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User Manual This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
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Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics' commitment of the Microsoft Corporation. to the sustainable development and social responsibility • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. through eco-driven business and management activities.
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The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a fire. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. This may result in electric shock. If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately disconnect all power sources, such as the battery, and then contact a Samsung service center.
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Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera • Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by case. unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories. Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased.
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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 files or damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper use. You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera.
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Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual Shooting mode indications Icon Function Shooting mode Indication Additional information Smart Auto Safety warnings and precautions Program Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the Aperture Priority shutter button. Shutter Priority Page number of related information Manual The order of options or menus you must select to...
Contents Tips Chapter 1 Concepts in Photography My Camera Shooting postures ............... 11 Getting started ................25 Holding the camera ................11 Unpacking ..................25 Standing photography ..............11 Camera layout ................26 Crouching photography ..............12 Display icons ................29 Aperture ..................
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Contents Shooting modes ................41 Chapter 2 t Smart Auto mode ............41 Shooting Functions P Program mode................42 Size ....................54 Program Shift .................. 42 A Aperture Priority mode .............. 43 Photo size options ................. 54 S Shutter Priority mode ..............43 Video size options .................
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Contents Drive (shooting method) ............. 69 Chapter 3 Single .................... 69 Playback/Editing Continuous ..................69 Searching and managing files ............ 84 Burst ..................... 70 Viewing photos ................84 Timer ..................... 70 Viewing image thumbnails ............. 84 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE Bracket) ......... 71 Viewing files by category in Smart Album ........
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Using the Intelli-studio Interface ............. 114 Transferring files using Intelli-studio ..........115 Using Samsung RAW Converter ..........116 Requirements for Windows ............116 Requirements for Mac ..............116 Using the Samsung RAW Converter Interface ....... 117 Editing RAW format files ..............117...
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Contents Chapter 6 Before contacting a service center .......... 129 Appendix Camera specifications .............. 132 Lens specifications ..............136 Error messages ................. 120 Glossary ..................139 Maintaining the camera ............121 Optional accessories ..............144 Cleaning the camera ..............121 Camera lens and display ...............
Concepts in Photography Shooting postures Standing photography Compose your shot; stand up straight with your feet shoulder-length A correct posture for stabilizing the camera is necessary for taking a apart, and keep your elbows pointed down. good photo. Even if you hold a camera correctly, the wrong posture can cause the camera to shake.
Concepts in Photography Crouching photography Aperture Compose your shot, crouch with one knee touching the ground, and The aperture, a hole that controls the amount of light that enters the keep a straight posture. camera, is one of the three factors that determine the exposure. The aperture housing contains thin, metal plates that open and close to let light through the aperture and into the camera.
Concepts in Photography The size of the aperture is represented by a value known as an Aperture value and the depth of field “F-number.” The f-number represents the focal length divided by the You can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the diameter of the lens.
Concepts in Photography Therefore, the faster the shutter speed, the less light will be let in. Shutter speed Likewise, the slower the shutter speed, the more light will be let in. Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close As the photos below illustrate, a slow shutter speed allows more time the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it to let light in, so the photo becomes brighter.
Concepts in Photography Because a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less sensitive ISO sensitivity 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 The exposure of an image is determined by the sensitivity of the speed to allow more light to enter the camera.
Concepts in Photography How the aperture setting, shutter speed, Settings Results and ISO sensitivity control exposure The aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity are closely Fast speed interconnected in photography. The aperture setting controls the = less light Shutter speed opening that regulates the light that enters the camera, while the shutter Slow speed speed determines the length of time that light is allowed to enter.
Concepts in Photography Long focal length Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective telephoto lens Focal length, which is measured in millimeters, is the distance between the middle of the lens to its focal point. It affects the angle and perspective of captured images.
Concepts in Photography What controls out-of-focus effects? Depth of field Portraits or still-life photos mostly acclaimed by people are the ones on DOF depends on aperture value which the background is out of focus so the subject looks pronounced. Depending on the focused areas, a photo can be blurred or sharpened. The wider the aperture is (namely the lower the aperture value), the This is called ‘a low DOF’...
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Concepts in Photography DOF depends on focal length DOF depends on the distance between the subject and the camera The longer the focal length is, the lower the DOF gets. A telescope lens with a longer focal length than a telescope lens with a short focal length The shorter the distance between the subject and the camera is, the is better to capture a photo of a low DOF.
Concepts in Photography DOF preview Composition You can use the Custom button to get an idea of what your shot will It is fun to capture a photo of the beauty of world with a camera. No look like before shooting. When you press the button, the camera matter how the world is beautiful, however, a poor composition cannot adjusts the aperture to the predefined settings and shows the results on capture the beauty of it.
Concepts in Photography Using the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling Photos with two subjects compositions. Below are a few examples. 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.
Concepts in Photography Flash guide number Flash The model number of a flash refers to the flash’s power, and the Light is one of the most important components in photography. It’s maximum amount of light created is represented by a value known not easy, however, to have an enough amount of light anytime and as a “guide number.”...
Concepts in Photography Bounce Photography Bounce photography refers to the method of photography which redirects the light from the subject to the ceiling or walls so that the light spreads evenly. Normally, photos captured with flash may appear unnatural and cast shadows. Subjects in photos captured with bounce photography cast no shadows and look smooth due to evenly spread light.
The illustrations may differ from your actual items. • You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories. For information about accessories, refer to page 144.
My Camera Camera layout Name Name Mode dial Speaker • t: Smart Auto mode (p. 41) Microphone • P: Program mode (p. 42) • A: Aperture Priority mode (p. 43) Eyelet for camera strap • S: Shutter Priority mode (p. 43) Image sensor •...
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Camera layout My Camera > Name Name Delete/Custom button Hot-shoe cover • In Shooting mode: Perform the Hot-shoe assigned function. (p. 97) • In Playback mode: Delete files. Video recording button Start recording a video. Navigation button (Smart dial) • In Shooting mode Status lamp D: View camera settings and Indicate the status of the camera.
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Camera layout My Camera > Name USB and A/V port Connect the camera to a computer or HDMI port Battery chamber/Memory card cover Insert a memory card and battery. Tripod mount Display...
My Camera Display icons In Shooting mode Icon Description Icon Description Flash intensity Camera shake Panorama mode (p. 48) Histogram (p. 96) Capturing photos Metering (p. 75) Shooting mode White Balance (p. 58) Focus London White Balance micro adjustment Flash indicator Face tone Shutter speed Face retouch...
Display icons My Camera > Recording videos 3. Shooting information 1. Shooting options (left) Icon Description Icon Description Date Auto focus activated Video size Time Video quality Histogram (p. 96) Multi Motion Movie AE mode AF mode (p. 62) Shutter speed Aperture value Fader (p.
Display icons My Camera > In Playback mode Playing videos Viewing photos London Mode Metering Flash Focal Length Information White Balance Movie Size Date Picture Wizard Photo Size Date Pause Stop Icon Description Description Icon Description Volume Captured photo Playback speed Continuously captured file Volume RGB histogram (p.
Learn about the functions of each lens and select one that suits Lens mount index your needs and preferences. Zoom lock switch Lens Lens layout Focus ring (p. 67) i-Function button (p. 46) SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED lens (example) Zoom ring Lens contacts...
Lenses My Camera > Locking or unlocking the lens To unlock the lens, rotate the zoom ring counter-clockwise until you hear the click. To lock the lens, pull and hold the zoom lock switch away from the camera body and rotate the zoom ring clockwise. You cannot capture a photo when the lens is locked.
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Lenses My Camera > SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS II lens (example) SAMSUNG 16 mm F2.4 lens (example) Description i-Function button (p. 46) Lens mount index Description Focus ring (p. 67) Lens mount index Lens Zoom ring Lens contacts Focus ring (p. 67)
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. SAMSUNG 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 ED lens (example) Focal length The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point (in millimeters).
• The illustrations below may differ from the actual items. • You can purchase Samsung-approved accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for damage caused by using another manufacturer's accessories. Description READY lamp/Test button...
Accessories My Camera > SEF8A (example) Connecting the flash Remove the hot-shoe cover from the camera. Description Bulb Connect the flash by sliding it into the hot-shoe. Hot-shoe fastening dial Hot-shoe connection...
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SEF8A, which is bundled with your camera, is not compatible with other NX series cameras. • For more details about optional flashes, refer to the user manual for the flash. Use only Samsung-approved flashes. Using incompatible flashes may damage your camera. Lift up the flash for use.
Accessories My Camera > GPS module layout (optional) Attaching the GPS module Remove the hot-shoe cover from the camera. Description Mount the GPS module by sliding in into the hot-shoe. Status lamp Power button Hot-shoe fastening dial Hot-shoe connection Battery cover...
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Accessories My Camera > Lock the GPS module into place by turning the hot-shoe fastening dial towards LOCK. Press the power button of the GPS module.
My Camera Shooting modes t Smart Auto mode Two simple shooting modes—Smart Auto and Scene mode—help you capture photos with numerous automatic settings. Additional modes allow for greater customization of settings. 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.
Shooting modes My Camera > P Program mode Program Shift Program Shift function lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture value so value while the camera maintains the same exposure. When you scroll that an optimal exposure value can be achieved.
Shooting modes My Camera > A Aperture Priority mode S Shutter Priority mode In Aperture Priority mode, the camera automatically calculates shutter In Shutter Priority mode, the camera automatically adjusts the aperture speed according to the aperture value you choose. You can adjust the value according to the shutter speed you choose.
Shooting modes My Camera > M Manual mode Using bulb Use a bulb to shoot night scenes or the night sky. During the interval Manual mode lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value between the first [Shutter] press and the second [Shutter] press, the manually.
You can also use this function by pressing [f]. Backlight Fully press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Available scene modes and filter effects (for SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED lens): Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children, Backlight, Landscape, Sunset, Dawn, Beach & Snow, Night, Vignetting, Miniature, Fish Eye, Sketch, Defog,...
Shooting modes My Camera > Using i-Function in PASM modes Adjust the focus ring to select an option. • You can also scroll the jog dial to select an option. When you use the i-Function button on an i-Function lens, you can manually select and adjust shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, ISO sensitivity, and White Balance on the lens.
Shooting modes My Camera > Available options Adjust the focus ring to select an option. • You can also scroll the jog dial to select an option. Shooting mode • Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Aperture value i-Zoom.
Shooting modes My Camera > N Magic mode p Panorama mode You can apply various filter effects and frame effects to your photos or In Panorama mode, the camera captures and combines a series of videos to create unique images. The shape and the feel of the photos or photos to create a panoramic image.
Shooting modes My Camera > s Scene mode Icon Description In Scene mode, the camera selects the best settings for each type of scene. Children: Make children appear more noticeable by capturing their clothes You can select a desired scene by pressing [f] in Shooting mode. and the background vividly.
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Shooting modes My Camera > Icon Description Icon Description Sound picture: Add a voice memo Dawn: Capture scenes at sunrise. before and after capturing a photo. Backlight: Capture backlit subjects. 3D: Capture 3D photos. (p. 106) Fireworks: Capture colorful fireworks at night.
Shooting modes My Camera > v Movie mode • 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 In Movie mode, you can shoot videos in High Definition (1920X1080) compression rate, more data can be saved in less memory space.
Shooting modes My Camera > Available functions by shooting mode Function Available in P/A/S/M Smart Range (p. 78) For details about shooting functions, see Chapter 2. P/A/S/M/i/N/s/ OIS (p. 68) Function Available in P/A/S/i/N/p/s/v Exposure compensation (p. 80) P/A/S/M/i/N*/s*/ Size (p. 54) P/A/S/v* Exposure lock (p.
Chapter Shooting Functions Learn about the functions you can set in Shooting mode. You can enjoy more customized photos and videos by using the shooting functions.
Shooting Functions Size As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more Icon Size Recommended for pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger 2.0M (1728X1152) (3:2) Printing on A5 paper. screen.
Size Shooting Functions > Video size options Icon Size Recommended for 1920X1080 (30 fps) (16:9) Viewing on a Full HDTV. 1280X720 (60 fps) (16:9) Viewing on an HDTV. 1280X720 (30 fps) (16:9) Viewing on an HDTV. 640X480 (30 fps) (4:3) Viewing on a TV.
• Recommended for editing after shooting. exposures, White Balances, tones, contrasts, and colors of the RAW RAW + S.Fine: Save a photo in both the JPEG files, or to convert them into JPEG or TIFF format, use the Samsung RAW+JPEG (S.Fine quality) and RAW format.
Shooting Functions ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity value represents the sensitivity of camera to light. Examples The larger the ISO value, the more sensitive the camera is to light. Consequently, by selecting a higher ISO sensitivity value, you can captured photos in dim or dark places at faster shutter speeds. However, this may increase electronic noise and result in a grainy photo.
Shooting Functions White Balance (light source) The color of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. Icon Description If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate Fluorescent NW*: Select when shooting under a daylight lighting condition to calibrate the White Balance, such as Auto WB, fluorescent lamp.
White Balance (light source) Shooting Functions > Customizing preset options Option Description Color Temperature: You can also customize preset White Balance options. Manually adjust the color temperature of the light source. Color temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin ► ►...
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White Balance (light source) Shooting Functions > Examples Auto WB Daylight Fluorescent Daylight Tungsten...
Shooting Functions Picture Wizard (photo styles) Picture Wizard lets you apply different photo styles to your photo to Examples 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.
Shooting Functions AF mode Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus according to the subjects. Single AF You can select a focusing mode appropriate to the subject among Single AF is appropriate for shooting a still subject. When you press Single Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, and Manual Focus.
AF mode Shooting Functions > Continuous AF Manual focus While you are pressing [Shutter] halfway, the camera continues to You can manually focus on a subject by rotating the focus ring on the automatic focusing. Once the focus area is fixed on the subject, lens.
Shooting Functions AF area The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area. Selection AF Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subject. When there are a lot You can set the focus on an area you want. Apply an out-of-focus effect of subjects, however, unwanted subjects can be in focus.
AF area Shooting Functions > Multi AF Face detection AF The camera displays a green rectangle in places where focus is set The camera focuses on human faces preferentially. Faces of up to correctly. The photo is divided into two or more areas, and the camera 10 people can be detected.
AF area Shooting Functions > Self-portrait AF It can be difficult to check whether your face is in focus when you are taking a self-portrait. When this function is on, the focus distance is set to close-up and the beep from the camera gets faster when in focus.
Shooting Functions MF assist In the manual focus (MF) mode, you have to rotate the focus ring on * Default the lens to focus manually. When you set the MF Assist function, you Option Description can achieve a clearer focus. This function is only available on a lens that The focus area is magnified by 8 times when you rotate the supports manual focus.
Shooting Functions Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Use the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) function to minimize camera OIS options shake. OIS may not be available with some lenses. Icon Description Came shake tends to occur in dark places or when shooting indoors. In Mode 1: The OIS function is applied only when you press such cases, the camera uses slower shutter speeds in order to increase [Shutter] in full or half.
Shooting Functions Drive (shooting method) You can set the shooting method such as Continuous, Burst, Timer and Continuous so on. Continuously capture photos while you are pressing [Shutter]. You can Select Single to capture one photo at a time. Select Continuous or capture up to 3 photos (Continuous Low (3fps)) or 7 photos (Continuous Burst to shoot fast moving subjects.
Drive (shooting method) Shooting Functions > Burst Timer Consecutively capture up to 10 shots per second (3 seconds), 15 shots Capture a photo with a delay of 2 to 30 seconds. The delay is per second (2 seconds), or 30 shots per second (1 second) when you adjustable in increments of 1 second.
Drive (shooting method) Shooting Functions > Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE Bracket) White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket) When you press [Shutter], the camera captures 3 consecutive When you press [Shutter], the camera captures 3 consecutive photos: photos: the original, one a step darker, and one a step lighter. Use a the original and two more with different White Balance settings.
Drive (shooting method) Shooting Functions > Picture Wizard Bracketing Bracketing setting (P Wiz Bracket) You can set up the options for AE Bracket, WB Bracket, and P Wiz Bracket. When you press [Shutter], the camera captures three consecutive photos, each with a different Picture Wizard setting. The camera ►...
flash. red-eyes. Fill in: The flash fires whenever you capture a photo. Use only Samsung-approved flashes. Using incompatible flashes may Fill-in Red: The flash fires whenever you capture a photo and damage your camera.
Flash Shooting Functions > Correcting the red-eye effect Flash : Fill in If the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Fill-in Red. Flash Option Back Reset...
Shooting Functions Metering The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the Multi quantity of light. The Multi mode calculates the amount of light in multiple areas. When The camera measures the amount of light in a scene, and in many of its light is sufficient or insufficient, the camera adjusts the exposure by modes, uses the measurement to adjust various settings.
Metering Shooting Functions > Center-weighted Spot The Center-weighted mode calculates a broader area than the Spot The Spot mode calculates the amount of light in the center. When you mode does. It sums up the amount of light in the center portion of the capture a photo in conditions where there is a strong backlight behind shot (60 ~ 80 %) and that of the rest of the shot (20 ~ 40 %).
Metering Shooting Functions > Measuring the exposure value of the focus area When this function is turned on, the camera automatically sets an optimal exposure by calculating the brightness of the focus area. This function is only available when you select Spot metering or Multi metering, and Selection AF.
Shooting Functions Smart Range This function automatically corrects the loss of bright detail that can occur due to shading differences in the photo. Without Smart Range effect With Smart Range effect ► ► To set Smart In Shooting mode, press [f] Smart Range Range options, an option.
Shooting Functions Color space Digital imaging devices such as digital cameras, monitors, and printers have their own methods for representing colors, which are called color spaces. Adobe RGB Your camera lets you select two color spaces: sRGB or Adobe RGB. sRGB is widely used for creating colors on PC monitors and is also the standard color space for Exif.
Shooting Functions Exposure compensation/lock Exposure compensation Exposure lock The camera automatically sets the exposure by measuring the levels of When you cannot achieve an appropriate exposure because of a strong color light from the photo’s composition and the position of a subject. If the contrast, lock the exposure and then capture a photo.
Shooting Functions Video functions The functions available for video are explained below. Multi Motion Set the playing speed of a video. Movie AE mode ► ► To set recording In Shooting mode, press [m] Multi Motion ► speed options, an option. Set the exposure mode for recording a video.
Video functions Shooting Functions > Fader Voice You can fade in or fade out a scene using the fader function on the Sometimes, a muted video is more appealing than the one with sound. camera without having to do it on a PC. Use the function appropriately Turn the voice off to record a muted video.
Playback/Editing Searching and managing files Viewing image thumbnails Learn how to search photos and videos quickly through the thumbnail view and to protect and delete files. In order to search for photos and videos you want, convert to the thumbnail view. The thumbnail view displays multiple images at a time so that you can easily look through items you wish to find.
Searching and managing files Playback/Editing > Viewing files by category in Smart Album Viewing files as a folder Continuous, burst, and bracketing shots appear as a folder. Deleting a In the thumbnail view, press [m]. folder will delete all photos in the folder. Select a category, and then press [o].
Searching and managing files Playback/Editing > Deleting files Press [ Delete files in Playback mode and secure more space on your memory When the pop-up message appears, select Yes. card. Protected files are not deleted. Deleting all files Deleting a single file You can delete all files on the memory card at once.
Playback/Editing Viewing photos Enlarging a photo Viewing a slide show You can enlarge photos when viewing them in Playback mode. You can You can view photos in a slide show, apply various effects to the slide also use the Trim function to extract the portion of the image displayed show, and play background music.
Viewing photos Playback/Editing > Auto rotating With Auto Rotate on, the camera automatically rotates photos you have captured vertically so they fit the screen horizontally. ► ► To set auto rotate In Playback mode, press [m] Auto Rotate ► options, an option.
Playback/Editing Playing videos You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video. Trimming a video during playback Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to begin. When paused, press [ Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to end.
Playing videos Playback/Editing > Capturing an image during playback Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still image. Press [I]. • The resolution of the captured image is the same as the video resolution. • The captured file is saved as a separate file under a new name.
Playback/Editing Editing photos Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating * Default red-eye effects, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. Icon Description Edited photos are saved as new files under different file names. Backlight: Correct the brightness of an underexposed photo. 3D photos and 3D panoramic photos cannot be edited with the Image (Off*, On) Edit function.
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Editing photos Playback/Editing > * Default Icon Description Brightness: Adjust the brightness of a photo. The new file may be smaller than the original. Contrast: Adjust the sharpness of a photo. The new file may be smaller than the original. Vignetting: Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras.
Chapter Camera settings menu Learn about the user settings and general settings menu. You can adjust the settings to better suit your needs and preferences.
Camera settings menu User settings You can set the user environment with these settings. Noise reduction ► ► Use the Noise Reduction to reduce the visual noise in photos. u or 5 In Shooting mode, press [m] To set user options, an option.
User settings Camera settings menu > Distortion Correct iFn Customizing You can correct lens distortion that might occur from lenses. You can select options that can be adjusted when you press This feature may not be available with some lenses. [i-Function] on an i-Function lens.
Right Icons when you attach a lens that supports the Distance Scale Set to display icons on the right in Shooting mode. function. (e.g. SAMSUNG 60 mm F2.8 Macro ED OIS SSA Left Icons lens) (Off, ft, m*) Set to display icons on the left in Shooting mode.
User settings Camera settings menu > Key mapping You can change the function assigned to the Custom button. * Default Button Function Set a function of the Custom button. • Optical Preview*, which executes the Depth of Field Preview function for the current aperture value. (p. 20) •...
Camera settings menu Setting 1 Learn about the menu items of the Setting 1. * Default Item Description To set Setting 1 Set the method of numbering files and folders. ► ► In Shooting mode, press [m] an option. • Reset: After using the reset function, the next file name options, is started at 0001.
Setting 1 Camera settings menu > * Default Item Description Format the memory card. Formatting prepares a memory card for use in the camera and deletes all existing files including protected files. (Yes, No) Format Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by another brand of camera, a memory card reader, or a computer.
Camera settings menu Setting 2 Learn about the menu items of the Setting 2. * Default Item Description Set power shut off time. The camera shuts off if you do To set Setting 2 ► ► In Shooting mode, press [m] an option.
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Also, make sure to attach the lens cap to the lens when not using it. • You can download firmware upgrades from Firmware www.samsung.com. Set the video signal output appropriate for your country when Update • You cannot run a firmware upgrade without a fully charged connecting the camera to an external video device such as a the battery.
Camera settings menu Learn about the menu items of the GPS setting. You should purchase an optional GPS accessory in order to use the GPS function. To set GPS ► ► In Shooting mode, press [m] an option. options, * Default Item Description Set to capture photos with location information...
Connecting to external devices Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using Make sure the TV and the camera are turned on and then the A/V cable. select the video input mode or source (AV or AV1 for example) of the TV.
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Connecting to external devices > Viewing files on an HDTV • When using the HDMI cable, you can connect the camera to an HDTV using the Anynet+(CEC) method. • ► ► The Anynet+(CEC) functions allow you to control connected devices using In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m] the TV remote control.
Turn on your camera. • If you have an Anynet+ compatible Samsung 3D TV and you have turned on your camera's Anynet+ function, the 3D TV turns on automatically and displays the camera screen, while the camera automatically enters Playback mode.
Connecting to external devices Printing photos Print photos on your camera by connecting to printers directly or saving Turn on your camera. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) information on a memory card. • When the pop-up message appears on the camera display, select Printer.
Printing photos Connecting to external devices > Configuring print settings Creating a print order (DPOF) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) lets you set the print size of a photo and the number of copies to be printed. The camera saves the DPOF Images One Photo information in the MISC folder of your memory card.
Printing photos Connecting to external devices > DPOF options Option Description You can select photos to print and the number of copies for photos. • Select: Select the number of copies for photos you ► Select the select. (Select photos you want to print number of copies by scrolling the jog dial left or right, Standard and then pressing [f].)
Connecting to external devices Transferring files to your computer Transfer files on a memory card to your computer by connecting the Turn on the camera. camera to the PC. • When the pop-up message appears on the camera display, select Computer. ►...
Transferring files to your computer Connecting to external devices > Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) Transferring files to your Mac computer With Windows Vista and Windows 7, the methods for disconnecting the Turn off the camera. camera are similar. Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the Ensure that no data is being transferred between the USB cable.
You must use Windows XP/Vista/7 or Mac OS 10.4 or later to connect the camera as a removable disk. When the setting wizard appears, click Samsung Digital Camera Installer. Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are not supported may void your warranty.
Using programs on a PC Connecting to external devices > Using Intelli-studio • The requirements are recommendation only. It may not work properly even when the computer meets the requirements, depending on the condition of Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit your computer.
Using programs on a PC Connecting to external devices > Using the Intelli-studio Interface Description Select a file type. View files of the selected folder on your computer. Show or hide files of the connected camera. View files of the selected folder on the camera. View files as thumbnails or on a map.
Using programs on a PC Connecting to external devices > Transferring files using Intelli-studio Run Intelli-studio on your computer. You can easily transfer files on your camera to your computer by using Turn on the camera. Intelli-studio. • When the pop-up message appears on the camera display, select Computer.
RAW files are not transformed to JPEG formats Intel processor-based or compatible computer and are stored in the memory without any changes. With Samsung (Core 2 Quad or later recommended) / PowerPC RAW Converter, you can calibrate exposures, White Balances, tones, 1 GB or more recommended contrasts, and colors of photos.
Editing RAW format files For details about using Samsung RAW Converter, click Help ► If you edit the RAW format files with the Samsung RAW Converter, Open software manual. you can maintain high image quality. You can also edit JPEG and TIFF format files.
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Using programs on a PC Connecting to external devices > To adjust the contrast of an image Adjust the exposure with the scroll bar. ► Select File Open file and open a file. From the editing tools, select Adjust the tone with the scroll bar. Original image Edited image P Mode, Aperture: f=8,...
Appendix Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error messages Suggested remedies The lens is locked. Rotate the lens counter- Lens is locked clockwise until you hear a click. (p. 33) • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again. •...
Appendix Maintaining the camera Image sensor Cleaning the camera Depending on different shooting conditions, dust may appear in photos because the image sensor is exposed to the external environment. Camera lens and display This problem is normal, and the exposure to dust occurs in everyday use of the camera.
Maintaining the camera Appendix > Using on beaches or shores Using or storing the camera • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas. Inappropriate places to use or store the camera •...
Maintaining the camera Appendix > • Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor the Using the camera with caution in humid environments image sensor or cause it to malfunction. When you transfer the camera from a cold environment to a warm •...
Maintaining the camera Appendix > About memory card Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB SD card. Supported memory card Quality Your camera supports SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory cards. Size Normal Terminal...
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Maintaining the camera Appendix > Quality Size Super Fine Fine Normal RAW + S.Fine RAW + Fine RAW + Normal 20.0M (5472X3648) 10.1M (3888X2592) 5.9M (2976X1984) 2.0M (1728X1152) 1,393 1,806 Burst 16.9M (5472X3080) Photo 7.8M (3712X2088) 4.9M (2944X1656) 2.1M (1920X1080) 1,354 1,762 13.3M (3648X3648)
Use a new memory card. About the battery • Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impact or Use only Samsung-approved batteries. pressure. • Avoid using or storing memory cards near strong magnetic fields.
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Maintaining the camera Appendix > • Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery batteries. • handling: Do not disassemble the battery or puncture the battery with any sharp •...
• When you use the camera for an extended period, the area around • The figures above are based on Samsung’s test standards. Your the battery chamber may become warm. This does not affect the results may differ depending on your actual usage.
Appendix Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your device, try these troubleshooting Situation Suggested remedies solutions before contacting a service professional. • There is no space on the memory card. Delete unnecessary files or insert a new card. •...
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Before contacting a service center Appendix > Situation Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies • Ensure that the focus option you set is The display or Remove the battery and insert it again. suitable for the kind of shot you are capturing. buttons do not work •...
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Before contacting a service center Appendix > Situation Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies • Ensure that A/V or HDMI cable is properly Playback screen does Cannot set the DPOF You cannot set the DPOF for RAW files. not appear on the connected to the external monitor.
RGB primary color filter • Multi: Normal 15 points, Lens Mount Focusing point Close up 35 points Type Samsung NX Mount • Face detection: Max. 10 faces Available lens Samsung lenses Mode Single AF, Continuous AF, Manual Focus Image Stabilization...
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Camera specifications Appendix > • 1 Step: Auto, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, Guide number 8 (based on ISO 100) ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200, ISO 6400, Angle of view 28 mm (35 mm film equivalent) ISO 12800 •...
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Camera specifications Appendix > Video Beauty Shot, Night, Landscape, Portrait, Children, Sports, Close Up, Text, Sunset, Type MP4 (H.264) Scene mode Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach & Snow, Format Movie: H.264, Sound: AAC Sound picture, 3D Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, JPEG only Movie AE mode Manual...
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• Location name (English and Korean only) Feature 5-85 % • Google Map link (with Intelli-studio) Software Intelli-studio, Samsung RAW Converter * This specifications can change without notice to upgrade a performance. * Other brands and products names are trademarks of respective owners.
Lens specifications Lens Name SAMSUNG 16 mm F2.4 SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS II 16 mm (equivalent to 24.6 mm in 20-50 mm (equivalent to 30.8-77 mm in 18-55 mm (equivalent to 27.7-84.7 mm Focus Length...
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Lens specifications Appendix > Lens Name SAMSUNG 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 ED SAMSUNG 50-200 mm F4-5.6 ED OIS II Focus Length 18-200 mm (equivalent to 27.7-308 mm in 35 mm format) 50-200 mm (equivalent to 77-308 mm in 35 mm format)
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Lens Name SAMSUNG 20 mm F2.8 SAMSUNG 30 mm F2 SAMSUNG 60 mm F2.8 Macro ED OIS SSA 20 mm (equivalent to 30.8 mm in 30 mm (equivalent to 46.2 mm in 35 mm 60 mm (equivalent to 92.4 mm in 35 mm...
Appendix Glossary AdobeRGB AMOLED (Active-matrix organic light-emitting diode) / LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Adobe RGB is used for commercial printing and has a larger color range than sRGB. Its wider range of colors helps you to easily edit photos on a AMOLED is a visual display that is very thin and light, as it does not computer.
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Glossary Appendix > Color temperature DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Color Temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin (K) that indicates A format for writing printing information, such as selected images the hue of a specific type of light source. As the color temperature and number of prints, on a memory card.
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Glossary Appendix > Exposure H.264/MPEG-4 The amount of light allowed to reach the camera’s sensor. Exposure is A high-compression video format established by international standard controlled by a combination of the shutter speed, the aperture value, organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T. This codec is capable of providing and ISO sensitivity.
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Glossary Appendix > JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) Noise A lossy method of compression for digital images. JPEG images are Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or compressed to reduce their overall file size with minimal deterioration of random, bright pixels.
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Glossary Appendix > RAW (CCD raw data) sRGB (Standard RGB) The original, unprocessed data, collected directly from the camera’s International standard of colour space established by the IEC image sensor. White Balance, contrast, saturation, sharpness, and (International Electrotechnical Commission). This is defined from colour other data can be manipulated with editing software before the image is space for PC monitors and is also used as the standard colour space compressed into a standard file format.
You can additionally purchase the straps. • These illustrations may differ from your actual items. Refer to the user manuals of these optional accessories for details. • Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Samsung is not responsible for damage caused by using another manufacturer’s accessories.
Appendix Index Flash 73 Bounce photography 23 Aperture 12, 16 Depth of Field (DOF) 13, 18 Lenses Guide number 22 Locking 33 Intensity 74 Auto focus 62 Digital Print Order Format Markings 35 (DPOF) 108 F-number 13 Specifications 136 Drive (see Shooting method) 69 Focal length 17 Unlocking 33 Battery...
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Index Appendix > Photos Samsung RAW Converter 116 Timer 70 Adjusting tone 118 Shooting method 69 Editing 91 Shooting modes Enlarging 87 Aperture Priority 43 Shooting options 54 Lens Priority 45 Videos Viewing on 3D TV 106 Magic 48 Options 81...
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This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect Or call, (877) 278 - 0799...
This equipment generates, uses Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio Address : 85 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660...
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Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website www.samsung.com for after-sales service or inquiries.