Samsung 3 Cell Phone User Manual


 
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Using the Camcorder
In addition to taking photos, the camera also doubles as a
camcorder that also allows you to record, view, and send
high definition videos.
Shooting Video
Tip:
When shooting video in direct sunlight or in bright
conditions, it is recommended that you provide your
subject with sufficient light by having the light source
behind you.
Note:
The camera may not be able to properly record videos to
a memory card with a slow transfer speed.
1. From the
Apps
screen, tap
Camera
to activate the
camera mode.
2. Using the camera’s main display screen as a
viewfinder, adjust the image by aiming the camcorder
at the subject.
3. Before you take a video, use the Volume control
buttons to zoom in or out. You can magnify the video up
to x4 (400 percent).
Note:
Use either the Up and Down volume keys or spread/
pinch the screen to zoom in or out. For more
information, refer to “Navigation” on page 29 and
“Finger Gestures” on page 29.
4. Tap
(
Video
) to begin shooting video. The red light
will blink while recording.
5. Tap anywhere on the screen to re-focus the camera on
that object. The camcorder auto-focuses on the new
target area.
6. To capture an image from the video while recording,
tap (
Take Picture
). This feature is not available
while the anti-shake feature is activated.
7. Tap (
Stop
) to stop the recording and save the
video file to your Camera folder.
– or –
Tap
(
Pause
) to pause the recording.
8. Once the file saves, tap the image viewer, then tap
(
Play
) to playback your video for review.
9. Press to return to the viewer.