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Samsung ST550 - User Manual

Samsung ST550
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User Manual
ST550
Common questions
Quick reference
Contents
Basic functions
Extended functions
Shooting options
Playback/Editing
Appendixes
Index

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Questions and Answers

  • N
    Nicholas NicholsAug 14, 2025
    How to fix a Samsung Digital Camera that cannot turn on?
    • S
      Stephanie GonzalezAug 14, 2025
      If your Samsung Digital Camera won't turn on, ensure the battery is inserted correctly and is adequately charged. Try charging the battery or reinserting it to solve the issue.
  • M
    Miranda ElliottAug 17, 2025
    What to do if Samsung ST550 power turns off suddenly?
    • K
      kleeAug 17, 2025
      If your Samsung Digital Camera turns off suddenly, try charging the battery. Also, your camera may be in Power save mode. The camera may also turn off to prevent the memory card from being damaged due to an impact. Turn on your camera again.
  • L
    Laura GibsonAug 21, 2025
    How to fix the flash on a Samsung ST550?
    • C
      coxdanaAug 21, 2025
      If the flash on your Samsung Digital Camera isn't working, first check the flash option to ensure it's not set to Off. Also, note that the flash cannot be used in the d, v, or some s modes.
  • L
    Lisa GilesAug 25, 2025
    Why is my Samsung ST550 Digital Camera losing battery power quickly?
    • C
      Casey CoxAug 25, 2025
      If your Samsung Digital Camera battery drains quickly, especially in low temperatures (below 0° C), keep the battery warm. Remember that using the flash or recording videos also depletes the battery faster, so recharge as needed. If the battery life continues to diminish quickly, it may be time to replace the battery.
  • Z
    Zachary DavisAug 28, 2025
    What to do if my Samsung ST550 Digital Camera freezes?
    • H
      Harold ReevesAug 28, 2025
      If your Samsung Digital Camera freezes, remove the battery and insert it again to reset the device.
  • M
    melissabaileyAug 31, 2025
    How to troubleshoot a Samsung Digital Camera with a non-responsive touch screen or buttons?
    • S
      Shane DeanAug 31, 2025
      If the touch screen or buttons on your Samsung Digital Camera aren't working, remove the battery and insert it again.
  • N
    Nicholas WrightSep 3, 2025
    What to do if my Samsung ST550 Digital Camera cannot take photos?
    • J
      Jeremy FlowersSep 3, 2025
      If your Samsung Digital Camera won't take photos, first ensure the camera is switched on and the battery is correctly inserted and charged. If these steps don't work, the memory card may be full or defective. Try deleting unnecessary files, inserting a new memory card, or formatting the memory card.
  • N
    Noah LivingstonSep 6, 2025
    How to set the date and time on a Samsung Digital Camera?
    • R
      Robert CortezSep 6, 2025
      To correct the date and time on your Samsung Digital Camera, set the date and time in the display settings menu.
  • C
    Christopher ZamoraSep 10, 2025
    Why does the flash fire unexpectedly on my Samsung ST550 Digital Camera?
    • Z
      zpollardSep 10, 2025
      If the flash on your Samsung Digital Camera fires unexpectedly, it may be due to static electricity. This is not a malfunction of the camera.

Summary

Health and safety information

Safety warnings

Important precautions to avoid injury and damage to the camera.

Safety precautions

Guidelines for handling and storing the camera, batteries, and accessories safely.

Basic functions

Unpacking

Check your product box for the items included with your camera.

Camera layout

Familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.

Inserting the battery and memory card

Learn how to insert the battery and an optional microSD memory card.

Performing the initial setup

Configure basic camera settings like language, time zone, and date.

Extended functions

Shooting modes

Explore various shooting modes like Smart Auto, Scene, and Program for different scenarios.

Recording a video

Learn how to record high-definition videos and manage video playback.

Shooting options

Selecting resolution and quality

Learn how to change image resolution and quality settings for photos and videos.

Changing camera focus

Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.

Using face detection

Learn how the camera automatically detects and focuses on human faces.

Adjusting brightness and colour

Learn how to adjust brightness, contrast, and colour for better image quality.

Playback;Editing

Playing back

Learn actions to play back photos, videos, and voice memos, and manage files.

Editing a photo

Perform photo editing tasks like rotating, resizing, and adjusting colour.

Transferring files to computer (Windows)

Learn how to transfer files using the Intelli-studio program.

Appendixes

Settings menu

Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings.

Error messages

Learn how to troubleshoot common error messages that may appear.

Camera maintenance

Learn how to clean your camera and care for its components.

Samsung ST550 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.4 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/2.33 \
Maximum image resolution4000 x 3000 pixels
Still image resolution(s)1024 x 768, 1920 x 1080, 2048 x 1536, 2560 x 1920, 3264 x 2448, 3840 x 2160, 3984 x 2656
Digital zoom5 x
Optical zoom4.6 x
Focal length range4.9 - 22.5 mm
Digital SLRNo
Minimum RAM512 MB
Minimum processorIntel Pentium 4, AMD Athelon 64FX
Power supply typeAC
Aperture range (F-F)3.5 - 5.9
Camera shutter speed1/8 - 1/1.200 s
Effective sensor resolution12.2 pixels
Minimum system requirementsUSB CD-ROM
Compatible operating systemsWindows XP/Vista/2000 Mac X 10.3 +
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)27 - 124.2 mm
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Normal focusing range0.8 m
Auto focusing (AF) modesCentre weighted Auto Focus
Super Macro focusing range0.03 - 0.08 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 meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Flash modesauto, fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)0.5 - 2 m
Flash range (wide)0.2 - 3.4 m
Flash recharging time4 s
Internal memory100 MB
Compatible memory cardssdhc
Maximum memory card size8 GB
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedMP4
Maximum video resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Display diagonal3.5 \
Display resolution (numeric)1152000 pixels
Product colorOrange
Scene modesBacklight, beach, Children, Close-up (macro), Documents, Fireworks, Night, Portrait, self-portrait, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Image editingresizing, rotating, trimming
Photo effectsMosaic, Negative film, Vivid
White balanceauto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent
Camera playbackmovie, single image, slide show, thumbnails
Battery typeSLB-07A
Power requirements4.2 V
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)5 - 85 %
USB version2.0
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth18.6 mm
Width99.8 mm
Height59.8 mm
Weight165 g

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