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USER MANUALENG This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.

2Health and safety informationPrevent damage to subjects’ eyesight.Do not use the ash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. If you use the ash too close to your subject’s eyes, this can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage.Keep your camera away from small children and pets.Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well.Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures for an extended period of time.Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause permanent damage to your camera’s internal components.Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes.The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a re.Do not handle the power supply cord or the charger during a thunderstorm.This may result in an electric shock.Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersDo not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera.You can damage the camera and expose yourself to the risk of an electric shock.Do not use your camera near ammable or explosive gases and liquids.This may cause a re or explosion.Do not insert ammable materials into the camera or store these materials near the camera.This may cause a re or electric shock.Do not handle your camera with wet hands.This may result in an electric shock.

3Health and safety informationIf liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center.Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera in a certain area.•Avoid interference with other electronic devices.•Turn o the camera when in an aircraft. Your camera can cause interference with aircraft equipment. Follow all airline regulations and turn o your camera when directed by airline personnel.•Turn o the camera near medical equipment. Your camera can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel.Avoid interference with pacemakers.Maintain a safe distance between this camera and all pacemakers to avoid potential interference, as recommended by the manufacturer and research groups. If you have any reason to suspect that your camera is interfering with a pacemaker or other medical device, turn o the camera immediately and contact the manufacturer of the pacemaker or medical device for guidance. Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipmentRemove 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.Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Do not damage or heat the battery.Inauthentic, damaged, or heated batteries may cause a re or personal injury.Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables, and accessories.•Using unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury.•Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by unapproved batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories.Use the battery only for its intended purpose.Misusing the battery may cause a re or electric shock.

4Health and safety informationDo not touch the ash while it res.The ash is very hot when red and may burn your skin.When you use the AC charger, turn o the camera before you disconnect the power to the AC charger.Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use.Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when you charge batteries.This may cause a re or electric shock.Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/- terminals on the battery.This may cause a re or electric shock.Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts.Doing so may damage the screen or external or internal components.Exercise caution when you connect cables and install batteries and memory cards.If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories.Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case.Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased.Never use a damaged battery or memory card.This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a re.Do not place the camera in or near magnetic elds.Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction.Do not use the camera if the screen is damaged.If the glass or acrylic parts are broken, visit a Samsung service center to have the camera repaired.Check that the camera is operating properly before use.The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of les or damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.

5Health and safety informationYou must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera.If the cable is reversed, it may damage your les. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.This may discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.If the camera overheats, remove the battery and allow it to cool down.•Prolonged usage of the camera may overheat the battery and raise the internal temperature of the camera. If the camera stops operating, remove the battery and allow it to cool down.•High internal temperatures may result in noise in your photos. This is normal and does not aect your camera’s overall performance.Avoid interference with other electronic devices.Your camera emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience. To prevent unwanted interference, use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories.Use your camera in the normal position.Avoid contact with your camera’s internal antenna.Data transference and your responsibilities•Data transferred via WLAN could be leaked, so avoid transferring sensitive data in public areas or on open networks.•The camera manufacturer is not liable for any data transfers that infringe on copyrights, trademarks, intellectual property laws, or public decency ordinances.

6Health and safety informationCautions for using Bluetooth•The manufacturer is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature.•Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced.•Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device.•Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of les or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). The manufacturer is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.Maintaining dust and splash resistance•Do not expose the camera to water.•The cameras’ dust-proof body is not perfectly sealed. Avoid removing or changing the lens in dusty areas.•Ensure that the covers for the battery chamber, memory card, or external connector ports are tightly closed. Otherwise, they may not provide protection from water and dust.•The rubber seal tted to the covers is an important component of the device. Take care when opening and closing the covers to avoid damaging the rubber seal. Also, ensure that the rubber seal is free from debris, such as sand or dust to prevent damage to the device.

7Indications used in this manualMode indicationsMode IndicationSmart Auto tProgram PAperture PriorityAShutter PrioritySManualMCustom1TCustom2USmartsIcons used in this manualIcon FunctionAdditional informationSafety warnings and precautions[ ]Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button.( )Page number of related information→The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select b → Quality (represents select b, and then Quality). *Annotation

8ContentsChapter 1My CameraGetting started ............................................................................................ 30Unpacking.................................................................................................................... 30Camera layout .............................................................................................. 31Using the drive dial ................................................................................................... 36Using the EVF button ............................................................................................... 36Inserting the battery and memory card ................................................. 37Inserting the battery ................................................................................................ 37Inserting a memory card ........................................................................................ 37Removing the battery and memory card ......................................................... 38Using the memory card adapter .......................................................................... 38Charging the battery and turning on your camera .............................. 39Charging the battery................................................................................................ 39Turning on your camera ......................................................................................... 40Performing the initial setup ...................................................................... 41Selecting functions (options) ................................................................... 43Selecting with buttons ............................................................................................ 43Selecting by touch .................................................................................................... 44Using m ................................................................................................................. 45E.g. Selecting the photo size in P mode.............................................................. 45Using the Smart panel ............................................................................................. 46E.g. Adjust the exposure value in P mode .......................................................... 46Using iFn ....................................................................................................................... 47Using custom buttons and dials .......................................................................... 49Available items ............................................................................................................. 49TipsConcepts in PhotographyShooting postures....................................................................................... 14Holding the camera ..................................................................................................... 14Standing photography ............................................................................................... 14Crouching photography ............................................................................................ 15Using the display .......................................................................................................... 15Low-angle shot .............................................................................................................. 16High-angle shot ............................................................................................................. 16Aperture ........................................................................................................ 17Aperture value and the depth of eld .................................................................. 18Shutter speed ............................................................................................... 19ISO sensitivity .............................................................................................. 20How the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity control exposure ....................................................................................................... 21Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective ................ 22Depth of eld ............................................................................................... 23What controls out-of-focus eects? ....................................................................... 23DOF preview ................................................................................................................... 25Composition ................................................................................................. 25Rule of Thirds .................................................................................................................. 25Photos with two subjects .......................................................................................... 26Flash ............................................................................................................... 27Flash guide number ..................................................................................................... 27Bounce Photography .................................................................................................. 28

9ContentsDisplay icons ................................................................................................ 50In Shooting mode ..................................................................................................... 50Capturing photos ........................................................................................................ 50Recording videos ......................................................................................................... 52About the level gauge ............................................................................................... 53In Playback mode ...................................................................................................... 54Viewing photos ............................................................................................................ 54Playing videos ............................................................................................................... 54Changing the information displayed ................................................................. 55Viewing the status display panel ......................................................................... 56Viewing the notication panel ............................................................................. 57Lenses ............................................................................................................ 58Lens layout ................................................................................................................... 58Locking or unlocking the lens ................................................................................. 59Lens markings ............................................................................................................ 61Accessories ................................................................................................... 62External ash layout ................................................................................................. 62Connecting the external ash ................................................................................. 64Shooting modes .......................................................................................... 65t Smart Auto mode ............................................................................................ 65P Program mode ....................................................................................................... 67Program Shift ................................................................................................................ 68Minimum shutter speed ............................................................................................ 68A Aperture Priority mode...................................................................................... 69S Shutter Priority mode .......................................................................................... 70M Manual mode........................................................................................................ 71Using the Bulb function ............................................................................................ 71T U Custom mode ................................................................................................ 72Saving custom modes ................................................................................................ 72Downloading custom modes .................................................................................. 73Selecting custom modes .......................................................................................... 73Deleting custom modes ............................................................................................ 73s Smart mode .......................................................................................................... 74Capturing panoramic photos .................................................................................. 76Using the Auto Shutter mode ................................................................................. 77Recording a video ..................................................................................................... 783D mode ....................................................................................................................... 80Available functions by shooting mode ............................................................. 81Chapter 2Shooting FunctionsSize and Resolution .................................................................................... 83Photo size ..................................................................................................................... 83Quality ........................................................................................................................... 84ISO sensitivity .............................................................................................. 85OLED Color ................................................................................................... 86White Balance .............................................................................................. 87Customizing preset White Balance options ....................................................... 88Picture Wizard (photo styles) .................................................................... 89Smart Filter ................................................................................................... 90

10ContentsAF mode ........................................................................................................ 91Single AF ....................................................................................................................... 92Continuous AF ............................................................................................................ 92Action AF ...................................................................................................................... 93Manual focus ............................................................................................................... 93AF area ........................................................................................................... 94Selection AF ................................................................................................................ 94Multi AF ......................................................................................................................... 95Face Detection AF ..................................................................................................... 95Self-Portrait AF ........................................................................................................... 96Touch AF ........................................................................................................ 97Touch AF ....................................................................................................................... 97AF Point ......................................................................................................................... 97Tracking AF .................................................................................................................. 97One touch shot .......................................................................................................... 98Focus assist ................................................................................................... 99MF Assist ....................................................................................................................... 99Focus Peaking .......................................................................................................... 100DMF (Direct Manual Focus) ................................................................................ 100Setting DMF responsiveness ................................................................................. 100Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) ........................................................... 101Drive (shooting method) ......................................................................... 102Single .......................................................................................................................... 103Continuous ............................................................................................................... 103Timer ........................................................................................................................... 104Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE Bracket) .......................................................... 104White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket) ......................................................... 105Picture Wizard Bracketing (P Wiz Bracket) ..................................................... 105Depth Bracketing ................................................................................................... 106Bracket Settings ...................................................................................................... 106Interval Capture ......................................................................................... 107Flash ............................................................................................................. 108Reducing the red-eye eect ............................................................................... 109Using the built-in ash ......................................................................................... 109Adjusting the ash intensity .............................................................................. 110Flash settings ........................................................................................................... 111Setting external ash ............................................................................................... 111Setting wireless sync for internal or external ash ........................................ 112Locking the ash intensity .................................................................................. 113Metering ...................................................................................................... 114Multi ............................................................................................................................ 114Center-weighted .................................................................................................... 115Spot ............................................................................................................................. 115Measuring the exposure value of the focus area ......................................... 116Dynamic Range ......................................................................................... 117Exposure compensation .......................................................................... 118Using Framing Mode ................................................................................................ 119Viewing the overexposure guide ......................................................................... 119Using the brightness adjustment guide ........................................................... 119Exposure/Focus lock ................................................................................. 120Exposure/Focus separation ..................................................................... 121

11ContentsVideo functions ......................................................................................... 122Movie size.................................................................................................................. 122Movie quality ........................................................................................................... 123Multi Motion ............................................................................................................ 123DIS (Anti-Shake) ...................................................................................................... 124Fader ........................................................................................................................... 124Voice ............................................................................................................................ 125Wind Cut .................................................................................................................... 125Mic Level .................................................................................................................... 125Smart Range ............................................................................................................. 125Chapter 3Playback/EditingSearching and managing les ................................................................ 127Viewing photos ....................................................................................................... 127Viewing image thumbnails ................................................................................. 127Viewing les by category .................................................................................... 128Viewing les as a folder ........................................................................................ 129Protecting les ........................................................................................................ 130Lock/Unlock all les .................................................................................................. 130Deleting les ............................................................................................................ 131Deleting a single le ................................................................................................. 131Deleting multiple les .............................................................................................. 131Deleting all les .......................................................................................................... 131Viewing photos .......................................................................................... 132Enlarging a photo .................................................................................................. 132Viewing a slide show ............................................................................................. 133Viewing the overexposure guide ..................................................................... 134Viewing interval shots .......................................................................................... 134Auto rotating ........................................................................................................... 134Converting to JPEG ................................................................................................ 134Playing videos ............................................................................................ 135Scanning backward or forward ......................................................................... 135Adjusting the brightness of a video ................................................................ 136Adjusting the volume of a video ...................................................................... 136Trimming a video during playback .................................................................. 137Capturing an image during playback ............................................................. 137Editing photos ........................................................................................... 138Cropping a photo ................................................................................................... 138Rotating a photo .................................................................................................... 139Resizing photos....................................................................................................... 139Adjusting your photos .......................................................................................... 140Retouching faces .................................................................................................... 140Applying Smart Filter eects .............................................................................. 141

12ContentsConnecting the camera as a removable disk ............................................... 165Transferring les to your Windows OS computer .......................................... 165Disconnecting the camera (for Windows 7) ..................................................... 166Transferring les to your Mac OS ......................................................................... 166Chapter 5Camera settings menuUser settings ............................................................................................... 169Manage Custom Mode ......................................................................................... 169ISO Customizing ..................................................................................................... 169ISO Step ......................................................................................................................... 169Auto ISO Range .......................................................................................................... 169ISO Expansion ............................................................................................................. 169Noise Reduction ..................................................................................................... 170DMF (Direct Manual Focus) ................................................................................ 170DMF Responsiveness ............................................................................................ 170Color Space ............................................................................................................... 171Distortion Correct .................................................................................................. 172Touch Operation ..................................................................................................... 172iFn Setting ................................................................................................................. 172User Display .............................................................................................................. 173Key Mapping ............................................................................................................ 173AF Release Priority ................................................................................................. 175MobileLink/NFC Image Size ............................................................................... 175Chapter 4Connecting & TransferringConnecting to a smart phone ................................................................. 143Using the NFC Feature .......................................................................................... 143Using NFC features in Shooting mode ............................................................... 143Using NFC features in Playback mode (Photo Beam) ................................... 143Sending les to a smart phone ......................................................................... 144Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release ...................................... 146Saving les to a smart phone automatically ................................................ 148Sharing via SNS & email ........................................................................... 150Connecting to a WLAN ......................................................................................... 150Setting network options ......................................................................................... 151Manually setting the IP address ........................................................................... 151Using the web browser ........................................................................................ 152Network connection tips ..................................................................................... 153Entering text ............................................................................................................ 154Uploading photos or videos to SNS ................................................................ 155Sending photos via email .................................................................................... 156Storing a sender’s information.............................................................................. 158Viewing photos or videos on a TV ......................................................... 159Connecting wirelessly .......................................................................................... 159Connecting via cable ............................................................................................ 161Viewing les on an HDTV ........................................................................................ 161Viewing les on a 3D TV .......................................................................................... 162Connecting to a computer ...................................................................... 163Using Auto Backup for photos or videos ....................................................... 163Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC ..................................... 163Using the Auto Backup feature ............................................................................. 163

13ContentsAbout the battery .................................................................................................. 191Battery specications ............................................................................................... 191Battery life .................................................................................................................... 192Low battery message ............................................................................................... 192Notes about using the battery .............................................................................. 192Cautions about using the battery ........................................................................ 193Notes about charging the battery ....................................................................... 193Notes about charging with a computer connected...................................... 194Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care ............................ 194Using programs on a PC........................................................................... 195Using i-Launcher .................................................................................................... 195Opening i-Launcher .................................................................................................. 195Available programs ................................................................................................... 195Installing i-Launcher on a PC ................................................................................. 196Installing Samsung RAW Converter ................................................................. 197Using Samsung RAW Converter ........................................................................ 197Updating the rmware ............................................................................. 198Before contacting a service center ........................................................ 199Camera specications .............................................................................. 202Glossary ....................................................................................................... 207Optional accessories ................................................................................. 213Index ............................................................................................................ 214EVF button Interaction ......................................................................................... 175Grid Line .................................................................................................................... 176AF Lamp ..................................................................................................................... 176E-Shutter .................................................................................................................... 176Lens Button Speed Settings ............................................................................... 176Setting ......................................................................................................... 177Chapter 6AppendixError messages .......................................................................................... 183Maintaining the camera........................................................................... 184Cleaning the camera ............................................................................................. 184Camera lens and display ......................................................................................... 184Image sensor ............................................................................................................... 184Camera body ............................................................................................................... 184Using or storing the camera ............................................................................... 185Inappropriate places to use or store the camera ........................................... 185Using on beaches or shores ................................................................................... 185Storing for extended period of time ................................................................... 185Using the camera with caution in humid environments ............................ 186Other cautions ............................................................................................................ 186About memory card .............................................................................................. 187Supported memory card ........................................................................................ 187Memory card capacity ............................................................................................. 188Cautions when using memory cards .................................................................. 190

14Concepts in PhotographyStanding photographyCompose your shot, stand up straight with your feet shoulder-length apart, and keep your elbows pointed down.Shooting posturesA 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 slow shutter speed, hold your breath to minimize body movement.Holding the cameraHold the camera with your right hand and place your right index nger on the shutter button. Place your left hand under the lens for support.Tips

15Concepts in PhotographyCrouching photographyCompose your shot, crouch with one knee touching the ground, and keep a straight posture.Using the displayTo take photos at high or low angles, tilt the display up or down. You can tilt the display up to 90° upwards ( ) or 45° downwards ( ).•Keep the display closed ( ) when the camera is not in use.•Tilt the display only within the angle allowed. Failing to do so may damage your camera.

16Concepts in PhotographyLow-angle shotA low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below your eyeline, looking up the subject.High-angle shotA high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above your eyeline, looking down on the subject.

17Concepts in PhotographyApertureThe aperture 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. The size of the aperture is related to the amount of light: a larger aperture allows more light and a smaller aperture allows less light.Aperture sizesMinimum aperture Medium aperture Maximum apertureAperture opened slightly Aperture opened wideThe 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.The opening in the aperture is described as the Exposure Value (EV). Increasing the Exposure Value (+1 EV) means the amount of light doubles. Decreasing the Exposure Value (-1 EV) means the amount of light halves. You can also use the exposure compensation feature to ne-tune the amount of light by subdividing exposure values into 1/2, 1/3 EV, and so on.+1 EVF1.4 F2 F2.8 F4 F5.6 F8-1 EVExposure Value Steps

18Concepts in PhotographyAperture value and the depth of eldYou can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the aperture. It is closely related to the depth of eld (DOF), which can be expressed as small or large.A photo with a large DOF A photo with a small DOFThe aperture housing contains several blades. These blades move together and control the amount of light passing through the center of the aperture. The number of blades also aects the shape of light when shooting night scenes. If an aperture has an even number of blades, light divides into an equal number of sections. If the number of blades is odd, the number of sections is double the number of blades.For example, an aperture with 8 blades divides light into 8 sections and an aperture with 7 blades into 14 sections.7 blades 8 blades

19Concepts in PhotographyShutter speedShutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter. 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, 1/1,000 s, 1/2,000 s, and so on.Exposure+1 EV-1 EV1 s 1/2 s 1/4 s 1/8 s 1/15 s 1/30 sShutter speedTherefore, the faster the shutter speed, the less light will be let in. Likewise, the slower the shutter speed, the more light will be let in.The photos below illustrate that a slow shutter speed allows more time for light to enter the camera. This adds a motion blurring eect to moving objects. On the other hand, a fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo more easily freezes subjects in motion.0.8 s 0.004 s

20Concepts in PhotographyISO sensitivityThe exposure of an image is determined by the sensitivity of the camera. This sensitivity is based on international lm 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.ISO sensitivity doubles as the number doubles. For example, an ISO 200 setting is capable of capturing images at twice the speed of an ISO 100 setting. However, higher ISO settings can result in “noise“—small specks, spots, and other phenomena in a photo that give the shot a noisy or dirty appearance. As a general rule, it is best to use a low ISO setting to prevent noise in your photos, unless you are shooting in darkened environments or at night.Changes in the quality and brightness according to ISO sensitivityBecause a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less sensitive to light, you need more light to have an optimal exposure. When using a low ISO sensitivity, open the aperture more or reduce the shutter speed to allow more light to enter the camera. For example, on a sunny day when light is abundant, a low ISO sensitivity does not require a slow shutter speed. However, in a dark place or at night, a low ISO sensitivity will result in a blurry photo. Therefore, it is recommended to increase the ISO sensitivity by a moderate amount.A photo captured with a tripod and high ISO sensitivityA blurred photo with a low ISO sensitivity

21Concepts in PhotographyHow the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity control exposureThe 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 lm reacts to light. Together, these three aspects are described as the triangle of exposure.A change in shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity can be oset by adjustments to the others to maintain the amount of light. The results, however, change according to the settings. For example, shutter speed is useful in expressing movement, aperture can control the depth of eld, and ISO sensitivity can control the graininess of a photo.Settings ResultsAperture valueWide aperture = more lightNarrow aperture = less lightWide = small depth of eld Narrow = large depth of eldSettings ResultsShutter speedFast speed = less lightSlow speed = more lightFast = still Slow = blurryISO sensitivityHigh sensitivity = more sensitive to lightLow sensitivity = less sensitive to lightHigh = more grainy Low = less grainy

22Concepts in PhotographyCorrelation between focal length, angle, and perspectiveFocal length, which is measured in millimeters, is the distance between the middle of the lens to its focal point. It aects 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.Short focal lengthwide shotwide anglewide-angle lensLong focal lengthtelephoto shotnarrow angletelephoto lensLook at these photos below and compare the changes.18 mm angle 55 mm angle 200 mm angleNormally, a lens with a wide angle is suitable for shooting landscapes and a lens with a narrow angle is recommended for shooting sports events or portraits.

23Concepts in PhotographyDepth of eldPortraits 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 eld is the focused area around the subject. Therefore, a small DOF signies that the focused area is narrow and a large DOF means the focused area is wide.A photo with a small DOF, which stresses the subject and makes the rest of it blurred, can be obtained by using a telescope lens or selecting a low aperture value. Conversely, a photo with a large DOF which shows all the elements on the photo sharply focused can be achieved by using a wide angle lens or selecting a high aperture value.Small Depth of Field Large Depth of FieldWhat controls out-of-focus eects?DOF depends on aperture valueThe wider the aperture is (namely the lower the aperture value), the lower the DOF becomes. Under the condition where the focal length is equal, a low aperture value leads to a photo with a low DOF.55 mm F5.7 55 mm F22

24Concepts in PhotographyDOF depends on focal lengthThe longer the focal length is, the lower the DOF gets. A telescope lens with a longer focal length than a wide-angle lens with a short focal length is better to capture a photo of a low DOF.A photo captured with an 18 mm wide-angle lensA photo captured with a 100 mm telescope lensDOF depends on the distance between the subject and the cameraThe 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.A photo captured with a 100 mm telescope lensA photo captured close to the subject

25Concepts in PhotographyDOF previewYou can press the Preview button to get an idea of what your shot will look like before shooting. The camera adjusts the aperture to the predened settings and shows the results on the screen. Set the function of the Preview button to Optical Preview. (p. 173)CompositionIt is fun to capture 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.Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition.Rule of ThirdsTo use the rule of thirds, divide the image into a 3x3 pattern of equal rectangles.To compose photos that best emphasize the subject, make sure the subject is located at one of the corners of the center rectangle.

26Concepts in PhotographyUsing the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling compositions. Below are a few examples.Photos with two subjectsIf 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 1Subject 2Subject 1Subject 2Unstable StableWhen taking landscape photos, centering the horizon will create an unbalanced eect. Give more weight to the photo by moving the horizon up or down.Subject 1Subject 2Subject 1Subject 2Unstable Stable

27Concepts in PhotographyFlashLight is one of the most important components in photography. It is not easy, however, to have an enough amount of light anytime and anywhere. Making use of a ash allows you to optimize light settings and create a variety of eects.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. For example, ash can be used in compensating the exposure of a subject’s shadow or capturing clearly both the subject and the background in backlit conditions.Before correction After correctionFlash guide numberThe model number of a ash refers to the ash’s power, and the maximum amount of light created is represented by a value known as a “guide number“. The bigger the guide number, the more light is emitted from the ash. The guide number is achieved by multiplying the distance from the ash to the subject and the aperture value when the ISO sensitivity is set to 100.Guide number = Flash to Subject Distance X Aperture valueAperture value = Guide number/Flash to Subject DistanceFlash to Subject Distance = Guide number/Aperture valueTherefore, if you know the guide number of a ash, you can estimate an optimum ash to subject distance when setting the ash manually. For example, if a ash has a guide number of GN 20 and is 4 meters away from the subject, the optimal aperture value is F5.0.

28Concepts in PhotographyBounce PhotographyBounce photography refers to the method of bouncing light o of the ceiling or walls so that the light spreads evenly over the subject. Normally, photos captured with ash may appear unnatural and cast shadows. Subjects in photos captured with bounce photography cast no shadows and look smooth due to evenly spread light.

Chapter 1My CameraLearn about your camera’s layout, display icons, lens, optional accessories, and basic functions.

My Camera30Getting startedUnpackingCheck your product box for the following items.Camera (including the body cap, hot-shoe cover, and vertical battery grip connector cover)AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery StrapCD-ROM (User manual included)Quick Start Guide•The illustrations may dier from your actual items.•You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories. For information about accessories, refer to page 213.

My Camera31Camera layoutNo. Name1 Video recording button2 EV buttonPress and hold the button, and then scroll the command dial 2 to adjust the exposure value. (p. 118)3 Command dial 1• In the Menu screen: Move to a desired menu item.• In the Smart panel: Adjust a selected option.• In Shooting mode: Adjust shutter speed or aperture value in some shooting modes or change the size of a focus area.• In Playback mode: View thumbnails or enlarge or reduce a photo. Open or close a folder of continuous shots in Playback mode. Scan backward or forward a video.4 AF-assist light/Timer lamp5 Built-in ash (p. 109)No. Name6 Hot-shoe cover7 Hot-shoe8 Microphone 9 Flash pop-up button (p. 109)10 Lens release button11 Image sensor12 Speaker13 Lens mount14 Preview button (p. 25)15 Lens mount index16 Power switch17 Shutter button2 3 461897513 12 11 10141617 15

My Camera > Camera layout32No. Name1 Drive dial lock button2 Drive dial (p. 36)3 ISO button4 AF mode button5 Metering button6 WB button7 Viewnder8 Diopter adjustment dialIf the image is not clear through the viewnder, rotate the diopter adjustment dial to improve the image. 9 Mode dial lock buttonPress the lock button to lock the mode dial to prevent it from rotating unintentionally.No. Name10 Mode dial• t: Smart Auto mode (p. 65)• P: Program mode (p. 67)• A: Aperture Priority mode (p. 69)• S: Shutter Priority mode (p. 70)• M: Manual mode (p. 71)• T: Custom mode 1 (p. 72)• U: Custom mode 2 (p. 72)• s: Smart mode (p. 74)11 MOBILE buttonSelect a Wi-Fi function.12 Proximity sensor 13 Eye-cup 14 EVF buttonSet to use the viewnder or display. (p. 36)111214 13321 4 7 8 9105 6

My Camera > Camera layout33No. Name2 • In Shooting mode: Adjust shutter speed or aperture value in some shooting modes or change the size of a focus area.• In Playback mode: View previous or next le. Scan backward or forward a video. 3 Status display panel illumination buttonIlluminate the status display panel.4 Status display panelView the current AF mode, metering option, battery life, White Balance option, or ISO sensitivity. (p. 56)5 AEL button (p. 120)• In Shooting mode: Lock the adjusted exposure value or focus.• In Playback mode: Protect the selected le.6 Status lampIndicate the status of the camera.• Blinking: When saving a photo, shooting a video, sending data to a computer, connecting to WLAN, or sending a photo.• Steady: When there is no data transfer, when data transfer to a computer is complete, or charging the battery.7 f buttonAccess the Smart panel and ne-tune some settings.No. Name1 AF start buttonWhile this button is pressed, the camera adjusts the brightness of the focus area and automatically sets the optimum exposure value and locks the focus.2 Command dial 2• In the Menu screen: Move to a desired menu item.• In the Smart panel: Adjust a selected option. No. Name8 o button• In the Menu screen: Save the selected options.• In Shooting mode: Allow you to select a focus area manually in some shooting modes.9 Delete buttonDelete les in Playback mode.10Playback buttonEnter Playback mode to view pictures or videos.11Navigation button (Custom wheel)• In Shooting mode-D: Change the information on the display.-e/h/e: Perform the assigned function. (p. 173)-Rotate the wheel to adjust shutter speed, aperture value, ISO sensitivity, or to change the size of a focus area. (p. 173)• In other situations Move up, down, left, right, respectively. (You can also rotate the wheel.) 12 m buttonAccess options or menus.679101221 3 4 5811

My Camera > Camera layout34No. Name1 Eyelet for camera strap2 Headset portInsert a 3.5 mm stereo headset. 3 External microphone portInsert a 3.5 mm stereo microphone. 4 HDMI port5 USB and shutter release portConnect the camera to a computer or shutter release. Use a shutter release cable with a tripod to minimize camera movement. 6 Internal antenna* Avoid contact with the internal antenna while using a wireless network.7 NFC tag4153276

My Camera > Camera layout35No. Name1 Display (touch screen)• To take photos at high or low angles, tilt the display up or down. (p. 15)• Touch the screen to select a menu or an option. (p. 44)2 Tripod mount3 Vertical battery grip connector (cover)Connect the vertical grip (optional) to capture portraits conveniently and extend battery life.* When connecting to a vertical grip, remove the vertical grip battery connector cover and store it in the slot on vertical grip.4 Battery chamber coverInsert a battery.5 Memory card slotInsert a memory card.12453

My Camera > Camera layout36Using the drive dialWhile pressing the drive dial lock button( ), rotate the drive dial( ) to select a shooting method.21Do not rotate the drive dial without pressing the drive dial lock button. Doing so may damage the camera.Using the EVF buttonPressing [E] will allow you to view the viewnder or display.

My Camera > Inserting the battery and memory card38Removing the battery and memory cardRechargeable batteryBattery lockSlide the lock down to release the battery. Memory cardPush the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot.Using the memory card adapterTo use micro memory cards with this product, a PC, or a memory card reader, insert the card into an adapter. While the status lamp of the camera is blinking, do not remove the memory card or battery. Doing so may damage the data stored on the memory card or your camera.

My Camera39Charging the battery and turning on your cameraCharging the batteryBefore you use the camera for the rst time, you must charge the battery. Plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera, and then plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.Status lamp• Red light on: Charging• Green light on: Fully charged• Red light blinking: Charging error•Use only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera. If you use another AC adapter, the camera battery may not charge or work properly.•You can capture a photo without inserting a memory card, but the captured photo cannot be transferred to a memory card or a computer.

My Camera > Charging the battery and turning on your camera40Turning on your cameraSet the Power switch to ON.•To turn your camera o, set the Power switch to OFF.•The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the rst time. (p. 41)

My Camera41Performing the initial setupWhen you turn on your camera for the rst time, the initial setup screen appears. The language is preset for the country or region where the camera is sold. You can change the language as desired. You can also select an item by touching it on the screen.1 Press [h] to select Time Zone, and then press [o].2 Press [D/h] to select a time zone, and then press [o].BackTime Zone[GMT +00:00] London[GMT -01:00] Cape Verde[GMT -02:00] Mid-Atlantic[GMT -03:00] Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo[GMT -03:30] Newfoundland3 Press [h] to select Date Settings, and then press [o].4 Press [e/e] to select an item (Year/Month/Day).5 Press [D/h] to set the option, and then press [o].07Back SetYearMonth DayDate Settings•The screen may dier depending on the language you selected.6 Press [h] to select Time Settings, and then press [o].7 Press [e/e] to select an item (Hour/Minute/Summer time).8 Press [D/h] to set the option, and then press [o].Time SettingsBack SetDSTHour Min

My Camera > Performing the initial setup429 Press [h] to select Date Type, and then press [o].10 Press [D/h] to select a date type, and then press [o].SetBackLanguageTime ZoneDate SettingssTime SettingssDate TypeDate TypeYYYY/MM/DDMM/DD/YYYYDD/MM/YYYYLondonEnglish11 Press [h] to select Time Type, and then press [o].12 Press [D/h] to select a time type, and then press [o].Back SetLondon2014/01/0110:00 AMTime ZoneDate SettingsTime SettingsDate TypeTime TypeTime Type12H24H13 Press [m] to nish the initial setup.

My Camera43Selecting functions (options)Selecting with buttonsUse one of the following methods to select an option:•Rotate the command dial 1, and then press [o].•Rotate the command dial 2, and then press [o].•Rotate the navigation button, and then press [o].•Press [D/h/e/e], and then press [o].

My Camera > Selecting functions (options)44Selecting by touchDo not use sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen. You can damage the screen.Dragging: Touch and hold an area on the screen, and then drag your nger.Touching: Touch an icon to select a menu or an option.Flicking: Gently ick your nger across the screen.•When you touch or drag the screen, discolorations may occur. This is not a malfunction, but a characteristic of the touch screen. Touch or drag lightly to minimize the discolorations.•The touch screen may not work properly if you use the camera in extremely humid environments.•The touch screen may not work properly if you apply screen protection lm or other accessories to the screen.•Depending on the viewing angle, the screen may appear dim. Adjust the brightness or viewing angle to improve the resolution.

My Camera > Selecting functions (options)45Using mPress [m] or touch on the screen, and then change shooting options or settings.E.g. Selecting the photo size in P mode1 Rotate the mode dial to P.2 Press [m] or touch .3 Scroll the command dial 1 or press [D/h] to move to b, and then press [o].•You can also touch b on the screen.4 Rotate the navigation button or press [D/h] to move to Photo Size, and then press [o].•You can also drag the option list, and then touch an option.BackPhoto SizeQualityISOOLED ColorMinimum Shutter SpeedO5 Rotate the navigation button or press [D/h] to move to an option, and then press [o].•You can also drag the option list, and then touch an option.•Press [m] or touch Back to go back to the previous menu.BackPhoto SizeQualityISOOLED ColorMinimum Shutter Speed (3:2) (6480x4320)(3:2) (4560x3040)(3:2) (3264x2176)(3:2) (2112x1408)(16:9) (6480x3648)Photo Size6 Press [m] or touch Back to switch to Shooting mode.

My Camera > Selecting functions (options)46Using the Smart panelPress [f] or touch on the screen to access some functions such as Exposure, ISO, and White Balance.E.g. Adjust the exposure value in P mode1 Rotate the mode dial to P.2 Press [f] or touch .3 Scroll the command dial 2 or rotate the navigation button or press [D/h/e/e] to move to EV, and then press [o].•You can directly select an option by scrolling the command dial 1 without having to press [o].•You can also select an option by touching it.EV : 0.0AdjustBackYou can adjust some options by dragging them. 4 Scroll the command dial 1 or command dial 2, or rotate the navigation button, or press [e/e] to adjust the exposure value, and then press [o].•You can also drag the dial on the screen, and then touch Set to adjust the option.EV : 0.0Back Set

My Camera > Selecting functions (options)47Using iFnPress [i-Function] on an i-Function lens to manually select and adjust shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, ISO sensitivity, and White Balance on the lens.0.0Select an option.Adjust an option value.1 Rotate the mode dial to P, A, S, or M.2 Press [i-Function] on the lens to select a setting.•To select items to appear, select [m] → d → iFn Setting → an item.•You can also press [i-Function], and then press [D/h] or drag the screen to select a setting.Option DescriptionApertureAdjust the aperture value.Shutter speedAdjust the shutter speed.EVAdjust the exposure value.ISOAdjust the ISO sensitivity.White BalanceSelect a White Balance option.intelli-ZoomZoom in on a subject with less degradation of photo quality than the Digital zoom. However, the photo resolution or size may change compared to when you zoom in by rotating the zoom ring.

My Camera > Selecting functions (options)483 Adjust the focus ring to select an option.•You can also scroll the command dial 2 or rotate the navigation button or drag the screen to select an option.4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to capture the photo.Available optionsShooting mode P A S M 3DAperture-O-O-Shutter speed- - O O -EVO O O - OISOOOOOOWhite BalanceOOOOOintelli-ZoomOOOOO•This function is not available when you attach a 3D lens and set 3D Auto Mode in 3D mode.•intelli-Zoom is not available when you capture photos in the RAW le format.•intelli-Zoom is deactivated when you record videos by pressing the video recording button.

My Camera > Selecting functions (options)49Using custom buttons and dialsAssign your favorite functions to some buttons and dials. In Shooting mode, press [m] → d → Key Mapping → an option.Available itemsPreview button, AEL button, AF start button, Navigation button, Command dial 1/2When you frequently adjust AF Area, White Balance, and Picture Wizard (Example)1 In shooting mode, [m] → d → Key Mapping.2 Select a button from the list.3 Select a function.Button Function DescriptionCustom ◄ KeyAF Area Select the positions of the focus area.Custom ► KeyWhite Balance Select the appropriate light source.Custom ▼ KeyPicture Wizard Apply dierent photo styles.4 Press [m] to move to the previous screen.

My Camera50Display iconsIcon DescriptionShooting modeCurrent dateCurrent timeFocal length*Notication panel bar (Touch) Memory card not inserted**Auto exposure lock (p. 120)Auto focus lock (p. 120)Flash intensity lock (p. 113)Available number of photos100%Battery percentageAuto focus frameSpot metering area• : Fully charged• : Partially charged• (Red): Empty (recharge the battery)• : Charging• : Internal battery in use (when the vertical grip is connected)• : External battery in use (when the vertical grip is connected)Icon DescriptionCamera shakeManual focus scaleLevel gauge (p. 52)Histogram (p.173)FocusShutter speedAperture valueExposure adjustment valueExposure level displayISO sensitivity (p. 85)* This icon appears when you attach the Power Zoom lens.** Photos that were captured without inserting a memory card cannot be transferred to a memory card or a computer.In Shooting modeCapturing photos1. Shooting information