Samsung Camera Dv150f User Manual

							Using Magic modes
Extended functions  60
Using the Split Shot mode
In Split Shot mode, you can capture several photos and arrange them with preset 
layouts.
1 On the Home screen, scroll to .
2 Select .
3 Select a split style.
• To adjust the sharpness of the dividing line, press [m], and then select 
Line Blur  “ a desired value.
• To apply a Smart Filter effect to part of the shot, press [m], and then 
select Smart Filter  “  a desired option. You can apply different Smart Filter 
effects to each part of the shot.
Panel off
4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to 
focus.
5 Press [Shutter] to capture a photo.
• Repeat steps 4 and 5 to capture the rest of the photos.
• To recapture a photo, press [f].
• The resolution is automatically set to  or smaller.
• The available zoom range may be less than in other shooting modes. 
						

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Using the Motion Photo mode
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. This mode is available only 
when you insert a memory card into the camera.
1 On the Home screen, scroll to .
2 Select .
3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to 
focus.
4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.
• The camera captures multiple photos while the status lamp is blinking.
5 Press [D/c/F/t] to scroll to an area to be animated.
• To recapture a photo, press [m].
6 Rotate [Zoom ] to the left or right to reduce or enlarge the area.
Cancel
Save
Frame Size
7 Press [o] to save the photo.
• The resolution is automatically set to .
• Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.
• It may take longer to save files. 
						

							Selecting a resolution and quality   ……………  63
Selecting a resolution   …………………………  63
Selecting an image quality   ……………………  64
Using the timer   …………………………………  65
Shooting in the dark   ……………………………  66
Preventing red-eye   ……………………………  66
Using the flash   …………………………………  66
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity  ……………………  68
Changing the camera’s focus  ……………………  69
Using macro   ……………………………………  69
Changing the focus option   ……………………  69
Adjusting the focus area   ………………………  70
Using Face Detection   ……………………………  72
Detecting faces   …………………………………  72
Capturing a smile shot   …………………………  72
Detecting eye blinking   …………………………  73
Tips for detecting faces   …………………………  73
Adjusting brightness and color  …………………  74
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV )   …………  74
Compensating for backlighting (ACB)   …………  75
Changing the metering option  …………………  75
Selecting a White Balance setting  ………………  76
Using burst modes   ………………………………  78
Adjusting images …………………………………  79
Reducing the sound of the zoom   ………………  80
Available shooting options by shooting  
mode
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Shooting options
Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode. 
						

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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. When you use a high 
resolution, the file size will also increase.
Setting the photo resolution
1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Photo Size. 
3 Select an option.
Icon Description
4608 X 3456: Print on A1 paper.
4608 X 3072: Print on A1 paper in wide ratio (3:2).
4608 X 2592: Print on A1 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play 
back on an HDTV.
3648 X 2736: Print on A2 paper.
2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper.
1984 X 1488: Print on A5 paper.
1920 X 1080: Print on A5 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play 
back on an HDTV.
1024 X 768: Attach to an email.
Setting the video resolution
1 In Video Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Movie Size.
3 Select an option.
Icon Description
1280 X 720: HD files to play back on an HDTV.
640 X 480: SD files to play back on an analog TV.
320 X 240: Post on a web page.
For Sharing: Post on a website using the wireless network  
(30 seconds maximum).
Selecting a resolution and quality
Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. 
						

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Selecting an image quality
Set a photo quality setting. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file 
sizes. The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Quality.
3 Select an option.
Icon Description
Super Fine: Capture photos in super high quality.
Fine: Capture photos in high quality.
Normal: Capture photos in normal quality. 
						

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1 In Shooting mode, press [t].
Off
10 Sec
2 Sec
Double
Timer
Exit Select
2 Select an option.
Icon Description
Off
: The timer is not active.
10 Sec: Capture a photo after a 10-second delay.
2 Sec: Capture a photo after a 2-second delay.
Double: Capture one photo after a 10-second delay and another 
photo after a 2-second delay.
Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions.
3 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.
• The front display will start a countdown before shooting.
• Press [Shutter] or [t] to cancel the timer.
• Depending on the Face Detection options you selected, the timer function may 
not be available.
• Timer options are not available if you set burst options.
• In some modes, you can also set the timer option by pressing [m], and then 
selecting Timer.
Using the timer
Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 
						

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Preventing red-eye
When 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. 
Refer to flash options in "Using the flash."
S  Before correctionS  After correction
Using the flash
Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in 
your photos.
1 In Shooting mode, press [F].
Exit Select
Flash
Off
Auto
Red-eye
Fill in
Slow Sync
Red-eye Fix
2 Select an option.
Icon Description
Off:
• The flash will not fire.
• The camera will display the shake warning  when you are 
shooting in low light.
Auto : The camera will select a proper flash setting for the scene it 
detects in Smart Auto mode.
Shooting in the dark
Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. 
						

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Icon Description
Auto: The flash will fire automatically when the subject or 
background is dark.
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:
• The flash always fires.
• The camera automatically adjusts light intensity.
Slow Sync :
• The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.
• This option is recommended when you want to capture more 
ambient light to reveal more details in the background.
• Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.
• The camera will display the shake warning  when you are 
shooting in low light.
Red-eye Fix:
• The flash fires twice when the subject or background is dark. 
The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software 
analysis.
• There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not 
move until the flash fires a second time.
Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions.
• Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select Blink Detection .
• Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the 
flash. (p.149)
• If light from the flash is reflected or there is a substantial amount of dust in the 
air, tiny spots may appear in your photo.
• In some modes, you can also set the flash option by pressing [m], and then 
selecting Flash. 
						

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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. Use a higher ISO sensitivity 
to capture better photos and reduce camera shake when not using the flash.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select ISO.
3 Select an option.
• Select  to use an appropriate ISO sensitivity based on the brightness of 
the subject and lighting.
Higher ISO sensitivities may result in more image noise. 
						

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Changing the camera’s focus
Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions.
Changing the focus option
You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus option according to 
the distance between the camera and subjects.
1 In Shooting mode, press [c].
ExitSelect
Focus
Normal (AF)
Macro
Using macro
Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. (Refer 
to "Changing the focus option".)
• Try to hold the camera firmly to prevent blurry photos.
• Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm.