Samsung GALAXY S8 User Manual page 79

Take Pictures and Record Videos
The following topics teach you how to take pictures and
record videos with your phone's camera.
Capturing Pictures/Videos
File Format for Pictures: File format for pictures is
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JPEG or RAW format.
• File Format for Videos: File format for videos is
MPEG4.
Camera Cautions
• If Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on
lens prevent capturing of clear still images/videos.
Wipe lens with a soft cloth beforehand.
Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight: Be careful not to
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expose lens to direct sunlight for long periods. May
discolor color filter and affect color of images.
Apps
Take a Picture
You can take high-resolution pictures using your
phone's camera.
Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and
videos are stored to the SD card. If no card is installed,
pictures and videos are saved to your phone's memory.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Camera, and use the display screen as a
viewfinder by aiming the camera at the subject.
While composing your picture, use the available
options or these gestures:
To focus the shot, tap the screen. When you
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tap the screen, a brightness scale is displayed.
Slide the light bulb up or down to adjust the
brightness.
To add an effects filter, swipe to the left and tap
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a preview filter to apply it to the screen.
To add a shooting mode, swipe to the right and
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select a mode.
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