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Section 8: multimedia, Using the camera – Samsung Vibrant SGH-t959 User Manual

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Section 8: Multimedia

This section explains how to use the multimedia features of your
phone, including the Camera/Camcorder, Music Player, and how
to manage your photos, images and sounds.

This section explains how to use the camera on your phone. You
can take photographs and shoot video by using the built-in
camera functionality. Your 5 megapixel camera produces photos
in JPEG format.

Important!: Do not take photos of people without their permission.

Do not take photos in places where cameras are not allowed.
Do not take photos in places where you may interfere with
another person’s privacy.

Using the Camera

Taking Photos

Taking pictures with your device’s built-in camera is as simple as
choosing a subject, pointing the camera, then pressing the
camera key.

Note: When taking a photo in direct sunlight or in bright conditions, shadows

may appear on the photo.

1.

From the Home screen, touch the Camera application to

activate camera mode.

2.

Using the phone’s main display screen as a viewfinder,

adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject.

3.

Before you take a picture, use the Up and Down Volume

keys to zoom in or out. You can magnify the picture up to

x4 (400 percent).

4.

If desired, before taking the photo, touch the left tab to

display the on-screen icons to access various camera

options and settings.

5.

You can also touch the screen to move the focus to the

area you touch.

6.

Press the Camera key until the shutter sounds. (The picture

is automatically stored within your designated storage

location. If no microSD is installed, all pictures are stored

on the Phone.) For more information, refer to “Camera and

Camcorder Options” on page 78.