu* DefaultItem DescriptionVideo OutSet the video signal output for your region.• NTSC: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mex

Error messages ……………………………………… 104Camera maintenance ………………………………… 105Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 105Using or storing the camera …………………

Appendixes 104Error messagesWhen the following error messages appear, try these remedies.Error message Suggested remediesFile ErrorDelete the damaged

Appendixes 105Camera maintenanceCamera bodyWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.• Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These so

Appendixes 106Camera maintenanceStoring for extended period of time• When you store the camera for an extended period, place it in a sealed containe

Appendixes 107Camera maintenance• Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with s

Appendixes 108Camera maintenanceMemory card capacityThe memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacit

10 Contents Shooting options ... 48Selecting a resolution and quality ...

Appendixes 109Camera maintenance• Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card

Appendixes 110Camera maintenanceBattery lifeAverage shooting time/Number of photosTest conditions (when the battery is fully charged)PhotosApproximat

Appendixes 111Camera maintenanceCautions about using the batteryProtect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damagePrevent batteries from makin

Appendixes 112Camera maintenance• If you reconnect the power cable when the battery is fully charged, the status lamp turns on for approximately 30

Appendixes 113Camera maintenancePersonal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these

Appendixes 114Before contacting a service centerIf you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a

Appendixes 115Before contacting a service centerSituation Suggested remediesThe flash fires unexpectedlyThe flash may fire due to static electricity. The

Appendixes 116Before contacting a service centerSituation Suggested remediesThe TV does not display your photos• Make sure that the camera is correct

Appendixes 117Camera specificationsFocusingTypeTTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Face Detection AF, Tracking AF, Smart Face Recognition AF)RangeW

Appendixes 118Camera specificationsFlashMode Off, Red-eye Fix, Slow Sync, Fill in, Red-eye, AutoRange• Wide: 0.3–4.2 m (ISO Auto)• Tele: 0.5–1.6 m (IS

11 Contents Playback/Editing ... 72Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ...

Appendixes 119Camera specificationsPlaybackTypeSingle image, Thumbnails, Multi Slide Show with Music and Effect, Movie clip, Smart Album** Smart Albu

Appendixes 120Camera specificationsInterfaceDigital output connectorUSB 2.0Audio input/output Internal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Mono)Video output A

Appendixes 121GlossaryCompositionComposition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a goo

Appendixes 122GlossaryFlashA speed light that helps to create adequate exposure in low-light conditions.Focal lengthThe distance from the middle of t

Appendixes 123GlossaryNoiseMisinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when

Appendixes 124GlossaryShutter speedShutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important factor i

Appendixes 125Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European co

Appendixes 126FCC notice• NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 o

Appendixes 127IndexAAF-assist lightLocation 14Settings 102AF Lamp 102AF Sound 99Auto Contrast Balance (ACB)Playback mode 85Shooting mode 64Auto

Appendixes 128IndexFFace Detection 58FlashAuto 53Fill in 53Off 52Red-eye 53Red-eye Fix 53Slow Sync 53Focus AreaCenter AF 57Multi AF 57Tracki

Unpacking ………………………………… 13Camera layout ……………………………… 14Inserting the battery and memory card … 17Charging the battery and turning on your cam

Appendixes 129Slide Show 80Smart Album 75Smart Auto mode 33Smart Face Recognition 60Smart FilterPlayback mode 84Shooting mode 69Smart Scene Det

Appendixes 130TThumbnails 76TimerShooting mode 51Timer lamp 14Time settings 20Time zone settings 19, 100Transferring filesMac 95Windows 90Tripo

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Basic functions 13UnpackingThe following items are included in your product box.Camera AC adapter/ USB cableRechargeable battery StrapQuick Start Gui

Basic functions 14USB and A/V portAccepts USB cable and A/V cableCamera layoutBefore you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and the

Basic functions 15Camera layoutStatus lamp• Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, when the image

Basic functions 16Camera layoutButtonsButton Description Access options or menus.Select a shooting mode.ModeDescriptionSSmart Auto: Capture a photo w

Basic functions 17Inserting the battery and memory cardLearn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Removing the batt

Basic functions 18Charging the battery and turning on your cameraTurning on your cameraPress [POWER] to turn your camera on or off.• The initial set

1Keep your camera away from small children and pets.Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small part

Basic functions 19Performing the initial setupWhen you turn on your camera for the first time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps belo

Basic functions 20Performing the initial setup5 Press [D/c] to select Date/Time Set, and then press [t] or [o]. Back SetTime ZoneDate/Time SetDate Ty

Basic functions 213 Shooting options (left)Icon DescriptionActively moving subjectShooting modeAperture value and shutter speedLong time shutterEV (E

Basic functions 22Selecting options or menusTo select an option or a menu, press [m] or [f].Going back to the previous menuPress [m] again to go back

Basic functions 23Selecting options or menus5 Press [D/c] to select White Balance, and then press [t] or [o].Photo SizeQualityEVISOWhite BalanceSmart

Basic functions 24Selecting options or menusUsing [Fn]You can access shooting options by pressing [f], but some options are not available. For exampl

Basic functions 25Setting the display and soundLearn how to change the basic display information and sound settings.Setting the soundTurn the sound y

Basic functions 26Capturing photosLearn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode.4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.• A green frame m

Basic functions 27Capturing photosDigital zoomThe Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode

Basic functions 28Capturing photosIntelli zoomIf the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution

2Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipmentRemove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended

Basic functions 29Capturing photosReducing camera shake (OIS or DIS) Reduce camera shake optically or digitally in Shooting mode. Reduce camera shak

Basic functions 30 Holding your camera correctlyEnsure nothing is blocking the lens, flash, or microphone. Half-pressing the shutter butto

Basic functions 31 Preventing your subject from being out of focusIt may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: -there is little contra

Using the Smart Auto mode ………………………… 33Using the Program mode …………………………… 35Using the Live Panorama mode …………………… 36Using the Picture-in-Pictu

Extended functions 33Using the Smart Auto modeIn Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type

Extended functions 34Using the Smart Auto mode• If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the S mo

Extended functions 35Using the Program modeIn Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera s

Extended functions 36Using the Live Panorama modeIn Live Panorama mode, you can capture a wide panoramic scene in a single photo. Capture and combine

Extended functions 37Using the Live Panorama mode• For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the following: - moving the camera too qui

Extended functions 38Using the Picture-in-Picture modeIn the PIP Shot mode, you can capture or select a full-sized background photo, and then insert

3Health and safety informationExercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards.If you force the connecto

Extended functions 39Using the Scene modeIn Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific scene.Option DescriptionLa

Extended functions 40Using the Scene mode6 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.7 Press [Shutter] to capture the p

Extended functions 41Using the Scene modeUsing the Beauty Shot modeIn Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperf

Extended functions 42Using the Scene modeUsing the Intelligent Portrait modeIn Intelligent Portrait mode, you can extract and save close-up portraits

Extended functions 43Using the Scene modeUsing the Funny Face modeIn Funny Face mode, you can distort your subject’s face with funny effects.1 In Sho

Extended functions 44Using the Scene mode6 Select an option.• If you select AUTO, the aperture value or shutter speed will be adjusted automatically.

Extended functions 45Using the Movie modeIn Movie mode, you can record HD videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as M

Extended functions 46Using the Movie mode9 Set desired options.• For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options". (p. 48)10 Press [Shutt

Extended functions 47Using the Movie modeUsing the Smart Scene Detection modeIn Smart Scene Detection mode, your camera automatically chooses the app

Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 49Selecting a resolution …………………… 49Selecting an image quality ………………… 50Using the timer ……………………………… 51S

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Shooting options 49Selecting a resolution and qualityLearn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.Icon Description1984 X 1488: Print

Shooting options 50Selecting a resolution and qualitySelecting an image qualitySet the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality setting

Shooting options 51Using the timerLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting. Spdsv3 Press [Shutter] to start the timer.• The AF-assist light/time

Shooting options 52Shooting in the darkLearn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions.Using the flashUse the flash when you capture ph

Shooting options 53Shooting in the darkIcon DescriptionRed-eye: • The flash will fire twice when the subject or background is dark to reduce the red-ey

Shooting options 54Shooting in the darkAdjusting the ISO sensitivityThe ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by t

Shooting options 55Changing the camera’s focusLearn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions.Using auto focus

Shooting options 56Changing the camera’s focus3 Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [o].• A focus frame appears on the subject an

Shooting options 57Changing the camera’s focusAdjusting the focus areaYou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to

Shooting options 58Using Face DetectionIf you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a huma

5Indicators used in this manualShooting mode IndicatorSmart AutoSProgrampLive PanoramaNPicture in PicturedScenesMovievShooting mode iconsThese icon

Shooting options 59Using Face DetectionCapturing a self portrait shotCapture photos of yourself. The camera sets the focus distance to close-up, and

Shooting options 60Using Face DetectionUsing Smart Face RecognitionThe camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. The Smart

Shooting options 61Using Face DetectionRegistering faces as your favorites (My Star)You can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and

Shooting options 62Using Face DetectionViewing your favorite faces1 In Shooting mode, press [m].2 Select a  Smart FR Edit  Face List.• To change th

Shooting options 63Adjusting brightness and colorLearn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality.3 Select a value to adjust the

Shooting options 64Adjusting brightness and color3 Select an option.Icon DescriptionOff: ACB is off.On: ACB is on.• The ACB feature is always on in S

Shooting options 65Adjusting brightness and colorIcon Description Spot:• Your camera measures only the light intensity at the very center of the fram

Shooting options 66Adjusting brightness and colorSelecting a White Balance settingThe color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the ligh

Shooting options 67Adjusting brightness and colorDefining your own White BalanceYou can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white su

Shooting options 68Using burst modesIt can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures o

6Pressing the shutter• Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down• Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way downHalf-press [Shutt

Shooting options 69Applying effects/Adjusting imagesAvailable filters while capturing a photoIcon DescriptionNormal: No effectMiniature: Apply a tilt-

Shooting options 70Applying effects/Adjusting imagesAvailable filters while recording a videoIcon DescriptionNormal: No effectPalette Effect 1: Create

Shooting options 71Applying effects/Adjusting imagesAdjusting imagesAdjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos.1 In Shooting mode,

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode …………………………… 73Starting Playback mode ………………… 73Viewing photos …………………………… 79Playing a video …………………

Playback/Editing 73Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeLearn how to play back photos or videos and how to manage files.Photo file informationMemor

Playback/Editing 74Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeRanking your favorite facesYou can rank your favorite faces. The favorite face feature is

Playback/Editing 75Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeViewing files by category in Smart AlbumView files by category, such as date, face, or file

Playback/Editing 76Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeViewing files as thumbnailsScan thumbnails of files.In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the

Playback/Editing 77Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeProtecting filesProtect your files from accidental deletion.1 In Playback mode, press [m].2

Playback/Editing 78Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeDeleting all filesYou can select all files, and then delete them at once.1 In Playback mode

7Basic troubleshootingLearn to solve common problems by setting shooting options.The subject’s eyes appear red.Red eye occurs when the subject&apos

Playback/Editing 79Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeTo DescriptionMove the enlarged areaPress [D/c/F/t].Trim the enlarged photoPress [o], and

Playback/Editing 80Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlaying a slide showApply effects and audio to a slide show of your photos. The slide sho

Playback/Editing 81Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode* DefaultOption DescriptionMusicSet background audio.Effect• Set a scene change effect be

Playback/Editing 82Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeCapturing an image from video1 While viewing a video, press [o] at the point where you wa

Playback/Editing 83Editing a photoLearn how to edit photos.• The camera will save edited photos as new files.• When you edit photos, the camera will a

Playback/Editing 84Editing a photoCreating a close-up portraitExtract the face of an individual subject from an existing photo.1 In Playback mode, se

Playback/Editing 85Editing a photoAdjusting your photosLearn how to correct red-eye, adjust the skin tone, and adjust the brightness, contrast, or sa

Playback/Editing 86Editing a photoRemoving red-eye1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m].2 Select e  Image Adjust  Red-eye Fix.3 P

Playback/Editing 87Editing a photoAdding noise to the photo1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m].2 Select e  Image Adjust  Add No

Playback/Editing 88Editing a photoPrinting photos as thumbnailsPrint photos as thumbnails to check all the photos at once.1 In Playback mode, press [

8Quick referenceCapturing photos of people• d mode f 38• s mode > Beauty Shot f 41• s mode > Intelligent Portrait f 42• Red-eye/Red-eye Fi

Playback/Editing 89Viewing files on a TVPlay back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable.6 Turn on your TV, and then se

Playback/Editing 90Transferring files to your Windows computerTransfer files to your Windows computer, edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them t

Playback/Editing 91Transferring files to your Windows computer5 Turn on the camera.• When the Intelli-studio installation pop-up appears on the comput

Playback/Editing 92Transferring files to your Windows computerUsing Intelli-studioIntelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files. For details, s

Playback/Editing 93Transferring files to your Windows computerTransferring files by connecting the camera as a removable diskConnect the camera to your

Playback/Editing 94Transferring files to your Windows computerDisconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)With Windows Vista and Windows 7, the methods f

Playback/Editing 95Transferring files to your Mac computerWhen you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will automatically recogni

Playback/Editing 96Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printerPrint photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directl

Settings menu ………………………………………… 98Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 98Sound ……………………………………………… 99Display ……………………………………………… 99Settings

Settings 98Settings menuLearn to configure your camera's settings.3 Select an item.Exit BackVolumeStart SoundShutter SoundBeep SoundAF SoundMediu