Samsung GX-20 User Manual

Important Safety Information

Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.

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Prior to using this camera, please read this user manual thoroughly.

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When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory card etc.) to the After Sales centre.

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To avoid disappointment please ensure that your camera is operating properly well before you intend to use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event). Samsung Cameras take no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.

• Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

• All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective companies.

• Speciﬁ cations are subject to change without prior notice.

• Pictures used in this user guide are to help users understand products and the results may be different depending on the types of lenses or the shooting environment.

DANGER

Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in ﬁ re, injury,

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electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera.

Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer or

Samsung Camera Service centre.

Please do not use this product in close proximity to ﬂ ammable or explosive

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gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.

This may cause an ignition or explosion.

Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it. Switch off the

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camera, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC Power Adapter). You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.

Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a ﬁ re or electric shock.

Do not insert or drop metallic or inﬂ ammable foreign objects into the camera

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through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber.

This may cause a ﬁ re or electric shock.

Do not operate this camera with wet hands.

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This could pose a risk of electric shock.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Do not use the ﬂ ash in close proximity to people or infants.

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Positioning the ﬂ ash too close to your subject’s eyes, may cause eyesight damage.

When taking photographs, never point the lens of the camera directly into very

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strong light.

This may result in permanent damage to your eyesight

For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children

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or infants to prevent accidents e.g.:

• Swallowing batteries or small camera accessories. If an accident should occur, please consult a doctor immediately.

• There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.

Batteries and camera may become hot during prolonged use which may result

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in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool.

Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such as

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a sealed vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extreme variations in temperature.

Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the camera’s internal components and could cause a ﬁ re.

When in use, do not cover the camera or AC Power Adapter. This may cause

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heat to build up and distort the camera body or cause a ﬁ re.

Always use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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Important Safety Information

CAUTION

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Please use the batteries in appropriate ways referring to the following:

Leaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in ﬁ re or injury.

• Use batteries with the correct speciﬁ cation for the camera.

• Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in ﬁ re.

• Do not insert the batteries with polarities reversed.

Do not ﬁ re the ﬂ ash while it is in contact with hands or objects.

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Do not touch the ﬂ ash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.

If you are using the AC power adaptor be careful when moving the camera.

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After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the adapter from the wall socket. Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera.

Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a ﬁ re or electric shock.

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Only use the appropriate type of lenses recommended by your local SAMSUNG dealer.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Precautions for Battery Usage

Only use speciﬁ ed batteries (SLB-1674) with this camera.

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Use of other batteries can cause overheating or explosion.

Do not allow metallic or inﬂ ammable foreign objects to come into

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contact with the battery. Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period

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of time.

Otherwise the battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently damage

the camera’s components.

If there is overheating in, or smoke from, the battery chamber, remove the

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battery from the camera as soon as possible.

When doing so, take care to avoid burns. Contact your dealer or Samsung Camera

Service Centre.

Do not disassemble the battery.

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It may cause leakage or breakage.

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If liquid from the battery enters the eyes, wash it away immediately with

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fresh water and consult a doctor.

It may cause loss of eyesight.

If any of the battery leakage should come in contact with skin or clothes,

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wash the affected areas thoroughly with water. If there is overheating in, or smoke from, the battery chamber, remove the

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battery from the camera as soon as possible.

When doing so, take care to avoid burns. And then contact your dealer or

Samsung Camera Service Centre.

The battery is expendable and its life is shortened through use. If the

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battery capacity is reduced by half, purchase new one. After removing the batteries for about 30 days, the camera may be reset.

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Precautions for Charger Usage

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Only use the speciﬁ ed charger with this camera.

The charger, SBC-L6 is speciﬁ ed for this product.

Other chargers can cause ﬁ re or electric shock. Observe the power

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speciﬁ cation. (100-240V only) Only charge the speciﬁ ed rechargeable battery (SLB-1674).

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Failure to follow this instruction may cause ﬁ re, electric shock or malfunction.

Do not disassemble the charger.

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It may cause ﬁ re, electric shock or malfunction.

If the charger smokes or overheats, stop using it immediately and contact

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your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Centre as soon as possible.

This may cause a ﬁ re or electric shock.

If water gets inside the camera, stop using the camera and contact your

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dealer or Samsung Camera Service Centre.

This may cause a ﬁ re or electric shock.

If the lightning ﬂ ashes or thunder ﬁ lls the air, disconnect the power plug.

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It may cause breakage, ﬁ re or electric shock.

If there is dirt on the plug, clear the dirt.

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This may cause a ﬁ re.

Contents

Before

Starting to

Take a Picture

Starting Basic

Shooting

(Auto mode)

012 Checking the Contents of the Package

012 What are included in the package

013 Names of Working Parts

013 Front & Top 014 Rear 015 Quick reference guide

016 Charging and Inserting the Battery

016 Charging the Battery 017 Inserting the Battery 018 Battery Level Indicator 018 Approximate Playback Time (Fully charged battery)

019 Inserting the Memory Card

020 Precautions When Using the Memory Card

021 Turning the Camera On and Off

021 Using the Vertical Battery Grip (SBG-D1V) (Sold

Separately)

022 Setting the Language and Date Information

024 Attaching and removing the lens 025 Correct methods of holding the camera 026 OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

026 Turning On the OIS Function 026 Optical Image Stabilization

027 LCD Monitor Indications

027 While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial 028 Capture Mode 029 Playback Mode 030 Histogram Display

031 Viewﬁ nder Indications

031 Capture Mode

032 LCD Panel Indications 033 Using the full automatic program mode

Getting a

Better Picture

by Using More

Functions

034 Operating the shutter release button 034 Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects 035 Adjusting the Viewﬁ nder to Your Eyesight 035 Using the Zoom ring 036 Using the Drive Mode

038 Checking the Composition, Exposure, and

Focus Before Shooting

038 Displaying the Digital Preview 038 Using the Liveview function 039 Manual White Balance (Manual W.B.)

040 Checking the focus

040 Using Autofocus 041 Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point) 041 Setting the Focus Position in the Viewﬁ nder 042 Fixing the Focus 043 Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) 043 Using the Focus Indicator 044 Using the Viewﬁ nder Matte Field

045 Setting the Exposure

045 Effect of Shutter Speed and Effect of Aperture

045 Effect of Shutter Speed 045 Effect of the Aperture

046 How to Check Depth of Field 047 Selecting the Metering Method 047 Exposure Compensation 048 AE-L with AF Locked

049 Using the RAW button 050 Using the Mirror Lock Up Function 051 Self-Timer Shooting 052 Remote Control Shooting

(Sold Separately)

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Contents

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053 Using the Menu

053 Using the MENU button 054 Using the CAPTURE MENU

054 Picture Wizard 055 File Format 055 JPEG Size 055 JPEG Quality 056 Colour Space 056 Set RAW Button 056 Liveview 057 User Registration 057 Interval Shooting 057 Extended Bracket 058 Multi Exposure 059 Memory of Settings 059 OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

060 Using the CUSTOM1 MENU

060 Link AF Point & AE 060 Superimpose AF Area 060 AF in remote control 061 AF Button Function 061 AF by Press Halfway 061 Catch in Focus 062 EV Steps 062 Metering Time 062 AE-L with AF Locked 062 Program Line 063 Auto EVC 063 Fine Tune when AWB 063 WB when using ﬂ ash 063 WB Adjustable Range 064 Colour Temp. Unit 064 Noise Reduction 064 High Noise 064 ISO Display 065 ISO Steps 065 Set Max ISO Range 065 Reset Custom1

066 Using the CUSTOM2 MENU

066 E-Dial in Program / Sv / Tv / Av / TAv / M / X / B 066 Green Button in TAv&M 066 Use Aperture Ring 067 One-touch Bracketing 067 Bracketing Order 067 Remaining Count 067 Release in Charging 068 Preview Method 068 Initial Zoom 068 Auto Rotation 068 Saving Rotation Info. 069 Select Battery 069 Light of Top LCD 069 Flash in Wireless Mode 069 Reset Custom2

070 Using the SETUP MENU

070 Format 070 Beep 071 Date/Time 071 Language/ 071 Guide Display 072 LCD Brightness 072 LCD colour adjustment 072 Video Out 073 USB (Selecting an external device) 073 Auto Power Off 073 Folder Name 074 Change File Name 074 Sensor Cleaning 075 Dust Removal 075 Dust Alert 076 Pixel Mapping 076 AF ﬁ ne adjustment 076 Reset

077 Using the PLAYBACK MENU

077 Exposure Warning 077 Quick View 078 Digital Preview 078 Digital Filter

言語

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automatic ISO setting mod

Valu

Advanced

a Single Imag

Appendi

Feature

● The 14.60 effective Megapixel of SAMSUNG digital camera sensor. (High dynamic range.)

● Built-in Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) minimizes or prevents digital images from becoming blurred due to camera shake.

● Features an Auto-Focus sensor with 11 focusing points. The central 9 are wide cross area sensors.

● Improved manual focusing using a viewﬁ nder similar to a conventional 35 mm SLR camera, with 0.95x magniﬁ cation. Also features a superimpose function in which the focus points on the viewﬁ nder illuminate red.

● Features a large 2.7-inch LCD monitor with 230,000 pixels and a Brightness Adjusting function for high-precision viewing performance.

● The Large, High-Resolution LCD Monitor and clear menus make the camera Easy to Operate.

● The SP Coated Sensor minimises dust. Any Remaining dust can be removed with sensor clear function.

You can select JPEG or RAW image format. Or you can select JPEG and RAW

● at the same time.

● This is a Dustproof and Damp Proof camera for safe outdoor shooting.

● Features a Digital Preview function for checking the image to ensure that the

desired result is achieved.

● The comfort and ﬂ exibility of the continuous LCD is available to users.

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The Picture Wizard

can create the image you desire by adjusting the colour tone, saturation, and contrast and so on.

function enables you to adjust image before shooting. You

function directly on the

Liveview

The captured area (view angle) will differ between the GX-20 and 35mm SLR cameras even if the same lens is used because the format size for 35mm ﬁ lm and the sensor are different.

Sizes for 35mm ﬁ lm and Size of Sensor

35mm ﬁ lm: 36mm x 24mm GX-20 sensor: 23.4mm X 15.5mm

Angles of view being equal, the focal length of a lens used with a 35mm camera must be approximately 1.5 times longer than that of GX-20. To get the equivalent angle of view for a full-frame 35mm camera, divide the focal length of the 35 mm camera by 1.5. (When you use the GX-20 for shooting.)

Example) To get the equivalent angle of view of a 150

mm lens on a full-frame 35mm camera, you will get “100,” dividing 150 by 1.5.

Use a 100mm lens with the GX-20.

The equivalent focal length on a full-frame 35 mm camera is calculated in a opposite way of calculation as follows:

Example) If 300mm lens is used with GX-20

300x1.5=450

Focal length is equivalent to 450mm lens on

a 35mm camera.

Calculation method used above is to help users understand

products and the results may be different depending on the types of lenses or the shooting environment. Calculated focal length value is based on the difference between the 35 mm ﬁ lm format and camera sensor in size. (GX-20 was used as standard to compare.)

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Understanding illustrated icons used in this user guide

Please read this basic information thoroughly before you start using the product.

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( ) This icon indicates the program mode dial.

(

) This icon indicates the front dial.

( ) This icon indicates the rear dial.

◄

▲ ►

(

), (▲▼), and (◄►) icons indicate the direction

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buttons. (▲), (▼), (◄) or (►) icons indicates the each direction button.

This “Note” symbol indicates information that supplements important points of the main text.

This “Warning” symbol advises users that failure to take or avoid a speciﬁ c action could result in physical harm to the user or the hardware.

Contents of the Operating Manual

This operating manual contains the following chapters.

1. Before Starting to Take a Picture

Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various parts.

2. Starting Basic Shooting (Auto mode)

This chapter gives a quick guidelines for the ﬁ rst time users to take a picture using the basic shooting mode. (Auto mode.)

3. Getting a Better Picture by Using More Functions

This chapter helps users achieve a better picture by learning how to get a camera’s angle of view, exposure, focusing the object, and so on.

4. Using Advanced Shooting Modes

This chapter explains how to use the advanced shooting mode such as Tv (Shutter-Priority AE) mode, Av (Aperture-Priority AE) mode, and so on.

5. Using the Flash

This chapter explains how to take a picture in a dark place using the ﬂ ash.

6. How to Playback the Images

Explains how to view or delete the picture images including how to view images in thumbnail view on the LCD monitor.

7. Using the Software

Explains the editing software provided for your SAMSUNG digital camera.

8. How to Make a Photo Print

Explains how to make a photo print.

9. Appendix

Explains troubleshooting and introduces the special terms used in this user guide.

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Memo

Before Starting to

Take a Picture

Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the

names of various parts.

012 Checking the Contents of the Package

012 What are included in the package

013 Names of Working Parts

013 Front & Top 014 Rear 015 Quick reference guide

016 Charging and Inserting the Battery

016 Charging the Battery 017 Inserting the Battery 018 Battery Level Indicator 018 Approximate Playback Time (Fully charged battery)

019 Inserting the Memory Card

020 Precautions When Using the Memory Card

021 Turning the Camera On and Off

021 Using the Vertical Battery Grip (SBG-D1V) (Sold Separately)

022 Setting the Language and Date Information

Checking the Contents of the Package

Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.

What are included in the package

Hot shoe cover

(Installed on camera)

Video cable Software (CD-ROM)

AC cord User’s Manual (AD68-01904A)/

Quick Guide (AD68-02661A)

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Eyecup

(Installed on camera)

(AD46-00159A)

Viewﬁ nder cap Body mount cover

Strap Rechargeable battery

(Installed on camera)

(SLB-1674)

USB cable

Charger (SBC-L6)

AF coupler

Names of Working Parts

Rear

Self-Timer lamp / Remote control receiver Exposure Compensation /

Diopter adjustment lever

Metering mode lever

Exposure bracket button

Viewﬁ nder

MENU button

Delete / Picture Wizard

INFO button

Playback button

LCD Monitor

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Hot shoe

Focus point selection dial

LCD panel lamp button

Rear e-dial

LCD Panel

AE-L/Lock Button

Strap Holder

Memory Card Slot

AF Button

OK Button

Direction button

Card access lamp

Card cover lock

OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) lever

Fn Button

Memory Card Cover

Names of Working Parts

Quick reference guide

Front

Green Button (p. 66)

Front dial (p. 53)

Flash Button (p. 99)

Mode dial

Shooting with long time

shutter speed (p. 87)

Using the manual mode to choose

your own camera settings

Using the automatic ISO

Expressing the background out of focus (p. 84)

(p. 86)

setting mode (p. 85)

Taking a picture of a fast-moving subject (p. 83)

Mode dial (p. 33)

RAW button (p. 49)

Saving your own exposure setting and using the stored set value (p. 89)Using the external ﬂ ash (p. 88)

Using the full automatic program mode (p. 33)

Using the best programmed exposure (p. 80)

Shooting in the different exposure rates (p. 82)

Rear

Diopter adjustment lever

MENU button (p.53)

Delete / Picture Wizard

INFO button (p.28)

Playback button (p.110)

LCD Monitor (p.27)

(p.35)

Exposure bracket

button (p.90)

button (p.116)

OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) lever (p.26)

Exposure Compensation (p.47)/

LCD panel lamp button (p.69)

Fn Button (p.36)

Memory Card Cover (p.19)

Rear e-dial (p.53)

LCD Panel (p.32)

AE-L (p.48)/Lock Button (p.119)

AF Button (p.61)

Direction button (p.8)

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Charging and Inserting the Battery

Charging the Battery

1. Insert the supplied AC cord to the power outlet and DC input port of the

charger.

Put the battery on the charger as shown.

Charging LED

● If the charging LED of the AC Charger does not turn on or blink after inserting the rechargeable battery, please check whether the battery is inserted correctly.

● You must check the battery charging status with the Charging LED.

Charging LED Status

Being Charged Red LED is on

Charging is complete The LED is off

Charging error Red LED is blinking

● Proper operating temperatures of the Charger are 0°C ~ 40°C. The battery may not be charged under or over the operating temperature (Red LED is blinking). This is not the camera malfunction.

● The period of quality guarantee of charger is 1 year and Lithium ion rechargeable battery is 6 months.

Charger (SBC-L6)

Rated input AC100~240V (50Hz~60Hz)

Rated output DC 8.4 V / 700 mA

Dimensions 60 X 90 X 30.2 mm

Weight 86 g

● A Lithium ion battery is expendable. If the working duration of a fully charged battery decreases sharply, purchase a new one.

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Charging and Inserting the Battery

Close the Battery cover and rotate the

Inserting the Battery

1. Rotate the Battery cover unlock lever as

shown in the illustration and open the cover.

2. Insert the battery as shown on the picture.

Battery lock lever

battery cover lock lever as shown.

● Use the speciﬁ ed battery. Problems caused by using the other battery are not covered by the Samsung warranty.

● Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries while the power is on.

● Remove the batteries when you will not use the camera for a long while. The batteries may leak.

● If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries after a long while. If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries after a long while, set date and time information by using the [Date/Time] menu in the [SETUP MENU].

● Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted incorrectly may cause a camera breakdown. Wipe the electrodes of the batteries before inserting.

● When the battery is removed, turn off the camera ﬁ rst or the stored data may be deleted.

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Battery Level Indicator

You can conﬁrm remaining battery level by checking the displayed on the LCD panel.

lit lit lit blink

Battery is full.

Battery is running

low.

Battery is almost

empty.

The camera turns

off after displaying

a message.

Lifetime of the battery (Fully charged battery)

Battery

Operating

Temperature

Normal

recording

Flash photography

50% use 100% use

SLB-1674 23°C

Approx. 500

Min./1,000

Approx. 430 Min./

860

Approx. 400 Min./

800

These ﬁgures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user’s methods.

● Battery performance temporarily decreases while being used in cold conditions. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries on hand and keep them warm in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature.

● Have extra batteries ready when travelling overseas, taking pictures in cold climates, or when you will be taking a lot of pictures.

● An AC Power Adapter (SAC-82, sold separately) is available to use while you use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect your camera to a PC.

● The life time of the battery may differ depending on the focal lenth of the lens mounted in the camera body.

Charging and Inserting the Battery

Inserting the Memory Card

■ SD / SDHC memory card and Multi Media Card can be used with this camera.

■ Captured images are recorded on the Memory Card. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the Memory Card.

Lift up the Card Cover Lock as shown

(

) and rotate it to the OPEN position

①

(②) (Card cover opens (③)).

Have the front of the memory card facing

toward the LCD monitor and insert the memory card.

- Press the memory card one more time to remove it out of the memory card slot.

3. Close the Card cover.

● Do not remove the Memory Card while card access lamp is lit.

● Always format new Memory Cards before use. Also format Memory Cards

used with other cameras.

● If the memory card cover is left open, the power will not turn on.

● Make sure the memory card is correctly positioned before inserting it into the camera.

Fitting groove

Lock button

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Inserting the Memory Card

Precautions When Using the Memory Card

● The Memory Card(SD/SDHC CARD) is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK protects the existing data by preventing the recording of new data, deletion of existing data or formatting of the card.

● Care should be taken when removing the Memory Card immediately after using the camera because the card may be hot.

● Do not remove the Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being saved to the card, images are being played back, or the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable. This may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.

● Do not bend the Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperatures.

● Do not remove the Memory Card during formatting. The card may be damaged beyond use.

● Data on the Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances.

Samsung Camera does not accept any liability for data that is deleted if

(1) The Memory Card is mishandled by the user.

(2) The Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

(3) The card has not been used for a long time.

(4) The card is ejected or the battery is removed while the data on the card is

being recorded or accessed.

● The Memory Card has a limited service life. If it is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a computer.

Write-protect

switch

● Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

● Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

● For information on compatible Memory Cards, visit the Samsung Camera website or contact your nearest Samsung Camera customer service centre.

● Always format new Memory Cards. Also format Memory Cards used with other cameras.

● When you format the memory card, the capacity of the memory card may appears less than it is written in the product label.

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Turning the Camera On and Off

1. Move the main switch to the ON

position.

2. The LCD panel and the monitor are turned on. Now you can take a picture using the camera.

● Always turn the camera off when not in use.

● The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any

operations within a set period of time. (Default setting is 1 minute) You can change the setting on the [Auto Power Off] menu of the [SETUP MENU] menu. To turn on the camera again, rotate the main switch or refer to the followings.

- Press the shutter button halfway down.

- Press the playback button (

- Press the INFO button.

Using the Vertical Battery Grip (SBG-D1V) (Sold Separately)

Using the battery grip gives you a more comfortable position while shooting with a vertical angle of view.

Battery grip

▲ Installing the battery grip

Battery grip supports the green button

) function while you can still adjust the

( exposure using the battery grip.

▲ Vertical position when using

the battery grip

For more detailed information about the battery grip, please refer to the battery grip owner’s manual.

021

Setting the Language and Date Information

The ﬁ rst time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the [INITIAL SETTINGS] screen appears on the LCD monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the language displayed on the LCD monitor and the current date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on.

1. The following screen appears when you turn on the camera for the ﬁ rst time.

2. Select the language you want to use using the direction buttons (

INITIAL SETTING

Language/

English

한국어

Français

: Set : Cancel

㿔䁲

Deutsch Español

Português

Italiano



Svenska

) on

your camera, and then press the OK button

• English, Korean, Chinese (traditional / simpliﬁ ed), French, German, Spanish,

Portuguese, Italian, Swedish, Dutch, Danish, and Russian.

3. The current date and time can be set on the following screen.

INITIAL SETTING

Date/Time

Type

Date

Time

mm/dd/yy 24h

01 01 2008

00 00

: Set

: Cancel

4. Select [Type], [Date], and [Time] for the display by pressing the direction buttons (

5. Press the OK button to save.

If the date and time information is already set and you want to to make a change, set date and time information by using the [Date/Time] menu in the [SETUP MENU].

022

Starting Basic Shooting

(Auto mode)

This chapter gives a quick guide lines for the ﬁ rst time users to take a

picture using the basic shooting mode. (Auto mode.)

024 Attaching and removing the lens 025 Correct methods of holding the camera 026 OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

026 Turning On the OIS Function 026 Optical Image Stabilization

027 LCD Monitor Indications

027 While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial 028 Capture Mode 029 Playback Mode 030 Histogram Display

031 Viewﬁ nder Indications

031 Capture Mode

032 LCD Panel Indications 033 Using the full automatic program mode

034 Operating the shutter release button 034 Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects 035 Adjusting the Viewﬁ nder to Your Eyesight 035 Using the Zoom ring 036 Using the Drive Mode

Attaching and removing the lens

For additional use of lenses, please check lenses available to be used at Customer Service. Some functions are restricted when lenses are not set to Aperture A (Auto). To allow shutter release, set [

CUSTOM2 MENU

[

1. Check that the camera is off.

2. Remove the body mount cover (

lens mount cover ( lens down with the lens mount side facing upward to avoid damage.

3. Align the red dots on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise until it clicks. After attaching, check that the lens is secure. Also check that the red dots of the lens are on top and the attached portion does not move sideways.

] menu.

Turn the camera off before attaching or removing the lens to prevent unexpected lens problems.

) and

). Be sure to put the

②

①

Use Aperture Ring

] in

4. Remove the front lens cap by pushing the indicated portions inward.

5. To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button ( counterclockwise.

) and turn the lens

③

● The body mount cover (①) is a cover to prevent damage during shipping.

● We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers.

● The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. Clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth.

Attaching and removing the lens must be done in a clean place. Please avoid contact with liquid water. If the camera’s body or the lens gets wet or dirty, camera malfunction may occur.

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Correct methods of holding the camera

How you hold the camera is important when taking pictures.

- Use your both hands while taking a picture to prevent from the camera shake. Try to avoid any slight movement while shooting.

▲

Horizontal position ▲Vertical position

● To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object such as a table, tree, or wall.

● Although there are individual differences among photographers, the slowest recommended shutter speed for a handheld camera is generally 1/ (focal lengthx1.5). For example, it is 1/75 of a second for a focal length of 50mm and 1/150 of a second for 100mm. A tripod or OIS ( should be used for shutter speeds slower than this.

● When using the tripod, do not use the OIS ( may be blurred due to the oscillation of the OIS sensor.

● To reduce the camera shake while using a telephoto lens, use the tripod that is heavier than the total weigh of the camera and the lens.

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OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

Turning On the OIS Function

Turn on the OIS switch. When the shutter release button is pressed halfway,

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in the viewﬁ nder and the OIS function turns on.

Optical Image Stabilization

The OIS function reduces camera shake that occurs when the shutter release button is pressed. This is useful for taking pictures in situations where camera shake is likely to occur. The OIS function allows you to take pictures at approximately 2 to 3.5 steps slower shutter speed without the risk of the camera shake. The OIS function is ideal when taking pictures in the following situations.

- When taking pictures in dimly lit locations, such as indoors, at night, on cloudy days and in the shade

- When taking telephoto pictures

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Picture taken with the OIS function

● The OIS function does not compensate for blurring caused by movement of the subject. To take pictures of a moving subject, increase the shutter speed.

● The OIS function may not fully reduce camera shake when taking close-up shots. In this case, it is recommended that the OIS function be turned off and the camera be used with a tripod.

● The OIS function will not fully work when shooting with a slower shutter speed, for example when shooting a moving subject or night scenes. In this case, it is recommended that the OIS function be turned off and the camera be used with a tripod.

● Turn the OIS switch off if you will not be using the OIS function.

● The OIS function will not fully work (for about 2 seconds) right after

turning on the camera or restoring from Auto Power Off. Wait for the OIS function to become stable before gently pressing the shutter release button to take a picture. Press the shutter release button halfway. The camera is ready to take pictures when icon appears in the viewﬁ nder.

● Be sure to turn off the OIS switch when using the camera with a tripod.

● The OIS function automatically turns off in the following situations.

When using self-timer, remote control shooting, bulb shooting, or wireless mode with an external ﬂ ash.

● For more information about OIS(Optical Image Stabilization), see page

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LCD Monitor Indications

The following indicators appear on the LCD monitor depending on the status of

Detailed Information

the camera.

Extended Bracket

LCD monitor

Custom mode

While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial

Button guide

Guides appear on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds when powered on or setting dial mode ( ).

You can set the speciﬁ c time the guides will appear on the LCD monitor for. Select the desired time from [SETUP MENU] > [Guide Display].

Battery status

Focus Point position information

Drive mode/

Flash mode

Indicators [Metering type], [Focus Point Information], [White balance], and [Sensitivity] only appear when a setting other than the default setting is selected.

Metering type

AF mode

Automatic Program Exposure

Enable AF

Date and time

White balance

Sensitivity

OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

Shooting mode (Mode dial position)

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LCD Monitor Indications

Capture Mode

Press the INFO button in capture mode to display the capture function settings on the LCD monitor.

Detailed Information

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1. Shooting mode

2. Custom mode

3. Metering mode

4. Flash mode

5. Drive mode

6. Exposure Bracket / Multi Exposure

7. AF mode

8. Focus point location

9. Extended Bracket

10. Picture Wizard mode

11. Colour Tone

12. Saturation

13. Contrast

14. Sharpness

15. Date and time

16. Colour space

17. OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

18. Quality level

19. BA compensation value (GM) / BA compensation value (BA)

20. Recorded pixels

21. Battery Status

22. File type

23. White balance

24. ISO sensitivity

25. ISO range (Auto)

26. Lens focal length

27. Aperture Value

28. Flash Exposure Value

29. Shutter Speed

30. Exposure Compensation Value

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Playback Mode

Press the INFO button in playback mode to display the image information on the LCD monitor. Whenever pressing the INFO button, Basic information, Histogram, Detail information and no information will display in that order.

Detailed Information

You can change the information initially displayed by pressing the playback button (

Indicators 5 (Flash mode) and 15 (Flash compensation Value) only appear when the image was taken with ﬂ ash.

1. Captured images

2. Exposure Bracket / Multi Exposure

3. Drive mode

4. Metering mode

5. Flash mode

6. OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

7. DPOF settings

8. Folder name and Stored image number

9. Protect icon

10. AF mode

11. Extended Bracket

12. Focus point information

13. Exposure Compensation Value

14. Lens focal length

15. Flash Compensation Value

16. Picture Wizard mode

17. Colour Tone/Saturation

18. Contrast/Sharpness

19. Date & Time

20. File type / Image size / Quality / Colour Space

21. Sensitivity / White Balance / WB compensation (GM) / WB compensation (BA)

22. Aperture Value

23. Shooting mode

24. Shutter Speed

LCD Monitor Indications

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