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User Manual See the world in perfect detail See the world in perfect detail This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
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Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics' commitment to of the Microsoft Corporation. sustainable development and social responsibility through • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. eco-driven business and management activities.
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Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight. dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals.
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Wireless Technology Research. • Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by If you have any reason to suspect that your camera is interfering with unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories.
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Health and safety information Do not touch the flash while it fires. Never use a damaged battery, or memory card. The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin. This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a fire. Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose Check that the camera is operating properly before use.
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Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience. To prevent unwanted interference, use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories. Use your camera in the normal position.
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Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual Shooting mode indications Icon Function Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto Additional information Program Safety warnings and precautions Aperture Priority Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Shutter Priority Page number of related information Manual The order of options or menus you must select to...
Contents Tips Chapter 1 Concepts in Photography My Camera Shooting postures ............... 13 Getting started ................29 Holding the camera ................13 Unpacking ..................29 Standing photography ..............13 Camera layout ................30 Crouching photography ..............14 Display icons ................33 Using the display ................
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Contents Shooting modes ................44 ISO sensitivity ................62 t Smart Auto mode ............44 White Balance (light source) ............63 P Program mode................45 White Balance options ..............63 Program Shift .................. 45 Customizing preset options ............. 64 A Aperture Priority mode .............. 46 Picture Wizard (photo styles) ............
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Contents Flash..................... 78 Chapter 3 Flash options ................. 78 Playback/Editing Correcting the red-eye effect ............79 Searching and managing files ............ 93 Using the built-in flash ..............79 Viewing photos ................93 Adjusting the flash intensity ............80 Viewing image thumbnails ............. 93 Metering ..................
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Contents Chapter 4 Sending photos or videos via email ......... 114 Changing email settings .............. 114 Wireless network Storing your information ..............114 Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings ..104 Setting an email password ............115 Changing the email password ............115 Connecting to a WLAN ..............
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Setting 3 ..................135 Transferring files using Intelli-studio ..........149 GPS .................... 136 Using Samsung RAW Converter ..........150 Requirements for Windows ............150 Requirements for Mac ..............150 Using the Samsung RAW Converter Interface ....... 151 Editing RAW format files ..............151...
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Contents Chapter 7 Before contacting a service center .......... 163 Appendix Camera specifications .............. 166 Glossary ..................171 Error messages ................. 154 Optional accessories ..............177 Maintaining the camera ............155 Index ..................179 Cleaning the camera ..............155 Camera lens and display ............... 155 FCC notice .................
Concepts in Photography Shooting postures Standing photography Compose your shot; stand up straight with your feet shoulder-length A correct posture for stabilizing the camera is necessary for taking a apart, and keep your elbows pointed down. good photo. Even if you hold a camera correctly, the wrong posture can cause the camera to shake.
Concepts in Photography Crouching photography Using the display Compose your shot, crouch with one knee touching the ground, and Swing the display outwards 180° and rotate it up or down for keep a straight posture. high- and low-angle photos or self portraits ( ).
Concepts in Photography Low-angle shot High-angle shot A low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below the eyeline, A high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above the eyeline, looking up the subject. looking down on the subject.
Concepts in Photography The size of the aperture is represented by a value known as an Aperture “F-number.” The f-number represents the focal length divided by the diameter of the lens. For example, if a lens with a 50 mm focal length The aperture, a hole that controls the amount of light that enters the has an f-number of F2, the diameter of the aperture is 25 mm.
Concepts in Photography Aperture value and the depth of field The aperture housing contains several blades. These blades move together and control the amount of light passing through the center of the aperture. You can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the The number of blades also affects the shape of light when shooting night aperture.
Concepts in Photography Therefore, the faster the shutter speed, the less light will be let in. Shutter speed Likewise, the slower the shutter speed, the more light will be let in. Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close As the photos below illustrate, a slow shutter speed allows more time the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as to let light in, so the photo becomes brighter.
Concepts in Photography Because a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less sensitive ISO sensitivity to light, you need more light to have an optimal exposure. When using a low ISO sensitivity, open the aperture more or reduce the shutter The exposure of an image is determined by the sensitivity of the speed to allow more light to enter the camera.
Concepts in Photography How the aperture setting, shutter speed, Settings Results and ISO sensitivity control exposure The aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity are closely Fast speed interconnected in photography. The aperture setting controls the = less light Shutter speed opening that regulates the light that enters the camera, while the shutter Slow speed speed determines the length of time that light is allowed to enter.
Concepts in Photography Long focal length Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective Focal length, which is measured in millimeters, is the distance between telephoto lens the middle of the lens to its focal point. It affects the angle and perspective of captured images.
Concepts in Photography What controls out-of-focus effects? Depth of field Portraits or still-life photos mostly acclaimed by people are the ones on DOF depends on aperture value which the background is out of focus so the subject looks pronounced. Depending on the focused areas, a photo can be blurred or sharpened. The wider the aperture is (namely the lower the aperture value), the This is called ‘a low DOF’...
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Concepts in Photography DOF depends on focal length DOF depends on the distance between the subject and the camera The longer the focal length is, the lower the DOF gets. A telescope lens with a longer focal length than a telescope lens with a short focal length The shorter the distance between the subject and the camera is, the is better to capture a photo of a low DOF.
Concepts in Photography DOF preview Composition You can use the Depth preview button to get an idea of what your shot It is fun to capture a photo of the beauty of world with a camera. No will look like before shooting. When you press the button, the camera matter how the world is beautiful, however, a poor composition cannot adjusts the aperture to the predefined settings and shows the results on capture the beauty of it.
Concepts in Photography Using the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling Photos with two subjects compositions. Below are a few examples. If your subject is in one corner of the photo, it creates an unbalanced composition. You can stabilize the photo by capturing a second subject in the opposite corner to balance the weight of the photo.
Concepts in Photography Flash guide number Flash The model number of a flash refers to the flash’s power, and the Light is one of the most important components in photography. It’s maximum amount of light created is represented by a value known not easy, however, to have an enough amount of light anytime and as a “guide number.”...
Concepts in Photography Bounce Photography Bounce photography refers to the method of bouncing light off of the ceiling or walls so that the light spreads evenly over the subject. Normally, photos captured with flash may appear unnatural and cast shadows. Subjects in photos captured with bounce photography cast no shadows and look smooth due to evenly spread light.
The illustrations may differ from your actual items. • You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories. For information about accessories, refer to page 177.
My Camera Camera layout Name Name Jog dial Hot-shoe cover • In the Menu screen: Move to a Hot-shoe desired menu item. • In Shooting mode: Adjust shutter Built-in flash (p. 79) speed or aperture value in some Flash pop-up button (p. 79) shooting modes and change the size of a focus area.
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Camera layout My Camera > Name Name AEL button (p. 129) Playback button • In Shooting mode: Lock the adjusted Enter Playback mode. exposure value or focus. Status lamp • In Playback mode: Protect the Indicate the status of the camera. displayed file.
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Camera layout My Camera > Name Proximity sensor (p. 129) USB, A/V, and shutter release port Connect the camera to a computer, TV, or shutter release. Use a shutter release cable with a tripod to minimize camera movement. HDMI port Battery chamber/Memory card cover Insert a memory card and battery.
Display icons My Camera > In Playback mode Viewing photos Playing videos London Mode Metering Flash Focal Length Information White Balance Movie Size Picture Wizard Date Size Date Pause Stop Description Icon Description Icon Description Volume Captured photo Playback speed Continuously captured file RGB histogram (p.
Focus ring (p. 72) Lens layout Lens hood mount index Lens SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS III lens (example) i-Function button (p. 51) AF/MF switch (p. 67) Lens contacts When not using the lens, attach the lens cap and lens mount cover to protect...
Lenses My Camera > SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED II lens (example) Locking or unlocking the lens To lock the lens, pull and hold the zoom lock switch away from the camera body and rotate the zoom ring clockwise. Description...
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Lenses My Camera > To unlock the lens, rotate the zoom ring counter-clockwise until you hear SAMSUNG 16 mm F2.4 lens (example) the click. You cannot capture a photo when the lens is locked. Description i-Function button (p. 51) Lens mount index Focus ring (p.
A range of supported aperture values. For example, 1:3.5-6.3 means the maximum aperture value range from 3.5 to 6.3. SAMSUNG 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 ED OIS lens (example) Focal length The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point (in millimeters).
• The illustrations may differ from the actual items. • You can purchase Samsung-approved accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for damage caused by using another manufacturer's accessories. Description Display icons...
flash fires a second time. • For more details about optional flashes, refer to the user manual for the flash. Use only Samsung-approved flashes. Using incompatible flashes may damage your camera. Mount the flash by sliding it into the hot-shoe. •...
Accessories My Camera > GPS module layout (optional) Attaching the GPS module Remove the hot-shoe cover from the camera. Description Mount the GPS module by sliding it into the hot-shoe. Status lamp POWER button Hot-shoe fastening dial Hot-shoe connection Battery cover...
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Accessories My Camera > Lock the GPS module into place by turning the hot-shoe fastening dial towards LOCK. Press the power button of the GPS module.
My Camera Shooting modes t Smart Auto mode Two simple shooting modes—Smart Auto and Scene mode—help you capture photos with numerous automatic settings. Additional modes allow for greater customization of settings. In Smart Auto mode, the camera recognizes surrounding conditions and automatically adjusts factors that contribute to exposure, including shutter speed, aperture value, metering, White Balance, and exposure compensation.
Shooting modes My Camera > P Program mode Program Shift Program Shift function lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture value so value while the camera maintains the same exposure. When you scroll that an optimal exposure value can be achieved.
Shooting modes My Camera > A Aperture Priority mode S Shutter Priority mode In Aperture Priority mode, the camera automatically calculates shutter In Shutter Priority mode, the camera automatically adjusts the aperture speed according to the aperture value you choose. You can adjust the value according to the shutter speed you choose.
Shooting modes My Camera > M Manual mode Using bulb Use a bulb to shoot night scenes or the night sky. While you are Manual mode lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value pressing [Shutter], the shutter is left open so you can create moving manually.
Shooting modes My Camera > T Custom mode Use the jog dial or the navigation button to scroll to a desired key, and then press [o] to enter a name for the Custom mode lets you create your own shooting modes by adjusting mode.
Shooting modes My Camera > Selecting custom modes Icon Description Delete the last letter. Rotate the mode dial to T. Move the cursor. Scroll the jog dial or rotate the navigation button, or press In ABC mode, change the case. [C/F] to select a mode, and then press [o].
You can also use this function by pressing [f]. Fully press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Available scene modes and filter effects (for SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS III lens): Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children, Backlight, Landscape, Sunset, Dawn, Beach & Snow, Night, Vignetting, Miniature, Fish Eye, Sketch, Defog,...
Shooting modes My Camera > Using i-Function in PASM modes Adjust the focus ring to select an option. • You can also scroll the jog dial to select an option. When you use the i-Function button on an i-Function lens, you can manually select and adjust shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, ISO sensitivity, and White Balance on the lens.
Shooting modes My Camera > Available options Adjust the focus ring to select an option. • You can also scroll the jog dial to select an option. Shooting mode • Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Aperture value Shutter speed 16:9...
Shooting modes My Camera > s Scene mode Icon Description • In 3D Panorama mode, your camera may not capture the In Scene mode, the camera selects the best settings for each type of very beginning or end of a scene due to the nature of the 3D scene.
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Shooting modes My Camera > Icon Description Icon Description Close Up: Capture detailed parts of Landscape: Capture still-life scenes a subject or small subjects, such as and landscapes. flowers or insects. Portrait: Automatically detect and Text: Clearly capture text from printed focus on human faces so that you or electronic documents.
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Shooting modes My Camera > Icon Description Icon Description Sound picture: Add a voice memo Backlight: Capture backlit subjects. before and after capturing a photo. → → To set the recording time, press [m] Sound Recording Time. Fireworks: Capture colorful fireworks at night.
Shooting modes My Camera > v Movie mode • 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 In Movie mode, you can shoot videos in Full High Definition (1920X1080) compression rate, more data can be saved in less memory space.
Shooting modes My Camera > Available functions by shooting mode Function Available in P*/A*/S*/M*/T*/i*/ Flash (p. 78) For details about shooting functions, see Chapter 2. s*/t* P/A/S/M/T/v Metering (p. 81) Function Available in P/A/S/M/T/i/s*/ P/A/S/M/T Smart range (p. 84) Size (p. 59) P/A/S/M/T/i*/v Smart Filter (p.
Chapter Shooting Functions Learn about the functions you can set in Shooting mode. You can enjoy more customized photos and videos by using the shooting functions.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Size As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more Photo size options pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase. Icon Size Recommended for...
Size Shooting Functions > Video size options Icon Size Recommended for 1920X1080 (30 FPS) (16:9) Viewing on a Full HDTV. 1920X810 (24 FPS) Viewing on an HDTV. (Approx. 2.35:1) 1280X720 (30 FPS) (16:9) Viewing on an HDTV. 640X480 (30 FPS) (4:3) Viewing on a TV.
• Recommended for editing after shooting. exposures, White Balances, tones, contrasts, and colors of the RAW RAW + S.Fine: Save a photo in both the JPEG files, or to convert them into JPEG or TIFF format, use the Samsung RAW+JPEG (S.Fine quality) and RAW format.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity value represents the sensitivity of camera to light. Examples The larger the ISO value, the more sensitive the camera is to light. Consequently, by selecting a higher ISO sensitivity value, you can capture photos in dim or dark places at faster shutter speeds.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions White Balance (light source) The color of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. Icon Description If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate Fluorescent NW*: Select when shooting under a daylight lighting condition to calibrate the White Balance, such as Auto WB, fluorescent lamp.
White Balance (light source) Shooting Functions > Customizing preset options Option Description Color Temperature: Manually adjust the color temperature of You can also customize preset White Balance options. the light source. Color temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin that indicates the specific type of light source. As the color →...
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White Balance (light source) Shooting Functions > Examples Auto WB Daylight Fluorescent Daylight Tungsten...
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Picture Wizard (photo styles) Picture Wizard lets you apply different photo styles to your photo to Examples create various looks and emotional moods. You can also create and save your own photo styles by adjusting color, saturation, sharpness, and contrast for each style.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions AF mode Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus according to the subjects. Single AF You can select a focusing mode appropriate to the subject among Single AF is appropriate for shooting a still subject. When you press Single Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, and Manual Focus.
AF mode Shooting Functions > Continuous AF Manual focus While you are pressing [Shutter] halfway, the camera continues to You can manually focus on a subject by rotating the focus ring on the automatic focusing. Once the focus area is fixed on the subject, lens.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions AF area The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area. Selection AF Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subject. When there are a lot You can set the focus on an area you want. Apply an out-of-focus effect of subjects, however, unwanted subjects can be in focus.
AF area Shooting Functions > Multi AF Face detection AF The camera displays a green rectangle in places where focus is set The camera focuses on human faces preferentially. Faces of up to correctly. The photo is divided into two or more areas, and the camera 10 people can be detected.
AF area Shooting Functions > Self-portrait AF It can be difficult to check whether your face is in focus when you are taking a self-portrait. When this function is on, the beep from the camera gets faster when your face is located at the center of the composition.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions MF assist In the manual focus (MF) mode, you have to rotate the focus ring on * Default the lens to focus manually. When you set the MF Assist function, you Option Description can achieve a clearer focus. This function is only available on a lens that The focus area is magnified by 7 times when you rotate the supports manual focus.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Use the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) function to minimize camera OIS options shake. OIS may not be available with some lenses. * Default Camera shake tends to occur in dark places or when shooting indoors. Icon Description In such cases, the camera uses slower shutter speeds in order to...
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Drive (shooting method) You can set the shooting method such as Continuous, Burst, Timer and Continuous so on. Continuously capture photos while you are pressing [Shutter]. You Select Single to capture one photo at a time. Select Continuous or can capture up to 3 photos (Continuous Low (3fps)) or 8 photos Burst to shoot fast moving subjects.
Drive (shooting method) Shooting Functions > Burst Timer Consecutively capture up to 10 shots per second (3 seconds), 15 shots Capture a photo with a delay of 2 to 30 seconds. The delay is per second (2 seconds), or 30 shots per second (1 second) when you adjustable in increments of 1 second.
Drive (shooting method) Shooting Functions > Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE Bracket) White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket) When you press [Shutter], the camera captures 3 consecutive When you press [Shutter], the camera captures 3 consecutive photos: photos: the original, one a step darker, and one a step lighter. Use a the original and two more with different White Balance settings.
Drive (shooting method) Shooting Functions > Picture Wizard Bracketing Bracketing setting (P Wiz Bracket) You can set up the options for AE Bracket, WB Bracket, and P Wiz Bracket. When you press [Shutter], the camera captures three consecutive photos, each with a different Picture Wizard setting. The camera →...
flash fires a second time. Auto: The flash automatically fires in dark places. Auto Red-eye: The flash automatically fires and prevents Use only Samsung-approved flashes. Using incompatible flashes may red-eyes. damage your camera. Fill in: The flash fires whenever you capture a photo.
Flash Shooting Functions > Correcting the red-eye effect Using the built-in flash If the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, To open the built-in flash, press the flash pop-up button. The flash does a red glow may appear in the eyes.
Flash Shooting Functions > Adjusting the flash intensity • Adjusting the flash intensity may not be effective when: the subject is too close to the camera Adjust the flash intensity to avoid overexposure or underexposure. you set a high ISO sensitivity You can adjust it ±2 levels.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Metering The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the Multi quantity of light. The Multi mode calculates the amount of light in multiple areas. When The camera measures the amount of light in a scene, and in many of its light is sufficient or insufficient, the camera adjusts the exposure by modes, uses the measurement to adjust various settings.
Metering Shooting Functions > Center-weighted Spot The Center-weighted mode calculates a broader area than the The Spot mode calculates the amount of light in the center. When you Spot mode does. It sums up the amount of light in the center portion capture a photo in conditions where there is a strong backlight behind of the shot (60 ~ 80 %) and that of the rest of the shot (20 ~ 40 %).
Metering Shooting Functions > 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.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Smart Range This function automatically corrects the loss of bright detail that can occur due to shading differences in the photo. → → To set Smart Range In Shooting mode, press [m] → options, Smart Range an option.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Smart Filter Smart Filter lets you apply special effects to your photos. You can select Icon Description various filter options to create special effects that are difficult to be Off: No effect achieved with normal lenses. Vignetting: Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Selective Color This function lets you select a color that you want to emphasize, and desaturates the others. You can select red, green, blue, or yellow from the menu. → → To set Selective In Shooting mode, press [f] Selective Color Color options,...
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Color space Digital imaging devices such as digital cameras, monitors, and printers have their own methods for representing colors, which are called color spaces. Adobe RGB Your camera lets you select two color spaces: sRGB or Adobe RGB. sRGB is widely used for creating colors on PC monitors and is also the standard color space for Exif.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions 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.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Exposure/Focus lock When you cannot achieve an appropriate exposure because of a strong color contrast or you want to capture a photo on which the subject is out of the auto focus area, lock the focus or exposure and then capture a photo.
Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Shooting Functions Video functions The functions available for video are explained below. Multi Motion Set the playing speed of a video. Movie AE mode → → To set recording In Video Shooting mode, press [f] Multi Motion speed options, an option.
Video functions Shooting Functions > Fader Voice You can fade in or fade out a scene using the fader function on the Sometimes, a muted video is more appealing than the one with sound. camera without having to do it on a PC. Use the function appropriately Turn the voice off to record a muted video.
Playback/Editing Searching and managing files Learn how to search photos and videos quickly through the thumbnail Viewing image thumbnails view and to protect and delete files. 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.
Searching and managing files Playback/Editing > Viewing files by category in Smart Album Viewing files as a folder Continuous and burst shots appear as a folder. Deleting a folder will In the thumbnail view, press [m]. delete all photos in the folder. →...
Searching and managing files Playback/Editing > Protecting files Deleting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. Delete files in Playback mode and secure more space on your memory card. Protected files are not deleted. → → → In Playback mode, press [m] Protect an option.
Searching and managing files Playback/Editing > Deleting multiple files Deleting all files You can select multiple files and delete them. You can delete all files on the memory card at once. → In Playback mode, press [ Multiple Delete. In Playback mode, press [m]. →...
Playback/Editing Viewing photos Enlarging a photo Viewing a slide show You can enlarge photos when viewing them in Playback mode. You can You can view photos in a slide show, apply various effects to the slide also use the Trim function to extract the portion of the image displayed show, and play background music.
Viewing photos Playback/Editing > Auto rotating With Auto Rotate on, the camera automatically rotates photos you have captured vertically so they fit the screen horizontally. → → To set auto rotate In Playback mode, press [m] Auto Rotate → options, an option.
Playback/Editing Playing videos You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video. Trimming a video during playback Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to begin. When paused, press [ Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to end.
Playing videos Playback/Editing > Capturing an image during playback Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still image. Press [I]. • The resolution of the captured image is the same as the video resolution. • The captured file is saved as a separate file under a new name.
Playback/Editing Editing photos Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, or eliminating * Default red-eye effects. Edited photos are saved as new files under different Icon Description file names. 3D photos, panoramic photos, and 3D panoramic photos Backlight: Correct the brightness of an underexposed photo. cannot be edited with the Image Edit function.
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Editing photos Playback/Editing > * Default Icon Description Face Retouch: Hide facial imperfections. The new file may be smaller than the original. Brightness: Adjust the brightness of a photo. The new file may be smaller than the original. Contrast: Adjust the sharpness of a photo. The new file may be smaller than the original.
Refresh • If you select a WPS profile supported AP, select WPS PIN Samsung 1 connection, and then enter a PIN on the AP device. You can Samsung 2 also connect to a WPS profile supported AP by selecting WPS...
Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network > Setting network options Manually setting the IP address In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then press [f].
Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network > Using the login browser You can enter your login information via the login browser when connecting to some APs, sharing sites, or cloud servers. Button Description [D/I/C/F] Move to an item or scroll the page. Select an item.
Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network > • If you cannot connect to a WLAN, try another AP from the available AP Network connection tips list. • The quality of the network connection will be determined by the AP. •...
Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Wireless network > Entering text Icon Description Delete the last letter. Learn how to enter text. The icons in the table below let you move the cursor, change the case, etc. Use the jog dial or the navigation button to Move the cursor.
7 and 10.1 inch Galaxy Tab. On the camera, select Yes. • You should install the Samsung MobileLink application on your phone or device before using this feature. You can download the application from On the smart phone, select files to send from the camera Samsung Apps or Play Store.
You should install the Remote Viewfinder application on your phone or device before using this feature. You can download the application from camera. Samsung Apps or Play Store. • The zoom button and the shutter button on your smart phone will not function when using this feature.
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Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release Wireless network > On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus. • The focus is automatically set to multi-AF. Release to capture the photo. • The photo will be saved in your camera. •...
Wireless network Using photo or video sharing websites Upload your photos or videos to file sharing websites. Available Uploading photos or videos websites will be displayed on your camera. Access the website with your camera. Scroll to the files you want to upload, and then press [o]. Accessing a website •...
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Using photo or video sharing websites Wireless network > • You cannot upload RAW files. • You can upload up to 20 files at a time. • You cannot upload files if the file size exceeds the limit. The maximum photo resolution you can upload is 2M, and the longest video you can upload is a video recorded using .
Wireless network Sending photos or videos via email You can change settings in the email menu, and send photos or videos Select the Name box, enter your name, and then select stored on the camera via email. Done. Sender Setting Changing email settings Name In the email menu, you can change settings for storing your information.
Sending photos or videos via email Wireless network > Setting an email password Changing the email password Rotate the mode dial to B. Rotate the mode dial to B. Select Select Press [m]. Press [m]. → → → Select Setting Password Select Change Password.
Sending photos or videos via email Wireless network > Sending photos or videos via email Scroll to files to send, and then press [o]. • You can select up to 20 files. The total size must be 7 MB or less. You can send photos or videos stored on the camera via email.
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Sending photos or videos via email Wireless network > • You cannot send RAW files. • You can send up to 20 files at a time. • Even if a photo appears to have transferred successfully, errors with the recipient’s email account may cause the photo to be rejected or recognized as spam.
Wireless network Uploading photos to a cloud server • You can upload your photos to SkyDrive. To upload photos, you must Press [m] to use option menus. visit the Microsoft website and register before connecting your camera. Option Description Previous Page Move to the previous page.
Wireless network Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos You can send photos or videos that you captured with the camera to a Sending photos or videos to a PC PC wirelessly. The Auto Backup feature works only with the Windows Rotate the mode dial to B.
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Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos Wireless network > • If the PC supports the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature, you can turn on the PC automatically by searching for the PC from your camera. (p. 124) • When you connect the camera to the WLAN, select the AP that is connected to the PC.
Wireless network Viewing photos or videos on a TV Link-enabled TV TV Link is a technology for sharing media files between a camera and On the TV, search for the camera and browse the shared TV connected to the same AP device. With this technology, you can photos or videos.
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Viewing photos or videos on a TV Link-enabled TV Wireless network > • You cannot share RAW files. • You can share up to 1,000 photos or videos. • On a TV screen, you can view only photos or videos captured with your camera.
Wireless network Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct When the camera connects via a WLAN to a device that supports the Select the device from the camera's list of Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct function, you can send photos to the device. This feature devices.
About the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature With the WOL feature, you can automatically turn on or wake up a PC with your camera. This feature has been available for Samsung desktop PCs for the last 5 years (not available for all-in-one PCs).
About the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature Wireless network > Setting the PC to turn on Select drivers related to network adapter. Turn on the PC, and then press F2 while the PC is booting. Click Advanced tab, and then set WOL menus. •...
Chapter Camera settings menu Learn about the user settings and general settings menu. You can adjust the settings to better suit your needs and preferences.
Camera settings menu User settings You can set the user environment with these settings. Noise Reduction → Use the Noise Reduction to reduce the visual noise in photos. u, 5, or 9 To set user In Shooting mode, press [m] →...
User settings Camera settings menu > Save as Custom Mode Option Description Adjust the White Balance interval range of the You can create your own shooting modes by adjusting options and 3 bracketed photos. saving them. ( WB Bracket Set For example, AB-/+3 adjusts the Amber value plus or minus three steps.
User settings Camera settings menu > Key Mapping * Default Button Function You can change the function assigned to the AEL, Preview, and Custom You can set the Custom button's function: • Picture Wizard*, which allows you to select a buttons.
User settings Camera settings menu > User Display Description Histogram You can add or remove shooting information from the display. Set the histogram on the display on or off. About histogram A histogram is a graph that shows the brightness distribution of a photo.
You can correct lens distortion that might occur from lenses. This feature may not be available with some lenses. • This feature is available only when you attach a Samsung lens with Samsung NX mount. • When you use a large diameter lens and a fast shutter speed, a “bokeh”...
Camera settings menu Setting 1 Learn about the menu items of the Setting 1. * Default Item Description → → Set the method of numbering files and folders. To set Setting 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m] • Reset: After using the reset function, the next file name options, an option.
Setting 1 Camera settings menu > * Default Item Description Format the memory card. Formatting prepares a memory card for use in the camera and deletes all existing files including protected files. (Yes, No) Format Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by another brand of camera, a memory card reader, or a computer.
Camera settings menu Setting 2 Learn about the menu items of the Setting 2. * Default Item Description → → Set the display off time. The display turns off if you do not To set Setting 2 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m] Auto Display use the camera for the time you set.
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Also, make sure to attach the lens cap to the lens when not using it. • You can download firmware upgrades from Device www.samsung.com. Information Set the video signal output appropriate for your country • You cannot run a firmware upgrade without a fully when connecting the camera to an external video device charged the battery.
Camera settings menu Learn about the menu items of the GPS setting. You should purchase an optional GPS accessory in order to use the GPS function. → → To set GPS In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m] options, an option. * Default Item Description...
Connecting to external devices Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV (HDTV) Make sure the TV and the camera are turned on, and using the A/V cable (HDMI cable). then select the video input mode or source (AV or AV1 for example) of the TV.
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Connecting to external devices > Viewing files on an HDTV • When using the HDMI cable, you can connect the camera to an HDTV using the Anynet+(CEC) method. • → → The Anynet+(CEC) functions allow you to control connected devices using In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m] the TV remote control.
Turn on your camera. • If you have an Anynet+ compatible Samsung 3D TV and you Do not view the 3D images captured by your camera on a 3D TV or have turned on your camera's Anynet+ function, the 3D TV 3D monitor for an extended period of time.
Connecting to external devices Printing photos Print photos on your camera by connecting to printers directly or saving Turn on your camera. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) information on a memory card. • When the pop-up message appears on the camera display, select Printer.
Printing photos Connecting to external devices > Configuring print settings Creating a print order (DPOF) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) lets you set the print size of a photo and the number of copies to be printed. The camera saves the DPOF Images One Photo information in the MISC folder of your memory card.
Printing photos Connecting to external devices > DPOF options Option Description You can select photos to print and the number of copies for photos. • Select: Select the number of copies for photos you → Select the select. (Select photos you want to print number of copies by scrolling the jog dial left or right, Standard and then pressing [f].)
Connecting to external devices Transferring files to your computer Transfer files on a memory card to your computer by connecting the Turn on the camera. camera to the PC. • When the pop-up message appears on the camera display, select Computer. →...
Transferring files to your computer Connecting to external devices > Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) Transferring files to your Mac computer With Windows Vista and Windows 7, the methods for disconnecting the Turn off the camera. camera are similar. Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the Ensure that no data is being transferred between the USB cable.
Send the recorded files to a connected Insert the CD-ROM into your PC. PC Auto Backup PC via Wi-Fi. When the setting wizard appears, click Samsung Digital • Camera Installer. If your computer does not meet the requirements, videos may not play correctly or it may take longer to edit videos.
Using programs on a PC Connecting to external devices > Using Intelli-studio • The requirements are recommendation only. It may not work properly even when the computer meets the requirements, depending on the condition of Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit your computer.
Using programs on a PC Connecting to external devices > Using the Intelli-studio Interface Description View files of the selected folder on your computer. Show or hide files of the connected camera. View files of the selected folder on the camera. View files as thumbnails or on a map.
Using programs on a PC Connecting to external devices > Transferring files using Intelli-studio Run Intelli-studio on your computer. You can easily transfer files on your camera to your computer by using Turn on the camera. Intelli-studio. • When the pop-up message appears on the camera display, select Computer.
RAW files are not transformed to JPEG formats Intel processor-based or compatible computer and are stored in the memory without any changes. With Samsung (Core 2 Quad or later recommended) / PowerPC RAW Converter, you can calibrate exposures, White Balances, tones, 1 GB or more recommended contrasts, and colors of photos.
Editing RAW format files For details about using Samsung RAW Converter, click Help → If you edit the RAW format files with the Samsung RAW Converter, Open software manual. you can maintain high image quality. You can also edit JPEG and TIFF format files.
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Using programs on a PC Connecting to external devices > To adjust the contrast of an image Adjust the exposure with the scroll bar. → Select File Open file and open a file. From the editing tools, select Adjust the tone with the scroll bar. Original image Edited image P Mode, Aperture: f=8,...
Appendix Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error messages Suggested remedies Folder and file Error messages Suggested remedies File names do not match the DCF standard. number are max Transfer the files on the memory card to your The lens is locked.
Appendix Maintaining the camera Image sensor Cleaning the camera Depending on different shooting conditions, dust may appear in photos because the image sensor is exposed to the external environment. Camera lens and display This problem is normal, and the exposure to dust occurs in everyday use of the camera.
Maintaining the camera Appendix > Using on beaches or shores Using or storing the camera • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas. Inappropriate places to use or store the camera •...
• Do not use the camera if the screen is cracked or broken. Broken immediately and consult a doctor. glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the camera to a Samsung service center to have it repaired.
Maintaining the camera Appendix > About memory card Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 2 GB SD card. Supported memory card Quality This product supports SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (Secure Digital Size Normal High Capacity), SDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity), microSD,...
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Maintaining the camera Appendix > Quality Size Super Fine Fine Normal RAW + S.Fine RAW + Fine RAW + Normal 20.0M (5472X3648) 10.1M (3888X2592) 1,047 5.9M (2976X1984) 1,172 1,648 2.0M (1728X1152) 1,633 2,752 3,566 Burst 1,354 1,885 16.9M (5472X3080) Photo 7.8M (3712X2088) 1,314 4.9M (2944X1656)
Maintaining the camera Appendix > • Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or Cautions when using memory cards foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a soft • Avoid memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below cloth before you insert the memory card in your camera.
Do not rest the device on flammable surfaces, such as bedding, carpets, or electric blankets for a prolonged period. Use only Samsung-approved batteries. • When the device is switched on, do not leave it in any confined space for a prolonged period.
• When you use the camera for an extended period, the area around • The figures above are based on Samsung’s test standards. the battery chamber may become warm. This does not affect the Your results may differ depending on your actual usage.
Appendix Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your device, try these troubleshooting Situation Suggested remedies solutions before contacting a service professional. • There is no space on the memory card. Delete unnecessary files or insert a new card. •...
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Before contacting a service center Appendix > Situation Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies • Ensure that the focus option you set is The display or buttons Remove the battery and insert it again. suitable for the kind of shot you are capturing. do not work •...
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Before contacting a service center Appendix > Situation Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies This camera can have minute distortion when Cannot set the DPOF You cannot set the DPOF for RAW files. using a wide-angle lens that enables shooting for RAW files Photos are distorted with a wide angle of view.
RGB primary color filter Resolution SVGA (800X600) Lens Mount Field of view Approx. 100 % Type Samsung NX Mount Approx. 0.68X (equivalent to a 50 mm lens on Available lens Samsung lenses Magnification a 35 mm camera) Image Stabilization Eye point Approx.
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Flash EV -2–+2 EV (0.5 EV Step) ISO 500, ISO 640, ISO 800, ISO 1000, ISO 1250, ISO 1600, ISO 2000, ISO 2500, Optional Samsung external flashes: External flash ISO 3200, ISO 4000, ISO 5000, ISO 6400, SEF42A, SEF220A ISO 8000, ISO 10000, ISO 12800...
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Camera specifications Appendix > • JPEG (3:2): 5.9M (2976X1984), 1920X1080, 1920X810, 1280X720, 640X480, Size 320X240 (For Sharing) 5.0M (2736X1824), 2.0M (1728X1152) • JPEG (16:9): 6.2M (3328X1872), 30 or 24 frames per second Smart filter size Frame rate 4.9M (2944X1656), 2.1M (1920X1080) (24 fps is available only with 1920X810.) •...
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5–85 % Software External release Yes (micro USB) Intelli-studio, Samsung RAW Converter, PC Auto Backup External microphone * This specifications can change without notice to upgrade a performance. Power Source * Other brands and products names are trademarks of respective owners.
Appendix Glossary AP (Access Point) AEL/AFL (Auto Exposure Lock/Auto Focus Lock) An access point is a device that allows wireless devices to connect to a These features help you lock the exposure or focus on which you want wired network. to focus or calculate the exposure.
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Glossary Appendix > Camera shake (Blur) Composition If the camera is moved while the shutter is open, the entire image may Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. appear blurred. This occurs more often when the shutter speed is slow. Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition.
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Glossary Appendix > Electronic shutter Exposure The image sensor can act as an electronic shutter, which allows for The amount of light allowed to reach the camera’s sensor. Exposure is faster operation than the mechanical shutter. controlled by a combination of the shutter speed, the aperture value, and ISO sensitivity.
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Glossary Appendix > H.264/MPEG-4 JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) A high-compression video format established by international standard A lossy method of compression for digital images. JPEG images are organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T. This codec is capable of providing compressed to reduce their overall file size with minimal deterioration of good video quality at low bit rates developed by the Joint Video Team the image resolution.
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Glossary Appendix > Noise Quality Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or An expression of the rate of compression used in a digital image. Higher random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when photos are shot with a quality images have a lower rate of compression, which usually results in high sensitivity or when a sensitivity is automatically set in a dark place.
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Glossary Appendix > Shutter speed White Balance (Color balance) Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close An adjustment of the intensities of colors (typically the primary colors the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as red, green, and blue), in an image.
Appendix Optional accessories Lens Lens SAMSUNG 18-55 mm SAMSUNG 20-50 mm SAMSUNG 85 mm F1.4 ED SSA F3.5-5.6 OIS III F3.5-5.6 ED II External flash SAMSUNG 16 mm F2.4 SAMSUNG 20 mm F2.8 SEF42A SEF220A SAMSUNG 30 mm F2 SAMSUNG 50-200 mm F4-5.6 ED OIS II...
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You can connect to other devices by using the • A/V cable. Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Samsung is not responsible for damage caused by using another manufacturer’s accessories. HDMI cable You can view high-definition photos and...
Appendix Index Flash Bounce photography 27 Aperture 16, 20 Depth of Field (DOF) 17, 22 Lenses Flash options 78 Locking 37 Guide number 26 Auto Backup 119 Digital Print Order Format Markings 39 (DPOF) 142 Intensity 80 Auto focus 67 Unlocking 38 F-number 16 Drive (see Shooting method) 74...
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Index Appendix > Photos Samsung RAW Converter 150 Videos Adjusting tone 152 Options 90 Shooting method 74 Editing 101 Viewing 99 Shooting modes Enlarging 97 Aperture Priority 46 Shooting options 59 Custom 48 Viewing on 3D TV 140 Lens Priority 50...
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CAUTION Complies with Approved by PTA, IDA Standards year 2011 RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY DA100790 AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS TA-2012/236 APPROVED No.: ESD-1105767C Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and NO-L-14041/01/2012/ETA/2012 (2) This device must accept any interference received,...
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(Name and signature of authorized person) and the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC) by application of: * This is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see EN 60950-1:2006+A1:2010 EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003...
Hereby, Samsung Electronics declares that this digital camera is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant English provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Por medio de la presente Samsung Electronics declara que la cámara digital cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera Español otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
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Bu belge ile, Samsung Electronics bu dijital kameranın 1999/5/EC Yönetmeliginin temel gerekliliklerine ve ilgili hükümlerine uygun Türkiye olduğunu beyan eder. Hér með lýsir Samsung Electronics því yfir að þessi stafræna myndavél sé í samræmi við grunnkröfur og önnur ákvæði tilskipunar Íslenska 1999/5/EB.
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