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Samsung EV-NX100ZBABUS User Manual

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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

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Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions.
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Health and safety information

Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.
Safety warnings
Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive gases and liquids
Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or flammable chemicals. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its accessories.
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.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight
Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject’s eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care
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Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your camera.
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Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when disposing of used batteries.
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Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated.
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Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when charging batteries. This may cause fire or electric shock.
Safety precautions
Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly
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Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can cause serious damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water damage to your camera can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
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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.
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Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or poorly­ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and internal components.
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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.
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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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Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it on beaches or in other similar areas.
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Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, and excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.
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Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors, improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and accessories.
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Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to improper use may not be covered by your warranty.
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Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury to yourself or others.
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Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation.
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Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergic reactions, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with sensitive skin. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor.
Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage
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Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 ºC/32 ºF or above 40 ºC/104 ºF). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.
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Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage. Also, this may cause fire or electric shock.
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Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a soft cloth before inserting in your camera.
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Do not allow liquids, dirt, or foreign substances to come in contact with the memory card slot. Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction.
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Insert the memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card.
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Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory card.
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Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impact or pressure.
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Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer. Format the memory card with your camera.
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Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.
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Use only Samsung-approved accessories
Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or void your warranty.
Protect your camera’s lens
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Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
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Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.
Important usage information
Allow only qualified personnel to service your camera
Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life
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Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is finished, disconnect the cable from your camera.
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Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before use.
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Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.
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Use batteries only for their intended purpose.
Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environments
When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm and humid one, condensation may form on the delicate electronic circuitry and memory card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera.
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.
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Indications used in this manual

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
( )
The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select 1
►
(represents select 1, and then Quality).
Annotation
*

Shooting mode indications

Shooting mode Indication
Smart Auto
Program
Aperture Priority
t P A
► Quality

Abbreviations used in this manual

Abbreviation Definition
AE
AF
BKT
DPOF
EV
FA
MF
OIS
ISO
WB
Auto Exposure
Auto Focus
Bracketing
Digital Print Order Format
Exposure Value
Focus Aid
Manual Focus
Optical Image Stabilization
International Organization for Standardization's measure for light sensitivity
White Balance
Shutter Priority
Manual
Lens Priority
Scene
Movie
S M i s v
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Contents

Tips
Concepts in Photography
Shooting postures ....................................................................... 10
Holding the camera ......................................................................... 10
Standing photography ..................................................................... 10
Crouching photography .................................................................. 11
Aperture ....................................................................................... 11
Aperture value and the depth of field ............................................... 12
Shutter speed .............................................................................. 13
ISO sensitivity .............................................................................. 14
How the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity
control exposure ......................................................................... 15
Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective ....... 16
Depth of field ............................................................................... 17
What controls out-of-focus effects? ................................................ 17
DOF preview ................................................................................... 19
Composition ................................................................................ 19
Rule of Thirds .................................................................................. 19
Photos with two subjects ................................................................ 20
Flash............................................................................................. 21
Flash guide number......................................................................... 21
Bounce Photography ...................................................................... 22
Chapter 1
My Camera
Get started ................................................................................... 24
Unpack ......................................................................................... 24
Camera layout ............................................................................. 25
Display icons ............................................................................... 28
In Shooting mode .......................................................................... 28
Capture photos ............................................................................... 28
Record videos ................................................................................. 29
In Playback mode .......................................................................... 30
View photos .................................................................................... 30
Play videos ...................................................................................... 30
Lenses .......................................................................................... 31
Lens layout .................................................................................... 31
Lock or unlock the lens ................................................................... 32
Lens markings ............................................................................... 34
Optional accessories .................................................................. 35
Flash layout ................................................................................... 35
Connect the flash .......................................................................... 35
GPS module layout ........................................................................ 36
Attach the GPS module ................................................................. 37
Attach the electronic viewfinder ..................................................... 38
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Shooting modes .......................................................................... 39
t Smart Auto mode ............................................................... 39
P Program mode .......................................................................... 40
Program Shift .................................................................................. 40
A Aperture Priority mode ............................................................. 41
S Shutter Priority mode ................................................................ 41
M Manual mode ........................................................................... 42
Framing Mode ................................................................................. 42
Use a bulb ...................................................................................... 42
i Lens Priority mode ................................................................... 42
Use i-Scene mode .......................................................................... 42
Use i-Function in PASM modes .................................................... 43
Available options ............................................................................ 44
s Scene mode ...................................................................... 45
v Movie mode ........................................................................... 47
Available functions by shooting mode ............................................ 48
Chapter 2
Shooting Functions
Size .............................................................................................. 50
Photo size options ......................................................................... 50
Video size options ......................................................................... 50
Quality .......................................................................................... 51
Photo quality options ..................................................................... 51
Video quality options ..................................................................... 51
ISO sensitivity .............................................................................. 52
Expand ISO value ............................................................................ 52
White Balance (light source) ....................................................... 53
White balance options ................................................................... 53
Customize preset options................................................................ 54
Picture Wizard (photo styles) ...................................................... 56
Color Space ................................................................................. 57
AF Mode ...................................................................................... 58
Single AF ....................................................................................... 58
Continuous AF ............................................................................... 59
Manual Focus ................................................................................ 59
AF Area ........................................................................................ 60
Selection AF .................................................................................. 60
Multi AF ......................................................................................... 61
Face Detection AF ......................................................................... 61
Self-Portrait AF .............................................................................. 62
AF Priority .................................................................................... 63
MF Assist ..................................................................................... 64
Drive (shooting method) ............................................................. 65
Single ........................................................................................... 65
Continuous .................................................................................... 65
Burst ............................................................................................ 66
Timer ............................................................................................. 66
AE BKT ......................................................................................... 67
WB BKT ........................................................................................ 67
P Wiz BKT .................................................................................... 68
BKT Set ......................................................................................... 68
Flash............................................................................................. 69
Flash options ................................................................................. 69
Correct the red-eye effect .............................................................. 70
Adjust the flash intensity ................................................................ 70
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Metering ....................................................................................... 71
Spot .............................................................................................. 71
Link AE to AF Point ........................................................................ 71
Center-weighted ............................................................................ 72
Multi .............................................................................................. 72
Smart Range ................................................................................ 73
OIS ............................................................................................... 74
OIS options ................................................................................... 74
Exposure Compensation ............................................................ 75
Exposure/Focus Lock ................................................................. 76
Video functions............................................................................ 77
Movie AE Mode ............................................................................. 77
Fader ............................................................................................. 77
Wind Cut ....................................................................................... 78
Auto Focus .................................................................................... 78
Voice ............................................................................................. 78
Chapter 3
Playback/Editing
Search and manage files ............................................................ 80
View photos .................................................................................. 80
View image thumbnails .................................................................. 80
View files by category in Smart Album ........................................... 81
Protect files ................................................................................... 81
Delete files ..................................................................................... 81
Delete a single file ........................................................................... 81
Delete multiple files.......................................................................... 82
Delete all files .................................................................................. 82
View photos ................................................................................. 83
Enlarge a photo ............................................................................. 83
Start a slide show .......................................................................... 83
Highlight ........................................................................................ 84
Auto Rotate ................................................................................... 84
Play a video ................................................................................. 85
Video viewing controls ..................................................................... 85
Trim a video during playback ......................................................... 85
Capture an image during playback ................................................ 86
Edit a photo ................................................................................. 87
Options ......................................................................................... 87
Chapter 4
Camera settings menu
User settings .............................................................................. 90
ISO Step ....................................................................................... 90
Auto ISO Range ............................................................................ 90
Noise Reduction ............................................................................ 90
AF Lamp ....................................................................................... 90
User Display .................................................................................. 91
Key Mapping ................................................................................. 92
Setting 1 ....................................................................................... 93
Setting 2 ....................................................................................... 94
Setting 3 ....................................................................................... 95
Setting 4 ....................................................................................... 97
Setting 5 ....................................................................................... 98
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Chapter 5
Connect to external devices
View files on a TV or HDTV ....................................................... 100
View files on a TV ........................................................................ 100
View files on an HDTV ................................................................. 101
Print photos ............................................................................... 102
Print photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ............................... 102
Configure print settings ................................................................. 103
Set printer info using DPOF ......................................................... 103
DPOF options ............................................................................... 104
Transfer files to your computer ................................................ 105
Transfer files to your computer (for Windows) .............................. 105
Transfer files by connecting the camera as a removable disk ......... 105
Disconnect the camera (Windows XP) ........................................... 106
Transfer files to your computer (for Mac) ...................................... 106
Edit photos on a PC .................................................................. 107
Install software ............................................................................ 107
Programs contained on the CD ..................................................... 107
Use Intelli-studio .......................................................................... 107
System Requirements ................................................................... 108
Use the Intelli-studio Interface ....................................................... 108
Transfer files using Intelli-studio ..................................................... 109
Use Samsung RAW Converter ..................................................... 110
System Requirements for Windows ............................................... 110
System Requirements for Mac ...................................................... 110
Use the Samsung RAW Converter Interface .................................. 111
Edit RAW format files .................................................................... 111
Chapter 6
Appendix
Error messages ......................................................................... 115
Maintain the camera ................................................................. 116
Clean the camera ........................................................................ 116
Camera lens and display ............................................................... 116
About the image sensor ................................................................ 116
Camera body ................................................................................ 116
About memory card ..................................................................... 117
Supported memory card ............................................................... 117
Memory card capacity ................................................................... 117
About the battery ...................................................................... 119
Battery specifications .................................................................. 119
Battery life ................................................................................... 119
Notes about charging the battery .................................................. 120
Before contacting a service center .......................................... 122
Camera specifications .............................................................. 125
Lens specifications ................................................................... 129
Accessories (optional) ............................................................... 131
Index .......................................................................................... 132
FCC notice ................................................................................. 135
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Concepts in Photography

Shooting postures

A correct posture for stabilizing the camera is necessary for taking a good photo. Even if you hold a camera correctly, the wrong posture can cause the camera to shake. Stand up straight and remain still to maintain a steady base for your camera. When shooting with a low shutter speed, hold your breath to minimize body movement.
Holding the camera
Hold the camera with your right hand and place you right index finger on the shutter button. Place your left hand under the lens for support.
Standing photography
Compose your shot; stand up straight with your feet shoulder-length apart, and keep your elbows pointed down.
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Crouching photography
Compose your shot, crouch with one knee touching the ground, and keep a straight posture.

Aperture

The aperture, a hole that controls the amount of light that enters the camera, is one of the three factors that determine the exposure. The aperture housing contains thin, metal plates that open and close to let light through the aperture and into the camera. The size of the aperture is closely related to the brightness of a photo: the larger the aperture, the brighter the photo; the smaller the aperture, the darker the photo.
Aperture sizes
Minimum aperture Medium aperture Maximum aperture
Darker photo
(aperture opened slightly)
Brighter photo
(aperture opened wide)
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The size of the aperture is represented by a value known as an “F-number.” The f-number represents the focal length divided by the diameter of the lens. For example, if a lens with a 50 mm focal length has an f-number of F2, the diameter of the aperture is 25 mm. (50 mm/25 mm=F2) The smaller the f-number, the greater the size of the aperture.
The opening in the aperture is described as the Exposure Value (EV). Increasing the Exposure Value (+1 EV) means the amount of light doubles. Decreasing the Exposure Value (-1 EV) means the amount of light halves. You can also use the exposure compensation feature to fine-tune the amount of light by subdividing exposure values into 1/2, 1/3 EV, and so on.
+1 EV
F1.4 F2 F2.8 F4 F5.6 F8
-1 EV
Exposure Value Steps
Aperture value and the depth of field
You can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the aperture. It is closely related to the depth of field (DOF), which can be expressed as small or large.
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 affects the shape of light when shooting night scenes. If an aperture has an even number of blades, light divides into an equal number of sections. If the number of blades is odd, the number of sections is double the number of blades.
For example, an aperture with 8 blades divides light into 8 sections and an aperture with 7 blades into 14 sections.
7 blades 8 blades
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Shutter speed

Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor.
Usually, the shutter speed is manually adjustable. The measurement of the shutter speed is known as the “Exposure Value” (EV), which is marked in intervals of 1 s, 1/2 s, 1/4 s, 1/8 s, 1/15 s, 1/1000 s, 1/2000 s, and so on.
+1 EV
Exposure
-1 EV
The numbers indicated on the camera are the denominators of exposure values, which means that the higher the number, the less light will be let in. Likewise, the smaller the EV number, the more light will be let in.
As the photos below illustrate, a slow shutter speed allows more time to let light in, so the photo becomes brighter. On the other hand, a fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects in motion.
0.8 s 0.004 s
1 s 1/2 s 1/4 s 1/8 s 1/15 s 1/30 s
Shutter Speed
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ISO sensitivity

The exposure of an image is determined by the sensitivity of the camera. This sensitivity is based on international film standards, known as ISO standards. On digital cameras, this sensitivity rating is used to represent the sensitivity of the digital mechanism that captures the image.
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.
Because a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less sensitive to light, you need more light to have an optimal exposure. When using a low ISO sensitivity, open the aperture more or reduce the shutter speed to allow more light to enter the camera. For example, on a sunny day when light is abundant, a low ISO sensitivity does not require a low shutter speed. However, in a dark place or at night, a low ISO sensitivity and a fast shutter speed will result in a blurry photo.
A photo taken with a tripod and high
sensitivity
A blurred photo with a low ISO sensitivity
Changes in the quality and brightness according to ISO sensitivity
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How the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity control exposure

The aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity are closely interconnected in photography. The aperture setting controls the opening that regulates the light that enters the camera, while the shutter speed determines the length of time that light is allowed to enter. ISO sensitivity determines the speed at which the film reacts to light. Together, these three aspects are described as the triangle of exposure.
A change in shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity can be offset by adjustments to the others to maintain the amount of light. The results, however, change according to the settings. For example, shutter speed is useful in expressing movement, aperture can control the depth of field, and ISO sensitivity can control the graininess of a photo.
Settings Results
Fast speed
Shutter speed
= less light Slow speed
= more light
Fast = still Slow = blurry
Aperture
ISO sensitivity
Settings Results
Wide aperture = more light
Narrow aperture = less light
Wide = small depth of field Narrow = large depth of field
High sensitivity = more sensitive to light
Low sensitivity = less sensitive to light
High = more grainy Low = less grainy
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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 affects the angle and perspective of captured images. A short focal length translates into a wide angle, which allows you to capture a wide shot. A long focal length translates into a narrow angle, which allows you to capture telephoto shots.
Short focal length
wide-angle lens
wide shot
wide angle
Long focal length
telephoto lens
telephoto shot
narrow angle
Look at these photos below and compare the changes.
20 mm angle 50 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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Depth of field
Portraits or still-life photos mostly acclaimed by people are the ones on which the background is out of focus so the subject looks pronounced. Depending on the focused areas, a photo can be blurred or sharpened. This is called ‘a low DOF’ or ‘a high DOF’.
The depth of field is the focused area around the subject. Therefore, a small DOF signifies that the focused area is narrow and a large DOF means the focused area is wide.
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.
What controls out-of-focus effects?
DOF depends on aperture value
The wider the aperture is (namely the lower the aperture value), the lower the DOF becomes. Under the condition where the other values including shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are equal, a low aperture value leads to a photo with a low DOF.
50 mm F5.7 50 mm F22
Small Depth of Field Large Depth of Field
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DOF depends on focal length
The longer the focal length is, the lower the DOF gets. A telescope lens with a longer focal length than a telescope lens with a short focal length is better to take a photo of a low DOF.
A photo taken with a 18 mm telescope
lens
A photo taken 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 taken with a 100 mm telescope lens
A photo taken close to the subject
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DOF preview
You can use the Depth preview button to get an idea of what your shot will look like before shooting. When you press the button, the camera adjusts the aperture to the predefined settings and shows the results on the screen.
Depth preview
button

Composition

It is fun to take a photo of the beauty of world with a camera. No matter how the world is beautiful, however, a poor composition cannot capture the beauty of it.
When it comes to composition, it is very important to prioritize subjects.
Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition.
Rule of Thirds
To use the rule of thirds, divide the image into a 3x3 pattern of equal rectangles.
To compose photos that best emphasize the subject, make sure the subject is located at one of the corners of the center rectangle.
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Using the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling compositions. Below are a few examples.
Photos with two subjects
If your subject is in one corner of the photo, it creates an unbalanced composition. You can stabilize the photo by capturing a second subject in the opposite corner to balance the weight of the photo.
Subject 2
Subject 1
Unstable Stable
Subject 1
When taking landscape photos, centering the horizon will create an unbalanced effect. Give more weight to the photo by moving the horizon up or down.
Subject 1
Subject 2
Subject 1
Subject 2
Subject 2
Unstable Stable
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Flash

Light is one of the most important components in photography. It’s not easy, however, to have an enough amount of light anytime and anywhere. Making use of a flash allows you to optimize light settings and create a variety of effects.
Flash, also known as strobe or speed light, helps to create adequate exposure in low-light conditions. It is also useful in light-abundant situations. For example, flash can be used in compensating the exposure of a subject’s shadow or capturing clearly both the subject and the background in backlit conditions.
Before correction After correction
Flash guide number
The model number of a flash refers to the flash’s power, and the maximum amount of light created is represented by a value known as a “guide number.” The bigger the guide number, the more light is emitted from the flash. The guide number is achieved by multiplying the distance from the flash to the subject and the aperture value when the ISO sensitivity is set to 100.
Guide number = Flash to Subject Distance X Aperture value
Aperture value = Guide number / Flash to Subject Distance
Flash to Subject Distance = Guide number / Aperture value
Therefore, if you know the guide number of a flash, you can estimate an optimum flash to subject distance when setting the flash manually. For example, if a flash has a guide number of GN 20 and is 4 meters away from the subject, the optimal aperture value is F 5.0.
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Bounce Photography
Bounce photography refers to the method of photography which redirects the light from the subject to the ceiling or walls so that the light spreads evenly. Normally, photos taken with flash may appear unnatural and cast shadows. Subjects in photos taken with bounce photography cast no shadows and look smooth due to evenly spread light.
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Chapter 1

My Camera

Learn about your camera’s layout, display icons, basic functions, supplied lens,
and optional accessories.
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My Camera

Get started

Unpack
Check your product box for the following items.
Camera (including the body cap, accessory shoe cover, and smart shoe cover)
Software CD-ROM
(User manual included)
The illustrations may differ from your actual items. For information about accessories, refer to page 131.
User manual Basic Operation Strap
USB cable Rechargeable battery Battery cradle/AC power cable
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My Camera

Camera layout

No. Name
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1112
Speaker
1
Shutter button
2
Jog dial
• In Shooting mode: change the
setting values of menus, adjust
3
4
5
shutter speed in some shooting modes, and change the size of a focus area.
• In Playback mode: enlarge or
reduce a photo.
AF-assist light/Timer lamp
Mode dial
• t: Smart Auto mode (p. 39)
• P: Program mode (p. 40)
• A: Aperture Priority mode (p. 41)
• S: Shutter Priority mode (p. 41)
• M: Manual mode (p. 42)
• i: Lens Priority mode (p. 42)
• s: Scene mode (p. 45)
• V: Movie mode (p. 47)
No. Name
Microphone
6
Accessory shoe
7
Eyelet for camera strap
8
Image sensor
9
Lens removal button
10
Lens mount
11
Lens mount index
12
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My Camera > Camera layout
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10
No. Name
Power switch
1
E button (p. 92)
• In Shooting mode: Lock the
2
adjusted exposure value or focus.
• In Playback mode: Protect the
displayed file.
No. Name
1
2 3
4
5 6
7
8
Status lamp
• Blinking: When saving a photo,
shooting a video, sending data to a
3
4
5
computer or printer.
• Steady: When there is no data
transfer or when data transfer to a computer or printer is complete.
f button
Access major functions and fine-tune some settings.
Navigation button
• In Shooting mode
- F : Select an AF Mode
- I : Select an ISO value
- C : Select a Drive mode
- w : Select a White Balance
• In other situations
Move up, down, left, right, respectively. (You can also rotate the navigation wheel.)
When rotating:
• Scroll to an option or menu.
• Adjust aperture value in Shooting
mode.
• Scroll through files in Playback mode.
• Adjust the frame location when
selecting a focus manually.
No. Name
Green/Delete button
• In Shooting mode: Reset the value
of Picture Wizard, White Balance, Color Temperature, Display Color, Timer, Flash EV, Selection AF (a
6
7
8
9
10
repositioned focus area is moved back to the center), or exposure compensation, or exposure value for each mode.
• In Playback mode: Delete a file or
files.
o button
• In Shooting mode
Change the size and position of the AF area.
• In other situations
Confirm the highlighted option or menu.
Playback button
Enter Playback mode.
m button
Access options or menus.
EV button
Press and hold [W], and then rotate the jog dial to adjust the exposure value. (p. 75)
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10
9
8 7
6 5
No. Name
1
2
4
3
Smart shoe
Connect an optional electronic
1
viewfinder.
Battery chamber cover
2
Insert a memory card and battery.
Tripod mount
3
Display
4
HDMI port
5
Power adapter port
6
Shutter release port
Use a shutter release cable with a
7
tripod to minimize camera movement.
No. Name
USB and A/V port
Connect the camera to other devices
8
via a USB A/V cable.
Depth preview button (p. 19)
9
D button
• In Shooting mode: View camera
10
settings and change options.
• In Playback mode: View photo
information.
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Display icons

In Shooting mode
Capture photos
1
2
3
1. Shooting options (left)
Icon Description
Photo size
Photo quality
Focus area option
Face detection
Flash option*
Flash intensity*
Color space
Smart range (p. 73)
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) (p. 74)
* These icons appear when you attach an optional flash.
2. Shooting options (right)
Icon Description
Drive mode
AF mode (p. 58)
White balance (p. 53)
White balance micro adjustment
ISO sensitivity (p. 52)
Metering (p. 71)
Picture wizard (p. 56)
Face tone
Face retouch
3. Shooting information
Icon Description
GPS activated*
10:00AM
2010/07/01
London
Time
Date
Location information*
Focus aid bar (p. 64)
Auto focus frame
Spot metering area
Camera shake
Icon Description
Histogram (p. 91)
Shooting mode
Focus
Flash indicator**
40
F3.5
AEL
AFL
* These icons appear when you attach an optional GPS
module.
** This icon appears when you attach an optional flash.
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Exposure value
Auto exposure lock (p. 92)
Auto focus lock (p. 92)
No external memory card
Number of available shots
: Fully charged : Partially charged (Red) : Empty (recharge the
battery)
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
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Record videos
1. Shooting options (left)
3. Shooting information
1
2
3
Icon Description
Video size
Video quality
Fader (p. 77)
Recording voice on (p. 78)
Cut wind sound (p. 78)
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) (p. 74)
2. Shooting options (right)
Icon Description
Drive mode
AF mode (p. 58)
White balance (p. 53)
Metering (p. 71)
Picture wizard (p. 56)
Icon Description
10:00AM
2010/07/01
V
F3.5
AEL
AFL
Time
Date
Histogram (p. 91)
Shooting mode
Focus
Aperture value
Exposure value
Auto exposure lock (p. 92)
Auto focus lock (p. 92)
No external memory card
Available recording time
: Fully charged : Partially charged (Red) : Empty (recharge the
battery)
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
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In Playback mode
View photos
Mode
Metering
Flash
Focal Length
White Balance
EVC
Picture Wizard
Photo Size
Date
Icon Description
Location information
Volume
RAW file
Print information added to file (p. 103)
Sound Picture file (p. 45)
Protected file
100-0001
London
1/40
F3.5
200
Folder number - File number
Location information
Shutter speed
Aperture value
ISO value
Current file/the total number of files
Information
R
G
B
Y
No. Description
Captured photo
1
RGB histogram (p. 91)
2
Shooting mode, Metering, Flash, White balance, Picture wizard,
3
RAW file, Focus range, Exposure value, Photo size, Date
Shutter speed, Aperture value, ISO value, Current file/the total number of
4
files
1
Play videos
2
Movie Size
3
4
Icon Description
Pause
100-0002
Date
Stop
Volume
Folder number - File number
Current playback time
Total playback time
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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 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED lens (example)
7
1
2
3
No. Description
Lens mount index
1
Zoom lock switch
2
Zoom ring
3
Lens
4
Focus ring (p. 64)
5
iFn button (p. 43)
6
Lens contacts
7
4
6
5
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Lock or unlock the lens
To lock the lens, pull and hold the zoom lock switch away from the camera body and rotate the zoom ring clockwise.
To unlock the lens, rotate the zoom ring counter-clockwise until you hear the click.
You cannot take a shot when the lens is locked.
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SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS lens (example)
1
2
3
4
5
67
No. Description
Lens mount index
1
Zoom ring
2
Focus ring (p. 64)
3
Lens hood mount index
4
Lens
5
OIS switch (p. 74)
6
SAMSUNG 20 mm F2.8 lens (example)
8
5
1
2
3
4
No. Description
iFn button (p. 43)
1
Lens mount index
2
Focus ring (p. 64)
3
Lens
4
Lens contacts
5
AF/MF switch (p. 58)
7
Lens contacts
8
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Lens markings
Find out what the numbers on the lens signify.
SAMSUNG 50-200 mm F4-5.6 ED OIS lens (example)
12345
No. Description
Aperture value
A range of supported aperture values. For example, F 1:4-5.6
1
means the maximum aperture value range from 4 to 5.6.
Focal length
The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point (in millimeters). This figure is expressed in a range: minimum focal length to maximum focal length of the lens.
2
Longer focal lengths result in narrower angles of view and the subject is magnified. Shorter focal lengths result in wider angles of view.
ED
ED stands for Extra-low Dispersion. Extra-low dispersion glass is
3
effective in minimizing chromatic aberration (a distortion that occurs when a lens fails to focus all colors to the same convergence point).
OIS (p. 74)
Optical Image Stabilization. Lenses with this feature can detect
4
camera shake and effectively cancel out the movement inside the camera.
Ø
The lens diameter. When you attach a filter to the lens, make sure
5
that the diameters of the lens and the filter are the same.
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Optional accessories

You can purchase additional accessories including flash, GPS module, and an electronic viewfinder that can help you take better and more convenient shots.
For more information, refer to the manual for each accessory.
The illustrations below may differ from the actual items.
Flash layout
1 2
3
4 5
6
No. Description
READY lamp/Test button
1
[MODE] button
2
Power button
3
Accessory shoe fastening dial
4
Accessory shoe connection
5
Battery cover
6
Bulb
7
Connect the flash
Remove the accessory shoe cover from the camera.
1
7
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Connect the flash by sliding it into the accessory shoe.
2
Lock the flash into place by turning the accessory shoe
3
fastening dial clockwise towards LOCK.
Press the power button on the flash.
4
GPS module layout
1
2
3
4
5
No. Description
Status lamp
1
Power button
2
Accessory shoe fastening dial
3
Accessory shoe connection
4
Battery cover
5
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Attach the GPS module
Remove the accessory shoe cover from the camera.
1
Mount the GPS module by sliding in into the accessory
2
shoe.
Lock the GPS module into place by turning the accessory
3
shoe fastening dial clockwise towards LOCK.
Press the power button of the GPS module.
4
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Attach the electronic viewfinder
Remove the accessory shoe cover and the smart shoe
1
cover on the camera.
Mount the electronic viewfinder on the accessory shoe (1)
2
and smart shoe (2) of the camera.
•
Take caution not to damage the connector (3).
Press [Power] (1) on the viewfinder and rotate the [Diopter
3
adjustment dial] (2) to adjust the diopter to fit your eye­sight.
2
1
1
2
3
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Shooting modes

Two simple shooting modes—Smart Auto and Scene mode—help you take photos with numerous automatic settings. Additional modes allow for greater customization of settings.
Icon Description
t
s
V
Smart Auto mode (p. 39)
Program mode (p. 40)
P
Aperture Priority mode (p. 41)
A
Shutter Priority mode (p. 41)
S
Manual mode (p. 42)
M
Lens Priority mode (p. 42)
i
Scene mode (p. 45)
Movie mode (p. 47)
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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P Program mode
The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture value so that an optimal exposure value can be achieved.
This mode is useful when you want to take shots of constant exposure while being able to adjust other settings.
Program Shift
Program Shift function lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value while the camera maintains the same exposure. When you rotate the jog dial to the left, the shutter speed decreases and the aperture value increases. When you rotate the jog dial to the right, the shutter speed increases and the aperture value decreases.
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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 field (DOF) by changing the aperture value. This mode is useful for taking portraits and landscape shots.
Large Depth of Field Small Depth of Field
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 effects in a photo.
For example, set the shutter speed to over 1/500 s to freeze the subject. To make the subject appear blurred set the shutter speed to below 1/30 s.
Slow shutter speed Fast shutter speed
In low-light settings, you may need to increase the ISO sensitivity to prevent blurred photos.
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 fine-tune camera settings. The Manual mode is also recommended for shooting night scenes or fireworks.
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] ► 3 ► Framing Mode
►
Off or On.
i Lens Priority mode
Use i-Scene mode
You can select an appropriate scene (i-Scene) to the lens you attached. Available scenes may differ depending on the lens you are using.
Attach an iFn lens.
1
Rotate the mode dial to i.
2
Press [iFn].
3
•
You can use this function by pressing [f].
Use a bulb
Use a bulb to shoot night scenes or the night sky. While you are pressing the shutter button, the shutter is left open so you can create moving light effects.
To use a bulb,
Completely scroll the jog dial to the left to Bulb. ► Press and hold [Shutter] for the desired time.
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Adjust the focus ring to select a scene.
4
•
You can also rotate the navigation button to select a scene.
Scene
Use i-Function in PASM modes
When you use the iFn button on an iFn lens, you can manually select and adjust shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, ISO sensitivity, and white balance on the lens.
Press [iFn] on the lens to select a setting.
1
•
You can also scroll the jog dial to select a setting.
Half-press [Shutter] or press [o] to save.
5
Fully press [Shutter] to take the photo.
6
Available scene modes (for 20-50 lens) : Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children, Backlight, Landscape, Sunset, Dawn, Beach & Snow, Night
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Adjust the focus ring to select an option.
2
•
You can also rotate the navigation button to select an option.
Available options
Shooting mode P A S M
Shutter speed
--OO
Half-press [Shutter] or press [o] to save.
3
Fully press [Shutter] to take a photo.
4
Aperture value
Exposure value
White balance
ISO
To select items to appear when you press [iFn] on the lens in Shooting mode, press [m]
-O-O
OOO -
OOOO
OOOO
►
5 ► Lens i-Function ► an option ► Off or On.
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s Scene mode
In Scene mode, the camera selects the best settings for each type of scene.
You can select a desired scene by pressing [f] in Shooting mode.
Option Description
Sound picture: Add voice memos
before and after taking photos.
Beauty Shot: Hide facial imperfections
Portrait: Automatically detect and focus on human faces so that you can achieve clear, soft portraits
Option Description
Children: Make children appear more
noticeable by capturing their clothes and the background vividly
Sports: Capture fast moving subjects.
Backlight: Capture backlit subjects
Close Up: Capture detailed parts of
a subject or small subjects, such as flowers or insects
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Option Description
Text: Clearly capture text from printed
or electronic documents
Landscape: Capture still-life scenes and landscapes
Sunset: Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking reds and yellows
Dawn: Capture scenes at sunrise
Option Description
Night: Capture scenes at night or in
low lighting
Fireworks: Capture colorful fireworks at night
Beach & Snow: Reduce underexposed photos due to sunlight reflected from sand or snow
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v Movie mode
In Movie mode, you can shoot videos in High Definition (1280x720) and capture sound via the camera’s microphone.
In order to adjust the exposure level, you can select Program in the Movie AE Mode options menu so that the aperture value can be automatically set or select Aperture Priority to manually set the aperture value. While shooting a video, press [Depth Preview] once to activate the AF function.
Select Fader in the Movie AE Mode options menu to fade in or out a scene. You can also select Wind Cut to prevent some surrounding noise from being recorded and select Voice to mute or un-mute voice.
The camera lets you capture video files up to 25 minutes in length and saves the files in MP4(H.264) format.
•
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.
•
If you have the image stabilizer option on when shooting a movie, the camera may record the image stabilizer sound.
•
The zoom sound may be recorded if you use the zoom while recording a video.
•
If you remove the camera lens while recording a movie, the recording will be interrupted. Do not change the lens while recording.
•
If you change the shooting angle of the camera suddenly while shooting a movie, the camera may not be able to record images accurately. Use a tripod to minimize camera shake.
•
In Movie mode, the camera supports only the Multi AF function. You cannot use any other focus area setting functions, such as Face Detection AF.
•
When the size of a movie file exceeds 4GB, the camera automatically stops recording. If this occurs, continue shooting by starting a new movie file.
•
If you use a slow writing memory card, the recording of your movie can be interrupted because the card cannot process data at the rate the video is being shot. If this occurs, replace the card with a faster memory card or reduce the image size (for example, from 1280x720 to 640x480).
•
When formatting a memory card, always format using the camera. If you format on another camera or a PC, you can lose files on the card or cause a change in the capacity of the card.
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Available functions by shooting mode
For details about shooting functions, see Chapter 2.
Function Available in
Size (p. 50)
Quality (p. 51)
ISO (p. 52)
White Balance (p. 53)
Picture Wizard (p. 56)
Color Space (p. 57)
AF Mode (p. 58)
AF Area (p. 60)
AF Priority (p. 63)
MF Assist (p. 64)
Drive (Continuous/Burst/Timer/BKT) (p. 65)
Flash (p. 69)
P/A/S/M/i/s/ v*/t
P/A/S/M/i/s*/v P/A/S/M P/A/S/M/v P/A/S/M/v P/A/S/M/i/s/t P/A/S/M/i/s/v* P/A/S/M/i/s* P/A/S/M P/A/S/M/i/s/v/t P/A/S/M/i*/s*/
v*/t* P/A/S/M/i/s*/t
Function Available in
Exposure/focus lock (p. 76)
Noise Reduction (p. 90)
* Some functions are limited in these modes.
P/A/S/v P/A/S/M
Smart Range (p. 73)
Metering (p. 71)
OIS (p. 74)
AF Lamp (p. 90)
Exposure compensation (p. 75)
P/A/S/M P/A/S/M/v P/A/S/M/v P/A/S/M/i/s/v/t P/A/S/i/s/v
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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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Size

As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase. Select a low resolution for photos that will be displayed in a digital picture frame or uploaded to the web.
To set the size,
In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Photo Size or Movie Size
►
an option.
Photo size options
Icon Size Recommended for
14M 4592X3056 (3:2) Printing on A1 paper.
10M 3872X2592 (3:2) Printing on A2 paper.
Icon Size Recommended for
12M 4592X2584 (16:9)
8M 3872X2176 (16:9)
5M 3008X1688 (16:9)
2M 1920X1080 (16:9)
9M 3056X3056 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A2 paper.
6.7M 2592X2592 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A3 paper.
4M 2000X2000 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A4 paper.
1.6M 1280X1280 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A5 paper.
Printing on A1 paper or viewing on an HDTV.
Printing on A3 paper or viewing on an HDTV.
Printing on A4 paper or viewing on an HDTV.
Printing on A5 paper or viewing on an HDTV.
Video size options
Icon Size Recommended for
1280 (16:9) Viewing on an HDTV.
640 (4:3) Viewing on a TV.
320 (4:3) Uploading on the web.
6M 3008X2000 (3:2) Printing on A3 paper.
2M 1920X1280 (3:2) Printing on A5 paper.
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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 files are not transformed to the JPEG format and are stored in the memory without any changes.
RAW files have the file extension “SRW”. To adjust and calibrate exposures, white balances, tones, contrasts, and colors of the RAW files, or to convert them into JPEG or TIFF format, use the Samsung RAW Converter program found on the supplied CD-ROM. Ensure you have enough available memory to save photos in the RAW format.
To set the quality,
In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Quality ► an option.
Photo quality options
Option Format Description
Super Fine:
JPEG
• Compressed for the best quality.
• Recommended for printing in large size.
Option Format Description
Normal:
JPEG
RAW
RAW+JPEG
RAW+JPEG
RAW+JPEG
• Compressed for normal quality.
• Recommended for printing in small size or
uploading to the web.
RAW:
• Save a photo without data loss.
• Recommended for editing after shooting.
RAW + S.Fine: Save a photo in both the JPEG (S.Fine quality) and RAW format .
RAW + Fine: Save a photo in both the JPEG (Fine quality) and RAW format.
RAW + Normal: Save a photo in both the JPEG (Normal quality) and RAW format.
Video quality options
Option Extension Description
MP4(H.264) Normal: Record videos in normal quality.
MP4(H.264) HQ: Record videos in high quality.
JPEG
Fine:
• Compressed for better quality.
• Recommended for printing in normal size.
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ISO sensitivity

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 take photos in dim or dark places at faster shutter speeds. However, this may increase electronic noise and result in a grainy photo.
To set ISO sensitivity,
In Shooting mode, press [I] ► an option.
Expand ISO value
You can select higher ISO values up to ISO 6400.
To expand ISO value,
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 1 ► ISO Expansion
►
On.
Examples
•
Increase the ISO value in places where flash use is prohibited. You can take 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 over 3200. (p. 90)
ISO 100 ISO 400
ISO 800 ISO 3200
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White Balance (light source)

The color of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten, or adjust color temperature manually. You can also adjust color for the preset light sources so that the colors of the photo match the actual scene under mixed lighting conditions.
To set the white balance,
In Shooting mode, press [w] ► an option.
White balance options
Option 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 taken on cloudy days tend to be more bluish than on sunny days. This option offsets that effect.
Option Description
Fluorescent NW*: Select when shooting under a daylight
fluorescent lamp. Especially for white fluorescent light of very white hues with a temperature of about 5000K.
Fluorescent Daylight*: Select when shooting under a daylight
fluorescent lamp. Especially for white fluorescent light of slightly bluish hue with a temperature of about 6500K.
Tungsten*: Select when taking indoor photos under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps. Incandescent tungsten bulbs tend to have a reddish hue. This option offsets that effect.
Flash WB*: Select when using an optional flash.
Custom Set:
Use your pre-defined settings. You can manually set the white balance by shooting a white
sheet of paper. Fill the spot metering circle with the paper and set the white balance.
* These options can be customized.
Fluorescent White*: Select when shooting under a daylight
fluorescent lamp. Especially for white fluorescent light with a color temperature of about 4200K.
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Option Description
Color Temp.:
Manually adjust the color temperature of the light source. Color temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin
that indicates the specific type of light source. As the color temperature increases, the color distribution becomes cooler. Alternatively, as the color temperature decreases, the color distribution becomes warmer.
Clear sky
Fluorescent_H
Cloudy Daylight
Fuorescent_L
Halogen lamp
Tungsten
Candle light
Customize preset options
You can also customize preset white balance options. In Shooting mode, press [m] then press [f].
Back
►
WB Adjust
1 or 6 ► White Balance ► an option, and
Reset
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Examples
Auto WB Daylight
Fluorescent Daylight Tungsten
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Picture Wizard (photo styles)

Picture Wizard lets you apply different photo styles to your photo to create various looks and emotional moods. You can also create and save your own photo styles by adjusting color, saturation, sharpness, and contrast for each style.
There is no rule for which style is suitable in which conditions. Experiment with different styles and find your own settings.
To set a photo style,
In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Picture Wizard ► 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 [F] and adjust color, saturation, sharpness, or contrast.
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Color Space

Digital imaging devices such as digital cameras, monitors, and printers have their own methods for representing colors, which are called color spaces.
Your camera lets you select two color spaces: sRGB or Adobe RGB.
sRGB is widely used for creating colors on PC monitors and is also the standard color space for Exif. sRGB is recommended for regular images and images you intend to publish on the Internet.
Adobe RGB is used for commercial printing and has a larger color range than sRGB. Its wider range of colors helps you to easily edit photos on a computer. Note that individual programs are generally compatible with a limited number of color spaces. If you open an image in a program that is not compatible with the image’s color space, the colors will appear lighter.
Adobe RGB
sRGB
To set the color space,
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 1 ► Color Space ► an option.
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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 difficult to focus. Select an appropriate focusing mode for such instances.
If your lens has an AF/MF switch, set the switch to MF to adjust the focus manually. When your lens has no AF/MF switch, press [F] to select a desired AF mode.
Single AF
Single AF is appropriate for shooting a still subject. When you press [Shutter] halfway, the focus fixes in the focus area. The area turns green when the focus is achieved.
To set the auto focus mode,
In Shooting mode, press [F] ► an option.
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Continuous AF
While you are pressing [Shutter] halfway, the camera continues to automatic focusing. Once the focus area is fixed on the subject, the subject is always in focus even when moving. This mode is recommended for shooting a person on a bicycle, a running dog, or a car racing scene.
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 magnified or the focus aid bar appears to help you achieve a clear focus. This mode is recommended for shooting an object similar in color to the background, a night scene, or fireworks.
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AF Area

The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area.
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 [f] ► AF Area ► an option.
Selection AF
You can set the focus on an area you want. Apply an out-of-focus effect to make the subject more distinguishable.
The focus on the photo below was repositioned and resized so that it fits the subject’s face.
AF Zoom Move
To resize or move the focus area, in Shooting mode, press [o].
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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], the camera displays the focus areas in green 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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Self-Portrait AF
It can be difficult to check whether your face is in focus when you are taking a self-portrait. When this function is on, the focus distance is set to close-up and the beep from the camera gets faster when in focus.
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AF Priority

The camera takes a shot only if the focus is set correctly when you press [Shutter].
Turn on this function to always get a properly focused photo. Turn it off to take a photo regardless of focus.
To set the focus priority,
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 2 ► AF Priority ► an option.
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MF Assist

In the manual focus (MF) mode, you have to rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus manually. When you set the MF Assist function, you can achieve a clearer focus. This function is only available on a lens that supports manual focus.
To set the manual focus assist,
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 2 or 7 ► MF Assist
►
an option.
Option Description
Off
Enlarge*
FA
Do not use the function.
The focus area is magnified when you rotate the focus ring.
The focus aid bar rises as the focus improves, when you rotate the focus ring.
* Default
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Drive (shooting method)

You can set the shooting method such as Continuous, Burst, Timer and so on.
Select Single to capture one photo at a time. Select Continuous or
Burst to shoot fast moving subjects. Select AE BKT, WB BKT or P Wiz BKT to adjust exposure, white balance, or apply Picture Wizard effects. You can also select Timer to take a photo of yourself.
To set the shooting method,
In Shooting mode, press [C] ► an option.
Single
Capture one photo whenever you press [Shutter]. Recommended for general conditions.
Continuous
Continuously capture photos while you are pressing [Shutter]. You can take up to 3 shots per second.
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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. Recommended for shooting the rapid motion of fast moving subjects such as racing cars.
To set the number of shots, press [m] ► 2 ► Drive ► Burst, and then press [f].
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, press [m] ► 2 ► Drive ► Timer, and then press [f].
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AE BKT
When you press [Shutter], the camera takes 3 consecutive shots: the original, one a step darker, and one a step lighter. Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos as the camera takes three shots continuously. You can adjust the settings in BKT Set menu.
Exposure -2
Original
Exposure +2
WB BKT
When you press [Shutter], the camera takes 3 consecutive shots: the original and two more with different white balance settings. The original photo is taken when you press [Shutter]. The other two are automatically adjusted according to the white balance you have set. You can adjust the settings in BKT Set menu.
WB-2
Original
WB+2
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P Wiz BKT
When you press [Shutter], the camera takes three consecutive shots, each with a different Picture Wizard setting. The camera takes a shot and applies the three Picture Wizard options you have set to the image taken. You can select three different settings in BKT Set menu.
Vivid
Standard
Retro
BKT Set
You can set up the options for AE BKT, WB BKT, P Wiz BKT.
To set a bracketing option,
Option Description
AE BKT Set
WB BKT Set
P Wiz BKT Set
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 3 ► BKT Set ► an option.
Set the order and the area of bracket.
• BKT Order: Set the order in which the camera
takes the original, lighter, and darker shot (represented by 0, +, and -).
• BKT Area: Set the exposure range of the
3 AE BKT shots.
Adjust the white balance interval range of the 3 WB BKT shots.
For example, AB-/+3 adjusts the Amber value plus or minus three steps. MG-/+3 adjusts the Magenta value the same amount.
Select 3 Picture Wizard settings the camera uses to take the 3 P Wiz BKT shots.
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Flash

In order to take a realistic photo of a subject, the amount of light should be constant. When the light source varies, you can use an optional flash and supply a constant amount of light. Select appropriate settings according to a light source and a subject.
To set flash options,
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 2 ► Flash ► an option.
Flash options
Option Description
Off: Do not use the flash.
Smart Flash: The camera automatically adjusts the brightness
of the flash according to the amount of light in the surrounding environment.
Auto: The flash automatically fires in dark places.
Auto + Red: The flash automatically fires and prevents red-eyes.
Fill in: The flash fires whenever you take a photo.
Option Description
1st Curtain: The flash fires
immediately after the shutter opens. The camera captures a photo of a subject earlier in an action sequence clearly.
2nd Curtain: The flash fires just before the shutter closes. The camera captures a photo of a subject later in an action sequence clearly.
•
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
•
There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time.
•
You can use the flash and adjust the amount of light only when you use the NX exclusive external flash.
Use only Samsung-approved flashes. Using incompatible flashes may damage your camera.
Ball moving direction
Ball moving direction
Fill-in Red: The flash fires whenever you take a photo and prevents red-eyes.
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Correct the red-eye effect
If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Fill-in Red.
Without red-eye correction With red-eye correction
Adjust the flash intensity
Adjust the flash intensity to avoid overexposure or underexposure. You can adjust it by ± 2 levels. Press [f] to set the intensity.
To set the flash intensity,
Flash Exposure Value
Back Reset
To set the flash intensity, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 2
►
Flash ► an option ► [f].
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Metering

The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light.
The camera measures the amount of light in a scene, and in many of its modes, uses the measurement to adjust various settings. For example, if a subject looks darker than its actual color, the camera takes an overexposed photo of it. If a subject looks lighter than its actual color, the camera takes an underexposed photo of it.
The brightness and overall mood of the photo can also be affected by how the camera measures the amount of light. Select an appropriate setting for a shooting condition.
To set a metering option,
In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Metering ► an option.
Spot
The Spot mode calculates the amount of light in the center. When you take a photo in conditions where there is a strong backlight behind a subject, the camera adjusts the exposure so as to shoot a subject correctly. For example, when you select the Multi mode in a strong backlight condition, the camera calculates that the overall amount of light is abundant, which results in a darker photo. The Spot mode can prevent this situation as it calculates the amount of light in a designated area.
The subject is in bright color while the background is dark. The Spot mode is recommended for a situation like this where a huge difference in the exposure exists between a subject and a background.
Link AE to AF Point
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 either Spot metering or Multi metering, and Selection AF.
To set this function,
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 3 ► Link AE to AF Point
►
an option.
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Center-weighted
The Center-weighted mode calculates a broader area than the Spot mode does. It sums up the amount of light in the center portion of the shot (60 ~ 80%) and that of the rest of the shot (20 ~ 40%). It is recommended for situations where there is a slight difference in brightness between a subject and a background or an area of the subject is large compared to the overall composition of the photo.
Multi
The Multi mode calculates the amount of light in multiple areas. When light is sufficient or insufficient, the camera adjusts the exposure by averaging the overall brightness of the scene. This mode is suitable for general photos.
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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 Range options,
In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Smart Range ► an option.
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OIS
Use the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) function to minimize camera shake. OIS may not be available with some lenses.
Came shake tends to occur in dark places or when shooting indoors. In such cases, the camera uses slower shutter speeds in order to increase the amount of light taken in, which can result in a blurry photo. You can prevent this situation by turning on the OIS switch.
This function is only available when your lens has an OIS switch and you have turned the switch.
To set OIS options,
In Shooting mode, press [f] ► OIS ► an option.
OIS options
Option Description
Mode 1: The OIS function is applied only when you press the
shutter in full or half.
Mode 2: The OIS function is always on.
Without OIS correction With OIS correction
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Exposure Compensation

The camera automatically sets the exposure by measuring the levels of light from the photo’s composition and the position of a subject. If the exposure set by the camera is higher or lower than you expected, you can adjust the exposure value manually. The exposure value is adjustable in ±3 increments. The camera displays the exposure warning in red for each step beyond ±3 range.
To adjust the exposure value, hold down [W] and scroll left or right on the jog dial.
You can check the exposure value by the position of the exposure level indicator.
Exposure warning Standard exposure index
Exposure level indicator
Decreased exposure
(darker)
-2
Original
Increased exposure (brighter)
+2
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Exposure/Focus Lock

When you cannot achieve an appropriate exposure because of a strong color contrast or you want to take a photo on which the subject is out of the auto focus area, lock the focus or exposure and then take a photo.
After locking the exposure or focus, aim the lens where you desire, and press [Shutter].
To lock the exposure or focus, adjust the photo’s composition on which you want to focus or calculate the exposure, and then press [E].
You can change the function assigned to the button to focus lock, or both of them. A function executed by half-pressing [Shutter] varies according to the function assigned to [E]. (p. 92)
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Video functions

The functions available for video are explained below.
Movie AE Mode
Set the aperture value for shooting a movie.
To set movie aperture options,
Option Description
Program: The aperture value is adjusted automatically.
Aperture Priority: Set the aperture value manually before
recording a video. Rotate the navigation button to adjust the aperture value.
In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Movie AE Mode ► an option.
Fader
You can fade in or fade out a scene using the fader function on the camera without having to do it on a PC. Use the function appropriately and add dramatic effects on your videos.
To set fader options,
Option Description
Off:
Fader function not used.
In:
Scene gradually fades in.
Out:
Scene gradually fades out.
In-out:
scene.
In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Fader ► an option.
The fader function is applied at the start and end of the
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Wind Cut
When you record videos in noisy environments, unintended sounds can be recorded in videos. In particular, severe wind noise recorded in videos distracts you from enjoying your videos. Use the Wind Cut function to remove some surrounding noise in addition to wind noise.
To set Wind Cut options,
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 8 ► Wind Cut
►
an option.
Auto Focus
While recording a movie, press [Depth Preview] once to activate the AF function and once again to cancel the function. This function may not work depending on the lens you are using.
Voice
Sometimes, a muted video is more appealing than the one with sound. Turn the voice off to record a muted video.
To set voice options,
In Shooting mode, press [f] ► Voice ► an option.
Depth preview
button
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Chapter 3

Playback/Editing

Learn about how to play back and edit photos and videos.
Refer to chapter 5 for editing files on a PC.
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Search and manage files
Learn how to search photos and videos quickly through the thumbnail view and to protect and delete files.
View photos
Press [y].
1
•
The most recent file you captured will be displayed.
Rotate the navigation button or press [C/w] to scroll
2
through files.
Mode
Metering
Flash
Focal Length
White Balance
Picture Wizard
EVC
Photo Size
Date
View image thumbnails
In order to search for photos and videos you want, convert to the thumbnail view. The thumbnail view displays up to 20 images at a time so that you can easily look through items you wish to find. You can also classify and display files by their type, day recorded, and week recorded.
Filter
Scroll the jog dial left to display 9 or 20 thumbnails.
Scroll the jog dial right to return to the previous mode.
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View files by category in Smart Album
In the thumbnail view, press [m].
1
Select a category and press [o].
2
Option Description
Type
Date
Week
Location
View files by the file type such as photo, video, or photo with a voice memo.
View files by the date they were saved.
View files by the week they were saved.
View file by the place they were saved. (Only the photos captured with a GPS module have the location information.)
Protect files
Protect your files from accidental deletion.
In Playback mode, select a file and press [ ].
Delete files
Delete files in Playback mode and secure more space on your memory card. Protected files are not deleted.
Delete a single file
You can select a single file and delete it.
In playback mode, select a file and press [ ].
1
Select Yes .
2
•
To unprotect the file, press [ ] again.
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Delete multiple files
You can select multiple files and delete them.
In Playback mode, press [ ] ► Multiple Delete.
1
•
Alternatively, in Playback mode, press [m]
►
Select.
Rotate the navigation button or press [C/w], select files
2
you want to delete and press [o].
•
Press [o] again to cancel your selection.
Press [ ].
3
Select Yes .
4
►
► Delete
Delete all files
You can delete all files on the memory card at once.
In Playback mode, press [m].
1
Select ► Delete ► All.
2
Select Yes .
3
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View photos

Enlarge a photo
You can enlarge photos when viewing them in Playback mode. You can also use the Trim function to extract the portion of the image displayed on the screen and save it as a new file.
Magnified area
Magnification (the maximum magnification may differ by resolution)
Full Image
In Playback mode, turn the jog dial right to enlarge a photo.
Turn the jog dial left to reduce a photo.
To Do this
Move magnified area
Trim the enlarged image
Return to the original image
Trim
Press [F, I, C, w]. Press [f]. (saved as a new file) Press [o].
Start a slide show
You can view photos in a slide show, apply various effects to the slide show, and play background music.
In Playback mode, press [m].
1
Select .
2
Select a slide show effect option.
3
•
Skip to step 4 to start a slide show with no effects.
Option Description
Set the photos you want to view as a slide show.
• All: View all photos in a slide show.
• Date: View photos captured on a specific date in
Images
Effect
Interval
Music
a slide show.
• Select: View selected photos in a slide show.
• Sound picture: View voice recorded photos in a
slide show.
• Select a transition effect.
• Select Off for no effects.
Select the amount of time each photo is displayed.
Play background music.
You can scroll through files by rotating the navigation button, even when a photo is enlarged.
Select Slide Show ► Play.
4
•
Slide show begins right away.
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Highlight
This function identifies the parts of a photo that are excessively bright. When you view a photo with highlight on, the excessively bright areas of the photo blink in blue.
Original Highlighted
To set highlight options,
In Playback mode, press [m] ► x ► Highlight ► an option.
Auto Rotate
With Auto Rotate on, the camera automatically rotates photos you have taken vertically so they fit the screen horizontally.
To set auto rotate options,
In Playback mode, press [m] ► x ► Auto Rotate ► an option.
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Play a video

You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video.
Movie Size
Date
Pause Stop
Video viewing controls
To Do this
Press [C].
Rewind
Pause/Play
Fast forward
Scan backward in 2X, 4X, and 8X increments each time you press [C].
Press [o]. Press [w].
Scan forward in 2X, 4X, and 8X increments each time you press [w].
Trim a video during playback
Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to
1
begin.
When paused, press [ ].
2
Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to
3
end.
When paused, press [ ].
4
Select Yes .
5
The cut file is saved as a separate file under a new name.
Volume control
Stop
Scroll the jog dial left or right. Press [F].
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Capture an image during playback
Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still
1
image.
Press [I].
2
•
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.
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Edit a photo

Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red­eye effects, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. Edited photos are saved as new files under different file names.
To set Image Edit options,
In Playback mode, press [m] ► z ► Image Edit ► an option.
Options
* Default
Option Description
Red-eye Fix: Remove red-eyes on a photo. (Off*, On)
Backlight: Correct the brightness of an underexposed photo.
(Off*, On)
Before correction After correction
* Default
Option Description
Photo Style Selector: Apply various photo styles to photos.
Off* Soft Vivid
Forest Autumn Misty
Gloomy Classic
Resize: Resize the size of a photo. (Off*, 10M, 6M, 2M)
Available resolutions may differ depending on the size of the selected photo.
Rotate: Rotate a photo. (Off*, Right 90°, Left 90°, 180°, Horizontal, Vertical)
The new file may be smaller than the original.
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Option Description
Face Retouch: Hide facial imperfections. (Off*, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3)
Smart Filter: Apply various filter effects to photos and create
unique images.
Off* Vignetting Miniature
Fish-Eye Sketch Defog
* Default
Halftone Dots Soft Focus
The new file may be smaller than the original.
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Chapter 4

Camera settings menu

Learn about the user settings and general settings menu.
You can adjust the settings to better suit your needs and preferences.
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User settings

You can set the user environment with these settings.
To set user options,
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► u ► an option.
ISO Step
You can set the size for the ISO sensitivity by either 1/3 or 1 step.
Auto ISO Range
You can set the maximum ISO value under which each EV step is chosen when you set the ISO Auto.
* Default
Option Value
1 Step
1/3 Step
ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800*, ISO 1600
ISO 125, ISO 160, ISO 200, ISO 250, ISO 320, ISO 400, ISO 500, ISO 640, ISO 800*, ISO 1000, ISO 1250, ISO 1600
Noise Reduction
Use the Noise Reduction to reduce the visual noise in photos.
* Default
Option Description
This function reduces noise that may occur when
High ISO NR
Long Term NR
you set a high ISO sensitivity of more than 3200. (Off, On*)
This function reduces noise when you set the camera for a long exposure (over 1 second). (Off, On*)
AF Lamp
When shooting in dark places, turn the AF assist light on in order to have a better auto focus. The Auto Focus functions more accurately in dark places when the AF assist light is on.
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User Display
You can add or remove shooting information from the display.
1
2
3
No. Description
1
2
3
Icons
Set the shooting options icons on the display on or off.
Grid Line Set the grid on the display on or off. (Off*, 2 X 2, 3 X 3, +, X)
Histogram
Set the histogram on the display on or off.
About histogram A histogram is a graph that shows the brightness distribution of
a photo. A histogram inclined to the left indicates a dark photo. A histogram inclined to the right indicates a bright photo. The height of the graph is related to color information. The graph gets higher if a specific color is more common.
Insufficient exposure Balanced exposure Excessive exposure
* Default
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Key Mapping
You can change the function assigned to the AEL and Preview buttons.
* Default
Button Function
You can set the AEL button’s function. The AEL and AFL functions save the exposure value or focus area respectively when a photo is taken.
You can choose among three settings for the [E] button:
• AEL*, which executes the auto exposure lock function.
AEL
Preview
When AEL is on, half-pressing the shutter button executes the auto focus lock function.
• AFL, which executes the auto focus lock function.
When AFL is on, half-pressing the shutter button executes the auto exposure lock function.
• AEL + AFL, which executes the auto exposure and
focus lock functions together.
You can assign one of the following functions to the Depth Preview button:
• One Touch WB (White Balance), which executes the
Custom White Balance function.
• Optical Preview*, which executes the Depth of Field
Preview function for the current aperture value. (p. 19)
• One Touch RAW+, which activates or deactivates the
RAW+JPEG feature.
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Setting 1

Learn about the menu items of the Setting 1.
To set Setting 1 options,
Item Description
Format
Reset
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► [ ► an option.
Format the memory card. Formatting prepares a memory card for use in the camera and deletes all existing files including protected files. (No, Yes)
Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by another brand of camera, a memory card reader, or a computer. Please format memory cards in the camera before using them to capture photos.
Reset the setup menu and shooting options to the factory defaults. (Date, time, language, and video output settings do not change.) (No, Yes)
Set the method of creating file names.
• Standard*: SAM_XXXX.JPG(sRGB)/
_SAMXXXX.JPG(Adobe RGB)
• Date:
- sRGB files - MMDDxxxx.JPG. For example, for a photo
File Name
taken on Jan. 01, the file name would be 0101xxxx.jpg.
- AdobeRGB files - MDDxxxx.JPG for the months Jan
through Sept. For the months Oct through Dec, the month number is replaced by the letters A (Oct.), B (Nov.) and C (Dec.). For example, for a photo taken on Feb. 03, the file name would be 203xxxx.jpg. For a photo taken on Oct. 05, the file name would be A05xxxx.jpg.
* Default
Item Description
Set the method of numbering files and folders.
• Series*: New file numbers continue the existing number
sequence, even if you have installed a new memory card, formatted the card, or deleted all photos.
• Reset: After using the reset function, the next file name
is started at 0001.
•
File Number
•
•
•
•
•
Set the type of folder.
Folder Type
• Standard*: XXXPHOTO
• Date: XXX_MMDD
Language
Select the language the camera shows on the display.
* Default
The first folder name is 100PHOTO, if you have selected the sRGB color space and Standard file naming, the first file name is SAM_0001.
File name numbers are increased by 1 from SAM_0001 to SAM_9999.
Folder numbers are increased by 1 from 100PHOTO to 999PHOTO.
The maximum number of files that can be saved in one folder is 9999.
File numbers are assigned according to DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) specifications.
If you change a file name (for example, on a computer), the camera will not be able to play the file.
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Setting 2

Learn about the menu items of the Setting 2.
To set Setting 2 options,
Item Description
Quickview
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► ] ► an option.
Set the Quick View time length – the amount of time the camera displays a photo immediately after you take it. (Off, 1 sec*, 3 sec, 5 sec, Hold)
Adjust the display brightness, auto brightness setting, or display color.
• Display Brightness: You can adjust the display
brightness by rotating the navigation button or using
Display Adjust
[F/I].
• Auto Brightness: Turn auto brightness on or off. (Off,
On*)
• Display Color: You can adjust the display color by
rotating the navigation button and using [F/I/ C/w].
Set the display off time. The display turns off if you do not
Display Save
use the camera for the time you set. (Off, 0.5 min*, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 10 min)
* Default
Item Description
Set power shut off time. The camera shuts off if you do not use it for the time you set. (0.5 min, 1 min*, 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, 30 min)
Power Save
•
•
Set date, time, date format, time zone and whether to imprint the date on photos. (Type, Date, Time Zone, Time, Imprint)
•
Date & Time
•
•
• System Volume: Set the sound volume or turn all
sound off entirely. (Off, Low, Medium*, High)
Sound
• AF Sound: Set the sound the camera makes in AF
mode on or off. (Off, On*)
• Button Sound: Set the sound the camera makes when
you press buttons on or off. (Off, On*)
* Default
The camera retains the power-off time setting even if you replace the battery.
Power save may not work if the camera is connected to a computer, TV, or printer, playing a slide show or movie.
The date and time are displayed either in 12h or 24h format.
The date appears on the lower right side of the photo.
When you print a photo, some printers may not print the date appropriately.
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Setting 3

Learn about the menu items of the Setting 3.
To set Setting 3 options,
Item Description
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► \ ► an option.
• Sensor Cleaning: Remove dust from the sensor.
• Start-Up Action: When on, the camera performs
sensor cleaning each time you turn it on. (Off*, On)
Sensor Cleaning
Select the video output signal appropriate for your country when connecting the camera to an external video device such as a monitor or TV.
As this product uses interchangeable lenses, the sensor can get dust on it when you change lenses. This can lead to dust particles appearing in the photos you take. It is recommended not to change lenses when you are in a particularly dusty area. Also, make sure to attach the lens cap to the lens when not using it.
• NTSC*: US, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico
Video Out
• PAL (Supports only PAL B, D, G, H, or I):Australia,
Austria, Belgium, China, Holland, Finland, Germany, England, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Norway
* Default
Item Description
When you connect the camera to an HDTV that supports Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC), you can control the play function of
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
the camera with the TV remote control.
• Off: You cannot control the play function of camera
with the TV remote control.
• On*: You can control the play function of camera with
the TV remote control.
When you connect the camera to an HDTV with an HDMI cable, you can change the resolution of the image.
• NTSC: Auto*, 1080i, 720p, 480p
HDMI Size
• PAL: Auto*, 1080i, 720p, 576p
If the connected HDTV does not support the resolution you select, the camera sets the resolution one level lower.
* Default
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Camera settings menu > Setting 3
Item Description
Display the firmware version of the camera body and lens, and update the firmware.
• Body Firmware: Update the firmware of the camera
body.
• Lens Firmware: Update the firmware of the lens.
•
You can download firmware upgrades from
Firmware Update
www.samsungimaging.com or www.samsung.com.
•
You cannot run a firmware upgrade without a fully charged the battery. Recharge the battery fully before running a firmware upgrade or attach the adapter to provide power (optional).
•
If you update the firmware, user settings values will be reset. (Date, time, language, video out will not change.)
•
Do not turn the camera off while the update is in progress.
* Default
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Camera settings menu

Setting 4

Learn about the menu items of the Setting 4. You should purchase an optional GPS accessory in order to use the GPS function.
To set Setting 4 options,
Item Description
GeoTagging
GPS Valid Time Settings
Location Display
GPS Reset
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 4 ► an option.
Set to take photos with location information using the Global Positioning System (GPS). Location information is added to the Exif data associated with the photo. (Off, On*)
Set the time to use the last location information when the camera fails to receive GPS signals. (15 sec*, 30 sec, 1 min, 3 min, 10 min, 30 min)
Set to display the location information on the top right screen of Shooting mode. The location information will appear in Korean only when you are in Korea and the display language is set to Korean. When another language is set, the location information will appear in English. (Off, On*)
Set to search for GPS satellites closest to your current position. (No, Yes)
* Default
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Camera settings menu

Setting 5

Learn about the menu items of the Setting 5.
To set Setting 5 options,
Item Description
Distortion Correct
Lens i-Function
In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 5 ► an option.
Correct lens distortion that might occur from lenses. This feature may not be available with some lenses. (Off*, On)
Set the functions to be displayed when you press [iFn] on an iFn lens.
• WB: Off, On*
• ISO: Off, On*
* Default
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Chapter 5

Connect to external devices

Make full use of the camera by connecting it to external devices such as a computer, TV, or photo printer.
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