Camera and Video 177
Camera and Video
You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Your device
comes with a 5.0 megapixel camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp
pictures and videos.
Take Pictures and Shoot Videos
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery
Take Pictures and Shoot Videos
Whether traveling for business or fun, enjoy taking pictures and videos of your trip and
encounters with your device’s camera.
Important: Be sure the microSD card is present before you use your device’s camera.
Photos and videos captured with the camera are stored onto the microSD card.
For more information on how to install a microSD card on your device, see Insert
the microSD Card.
Launch the Camera
► To launch the camera in photo mode and take photos, touch > > Camera.
► To launch the camera directly in video mode so you can immediately start capturing
videos, touch > > Camcorder.
Viewfinder Screen and Other Controls
When you turn your device left or right, the onscreen camera controls automatically rotate
depending on how you hold your device.
You’ll find the following controls on the Viewfinder screen:
● Zoom bar ( ) For more information, see Zooming.