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Samsung Smart Camera ST150F User Manual

Samsung Smart Camera ST150F
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This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for
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ST150F/ST151F/ST152F/ST72/ST73
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Basic troubleshooting Quick reference Contents
Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options
Playback/Editing
Wireless network
(ST150F/ST151F/ST152F only)
Settings
Appendixes Index

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Samsung Smart Camera ST150F Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypeCCD
Effective Pixels16.1 MP
Optical Zoom5x
Digital Zoom5x
ApertureF2.5 - F6.3
Display Size3.0 inches
Display TypeLCD
Touch ScreenNo
Shutter Speed1/8 - 1/2000 sec
ISO SensitivityAuto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Video Resolution1280 x 720 (HD)
ConnectivityWi-Fi
StoragemicroSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Dimensions18.4 mm
Weight114 g (without battery)
Battery TypeSLB-70A

Summary

Health and safety information

Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Precautions to avoid injury and damage, including not disassembling, using near flammable gases, or handling with wet hands.

Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight

Avoid using flash too close to subjects' eyes to prevent temporary or permanent damage.

Keep your camera away from small children and pets

Keep camera and accessories out of reach of children/pets to prevent choking or injury from small parts.

Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures

Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or high temperatures to prevent internal component damage.

Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes

Prevent overheating by not covering the camera or charger, which can cause distortion or fire.

Do not handle the power supply cord or go near the charger during a thunderstorm

Avoid electric shock by not handling the power cord or charger during thunderstorms.

If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera

Immediately disconnect power sources and contact a service center if liquid or objects enter the camera.

Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera in a certain area

Follow regulations regarding camera use in specific areas, like avoiding interference with electronic or medical devices.

Avoid interference with pacemakers

Maintain distance from pacemakers and medical devices to prevent interference.

Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment

Precautions against camera damage, including battery handling, AC charger use, and impact avoidance.

Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time

Remove batteries during long storage to prevent leaks or corrosion damage.

Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries

Use only approved batteries to prevent fire or personal injury.

Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables and accessories

Use only authorized accessories to prevent explosion, damage, or injury.

Use the battery only for its intended purpose

Misusing the battery can cause fire or electric shock.

Do not touch the flash while it fires

Avoid touching the flash during firing as it gets very hot and can cause burns.

When you use the AC charger, turn off the camera before you disconnect the power

Turn off the camera before disconnecting the AC charger to prevent fire or shock.

Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use

Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use to prevent fire or shock.

Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet

Avoid using damaged power cords or loose outlets to prevent fire or electric shock.

Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/- terminals on the battery

Prevent AC charger contact with battery terminals to avoid fire or electric shock.

Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts

Avoid dropping or impacting the camera to prevent damage to components.

Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards

Connect components carefully to avoid damaging ports or connectors.

Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case

Protect magnetic strip cards from camera proximity to prevent data damage or erasure.

Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card

Avoid using damaged accessories to prevent shock, malfunction, or fire.

Do not place the camera in or near magnetic fields

Avoid placing the camera near magnetic fields to prevent malfunction.

Do not use the camera if the screen is damaged

Do not use the camera if the screen is damaged; seek service.

Check that the camera is operating properly before use

Verify camera operation before use to prevent file loss or damage.

You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera

Ensure correct USB cable connection to prevent file damage.

Avoid interference with other electronic devices

Manage RF signal interference with devices like pacemakers by consulting manufacturers.

Use your camera in the normal position

Avoid contact with the camera’s internal antenna during normal use.

Data transference and your responsibilities

Be cautious with sensitive data via WLAN and understand liability for data transfers.

Basic functions

Unpacking

Lists the items included in the product box and optional accessories available for purchase.

Camera layout

Identifies and explains the function of each physical part of the camera.

Inserting the battery and memory card

Provides step-by-step instructions for correctly inserting the battery and memory card.

Charging the battery and turning on your camera

Guides on how to charge the battery and power on the camera for the first time.

Performing the initial setup

Walks through the initial setup process, including language, time zone, and date/time settings.

Learning icons

Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the camera's screen during operation.

Using the Home screen

Details on how to navigate and select shooting modes or settings via the Home screen interface.

Setting Wallpaper

Instructions on how to set a custom image as the wallpaper for the Home screen.

Selecting options or menus

Explains the procedure for selecting options and navigating through camera menus.

Setting the display and sound

Customizes camera display settings and adjusts sound options like beep volume.

Capturing photos

Basic guide on how to capture photos, including aligning subjects and half-pressing the shutter.

Zooming

Instructions on using the zoom feature to capture subjects at different distances.

Reducing camera shake (DIS)

Explains the use of Digital Image Stabilization to minimize blur from camera movement.

Tips for getting a clearer photo

Provides practical advice and techniques for improving the clarity of captured photos.

Extended functions

Using Basic modes

Introduces core shooting modes like Smart Auto, Program, Movie, and Scene modes.

Using the Smart Auto mode

Details how the camera automatically selects optimal settings based on scene detection.

Using the Program mode

Allows manual control over most settings except shutter speed and aperture.

Using the Smart Movie mode

Records videos with automatic scene detection, ideal for simple movie capture.

Using the Movie mode

Enables recording of HD videos with customizable settings for length and quality.

Using the Scene mode

Captures photos with preset options optimized for specific shooting situations.

Using the Live Panorama mode

Creates panoramic images by capturing and combining multiple shots sequentially.

Using the Beauty Shot mode

Enhances portraits by smoothing skin and adjusting facial tones.

Using the Night Shot mode

Captures clear images in low light using a slow shutter speed and adjusted aperture.

Using the Close-up Shot mode

Captures detailed close-up photos of small subjects like flowers or insects.

Using the Magic Frame mode

Applies various decorative frames to photos for creative effects.

Using the Photo Filter mode

Applies diverse filter effects to photos for unique artistic styles.

Using the Movie Filter mode

Applies filter effects to videos to create distinctive visual styles.

Using the Split Shot mode

Captures multiple photos and arranges them into a single image with preset layouts.

Using the Motion Photo mode

Captures a sequence of photos to create an animated GIF.

Shooting options

Selecting a resolution and quality

Adjusts image resolution and quality settings for photos and videos.

Using the timer

Sets a self-timer delay for capturing photos, with options for 10s, 2s, or double shots.

Shooting in the dark

Techniques for capturing clear photos at night or in low light conditions.

Preventing red-eye

Methods to avoid red-eye effects in photos by using specific flash settings.

Using the flash

Instructions for utilizing the flash in various lighting conditions and modes.

Adjusting the ISO sensitivity

Sets camera sensitivity to light to improve photos and reduce blur in low light.

Changing the camera’s focus

Adjusts camera focus settings like Macro and Normal AF for sharper images.

Adjusting the focus area

Selects the focus area (Center, Multi, Tracking) to ensure subjects are sharp.

Using Face Detection

Enables automatic detection and focusing on human faces in a scene.

Detecting faces

How the camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in a scene.

Capturing a smile shot

Automatically captures a photo when a smiling face is detected.

Detecting eye blinking

Captures two photos in succession when closed eyes are detected.

Tips for detecting faces

Provides advice to enhance the effectiveness and accuracy of face detection.

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)

Manually adjusts exposure value to correct photos that are too bright or too dark.

Compensating for backlighting (ACB)

Improves contrast for subjects against bright backgrounds by adjusting contrast balance.

Changing the metering option

Selects how the camera measures light for exposure (Multi, Spot, Center-weighted).

Selecting a White Balance setting

Adjusts color balance to match lighting conditions for realistic color reproduction.

Using burst modes

Captures sequences of photos using Single, Continuous, Motion Capture, or AEB modes.

Adjusting images

Fine-tunes sharpness, contrast, and saturation of photos for optimal appearance.

Reducing the sound of the zoom

Minimizes zoom noise during video recording by using the Sound Alive function.

Playback/Editing

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode

Learn to view, manage, and organize photos and videos stored on the camera.

Starting Playback mode

Instructions on how to turn on the camera and access stored media files.

Viewing files as thumbnails

Displays multiple photo thumbnails on screen for quick browsing and selection.

Viewing files by category

Organizes and views files by date or file type for easier management.

Editing a photo

Provides tools for basic photo editing, including resizing, rotating, and applying filters.

Resizing photos

Changes the size of a photo and saves the edited version as a new file.

Rotating a photo

Rotates a photo by 90-degree increments to adjust its orientation.

Applying Smart Filter effects

Applies special visual effects and filters to photos for creative enhancement.

Adjusting your photos

Modifies brightness, contrast, saturation, and red-eye effects for better image quality.

Viewing files on a TV

Connects the camera to a TV via A/V cable to view photos and videos on a larger screen.

Transferring files to the computer

Guides on copying photos and videos from the camera to a computer.

Transferring files to your Windows OS computer

Steps for transferring files from the camera to a Windows computer.

Transferring files to your Mac OS computer

Steps for transferring files from the camera to a Mac OS computer.

Using programs on a computer

Information on installing and using i-Launcher for file playback and software updates.

Wireless network (ST150F/ST151F/ST152F only)

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings

Guides on connecting to wireless networks and configuring network settings.

Connecting to a WLAN

Step-by-step instructions to connect the camera to a WLAN access point.

Network connection tips

Provides advice and guidance for establishing successful Wi-Fi connections.

Entering text

Guide on using the on-screen keyboard for text input, including changing cases.

Saving files to a smart phone automatically

Automatically saves captured photos to a smartphone wirelessly using the AutoShare feature.

Sending photos or videos to a smart phone

Transferring photos and videos to a smartphone using the MobileLink feature.

Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release

Remotely control camera functions and capture photos using a smartphone.

Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos

Automatically sends captured photos or videos from the camera to a PC wirelessly.

Sending photos or videos via email

Configures email settings and sends photos or videos from the camera via email.

Using photo or video sharing websites

Uploads photos and videos to various online file-sharing platforms.

Using AllShare Play to send files

Uploads files to online storage or views them on devices supporting AllShare Play.

Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct

Sends photos directly to devices that support the Wi-Fi Direct function.

Settings

Settings menu

Guides on how to access and navigate the camera's main settings menu.

Sound

Configures camera sounds, beep settings, shutter sound, and volume levels.

Display

Customizes display settings, including start images, wallpapers, and guide lines.

Connectivity

Sets connection options such as video output format and auto i-Launcher launch.

General

Adjusts general camera settings like language, time zone, date/time, and file naming.

Appendixes

Error messages

Lists common error messages displayed by the camera and provides suggested remedies.

Camera maintenance

Provides instructions on cleaning the camera lens, display, and body for optimal performance.

Using or storing the camera

Guidelines for proper camera usage and storage in various environments to prevent damage.

About memory cards

Information on supported memory card types, capacity, and usage precautions.

About the battery

Details on battery specifications, life, charging, and safety precautions.

Before contacting a service center

Troubleshooting steps for common camera issues before seeking professional service.

Camera specifications

Technical details and specifications of the camera, including sensor, lens, and dimensions.

Glossary

Definitions of technical terms and concepts used throughout the user manual.

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