User Manual This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
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Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your camera.
Health and safety information • Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or poorly- ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and internal components. • Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera. • Prolonged usage of the camera may overheat the battery and raise the internal temperature of the camera.
Health and safety information Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or void your warranty. Protect your camera’s lens • Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor the Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environments When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm and humid one, condensation may form on the delicate electronic circuitry and memory card.
Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual Icon Function Abbreviations used in this manual Abbreviation Definition Additional information AE Auto Exposure Safety warnings and precautions AF Auto Focus [ ] Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button.
Contents Tips Chapter 1 Concepts in Photography My Camera Shooting postures ....................................................................... 10 Get started ................................................................................... 24 Unpack ......................................................................................... 24 Camera layout ............................................................................. 25 Holding the camera ..........................................
Contents Shooting modes .......................................................................... 39 t Smart Auto mode ............................................................... 39 P Program mode.......................................................................... 40 Program Shift .................................................................................. A Aperture Priority mode ............................................................. S Shutter Priority mode ........................
Contents Metering ....................................................................................... 71 Spot .............................................................................................. 71 Link AE to AF Point ........................................................................ 71 Center-weighted ............................................................................ 72 Multi ..............................................................................................
Contents Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Connect to external devices Appendix View files on a TV or HDTV ....................................................... 100 View files on a TV ........................................................................ 100 View files on an HDTV ................................................................. 101 Print photos ............................................................................... 102 Print photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) .........................
Concepts in Photography Shooting postures A correct posture for stabilizing the camera is necessary for taking a good photo. Even if you hold a camera correctly, the wrong posture can cause the camera to shake. Stand up straight and remain still to maintain a steady base for your camera. When shooting with a low shutter speed, hold your breath to minimize body movement. Standing photography Compose your shot; stand up straight with your feet shoulder-length apart, and keep your elbows pointed down.
Concepts in Photography Crouching photography Compose your shot, crouch with one knee touching the ground, and keep a straight posture. Aperture The aperture, a hole that controls the amount of light that enters the camera, is one of the three factors that determine the exposure. The aperture housing contains thin, metal plates that open and close to let light through the aperture and into the camera.
Concepts in Photography The size of the aperture is represented by a value known as an “F-number.” The f-number represents the focal length divided by the diameter of the lens. For example, if a lens with a 50 mm focal length has an f-number of F2, the diameter of the aperture is 25 mm. (50 mm/25 mm=F2) The smaller the f-number, the greater the size of the aperture. Aperture value and the depth of field You can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the aperture.
Concepts in Photography Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor. Usually, the shutter speed is manually adjustable. The measurement of the shutter speed is known as the “Exposure Value” (EV), which is marked in intervals of 1 s, 1/2 s, 1/4 s, 1/8 s, 1/15 s, 1/1000 s, 1/2000 s, and so on.
Concepts in Photography ISO sensitivity The exposure of an image is determined by the sensitivity of the camera. This sensitivity is based on international film standards, known as ISO standards. On digital cameras, this sensitivity rating is used to represent the sensitivity of the digital mechanism that captures the image. Because a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less sensitive to light, you need more light to have an optimal exposure.
Concepts in Photography How the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity control exposure The aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity are closely interconnected in photography. The aperture setting controls the opening that regulates the light that enters the camera, while the shutter speed determines the length of time that light is allowed to enter. ISO sensitivity determines the speed at which the film reacts to light.
Concepts in Photography Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective Long focal length telephoto lens Focal length, which is measured in millimeters, is the distance between the middle of the lens to its focal point. It affects the angle and perspective of captured images. A short focal length translates into a wide angle, which allows you to capture a wide shot. A long focal length translates into a narrow angle, which allows you to capture telephoto shots.
Concepts in Photography What controls out-of-focus effects? Depth of field Portraits or still-life photos mostly acclaimed by people are the ones on which the background is out of focus so the subject looks pronounced. Depending on the focused areas, a photo can be blurred or sharpened. This is called ‘a low DOF’ or ‘a high DOF’. The depth of field is the focused area around the subject. Therefore, a small DOF signifies that the focused area is narrow and a large DOF means the focused area is wide.
Concepts in Photography DOF depends on focal length The longer the focal length is, the lower the DOF gets. A telescope lens with a longer focal length than a telescope lens with a short focal length is better to take a photo of a low DOF. DOF depends on the distance between the subject and the camera The shorter the distance between the subject and the camera is, the lower the DOF gets. Therefore, taking a photo close to a subject can result in a photo of low DOF.
Concepts in Photography DOF preview You can use the Depth preview button to get an idea of what your shot will look like before shooting. When you press the button, the camera adjusts the aperture to the predefined settings and shows the results on the screen. Composition It is fun to take a photo of the beauty of world with a camera. No matter how the world is beautiful, however, a poor composition cannot capture the beauty of it. When it comes to composition, it is very important to prioritize subjects.
Concepts in Photography Using the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling compositions. Below are a few examples. Photos with two subjects If your subject is in one corner of the photo, it creates an unbalanced composition. You can stabilize the photo by capturing a second subject in the opposite corner to balance the weight of the photo. Subject 2 Subject 1 Unstable Subject 2 Subject 1 Stable When taking landscape photos, centering the horizon will create an unbalanced effect.
Concepts in Photography Flash guide number Flash Light is one of the most important components in photography. It’s not easy, however, to have an enough amount of light anytime and anywhere. Making use of a flash allows you to optimize light settings and create a variety of effects. Flash, also known as strobe or speed light, helps to create adequate exposure in low-light conditions. It is also useful in light-abundant situations.
Concepts in Photography Bounce Photography Bounce photography refers to the method of photography which redirects the light from the subject to the ceiling or walls so that the light spreads evenly. Normally, photos taken with flash may appear unnatural and cast shadows. Subjects in photos taken with bounce photography cast no shadows and look smooth due to evenly spread light.
Chapter 1 My Camera Learn about your camera’s layout, display icons, basic functions, supplied lens, and optional accessories.
My Camera Get started Unpack Check your product box for the following items. Camera (including the body cap, accessory shoe cover, and smart shoe cover) USB cable Rechargeable battery Software CD-ROM (User manual included) User manual Basic Operation Strap Battery cradle/AC power cable The illustrations may differ from your actual items. For information about accessories, refer to page 131.
My Camera Camera layout 1 2 3 4 No. 5 6 7 8 Name Speaker 6 Microphone 2 Shutter button 7 Accessory shoe Jog dial • In Shooting mode: change the 8 Eyelet for camera strap 9 Image sensor 10 Lens removal button 11 Lens mount 12 Lens mount index 3 10 11 No. 1 9 12 Name setting values of menus, adjust shutter speed in some shooting modes, and change the size of a focus area. • In Playback mode: enlarge or reduce a photo.
My Camera > Camera layout No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 9 3 4 7 1 2 Name Power switch E button (p. 92) • In Shooting mode: Lock the adjusted exposure value or focus. • In Playback mode: Protect the displayed file. No. Name Status lamp • Blinking: When saving a photo, Green/Delete button • In Shooting mode: Reset the value shooting a video, sending data to a computer or printer. • Steady: When there is no data transfer or when data transfer to a computer or printer is complete.
My Camera > Camera layout No. 1 1 10 9 8 7 6 5 2 4 3 Name Smart shoe No. Connect an optional electronic viewfinder. 8 2 Battery chamber cover 9 3 Tripod mount 4 Display 5 HDMI port 6 Power adapter port 7 Insert a memory card and battery. 10 Name USB and A/V port Connect the camera to other devices via a USB A/V cable. Depth preview button (p. 19) D button • In Shooting mode: View camera settings and change options. • In Playback mode: View photo information.
My Camera Display icons In Shooting mode 2. Shooting options (right) Capture photos 1 Icon 2 Description Histogram (p. 91) AF mode (p. 58) Shooting mode White balance (p. 53) Focus White balance micro adjustment Flash indicator** Metering (p. 71) Icon Photo quality Flash option* Flash intensity* Aperture value Exposure value Auto exposure lock (p. 92) Face retouch AFL Auto focus lock (p. 92) No external memory card 3.
My Camera > Display icons Record videos 1. Shooting options (left) 1 Icon Description Video size Video quality 3. Shooting information Icon 10:00AM Time 2010/07/01 Date Fader (p. 77) 2 Recording voice on (p. 78) Histogram (p. 91) V Cut wind sound (p. 78) Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) (p. 74) Description Shooting mode Focus F3.5 3 Aperture value Exposure value 2. Shooting options (right) Icon Description AEL Auto exposure lock (p. 92) AFL Auto focus lock (p.
My Camera > Display icons In Playback mode View photos 1 Play videos R Mode Metering Flash Focal Length White Balance EVC Picture Wizard Photo Size Date G 2 B Information Y Movie Size Date 3 4 Icon Description Location information Volume No. 1 2 RAW file Print information added to file (p. 103) London Folder number - File number Location information 1/40 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value 200 ISO value RGB histogram (p.
My Camera Lenses You can purchase optional lenses made exclusively for your NX series camera. Learn about the functions of each lens and select one that suits your needs and preferences. Lens layout SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED lens (example) 7 No. Description 1 2 Lens mount index 3 Zoom ring 4 Lens 5 Focus ring (p. 64) 6 iFn button (p.
My Camera > Lenses Lock or unlock the lens To unlock the lens, rotate the zoom ring counter-clockwise until you hear the click. To lock the lens, pull and hold the zoom lock switch away from the camera body and rotate the zoom ring clockwise. You cannot take a shot when the lens is locked.
My Camera > Lenses SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS lens (example) SAMSUNG 20 mm F2.8 lens (example) 8 1 5 1 2 2 3 3 4 5 4 6 No. 7 Description 1 2 Lens mount index 3 Focus ring (p. 64) 4 No. Description 1 2 3 iFn button (p. 43) Lens hood mount index 5 4 Lens Lens 6 5 Lens contacts OIS switch (p. 74) 7 AF/MF switch (p. 58) 8 Lens contacts Zoom ring Lens mount index Focus ring (p.
My Camera > Lenses Lens markings No. Find out what the numbers on the lens signify. 1 SAMSUNG 50-200 mm F4-5.6 ED OIS lens (example) Description Aperture value A range of supported aperture values. For example, F 1:4-5.6 means the maximum aperture value range from 4 to 5.6. Focal length 2 The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point (in millimeters). This figure is expressed in a range: minimum focal length to maximum focal length of the lens.
My Camera Optional accessories You can purchase additional accessories including flash, GPS module, and an electronic viewfinder that can help you take better and more convenient shots. No. For more information, refer to the manual for each accessory. The illustrations below may differ from the actual items.
My Camera > 2 Optional accessories Connect the flash by sliding it into the accessory shoe. 4 Press the power button on the flash. GPS module layout 1 2 3 4 3 5 Lock the flash into place by turning the accessory shoe fastening dial clockwise towards LOCK. No.
My Camera > Optional accessories Attach the GPS module 1 Remove the accessory shoe cover from the camera. 2 Mount the GPS module by sliding in into the accessory shoe. 3 Lock the GPS module into place by turning the accessory shoe fastening dial clockwise towards LOCK. 4 Press the power button of the GPS module.
My Camera > Optional accessories Attach the electronic viewfinder 1 Remove the accessory shoe cover and the smart shoe cover on the camera. 3 Press [Power] (1) on the viewfinder and rotate the [Diopter adjustment dial] (2) to adjust the diopter to fit your eyesight. 2 1 2 Mount the electronic viewfinder on the accessory shoe (1) and smart shoe (2) of the camera. • Take caution not to damage the connector (3).
My Camera Shooting modes Two simple shooting modes—Smart Auto and Scene mode—help you take photos with numerous automatic settings. Additional modes allow for greater customization of settings. Icon t t Smart Auto mode In Smart Auto mode, the camera recognizes surrounding conditions and automatically adjusts factors that contribute to exposure, including shutter speed, aperture value, metering, white balance, and exposure compensation.
My Camera > Shooting modes P Program mode The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture value so that an optimal exposure value can be achieved. This mode is useful when you want to take shots of constant exposure while being able to adjust other settings. Program Shift Program Shift function lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value while the camera maintains the same exposure.
My Camera > Shooting modes A Aperture Priority mode S Shutter Priority mode In Aperture Priority mode, the camera automatically calculates shutter speed according to the aperture value you choose. You can adjust the depth of field (DOF) by changing the aperture value. This mode is useful for taking portraits and landscape shots. In Shutter Priority mode, the camera automatically adjusts the aperture value according to the shutter speed you choose.
My Camera > Shooting modes M Manual mode i Lens Priority mode Manual mode lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually. In this mode, you can fully control the exposure of your photos. This mode is useful in controlled shooting environments, such as a studio, or when it is necessary to fine-tune camera settings. The Manual mode is also recommended for shooting night scenes or fireworks.
My Camera > 4 Shooting modes Use i-Function in PASM modes Adjust the focus ring to select a scene. • You can also rotate the navigation button to select a scene. When you use the iFn button on an iFn lens, you can manually select and adjust shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, ISO sensitivity, and white balance on the lens. 1 Press [iFn] on the lens to select a setting. • You can also scroll the jog dial to select a setting. Scene 5 Half-press [Shutter] or press [o] to save.
My Camera > 2 Shooting modes Adjust the focus ring to select an option. • You can also rotate the navigation button to select an option. Available options Shooting mode P A S M Shutter speed - - O O Aperture value - O - O Exposure value O O O - White balance O O O O ISO O O O O To select items to appear when you press [iFn] on the lens in Shooting mode, press [m] ► 5 ► Lens i-Function ► an option ► Off or On. 3 Half-press [Shutter] or press [o] to save.
My Camera > Shooting modes s Scene mode In Scene mode, the camera selects the best settings for each type of scene. You can select a desired scene by pressing [f] in Shooting mode. Option Option Description Children: Make children appear more noticeable by capturing their clothes and the background vividly Description Sound picture: Add voice memos before and after taking photos. Sports: Capture fast moving subjects.
My Camera > Option Shooting modes Description Text: Clearly capture text from printed or electronic documents Landscape: Capture still-life scenes and landscapes Option Description Night: Capture scenes at night or in low lighting Fireworks: Capture colorful fireworks at night Sunset: Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking reds and yellows Dawn: Capture scenes at sunrise Beach & Snow: Reduce underexposed photos due to sunlight reflected from sand or snow 46
My Camera > Shooting modes v Movie mode • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is the latest video coding format established In Movie mode, you can shoot videos in High Definition (1280x720) and capture sound via the camera’s microphone. • In order to adjust the exposure level, you can select Program in the Movie AE Mode options menu so that the aperture value can be automatically set or select Aperture Priority to manually set the aperture value.
My Camera > Shooting modes Available functions by shooting mode For details about shooting functions, see Chapter 2. Function Available in Size (p. 50) P/A/S/M/i/s/ v*/t Quality (p. 51) P/A/S/M/i/s*/v ISO (p. 52) P/A/S/M White Balance (p. 53) P/A/S/M/v Picture Wizard (p. 56) P/A/S/M/v Color Space (p. 57) P/A/S/M/i/s/t AF Mode (p. 58) P/A/S/M/i/s/v* AF Area (p. 60) P/A/S/M/i/s* AF Priority (p. 63) P/A/S/M MF Assist (p. 64) P/A/S/M/i/s/v/t Drive (Continuous/Burst/Timer/BKT) (p.
Chapter 2 Shooting Functions Learn about the functions you can set in Shooting mode. You can enjoy more customized photos and videos by using the shooting functions.
Shooting Functions Size As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase. Select a low resolution for photos that will be displayed in a digital picture frame or uploaded to the web. To set the size, Icon Size Recommended for 12M 4592X2584 (16:9) Printing on A1 paper or viewing on an HDTV.
Shooting Functions Quality The camera saves photos in either the JPEG or RAW format. Option Option In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Quality ► an option. Format Description JPEG Super Fine: • Compressed for the best quality. • Recommended for printing in large size. JPEG • Compressed for normal quality. • Recommended for printing in small size or uploading to the web. RAW files have the file extension “SRW”.
Shooting Functions ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity value represents the sensitivity of camera to light. Examples The larger the ISO value, the more sensitive the camera is to light. Consequently, by selecting a higher ISO sensitivity value, you can take photos in dim or dark places at faster shutter speeds. However, this may increase electronic noise and result in a grainy photo. To set ISO sensitivity, In Shooting mode, press [I] ► an option.
Shooting Functions White Balance (light source) The color of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten, or adjust color temperature manually. You can also adjust color for the preset light sources so that the colors of the photo match the actual scene under mixed lighting conditions.
Shooting Functions > Option White Balance (light source) Customize preset options Description Color Temp.: Manually adjust the color temperature of the light source. Color temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin that indicates the specific type of light source. As the color temperature increases, the color distribution becomes cooler. Alternatively, as the color temperature decreases, the color distribution becomes warmer. You can also customize preset white balance options.
Shooting Functions > White Balance (light source) Examples Auto WB Daylight Fluorescent Daylight Tungsten 55
Shooting Functions Picture Wizard (photo styles) Picture Wizard lets you apply different photo styles to your photo to create various looks and emotional moods. You can also create and save your own photo styles by adjusting color, saturation, sharpness, and contrast for each style. Examples There is no rule for which style is suitable in which conditions. Experiment with different styles and find your own settings.
Shooting Functions Color Space Digital imaging devices such as digital cameras, monitors, and printers have their own methods for representing colors, which are called color spaces. Adobe RGB Your camera lets you select two color spaces: sRGB or Adobe RGB. sRGB is widely used for creating colors on PC monitors and is also the standard color space for Exif. sRGB is recommended for regular images and images you intend to publish on the Internet.
Shooting Functions AF Mode Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus according to the subjects. Single AF You can select a focusing mode appropriate to the subject among Single Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, and Manual Focus. The AF function is activated when you press [Shutter] halfway. In the MF mode, you have to rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus manually. Single AF is appropriate for shooting a still subject. When you press [Shutter] halfway, the focus fixes in the focus area.
Shooting Functions > AF Mode Continuous AF Manual Focus While you are pressing [Shutter] halfway, the camera continues to automatic focusing. Once the focus area is fixed on the subject, the subject is always in focus even when moving. This mode is recommended for shooting a person on a bicycle, a running dog, or a car racing scene. You can manually focus on a subject by rotating the focus ring on the lens. The MF Assist function lets you easily achieve a focus.
Shooting Functions AF Area The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area. Selection AF Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subject. When there are a lot of subjects, however, unwanted subjects can be in focus. In order to prevent unwanted subjects from being in focus, change the focus area so that a desired subject is in focus. You can get a clearer and sharper photo by selecting an appropriate focus area. You can set the focus on an area you want.
Shooting Functions > AF Area Multi AF Face Detection AF The camera displays a green rectangle in places where focus is set correctly. The photo is divided into two or more areas, and the camera obtains focus points of each area. It is recommended for scenery photos. The camera focuses on human faces preferentially. Faces of up to 10 people can be detected. This setting is recommended for shooting a group of people.
Shooting Functions > AF Area Self-Portrait AF It can be difficult to check whether your face is in focus when you are taking a self-portrait. When this function is on, the focus distance is set to close-up and the beep from the camera gets faster when in focus.
Shooting Functions AF Priority The camera takes a shot only if the focus is set correctly when you press [Shutter]. Turn on this function to always get a properly focused photo. Turn it off to take a photo regardless of focus. To set the focus priority, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 2 ► AF Priority ► an option.
Shooting Functions MF Assist In the manual focus (MF) mode, you have to rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus manually. When you set the MF Assist function, you can achieve a clearer focus. This function is only available on a lens that supports manual focus. To set the manual focus assist, * Default Option Off Description Do not use the function. The focus area is magnified when you rotate the focus ring. In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 2 or 7 ► MF Assist ► an option.
Shooting Functions Drive (shooting method) You can set the shooting method such as Continuous, Burst, Timer and so on. Select Single to capture one photo at a time. Select Continuous or Burst to shoot fast moving subjects. Select AE BKT, WB BKT or P Wiz BKT to adjust exposure, white balance, or apply Picture Wizard effects. You can also select Timer to take a photo of yourself. To set the shooting method, Continuous Continuously capture photos while you are pressing [Shutter].
Shooting Functions > Drive (shooting method) Burst Timer Consecutively capture up to 10 shots per second (3 seconds), 15 shots per second (2 seconds), or 30 shots per second (1 second) when you press [Shutter] once. Recommended for shooting the rapid motion of fast moving subjects such as racing cars. Capture a photo with a delay of 2 to 30 seconds. The delay is adjustable in increments of 1 second. To set the number of shots, press [m] ► 2 ► Drive ► Burst, and then press [f].
Shooting Functions > Drive (shooting method) AE BKT WB BKT When you press [Shutter], the camera takes 3 consecutive shots: the original, one a step darker, and one a step lighter. Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos as the camera takes three shots continuously. You can adjust the settings in BKT Set menu. When you press [Shutter], the camera takes 3 consecutive shots: the original and two more with different white balance settings. The original photo is taken when you press [Shutter].
Shooting Functions > Drive (shooting method) P Wiz BKT BKT Set When you press [Shutter], the camera takes three consecutive shots, each with a different Picture Wizard setting. The camera takes a shot and applies the three Picture Wizard options you have set to the image taken. You can select three different settings in BKT Set menu. You can set up the options for AE BKT, WB BKT, P Wiz BKT. To set a bracketing option, Option Description AE BKT Set Set the order and the area of bracket.
Shooting Functions Flash In order to take a realistic photo of a subject, the amount of light should be constant. When the light source varies, you can use an optional flash and supply a constant amount of light. Select appropriate settings according to a light source and a subject. To set flash options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 2 ► Flash ► an option. Flash options Option Description Option Description 1st Curtain: The flash fires immediately after the shutter opens.
Shooting Functions > Flash Correct the red-eye effect Adjust the flash intensity If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Fill-in Red. Adjust the flash intensity to avoid overexposure or underexposure. You can adjust it by ± 2 levels. Press [f] to set the intensity. To set the flash intensity, To set the flash intensity, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 2 ► Flash ► an option ► [f].
Shooting Functions Metering The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The camera measures the amount of light in a scene, and in many of its modes, uses the measurement to adjust various settings. For example, if a subject looks darker than its actual color, the camera takes an overexposed photo of it. If a subject looks lighter than its actual color, the camera takes an underexposed photo of it.
Shooting Functions > Metering Center-weighted Multi The Center-weighted mode calculates a broader area than the Spot mode does. It sums up the amount of light in the center portion of the shot (60 ~ 80%) and that of the rest of the shot (20 ~ 40%). It is recommended for situations where there is a slight difference in brightness between a subject and a background or an area of the subject is large compared to the overall composition of the photo.
Shooting Functions Smart Range This function automatically corrects the loss of bright detail that can occur due to shading differences in the photo. Without Smart Range effect To set Smart Range options, With Smart Range effect In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Smart Range ► an option.
Shooting Functions OIS Use the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) function to minimize camera shake. OIS may not be available with some lenses. OIS options Option Came shake tends to occur in dark places or when shooting indoors. In such cases, the camera uses slower shutter speeds in order to increase the amount of light taken in, which can result in a blurry photo. You can prevent this situation by turning on the OIS switch.
Shooting Functions Exposure Compensation The camera automatically sets the exposure by measuring the levels of light from the photo’s composition and the position of a subject. If the exposure set by the camera is higher or lower than you expected, you can adjust the exposure value manually. The exposure value is adjustable in ±3 increments. The camera displays the exposure warning in red for each step beyond ±3 range. To adjust the exposure value, hold down [W] and scroll left or right on the jog dial.
Shooting Functions Exposure/Focus Lock When you cannot achieve an appropriate exposure because of a strong color contrast or you want to take a photo on which the subject is out of the auto focus area, lock the focus or exposure and then take a photo. After locking the exposure or focus, aim the lens where you desire, and press [Shutter]. To lock the exposure or focus, adjust the photo’s composition on which you want to focus or calculate the exposure, and then press [E].
Shooting Functions Video functions The functions available for video are explained below. Movie AE Mode Fader You can fade in or fade out a scene using the fader function on the camera without having to do it on a PC. Use the function appropriately and add dramatic effects on your videos. Set the aperture value for shooting a movie. To set movie aperture options, In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Movie AE Mode ► an option.
Shooting Functions > Video functions Wind Cut Voice When you record videos in noisy environments, unintended sounds can be recorded in videos. In particular, severe wind noise recorded in videos distracts you from enjoying your videos. Use the Wind Cut function to remove some surrounding noise in addition to wind noise. Sometimes, a muted video is more appealing than the one with sound. Turn the voice off to record a muted video.
Chapter 3 Playback/Editing Learn about how to play back and edit photos and videos. Refer to chapter 5 for editing files on a PC.
Playback/Editing Search and manage files Learn how to search photos and videos quickly through the thumbnail view and to protect and delete files. View photos 1 View image thumbnails In order to search for photos and videos you want, convert to the thumbnail view. The thumbnail view displays up to 20 images at a time so that you can easily look through items you wish to find. You can also classify and display files by their type, day recorded, and week recorded. Press [y].
Playback/Editing > Search and manage files View files by category in Smart Album Delete files 1 In the thumbnail view, press [m]. Delete files in Playback mode and secure more space on your memory card. Protected files are not deleted. 2 Select a category and press [o]. Option Delete a single file Description Type View files by the file type such as photo, video, or photo with a voice memo. Date View files by the date they were saved. Week View files by the week they were saved.
Playback/Editing > Search and manage files Delete multiple files Delete all files You can select multiple files and delete them. You can delete all files on the memory card at once. 1 1 In Playback mode, press [m]. 2 Select 3 Select Yes. In Playback mode, press [ ] ► Multiple Delete. • Alternatively, in Playback mode, press [m] ► ► Select. 2 ► Delete Rotate the navigation button or press [C/w], select files you want to delete and press [o]. ► Delete ► All.
Playback/Editing View photos Enlarge a photo Start a slide show You can enlarge photos when viewing them in Playback mode. You can also use the Trim function to extract the portion of the image displayed on the screen and save it as a new file. You can view photos in a slide show, apply various effects to the slide show, and play background music. Magnified area Magnification (the maximum magnification may differ by resolution) 1 In Playback mode, press [m].
Playback/Editing > View photos Highlight Auto Rotate This function identifies the parts of a photo that are excessively bright. When you view a photo with highlight on, the excessively bright areas of the photo blink in blue. With Auto Rotate on, the camera automatically rotates photos you have taken vertically so they fit the screen horizontally. To set auto rotate options, Original To set highlight options, In Playback mode, press [m] ► x ► Auto Rotate ► an option.
Playback/Editing Play a video You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video. Movie Size Date Pause Stop Video viewing controls To Trim a video during playback 1 Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to begin. 2 When paused, press [ ]. 3 Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to end. 4 When paused, press [ ]. 5 Select Yes. Do this Rewind Press [C]. Scan backward in 2X, 4X, and 8X increments each time you press [C]. Pause/Play Press [o].
Playback/Editing > Play a video Capture an image during playback 1 Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still image. 2 Press [I]. • The resolution of the captured image is the same as the video resolution. • The captured file is saved as a separate file under a new name.
Playback/Editing Edit a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating redeye effects, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. Edited photos are saved as new files under different file names. To set Image Edit options, * Default Option Description Photo Style Selector: Apply various photo styles to photos. In Playback mode, press [m] ► z ► Image Edit ► an option.
Playback/Editing > Edit a photo * Default Option Description Face Retouch: Hide facial imperfections. (Off*, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3) Smart Filter: Apply various filter effects to photos and create unique images. Off* Vignetting Miniature Fish-Eye Sketch Defog Halftone Dots Soft Focus The new file may be smaller than the original.
Chapter 4 Camera settings menu Learn about the user settings and general settings menu. You can adjust the settings to better suit your needs and preferences.
Camera settings menu User settings You can set the user environment with these settings. To set user options, Noise Reduction Use the Noise Reduction to reduce the visual noise in photos. In Shooting mode, press [m] ► u ► an option. * Default Option High ISO NR This function reduces noise that may occur when you set a high ISO sensitivity of more than 3200. (Off, On*) Long Term NR This function reduces noise when you set the camera for a long exposure (over 1 second).
Camera settings menu > User settings * Default User Display No. You can add or remove shooting information from the display. 1 Icons Set the shooting options icons on the display on or off. 2 Grid Line Set the grid on the display on or off. (Off*, 2 X 2, 3 X 3, +, X) 1 2 Description Histogram Set the histogram on the display on or off. 3 3 About histogram A histogram is a graph that shows the brightness distribution of a photo. A histogram inclined to the left indicates a dark photo.
Camera settings menu > User settings Key Mapping You can change the function assigned to the AEL and Preview buttons. * Default Button Function AEL You can set the AEL button’s function. The AEL and AFL functions save the exposure value or focus area respectively when a photo is taken. You can choose among three settings for the [E] button: • AEL*, which executes the auto exposure lock function. When AEL is on, half-pressing the shutter button executes the auto focus lock function.
Camera settings menu Setting 1 * Default Learn about the menu items of the Setting 1. Item To set Setting 1 options, Set the method of numbering files and folders. • Series*: New file numbers continue the existing number sequence, even if you have installed a new memory card, formatted the card, or deleted all photos. • Reset: After using the reset function, the next file name is started at 0001. In Shooting mode, press [m] ► [ ► an option. * Default Item Description Format the memory card.
Camera settings menu Setting 2 * Default Learn about the menu items of the Setting 2. Item To set Setting 2 options, Set power shut off time. The camera shuts off if you do not use it for the time you set. (0.5 min, 1 min*, 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, 30 min) In Shooting mode, press [m] ► ] ► an option. * Default Item Description Quickview Set the Quick View time length – the amount of time the camera displays a photo immediately after you take it.
Camera settings menu Setting 3 * Default Learn about the menu items of the Setting 3. Item To set Setting 3 options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► \ ► an option. * Default Item Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Description • Sensor Cleaning: Remove dust from the sensor. • Start-Up Action: When on, the camera performs sensor cleaning each time you turn it on. (Off*, On) Sensor Cleaning Video Out As this product uses interchangeable lenses, the sensor can get dust on it when you change lenses.
Camera settings menu > Setting 3 * Default Item Description Display the firmware version of the camera body and lens, and update the firmware. • Body Firmware: Update the firmware of the camera body. • Lens Firmware: Update the firmware of the lens. • You can download firmware upgrades from Firmware Update www.samsungimaging.com or www.samsung.com. • You cannot run a firmware upgrade without a fully charged the battery.
Camera settings menu Setting 4 Learn about the menu items of the Setting 4. You should purchase an optional GPS accessory in order to use the GPS function. To set Setting 4 options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 4 ► an option. * Default Item Description GeoTagging Set to take photos with location information using the Global Positioning System (GPS). Location information is added to the Exif data associated with the photo.
Camera settings menu Setting 5 Learn about the menu items of the Setting 5. To set Setting 5 options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 5 ► an option. * Default Item Description Distortion Correct Correct lens distortion that might occur from lenses. This feature may not be available with some lenses. (Off*, On) Lens i-Function Set the functions to be displayed when you press [iFn] on an iFn lens.
Chapter 5 Connect to external devices Make full use of the camera by connecting it to external devices such as a computer, TV, or photo printer.
Connect to external devices View files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. 4 Make sure the TV and the camera are turned on and then select the video input mode or source (AV or AV1 for example) of the TV. View files on a TV 5 View the videos and photos using the buttons on the camera. 1 In Shooting mode or Playback mode, press [m] ► \ ► Video Out. 2 Select a video signal output according to your country or region. (p.
Connect to external devices > View files on a TV or HDTV View files on an HDTV 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m] ► \ ► HDMI Size ► an option. 4 View the videos and photos using the buttons on the camera. • When using the HDMI cable, you can connect the camera to an HDTV using the Anynet+(CEC) method. 2 Connect the HDTV and the camera using the HDMI cable. If both A/V and HDMI cables are connected at the same time, the HDMI cable has the priority. Disconnect the A/V cable for better playback.
Connect to external devices Print photos Print photos on your camera by connecting to printers directly or saving Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) information on a memory card. Print photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) You can print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. 1 With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable. 2 Turn on your camera. • Select Printer in the pop-up window.
Connect to external devices > Print photos Configure print settings Images One Photo Size Auto Layout Auto Type Auto Quality Auto Date Auto Print Option Exit Set printer info using DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) lets you set the print size of a photo and the number of copies to be printed. The camera saves the DPOF information in the MISC folder of your memory card. Your camera displays a DPOF indicator when it displays an image with DPOF information.
Connect to external devices > Print photos DPOF options Option Description Standard You can select photos to print and the number of copies for photos. • Select: Select the number of copies for photos you select. (Select photos you want to print ► Select the number of copies by scrolling the jog dial left or right and then pressing [f]) • All: Select the number of copies for all photos. (Select the number of copies by pressing [F/I] and then, press [o]).
Connect to external devices Transfer files to your computer Transfer files on a memory card to your computer by connecting the camera to the PC. Transfer files to your computer (for Windows) 3 Turn on the camera. • In the pop-up window, select Computer. 4 On your computer, select My Computer ► Removable Disk ► DCIM ► XXXPHOTO or XXX_MMDD. 5 Select the files you want, and then drag or save them to your computer.
Connect to external devices > Transfer files to your computer Disconnect the camera (Windows XP) Transfer files to your computer (for Mac) The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows Vista and 7 is similar. 1 Turn off the camera. 1 2 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable. Ensure that no data is being transferred between the camera and the PC. • If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, it means the data Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. transfer is in progress.
Connect to external devices Edit photos on a PC Digital photos can be edited in a variety of ways through image editing programs. Learn to edit photos using the provided editing programs. Programs contained on the CD Program Install software Purpose Intelli-studio Edit photos and videos. Samsung RAW Converter Convert RAW files into the desired file format. Use the included software to transfer files from the camera to your PC. You can also edit photos and upload them on web.
Connect to external devices > Edit photos on a PC System Requirements Item Use the Intelli-studio Interface Requirements OS* Windows XP SP2/Vista/7 CPU Intel® Pentium® 4, 3.2GHz or higher/AMD Athlon™ FX, 2.6GHz or higher RAM Minimum 512MB RAM (1GB and above recommended) Hard disk capacity 250MB or more (1GB or more recommended) 1 2 3 4 5 6 15 14 8 13 • CD-ROM drive • 1024x768 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor (1280x1024 pixels, 32-bit color display recommended) • USB 2.
Connect to external devices > No. Edit photos on a PC Description 8 View files of the selected folder on your computer. 9 Show or hide files of the connected camera. 10 View files of the selected folder on the camera. 11 View files as thumbnails, in Smart Album, or on a map. 12 Browse folders in the connected device. 13 Browse folders in your computer. 14 Move to the previous or next folder. 15 Print files, view files on a map, store files in My Folder, or register faces.
Connect to external devices > Edit photos on a PC Use Samsung RAW Converter Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to JPEG formats and stored in the memory according to the settings of the camera at the time of shooting. RAW files are not transformed to JPEG formats and are stored in the memory without any changes. With Samsung RAW Converter, you can calibrate exposures, white balances, tones, contrasts, and colors of photos. System Requirements for Mac Item OS Apple® Mac® OS X v10.4 / v10.
Connect to external devices > Edit photos on a PC Use the Samsung RAW Converter Interface For details about using Samsung RAW Converter, click Help ► Open software manual. Edit RAW format files If you edit the RAW format files with the Samsung RAW Converter, you can maintain high image quality. You can also edit JPEG and TIFF format files. 1 2 To adjust the exposure of an image 3 1 Select File ► Open file and open a file. 2 From the editing tools, select . 4 No.
Connect to external devices > 3 Edit photos on a PC To adjust the contrast of an image Adjust the exposure with the scroll bar. Original image 1 Select File ► Open file and open a file. 2 From the editing tools, select 3 Adjust the tone with the scroll bar. .
Connect to external devices > Edit photos on a PC To save RAW files in JPEG or TIFF formats 1 Select File ► Open file and open a file. 2 Select File ► Development. 3 Select a file format (JPEG or TIFF) and select Save.
Chapter 6 Appendix
Appendix Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error messages Suggested remedies Lens is locked The lens is locked. Rotate the lens counterclockwise until you hear a click. (p. 32) Card Error • Turn off your camera and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card and insert it again. • Format your memory card. Low Battery Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery. No Image File Take photos or insert a memory card that contains photos.
Appendix Maintain the camera Clean the camera Camera lens and display Use a brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of cleaning paper and wipe gently. About the image sensor Depending on different shooting conditions, dust may appear in photos because the image sensor is exposed to the external environment. This problem is normal, and the exposure to dust occurs in everyday use of the camera.
Appendix > Maintain the camera About memory card Supported memory card You can use SD or SDHC memory cards. Terminal Write-protect switch Label (front) Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB SD card. Size *Videos (30 per sec) Fine Normal 1280 (16:9) Approx. 15 min Approx. 22 min 640 (4:3) Approx. 44 min Approx. 66 min 320 (4:3) Approx. 145 min Approx.
Appendix > Maintain the camera Size Super Fine Fine Normal RAW RAW + S.
Appendix About the battery Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Battery life Shooting mode Battery specifications Model BP1310 Type Lithium-ion battery Cell capacity 1,300 mAh Voltage 7.4 V Charging time (when the camera is switched off) Approx. 150 min Average time / Number of photos Photos Approx. 210 min/Approx. 420 photos Videos Approx. 130 min • The figures above are based on Samsung’s test standards. Your results may differ depending on your actual usage.
Appendix > About the battery Notes about charging the battery • If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted correctly. Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly. If you notice • When the battery is completely discharged, charge it at least 10 minutes before using it with your camera.
Appendix > About the battery • Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. • Do not disassemble the battery or puncture the battery with any sharp object. • Avoid exposing the battery to high pressure or crushing forces. • Avoid exposing the battery to major impacts, such as dropping it from high places. • Do not expose the battery to temperatures of 60 °C (140 °F) or above. • Do not allow the battery to come in contact with moisture or liquids.
Appendix Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your device, try these troubleshooting solutions before contacting a service professional. Situation Suggested remedies • There is no space on the memory card. Delete unnecessary files or insert a new card. • When the AF Priority function is turned on, Give other accessories, such as memory card and battery when requesting a warranty service.
Appendix > Before contacting a service center Situation Cannot display files Suggested remedies If you change the name of a file, your camera may not play the file (the name of the file should meet the DCF standard). If you encounter this situation, display files on your computer. • Make sure that the focus option you set is The photo is blurry suitable for the kind of shot you are taking. • Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking. • Make sure that the lens is clean. If not, clean the lens. (p.
Appendix > Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies • Subject is not in focus. When the subject is Auto Focus does not work outside the AF area, shoot by moving the subject inside the AF area and half pressing the shutter. • Subject is too close. Step back from the subject and shoot. • The focus mode is set to MF. Switch the mode to AF. AEL feature does not work AEL feature does not work in M, i, s, and t modes. Select another mode to use this feature.
Appendix Camera specifications Image Sensor Viewfinder Type CMOS Type EVF (Electronic Viewfinder) (optional) Sensor size 23.4 × 15.6 mm Resolution QVGA Approx. 201 k dots (300X224) Effective pixels Approx. 14.6 mega-pixels Field of view Approx. 98 % Total pixels Approx. 15.1 mega-pixels Magnification Approx. 0.83X (APS-C, 50 mm, -1 m-1) Color filter RGB primary color filter Eye point Approx. 17 mm Diopter adjustment Approx. -4.0 ~ +1.
Appendix > Camera specifications Exposure Flash TTL 247 (19x13) Block segment Metering system External flash Optional Samsung external flashes: SEF15A, SEF20A, SEF42A Syncro Accessory shoe (Hot shoe) Metering: Multi, Center-weighted, Spot Metering range: EV 0 ~ 18 (ISO100·30 mm, F2) Compensation ±3 EV (1/3 EV step) AE lock AEL button White Balance Mode Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent White, Fluorescent NW, Fluorescent Daylight, Tungsten, Flash WB, Custom Set, Color Temp.
Appendix > Camera specifications Sound picture JPEG only Sound Mono Recordable time (before and after shooting, 5 or 10 seconds respectively) Edit Still image capture, Time trimming Playback • JPEG (3:2): 14M (4592x3056), Size 10M (3872x2592), 6M (3008x2000), 2M (1920x1280), 1.4M (1472x976, Burst mode only) • JPEG (16:9): 12M (4592x2584), 8M (3872x2176), 5M (3008x1688), 2M (1920x1080) • JPEG (1:1): 9M (3056x3056), 6.7M (2592x2592), 4M (2000x2000), 1.
Appendix > Camera specifications Direct Printing Dimensions (WxHxD) PictBridge 120.5 × 71 × 34.5 mm (without protrusions) GPS Weight Type Geo-tagging with optional GPS Module (WGS 84) Feature • Location name (English and Korean only) • Google Map link (with Intelli-studio) Interface Digital output USB 2.0 (HI-SPEED) Video output NTSC, PAL (selectable) HDMI 1.3: (1080i, 720p, 576p/480p) External release Included DC power input DC 9.0 V, 1.
Appendix Lens specifications Lens Name SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED SAMSUNG 20 mm F2.8 Focus Length 20 ~ 50 mm (equivalent to 30.8 ~ 77 mm in 35 mm format) 20 mm (equivalent to 30.8 mm in 35 mm format) Elements in Group 9 elements in 8 groups (1 aspheric lens, 1 low dispersive lens included) 6 elements in 4 groups (1 aspheric lens included) Angle of View 70.2° ~ 31.4° 70.2° Aperture F3.5 ~ 5.6 (minimum: F22), (Number of Blades: 7, Circular Aperture Diaphragm) F2.
Appendix > Lens specifications SAMSUNG 30 mm F2 SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS SAMSUNG 50-200 mm F4-5.6 ED OIS Focus Length 30 mm (equivalent to 46.2 mm in 35 mm format) 18 ~ 55 mm (equivalent to 27.7 ~ 84.7 mm in 35 mm format) 50 ~ 200 mm (equivalent to 77 ~ 308 mm in 35 mm format) Elements in Group 5 elements in 5 groups (1 aspheric lens included) 12 elements in 9 groups (1 aspheric lens included) 17 elements in 13 groups (2 low dispersive lenses included) Angle of View 50.2° 75.9° ~ 28.
Appendix Accessories (optional) Camera bag You can purchase the camera bag separately. Memory card This camera accepts SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) memory card. HDMI cable You can view high-definition photos and videos by connecting the camera to an HDMI-compatible monitor with the HDMI (HDMI type D) cable. Adapter You can charge the battery by connecting the adapter to the power outlet. Strap You can additionally purchase the straps.
Appendix Index A D I O Aperture 11, 15 Depth of Field (DOF) 12, 17 i-Function 43 Auto focus 58 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) 103 Intelli-Studio 107 Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) 74 ISO sensitivity 14, 15, 52 Optional accessories B Battery life 119 specifications 119 Drive (see Shooting method) 65 L E Lenses Exposure Value (EV) 12, 75 Bracketing 65, 67 F C Camera connecting as removable disk 105 connecting to PC 105 disconnecting (Windows) 106 layout 25 Color space 57 Fader 77
Appendix > Index R T Red-eye effect 70 Timer 66 Rule of thirds 19 V S Samsung RAW Converter 110 Shooting method 65 Videos options 77 viewing 85 Shooting modes Aperture Priority 41 Auto focus (AF) 58 Lens Priority 42 Manual 42 Movie 47 Program 40 Scene 45 Shutter Priority 41 Smart Auto 39 Shutter speed 13, 15 Slide show 83 Smart Album 81 133
Appendix Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
Appendix FCC notice NOTE: Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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