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Samsung ES70 User Manual

Samsung ES70
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User Manual
ES70/ES71
Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.
This manual will help you learn to capture
images, share or print your photos, and edit
photos with the accompanying software.
Please read this manual thoroughly.

Table of Contents

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Samsung ES70 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.3 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/2.33 \
Supported aspect ratios16:9
Maximum image resolution4000 x 3000 pixels
Still image resolution(s)1024 x 768, 1920 x 1080, 2048 x 1536, 2592 x 1944, 3264 x 2448, 3968 x 2232, 3984 x 2656
Digital zoom3 x
Optical zoom5 x
Focal length range4.9 - 24.5 mm
Digital SLRNo
Minimum RAM256 MB
Minimum processorPentium III, PowerG3
Power supply typeDC
Aperture range (F-F)3.5 - 5.9
Camera shutter speed1/8 - 1/2.000 s
Effective sensor resolution12.2 pixels
Minimum storage drive space250 MB
Minimum system requirementsUSB CD-ROM
Compatible operating systemsWindows 2000/XP/Vista Mac 10.3 +
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)27 - 135 mm
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Normal focusing range0.8 m
Macro focusing range (tele)0.5 - 0.8 m
Macro focusing range (wide)0.05 - 0.8 m
Normal focusing range (tele)1 - ∞ m
Normal focusing range (wide)0.8 - ∞ m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
Flash modesauto, Flash off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)0.5 - 2 m
Flash range (wide)0.2 - 3.75 m
Flash recharging time4 s
Compatible memory cardssd, sdhc
Maximum memory card size8 GB
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedAVI
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal2.7 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
USB version2.0
Product colorBlack
Scene modesBacklight, beach, Candlelight, Close-up (macro), Documents, Fireworks, Night, Night portrait, Portrait, self-portrait, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Image editingresizing, rotating, trimming
Photo effectsNegative film, Vivid
White balanceauto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent
Camera playbackmovie, single image, slide show, thumbnails
Battery typeBP-70A
Battery capacity740 mAh
Power requirements4.2
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)5 - 85 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth21.1 mm
Width96.3 mm
Height58 mm
Weight119 g

Summary

Instructions

Getting to Know your camera

Danger

Warning

Caution

System chart

Package Contents

Lists items included in the camera package.

Sold Separately

Lists optional accessories available for purchase.

Identification of features

Front & Top

Details the buttons and components on the front and top of the camera.

Back

Details the buttons and components on the back of the camera.

Bottom

Details the buttons and components on the bottom of the camera.

Self-timer lamp

Explains the function and status of the self-timer lamp.

Camera Status Lamp

Describes the meaning of different camera status lamp indications.

Mode icon

Shows icons for different shooting modes and their meanings.

Connecting to a Power Source

BP70A rechargeable battery Specification

Provides technical specifications for the rechargeable battery.

Number of images and battery life: Using the BP70A

Estimates battery life and number of shots based on usage.

Important information about battery usage.

Offers crucial advice and warnings regarding battery usage.

Connecting the AC adapter with the USB cable

Explains how to use AC adapter and USB cable for power.

Important information about USB cable usage.

Provides essential guidelines for using USB cables with the camera.

How to charge the rechargeable battery

Details the step-by-step process for charging the camera battery.

Charging LED of the AC charger

Explains the meaning of the charging indicator LED on the AC charger.

When using the battery, please keep the following guidelines.

Lists important safety guidelines for battery handling and usage.

Guidelines of disposal

Provides instructions for the proper disposal of used batteries.

Guideline of recharging the battery

Offers specific guidance on safely recharging the camera battery.

Insert the battery as shown

Illustrates the correct method for inserting the battery into the camera.

There are 4 indicators for battery condition

Explains the meaning of the battery status indicators on the LCD.

Inserting the memory card

Using the Anti-scratch Mask

Instructions on how to use the memory card

When using the camera for the first time

Setting up the date, time and date type

Guides user through setting date, time, and time zone for initial setup.

Setting up the language

Explains how to select the camera's display language.

Setting up the Time Zone

Details how to set the time zone for accurate time display.

LCD monitor Indicator

How to use the menu

Starting the recording mode

Selecting modes

Explains how to choose different shooting modes using the MODE button.

How to use the Smart Auto mode

Describes how the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shots.

How to use the Program mode

Details how to use the Program mode for manual control over settings.

How to use the DIS mode

Explains the Digital Image Stabilization feature to reduce camera shake.

Things to watch out for using the DIS mode

Lists important considerations and limitations when using DIS mode.

Using the Photo Help Guide mode

Guides users through taking better pictures with helpful tips.

Available functions of the photo help guide

Lists the types of photographic situations the help guide addresses.

How to use the Scene modes

Lists and explains various scene modes for different shooting situations.

How to use the [Frame Guide] mode

Explains how to use the Frame Guide for assisted photography.

How to use the Movie mode

Details how to record video clips with the camera.

Recording the movie clip without sound

Instructions for recording movies without audio.

Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)

Explains how to pause and resume movie recording.

Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

POWER button

Explains the function of the power button for turning the camera on/off.

SHUTTER button

Describes how to use the shutter button for capturing images and recording video.

ZOOM button

Explains how to use the optical and digital zoom functions.

Info (DISP) / Up button

Macro () / Down button

Focus lock

Flash () / Left button

Selecting the flash mode

Guides on how to select different flash modes for various lighting conditions.

Flash range

Provides information on the effective range of the camera's flash.

Flash mode indicator

Explains the meaning of different flash mode icons displayed on the LCD.

Available flash mode, by recording mode

Shows which flash modes are selectable for each recording mode.

Self-timer () / Right button

Selecting the self-timer

Explains how to set and use the self-timer function for delayed shots.

Self-timer mode indicator

Describes the icons representing different self-timer modes.

Motion Timer

Details the motion timer feature that triggers shots based on movement.

MENU button

OK button

Shooting ()

How to Enable Functions Using the MENU Button

Explains how to access and use shooting functions via the menu.

Photo Size / Movie Size

Guides selection of appropriate photo or movie resolution.

Quality / Frame rate

Details options for image compression ratio and movie frame rates.

Exposure compensation

Explains how to adjust exposure value for better image brightness.

ISO

Describes how to select ISO sensitivity for different lighting conditions.

White balance

Guides on adjusting white balance for accurate color reproduction.

Using the Custom White Balance

Explains how to set a custom white balance for specific lighting.

Face Detection

Details the face detection feature for automatic focus and exposure.

Self Portrait

Explains how to take self-portraits using the camera.

Smile Shot

Describes the smile shot feature that automatically captures smiles.

Blink Detection

Details the blink detection function to avoid closed eyes in photos.

Face Tone

Explains how to adjust skin tone in images for a better look.

Face Retouch

Guides on making skin appear clearer and more beautiful in beauty shot mode.

Auto Focus type

Explains how to select preferred focus areas based on shooting conditions.

Metering

Details different metering methods for obtaining suitable exposure conditions.

Photo Style Selector

Allows adding various visual effects to images without editing software.

Image Adjust

Explains how to adjust contrast, sharpness, and saturation of images.

ACB

Describes the Auto Contrast Balance feature for challenging lighting.

Drive mode

Explains options for continuous shot and AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing).

Voice Memo

Guides on adding voice-overs to stored still images.

Voice Recording

Explains how to record audio clips for extended periods.

Pausing while recording a voice

Details how to pause and resume voice recording sessions.

Recording the movie clip without voice

Instructions for recording video clips without capturing audio.

Sound ()

Volume

Explains how to adjust the volume for various camera sounds.

Start up sound

Describes how to select the sound played when the camera turns on.

Shutter sound

Details how to select the sound produced when taking a picture.

Beep sound

Explains how to enable beep sounds for button presses.

AF sound

Describes how to activate the autofocus sound indicator.

Display ()

Language

Guides on selecting the display language for the LCD monitor.

Function Description

Explains how to display or hide function descriptions on the monitor.

Start up image

Guides on selecting the image displayed when the camera powers on.

Quick View

Details how to briefly view captured images after taking them.

Display Brightness

Explains how to adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

Display Save

Describes the power-saving feature that turns off the LCD monitor.

Settings ()

Formatting a memory

Provides instructions for formatting memory cards to prepare them for use.

Initialization

Explains how to restore camera settings to their factory defaults.

Setting up the Date / Time / Date type

Guides on setting the camera's date, time, and date format.

Time Zone

Explains how to set the camera's time zone for accurate time display.

File name

Explains how to select file naming formats for stored images.

Imprinting the recording date

Details how to add date and time stamps to still images.

Auto power off

Explains the automatic power-off function to conserve battery life.

Auto Focus lamp

Describes how to turn the autofocus assist lamp on or off.

Selecting Video out type

Guides on choosing between NTSC and PAL video output signals.

Connecting the Camera to a Printer

Details how to connect the camera to a printer for setup.

Starting play mode

Manner mode

Explains the Manner mode which disables camera sounds.

Playing back a still image

Guides on how to view still images stored on the camera.

Playing back a movie clip

Details how to play back recorded movie clips.

Movie clip capture function

Explains how to capture still images from movie clips.

Playing back a recorded voice

Guides on playing back recorded voice files.

Playing back a voice memo

Details how to play back voice memos attached to still images.

LCD monitor Indicator

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

Thumbnail (x) / Enlargement (Q) button

Explains how to view, enlarge, and crop images using specific buttons.

Smart Album

Guides on viewing multiple pictures and organizing them into albums.

Smart Album Filter

Details how to categorize and search files within the Smart Album.

Edit ()

Resize

Explains how to change the resolution (size) of captured pictures.

Rotating an image

Guides on rotating stored images by various degrees.

Photo Style Selector

Allows adding visual effects to images without editing software.

Custom RGB

Explains how to change Red, Green, and Blue values of an image.

Red eye Removal

Details how to remove red-eye effects from captured images.

Image Adjust

Guides on adjusting contrast, sharpness, and saturation.

ACB

Explains Auto Contrast Balance for challenging lighting conditions.

Face Retouch

Guides on making skin appear clearer and more beautiful in images.

Brightness control

Explains how to adjust the brightness of an image.

Contrast control

Details how to change the contrast of an image.

Saturation control

Guides on changing the saturation level of an image.

Noise effect

Explains how to add noise to an image for a classic feel.

Starting the Multi Slide Show ()

Selecting Images

Guides on selecting images to be displayed in the slide show.

Configure Multi Slide show effects

Explains how to apply unique screen effects to the multi slide show.

Setting play interval

Details how to set the display interval for images in the slide show.

Setting Background Music

Guides on selecting background music for the multi slide show.

File Options ()

Deleting images

Explains how to delete unwanted images from the memory.

Protecting images

Guides on locking images to prevent accidental deletion.

Voice memo

Details how to add voice memos to stored still images.

DPOF

Explains Digital Print Order Format for embedding print information.

Standard

Describes the standard DPOF setting for print quantity.

Index

Guides on printing images in an index format.

Print size

Explains how to specify the print size for images.

Copy to Card

Guides on copying image, movie, and voice files to a memory card.

PictBridge

Setting up the camera for connection to the printer

Details steps for connecting the camera to a printer for direct printing.

Easy printing

Explains the simplified process of printing pictures directly from the camera.

PictBridge: Picture Selection

Guides on selecting images and the number of copies to print.

PictBridge: Print Setting

Details options for paper size, print quality, and file name printing.

PictBridge: Reset

Explains how to reset PictBridge configurations to default settings.

Important notes

Before contacting a service center

The camera doesn't switch on

Troubleshooting steps if the camera fails to power on.

The camera power ceases while in use

Troubleshooting steps if the camera turns off unexpectedly.

Camera does not take images when pressing the Shutter button

Solutions for when the camera doesn't capture pictures.

The camera suddenly stops working while in use

Troubleshooting steps for camera malfunctions during operation.

The images are unclear

Tips for improving image clarity and focus.

No image on external monitor

Troubleshooting for issues with external monitor display.

When using the PC's explorer, the [Removable Disk] file does not show

Steps to resolve issues with PC recognizing the camera's storage.

A part of the LCD screen does not occasionally turn on or a spot appears

Addresses minor LCD screen anomalies that do not affect performance.

A vertical line appears on the LCD screen when taking a picture of a bright object

Explains vertical lines on the LCD due to bright objects, not a malfunction.

Specifications

Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)

For Windows users

Guides Windows users on connecting and transferring files.

Installing programs

Details how to install necessary software from the CD.

Hardware and software requirements

Lists the system requirements for installing software.

Programs contained on the CD

Identifies the software applications included on the CD.

Transferring files to your PC

Explains the process of connecting the camera to a PC for file transfer.

Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)

Provides steps for safely disconnecting the camera from the PC.

Using Intelli-studio

Guides on using the Intelli-studio software for managing photos.

Transferring files to your computer (for Mac)

For Mac users

Guides Mac users on connecting and transferring files without software.

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