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ENG This user manual includes detailed usage instructions
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USER
MANUAL
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Copyright information
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Health and safety information
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight.
Do not use the ash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or
animals. If you use the ash too close to your subject’s eyes, this can cause
temporary or permanent eyesight damage.
Keep your camera away from small children and pets.
Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children
and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed.
Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well.
Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high
temperatures for an extended period of time.
Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause
permanent damage to your camera’s internal components.
Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes.
The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a re.
Do not handle the power supply cord or the charger during a
thunderstorm.
This may result in electric shock.
Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid
dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.
Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself
or others
Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera.
You can damage the camera and expose yourself to the risk of an electric
shock.
Do not use your camera near ammable or explosive gases
and liquids.
This may cause a re or explosion.
Do not insert ammable materials into the camera or store
these materials near the camera.
This may cause a re or electric shock.
Do not handle your camera with wet hands.
This may result in an electric shock.
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Health and safety information
If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately
disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger,
and then contact a Samsung service center.
Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera
in a certain area.
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Avoid interference with other electronic devices.
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Turn o the camera when in an aircraft. Your camera can cause
interference with aircraft equipment. Follow all airline regulations and
turn o your camera when directed by airline personnel.
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Turn o the camera near medical equipment. Your camera can interfere
with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all
regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel.
Avoid interference with pacemakers.
Maintain a safe distance between this camera and all pacemakers to
avoid potential interference, as recommended by the manufacturer and
research groups. If you have any reason to suspect that your camera is
interfering with a pacemaker or other medical device, turn o the camera
immediately and contact the manufacturer of the pacemaker or medical
device for guidance.
Caution—situations that could cause damage to your
camera or other equipment
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 re or personal
injury.
Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables, and
accessories.
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Using unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories can cause
batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury.
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Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by
unapproved batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories.
Use the battery only for its intended purpose.
Misusing the battery may cause a re or electric shock.
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Health and safety information
Do not touch the ash while it res.
The ash is very hot when red and may burn your skin.
When you use the AC charger, turn o the camera before you
disconnect the power to the AC charger.
Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.
Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use.
Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.
Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet
when you charge batteries.
This may cause a re or electric shock.
Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/-
terminals on the battery.
This may cause a re or electric shock.
Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts.
Doing so may damage the screen or external or internal components.
Exercise caution when you connect cables and install batteries
and memory cards.
If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly
install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors,
and accessories.
Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case.
Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased.
Never use a damaged battery, or memory card.
This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a re.
Do not place the camera in or near magnetic elds.
Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction.
Do not use the camera if the screen is damaged.
If the glass or acrylic parts are broken, visit a Samsung service center to
have the camera repaired.
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Health and safety information
Check that the camera is operating properly before use.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of les or damage
that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.
You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your
camera.
If the cable is reversed, it may damage your les. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any loss of data.
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.
This may discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
If the camera overheats, remove the battery and allow it to
cool down.
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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.
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High internal temperatures may result in noise in your photos. This is
normal and does not aect your camera’s overall performance.
Avoid interference with other electronic devices.
Your camera emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere
with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as
pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in
homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices
to solve any interference problems you experience. To prevent unwanted
interference, use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories.
Use your camera in the normal position.
Avoid contact with your camera’s internal antenna.
Data transference and your responsibilities
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Data transferred via WLAN could be leaked, so avoid transferring
sensitive data in public areas or on open networks.
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The camera manufacturer is not liable for any data transfers that infringe
on copyrights, trademarks, intellectual property laws, or public decency
ordinances.
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Indications used in this manual
Mode indications
Mode Indication
Smart Auto
t
Program
P
Aperture Priority
A
Shutter Priority
S
Manual
M
Lens Priority
i
Smart
s
Wi-Fi
B
Icons used in this manual
Icon Function
Additional information
Safety warnings and precautions
[ ]
Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the
shutter button.
( )
Page number of related information
ĺ
The order of options or menus you must select to perform
a step; for example: Select 1 ĺ Quality (represents
select 1, and then Quality).
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Annotation
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Contents
Chapter 1
My Camera
Getting started ............................................................................................ 30
Unpacking.................................................................................................................... 30
Camera layout .............................................................................................. 31
Inserting the battery and memory card ................................................. 34
Removing the battery and memory card ........................................................... 34
Using the memory card adapter ............................................................................. 34
Charging the battery and turning on your camera .............................. 35
Charging the battery................................................................................................ 35
Turning on your camera ......................................................................................... 35
Performing the initial setup ...................................................................... 36
Selecting functions (options) ................................................................... 37
Selecting with buttons ............................................................................................ 37
Selecting by touch .................................................................................................... 37
Using m .............................................................................................................. 38
E.g. Selecting the photo size in P mode ............................................................. 38
Using the Smart panel ............................................................................................. 39
E.g. Adjust the exposure value in P mode ......................................................... 39
Tips
Concepts in Photography
Shooting postures....................................................................................... 13
Holding the camera ..................................................................................................... 13
Standing photography ............................................................................................... 14
Crouching photography ............................................................................................ 14
Using the display .......................................................................................................... 15
Low-angle shot .............................................................................................................. 16
High-angle shot ............................................................................................................. 16
Aperture ........................................................................................................ 17
Aperture value and the depth of eld .................................................................. 18
Shutter speed ............................................................................................... 19
ISO sensitivity .............................................................................................. 20
How the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity
control exposure ......................................................................................... 21
Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective ................ 22
Depth of eld ............................................................................................... 23
What controls out-of-focus eects? ....................................................................... 23
Optical preview ............................................................................................................. 25
Composition ................................................................................................. 25
Rule of Thirds .................................................................................................................. 25
Photos with two subjects .......................................................................................... 26
Flash ............................................................................................................... 27
Flash guide number ..................................................................................................... 27
Bounce Photography .................................................................................................. 28
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Display icons ................................................................................................ 41
In Shooting mode ..................................................................................................... 41
Capturing photos ........................................................................................................ 41
Recording videos ......................................................................................................... 42
About the level gauge ............................................................................................... 42
In Playback mode ...................................................................................................... 43
Viewing photos ............................................................................................................ 43
Playing videos ............................................................................................................... 43
Changing the information displayed ................................................................. 44
Lenses ............................................................................................................ 45
Lens layout ................................................................................................................... 45
Locking or unlocking the lens ................................................................................. 46
Lens markings ............................................................................................................ 48
Accessories ................................................................................................... 49
External ash layout ................................................................................................. 49
Connecting the external ash ................................................................................. 50
Shooting modes .......................................................................................... 52
t Smart Auto mode ..................................................................................... 52
P Program mode ....................................................................................................... 54
Program Shift ................................................................................................................ 55
Minimum shutter speed ............................................................................................ 55
A Aperture Priority mode ..................................................................................... 56
S Shutter Priority mode.......................................................................................... 57
M Manual mode ....................................................................................................... 58
Framing mode .............................................................................................................. 58
Using the Bulb function ............................................................................................ 59
s Smart mode ........................................................................................................ 59
Using the Best Face mode ........................................................................................ 60
Capturing panoramic photos .................................................................................. 61
Recording a video ..................................................................................................... 63
3D mode ....................................................................................................................... 65
Available functions by shooting mode ............................................................. 67
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Chapter 2
Shooting Functions
Size and Resolution .................................................................................... 69
Photo size ..................................................................................................................... 69
Quality ........................................................................................................................... 70
ISO sensitivity .............................................................................................. 71
White Balance .............................................................................................. 72
Customizing preset White Balance options ....................................................... 73
Picture Wizard (photo styles) .................................................................... 74
AF mode ........................................................................................................ 75
Single AF ....................................................................................................................... 76
Continuous AF ............................................................................................................ 76
Manual focus ............................................................................................................... 77
AF area ........................................................................................................... 78
Selection AF ................................................................................................................ 78
Multi AF ......................................................................................................................... 79
Face detection AF ...................................................................................................... 79
Touch AF ........................................................................................................ 80
Touch AF ....................................................................................................................... 80
AF Point ......................................................................................................................... 80
Tracking AF .................................................................................................................. 80
One touch shot .......................................................................................................... 81
Focus assist ................................................................................................... 82
MF Assist ....................................................................................................................... 82
Focus Peaking ............................................................................................................. 82
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) ............................................................. 83
Drive (shooting method) ........................................................................... 84
Single ............................................................................................................................. 84
Continuous .................................................................................................................. 84
Burst ............................................................................................................................... 85
Timer .............................................................................................................................. 85
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE Bracket) ............................................................. 86
White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket) ............................................................ 86
Picture Wizard Bracketing (P Wiz Bracket) ........................................................ 87
Bracketing setting ..................................................................................................... 87
Flash ............................................................................................................... 88
Reducing the red-eye eect .................................................................................. 89
Adjusting the ash intensity ................................................................................. 89
Metering ........................................................................................................ 90
Multi ............................................................................................................................... 90
Spot ................................................................................................................................ 91
Center-weighted ....................................................................................................... 91
Measuring the exposure value of the focus area ........................................... 92
Dynamic Range ........................................................................................... 93
Smart Filter ................................................................................................... 94
Exposure compensation ............................................................................ 95
Exposure lock ............................................................................................... 96
Video functions ........................................................................................... 97
Movie size..................................................................................................................... 97
Movie quality .............................................................................................................. 97
Multi Motion ............................................................................................................... 98
Fader .............................................................................................................................. 98
Voice ............................................................................................................................... 99
Wind cut ....................................................................................................................... 99
Mic Level ....................................................................................................................... 99
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Chapter 3
Playback/Editing
Searching and managing les ................................................................ 101
Viewing photos ....................................................................................................... 101
Viewing image thumbnails ................................................................................. 101
Viewing les by category .................................................................................... 102
Viewing les as a folder ........................................................................................ 102
Protecting les ........................................................................................................ 103
Lock/Unlock all les .................................................................................................. 103
Deleting les ............................................................................................................ 104
Deleting a single le ................................................................................................. 104
Deleting multiple les .............................................................................................. 104
Deleting all les .......................................................................................................... 105
Viewing photos .......................................................................................... 106
Enlarging a photo .................................................................................................. 106
Viewing a slide show ............................................................................................. 106
Auto rotating ........................................................................................................... 107
Creating a print order (DPOF) ............................................................................ 107
Playing videos ............................................................................................ 108
Trimming a video during playback .................................................................. 108
Capturing an image during playback ............................................................. 109
Editing photos ........................................................................................... 110
Cropping a photo ................................................................................................... 110
Rotating a photo .................................................................................................... 111
Resizing photos....................................................................................................... 111
Adjusting your photos .......................................................................................... 112
Retouching faces .................................................................................................... 113
Applying Smart Filter eects .............................................................................. 114
Chapter 4
Wireless network
Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settings ............... 116
Connecting to a WLAN ......................................................................................... 116
Setting network options ......................................................................................... 117
Manually setting the IP address ........................................................................... 117
Using the login browser....................................................................................... 118
Network connection tips ..................................................................................... 119
Entering text ............................................................................................................ 120
Saving les to a smart phone automatically ....................................... 121
Sending photos or videos to a smart phone ....................................... 122
Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release .............................. 124
Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos ..................................... 126
Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC.................................. 126
Sending photos or videos to a PC .................................................................... 126
Sending photos or videos via email ...................................................... 128
Changing email settings ...................................................................................... 128
Storing your information ........................................................................................ 128
Setting an email password ..................................................................................... 129
Changing the email password .............................................................................. 130
Sending photos or videos via email ................................................................ 130
Using photo or video sharing websites ................................................ 132
Accessing a website .............................................................................................. 132
Uploading photos or videos............................................................................... 133
Using Samsung Link to send les .......................................................... 134
Uploading photos to online storage ............................................................... 134
Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link ...... 135
Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct ........................................................ 137
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Chapter 6
Connecting to external devices
Viewing les on an HDTV or 3D TV ........................................................ 151
Viewing les on an HDTV .................................................................................... 151
Viewing les on a 3D TV ....................................................................................... 152
Transferring les to your computer ....................................................... 153
Transferring les to your Windows OS computer ....................................... 153
Connecting the camera as a removable disk ................................................... 153
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .................................................. 154
Transferring les to your Mac OS ...................................................................... 154
Using programs on a PC........................................................................... 156
Installing programs from the provided CD ................................................... 156
Available programs when using i-Launcher .................................................... 156
Using i-Launcher .................................................................................................... 156
Requirements for Windows OS ............................................................................. 156
Requirements for Mac OS ....................................................................................... 157
Opening i-Launcher .................................................................................................. 157
Using Multimedia Viewer ........................................................................................ 158
Downloading the rmware .................................................................................... 159
Downloading the PC Auto Backup program ................................................... 159
Installing Adobe Photoshop Lightroom ........................................................ 160
Using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom ............................................................... 160
Chapter 5
Camera settings menu
User settings ............................................................................................... 139
ISO Customizing ..................................................................................................... 139
ISO Step ......................................................................................................................... 139
Auto ISO Range .......................................................................................................... 139
Noise Reduction ..................................................................................................... 139
Bracket Set ................................................................................................................ 140
DMF (Direct Manual Focus) ................................................................................ 140
Color space ............................................................................................................... 141
Distortion Correct .................................................................................................. 142
Touch Operation ..................................................................................................... 142
iFn Customizing ...................................................................................................... 142
User Display .............................................................................................................. 142
Key Mapping ............................................................................................................ 143
Grid Line .................................................................................................................... 144
AF Lamp ..................................................................................................................... 144
Setting ......................................................................................................... 145
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About the battery .................................................................................................. 170
Battery specications ............................................................................................... 170
Battery life .................................................................................................................... 171
Low battery message ............................................................................................... 171
Notes about using the battery .............................................................................. 171
Cautions about using the battery ........................................................................ 172
Notes about charging the battery ....................................................................... 172
Notes about charging with a computer connected...................................... 173
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care ............................ 173
Before contacting a service center ........................................................ 174
Camera specications .............................................................................. 177
Glossary ....................................................................................................... 182
Index ............................................................................................................ 188
FCC notice ................................................................................................... 191
Chapter 7
Appendix
Error messages .......................................................................................... 162
Maintaining the camera........................................................................... 163
Cleaning the camera ............................................................................................. 163
Camera lens and display ......................................................................................... 163
Image sensor ............................................................................................................... 163
Camera body ............................................................................................................... 163
Using or storing the camera ............................................................................... 164
Inappropriate places to use or store the camera ........................................... 164
Using on beaches or shores ................................................................................... 164
Storing for extended period of time ................................................................... 164
Using the camera with caution in humid environments ............................ 165
Other cautions ............................................................................................................ 165
About memory card .............................................................................................. 166
Supported memory card ........................................................................................ 166
Memory card capacity ............................................................................................. 167
Cautions when using memory cards .................................................................. 169
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Concepts in Photography
Holding the camera
Hold the camera with your right hand and place you right index nger on
the shutter button. Place your left hand under the lens for support.
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 slow shutter speed,
hold your breath to minimize body movement.
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Concepts in Photography
Standing photography
Compose your shot; stand up straight with your feet shoulder-length
apart, and keep your elbows pointed down.
Crouching photography
Compose your shot, crouch with one knee touching the ground, and keep
a straight posture.
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Concepts in Photography
Using the display
To take photos at high or low angles, tilt the display up or down.
1 Slide the display downwards carefully.
2 Tilt the display from 180° upwards to 45° downwards.
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To capture a self-portrait, set Self Shot to ON, ip the display 180°
upwards and touch the subject on the display.
• Keep the display closed when the camera is not in use.
• Tilt the display only within the angle allowed. Failing to do so may
damage your camera.
• Be careful not to damage the display when tilting it.
• When the camera is not held by hands and the display is ipped
upwards, use a tripod. Otherwise, it may cause damage to your
camera.
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Concepts in Photography
Low-angle shot
A low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below your eyeline,
looking up the subject.
High-angle shot
A high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above your eyeline,
looking down on the subject.
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Concepts in Photography
Aperture
The aperture is one of the three factors that determine the exposure. The
aperture housing contains thin, metal plates that open and close to let
light through the aperture and into the camera. The size of the aperture
is related to the amount of light: a larger aperture allows more light and a
smaller aperture allows less light.
Aperture sizes
Minimum aperture Medium aperture Maximum aperture
Aperture opened slightly Aperture opened wide
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 ne-tune the
amount of light by subdividing exposure values into 1/2, 1/3 EV, and so on.
+1 EV
F1.4 F2 F2.8 F4 F5.6 F8
-1 EV
Exposure Value Steps
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Concepts in Photography
Aperture value and the depth of eld
You can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the
aperture. It is closely related to the depth of eld (DOF), which can be
expressed as small or large.
A photo with a large DOF A photo with a small DOF
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 aects the shape of light when shooting night scenes. If
an aperture has an even number of blades, light divides into an equal number
of sections. If the number of blades is odd, the number of sections is double the
number of blades.
For example, an aperture with 8 blades divides light into 8 sections and an
aperture with 7 blades into 14 sections.
7 blades 8 blades
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Concepts in Photography
Shutter speed
Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the
shutter. It controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture
before it reaches the image sensor.
Usually, the shutter speed is manually adjustable. The measurement of the
shutter speed is known as the “Exposure Value” (EV), which is marked in
intervals of 1 s, 1/2 s, 1/4 s, 1/8 s, 1/15 s, 1/1000 s, 1/2000 s, and so on.
Exposure
+1 EV
-1 EV
1s 1/2 s 1/4 s 1/8 s 1/15 s 1/30 s
Shutter Speed
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.
The photos below illustrate that a slow shutter speed allows more time
for light to enter the camera. This adds a motion blurring eect to moving
objects. On the other hand, a fast shutter speed allows less time to let light
in and the photo more easily freezes subjects in motion.
0.8 s 0.004 s
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Concepts in Photography
ISO sensitivity
The exposure of an image is determined by the sensitivity of the camera.
This sensitivity is based on international lm standards, known as ISO
standards. On digital cameras, this sensitivity rating is used to represent
the sensitivity of the digital mechanism that captures the image.
ISO sensitivity doubles as the number doubles. For example, an
ISO 200 setting is capable of capturing images at twice the speed of an
ISO 100 setting. However, higher ISO settings can result in “noise”—small
specks, spots, and other phenomena in a photo that give the shot a noisy
or dirty appearance. As a general rule, it is best to use a low ISO setting
to prevent noise in your photos, unless you are shooting in darkened
environments or at night.
Changes in the quality and brightness according to ISO sensitivity
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 slow shutter
speed. However, in a dark place or at night, a low ISO sensitivity will
result in a blurry photo. Therefore, it is recommended to increase the ISO
sensitivity by a moderate amount.
A photo captured with a tripod and high
ISO sensitivity
A blurred photo with a low ISO sensitivity
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Concepts in Photography
How the aperture setting, shutter speed,
and ISO sensitivity control exposure
The aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity are closely
interconnected in photography. The aperture setting controls the opening
that regulates the light that enters the camera, while the shutter speed
determines the length of time that light is allowed to enter. ISO sensitivity
determines the speed at which the lm reacts to light. Together, these
three aspects are described as the triangle of exposure.
A change in shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity can be oset
by adjustments to the others to maintain the amount of light. The results,
however, change according to the settings. For example, shutter speed is
useful in expressing movement, aperture can control the depth of eld,
and ISO sensitivity can control the graininess of a photo.
Settings Results
Aperture
value
Wide aperture
= more light
Narrow aperture
= less light
Wide = small depth of eld
Narrow = large depth of eld
Settings Results
Shutter speed
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
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Concepts in Photography
Correlation between focal length, angle,
and perspective
Focal length, which is measured in millimeters, is the distance between
the middle of the lens to its focal point. It aects the angle and perspective
of captured images. A short focal length translates into a wide angle,
which allows you to capture a wide shot. A long focal length translates
into a narrow angle, which allows you to capture telephoto shots.
Short focal length
wide shot
wide angle
wide-angle lens
Long focal length
telephoto shot
narrow angle
telephoto lens
Look at these photos below and compare the changes.
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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Concepts in Photography
Depth of eld
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 eld is the focused area around the subject. Therefore, a
small DOF signies that the focused area is narrow and a large DOF means
the focused area is wide.
A photo with a small DOF, which stresses the subject and makes the rest
of it blurred, can be obtained by using a telescope lens or selecting a low
aperture value. Conversely, a photo with a large DOF which shows all the
elements on the photo sharply focused can be achieved by using a wide
angle lens or selecting a high aperture value.
Small Depth of Field Large Depth of Field
What controls out-of-focus eects?
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 focal length is equal, a
low aperture value leads to a photo with a low DOF.
55 mm F5.7 55 mm F22
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Concepts in Photography
DOF depends on focal length
The longer the focal length is, the lower the DOF gets. A telescope lens
with a longer focal length than a wide-angle lens with a short focal length
is better to capture a photo of a low DOF.
A photo captured with an 18 mm wide-angle lens
A photo captured with a 100 mm telescope lens
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 close to the subject
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Optical preview
You can press the Custom button to view the optical preview before
capturing a photo. The camera adjusts the aperture to the predened
settings and shows the results on the screen. Set the Custom button to
Optical preview. (p. 143)
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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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 1
Subject 2
Subject 1
Subject 2
Unstable Stable
When taking landscape photos, centering the horizon will create an
unbalanced eect. Give more weight to the photo by moving the horizon
up or down.
Subject 1
Subject 2
Subject 1
Subject 2
Unstable Stable
Using the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling
compositions. Below are a few examples.
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Flash guide number
The model number of a ash refers to the ash’s power, and the maximum
amount of light created is represented by a value known as a “guide
number.” The bigger the guide number, the more light is emitted from the
ash. The guide number is achieved by multiplying the distance from the
ash to the subject and the aperture value when the ISO sensitivity is set
to 100.
Guide number = Flash to Subject Distance X Aperture 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 ash, you can estimate an
optimum ash to subject distance when setting the ash manually. For
example, if a ash has a guide number of GN 20 and is 4 meters away from
the subject, the optimal aperture value is F5.0.
Flash
Light is one of the most important components in photography. It is not
easy, however, to have an enough amount of light anytime and anywhere.
Making use of a ash allows you to optimize light settings and create a
variety of eects.
Flash, also known as strobe or speed light, helps to create adequate
exposure in low-light conditions. It is also useful in light-abundant
situations. For example, ash can be used in compensating the exposure
of a subject’s shadow or capturing clearly both the subject and the
background in backlit conditions.
Before correction After correction
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Bounce Photography
Bounce photography refers to the method of bouncing light o of the
ceiling or walls so that the light spreads evenly over the subject. Normally,
photos captured with ash may appear unnatural and cast shadows.
Subjects in photos captured with bounce photography cast no shadows
and look smooth due to evenly spread light.
Chapter 1
My Camera
Learn about your camera’s layout, display icons, lens, optional accessories,
and basic functions.
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Getting started
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Camera
(including the body cap and hot-shoe
cover)
AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery
Software CD-ROM Quick Start Guide Strap
•
The illustrations may dier 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.
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Camera layout
No. Name
1
Mode dial
• t: Smart Auto mode (p. 52)
• P: Program mode (p. 54)
• A: Aperture Priority mode (p. 56)
• S: Shutter Priority mode (p. 57)
• M: Manual mode (p. 58)
• i: Lens Priority mode
• s: Smart mode (p. 59)
• B: Wi-Fi (p. 115)
2
Jog dial
• In the Menu screen: Move to a
desired menu item.
• In the Smart panel: Adjust a selected
option.
• In Shooting mode: Adjust shutter
speed or aperture value in some
shooting modes or change the size of
a focus area.
• In Playback mode: View thumbnails,
enlarge or reduce a photo, or open or
close a folder of continuous or burst
shots in Playback mode.
3
DIRECT LINK button: Start a preset Wi-Fi
function.
No. Name
4 Microphone
5 Hot-shoe cover
6 Hot-shoe
7 Eyelet for camera strap
8 Image sensor
9
Internal antenna/NFC tag
* Avoid contact with the internal
antenna while using a wireless
network.
10 Speaker
11 Lens release button
12 Lens mount
13 Lens mount index
14 AF-assist light/Timer lamp
15 Power switch
16 Shutter button
12345
7
9
10
11
12
13
14
64
8
7
16
15
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No. Name
1 Video recording button
Start recording a video.
2
EV adjust button (p. 95)
Press and hold the button, and then scroll
the jog dial to adjust the exposure value.
In M mode, the aperture value will be
adjusted.
3
Fn button
Access the Smart panel and ne-tune
some settings.
4
o button
• In the Menu screen: Save the selected
options.
• In Shooting mode: Allow you to select
a focus area manually in some shooting
modes.
5
Navigation button
• In Shooting mode
- D: View camera settings and
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.
No. Name
6
Delete/Custom button
• In Shooting mode: Perform the
assigned function. (p. 143)
• In Playback mode: Delete les.
7 Playback button
Enter Playback mode.
8
Status lamp
Indicate the status of the camera.
• Blinking: When saving a photo,
shooting a video, sending data to a
computer, connecting to WLAN, or
sending a photo.
• Steady: When there is no data transfer,
when data transfer to a computer is
complete, or charging the battery.
9MENU button
Access options or menus.
5
6
1
2
3
4
7
8
9
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No. Name
1
USB and shutter release port
Connect the camera to a computer or shutter release. Use a shutter release cable with a tripod
to minimize camera movement.
2 HDMI port
3 Battery chamber/Memory card cover
Insert a memory card and battery.
4
Display
• To take photos at high or low angles, tilt the display up or down. (p. 15)
• Touch the screen to select a menu or an option. (p. 37)
5 Tripod mount
4
5
1
2
3
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Inserting the battery and memory card
Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the
camera.
Memory card
Insert a memory card with the gold-
colored contacts facing down.
Rechargeable battery
Insert the battery with the Samsung logo
facing up.
Removing the battery and memory card
Rechargeable battery
Battery lock
Slide the lock up to release the
battery.
Memory card
Push the card gently until it disengages
from the camera, and then pull it out of the
slot.
Using the memory card adapter
To use micro memory cards with this product, a PC, or a memory
card reader, insert the card into an adapter.
While the status lamp of the camera is blinking, do not remove the memory card
or battery. Doing so may damage the data stored on the memory card or your
camera.
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Charging the battery and turning on your camera
Charging the battery
Before you use the camera for the rst time, you must charge the battery.
Plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera, and then plug the
other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.
Status lamp
• Red light on: Charging
• Red light o: Fully charged
• Red light blinking: Error
•
Use only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera. If you use
another AC adapter, the camera battery may not charge or work properly.
•
You can charge the battery with the USB cable only when the camera is turned
o.
Turning on your camera
Set the Power switch to ON.
•
To turn your camera o, set the Power switch to OFF.
•
The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the
rst time. (p. 36)
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Performing the initial setup
When you turn on your camera for the rst time, the initial setup screen
appears. The language is preset for the country or region where the
camera is sold. You can change the language as desired. You can also select
an item by touching it on the screen.
1 Press [I] to select Time Zone, and then press [F] or [o].
2 Press [D/I] to select a time zone, and then press [o].
Back Set
Time Zone
[GMT +00:00] London
[GMT -01:00] Cape Verde
[GMT -02:00] Mid-Atlantic
[GMT -03:00] Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo
[GMT -03:30] Newfoundland
3 Press [I] to select Date & Time, and then press [F] or [o].
Back Set
Date & Time
Year Month Day Hr Min DST
•
The screen may dier depending on the language you selected.
4 Press [C/F] to select an item (Year/Month/Day/Hr/Min/
DST).
5 Press [D/I] to set the option, and then press [o].
6 Press [I] to select Date Type, and then press [F] or [o].
7 Press [D/I] to select a date type, and then press [o].
8 Press [I] to select Time Type, and then press [F] or [o].
9 Press [D/I] to select a time type, and then press [o].
10
Press [m] to nish the initial setup.
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Selecting functions (options)
Selecting with buttons
Scroll the jog dial or press [D/I/C/F] to move, and then press [o]
to select an option.
Selecting by touch
Do not use sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen. You can
damage the screen.
Touching: Touch an icon to select a menu or an option.
Samsung
Link
MobileLink Remote
Viewnder
Auto
Backup
Email
SNS &
Cloud
Dragging: Touch and hold an area on the screen, and then drag
your nger.
AutoShare
Photo Size
Quality
ISO
White Balance
Back Select
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Flicking: Gently ick your nger across the screen.
•
The touch screen may not recognize your inputs if you touch multiple items
at the same time.
•
When you touch or drag the screen, discolorations may occur. This is not a
malfunction, but a characteristic of the touch screen. Touch or drag lightly to
minimize the discolorations.
•
The touch screen may not work properly if you use the camera in extremely
humid environments.
•
The touch screen may not work properly if you apply screen protection lm
or other accessories to the screen.
•
Depending on the viewing angle of the camera or the display, the screen may
appear dim. Adjust the viewing angle or brightness to improve the resolution.
Using m
Press [m] or touch on the screen, and then change shooting
options or settings.
E.g. Selecting the photo size in P mode
1 Rotate the mode dial to P.
2 Press [m] or touch .
3 Press [C]
ĺ
[D/I] to move to 1, and then press [o].
•
You can also touch 1 on the screen.
4 Scroll the jog dial or press [D/I] to move to Photo Size,
and then press [o].
•
You can also drag the option list, and then touch an option.
Back Select
AutoShare
Photo Size
Quality
ISO
White Balance
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5 Scroll the jog dial or press [D/I] to move to an option,
and then press [o].
•
You can also drag the option list, and then touch an option.
•
Press [m] or touch Back to go back to the previous menu.
Back Set
AutoShare
Photo Size
Quality
ISO
White Balance
5472x3648 (3:2)
3888x2592 (3:2)
2976x1984 (3:2)
1728x1152 (3:2)
5472x3080 (16:9)
6 Press [m] or touch Back to switch to Shooting mode.
Using the Smart panel
Press [f] or touch on the screen to access some functions such as
Exposure, ISO, and White Balance.
E.g. Adjust the exposure value in P mode
1 Rotate the mode dial to P.
2 Press [f] or touch .
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3 Press [D/I/C/F] to move to EV, and then press [o].
•
You can select an option directly by scrolling the jog dial without
having to press [o].
•
You can also select an option by touching it.
EV : 0.0
Adjust
You can adjust some options by
dragging them.
Back
4 Scroll the jog dial or press [C/F] to adjust the exposure
value, and then press [o].
•
You can also drag the dial on the screen, and then select Set to
adjust the option.
EV : 0.0
Back Set
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Display icons
Capturing photos
1
2
3
London
1. Shooting information
Icon Description
Shooting mode
Current date
Current time
GPS activated*
London Location information*
Memory card not inserted**
Auto exposure lock (p. 96)
Available number of photos
• : Fully charged
• : Partially charged
• (Red): Empty (recharge
the battery)
Icon Description
Auto focus frame
Spot metering area
Camera shake
Manual focus scale
Level gauge (p. 42)
Histogram (p. 143)
Focus
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Exposure adjustment value
ISO sensitivity (p. 71)
* These icons appear when you attach an optional GPS
module.
** Photos that were captured without inserting a memory
card cannot be transferred to a memory card or a computer.
2. Shooting options
Icon Description
Photo size
Drive mode
Flash (p. 88)
Flash intensity adjustment
Metering (p. 90)
Icon Description
AF mode (p. 75)
Focus area
Face detection
White Balance (p. 72)
White Balance micro adjustment
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) (p. 83)
Z on
Z ratio
RAW le
Dynamic Range (p. 93)
3. Shooting options (Touch)
Icon Description
Change Smart mode***
AutoShare
Touch AF options
Shooting options
Smart panel
*** This icon appears only when you select Smart mode.
The icons displayed will change according to the
mode you select or the options you set.
In Shooting mode
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2. Shooting options
Icon Description
Video size
AF mode (p. 75)
Metering (p. 90)
White Balance (p. 72)
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
(p. 83)
White Balance micro adjustment
Fader (p. 98)
Multi Motion (p. 98)
Voice recording o (p. 99)
The icons displayed will change according to the
mode you select or the options you set.
About the level gauge
The level gauge helps you align the camera with
the horizontal and vertical lines on the display.
If the level gauge is not level, calibrate the level
gauge using the Horizontal Calibration function.
(p. 145)
Vertical
Horizontal
▲ Level ▲ Unlevel
You cannot use the level gauge when you shoot
in portrait orientation.
Recording videos
1
2
1. Shooting information
Icon Description
Shooting mode
Current recording time/Available
recording time
• : Fully charged
• : Partially charged
• (Red): Empty (recharge the
battery)
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Exposure value
ISO sensitivity (p. 71)
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In Playback mode
Viewing photos
London
Information
Mode
F No
Shutter
ISO
Metering
Flash
Focal Length
White Balance
EV
Photo Size
Date
Icon Description
Continuously captured le
Current le/The total number of les
Folder number - File number
File with location information
London
Location information
RAW le
Protected le
Print information added to le (p. 107)
3D le
m
Playback/Editing menu (Touch)
Editing photos (Touch)
Trimming a video (Touch)
Viewing image thumbnails (Touch)
1
2
3
London
No. Description
1
Captured photo
2
RGB histogram (p. 143)
3
Shooting mode, Metering, Flash,
White Balance, Aperture value, Shutter
speed, ISO, Focal length, Exposure value,
Photo size, Date, Location information
Playing videos
Stop Capture
Icon Description
Playback speed
Multi Motion
Current playback time
Video length
/
View previous le/Scan backward.
(Each time you touch the scan
backward icon, you change the scan
speed in this order: 2X, 4X, 8X.)
/
Pause or resume playback.
/
View next le/Scan forward. (Each
time you touch the scan forward
icon, you change the scan speed in
this order: 2X, 4X, 8X.)
Adjust the volume or mute the
sound.
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Changing the information displayed
Press [D] repeatedly to change the display type.
Mode Display type
Shooting
• Basic shooting information (Shooting mode, Shutter
speed, Aperture value, Exposure value, ISO sensitivity, etc.)
• Basic shooting information + Shooting option buttons
(MENU, Fn, AutoShare, Touch AF) + Level gauge
• Basic shooting information + Shooting option buttons +
Current shooting options information (Photo size, Drive
mode, Flash, Metering, AF mode, etc.)
• Basic shooting information + Shooting option buttons +
Current shooting options information + Histogram + Date
and time
Playback
• Basic information
• Display all information about the current le.
• Display all information about the current le including
RGB histogram.
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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)
1
2
3
5
4
67
8
No. Description
1
Lens mount index
2
Zoom ring
3
Focus ring (p. 82)
4
Lens hood mount index
5
Lens
6
i-Function button
7
AF/MF switch (p. 75)
8
Lens contacts
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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SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED II lens (example)
7
1
2
35
6
4
No. Description
1
Lens mount index
2
Zoom lock switch
3
Lens
4
Focus ring (p. 82)
5
i-Function button
6
Zoom ring
7
Lens contacts
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 as shown in the illustration.
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Lens markings
Find out what the numbers on the lens signify.
SAMSUNG 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 ED OIS lens (example)
12345
No. Description
1
Aperture value
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.
2
Focal length
The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point (in
millimeters). This gure 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 magnied. Shorter focal lengths result in wider angles of view.
3
ED
ED stands for Extra-low Dispersion. Extra-low dispersion glass is
eective in minimizing chromatic aberration (a distortion that occurs
when a lens fails to focus all colors to the same convergence point).
4
OIS (p. 83)
Optical Image Stabilization. Lenses with this feature can detect
camera shake and eectively cancel out the movement inside the
camera.
5
Ø
The lens diameter. When you attach a lter to the lens, make sure that
the diameters of the lens and the lter are the same.
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Accessories
You can use accessories including external ash 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.
•
The illustrations may dier 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.
External ash layout
SEF8A (example)
1
2
3
No. Description
1
Bulb
2
Hot-shoe fastening dial
3
Hot-shoe connection
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Connecting the external ash
1 Mount the ash by sliding it into the hot-shoe.
2 Lock the ash into place by turning the hot-shoe fastening dial
clockwise.
3 Lift up the ash for use.
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•
You can capture a photo with a ash that is not fully charged, but it is
recommended to use a fully charged ash.
•
Refer to the optional accessories page for available external ashes.
•
The available options may dier depending on the shooting mode.
•
There is an interval between two bursts of the ash. Do not move until the
ash res a second time.
•
SEF8A may not be compatible with other NX series cameras.
•
For more details about optional ashes, refer to the user manual for the ash.
Use only Samsung-approved ashes. Using incompatible ashes may damage
your camera.
SEF220A (example) (optional)
2
1
3
45
6
7
8
9
No. Description
1
Display icons
2
READY lamp/Test button
3
MODE button
4
Flash release button
5
POWER button
6
Battery cover
7
Bulb
8
TELE/WIDE mode switch
9
Hot-shoe connection
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Shooting modes
Two simple shooting modes—Smart Auto and Smart mode—help you
capture photos with numerous automatic settings. Additional modes
allow for greater customization of settings.
Icon Description
tSmart Auto mode (p. 52)
PProgram mode (p. 54)
AAperture Priority mode (p. 56)
SShutter Priority mode (p. 57)
MManual mode (p. 58)
iLens Priority mode
sSmart mode (p. 59)
BWi-Fi features (p. 115)
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.
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1 Rotate the mode dial to t.
2 Align your subject in the frame.
3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.
•
The camera selects a scene. An appropriate scene icon appears at
the screen.
Recognizable scenes
Icon Description
Landscapes
Scenes with bright white backgrounds
Landscapes at night
Icon Description
Portraits at night
Landscapes with backlighting
Portraits with backlighting
Portraits
Close-up photos of objects
Close-up photos of text
Sunsets
Indoors, dark
Partially lit
Close-up with spot lighting
Portraits with spot lighting
Blue skies
Forested areas typically consist of green-colored subjects
Close-up photos of colorful subjects
Camera is stabilized on a tripod and the subject is not moving for a
certain period of time. (when shooting in the dark)
Actively moving subjects
Fireworks (when using a tripod)
4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.
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54
•
The camera may detect dierent scenes, even the same subjects, depending
on external factors such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the
subject.
•
If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the
default settings for the Smart Auto mode.
•
Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode
depending on the subject's position or lighting.
•
Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the tripod mode ( ) if
the subject is moving.
•
The camera consumes more battery power, because it changes settings often
to select appropriate scenes.
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.
1 Rotate the mode dial to P.
2 Set the desired options.
3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to
capture the photo.
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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, the shutter speed decreases and the aperture value
increases. When you scroll the jog dial to the right, the shutter speed
increases and the aperture value decreases.
Minimum shutter speed
Set the shutter speed not to be slower than the selected speed. However, if
an optimal exposure value cannot be achieved because the ISO sensitivity
reached the maximum ISO value that is set by Auto ISO Range, shutter
speed may be slower than the selected minimum shutter speed.
To set the minimum
shutter speed,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Minimum
Shutter Speed
ĺ
an option.
•
This feature is available only when the ISO sensitivity is set to Auto.
•
This feature is available only in Program or Aperture priority mode.
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A Aperture 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 eld (DOF) by changing the aperture value.
This mode is useful for taking portraits, owers, or landscape shots.
Large Depth of Field Small Depth of Field
1 Rotate the mode dial to A.
2 Scroll the jog dial to adjust the aperture value.
•
You can also adjust the aperture value by pressing [f], moving to
the aperture value, and then scrolling the jog dial or dragging the
screen.
3 Set the desired options.
4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to
capture the photo.
•
In low-light settings, you may need to increase the ISO sensitivity to prevent
blurred photos.
•
To set the minimum shutter speed, in Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Minimum Shutter Speed
ĺ
an option.
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57
S Shutter Priority mode
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 eects 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.
Slow shutter speed Fast shutter speed
1 Rotate the mode dial to S.
2 Scroll the jog dial to adjust the shutter speed.
•
You can also adjust the shutter speed by pressing [f], moving to
the shutter speed, and then scrolling the jog dial or dragging the
screen.
3 Set the desired options.
4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to
capture the photo.
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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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 ne-tune camera settings. The Manual mode is
also recommended for shooting night scenes or reworks.
1 Rotate the mode dial to M.
2 Scroll the jog dial to adjust the shutter speed.
3 Press and hold [W], and then rotate the mode dial to adjust
the aperture value.
•
You can also adjust the shutter speed or the aperture value by
pressing [f], moving to the shutter speed or the aperture value,
and then scrolling the jog dial or dragging the screen.
4 Set the desired options.
5 Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to
capture the photo.
Framing mode
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]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Framing Mode
ĺ
an option.
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Using the Bulb function
Use the Bulb function to shoot night scenes or the night sky. While you are
pressing [Shutter], the shutter is left open so you can create moving light
eects.
To use a bulb, Completely scroll the jog dial to the left to Bulb
ĺ
Press and
hold [Shutter] for the desired time.
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If you set a high ISO value or open the shutter for a long time, image noise
may increase.
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Drive options, ash, and One touch shot cannot be used with the Bulb
function.
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The Bulb function is available only in Manual mode.
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Use a tripod and shutter release to prevent your camera from shaking.
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The longer you open the shutter, the longer it takes to save a photo. Do not
turn the camera o while the camera saves a photo.
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If you use this function for a long time, use a fully charged battery.
s Smart mode
In Smart mode, you can capture photos with options that are preset for a
specic scene.
1 Rotate the mode dial to s.
2 Select a scene.
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To select a shooting mode when the mode dial is set to s, press
[f] or touch , and then select a desired mode.
Smart : Beauty Face
Set
Option Description
Beauty Face
Capture a portrait with options to hide facial
imperfections.
Best Face
Capture multiple photos and replace faces to create
the best possible image.
Landscape
Capture still-life scenes and landscapes.
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Option Description
Macro
Capture small or close-up subjects.
Action Freeze
Capture subjects moving at high speed.
Rich Tones
Capture a photo with vibrant colors.
Panorama
Capture a wide panoramic scene in a single photo.
Waterfall
Capture scenes with waterfalls.
Silhouette
Capture subjects as dark shapes against a light
background.
Sunset
Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking reds
and yellows.
Night
Capture multiple photos in low light conditions
without a ash. The camera combines them to create a
single image that is brighter and has less blurring.
Fireworks
Capture scenes with reworks.
Light Trace
Capture scenes with the light trailing in low-light
conditions.
Creative Shot
Capture photos with eects applied automatically.
3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to
capture.
Using the Best Face mode
In Best Face mode, you can capture multiple photos and replace faces to
create the best possible image. Use this mode to select the best image for
each individual when capturing group photos.
1 Rotate the mode dial to s, and then select Best Face.
2 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter]
to focus.
3 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.
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The camera captures 5 photos consecutively.
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The rst photo is set as the background image.
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The camera automatically detects faces after shooting.
4 Touch a face to replace.
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5 Touch the best image from the 5 faces that were captured.
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Repeat steps 4 and 5 to replace the rest of the faces in the photo.
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The icon will appear on the image that the camera recommends.
6 Touch to save the photo.
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Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.
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The resolution is set to 5.9M or less.
Capturing panoramic photos
Capture a 2D or 3D panoramic photo. Captured 3D panoramic photos can
be viewed only on a 3D TV or 3D monitor.
1 Rotate the mode dial to s, and then select Panorama.
2 Press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Panorama
ĺ
Live Panorama or 3D.
3 Press [m] to return to Shooting mode.
4 Press and hold [Shutter] to start shooting.
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5 With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the
direction you selected.
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In 3D Panorama mode, you can capture a scene only in horizontal
directions.
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Arrows pointing in the direction of motion are displayed, and the
entire shooting image is displayed in the preview box.
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When the scenes are aligned, the camera captures the next photo
automatically.
6 When you are nished, release [Shutter].
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The camera will automatically save the shots into one photo.
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If you release [Shutter] while shooting, the panoramic shooting
stops and photos that have been captured are saved.
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The resolution varies depending on the panoramic photo you captured.
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In Panorama mode, some shooting options are not available.
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The camera may stop shooting due to the shooting composition or the
subject's movement.
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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.
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In 3D Panorama mode, your camera may not capture the very beginning or
end of a scene due to the nature of the 3D eect. To capture the entire scene,
move slightly beyond the beginning and end points you want to capture.
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Photos captured with the 3D function are saved in JPEG (2D) and MPO (3D)
formats. On your camera's display, you can view only JPEG les.
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To view 3D les, connect your camera to a 3D TV or 3D monitor with an
optional HDMI cable. While viewing, wear proper 3D glasses.
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Capturing photos in 3D Panorama mode may result in a less pronounced 3D
eect than those captured with a 3D lens. To increase the 3D eect, attach
the optional 3D lens and use 3D mode. (p. 65)
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For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the following:
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moving the camera too quickly or too slowly
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moving the camera too little to capture the next image
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moving the camera at irregular speeds
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shaking the camera
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shooting in dark places
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capturing moving subjects nearby
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shooting conditions where the brightness or color of light is changing
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Photos taken are automatically saved, and shooting is stopped under the
following conditions:
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if you change the shooting direction while shooting
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if you move the camera too rapidly
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if you do not move the camera
Recording a video
In Shooting mode, you can record Full HD videos (1920X1080) by pressing
(Video recording). The camera lets you record a video up to 29 minutes
and 59 seconds in length at 60, 30, 24, or 15 fps, and saves the les in
MP4 (H.264) format. 60 fps is available only with 1920X1080 and 1280X720
and 24 fps is available only with 1920X810. 15 fps is available only
with some Smart Filter options. The sound is recorded via the camera's
microphone.
You can set the exposure by adjusting the aperture value and shutter
speed for the mode you selected. When you use a lens that does not have
an AF/MF switch while recording a video, press [F] to deactivate or
activate the AF function. When you use the lens that has an AF/MF switch,
the AF function works according to the switch’s setting.
Select Fader to fade in or out a scene. You can also select Voice, Wind Cut,
or other options to set recording options. (p. 99)
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1 Rotate the mode dial to t, P, A, S, M, i, or s.
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This feature may not work in some modes.
2 Set the desired options.
3 Press (Video recording) to start recording.
4 Press (Video recording) again to stop.
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H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is the latest video coding format established
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.
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If you have the image stabilizer option on when shooting a movie, the
camera may record the image stabilizer sound.
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The zoom sound or other lens sounds may be recorded if you adjust the lens
while recording a video.
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When using an optional video lens, the autofocus noise is not recorded.
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If you remove the camera lens while recording a movie, the recording will be
interrupted. Do not change the lens while recording.
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If you attach an external microphone while recording a movie, sound will not
be recorded through the external microphone. (The previous settings are
maintained.) If you remove the external microphone while recording a movie,
sound will not be recorded. Turn o the camera before attaching or removing
the external microphone.
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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.
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The camera supports only the Multi AF function when recording a video. You
cannot use any other focus area setting functions, such as Face Detection AF.
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When the size of a movie le exceeds 4 GB, the camera automatically stops
recording even if the maximum recording time (29 minutes and 59 seconds)
has not been reached.
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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 video size (for example, from 1280X720 to 640X480).
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When formatting a memory card, always format using the camera. If you
format on another camera or a PC, you can lose les on the card or cause a
change in the capacity of the card.
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When you press the video recording button, Z turns o.
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While recording a video in the same ISO sensitivity, the screen may be darker
than taking a photo. Adjust the ISO sensitivity.
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When you record a video in P, A, or S mode, ISO is automatically set to Auto.
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3D mode
You can capture 3D photos or videos with an optional 3D lens.
SAMSUNG 45 mm F1.8 [T6] 2D/3D lens (example)
Set the 2D/3D switch on the lens to 3D, and then capture a photo or video
1.5-5 m away from the subject.
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3D mode is always on, regardless of the mode dial of the camera, except
B.
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To use auto 3D options that enable the camera to set shooting options
automatically depending on shooting conditions in 3D mode, press
[m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
3D Auto Mode
ĺ
On.
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To change the 3D recording option, press [m]
ĺ
6
ĺ
3D REC Mode
ĺ
a desired option.
* Default
Icon Description
Side by Side*: Displays two images next to each other.
Frame Packing: Displays the images for the left and right eye
alternately in frames.
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Available shooting options dier compared to other shooting modes.
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You can select either 4.1M (2688X1512) or 2.1M (1920X1080) photo size.
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The video resolution is set to 1920X1080.
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Videos recorded in 3D may be dark or playback may be jittery.
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Shooting in low temperatures may result in color distortion in images and
may consume more battery power.
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You may not be able to shoot properly in conditions below 8.5 LV/900 lux. For
best results, capture photos in places with sucient light.
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When you photograph objects that contain polarizing material, such as a
display, sunglasses, or a polarizing lter, or use the polarizing material with
your lens, the images may appear dark or the 3D eect may not be applied
properly.
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Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.
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If you rotate or tilt the camera vertically while shooting, the 3D eect may not
be applied properly. Capture images with the camera in the normal position.
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If you shoot in uorescent lighting or capture images displayed by projectors
or TVs, the images may appear black due to the icker eect.
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In 3D mode, the Enlarge x8 option of MF Assist may not be available.
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The camera's display shows 3D videos only in 2D.
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Photos captured with the 3D function are saved in JPEG (2D) and MPO (3D)
formats. On your camera's display, you can view only JPEG les.
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To view 3D les, connect your camera to a 3D TV or 3D monitor with an
optional HDMI cable. While viewing, wear proper 3D glasses.
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You cannot use the ash in 3D mode.
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Available functions by shooting mode
For details about shooting functions, see Chapter 2.
Press a shortcut for each function.
Function Available in Shortcut
Photo Size (p. 69)
P/A/S/M/i/s*/t/3D*-
Quality (p. 70)
P/A/S/M/i/s*-
ISO (p. 71)
P/A/S/Mf/I
White Balance (p. 72)
P/A/S/Mf
Picture Wizard (p. 74)
P/A/S/Mf
Smart Filter (p. 94)
P/A/S/Mf
AF Mode (p. 75)
P/A/S/M/i*/s*/3D*f
AF Area (p. 78)
P/A/S/M/i*/s*f/F
Touch AF (p. 80)
P/A/S/M/i/s*/t/3D*-
MF Assist (p. 82)
P/A/S/M/i/s/t/3D*-
Focus Peaking (p. 82)
P/A/S/M/i/s/t-
Link AE to AF Point
(p. 92)
P/A/S/M-
Function Available in Shortcut
Framing Mode (p. 58)
P/A/S/M-
OIS (Anti-Shake) (p. 83)
P/A/S/M/i/s*/t*-
Drive (Continuous/
Burst/Timer/
Bracketing) (p. 84)
P/A/S/M/i*/s*/t*/3D*f/C
Metering (p. 90)
P/A/S/Mf
Dynamic Range
(p. 93)
P/A/S/M-
Flash (p. 88)
P*/A*/S*/M*/i*/s*/t*f
Exposure
compensation (p. 95)
P/A/Sf/W
Exposure lock (p. 96)
P/A/S-
* Some functions are limited in these modes.
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.
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Photo 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 le 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 [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Photo Size
ĺ
an option.
Icon Size Recommended for
5472x3648 (3:2) Printing on A1 paper.
3888x2592 (3:2) Printing on A2 paper.
2976x1984 (3:2) Printing on A3 paper.
1728x1152 (3:2) Printing on A5 paper.
5472x3080 (16:9) Printing on A1 paper or viewing on an
HDTV.
3712x2088 (16:9) Printing on A3 paper or viewing on an
HDTV.
2944x1656 (16:9) Printing on A4 paper or viewing on an
HDTV.
1920x1080 (16:9) Printing on A5 paper or viewing on an
HDTV.
3648x3648 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A1 paper.
2640x2640 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A3 paper.
2000x2000 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A4 paper.
1024x1024 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A5 paper.
Available options may dier depending on shooting conditions.
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Quality
The camera saves photos in either the JPEG or RAW format.
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 les are not transformed to the JPEG format and are
stored in the memory without any changes.
RAW les have the le extension “SRW”. To adjust and calibrate exposures,
White Balances, tones, contrasts, and colors of the RAW les, or to convert
them into JPEG or TIFF format, use the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
program found on the supplied DVD-ROM.
Ensure you have enough space on the memory card to save photos in the
RAW format.
To set the quality,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Quality
ĺ
an option.
Icon Format Description
JPEG
Super Fine:
• Compressed for the best quality.
• Recommended for printing in large size.
JPEG
Fine:
• Compressed for better quality.
• Recommended for printing in normal size.
Icon Format Description
JPEG
Normal:
• Compressed for normal quality.
• Recommended for printing in small size or
uploading to the web.
RAW
RAW:
• 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.
Available options may dier depending on shooting conditions.
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The ISO sensitivity value represents the sensitivity of camera to light.
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]
ĺ
an option.
Examples
ISO 100 ISO 400
ISO 800 ISO 3200
•
You can also set the option by pressing [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
ISO
ĺ
an option
in Shooting mode.
•
Increase the ISO value in places where ash 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. 139)
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Available options may dier depending on the shooting conditions.
ISO sensitivity
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White Balance represents the light source that inuences on the color of a
photo.
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, 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 [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
White Balance
ĺ
an option.
Icon Description
Auto WB: Use automatic settings depending on the lighting
conditions.
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 osets that eect.
Fluorescent White: Select when shooting under a daylight
uorescent lamp, especially for white uorescent light.
Icon Description
Fluorescent NW: Select when shooting under a daylight
uorescent lamp, especially for white uorescent light of very
white hues.
Fluorescent Daylight: Select when shooting under a daylight
uorescent lamp, especially for white uorescent light of slightly
bluish hue.
Tungsten: Select when taking indoor photos under incandescent
bulbs or halogen lamps. Incandescent tungsten bulbs tend to have
a reddish hue. This option osets that eect.
Flash WB: Select when using a ash.
Custom Set: Use your pre-dened settings. You can manually set
the White Balance by pressing [D], and then shooting a white
sheet of paper. Fill the spot metering circle with the paper and set
the White Balance.
Color Temperature: Manually adjust the color temperature of
the light source. Color temperature is a measurement in degrees
Kelvin that indicates the specic type of light source. You can get a
warmer photo with a higher value, and a cooler photo with a lower
value. Press [D], and then adjust the value.
Available options may dier depending on shooting conditions.
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Customizing preset White Balance options
You can also customize preset White Balance options.
To customize
preset options,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
White Balance
ĺ
an option
ĺ
[D]
ĺ
scroll the jog dial, or press
[D/I/C/F].
White Balance : Daylight
Back Set Reset
You can also touch an area on the screen.
Examples
Auto WB Daylight
Fluorescent Daylight Tungsten
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Picture Wizard lets you apply dierent 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.
There is no rule for which style is suitable in which conditions. Experiment
with dierent styles and nd your own settings.
To set a photo style,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Picture Wizard
ĺ
an option.
Examples
Standard Vivid Portrait
Landscape Forest Retro
Cool Calm Classic
•
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.
•
To customize your own picture wizard, select , , or , and then adjust
the color, saturation, sharpness, and contrast.
•
Picture Wizard options cannot be set with Smart Filter options at the same
time.
Picture Wizard (photo styles)
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AF mode
Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus according to the subjects.
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.
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 dicult to
focus. Select an appropriate focusing mode for such instances.
If your lens has an AF/MF switch, you must set the switch according to
the selected mode. Set the switch to AF when you select Single AF or
Continuous AF. Set the switch to MF when you select Manual Focus.
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]
ĺ
an option.
•
You can also set the option by pressing [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
AF Mode
ĺ
an option in Shooting mode.
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The available options may dier depending on the lens in use.
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Single AF
Single AF is appropriate for shooting a still subject. When you press
[Shutter] halfway, the focus xes in the focus area. The area turns green
when the focus is achieved.
Continuous AF
While you are pressing [Shutter] halfway, the camera continues to
automatic focusing. Once the focus area is xed 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.
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Manual focus
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 magnied. When you use the
Focus Peaking function, the color you selected appears on the focused
subject. This mode is recommended for shooting an object similar in color
to the background, a night scene, or reworks.
If you use this function, you cannot set Touch AF, AF Area, and Link AE to AF
Point options.
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The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area.
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.
To set the auto
focus area,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
AF Area
ĺ
an option.
•
Available options may dier depending on shooting conditions.
•
When the AF/MF switch is set to MF, you cannot change the AF area from the
shooting menu.
•
When you use the Face Detection AF option, the camera focuses on the area
with the white frame automatically.
•
Depending on the Picture Wizard options, Face Detection may not be
eective.
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When you set manual focus, Face Detection may not be available.
•
Face Detection may not be eective when:
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the subject is far from the camera
-
it is too bright or too dark
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the subject is not facing the camera
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the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask
-
the subject’s facial expression changes drastically
-
the subject is backlit or the lighting conditions are unstable
Selection AF
You can set the focus on an area you want. Apply an out-of-focus eect to
make the subject more distinguishable.
The focus on the photo below was repositioned and resized so that it ts
the subject’s face.
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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Multi 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.
When you press [Shutter] halfway, the camera displays the focus areas as
shown in the photo below.
Face detection AF
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] 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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Tracking AF
Tracking AF allows you to track and automatically focus on your subject,
even when the subject is moving or when you change the shooting
composition.
White frame: Your camera is
tracking the subject.
Green frame: Your subject is
in focus when you half-press
[Shutter].
Red frame: Your camera failed to
focus.
Select or focus on an area that you touch on the screen. Additionally, focus
on the subject and capture a photo by touching the screen.
To set Touch AF,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Touch AF
ĺ
an option.
Available options may dier depending on the shooting conditions.
Touch AF
Touch AF allows you to select and focus on the focus area that you touch
on the screen.
AF Point
The focus area will correspond to the area you touch on the screen and the
focus will not be achieved.
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One touch shot
You can capture a photo with the touch of your nger. As you touch a
subject, the camera focuses on the subject automatically and captures a
photo.
•
If you do not select a focus area, the Auto Focus function does not work.
•
Tracking a subject may fail when:
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the subject is too small
-
the subject moves excessively
-
the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place
-
colors or patterns on the subject and the background are the same
-
the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds
-
the camera shakes excessively
•
When tracking fails, the feature will be reset.
•
If the camera fails to track the subject, the focus area will be reset.
•
If the camera fails to focus, the focus frame will change to red and the focus
will be reset.
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In the manual focus mode, you have to rotate the focus ring on the lens to
focus. When you use the MF Assist function or the Focus Peaking function,
you can achieve a clearer focus. This function is only available on a lens
that supports manual focus.
MF Assist
In the manual focus mode, you can enlarge the scene and easily adjust the
focus while rotating the focus ring.
To set the manual
focus assist,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
MF Assist
ĺ
an option.
* Default
Option Description
O
Do not use the MF Assist function.
Enlarge x5*
The focus area is magnied by 5 times when you rotate the
focus ring.
* Default
Option Description
Enlarge x8
The focus area is magnied by 8 times when you rotate the
focus ring.
Focus Peaking
In the manual focus mode, the color you selected appears on the focused
subject to help you focus while rotating the focus ring.
To set Focus
Peaking options,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Focus Peaking
ĺ
an option.
* Default
Option Description
Level
Set a sensitivity for detecting the focused subject.
(O, High, Normal*, Low)
Color
Set a color to appear on the focused subject.
(White*, Red, Green)
Focus assist
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Use the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) function to minimize camera
shake. OIS may not be available with some lenses.
Camera 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 set the switch to ON to use the OIS
function.
To set OIS options,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
OIS (Anti-Shake)
ĺ
an option.
* Default
Icon Description
O: The OIS function is o. (This option may not be available with
some lenses.)
Mode 1*: The OIS function is applied only when you press
[Shutter] in full or half.
Mode 2: The OIS function is on.
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Without OIS correction With OIS correction
•
OIS may not function properly when:
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you move your camera to follow a moving subject
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there is too much camera shake
-
the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you select Night in
s mode)
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the battery is low
-
you capture a close-up shot
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If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred by
the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when you use a
tripod.
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If the camera is hit or dropped, the display will be blurry. If this occurs, turn o
the camera, and then turn it on again.
•
Use the OIS function only when needed because the function consumes
more battery power.
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To set an OIS option on the menu, set the OIS switch on your lens to ON.
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This option may not be available with some lenses.
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O may not be available with some lenses.
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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 eects.
You can also select Timer to capture a photo of yourself.
To set the shooting
method,
In Shooting mode, press [C]
ĺ
an option.
•
You can also set the option by pressing [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Drive
ĺ
an option in Shooting mode.
•
Available options may dier depending on shooting conditions.
Single
Capture one photo whenever you press [Shutter]. Recommended for
general conditions.
Continuous
Continuously capture photos while you are pressing [Shutter]. You can
capture up to 5 photos (Continuous Normal) or 8.6 photos (Continuous
High) per second.
If you select Continuous High, the noise reduction function is not available.
Drive (shooting method)
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Burst
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. It is recommended for shooting the rapid motion of fast
moving subjects such as racing cars.
•
To set the number of shots, in Shooting mode, press [C]
ĺ
Burst, and then
press [D].
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The photo size is set to 5M.
•
It may take longer to save a photo.
•
You cannot use the ash with this option.
•
Shutter speed must be faster than 1/30 second.
•
Photos captured with this option may be slightly enlarged when saving.
•
You cannot set an ISO option higher than ISO 3200.
•
This option cannot be used with the RAW le format and is not available
when the photo quality is set to RAW.
Timer
Capture a photo with a delay of 2 to 30 seconds. The delay is adjustable in
increments of 1 second.
To set the delay, in Shooting mode, press [C]
ĺ
Timer, and then press [D].
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Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE 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.
Exposure -2
Original
Exposure +2
White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket)
When you press [Shutter], the camera captures 3 consecutive photos:
the original and two more with dierent 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.
WB-2
Original
WB+2
This option cannot be used with the RAW le format and is not available when
the photo quality is set to RAW.
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Picture Wizard Bracketing (P Wiz Bracket)
When you press [Shutter], the camera captures three consecutive photos,
each with a dierent 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 dierent settings in Bracket Set menu.
Vivid
Standard
Retro
This option cannot be used with the RAW le format and is not available when
the photo quality is set to RAW.
Bracketing setting
You can set up the options for AE Bracket, WB Bracket, and P Wiz Bracket.
(p. 140)
To set a bracketing
option,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
5
ĺ
Bracket Set
ĺ
an option.
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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 ash and
supply a constant amount of light. Select appropriate settings according to
a light source and a subject.
To set ash options,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Flash
ĺ
an option.
Icon Description
O: Do not use the ash.
Smart Flash: The camera automatically adjusts the brightness
of the ash according to the amount of light in the surrounding
environment.
Auto: The ash automatically res in dark places.
Auto Red-eye: The ash automatically res and reduces red-eyes.
Fill in: The ash res whenever you capture a photo. (Brightness is
automatically adjusted.)
Fill-in Red: The ash res whenever you capture a photo and
reduces red-eyes.
Icon Description
1st Curtain: The ash res
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 ash res just
before the shutter closes. The
camera captures a photo of a
subject later in an action sequence
clearly. Ball moving direction
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The available options may dier depending on shooting conditions.
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There is an interval between two bursts of the ash. Do not move until the
ash res a second time.
•
If you select O, the ash does not re even when an external ash is
attached.
Use only Samsung-approved ashes. Using incompatible ashes may damage
your camera.
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Reducing the red-eye eect
If the ash res when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red
glow may appear in the eyes. To reduce the red-eye eect, select Auto
Red-eye or Fill-in Red.
Without red-eye reduction With red-eye reduction
If the subject is too far from the camera or moves when the rst ash res, red-
eyes may not be reduced.
Adjusting the ash intensity
When the ash is on, adjust the ash intensity +/-2 levels.
To set the ash
intensity,
In Shooting mode, press [f]
ĺ
Flash
ĺ
an option
ĺ
[D]
ĺ
scroll the jog dial or press [C/F] to adjust the ash
intensity.
Back Set
Flash : 0.0
•
You can also drag the slider or touch +/- to adjust the intensity.
•
Adjusting the flash intensity may not be eective when:
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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 attach an intensity-adjustable external ash to the camera, the intensity
settings of the ash will be applied.
•
If the subject is too close when you use the ash, some light may be 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 ash can be blocked by the
hood. Remove the hood to use the ash.
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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.
The brightness and overall mood of the photo can also be aected 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 [m]
ĺ
1
ĺ
Metering
ĺ
an option.
Multi
The Multi mode calculates the amount of light in multiple areas. When
light is sucient or insucient, the camera adjusts the exposure by
averaging the overall brightness of the scene. This mode is suitable for
general photos.
Metering