Samsung SC-D5000-XAC - Manual (Page 99)

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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking
1. Insert the memory card (refer to page 83) and connect a power source (refer to page 27).
2. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to
(CAMERA) mode and turn the Mode Dial to
select (PROGRAM) mode.
3. Frame your subject.
Frame your subject using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
Use the Zoom Lever to zoom in or zoom out.
4. Set the focus by pressing the PHOTO button halfway down.
Locate your main subject inside the focus area indicated by , then press the PHOTO button
halfway down to focus on your main subject.
You can move your camera to the desired framing after the focus is locked.
Depending on lighting conditions, the built-in flash may pop up.
5. Fully press the PHOTO button to take the picture.
The picture is taken and saved into the memory card within few seconds.
Taking another picture within this interval is not possible.
The Memory Card indicator will blink during the time it takes to save the image.
✤ EASYQ mode is the most convenient, fully automatic camera mode. With one press of the EASYQ button, the camera is
automatically set to create the best results under various conditions.
✤ You can switch to EASYQ mode from any camera modes excepting (MOVIE) and (PLAY) modes. Press the EASYQ
button again to return to the previous mode.
✤ The Auto Power Off feature is designed to save the battery power. If there is no operation for more than 5 minutes, the
camera will automatically turn off. To resume camera operation, press the START/STOP button once.
Taking Still Images: EASYQ Mode
Reference
Taking Still Images: (PROGRAM) Mode
Taking and Viewing Your First Photo
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