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This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for buying a Samsung Camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index User Manual PL20/PL21 Thank you for your camera.
This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for buying a Samsung Camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index User Manual PL20/PL21 Thank you for your camera.
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... by selecting a mode and how to error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips. 4 Playback/Editing 52 Learn how to configure your camera's settings. Settings 73 Refer to options to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Shooting options 35 Learn.... • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of the user manual Basic functions 11 Learn about the options you can set...
... by selecting a mode and how to error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips. 4 Playback/Editing 52 Learn how to configure your camera's settings. Settings 73 Refer to options to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Shooting options 35 Learn.... • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of the user manual Basic functions 11 Learn about the options you can set...
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... and then select White Balance. * Annotation Shooting mode icons These icons indicate that a function is available in this manual Abbreviation Definition ACB Auto Contrast Balance AEB Auto Exposure Bracket AF Auto Focus DIS Digital Image Stabilization DPOF Digital Print Order...White Balance 5 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Smart Auto Indication Program DIS Photo Help Guide Scene Movie Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions [] Camera buttons; The mode may not support functions for ...
... and then select White Balance. * Annotation Shooting mode icons These icons indicate that a function is available in this manual Abbreviation Definition ACB Auto Contrast Balance AEB Auto Exposure Bracket AF Auto Focus DIS Digital Image Stabilization DPOF Digital Print Order...White Balance 5 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Smart Auto Indication Program DIS Photo Help Guide Scene Movie Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions [] Camera buttons; The mode may not support functions for ...
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Background Subject Composition Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright) 6 By altering the exposure, your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO speed. Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] ... the objects around the subject. • Composition: the combination of light that enters your photos will be darker or lighter. Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter • Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down • Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down Exposure...
Background Subject Composition Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright) 6 By altering the exposure, your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO speed. Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] ... the objects around the subject. • Composition: the combination of light that enters your photos will be darker or lighter. Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter • Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down • Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down Exposure...
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... Using the timer 37 Shooting in the dark 39 Preventing red-eye 39 Using the flash 39 Adjusting the ISO speed 40 Changing the camera's focus 41 Using macro 41 Using auto focus 41 Adjusting the focus area 42 Using face detection 43 Detecting faces 43 Taking a self...-portrait shot 44 Taking a smile shot 44 Detecting eye blinking 45 Adjusting brightness and color 46 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 46 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 46 Changing the metering option 47 Selecting a light source (White balance 47 Using burst modes 49 Improving ...
... Using the timer 37 Shooting in the dark 39 Preventing red-eye 39 Using the flash 39 Adjusting the ISO speed 40 Changing the camera's focus 41 Using macro 41 Using auto focus 41 Adjusting the focus area 42 Using face detection 43 Detecting faces 43 Taking a self...-portrait shot 44 Taking a smile shot 44 Detecting eye blinking 45 Adjusting brightness and color 46 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 46 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 46 Changing the metering option 47 Selecting a light source (White balance 47 Using burst modes 49 Improving ...
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Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Optional accessories Camera Rechargeable battery Camera case Memory cards AC adapter / USB cable Strap Quick Start Manual Software CD-ROM (User manual included) Battery charger A/V cable The illustrations may differ from your actual items. Basic functions 12
Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Optional accessories Camera Rechargeable battery Camera case Memory cards AC adapter / USB cable Strap Quick Start Manual Software CD-ROM (User manual included) Battery charger A/V cable The illustrations may differ from your actual items. Basic functions 12
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... the options you can set in the dark 39 Preventing red-eye 39 Using the flash 39 Adjusting the ISO speed 40 Changing the camera's focus 41 Using macro 41 Using auto focus 41 Adjusting the focus area 42 Using face detection 43 Detecting faces 43 Taking a self...-portrait shot 44 Taking a smile shot 44 Detecting eye blinking 45 Adjusting brightness and color 46 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 46 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 46 Changing the metering option 47 Selecting a light source (White balance 47 Using burst modes 49 Improving your...
... the options you can set in the dark 39 Preventing red-eye 39 Using the flash 39 Adjusting the ISO speed 40 Changing the camera's focus 41 Using macro 41 Using auto focus 41 Adjusting the focus area 42 Using face detection 43 Detecting faces 43 Taking a self...-portrait shot 44 Taking a smile shot 44 Detecting eye blinking 45 Adjusting brightness and color 46 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 46 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 46 Changing the metering option 47 Selecting a light source (White balance 47 Using burst modes 49 Improving your...
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...same. Shooting options 46 Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+) 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → EV. 3 Select a value to get a better photo. The camera takes three photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 49) Without ACB With ACB 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → ACB... behind your subject or there is not available when you set Continuous, Motion Capture, or AEB options. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your subject is off.
...same. Shooting options 46 Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+) 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → EV. 3 Select a value to get a better photo. The camera takes three photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 49) Without ACB With ACB 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → ACB... behind your subject or there is not available when you set Continuous, Motion Capture, or AEB options. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your subject is off.
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...of the battery in accordance with care. • Do not dispose of the battery in this user manual. • Do not place the battery near heating devices or expose it to excessively warm environments, such... charge the battery only by the method described in a fire. • Disposal regulations may differ by country or region. Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can ignite or explode if not charged properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other...improperly. Guidelines for charging the battery Charge the battery only by the methods described in this user manual.
...of the battery in accordance with care. • Do not dispose of the battery in this user manual. • Do not place the battery near heating devices or expose it to excessively warm environments, such... charge the battery only by the method described in a fire. • Disposal regulations may differ by country or region. Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can ignite or explode if not charged properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other...improperly. Guidelines for charging the battery Charge the battery only by the methods described in this user manual.