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Megapixel | 12.4 MP |
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Camera type | Compact camera |
Sensor type | CCD |
Image stabilizer | Yes |
Image sensor size | 1/2.33 \ |
Supported aspect ratios | 16:9 |
Maximum image resolution | 4000 x 3000 pixels |
Still image resolution(s) | 1024 x 768, 2048 x 1536, 2592 x 1944, 3264 x 2448, 3968 x 2232, 3984 x 2656 |
Digital zoom | 5 x |
Focal length range | 5.1 - 25.5 mm |
Digital SLR | No |
Minimum RAM | 256 MB |
Minimum processor | Pentium III, PowerG3 |
Power supply type | DC |
Aperture range (F-F) | 3.4 - 5.9 |
Camera shutter speed | 1/8 - 1/2000 s |
Effective sensor resolution | 12.2 pixels |
Minimum storage drive space | 250 MB |
Minimum system requirements | USB CD-ROM |
Compatible operating systems | Windows 2000/XP Mac 10.3 |
Focal length (35mm film equivalent) | 28 - 140 mm |
Focus | TTL |
Focus adjustment | Auto |
Normal focusing range | 0.8 m |
Macro focusing range (tele) | 0.5 - 0.8 m |
Macro focusing range (wide) | 0.05 - 0.8 m |
Normal focusing range (wide) | 0.8 - ∞ m |
Light metering | centre-weighted, spot |
Flash modes | auto, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
Flash range (tele) | 0.5 - 2 m |
Flash range (wide) | 0.4 - 3.4 m |
Flash recharging time | 4 s |
Motion JPEG frame rate | 30 fps |
Video formats supported | AVI |
Maximum video resolution | 640 x 480 pixels |
Display diagonal | 2.7 \ |
Display resolution (numeric) | 230000 pixels |
USB version | 2.0 |
Product color | Silver |
Scene modes | Backlight, beach, Close-up (macro), Fireworks, Night portrait, Portrait, Sunset, Landscape (scenery) |
Image editing | resizing, rotating |
Photo effects | Skin tones, Vivid |
White balance | auto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent |
Camera playback | movie, single image, slide show, thumbnails |
Battery type | BP-70A |
Battery capacity | 740 mAh |
Power requirements | 4.2 V |
Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 85 % |
Compatible memory cards | sd, sdhc |
Depth | 20.2 mm |
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Width | 96.8 mm |
Height | 57.5 mm |
Weight | 110 g |
Guides users on installing software for PC connectivity and image editing.
Outlines the fundamental steps: taking pictures, connecting USB, checking power, and verifying removable disk.
Emphasizes reading the manual, handling after-sales service, checking operation, and safe storage.
Warns against unauthorized modification, potential fire, shock, or severe damage.
Advises against use near flammable/explosive gases due to explosion risk.
Instructs to switch off and disconnect power if liquid/foreign object enters.
Warns against inserting metallic objects, posing fire/shock risk.
Prohibits operation with wet hands due to electric shock risk.
Caution about flash proximity to eyes causing eyesight damage.
Safety advice to keep product away from children/animals to prevent accidents.
Advises allowing camera to cool if it becomes hot during prolonged use.
Warns against extreme temperatures causing fire or damaging components.
Advises against covering camera/charger during use to prevent overheating.
Warnings about battery hazards like fire, injury, and proper usage.
Cautions against touching flash/lens to prevent burns or image issues.
Notes on low temperature performance and demagnetization risk.
Warnings about USB connection, 20-pin connectors, and PC malfunction.
Lists all items included in the camera package.
Lists optional accessories available for purchase.
Identifies external features on the front and top of the camera.
Identifies external features on the back of the camera.
Identifies external features on the bottom of the camera.
Details battery specifications, life, and image capacity based on usage.
Provides crucial advice regarding battery handling, usage, and charging.
Provides visual instructions for inserting the memory card correctly.
Details memory card formatting, handling precautions, and storage conditions.
Explains how to protect memory card data and avoid corruption.
Explains the purpose of the LCD monitor's display of shooting functions and selections.
Shows the display layout for image and full status information.
Details steps for turning on the camera, accessing menus, and navigating options.
Explains how to select submenus and save settings using the OK button.
Explains how to select shooting modes using the MODE button.
Details on using Smart Auto mode for automatic scene detection and optimal settings.
Lists conditions where the autofocus system may not perform as expected.
Describes the POWER button's role in turning the camera on/off and its auto power-off feature.
Explains how to select appropriate photo and movie sizes for application.
Details on selecting image quality compression and frame rate for movies.
How to adjust exposure compensation to brighten or darken pictures.
Explains ISO sensitivity settings and their impact on low-light photography.
How to adjust white balance for natural color reproduction under various lighting.
Steps to set a custom white balance by using a white paper reference.
How the camera detects and focuses on human faces for optimized portraits.
Describes the Normal Face Detection mode for quick and easy face pictures.
Guide to taking self-portraits using face detection and guiding sounds.
How the camera automatically takes pictures when a smile is detected.
Explains how the camera captures images based on eye closure or openness.
How to adjust skin tone in beauty shot mode for brighter results.
How to enhance skin appearance before shooting in beauty shot mode.
Options for selecting preferred focus area (Center, Multi, Tracking AF).
How to change metering methods (Multi, Spot, Center-weighted) for better exposure.
Function to adjust contrast automatically for improved brightness in high-contrast scenes.
Options for selecting single, continuous, motion capture, or AEB shooting modes.
How to add various visual effects (Soft, Vivid, Retro, etc.) to images.
How to adjust Red, Green, and Blue values for image customization.
Options for adjusting image contrast, sharpness, and saturation.
How to change the saturation of an image.
Feature to minimize camera shake while taking pictures.
How to add voice-overs to stored still images (max 10 seconds).
Recording voice for extended periods (max 10 hours).
How to pause and resume voice recording without creating multiple files.
Instructions for recording movie clips silently by disabling audio.
Options for setting voice recording mode (On, Off, Zoom Mute) in Movie mode.
Explains the information displayed on the LCD for current Smart mode settings.
How to initiate Smart mode using the camera's Smart button.
Guide on selecting modes like Program, Smart Auto, Movie Clip via Smart button.
Guide on using Smart Auto mode for automatic scene detection and optimal settings.
Instructions for recording movie clips simply using Smart Movie Clip mode.
Lists conditions for scene recognition in Smart Movie Clip mode.
How to adjust volume for start-up, shutter, beep, and AF sounds.
How to select sounds activated when the camera turns on.
How to select shutter sound settings.
How to enable button press beeps for operation status.
How to select the display language for the LCD monitor.
How to enable or disable function descriptions on the display.
How to select the initial image displayed when the camera turns on.
How to enable viewing captured images briefly after shooting.
How to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
How to enable automatic LCD turn-off for power saving.
Process for formatting memory cards, deleting all data.
How to restore camera settings to default values.
How to set date, time, and date type for images.
How to set the time zone for accurate local time display.
How to set file naming formats (Reset or Series).
How to embed date and time information onto still images.
How to set automatic camera power-off for battery saving.
How to turn the auto focus lamp on or off.
How to select video output signal type (NTSC or PAL).
How to view still images stored on the memory.
How to play back recorded movie clips.
How to capture still images from movie clips.
How to play back recorded voice files.
How to play back voice memos attached to still images.
Explains the icons and information displayed on the LCD monitor during playback.
How to use the Play mode button to switch modes or turn the camera on/off.
How to view multiple pictures, enlarge, crop, and save images.
How to search for and delete files using the Smart Album feature.
How to filter and categorize files within the Smart Album.
How to digitally enlarge images and view different parts.
How to trim and save a portion of an image.
Explains the functions of the Play/Pause/OK button in Play mode.
Details the functions of navigation and menu buttons.
How to delete single images or multiple images from memory.
Overview of image editing functions like Resize, Rotate, Photo Style Selector.
Options for configuring multi-slide shows including interval, music, and effects.
Options related to file management like Delete, Protect, Voice memo, DPOF.
Details on changing image resolution and saving as start-up image.
Table showing image resize options and their selectability.
How to rotate images in different directions and degrees.
How to add various effects (Soft, Vivid, Retro, etc.) to images.
How to adjust Red, Green, and Blue values for image customization.
Steps to adjust image properties like contrast, sharpness.
How to remove red-eye and enhance skin appearance in images.
How to adjust brightness, contrast, and saturation of an image.
How to add noise to an image for a classic feel.
Instructions to start the multi slide show and select images.
How to set the display interval for images and select background music.
How to apply various screen effects to the slide show.
How to delete images from memory and protect them from accidental erasure.
Explains different image protection levels and their effects.
How to add voice recordings to still images.
How to embed printing information for photo labs or printers.
How to print images in index format.
How to specify print size for images compatible with DPOF 1.1 printers.
How to copy image files, movie clips, and voice recordings to the memory card.
Steps for connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.
How to configure the camera and printer for connection.
Simple steps for printing pictures when the camera is connected to a printer.
How to set the number of copies for printing images.
How to configure print settings like paper size, quality, and date.
How to reset user-modified configurations to default.
General safety precautions for using the camera.
Warnings about operating the unit in specific environments.
Guidelines for safely handling and protecting the camera.
Precautions for using the camera in wet conditions and handling temperature effects.
Advisories regarding lens care, cleaning, and potential damage.
Instructions for cleaning the camera lens and body.
Prohibition against disassembling or modifying the camera.
Information on static electricity affecting flash and data transfer.
Advice on checking camera condition and battery before trips.
Troubleshooting steps for memory card errors.
How to unlock a write-protected memory card.
Solutions for when memory is full.
Troubleshooting steps for file errors.
What to do when the battery is low.
Troubleshooting steps if the camera does not power on.
What to do if the camera unexpectedly turns off.
How to handle camera operation issues in low temperatures.
Troubleshooting steps when the shutter button doesn't take pictures.
Reasons for unclear images and how to fix them.
Technical details about the camera's image sensor and lens.
Specifications for the LCD monitor, focusing modes, and ranges.
Details on shutter speed, exposure settings, and flash capabilities.
Specifications for shooting modes, white balance, and voice recording.
Specifications for movie clip recording, storage media, and file formats.
Details on image effects, playback options, and interface connectors.
Information on power source, physical dimensions, and operating environment.
Instructions specifically for Windows users transferring files.
Steps for installing necessary software for file transfer.
Lists minimum hardware and software requirements for file transfer.
How to transfer files from the camera to a PC.
Connecting the camera via USB and noting battery charging.
Step-by-step guide for installing the camera software from CD.
Camera recognition by PC and navigating storage via My Computer.
How to select and drag or save files to the PC.
How to safely disconnect the camera from the PC.
How to use the Intelli-studio software for managing camera files.
Limitations on editing files directly on camera or copying files to camera.
List of file formats supported by Intelli-studio software.
Instructions and system requirements for Mac users transferring files.
Connecting camera to Mac via USB and the file transfer process.
Common USB connection issues and their solutions.
What to do if the PC does not recognize the camera.
Troubleshooting file transfer errors and Device Manager problems.
Troubleshooting camera recognition issues with security software and USB ports.
Troubleshooting movie clip playback issues related to codecs and DirectX.
Troubleshooting PC freezing issues that occur during camera connection.
Environmental guidelines for battery disposal and recycling.
Instructions for proper disposal and recycling of the product and accessories.
Explanation of Samsung's Eco-mark symbol representing environmental consciousness.