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1. for O0 a la Dr 3 Oop 0 Pe S i li Tr If you use this function you cannot set Touch AF AF Area and Link AE to AF il A b wa oo Point options oop Sa Shooting Functions 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 of You can set the focus on an area you want Apply an out of focus effect to subjects however unwanted subjects can be in focus In order to prevent make the subject more distinguishable unwanted subjects from being in focus change the focus area so that a desired subject is in focus You can get a clearer and sharper photo by The focus on the photo below was repositioned and resized so that it fits selecting an appropriate focus area the subject s face To set the auto In Shooting mode press MENU AF Area focus area an option e Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions e When the AF MF switch is set to MF you cannot change the AF area from the shooting menu e When you use the Face Detection AF option the camera focuses on the area with the white frame automatically e Depending on the Picture Wizard options Face Detection may not be effective To resize or move the focus area in Shooting mode press 3 Use the e When you set manual focus Face Detection may not be available p navigation button to move the focus area Scroll the jog dial to resize
2. Focus Peaking Peaking options an option Default Option Description Set a sensitivity for detecting the focused subject Level Off High Normal Low Set a color to appear on the focused subject Color White Red Green Shooting Functions Use the Optical Image Stabilization OIS function to minimize camera shake OIS may not be available with some lenses Camera shake tends to occur in dark places or when shooting indoors In such cases the camera uses slower shutter speeds in order to increase the amount of light taken in which can result in a blurry photo You can prevent this situation by using the OIS function If your lens has an OIS switch you have set the switch to ON to use the OIS function Without OIS correction With OIS correction In Shooting mode press MENU OIS Anti Shake an option p e OIS may not function properly when you move your camera to follow a moving subject Default there is too much camera shake leer Description the shutter speed is slow for example when you select Night in mode y Off The OIS function is off This option may not be available with the battery is low OFF some lenses To set OIS options you capture a close up shot PAM Mode 1 The OIS function is applied only when you press e If you use the OIS function with a tripod your images may be blurred by THIS Shutter in full or half the vibration
3. sesssssssssesessessessessecsscsscsscssessessesssesessncsneescsasenesacsaeaeeseaneeseesee 120 Reducing red y essssssseeesesssseeceessssssseceesssssseseeessssssseeressssssteeerssssseereossssssseeees 120 Applying Smart Filter effets ccssssssssssssssscsssssscsssssssssssssscsessssesscessessesseens 121 Chapter 4 Wireless network Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network setting 123 Connecting to a WLAN essessssesssseeesseeessecessecessecosseessseessseessserssserssseessseossseosssesss 123 Setting network OPTIONS ccsessessssssssssssscsscsecsessesseeseesessssncsncsnsescescecsscssessessescees 124 Manually setting the IP address sessssssssssssssssseeeessssssssceessssnsseceeerssssssseeeeensnsssesee 124 Using the login DroOWSe f sessseessssssecsessssscssssssecesssseceeessssecessssseressssseeessssseeesssses 125 Network connection S sisisi 126 Entering teXt sessssessssesssacssescessacosescossecosescossscosescosercosarcosaccosascosarcosarcosarcosareesareosas 127 Saving files to a smart phone automatically ssessososessosesessosessososess 128 Sending photos or videos to a smart phone seseseseseseseseosoeseoecscsseosoe 129 Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release csscssssesecers 131 Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos sesesesesesesesesesesesesecoesee 133 Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC sssssssssssssseessressssssss 133 Sending phot
4. E 2 O O A O co cI om 0 oO TTY J o ot Shooting Functions Touch AF Select or focus on a focal area that you touch on the screen Additionally focus on the subject and capture a photo by touching on the screen In Shooting mode press MENU Touch AF an option To set Touch AF ig Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions 7 A _ ee N AN Touch AF B gt i WI Ci ANI Touch AF allows you to select and focus on the focus area that you touch on the screen Fan Tl m e DA A i E LV AS The focal area will correspond to the area you touch on the screen and the focus will not be achieved g 7 g rat Vinn ALN G f NI Tracking AF allows you to track and automatically focus on your subject even when the subject is moving or when you change the shooting composition White frame Your camera is tracking the subject Green frame Your subject is in focus when you half press Shutter Red frame Your camera failed to focus Shooting Functions gt Touch AF e If you do not select a focus area the Auto Focus function does not work O ne to UC h S hot e Tracking a subject may fail when the subject is too small You can capture a photo with the touch of your finger As you touch on a the subject moves excessively subject the camera focuses on the subject automatic
5. Mic Level Set the mic level for the shooting conditions To set the mic AAP In Shooting mode press MENU Mic Level an option Chapter 2 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 Learn how to view photo and video thumbnails and how to protect or delete files J 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 photos Press 0 e The most recent file you captured will be displayed 100 0001 ta 2 Press AF to scroll through files e You can also drag the image left or right to move to another file cameras due to unsupported sizes or codecs Use a computer or another device B You may not be able to edit or play back files that were captured with other to edit or play back these files 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 lt mn n 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 mO Q mode Playback Editing gt Searching a
6. RAW Normal Save a photo in both the JPEG Normal quality and RAW format V4 Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions Shooting Functions The ISO sensitivity value represents the sensitivity of camera to light 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 However this may increase electronic noise and result in a grainy photo To set ISO sensitivity In Shooting mode press IS0 an option Examples ISO 100 ISO 400 ISO 800 ISO 3200 You can also set the option by pressing MENU ISO an option in Shooting mode Increase the ISO value in places where flash use is prohibited You can capture a clear photo by setting a high ISO value without having to secure more light Use the Noise Reduction function in order to reduce the visual noise that can appear on photos of a high ISO value p 146 Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions Shooting Functions White Balance represents the light source that influences on the color of a photo The color of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source If you want the color of your photo to be realistic select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the White Balance such as Auto WB Daylight Cloudy Tungsten or adjust color
7. USER MANUAL NX3SOO SHOOT WOW sense N SMART CAMERA ENG This user manual includes detailed usage instructions SHARE NOW fA for your camera Please read this manual thoroughly Copyright information Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions Mac and Apple App Store are registered trademarks of the Apple Corporation You are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual without prior permission Google Play Store is a registered trademark of Google Inc We recommend using your camera within the country where you Adobe the Adobe logo Photoshop and Lightroom are either registered purchase it trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries Use this camera responsibly and adhere to all laws and regulations concerning its use microSD microSDHC and microSDXC are registered trademarks of the SD Association HDMI the HDMI logo and the term High H E rm 7 mm 4 PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics EUe to D tniton Mutmedialnterace are E nipin n sustainable development and social responsibility through trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI RoHS eco driven business and management activities i Compliant Licensing LLC Wi Fi th
8. any deformities cracks or other abnormalities in the battery immediately discontinue use ni the battery and contact your manufacturer Gilidelinestoncharaingtneeaery e Use only authentic manufacturer recommend battery chargers and charge the battery only by the method described in this user manual Charge the battery only by the method described in this user manual Do not place the battery near heating devices or expose to excessively warm The battery can ignite or explode if not charged properly environments such as the inside of an enclosed car in the summertime e Do not place the battery in a microwave oven e Avoid storing or using the battery in hot humid places such as spas or shower enclosures Appendix gt Maintaining the camera Battery life Shooting mode Photos Average time Number of photos Approx 165 min Approx 330 photos Approx 110 min Record videos at 1920X1080 Videos resolution and 60 fps e The figures above are based on the CIPA test standards Your results may differ depending on your actual usage e Available shooting time differs depending on background shooting interval and use conditions e Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time Low battery message When the battery has fully discharged the battery icon will turn red and the Low Battery message will appear Notes about using the battery Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or
9. 1920X1080 e JPEG 1 1 13 3M 3648X3648 7 0M 2640X2640 4 0M 2000X2000 1 1M 1024X1024 e RAW 20 0M 5472X3648 3D mode with 3D lens is available only with JPEG 16 9 4 1M 2688X1512 or 2 1M 1920X1080 Super Fine Fine Normal SRW ver 2 0 0 sRGB Adobe RGB Appendix gt Camera specifications Video Type Format Movie AE mode Movie clip Smart Filter Size Frame rate Multi Motion Quality Sound Edit MP4 H 264 Movie H 264 Sound AAC Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Audio on off Shooting time Max 29 59 Vignetting Miniature Colored Pencil Watercolor Wash drawing Oil Sketch Ink Sketch Acryl Negative Red Green Blue Yellow 1920X1080 1920X810 1280X720 640X480 320X240 For Sharing 60 fps 30 fps 24 fps available only with 1920X810 15 fps available only with some Smart Filter options x0 25 640X480 320X240 only x0 5 1280X720 30 fps 640X480 320X240 only x1 x5 x10 x20 HQ Normal Stereo Still image capture Time trimming Playback Type Edit Smart filter Smart filter size Storage Media File format GPS Type Feature Single image Thumbnails 15 28 Slide show Movie Smart Filter Red eye Fix Backlight Resize Rotate Face Retouch Brightness Contrast Vignetting Miniature Colored Pencil Watercolor Wash drawing Oil Sketch Ink Sketch Acryl Negative Red Green Blue Ye
10. Connecting to external devices gt Using programs on a PC Using Multimedia Viewer Multimedia Viewer allows you to play back files From the Samsung i Launcher screen click Multimedia Viewer Multimedia Viewer supports the following formats J d Videos MP4 Video H 264 Audio AAC WMV WMV 7 8 9 AVI MJPEG 7 Photos JPG GIF BMP PNG TIFF MPO e Files that have been recorded with other manufacturers devices may not play back smoothly Viewing photos 1 SAM_0002 jpg Multimedia iewer ny i les IRN hie Soe 2D Q Qi 1 1 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 No Description 1 OIOI NIAJ M BIW N gt O File name Enlarged area Histogram Open the selected file Histogram button Rotate to the left Rotate to the right Move to the previous file Move to the next file Fit the photo to the screen View the photo in the original size Zoom in Zoom out Switches between 2D and 3D mode Connecting to external devices gt Using programs on a PC Viewing videos 1 2 3 4 5 Multimedia Viewer No Description File name Adjust the volume Open the selected file Move to the next file Stop 7 Move to the previous file 8 Progress bar Downloading the firmware From the Samsung i Launcher screen click Firmware Upgrade Downloading the PC Auto Backup program From the Samsung i Launcher screen click PC Auto Ba
11. ISO White Balance My Camera gt Selecting functions options Flicking Gently flick your finger across the screen e The touch screen may not recognize your inputs if you touch multiple items at the same time e When you touch or drag the screen discolorations may occur This is not a malfunction but a characteristic of the touch screen Touch or drag lightly to minimize the discolorations e The touch screen may not work properly if you use the camera in extremely humid environments e The touch screen may not work properly if you apply screen protection film or other accessories to the screen e Depending on the viewing angle the screen may appear dim Adjust the brightness or viewing angle to improve the resolution Using MENU Press MENU or touch MENU on the screen and then change shooting options or settings E g Selecting the photo size in P mode Rotate the mode dial to P Press MENU or touch MENU 3 Press gt DISP ISQ to move to and then press You can also touch 0 on the screen Y Scroll the jog dial or press DISP ISQ to move to Photo Size and then press 3 e You can also drag the option list and then touch an option AutoShare My Camera gt Selecting functions options 5 Scroll the jog dial or press DISP ISO to move to an option Using the Smart pa nel and then press 3 Press Fn or touch Fn _ on the
12. Rich Tones Rotate the mode dial to Panora Waterfall C Selecta scene To select a shooting mode when the mode dial is set to press GUELE Fn or touch and then select a desired mode N PE T ERE Sunset Night gyava gm r E Ka Ha oe A Fireworks Light Trace Creative Shot Beauty Face Capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections i capture Capture multiple photos and replace faces to create Best Face the best possible image Landscape Capture still life scenes and landscapes C Capture small or close up subjects Capture subjects moving at high speed Capture a photo with vibrant colors Capture a wide panoramic scene in a single photo Capture scenes with waterfalls Capture subjects as dark shapes against a light background Capture scenes at sunset with natural looking reds and yellows Capture multiple photos in low light conditions without a flash The camera combines them to create a single image that is brighter and has less blurring Capture scenes with fireworks Capture scenes with the light trailing in low light conditions Capture photos with effects applied automatically 3 Half press Shutter to focus and then press Shutter to My Camera gt Shooting modes Using the Best Face mode In Best Face mode you can capture multiple photos and replace faces to e Repeat steps 4 and 5 to replace the rest faces of the photo create the best possible image Use t
13. aie AMD Phenom II x4 3 2 GHz or higher RAM Minimum 512 MB RAM 1 GB or more recommended OS Windows XP SP2 Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows 8 Hard disk 250 MB or more 1 GB and above recommended capacity e CD ROM drive e 1024X768 pixels 16 bit color display compatible monitor 1280X1024 pixels 32 bit color display recommended Others e USB 2 0 port e nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher ATI X1600 series or higher e Microsoft DirectX 9 0c or higher A 32 bit version of i Launcher will be installed even on 64 bit editions of Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 and Windows 8 Connecting to external devices gt Using programs on a PC e The requirements are recommendation only i Launcher may not work Requirements for Mac OS p properly even when the computer meets the requirements depending on the condition of your computer Item Requirements e If your computer does not meet the requirements videos may not play OS Mac OS 10 5 or higher except PowerPC correctly Minimum 256 MB RAM 512 MB or more RAM recommended The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage that results from using Hard disk capacity Minimum 110 MB unqualified computers such as a computer you assembled yourself Others USB 2 0 port CD ROM drive Opening i Launcher On your computer select Start All Programs Samsung i Launcher Samsung i Launcher Or click Applications Samsung i Launcher on your Mac OS computer
14. 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 Ed scroll the jog dial You can also adjust the exposure value by pressing Fn and then selecting EV You can check the exposure value by the position of the exposure level indicator Exposure warning Standard exposure index 4 ada TLL Dosdaadunbaodesdas exposure level indicator Decreased exposure Increased exposure darker brighter Original Shooting Functions When you cannot achieve an appropriate exposure because of a strong color contrast lock the exposure and then capture a photo After locking the exposure aim the lens where you desire and then press Shutter To lock the exposure value adjust the photo s exposure and then press the custom button b e Set a function of the custom button to AEL to lock the current exposure value p 150 e This feature is not available in Manual mode Shooting Functions The functions available for video are explained below Movie size Set the movie size To set movie size options In Shooting mode press MENU Movie Size an option Recommended for View on a Full HDTV Playable only on full HDTVs capable of
15. to start shooting 6 When you are finished release Shutter e The camera will automatically save the shots into one photo e If you release Shutter while shooting the panoramic shooting stops and photos that have been captured are saved My Camera gt Shooting modes e The resolution varies depending on the panoramic photo you captured e For best results when capturing panoramic photos avoid the following e In Panorama mode some shooting options are not available moving the camera too quickly or too slowly e The camera may stop shooting due to the shooting composition or the moving the camera too little to capture the next image subject s movement moving the camera at irregular speeds e In Panorama mode your camera may not capture the entire last scene if you shaking the camera stop moving the camera to improve the photo quality To capture the entire shooting in dark places scene move your camera slightly beyond the point where you want the scene to end e In 3D Panorama mode your camera may not capture the very beginning or end of a scene due to the nature of the 3D effect To capture the entire scene move slightly beyond the beginning and end points you want to capture e Photos captured with the 3D function are saved in JPEG 2D and MPO 3D formats On your camera s display you can view only JPEG files e To view 3D files connect your camera to a 3D TV or 3D monitor with an optional HDMI cable Whil
16. 3D function In Shooting or Playback mode press MENU gor e Refer to your TV s user manual for more details HDMI Output an option p 153 Q View 3D photos or play 3D videos using the camera buttons y C Select 3D HDMI Output an option p 154 e You cannot view an MPO file in 3D effect on TVs that do not support the file p format 3 Turn off your camera and 3D TV e Use proper 3D glasses when you view an MPO file or a 3D video file on a 3D TV e Capturing photos in 3D Panorama mode may result in a less pronounced 3D effect than those captured in 3D mode with a 3D lens Y Connect your camera to your 3D TV with the optional HDMI cable Do not view the 3D photos or videos captured by your camera on a 3D TV or 3D monitor for an extended period of time It may cause unpleasant symptoms such as eyestrain fatigue nausea and more 5 Turn on your 3D TV and then select the HDMI video source 6 Turnon your camera e The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when you connect it to a 3D TV Connecting to external devices Transfer files on a memory card to your computer by connecting the 3 Turn on the camera camera to the PC e The computer recognizes the camera automatically On your computer select My Computer Removable Disk Transferring files to your Windows OS DCIM 100PHOTO or 101_0101 computer 5 Select the files you want and then drag or save them to your computer C
17. GPS module layout optional Attaching the GPS module Remove the hot shoe cover from the camera Description Status lamp POWER button 1 2 3 Hot shoe fastening dial 4 Hot shoe connection 5 Battery cover SS otf Elg J _ E n 1 o sia Go ABa a a oa a c lt LU N m Ua a y CU Gg E 4 eS fea fastening dial towards LOCK 3 Lock the GPS module into place by turning the hot shoe U Press the power button of the GPS module Ta ap r N n ep U U lt AN 2 ap z ae O gt My Camera Two simple shooting modes Smart Auto and Smart mode help you capture photos with numerous automatic settings Additional modes allow for greater customization of settings NUIT Smart Auto mode p 53 Icon Program mode p 55 Aperture Priority mode p 57 Shutter Priority mode p 58 Manual mode p 59 Lens Priority mode p 60 pone Gl Smart mode p 64 Wi Fi Wi Fi features p 122 ANGHI D Smart Auto mode 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 As the camera controls most of the functions some shooting functions are limited This mode is useful for capturing quick snapshots wi
18. Peaking p 88 P A S M O O O Link AE to AF Point p 99 P A S M Chapter 2 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 Photo size E cOm 5472x3648 3 2 Printing on Al paper As you increase the resolution your photo or video will include more A i ad pixels so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen faim 3888x2592 3 2 Printing on A2 paper When you use a high resolution the file size will also increase Select a low resolution for photos that will be displayed in a digital picture frame or Sty 2976x1984 3 2 Printing on A3 paper uploaded to the web P 1728x1152 3 2 Printing on A5 paper Printing on A1 paper or viewing on an m l6 5472x3080 16 9 HDTV Tat 3712x2088 16 9 Printing on A3 paper or viewing on an HDTV aad 2944x1656 16 9 Printing on A4 paper or viewing on an HDTV Em 1920x1080 16 9 Printing on A5 paper or viewing on an HDTV EER 3648x3648 1 1 Printing a square photo on A1 paper Eana e In Shooting mode press MENU Photo Size eg a an option 2640x2640 1 1 Printing a square photo on A3 paper 2000x2000 1 1 Printing a square photo on A4 paper im 1024x1024 1 1 Printing a square photo on A5 paper Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions AS Shooting Functions
19. a Ea How the aperture setting shutter speed and ISO sensitivity aao Eao on TT i A A E E Correlation between focal length angle and perspective Depth of Nelderim ia eee What controls out of focus effects eessessessessssessesseseeseesenseneeseeseesersesseseeseesesss Optical Previ sirensmsrcsoece re annae TEE RE N GIS PRON escerai A E E KEO INI O a ae nS ee een ee a ee eae ee FS CCIE VU YUD OV ccecccecectecsroivancssesaescasacaipttseaptesvansttostelnroeisieusetsidienteoebannniciones BOUNCES Photography cscs srsicernsneatesnncrieemdtiananeiiadaeiceemnenn 22 Chapter 1 My Camera Getting started p5scosvasunisxvdntussascanscvsastansasssnnsuniidpandesenaiicessuaeisuasinacininiesesali 29 WIS ICKIING N E T E A E A A A E A S miei 29 Cimera layo Ulni aE E 30 Using the DIRECT LINK button sessssssseesssssseccssssseecssssseeceesssesceesnssseessssseeesoosseeee 32 Inserting the battery and memory card sesessssescseseseseoscscseseseososcscsessos 33 Removing the battery and memory card sssssssesssssssssesesesssssssseeessssssseeeresssssssseeee 33 Using the memory Card adap te l sscsscssesscsessessscsecscssessssssesecsecsessesessenseseesses 33 Charging the battery and turning ON your CAMEL A ssscssesesseceeees 34 Charging the batteryY ssssssessssssssseeeeessssesecessssssseceesssssssseeessssssseeeeessssseereeossssseeeese 34 Turning on your camera s ssssesssescssescssescssescoseccoser
20. and then scrolling the jog dial or dragging the screen For example set the shutter speed to over 1 500 s to freeze the subject To make the subject appear blurred set the shutter speed to below 1 30 s 3 Set the desired options UY Half press Shutter to focus and then press Shutter to capture the photo In order to compensate for the reduced amount of light allowed by fast shutter pP speeds open the aperture and let in more light If your photos are still too dark increase the ISO value Slow shutter speed Fast shutter speed My Camera gt Shooting modes M Manual mode Manual mode lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually In this mode you can fully control the exposure of your photos This mode is useful in controlled shooting environments such as a studio or when it is necessary to fine tune camera settings The Manual mode is also recommended for shooting night scenes or fireworks Rotate the mode dial to M C Scroll the jog dial to adjust the shutter speed 3 Press and hold 4 and then rotate the mode dial to adjust the aperture value e You can also adjust the shutter speed or the aperture value by pressing Fn moving to the shutter speed or the aperture value and then scrolling the jog dial or dragging the screen Y Set the desired options 5 Half press Shutter to focus and then press Shutter to capture the photo When you adjust the aperture value or shutter sp
21. are no files in the camera memory you cannot use this feature You can also send an email in Playback mode by pressing MENU and then selecting Share Wi Fi Email Wireless network Upload your photos or videos to file sharing websites Available websites U Enter your ID and password to log in will be displayed on your camera To upload files to some websites you Nj e information ntering text refer to Entering text must visit the website and register before connecting your camera For information about entering text refer to Entering text p 127 e If you connected to SkyDrive refer to Using the login browser p 125 Accessi ng a website e To select an ID from the list select W an ID Rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi e If you have previously logged in to the website you may be logged in automatically C Select amp B You must have an existing account on the file sharing website to use this feature 3 Select a website If the pop up message that prompts you to create an account appears select OK e The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently connected AP device e If the camera has not previously been connected to a WLAN it will search for available AP devices p 123 Wireless network gt Using photo or video sharing websites Uploading photos or videos Access the website with your camera 2 Select files to upload e You can select up to
22. battery and memory card Slide the lock up to release the battery Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera and then pull it out of the slot To use micro memory cards with this product a PC or a memory card reader insert the card into an adapter While the status lamp of the camera is blinking do not remove the memory card or battery Doing so may damage the data stored on the memory card or your camera My Camera Charging the battery Before you use the camera for the first time you must charge the battery Plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera and then plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter Status lamp e Red light on Charging e Red light off Fully charged e Red light blinking Error e Use only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera If you use p another AC adapter the camera battery may not charge or work properly e You can charge the battery with the USB cable only when the camera is turned off Turning on your camera Set the Power switch to ON e To turn your camera off set the Power switch to OFF e The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time p 35 When you turn on your camera for the first time the initial setup screen appears The language is preset for the country or region where the camera is sold You can change the language as desired You can also select an item
23. by touching it on the screen 1 l Press DISP ISQ to select a time zone and then press Time Zone GMT 01 00 Cape Verde GMT 02 00 Mid Atlantic GMT 03 00 Buenos Aires Sao Paulo GMT 03 30 Newfoundland Press SQ to select Date amp Time and then press AF or Date amp Time Year Month Year Month Day Hr Min DST Hr Min e The screen may differ depending on the language selected Press SQ to select Time Zone and then press AF or Y Press AF to select an item Year Month Day Hr Min DST 5 Press DISP ISQ to set the option and then press O Press ISQ to select Date Type and then press AF or X 7 Press DISP ISQ to select a date type and then press 8 Press IS0 to select Time Type and then press AF or 9 Press DISP ISQ to select a time type and then press 10 Press MENU to finish the initial setup My Camera Selecting with buttons Scroll the jog dial or press DISP ISO 8 AF to move and then press to select an option Selecting by touch Do not use sharp objects such as pens or pencils to touch the screen You can damage the screen Touching Touch an icon to select a menu or an option G WiFi Q A Remote Auto Viewfinder Backup SNS amp AllShare Cloud Play Dragging Touch and hold an area on the screen and then drag your finger G AutoShare Photo Size Y Quality WW
24. contacts My Camera gt Lenses Lens markings Find out what the numbers on the lens signify SAMSUNG 18 200 mm F3 5 6 3 ED OIS lens example il 1 3 5 6 3 18 200mm ED OIS 967 Gh J T 130100 70 50 18 200 Qs Bi an 2 345 1 No Description Aperture value 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 Focal length The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point in millimeters This figure is expressed in a range minimum focal length to maximum focal length of the lens Longer focal lengths result in narrower angles of view and the subject is magnified Shorter focal lengths result in wider angles of view ED ED stands for Extra low Dispersion Extra low dispersion glass is effective in minimizing chromatic aberration a distortion that occurs when a lens fails to focus all colors to the same convergence point OIS p 89 Optical Image Stabilization Lenses with this feature can detect camera shake and effectively cancel out the movement inside the camera The lens diameter When you attach a filter to the lens make sure that the diameters of the lens and the filter are the same My Camera You can use accessories including external flash and GPS module that can External flash layout help you capture better and more convenient photos SEF8A example For more information a
25. files Playback button Enter Playback mode Status lamp Indicate the status of the camera Blinking When saving a photo shooting a video sending data to a computer connecting to WLAN or sending a photo e Steady When there is no data transfer when data transfer to a computer is complete or charging the battery MENU button Access options or menus My Camera gt Camera layout USB and shutter release port 1 Connect the camera to a computer or shutter release Use a shutter release cable with a tripod to minimize camera movement 2 HDMI port Battery chamber Memory card cover Insert a memory card and battery Display 4 e To take photos at high or low angles tilt the display up or down p 14 e Touch the screen to select a menu or an option p 36 5 Tripod mount Using the DIRECT LINK button You can turn on the Wi Fi feature conveniently by pressing DIRECT LINK Press DIRECT LINK again to return to the previous mode Setting the DIRECT LINK button You can select a Wi Fi function to launch when you press DIRECT LINK p 150 To set a DIRECT peat In Shooting mode press MENU 3 Key Mapping DIRECT LINK an option LINK option My Camera Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera Insert a memory card with the gold colored contacts facing down Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up Removing the
26. in progress Default Description Set a frequency for using the camera as an AP for the AutoShare MobileLink or Remote Viewfinder feature 5 GHz 2 4 GHz If you use the camera in a country other than the one B where it was purchased the 5 GHz Wi Fi feature may not function properly due to differences in radio frequencies In this case use the 2 4 GHz Wi Fi feature instead e Geotagging Set to capture photos with location information using the Global Positioning System GPS Location information is added to the Exif data associated with the photo Off On e GPS Valid Time Settings Set the time to use the last location information when the camera fails to receive GPS signals If the camera fails to receive GPS signals after the specified time the location information will not be recorded onto the photos 15 sec 30 sec 1 min 3 min 10 min 30 min e Location Display Set to display the location information on the screen in Shooting mode The location information will appear in Korean only when you are in Korea and the display language is set to Korean When another language is set the location information will appear in English Off On e GPS Reset Set to search for GPS satellites closest to your current position Yes No b To use the GPS function you must purchase an optional GPS device Camera settings menu gt Setting Default Item Description e Sensor Cleaning Remove dust from the
27. not level calibrate the level Metering p 97 gauge using the Horizontal Calibration function p 152 White Balance p 76 Optical Image Stabilization OIS Vertical ols ne 3 1 40 F35 Hitt SolAUTO p 89 White Balance micro adjustment 1 Shooting information Ki Fader p 105 4 i j C s Multi Motion p 105 oc gt E Shooting mode Voice recording off p 106 Horizontal Current recording time Available recording time A Level A Unlevel The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set 00 00 00 10 eee Fully charged na a cet she B You cannot use the level gauge when you shoot in portrait orientation battery 1 40 Shutter speed F35 Aperture value Tain Exposure value ISO AUTO ISO sensitivity p 75 My Camera gt Display icons In Playback mode 1 10 100 0001 London On em IA MENU T o A Information Continuously captured file Current file The total number of files Folder number File number File with location information Location information RAW file Protected file Print information added to file p 114 3D file Playback Editing menu Touch Editing photos Touch Trimming a video Touch Viewing image thumbnails Touch Description Captured photo RGB histogram p 150 Shooting mode Metering Flash White Balance Aperture value Shutter spe
28. of the OIS sensor Deactivate the OIS function when you use a tripod pi Mode 2 The OIS function is on e Ifthe camera is hit or dropped the display will be blurry If this occurs turn off the camera and then turn it on again e Use the OIS function only when needed because the function consumes more battery power e To set an OIS option on the menu set the OIS switch on your lens to ON e This option may not be available with some lenses e Off may not be available with some lenses Shooting Functions You can set the shooting method such as Continuous Burst Timer and so on Select Single to capture one photo at a time Select Continuous or Burst to shoot fast moving subjects Select AE Bracket WB Bracket or P Wiz Bracket to adjust exposure White Balance or apply Picture Wizard effects You can also select Timer to capture a photo of yourself To set the shooting l r V4 e You can also set the option by pressing MENU Drive an option in Shooting mode e Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions Single Capture one photo whenever you press Shutter Recommended for general conditions Continuous Continuously capture photos while you are pressing Shutter You can capture up to 5 photos Continuous Normal or 8 6 photos Continuous High per second B If you select Continuous High the noise reduction function is not available Shooting Functions gt Drive shoot
29. sensor Start Up Action When on the camera performs sensor cleaning each time you turn it on Off On Sensor p As this product uses interchangeable lenses the sensor Cleaning can get dust on it when you change lenses This can lead to dust particles appearing in the photos you capture It is recommended not to change lenses when you are in a particularly dusty area Also make sure to attach the lens cap to the lens when not using it Reset the setup menu and shooting options to the factory Reset defaults Date time language and video output settings do not change Yes No Open Source View open source licenses Licenses 1E rap iE Sijs St i eE Tot ails CL Se Sja L_ a tL C DOO D I m L gt DH SE CI C l JIP qn LO a Chapter O C ting t t PAY Make full use of the camera by connecting it to external devices such as a computer HDTV or 3D TV Connecting to external devices Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to an HDTV 3D TV 5 Turn on the camera i ional HDMI le i j using an optiona cable e The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when you connect it to an HDTV Viewing files on an HDTV O View photos or play videos using the camera buttons l In Shooting or Playback mode press M ENU gor p e When using the
30. seruan i 146 EE a o E E O EE O TTE A T E 146 AUO 19 RINGE sisseseade sukai ren idaga avin pennae rini iaisis 146 Noise Reduction saninin 146 EEE E 9 E AE A AE AA E T E ETT 147 DMF Direct Manual FOCUS ccsssssssssssssssssesscssssssssessssesseescssssessscsesesssesseneeess 147 26 2 g 6 lt ean Oe ene ene ne ene Oe nn ee er eee 148 Distortion Correct se sssesssseesssesesseessseessseessseossseossseossscossscossseossecosserosserosserosseresss 149 Touch Operation es sssseeesssseesssseesssseessnecessssecessseeeossueesusecesuseeeessueeossseeesssteeoseeeressss 149 FA CUSTOMIZING czas scontunssncesdsss asst a ER 149 User DEDY nenn E 149 Rey Viel NING cscs ce saved cscs rscpencce ca utccsese sctensecscanenceusisa ease aacecanescpenscecasieeceseeeeectatins 150 Grid Line scesceses sereeystevedonesnecne osentececetetsareorarealecincensescescuidieaneeantenecteonninainsccnuenetne 151 PAT LAMM e A T A A AEE EEE 151 SUING PN E A E E O E 152 Chapter 6 Connecting to external devices Viewing files on an HDTV or 3D TV ssseseseseseesoseseseseseoscseseseseoscsoseseosoe 158 Viewing files on an HDTV s sssssssseeesssssseeccessssssseeesesssssseceeesssssseceeessssseceronssseseeeeee 158 Viewing files on a 3D TV ssssssssseeesssssseeceessssssseceeesssssseceessssssseceressssseeeeosssseseeeeee 159 Transferring files to your COomMpuUter sessssesessoseseseosessososessosesessosesessosee 160 Transferring files to your Windows OS COMPU
31. temperature manually You can also adjust color for the preset light sources so that the colors of the photo match the actual scene under mixed lighting conditions To set the White In Shooting mode press MENU White Balance Balance an option Icon Description Auto WB Use automatic settings depending on the lighting UE conditions Daylight Select when taking outdoor photos on a sunny day This option results in photos closest to the natural colors of the scene Cloudy Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy day or in shadows Photos captured on cloudy days tend to be more bluish than on sunny days This option offsets that effect Icon ete LW ete aN Description Fluorescent White Select when shooting under a daylight fluorescent lamp Especially for white fluorescent light with a color temperature of about 4 200K Fluorescent NW Select when shooting under a daylight fluorescent lamp Especially for white fluorescent light of very white hues with a temperature of about 5 000K Fluorescent Daylight Select when shooting under a daylight fluorescent lamp Especially for white fluorescent light of slightly bluish hue with a temperature of about 6 500K Tungsten Select when taking indoor photos under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps Incandescent tungsten bulbs tend to have a reddish hue This option offsets that effect Flash WB Select when using a flash Custom Set Us
32. the focus e Face Detection may not be effective when area the subject is far from the camera itis too bright or too dark the subject is not facing the camera the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask the subject s facial expression changes drastically the subject is backlit or the lighting conditions are unstable Shooting Functions gt AF area Multi AF The camera displays a green rectangle in places where focus is set correctly The photo is divided into two or more areas and the camera obtains focus points of each area It is recommended for scenery photos When you press Shutter halfway the camera displays the focus areas as shown in the photo below m mlm gar l Ea pm A Face detection AF The camera focuses on human faces preferentially Faces of up to 10 people can be detected This setting is recommended for shooting a group of people When you press Shutter halfway the camera focuses on faces as shown in the photo below In cases of shooting a group of people the camera displays the focus on the nearest person s face in white and the rest of the people s faces in gray Shooting Functions gt AF area 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 P gt Z Co Co
33. the manufacturer of the pacemaker or medical device for guidance Caution situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera Use only authentic manufacturer recommended Lithium ion replacement batteries Do not damage or heat the battery Inauthentic damaged or heated batteries may cause a fire or personal injury Use only Samsung approved batteries chargers cables and accessories e Using unauthorized batteries chargers cables or accessories can cause batteries to explode damage your camera or cause injury e Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by unapproved batteries chargers cables or accessories Use the battery only for its intended purpose Misusing the battery may cause a fire or electric shock Health and safety information Do not touch the flash while it fires The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin When you use the AC charger turn off the camera before you disconnect the power to the AC charger Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock Do not use a damaged power supply cord plug or loose outlet when you charge batteries Thi
34. the measurement to adjust various settings For example if a subject looks darker than its actual color the camera captures an overexposed photo of it If a subject looks lighter than its actual color the camera captures an underexposed photo of it The brightness and overall mood of the photo can also be affected by how the camera measures the amount of light Select an appropriate setting for a shooting condition To set a metering In Shooting mode press MENU Metering option an option Multi The Multi mode calculates the amount of light in multiple areas When light is sufficient or insufficient the camera adjusts the exposure by averaging the overall brightness of the scene This mode is suitable for general photos Shooting Functions gt 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 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
35. to have an enough amount of light anytime and anywhere Making use of a flash allows you to optimize light settings and create a variety of effects Flash also known as strobe or speed light helps to create adequate exposure in low light conditions It is also useful in light abundant situations For example flash can be used in compensating the exposure of a subject s shadow or capturing clearly both the subject and the background in backlit conditions After correction Before correction gt a Flash guide number The model number of a flash refers to the flash s power and the maximum amount of light created is represented by a value known as a guide number The bigger the guide number the more light is emitted from the flash The guide number is achieved by multiplying the distance from the flash to the subject and the aperture value when the ISO sensitivity is set to 100 Guide number Flash to Subject Distance X Aperture value Aperture value Guide number Flash to Subject Distance Flash to Subject Distance Guide number Aperture value Therefore if you know the guide number of a flash you can estimate an optimum flash to subject distance when setting the flash manually For example if a flash has a guide number of GN 20 and is 4 meters away from the subject the optimal aperture value is F5 0 Concepts in Photography Bounce Photography Bounce photography refers to the method of bouncing li
36. very hot temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 40 C 104 F Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your batteries When you use the camera for an extended period the area around the battery chamber may become warm This does not affect the normal use of the camera Do not pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug from the power outlet as this may cause a fire or electric shock In temperatures below 0 C 32 F battery capacity and battery life may decrease Battery capacity may decrease in low temperatures but will return to normal in milder temperatures Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera Storing the camera for extended periods with the battery installed causes the battery to discharge You may not be able to recharge a fully discharged battery When you do not use the camera for an extended period 3 months or more check the battery and recharge it regularly If you let the battery discharge continually its capacity and life may decrease which can lead to a malfunction fire or explosion Appendix gt Maintaining the camera Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries chargers and memory cards from damage Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects as this can create a connection between the and terminals of your batter
37. your camera Do not bend or place heavy objects on the AC cable Doing so may damage the cable Appendix gt Maintaining the camera Notes about charging with a computer connected Use only the provided USB cable The battery may not charge when you use a USB hub other USB devices are connected to your computer you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your computer the USB port of your computer does not support the power output standard 5 V 500 mA Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Never dispose of batteries in a fire Follow all local regulations when you dispose of used batteries Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices such as microwave ovens stoves or radiators Batteries may explode when they are overheated 2 K BA i rt pa ge o O SE J 5 a E Appendix If you are having trouble with your device try these troubleshooting solutions before contacting a service professional p When you leave your camera at a service center be sure to also leave the other card and battery Cannot turn on the camera The power turns off suddenly The camera is losing battery power quickly components that may have contributed to the malfunction such as the memory Ensure that the battery is inserted e Ensure that the battery is inserted correct
38. 000 ISO 2500 ISO 3200 1 Step ISO 200 ISO 400 ISO 800 ISO 1600 ISO 3200 Noise Reduction Use the Noise Reduction to reduce the visual noise in photos Default Option Description This function reduces noise that may occur when you anon set a high ISO sensitivity Off High Normal Low This function reduces noise when you set the camera EOng TECLAR for a long exposure Off On Camera settings menu gt User settings Bracket Set DMF Direct Manual Focus You can set up the options for AE Bracket WB Bracket and P Wiz Bracket You can adjust the focus manually by rotating the focus ring after achieving the focus by half pressing Shutter This feature may not be Option o Description available with some lenses Set the exposure interval 0 3 EV 0 7 EV AE Bracket Set 1 EV 1 3 EV 1 7 EV 2 EV 2 3 EV 2 7 EV 3 EV Adjust the White Balance interval range of the 3 bracketed photos AB 3 AB 2 AB 1 MG 3 MG 2 MG 1 W k puskaexeh oct For example AB 3 adjusts the Amber value plus or minus three steps MG 3 adjusts the Magenta value the same amount P Wiz Bracket Set Select 3 Picture Wizard settings the camera uses to capture the 3 bracketed photos Camera settings menu gt User settings Color space The color space option allows you to select methods for representing colors Digital imaging devices such as digital cameras monitors and Adobe R
39. 127 e When a login page appears refer to Using the login browser e In some modes follow the on screen instructions until the Wi Fi p 125 aes le g J Setting screen appears l l l l e When you select an unsecured AP the camera will connect to the e The camera automatically searches for available AP devices WLAN U Select an AP e If you select a WPS profile supported AP select gt WPS PIN connection and then enter a PIN on the AP device You can also connect to a WPS profile supported AP by selecting gt WPS button connection on the camera and then pushing the WPS S 1 amsung button on the AP device S 2 ice e The same AP may be listed twice with different frequencies Samsung3 because your camera supports the dual band function Samsung4 e Select Refresh to refresh connectable APs e Select Add wireless network to add an AP manually Your AP name must be in English to add the AP manually Wireless network gt Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Setting network options Manually setting the IP address Inthe Wi Fi Setting screen move to an AP and then press Inthe Wi Fi Setting screen move to an AP and then press AF or touch gt AF or touch gt C Select each option and then enter the required information C Select IP Setting Manual Description 3 Select each option and then enter the required information IP Enter the static IP address Network Pass
40. 20 files The total size must be 10 MB or less On some websites the total size or number of files may vary 3 Select Upload e On some websites you can enter your comments by selecting the comment box For information about entering text refer to Entering text p 127 You can set an upload folder for Facebook by pressing MENU and then selecting Upload Folder Facebook on the website s list screen 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 gn If the selected photo resolution is higher than 2M it will be automatically resized to a lower resolution On some websites the maximum photo resolution may vary The method of uploading photos or videos may differ depending on the selected website If you cannot access a website because of firewall or user authentication settings contact your network administrator or network service provider Uploaded photos or videos may be automatically titled with the date they were captured The speed of your internet connection may affect how quickly photos upload or web pages open When there are no files in the camera memory you cannot use this feature You can also upload photos or videos to file sharing websites in Playback mode by pressing MENU and then selecting Share Wi Fi a desired website You cannot upload videos to some websites When yo
41. 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 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 Shooting Functions gt Metering 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 MENU Link AE to AF function Point an option p gt m N A E 2 O a a f E o O q o g mmm Shooting Functions This function automatically corrects the loss of bright detail that can occur icon Description due to shading differences in the photo gm Off Do not use Dynamic Range Smart Range Correct the loss of bright detail To set Smart Range In Shooting mode press MENU c g J options Dynamic Range an option A V4 You cannot set ISO 100 HDR Capture 2 photos with different exposures and then combine them to create a single image automatically e You
42. 9 For example for a photo captured on Feb 03 the file r j P e File numbers are assigned according to DCF Design rule name would be _203XXXX jpg For a photo captured on Oct 05 the file name would be _AO5XXXX jpg ror Cention rile Sye Tei eeaeee e If you change a file name for example on a computer the camera will not be able to play the file Set the type of folder Folder Type Standard XXXPHOTO e Date XXX_MMDD Camera settings menu gt Setting Default Item Description Item Format the memory card Formatting deletes all existing files including protected files Yes No Format b Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by Dual band another brand of camera a memory card reader or a Mobile AP computer Please format memory cards in the camera before using them to capture photos View the firmware version of the body and the lens Mac address and network certification number or update the firmware e Firmware Update Update the firmware of the camera body or lens Body Firmware Lens Firmware e You can download firmware upgrades from Device B www samsung com Information e You cannot run a firmware upgrade without a fully charged battery Recharge the battery fully before running a firmware upgrade e If you update the firmware user settings and values will GPS be reset Date time language and video out will not change e Do not turn the camera off while the update is
43. A Half press Shutter to focus and then press Shutter to The Zoom allows you to zoom in on a subject with less degradation of capture the photo photo quality than the Digital zoom However the photo resolution may change compared to when you zoom in by rotating the zoom ring p Zoom is not available when you capture burst shots e Zoom is not available when you capture photos in the RAW file format e Zoom is deactivated when you record videos by pressing the video Rotate the mode dial to P A S M or a e This function is not available when you set 3D Auto Mode in 3D mode 2 Press i Function on the lens to select Zoom e You can also press i Function and then press AF or drag the screen to select Zoom 3 Adjust the focus ring to select a zoom ratio e You can also scroll the jog dial or drag the screen to select an option e Photo resolution varies according to the zoom ratio if you use the Zoom X1 2 4560X3040 13 9M 4560X2568 11 7M 3040X3040 9 2M x1 4 3888X2592 10 1M 3888X2184 8 5M 2592X2592 6 7M x1 7 3264X2176 7 1M 3264X1840 6 0M 2176X2176 4 7M x2 2736X1824 5 0M 2736X1536 4 2M 1824X1824 3 3M These figures are based on the maximum resolution at each image ratio My Camera gt Shooting modes Smart mode In Smart mode you can capture photos with options that are preset for a specific scene Macro Action Freeze
44. Any damage that results from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty Appendix gt Maintaining the camera Memory card adapter About memory card Supported memory card This product supports SD Secure Digital SDHC Secure Digital High n r t Capacity SDXC Secure Digital eXtended Capacity UHS 1 Ultra High AAAA Speed 1 microSD microSDHC microSDXC or microUHS 1 memory cards To use micro memory cards with this product a PC or a memory card Terminal reader insert the card into an adapter Write protect switch Label front You can prevent files from being deleted by using the write protect switch on an SD SDHC SDXC or UHS 1 card Slide the switch down to lock or slide it up to unlock Unlock the card when capturing photos and videos Appendix gt Maintaining the camera 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 Size Super Fine Normal RAW S Fine RAW Fine RAW Normal Fine 20 0M 5472X3648 151 179 218 AT 49 52 O oe Swe ssmcsrenisey mse E asm es ee we a i O o w a o a l l as amosso a O os o w O o w s O on O moo wars O nmoseeso as O ms o w O O o s i l i E E E S S E e a a a O momoa mena Appendix gt Maintaining the camera HQ Normal 1080 a Approx 10 10 1920X1080 60 fps 1080 aah Approx 17 41 1920X1080 30 fps 1080
45. Approvel by PTA Year Complies with IDA Standards DA1 00790 Model NX300 Year of Manufacture 2013 Aa NTC ss nA TA 2012 1802 53 TS i APPROVED z Type Approved No ESD 1306913C TRC SS 2013 17 Please refer to the warranty that came with your product C lt O 6 r 8 O or visit our website www samsung com for after sales service or inquiries
46. B setting screen When you reset the information the previously saved user s setting information email address and recently sent email list will be deleted search for available AP devices p 123 J y 3 Press MENU Y Select Setting Password On e To deactivate the password select Off D When the pop up appears select OK Wireless network gt Sending photos or videos via email Changing the email password 1 Cc O w A n L W Rotate the mode dial to Wi FI Select e The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently connected AP device e If the camera has not previously been connected to a WLAN it will search for available AP devices p 123 Press MENU Select Change Password Enter your current 4 digit password Enter a new 4 digit password Enter the new password again When the pop up appears select OK Sending photos or videos via email You can send photos or videos stored on the camera via email For information about entering text refer to Entering text p 127 Rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi C Select e The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently connected AP device e If the camera has not previously been connected to a WLAN it will search for available AP devices p 123 3 Select the Sender box enter your email address and then touch e If you have previously saved your in
47. Caution 177 Charging 34 Insert 33 Best Face mode 65 Bracketing 92 C Camera Connecting as removable disk 160 Connecting to PC 160 Disconnecting Windows 161 Layout 30 Camera specifications 184 Charging 34 Color space 148 D Date amp Time 153 Depth of Field DOF 17 22 Digital Print Order Format DPOF 114 DIRECT LINK 32 Display brightness 152 Display type 43 Drive 90 E Enlarging 113 Exposure Value EV 16 102 gt Fader 105 Files Deleting 111 Photo type 74 Protecting 110 Video type 104 Flash Bounce photography 27 Flash options 94 Guide number 26 Intensity 95 F number 16 Focal length 21 Focus assist 88 Focus Peaking 88 Icons Playback mode 42 Shooting mode 40 i Function 61 i Launcher 163 Image adjustment Adjusting photos 119 Red eye 120 Retouching faces 120 ISO sensitivity 75 i Zoom 63 L Lenses Layout 44 Locking 45 Markings 47 Unlocking 46 M Maintenance 170 Memory card Caution 173 Insert 33 Metering 97 MobileLink 129 Appendix gt Index O One touch shot 87 Optical Image Stabilization OIS 89 Optional accessories Attach the GPS module 51 Connect the flash 49 Flash layout 48 GPS module layout 51 P Panorama mode 66 Photos Editing 117 Enlarging 113 Shooting options 73 Viewing on 3D TV 159 Viewing on camera 108 Viewing on HDTV 158 Picture Wizard 79 Posture 13 Power save mode 153 R Red eye effect Playback mod
48. GB printers have their own methods for representing colors which are called color spaces Option Description SRGB Standard RGB is an international specification sRGB to define the color space created by IEC International Electrotechnical Commission It is widely used for SRGB creating colors on PC monitors and is also the standard color space for Exif sRGB is recommended for regular images and images you intend to publish on the Internet Adobe RGB is used for commercial printing and has a larger color range than sRGB Its wider range of colors Adobe RGB helps you to easily edit photos on a computer Note that individual programs are generally compatible P When the color space is set to Adobe RGB photos will be saved as with a limited number of color spaces SAMXXXX JPG Camera settings menu gt User settings Distortion Correct User Display You can correct lens distortion that might occur from lenses You can add or remove shooting information from the display This feature may not be available with some lenses 1 Touch Operation Set to enable touch operation in Shooting mode Description Use touch operations in Shooting mode Do not use touch operations in Shooting mode You can use touch operations in other situations No Description iFn Customizing ij Set to display the date and time You can select options that can be adjusted when you press i Function on a
49. HDMI cable you can connect the camera to an HDTV using HDMI Output an option p 153 the Anynet CEC method e The Anynet CEC functions allow you to control connected devices using the TV remote control e Turn off your camera and HDTV e Ifthe HDTV supports Anynet CEC the TV turns on automatically when used in conjunction with the camera This feature may not be available on some i f HDTVs 3 Connect to ea HDTV with the optional HDMI e When connected to an HDTV by an HDMI cable the camera cannot capture a cable photo or video e When connected to an HDTV some of the camera s playback functions may not be available e The length of time after which the camera and an HDTV are connected may vary depending on the memory card that you are using As the main feature of a memory card is to increase the transfer speed it is not necessarily true to say that a memory card with a faster transfer speed is also fast in using the HDMI function e 1920X1080 60 fps videos can be played only on full HDTVs capable of playback at 60 fps Y Turn on your HDTV and then select the HDMI video source Connecting to external devices gt Viewing files on an HDTV or 3D TV Viewing filesona3DTV Move toa 3D file and then press Q to switch to 3D mode j i i 2D Mode You can view photos or videos captured in 3D mode or with the 3D Press ISO again to switch to 2D Mode Panorama option in Smart mode on a 3D TV 8 Turn on your TV s
50. LEE Approx 23 38 1920X1080 15 fps 810 alt Approx 21 35 1920X810 24 fps 120 BOP Video Approx 16 51 1280X720 60 fps 120 Ewe Approx 29 11 1280X720 30 fps 480 Ema Approx 120 47 640X480 30 fps e240 Ely Approx 218 48 For Sharing 30 fps ima is available only with some Smart Filter options e The figures above are measured without using the zoom function e Available recording time may vary if you use the zoom e Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time e The maximum recording time is 29 minutes and 59 seconds per file e The maximum playback time of For Sharing videos is 30 seconds per file Approx 12 43 Approx 22 09 Approx 29 24 Approx 27 02 Approx 21 06 Approx 36 35 Approx 153 30 Approx 278 24 Appendix gt Maintaining the camera Cautions when using memory cards Avoid memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 40 C 104 F Extreme temperatures can cause memory cards to malfunction Insert a memory card in the correct direction Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer Reformat the memory card with your camera Turn off the camera when you insert or remove the memory card Do not remove the memory card or tu
51. NU Flash gt To set flash options an option Description 3 Off Do not use the flash nae Smart Flash The camera automatically adjusts the brightness of the flash according to the amount of light in the surrounding environment SMART gA Auto The flash automatically fires in dark places Auto Red eye The flash automatically fires and reduces red eyes gr Fill in The flash fires whenever you capture a photo Brightness is automatically adjusted Fill in Red The flash fires whenever you capture a photo and reduces red eyes SF Description 1st Curtain The flash fires immediately after the shutter opens The camera captures a photo of a subject earlier in an action sequence clearly 2nd Curtain The flash fires just before the shutter closes The camera captures a photo of a subject later in an action sequence clearly e The available options may differ depending on shooting conditions e There is an interval between two bursts of the flash Do not move until the flash fires a second time e Ifyou select Off the flash does not fire even when an external flash is attached Use only Samsung approved flashes Using incompatible flashes may damage your camera AN Shooting Functions gt Flash Reducing the red eye effect Adjusting the flash intensity If the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark a red When the flash is on adjust th
52. TEL cssessscsssseessesseesecsseees 160 Connecting the camera as a removable diSK ss sssssssesssssssessssssssceesssssceessss 160 Disconnecting the camera for Windows XP ccscssessessessessesseesessessesseeseees 161 Transferring files to your Mac O Si sivssiascsasinrsassaacse nniarasrsenansservnlnsninseriavinveeains 161 Using programs on APC i issececcsccscssrrsescecerteeniaumennnimummnnies 163 Installing programs from the provided CD ssssssssesssssssssessessssssscceeessssseeeees 163 Available programs when using i Launchef sssssessssssscecssssseccsssssssesesssssecessss 163 Using i Launchef sessssesssssssesssssssessssseccesssssscesssssecessssecceesssseeessssseressssseerossseeresssses 163 Requirements for Windows OS ssssssssseesssssssseeccesssssssseeceessssseseceeesssssseeerresssssesee 163 Requirements for Mac OS sesesssssesessssssesceseessssseeecesssssssseeteessssseseceressssssererersssssesee 164 Opening 1 LAUIGEM SN sca coeretsieesten ratutcenntrrennineeere meant nein 164 USING Multimedia ViQWET ccscsssssssssssssesssssesseesessesssssssscsscssssssscsssassaeaneaeeseesee 165 Downloading the FITMWALE c sessessessecscsscssessessecsessscsscssecsessecsscsscenceseeseesscaseeseess 166 Downloading the PC Auto Backup program ss ss ssssssseessssssccssssseecressssscesssssees 166 Installing Adobe Photoshop Lightroom ssssseesssssssessssssseessssseceesssseeessssses 167 Using Adobe Photoshop Lightro
53. This may discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction lf the camera overheats remove the battery and allow it to cool down e Prolonged usage of the camera may overheat the battery and raise the internal temperature of the camera If the camera stops operating remove the battery and allow it to cool down e High internal temperatures may result in noise in your photos This is normal and does not affect your camera s overall performance Avoid interference with other electronic devices Your camera emits radio frequency RF signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment such as pacemakers hearing aids medical devices and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience To prevent unwanted interference use only Samsung approved devices or accessories Use your camera in the normal position Avoid contact with your camera s internal antenna Data transference and your responsibilities e Data transferred via WLAN could be leaked so avoid transferring sensitive data in public areas or on open networks e The camera manufacturer is not liable for any data transfers that infringe on copyrights trademarks intellectual property laws or public decency ordinances Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual Mode indications Icon Function Mode Indica
54. Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking e Ensure that the lens is clean If not clean the lens p 170 Situation The colors in the photo do not match the actual scene The photo is too bright or too dark Photos are distorted Playback screen does not appear on the connected external device Your computer does not recognize your camera Your computer disconnects the camera while transferring files Suggested remedies An incorrect White Balance can create unrealistic color Select the proper White Balance option to suit the light source p 76 Your photo is overexposed or underexposed e Adjust the aperture value or the shutter speed e Adjust the ISO sensitivity p 75 e Turn off or on the flash p 94 e Adjust the exposure value p 102 This camera can have minute distortion when using a wide angle lens that enables shooting with a wide angle of view This is normal and does not cause malfunction Ensure that HDMI cable is properly connected to the external monitor Ensure that the memory card is properly recorded Ensure that the USB cable is connected correctly Ensure that your camera is switched on Ensure that you are using a supported operating system The file transfer may be interrupted by static electricity Disconnect the USB cable and connect it again Appendix gt Before contacting a service center Your computer cannot play videos i Launcher i
55. View the slide show e Press to pause Press again to resume e Press MENU to stop the slide show and return to Playback mode Press DISP ISQ to adjust the volume level 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 MENU gt 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 In Playback mode select a photo and then press MENU 2 Select gt DPOF 3 Press DISP ISQ to set the number of copies To select another photo press AF U Press to save Playback Editing In Playback mode you can play a video capture an image from a video or crop a video to save as another file Video viewing controls Icon Button Description View previous file Scan backward Each time you 44 4471 touch the icon or press the
56. a video and play it at 1 2 normal speed Available x4 only with 1280x720 30 fps 640x480 or 320x240 To set fader In Shooting mode press MENU Fader options an option icon Description W x1 Record a video and play it at normal speed BI Off Fader function not used We x5 Record a video and play it at 5X normal speed TT In Scene gradually fades in W x10 Record a video and play it at 10X normal speed mA Out Scene gradually fades out 2 x20 Record a video and play it at 20X normal speed mi In out The fader function is applied at the start and end of the scene p e Ifyou select an option other than x1 sound will not be recorded e The available options may differ depending on shooting conditions V4 When you use the fader function it may take longer to save a file Shooting Functions gt Video functions 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 MENU 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 MENU Wind Cut sound an option
57. ack due to the flicker effect In 3D mode the Enlarge x8 option of MF Assist may not be available The camera s display shows 3D videos only in 2D Photos captured with the 3D function are saved in JPEG 2D and MPO 3D formats On your camera s display you can view only JPEG files To view 3D files connect your camera to a 3D TV or 3D monitor with an optional HDMI cable While viewing wear proper 3D glasses You cannot use the flash in 3D mode My Camera gt Shooting modes Shortcut Available functions by shooting mode Available in Framing Mode p 59 P A S M For details about shooting functions see Chapter 2 i Press a shortcut for each function OIS Anti Shake p 89 P A S M O CMO F 3 Available i Ta Drive Continuous pdb is Salhi Burst Timer P A S M UO 3D Fn Photo Size p 73 P A S M U 3D Bracketing p 90 Quality p 74 P A S M amp Metering p 97 P A S M Fn ISO p 75 P A S M Fn ISO P A S M White Balan 76 A S ite Balance p 76 P A S M Flash p 94 P A S M Go Picture Wizard p 79 P A S M T compensation p 102 P A S Fn Ed TI TI Smart Filter p 101 P A S M Fn AF Mode p 80 P A S M O 6 3D Fn Exposure lock p 103 AF Area p 83 P A S M Fn AF Some functions are limited in these modes Touch AF p 86 P A S M amp Gio 3D 5 MF Assist p 88 P A S M O CMO 3D J Focus
58. ainy Low less grainy Concepts in Photography Correlation between focal length angle Congre 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 A short focal length translates into a wide angle which allows you to capture a wide shot A long focal length translates into a narrow angle which allows you to capture telephoto shots telephoto shot Short focal length narrow angle Look at these photos below and compare the changes wide angle lens wide shot wide angle 18 mm angle 55 mm angle 200 mm angle Lb Normally a lens with a wide angle is suitable for shooting landscapes and a lens with a narrow angle is recommended for shooting sports events or portraits Concepts in Photography Depth of field Portraits or still life photos mostly acclaimed by people are the ones on which the background is out of focus so the subject looks pronounced Depending on the focused areas a photo can be blurred or sharpened This is called a low DOF or a high DOF The depth of field is the focused area around the subject Therefore a small DOF signifies that the focused area is narrow and a large DOF means the focused area is wide A photo with a small DOF which stresses the subject and makes the rest of i
59. ally and captures a the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place photo colors or patterns on the subject and the background are the same the subject includes horizontal patterns such as blinds the camera shakes excessively e When tracking fails the feature will be reset e Ifthe camera fails to track the subject the focus area will be reset e Ifthe camera fails to focus the focus frame will change to red and the focus will be reset C Shooting Functions In the manual focus mode you have to rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus When you use the MF Assist function or the Focus Peaking function you can achieve a clearer focus This function is only available on a lens that supports manual focus MF Assist In the manual focus mode you can enlarge the scene and easily adjust the focus while rotating the focus ring To set the manual In Shooting mode press MENU c MF Assist gt focus assist an option Default Option Description Off Do not use the MF Assist function The focus area is magnified by 5 times when you rotate the focus ring Enlarge x5 Default Option Description The focus area is magnified by 8 times when you rotate the focus ring Enlarge x8 Focus Peaking In the manul focus mode the color you selected appears on the focused subject to help you focus while rotating the focus ring To set Focus In Shooting mode press MENU
60. amera gt Shooting modes Adjust the focus ring to select a value e You can also scroll the jog dial to adjust the value e You can also drag the slider or touch to adjust the value Half press Shutter to focus and then press Shutter to capture the photo La e As you sharpen photos the aperture value Increases and the shutter speed reduces In dark places photos may be blurry e This function is not available when you set 3D Auto Mode in 3D mode Using i Function in P A S M modes 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 Rotate the mode dial to P A S or M 2 Press i Function on the lens to select a setting e You can also press i Function and then press AF or drag the screen to select a setting My Camera gt Shooting modes 3 Adjust the focus ring to select an option Available options e You can also scroll the jog dial or drag the screen to select an option Aperture O O l TeJo m p e To select items to appear when you press i Function on the lens in Shooting UY Half press Shutter to focus and then press Shutter to mode press MENU amp iFn Customizing an item ca pture the photo e This function is not available when you set 3D Auto Mode in 3D mode My Camera gt Shooting modes UR ROP
61. amera to set shooting options automatically depending on shooting conditions in 3D mode press MENU Cc 3D Auto Mode On e To change the 3D recording option press MENU 3D REC Mode a desired option Icon Bo dh Default Description Side by Side Displays two images next to each other Frame Packing Displays the images for the left and right eye alternately in frames Available shooting options differ compared to other shooting modes You can select either 4 1M 2688X1512 or 2 1M 1920X1080 photo size The video resolution is set to 1920X1080 Videos recorded in 3D may be dark or playback may be jittery Shooting in low temperatures may result in color distortion in images and may consume more battery power You may not be able to shoot properly in conditions below 8 5 LV 900 lux For best results capture photos in places with sufficient light When you photograph objects that contain polarizing material such as a display sunglasses or a polarizing filter or use the polarizing material with your lens the images may appear dark or the 3D effect may not be applied properly Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking If you rotate or tilt the camera vertically while shooting the 3D effect may not be applied properly Capture images with the camera in the normal position If you shoot in fluorescent lighting or capture images displayed by projectors or TVs the images may appear bl
62. and battery have been separated for a prolonged Do not use your camera near fuels combustibles or flammable period chemicals Do not store or carry flammable liquids gases or explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its accessories Do not store the camera where there are mothballs Appendix gt Maintaining the camera Using the camera with caution in humid environments When you transfer the camera from a cold environment to a warm one condensation can form on the lens or internal components of the camera In this situation turn off the camera and wait for at least 1 hour If condensation forms on the memory card remove the memory card from the camera and wait until all moisture has evaporated before reinserting it Other cautions Do not swing your camera by the strap This may cause injury to yourself or others or damage to your camera Do not paint your camera as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation Turn off the camera when not using it Your camera consists of delicate parts Avoid impacts to the camera Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case when not in use Protect the camera from scratches by keeping it away from sand sharp implements or loose change Do not use the camera if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face Take the camera to a Samsung service center to have it repaire
63. are Play device refer to the device s user manual e Videos may not play smoothly depending on the type of AllShare Play device or the network condition For smooth playback use a 5 Ghz dual band AP device A A camera is connected to a TV that supports AllShare Play via WLAN Wireless network gt Using AllShare Play to send files You can share up to 1 000 recent files On an AllShare Play device you can view only photos or videos captured with your camera The range of the wireless connection between your camera and an AllShare Play device may vary depending on the specifications of the AP If the camera is connected to 2 AllShare Play devices playback may be slower Photos or videos will be shared in their original sizes You can use this feature only with devices that support AllShare Play Shared photos or videos will not be stored on the AllShare Play device but they can be stored in the camera to meet the device s specifications Transferring photos or videos to the AllShare Play device may take some time depending on the network connection the number of files to be shared or the sizes of the files If you power off the camera abnormally while viewing photos or videos on an AllShare Play device for example by removing the battery the device considers the camera to still be connected The order of photos or videos on the camera may be different than on the AllShare Play device Depending on the number of photos or
64. b storage select a web storage first You cannot upload video files to AllShare Play online storage When there are no files in the camera memory you cannot use this feature You can upload up to 20 files You can also upload photos in Playback mode by pressing MENU and then selecting Share Wi Fi AllShare Play Wireless network gt Using AllShare Play to send files Viewing photos or videos on devices that support AllShare Play Rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi C Select Nearby devices e If the guide message appears select Yes e The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently connected AP device If the camera has not previously been connected to a WLAN it will search for available AP devices p 123 You can set to allow only selected devices or all devices to connect by pressing MENU and then selecting DLNA Access Control on the screen A sharing file list is created Wait until other devices can find your camera 3 Connect the AllShare Play device to a network and then turn on the AllShare Play feature e Refer to your device s user manual for more information Y On the camera allow the AllShare Play device to connect to your camera 5 On the AllShare Play device select a camera to connect 6 On the AllShare Play device browse the shared photos or videos e For information about searching for the camera and browsing the photos or videos on the AllSh
65. bout optional accessories refer to the manual for l pre each accessory e The illustrations may differ from the actual items B e 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 2 Hot shoe fastening dial 3 Hot shoe connection My Camera gt ACCeSSOrles 3 Lock the flash into place by turning the hot shoe fastening dial clockwise Connecting the external flash Remove the hot shoe cover from the camera My Camera gt ACCeSSOrles e You can capture a photo with a flash that is not fully charged but it is recommended to use a fully charged flash e Refer to the optional accessories page for available external flashes p 195 e The available options may differ depending on the shooting mode e There is an interval between two bursts of the flash Do not move until the flash fires a second time e SEF8A may not be compatible with other NX series cameras e 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 SEF220A example optional 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Display icons READY lamp Test button MODE button Flash release button POWER button Battery cover Bulb TELE WIDE mode switch Hot shoe connection My Camera gt ACCeSSOrles
66. button while playing the video you change the scan speed in this order 2X 4X 8X a kewl Pause or resume playback View next file Scan forward Each time you touch the gt gt gt P AF icon or press the button while playing the video you change the scan speed in this order 2X 4X 8X Adjust the volume or mute the sound DISP ISO Trimming a video during playback 1 Cc In Playback mode scroll to a video and then touch Ye Press X or touch P to start playing the video Press X or touch If at the point where you want the trimming to begin Press Fn or touch Start Point Press X or touch to resume playing the video Press X or touch Il at the point where you want the trimming to end Playback Editing gt Playing videos Press Fn or touch End Point 8 Press Fn or touch Trim to trim a video e You can adjust the scene to be cropped by dragging the handles that appear on the progress bar Q When the pop up message appears select Yes e You cannot trim a video recorded in 3D mode p e The original video should be at least 10 seconds long e The camera will save the edited video as a new file and leave the original video intact Capturing an image during playback While viewing a video press or touch Hat the point where you want to capture an image C Press Fn or touch Capture p e You cannot capture an image from a video recorded in 3D mode e The resoluti
67. cannot delete or rotate a protected file Lock Unlock all files Lock or unlock all files In Playback mode press MENU CJ Protect All 2 Select an option Option Description Lock Lock all files Unlock Unlock all files Cancel Return to the previous menu Playback Editing gt Searching and managing files 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 In Playback mode select a file and then press f C When the pop up message appears select Yes Deleting multiple files You can select multiple files and delete them In Playback mode press MENU C Delete Select e Alternatively in thumbnails view press 1 and then select files to delete 2 Select files you want to delete by pressing AF and then press Press 3 again to cancel your selection 3 Press 1 U When the pop up message appears select Yes Playback Editing gt Searching and managing files Deleting all files You can delete all files on the memory card at once In Playback mode press MENU eC Select gt Delete All 3 When the pop up message appears select Yes i a A ENA 0 no L dimo ett O A d THA e 0 A AD T SUCH I OOD th Playback Edit
68. cannot set an ISO option higher than ISO 3200 p e Dynamic Range options cannot be set at the same time as Picture Wizard options Without Dynamic Range effect With Dynamic Range effect Shooting Functions Smart Filter lets you apply special effects to your photos You can select Option Description various filter options to create special effects that are difficult to be Negative Apply a negative film effect achieved with normal lenses Red Desaturate all colors but red To set Smart Filter In Shooting mode press MENU gt Smart Filter gt Green Desaturate all colors but green See anopuon Blue Desaturate all colors but blue Yellow Desaturate all colors but yellow Option Description Off No effect Vignetting Apply the retro looking colors high contrast and strong Vy Smart filter options cannot be set with Picture Wizard options at the same time vignette effect of Lomo cameras Apply a tilt shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature 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 Shooting Functions 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
69. capture a photo with your camera the photo saved to the smiartphon automatically e For iOS devices turn on the Wi Fi feature before turning on the application To start the application automatically on an NFC enabled smart V4 e The AutoShare feature is supported by Galaxy series smart phones or Galaxy phone turn on the function and place the smart phone near Tab models with the Android 2 3 OS or higher or iOS devices with the iOS 6 0 or higher Before using this feature check the device s firmware and update it the NFC tag p 30 on the camera Verity that the smart phone is if needed connected to your camera and then skip to step 6 e You should install Samsung SMART CAMERA App on your phone or device before using this feature You can download the application from Samsung Fer yearn eon Mone ernie sie nth ETC U Select the camera from the list and connect the smart phone CAMERA App is compatible with Samsung camera models manufactured in to the camera 2013 or later e To install and launch Samsung SMART CAMERA App on an NFC enabled smart phone turn on the NFC feature and place the smart phone near an NFC tag p 30 on the camera This feature is supported by smart phones running 5 On the camera allow the smart phone to connect to your Android OS 2 3 or higher This feature is not available for iOS devices e The smart phone can connect to only one camera at a time camera e You must insert a memory card to use this f
70. cate 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 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 t
71. ce is switched on do not leave it in any confined space for a prolonged period e Do not allow battery terminals to come in contact with metallic objects such Battery specifications as necklaces coins keys or watches y SP e Use only authentic manufacturer recommended Lithium ion replacement ae batteries pee Description e Do not disassemble the battery or puncture the battery with any sharp Type Lithium ion battery e Avoid exposing the battery to high pressure or crushing forces e Avoid exposing the battery to major impacts such as dropping it from high Cell capacity 1 130 mAh places Voltage 76V e Do not expose the battery to temperatures of 60 C 140 F or above e Do not allow the battery to come in contact with moisture or liquids Charging time When the battery A e Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the pprox 215 min is completely discharged like Charging the battery by connecting it to a computer may take longer Disposal guidelines Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or e Dispose of the battery with care improperly For your safety follow these instructions for proper battery e Do not dispose of the battery in a fire handling e Disposal regulations may differ by country or region Dispose of the battery in e The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly If you notice accordance with all local and federal regulations
72. ckup For information about installing the PC Auto Backup program refer to page 133 Connecting to external devices gt Using programs on a PC Installing Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Insert Adobe Photoshop Lightroom DVD ROM into your PC Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to JPEG formats and stored in the memory according to the settings of the camera at the time of shooting RAW files are not transformed to JPEG formats and are stored in the memory without any changes With Adobe Photoshop Lightroom you can calibrate exposures White Balances tones contrasts and colors 3 Follow the on screen instructions of photos You can also edit JPEG or TIFF files as well as RAW files For more information refer to the program guide C Select a language Chapter Appendix Get information about error messages camera maintenance trouble shooting tips specifications and optional accessories Appendix When the following error messages appear try these remedies Lens is locked Card Error Low Battery No Image File File Error Memory Full Card Locked The lens is locked Rotate the lens counter clockwise until you hear a click p 45 e Turn off your camera and then turn it on again e Remove your memory card and insert it again Format your memory card Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery Capture photos or insert a memory card that contain
73. contains thin metal plates that open and close to let light through the aperture and into the camera The size of the aperture is closely related to the brightness of a photo the larger the aperture the brighter the photo the smaller the aperture the darker the photo Aperture sizes Minimum aperture Darker photo aperture opened slightly Medium aperture Maximum aperture Brighter photo aperture opened wide The size of the aperture is represented by a value known as an F number The f number represents the focal length divided by the diameter of the lens For example if a lens with a 50 mm focal length has an f number of F2 the diameter of the aperture is 25 mm 50 mm 25 mm F2 The smaller the f number the greater the size of the aperture The opening in the aperture is described as the Exposure Value EV Increasing the Exposure Value 1 EV means the amount of light doubles Decreasing the Exposure Value 1 EV means the amount of light halves You can also use the exposure compensation feature to fine tune the amount of light by subdividing exposure values into 1 2 1 3 EV and so on Exposure Value Steps Concepts in Photography Aperture value and the depth of field You can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the aperture It is closely related to the depth of field DOF which can be expressed as small or large A photo with a large DOF A
74. coseccosercosercoseccosarcosascosascosarcosasees 34 Performing the initial setUp ssesssesesesesecseseseseoeosescseseoeseoscseseseoeoscseseseosoe 35 Selecting functions options esesesseseseseseocssoseseseseoeosesoseseoeocoscseseocseosese 36 Selecting with bUttonS sssssssssssseessssseceesssssesossseecessssseeeossssecsossseceresssseessssseeessssss 36 Selecting DY TOU ss R E ceeraiern nes 36 Using MENU ccccpsuiausrennmen NR R 37 E g Selecting the photo size in P MOde sssssssssssssssssssssseseeseceereeeeeesesessesesssssssses 37 Usingthe Smart pane ists ncciccseririeniatavasnarcntamnenuerauacianacannid 38 E g Adjust the exposure value in P Mode ssssssssssssssssssssesesrcceseeresesessesessssssssss 38 Contents Display ICONS sorain A N A 40 FY SO OUI MOUE aA R 40 Capturing PROTOS osiers apen e EN 40 Recording vVideOS ssuisesssasssisinn a 41 About the level gauge ssssseesssssseeessssseessssssssceessssscesssssseessssseeceossseeerenssssceessssseeeessss 41 M Playback MOTE siressa N R 42 Viewing PNOTOS siccicsavesescanintestssessassrietsastoisssasveanborin cata acta ctatabotagpaentedeaneanneantonicies 42 PNA MUNCH WIGS eerren nn EES A A EE EEA 42 Changing the information displayed sssssssssssssssssessssssssssseecesssssssssssssseceeeees 43 EE g i E E E A E A A E 44 EEA E EAA E O N A A team caiaele 44 Locking or unlocking the l NS cssssssssssssecsssssssecsecseesssssssseacsacescsscsscsscsscasensenss 45 Len
75. ct Voice Wind Cut or other options to set recording options p 106 Rotate the mode dial to GU P A S M or B e This feature may not work in some modes 2 Set the desired options 3 Press Video recording to start recording U Press Video recording again to stop Fd 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 have the image stabilizer option on when shooting a movie the camera may record the image stabilizer sound The zoom sound or other lens sounds may be recorded if you adjust the lens while recording a video When using an optional video lens the autofocus noise is not recorded If you remove the camera lens while recording a movie the recording will be interrupted Do not change the lens while recording If you attach an external microphone while recording a movie sound will not be recorded through the external microphone The previous settings are maintained If you remove the external microphone while recording a movie sound will not be recorded Turn off the camera before attaching or removing the external microphone My Camera gt Shooting modes e If you change the shooting angle of the camera suddenly while shooting a 3 D mM od e movie the camera may not be able to record images accurately Use a tripod to minimiz
76. cts to your photos Touch Gs and then touch an option Description No effect Original Apply the retro looking colors high contrast Vignetting and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras Apply a tilt shift effect to make the subject Miniature ees 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 Ink Sketch Acryl Negative Red Green Blue Yellow C Touch OK 3 Touch E to save Apply an oil sketching effect Apply an ink sketching effect Apply an acryl painting effect Apply a negative film effect Desaturate all colors but red Desaturate all colors but green Desaturate all colors but blue Desaturate all colors but yellow Chapter 4 Wireless network ks WLANs and use functio Wireless network Learn to connect via an access point AP when you are in a range of a Icon Option Description WLAN You can also configure network settings D Ad hoc AP E Secured AP R WPS AP Connecting to a WLAN ea Rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi gt Press AF or touch to open network setting options C Select mt amp or Dy e When you select a secured AP a pop up window appears Enter the required passwords to connect to the WLAN For information about 3 Press IMENU and then select Wi Fi Setting entering text refer to Entering text p
77. cus manually In most cases you can have a focus by selecting Single AF Fast moving subjects or subjects of a color similar to the background are difficult to focus Select an appropriate focusing mode for such instances If your lens has an AF MF switch you must set the switch according to the selected mode Set the switch to AF when you select Single AF or Continuous AF Set the switch to MF when you select Manual Focus When your lens has no AF MF switch press AF to select a desired AF mode Shooting Functions gt AF mode Single AF is appropriate for shooting a still subject When you press While you are pressing Shutter halfway the camera continues to Shutter halfway the focus fixes in the focus area The area turns green automatic focusing Once the focus area is fixed on the subject the subject when the focus is achieved is always in focus even when moving This mode is recommended for shooting a person on a bicycle a running dog or a car racing scene Shooting Functions gt AF mode Manual focus You can manually focus on a subject by rotating the focus ring on the lens The MF Assist function lets you easily achieve a focus While you are rotating the focus ring the focus area is magnified When you use the Focus Peaking function the color you selected appears on the focused subject This mode is recommended for shooting an object similar in color to the background a night scene or fireworks D
78. d Never place cameras batteries chargers or accessories near on or in heating devices such as microwave ovens stoves or radiators These devices may be deformed and can overheat and cause a fire or explosion Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight as this may discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches Clean your lens with a soft clean debris free lens cloth The camera may turn off if impacted from the outside This is to protect the memory card Turn on the camera to use it again While you use the camera it may heat up This is normal and should not affect your camera s lifespan or performance When you use the camera in low temperatures it may take some time to turn on the color of the display may be changed temporarily or after images may appear These conditions are not malfunctions and they will correct themselves when the camera is returned to milder temperatures Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies itchy skin eczema or swelling for people with sensitive skin If you experience any of these symptoms stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera s compartments slots or access points Damage due to improper use may not be covered by your warranty Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or attempt to service the camera yourself
79. d the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorientate or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Samsung Electronics America Inc Model No Samsung NX300 Responsible Party Samsung Electronics America Inc Address 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ 07660 Telephone No 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is sub
80. defined settings and shows the results on the screen Set the Custom button to Optical preview p 150 Composition m It is fun to capture a photo of the beauty of world with a camera No matter how the world is beautiful however a poor composition cannot capture the beauty of it When it comes to composition it is very important to prioritize subjects Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo Usually abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition Rule of Thirds To use the rule of thirds divide the image into a 3x3 pattern of equal rectangles To compose photos that best emphasize the subject make sure the subject is located at one of the corners of the center rectangle Concepts in Photography Using the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling compositions Below are a few examples Photos with two subjects If your subject is in one corner of the photo it creates an unbalanced composition You can stabilize the photo by capturing a second subject in the opposite corner to balance the weight of the photo Stable When taking landscape photos centering the horizon will create an unbalanced effect Give more weight to the photo by moving the horizon up or down Subject 1 SU a Unstable Stable Concepts in Photography Flash Light is one of the most important components in photography It s not easy however
81. e You can download the application from Samsung e If you select Select Files from Smartphone you can use your Apps the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store Samsung SMART smart phone to view and share files stored on the camera Sees eigomn pall e Withasung camcramece mandated e If you select Select Files from Camera you can select files to send e To install and launch Samsung SMART CAMERA App on an NFC enabled from the camera smart phone turn on the NFC feature and place the smart phone near an NFC tag p 30 on the camera This feature is supported by smart phones running y On the smart phone turn on Samsung SMART CAMERA App Android OS 2 3 or higher This feature is not available for iOS devices e When there are no files in the camera memory you cannot use this feature e For iOS devices turn on the Wi Fi feature before turning on the e If you select files from the smart phone you can view up to 1 000 recent files application and send up to 150 files at a time If you select files from the camera you can a view files that were selected from the camera The maximum number of files e To start the application automatically on an NFC enabled smart that can be sent varies depending on the storage space of the smart phone phone turn on the function and place the smart phone near e When you send Full HD videos using MobileLink feature you may not be able the NFC tag p 30 on the camera Verify that the smart phone iS to play back files on so
82. e 120 Shooting mode 95 Remote Viewfinder 131 Resolution Playback mode 118 Shooting mode Movie 104 Shooting mode Photo 73 Retouching faces 120 Rotating 118 Rule of thirds 24 S Service center 181 Settings 152 Shooting modes Aperture Priority 57 Lens Priority 60 Manual 59 Program 55 Recording 68 Shutter Priority 58 Smart 64 Smart Auto 53 Shutter speed 18 20 Slide show 113 Smart filter Playback mode 121 Shooting mode 101 Smart panel 38 T Thumbnails 108 Timer 91 Touch AF 86 Touch screen 36 Tracking AF 86 Transferring files Mac 161 Windows 160 TV 158 U Unpacking 29 V Video Out 153 Videos Capturing 116 Options 104 Recording 68 Viewing 115 W White balance 76 Wireless network 123 3 3D mode 69 Appendix Correct Disposal of This Product Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in countries with separate collection systems This marking on the product accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories e g charger headset USB cable should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources Household users should contact either the retailer where they purc
83. e Display all information about the current file J N IR y e Display all information about the current file including G SSS m RGB histogram You can purchase optional lenses made exclusively for your NX series No Description camera Lens mount index Learn about the functions of each lens and select one that suits your needs Zoom ring and preferences Focus ring p 88 Lens hood mount index Lens Lens layout i Function button p 60 SAMSUNG 18 55 mm F3 5 5 6 OIS III lens example AF MF switch p 80 COIN A AIAI Wi ni Lens contacts Lb When not using the lens attach the lens cap and lens mount cover to protect the lens from dust and scratches KEW N My Camera gt Lenses 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 as shown in the illustration No Description Lens mount index Zoom lock switch Lens i Function button p 60 Zoom ring 1 2 3 4 Focus ring p 88 5 6 7 Lens contacts My Camera gt Lenses To unlock the lens rotate the zoom ring as shown in the illustation until SAMSUNG 16 mm F2 4 lens example you hear the click B You cannot capture a photo when the lens is locked No Description 1 2 3 4 5 i Function button p 60 Lens mount index Focus ring p 88 Lens Lens
84. e Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo and the Wi Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi Fi Alliance Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera This may result in electric shock or damage to the camera Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive gases and liquids This may cause a fire or explosion Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store these materials near the camera This may cause a fire or electric shock Do not handle your camera with wet hands This may result in electric shock Prevent damage to subjects eyesight Do not use the flash in close proximity closer than 1 m 3 ft to people or animals If you use the flash too close to your subject s eyes this can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage Keep your camera away from small children and pets Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures for an extended period o
85. e camera shake You can capture 3D photos or videos with an optional 3D lens e The camera supports only the Multi AF function when recording a video You cannot use any other focus area setting functions such as Face Detection AF e When the size of a movie file exceeds 4 GB the camera automatically stops recording even if the maximum recording time 29 minutes and 59 seconds has not been reached e Ifyou use a slow writing memory card the recording of your movie can be interrupted because the card cannot process data at the rate the video is being shot If this occurs replace the card with a faster memory card or reduce the video size for example from 1280X720 to 640X480 e When formatting a memory card always format using the camera If you format on another camera or a PC you can lose files on the card or cause a change in the capacity of the card e When you press the video recording button Zoom turns off e While recording a video in the same ISO sensitivity the screen may be darker than taking a photo Adjust the ISO sensitivity e When you record a video in P A or S mode ISO is automatically set to Auto SAMSUNG 45 mm F1 8 T6 2D 3D lens example Set the 2D 3D switch on the lens to 3D and then capture a photo or video 1 5 5 m away from the subject My Camera gt Shooting modes e 3D mode is always on regardless of the mode dial of the camera except Wi Fi e To use auto 3D options that enable the c
86. e flash intensity 2 levels glow may appear in the eyes To reduce the red eye effect select Auto Red eye or Fill in Red In Shooting mode press Fn Flash an option DISP scroll the jog dial or press 8 AF to adjust the flash intensity To set the flash intensity Without red eye reduction With red eye reduction J If the subject is too far from the camera or moves when the first flash fires red eyes may not be reduced Shooting Functions gt Flash e You can also drag the slider or touch to adjust the intensity e Adjusting the flash intensity may not be effective when the subject is too close to the camera you set a high ISO sensitivity the exposure value is too big or too small e In some shooting modes you cannot use this function e If you attach an intensity adjustable external flash to the camera the intensity settings of the flash will be applied e Ifthe subject is too close when you use the flash some light may be blocked resulting in a dark photo Ensure that the subject is within the recommended range which varies by lens e When a lens hood is attached the light from the flash can be blocked by the hood Remove the hood to use the flash gt gt Z li Shooting Functions The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light The camera measures the amount of light in a scene and in many of its modes uses
87. e is properly mounted and turned on e Set the date and time again e This screen appears when the camera s internal power source is completely discharged Insert a fully charged battery and wait at least 72 hours in power off status for the internal power source to be recharged Appendix Image Sensor Display Type CMOS Type Sensor size 23 5 X 15 7 mm l Size Effective pixels Approx 20 3 mega pixels Resolution Total pixels Approx 21 6 mega pixels Field of view Color filter RGB primary color filter Lens Mount Angle Type Samsung NX Mount User display Available lens Samsung lenses Focusing Image Stabilization Type Type Lens shift depends on lens Mode Off Mode 1 Mode 2 Distortion Correct Off On depends on lens Depth Zoom X1 2 1 4 1 7 2 0 Dust Reduction Focusing point Mode Type Super sonic drive AF Assist Lamp AMOLED with Touch Panel C type Touch Control Enabled 3 31 Approx 84 0 mm WVGA 800X480 768 k dots PenTile Approx 100 Tiltable Up 90 Down 45 Grid Line Icons Histogram Distance Scale Level gauge Phase Detection amp Contrast AF e Total AF point 105 points Phase Detection AF 247 points Contrast AF e Selection 1 point Free selection e Multi Normal 21 3 X 7 points Cross point 1 Close up 35 points e Face detection Max 10 faces Single AF Continuous AF Manual Focus Touch AF amp Shutter Green LED Appendix g
88. e viewing wear proper 3D glasses e Capturing photos in 3D Panorama mode may result in a less pronounced 3D effect than those captured with a 3D lens To increase the 3D effect attach the optional 3D lens and use 3D mode p 69 capturing moving subjects nearby shooting conditions where the brightness or color of light is changing e Photos taken are automatically saved and shooting is stopped under the following conditions if you change the shooting direction while shooting if you move the camera too rapidly if you don t move the camera My Camera gt Shooting modes Recording a video In Shooting mode you can record Full HD videos 1920X1080 by pressing Video recording The camera lets you record a video up to 29 minutes and 59 seconds in length at 60 30 24 or 15 fps and saves the files in MP4 H 264 format 60 fps is available only with 1920X1080 and 1280X720 and 24 fps is available only with 1920X810 15 fps is available only with some Smart Filter options The sound is recorded via the camera s microphone You can set the exposure by adjusting the aperture value and shutter speed for the mode you selected When you use a lens that does not have an AF MF switch while recording a video press AF to deactivate or activate the AF function When you use the lens that has an AF MF switch the AF function works according to the switch s setting Select Fader to fade in or out a scene You can also sele
89. e your pre defined settings You can manually set the White Balance by pressing DISP and then shooting a white sheet of paper Fill the spot metering circle with the paper and set the White Balance Shooting Functions gt White Balance Description Customizing preset White Balance options Color Temperature Manually adjust the color temperature of the light source Color temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin that indicates the specific type of light source As the color temperature increases the color distribution becomes cooler Alternatively as the color temperature decreases the color distribution becomes warmer Press DISP and then adjust the color temperature You can also customize preset White Balance options In Shooting mode press MENU White Balance an option DISP scroll the jog dial or press DISP ISO S AFI To customize preset options 10 000 K Clear sky 8 000 K Fluorescent H 6 000 K Cloudy 5 000 K Daylight 4 000 K Fluorescent L MENU Back Set Reset 3 000 K Halogen lamp Tungsten V4 You can also touch an area on the screen 2 000 K Candle light B Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions Shooting Functions gt White Balance Examples Daylight p z al Fluorescent Daylight Tungsten Shooting Functions Picture Wizard photo styles Picture Wizard lets you apply differe
90. eature e If you set this function the setting is maintained even when you change the e If the smart phone has been connected to your camera before it is Shooting mode connected automatically e This feature may not be supported in some modes or may not be available an with some shooting options e An icon that shows the connection status R will appear on the camera s screen Onthe camera in Shooting mode press MENU 6 Onthe camera capture a photo e The captured photo is saved to the camera and then transferred to C Onthe camera select AutoShare On the smart phone If the pop up message that prompts you to download the e If you recorded a video it is saved only to the camera application appears select Next Wireless network The camera connects to a smart phone that supports the MobileLink 1 Onthe camera rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi feature via a WLAN You can easily send photos or videos to your smart phone 2 Onthe camera select e If the pop up message that prompts you to download the B e The MobileLink feature is supported by Galaxy series smart phones or Galaxy application appears select Next Tab models with the Android 2 3 OS or higher or iOS devices with the iOS 6 0 or higher Before using this feature check the device s firmware and update it if needed 3 On the camera select a sending option e You should install Samsung SMART CAMERA App on your phone or device before using this featur
91. ed ISO Focal length Exposure value Photo size Date Location information li gt gt gt i gt gt q Description Playback speed Multi Motion Current playback time Video length View previous file Scan backward Each time you touch the scan backward icon you change the scan speed in this order 2X 4X 8X Pause or resume playback View next file Scan forward Each time you touch the scan forward icon you change the scan speed in this order 2X 4X 8X Adjust the volume or mute the sound My Camera gt Display icons Changing the information displayed Press DISP repeatedly to change the display type Mode Display type e Basic shooting information Shooting mode Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure value ISO sensitivity etc Basic shooting information Shooting option buttons P AE ool MENU Fn AutoShare Touch AF Level gauge e Basic shooting information Shooting option buttons mn J H U Shooting fe i T Current shooting options information Photo size Drive j H FF mode Flash Metering AF mode etc cme i net A OA on yo e Basic shooting information Shooting option buttons is RH 45 Fee A d D j information Shooting ap ne HOOD to Current shooting options information Histogram Date or ni IET and time J l MNT o THIS aha Amalni e Basic information HI If Plavback
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93. eed the exposure changes according to the settings so the display may darken With this function on the brightness of the display is constant regardless of the settings so you can better frame your shot To use Framing In Shooting mode press MENU Framing Mode Mode an option My Camera gt Shooting modes Using the Bulb function Use the Bulb function to shoot night scenes or the night sky While you are pressing Shutter the shutter is left open so you can create moving light effects Completely scroll the jog dial to the left to Bulb Press and TSS ciate hold Shutter for the desired time e If you set a high ISO value or open the shutter for a long time image noise may increase e Drive options flash and One touch shot cannot be used with the Bulb function e The Bulb function is available only in Manual mode e Use a tripod and shutter release to prevent your camera from shaking e The longer you open the shutter the longer it takes to save a photo Do not turn the camera off while the camera saves a photo e If you use this function for a long time use a fully charged battery Lens Priority mode Using Depth You can adjust the depth of field to blur or sharpen the background Rotate the mode dial to C Press i Function on the lens to select Depth e You can also press i Function and then press AF or drag the screen to select Depth My C
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95. en multiple file types are created at once only the image files JPG will be sent to the PC with this feature Wireless network You can change settings in the email menu and send photos or videos stored on the camera via email Changing email settings In the email menu you can change settings for storing your information You can also set or change the email password For information about entering text refer to Entering text p 127 Storing your information Rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi C Select e The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently connected AP device e If the camera has not previously been connected to a WLAN it will search for available AP devices p 123 3 Press MENU Y Select Sender Setting Sender Setting Name 6 Select the Email box enter your email address and then touch e Select Save to save your changes e To delete your information select Reset Wireless network gt Sending photos or videos via email Setting an email password 6 Enter a 4 digit password Rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi 7 Enter the password again C Select 8 When the pop up appears select OK e The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently connected AP device If you lost your password you can reset it by selecting RESET on the password If the camera has not previously been connected to a WLAN it will
96. er aperture for example will increase the depth of field and blur the background of a composition DPOF Digital Print Order Format A format for writing printing information such as selected images and number of prints on a memory card DPOF compatible printers sometimes available at photo shops can read the information from the card for convenient printing Appendix gt Glossary EV Exposure Value All the combinations of the camera s shutter speed and lens aperture that result in the same exposure EV Compensation This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera in limited increments to improve the exposure of your photos Exif Exchangeable Image File Format A specification to define an image file format for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronic Industries Development Association JEIDA Exposure The amount of light allowed to reach the camera s sensor Exposure is controlled by a combination of the shutter speed the aperture value and ISO sensitivity Flash A speed light that helps to create adequate exposure in low light conditions Focal length The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point in millimeters Longer focal lengths result in narrower angles of view and the subject is magnified Shorter focal lengths result in wider angles of view Histogram A graphical representation of the brightness of an image The horizontal axis
97. er shooting Set a function of the DIRECT LINK button AutoShare MobileLink Remote Viewfinder Auto Backup Email SNS amp Cloud AllShare Play Custom DIRECT LINK Camera settings menu gt User settings Grid Line Select a guide to help you compose a scene Off 3 X 3 2 X 2 Cross Diagonal AF Lamp When shooting in dark places turn the AF lamp on in order to have a better auto focus The Auto Focus functions more accurately in dark places when the AF lamp is on pE A z Riess 7 ss rap T P OCI O fo H HES gt gt EJ D D E T TD CD TD LCJ E fh ie C om LO LO zi nan RES i Camera settings menu Learn to configure your camera s settings Item To set Setting In Shooting or Playback mode press MENU 0 options an option Default Description System Volume Set the sound volume or turn all sound off entirely Off Low Medium High Display Adjust J Even if the system volume is turned off the camera emits the sound while playing a video or a slide show AF Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you half press the shutter button on or off Off On Button Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press the buttons or touch the screen on or off Off On Sound Auto Display Set the Quick View time length t
98. f time Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause permanent damage to your camera s internal components Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes The camera may overheat which may distort the camera or cause a fire Do not handle the power supply cord or go near the charger during a thunderstorm This may result in electric shock Health and safety information If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera immediately disconnect all power sources such as the battery or charger and then contact a Samsung service center Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera in a certain area Avoid interference with other electronic devices Turn off the camera when in an aircraft Your camera can cause interference with aircraft equipment Follow all airline regulations and turn off your camera when directed by airline personnel Turn off the camera near medical equipment Your camera can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities Follow all regulations posted warnings and directions from medical personnel Avoid interference with pacemakers Maintain the distance between this camera and all pacemakers to avoid potential interference as recommended by the manufacturer and research groups If you have any reason to suspect that your camera is interfering with a pacemaker or other medical device turn off the camera immediately and contact
99. following shooting options Icon Description Flash option or Timer option Photo size Saving location e While using this feature some buttons are not available on your camera e The zoom button and the shutter button on your smart phone will not function when using this feature e Remote Viewfinder mode supports the EJ and Bi photo sizes only On the smart phone touch and hold to focus e The focus is automatically set to Multi AF 8 Release to capture the photo e Photos saved to the smart phone will be resized to 1616X1080 when shooting in gj and to 1920X1080 when shooting in LJ resolution 2 e When you use this feature the ideal distance between the camera and the smart phone may vary depending on your surroundings e The smart phone must be within 7 m of the camera to use this feature e It will take some time to capture the photo after you release on the smart phone e The Remote Viewfinder function will deactivate when there is an incoming call on the smart phone either the camera or the smart phone turns off the memory is full device loses its connection to the WLAN the Wi Fi connection is poor or unstable you perform no operations for approximately 5 minutes while connected Wireless network You can send photos or videos that you captured with the camera to a PC Sending photos or videos to a PC wirelessly Rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi Installing the program for Auto Backup
100. formation it will be inserted automatically p 135 e To use an address from the list of previous senders select W an address Wireless network gt Sending photos or videos via email U Select the Receiver box enter an email address and then touch e e To use an address from the list of previous recipients select W an address e Select to add additional recipients You can input up to 30 recipients e Select X to delete an address from the list 5 Select Next 6 Select files to send e You can select up to 20 files The total size must be 7 MB or less J Select Next 8 Select the comment box enter your comments and then touch e Q Select Send e The camera will send the email 2 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 You may not be able to send an email if no network connection is available or if your email account settings are incorrect You cannot send an email if the file size exceeds the limit The maximum photo resolution you can send is 2M and the longest video you can upload is a video recorded using a If the selected photo resolution is higher than 2M it will be automatically resized to a lower resolution If you cannot send an email because of firewall or user authentication settings contact your network administrator or network service provider When there
101. ght 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 y gt gt D a re Chapter My Camera Learn about your camera s layout display icons lens optional accessories and basic functions My Camera Unpacking Check your product box for the following items Camera AC adapter USB cable Rechargeable battery including the body cap and hot shoe cover Software CD ROM Adobe Photoshop Lightroom DVD ROM Quick Start Guide User manual included b e The illustrations may differ from your actual items e 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 195 External flash Mode dial e CMO Smart Auto mode p 53 e P Program mode p 55 e A Aperture Priority mode p 57 e Shutter Priority mode p 58 e M Manual mode p 59 e Lens Priority mode p 60 e Smart mode p 64 e Wi Fi Wi Fi p 122 Jog dial In the Menu screen Move to a desired menu item In the Smart panel Adjust a selected option In Shooting mode Adjust shutter speed or aperture val
102. gt Size and Resolution Quality The camera saves photos in either the JPEG or RAW format Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to the JPEG format and stored in the memory according to the settings of the camera at the time of shooting RAW files are not transformed to the JPEG format and are stored in the memory without any changes RAW files have the file extension SRW To adjust and calibrate exposures White Balances tones contrasts and colors of the RAW files or to convert them into JPEG or TIFF format use the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom program found on the supplied DVD ROM Ensure you have enough space on the memory card to save photos in the RAW format In Shooting mode press MENU 0 gt Quality To set the quality l an option Description Super Fine e Compressed for the best quality e Recommended for printing in large size Fine e Compressed for better quality e Recommended for printing in normal size icon Format ER JPEG RAW RAW Rau RAW JPEG Raul RAW JPEG Raul RAW JPEG Description Normal e Compressed for normal quality e Recommended for printing in small size or uploading to the web RAW e Save a photo without data loss e Recommended for editing after shooting RAW S Fine Save a photo in both the JPEG S Fine quality and RAW format RAW Fine Save a photo in both the JPEG Fine quality and RAW format
103. h option may be set to Off p 94 e You cannot use the flash in some modes Set the date and time under the 0 menu p 153 Remove the battery and insert it again Appendix gt Before contacting a service center The memory card has an error Your computer does not recognize an SDXC or UHS 1 memory card Your TV or computer cannot display photos and videos that are stored on an SDXC or UHS 1 memory card Cannot display files The photo is blurry e Turn off your camera and then turn it on again e Remove your memory card and then insert it again e Format your memory card See Cautions when using memory cards for more details p 176 SDXC memory cards use the exFAT file system To use SDXC memory cards or UHS 1 memory cards that are formatted with the exFAT file system on a Windows XP computer download and update the exFAT file system driver from the Microsoft website SDXC memory cards use the exFAT file system To use SDXC memory cards or UHS 1 memory cards that are formatted with the exFAT file system ensure that the external device is compatible with the exFAT file system before connecting the camera to the device If you change the name of a file your camera may not play the file the name of the file should meet the DCF standard If you encounter this situation display files on your computer e Ensure that the focus option you set is suitable for the kind of shot you are capturing e
104. hased this product or their local government office for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal Correct disposal of batteries in this product Applicable in countries with separate collection systems This marking on the battery manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life Where marked the chemical symbols Hg Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains mercury cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive 2006 66 If batteries are not properly disposed of these substances can cause harm to human health or the environment To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse please separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local free battery return system CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 B Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler To find the nearest recycling location go to our website www samsung com recyclingdirect Or call 877 278 0799 Appendix Caution Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could voi
105. he 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 Wireless network gt Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Description Entering text Icon q gt Move the cursor Learn how to enter text The icons in the table let you move the cursor change the case etc Touch a key to enter it 9 Stop entering text and return to the previous page a t Change case OoOo gt o 2123 Switch between Symbol Number mode and the normal mode ae Change the input language s d fo fn iki i Enter a space sooo ooR 4 Save the displayed text Delete the last letter e You can use only the English alphabets in some modes regardless of the display language e You can enter up to 64 characters e The screen may differ depending on the input mode e Touch and hold a key to enter the character at the upper right corner of the key AS Wireless network The camera connects to a smart phone that supports the AutoShare 3 Onthe smart phone turn on Samsung SMART CAMERA App feature via a WLAN When you
106. he amount of time the Off Quick View camera displays a photo immediately after you capture it Off 1 sec 3 sec 5 sec Hold Default Description Adjust the display brightness auto brightness setting display color or level gauge e Display Brightness You can adjust the display brightness manually Auto Brightness Turn auto brightness on or off Off On e Display Color You can adjust the display color manually e Horizontal Calibration Calibrate the level gauge If the level gauge is not level position the camera on the level surface and then follow the on screen instructions e You cannot access the Horizontal Calibration option p in Playback mode e You cannot calibrate the level gauge in portrait orientation Set the display off time The display turns off if you do not use the camera for the time you set Off 30 sec 1 min 3 min 5 min 10 min Camera settings menu gt Setting Item Power Save Help Guide Display Language Date amp Time Default Description Set power shut off time The camera shuts off if you do not use it for the time you set 30 sec 1 min 3 min 5 min 10 min 30 min 2 e Mode Help Guide Set to display help text about the selected mode when changing shooting modes Off On e Function Help Guide Set to display help text about menus and functions Off On B Press fq to hide the help text Set a language the camera shows on the d
107. his mode to select the best image for each individual when capturing group photos D Touch the best image from the 5 faces that were captured e The p5 icon will appear on the image that the camera recommends Rotate the mode dial to and then select Best Face 4 My D aIo C Align your subject in the frame and then half press Shutter A by w to focus y ey 1 Xa 3 Press Shutter to capture the photo e The camera captures 5 photos consecutively e The first photo is set as the background image O Touch to save the photo e The camera automatically detects faces after shooting yy e Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking y Touch a face to replace e The resolution is set to 5 9M or smaller My Camera gt Shooting modes Capturing panoramic photos D With Shutter pressed slowly move the camera in the direction you selected Capture a 2D or 3D panoramic photo Captured 3D panoramic photos can be viewed only on a 3D TV or 3D monitor In 3D Panorama mode you can capture a scene only in horizontal directions Rotate the mode dial to and then select Panorama e An arrow toward the direction of motion is displayed and the entire shooting image is displayed in the preview box 2 Press MENU gt Panorama Live Panorama or 3D e When the scenes are aligned the camera captures the next photo automatically 3 Press MENU to return to Shooting mode Y Press and hold Shutter
108. ication from Samsung Apps the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store Samsung SMART CAMERA App is compatible with Samsung camera models manufactured in 2013 or later To install and launch Samsung SMART CAMERA App on an NFC enabled smart phone turn on the NFC feature and place the smart phone near an NFC tag p 30 on the camera This feature is supported by smart phones running Android OS 2 3 or higher This feature is not available for iOS devices This function is not available in 3D mode On the camera rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi 2 Onthe camera select fl e If the pop up message that prompts you to download the application appears select Next 3 On the smart phone turn on Samsung SMART CAMERA App e For iOS devices turn on the Wi Fi feature before turning on the application e To start the application automatically on an NFC enabled smart phone turn on the function and place the smart phone near the NFC tag p 30 on the camera Verify that the smart phone is connected to your camera and then skip to step 6 Y Select the camera from the list and connect the smart phone to the camera e The smart phone can connect to only one camera at a time Wireless network gt USing a smart phone as a remote shutter release 5 On the camera allow the smart phone to connect to your camera e If the smart phone has been connected to your camera before it is connected automatically 6 Onthe smart phone set the
109. iginal photo is captured when you press Shutter The other two are adjust the settings in Bracket Set menu automatically adjusted according to the White Balance you have set You can adjust the settings in Bracket Set menu id Exposure 2 Exposure 2 Original WB 2 Original Lb This option cannot be used with the RAW file format and is not available when the photo quality is set to RAW Shooting Functions gt Drive Shooting method Picture Wizard Bracketing P Wiz Bracket Bracketing setting When you press Shutter the camera captures three consecutive photos You can set up the options for AE Bracket WB Bracket and P Wiz Bracket each with a different Picture Wizard setting The camera captures a photo p 147 and applies the three Picture Wizard options you have set to the image captured You can select three different settings in Bracket Set menu To set a bracketing In Shooting mode press MENU 8 Bracket Set option an option Retro Vivid Standard J This option cannot be used with the RAW file format and is not available when the photo quality is set to RAW Shooting Functions In order to capture a realistic photo of a subject the amount of light should be constant When the light source varies you can use a flash and supply a constant amount of light Select appropriate settings according to a light source and a subject uve In Shooting mode press ME
110. images have a lower rate of compression which usually results in a larger file size RAW CCD raw data The original unprocessed data collected directly from the camera s image sensor White Balance contrast saturation sharpness and other data can be manipulated with editing software before the image is compressed into a standard file format Resolution The number of pixels present in a digital image High resolution images contain more pixels and typically show more detail than low resolution images Appendix gt Glossary Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor A fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects in motion sRGB Standard RGB International standard of color space established by the IEC International Electrotechnical Commission This is defined from color space for PC monitors and is also used as the standard color space for Exif Vignetting A reduction of an image s brightness or saturation at the periphery outer edges compared to the center of the image Vignetting can draw interest to subjects positioned in the center of an image White Balance Color balance An adjustment of the intensities of colors t
111. ing 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 on show and play background music the screen and save it as a new file In Playback mode press MENU Magnified area Magnification the maximum C Select gt Slide Show Options magnification may differ by resolution 3 Selecta slide show effect option e Skip to step 4 to start a slide show with no effects _ 0K Full Image _ Li Default Option Description h he slide show q gt Scroll the jog dial to the right to enlarge a photo Play Mode alee 7 Or NGN 1O peer WIE SUCG STON i i One Play Repeat Scroll the jog dial to the left to reduce a photo E Q Set the interval between photos 1 sec 3 sec 5 sec Interval 10 sec T Dothis Music Set background audio Move magnified area Press DISP ISO S AFI e Set a scene change effect between photos Crop the enlarged image Press Fn saved as a new file Effect s Sclace Ot tocancel eeds Return to the original image Press K J 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 Playback Editing gt Viewing fe are Keys Press MENU 5 Select Start Slide Show O
112. ing method Burst Consecutively capture up to 10 shots per second 3 seconds 15 shots per second 2 seconds or 30 shots per second 1 second when you press Shutter once It is recommended for shooting the rapid motion of fast moving subjects such as racing cars fe e To set the number of shots in Shooting mode press Burst and then press DISP e The photo size is set to 5M It may take longer to save a photo e You cannot use the flash with this option Shutter soeed must be faster than 1 30 second Photos captured with this option may be slightly enlarged when saving You cannot set an ISO option higher than ISO 3200 This option cannot be used with the RAW file format and is not available when the photo quality is set to RAW Timer Capture a photo with a delay of 2 to 30 seconds The delay is adjustable in increments of 1 second B To set the delay in Shooting mode press Timer and then press DISP Shooting Functions gt Drive Shooting method Auto Exposure Bracketing AE Bracket White Balance Bracketing WB Bracket When you press Shutter the camera captures 3 consecutive photos the When you press Shutter the camera captures 3 consecutive photos original one a step darker and one a step lighter Use a tripod to prevent the original and two more with different White Balance settings The blurry photos as the camera captures three photos continuously You can Or
113. isplay e The camera retains the power off time setting even if you replace the battery e Power Save may not work if the camera is connected to a computer or a TV or playing a slide show or a movie Set date time date format time zone and whether to imprint the date on photos Time Zone Date amp Time Date Type Time Type Imprint e The date appears on the lower right side of the photo e When you print a photo some printers may not print the date appropriately Ed ltem Video Out Anynet HDMI CEC HDMI Output Default Description Set the video signal output appropriate for your country when connecting the camera to an external video device such as a monitor or HDTV e NTSC USA Canada Japan Korea Taiwan Mexico etc e PAL Supports only PAL B D G H or I Australia Austria Belgium China Denmark Finland France Germany England Italy Kuwait Malaysia New Zealand Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand Norway etc When you connect the camera to an HDTV that supports Anynet HDMI CEC you can control the play function of the camera with the TV remote control e Off You cannot control the play function of camera with the TV remote control e On You can control the play function of camera with the TV remote control When you connect the camera to an HDTV with an HDMI cable you can change the resolution of the image e NTSC Auto 1080p 720p 480p 576p acti
114. ject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FC FCC ID A3LNX300 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation RF exposure statements This device is for handheld operation only The antenna s used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Caution Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user s authority to operate the equipment IC 649E NX300 This equipment may be operated in all EU countries In France this equipment may only be used indoors
115. lizing the camera is necessary for taking a good apart and keep your elbows pointed down photo Even if you hold a camera correctly the wrong posture can cause the camera to shake Stand up straight and remain still to maintain a steady base for your camera When shooting with a slow shutter speed hold your breath to minimize body movement Holding the camera Hold the camera with your right hand and place you right index finger on the shutter button Place your left hand under the lens for support Concepts in Photography Crouching photography Using the display Compose your shot crouch with one knee touching the ground and keep To take photos at high or low angles tilt the display up or down You can a straight posture tilt the display up to 90 upwards or 45 downwards B e Keep the display closed when the camera is not in use e Tilt the display only within the angle allowed Failing to do so may damage your camera Concepts in Photography Low angle shot High angle shot A low angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below your eyeline A high angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above your eyeline looking up the subject looking down on the subject Concepts in Photography Aperture The aperture a hole that controls the amount of light that enters the camera is one of the three factors that determine the exposure The aperture housing
116. ll end of the USB cable into your camera If the cable is reversed it may damage your files The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data e If you try to plug the USB cable into the HDMI port the camera may not work properly Connecting to external devices gt Transferring files to your computer 3 Turn on the camera e The computer recognizes the camera automatically and displays a removable disk icon Y Open the removable disk D Transfer photos or videos to the Mac OS computer gt gt Z li Ea E La E O K m sa 7 aa E3 Cy y l Connecting to external devices You can view and edit files using the provided programs You can also send the files to a PC wirelessly Installing programs from the provided CD Insert the installation CD into your PC C Select a language 3 Select a program to install U Follow the on screen instructions 5 Click Exit to complete the installation Available programs when using i Launcher Multimedia Viewer You can view files with Multimedia Viewer Firmware Upgrade You can download the firmware of your camera PC Auto Backup You can send photos or videos that you captured with the camera to a PC wirelessly Using i Launcher i Launcher allows you to play back files with Multimedia Viewer and provides a link to download the PC Auto Backup program Requirements for Windows OS Intel i5 3 3 GHz or higher
117. llow e JPEG 3 2 5 9M 2976X1984 5 0M 2736X1824 2 0M 1728X1152 e JPEG 16 9 6 2M 3328X1872 4 9M 2944X1656 2 1M 1920X1080 e JPEG 1 1 6 0M 2448X2448 4 0M 2000X2000 1 1M 1024X1024 External memory optional SD card 2 GB guaranteed SDHC card up to 32 GB guaranteed SDXC card up to 64 GB guaranteed UHS 1 card Class 6 and above recommended RAW SRW ver 2 0 0 JPEG EXIF 2 21 MPO 3D DCF DPOF 1 1 Geo tagging with an optional GPS Module WGS 84 Location name English and Korean only Appendix gt Camera specifications Wireless network Type IEEE 802 11b g n support Dual Band MobileLink Remote Viewfinder Auto Backup Email SNS amp Cloud AllShare Play AutoShare Wi Fi Direct Function NFC Yes Interface Digital output USB 2 0 micro USB jack e NTSC PAL selectable Video output lt HDMI External release Yes micro USB External microphone Yes DC power input DC 5 0V 1A via micro USB Power Source Type Rechargeable battery BP1130 1 130 mAh yp The power source may differ depending on your region Dimensions W X H X D 122 X 63 7 X 40 7 mm without protrusions Weight 284 g without battery and memory card Operating Temperature 0 40 C Operating Humidity 5 85 Software i Launcher Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Specifications may change without notice to improve performance Other brands and p
118. ly e Charge the battery e Charge the battery e Your camera may be in Power save mode or the display turns off automatically p 153 e The camera may be turned off automatically to prevent the memory card from being damaged due to excessive heat Turn on your camera again The battery may lose power more quickly in low temperatures below 0 C 32 F Keep the battery warm by putting it into your pocket e Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly Recharge if needed Batteries are consumable parts that must be replaced over time Get a new battery if the battery life is diminishing quickly Situation Cannot capture photos The camera freezes The camera heats up The flash fires unexpectedly The flash does not work The date and time are incorrect The display or buttons do not work Suggested remedies There is no space on the memory card Delete unnecessary files or insert a new card Format the memory card The memory card is defective Get a new memory card The memory card is locked Unlock the card p 173 Ensure that the camera is switched on Charge the battery Ensure that the battery is inserted correctly Remove the battery and insert it again While using the camera it may heat up This is normal and should not affect your camera s lifespan or performance The flash may fire due to static electricity The camera is not malfunctioning e The flas
119. me devices e When using this feature on an iOS device the device may lose its Wi Fi connection e You cannot send RAW files connected to your camera and then skip to step 7 Wireless network gt Sending photos or videos to a smart phone D Select the camera from the list and connect the smart phone to the camera e The smart phone can connect to only one camera at a time 6 On the camera allow the smart phone to connect to your camera e If the smart phone has been connected to your camera before it is connected automatically On the smart phone or camera select files to transfer from the camera 8 On the smart phone touch the copy button or on the camera select Send e The camera will send the files li Ea A E a L L oO A m Cc cm co 6 y gt 7 Wireless network The camera connects to a smart phone that supports the Remote Viewfinder feature via a WLAN Use the smart phone as a remote shutter release with the Remote Viewfinder feature The captured photo will display on the smart phone 2 The Remote Viewfinder feature is supported by Galaxy series smart phones or Galaxy Tab models with the Android 2 3 OS or higher or iOS devices with the iOS 6 0 or higher Before using this feature check the device s firmware and update it if needed You should install Samsung SMART CAMERA App on your phone or device before using this feature You can download the appl
120. mmended to increase the ISO sensitivity by a moderate amount A photo captured with a tripod and high A blurred photo with a low ISO sensitivity ISO sensitivity Concepts in Photography How the aperture setting shutter speed and ISO sensitivity control exposure The aperture setting shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are closely interconnected in photography The aperture setting controls the opening that regulates the light that enters the camera while the shutter speed determines the length of time that light is allowed to enter ISO sensitivity determines the speed at which the film reacts to light Together these three aspects are described as the triangle of exposure A change in shutter speed aperture value or ISO sensitivity can be offset by adjustments to the others to maintain the amount of light The results however change according to the settings For example shutter speed is useful in expressing movement aperture can control the depth of field and ISO sensitivity can control the graininess of a photo Settings Results P Wide aperture Aperture more light value Narrow aperture less light Wide small depth of field Narrow large depth of field Settings Fast speed less light Slow speed more light Shutter speed Fast still Slow blurry High sensitivity more sensitive to light Low sensitivity less sensitive to light ISO sensitivity High more gr
121. mpty recharge the battery fone Description A fe 5 o Auto focus frame Spot metering area Wy Camera shake Manual focus scale 819 Level gauge p 41 l Histogram p 150 Focus 1 40 Shutter speed F3 5 Aperture value ramet Exposure adjustment value IS0 AUTO ISO sensitivity p 75 These icons appear when you attach an optional GPS module Photos that were captured without inserting a memory card cannot be transferred to a memory card or a computer 2 Shooting options Om Photo size Drive mode Flash p 94 Flash intensity adjustment Metering p 97 B ME Icon Description SAF AF mode p 80 Focus area is Face detection Os White Balance p 76 i White Balance micro adjustment zp Optical Image Stabilization OIS p 89 Q Zoom on Zoom ratio RAW RAW file Dynamic Range p 100 3 Shooting options Touch Icon Description Change Smart mode AutoShare Touch AF options MENU Shooting options Fn Smart panel This icon appears only when you select Smart mode Fat The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set My Camera gt Display icons Recording videos 2 Shooting options About the level gauge g 00 00 00 10 can The level gauge helps you align the camera with tia Video size the horizontal and vertical lines on the display CAF AF mode p 80 If the level gauge is
122. n i Function lens 2 SAn display icons on the right in Shooting mode Option Description Aperture Set to adjust the aperture value Shutter Speed Set to adjust the shutter speed EV Set to adjust the exposure value ISO Set to adjust ISO sensitivity White Balance Set to adjust the White Balance Zoom Set to adjust the zoom ratio Camera settings menu gt User settings No Description Histogram Set the histogram on the display on or off About histogram A histogram is a graph that shows the brightness distribution of a photo A histogram inclined to the left indicates a dark photo A histogram inclined to the right indicates a bright photo The height of the graph is related to color information The graph gets higher if a specific color is more common Insufficient exposure Balanced exposure Excessive exposure Key Mapping You can change the function assigned to the Custom button or DIRECT LINK button Default Button Function Set a function of the Custom button e Optical Preview Execute the Depth of Field Preview function for the current aperture value p 24 One Touch WB White Balance Execute the Custom White Balance function One Touch RAW Save a file in the RAW JPEG format To save a file in JPEG format press the button again e Reset Reset some settings e AEL Execute the auto exposure lock function AEL Hold Keep executing the auto exposure lock function aft
123. nails view you can select multiple photos Select Upload when you are finished selecting photos UY Select the device from the camera s list of Wi Fi Direct devices e Ensure that the device s Wi Fi Direct option is turned on e You can also select your camera from the device s list of Wi Fi Direct devices D On the device allow the camera to connect to the device e The photo will be sent to the device Ed e You can send up to 20 files at a time e When there are no photos in the camera memory you cannot use this feature e If you cannot connect to a Wi Fi Direct device update the device with the latest firmware This feature may not be supported on some devices Chapter 7 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 You can set the user environment with these settings LEALE CULA In Shooting mode press MENU 8 an option conditions B Available items and the order of them may differ depending on shooting ISO Customizing You can set the size for the ISO sensitivity by either 1 3 or 1 step Auto ISO Range You can set the maximum ISO value under which each EV step is chosen when you set the ISO to Auto Default Option Value ISO 125 ISO 160 ISO 200 ISO 250 ISO 320 ISO 400 1 3 Step ISO 500 ISO 640 ISO 800 ISO 1000 ISO 1250 ISO 1600 ISO 2
124. nd a fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects in motion Concepts in Photography ISO sensitivity The exposure of an image is determined by the sensitivity of the camera This sensitivity is based on international film standards known as ISO standards On digital cameras this sensitivity rating is used to represent the sensitivity of the digital mechanism that captures the image ISO sensitivity doubles as the number doubles For example an ISO 200 setting is capable of capturing images at twice the speed of an ISO 100 setting However higher ISO settings can result in noise small specks spots and other phenomena in a photo that give the shot a noisy or dirty appearance As a general rule it is best to use a low ISO setting to prevent noise in your photos unless you are shooting in darkened environments or at night Changes in the quality and brightness according to ISO sensitivity Because a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less A light you need more light to have an optimal exposure When using a low ISO sensitivity open the aperture more or reduce the shutter speed to allow more light to enter the camera For example on a sunny day when light is abundant a low ISO sensitivity does not require a slow shutter speed However in a dark place or at night a low ISO sensitivity will result in a blurry photo Therefore it is reco
125. nd managing files Viewing files by category Inthe thumbnail view press MENU OJ gt Filter a category e 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 View files by the place they were saved Only the Location photos captured with an optional GPS module have the location information 2 Select a list to open it 3 Selecta file to view it Y Touch amp 9 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 In Playback mode press AF or drag the image left or right to move to a desired folder e The camera will automatically play back photos in the folder 2 Scroll the jog dial to the right to open the folder e You can also touch the folder on the screen to open the folder 3 Press 8 AF or drag the image left or right to move to another file Y Scroll the jog dial to the left to return to Playback mode Playback Editing gt Searching and managing files Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion In Playback mode press MENU CJ Protect Select C Press X AF to select a file and then press 3 Press Fn B You
126. ng gt 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 Touch t fa C Touch an option 3 Touch OK U Touch E to save B Available resize options differ depending on the original size of the photo Playback Editing gt Editing photos Adjusting your photos 3 Press AF to adjust the option ees e You can also drag the slider or touch to adjust the option You can correct captured photos by adjusting the brightness contrast or j g l J p saturation If you selected 8 skip to step 4 Touch U Touch OK C Touch an adjusting option 5 Touch fi to save Icon Description Fine Original Reset to the original image Auto adjustment ine Brightness ae Contrast Saturation RGB adjustment Color Temperature Fine Exposure Hue Playback Editing gt Editing photos Retouching faces Touch Q gt 2 Press X AF to adjust the option e You can also drag the slider or touch to adjust the option e As the number increases the skin tone becomes brighter and smoother 3 Touch OK e To cancel correction touch Q U Touch to save Reducing red eye 1 Touch Qo amp C Touch OK To cancel correction touch 3 Touch to save Playback Editing gt Editing photos Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effe
127. ns when using memory cardS ssssseessssssssseseesssssssseceeesssssesseesssssssseeeeesss 176 Apoutthe pately ceetsectveassncivrvarcstrateasqneoessn qeseutesaisnentnrnsiatonteeenednaeeonantan 177 Battery specificati OMS sansransnuennnnaan a 177 BEO ea E E E tfoveimvonnsnaceieateiay 178 Low battery message ssssssesesssssseeeeesssssssseeeeesssssseseessossssseeeeessssssesersssssssssererossssssss 178 Notes about using the battery sssssssssessssssssseceessssssssecceesssssseserssssssssseeeesssssssse 178 Cautions about using the battery sssssssseeessssssssceeeesssssssseesssssssseeeeesssssssseeeees 179 Notes about charging the battery s sssssssssseseessssssssceceesssssseseesssssssseeeeessssssse 179 Notes about charging with a computer connected ess essesssssessssssseersssss 180 Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with Care ssssscssesseesseees 180 Before contacting a service center eseseeseseseseseoceecseseseseoeoseseseseoeosesose 181 Camera specifications ssesesssesesesesosesesesorosesesorosesesesosesesesososesesososesesesesese 184 ONG SS ANY ETE AA AT T E E E 189 Optional aCCeSsSorieS eeeseseseseseroroeoeseseseseeoeocoesesososorocsesesesesorororoesesesesoeoee 195 a gt AINA N ENET N EE A 197 POC TAG CGO Sa A 200 Concepts in Photography Shooting postures Standing photography Compose your shot stand up straight with your feet shoulder length A correct posture for stabi
128. nt photo styles to your photo to 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 There is no rule for which style is suitable in which conditions Experiment with different styles and find your own settings Calm Classic 7 In Shooting mode press MENU 0 Picture Wizard gy 4 Youcan also adjust the value of the preset style settings Select a Picture o set a photo style J Wizard option press DISP and then adjust color saturation sharpness or an option contrast e To customize your own picture wizard select Jy Joa or Zg and then adjust the color saturation sharpness and contrast e Picture Wizard options cannot be set with Smart Filter options at the same Examples ne Portrait Landscape Forest Shooting Functions Learn how to adjust the camera s focus according to the subjects You can select a focusing mode appropriate to the subject among Single To set the auto In Shooting mode press AF an option Auto Focus Continuous Auto Focus and Manual Focus The AF function is activated when you press Shutter halfway In the MF mode you have to P e You can also set the option by pressing MENU 3 gt AF Mode gt an option in Shooting mode e The available options may differ depending on the lens in use rotate the focus ring on the lens to fo
129. om ssssssesssssseecsssssscesssssseessssseceeossseeresssses 167 Contents Chapter 7 Appendix POEME SACS E E NA EA TON 169 Maintaining the cCaMera sesesesesssscscscsessososcscscscssoscscscsessoscsoscscseoessoscssee 170 Cleaning the Camel a essesssssssscesssssccssssssesssssseccessssscessssseesssssecceessssseeosssseeessssereeess 170 Camera lens and display cscsssssssssssssssssssssssscssessssecsnsessssscscsecsssssssasescsecssssees 170 iage SENSO sannana ia aaa aii 170 Camera DORY cess os eacvckvsysioseoceneeseereetsstsaseesvemioreasaasesnenweiainiernreeutesenemiancaceseneictets 170 Using or storing the CANNOT gl cccisyssariiessnessicetrornceannoaneantanetannnuteeridann 171 Inappropriate places to use or store the camera ssssseessssssscsesssssessssssseceessss 171 Using on beaches OF SHOLES c ssssssssssssessecssesssssssssscssssscsscsecsssssscsscaeeaseseesseaeenee 171 Storing for extended period of tiME ccccsessecsecseesesscssesseessesssssesseeseesesseeseess 171 Using the camera with caution in humid environments c scsecseeeeeeee 172 Ore AUP OMS asese E ES 172 About memory card ssssssseeeeesssssseccssssssssseeeessssssseeeessssseeeeeosssssseersssssssserrersssssss 173 Supported Memory Card cscs sssccatescasasiesasecuysenconssneenactieruceeassusiveateosseriseucsereecnneiss 173 Memory card capacity c csesssssessssesssscsscsecssssessssesscsessscsecessessesecsscsscssssssesseseesseses 174 Cautio
130. on 2 Select i your PC e If the the pop up message that prompts you to download the application appears select Next Install i Launcher on the PC p 163 e You must configure the backup PC information to use the Auto Backup feature For more details refer to Installing the program 2 Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable for Auto Backup on your PC p 133 If the Auto Backup program is installed on your PC save the PC information via USB cable or Wi Fi 3 When the Auto Backup program icon appears click it COPNEGIEN e The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via e The Auto Backup program is installed on the PC and the the most recently connected AP device information about the PC will be stored to the camera Follow the Saa on screen instructions to complete the installation e If the camera has not previously been connected to a WLAN it will l l search for available AP devices p 123 e You can also save the information about the PC to the camera by connecting the PC and the camera via Wi Fi U Remove the USB cable Before installing the program ensure that the PC is connected to a network p If no internet connection is available you must install the program from the provided CD Wireless network gt USing Auto Backup to send photos or videos 3 Select a backup PC If you have performed a backup before move to step 4 U Select OK To cancel sending select Cancel You cann
131. on of the captured image will be the same as the original video e The captured image is saved as a new file Playback Editing Perform photo editing tasks such as resizing rotating or reducing red eye effects Edited photos are saved as new files under different file names Photos captured in some modes cannot be edited with the Image Edit function In Playback mode scroll to a photo and then touch g gt To edit images i an option e You can also edit images in Playback mode by selecting a photo and then pressing Fn or MENU Edit Image e Some images may not be edited with the Image Edit function In this case use a supplied image editing software e The camera will save edited photos as new files e 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 e You cannot edit photos while viewing files as a folder Open the folder and select a photo to edit each photo Cropping a photo Touch amp gt tg C Drag the corners of the box to adjust the size of the area 3 Drag the box to move the location of the area Touch OK D Touch tm to save Playback Editing gt Editing photos Rotating a photo Touch ti C C Touch an option 3 Touch OK U Touch fl to save B e You can also rotate a photo in Playback mode by pressing MENU and then selecti
132. onnecting the camera as a removable disk If the Folder Type is set to Date the folder name appears as XXX_MMDD You can connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk B For example if you capture a photo on January 1 the folder name will be 101_0101 Turn off the camera C Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable cable is reversed it may damage your files The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data e If you try to plug the USB cable into the HDMI port the camera may not work properly e You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera If the Connecting to external devices gt Transferring files to your computer Disconnecting the camera for Windows XP With Windows Vista Windows 7 and Windows 8 the methods for disconnecting the camera are similar Ensure that no data is being transferred between the camera and the computer e If the status lamp on your camera is blinking it means the data transfer is in progress Please wait until the status lamp stops blinking 2 Click B on the tool bar at the bottom right of your computer screen ue e A 3 Click the pop up message Y Click the message box indicating safely removed D Remove the USB cable Transferring files to your Mac OS V4 Mac OS 10 5 or later is supported Turn off the camera C Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable e You must plug the sma
133. os or videos to a PC sssssssesssssecssssssscesssseceesssssceeossseerossseereesss 133 Sending photos or videos via eMail esesessseseseseseseoeseoeoecsocseoecscsseoeoe 135 Changing email settingS sssssesesssssscssssssecesssssecsssssseeesssseccesssssceeossseersssseceeesss 135 Storing your information ssssssssssssseseesssssssssssssesceeeeesessssssssssesseeeresressssssssssesseerereees 135 Setting an email password ssssssssseeeeesssssssseceessssssesecessssssssseeeesssssssseessossssseeeeess 136 Changing the email password ccsssscsssssssecsessessssesscsscsscsscsscsscsscssessesseacescensees 137 Sending photos or videos via eMail ss essssssessssssscssssseccesssssceesssssesossseeeeesss 137 Using photo or video sharing websites seseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseeesesee 139 Accessing a WEDS E winissacncunvirannimnannianineienedninnennuanani 139 Uploading photos or vidE oS ssssseesssssssessssssecesssseccesssssecessssseressssseeesssseseesssses 140 Using AllShare Play to send files ssssesessosesessoseseoseseseosesessosessososessosee 141 Uploading photos to online Storage ssseeesssssseessssssscsssssecceessssscessssseeessssss 141 Viewing photos or videos on devices that support AllShare Play 142 Sending photos using Wi Fi Direct seseseseseseseososseseceoscecoecsoscececscscsoeoe 144 Contents Chapter 5 Camera settings menu ISON SO CCMA na E OE O O 146 DOCUStOMIZIHO
134. ot select individual files to backup This function backs up only new files on the camera The backup s progress will be shown on the PC monitor When the transfer is completed the camera will turn off automatically in approximately 30 seconds Select Cancel to return to the previous screen and prevent the camera from turning off automatically To turn off your PC automatically after the transfer is complete select Shut down PC after backup To change the backup PC select E When you connect the camera to the WLAN select the AP that is connected to the PC The camera will search for available access points even if you are connecting to the same access point again If you turn off the camera or remove the battery while sending files the file transfer will be interrupted While you are using this feature the shutter control is disabled on your camera You can connect only one camera to the PC at a time for sending files The backup may be canceled due to network conditions Photos or videos can be sent to a PC one time only Files cannot be sent again even if you reconnect your camera to another PC When there are no files in the camera memory you cannot use this feature You must turn off Windows Firewall and any other firewalls before using this feature You can send up to 1 000 recent files On the PC software the server name must be entered in the Latin alphabet and can contain no more than 48 characters Wh
135. oth Never use benzene thinners or alcohol to clean the device These solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction Appendix gt Maintaining the camera Using or storing the camera Using on beaches or shores e 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 e Your camera is not waterproof Do not handle the battery adapter or memory card with wet hands Operating the camera with wet hands Avoid using your camera in areas with extremely high humidity or may cause damage to your camera where the humidity changes drastically Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot temperatures Avoid exposing the camera to direct sunlight and storing it in hot Storing for extended period of time poorly ventilated areas such as in a car during summer time Ea e When you store the camera for an extended period place it in a sealed Protect your camera and the display from impact rough handling and container with an absorbent material such as silica gel excessive vibration to avoid serious damage e Over time unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty dirty humid or poorly use ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and internal components e The present date and time can be initialized when the camera is turned on after the camera
136. photo with a small DOF The aperture housing contains several blades These blades move together and control the amount of light passing through the center of the aperture The number of blades also affects the shape of light when shooting night scenes If an aperture has an even number of blades light divides into an equal number of sections If the number of blades is odd the number of sections is double the number of blades For example an aperture with 8 blades divides light into 8 sections and an aperture with 7 blades into 14 sections 7 blades 8 blades Concepts in Photography Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor Usually the shutter speed is manually adjustable The measurement of the shutter speed is known as the Exposure Value EV which is marked in intervals of 1 s 1 2 s 1 4 s 1 8 s 1 15 s 1 1000 s 1 2000 s and so on Exposure 1EV R Ow w 1 25 1 45 1 85 1 155 1 305 Shutter Speed nN San Therefore the faster the shutter epoca the less light will be le the slower the shutter speed the more light will Be let i in As the photos below illustrate a slow shutter speed allows more time to let light in so the photo becomes brighter On the other ha
137. playback at 60 fps View on a Full HDTV EG 1920X1080 60 fps 16 9 et 1920X1080 30 fps 16 9 View on a Full HDTV Available only 1080 i sma 1920X1080 15 fps 16 9 with some Smart Filter options Ei Approx 2 35 1 Lia 1280X720 60 fps 16 9 View on an HDTV View on an HDTV ef 1280X720 30 fps 16 9 View on an HDTV Efa 640X480 30 fps 4 3 View on a TV Post on a website using the wireless 240 Ea 320X240 30 fps 4 3 network 30 seconds maximum Movie quality Set the Movie quality To set movie In Shooting mode press MENU Movie Quality an option quality options Extension Description MP4 H 264 Normal Record videos in normal quality MP4 H 264 HQ Record videos in high quality Shooting Functions gt Video functions Multi Motion Fader Set the playing speed of a video 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 To set playing In Shooting mode press MENU 9 Multi Motion at the start of the scene Set the fade out option to gradually fade out the speed options an option scene Use the function appropriately and add dramatic effects on your videos icon Description wm x0 25 Record a video and play it at 1 4 normal speed Available xls only with 640x480 or 320x240 w x0 5 Record
138. represents the brightness and the vertical axis represents the number of pixels High points at the left too dark and right too bright on the histogram indicate a photo that is improperly exposed H 264 MPEG 4 A high compression video format established by international standard organizations ISO IEC and ITU T This codec is capable of providing good video quality at low bit rates developed by the Joint Video Team JVT Appendix gt Glossary Image sensor The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for each pixel in the image Each photosite records the brightness of the light that strikes it during an exposure Common sensor types are CCD Charge coupled Device and CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor IP Internet protocol address An IP address is a unique number that is assigned to every device that is connected to the internet ISO sensitivity The sensitivity of the camera to light based on the equivalent film speed used in a film camera At higher ISO sensitivity settings the camera uses a higher shutter speed which can reduce blur caused by camera shake and low light However images with high sensitivity are more susceptible to noise JPEG Joint Photographic Experts Group A lossy method of compression for digital images JPEG images are compressed to reduce their overall file size with minimal deterioration of the image resolution Metering The metering refers to the wa
139. rn off your camera while the lamp is blinking as this may damage your data When the lifespan of a memory card has expired you cannot store any more photos on the card Use a new memory card Do not bend drop or subject memory cards to heavy impact or pressure Avoid using or storing memory cards near strong magnetic fields Avoid using or keeping memory cards in areas with high temperature high humidity or corrosive substances Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids dirt or foreign substances If dirty wipe the memory card clean with a soft cloth before you insert the memory card in your camera Do not allow liquids dirt or foreign substances to come in contact with memory cards or the memory card slot Doing so may cause memory cards or the camera to malfunction When you carry a memory card use a case to protect the card from electrostatic discharges Transfer important data to other media such as a hard disk CD or DVD When you use the camera for an extended period the memory card may become warm This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Use a memory card that meets the standard requirements V4 The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data Appendix gt Maintaining the camera Abo ut th e batte ry e Do not rest the device on flammable surfaces such as bedding carpets or electric blankets for a prolonged period Use only Samsung approved batteries e When the devi
140. roducts names are trademarks of respective owners Appendix AP Access Point An access point is a device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network Ad Hoc network An ad hoc network is a temporary connection for sharing files or an internet connection and between computers and devices AdobeRGB Adobe RGB is used for commercial printing and has a larger color range than sRGB Its wider range of colors helps you to easily edit photos on a computer AEB Auto Exposure Bracket This feature automatically captures several images at different exposures to help you capture a properly exposed image AEL AFL Auto Exposure Lock Auto Focus Lock These features help you lock the exposure or focus on which you want to focus or calculate the exposure AF Auto Focus A system that automatically focuses the camera lens on the subject Your camera uses the contrast to focus automatically AMOLED Active matrix organic light emitting diode LCD Liquid Crystal Display AMOLED is a visual display that is very thin and light as it does not need backlighting LCD is a visual display commonly used in consumer electronics This display needs a separate backlight such as CCFL or LED to reproduce colors Aperture The aperture controls the amount of light that reaches the camera s sensor Appendix gt Glossary Camera shake Blur If the camera is moved while the shutter is open the entire image ma
141. s photos Delete the damaged file or contact a service center Delete unnecessary files or insert a new memory card You can lock SD SDHC SDXC or UHS 1 card to prevent files from being deleted Unlock the card when shooting p 173 Error messages Folder and file number are max values Replace the card Error 00 Error 01 02 Suggested remedies File names do not match the DCF standard Transfer the files on the memory card to your computer and format the card p 155 Turn off your camera and remount the lens If the message still appears contact a service center Turn off your camera remove the battery and insert again If the message still appears contact a service center Appendix Cleaning the camera Camera lens and display Use a brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth If any dust remains apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of cleaning paper and wipe gently Image sensor Depending on different shooting conditions dust may appear in photos because the image sensor is exposed to the external environment This problem is normal and the exposure to dust occurs in everyday use of the camera You can remove dust from the sensor by operating the sensor cleaning function p 156 If dust remains after cleaning the sensor contact a service center Do not insert the blower into the mounting opening of the lens Camera body Wipe gently with a soft dry cl
142. s Markings ssssseesssssssessssseeceesssseessssseccosssseeeesssssesesssseceosssseeessssseeesssseeressssseeesssseeee 47 AC aS SOE S oor AA EEA 48 External flash layout sssssesssssssssssssseeceesssssssssseesecseeesssssssssseeeressosossssseesereessssssssssss 48 Connecting the external flash cececsssssccsessecssssecsessesseesessecssessceseeseeseeseeseceneess 49 GPS module layout optional sssssesssssssssseesesssssseeeesssssssscessssssssseeeosnssssseeeesssssees 51 Attaching the GPS module sssssessssssecsssssssesessssecessssseeeessssecesssseeeessssseerosssseeesssses 51 SMOOUING MOG ES siscssecsarssistetsonsaserscaincessiseicsedstsircatsasssanientoiectdnistiactes 53 Smart AUO NOC E erroia eeevisaedi teeter atten 53 Proa OOS aR EE anita acai 55 PO E naar E E E E 56 Minimum shutter Speed eessssssssssseeessssscessssssecssssseseseessssscesssssceessssseeessssseeessssseerees 56 A Aperture Priority mode esssesssssssssssssosoeseeeeeesssesssnssnonoeeoorerereeesessnnsssnnonerrerres 57 S Shutter Priority MOG lt eee nn nnn 58 M Manual MOdE sci veceeaestcn facsacosteseetasseens oea pedis tel neta deaminase 59 Framing VMOU sessiossa iaaiiai saanane aninion 59 Using the Bulb function s sssssssssseesssssssseeceesssssssseeeeessusseseceesesnssseeceeosossssseereesssssesss 60 OE NOC A EA EE A E AE 60 Uma O Dep eae 60 Using i Function in P A S M modes ccssessssesssssssessssesssesssessseesssesseesseesssen 61 Uing O LOO
143. s may cause a fire or electric shock Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the terminals on the battery This may cause a fire or electric shock Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts Doing so may damage the screen or external or internal components Exercise caution when you connect cables and install batteries and memory cards If you force the connectors improperly connect cables or improperly install batteries and memory cards you can damage ports connectors and accessories Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased Never use a damaged battery or memory card This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a fire Do not place the camera in or near magnetic fields Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction Do not use the camera if the screen is damaged If the glass or acrylic parts are broken visit a Samsung service center to have the camera repaired Health and safety information Check that the camera is operating properly before use The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper use You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera If the cable is reversed it may damage your files The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight
144. s not functioning properly Cannot set the DPOF for RAW files Auto Focus does not work Videos may not play on some video player programs To play video files captured with your camera use the Multimedia Viewer program that you can install with the i Launcher program on your computer End i Launcher and restart the program e Depending on your computer s specifications and environment the program may not launch automatically In this case click Start All Programs Samsung i Launcher Samsung i Launcher on your Windows computer For Windows 8 open Start screen and then select All apps Samsung i Launcher Or click Applications Samsung i Launcher on your Mac OS computer You cannot set the DPOF for RAW files Subject is not in focus When the subject is outside the AF area shoot by moving the subject inside the AF area and half pressing Shutter and shoot The focus mode is set to MF Switch the mode to AF Subject is too close Step back from the subject Situation AEL feature does not work Lens does not work External flash or GPS does not work The date amp time settings screen appears when you power on the camera Suggested remedies AEL feature does not work in QU M and modes Select another mode to use this feature e Ensure that the lens is properly mounted e Remove the lens from the camera and re mount it Ensure that the external devic
145. scescoccassacsassnsssssscsssaceaseases 98 Measuring the exposure value Of the focus area w esessessssssssesessessessteseeesee 99 DynaMIC RINGE ssi a 100 Smart FINGI sacs aicersiesosnevitexictecesianasincdeassiosbanivanitvidinsecesinzastnnastensivnnisesiinitlatees 101 Exposure compen ATION esis decszcescaciazcsssesassvensnsscestdesceieeiscsvenscnceseetsasaneststs 102 Exposure NOG iriiritia a e aR 103 Videp TORNCUON reann rA 104 KOVO S EE E E E S 104 Movie aN eer E E E 104 MUN MOU enen E EN E E E 105 TES e EE ANAA ET AE A E OA EA A ENT 105 S E AEA E AA AE A A TEA A E ET 106 LID E E T AEN OE E EEE A OA ET T 106 Contents Chapter 3 Playback Editing Searching and managing FIlES cscscsscscsccsseccscscsscecsacscsacsseecscsecsceees 108 Viewing PROTOS cctecsrsiasssssdincrtetiatesseisarsrrenesredeaininessnsanenuieceotnuneniannaatecedt 108 Viewing image THUMDNANIIS ccececsessessessessssssssssscssesesssssseassneescsncascsseaseaees 108 Viewing files by category sssssssssseeeesssssssssseseeseeeesssssssssseeeressssnssssseeeerereesssssssssss 109 Viewing files as a foldE f ssssssseseeessssssseesessssesseceessssssseceessssseeceessssseeeeeeosssssseereee 109 POTEC E E r AAE 110 Lock Unlock all files sssssssesesesesssssssssssssesseeceessessssnssssseeseeeeesensnsssssssseseeeeessensnsssssssees 110 Deleting files sssssssseesesssssssecesesssseeccessssseeeceesssssseeesesosssssceeeesssssecerensssseeeeessssseseeees 111 Dele
146. screen to access some functions such as Exposure ISO and White Balance e You can also drag the option list and then touch an option e Press MENU or touch Back to go back to the previous menu ome E g Adjust the exposure value in P mode iO im 3888x2592 3 2 E 29761984B Rotate the mode dial to P em 1728x1152 3 2 Eam 5472x3080 16 9 2 Press Fn or touch Fn O Press MENU or touch Back to switch to Shooting mode My Camera gt Selecting functions options 3 Press DISP ISO 8 AF to move to EV and then press Y Scroll the jog dial or press AF to adjust the exposure OK e You can directly select an option by scrolling the jog dial without value and then press gi having to press e You can also drag the dial on the screen and then select Set to e You can also select an option by touching it adjust the option Wien vay im EV 0 0 You can adjust some options by dragging them Ga omy Gd Aus My Camera In Shooting mode Capturing photos 2013 01 01 10 London 1 Shooting information S Shooting mode 2013 01 01 Current date 10 00AM Current time GPS activated London Location information Memory card not inserted HEL Auto exposure lock p 103 10 Available number of photos eee Fully charged e 09 9 Partially charged e C Red E
147. t Camera specifications Shutter Type Speed Exposure Electronically controlled vertical run focal plane shutter e Auto 1 6 000 30 sec e Manual 1 6 000 30 sec 1 3 EV Step e Bulb time limit 4 min Metering system Compensation AE lock ISO equivalent TTL 221 17 X 13 Block segment Metering Multi Center weighted Spot Metering range EV 0 18 ISO100 30 mm F2 3 EV 1 3 EV Step CUSTOM key e 1 Step Auto ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400 ISO 800 ISO 1600 ISO 3200 ISO 6400 ISO 12800 ISO 25600 e 1 3 Step Auto ISO 100 ISO 125 ISO 160 ISO 200 ISO 250 ISO 320 ISO 400 ISO 500 ISO 640 ISO 800 ISO 1000 ISO 1250 ISO 1600 ISO 2000 ISO 2500 ISO 3200 ISO 4000 ISO 5000 ISO 6400 ISO 8000 ISO 10000 ISO 12800 ISO 16000 ISO 20000 ISO 25600 Drive Mode Mode Continuous shooting Burst shooting Bracket shooting Self timer Shutter release Flash Type Mode Guide number Angle of view Sync speed Single Continuous Burst 5M only Timer Bracket Auto Exposure White Balance Picture Wizard e JPEG High 8 6 fps Normal 5 fps e RAW High 8 6 fps Normal 5 fps e 10 15 or 30 frames per second e Up to 30 shots per shutter press Auto exposure bracketing 3 EV White Balance bracketing Picture Wizard bracketing 2 30 sec 1 second interval SR2NX02 via Micro USB port optional External Flash Bundle with SEF8A Smart Flash Auto A
148. t blurred can be obtained by using a telescope lens or selecting a low aperture value Conversely a photo with a large DOF which shows all the elements on the photo sharply focused can be achieved by using a wide angle lens or selecting a high aperture value Small Depth of Field Large Depth of Field DOF depends on aperture value The wider the aperture is namely the lower the aperture value the lower the DOF becomes Under the condition where the other values including shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are equal a low aperture value leads to a photo with a low DOF 55 mm F5 7 55 mm F22 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 is The shorter the distance between the subject and the camera is the lower better to capture a photo of a low DOF the DOF gets Therefore taking a photo close to a subject can result in a photo of low DOF A photo captured with a 100 mm telescope lens A photo captured with a 18 mm A photo captured with a 100 mm telescope telescope lens lens A photo captured close to the subject Concepts in Photography Optical preview You can press the Custom button to view the optical preview before capturing a photo The camera adjusts the aperture to the pre
149. th the least amount of adjustment My Camera gt Shooting modes Rotate the mode dial to QUO Icon Description Portraits at night J C Align your subject in the frame EEE E ne 3 Half press Shutter to focus Portraits with backlighting 62 gt Haas O 0 0 2 8 amp Portraits e The camera selects a scene An appropriate scene icon appears at the screen Close up photos of objects Close up photos of text Sunsets Indoors dark Partially lit Close up with spot lighting Portraits with spot lighting Blue skies Recognizable scenes Forested areas typically consist of green colored subjects Icon Description Landscapes Close up photos of colorful subjects Camera is stabilized on a tripod and the subject is not moving for a certain period of time when shooting in the dark Scenes with bright white backgrounds Landscapes at night Actively moving subjects Fireworks when using a tripod Y Press Shutter to capture the photo My Camera gt Shooting modes e The camera may detect different scenes even the same subjects depending D P rog ram m od e on external factors such as camera shake lighting and distance to the subject The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture value so that e If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode it uses the an optimal exposure value can be achieved default settings for the Smart Au
150. ting a single file ssssssseeessssssssesceessssssseeceeesnsssesceceessnssseeceessssssseereeesssssesreresessss 111 Deleting multiple fill eS sssseeesssssssssseeessssssseceeersnsssesceceessssssesceeosssssseeeseessssseeceeesessss 111 Deleting all fileS sssseeesssssssssscecssssssseeeceesessssseeeceesnsssescereesssssseecerosssssseeeeressssseecereressss 112 Viewing PhOtOS ya cosacesacescsasisiesanccesscstavectsdereesasdtneaviauatontnccintenasaaniecaieas 113 Enlarging a PNOTO sassresennienisniinani in 113 Viewing a slide SROW sssssssessssssecssssssesesssssccessssscesssssecessssecceessseerossseeceessssseessssses 113 PCM TS N oeei E E E 114 Creating a print order DPOF sessssesssssssesssssssccssssseccesssssesssssseceessssecesssseeeeesss 114 Playing VideO S srera T RO 115 Trimming a video during playbaCk sssssssssesssssssssesessssssseeeeessssseceessssssseeeses 115 Capturing an image during playback sssssssseessssssseeceesssssssseeessnssssseeeesssss 116 Editing PROTOS a asasecescaxcscracasvevanevessusnscses ccusvutestuseeevouestaceacinsesanedesetcasanvecctonts 117 Cropping a NOC sar sicranteeactetentisenncieereenaiannacianntusennianeses 117 Rotating VO ev esiaeasgupeasadericesdsestueiarratioteedassateasbenstisartesuanetivevneiom irene caine 118 RESIZING DINO LOS orrien annar EAER 118 Adjusting your photoS esssssessssssssseeeesssssseccessssssesccsssssssseeeesnssssseeeeesssssecereosssssees 119 Retouching FACES
151. tion Additional information Smart Auto NOC Safety warnings and precautions Program P i Camera buttons For example Shutter represents the Aperture Priority A shutter button Shutter Priority S Page number of related information Manual M The order of options or menus you must select to perform L ri ens Priorit a step for example Select 0 Quality represents y select and then Quality Smart S Annotation Wi Fi Wi Fi Contents Tips Concepts in Photography Shooting DOSUUN SS issacessaccessissvissiossuvidancdevedutessessraners dinseeseiereinatenseentsetens Holding the camela cxceseneressessiostereiisenesstseiaion Gatigteecnecedtvecvelneabinisaestalsaned ointecnnecteesai Standing photography sssssssseeesssssssseceeesssssssseceeessssseeseeesssssssseeeeesnsssseserssessssseeereess Crouching photography azeeccacccosatucantescesssasevscteccetasnecueseosteteasaentiequssennstienctataness Using the display sssesesssssssssesesesssssssseeesesssssseeceessssssseeceeessssseseeeesssnssseeeersssssssseeeressssssss Low angle SOl eusie rnea E Aigh angle SIN OU aia aceces esas dc cseaventcssaseatssedi cass baccacasanids coisteiasbestisespantoeiananaderuin ADOFO sacs cccatescvasussvessiassavcsuseatesszeteutsvecavessesssusaiabeviel esisecisestsvecsvensvevagecssecs Aperture value and the depth of field occ cesessesssessessessesseesscssssscesesssesscenseseeses BUC SIS NN EE NENE ss ceeutatanenstenees PSO SENSITIV V aiis ar e
152. to e This feature is available only in Program or Aperture priority mode My Camera gt Shooting modes A Aperture Priority mode Rotate the mode dial to A In Aperture Priority mode the camera automatically calculates shutter eC Scroll the jog dial to adjust the aperture value Speed according to the aperture value you choose e You can also adjust the aperture value by pressing Fn moving to You can adjust the depth of field DOF by changing the aperture value the aperture value and then scrolling the jog dial or dragging the This mode is useful for taking portraits flowers or landscape shots screen 3 Set the desired options UY Half press Shutter to focus and then press Shutter to capture the photo e In low light settings you may need to increase the ISO sensitivity to prevent Vy blurred photos e To set the minimum shutter speed in Shooting mode press MENU Minimum Shutter Speed an option Large Depth of Field Small Depth of Field My Camera gt Shooting modes S Shutter Priority mode Rotate the mode dial to S In Shutter Priority mode the camera automatically adjusts the aperture e Scroll the jog dial to adjust the shutter speed value according to the shutter speed you choose This mode is useful for capturing photos of fast moving subjects or for creating tracer effects in a e You can also adjust the shutter speed by pressing Fn moving to photo the shutter speed
153. to mode Even if it detects a face the camera may not select a portrait mode This mode is useful when you want to capture shots of constant exposure depending on the subject s position or lighting e Even if you use a tripod the camera may not detect the tripod mode A if the subject is moving e The camera consumes more battery power because it changes settings often to select appropriate scenes while being able to adjust other settings Rotate the mode dial to P C Set the desired options 3 Half press Shutter to focus and then press Shutter to capture the photo My Camera gt Shooting modes Program Shift Minimum shutter speed Program Shift function lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture Set the shutter speed not to be slower than the selected speed However if value while the camera maintains the same exposure When you scroll the an optimal exposure value cannot be achieved because the ISO sensitivity jog dial to the left the shutter speed decreases and the aperture value reached the maximum ISO value that is set by Auto ISO Range shutter increases When you scroll the jog dial to the right the shutter speed speed may be slower than the selected minimum shutter speed increases and the aperture value decreases To set the minimum In Shooting mode press MENU Minimum shutter speed Shutter Speed an option p e This feature is available only when the ISO sensitivity is set to Au
154. u upload photos to SkyDrive they will be resized to 2M while maintaining their aspect ratios Wireless network You can upload files from your camera to AllShare Play online storage or view files on an AllShare Play device connected to the same AP Uploading photos to online storage Rotate the mode dial to Wi Fi C Select a Web storage e If the guide message appears select OK e The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently connected AP device If the camera has not previously been connected to a WLAN it will search for available AP devices p 123 e To change the size for uploaded photos press MENU and then select Upload Image Size If you have registered more than one web storage you can select from the list by pressing MENU and then selecting Change Web storage 3 Enter your ID and password and then select Login OK e For information about entering text refer to Entering text p 127 e To select an ID from the list select w an ID e If you have previously logged in to the website you may be logged in automatically 2 U Select Ug To use this feature you must create an AllShare Play account and an account with an affiliated online storage service using your PC After finishing creating accounts add your online storage account to AllShare Play files you want to upload and then select Upload If you have registered more than one we
155. ue in some shooting modes or change the size of a focus area In Playback mode View thumbnails enlarge or reduce a photo or open or close a folder of continuous or burst shots in Playback mode DIRECT LINK button Start a preset Wi Fi function p 32 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 NEMO Microphone Hot shoe cover Hot shoe Eyelet for camera strap Image sensor Internal antenna NFC tag Avoid contact with the internal antenna while using the wireless network Speaker Lens release button Lens mount Lens mount index AF assist light Timer lamp Power switch Shutter button My Camera gt Camera layout VI A WwW N Video recording button Start recording a video EV adjust button p 102 Press and hold the button and then scroll 2 the jog dial to adjust the exposure value In M mode the aperture value will be adjusted Fn button 3 Access the Smart panel and fine tune some settings button In the Menu screen Save the selected options e In Shooting mode Allow you to select a focus area manually in some shooting modes Navigation button In Shooting mode DISP View camera settings and change options 5 SQ Select an ISO value amp Select a drive option AF Select an AF mode e In other situations Move up down left right respectively Delete Custom button In Shooting mode Perform the assigned function p 150 In Playback mode Delete
156. uto Red eye Fill in Fill in Red 1st Curtain 2nd Curtain Off 8 based on ISO 100 SEF8A 28 mm 35 mm film equivalent Less than 1 180 sec Appendix gt Camera specifications Flash EV External flash Sync terminal White Balance Mode Micro adjustment Dynamic Range Off Smart Range HDR Picture Wizard Mode Parameter Shooting Mode 2 2 EV 0 5 EV Step Optional Samsung external flashes SEF42A SEF220A Hot shoe Auto WB Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent White Fluorescent NW Fluorescent Daylight Tungsten Flash WB Custom Set Color Temperature Manual Amber Blue Green Magenta 7 steps respectively Standard Vivid Portrait Landscape Forest Retro Cool Calm Classic Custom1 Custom2 Custom3 Color Saturation Sharpness Contrast Smart Auto Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Lens Priority Smart Smart mode Smart Filter Size Quality RAW standard Color space Beauty Face Best Face Landscape Macro Action Freeze Rich Tones Panorama Waterfall Silhouette Sunset Night Fireworks Light Trace Creative Shot Vignetting Miniature Colored Pencil Watercolor Wash drawing Oil Sketch Ink Sketch Acryl Negative Red Green Blue Yellow e JPEG 3 2 20 0M 5472X3648 10 1M 3888X2592 5 9M 2976X1984 5 0M 2736X1824 Burst mode only 2 0M 1728X1152 e JPEG 16 9 16 9M 5472X3080 7 8M 3712X2088 4 9M 2944X1656 2 1M
157. vates only when PAL is selected If the connected HDTV does not support the resolution you select the camera sets the resolution one level lower 2 Camera settings menu gt Setting Default Default Item Description Item Description Select an option for playing files on a 3D TV Set the method of numbering files and folders 3D HDMI e Side by Side Displays two images next to each other e Reset After using the reset function the next file name is Output e Frame Packing Displays the images for the left and right started at 0001 eye alternately in frames e Series New file numbers continue the existing number sequence even if you have installed a new memory card Set the method of creating file names formatted the card or deleted all photos e Standard SAM _ XXXX JPG sRGB _SAMXXXX JPG Adobe RGB e The first folder name is 100PHOTO if you have selected Date B the sRGB color space and Standard file naming the first sRGB files MMDDXXXX JPG For example for a photo file name is SAM_0001 captured on Jan 01 the file name would be File Number e File name numbers are increased by 1 from SAM_0001 to File Name 0101XXXX jpg SAM_9999 Adobe RGB files _MDDXXXX JPG for the months Jan e Folder numbers are increased by 1 from 100PHOTO to through Sept For the months Oct through Dec the month 999PHOTO sas BAPE Py EIGHT Ct NOM and e The maximum number of files that can be saved in one ec folder is 9 99
158. videos you want to share it may take some time to load your photos or videos and complete the initial set up process While viewing photos or videos on the AllShare Play device continuously using the device s remote or performing additional operations on the device may prevent this feature from working properly If you reorder or sort files on the camera while viewing them on an AllShare Play device you must repeat the initial set up process to update the list of files on the device When there are no files in the camera memory you cannot use this feature We recommend you use a network cable to connect your AllShare Play device to your AP This will minimize any video Stuttering you may experience when streaming content To view files on an AllShare Play device using the Nearby devices feature enable multicast mode on your AP 1920X1080 60 fps videos can be played only on full HDTVs capable of playback at 60 fps You can view 3D files only on 3D compatible TVs or monitors Wireless network When the camera connects via a WLAN to a device that supports the Wi Fi Direct function you can send photos to the device This feature may not be supported on some devices On the device turn on the Wi Fi Direct option C On the camera in Playback mode scroll to a photo 3 Press MENU and then select Share Wi Fi Wi Fi Direct e When in the single image view you can send only one photo at a time e When in thumb
159. word Enter the network password IP Setting Set the IP address automatically or manually Subnet Mask Enter the subnet mask Gateway Enter the gateway DNS Server Enter the DNS address Wireless network gt Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings U SIN g the log In b rowser e You may not be able to select some items depending on the page you p connected to This does not indicate a malfunction You can enter your login information via the login browser when e The login browser may not close automatically after you log into some pages connecting to some APs sharing sites or cloud servers If this occurs close the login browser by touching and then proceed with the desired operation speed If this occurs wait until the login information input window appears Close the login browser Move to the previous page Move to the next page Stop loading the page 0 Xiviaidg Reload the page Wireless network gt Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings 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 lo
160. y appear blurred This occurs more often when the shutter speed is slow Prevent camera shake by raising the sensitivity using the flash or using a faster shutter speed Alternatively use a tripod or the OIS function to stabilize the camera Cloud Computing Cloud computing is a technology that allows you to store data on remote servers and to use them from a device with internet access Color space The range of colors that the camera can see Color temperature Color Temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin K that indicates the hue of a specific type of light source As the color temperature increases the color of the light source has a more bluish quality As the color temperature decreases the color of the light source has a more reddish quality At 5 500 degrees Kelvin the color of the light source is similar to the sun at midday Composition Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo Usually abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition DCF Design rule for Camera File system A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association JEITA Depth of field The distance between the nearest and farthest points that can be acceptably focused in a photograph Depth of field varies with lens aperture focal length and distance from the camera to the subject Selecting a small
161. y and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage and may cause a fire or electric shock Notes about charging the battery If the status lamp is off make sure that the battery is inserted correctly e If the camera is on while charging the battery may not fully charge Turn off the camera before charging the battery e Do not use your camera when you are charging the battery This may cause a fire or electric shock Do not pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug from the power outlet as this may cause a fire or electric shock Let the battery charge for at least 10 minutes before turning on the camera If you connect the camera to an external power source when the battery is depleted using high energy consuming functions will cause the camera to turn off To use the camera normally recharge the battery If you reconnect the power cable when the battery is fully charged the status lamp turns on for approximately 30 minutes Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly Charge the battery until the red status lamp turns off If the status lamp blinks in red reconnect the cable or remove the battery and insert it again If you charge the battery when the cable is overheated or the temperature is too high the status lamp may blink in red Charging will start when the battery cools down Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life After charging is finished disconnect the cable from
162. y in which the camera measures the quantity of light to set the exposure MF Manual Focus A system that manually focuses the camera lens on the subject You can use the focus ring to focus on a subject MJPEG Motion JPEG A video format which is compressed as a JPEG image MPO Multi Picture Object An image file format that contains multiple images in a file An MPO file provides a 3D effect on MPO compatible displays such as 3D TVs or 3D monitors Appendix gt Glossary Noise Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or random bright pixels Noise usually occurs when photos are shot with a high sensitivity or when a sensitivity is automatically set in a dark place NFC Near Field Communication NFC is a set of standards for radio communication at very close proximity You can use NFC enabled devices to activate features or exchange data with other devices NTSC National Television System Committee A video color encoding standard used most commonly in Japan North America the Philippines South America South Korea and Taiwan Optical zoom This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does not deteriorate quality of images PAL Phase Alternate Line A video color encoding standard used in numerous countries throughout Africa Asia Europe and the Middle East Quality An expression of the rate of compression used in a digital image Higher quality
163. ypically the primary colors red green and blue in an image The goal of adjusting the White Balance or color balance is to correctly render the colors in an image Wi Fi Wi Fi is a technology that allows electronic devices to exchange data wirelessly over a network WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS is a technology that secures wireless home networks Appendix SAMSUNG 18 55 mm F3 5 5 6 OIS Ill MUTE ee pa m SAMSUNG 16 mm F2 4 SS _ ST SE WM SAMSUNG 30 mm F2 SAMSUNG 60 mm F2 8 Macro ED OIS SSA SAMSUNG 20 50 mm F3 5 5 6 ED Il SAMSUNG 20 mm F2 8 SAMSUNG 50 200 mm F4 5 6 ED OIS Ill SAMSUNG 18 200 mm F3 5 6 3 ED OIS SS M i SAMSUNG 45 mm F1 8 SEF42A SAMSUNG 45 mm F1 8 T6 2D 3D External flash GPS GPS10 SEF220A Appendix gt Optional accessories USB cable HDMI cable LE QZ SR2NX02 EM10 Rechargeable battery Battery charger manuals of these optional accessories for details Camera bag Camera case e Use only Samsung approved accessories Samsung is not responsible for damage caused by using another manufacturer s accessories BP1130 BC3NX01 D e These illustrations may differ from your actual items Refer to the user Appendix A Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 167 AllShare Play 141 Aperture 16 20 Auto Backup 133 Auto focus 80 Battery

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