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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 ST200/ST200F/ST201/ST201F/ST205F Wireless network (ST200F/ST201F/ST205F only) Settings Appendixes Index...
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Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight. Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals.
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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. Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera in a certain area.
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Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/- • Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by terminals on the battery. unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories. This may cause a fire or electric shock.
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To prevent unwanted interference, use If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or only Samsung-approved devices or accessories. improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories.
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Outline of the User Manual Basic functions Copyright information Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are functions for shooting. registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. Extended functions •...
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Icons used in this manual Subject, background, and composition • Subject: The main object in a scene, such as a person, Icon Function animal, or still life • Background: The objects around the subject Additional information Composition: The combination of a subject and background •...
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Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject’s eyes Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reflect light from the camera flash. appear red. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 59) •...
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Quick reference Capturing photos of people Adjusting the exposure Reducing camera shake (brightness) • ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) • Picture in Picture mode • Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) • Beauty Shot mode • EV (to adjust exposure) ...
Contents Extended functions Basic functions ............36 ..............13 Using Basic modes ............37 Unpacking ..............14 Using the Smart Auto mode ......... 37 Camera layout .............. 15 Using the Program mode ..........38 Inserting the battery and memory card ......17 Using the Smart Movie mode ........
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Contents Shooting options Using Face Detection ........... 65 ............. 55 Detecting faces ............65 Selecting a resolution and quality ........ 56 Capturing a self portrait shot ......... 66 Selecting a resolution ........... 56 Capturing a smile shot ..........66 Selecting an image quality ..........57 Detecting eye blinking ..........
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Contents Wireless network (ST200F/ST201F/ST205F only) Playback/Editing .............. 78 ..102 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ....79 Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings ............... 103 Starting Playback mode ..........79 Connecting to a WLAN ..........103 Viewing photos ............
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Contents Settings ................123 Settings menu ............124 Accessing the settings menu ........124 Sound ..............125 Display ..............125 Connectivity .............. 126 General ..............127 Appendixes ..............129 Error messages ............130 Camera maintenance ..........132 Cleaning your camera ..........132 Using or storing the camera ........
Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Unpacking Selecting options or menus ………………………………… 14 ……………… 26 Camera layout ……………………………… 15 Setting the display and sound …………… 28 Setting the display type …………………… 28 Inserting the battery and memory card …...
• The items included in the box may differ depending on the model. • You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories. Basic functions...
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. Microphone POWER button Shutter button Speaker Flash AF-assist light/Timer lamp Lens Internal antenna* * Avoid contact with the internal antenna while using the wireless network. (ST200F/ST201F/ST205F only) USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Tripod mount...
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Camera layout Zoom button • In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of • a photo or view files as thumbnails, or adjust the volume Status lamp • Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, when the image is out of focus, or there is a problem...
Memory card Push the lock up to release the battery. Insert the battery with the Rechargeable battery Samsung logo facing up. You can use the internal memory for temporary storage if a memory card is not inserted. Rechargeable battery Basic functions...
Charging the battery and turning on your camera Charging the battery Turning on your camera Before you use the camera for the first time, you must charge the Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. battery. Plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera, •...
Performing the initial setup When you turn on your camera for the first time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps below to configure the camera’s basic settings. Verify that Language is highlighted, and then press Press [ / ] to select Home, and then press [ [ ] or [ •...
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Performing the initial setup Press [ ] to select Date/Time Set, and then press Press [ ] to select Date Type, and then press [ ] or [ [ ] or [ Press [ / ] to select a date type, and then Date/Time Set press [ Year Month Day...
Learning icons The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. Shooting options (right) Shooting information Icon Description Icon Description Current date Intelli zoom on Current time Photo resolution Available number of photos Video resolution Memory card inserted...
Using the Home screen You can select a shooting mode or access the settings menu by selecting the icons on the Home screen. Accessing the Home screen Description Current Home screen In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. Press [ ] again to •...
Using the Home screen Icons on the Home screen <Wi-Fi> (ST200F/ST201F/ST205F only) Icon Description <Basic> MobileLink: Send photos or videos to a smart phone. Icon Description (p. 107) Smart Auto: Combine a self shot with a background image Remote Viewfinder: Use a smart phone as a remote to make one photo.
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Using the Home screen <Scene> <Magic> Icon Description Icon Description Picture in Picture: Capture a background photo and insert Magic Frame: Capture a photo with various frame effects. a smaller photo or video into the foreground. (p. 44) (p. 48) Beauty Shot: Capture a portrait with options to hide facial Funny Face: Capture a photo with funny face effects.
Using the Home screen Setting Wallpaper Scroll to the desired wallpaper, and then press [ • If you select a photo you have captured, you can set a Set wallpaper for the Home screen with the desired image. specified area as wallpaper. Rotate [Zoom] to the left or right On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>.
Selecting options or menus To select an option or a menu, press [ ], and then press [ / / / ] or [ In Shooting mode, press [ Going back to the previous menu Select an option or a menu. Press [ ] to go back to the previous menu.
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Selecting options or menus For example, to select a White Balance option in Press [ / ] to select White Balance, and then Program mode: press [ ] or [ On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. White Balance Select Press [ Flash Focus...
Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display information and sound settings. Setting the display type Setting the option display view You can hide or show the option display appearing in some You can select a display type for the Shooting or Playback mode. modes.
Setting the display and sound Setting the sound Turn on or off the sound your camera emits when you perform functions. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Select Select Sound → Beep Sound. Select an option. Option Description The camera does not emit any sounds. The camera emits sounds.
Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. Select Press [ ] to view the captured photo. • To delete the photo, press [ ], and then select Yes.
Capturing photos Zooming Digital zoom The Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode and the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the Digital zoom. By using both the 10X Optical zoom and 5X Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 50 times.
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Capturing photos Intelli zoom Setting Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using In Shooting mode, press [ the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom Select Intelli Zoom.
Capturing photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) • OIS may not function properly when: Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use the Digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you capture night scenes) - the battery is low...
Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Reducing camera shake Ensure nothing is Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce blocking the lens, camera shake optically. (p. 33) flash, or microphone. When is displayed Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus.
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Preventing your subject from being out of focus • When you capture photos in low light It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: there is little contrast between the subject and background (for Turn on the flash. example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color (p.
Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode. Using Basic modes Using Magic modes ………………………… 37 ……………………… 48 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………… 37 Using the Magic Frame mode …………… 48 Using the Program mode …………………...
Using Basic modes Capture photos or record videos using basic modes. You can also use the Scene mode and the Live Panorama mode. Using the Smart Auto mode Icon Description In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the Landscapes at night appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it Portraits at night detects.
Using Basic modes Using the Program mode Half-press [Shutter] to focus. In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>.
Using Basic modes Using the Smart Movie mode Icon Description In Smart Movie mode, your camera automatically chooses the Landscapes appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. Sunsets On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Blue skies Select Forested areas Align your subject in the frame.
Using Basic modes Using the Movie mode On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. In Movie mode, you can customize settings to record HD videos Select of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as MP4 (H.264) files. Set desired options.
Using Basic modes Using the Scene mode Pause recording The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as preset for a specific scene.
Using Basic modes Using the Live Panorama mode Option Description Capture still-life scenes and landscapes. Landscape In Live Panorama mode, you can capture a wide panoramic scene in a single photo. Capture and combine a series of photos Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking Sunset to create a panoramic image.
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Using Basic modes With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the • For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the direction that will let it capture the rest of the panorama. following: • When the viewfinder is aligned with the next scene, the - moving the camera too quickly or too slowly camera captures the next photo automatically.
Using Scene modes Capture photos by selecting appropriate modes for various scenes. Using the Picture in Picture mode Press [ ] to set the photo as the background image. • To recapture a background photo, press [ In Picture in Picture mode, you can capture or select a full-sized background photo, and then insert a smaller photo or video into the foreground.
Using Scene modes Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] Using the Beauty Shot mode to capture and insert a photo. In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to • The insertion window appears larger when you half-press hide facial imperfections.
Using Scene modes Using the Intelligent Portrait mode Press [ / ] to adjust Face Tone. • For example, increase the face tone setting to make skin In Intelligent Portrait mode, the camera detects the face of a appear lighter. subject and automatically enlarges the face, crops the photo around the face, and then saves the original photo and 2 portraits in 3 separate files.
Using Scene modes Using the Night Shot mode Using the Close-up Shot mode In Night Shot mode, you can use a slow shutter speed to extend In Close-up Shot mode, you can capture close-up photos of the time the shutter stays open. Increase the aperture value to subjects, such as flowers or insects.
Using Magic modes Capture a photo or record a video with various effects. Using the Magic Frame mode Using the Funny Face mode In Magic Frame mode, you can apply various frame effects to Capture a photo with effects that distort the face. your photos.
Using Magic modes Press [ Using the Photo Filter mode Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Select Distortion Level. Press [ / ] to adjust Distortion Level. Press [ ] to save the setting. Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Miniature Vignetting Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.
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Using Magic modes Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press Option Description [Shutter] to focus. Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear Miniature in miniature. Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and Vignetting strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras.
Using Magic modes Using the Movie Filter mode Option Description Apply various filter effects to your videos to create unique images. Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and Palette Effect 1 strong color. On the Home screen, scroll to <Magic>. Make scenes clean and clear.
Using Magic modes Using the Split Shot mode Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. In Split Shot mode, you can capture several photos and arrange them with preset layouts. Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. On the Home screen, scroll to <Magic>.
Using Magic modes Using the Artistic Brush mode Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. In Artistic Brush mode, you can capture a photo, and then view a video that shows how to apply the filter effect. Press [Shutter] to capture a photo.
Using Magic modes Using the Motion Photo mode Rotate [Zoom] to the left or right to reduce or enlarge the area. In Motion Photo mode, you can capture and combine a series of photos, and then select an area to be animated to create a GIF animation.
Shooting options Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode. Selecting a resolution and quality Detecting eye blinking …………………… 67 ………… 56 Using Smart Face Recognition …………… 67 Selecting a resolution …………………… 56 Registering faces as your favorites Selecting an image quality ………………… 57 (My Star) …………………………………...
Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution Setting the video resolution As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include In Video Shooting mode, press [ more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen.
Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting an image quality Setting the video quality The camera compresses and saves the videos you record in Set the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality MP4 (H.264) format. settings will result in larger file sizes. In Video Shooting mode, press [ Setting the photo quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in...
Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Press [Shutter] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo after the specified time has elapsed.
Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye Using the flash If the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you a red glow may appear in the person’s eyes.
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Shooting in the dark Icon Description • Flash options are not available if you set Burst options or select Self-Portrait or Blink Detection. Red-eye: • Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance • The flash will fire twice when the subject or from the flash.
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.
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using macro In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Focus Normal (AF) Macro...
Changing the camera’s focus Using tracking auto focus • If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, center of the screen. even when you are moving.
Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. In Shooting mode, press [ Select Focus Area. Select an option. Icon Description Center AF: Focus on the center of the frame (suitable when subjects are located at or near the center).
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.
Using Face Detection Capturing a self portrait shot Capturing a smile shot Capture photos of yourself. The camera sets the focus distance The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a to close-up, and then emits a beep when ready. smiling face.
Using Face Detection Detecting eye blinking Using Smart Face Recognition If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photos in succession. photograph. The Smart Face Recognition feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces and on favorite In Shooting mode, press [ faces.
Using Face Detection Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) When you are finished capturing the photos, the face list appears. You can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and • Your favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list.
Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Select a value to adjust the exposure. • The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases. Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark.
Adjusting brightness and color Compensating for backlighting (ACB) Changing the metering option When the light source is behind your subject or there is high The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera contrast between your subject and the background, your subject measures the quantity of light.
Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a White Balance setting In Shooting mode, press [ The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the Select White Balance. light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a White Balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting Select an option.
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Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own White Balance You can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper, under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual scene.
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. Also, it can be difficult to adjust the exposure correctly and select a proper light source. In these cases, select one of the burst modes. Icon Description Motion Capture: While you are pressing [Shutter], the...
Adjusting images Adjust the sharpness, contrast, or saturation of your photos. In Shooting mode, press [ Press [ / ] to adjust each value. Sharpness Description Select Image Adjust. Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for Select an option. editing the photos on your computer).
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 Video Shooting mode, press [ Select Voice.
Available shooting options by shooting mode For details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options". Smart Live Picture in Beauty Intelligent Smart Auto Program Movie Scene Movie Panorama Picture Shot Portrait Resolution Quality Timer ...
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Available shooting options by shooting mode Close-up Magic Artistic Motion Night Shot Funny Face Photo Filter Movie Filter Split Shot Shot Frame Brush Photo Resolution Quality Timer Flash ...
Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, or TV. Viewing photos or videos in Transferring files to your Playback mode Windows computer ……………………………...
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos or videos and how to manage files. Starting Playback mode Photo file information View photos or play videos stored in your camera. Memory in use Press [ •...
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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Video file information Ranking your favorite faces You can rank your favorite faces. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. In Playback mode, press [ Select Face List.
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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting favorite faces Viewing files by category in Smart Album You can delete your favorite faces. The favorite face feature is View files by category, such as date, face, or file type. available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left.
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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Scroll to a desired list, and then press [ ] to Viewing files as thumbnails open the list. Scan thumbnails of files. Scroll to a desired file, and then press [ ] to In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left to view thumbnails (12 at a time).
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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting files Deleting multiple files You can select multiple files, and then delete them at once. Protect your files from accidental deletion. In Playback mode, press [ In Playback mode, press [ • When in thumbnails view, press [ ], select Select Protect →...
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing photos Deleting all files You can select all files, and then delete them at once. Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. In Playback mode, press [ Enlarging a photo •...
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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing panoramic photos Description View photos captured in Live Panorama mode. Move the enlarged area Press [ / / / ]. ], and then select Yes. (The Press [ In Playback mode, press [ / ] to scroll to a desired trimmed photo will be saved as a new file.
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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing animated photos Playing a slide show View animated GIF files repeatedly that were captured in Motion Apply effects and audio to a slide show of your photos. Photo mode. The slide show function does not work for videos and GIF files. In Playback mode, press [ / ] to scroll to a desired In Playback mode, press [ GIF file.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Press [ Playing a video In Playback mode, you can view a video, and then capture or trim Select Start Slide Show. parts of the playing video. You can save the captured or trimmed segments as new files.
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Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Trimming a video Capturing an image from video In Playback mode, select a video, and then press While viewing a video, press [ ] at the point where you want to capture an image. Select Trim Movie.
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.
Editing a photo Rotating a photo Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos. On the Home screen, scroll to <Album>. On the Home screen, scroll to <Album>. Select Select Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo.
Editing a photo Adjusting your photos Option Description Learn how to adjust the brightness, contrast, or saturation or how Ink Painting Apply a watercolor painting effect. to correct the red-eye effect. If the center of a photo is dark, you Apply an oil painting effect.
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Editing a photo Retouching faces Press [ / ] to adjust the option. On the Home screen, scroll to <Album>. Press [ Select Press [ ] to save. Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. Adjusting dark subjects (ACB) Select Face Retouch.
Editing a photo Creating a print order (DPOF) Select photos to print and save print options in the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF). This information is saved in the MISC folder on your memory card for convenient printing on DPOF- compatible printers.
Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Turn on your TV, and then select the A/V video source with the TV remote control. Select Turn on your camera.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Transfer files to your Windows computer, edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them to the web. Requirements • The requirements are recommendation only. Intelli-studio may not work properly even when the computer meets the requirements, Item Requirements depending on the condition of your computer.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files with Intelli-studio Turn on the camera. • When the Intelli-studio installation pop-up appears on the You can download Intelli-studio from the linked webpage and computer screen, follow the on-screen instructions to install it on your computer. When you connect the camera to complete the installation.
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Transferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files. For details, select Help → Help from the program toolbar. • You can update the firmware of your camera by selecting Web Support → Upgrade firmware for the connected device from the program toolbar. •...
Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files by connecting the camera Description as a removable disk Open menus. Display files in the selected folder. Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. Switch to the Photo edit mode. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Turn on the camera. Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. With Windows Vista and Windows 7, the methods for disconnecting the camera are similar. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer in the pop-up window.
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 Turn on the camera.
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, scroll to <Basic>. Configuring print settings Select Press [ ] to configure print settings. Select Connectivity → USB → Printer. Print Size Turn on the printer, and then connect your camera to the...
Wireless network (ST200F/ST201F/ST205F only) Learn to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs) and use functions. Connecting to a WLAN and configuring Uploading photos to a cloud server ………115 network settings ……………………………103 Using Auto Backup to send photos or Connecting to a WLAN ………………… 103 videos ………………………………………116 Using the login browser …………………...
"Entering text". (p. 106) • When a login page appears, refer to "Using the login browser". Wi-Fi Setting (p. 104) Samsung 1 • When you select an unsecured AP, the camera will connect to the WLAN. Samsung 2 If you select a WPS profile supported AP, select WPS PIN, •...
Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Using the login browser Setting network options You can enter your login information via the login browser when In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, connecting to some APs, sharing sites, or cloud servers. and then press [ ].
Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Network connection tips • If you cannot connect to a WLAN, try another AP from the available AP list. • The quality of the network connection will be determined by • You can also connect to free WLANs in some foreign countries. the AP.
Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Entering text Icon Description Learn how to enter text. The icons in the table below let you move Switch between Symbol mode and ABC mode. the cursor, change the case, etc. Press [ / / / ] to move to a desired key, and then press [ ] to enter the key.
Android 2.2 or higher, but Samsung makes no guarantee of its functionality. • You should install the Samsung MobileLink app ication on your phone or device before using this feature. You can download the application from Samsung Apps or Android market.
Android 2.2 or higher, but Samsung makes no guarantee of its functionality. • You should install the application on the device before using this feature. You can download the application from Samsung Apps or Android market. On the camera's Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>.
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Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus. • The focus is automatically set to multi-AF. Release to capture the photo. The photo will be saved in your camera. • •...
Using photo or video sharing websites Upload your photos or videos to file sharing websites. Available websites will be displayed on your camera. Accessing a website Uploading photos or videos On the Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>. Access the website with your camera. Select Scroll to files to upload, and then press [ •...
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Using photo or video sharing websites • The maximum photo resolution you can upload is 2M, and the longest video you can upload is 30 seconds at resolution or a video recorded using . If the selected photo resolution is higher than 2M, it will be automatically resized to a lower resolution.
Sending photos or videos via email You can change settings in the email menu, and send photos or videos stored on the camera via email. Changing email settings Select the Email box, enter your email address, and then select Done. In the email menu, you can change settings for storing your information.
Sending photos or videos via email Sending photos or videos via email If you lost your password, you can reset it by selecting Reset on the password setting screen. When you reset the information, previously saved You can send photos or videos stored on the camera via email. user's setting information, email address, and recently sent email list will be For information about entering text, refer to "Entering text".
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Sending photos or videos via email Scroll to files to send, and then press [ • Even if a photo appears to have transferred successfully, errors with • You can select up to 20 files and the total size must be the recipient’s email account may cause the photo to be rejected or 10 MB or less.
Uploading photos to a cloud server You can upload your photos to SkyDrive. To upload photos, you must visit the Microsoft website and register before connecting your camera. On the camera's Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>. Login with your ID and password. •...
Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos You can send photos or videos that you captured with the camera to a PC wirelessly. The Auto Backup feature works only with the Windows OS. Installing the program for Auto Backup on Sending photos or videos to a PC your PC On the camera's Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>.
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Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos • If the PC supports the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature, you can turn on the PC automatically by searching for the PC from your camera. (p. 121) • When you connect the camera to the WLAN, select the AP that is connected to the PC.
Viewing photos or videos on a TV Link-enabled TV TV Link is a technology for sharing media files between a camera and TV connected to the same AP device. With this technology, you can view your photos or videos on a widescreen TV. On the Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>.
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Viewing photos or videos on a TV Link-enabled TV • You can share up to 1,000 photos or videos. • On a TV screen, you can view only photos or videos captured with your camera. • The range of the wireless connection between your camera and a TV may vary depending on the specifications of the AP.
Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct When the camera connects via a WLAN to a device that supports the Wi-Fi Direct function, you can send photos to the device. This feature may not be supported on some devices. On the device, turn on the Wi-Fi Direct option. On the camera, in Playback mode, scroll to a photo.
About the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature With the WOL feature, you can automatically turn on or wake up a PC with your camera. This feature has been available for Samsung desktop PCs for the last 5 years (not available for all-in-one PCs).
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About the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature Setting the PC to turn on Select drivers related to network adapter. Turn on the PC and press F2 while the PC is booting. • The BIOS setting menu will appear. Click Advanced tab and then set WOL menus. Select Advanced tab →...
Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings. Settings menu ………………………………………… 124 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 124 Sound ……………………………………………… 125 Display ……………………………………………… 125 Connectivity ………………………………………… 126 General ……………………………………………… 127...
Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. Accessing the settings menu Select an item. Sound On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Volume Medium Select Beep Sound Shutter Sound Sound 1 Select a menu. Start Sound Settings AF Sound Sound Back Select...
Settings menu Sound Display * Default * Default Item Description Item Description Set the volume of all sounds. Set a start image to display when the camera Volume (Off, Low, Medium*, High) turns on. • Off*: Display no start image. Set to emit a sound when you press the buttons Beep Sound •...
Settings menu Connectivity * Default Item Description * Default Adjust the brightness of the screen. Item Description (Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright) Display Set the video signal output for your region. Brightness Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have NTSC: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, •...
Settings menu General * Default Item Description * Default Specify how to name files. Item Description Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 • Device Information when you insert a new memory card, format a See the Mac address and serial number of your (ST200F/ST201F/ memory card, or delete all files.
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Settings menu * Default * Default Item Description Item Description Set whether or not to display the date and time Format the internal memory and the memory on captured photos. (Off*, Date, Date & Time) card. Formatting will delete all files, including protected files.
Appendixes Get information about error messages, specifications, and maintenance. Error messages ……………………………………… 130 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 132 Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 132 Using or storing the camera ………………………… 133 About memory cards ……………………………… 134 About the battery …………………………………… 137 Before contacting a service center …………………...
Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Error message Suggested remedies • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on Network connection disconnected while Device again. transferring photos. Select a TV Link device disconnected.
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Error messages Error message Suggested remedies Capture photos or insert a memory card that No Image File contains some photos. Network connection disconnected while Photo transfer transferring photos. Try turning on the TV Link failed. feature again. The camera has failed to receive a photo from Photo reception the sending camera.
Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Camera lens and display 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 maintenance Using or storing the camera Using on beaches or shores • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in similar areas. Inappropriate places to use or store the camera • Your camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery, •...
Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results face. Take the camera to a Samsung service center to have it from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty.
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Camera maintenance Memory card capacity Video The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes Size 30fps 15fps or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a Approx. Approx. 1 GB microSD card: 14' 55" 28' 54" 1280 X 720 Photo Approx.
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Camera maintenance Cautions when using memory cards • Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a • Avoid exposing memory cards to very cold or very hot soft cloth before you insert the memory card in your camera.
Record videos at resolution and Videos 90 min 30 FPS. • The figures above are measured by Samsung’s standards. Your results may differ, depending on your actual usage. • Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time. •...
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Camera maintenance Low battery message Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from When the battery has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the "Low Battery" message will appear. damage Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and –...
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Camera maintenance • If you reconnect the power cable when the battery is fully Handling and disposing of batteries and chargers with care charged, the status lamp turns on for approximately 30 minutes. • Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly. •...
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Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is • Do not disassemble or puncture the battery with any handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, sharp object. follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • Avoid exposing the battery to high pressure or crushing •...
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.
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Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies The flash may fire due to static electricity. • Make sure that the focus option you set The flash fires unexpectedly The camera is not malfunctioning. is suitable for close-up shots. (p. 62) •...
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In camera this case, click Start → All Programs • Make sure that you are using a supported → SAMSUNG → Intelli-studio → operating system. Intelli-studio on your computer. The file transmission may be interrupted by Your computer...
150 cm-infinity Total pixels Approximately 16.4 mega-pixels Shutter speed Lens • Smart Auto: 1/8-1/2,000 sec. Samsung 10X Zoom Lens f = 4.85–48.5 mm Focal length • Program: 1-1/2,000 sec. (35 mm film equivalent: 27–270 mm) • Night: 16-1/2,000 sec. F-stop range F3.1 (W)–F5.6 (T)
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1024 X 768 1,582 2,505 3,006 Storage These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard • Internal memory: Approximately 16 MB conditions. Your results may vary depending on the • External memory (Optional): shooting conditions and camera settings. microSD card (1–2 GB guaranteed),...
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Camera specifications Interface Operating Temperature Digital output 0–40 °C USB 2.0 connector Operating Humidity Audio input/ 5–85 % Internal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Mono) output Software Video output A/V: NTSC, PAL (selectable) Intelli-studio DC power input connector Specifications may change without notice to improve performance. Power source Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (BP85A, 850 mAh)
Glossary ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) Composition This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. when the subject is backlit or when there is a high contrast Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition. between your subject and the background.
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Glossary DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Exposure A format for writing printing information, such as selected images The amount of light allowed to reach the camera’s sensor. and number of prints, on a memory card. DPOF-compatible Exposure is controlled by a combination of the shutter speed, the printers, sometimes available at photo shops, can read the aperture value, and ISO sensitivity.
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Glossary Image sensor Macro The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for This feature allows you to capture close-up photos of very small each pixel in the image. Each photosite records the brightness of objects. When using the macro feature, the camera can maintain the light that strikes it during an exposure.
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Glossary Optical zoom Vignetting This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and A reduction of an image’s brightness or saturation at the periphery does not deteriorate quality of images. (outer edges) compared to the center of the image. Vignetting can draw interest to subjects positioned in the center of an image.
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PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics' commitment to sustainable development and social responsibility through eco-driven business and management activities. 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...
Declaration of Conformity Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not Trade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Model No.
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Complies with CAUTION Approved by PTA, IDA Standards year 2012 DA100790 RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. No.: ESD-1105878C NO-L-14041/01/2011/ETA/2011 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1669/2012/WRLO (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,...
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(Name and signature of authorized person) (2006/95/EC) and the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC) by application of: * This is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the EN 60950-1:2006+A1:2010 EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003 address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see...
Dansk Hiermit erklärt Samsung Electronic, dass sich die Digitalkamera in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den Deutsch übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. Käesolevaga kinnitab Samsung Electronics digitaalkaamera vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist Eesti tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele. Hereby, Samsung Electronics declares that this digital camera is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant English provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Por medio de la presente Samsung Electronics declara que la cámara digital cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera Español otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ η Samsung Electronics ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ η ψηφιακή φωτογραφική μηχανή ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ Ελληνική...
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Declaration sentence in official languages Nation Declaration Hawnhekk, Samsung Electronics, tiddikjara li din il-kamera diġitali hi konformi mar-rekwiżiti essenzjali u ma' dispożizzjonijiet rilevanti Malti oħrajn ta' Direttiva 1999/5/KE. A Samsung Electronics kijelenti, hogy ez a digitális fényképezőgép megfelel az 1999/5/EK irányelv alapvetõ követelményeinek és Magyar egyéb vonatkozó elõírásainak. Niniejszym firma Samsung Electronics oświadcza, że ten aparat cyfrowy jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi Polski stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/WE. Samsung Electronics declara que esta câmera digital está conforme os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva Português 1999/5/CE. Samsung Electronics izjavlja, da je ta digitalni fotoaparat v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive Slovensko 1999/5/ES. Samsung Electronics týmto vyhlasuje, že tento digitálny fotoaparát spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Slovensky Smernice 1999/5/ES. Samsung Electronics vakuuttaa täten että tämä digitaalikamera on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien Suomi direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Härmed intygar Samsung Electronicsatt dessa digitalkameror står i överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga Svenska relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. С настоящото Samsung Electronics декларира, че този цифров фотоапарат е в съответствие със съществените изисквания и Български другите приложими разпоредби на Директива 1999/5/ЕК. Prin prezenta, Samsung Electronics, declară că această cameră foto digitală este în conformitate cu cerinţele esenţiale şi alte Română prevederi relevante ale Directivei 1999/5/CE.
Index AF-assist light Battery Camera maintenance 132 Date/Time Set 127 Location 15 Caution 138 Camera specifications 144 Deleting files 83 Settings 128 Charging 18 Capturing an image from Digital Print Order Format Inserting 17 AF Lamp 128 video 88 (DPOF) 93 Beauty Shot mode 45 AF Sound 125 Charging 18...
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Index Intelligent Portrait mode 46 Motion Capture 73 Intelli-studio 97 Movie Filter mode 51 Face Detection 65 Half-press shutter 34 Intelli zoom 32 Movie mode 40 Flash Home screen 22 Auto 59 ISO sensitivity 61 My star Fill in 60 Cancelling 81 Off 59 Ranking 80...
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Index Power button 15 Playback mode 89 Red-eye fix 60 Shooting mode 56 Self portrait 66 Power save mode 126 Thumbnails 82 Smart Face Recognition 67 Retouching faces Printing photos 101 Timer Smile Shot 66 Playback mode 92 Shooting mode 58 Program mode 38 Shutter button 15 Shooting mode 45...
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Index Video Zoom Playback mode 87 Using the zoom 31 Shooting mode 40 Zoom button 16 Zoom sound settings 75 Video out 126 Viewing files Animated photos 86 Panoramic photos 85 Slide show 86 Smart Album 81 Thumbnails 82 TV 94 Website Accessing 110 Uploading photos or videos...
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Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website www.samsung.com for after-sales service or inquiries.