Still camera settings
To adjust the still camera settings
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Activate the camera.
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To display all settings, tap .
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Select the setting that you want to adjust, then edit as desired.
Still camera settings overview
Resolution
Choose between several resolutions and aspect ratios before taking a photo. A photo
with a higher resolution requires more memory.
8MP
3264×2448(4:3)
8 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreen
displays or print in high resolution.
5MP
3104×1746(16:9)
5 megapixel picture size with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-
widescreen displays or print in high resolution.
2MP
1920×1080(16:9)
2 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreen
displays.
2MP
1632×1224(4:3)
2 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreen
displays or print in high resolution.
This setting is only available in
Manual capturing mode.
Self-timer
With the self-timer, you can take a photo without holding the device. Use this
function to take self-portraits or group photos where everyone can be in the photo.
You can also use the self-timer if you want to avoid shaking the camera when taking
photos.
On (10 s.)
Set a 10-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.
On (2 s.)
Set a 2-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.
On (0.5 s.)
Set a half-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.
Off
The photo is taken as soon as you tap the camera screen.
Smile Shutter™
Use the Smile Shutter™ function to determine what kind of smile the camera reacts
to before taking a photo.
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Focus mode
The focus function controls which part of a photo should be sharp. When continuous
autofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area within the focus
frame stays sharp.
Single auto focus
The camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on. Touch and hold
the camera screen until the focus frame changes colour, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is
taken when you release your finger.
Face detection
The camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. The
camera automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tapping
it on the screen. When you tap the camera screen, a coloured frame shows which face is selected and in
focus. Face detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.
Touch focus
Touch a specific area on the camera screen to set the area of focus. Continuous autofocus is off. Touch
and hold the camera screen until the focus frame changes colour, indicating that the focus is set. The
photo is taken when you release your finger.
Object tracking
When you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the camera tracks it for you.
This setting is only available in
Manual capturing mode.
HDR
Use the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong back light
or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. HDR compensates for the loss of detail
and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.
This setting is only available in
Manual capturing mode.
ISO
You can reduce image blurring caused by dark conditions or moving subjects by
increasing the ISO sensitivity. Also, if you want to capture a bright image even in dark
conditions, you can set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value.
Auto
Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
100
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 100.
200
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 200.
400
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 400.
800
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 800.
1600
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 1600.
This setting is only available in
Manual capturing mode.
Metering
This function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring the
amount of light striking the image you want to capture.
Centre
Adjusts the exposure to the centre of the image.
Average
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Calculates the exposure based on the amount of light striking the whole image.
Spot
Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.
This setting is only available in
Manual capturing mode.
Image stabiliser
When taking a photo, it can be difficult to hold the device steady. The stabiliser helps
you by compensating for small movements of the hand.
This setting is only available in
Manual capturing mode.
Preview
You can choose to preview photos or videos just after you shoot them.
Unlimited
The preview of the photo or video appears after you shoot it.
5 seconds
The preview of the photo or video apears for 5 seconds after you shoot it.
3 seconds
The preview of the photo or video appears for 3 seconds after you shoot it.
Edit
The photo or video opens for editing after you shoot it.
Off
The photo or video is saved after you shoot it, and no preview appears.
Face recognition
You can register faces in the Camera application so that the camera automatically
focuses on these faces when they appear in the viewfinder.
Flash
Use the flash to take photos when lighting conditions are poor or when there is a
backlight. The following options are available when you tap the flash icon on the
camera screen:
Auto
The camera automatically determines if the lighting conditions require the use of a flash.
Fill flash
Use this setting when the background is brighter than the subject. This setting removes unwanted
dark shadows.
Red-eye reduction
Reduces the red colour of eyes when taking a photo.
Off
The flash is turned off. Sometimes photo quality can be better without the flash, even if lighting
conditions are poor. Taking a good photo without using the flash requires a steady hand. Use the
self-timer to avoid blurred photos.
Torch
The flash light is turned on when you take photos.
Scene selection
Use the Scene selection feature to quickly set up the camera for common situations
using pre-programmed scenes. The camera determines a number of settings for you
to fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible photo.
Off
The Scene selection feature is off and you can take photos manually.
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Soft Skin
Take photos of faces using an enhanced beauty effect.
Soft snap
Use for shooting photos against a soft background.
Anti motion blur
Use for minimising camera shake when shooting a slightly dark scene.
Landscape
Use for landscape photos. The camera focuses on distant objects.
Backlight correction HDR
Use to improve details in high contrast shots. The built-in backlight correction analyses the image
and automatically adjusts it to give you a perfectly lit shot.
Night portrait
Use for portrait photos taken at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to long exposure time, the
camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.
Night scene
Use when taking photos at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to long exposure time, the
camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.
Hand-held twilight
Use for taking hand-held low-light photos with reduced noise and blur.
High sensitivity
Use for taking photos without a flash under low light conditions. Reduces blur.
Gourmet
Use for shooting food arrangements in bright colour.
Pet
Use for taking photos of your pet. Reduces blur and red eyes.
Beach
Use for taking photos of seaside or lakeside scenes.
Snow
Use in bright environments to avoid overexposed photos.
Party
Use for indoor photos in poorly lit environments. This scene picks up indoor background lighting
or candlelight. Due to long exposure time, the camera must be held still or placed on a stable
surface.
Sports
Use for photos of fast-moving objects. Short exposure time minimises motion blurring.
Document
Use for photos of text or drawings. Gives the photo increased, sharper contrast.
Fireworks
Use for taking photos of fireworks in all their splendour.
This setting is only available in
Manual capturing mode.