Samsung Electronics Co NX20 Digital Camera User Manual NX20 UM ENG D1 120213

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User Manual
This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera.
Please read this manual thoroughly.
ENG
Copyright information
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without prior permission.
• We recommend using your camera within the country where you
purchase it.
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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.
Warning—situations that could cause injury to
yourself or others
Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera.
This may result in electric shock or damage to the camera.
Do not use your camera near ﬂammable or explosive
gases and liquids.
This may cause a ﬁre or explosion.
Do not insert ﬂammable materials into the camera or store
these materials near the camera.
This may cause a ﬁre or electric shock.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight.
Do not use the ﬂash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people
or animals. If you use the ﬂash 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 with blankets or clothes.
The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a
ﬁre.
Do not handle your camera with wet hands.
This may result in electric shock.
If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately
disconnect all power sources, such as the battery, and
then contact a Samsung service center.
Health and safety information
Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a
camera in a certain area.
Caution—situations that could cause damage to your
camera or other equipment
• Avoid interference with other electronic devices.
• Turn off the camera when in an aircraft. Your camera can cause
interference with aircraft equipment. Follow all airline regulations and
turn off your camera when directed by airline personnel.
• Turn off 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 minimum of 15 cm between this camera and all pacemakers
to avoid potential interference, as recommended by the manufacturer
and the independent research group, Wireless Technology Research.
If you have any reason to suspect that your camera is interfering with
a pacemaker or other medical device, turn off the camera immediately
and contact the manufacturer of the pacemaker or medical device for
guidance.
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.
Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended,
Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Do not damage or heat
the battery.
Inauthentic, damaged, or heated batteries may cause a ﬁre 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 ﬁre or electric shock.
Health and safety information
Do not touch the ﬂash while it ﬁres.
Never use a damaged battery, or memory card.
The ﬂash is very hot when ﬁred and may burn your skin.
This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a ﬁre.
Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose
outlet when you charge batteries.
Check that the camera is operating properly before use.
This may cause a ﬁre or electric shock.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of ﬁles or damage
that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.
Do not force the camera’s parts or apply pressure to the
camera.
You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your
camera.
This may cause your camera to malfunction.
If the cable is reversed, it may damage your ﬁles. The manufacturer is
not responsible for any loss of data.
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.
Protect your camera’s lens.
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as 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 affect your camera’s overall performance.
Health and safety information
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.
Indications used in this manual
Icons used in this manual
Icon
Function
Shooting mode indications
Shooting mode
Indication
Additional information
Smart Auto
Safety warnings and precautions
Program
[ ]
Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the
shutter button.
Aperture Priority
Shutter Priority
( )
Page number of related information
Manual
Custom
→
The order of options or menus you must select to
perform a step; for example: Select 1 → Quality
(represents select 1, and then Quality).
The number next to the icon may vary depending on
the shooting mode. That is, some options may be
located under 2 or 3.
Lens Priority
Wi-Fi
Scene
Movie
Annotation
Contents
Tips
Chapter 1
Concepts in Photography
My Camera
Shooting postures ....................................................................... 13
Getting started ............................................................................ 29
Unpacking ..................................................................................... 29
Camera layout ............................................................................. 30
Holding the camera .......................................................................... 13
Standing photography...................................................................... 13
Crouching photography ................................................................... 14
Using the display .............................................................................. 14
Low-angle shot ................................................................................ 15
High-angle shot................................................................................ 15
Aperture ....................................................................................... 16
Aperture value and the depth of ﬁeld ................................................ 17
Shutter speed .............................................................................. 18
ISO sensitivity .............................................................................. 19
How the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity
control exposure ......................................................................... 20
Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective ....... 21
Depth of ﬁeld ............................................................................... 22
What controls out-of-focus effects? ................................................. 22
DOF preview .................................................................................... 24
Composition ................................................................................ 24
Rule of Thirds ................................................................................... 24
Photos with two subjects ................................................................. 25
Display icons ............................................................................... 33
In Shooting mode .......................................................................... 33
Capturing photos ............................................................................ 33
Recording videos ............................................................................ 34
In Playback mode .......................................................................... 35
Viewing photos ............................................................................... 35
Playing videos ................................................................................. 35
Lenses.......................................................................................... 36
Lens layout .................................................................................... 36
Locking or unlocking the lens .......................................................... 37
Lens markings ............................................................................... 39
Accessories .................................................................................
External ﬂash layout .......................................................................
Connecting the ﬂash ......................................................................
GPS module layout (optional).........................................................
Attaching the GPS module ............................................................
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Flash............................................................................................. 26
Flash guide number.......................................................................... 26
Bounce Photography ....................................................................... 27
Contents
Shooting modes .......................................................................... 44
t Smart Auto mode ........................................................... 44
P Program mode........................................................................... 45
Program Shift ..................................................................................
A Aperture Priority mode ..............................................................
S Shutter Priority mode .................................................................
M Manual mode............................................................................
Framing mode.................................................................................
Using bulb.......................................................................................
T Custom mode ...........................................................................
Saving custom modes ....................................................................
Selecting custom modes .................................................................
i Lens Priority mode ...................................................................
Using the E mode ................................................................
Using i-Function in PASM modes .................................................
Using Z..................................................................................
s Scene mode .........................................................................
v Movie mode ............................................................................
Available functions by shooting mode ............................................
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Chapter 2
Shooting Functions
Size ..............................................................................................
Photo size options .........................................................................
Video size options .........................................................................
Quality ..........................................................................................
Photo quality options .....................................................................
Video quality options .....................................................................
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ISO sensitivity .............................................................................. 62
White Balance (light source) ....................................................... 63
White Balance options ................................................................... 63
Customizing preset options ............................................................. 64
Picture Wizard (photo styles)...................................................... 66
AF mode ......................................................................................
Single AF .......................................................................................
Continuous AF...............................................................................
Manual focus .................................................................................
AF area .........................................................................................
Selection AF ..................................................................................
Multi AF .........................................................................................
Face detection AF .........................................................................
Self-portrait AF ..............................................................................
MF assist .....................................................................................
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Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)................................................
OIS options ...................................................................................
Drive (shooting method) .............................................................
Single ............................................................................................
Continuous ....................................................................................
Burst .............................................................................................
Timer .............................................................................................
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE Bracket) .........................................
White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket) ........................................
Picture Wizard Bracketing (P Wiz Bracket) .....................................
Bracketing setting..........................................................................
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Flash.............................................................................................
Flash options .................................................................................
Correcting the red-eye effect .........................................................
Using the built-in ﬂash ...................................................................
Adjusting the ﬂash intensity............................................................
Metering .......................................................................................
Multi ..............................................................................................
Center-weighted ............................................................................
Spot ..............................................................................................
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Measuring the exposure value of the focus area ............................ 83
Dynamic Range Expansion ........................................................
Smart Range .................................................................................
High Dynamic Range .....................................................................
Smart Filter ..................................................................................
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Selective Color ............................................................................ 86
Selecting a color in an image........................................................... 86
Color space ................................................................................. 87
Exposure compensation ............................................................. 88
Exposure/Focus lock .................................................................. 89
Video functions............................................................................
Movie AE mode .............................................................................
Multi Motion ..................................................................................
Fader.............................................................................................
Voice .............................................................................................
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Chapter 3
Playback/Editing
Searching and managing ﬁles ....................................................
Viewing photos ..............................................................................
Viewing image thumbnails .............................................................
Viewing ﬁles by category in Smart Album.......................................
Viewing ﬁles as a folder..................................................................
Protecting ﬁles ...............................................................................
Deleting ﬁles ..................................................................................
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Deleting a single ﬁle ......................................................................... 95
Deleting multiple ﬁles ....................................................................... 96
Deleting all ﬁles................................................................................ 96
Viewing photos ............................................................................ 97
Enlarging a photo .......................................................................... 97
Viewing a slide show ..................................................................... 97
Auto rotating.................................................................................. 98
Playing videos ............................................................................. 99
Trimming a video during playback .................................................. 99
Capturing an image during playback ........................................... 100
Editing photos ........................................................................... 101
Options ....................................................................................... 101
Contents
Chapter 4
Wireless network
Connecting to a WLAN and conﬁguring network settings ..... 104
Connecting to a WLAN ................................................................ 104
Setting network options ................................................................ 105
Manually setting the IP address ..................................................... 105
Using the login browser ............................................................... 106
Network connection tips .............................................................. 107
Entering text ................................................................................ 108
Sending photos or videos to a smart phone ........................... 109
Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release .................. 110
Using photo or video sharing websites ................................... 112
Accessing a website .................................................................... 112
Uploading photos or videos ......................................................... 112
Sending photos or videos via email ......................................... 114
Changing email settings .............................................................. 114
Storing your information ................................................................ 114
Setting an email password ............................................................ 115
Changing the email password ....................................................... 115
Sending photos or videos via email.............................................. 116
Uploading photos to a cloud server......................................... 118
Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos......................... 119
Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC ..................... 119
Sending photos or videos to a PC ............................................... 119
Viewing photos or videos on a TV Link-enabled TV ............... 121
Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct .......................................... 123
About the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature.................................... 124
Setting the PC to wake up from sleep mode .................................. 124
Setting the PC to turn on ............................................................... 125
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Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Camera settings menu
Connecting to external devices
User settings ............................................................................. 127
ISO Customizing.......................................................................... 127
Viewing ﬁles on a TV or HDTV .................................................. 138
Viewing ﬁles on a TV .................................................................... 138
Viewing ﬁles on an HDTV ............................................................. 139
Viewing ﬁles on a 3D TV .............................................................. 140
Printing photos .......................................................................... 141
Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ............................ 141
ISO step........................................................................................ 127
Auto ISO range ............................................................................. 127
Noise Reduction ..........................................................................
Bracket Set .................................................................................
DMF ............................................................................................
AF Priority ....................................................................................
Save as Custom Mode ................................................................
iFn Customizing ...........................................................................
Key Mapping ...............................................................................
Display Select ..............................................................................
User Display ................................................................................
Grid Line......................................................................................
Distortion Correct ........................................................................
AF Lamp .....................................................................................
E-Shutter .....................................................................................
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Setting 1..................................................................................... 132
Setting 2..................................................................................... 134
Setting 3..................................................................................... 135
GPS ............................................................................................ 136
Conﬁguring print settings .............................................................. 142
Creating a print order (DPOF)....................................................... 142
DPOF options ............................................................................... 143
Transferring ﬁles to your computer .......................................... 144
Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer ............................... 144
Connecting the camera as a removable disk ................................. 144
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) ................................. 145
Transferring ﬁles to your Mac computer ....................................... 145
Using programs on a PC........................................................... 146
Installing software ........................................................................ 146
Programs contained on the CD ..................................................... 146
Using Intelli-studio .......................................................................
Requirements................................................................................
Using the Intelli-studio Interface .....................................................
Transferring ﬁles using Intelli-studio................................................
Using Samsung RAW Converter ..................................................
Requirements for Windows ...........................................................
Requirements for Mac ...................................................................
Using the Samsung RAW Converter Interface ...............................
Editing RAW format ﬁles ................................................................
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Chapter 7
Before contacting a service center .......................................... 163
Appendix
Camera speciﬁcations .............................................................. 166
Error messages ......................................................................... 154
Glossary ..................................................................................... 171
Maintaining the camera ............................................................ 155
Cleaning the camera.................................................................... 155
Optional accessories ................................................................ 177
Camera lens and display ............................................................... 155
Image sensor ................................................................................ 155
Camera body ................................................................................ 155
FCC notice ................................................................................. 182
Using or storing the camera.........................................................
Inappropriate places to use or store the camera ............................
Using on beaches or shores ..........................................................
Storing for extended period of time ...............................................
Using the camera with caution in humid environments ..................
Other cautions ..............................................................................
About memory card.....................................................................
Supported memory card ...............................................................
Memory card capacity...................................................................
Cautions when using memory cards .............................................
About the battery.........................................................................
Battery speciﬁcations ....................................................................
Battery life .....................................................................................
Low battery message ....................................................................
Notes about using the battery .......................................................
Notes about charging the battery ..................................................
Index .......................................................................................... 179
Declaration sentence in ofﬁcial languages .............................. 185
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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.
Holding the camera
Hold the camera with your right hand and place you right index ﬁnger
on the shutter button. Place your left hand under the lens for support.
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Crouching photography
Compose your shot, crouch with one knee touching the ground, and
keep a straight posture.
Using the display
Swing the display outwards 180° and rotate it up or down for
high- and low-angle photos or self portraits. You can rotate the display
a maximum of 90° downward or 180° upward.
• Fold the display when not in use.
• Rotate the display only within the angle allowed.
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Low-angle shot
A low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below the eyeline,
looking up the subject.
High-angle shot
A high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above the eyeline,
looking down on the subject.
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Concepts in Photography
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. The size of the aperture
is closely related to the brightness of a photo: the larger the aperture,
the brighter the photo; the smaller the aperture, the darker the photo.
Aperture sizes
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.
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
ﬁne-tune the amount of light by subdividing exposure values into 1/2,
1/3 EV, and so on.
+1 EV
Minimum aperture
Medium aperture
-1 EV
Maximum aperture
F1.4
F2
F2.8
F4
F5.6
F8
Exposure Value Steps
Darker photo
(aperture opened slightly)
Brighter photo
(aperture opened wide)
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Aperture value and the depth of ﬁeld
You can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the
aperture. It is closely related to the depth of ﬁeld (DOF), which can be
expressed as small or large.
The 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 affects 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.
A photo with a large DOF
A photo with a small DOF
7 blades
8 blades
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Therefore, 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.
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.
As the photos below illustrate, a slow shutter speed allows more time
to let light in, so the photo becomes brighter. On the other hand, a fast
shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo becomes
darker and more easily freezes subjects in motion.
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.
+1 EV
Exposure
-1 EV
0.8 s
1s
1/2 s
1/4 s
1/8 s
1/15 s
0.004 s
1/30 s
Shutter Speed
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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. 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 low
shutter speed. However, in a dark place or at night, a low ISO sensitivity
and a fast shutter speed will result in a blurry photo.
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.
A photo captured with a tripod and
high sensitivity
A blurred photo with a low ISO sensitivity
Changes in the quality and brightness according to ISO sensitivity
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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.
Together, these three aspects are described as the triangle of exposure.
A change in shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity can be
offset 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 ﬁeld, and ISO sensitivity can control the graininess of a
photo.
Settings
Results
Settings
Shutter speed
Results
Fast speed
= less light
Slow speed
= more light
Fast = still
Slow = blurry
ISO sensitivity
High sensitivity
= more sensitive to light
Low sensitivity
= less sensitive to light
High = more grainy
Low = less grainy
Aperture
Wide aperture
= more light
Narrow aperture
= less light
Wide = small depth of ﬁeld
Narrow = large depth of ﬁeld
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Correlation between focal length, angle,
and perspective
Long focal length
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.
telephoto lens
telephoto shot
narrow angle
Short focal length
Look at these photos below and compare the changes.
wide-angle lens
wide shot
wide angle
18 mm angle
55 mm angle
200 mm angle
Normally, 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.
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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.
DOF depends on aperture value
The wider the aperture is (namely the lower the aperture value), the
lower the DOF becomes. Under the condition where the other values
including shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are equal, a low aperture
value leads to a photo with a low DOF.
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.
55 mm F5.7
Small Depth of Field
55 mm F22
Large Depth of Field
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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 capture 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.
A photo captured with a 100 mm telescope lens
A photo captured with a 18 mm
telescope lens
A photo captured with a 100 mm
telescope lens
A photo captured close to the subject
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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. (p. 129)
Composition
It 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 Thirds
To 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.
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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. Give more weight to the photo by moving the
horizon up or down.
Subject 1
Subject 1
Subject 2
Subject 2
Unstable
Stable
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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. For example, ﬂash can be used in compensating the
exposure of a subject’s shadow or capturing clearly both the subject
and the background in backlit conditions.
The model number of a ﬂash refers to the ﬂash’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 ﬂash. The guide number is achieved by multiplying the
distance from the ﬂash to the subject and the aperture value when the
ISO sensitivity is set to 100.
Guide number = Flash to Subject Distance X Aperture value
Aperture value = Guide number / Flash to Subject Distance
Flash to Subject Distance = Guide number / Aperture value
Therefore, if you know the guide number of a ﬂash, you can estimate an
optimum ﬂash to subject distance when setting the ﬂash manually. For
example, if a ﬂash has a guide number of GN 20 and is 4 meters away
from the subject, the optimal aperture value is F5.0.
Before correction
After correction
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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 captured with ﬂash may appear
unnatural and cast shadows. Subjects in photos captured with bounce
photography cast no shadows and look smooth due to evenly spread
light.
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Chapter 1
My Camera
Learn about your camera’s layout, display icons, basic functions, supplied lens,
and optional accessories.
My Camera
Getting started
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Camera
(including the body cap, eye-cup,
and hot-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.
• 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 177.
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Camera layout
2 3
No.
4 5
Jog dial
• In the Menu screen: Move to a
10
11
12
17
16
15
14
Name
13
desired menu item.
• In Shooting mode: Adjust shutter
speed or aperture value in some
shooting modes and change the size
of a focus area.
• In Playback mode: Enlarge or
reduce a photo, view thumbnails,
adjust the volume level.
Mode dial
• t: Smart Auto mode (p. 44)
• P: Program mode (p. 45)
• A: Aperture Priority mode (p. 46)
• S: Shutter Priority mode (p. 46)
• M: Manual mode (p. 47)
• T: Custom mode (p. 48)
• i: Lens Priority Mode (p. 50)
• B: Wi-Fi (p. 103)
• s: Scene mode (p. 53)
• v: Movie mode (p. 56)
No.
Name
Hot-shoe cover
Hot-shoe
Built-in ﬂash (p. 79)
Flash pop-up button (p. 79)
Eyelet for camera strap
Image sensor
10
Speaker
11
Lens release button
12
Lens mount
13
Depth preview button (p. 129)
14
Lens mount index
15
AF-assist light/Timer lamp
16
Power switch
17
Shutter button
Microphone
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Camera layout
No.
15
14
13
12 11
10 9 8
No.
AEL button (p. 129)
• In Shooting mode: Lock the adjusted
Video recording button
Start recording a video.
EV adjust button (p. 88)
Press and hold the button, and then
scroll the jog dial or rotate the navigation
button to adjust the exposure value.
10
exposure value or focus.
• In Playback mode: Protect the
displayed ﬁle.
Access major functions and ﬁne-tune
some settings.
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selected options.
• In Shooting mode: Allow you to
select a focus area manually in some
shooting modes.
Delete/Custom button
• In Shooting mode: Perform the
Playback button
Enter Playback mode.
Indicate the status of the camera.
• Blinking: When saving a photo,
shooting a video, sending data to a
computer or printer, or connecting to
WLAN or sending a photo.
• Steady: When there is no data transfer
or when data transfer to a computer or
printer is complete.
12
MENU button
13
Viewﬁnder
14
Eye-cup
assigned function. (p. 129)
• In Playback mode: Delete ﬁles.
Navigation button (Smart dial)
• In Shooting mode
- D: View camera settings and
Name
Status lamp
OK button
• In the Menu screen: Save the
Green button
Reset the value of Program Shift,
Picture Wizard, White Balance, Color
Temperature, Display Brightness, Display
Color, Timer, Flash EV, Selection AF (a
repositioned focus area is moved back
to the center).
No.
Fn button
Name
Metering button (p. 81)
Name
Access options or menus.
Diopter adjustment dial
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If the image is not shown clearly
through the viewﬁnder, scroll the diopter
adjustment dial to improve the view.
change options
- I: Select an ISO value
- C: Select a drive option
- F: Select an AF mode
• In other situations
Move up, down, left, right, respectively.
(You can also rotate the navigation
wheel.)
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Camera layout
No.
Proximity sensor (p. 129)
USB, A/V, and shutter release port
Name
Connect the camera to a computer,
TV, or shutter release. Use a shutter
release cable with a tripod to minimize
camera movement.
HDMI port
Battery chamber/Memory card cover
Insert a memory card and battery.
Display
Swing the display outwards 180° and
rotate it up or down for high- and lowangle photos or self portraits. (p. 14)
Tripod mount
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Display icons
In Shooting mode
Icon
Capturing photos
London
1. Shooting options (left)
Icon
Description
Photo size
Description
Camera shake
Panorama mode (p. 53)
Histogram (p. 130)
Metering (p. 81)
Shooting mode
White Balance (p. 63)
Focus
White Balance micro adjustment
Flash indicator
Face tone
Shutter speed
Face retouch
Aperture value
Picture Wizard (p. 66)
Exposure value
Smart ﬁlter (p. 85)
ISO sensitivity (p. 62)
Selective color (p. 86)
Auto exposure Lock (p. 89)
3. Shooting information
Icon
Icon
Description
Auto focus Lock (p. 89)
Memory card not inserted**
Z on
Available number of photos
Photo quality
Focus area
Z ratio
•
•
•
Face detection
AF mode (p. 67)
Color space
Dynamic range (p. 84)
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) (p. 73)
2. Shooting options (right)
Icon
Description
Flash intensity
GPS activated*
Date
Time
Location information*
Focus aid bar (p. 72)
* These icons appear when you attach an optional
GPS module.
** Photos that were captured without inserting a memory
card cannot be printed, or transferred to a memory card
or a computer.
Auto focus frame
Spot metering area
Description
Distance Scale (p. 130)
Drive mode
Level gauge
Flash option
: Fully charged
: Partially charged
(Red): Empty (recharge
the battery)
The icons displayed will change according to
the mode you select or the options you set.
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Display icons
Recording videos
1. Shooting options (left)
Icon
Description
3. Shooting information
Icon
Description
Auto focus activated
Date
Video size
Time
Video quality
Histogram (p. 130)
Multi Motion
Movie AE mode
AF mode (p. 67)
Shutter speed
Fader (p. 91)
Aperture value
Voice recording on (p. 91)
Exposure value
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
(p. 73)
ISO sensitivity
Auto exposure Lock (p. 89)
2. Shooting options (right)
Icon
Auto focus Lock (p. 89)
Description
Memory card not inserted
Timer
Available recording time
Metering (p. 81)
•
•
•
White Balance (p. 63)
Picture Wizard (p. 66)
: Fully charged
: Partially charged
(Red): Empty (recharge the
battery)
Selective color (p. 86)
The icons displayed will change according to
the mode you select or the options you set.
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Display icons
In Playback mode
Viewing photos
Playing videos
London
Mode
Metering
Flash
Focal Length
White Balance
EV
Picture Wizard
Photo Size
Date
Icon
Information
Description
Volume
Continuously captured ﬁle
No.
RAW ﬁle
Sound picture ﬁle (p. 55)
Icon
Description
Playback speed
RGB histogram (p. 130)
Volume
Folder number - File number
Shooting mode, Metering, Flash,
White Balance, Picture Wizard, Focus
range, Exposure value, Photo size,
Date
Shutter speed, Aperture value, ISO
value, Current ﬁle/The total number of
ﬁles
Video length
Print information added to ﬁle (p. 142)
Protected ﬁle
Description
Stop
Pause
Captured photo
3D ﬁle
Location information
Movie Size
Date
Multi Motion
Current playback time
Folder number - File number
Location information
Shutter speed
Aperture value
ISO value
Current ﬁle/The total number of ﬁles
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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 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS III lens (example)
No.
Description
Lens mount index
Focus ring (p. 72)
Lens hood mount index
Lens
i-Function button (p. 51)
AF/MF switch (p. 67)
Lens contacts
Zoom ring
When not using the lens, attach the lens cap and lens mount cover to protect
the lens from dust and scratches.
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Lenses
SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED lens (example)
Locking or unlocking the lens
To lock the lens, pull and hold the zoom lock switch away from the
camera body and rotate the zoom ring clockwise.
No.
Description
Lens mount index
Lens
Focus ring (p. 72)
i-Function button (p. 51)
Zoom ring
Lens contacts
Zoom lock switch
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Lenses
To unlock the lens, rotate the zoom ring counter-clockwise until you hear
the click.
SAMSUNG 16 mm F2.4 lens (example)
No.
You cannot capture a photo when the lens is locked.
Description
i-Function button (p. 51)
Lens
Lens contacts
Lens mount index
Focus ring (p. 72)
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Lenses
Lens markings
No.
Find out what the numbers on the lens signify.
Description
Aperture value
SAMSUNG 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 ED lens (example)
A range of supported aperture values. For example, 1:3.5-6.3
means the maximum aperture value range from 3.5 to 6.3.
Focal length
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.
Longer focal lengths result in narrower angles of view and the
subject is magniﬁed. Shorter focal lengths result in wider angles
of view.
ED
ED stands for Extra-low Dispersion. Extra-low dispersion glass is
effective in minimizing chromatic aberration (a distortion that occurs
when a lens fails to focus all colors to the same convergence point).
OIS (p. 73)
3 4 5
Optical Image Stabilization. Lenses with this feature can detect
camera shake and effectively cancel out the movement inside the
camera.
Ø
The lens diameter. When you attach a ﬁlter to the lens, make sure
that the diameters of the lens and the ﬁlter are the same.
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My Camera
Accessories
You can use accessories including external ﬂash and GPS module that
can help you capture better and more convenient photos.
For more information about optional accessories, refer to the manual for
each accessory.
External ﬂash layout
SEF220A (example) (optional)
• The illustrations may differ from the actual items.
• You can purchase Samsung-approved accessories at a retailer or a
Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for damage caused
by using another manufacturer's accessories.
No.
Description
Display icons
READY lamp/Test button
Mode button
Flash release button
Power button
Battery cover
Bulb
TELE/WIDE mode switch
Hot-shoe connection
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Accessories
Connecting the ﬂash
Remove the hot-shoe cover from the camera.
Press the power button on the ﬂash.
• You can capture a photo with a ﬂash that is not fully charged, but it is
recommended to use a fully charged ﬂash.
• Refer to the optional accessories page for available external ﬂashes.
(p. 177)
• The available options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
• There is an interval between two bursts of the ﬂash. Do not move until the
ﬂash ﬁres a second time.
• For more details about optional ﬂashes, refer to the user manual for the
ﬂash.
Use only Samsung-approved ﬂashes. Using incompatible ﬂashes may
damage your camera.
Connect the ﬂash by sliding it into the hot-shoe.
• To release the ﬂash, gently pull the ﬂash while you press the
PUSH button.
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Accessories
GPS module layout (optional)
Attaching the GPS module
Remove the hot-shoe cover from the camera.
Mount the GPS module by sliding in into the hot-shoe.
No.
Description
Status lamp
Power button
Hot-shoe fastening dial
Hot-shoe connection
Battery cover
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Accessories
Lock the GPS module into place by turning the hot-shoe
fastening dial towards LOCK.
Press the power button of the GPS module.
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My Camera
Shooting modes
Two simple shooting modes—Smart Auto and Scene mode—help you
capture photos with numerous automatic settings. Additional modes
allow for greater customization of settings.
Icon
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. As the camera controls most of the functions, some
shooting functions are limited. This mode is useful for capturing quick
snapshots with the least amount of adjustment.
Description
t Smart Auto mode (p. 44)
Program mode (p. 45)
Aperture Priority mode (p. 46)
Shutter Priority mode (p. 46)
Manual mode (p. 47)
Custom mode (p. 48)
Lens Priority Mode (p. 50)
Wi-Fi (p. 103)
Scene mode (p. 53)
Movie mode (p. 56)
The camera may detect different scenes, even the same subjects, depending
on external factors such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the
subject.
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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 capture 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. When you scroll
the jog dial to the left or rotate the navigation button counter-clockwise,
the shutter speed decreases and the aperture value increases. When
you scroll the jog dial to the right or rotate the navigation button
clockwise, the shutter speed increases and the aperture value
decreases.
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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. This mode is useful
for capturing photos of fast-moving subjects or for creating tracer
effects in a photo.
For example, set the shutter speed to over 1/500 s to freeze the
subject. To make the subject appear blurred set the shutter speed to
below 1/30 s.
Large Depth of Field
Small Depth of Field
In low-light settings, you may need to increase the ISO sensitivity to prevent
blurred photos.
Slow shutter speed
Fast shutter speed
In order to compensate for the reduced amount of light allowed by fast
shutter speeds, open the aperture and let in more light. If your photos are still
too dark, increase the ISO value.
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Shooting modes
M Manual 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.
Using bulb
Use a bulb to shoot night scenes or the night sky. While you are
pressing [Shutter], the shutter is left open so you can create moving
light effects.
To use a bulb,
Completely scroll the jog dial to the left to Bulb. →
Press and hold [Shutter] for the desired time.
• If you set a high ISO value or open the shutter for a long time, image noise
may increase.
Framing mode
• The continuous shooting function cannot be used with the Bulb function.
When you adjust the aperture value or shutter speed, the exposure
changes according to the settings, so the display may darken. With this
function on, the brightness of the display is constant regardless of the
settings, so you can better frame your shot.
To use Framing
Mode,
In Shooting mode, press [m] → 3 →
Framing Mode → an option.
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Shooting modes
T Custom mode
Custom mode lets you create your own shooting modes by adjusting
options and saving them.
Use the jog dial or the navigation button to scroll to a
desired key, and then press [o] to enter a name for the
mode.
Saving custom modes
Rotate the mode dial to P, A, S, M, T, or v.
Set shooting options.
Press [m], and then select 5 → Save as Custom
Mode.
Done
Back
Backspace
• You can also use this function by pressing [f].
Scroll to ,
press [o].
, or
to select a location, and then
• You can replace the existing custom mode with current settings.
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Shooting modes
Icon
Selecting custom modes
Description
Delete the last letter.
Rotate the mode dial to T.
Scroll the jog dial or rotate the navigation button, or press
[C/F] to select a mode, and then press [o].
Move the cursor.
In ABC mode, change the case.
Enter ".com".
Switch between Symbol mode and ABC mode.
• To select another custom mode, press [m], and then select
1 or 6 → Custom → a mode.
Enter a space.
Done
Save the displayed text.
View the entering text guide.
• You can change the shooting options in the selected custom mode,
and save them as a new custom mode.
• To reset a custom mode, press [m], and then select
1 or 6 → Custom Mode Reset → the custom mode.
• You can use only the English alphabet, regardless of the display
language.
• To move to Done directly, press [y].
• You can enter up to 64 characters.
Select Done to save a mode.
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Shooting modes
i Lens Priority mode
Adjust the focus ring to select a scene or ﬁlter effect.
• You can also scroll the jog dial to select a scene or a ﬁlter effect.
Using the E mode
You can select an appropriate scene (i-Scene) or a ﬁlter effect to the lens
you attached. Available scenes and ﬁlter effects may differ depending on
the lens attached.
Rotate the mode dial to i.
Press [i-Function] on the lens to select E.
Backlight
• You can also use this function by pressing [f].
Fully press [Shutter] to capture the photo.
Available scene modes and ﬁlter effects (for SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6
OIS III lens): Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children, Backlight, Landscape, Sunset,
Dawn, Beach & Snow, Night, Vignetting, Miniature, Fish Eye, Sketch, Defog,
Halftone Dots
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Shooting modes
Using i-Function in PASM modes
• You can also scroll the jog dial to select an option.
When you use the i-Function button on an i-Function lens, you can
manually select and adjust shutter speed, aperture value, exposure
value, ISO sensitivity, and White Balance on the lens.
Rotate the mode dial to P, A, S, or M.
Press [i-Function] on the lens to select a setting.
Adjust the focus ring to select an option.
• You can also rotate the navigation button or press [C/F] to
Auto
select a setting.
Fully press [Shutter] to capture the photo.
Auto
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Shooting modes
Available options
Adjust the focus ring to select an option.
• You can also scroll the jog dial to select an option.
Aperture value
• Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the
Shutter speed
Exposure value
ISO
White Balance
Shooting mode
Z.
To select items to appear when you press [i-Function] on the lens in
Shooting mode, press [m] → 5 → iFn Customizing → an option.
3:2
16:9
1:1
x1.2
4560X3040
(13.9M)
4560X2568
(11.7M)
3040X3040
(9.2M)
x1.4
3888X2592
(10.1M)
3888X2184
(8.5M)
2592X2592
(6.7M)
x1.7
3264X2176
(7.1M)
3264X1840
(6.0M)
2176X2176
(4.7M)
x2
2736X1824
(5.0M)
2736X1536
(4.2M)
1824X1824
(3.3M)
These ﬁgures are based on the maximum resolution at each image ratio.
Using Z
The Z allows you to zoom in on a subject with less degradation of
photo quality than the Digital zoom. However, the photo resolution may
change than when you zoom in by rotating the zoom ring.
Rotate the mode dial to P, A, S, M or i.
Press [i-Function] on the lens to select Z.
Fully press [Shutter] to capture the photo.
• Z is not available when you capture burst shots.
• Z is not available when you capture photos in the RAW ﬁle format.
• Z is deactivated when you record videos by pressing the video
recording button.
• You can also rotate the navigation button or press [C/F] to
select a setting.
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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.
Icon
Description
Panorama: Capture a 2D or 3D
panoramic photo. Captured 3D
panoramic photos can be viewed
only on a 3D TV.
• The maximum size of a 2D panoramic photo is 8000 X 1152
Icon
Description
• In 3D Panorama mode, your camera may not capture the
very beginning or end of a scene due to the nature of the 3D
effect. To capture the entire scene, move slightly beyond the
beginning and end points you want to capture.
• In 3D Panorama mode, photos are captured in both JPEG and
MPO ﬁle formats.
• You can view an MPO ﬁle that supports the 3D effect only on
an MPO-compatible display, such as 3D TV or 3D monitor. On
your camera's display, you can view only JPEG ﬁles.
• Use proper 3D glasses when you view an MPO ﬁle on a 3D TV
or 3D monitor.
Beauty Shot: Hide facial
imperfections.
(horizontal) and 1728 X 4752 (vertical).
• The maximum size of a 3D panoramic photo is 3300 X 768
(horizontal).
• In Panorama mode, some shooting options are not available.
• The camera may stop shooting due to the shooting
composition or the subject's movement.
• In Panorama mode, your camera may not capture the entire
last scene if you stop moving the camera to improve the photo
quality. To capture the entire scene, move your camera slightly
beyond the point where you want the scene to end.
Night: Capture scenes at night or in
low lighting. Use a tripod to prevent
your camera from shaking that is
caused by low shutter speed.
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Icon
Shooting modes
Description
Icon
Description
Landscape: Capture still-life scenes
and landscapes.
Close Up: Capture detailed parts of
a subject or small subjects, such as
ﬂowers or insects.
Portrait: Automatically detect and
focus on human faces so that you
can achieve clear, soft portraits.
Text: Clearly capture text from printed
or electronic documents.
Children: Make children appear more
noticeable by capturing their clothes
and the background vividly.
Sunset: Capture scenes at sunset,
with natural-looking reds and yellows.
Sports: Capture fast moving
subjects.
Dawn: Capture scenes at sunrise.
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Icon
Shooting modes
Description
Backlight: Capture backlit subjects.
Icon
Description
Sound picture: Add a voice memo
before and after capturing a photo.
To set the recording time, press [m] → 3 → Sound Rec Time.
Fireworks: Capture colorful ﬁreworks
at night. Use a tripod to prevent your
camera from shaking.
3D: Capture 3D photos. (p. 140)
Beach & Snow: Reduce
underexposed photos due to sunlight
reﬂected from sand or snow.
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Shooting modes
v Movie mode
In Movie mode, you can shoot videos in Full High Deﬁnition (1920X1080)
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 and shutter
speed can be automatically set or select Aperture Priority to manually
set the aperture value. You can also select Shutter Priority to manually
set the shutter speed or select Manual to manually set both the
aperture value and shutter speed. While shooting a video, press [F] to
activate or deactivate the AF function.
• H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is the latest video coding format established
•
•
•
•
•
•
Select Fader to fade in or out a scene. You can also select Voice to
mute or un-mute voice.
The camera lets you capture video ﬁles up to 25 minutes in length, and
saves the ﬁles in MP4 (H.264) format. If you set the video signal output
to NTSC, videos are recorded at 30 or 60 fps. If you set the video signal
output to PAL, videos are recorded at 25 or 50 fps. 50 fps and 60 fps
are available only with 1280X720 resolution.
•
•
•
in 2003 collaboratively by ISO-IEC and ITU-T. Since this format uses a high
compression rate, more data can be saved in less memory space.
If you have the image stabilizer option on when shooting a movie, the
camera may record the image stabilizer sound.
The zoom sound or other lens sounds may be recorded if you adjust the
lens while recording a video.
When using an optional video lens, the autofocus noise is not recorded.
If you remove the camera lens while recording a movie, the recording will
be interrupted. Do not change the lens while recording.
If you change the shooting angle of the camera suddenly while shooting
a movie, the camera may not be able to record images accurately. Use a
tripod to minimize camera shake.
In Movie mode, the camera supports only the Multi AF function. You
cannot use any other focus area setting functions, such as Face Detection
AF.
When the size of a movie ﬁle exceeds 4 GB, the camera automatically
stops recording. If this occurs, continue shooting by starting a new movie
ﬁle.
If you use a slow writing memory card, the recording of your movie can be
interrupted because the card cannot process data at the rate the video is
being shot. If this occurs, replace the card with a faster memory card or
reduce the image size (for example, from 1280X720 to 640X480).
When formatting a memory card, always format using the camera. If you
format on another camera or a PC, you can lose ﬁles on the card or cause
a change in the capacity of the card.
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My Camera >
Shooting modes
Available functions by shooting mode
Function
Available in
Flash (p. 78)
P*/A*/S*/M*/T*/
s*/t*
Available in
Metering (p. 81)
P/A/S/M/T/v
Size (p. 59)
P/A/S/M/T/i/s*/
v/t
Dynamic Range Expansion (p. 84)
P/A/S/M/T
P/A/S/M/T/i/s*/v
Smart Filter (p. 85)
Quality (p. 61)
P/A/S/M/T/v
P/A/S/M*/T/v*
Selective Color (p. 86)
ISO (p. 62)
P/A/S/M/T/v
P/A/S/M/T/v
Exposure compensation (p. 88)
White Balance (p. 63)
P/A/S/T/i/s/v
P/A/S/M/T/v
Exposure/focus lock (p. 88)
Picture Wizard (p. 66)
P/A/S/T/v*
P/A/S/M/T/i/s/t
Noise Reduction (p. 127)
Color Space (p. 87)
P/A/S/M/T
AF Mode (p. 67)
P/A/S/M/T/i*/s*/v*
AF Area (p. 69)
P/A/S/M/T/i*/s*
MF Assist (p. 72)
P/A/S/M/T/i/s/
v/t
OIS (p. 73)
P/A/S/M/T/i/s/
v/t
Drive (Continuous/Burst/Timer/
Bracketing) (p. 74)
P/A/S/M/T/i*/s*/
v*/t*
For details about shooting functions, see Chapter 2.
Function
* Some functions are limited in these modes.
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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,
In Shooting mode, press [f] → Photo Size or Movie Size
→ an option.
Photo size options
Icon
Size
Recommended for
20.0M (5472X3648) (3:2)
Printing on A1 paper.
10.1M (3888X2592) (3:2)
Printing on A2 paper.
5.9M (2976X1984) (3:2)
Printing on A3 paper.
2.0M (1728X1152) (3:2)
Printing on A5 paper.
16.9M (5472X3080) (16:9)
Printing on A1 paper or viewing on
an HDTV.
7.8M (3712X2088) (16:9)
Printing on A3 paper or viewing on
an HDTV.
4.9M (2944X1656) (16:9)
Printing on A4 paper or viewing on
an HDTV.
2.1M (1920X1080) (16:9)
Printing on A5 paper or viewing on
an HDTV.
13.3M (3648X3648) (1:1)
Printing a square photo on A1 paper.
7.0M (2640X2640) (1:1)
Printing a square photo on A3 paper.
4.0M (2000X2000) (1:1)
Printing a square photo on A4 paper.
1.1M (1024X1024) (1:1)
Printing a square photo on A5 paper.
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Size
When you set the video signal output to PAL:
Video size options
Icon
When you set the video signal output to NTSC:
Icon
Size
Recommended for
1920X1080 (25 FPS) (16:9)
Viewing on a Full HDTV.
1280X720 (50 FPS) (16:9)
Viewing on an HDTV.
Size
Recommended for
1920X1080 (30 FPS) (16:9)
Viewing on a Full HDTV.
1280X720 (25 FPS) (16:9)
Viewing on an HDTV.
1280X720 (60 FPS) (16:9)
Viewing on an HDTV.
640X480 (25 FPS) (4:3)
Viewing on a TV.
1280X720 (30 FPS) (16:9)
Viewing on an HDTV.
320X240 (25 FPS) (4:3)
Uploading to the web.
640X480 (30 FPS) (4:3)
Viewing on a TV.
320X240 (25 FPS) (4:3)
320X240 (30 FPS) (4:3)
Uploading to the web.
Post on a website using the wireless
network (30 seconds maximum).
320X240 (30 FPS) (4:3)
Post on a website using the wireless
network (30 seconds maximum).
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Quality
The camera saves photos in either the JPEG or RAW format.
Icon
Icon
JPEG
• Compressed for normal quality.
• Recommended for printing in small size or
uploading to the web.
RAW:
RAW
RAW ﬁles have the ﬁle extension “SRW”. To adjust and calibrate
exposures, White Balances, tones, contrasts, and colors of the RAW
ﬁles, or to convert them into JPEG or TIFF format, use the Samsung
RAW Converter program found on the supplied CD-ROM. Ensure you
have enough available memory to save photos in the RAW format.
In Shooting mode, press [f] → Quality → an option.
Photo quality options
Description
Normal:
Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to the JPEG format
and stored in the memory according to the settings of the camera at the
time of shooting. RAW ﬁles are not transformed to the JPEG format and
are stored in the memory without any changes.
To set the quality,
Format
• Save a photo without data loss.
• Recommended for editing after shooting.
RAW+JPEG
RAW + S.Fine: Save a photo in both the JPEG
(S.Fine quality) and RAW format.
RAW+JPEG
RAW + Fine: Save a photo in both the JPEG
(Fine quality) and RAW format.
RAW+JPEG
RAW + Normal: Save a photo in both the JPEG
(Normal quality) and RAW format.
Video quality options
Extension
Description
Super Fine:
MP4 (H.264)
Normal: Record videos in normal quality.
• Compressed for the best quality.
• Recommended for printing in large size.
MP4 (H.264)
HQ: Record videos in high quality.
Format
Description
JPEG
Icon
Fine:
JPEG
• Compressed for better quality.
• Recommended for printing in normal size.
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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
capture 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.
ISO 100
ISO 400
ISO 800
ISO 3200
• Increase the ISO value in places where ﬂash use is prohibited. You can
capture a clear photo by setting a high ISO value without having to secure
more light.
• Use the Noise Reduction function in order to reduce the visual noise that
can appear on photos of a high ISO value. (p. 127)
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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.
To set the White
Balance,
In Shooting mode, press [f] → White Balance →
an option.
Icon
Description
Fluorescent NW*: Select when shooting under a daylight
ﬂuorescent lamp. Especially for white ﬂuorescent light of very
white hues with a temperature of about 5000K.
Fluorescent Daylight*: Select when shooting under a daylight
ﬂuorescent lamp. Especially for white ﬂuorescent light of slightly
bluish hue with a temperature of about 6500K.
Tungsten*: Select when taking indoor photos under
incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps. Incandescent tungsten
bulbs tend to have a reddish hue. This option offsets that effect.
Flash WB*: Select when using a ﬂash.
White Balance options
Icon
Description
Auto WB*: Use automatic settings depending on the lighting
conditions.
Custom Set: Use your pre-deﬁned settings. You can manually
set the White Balance by shooting a white sheet of paper. Fill the
spot metering circle with the paper and set the White Balance.
* These options can be customized.
Daylight*: Select when taking outdoor photos on a sunny day.
This option results in photos closest to the natural colors of the
scene.
Cloudy*: Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy day or
in shadows. Photos captured on cloudy days tend to be more
bluish than on sunny days. This option offsets that effect.
Fluorescent White*: Select when shooting under a daylight
ﬂuorescent lamp. Especially for white ﬂuorescent light with a
color temperature of about 4200K.
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Option
White Balance (light source)
Customizing preset options
Description
Color Temperature: 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.
Clear sky
You can also customize preset White Balance options.
To customize
preset options,
In Shooting mode, press [f] → White Balance →
an option → [D] → rotate the navigation button or scroll
the jog dial, or press [D/I/C/F].
White Balance : Daylight
Fluorescent H
Cloudy
Daylight
Daylight
Fluorescent L
Halogen lamp
Tungsten
Back
Reset
Candle light
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White Balance (light source)
Examples
Auto WB
Daylight
Fluorescent Daylight
Tungsten
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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.
To set a photo style,
Standard
Vivid
Portrait
Landscape
Forest
Retro
Cool
Calm
Classic
In Shooting mode, press [f] → Picture Wizard →
an option.
You can also adjust the value of the preset style settings. Select a Picture
Wizard option, press [D], and then adjust color, saturation, sharpness, or
contrast.
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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. The area turns green
when the focus is achieved.
In most cases, you can have a focus by selecting Single AF. Fast
moving subjects or subjects of a color similar to the background
are difﬁcult to focus. Select an appropriate focusing mode for such
instances.
If your lens has an AF/MF switch, set the switch to MF to adjust the
focus manually.
When your lens has no AF/MF switch, press [F] to select a desired AF
mode.
To set the auto
focus mode,
In Shooting mode, press [F] → an option.
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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. While
you are rotating the focus ring, the focus area is magniﬁed or the
focus aid bar appears to help you achieve a clear focus. This mode is
recommended for shooting an object similar in color to the background,
a night scene, or ﬁreworks.
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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. Apply an out-of-focus effect
to make the subject more distinguishable.
To set the auto
focus area,
The focus on the photo below was repositioned and resized so that it
ﬁts the subject’s face.
In Shooting mode, press [f] → AF Area → an option.
AF Zoom
Move
To resize or move the focus area, in Shooting mode, press [o]. Use the
navigation button to move the focus area. Scroll the jog dial to resize the
focus area.
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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.
When you press [Shutter], the camera displays the focus areas in green
as shown in the photo below.
When you press [Shutter] halfway, the camera focuses on faces as
shown in the photo below. In cases of shooting a group of people, the
camera displays the focus on the nearest person’s face in white and the
rest of the people’s faces in gray.
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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.
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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,
In Shooting mode, press [m] → 3 or 8 →
MF Assist → an option.
* Default
Option
Description
The focus area is magniﬁed by 8 times when you rotate the
focus ring.
Enlarge x8
* Default
Option
Off
Description
Do not use the function.
The focus area is magniﬁed by 5 times when you rotate the
focus ring.
Enlarge x5*
The focus aid bar rises as the focus improves, when you
rotate the focus ring.
FA
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Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Use the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) function to minimize camera
shake. OIS may not be available with some lenses.
OIS options
* Default
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 using the OIS function.
If your lens has an OIS switch, you have to turn the switch to use the
OIS function.
To set OIS
options,
Icon
Description
Mode 1: The OIS function is applied only when you press
[Shutter] in full or half.
Mode 2*: The OIS function is on.
Off: The OIS function is always off. (This option may not be
available with some lenses.)
In Shooting mode, press [m] → 3 or 8 →
OIS → an option.
Without OIS correction
With OIS correction
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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 Bracket, WB Bracket,
or P Wiz Bracket to adjust exposure, White Balance, or apply Picture
Wizard effects. You can also select Timer to capture a photo of yourself.
To set the shooting
method,
Continuous
Continuously capture photos while you are pressing [Shutter]. You
can capture up to 3 photos (Continuous Low (3fps)) or 8 photos
(Continuous High (8fps)) per second.
In Shooting mode, press [C] → an option.
Single
Capture one photo whenever you press [Shutter]. Recommended for
general conditions.
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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, in Shooting mode, press [C] → Burst, and then
press [D].
To set the delay, in Shooting mode, press [C] → Timer, and then press
[D].
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Drive (shooting method)
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE Bracket)
White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket)
When you press [Shutter], the camera captures 3 consecutive
photos: the original, one a step darker, and one a step lighter. Use a
tripod to prevent blurry photos as the camera captures three photos
continuously. You can adjust the settings in Bracket Set menu.
When you press [Shutter], the camera captures 3 consecutive photos:
the original and two more with different White Balance settings. The
original photo is captured when you press [Shutter]. The other two are
automatically adjusted according to the White Balance you have set.
You can adjust the settings in Bracket Set menu.
Exposure +2
Exposure -2
Original
WB+2
WB-2
Original
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Drive (shooting method)
Picture Wizard Bracketing
(P Wiz Bracket)
Bracketing setting
When you press [Shutter], the camera captures three consecutive
photos, each with a different Picture Wizard setting. The camera
captures a photo and applies the three Picture Wizard options you have
set to the image captured. You can select three different settings in
Bracket Set menu.
You can set up the options for AE Bracket, WB Bracket,
and P Wiz Bracket.
To set a
bracketing option,
Option
Description
AE Bracket Set
Set the order and the area of bracket.
• Bracket Order: Set the order in which the
camera captures the original, lighter, and darker
photo (represented by 0, +, and -).
• Bracket Area: Set the exposure range of the
3 bracketed photos.
WB Bracket Set
Adjust the White Balance interval range of the
3 bracketed photos.
For example, AB-/+3 adjusts the Amber value plus
or minus three steps. MG-/+3 adjusts the Magenta
value the same amount.
P Wiz Bracket Set
Select 3 Picture Wizard settings the camera uses
to capture the 3 bracketed photos.
Retro
Vivid
In Shooting mode, press [m] → u → Bracket Set
→ an option.
Standard
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Flash
In order to capture a realistic photo of a subject, the amount of light
should be constant. When the light source varies, you can use a 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 [f] → Flash →an option.
Flash options
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
1st Curtain: The ﬂash ﬁres
immediately after the shutter
opens. The camera captures a
photo of a subject earlier in an
action sequence clearly.
Ball moving direction
2nd Curtain: The ﬂash ﬁres just
before the shutter closes. The
camera captures a photo of a
subject later in an action sequence
clearly.
Ball moving direction
Off: Do not use the ﬂash.
Smart Flash: The camera automatically adjusts the brightness
of the ﬂash according to the amount of light in the surrounding
environment.
• The available options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
• There is an interval between two bursts of the ﬂash. Do not move until the
ﬂash ﬁres a second time.
Auto: The ﬂash automatically ﬁres in dark places.
Auto Red-eye*: The ﬂash automatically ﬁres and prevents
red-eyes.
Use only Samsung-approved ﬂashes. Using incompatible ﬂashes may
damage your camera.
Fill in: The ﬂash ﬁres whenever you capture a photo.
Fill-in Red: The ﬂash ﬁres whenever you capture a photo and
prevents red-eyes.
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Shooting Functions >
Flash
Correcting the red-eye effect
Using the built-in ﬂash
If the ﬂash ﬁres when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red
glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Fill-in Red.
To open the built-in ﬂash, press the ﬂash pop-up button. The ﬂash does
not ﬁre when the built-in ﬂash is closed, but automatically pops up and
ﬁres in t, s modes.
Without red-eye correction
With red-eye correction
If the subject is too far from the camera or moves when the ﬁrst ﬂash ﬁres,
red-eyes may not be reduced.
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Flash
Adjusting the ﬂash intensity
Adjust the ﬂash intensity to avoid overexposure or underexposure.
You can adjust it by ±2 levels.
To set the ﬂash
intensity,
In Shooting mode, press [f] → Flash → an option →
[D] → scroll the jog dial or rotate the navigation button, or
press [C/F].
• Adjusting the ﬂash intensity may not be effective when:
- the subject is too close to the camera
- you set a high ISO sensitivity
- the exposure value is too big or too small
• In some shooting modes, you cannot use this function.
• If you use the built-in ﬂash, press the ﬂash pop-up button and open the
built-in ﬂash to adjust the ﬂash intensity.
• If you attach an intensity-adjustable external ﬂash to the camera, the
intensity settings of the ﬂash will be applied.
• If the subject is too close when you use the ﬂash, some light may be
Flash : Fill in
blocked, resulting in a dark photo. Ensure that the subject is within the
recommended range, which varies by lens.
• When a lens hood is attached, the light from the ﬂash can be blocked by
the hood. Remove the hood to use the ﬂash.
Flash Option
Back
Reset
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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 captures an
overexposed photo of it. If a subject looks lighter than its actual color,
the camera captures an underexposed photo of it.
Multi
The Multi mode calculates the amount of light in multiple areas. When
light is sufﬁcient or insufﬁcient, the camera adjusts the exposure by
averaging the overall brightness of the scene. This mode is suitable for
general photos.
The brightness and overall mood of the photo can also be affected by
how the camera measures the amount of light. Select an appropriate
setting for a shooting condition.
To set a metering
option,
In Shooting mode, press [
] → an option.
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Metering
Center-weighted
Spot
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.
The Spot mode calculates the amount of light in the center. When you
capture a photo in conditions where there is a strong backlight behind
a subject, the camera adjusts the exposure so as to shoot a subject
correctly. For example, when you select the Multi mode in a strong
backlight condition, the camera calculates that the overall amount of
light is abundant, which results in a darker photo. The Spot mode can
prevent this situation as it calculates the amount of light in a designated
area.
The subject is in bright color while the background is dark. The Spot
mode is recommended for a situation like this where a huge difference in
the exposure exists between a subject and a background.
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Metering
Measuring the exposure value of the focus area
When this function is turned on, the camera automatically sets an
optimal exposure by calculating the brightness of the focus area.
This function is only available when you select Spot metering or
Multi metering, and Selection AF.
To set this
function,
In Shooting mode, press [m] → 3 →
Link AE to AF Point → an option.
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Dynamic Range Expansion
Dynamic range refers to the ratio between the lightest and darkest
regions that the image sensor can capture. A wide dynamic range
allows photos to more accurately represent the range of intensity levels
found in real scenes.
To set Dynamic Range
Expansion options,
In Shooting mode, press [m] → 2 →
D-Range Expansion → an option.
High Dynamic Range
The camera automatically adjusts the bright and the dark areas of a
photo. You can adjust the intensity levels by selecting HDR Low or
HDR High. If you select HDR Auto, the camera automatically adjusts
the intensity levels.
Smart Range
This function automatically corrects the loss of bright detail that can
occur due to shading differences in the photo.
Without HDR effect
Without Smart Range effect
With HDR effect
With Smart Range effect
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Smart Filter
Smart Filter lets you apply special effects to your photos. You can select
various ﬁlter options to create special effects that are difﬁcult to be
achieved with normal lenses.
To set Smart Filter
options,
Icon
Description
Off: No effect
Vignetting: Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and
strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras.
In Shooting mode, press [f] → Smart Filter → an option.
Miniature: Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in
miniature.
Fish-Eye: Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a
ﬁsheye lens.
Examples
Sketch: Apply a pen sketch effect.
Defog: Make image clearer.
Halftone Dots: Apply a halftone effect.
Soft Focus: Hide facial imperfections or apply dreamy effects.
Old Film 1: Apply a vintage ﬁlm effect.
Old Film 2: Apply a vintage ﬁlm effect.
Negative: Apply a negative ﬁlm effect.
Vignetting
Fish-Eye
Sketch
Halftone Dots
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Shooting Functions
Selective Color
This function lets you select a color that you want to emphasize, and
desaturates the others. You can select red, green, or blue from the
menu. You can also select a color in an image.
To set Selective
Color options,
In Shooting mode, press [f] → Selective Color →
an option.
Selecting a color in an image
All colors other than the selected color are desaturated.
To select a color,
In Shooting mode, press [f] → Selective Color →
→
[D] → position the focus frame over the desired color,
and then press [Shutter].
Examples
Measure
Original
Back
When red is selected
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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.
sRGB
Adobe RGB is used for commercial printing and has a larger color range
than sRGB. Its wider range of colors helps you to easily edit photos on a
computer. Note that individual programs are generally compatible with a
limited number of color spaces. If you open an image in a program that
is not compatible with the image’s color space, the colors will appear
lighter.
To set the color
space,
In Shooting mode, press [m] → 1 → Color Space
→ an option.
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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, while holding down [W], scroll the jog
dial or rotate the navigation button. You can also adjust the exposure
value by pressing [f], and then selecting EVC (Exposure Value
Compensation).
+2
-2
Original
You can check the exposure value by the position of the exposure level
indicator.
Exposure warning
Standard exposure index
Exposure level
indicator
Decreased exposure
(darker)
Increased exposure
(brighter)
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Shooting Functions
Exposure/Focus lock
When you cannot achieve an appropriate exposure because of a strong
color contrast or you want to capture a photo on which the subject is
out of the auto focus area, lock the focus or exposure and then capture
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 [a].
You can change the function assigned to the button to focus lock, or both of
them. A function executed by half-pressing [Shutter] varies according to the
function assigned to [a]. (p. 129)
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