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Still camera settings
To adjust the still camera settings
1
Activate the camera.
2
To display all settings, tap .
3
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.
23MP
5520×4140(4:3)
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23-megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreen
displays or print in high resolution.
20MP
5984×3366(16:9)
20-megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreen displays.
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.
8MP
3840×2160(16:9)
8-megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreen displays.
3MP
2048×1536(4:3)
3-megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos 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.
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 with everyone in the photo. You can also use the self-
timer if you want to avoid shaking the camera when taking photos.
10 sec.
Set a 10-second delay in taking the photo from when you tap the shutter button or press the camera key.
3 sec.
Set a 3-second delay in taking the photo from when you tap the shutter button or press the camera key.
Off
The photo is taken as soon as you tap the shutter button or press the camera key.
Soft Skin Effect
You can turn on the
Soft skin effect on your device to make skin tones slightly softened
while taking selfies in
Manual and Superior auto capturing modes.
Object Tracking
When you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the camera tracks it for you.
HDR
Use the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong backlight 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 take a bright image even in dark
conditions, you can set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value.
Auto
Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
50
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 50.
100
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 100.
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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.
3200
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 3200.
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.
Face
Measures the amount of light on the face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face is neither too dark nor
too bright.
Multi
Divides the image into multiple regions, and measures each region to determine a well-balanced exposure.
Center
Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject
there.
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.
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 whether 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 color 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.
Flashlight
The flash shines continuously while taking pictures.
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 portraits using an enhanced beauty effect.
Soft snap
Use for shooting photos against a soft background.
Anti motion blur
Use for minimizing 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 analyzes 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 the 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 the 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 in low-light conditions. Reduces blur.
Gourmet
Use for shooting food arrangements in bright color.
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 the long exposure time, the camera must be held still or placed on a stable
surface.
Sports
Use for taking photos of fast-moving objects. Short exposure time minimizes motion blurring.
Document
Use for photos of text or drawings. Gives the photo sharper contrast.
Fireworks
Use for taking photos of fireworks in all their glory.
These settings are only available in
Manual capturing mode.