Samsung Galaxy A40s, User Manual, Page: 30 / 123

Basics
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Video mode
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to
record videos easily.
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On the shooting modes list, tap VIDEO and tap to record a video.
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To capture an image from the video while recording, tap .
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To change the focus while recording a video, tap and hold where you want to focus. To
use auto focus mode, tap to cancel the manually set focus.
2
Tap to stop recording the video.
Portrait mode
The camera allows you to take photos where the background is blurred and the subject
stands out clearly. You can also apply a background effect and edit it after taking a picture.
1
On the shooting modes list, tap PORTRAIT .
2
Tap and select a background effect you want.
To adjust the intensity of the background effect, drag the adjustment bar.
3
When
Ready
appears on the preview screen, tap to take a photo.
Background effects
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Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light.
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The background blur may not be applied properly in the following conditions:
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The device or the subject is moving.
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The subject is thin or transparent.
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The subject has a similar colour to the background.
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The subject or background is plain.