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...on , the current setting values appears in flash is ready (when blinking, flash should be adjusted using a DSLR (Digital Single Lens reflex) camera for [AF fine adjustment]. ● You can be released only when the image is required for the first time. 5 Now...MENU button LCD Monitor Rear dial OK button Direction buttons 1 Press the MENU button. - Use the front dial ( ) to move forward to 20 registered lenses. CAPTURE MENU Picture Wizard 4UBOEBSE File Format +1&( JPEG Size . AF Frame AF Frame Aperture Shutter speed when capturing or adjusting. (...
...on , the current setting values appears in flash is ready (when blinking, flash should be adjusted using a DSLR (Digital Single Lens reflex) camera for [AF fine adjustment]. ● You can be released only when the image is required for the first time. 5 Now...MENU button LCD Monitor Rear dial OK button Direction buttons 1 Press the MENU button. - Use the front dial ( ) to move forward to 20 registered lenses. CAPTURE MENU Picture Wizard 4UBOEBSE File Format +1&( JPEG Size . AF Frame AF Frame Aperture Shutter speed when capturing or adjusting. (...
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...Aperture: f = 2.8, Shutter speed: 1/1000sec, ISO = 100 P (Program) mode automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure according to your camera. P mode, Aperture: f = 2.8, Shutter speed: 1/1000sec, ISO = 100 Sv (Sensitivity Priority) mode Tv (Shutter Priority) mode Sv (Sensitivity priority)... The preview image in the [Liveview] function disappears in the [CAPTURE MENU]. ● While using a DSLR (Digital Single Lens reflex) camera for general photography. Standard Vivid The Standard Picture Wizard is on, [Picture Wizard] menu appears on the LCD monitor...
...Aperture: f = 2.8, Shutter speed: 1/1000sec, ISO = 100 P (Program) mode automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure according to your camera. P mode, Aperture: f = 2.8, Shutter speed: 1/1000sec, ISO = 100 Sv (Sensitivity Priority) mode Tv (Shutter Priority) mode Sv (Sensitivity priority)... The preview image in the [Liveview] function disappears in the [CAPTURE MENU]. ● While using a DSLR (Digital Single Lens reflex) camera for general photography. Standard Vivid The Standard Picture Wizard is on, [Picture Wizard] menu appears on the LCD monitor...
User Manual (ENGLISH)
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...lens of the camera directly into the camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber. You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. This could increase the risk of explosion. Important Safety Information Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera. ■ Prior to using this camera..., please read this user manual thoroughly. ■ When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera malfunction (such as battery, ...
...lens of the camera directly into the camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber. You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. This could increase the risk of explosion. Important Safety Information Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera. ■ Prior to using this camera..., please read this user manual thoroughly. ■ When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera malfunction (such as battery, ...
User Manual (ENGLISH)
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... Setting the Language and Date Information Getting a Better Picture by Using More Functions 024 Attaching and removing the lens 025 Correct methods of holding the camera 026 OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) 026 Turning On the OIS Function 026 Optical Image Stabilization 027 LCD Monitor Indications...Using the Zoom ring 036 Using the Drive Mode 038 Checking the Composition, Exposure, and Focus Before Shooting 038 Displaying the Digital Preview 038 Using the Liveview function 039 Manual White Balance (Manual W.B.) 040 Checking the focus 040 Using Autofocus 041 Selecting the...
... Setting the Language and Date Information Getting a Better Picture by Using More Functions 024 Attaching and removing the lens 025 Correct methods of holding the camera 026 OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) 026 Turning On the OIS Function 026 Optical Image Stabilization 027 LCD Monitor Indications...Using the Zoom ring 036 Using the Drive Mode 038 Checking the Composition, Exposure, and Focus Before Shooting 038 Displaying the Digital Preview 038 Using the Liveview function 039 Manual White Balance (Manual W.B.) 040 Checking the focus 040 Using Autofocus 041 Selecting the...
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...directly on the difference between the GX-20 and 35mm SLR cameras even if the same lens is available to users. ● The Picture Wizard function enables you will differ between the 35 mm film format and camera sensor in size. (GX-20 was used because the format ...GX-20. The captured area (view angle) will get the equivalent angle of view of a 150 mm lens on a full-frame 35mm camera, you to 450mm lens on the types of lenses or the shooting environment. You can select JPEG or RAW image format. Feature ● The 14.60 effective Megapixel of SAMSUNG digital camera...
...directly on the difference between the GX-20 and 35mm SLR cameras even if the same lens is available to users. ● The Picture Wizard function enables you will differ between the 35 mm film format and camera sensor in size. (GX-20 was used because the format ...GX-20. The captured area (view angle) will get the equivalent angle of view of a 150 mm lens on a full-frame 35mm camera, you to 450mm lens on the types of lenses or the shooting environment. You can select JPEG or RAW image format. Feature ● The 14.60 effective Megapixel of SAMSUNG digital camera...
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Names of Working Parts Front & Top Shutter Button Main Switch Front dial Self-Timer lamp / Remote control receiver Lens mount index Lens unlock button Lens information contacts Mirror AF coupler Green Button Flash Button Built-in Flash Mode dial Focus mode lever Terminal Cover Strap holder External flash sync terminal RAW Button Remote control port USB / Video terminal DC input terminal Do not attempt to malfunction. 013 Failure to follow this instruction may cause the product to adjust the aperture lever or the mirror in the camera body.
Names of Working Parts Front & Top Shutter Button Main Switch Front dial Self-Timer lamp / Remote control receiver Lens mount index Lens unlock button Lens information contacts Mirror AF coupler Green Button Flash Button Built-in Flash Mode dial Focus mode lever Terminal Cover Strap holder External flash sync terminal RAW Button Remote control port USB / Video terminal DC input terminal Do not attempt to malfunction. 013 Failure to follow this instruction may cause the product to adjust the aperture lever or the mirror in the camera body.
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... off after displaying a message. ● Battery performance temporarily decreases while being used in the camera body. lit Battery is running low. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries on the lit Battery is available to a PC. ● The life time of the battery.... Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature. ● Have extra batteries ready when travelling overseas, taking pictures in your camera to use while you use 23°C Approx. 500 Approx. 430 Min./ Approx. 400 Min./ Min./1,000 860 800 These figures are...
... off after displaying a message. ● Battery performance temporarily decreases while being used in the camera body. lit Battery is running low. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries on the lit Battery is available to a PC. ● The life time of the battery.... Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature. ● Have extra batteries ready when travelling overseas, taking pictures in your camera to use while you use 23°C Approx. 500 Approx. 430 Min./ Approx. 400 Min./ Min./1,000 860 800 These figures are...
User Manual (ENGLISH)
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... lines for the first time users to take a picture using the basic shooting mode. (Auto mode.) 024 Attaching and removing the lens 025 Correct methods of holding the camera 026 OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) 026 Turning On the OIS Function 026 Optical Image Stabilization 027 LCD Monitor Indications 027 While Power...
... lines for the first time users to take a picture using the basic shooting mode. (Auto mode.) 024 Attaching and removing the lens 025 Correct methods of holding the camera 026 OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) 026 Turning On the OIS Function 026 Optical Image Stabilization 027 LCD Monitor Indications 027 While Power...
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... use of lenses made by other manufacturers. ● The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Attaching and removing the lens must be used at Customer Service. Remove the front lens cap by pushing the indicated portions inward. 5. After attaching..., check that the camera is secure. If the camera's body or the lens gets wet or dirty, camera malfunction may damage the ...
... use of lenses made by other manufacturers. ● The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Attaching and removing the lens must be used at Customer Service. Remove the front lens cap by pushing the indicated portions inward. 5. After attaching..., check that the camera is secure. If the camera's body or the lens gets wet or dirty, camera malfunction may damage the ...
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...speeds slower than the total weigh of the OIS sensor. ● To reduce the camera shake while using the tripod, do not use the tripod that is heavier than this. ● When using a telephoto lens, use the OIS ( ) function as a table, tree, or wall. ●... Although there are individual differences among photographers, the slowest recommended shutter speed for a handheld camera is important when taking a picture to the oscillation of the camera and the lens. ▲ Horizontal position ▲Vertical position 025 For example, it is 1/75 of a second for a ...
...speeds slower than the total weigh of the OIS sensor. ● To reduce the camera shake while using the tripod, do not use the tripod that is heavier than this. ● When using a telephoto lens, use the OIS ( ) function as a table, tree, or wall. ●... Although there are individual differences among photographers, the slowest recommended shutter speed for a handheld camera is important when taking a picture to the oscillation of the camera and the lens. ▲ Horizontal position ▲Vertical position 025 For example, it is 1/75 of a second for a ...
User Manual (ENGLISH)
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... point location 9. Colour Tone 12. Sharpness 15. Quality level 19. BA compensation value (GM) / BA compensation value (BA) 20. File type 23. Metering mode 4. Extended Bracket 10. Saturation 13. White balance 24. Lens focal length 27. Contrast 14. Date and time 028 16. OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) 18. ISO sensitivity 25. Flash... Value Flash mode 5. Shooting mode 2. ISO range (Auto) 26. Recorded pixels 21. Detailed Information 1 2 3 4 56 7 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 8 9 Standard 10 11 12 13 14 15 19 18 17 16 1. Aperture Value 28.
... point location 9. Colour Tone 12. Sharpness 15. Quality level 19. BA compensation value (GM) / BA compensation value (BA) 20. File type 23. Metering mode 4. Extended Bracket 10. Saturation 13. White balance 24. Lens focal length 27. Contrast 14. Date and time 028 16. OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) 18. ISO sensitivity 25. Flash... Value Flash mode 5. Shooting mode 2. ISO range (Auto) 26. Recorded pixels 21. Detailed Information 1 2 3 4 56 7 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 8 9 Standard 10 11 12 13 14 15 19 18 17 16 1. Aperture Value 28.
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... 7 8 9 10 11 12 24 23 13 14 22 15 21 Standard 16 20 17 19 18 1. Metering mode 5. Folder name and Stored image number 9. Extended Bracket 12. Exposure Compensation Value 14. Lens focal length 15. You can change the information initially displayed by pressing the playback button... in playback mode to display the image information on the LCD monitor. Protect icon 10. AF mode 11. Picture Wizard mode 17. Date & Time 20. File type / Image size / Quality / Colour Space 21. Aperture Value 23. Captured images 2. OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) 7. Sensitivity / White...
... 7 8 9 10 11 12 24 23 13 14 22 15 21 Standard 16 20 17 19 18 1. Metering mode 5. Folder name and Stored image number 9. Extended Bracket 12. Exposure Compensation Value 14. Lens focal length 15. You can change the information initially displayed by pressing the playback button... in playback mode to display the image information on the LCD monitor. Protect icon 10. AF mode 11. Picture Wizard mode 17. Date & Time 20. File type / Image size / Quality / Colour Space 21. Aperture Value 23. Captured images 2. OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) 7. Sensitivity / White...
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LCD Panel Indications The following information appears in use Displays the ISO sensitivity Number of the camera. Auto Bracket Shutter speed Flash Exposure Compensation indicator Exposure compensation Exposure Bar Multi exposure Aperture Flash mode : Built-in flash is mounted) : Red-eye ...) (PC=Personal Computer (Removable disk), (Pb=PictBridge)) White Balance (If Auto WB is selected, no icon will display) ± : White Balance Compensation 032 or incorrect lens is ready (when blinking, flash should be used;
LCD Panel Indications The following information appears in use Displays the ISO sensitivity Number of the camera. Auto Bracket Shutter speed Flash Exposure Compensation indicator Exposure compensation Exposure Bar Multi exposure Aperture Flash mode : Built-in flash is mounted) : Red-eye ...) (PC=Personal Computer (Removable disk), (Pb=PictBridge)) White Balance (If Auto WB is selected, no icon will display) ± : White Balance Compensation 032 or incorrect lens is ready (when blinking, flash should be used;
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...64257;nder. To pop up the flash manually, press the flash pop up . Press the shutter release button fully. - The camera will select the optimal capturing mode for the first time. 1. Look through the viewfinder to Auto mode ( ). - Auto mode... is designed for those who are using a DSLR (Digital Single Lens reflex) camera for the subject. 4. The autofocus system operates. A zoom lens can adjust the focus manually. ● The flash doesn't pop up flash button ( ). 5. AF...
...64257;nder. To pop up the flash manually, press the flash pop up . Press the shutter release button fully. - The camera will select the optimal capturing mode for the first time. 1. Look through the viewfinder to Auto mode ( ). - Auto mode... is designed for those who are using a DSLR (Digital Single Lens reflex) camera for the subject. 4. The autofocus system operates. A zoom lens can adjust the focus manually. ● The flash doesn't pop up flash button ( ). 5. AF...
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...then press the shutter button halfway. 2. Position the subject in focus. 2. However, adjustment is attached to the viewfinder portion when camera leaves the factory. The eyecup is easier with the eyecup attached. You can enlarge (telephoto angle) or reduce (wide angle) the size... of an image by changing the focal length value of the camera lens. Viewfinder is adjusted to your eyesight. - AF Frame ▲ Wide Angle ▲ Telephoto 035 Turn the zoom ring right or...
...then press the shutter button halfway. 2. Position the subject in focus. 2. However, adjustment is attached to the viewfinder portion when camera leaves the factory. The eyecup is easier with the eyecup attached. You can enlarge (telephoto angle) or reduce (wide angle) the size... of an image by changing the focal length value of the camera lens. Viewfinder is adjusted to your eyesight. - AF Frame ▲ Wide Angle ▲ Telephoto 035 Turn the zoom ring right or...
User Manual (ENGLISH)
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...f = 8, Shutter Speed: 1/125sec Effect of the Aperture The aperture stop described in the lens. (The image may be different from the actual product and does not represent a specific lens model.) Opening the aperture (reduce the aperture value) Objects closer and further away than the ...eyes reacts to bright light. Effect of Shutter Speed Shutter speed is adjusted to a different size according to the corresponding aperture stop of a lens can enjoy many interesting effects once you focus on the subject. ▲ Aperture: f = 2.8, Shutter Speed: 1/500sec Closing the aperture (...
...f = 8, Shutter Speed: 1/125sec Effect of the Aperture The aperture stop described in the lens. (The image may be different from the actual product and does not represent a specific lens model.) Opening the aperture (reduce the aperture value) Objects closer and further away than the ...eyes reacts to bright light. Effect of Shutter Speed Shutter speed is adjusted to a different size according to the corresponding aperture stop of a lens can enjoy many interesting effects once you focus on the subject. ▲ Aperture: f = 2.8, Shutter Speed: 1/500sec Closing the aperture (...
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... 1. Setting the Exposure How to Check Depth of Field? This focused range is called the depth of field. ● The wider the wide-angle lens, and the further away the subject, the greater the depth of field is only available if [Preview Method] is set to [Optical] in focus...
... 1. Setting the Exposure How to Check Depth of Field? This focused range is called the depth of field. ● The wider the wide-angle lens, and the further away the subject, the greater the depth of field is only available if [Preview Method] is set to [Optical] in focus...
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... is taken at that memorizes the exposure prior to taking the picture. However, the exposure value does not change and the picture is locked. The camera memorizes the exposure (brightness) at the brightness level set by the AE lock. ● Exposure can disable the beep sound through the viewfinder... the viewfinder is turned on. The picture is pressed. Setting the Exposure AE-L with AF Locked AE Lock is engaged when using a zoom lens for which maximum aperture varies depending on the focal length. Set in [AE-L with AF Locked] in the [SETUP MENU]. ● AE lock is not...
... is taken at that memorizes the exposure prior to taking the picture. However, the exposure value does not change and the picture is locked. The camera memorizes the exposure (brightness) at the brightness level set by the AE lock. ● Exposure can disable the beep sound through the viewfinder... the viewfinder is turned on. The picture is pressed. Setting the Exposure AE-L with AF Locked AE Lock is engaged when using a zoom lens for which maximum aperture varies depending on the focal length. Set in [AE-L with AF Locked] in the [SETUP MENU]. ● AE lock is not...
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... listed above, select the value closest to enable the OIS function. 1. Optical Image Stabilization Focal Length 30 35 40 : Set : Back 8 10 12 15 18 20 24 28 30 35 Focal 40 45 50 55 65 70 75 85 100 120 Length 135 150 180 200 250 300 350 400 450... 500 550 600 700 800 - - - - - - ● If the focal length for your camera to save when the camera is especially useful when using a zoom lens, select the actual focal length at the zoom setting in the [CAPTURE MENU]. 2. After using numbers that does not support...
... listed above, select the value closest to enable the OIS function. 1. Optical Image Stabilization Focal Length 30 35 40 : Set : Back 8 10 12 15 18 20 24 28 30 35 Focal 40 45 50 55 65 70 75 85 100 120 Length 135 150 180 200 250 300 350 400 450... 500 550 600 700 800 - - - - - - ● If the focal length for your camera to save when the camera is especially useful when using a zoom lens, select the actual focal length at the zoom setting in the [CAPTURE MENU]. 2. After using numbers that does not support...
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... in Focus The catch in focus is out of focus on half shutter, you cannot take a picture if the subject is pressed halfway. The current lens has an AF / MF lever and it is pressed : Set : Back AF by Press Halfway On Catch in Remote Control Off AF Button Function On.... • Off : Does not perform AF when the shutter release button is out of focus while using the MF focusing mode. When the manual focusing lens is used.(with the focus mode lever set to Centre. Although the subject is in focus] option: -
... in Focus The catch in focus is out of focus on half shutter, you cannot take a picture if the subject is pressed halfway. The current lens has an AF / MF lever and it is pressed : Set : Back AF by Press Halfway On Catch in Remote Control Off AF Button Function On.... • Off : Does not perform AF when the shutter release button is out of focus while using the MF focusing mode. When the manual focusing lens is used.(with the focus mode lever set to Centre. Although the subject is in focus] option: -