Section 5: Pictures And Videos; Using The Camera - Samsung galaxy note 3 User Manual

Section 5: Pictures and Videos

This section explains features related to the use of the camera
and camcorder on your phone. You can take photographs and
shoot video by using the built-in camera functionality. Your 13
megapixel camera produces photos in JPEG format.
Important! Do not take photos of people without their
permission.
Do not take photos in places where cameras are not
allowed.
Do not take photos in places where you may
interfere with another person's privacy.

Using the Camera

Taking Photos
Taking pictures with your device's built-in camera is as simple
as choosing a subject, pointing the camera, then pressing the
camera key.
Note: When taking a photo in direct sunlight or in bright
conditions, shadows may appear on the photo.
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1. From the main Home screen, tap Camera
activate the camera mode.
2. Using the phone's main display screen as a viewfinder,
adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject.
3. Before you take a picture, use the Up and Down Volume
keys to zoom in or out. You can magnify the picture up
to x4 (400 percent).
– or –
Pinch the screen to zoom out or pinch outwards to zoom
in.
4. If desired, before taking the photo, you can tap
on-screen icons to access various camera options and
settings.
5. You can also tap the screen to move the focus to the
area you touch.
6. Press the Camera key (
automatically stored within your designated storage
location. If no microSD is installed, all pictures are
stored on the Phone.)
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