Samsung EV-NX30ZZBGBUS Product manual
USER
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ENG This user manual includes detailed usage instructions
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Health and safety information
Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid
dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.
Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself
or others
Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera.
You can damage the camera and expose yourself to the risk of an electric
shock.
Do not use your camera near ammable or explosive gases
and liquids.
This may cause a re or explosion.
Do not insert ammable materials into the camera or store
these materials near the camera.
This may cause a re or electric shock.
Do not handle your camera with wet hands.
This may result in an electric shock.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight.
Do not use the ash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or
animals. If you use the ash too close to your subject’s eyes, this can cause
temporary or permanent eyesight damage.
Keep your camera away from small children and pets.
Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children
and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed.
Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well.
Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high
temperatures for an extended period of time.
Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause
permanent damage to your camera’s internal components.
Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes.
The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a re.
Do not handle the power supply cord or the charger during a
thunderstorm.
This may result in an electric shock.
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Health and safety information
If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately
disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger,
and then contact a Samsung service center.
Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera
in a certain area.
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Avoid interference with other electronic devices.
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Turn o the camera when in an aircraft. Your camera can cause
interference with aircraft equipment. Follow all airline regulations and
turn o your camera when directed by airline personnel.
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Turn o the camera near medical equipment. Your camera can interfere
with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all
regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel.
Avoid interference with pacemakers.
Maintain a safe distance between this camera and all pacemakers to
avoid potential interference, as recommended by the manufacturer and
research groups. If you have any reason to suspect that your camera is
interfering with a pacemaker or other medical device, turn o the camera
immediately and contact the manufacturer of the pacemaker or medical
device for guidance.
Caution—situations that could cause damage to your
camera or other equipment
Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an
extended period of time.
Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious
damage to your camera.
Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended,
Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Do not damage or heat the
battery.
Inauthentic, damaged, or heated batteries may cause a re or personal
injury.
Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables, and
accessories.
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Using unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories can cause
batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury.
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Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by
unapproved batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories.
Use the battery only for its intended purpose.
Misusing the battery may cause a re or electric shock.
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Health and safety information
Do not touch the ash while it res.
The ash is very hot when red and may burn your skin.
When you use the AC charger, turn o the camera before you
disconnect the power to the AC charger.
Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.
Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use.
Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.
Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet
when you charge batteries.
This may cause a re or electric shock.
Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/terminals on the battery.
This may cause a re or electric shock.
Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts.
Doing so may damage the screen or external or internal components.
Exercise caution when you connect cables and install batteries
and memory cards.
If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly
install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors,
and accessories.
Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case.
Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased.
Never use a damaged battery, or memory card.
This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a re.
Do not place the camera in or near magnetic elds.
Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction.
Do not use the camera if the screen is damaged.
If the glass or acrylic parts are broken, visit a Samsung service center to
have the camera repaired.
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Health and safety information
Check that the camera is operating properly before use.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of les or damage
that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.
You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your
camera.
If the cable is reversed, it may damage your les. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any loss of data.
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.
This may discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
If the camera overheats, remove the battery and allow it to
cool down.
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Prolonged usage of the camera may overheat the battery and raise
the internal temperature of the camera. If the camera stops operating,
remove the battery and allow it to cool down.
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High internal temperatures may result in noise in your photos. This is
normal and does not aect your camera’s overall performance.
Avoid interference with other electronic devices.
Your camera emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere
with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as
pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in
homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices
to solve any interference problems you experience. To prevent unwanted
interference, use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories.
Use your camera in the normal position.
Avoid contact with your camera’s internal antenna.
Data transference and your responsibilities
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Data transferred via WLAN could be leaked, so avoid transferring
sensitive data in public areas or on open networks.
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The camera manufacturer is not liable for any data transfers that infringe
on copyrights, trademarks, intellectual property laws, or public decency
ordinances.
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Tips
Concepts in Photography
Shooting postures....................................................................................... 13
Holding the camera ..................................................................................................... 13
Standing photography ............................................................................................... 13
Crouching photography ............................................................................................ 14
Using the display ..........................................................................................................14
Low-angle shot .............................................................................................................. 15
High-angle shot .............................................................................................................15
Aperture ........................................................................................................ 16
Aperture value and the depth of eld .................................................................. 17
Shutter speed ............................................................................................... 18
ISO sensitivity .............................................................................................. 19
How the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity control
exposure ....................................................................................................... 20
Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective ................ 21
Depth of eld ............................................................................................... 22
What controls out-of-focus eects? ....................................................................... 22
DOF preview ................................................................................................................... 24
Composition ................................................................................................. 24
Rule of Thirds .................................................................................................................. 24
Photos with two subjects ..........................................................................................25
Flash ............................................................................................................... 26
Flash guide number ..................................................................................................... 26
Bounce Photography .................................................................................................. 27
Chapter 1
My Camera
Getting started ............................................................................................ 29
Unpacking.................................................................................................................... 29
Camera layout .............................................................................................. 30
Adjusting the viewnder angle and the diopter .............................................. 33
Using the DIRECT LINK button ................................................................................ 33
Inserting the battery and memory card ................................................. 34
Removing the battery and memory card ........................................................... 34
Using the memory card adapter ............................................................................. 34
Charging the battery and turning on your camera .............................. 35
Charging the battery................................................................................................ 35
Turning on your camera ......................................................................................... 35
Performing the initial setup ...................................................................... 36
Selecting functions (options) ................................................................... 38
Selecting with buttons ............................................................................................ 38
Selecting by touch .................................................................................................... 38
Using m .............................................................................................................. 39
E.g. Selecting the photo size in P mode ............................................................. 39
Using the Smart panel ............................................................................................. 40
E.g. Adjust the exposure value in P mode ......................................................... 40
Using iFn ....................................................................................................................... 41
Using the iFn standard function ............................................................................. 42
Using the iFn plus function ...................................................................................... 44
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Display icons ................................................................................................ 45
In Shooting mode ..................................................................................................... 45
Capturing photos ........................................................................................................ 45
Recording videos ......................................................................................................... 46
About the level gauge ............................................................................................... 46
In Playback mode ...................................................................................................... 47
Viewing photos ............................................................................................................ 47
Playing videos ............................................................................................................... 47
Changing the information displayed ................................................................. 48
Viewing the notication panel ............................................................................. 48
Lenses ............................................................................................................ 49
Lens layout ................................................................................................................... 49
Locking or unlocking the lens ................................................................................. 50
Lens markings ............................................................................................................ 52
Accessories ................................................................................................... 53
External ash layout ................................................................................................. 53
Connecting the external ash ................................................................................. 54
Shooting modes .......................................................................................... 55
t Smart Auto mode ..................................................................................... 55
P Program mode ....................................................................................................... 57
Program Shift ................................................................................................................ 58
Minimum shutter speed ............................................................................................ 58
A Aperture Priority mode ..................................................................................... 59
S Shutter Priority mode.......................................................................................... 60
M Manual mode ....................................................................................................... 61
Using Framing Mode .................................................................................................. 61
Using the Bulb function ............................................................................................ 62
T U Custom mode ............................................................................................... 63
Saving custom modes ................................................................................................ 63
Selecting custom modes .......................................................................................... 63
Deleting custom modes ............................................................................................ 64
i Lens Priority mode ............................................................................................. 64
s Smart mode ......................................................................................................... 66
Using the Best Face mode ........................................................................................ 68
Capturing panoramic photos .................................................................................. 69
Using the Smart Jump Shot mode ........................................................................ 71
Recording a video ..................................................................................................... 72
3D mode ....................................................................................................................... 73
Available functions by shooting mode ............................................................. 75
Chapter 2
Shooting Functions
Size and Resolution .................................................................................... 77
Photo size ..................................................................................................................... 77
Quality ........................................................................................................................... 78
ISO sensitivity .............................................................................................. 79
OLED Color ................................................................................................... 80
White Balance .............................................................................................. 81
Customizing preset White Balance options ....................................................... 82
Picture Wizard (photo styles) .................................................................... 83
AF mode ........................................................................................................ 84
Single AF ....................................................................................................................... 85
Continuous AF ............................................................................................................ 85
Manual focus ............................................................................................................... 86
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AF area ........................................................................................................... 87
Selection AF ................................................................................................................ 87
Multi AF ......................................................................................................................... 88
Face Detection AF ..................................................................................................... 88
Self-Portrait AF ........................................................................................................... 89
Touch AF ........................................................................................................ 90
Touch AF ....................................................................................................................... 90
AF Point ......................................................................................................................... 90
Tracking AF .................................................................................................................. 90
One touch shot .......................................................................................................... 91
Focus assist ................................................................................................... 92
MF Assist ....................................................................................................................... 92
Focus Peaking ............................................................................................................. 93
DMF (Direct Manual Focus) .................................................................................. 93
Setting DMF responsiveness ................................................................................... 93
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) ............................................................. 94
Drive (shooting method) ........................................................................... 95
Single ............................................................................................................................. 96
Continuous .................................................................................................................. 96
Burst ............................................................................................................................... 97
Timer .............................................................................................................................. 97
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE Bracket) ............................................................. 98
White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket) ............................................................ 98
Picture Wizard Bracketing (P Wiz Bracket) ........................................................ 99
Depth Bracketing ..................................................................................................... 99
Bracket Settings ......................................................................................................... 99
Interval Capture ......................................................................................... 100
Flash ............................................................................................................. 101
Reducing the red-eye eect ............................................................................... 102
Using the built-in ash ......................................................................................... 102
Adjusting the ash intensity .............................................................................. 103
Flash settings ........................................................................................................... 104
Setting external ash ............................................................................................... 104
Setting wireless sync for internal or external ash ........................................ 105
Metering ...................................................................................................... 106
Multi ............................................................................................................................ 106
Center-weighted .................................................................................................... 107
Spot ............................................................................................................................. 107
Measuring the exposure value of the focus area ......................................... 108
Dynamic Range ......................................................................................... 109
Smart Filter ................................................................................................. 110
Exposure compensation .......................................................................... 111
Viewing the overexposure guide ......................................................................... 111
Exposure/Focus lock ................................................................................. 112
Exposure/Focus separation ..................................................................... 113
Video functions ......................................................................................... 114
Movie size.................................................................................................................. 114
Movie quality ........................................................................................................... 114
Multi Motion ............................................................................................................ 115
DIS (Anti-Shake) ...................................................................................................... 115
Fader ........................................................................................................................... 116
Voice ............................................................................................................................ 116
Wind Cut .................................................................................................................... 116
Mic Level .................................................................................................................... 117
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Chapter 3
Playback/Editing
Searching and managing les ................................................................ 119
Viewing photos ....................................................................................................... 119
Viewing image thumbnails ................................................................................. 119
Viewing les by category .................................................................................... 120
Viewing les as a folder ........................................................................................ 121
Protecting les ........................................................................................................ 122
Lock/Unlock all les .................................................................................................. 122
Deleting les ............................................................................................................ 123
Deleting a single le ................................................................................................. 123
Deleting multiple les .............................................................................................. 123
Deleting all les .......................................................................................................... 123
Viewing photos .......................................................................................... 124
Enlarging a photo .................................................................................................. 124
Viewing a slide show ............................................................................................. 124
Viewing the overexposure guide ..................................................................... 125
Viewing interval shots .......................................................................................... 125
Auto rotating ........................................................................................................... 125
Playing videos ............................................................................................ 126
Scanning backward or forward ......................................................................... 126
Adjusting the brightness of a video ................................................................ 127
Adjusting the volume of a video ...................................................................... 127
Trimming a video during playback .................................................................. 128
Capturing an image during playback ............................................................. 128
Editing photos ........................................................................................... 129
Cropping a photo ................................................................................................... 129
Rotating a photo .................................................................................................... 130
Resizing photos....................................................................................................... 130
Adjusting your photos .......................................................................................... 131
Retouching faces .................................................................................................... 132
Applying Smart Filter eects .............................................................................. 133
Chapter 4
Wireless network
Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settings ............... 135
Connecting to a WLAN ......................................................................................... 135
Setting network options ......................................................................................... 136
Manually setting the IP address ........................................................................... 136
Using the login browser....................................................................................... 137
Network connection tips ..................................................................................... 138
Entering text ............................................................................................................ 139
Using the NFC Feature (Tag & Go) ......................................................... 140
Using NFC features in Shooting mode ........................................................... 140
Using NFC features in Playback mode (Photo Beam)................................ 140
Using NFC features in Wi-Fi mode .................................................................... 140
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Saving les to a smart phone automatically ....................................... 141
Sending photos or videos to a smart phone ....................................... 143
Sending photos or videos to multiple smart phones ........................ 145
Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release .............................. 147
Using the Baby Monitor ........................................................................... 149
Adjusting the noise level for alarm activation ............................................. 150
Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos ..................................... 151
Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC.................................. 151
Sending photos or videos to a PC .................................................................... 151
Sending photos or videos via email ...................................................... 153
Changing email settings ...................................................................................... 153
Storing your information ........................................................................................ 153
Setting an email password ..................................................................................... 154
Changing the email password .............................................................................. 155
Sending photos or videos via email ................................................................ 155
Using photo or video sharing services ................................................. 157
Accessing a sharing service ................................................................................ 157
Uploading photos or videos............................................................................... 158
Using Samsung Link to send les .......................................................... 159
Uploading photos to an online storage or registered devices .............. 159
Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link ...... 160
Chapter 5
Camera settings menu
User settings ............................................................................................... 163
Manage Custom Mode ......................................................................................... 163
ISO Customizing ..................................................................................................... 163
ISO Step ......................................................................................................................... 163
Auto ISO Range .......................................................................................................... 163
Noise Reduction ..................................................................................................... 163
Bracket Settings ...................................................................................................... 164
DMF (Direct Manual Focus) ................................................................................ 164
DMF Responsiveness ............................................................................................ 164
Color Space ............................................................................................................... 165
Distortion Correct .................................................................................................. 166
Touch Operation ..................................................................................................... 166
iFn Setting ................................................................................................................. 166
User Display .............................................................................................................. 167
Key Mapping ............................................................................................................ 168
Live view NFC........................................................................................................... 169
MobileLink/NFC Image Size ............................................................................... 169
Display Select .......................................................................................................... 169
Grid Line .................................................................................................................... 169
AF Lamp ..................................................................................................................... 170
E-Shutter .................................................................................................................... 170
Lens Button Speed Settings ............................................................................... 170
Setting ......................................................................................................... 171
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Chapter 6
Connecting to external devices
Viewing les on an HDTV or 3D TV ........................................................ 176
Viewing les on an HDTV .................................................................................... 176
Viewing les on a 3D TV ....................................................................................... 177
Transferring les to your computer ....................................................... 178
Transferring les to your Windows OS computer ....................................... 178
Connecting the camera as a removable disk ................................................... 178
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .................................................. 179
Transferring les to your Mac OS ...................................................................... 179
Using programs on a PC........................................................................... 181
Installing programs from the provided CD ................................................... 181
Available programs when using i-Launcher .................................................... 181
Using i-Launcher .................................................................................................... 182
Requirements for Windows OS ............................................................................. 182
Requirements for Mac OS ....................................................................................... 182
Opening i-Launcher .................................................................................................. 182
Downloading the rmware .................................................................................... 183
Downloading the PC Auto Backup program ................................................... 183
Installing Adobe Photoshop Lightroom ........................................................ 183
Using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom ............................................................... 183
Chapter 7
Appendix
Error messages .......................................................................................... 185
Maintaining the camera........................................................................... 186
Cleaning the camera ............................................................................................. 186
Camera lens and display ......................................................................................... 186
Image sensor ............................................................................................................... 186
Camera body ............................................................................................................... 186
Using or storing the camera ............................................................................... 187
Inappropriate places to use or store the camera ........................................... 187
Using on beaches or shores ................................................................................... 187
Storing for extended period of time ................................................................... 187
Using the camera with caution in humid environments ............................ 188
Other cautions ............................................................................................................ 188
About memory card .............................................................................................. 189
Supported memory card ........................................................................................ 189
Memory card capacity ............................................................................................. 190
Cautions when using memory cards .................................................................. 192
About the battery .................................................................................................. 193
Battery specications ............................................................................................... 193
Battery life .................................................................................................................... 194
Low battery message ............................................................................................... 194
Notes about using the battery .............................................................................. 194
Cautions about using the battery ........................................................................ 195
Notes about charging the battery ....................................................................... 195
Notes about charging with a computer connected...................................... 196
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care ............................ 196
Updating the rmware ............................................................................. 197
Before contacting a service center ........................................................ 198
Camera specications .............................................................................. 201
Glossary ....................................................................................................... 206
Optional accessories ................................................................................. 212
Index ............................................................................................................ 213
FCC notice ................................................................................................... 216
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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 slow shutter speed,
hold your breath to minimize body movement.
Holding the camera
Hold the camera with your right hand and place your right index nger on
the shutter button. Place your left hand under the lens for support.
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.
Using the display
Swing the display outwards 180° and rotate it up or down for high-and
low-angle photos or self portraits (
maximum of 90° downward or 180° upward (
display 180° upward and fold it (
). You can rotate the display a
). You can also rotate the
).
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Keep the display closed when the camera is not in use.
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Tilt the display only within the angle allowed. Failing to do so may damage
your camera.
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Use the Wi-Fi functions when the display is set as shown in illustrations
and
.
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Concepts in Photography
Low-angle shot
A low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below your eyeline,
looking up the subject.
High-angle shot
A high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above your eyeline,
looking down on the subject.
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Aperture
The aperture is one of the three factors that determine the exposure. The
aperture housing contains thin, metal plates that open and close to let
light through the aperture and into the camera. The size of the aperture
is related to the amount of light: a larger aperture allows more light and a
smaller aperture allows less light.
Aperture sizes
Minimum aperture Medium aperture Maximum aperture
The size of the aperture is represented by a value known as an "F-number."
The f-number represents the focal length divided by the diameter of the
lens. For example, if a lens with a 50 mm focal length has an f-number of
F2, the diameter of the aperture is 25 mm. (50 mm/25 mm = F2)
The smaller the f-number, the greater the size of the aperture.
The opening in the aperture is described as the Exposure Value (EV).
Increasing the Exposure Value (+1 EV) means the amount of light doubles.
Decreasing the Exposure Value (-1 EV) means the amount of light halves.
You can also use the exposure compensation feature to ne-tune the
amount of light by subdividing exposure values into 1/2, 1/3 EV, and so on.
+1 EV
F1.4 F2 F2.8 F4 F5.6 F8
-1 EV
Exposure Value Steps
Aperture opened slightly Aperture opened wide
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Aperture value and the depth of eld
You can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the
aperture. It is closely related to the depth of eld (DOF), which can be
expressed as small or large.
A photo with a large DOF A photo with a small DOF
The aperture housing contains several blades. These blades move together and
control the amount of light passing through the center of the aperture. The
number of blades also aects the shape of light when shooting night scenes. If
an aperture has an even number of blades, light divides into an equal number
of sections. If the number of blades is odd, the number of sections is double the
number of blades.
For example, an aperture with 8 blades divides light into 8 sections and an
aperture with 7 blades into 14 sections.
7 blades 8 blades
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Shutter speed
Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the
shutter. It controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture
before it reaches the image sensor.
Usually, the shutter speed is manually adjustable. The measurement of the
shutter speed is known as the "Exposure Value" (EV), which is marked in
intervals of 1 s, 1/2 s, 1/4 s, 1/8 s, 1/15 s, 1/1,000 s, 1/2,000 s, and so on.
+1 EV
Exposure
-1 EV
Therefore, the faster the shutter speed, the less light will be let in. Likewise,
the slower the shutter speed, the more light will be let in.
The photos below illustrate that a slow shutter speed allows more time
for light to enter the camera. This adds a motion blurring eect to moving
objects. On the other hand, a fast shutter speed allows less time to let light
in and the photo more easily freezes subjects in motion.
0.8 s 0.004 s
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 lm standards, known as ISO
standards. On digital cameras, this sensitivity rating is used to represent
the sensitivity of the digital mechanism that captures the image.
ISO sensitivity doubles as the number doubles. For example, an
ISO 200 setting is capable of capturing images at twice the speed of an
ISO 100 setting. However, higher ISO settings can result in "noise"—small
specks, spots, and other phenomena in a photo that give the shot a noisy
or dirty appearance. As a general rule, it is best to use a low ISO setting
to prevent noise in your photos, unless you are shooting in darkened
environments or at night.
Because a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less sensitive to
light, you need more light to have an optimal exposure. When using a low
ISO sensitivity, open the aperture more or reduce the shutter speed to
allow more light to enter the camera. For example, on a sunny day when
light is abundant, a low ISO sensitivity does not require a slow shutter
speed. However, in a dark place or at night, a low ISO sensitivity will
result in a blurry photo. Therefore, it is recommended to increase the ISO
sensitivity by a moderate amount.
A photo captured with a tripod and high
ISO sensitivity
A blurred photo with a low ISO sensitivity
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 lm reacts to light. Together, these
three aspects are described as the triangle of exposure.
A change in shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity can be oset
by adjustments to the others to maintain the amount of light. The results,
however, change according to the settings. For example, shutter speed is
useful in expressing movement, aperture can control the depth of eld,
and ISO sensitivity can control the graininess of a photo.
Settings Results
Wide aperture
Aperture
value
= more light
Narrow aperture
= less light
Shutter speed
ISO sensitivity
Settings Results
Fast speed
= less light
Slow speed
= more light
Fast = still
Slow = blurry
High sensitivity
= more sensitive to light
Low sensitivity
= less sensitive to light
High = more grainy
Low = less grainy
Wide = small depth of eld
Narrow = large depth of eld
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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 aects the angle and perspective
of captured images. A short focal length translates into a wide angle,
which allows you to capture a wide shot. A long focal length translates
into a narrow angle, which allows you to capture telephoto shots.
Short focal length
wide-angle lens
wide shot
wide angle
Long focal length
telephoto lens
telephoto shot
narrow angle
Look at these photos below and compare the changes.
18 mm angle 55 mm angle 200 mm angle
Normally, a lens with a wide angle is suitable for shooting landscapes and a lens
with a narrow angle is recommended for shooting sports events or portraits.
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Depth of eld
Portraits or still-life photos mostly acclaimed by people are the ones on
which the background is out of focus so the subject looks pronounced.
Depending on the focused areas, a photo can be blurred or sharpened.
This is called 'a low DOF' or 'a high DOF'.
The depth of eld is the focused area around the subject. Therefore, a
small DOF signies that the focused area is narrow and a large DOF means
the focused area is wide.
A photo with a small DOF, which stresses the subject and makes the rest
of it blurred, can be obtained by using a telescope lens or selecting a low
aperture value. Conversely, a photo with a large DOF which shows all the
elements on the photo sharply focused can be achieved by using a wide
angle lens or selecting a high aperture value.
What controls out-of-focus eects?
DOF depends on aperture value
The wider the aperture is (namely the lower the aperture value), the lower
the DOF becomes. Under the condition where the focal length is equal, a
low aperture value leads to a photo with a low DOF.
55 mm F5.7 55 mm F22
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 wide-angle lens with a short focal length
is better to capture a photo of a low DOF.
A photo captured with an 18 mm wide-angle lens
DOF depends on the distance between the subject and the
camera
The shorter the distance between the subject and the camera is, the lower
the DOF gets. Therefore, taking a photo close to a subject can result in a
photo of low DOF.
A photo captured with a 100 mm telescope lens
A photo captured with a 100 mm telescope lens
A photo captured close to the subject
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DOF preview
You can press [Depth preview] to get an idea of what your shot will look
like before shooting. The camera adjusts the aperture to the predened
settings and shows the results on the screen. Set the function of the Depth
preview button to Optical Preview. (p. 168)
Composition
It is fun to capture a photo of the beauty of world with a camera. No
matter how the world is beautiful, however, a poor composition cannot
capture the beauty of it.
When it comes to composition, it is very important to prioritize subjects.
Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually,
abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition.
Rule of Thirds
To use the rule of thirds, divide the image into a 3x3 pattern of equal
rectangles.
To compose photos that best emphasize the subject, make sure the
subject is located at one of the corners of the center rectangle.
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Using the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling
compositions. Below are a few examples.
Photos with two subjects
If your subject is in one corner of the photo, it creates an unbalanced
composition. You can stabilize the photo by capturing a second subject in
the opposite corner to balance the weight of the photo.
Subject 2
Subject 1
Unstable Stable
Subject 1
When taking landscape photos, centering the horizon will create an
unbalanced eect. Give more weight to the photo by moving the horizon
up or down.
Subject 1
Subject 2
Subject 1
Subject 2
Subject 2
Unstable Stable
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Flash
Light is one of the most important components in photography. It is not
easy, however, to have an enough amount of light anytime and anywhere.
Making use of a ash allows you to optimize light settings and create a
variety of eects.
Flash, also known as strobe or speed light, helps to create adequate
exposure in low-light conditions. It is also useful in light-abundant
situations. For example, ash can be used in compensating the exposure
of a subject’s shadow or capturing clearly both the subject and the
background in backlit conditions.
Before correction After correction
Flash guide number
The model number of a ash refers to the ash’s power, and the maximum
amount of light created is represented by a value known as a "guide
number." The bigger the guide number, the more light is emitted from the
ash. The guide number is achieved by multiplying the distance from the
ash to the subject and the aperture value when the ISO sensitivity is set
to 100.
Guide number = Flash to Subject Distance X Aperture value
Aperture value = Guide number/Flash to Subject Distance
Flash to Subject Distance = Guide number/Aperture value
Therefore, if you know the guide number of a ash, you can estimate an
optimum ash to subject distance when setting the ash manually. For
example, if a ash has a guide number of GN 20 and is 4 meters away from
the subject, the optimal aperture value is F5.0.
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Bounce Photography
Bounce photography refers to the method of bouncing light o of the
ceiling or walls so that the light spreads evenly over the subject. Normally,
photos captured with ash may appear unnatural and cast shadows.
Subjects in photos captured with bounce photography cast no shadows
and look smooth due to evenly spread light.
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Chapter 1
My Camera
Learn about your camera’s layout, display icons, lens, optional accessories,
and basic functions.
My Camera
Getting started
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Camera
(including the body cap and
hot-shoe cover)
Software CD-ROM
(User manual included)
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The illustrations may dier from your actual items.
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You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any
problems caused by using unauthorized accessories. For information about accessories, refer to page 212.
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom DVD-ROM Quick Start Guide Quick Reference Guide
AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap
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