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Samsung AD68-04519A Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 This Quick Start manual has been specially designed to guide you through the basic functions and features of your device. Please read the Quick Start Manual and User Manual carefully to ensure safe and correct use. For more information, refer to the User Manual included on the supplied CD-ROM.

  • Page 2: Health And Safety Information

    fl ash too close to your subject’s eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your camera. •...
  • Page 3 • 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 using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and internal components.
  • Page 4 Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or void your warranty. Protect your camera’s lens • Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
  • Page 5 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Marking Smart Auto Program Aperture Priority Shutter Speed Priority Manual Night Portrait Landscape Scene Movie Shooting mode explanation shown next to the title This shows that the functions explained can only be selected from within the shooting mode.
  • Page 6 Menu display used in this manual Menu display of the photo shooting mode Shooting 1( Shooting 3( Setting 1( Setting 3( Shooting 2( User setup ( Setting 2( Menu display of the movie shooting mode Shooting 1( Shooting 3( Shooting 2( Ex) Setting the image quality of movie fi...
  • Page 7 Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter • Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down • Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Subject, background, and composition • Subject: the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life •...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Unpacking ... 10 Title and role of each part ... 11 Diopter adjustment dial/Eye-cup/Status lamp ... 13 Description for each part of the lens ... 14 Preparations before shooting ... 15 Charging the battery ... 15 Installing the battery ... 16 Installing the memory card ...
  • Page 9 Transferring fi les to your computer ... 73 For Windows users ... 73 Using Samsung Master ... 76 Using the Samsung RAW Converter ... 77 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ... 78 Finding more about the playback/ editing function ... 79 Camera settings menu ...

  • Page 10: Unpacking

    Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Camera (Body cap, USB cable eye-cup, Hot-shoe cover included) Charger/AC power Quick Start Manual cable The actual components or optional parts may differ from the illustrations above. For information about optional items, see “Accessories (optional items).” (CD-ROM User manual, page 123) Battery Strap...

  • Page 11: Title And Role Of Each Part

    Title and role of each part For more detailed information, refer to the CD-ROM User manual ( Mode dial Drive mode button Green button* Dial Shutter button Power switch AF-assist light / timer lamp Lens mount index Depth preview button Lens mount Body cap * Use the green button [ ].
  • Page 12 Title and role of each part Eye-cup Viewfinder MENU button Eye sensor* Display Status lamp Tripod mount *Use of eye sensor This product will automatically convert to EVF when the users try to use the view-finder (EVF) by operating the eye sensor in Auto Select mode and all the information will be shown on the view- finder.

  • Page 13: Diopter Adjustment Dial/Eye-Cup/Status Lamp

    Title and role of each part Diopter adjustment dial/Eye-cup/Status lamp Use of Diopter adjustment dial It is possible to adjust the viewfinder appropriate for the eyesight of user. If the image is not shown clearly through the viewfinder, move Eyesight the eyesight adjustment dial in adjustment the left/right direction to have a...

  • Page 14: Description For Each Part Of The Lens

    Lens [SAMSUNG 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OIS] • When purchasing the lens separately, please contact a Samsung service center to verify the compatibility of the camera an lens. • This information in this user manual is based on the to the lens user manual for more information about the lens.

  • Page 15: Preparations Before Shooting

    To remove the battery from the charger, lift slightly in the direction of the arrow. • Please use designated charger or batteries for proper use. SAMSUNG is not responsible for any accident that may occur from using a product other than designated. AC power cord...

  • Page 16: Installing The Battery

    Preparations before shooting Installing the battery Open by pushing in the direction of the arrow. Lock lever Close by pushing down in the direction of the arrow. When taking out the battery, pull down slightly on the lock lever. You can then remove the battery.

  • Page 17: Installing The Memory Card

    Preparations before shooting Installing the memory card After checking the direction • To remove the memory card, push the card of metal slightly in the direction of insertion. terminal, you • Please do not remove the memory card can insert the or battery while the status indicator lamp memory card.

  • Page 18: Mounting/Dismounting The Lens

    Mounting or dismounting the lens while the camera is powered off is desirable to ensure the stable operation of the lens. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any accident, damage, or trouble caused by using other company's lens. • The body cap protects the product from scratches or dust when you transport it.

  • Page 19: Connecting The Strap

    Preparations before shooting Connecting the strap Connecting the strap to the camera body so you can carry the camera easily.

  • Page 20: Turning On The Power And Initialization

    Turning on the power and initialization When turning the power on/off, please set the power switch to ON/OFF. When you turn on the camera for the fi rst time, the camera may ask you to set the language and date. Date &...
  • Page 21 Turning on the power and initialization Press [ ] to select Time Zone and then press [ ]. Select a desired world time zone by pressing [ / ]. Time Zone London [GMT +00:00] 2010/01/01 01:10 AM MENU Back To set daylight saving time, press [ ]. Press [ ] again to disable.

  • Page 22: Icons

    Turning on the power and initialization All the details shown on the view fi nder will appear identically on the display. By using the live view function, the user can take a picture conveniently without having to look through the viewfi nder. The icons shown on the screen are for when the OIS and AF/MF switches on the lens are in use.
  • Page 23 Turning on the power and initialization Shooting option display (left) Size Movie size Image quality Movie quality Focus area Flash Flash light adjustment Color space Smart range Voice recording Fader Wind Cut Shooting option display (right) Drive mode Timer AF mode White balance White balance adjustment Metering option...

  • Page 24: Option/Menu Selection Method

    Option/menu selection method After pressing [MENU], you can select an option or menu by pressing [ / ] or [ ]. Press [MENU] in the Shooting mode. You can select a desired option or menu by pressing [ / / / ] or [ ]. OK button, AF/MF setting, Menu Setting Selection AF...

  • Page 25: Using [Fn]

    Option/menu selection method Using [Fn] By pressing the [Fn] function button, you can easily access major functions such as Quality, Size, AF area, Flash, Color Space, Smart Range, and OIS. Example. Flash setting in the P mode Set the Mode dial to P. Press the [Fn] button on the body of camera.

  • Page 26: Changing The Display Type

    Changing the display type Learn how to change basic display and sound settings according to your preferences. Changing the display type You can select the icons and options the camera displays in the Shooting and Play modes by selecting a Display Type. Press [DISP] repeatedly.

  • Page 27: Setting The Screen Display

    Changing the display type Setting the screen display The screen display can be set according to the user’s convenience. In Shooting mode, Press [MENU]. Select Setting 3 ( ) → Select Display Select desired option. Display Select Auto Auto Select Video Out Main Display NTSC...

  • Page 28: Simple Picture-Taking Method

    Simple picture-taking method Using the Smart Auto mode, you can take a picture easily with minimum setup. Rotate the mode dial to Align your subject in the frame. All the details shown on the view fi nder will appear identically on the display. 0001 SMART WHITE...

  • Page 29: Tips For Getting A Clearer Photo

    Tips Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Please make sure that your hand, hair, and strap do not interfere with the lens or fl ash. Image stabilization • To avoid the blurring effect of camera shake, set the optical Image Stabilization (OIS) function.

  • Page 30: Getting Your Subject In Focus

    Getting your subject in focus Under the following circumstances, it may be diffi cult to get your subject in focus: • When the color contrast is not clear (When someone is wearing clothes similar in color to the background) • When the subject is in front of a strong backlight •...
  • Page 31 Using the manual focus If the auto focus function does not operate normally due to the environmental factors, your can set the lens to Manual Focus (MF) and adjust the focus manually. When the lens’ focus method is set to Manual Focus (MF), this function helps focus the subject by expending the screen automatically.

  • Page 32: Setting The Automatic/Manual Focus Function

    Setting the automatic/manual focus function You can set the camera to adjust focus automatically or manually by using the AF/MF switch on the side of the lens. Using automatic focus Set the AF/MF switch of the camera to AF. The focus adjusts automatically when you press the shutter button half way down.

  • Page 33: Optical Image Stabilization (Ois)

    Optical Image Stabilization (OIS ) Use the optical image stabilization (OIS) function when taking pictures to minimize camera shake and improve focus. Using the OIS switch of lens The OIS function can be used only in the case that the lens in use has the OIS function. To use this function, please set [OIS] to ON.

  • Page 34: Depth Preview

    Depth preview When you are not using the depth preview function, you can only see the subject through the camera in the condition of the maximum aperture (minimum f-number) in the shooting mode. Use the Depth of Field Preview function before taking a picture to view the depth of fi eld of the scene as it looks with the lens set to its current f-stop number.

  • Page 35: Using The Smart Auto Mode

    Using the Smart Auto mode The smart auto mode allows taking pictures under an optimized condition since the camera recognizes various photographing conditions automatically. Therefore, even a beginner can use the camera easily. Rotate the mode dial to Align your subject in the frame. •...

  • Page 36: Using The Program Mode

    Using the Program mode In the program mode, the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture value to maintain the correct exposure. Rotate the mode dial to P. Set options. • For a list of options, refer to “Extended shooting functions.”...

  • Page 37: Using The Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Or Manual Mode

    Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode By using the aperture value of adjusting light volume and shutter speed, you can take pictures of desired exposure. As for the shooting modes that allows adjusting the aperture value and shutter speed, there are the aperture priority mode, shutter speed priority mode, and manual mode.

  • Page 38: Using The Shutter Priority Mode

    Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Shutter Priority mode The Shutter Priority mode lets you set the shutter speed manually while the camera automatically selects an appropriate aperture value. Rotate the Mode dial to S. Rotate the dial to adjust the shutter speed.

  • Page 39: Using The Manual Mode

    Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Manual mode In the manual mode, you can take pictures by setting various shot options directly including the shutter speed and aperture value. Rotate the Mode dial to M. Rotate the dial to adjust the shutter speed.

  • Page 40: Using The Night/Portrait/Landscape Mode

    Using the Night/Portrait/Landscape mode Using the night mode Night mode provides the optimal exposure settings for dark or night time environments. Rotate the Mode dial to Align your subject in the frame and half- press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take a photo. When you use Night mode, we recommended you also use a tripod, shutter release, or Timer function...

  • Page 41: Using The Scene Mode

    Using the Scene mode Since an appropriate option is set in advance by the scene, the shot can be taken conveniently by selecting a scene appropriate for the situation. Rotate the Mode dial to Select a scene. Press [MENU] to select a scene. You can select a desired scene.

  • Page 42: Using The Beauty Shot Mode

    Using the scene mode Using the Beauty Shot mode In the beauty shot mode, you can take pictures with options that make faces appear smooth and blemish-free. Rotate the Mode dial to Press [MENU]. ) → SCENE → Select Shooting1 ( Beauty Shot.

  • Page 43: Recording A Movie

    Recording a movie In the movie shooting mode, you can shoot videos in High Defi nition quality (1280x720). You can continue recording movies up to 25 minutes. The recorded video is saved as an H.264 (MPEG-4. AVC) fi le. Rotate the Mode dial to Press [MENU].
  • Page 44 Recording a movie • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is the latest video coding format established in 2003 collaboratively by ISO-IEC and ITU-T. Since this format uses a high compression rate, more data can be saved in less memory space. • If you use a slow writing memory card, your movie's recording can be interrupted because the card can not process data at the rate the video is being shot.

  • Page 45: Finding More About The Basic Shooting Function

    Finding more about the basic shooting function For more detailed information, refer to the CD-ROM User manual ( Chapter Function Description Using When using the manual mode, you can set to the bulb exposure Using the the bulb mode by turning the dial once more at the shutter speed of 30" manual mode exposure (sec.).

  • Page 46: Setting The Resolution And Quality

    Setting the resolution and quality You can also set the Resolution function by pressing [Fn] in the shooting mode. Setting a resolution To capture the high level of detail and excellent image quality in your picture or video, it is a good idea to set the resolution to the highest setting.

  • Page 47: Setting The Image Quality Of The Picture

    If you want to save the RAW data into an image fi le format such as JPEG or TIFF, use the provided software (SAMSUNG RAW Converter). RAW fi les have an "SRW" extension. (For example: “SAM_9999.SRW”) Setting the quality of a movie The camera saves movies in normal or high quality.

  • Page 48: Using The Timer Function

    Using the timer function The function can be set directly by pressing [ ] in the shooting mode. Setting the timer function In the Shooting mode, press [MENU]. Select Shooting 2 ( ) → Drive. Press [Fn] after selecting Timer. Select the operation time by rotating the dial or pressing [ You can select the timer setting from 2 ~ 30...

  • Page 49: Taking A Picture In A Dark Place

    Taking a picture in a dark place The function can be set directly by pressing [Fn] in the shooting mode. Using the flash popup button The fl ash operates when you pop-up the built-in fl ash by pressing the fl ash button. When the fl ash is closed, it will not burst out the light and the modes support automatic popup and fl...

  • Page 50: Using The Red-Eye Fi X Function

    Taking a picture in a dark place • You can take a better picture if the subject is located within the operational range of the fl ash. (Refer to the Guide Number in “Specifi cation,”) • You can set the auto fl ash option for external fl...

  • Page 51: 1St Curtain, 2Nd Curtain

    Taking a picture in a dark place 1st Curtain, 2nd Curtain The following images were obtained by taking the pictures of straight-moving subject along with the respective options of 1st Curtain and 2nd Curtain. In case of using the 1st Curtain fl ash function, the front part of action is remained clearly since the fl...

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Amount Of Fl Ash Light

    Taking a picture in a dark place Adjusting the amount of flash light When setting a fl ash option, you can adjust the brightness of the fl ash. In the Shooting mode, press [MENU]. ) → Flash. Select Shooting 2 ( Press the [Fn] button after selecting a desired item.

  • Page 53: Focusing Methods

    Focusing methods Changing the Focusing methods You can select a focusing method appropriate to the subject you are photographing. In the Shooting mode, press [MENU]. Select Shooting 2 ( ) → AF Mode → an option. When you press [Shutter] half Single AF way down, the focus fi...

  • Page 54: Changing The Focus Area

    Focusing methods Changing the focus area The AF Area function changes the positions of the focus area or areas and can give you clearer, sharper pictures. In the Shooting mode, press [MENU]. Select Shooting 2 ( ) → AF Area → an option.

  • Page 55: Setting The Focus Of The Selected Area

    Focusing methods Setting the focus of the selected area In the shooting composition, a shot may be taken by setting the focus to the area desired by user. In the Shooting mode, press [MENU]. Select Shooting 2 ( ) → AF Area →...

  • Page 56: Setting The Mf Assist

    Focusing methods Setting the MF Assist When the lens’ focus method is set to Manual Focus (MF), this function helps focus the subject by expending the screen automatically. Set the focus method to Manual Focus. ) → MF Assist Select Shooting 2 ( Select a desired option.

  • Page 57: Face Detection

    Face detection When you use the Face Detection AF function, you can set the focus around a person's face when taking a portrait shot. This function can also be useful when shooting a self-portrait. Normal face detection When you use the Face Detection AF option, the camera sets the auto focus based on the faces in the frame.

  • Page 58: Self-Portrait Face Detection

    Face detection Self-portrait face detection With Self-Portrait AF on, the camera chirps rapidly when your face is in focus. In the Shooting mode, press [MENU]. ) → AF Area → Select Shooting 2 ( Self-Portrait AF. Press [Shutter] if having an info sound of shooting.

  • Page 59: Brightness And Color Adjustment Of Picture

    Brightness and color adjustment of picture Adjusting the exposure (brightness) The images can be taken bright or dark according to the amount of light. In this case, appropriate adjustment can be made by controlling the amount of light entered into the lens. Applying - Applying + Check the focus of the subject in shooting...

  • Page 60: Setting The White Balance

    Brightness and color adjustment of picture Setting the white balance Different light sources will affect the resulting color of your picture. To take a picture with colors close to what is seen with our own eyes, please select the white balance appropriate for the light source or manually adjust the color temperature desired.

  • Page 61: Changing The Shooting Method

    Changing the shooting method It can be diffi cult to take a picture of a fast moving object, a quick facial expression, or the rapid motion of a person. In this case, please select the successive shooting option appropriate for the situation. Successive shooting method and timer setup You can select the successive shooting option appropriate for the situation.
  • Page 62 Changing the shooting method • The options may differ depending on the Shooting mode. • The WB BKT and P Wiz BKT functions correct the image after you take the shot. • If you set the photo quality to the RAW format, you can not use the bracketing options (WB BKT, P Wiz BKT).

  • Page 63: Special Effect/Photo Retouching

    Special effect/photo retouching Picture wizard The Picture Wizard function lets you select various looks and emotional moods for your pictures. In the Shooting mode, press [MENU]. ) → Picture Wizard Select Shooting 1 ( → an option. Vivid Color ▒ Saturation Sharpness Contrast...

  • Page 64: Finding More About The Extended Shooting Function

    Finding more about the extended shooting function For more detailed information, refer to the CD-ROM User manual ( Chapter Function Setting the resolution and Noise reduction image quality Taking a Using an picture in the external fl ash dark place (optional item) AF priority shot Focus change...
  • Page 65 Finding more about the extended shooting function Chapter Function Exposure adjustment Changing the brightness measurement method Fine-adjustment Adjusting the of white balance brightness and User setup of color of picture white balance Adjusting the color temperature Color space Smart range Changing the Detailed bracket shooting method...

  • Page 66: Play (Picture/Movie)

    Play (picture/movie) Viewing pictures in the play mode You can view saved pictures and movies. Press [ • Shows most recently saved fi le. View the pictures sequentially using [ / ]. When the playback screen is selected • more than once, the last shown picture or movie is selected to be shown dur- ing playback.
  • Page 67 Play (picture/movie) 18mm 4592 X 3056 2010.01.01 1/40 F3.5 00004/00009 Shot image RGB histogram Shooting mode, metering, fl ash, white balance, picture wizard, focal length Shutter speed, aperture value, ISO, selected fi le / total number of fi les / battery information Movie playback information screen 00:00 Play...

  • Page 68: View Fi Les In The Smart Album By Category

    Play (picture/movie) View fi les in the smart album by category The fi les can be classifi ed and shown by the fi le, date (day), date (week), and type. In Playback mode, press Press [MENU] Select a desired playback method. Type Date Week...

  • Page 69: File Protection

    Play (picture/movie) File protection You can protect fi les from accidental deletion. Press [AEL] in the play mode. appears on the display. Press [AEL] to cancel. Deleting a fi le Files can be selected and deleted in the play mode. The function can be set by pressing [MENU] in the playback mode Deleting one picture...

  • Page 70: Enlargement/Reduction

    Play (picture/movie) Enlargement/reduction A picture can be enlarged when searching in play mode. Enlargement Press [ ] to enlarge. (Press [ ] to reduce) Magnifi ed part x1.7 x1.7 Magnifi cation (The maximum magnifi cation may differ by resolution) Full Image Trim Move en- largement on...

  • Page 71: View A Movie

    Play (picture/movie) Set to a desired option. Select Slide Show Play. → To play the slide show repeatedly, please • select the repeat option Watch the slide show. To stop slide show, press [ ] and then • press [ / ]. Pause/Play Press the [ ] button.
  • Page 72 Play (picture/movie) Capturing a picture You can capture a frame of the movie as a picture while playing back the movie. Press [ ] in the play mode. Press [ ] while playing a movie. Press [ ] in the pause state. •...

  • Page 73: Transferring Fi Les To Your Computer

    • 64-bit Edition of Windows XP and Vista. Programs contained on the CD Program Purpose Edit photos and videos. Samsung Master View videos (H.264 (MPEG-4. QuickTime Player 7.6 AVC) fi les) on a PC. Convert RAW fi les into the...

  • Page 74: Transferring Files To Your Computer

    Transferring files to your computer Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. When the setup screen is displayed, click Samsung Digital Camera Installer to start installation. Select programs to install, and follow the onscreen instructions. Click Exit to complete the installation, and then restart your computer.
  • Page 75 Transferring files to your computer Turn on the camera. • In the popup window, select Computer. On your PC, select My Computer → Removable Disk → DCIM → "XXXPHOTO," or select "XXX_MMDD" folder. Select the fi les you want, and then drag or save them to your PC.

  • Page 76: Using Samsung Master

    PC. For details, see the Help menu. This program does not support the editing of video fi les (H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC)) on the camera. Downloading fi les using Samsung Master When you connect the camera to the PC, a window for downloading fi les automatically appears.

  • Page 77: Using The Samsung Raw Converter

    Displays the color layers of the selected image. ④ Ð Preview window Displays the selected image. • Refer to the [Help] menu in the Samsung RAW Converter for further information. • You can download the Samsung RAW Converter program for Macintosh from the Samsung website.

  • Page 78: Printing Photos With A Photo Printer (Pictbridge)

    Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer with a USB cable. Turn on your camera. Select Printer in the popup window. •...

  • Page 79: Finding More About The Playback/Editing Function

    Finding more about the playback/editing function For more detailed information, refer to the CD-ROM User manual ( Chapter Function Play Auto rotate (picture/ Highlight movie) Changing the resolution Rotating Red-eye fi x Adjusting the backlight Editing Pictures Picture style Face retouching Setting the print options (DPOF) >...

  • Page 80: Camera Settings Menu

    Camera settings menu You can set the camera use environment using the setup menu. Press [MENU] in the shooting or play mode. Select a desired setup menu. Setup menu items Quickview 1sec Display Adjust Display Save 3min Power Save 1min Date&Time Sound Exit...

  • Page 81: Sound

    Camera settings menu Sound System You can set the camera use environment using the setup menu. Volume (Off, Low, Medium*, High) AF Sound Sets the sound the camera makes in AF mode on or off. (Off, On*) Button Sets the sound the camera makes when you press buttons on or off. (Off, On*) Sound Display Language Select the language the camera shows on the display.

  • Page 82: Normal Setup 1

    Camera settings menu Normal setup 1( This formats the memory card (deleting all the fi les including protected fi les). (Yes, No*) Error can occur if using a card formatted by another brand of camera, Format memory card reader or computer. Please use the card after formatting it from the camera.

  • Page 83: Normal Setup 2

    Camera settings menu Normal setup 2( This sets the power turned off automatically if not being used for a while. (0.5 min, 1min*, 3min, 5min, 10min, 30min) Power • The camera retains the power-off time setting even if you replace the battery. Save •...

  • Page 84: Normal Setup 3

    Camera settings menu Normal setup 3( Auto Select* : Convert between Main Display and EVF by eye sensor Select Main Display : The screen will be shown only through Main Display Display EVF : The screen will be shown only through EVF Sensor Cleaning : Removes the dust of sensor when executing this menu Start Up Action : If set, the dust of sensor is removed whenever turning on the power.
  • Page 85 Lens Firmware: Upgrades the fi rmware of the lens. • You can download fi rmware upgrades from www.samsungimaging.co.kr or Firmware www.samsung.com. Update • You can not run a fi rmware upgrade without a fully charged the battery. Recharge the battery fully before running a fi rmware upgrade or attach the adaptor to provide power (optional) •...

  • Page 86: Error Messages

    Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Card Error • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and then insert it again. • Format your memory card. (p. 82) Card Locked Unlock the memory card.

  • Page 87: Before Contacting A Service Center

    If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or authorized Samsung service center. Situation Suggested remedies •...
  • Page 88 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The camera freezes Remove the battery, and then insert it again. • The fl ash option may be set to The fl ash does not work • You cannot use the fl ash in the The fl...
  • Page 89 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Your photo is overexposed. • Adjust the exposure value. (p. 59) The photo is too • Adjust the aperture value or the shutter speed. (p. 37) bright • Turn off the fl ash. (p. 49) •...
  • Page 90 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The codec installed in your computer may not be compatible with the video fi les you want to play. Use QuickTime • Using QuickTime 1. Install QuickTime 2. Play videos using QuickTime Your computer cannot •...

  • Page 91: Camera Specifi Cations

    Sensor size 23.4×15.6mm Effective Pixel Approx. 14.6 Mega-pixels Total Pixel Approx. 15.1 Mega-pixels Color Filter RGB primary color fi lter Lens Mount Samsung NX Mount Usable Lens Samsung Lenses Image Lens Shift (depends on Type Stabilization Lens) Dust Type Super sonic drive...
  • Page 92 Camera specifications Specifi cation Shutter Electronically controlled Type vertical-run focal plane shutter Auto: 1/4000sec. ~ 30sec. Manual: 1/4000sec. ~ Speed 30sec. (1/3EV or 1/2EV step) Bulb (Limit time : 8 min) Exposure TTL 247 (19x13) Block segment Metering Metering : Multi, Center- System weighted, Spot Metering range : EV0 ~ 18...
  • Page 93 Angle of View 28mm wide-angle Coverage (Equivalent to 35mm) Sync. Speed Less than 1/180sec. Flash -2 - +2EV (0.5EV step) Compensation Samsung External Flash External Flash available (SEF 42A, SEF 20A) (optional) Synchro (Flash Hot Shoe attachment) White Balance Modes...
  • Page 94 Camera specifications Specifi cation Shooting Smart Auto, Program, Shutter Priority AE, Modes Aperture Priority AE, Manual, Night, Portrait, Landscape, Scene, Movie Beauty shot, Children, Close Up, Text, Sunset, Scene Mode Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach & Snow JPEG (3:2): 14M (4592x3056), 10M (3872x2592), 6M (3008x2000), 2M (1920x1280),...
  • Page 95 2M(W) : Super Fine 872, Fine 1573, Normal 2638 Movie : 1280x720 : High Quality 15min., Normal 22min. 640x480 : High Quality 44min., Normal 66min. 320x240 : High Quality 145min., Normal 210min. These fi gures are measured under the Samsung standard...
  • Page 96 0 ~ 40 °C Temperature Operating 5 ~ 85% Humidity Software Samsung Master, Application Samsung RAW Converter, QuickTime Player 7.6 * Specifi cations are subject to change without prior notice * All trademarks are the property of their respective owners...

  • Page 97: Lens Specifi Cations

    Lens specifications Lens Name SAMSUNG 30mm F2 30mm (equivalent to 46.2mm Focal Length in 35mm format) 5 elements in 5 groups Elements in Groups (1 Aspherical lens included) Angle of View 50.2° F2 (Min. F22), (Number of Aperture Blades : 7 , Circular Aperture...

  • Page 98: Index

    Index Changing the shooting method 61 Adjusting exposure 5 Continuous shooting 61 AEL function 30 Color temperature 65 Automatic focus 32 Color space 65 Aperture priority mode Center-weighted metering Aperture value 37 Camera specifi cations AF Priority 64 AF assist light 64 AE BKT 65 AF Sound 81 Direction keys 5...
  • Page 99 Spot metering 65 Recording a movie 43 Smart range 65 Resolution 46 Smart album 68 Slide show 70 Wind Cut 45 Samsung Master 73 White balance 60 Samsung Raw Converter WB BKT 61 Windows users 73 Sound 81 System volume 81...
  • Page 100 Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www.samsungimaging.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries. AD68-04519A (1.2)

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