Page 1 User Manual ST6500 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your 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...
Page 2: Health And Safety Information
Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes. The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a ﬁre. If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center.
Page 3 • Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories. Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Misusing the battery may cause a ﬁre or electric shock.
Page 4 Health and safety information Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case.
Page 5 Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term “High Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Page 6 Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Page number of related information The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Touch m Photo Size (represents Touch m, and then touch Photo Size).
Page 7 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 Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Subject, background, and composition • Subject: the main object in a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life •...
Page 8: Basic Troubleshooting
Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject’s eyes appear red. Photos have dust spots. Photos are blurred. Photos are blurred when shooting at night. Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting. Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reﬂect light from the camera ﬂash. •...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Quick reference Capturing photos of people • Beauty Shot mode • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) • Face Detection Capturing photos at night or in the dark • Scene mode > Sunset, Dawn • Night Shot mode • Flash options •...
Page 10 Contents Basic functions ... 12 Unpacking ... 13 Camera layout ... 14 Inserting the battery and memory card ... 16 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ... 17 Charging the battery ... 17 Turning on your camera ... 17 Performing the initial setup ...
Page 11 Contents Shooting options ... 50 Selecting a resolution and quality ... 51 Selecting a resolution ... 51 Selecting image quality ... 52 Using the timer ... 54 Shooting in the dark ... 55 Preventing red-eye ... 55 Using the ﬂash ... 55 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ...
Page 12 Contents Playback/Editing ... 79 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ... 80 Starting Playback mode ... 80 Viewing photos ... 87 Playing a video ... 89 Playing a voice memo ... 91 Editing a photo ... 92 Resizing photos ... 92 Rotating a photo ...
Page 13: Basic Functions
Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Unpacking ………………………………… 13 Camera layout ……………………………… 14 Inserting the battery and memory card Charging the battery and turning on your camera …………………………… 17 Charging the battery ……………………… 17 Turning on your camera …………………...
Page 14: Unpacking
Unpacking The following items are included in your product box. Camera Rechargeable battery Touch pen Quick Start Manual Optional accessories AC adapter/USB cable Strap Battery charger User Manual CD-ROM Basic functions Camera case HDMI cable Memory card/ Memory card adapter The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product.
Page 15: Camera Layout
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. POWER button Shutter button Flash Lens HDMI port Accepts HDMI cable USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Microphone AF-assist light/Timer lamp Basic functions Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery...
Page 16 Camera layout Speaker Touch screen Playback button Status lamp • Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus • Steady: When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focus Zoom button •...
Page 17: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card
Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Memory card Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing down. Rechargeable battery Removing the battery and memory card Memory card Battery lock...
Page 18: Charging The Battery And Turning On Your Camera
Charging the battery and turning on your camera Charging the battery Before you use the camera for the ﬁrst time, you must charge the battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter, and then plug the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera. Indicator light •...
Page 19: Performing The Initial Setup
Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to conﬁgure the camera’s basic settings. Touch Language. Select a language, and then touch o. Touch Time Zone. Touch Home, and then touch z or x to select a time zone.
Page 20 Performing the initial setup Touch the up or down arrows to set the date. Date/Time Set Year Month Touch , and then set the time. Date/Time Set • To set daylight-saving time, touch Touch o to save. Touch Touch Calibration. Touch the target on the screen with your touch pen.
Page 21: Learning Icons
Learning icons The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. Option icons (touch) Icon Description Flash option Auto focus option Timer option Shooting options Display type Status icons Icon Description Shooting mode...
Page 22: Using The Touch Screen
Using the touch screen Learn how to use the touch screen. Use the supplied touch pen to touch or drag on the screen. Do not use sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen. You can damage the screen. Touching Touch an icon to select a menu or option.
Page 23 Using the touch screen Selecting an option • Drag the option list up or down until you ﬁnd the desired option. Touch the option, and then touch o. White Balance Auto WB Daylight Cloudy • If an option has a setting button, touch the button to turn it on or off.
Page 24: Setting The Touch Screen And Sound
Setting the touch screen and sound Learn how to change the basic screen display and the sound settings. Setting the display type for the touch screen You can select from three screen display types Each displays differently. In Shooting mode, touch Select an option, and then touch o.
Page 25: Using The Home Screen
Using the Home screen You can select a shooting mode or access the settings menu by touching the icons on the Home screen. Accessing the Home screen In Shooting or Playback mode, press [HOME]. Press [HOME] again to return to the previous mode. Smart Auto Smart Auto Program...
Page 26: Rearranging Icons
Using the Home screen Icon Description Photo Filter: Capture a photo with various ﬁlter effects. (p. 43) Movie Filter: Record a video with various ﬁlter effects. (p. 45) Night Shot: Capture a night scene using a shutter speed and and aperture value set automatically by the camera. (p.
Page 27: Capturing Photos
Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. On the Home screen, touch Smart Auto Program Scene Smart Movie Movie Album Settings Photo Editor Align your subject in the frame. Half-press [Shutter] to focus. •...
Page 28: Zooming
Capturing photos Zooming You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 5X Optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 5X Digital zoom. The Intelli zoom and Digital zoom cannot be used at the same time. Zoom in Zoom out The available zoom ratio for videos differs from photo zoom ratio.
Page 29 Capturing photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies by how much you have zoomed in if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 10 times.
Page 30: Reducing Camera Shake (Ois)
Capturing photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. Before correction After correction In Shooting mode, touch m. Touch the setting button next to OIS. Drive Smart Filter Image Adjust • OIS may not function properly when: - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use the Digital zoom - there is too much camera shake...
Page 31: Set Iso Sensitivity Options. (P
Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [Shutter] to adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically. The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically. Focus frame •...
Page 32: Turn On The Flash. (P
Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difﬁcult to get your subject in focus when: there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) the light source behind the subject is too bright the subject is shiny or reﬂective...
Page 33: Extended Functions
Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo, record a video, and record a voice memo by selecting a mode. Using shooting modes …………………… 33 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………… 33 Using the Simple Shot mode …………… 34 Using the DUAL IS mode ………………… 35 Using the Scene mode ……………………...
Page 34: Using Shooting Modes
Using shooting modes Capture photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Smart Auto mode In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it detects.
Page 35: Using The Simple Shot Mode
Using shooting modes Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • In several scenes, the camera automatically captures a photo when you half-press [Shutter]. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the Smart Auto mode.
Page 36: Using The Dual Is Mode
Using shooting modes Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction After correction On the Home screen, touch Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.
Page 37: Using The Scene Mode
Using shooting modes Using the Scene mode In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a speciﬁc scene. On the Home screen, touch Touch a scene. Option Description Landscape: Capture still-life scenes and landscapes. Sunset: Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking reds and yellows.
Page 38: Using The Night Shot Mode
Using shooting modes Using the Night Shot mode In Night mode, you can use a slow shutter speed to extend the time the shutter stays open. Increase the aperture value to prevent overexposure. On the Home screen, touch Drag the dials on the screen in the arrow directions below to adjust shutter speed and aperture value.
Page 39: Using The Program Mode
Using shooting modes Using the Program mode In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically. On the Home screen, touch Touch m, and then set desired options. (For a list of options, refer to page 50.) Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.
Page 40: Using The Movie Mode
Using shooting modes Drag the icon into a desired box on the left. • To remove shortcuts, drag an icon to the right. My screen Cancel Reset Touch o to save. You can create up to 3 shortcuts. Using the Movie mode In Movie mode, you can record high-deﬁnition videos of up to 20 minutes in length.
Page 41: Using The Smart Movie Mode
Using shooting modes Pause recording The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. 00:02 00:05 • Touch to pause while recording. • Touch to resume. Using the Smart Movie mode In Smart Movie mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected.
Page 42 Using shooting modes Press [Shutter] or touch to start recording. Press [Shutter] again or touch • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for Smart Movie mode. • The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the shooting conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the subject.
Page 43: Using Effect Modes
Using effect modes Capture photos or record videos with various effects. Using the Object Highlight mode The Object Highlight mode makes the subject more discernible by adjusting the depth of ﬁeld. On the Home screen, touch Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on the screen.
Page 44: Using The Magic Frame Shot Mode
Using effect modes Using the Magic Frame Shot mode In Magic Frame Shot mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change according to the frame you select. On the Home screen, touch Select a desired frame.
Page 45 Using effect modes Before After Option Description Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject Miniature appear in miniature. Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and Vignetting strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Hide facial imperfections or apply dreamy Soft-Focus effects.
Page 46: Using The Movie Filter Mode
Using effect modes Using the Movie Filter mode In Movie Filter mode, you can record videos with various ﬁlter effects. On the Home screen, touch Touch a desired ﬁlter. 00:20 Option Description Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear Miniature in miniature.
Page 47: Using The Vignetting Mode
Using effect modes Using the Vignetting mode In Vignetting mode, you can capture a photo or record a video with a vignetting effect. On the Home screen, touch Select (photo) or (movie). Drag the sliders or touch the sample photos to adjust Level, Brightness, and Contrast.
Page 48: Using The Palette Effect Mode
Using effect modes Using the Palette Effect mode In Palette Effect mode, you can record a video with effects to make speciﬁc colors stand out. On the Home screen, touch Touch a desired palette. Option Description Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and Palette Effect 1 red color.
Page 49: Recording Voice Memos
Recording voice memos Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back later. You can also add a voice memo to a photo to remind you of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when you speak 16 in (40 cm) away from the camera. Recording a voice memo On the Home screen, touch Press [Shutter] or touch...
Page 50: Adding A Voice Memo To A Photo
Recording voice memos Adding a voice memo to a photo In Program mode, you can add a voice memo to a captured photo. On the Home screen, touch Touch m, and then touch the setting button next to Memo. Align your subject in the frame, and then capture a photo.
Page 51: Shooting Options
Shooting options Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode. Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 51 Selecting a resolution …………………… 51 Selecting image quality …………………… 52 Using the timer ……………………………… 54 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 55 Preventing red-eye ………………………...
Page 52: Selecting A Resolution And Quality
Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen.
Page 53: Selecting Image Quality
Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video resolution In Shooting mode, touch m Movie Size. Select an option, and then touch o. Movie Size 00:05 1280 X 720 HQ 1280 X 720 640 X 480 Icon Description 1280 X 720 HQ: Play back high-quality ﬁles on an HDTV. 1280 X 720: Play back on an HDTV.
Page 54 Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video quality The camera compresses and saves the videos you record in the MP4 (H.264) format. In Shooting mode, touch m Frame Rate. Select an option, and then touch o. • As the frame rate increases, action appears more natural, but the ﬁle size also increases.
Page 55: Using The Timer
Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. In Shooting mode, touch m Timer. Select an option, and then touch o. Timer 10 Sec 2 Sec Double Icon Description Off: The timer is not active. 10 Sec: Capture a photo after a 10-second delay. 2 Sec: Capture a photo after a 2-second delay.
Page 56: Shooting In The Dark
Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye If the ﬂash ﬁres when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person’s eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix.
Page 57: Flash Options
Shooting in the dark Icon Description Red-eye: • The ﬂash will ﬁre twice when the subject or background is dark to reduce the red-eye effect. • There is an interval between 2 bursts of the ﬂash. Do not move until the ﬂash ﬁres a second time. Fill in: •...
Page 58: Adjusting The Iso Sensitivity
Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a ﬁlm’s sensitivity to light as deﬁned by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes.
Page 59: Changing The Camera's Focus
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using macro Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as ﬂowers or insects. • Try to hold the camera ﬁrmly to prevent blurry photos. •...
Page 60: Using Smart Touch Focus
Changing the camera’s focus Using smart touch focus Smart Touch AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. In Shooting mode, touch m Focus Area. Select Smart Touch AF, and then touch o. Touch the subject you want to track in the touch area.
Page 61: Using One Touch Shooting
Changing the camera’s focus Using one touch shooting You can focus on a subject and capture a photo with the touch of your ﬁnger. In Shooting mode, touch m Focus Area. Select One Touch Shooting, and then touch o. Touch a subject to capture the photo. If you use this function, you cannot set Self Timer options, Burst options, and Smart Filter effects.
Page 62 Changing the camera’s focus Icon Description Center AF: Focus on the center of the frame (suitable when subjects are located at or near the center). Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas. One Touch Shooting: Focus on the subject and capture a photo by touching the image on the screen.
Page 63: Using Face Detection
Using face detection If you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them.
Page 64: Capturing A Self Portrait Shot
Using face detection Capturing a self portrait shot Capture photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to close-up and your camera will emit a beep. In Shooting mode, touch m Face Detection. Select Self-Portrait, and then touch o. When you hear a quick beep, press [Shutter].
Page 65: Detecting Eye Blinking
Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. In Shooting mode, touch m Face Detection. Select Blink Detection, and then touch o. • Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen. •...
Page 66: Registering Faces As Your Favorites (My Star)
Using face detection • The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, drastic changes in the subject's pose or face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses. • The camera can automatically register up to 14 faces. If the camera recognizes a new face when 14 faces have already been registered, it will replace the lowest priority face with the new one.
Page 67 Using face detection Touch when the face list appears. • Your favorite faces are indicated with a • You can register up to 6 favorite faces. • The ﬂash will not ﬁre when you register a favorite face. • If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of the faces in the face list.
Page 68: Adjusting Brightness And Color
Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo.
Page 69: Metering
Adjusting brightness and color Compensating for backlighting (ACB) When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. If this occurs, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option.
Page 70: Selecting A Light Source (White Balance)
Adjusting brightness and color Icon Description Multi: • Your camera divides the frame into several areas, and then measures the light intensity of each area. • Suitable for general photos. Spot: • Your camera measures only the light intensity of the very center of the frame.
Page 71 Adjusting brightness and color In Shooting mode, touch m White Balance. Select an option, and then touch o. White Balance Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent_H Icon Description Auto WB: Automatically set the White Balance based on the lighting conditions. Daylight: For outdoor photos on a sunny day. Cloudy: For outdoor photos on a cloudy day or in shadows.
Page 72: Continuous, Motion Capture
Using burst modes It can be difﬁcult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the burst modes to capture multiple photos rapidly. In Shooting mode, touch m Drive.
Page 73: Applying Effects/Adjusting Images
Applying effects/Adjusting images Applying Smart Filter effects Apply various ﬁlter effects to your photos and videos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye Sketch In Shooting mode, touch m Smart Filter. Select a ﬁlter, and then touch o. Available ﬁlters in Program mode Icon Description Normal: No effect...
Page 74 Applying effects/Adjusting images Icon Description : Apply a sepia tone effect. Retro : Apply a negative ﬁlm effect. Negative Custom RGB: Customize a color value. Available ﬁlters in Movie mode Icon Description Normal: No effect : Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and Palette Effect 1 red color.
Page 75 Applying effects/Adjusting images Deﬁning your own RGB tone In Shooting mode, touch m Smart Filter. Select Custom RGB, and then touch o. Drag up or down to adjust the values of each color. • The higher the value, the brighter the photo. •...
Page 76: Adjusting Your Photos
Applying effects/Adjusting images Adjusting your photos Adjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos. In Shooting mode, touch m Image Adjust. Drag up or down to adjust each value. • : Sharpness • : Contrast • : Saturation Image Adjust Touch o to save your changes.
Page 77: Reducing The Sound Of The Zoom
Reducing the sound of the zoom When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom in the videos. Use the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. In Shooting mode, touch m Voice.
Page 78: Available Shooting Options By Shooting Mode
Available shooting options by shooting mode For details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options". Smart Auto Simple Shot Resolution Quality Timer Flash ISO sensitivity Macro Focus area Face detection Metering White balance Drive Smart ﬁlter Image adjust Sound Alive Digital zoom Intelli zoom Voice memo...
Page 79 Available shooting options by shooting mode Smart Movie Resolution Quality Timer Flash ISO sensitivity Macro Focus area Face detection Metering White balance Drive Smart ﬁlter Image adjust Sound Alive Digital zoom Intelli zoom Voice memo In these modes, some options are limited or a certain option is set by default. Object Magic Frame Photo Filter...
Page 80: Playback/Editing
Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, TV, or HDTV. Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode …………………………… 80 Starting Playback mode …………………...
Page 81: Viewing Photos Or Videos In Playback Mode
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and how to manage ﬁles. Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera. Press [Playback]. • The most recent ﬁle will be displayed.
Page 82 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode • If you want to view ﬁles stored in the internal memory, remove your memory card. • The camera will not play back ﬁles of unsupported sizes or ﬁles that were captured with other cameras properly. Viewing ﬁles with motion recognition You can view ﬁles by tilting the camera in Playback mode.
Page 83 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Display in Playback mode Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Play videos (p. 89) or voice memos (p. 91) Folder name – File name Video length Protected ﬁle Print order has been set (DPOF) Delete ﬁles (p.
Page 84: Smart Album
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode To change the rank of a face, touch drag the face to a new location. Edit Ranking Touch o to save your changes. • To delete a face from the list, touch , touch the face, and then touch o.
Page 85: Viewing Files In 3D View
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing ﬁles in 3D view On the Home screen, touch Drag images left or right to move to the previous or next ﬁle. • Flick the screen left or right to switch ﬁles more quickly. The faster you ﬂick the screen, the more ﬁles you will scroll through at a time.
Page 86 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Icon Description Play a slide show. • Touch the screen to pause the slide show and adjust the volume or mute the sound. • Touch to stop the slide show. Return to the theme selection screen. You can view only photos when you use the page ﬂip effect.
Page 87 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting ﬁles Protect your ﬁles to prevent accidental deletion. In Playback mode, locate the ﬁle you want to protect, and then touch m. Touch the setting button next to Protect. Delete Start Slide Show Protect Resize You cannot delete or rotate a protected ﬁle.
Page 88: Viewing Photos
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting all ﬁles You can select all ﬁles, and then delete them at once. In Playback mode, touch m Delete. In Thumbnail view or Smart album, touch m • Select All, and then touch o. When the pop-up message appears, touch Yes.
Page 89 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Icon Description Delete the ﬁle. Crop the photo (the camera will save it as a new ﬁle). Return to the original view. Zoom ratio (The maximum zoom ratio differs depending on the photo resolution.) When you view photos that were captured by another camera, the zoom ratio may differ.
Page 90: Playing A Video
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Icon Description Play Mode: Set whether or not to repeat the slide show. (One Play*, Repeat) Interval: • Set the interval between photos. (1 sec*, 3 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec) • You must set the Effect option to interval.
Page 91 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Trimming a video While viewing a video, touch at the point where you want the trimming to begin. Touch Touch at the point where you want the trimming to end. • You can also adjust the scene to be cropped by dragging the handles that appear on the progress bar.
Page 92: Playing A Voice Memo
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a voice memo Listening to a voice memo In Playback mode, locate a voice memo ﬁle, and then touch Listen to the voice memo. Icon Description Scan backward. Pause or resume playback. Scan forward.
Page 93: Editing A Photo
Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save edited photos as new ﬁles. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution.
Page 94: Rotating A Photo
Editing a photo Rotating a photo In Playback mode, locate a photo, and then touch m. Touch Rotate, and then select a rotate option. Rotate Rotate Right 90˚ Left 90˚ Touch o to save. The camera will overwrite the original ﬁle. Using Smart Crop Use Smart Crop to select objects in a photo and save the cropped area as a new ﬁle.
Page 95: Applying Smart Filter Effects
Editing a photo Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos. On the Home screen, touch • The most recent ﬁle will be displayed. Touch a photo. Touch m Smart Filter. Select a ﬁlter. • To see available ﬁlter options, refer to page 72. •...
Page 96 Editing a photo Drag the sliders or touch the sample photos to adjust the option. • To view the original photo, touch Before. • To view the adjusted photo, touch After. Touch V to save your changes. Adjusting dark subjects (ACB) On the Home screen, touch •...
Page 97: Creating A Print Order (Dpof)
Editing a photo Removing red-eye On the Home screen, touch • The most recent ﬁle will be displayed. Touch a photo. Touch m Red-eye Fix. • To view the original photo, touch Before. • To view the adjusted photo, touch After. Touch V to save your changes.
Page 98: Viewing Files On A Tv Or Hdtv
Viewing ﬁles on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. On the Home screen, touch Touch Connectivity Video Out. Select the appropriate video signal output for your country or region.
Page 99 (p.110) to control the camera and TV with the TV’s remote control. • Anynet+ lets you control all connected Samsung A/V devices with the TV remote control. • The time it takes for the camera to connect to your HDTV may vary with the type of microSD or microSDHC card you use.
Page 100: Transferring Files To Your Windows Computer
Windows 7 for you to connect the camera as a removable disk. (p. 102 and p. 99) Samsung is not responsible for any damage that results from using a computer that do not meet the requirements such as a computer you have assembled yourself.
Page 101: Transferring Files With Intelli-Studio
Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer Transferring ﬁles with Intelli-studio Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. The battery will charge while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable.
Page 102 Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit ﬁles. For details, select Help • To enjoy more features, such as creating slide shows with templates, install the full version of Intelli-studio by selecting Web Support Start Update from the program toolbar.
Page 103: Transferring Files By Connecting The Camera As A Removable Disk
Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer Description Open menus. Display ﬁles in the selected folder. Switch to the Photo edit mode. Switch to the Video edit mode. Switch to the Sharing mode. (to send ﬁles by email or upload ﬁles to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube) Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list.
Page 104: Disconnecting The Camera (For Windows Xp)
Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer in the pop-up window. On your computer, select My Computer Disk DCIM 100PHOTO.
Page 105: Transferring Files To Your Mac Computer
Transferring ﬁles to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will automatically recognize the device. You can transfer ﬁles directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable.
Page 106: Printing Photos With A Pictbridge Photo Printer
Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. On the Home screen, touch Touch Connectivity Printer. Turn on the printer, and then connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable.
Page 107 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Conﬁguring print settings Press m to conﬁgure print settings. Size Layout Type Quality Icon Description Size: Set the print size. Layout: Set the number of photos to be printed on a single sheet of paper. Type: Set the type of paper.
Page 108: Settings
Settings Refer to options to conﬁgure your camera’s settings. Settings menu ………………………………………… 108 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 108 Sound ……………………………………………… 109 Display ……………………………………………… 109 Connectivity ………………………………………… 110 General ……………………………………………… 111...
Page 109: Settings Menu
Settings menu Learn to conﬁgure your camera's settings. Accessing the settings menu On the Home screen, touch Touch a menu. Settings Sound Display Connectivity General Icon Description Sound: Set various camera sounds and the volume. (p. 109) Display: Customize the display settings. (p. 109) Connectivity: Set the connection options.
Page 110: Sound
Settings menu Sound Item Description Set the volume of any sound. Volume (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Set to emit sounds when you touch the screen or Beep Sound switch modes. (Off, On*) Set the sound the camera emits when you press Shutter Sound the shutter button.
Page 111: Connectivity
Settings menu Item Description Adjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto, Dark, Normal, Bright*) Display Brightness Normal is ﬁxed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto. Set the duration for reviewing a captured image before returning to the Shooting mode. Quick View (Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec) If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the...
Page 112: General
Settings menu Item Description Set the resolution of photos when the camera plays back ﬁles on an HDTV via the HDMI cable. ( NTSC: 1080i*, 720p, 480p/ PAL: 1080i*, 720p, 576p) • If the HDTV does not support the selected HDMI Output resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the next lower resolution.
Page 113 Settings menu Item Description Specify how to name ﬁles. • Reset: Set the ﬁle number to start from 0001 when you insert a new memory card, format a memory card, or delete all ﬁles. • Series*: Set the ﬁle number to resume from the previous ﬁle number when you insert a new memory card, format a memory card, or delete all ﬁles.
Page 114 Settings menu Item Description Set a light to automatically turn on in dark places AF Lamp to help the camera focus. (Off, On*) Format the internal memory and the memory card Formatting will delete all ﬁles, including protected ﬁles. (Yes, No) Format Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by another brand of camera, a memory card reader,...
Page 115: Appendixes
Appendixes Get information about error messages, speciﬁcations, and maintenance. Error messages ……………………………………… 115 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 116 Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 116 Using or storing the camera ………………………… 117 About memory cards ……………………………… 118 About the battery …………………………………… 120 Before contacting a service center …………………...
Page 116: Error Messages
Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and then insert Card Error it again. • Format your memory card. The inserted memory card is not supported by Card not your camera.
Page 117: Camera Maintenance
Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera Camera lens and touch screen Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper and wipe gently. Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 118: Using Or Storing The Camera
Camera maintenance Using or storing the camera Inappropriate places to use or store the camera • Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Avoid using your camera in areas with extremely high humidity, or where the humidity changes drastically. •...
Page 119: About Memory Cards
Camera maintenance Other cautions • Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury to yourself or others or damage to your camera. • Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation. •...
Page 120 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may vary depending on the scenes you shoot and the shooting conditions. The capacities below are based on a a 1 GB microSD card: Size Super Fine Fine Normal 1,336 1,336 1,878 1,582 2,505 3,006...
Page 121: About The Battery
Record videos at 1280 X 720 HQ Videos 70 min resolution and 30 FPS. • The ﬁgures above are measured using Samsung’s standards. Your reslults may vary, depending on your actual usage • Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time.
Page 122 Camera maintenance Low battery message When the battery has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the "Low Battery" message will appear. Notes about using the battery • Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 ºC/32 ºF or above 40 ºC/104 ºF).
Page 123 Camera maintenance • Using the ﬂash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly. Charge the battery until the indicator light turns green. • If the indicator light blinks in orange or does not illuminate, reconnect the cable, or remove the battery and insert it again. •...
Page 124 Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other abnormalities in the battery, immediately discontinue use of the battery and contact a service center.
Page 125: Before Contacting A Service Center
Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a service center. If you have attempted the suggested remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. When you leave your camera at a service center, be sure to also leave the other components that may have contributed to the malfunction, such as the memory card and battery.
Page 126 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The ﬂash may ﬁre due to static electricity. The ﬂash ﬁres unexpectedly The camera is not malfunctioning. Set the date and time in the display settings. The date and time are incorrect (p.
Page 127 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies • Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the TV with the A/V cable. The TV does not • display your photos Make sure that your memory card contains photos. •...
Page 128: Camera Speciﬁcations
1/2.3" (Approximately 7.76 mm) CCD Effective pixels Approximately 16.2 mega-pixels Total pixels Approximately 16.4 mega-pixels Lens Samsung Lens f = 4.7 mm-23.5 mm Focal length (35 mm ﬁlm equivalent: 26 mm-130 mm) F-stop range F3.3 (W)-F5.9 (T) • Still image mode: 1.0X-5.0X (Optical zoom x Digital zoom: 25.0X)
Page 129: Optical Image Stabilization (Ois)
Camera speciﬁcations Flash Mode Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Off, Red-eye Fix • Wide: 0.2 m-3.0 m (ISO Auto) Range • Tele: 1.0 m-1.8 m (ISO Auto) Recharging time Approximately 4 sec. Shake reduction DUAL IS [Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) + Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)] Effect •...
Page 130 Camera speciﬁcations • Modes: Movie, Smart Movie*, Vignetting, Movie Filter, Palette Effect Shot * Smart Movie: Landscape, Blue Sky, Natural Green, Sunset • Format: MP4 (H.264) (Maximum recording time: 20 min) • Size: 1280 X 720 HQ, 1280 X 720, 640 X 480, Videos 320 X 240 •...
Page 131 Image size 2592 X 1944 1984 X 1488 1920 X 1080 1024 X 768 1,582 These ﬁgures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions. Your results may vary depending on the shooting conditions and camera settings. Interface Digital output USB 2.0...
Page 132: Glossary
Glossary ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images when the subject is backlit or when there is a high contrast between your subject and the background. AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket) This feature automatically captures several images at different exposures to help you capture a properly-exposed image.
Page 133 Glossary EV (Exposure Value) All the combinations of the camera’s shutter speed and lens aperture that result in the same exposure. EV Compensation This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your photos.
Page 134 Glossary ISO sensitivity The sensitivity of the camera to light, based on the equivalent ﬁlm speed used in a ﬁlm camera. At higher ISO sensitivity settings, the camera uses a higher shutter speed, which can reduce blur caused by camera shake and low light. However, images with high sensitivity are more susceptible to noise.
Page 135 Glossary Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor.
Page 136 This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To ﬁnd the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect Or call, (877) 278 - 0799 Appendixes...
Page 137: Fcc Notice
Changes or modiﬁcations not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. • Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Model No. : Samsung ST6500 Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Address : 85 Challenger Road, Ridgeﬁeld Park,...
Page 138: Index
Index Battery AF-assist light caution 121 location 14 charging 17 settings 113 inserting 16 AF Lamp 113 Beauty Shot mode 37 AF Sound 109 Blink detection 64 Anynet+ 110 Brightness Aperture value 37 Playback mode 94 Shooting mode 67 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) Playback mode 95 Burst modes Shooting mode 67...
Page 139 Index Face detection 62 Half-press shutter 30 Flash HDMI Output 111 Auto 55 HDTV 98 Fill in 56 Home button 15 Off 55 Red-eye 56 Home screen 24 Red-eye ﬁx 56 Slow sync 56 Focus area Center AF 61 Icons Multi AF 61 Home screen 24 One touch shooting 61...
Page 140 Index Palette Effect mode 47 Red-eye Playback mode 96 Photo Filter mode 43 Shooting mode 55 PictBridge 105 Reset 113 Playback button 15 Resolution Playback mode 80 Playback mode 92 Shooting mode 51 Power button 14 Retouching faces Power save mode 110 Playback mode 95 Printing photos 105 Shooting mode 37...
Page 141 Index Vignetting mode 46 Voice memo Unpacking 13 playing 91 USB port 14 recording 48 User buttons 38 Using the touch screen ﬂicking 21 White Balance 69 scrolling 21 touching 21 Zoom using the zoom 27 Video zoom button 15 playing 89 zoom sound settings 76 shooting 39...
Page 142 Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www.samsung.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries.

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Basic Functions

Unpacking

Camera Layout

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Charging the Battery and Turning on Your Camera

Performing the Initial Setup

Learning Icons

Using the Touch Screen

Setting the Touch Screen and Sound

Using the Home Screen

Capturing Photos

Tips for Getting a Clearer Photo

Extended Functions

Shooting Options

Contents

Flash Options

Using Face Detection

Adjusting Brightness and Color

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Metering

Continuous, Motion Capture

Using Burst Modes

Applying Effects/Adjusting Images

Reducing the Sound of the Zoom

Available Shooting Options by Shooting Mode

Contents

Playback/Editing

Smart Album

Viewing Files in 3D View

Settings

Appendixes

Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)

Quick Links

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