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USER MANUAL ENG This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
USER MANUAL ENG This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
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...logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. • You are not ...allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual without prior permission. • We recommend using your camera within the country where you purchase it. • Use this camera responsibly and adhere...
...logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. • You are not ...allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual without prior permission. • We recommend using your camera within the country where you purchase it. • Use this camera responsibly and adhere...
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For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Annotation Mode indications Mode Smart Auto Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Smart Panorama Wireless network Indication t P A S M s R B 6 for example: Select b ĺ Quality (represents select b, and then Quality). Page number of related information The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; Icons used in this manual Icons used in this manual Icon [ ] ( ) ĺ * Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions Camera buttons.
For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Annotation Mode indications Mode Smart Auto Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Smart Panorama Wireless network Indication t P A S M s R B 6 for example: Select b ĺ Quality (represents select b, and then Quality). Page number of related information The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; Icons used in this manual Icons used in this manual Icon [ ] ( ) ĺ * Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions Camera buttons.
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... 51 t Smart Auto mode 52 P Program mode ...54 Program Shift ...55 Minimum shutter speed 55 A Aperture Priority mode 56 S Shutter Priority mode 57 M Manual mode...58 Using Framing Mode 58 Using the Bulb function 59 s Smart mode...60 Using the Best Face mode 61 R Panorama mode 62 Recording a video... 69 White Balance 70 Customizing preset White Balance options 71 Picture Wizard (photo styles 72 AF mode ...73 Single AF...74 Continuous AF...74 Manual focus...75 AF area...76 Selection AF ...76 Multi AF...77 Tracking AF ...77 Face Detection 79 Normal...79 Smile Shot ...80 Wink Shot...
... 51 t Smart Auto mode 52 P Program mode ...54 Program Shift ...55 Minimum shutter speed 55 A Aperture Priority mode 56 S Shutter Priority mode 57 M Manual mode...58 Using Framing Mode 58 Using the Bulb function 59 s Smart mode...60 Using the Best Face mode 61 R Panorama mode 62 Recording a video... 69 White Balance 70 Customizing preset White Balance options 71 Picture Wizard (photo styles 72 AF mode ...73 Single AF...74 Continuous AF...74 Manual focus...75 AF area...76 Selection AF ...76 Multi AF...77 Tracking AF ...77 Face Detection 79 Normal...79 Smile Shot ...80 Wink Shot...
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... 111 Applying Smart Filter effects 112 Chapter 4 Wireless network Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings 114 Connecting to a WLAN 114 Setting network options 115 Manually setting the IP address 115 Network connection tips 116 Entering text ...117 Using the NFC Feature (Tag & Go 118 Using NFC features in Shooting mode... Backup to send photos or videos 129 Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC 129 Sending photos or videos to a PC 129 Using Samsung Link to view files 131 10
... 111 Applying Smart Filter effects 112 Chapter 4 Wireless network Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings 114 Connecting to a WLAN 114 Setting network options 115 Manually setting the IP address 115 Network connection tips 116 Entering text ...117 Using the NFC Feature (Tag & Go 118 Using NFC features in Shooting mode... Backup to send photos or videos 129 Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC 129 Sending photos or videos to a PC 129 Using Samsung Link to view files 131 10
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... settings 134 ISO Customizing ...134 ISO Step...134 Auto ISO Range ...134 Noise Reduction ...134 Bracket Settings ...135 DMF (Direct Manual Focus 135 Color Space...136 Distortion Correct 137 iFn Customizing ...137 User Display...138 Key Mapping...139 Live view NFC...139 MobileLink/NFC ... your Mac OS 148 Using programs on a PC 150 Installing i-Launcher 150 Using Samsung i-Launcher 151 Using i-Launcher ...151 Requirements for Windows OS 151 Requirements for Mac OS 152 Opening Samsung i-Launcher 152 Downloading the firmware 152 Downloading the PC Auto Backup program 152 Installing ...
... settings 134 ISO Customizing ...134 ISO Step...134 Auto ISO Range ...134 Noise Reduction ...134 Bracket Settings ...135 DMF (Direct Manual Focus 135 Color Space...136 Distortion Correct 137 iFn Customizing ...137 User Display...138 Key Mapping...139 Live view NFC...139 MobileLink/NFC ... your Mac OS 148 Using programs on a PC 150 Installing i-Launcher 150 Using Samsung i-Launcher 151 Using i-Launcher ...151 Requirements for Windows OS 151 Requirements for Mac OS 152 Opening Samsung i-Launcher 152 Downloading the firmware 152 Downloading the PC Auto Backup program 152 Installing ...
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... known as the "Exposure Value" (EV), which passes through the aperture before it takes to moving objects. It controls the amount of light which is manually adjustable. Concepts in Photography Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it reaches the image sensor.
... known as the "Exposure Value" (EV), which passes through the aperture before it takes to moving objects. It controls the amount of light which is manually adjustable. Concepts in Photography Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it reaches the image sensor.
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... the distance from the flash. Normally, photos captured with bounce photography cast no shadows and look smooth due to subject distance when setting the flash manually. 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...
... the distance from the flash. Normally, photos captured with bounce photography cast no shadows and look smooth due to subject distance when setting the flash manually. 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...
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... lamp 29 Name Mode dial • t: Smart Auto mode (p. 52) • P: Program mode (p. 54) • A: Aperture Priority mode (p. 56) 1 • S: Shutter Priority mode (p. 57) • M: Manual mode (p. 58) • s: Smart mode (p. 60) • R: Panorama mode (p. 62) • B: Wireless Network (p. 113) 2 Shutter button 3 Power button MOBILE button 4 Select a Wi-Fi function to...
... lamp 29 Name Mode dial • t: Smart Auto mode (p. 52) • P: Program mode (p. 54) • A: Aperture Priority mode (p. 56) 1 • S: Shutter Priority mode (p. 57) • M: Manual mode (p. 58) • s: Smart mode (p. 60) • R: Panorama mode (p. 62) • B: Wireless Network (p. 113) 2 Shutter button 3 Power button MOBILE button 4 Select a Wi-Fi function to...
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..., sending data to a computer, connecting to WLAN, or 7 Enter Playback mode to select left, right, respectively. (You can also rotate the navigation button.) a focus area manually in some settings. • In Playback mode: o button -
..., sending data to a computer, connecting to WLAN, or 7 Enter Playback mode to select left, right, respectively. (You can also rotate the navigation button.) a focus area manually in some settings. • In Playback mode: o button -
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... the photo. 39 Adjust the shutter speed. Adjust the exposure value. My Camera > Selecting functions (options) Using iFn Press [i-Function] on an i-Function lens to manually select and adjust shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, ISO sensitivity, and White Balance on the lens. 1 Rotate the mode dial to P, A, S, or M. 2 Press [i-Function...
... the photo. 39 Adjust the shutter speed. Adjust the exposure value. My Camera > Selecting functions (options) Using iFn Press [i-Function] on an i-Function lens to manually select and adjust shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, ISO sensitivity, and White Balance on the lens. 1 Rotate the mode dial to P, A, S, or M. 2 Press [i-Function...
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... inserted** Icon Description • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • (Red): Empty (recharge the battery) • : Charging Auto focus frame Spot metering area Camera shake Manual focus scale Level gauge (p. 42) Histogram (p. 138) Focus Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure adjustment value ISO sensitivity (p. 69) * This icon appears when you set. 41...
... inserted** Icon Description • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • (Red): Empty (recharge the battery) • : Charging Auto focus frame Spot metering area Camera shake Manual focus scale Level gauge (p. 42) Histogram (p. 138) Focus Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure adjustment value ISO sensitivity (p. 69) * This icon appears when you set. 41...
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... External flash layout SEF8A (example) (optional) 1 2 3 No. My Camera Accessories You can use accessories such as external flash that can purchase Samsung-approved accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for each accessory. • The illustrations may differ from the actual items. • You can help you capture better...
... External flash layout SEF8A (example) (optional) 1 2 3 No. My Camera Accessories You can use accessories such as external flash that can purchase Samsung-approved accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for each accessory. • The illustrations may differ from the actual items. • You can help you capture better...
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... flash fires a second time. • SEF8A may not be compatible with a flash that is not fully charged, but it is recommended to the user manual for use. 2 Lock the flash into place by turning the hot-shoe fastening dial clockwise. • You can capture a photo with other NX series ...flash. • The available options may differ depending on the shooting mode. • There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Use only Samsung-approved flashes. My Camera > Accessories Connecting the external flash 1 Mount the flash by sliding it into the hot-shoe. 3 Lift up the flash for...
... flash fires a second time. • SEF8A may not be compatible with a flash that is not fully charged, but it is recommended to the user manual for use. 2 Lock the flash into place by turning the hot-shoe fastening dial clockwise. • You can capture a photo with other NX series ...flash. • The available options may differ depending on the shooting mode. • There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Use only Samsung-approved flashes. My Camera > Accessories Connecting the external flash 1 Mount the flash by sliding it into the hot-shoe. 3 Lift up the flash for...
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Additional modes allow for greater customization of settings. Icon t P A S M s R B Description Smart Auto mode (p. 52) Program mode (p. 54) Aperture Priority mode (p. 56) Shutter Priority mode (p. 57) Manual mode (p. 58) Smart mode (p. 60) Panorama mode (p. 62) Wireless Network (p. 113) 51 My Camera Shooting modes 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. Icon t P A S M s R B Description Smart Auto mode (p. 52) Program mode (p. 54) Aperture Priority mode (p. 56) Shutter Priority mode (p. 57) Manual mode (p. 58) Smart mode (p. 60) Panorama mode (p. 62) Wireless Network (p. 113) 51 My Camera Shooting modes Two simple shooting modes-Smart Auto and Smart mode-help you capture photos with numerous automatic settings.
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The Manual mode is necessary to fine-tune camera settings. This mode is useful in controlled shooting environments, such as a studio, or when it is also recommended ... photo. In this function on, the brightness of the display is constant regardless of the settings, so you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually. My Camera > Shooting modes M Manual mode Manual mode lets you can fully control the exposure of your shot.
The Manual mode is necessary to fine-tune camera settings. This mode is useful in controlled shooting environments, such as a studio, or when it is also recommended ... photo. In this function on, the brightness of the display is constant regardless of the settings, so you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually. My Camera > Shooting modes M Manual mode Manual mode lets you can fully control the exposure of your shot.
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... longer it takes to save a photo. During the interval between the first [Shutter] press and the second [Shutter] press, the shutter is available only in Manual mode. • Use a tripod to shoot night scenes or the night sky. Do not turn the camera off while the camera saves a photo. • If...
... longer it takes to save a photo. During the interval between the first [Shutter] press and the second [Shutter] press, the shutter is available only in Manual mode. • Use a tripod to shoot night scenes or the night sky. Do not turn the camera off while the camera saves a photo. • If...
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... flash. Custom Set: Use your photo to calibrate the White Balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, or adjust color temperature manually. Fill the spot metering circle with a lower value. Daylight: Select when taking indoor photos under a daylight D fluorescent lamp, especially for white ... be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to be more bluish than on the type and quality of a photo. Color Temperature: Manually adjust the color temperature of slightly bluish hue. This option results in photos closest to have a reddish hue. Color temperature is a...
... flash. Custom Set: Use your photo to calibrate the White Balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, or adjust color temperature manually. Fill the spot metering circle with a lower value. Daylight: Select when taking indoor photos under a daylight D fluorescent lamp, especially for white ... be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to be more bluish than on the type and quality of a photo. Color Temperature: Manually adjust the color temperature of slightly bluish hue. This option results in photos closest to have a reddish hue. Color temperature is a...
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...ĺ an option. • You can also set the switch according to AF when you select Manual Focus. The AF function is activated when you can select a focusing mode appropriate to focus manually. Shooting Functions AF mode Shooting Functions > AF mode Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according ...in Shooting mode. • The available options may differ depending on the lens to the subject among Single Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, and Manual Focus. In most cases, you press [Shutter] halfway. In the MF mode, you must set the option by selecting Single AF. You ...
...ĺ an option. • You can also set the switch according to AF when you select Manual Focus. The AF function is activated when you can select a focusing mode appropriate to focus manually. Shooting Functions AF mode Shooting Functions > AF mode Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according ...in Shooting mode. • The available options may differ depending on the lens to the subject among Single Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, and Manual Focus. In most cases, you press [Shutter] halfway. In the MF mode, you must set the option by selecting Single AF. You ...
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The MF Assist function lets you are rotating the focus ring, the focus area is recommended for shooting an object similar in color to the background, a night scene, or fireworks. • If you use this function, you cannot set Face Detection, AF Area, and Link AE to AF Point options. • While you easily achieve a focus. This mode is magnified. While you are adjusting the focus, the manual focus scale ( ) appears. 75 Shooting Functions > 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 are rotating the focus ring, the focus area is recommended for shooting an object similar in color to the background, a night scene, or fireworks. • If you use this function, you cannot set Face Detection, AF Area, and Link AE to AF Point options. • While you easily achieve a focus. This mode is magnified. While you are adjusting the focus, the manual focus scale ( ) appears. 75 Shooting Functions > AF mode Manual focus You can manually focus on a subject by rotating the focus ring on the lens.