Samsung NX500 User Manual

Shooting Functions > Metering

Spot

The Spot mode calculates the amount of light in the center. When you capture a photo in conditions where there is a strong backlight behind a subject, the camera adjusts the exposure so as to shoot a subject correctly. For example, when you select the Multi mode in a strong backlight condition, the camera calculates that the overall amount of light is abundant, which results in a darker photo. The Spot mode can prevent this situation as it calculates the amount of light in a designated area.

The subject is in bright color while the background is dark. The Spot mode is recommended for a situation like this where a huge difference in the exposure exists between a subject and a background.

Center-weighted

The Center-weighted mode calculates a broader area than the Spot mode does. It sums up the amount of light in the center portion of the shot (60–80 %) and that of the rest of the shot (20–40 %). It is recommended for situations where there is a slight difference in brightness between a subject and a background or an area of the subject is large compared to the overall composition of the photo.

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Measuring the exposure value of the focus area

When this function is turned on, the camera automatically sets an optimal exposure by calculating the brightness of the focus area.

This function is only available when you select Spot metering or Multi metering, and Selection AF.

To set this		In Shooting mode, press [m]		1 Link AE to AF
function,		Point	an option.

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Dynamic Range

This function automatically corrects the loss of bright detail that can occur

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Description

due to shading differences in the photo.

Off: Do not use Dynamic Range.

Smart Range+: Correct the loss of bright detail.

To set Smart Range

In Shooting mode, press [m] 1

options,

Dynamic Range

an option.

You cannot set ISO 100.

HDR: Capture 2 photos with different exposures, and then

combine them to create a single image automatically.

• You cannot set an ISO option higher than ISO 3200.

• Dynamic Range options cannot be set at the same time as

Picture Wizard options.

Without Dynamic Range effect

With Dynamic Range effect

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Smart Filter

Smart Filter lets you apply special effects to your photos. You can select various filter options to create special effects that are difficult to be achieved with normal lenses.

		To set Smart Filter					In Shooting mode, press [m] 1 Smart Filter
		options,					an option.
		Option			Description
	Off				No effect
	Vignetting				Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong
					vignette effect of Lomo cameras.
	Miniature				Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in
					miniature.
	Colored Pencil				Apply a colored pencil painting effect.
	Watercolor				Apply a watercolor painting effect.
	Wash drawing				Apply a washed-out effect.
	Oil Sketch				Apply an oil sketching effect.
	Ink Sketch				Apply an ink sketching effect.
	Acryl				Apply an acryl painting effect.

Option		Description
Negative		Apply a negative film effect.
Red		Desaturate all colors but red.
Green		Desaturate all colors but green.
Blue		Desaturate all colors but blue.
Yellow		Desaturate all colors but yellow.

Smart filter options cannot be set with Picture Wizard options at the same time.

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Exposure compensation

The camera automatically sets the exposure by measuring the levels of light from the photo’s composition and the position of a subject. If the exposure set by the camera is higher or lower than you expected, you can adjust the exposure value manually. The exposure value is adjustable in ±3 increments. The camera displays the exposure warning in red for each step beyond ±3 range.

To adjust the exposure value, while holding down [W], scroll the jog

-2

+2

dial. You can also adjust the exposure value by pressing [f], and then

Original

selecting EV.

You can check the exposure value by the position of the exposure level

indicator.

Exposure warning

Standard exposure index

Exposure level

indicator

Decreased exposure

Increased exposure

(darker)

(brighter)

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Exposure lock

When you cannot achieve an appropriate exposure because of a strong color contrast, lock the exposure, and then capture a photo.

To lock the exposure value, adjust the photo’s exposure, and then press the custom button.

After locking the exposure, aim the lens where you desire, and then press [Shutter].

•Set a function of the custom button to AEL to lock the current exposure value. (p. 143)

•This feature is not available in Manual mode.

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Video functions

The functions available for video are explained below.

Movie quality

Set the Movie quality.

Movie size

To set movie

In Shooting mode, press [m] 6 Movie Quality

Set the movie size.

quality options,

an option.

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Extension

Description

To set movie size

In Shooting mode, press [m] 6

Movie Size

options,

an option.

MP4 (H.264)

Normal: Record videos in normal quality.

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Size

Recommended for

MP4 (H.264)

HQ: Record videos in high quality.

View on a Full HDTV. (Playable only

1920X1080 (60 fps) (16:9)

on full HDTVs capable of playback at

60 fps.)

1920X1080 (30 fps) (16:9)

View on a Full HDTV.

	1920X1080 (15 fps) (16:9)		View on a Full HDTV. (Available only
			with some Smart Filter options.)
	1920X810	(24 fps)	View on an HDTV.
	(Approx. 2.35:1)
	1280X720	(60 fps) (16:9)	View on an HDTV.
	1280X720	(30 fps) (16:9)	View on an HDTV.
	640X480 (30 fps) (4:3)		View on a TV.
	320X240 (30 fps) (4:3)		Post on a website using the wireless
			network (30 seconds maximum).

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Multi Motion

Set the playing speed of a video.

To set playing		In Shooting mode, press [m] 6 Multi Motion
speed options,		an option.

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x0.25: Record a video and play it at 1/4 normal speed. (Available only with 640x480 or 320x240)

x0.5: Record a video and play it at 1/2 normal speed. (Available only with 1280x720 (30 fps), 640x480, or 320x240)

x1: Record a video and play it at normal speed.

x5: Record a video and play it at 5X normal speed.

x10: Record a video and play it at 10X normal speed.

x20: Record a video and play it at 20X normal speed.

•If you select an option other than x1, sound will not be recorded.

•The available options may differ depending on shooting conditions.

Fader

You can fade in or fade out a scene using the fader function on the camera without having to do it on a PC. Set the fade in option to gradually fade in at the start of the scene. Set the fade out option to gradually fade out the scene. Use the function appropriately and add dramatic effects on your videos.

To set fader		In Shooting mode, press [m]	6 Fader
options,		an option.

Icon Description

Off: Fader function not used.

In: Scene gradually fades in.

Out: Scene gradually fades out.

In-out: The fader function is applied at the start and end of the scene.

When you use the fader function, it may take longer to save a file.

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Voice

Sometimes, a muted video is more appealing than the one with sound. Turn the voice off to record a muted video.

To set voice		In Shooting mode, press [m]	6 Voice
options,		an option.

Wind cut

When you record videos in noisy environments, unintended sounds can be recorded in videos. In particular, severe wind noise recorded in videos distracts you from enjoying your videos. Use the Wind Cut function to remove some surrounding noise in addition to wind noise.

To reduce wind		In Shooting mode, press [m] 6 Wind Cut
sound,		an option.

Mic Level

Set the mic level for the shooting conditions.

To set the mic		In Shooting mode, press [m]	6 Mic Level
level,		an option.

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Chapter 3

Playback/Editing

Learn about how to play back and edit photos and videos.

Refer to chapter 6 for editing files on a PC.

Playback/Editing

Searching and managing files

Learn how to view photo and video thumbnails and how to protect or delete files.

If you perform no operations for a while, information and icons on the screen disappear. When you operate the camera again, they will reappear.

Viewing image thumbnails

In order to search for photos and videos you want, convert to the thumbnail view. The thumbnail view displays multiple images at a time so that you can easily look through items you wish to find. You can also classify and display files by category, such as date or file type.

Viewing photos

1Press [y].

•The most recent file you captured will be displayed.

2Press [C/F] to scroll through files.

•You can also drag the image left or right to move to another file.

You may not be able to edit or play back files that were captured with other cameras, due to unsupported sizes or codecs. Use a computer or another device to edit or play back these files.

Scroll the jog dial to the left to select the thumbnail view mode.

(Scroll the jog dial to the right to return to the previous mode.)

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Viewing files by category

1 In the thumbnail view, press [m] z Filter

acategory.

•You can also touch FILTER to select a category.

* Default

Option	Description
All*	View files normally.
Date	View files by the date they were saved.
Type	View files by the file type.
Location	View files by the place they were saved. (Only the
	photos captured with an optional GPS module have
	the location information.)

2Select a list to open it.

3Select a file to view it.

4Touch to return to the previous view.

Viewing files as a folder

Continuous and burst shots appear as a folder. Selecting a folder will play back all photos automatically. Deleting a folder will delete all photos in the folder.

1In Playback mode, press [C/F] or drag the image left or right to move to a desired folder.

•The camera will automatically play back photos in the folder.

2Scroll the jog dial to the right to open the folder.

•You can also touch the folder on the screen to open the folder.

3Press [C/F] or drag the image left or right to move to another file.

4Scroll the jog dial to the left to return to Playback mode.

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Protecting files

Protect your files from accidental deletion.

1 In Playback mode, press [m] z Protect Select.

2Press [C/F] to select a file, and then press [o].

3Press [f].

You cannot delete or rotate a protected file.

Lock/Unlock all files

Lock or unlock all files.
1	In Playback mode, press [m] z Protect All.
2	Select an option.
		Option			Description
		Lock			Lock all files.
		Unlock			Unlock all files.
		Cancel			Return to the previous menu.

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Deleting files

Delete files in Playback mode and secure more space on your memory card. Protected files are not deleted.

Deleting a single file

You can select a single file and delete it.

1In Playback mode, select a file, and then press [n].

2When the pop-up message appears, select Yes.

Deleting multiple files

You can select multiple files and delete them.

1 In Playback mode, press [m] z Delete Select.

•Alternatively, in thumbnails view, press [n], and then select files to delete.

2Select files you want to delete by pressing [C/F], and then press [o].

•Press [o] again to cancel your selection.

3Press [n].

4When the pop-up message appears, select Yes.

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Deleting all files

You can delete all files on the memory card at once.

1	In Playback mode, press [m].
2	Select z Delete All.
3	When the pop-up message appears, select Yes.

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Viewing photos

Enlarging a photo

You can enlarge photos when viewing them in Playback mode. You can also use the Trim function to extract the portion of the image displayed on the screen and save it as a new file.

Magnified area

Magnification (the maximum magnification may differ by resolution)

Full Image

Crop

Scroll the jog dial to the right to enlarge a photo.

(Scroll the jog dial to the left to reduce a photo.)

To	Do this
Move magnified area	Press [D/I/C/F].
Crop the enlarged image	Press [f]. (saved as a new file)
Return to the original image	Press [o].

You can also pinch your fingers together or spread them apart on the screen to reduce or enlarge a photo. You can also double-tap an area to enlarge it quickly.

Viewing a slide show

You can view photos in a slide show, apply various effects to the slide show, and play background music.

1In Playback mode, press [m].

2Select z Slide Show Options.

3Select a slide show effect option.

•Skip to step 4 to start a slide show with no effects.

* Default

Option Description

Play Mode

Set whether or not to repeat the slide show. (One Play*, Repeat)

Interval

Set the interval between photos. (1 sec*, 3 sec, 5 sec,

10 sec)

Music

Set background audio.

Effect

• Set a scene change effect between photos.

• Select Off to cancel effects.

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4Press [m].

5Select Start Slide Show.

6View the slide show.

•Press [o] to pause.

•Press [o] again to resume.

•Press [m] to stop the slide show and return to Playback mode.

•Press [D/I] to adjust the volume level.

Auto rotating

When Auto Rotate is activated, the camera automatically rotates photos to match the orientation in which they were captured.

To set auto rotate		In Playback mode, press [m]	z Auto Rotate
options,		an option.

Creating a print order (DPOF)

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) lets you set the number of copies to be printed.

The camera saves the DPOF information in the MISC folder of your memory card. If you have set DPOF information for your images, you can take the memory card to a digital printing shop for printing. You cannot set the print order of RAW format files.

Photos with dimensions that are wider than the paper may be cut off on the left and right edges. Ensure that your photo dimensions are compatible with the paper you select.

1	In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m].
2	Select z DPOF.

3Press [D/I] to set the number of copies.

•To select another photo, press [C/F].

4Press [o] to save.

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Playing videos

In Playback mode, you can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video to save as another file.

Stop	Capture

Video viewing controls

Icon/Button Description

View previous file/Scan backward. (Each time you touch the icon or press the button while playing the

/ /[C] video, you change the scan speed in this order: 2X, 4X, 8X.)

/ /[o]

Pause or resume playback.

View next file/Scan forward. (Each time you touch the / /[F] icon or press the button while playing the video, you

change the scan speed in this order: 2X, 4X, 8X.)

/[D/I] Adjust the volume or mute the sound.

Trimming a video during playback

1In Playback mode, scroll to a video, and then touch .

2Press [o] or touch to start playing the video.

3Press [o] or touch at the point where you want the trimming to begin.

4Press [f] or touch Start Point.

5Press [o] or touch to resume playing the video.

6Press [o] or touch at the point where you want the trimming to end.

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7Press [f] or touch End Point.

8Press [f] or touch Trim to trim a video.

•You can adjust the scene to be cropped by dragging the handles that appear on the progress bar.

9When the pop-up message appears, select Yes.

•You cannot trim a video recorded in 3D mode.

•The original video should be at least 10 seconds long.

•The camera will save the edited video as a new file and leave the original video intact.

Capturing an image during playback

1 While viewing a video, press [o] or touch at the point where you want to capture an image.

2Press [f] or touch Capture.

•You cannot capture an image from a video recorded in 3D mode.

•The resolution of the captured image will be the same as the original video.

•The captured image is saved as a new file.

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Editing photos

Edited photos are saved as new files under different file names. Photos captured in some modes cannot be edited with the Image Edit function.

	To edit images,				In Playback mode, scroll to a photo, and then touch
					an option.
	• You can also edit images in Playback mode by selecting a photo, and then
	pressing [f] or [m]					Edit Image.

•Some images may not be edited with the Image Edit function. In this case, use a supplied image editing software.

•The camera will save edited photos as new files.

•When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution.

•You cannot edit photos while viewing files as a folder. Open the folder and select a photo to edit each photo.

Cropping a photo

1Touch .

2Drag the corners of the box to adjust the size of the area.

3Drag the box to move the location of the area.

4Touch OK.

5 Touch to save.

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Rotating a photo

1	Touch	.
2	Touch an option.

Rotate : Right 90°

3Touch OK.

4Touch to save.

• You can also rotate a photo in Playback mode by pressing [m], and then selecting z Rotate a desired option.

• The camera will overwrite the original file.

Resizing photos

Change the size of a photo and save it as a new file.

1	Touch	.
2	Touch an option.

Resize : 10.1M 3:2

3	Touch OK.
4	Touch to save.

Available resize options differ depending on the original size of the photo.

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Adjusting your photos

You can correct captured photos by adjusting the brightness, contrast, or saturation.

1Touch .

2Touch an adjusting option.

Icon Description

Original (Reset to the original image)

Auto adjustment

Brightness

3Press [C/F] to adjust the option.

•You can also drag the slider or touch +/- to adjust the option.

•If you selected , skip to step 4.

4Touch OK.

5Touch to save.

Contrast

Saturation

RGB adjustment

Color Temperature

Exposure

Hue

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Retouching faces

1

2

Touch .

Press [C/F] to adjust the option.

•You can also drag the slider or touch +/- to adjust the option.

•As the number increases, the skin tone becomes brighter and smoother.

3Touch OK.

•To cancel correction, touch .

4Touch to save.

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Applying Smart Filter effects

Apply special effects to your photos.

1 Touch			, and then touch an option.
			Smart Filter : Vignetting

	Option	Description
	Original	No effect
	Vignetting	Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast,
		and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras.
	Miniature	Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject
		appear in miniature.
	Colored Pencil	Apply a colored pencil painting effect.
	Watercolor	Apply a watercolor painting effect.
	Wash drawing	Apply a washed-out effect.

Option		Description
Oil Sketch		Apply an oil sketching effect.
Ink Sketch		Apply an ink sketching effect.
Acryl		Apply an acryl painting effect.
Negative		Apply a negative film effect.
Red		Desaturate all colors but red.
Green		Desaturate all colors but green.
Blue		Desaturate all colors but blue.
Yellow		Desaturate all colors but yellow.

2Touch OK.

3Touch to save.

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Chapter 4

Wireless network

Learn how to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs) and use functions.

Wireless network

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings

Learn to connect via an access point (AP) when you are in a range of a WLAN. You can also configure network settings.

Connecting to a WLAN

1Rotate the mode dial to B.

2Select, , , or .

3Press [m], and then select Wi-Fi Setting.

•In some modes, follow the on-screen instructions until the Wi-Fi Setting screen appears.

•The camera automatically searches for available AP devices.

4Select an AP.

Refresh

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Samsung3

Samsung4

Back

•Select Refresh to refresh the list of connectable APs.

•Select Add wireless network to add an AP manually. The AP name must be in English to add the AP manually.

Icon/Option Description

Ad hoc AP

Secured AP

WPS AP

Signal strength

Press [F] or touch to open network setting options.

•When you select a secured AP, a pop-up window appears. Enter the required passwords to connect to the WLAN. For information about entering text, refer to "Entering text". (p. 120)

•When a login page appears, refer to "Using the login browser". (p. 118)

•When you select an unsecured AP, the camera will connect to the WLAN.

• If you select a WPS profile supported AP, select WPS PIN connection, and then enter a PIN on the AP device. You can also connect to a WPS profile supported AP by selecting WPS button connection on the camera, and then pushing the WPS button on the AP device.

•The same AP may be listed twice, with different frequencies, because your camera supports the dual band function.

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	Setting network options
1		In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then press
		[F] or touch .
2		Select each option, and then enter the required information.
		Option		Description
		Network Password		Enter the network password.
		IP Setting		Set the IP address automatically or manually.

Manually setting the IP address

1	In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then press
	[F] or touch .
2	Select IP Setting Manual.
3	Select each option, and then enter the required information.
		Option		Description
		IP		Enter the static IP address.
		Subnet Mask		Enter the subnet mask.
		Gateway		Enter the gateway.
		DNS Server		Enter the DNS address.

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Using the login browser

You can enter your login information via the login browser when connecting to some APs, sharing sites, or cloud servers.

Icon Description

Close the login browser.

Move to the previous page.

Move to the next page.

Stop loading the page.

Reload the page.

•You may not be able to select some items depending on the page you connected to. This does not indicate a malfunction.

•The login browser may not close automatically after you log into some pages.

If this occurs, close the login browser by touching , and then proceed with the desired operation.

•It may take longer to load the login page due to the page size or network speed. If this occurs, wait until the login information input window appears.

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Network connection tips

•You must insert a memory card to use the Wi-Fi features.

•The quality of the network connection will be determined by the AP.

•The further the distance between your camera and the AP, the longer it will take to connect to the network.

•If a nearby device is using the same radio frequency signal as your camera, it may interrupt your connection.

•If your AP name is not in English, the camera may not be able to locate the device or the name may appear incorrectly.

•For network settings or a password, contact your network administrator or network service provider.

•If a WLAN requires authentication from the service provider, you may not be able to connect to it. To connect to the WLAN, contact your network service provider.

•Depending on the encryption type, the number of digits in the password may differ.

•A WLAN connection may not be possible in all surroundings.

•The camera may display a WLAN enabled printer on the AP List. You cannot connect to a network via a printer.

•You cannot connect your camera to a network and a TV simultaneously.

•Connecting to a network may incur additional charges. Costs will vary based on the conditions of your contract.

•If you cannot connect to a WLAN, try another AP from the available AP list.

•A login page may appear when you select free WLANs provided by some network service providers. Enter your ID and password to connect to the WLAN. For information about registering or the service, contact the network service providers.

•Be cautious when you enter personal information for an AP connection. Do not enter any payment or credit card information on your camera. The manufacturer is not liable for any problem caused by entering such information.

•Available network connections may differ by country.

•The WLAN feature of your camera must comply with radio transmission laws in your region. To ensure compliance, use the WLAN feature only in the country where you purchased the camera.

•The process for adjusting network settings may differ, depending on network conditions.

•Do not access a network that you are not authorized to use.

•Before you connect to a network, ensure your battery is fully charged.

•You cannot upload or send files captured in some modes.

•Files that you transfer to another device may not be supported by the device. In this case, use a computer to play back the files.

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Entering text	Icon	Description
Learn how to enter text. The icons in the table let you move the cursor,		Move the cursor.
		Stop entering text and return to the previous page.
change the case, etc. Touch a key to enter it.

Change case.

Switch between Symbol/Number mode and the normal mode.

Change the input language.

Enter a space.

Save the displayed text.

Delete the last letter.

• You can use only the English alphabets in some modes, regardless of the display language.

• You can enter up to 64 characters.

• The screen may differ depending on the input mode.

• Touch and hold a key to enter the character at the upper right corner of the key.

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