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Samsung SL50 User Manual

Samsung SL50
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User Manual
SL50
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 SL50 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel10.2 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/2.33 \
Maximum image resolution3648 x 2736 pixels
Digital zoom- x
Optical zoom5 x
Focal length range4.9 - 24.5 mm
InterfaceUSB, A/V-out
Digital SLRNo
Aperture range (F-F)3.5 - 5.9
Camera shutter speed1/8 - 1/2000 s
Compatible operating systems-
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)- mm
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Normal focusing range0.8 - ∞ m
Auto focusing (AF) modesCentre weighted Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Multi Point Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Macro focusing range (wide)0.05 - 0.8 m
Auto Mode focusing range (tele)1 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (wide)0.05 - ∞ m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto
Flash modesAuto, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash recharging time4 s
Internal memory32 MB
Compatible memory cardsMMC, SD, SDHC
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedAVI
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
Display diagonal2.5 \
Display resolution (numeric)- pixels
USB version2.0
Scene modesBacklight, Beach, Children, Close-up (macro), Dawn, Documents, Fireworks, Night, Night portrait, Portrait, Self-portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Camera playbackmovie, single image
Self-timer delay2 s
Product colorBlack
Battery typeBP-70A
Power requirements4.2V
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)5 - 85 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth21.8 mm
Width96.2 mm
Height57.9 mm
Weight135 g

Summary

Instructions

Getting to know your camera

Danger

Warning

Caution

System chart

Identification of features

Front & Top

Identifies buttons and features on the front and top of the camera.

Back

Identifies buttons, ports, and features on the back of the camera.

Bottom

Identifies buttons and ports on the bottom of the camera.

Self-timer lamp

Explanation of the self-timer lamp's status indicators and their meanings.

Camera Status Lamp

Explanation of the camera status lamp's indicators and their meanings.

Mode icon

Visual guide to camera mode icons and their corresponding settings.

Connecting to a Power Source

BP70A rechargeable battery Specification

Details specifications for the rechargeable BP70A battery.

Number of images and battery life

Estimated battery life for still and movie shooting.

Connecting the AC adapter with the USB cable

Instructions for using the AC adapter and USB cable for power.

Inserting the memory card

Instructions on how to use the memory card

When using the camera for the first time

Setting up the language

Guide to selecting the camera's display language.

Setting up the date, time and date type

Instructions for setting the camera's date, time, and date format.

Setting up the Time Zone

Guide to setting the camera's time zone for accurate time display.

LCD monitor indicator

How to use the menu

Starting the recording mode

Selecting modes

How to choose shooting modes using the MENU button.

How to use the Smart Auto mode

Guide to using Smart Auto mode for automatic scene detection and optimal settings.

How to use the Program mode

Instructions for using Program mode for optimal settings with manual function control.

How to use the DIS mode

Guide to using Digital Image Stabilization mode to reduce camera shake.

Using the Photo Help Guide mode

Learn correct picture-taking methods and solutions for common issues.

How to use the Scene modes

Guide to selecting scene modes for various shooting situations.

How to use the [Frame Guide] mode

Use Frame Guide mode to help others take pictures from specific angles.

How to use the Movie mode

Instructions for recording movie clips.

Recording the movie clip without sound

Steps to record movie clips without audio.

Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)

Temporarily stop and resume recording movie clips without creating new files.

Things to watch out for when taking pictures

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

POWER button

How to turn the camera on/off and information on auto power off.

SHUTTER button

How to use the shutter button for taking images and recording movies.

ZOOM button

Instructions for using the optical and digital zoom functions.

Info (DISP) / Up button

Macro () / Down button

Focus lock

Flash () / Left button

Self-timer () / Right button

MENU button

OK button

Shooting

How to enable functions using the MENU button

Steps to access shooting functions via the MENU button.

Photo Size / Movie Size

Select appropriate photo and movie resolutions for your needs.

Quality / Frame rate

Adjust image compression quality and movie frame rates.

Exposure compensation

Manually adjust exposure value to fine-tune brightness in different lighting.

ISO

Adjust camera sensitivity to light based on ISO settings.

White balance

Adjust white balance to ensure natural color reproduction under various lighting.

Using the Custom White Balance

Set a custom white balance for specific lighting environments.

Face Detection

Camera automatically detects faces for focus and exposure adjustment.

Self Portrait

Easily take self-portraits with automatic face detection.

Smile Shot

Camera automatically captures a picture when a smile is detected.

Blink Detection

Camera captures two shots if eyes are closed, helping avoid blinks.

Face Tone

Control skin tone in images for a brighter, more beautiful look.

Face Retouch

Improve skin appearance for clearer, more beautiful photos.

Auto Focus type

Select preferred focus area (Center AF, Multi AF) for shooting.

Metering

Adjust light metering method (Multi, Spot, Center-weighted) for optimal exposure.

Photo Style Selector

Add various visual effects and styles to images.

Image Adjust

Adjust image contrast, sharpness, and saturation.

ACB

Automatically adjusts contrast for scenes with high exposure differences.

Drive mode

Select shooting types like Single, Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB.

Voice Memo

Add a voice-over (up to 10 sec.) to a stored still image.

Voice Recording

Record voice clips (up to 10 hours) with the camera.

Pausing while recording a voice

Temporarily pause and resume voice recording without creating new files.

Recording the movie clip without voice

Record movie clips without capturing any audio.

Sound

Volume

Adjust volume levels for various camera sounds like startup and shutter.

Start up sound

Select the sound activated when the camera turns on.

Shutter sound

Select the sound made when the shutter button is pressed.

Beep sound

Enable beep sounds for button presses to indicate camera status.

AF sound

Enable sound alerts for autofocus activation.

Display

Language

Select the display language for the camera's LCD monitor.

Function Description

Choose whether to display function descriptions on the recording mode window.

Start up image

Select the image displayed when the camera is turned on.

Quick View

View captured images briefly after taking them.

Display Brightness

Adjust the brightness level of the LCD monitor.

Display Save

Automatically turn off the LCD monitor after a period of inactivity.

Settings

Formatting the memory

Delete all data on the memory card; essential for new or unrecognized cards.

Initialization

Restore camera settings to factory defaults.

Setting up the Date / Time / Date type

Change date, time, and date format displayed on images.

Time Zone

Set the camera's time zone for accurate time display.

File name

Select the file naming format for stored images.

Imprinting the recording date

Option to embed the date and time onto still images.

Auto power off

Configure the camera to turn off automatically to save battery.

Auto Focus lamp

Turn the autofocus lamp on or off for low-light conditions.

Selecting Video out type

Choose between NTSC or PAL video output for external monitors.

Starting play mode

Manner mode

Disable sounds and effects for silent camera operation.

Playing back a still image

How to view still images stored on the memory.

Playing back a movie clip

How to view movie clips stored on the memory.

Movie clip capture function

Capture still images directly from movie clips.

Playing back a recorded voice

How to playback recorded voice files.

Playing back a voice memo

How to playback voice memos attached to still images.

LCD monitor Indicator

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

Thumbnail (x) / Enlargement (Q) button

Navigate, enlarge, and manage images in Smart Album.

Smart Album

View, enlarge, and crop pictures efficiently.

Smart Album Filter

Categorize and search files within Smart Album.

Info (DISP) / Up button

Play & Pause / OK button

Left / Right / Down / MENU button

Delete () button

Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor

Edit

Resize

Change the resolution (size) of pictures, including setting start-up images.

Rotating an image

Rotate stored images by 90 degrees clockwise, counter-clockwise, or 180 degrees.

Photo Style Selector

Add various visual effects and styles to images.

Custom RGB

Adjust Red, Green, and Blue values to customize image colors.

Image Adjust

Fine-tune image properties like ACB, Face Retouch, Red eye Removal.

ACB

Automatically adjusts contrast for scenes with high exposure differences.

Face Retouch

Improve skin appearance for clearer, more beautiful photos.

Brightness control

Adjust the overall brightness of an image.

Contrast control

Adjust the contrast level of an image.

Saturation control

Adjust the color saturation level of an image.

Noise effect

Add a classic feel to photos by introducing a controlled noise effect.

Starting the Multi Slide Show

Configure Multi Slide show effects

Apply unique screen effects to enhance the multi slide show.

Setting play interval

Set the time interval between displayed images in the slide show.

Setting Background Music

Add background music to the multi slide show.

File Options

Deleting images

Remove selected or all unprotected images from memory.

Protecting images

Prevent accidental erasure of specific photos by locking them.

Voice memo

Add voice notes to still images.

DPOF

Embed printing information for DPOF-compatible printers.

Index

Print images in an index format.

Print size

Specify the print size for DPOF-compatible printers.

Copy to Card

Copy image, movie, and voice files to the memory card.

PictBridge

Setting up the camera for connection to the printer

Connect the camera to a printer for direct printing.

Easy printing

Print images directly from the camera using default settings.

PictBridge: Picture Selection

Select specific images and the number of copies for printing.

PictBridge: Print Setting

Configure paper size, quality, date, and file name for printing.

PictBridge: Reset

Initialize user-changed PictBridge configurations to default.

Important notes

Warning indicator

Before contacting a service center

Specifications

Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)

Hardware and software requirements

System requirements for installing camera software on Windows.

Programs contained on the CD

List of software included on the CD-ROM and their purposes.

Transferring files to your computer (for Mac)

FAQ

FCC notice

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