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Samsung WB210 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Manual WB210 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 unauthorized 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. • microSD™ and microSDHC™ are registered trademarks of the SD Association. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition Multimedia Interface"...
  • 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 is caused by the reflection of light from the camera flash off the back of the eye. •...

  • 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 • Night Shot mode • Flash options • ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) Capturing action photos •...
  • 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 ... 49 Selecting a resolution and quality ... 50 Selecting a resolution ... 50 Selecting image quality ... 51 Shooting in the dark ... 53 Preventing red-eye ... 53 Using the flash ... 53 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ... 55 Changing the camera’s focus ...
  • Page 12 Contents Playback/Editing ... 76 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ... 77 Starting Playback mode ... 77 Viewing photos ... 84 Playing a video ... 86 Playing a voice memo ... 87 Editing a photo ... 89 Resizing photos ... 89 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. Optional accessories Camera AC adapter/USB cable Camera case A/V cable HDMI cable Rechargeable battery Strap Battery charger Memory card/ Memory card adapter User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product. Basic functions...

  • 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 USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable HDMI port Accepts HDMI cable Speaker AF-assist light/Timer lamp Basic functions Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery...
  • Page 16 Camera layout Microphone Playback button Touch screen Home button Basic functions Zoom button • In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out • In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails Status lamp • Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus •...

  • 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 up. Rechargeable battery Removing the battery and memory card Memory card Battery lock Rechargeable battery You can use the internal memory for temporary storage if a memory card is not inserted.

  • 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 drag your finger toward 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 settings. Basic functions...

  • 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. The touch screen works best when you touch it with the soft part of your finger. 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 screen display type 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. Super Super Close-up Shot P Mode...

  • Page 26: Rearranging Icons

    Using the Home screen Icon Description Smart Filter: Touch a shooting mode button (photo or movie) on the screen to capture a photo or video and apply various filter effects. (p. 44) Palette Effect Recording: Record a video with palette effects.

  • Page 27: Using The Help Mode

    Using the Help mode You can view a simple application description and an operation guide in Help mode. Viewing the Application description On the Home screen, touch Help Magazine Slide Show Edit View Delete Reset Touch and hold a part of the screen, and then drag your finger to select an option.

  • Page 28: Capturing Photos

    Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Easy Shot mode. On the Home screen, touch Super P Mode Easy Shot Close-up Wide Shot Shot Timer Shot One touch Album Settings shot Align your subject in the frame. Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

  • Page 29: Zooming

    Capturing photos Zooming You can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 12X Optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 5X Digital zoom. The Intelli zoom and Digital zoom cannot be used at the same time. Zoom out Zoom in The available zoom ratio for videos differs from photo zoom ratio.
  • Page 30 Capturing photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 24 times.

  • Page 31: 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 32: 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 F2.9 F2.9 1/45S 1/45S automatically.

  • Page 33: 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 34: 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 …………………… 34 Using the Easy Shot mode ……………… 34 Using the One Touch Shot mode ………… 36 Using the Timer Shot mode ………………...

  • Page 35: Using Shooting Modes

    Using shooting modes Capture photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Easy Shot mode In Easy Shot mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings when you touch a shooting mode button (photo or movie). The Easy Shot mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.
  • Page 36 Using shooting modes Available scenes in photo mode Icon Description Landscapes Scenes with bright white backgrounds Landscapes at night (when the flash is off) Portraits at night Landscapes with backlighting Portraits with backlighting Portraits Close-up photos of objects Close-up photos of text Sunsets Clear skies Forested areas...

  • Page 37: Using The One Touch Shot Mode

    Using shooting modes Using the One Touch Shot mode In One Touch Shot mode, you can capture a photo with the touch of your finger. On the Home screen, touch Touch a subject on the screen to capture the photo. Using the Timer Shot mode In Timer Shot mode, you can set the camera to capture a photo automatically after a specified number of seconds by setting the...

  • Page 38: Using The Close-Up Shot Mode

    Using shooting modes Press [Shutter] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo at the specified time. Press [Shutter] to cancel the timer. Using the Close-up Shot mode In Close-up Shot mode, you can capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects.

  • Page 39: Using The Super Wide Shot Mode

    Using shooting modes Using the Super Wide Shot mode In Super Wide Shot mode, you can capture a landscape photo with a super-wide, 21mm focal length. You can also emphasize subjects' upper or lower body by shooting at high or low angles. High angle Low angle Landscape...

  • Page 40: Using The Night Shot Mode

    Using shooting modes Using the Night Shot mode In Night Shot 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 to the arrow directions below to adjust shutter speed and aperture value.

  • Page 41: Using The Hd Movie Recording Mode

    Using shooting modes Using the HD Movie Recording mode In HD Movie Recording mode, you can record high-definition videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as MP4 (H.264) files. • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by the international standard organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T.

  • Page 42: Using The Sd Movie Recording Mode

    Using shooting modes Using the SD Movie Recording mode In SD Movie Recording mode, you can record a video in 640 X 480 resolution which can be easily uploaded to the web. You can record SD-definition videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as MP4 (H.264) files.

  • Page 43: Using Effect Modes

    Using effect modes Capture photos or record videos with various effects. Using the Beauty Shot mode In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. On the Home screen, touch Drag the sliders or touch the sample photos to adjust Face Tone and Face Retouch.

  • Page 44: Using The Magic Frame Shot Mode

    Using effect modes Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • When the camera can apply the Object Highlight effect, will appear. • When the camera cannot apply the Object Highlight effect, will appear. If this occurs, adjust the distance from the camera to the subject. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.

  • Page 45: Using The Smart Filter Mode

    Using effect modes Using the Smart Filter mode In Smart Filter mode, you can apply various filter effects to your photos. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye Sketch On the Home screen, touch • The photo mode is set by default. • To switch to movie mode, touch Touch a desired filter.
  • Page 46 Using effect modes Available filters in photo mode Option Description Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in Miniature miniature. Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and Vignetting strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Soft-Focus Hide facial imperfections or apply dreamy effects. Old Film 1 Apply vintage film effect 1.

  • Page 47: Using The Palette Effect Recording Mode

    Using effect modes Using the Palette Effect Recording mode In Palette Effect Recording 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 a Palette Effect 1 red tone.

  • Page 48: 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 the shooting conditions, circumstances, etc. You will get the best sound quality when you speak 16 in (40 cm) from the camera. Recording a voice memo On the Home screen, touch Touch m...

  • Page 49: Adding A Voice Memo To A Photo

    Recording voice memos Adding a voice memo to a photo In P Mode, you can add a voice memo to a captured photo. On the Home screen, touch Touch m Voice Memo Align your subject in the frame, and then capture a photo.

  • Page 50: Shooting Options

    Shooting options Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode. Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 50 Selecting a resolution …………………… 50 Selecting image quality …………………… 51 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 53 Preventing red-eye ……………………… 53 Using the flash …………………………… 53 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ………………...

  • Page 51: 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 52: Selecting Image Quality

    Selecting a resolution and quality Setting a video resolution In Shooting mode, touch m Movie Size. Select an option, and then touch o. Movie Size 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 53 Selecting a resolution and quality Icon Description Super Fine: Capture photos in super high quality. Fine: Capture photos in high quality. Normal: Capture photos in normal quality. Setting a photo quality is not available in Easy Shot (photo) mode. Setting the video quality The camera compresses and saves the videos you record in the MP4 (H.264) format.

  • Page 54: 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 55: 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 the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. Fill in: •...

  • Page 56: 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 the ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes.

  • Page 57: 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 58: 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 59: Adjusting The Focus Area

    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, touch m Focus Area. Select an option, and then touch o. Focus Area Multi AF One Touch Shooting...

  • Page 60: 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 61: 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 62: 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 63: 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 64 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 65: 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 66: 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. In this case, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option.

  • Page 67: 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 68 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 69: 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 rapidly capture multiple photos. In Shooting mode, touch m Drive.

  • Page 70: 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 P Mode Icon Description Normal: No effect...
  • Page 71 Applying effects/Adjusting images Icon Description Retro: Apply a sepia tone effect. Negative: Apply a negative film effect. Custom RGB: Customize a color value. Available filters in SD Movie Recording modes Icon Description Normal: No effect Miniature: Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature.
  • Page 72 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 73: 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 74: Reducing The Zoom Sound

    Reducing the zoom sound 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. Select an option, and then touch o.

  • Page 75: Available Shooting Options By Shooting Mode

    Available shooting options by shooting mode For details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options". Easy Shot Easy Shot (photo) 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 76 Available shooting options by shooting mode HD Movie SD Movie Recording Recording 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. O The option is available in this mode. Object Magic Frame Beauty Shot...

  • Page 77: 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 …………………………… 77 Starting Playback mode …………………...

  • Page 78: 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 79 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 properly play back files of unsupported sizes or files that were captured with other cameras. Viewing files with motion recognition You can view files by tilting the camera in Playback mode.
  • Page 80 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Display in Playback mode Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Play videos (p. 86) or voice memos (p. 87) Folder name – File name Video length Protected file Print order has been set (DPOF) Delete files (p.

  • Page 81: 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 then touch Touch to view only your favorite faces in the face list.
  • Page 82 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files with the page flip effect You can flip through files by dragging or flicking your finger across the screen. You can also apply a page flip effect to a slide show. On the Home screen, touch Touch a theme.
  • Page 83 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Icon Description Delete files Photo includes a voice memo Video file Voice memo file Drag the screen up or down to move to the previous or next page of thumbnails. Protecting files Protect your files to prevent accidental deletion. In Playback mode, locate the file you want to protect, Touch a file to display and then touch m.
  • Page 84 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting files Select files to delete in Playback mode. Deleting a single file You can select one file, and then delete it. In Playback mode, locate the file you want to delete, and then touch .

  • Page 85: Viewing Photos

    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the right to enlarge a portion of the photo. Rotate [Zoom] to the left to zoom out.
  • Page 86 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a slide show Apply effects and audio to a slide show of your photos. The slide show function does not work for videos or voice memos. On the Home screen, touch Touch , and then select individual photos that you want to include in the slide show.

  • Page 87: Playing A Video

    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a video In Playback mode, you can view a video, and then capture or trim parts of the playing video. You can save the captured or trimmed segments as new files. In Playback mode, locate a video, and then touch View the video.

  • Page 88: Playing A Voice Memo

    Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Capturing an image from video While viewing a video, touch at the point where you want to capture an image. Touch When the pop-up message appears, touch Yes. • The resolution of the captured image will be the same as the original video.
  • Page 89 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing voice memos that are attached to photos In Playback mode, locate a photo that includes a voice memo, and then touch Listen to a voice memo. Icon Description Pause or resume playback. Adjust the volume or mute the sound.

  • Page 90: 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 91: 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 69. •...
  • Page 92 Editing a photo Drag the slider left or right 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 93: 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 94: 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 95 (p. 106) 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 96: Transferring Files To Your Windows Computer

    Transferring files to your Windows computer Transfer files to your Windows computer, edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them to the web. Requirements Item Requirements Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz or higher/AMD Athlon™ FX 2.6 GHz or higher Minimum 512 MB RAM (1 GB or more recommended) Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 (32-bit editions) Hard disk...

  • Page 97: 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 98 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 99: 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 100: 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 101: 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 102: 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 103 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 104: Settings

    Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings. Settings menu ………………………………………… 104 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 104 Sound ……………………………………………… 105 Display ……………………………………………… 105 Connectivity ………………………………………… 106 General ……………………………………………… 107...

  • Page 105: 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. 105) Display: Customize the display settings. (p. 105) Connectivity: Set the connection options.

  • Page 106: 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 107: Connectivity

    Settings menu Item Description Set the duration for reviewing a captured image Quick View before returning to the Shooting mode. (Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec) If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the camera automatically switches to Power save mode.

  • Page 108: 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 Size resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the next lower resolution.
  • Page 109 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 110 Settings menu Item Description 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, or a computer.

  • Page 111: Appendixes

    Appendixes Get information about error messages, specifications, and maintenance. Error messages ……………………………………… 111 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 112 Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 112 Using or storing the camera ………………………… 113 About memory cards ……………………………… 114 About the battery …………………………………… 116 Before contacting a service center …………………...

  • Page 112: 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 113: 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 114: 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 115: 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 116 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ from the capacities listed below depending on the scenes you shoot or the shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB Size Super Fine Fine Normal 1,336 1,336 1,878 1,582 2,505...

  • Page 117: About The Battery

    Record videos at 1280 X 720 HQ Videos 80 min resolution and 30 FPS. • The figures above are measured using Samsung’s standards. Your reslults may differ, depending on your actual usage. • Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time.
  • Page 118 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 119 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 120 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 121: 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 122 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. The date and time are Set the date and time in the display settings. incorrect (p.
  • Page 123 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 124: Camera Specifications

    Camera specifications Image sensor Type 1/2.3" (Approximately 7.76 mm) CCD Effective pixels Approximately 14.0 mega-pixels Total pixels Approximately 16.4 mega-pixels Lens Schneider-KREUZNACH Focal length f = 4.0-48.0 mm, f = 3.5 mm (35 mm film equivalent: 24 mm-288 mm, 21 mm) •...
  • Page 125 Camera specifications Flash Mode Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Off, Red-eye Fix • Wide: 0.2 m-3.45 m (ISO Auto) Range • Tele: 1.0 m-1.7 m (ISO Auto) Recharging time Approximately 4 sec. Shake reduction OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) Effect •...
  • Page 126 Camera specifications • Modes: Easy Shot (movie)*, HD Movie Recording, SD Movie Recording, Smart Filter (movie), Palette Effect Recording * Easy Shot*: Landscape, Blue Sky, Natural Green, Sunset, Action • Format: MP4 (H.264)(Maximum recording time: 20 min) Videos • Size: 1280 X 720 HQ, 1280 X 720, 640 X 480, 320 X 240 •...
  • Page 127 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 connector Audio input/output Internal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Mono) •...

  • Page 128: 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 129 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 130 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 131 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 132 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 133: 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 WB210 Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Address : 85 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park,...

  • Page 134: Index

    Index Beauty Shot mode 42 Blink detection 61 AF-assist light location 14 Brightness settings 108 Playback mode 90 Shooting mode 64 AF Sound 105 Burst modes Album mode 80 Auto Exposure Bracket 68 Anynet+ 106 Continuous 68 Motion Capture 68 Aperture value 39 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) Playback mode 91...

  • Page 135: Optical Image Stabilization (Ois)

    Index Image adjustment brightness Guide lines 105 Playback mode 90 Shooting mode 64 contrast Playback mode 90 Shooting mode 72 Half-press shutter 31 red-eye 92 saturation HDMI Size 107 Playback mode 90 HD Movie Recording Shooting mode 72 mode 40 sharpness 72 HDTV 94 Image quality 51...
  • Page 136 Index Power save mode 106 Printing photos 101 Saturation Playback mode 90 Protecting files 82 Shooting mode 72 SD Movie Recording mode 41 Quick view 106 Self portrait shot 60 Service center 120 Settings 104 Red-eye Sharpness 72 Playback mode 92 Shooting mode 53 Shooting portraits Beauty Shot mode 42...
  • Page 137 Index Viewing files page flip effect 81 slide show 85 Smart album 80 thumbnails 81 TV 93 Voice memo playing 87 recording 47 White Balance 66 Zoom using the zoom 28 zoom button 15 zoom sound settings 73 Appendixes...
  • Page 138 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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