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Please read this manual thoroughly. 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.
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PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics' commitment to all laws and regulations concerning its use. Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft .... • 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...
PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics' commitment to all laws and regulations concerning its use. Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft .... • 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...
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...to the risk of an electric shock. This may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Do not handle your camera. Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store these materials near flammable or explosive gases and liquids. Prevent damage to direct sunlight or high temperatures for... an extended period of time. Small parts may result in close to your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Do not handle the power supply cord or the charger during a thunderstorm...
...to the risk of an electric shock. This may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Do not handle your camera. Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store these materials near flammable or explosive gases and liquids. Prevent damage to direct sunlight or high temperatures for... an extended period of time. Small parts may result in close to your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Do not handle the power supply cord or the charger during a thunderstorm...
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... equipment. Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Avoid interference with any reason to suspect that could cause damage to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury. • Samsung is interfering with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. If you have any regulations that restrict the use of...
... equipment. Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Avoid interference with any reason to suspect that could cause damage to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury. • Samsung is interfering with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. If you have any regulations that restrict the use of...
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...connectors, and accessories. Health and safety information Do not touch the flash while it fires. When you use the AC charger, turn off the camera before you charge batteries. Do not use a damaged battery, or memory card. Information stored on the battery. Doing so may burn your skin...power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when you disconnect the power to malfunction. If the glass or acrylic parts are broken, visit a Samsung service center to come in fire or electric shock. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards,...
...connectors, and accessories. Health and safety information Do not touch the flash while it fires. When you use the AC charger, turn off the camera before you charge batteries. Do not use a damaged battery, or memory card. Information stored on the battery. Doing so may burn your skin...power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when you disconnect the power to malfunction. If the glass or acrylic parts are broken, visit a Samsung service center to come in fire or electric shock. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards,...
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...aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices. Do not expose the lens to cool down . • Prolonged usage of the camera may result in noise in the normal position. If the cable is not responsible for any loss of data. Avoid interference with other... infringe on open networks. • The camera manufacturer is normal and does not affect your photos. Data transference and your camera in your camera's overall performance. Health and safety information Check that the camera is operating properly before use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories. To prevent unwanted ...
...aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices. Do not expose the lens to cool down . • Prolonged usage of the camera may result in noise in the normal position. If the cable is not responsible for any loss of data. Avoid interference with other... infringe on open networks. • The camera manufacturer is normal and does not affect your photos. Data transference and your camera in your camera's overall performance. Health and safety information Check that the camera is operating properly before use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories. To prevent unwanted ...
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For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Annotation Mode indications Mode Smart Auto Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Lens Priority Smart Wi-Fi Indication t P A S M i s B 6 for example: Select 1 ĺ Quality (represents select 1, and then Quality). Page number of related information The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; Indications 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 Lens Priority Smart Wi-Fi Indication t P A S M i s B 6 for example: Select 1 ĺ Quality (represents select 1, and then Quality). Page number of related information The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual Icon [ ] ( ) ĺ * Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions Camera buttons.
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...Rule of Thirds...25 Photos with two subjects 26 Flash ...27 Flash guide number...27 Bounce Photography 28 Chapter 1 My Camera Getting started 30 Unpacking...30 Camera layout 31 Using the DIRECT LINK button 33 Inserting the battery and memory card 34 Removing the battery and memory card 34... Using the memory card adapter 34 Charging the battery and turning on your camera 35 Charging the battery 35 Turning on your camera 35 Performing the initial setup 36 Selecting functions (options 37 Selecting with buttons 37 Selecting by touch...37 Using ...
...Rule of Thirds...25 Photos with two subjects 26 Flash ...27 Flash guide number...27 Bounce Photography 28 Chapter 1 My Camera Getting started 30 Unpacking...30 Camera layout 31 Using the DIRECT LINK button 33 Inserting the battery and memory card 34 Removing the battery and memory card 34... Using the memory card adapter 34 Charging the battery and turning on your camera 35 Charging the battery 35 Turning on your camera 35 Performing the initial setup 36 Selecting functions (options 37 Selecting with buttons 37 Selecting by touch...37 Using ...
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... to send files 141 Uploading photos to online storage 141 Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link...... 142 Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct 144 Chapter 5 Camera settings menu User settings 146 ISO Customizing ...146 ISO Step...146 Auto ISO Range ...146 Noise Reduction ...146...on a 3D TV 159 Transferring files to your computer 160 Transferring files to your Windows OS computer 160 Connecting the camera as a removable disk 160 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP 161 Transferring files to your Mac OS 161 Using programs on a PC 163 Installing programs from the...
... to send files 141 Uploading photos to online storage 141 Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link...... 142 Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct 144 Chapter 5 Camera settings menu User settings 146 ISO Customizing ...146 ISO Step...146 Auto ISO Range ...146 Noise Reduction ...146...on a 3D TV 159 Transferring files to your computer 160 Transferring files to your Windows OS computer 160 Connecting the camera as a removable disk 160 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP 161 Transferring files to your Mac OS 161 Using programs on a PC 163 Installing programs from the...
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...Using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 167 Chapter 7 Appendix Error messages 169 Maintaining the camera 170 Cleaning the camera 170 Camera lens and display 170 Image sensor ...170 Camera body ...170 Using or storing the camera 171 Inappropriate places to use or store the camera 171 Using on beaches or shores 171 Storing for extended period of time... 171 Using the camera with caution in humid environments 172 Other cautions ...172 About memory card 173 Supported memory card 173 Memory card capacity 174 Cautions when using ...
...Using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 167 Chapter 7 Appendix Error messages 169 Maintaining the camera 170 Cleaning the camera 170 Camera lens and display 170 Image sensor ...170 Camera body ...170 Using or storing the camera 171 Inappropriate places to use or store the camera 171 Using on beaches or shores 171 Storing for extended period of time... 171 Using the camera with caution in humid environments 172 Other cautions ...172 About memory card 173 Supported memory card 173 Memory card capacity 174 Cautions when using ...
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Even if you right index finger on the shutter button. Holding the camera Hold the camera with a slow shutter speed, hold a camera correctly, the wrong posture can cause the camera to shake. When shooting with your right hand and place you hold your breath to maintain a steady base for your left hand under the lens for taking a good photo. Stand up straight and remain still to minimize body movement. Place your camera. Concepts in Photography Shooting postures A correct posture for stabilizing the camera is necessary for support. 13
Even if you right index finger on the shutter button. Holding the camera Hold the camera with a slow shutter speed, hold a camera correctly, the wrong posture can cause the camera to shake. When shooting with your right hand and place you hold your breath to maintain a steady base for your left hand under the lens for taking a good photo. Stand up straight and remain still to minimize body movement. Place your camera. Concepts in Photography Shooting postures A correct posture for stabilizing the camera is necessary for support. 13
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... hands and the display is not in use a tripod. Failing to do so may cause damage to your camera. • Be careful not to 45° downwards. • Keep the display closed when the camera is flipped upwards, use . • Tilt the display only within the angle allowed. Concepts in Photography Using... and touch the subject on the display. (p. 96) 2 Tilt the display from 180° upwards to damage the display when tilting it may damage your camera. 15
... hands and the display is not in use a tripod. Failing to do so may cause damage to your camera. • Be careful not to 45° downwards. • Keep the display closed when the camera is flipped upwards, use . • Tilt the display only within the angle allowed. Concepts in Photography Using... and touch the subject on the display. (p. 96) 2 Tilt the display from 180° upwards to damage the display when tilting it may damage your camera. 15
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High-angle shot A high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above your eyeline, looking down on the subject. 16 Concepts in Photography Low-angle shot A low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below your eyeline, looking up the subject.
High-angle shot A high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above your eyeline, looking down on the subject. 16 Concepts in Photography Low-angle shot A low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below your eyeline, looking up the subject.
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... Aperture opened wide 17 You can also use the exposure compensation feature to fine-tune the amount of light by subdividing exposure values into the camera. The size of the aperture is related to the amount of light doubles. Concepts in the aperture is 25 mm. (50 mm/25 mm=F2...
... Aperture opened wide 17 You can also use the exposure compensation feature to fine-tune the amount of light by subdividing exposure values into the camera. The size of the aperture is related to the amount of light doubles. Concepts in the aperture is 25 mm. (50 mm/25 mm=F2...
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..., the faster the shutter speed, the less light will be let in. On the other hand, a fast shutter speed allows less time to enter the camera. Likewise, the slower the shutter speed, the more easily freezes subjects in motion. Exposure +1 EV -1 EV 0.8 s 1s 1/2 s 1/4 s 1/8 s 1/15 s 1/30 s Shutter Speed 0.004 s 19 Usually, the...
..., the faster the shutter speed, the less light will be let in. On the other hand, a fast shutter speed allows less time to enter the camera. Likewise, the slower the shutter speed, the more easily freezes subjects in motion. Exposure +1 EV -1 EV 0.8 s 1s 1/2 s 1/4 s 1/8 s 1/15 s 1/30 s Shutter Speed 0.004 s 19 Usually, the...
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.... ISO sensitivity doubles as ISO standards. For example, an ISO 200 setting is based on a sunny day when light is recommended to enter the camera. However, in a dark place or at night. This sensitivity is capable of capturing images at twice the speed of the...can result in "noise"-small specks, spots, and other phenomena in a blurry photo. Because a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less sensitive to have an optimal exposure. On digital cameras, this sensitivity rating is best to use a low ISO setting to prevent noise in the quality and brightness according to...
.... ISO sensitivity doubles as ISO standards. For example, an ISO 200 setting is based on a sunny day when light is recommended to enter the camera. However, in a dark place or at night. This sensitivity is capable of capturing images at twice the speed of the...can result in "noise"-small specks, spots, and other phenomena in a blurry photo. Because a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less sensitive to have an optimal exposure. On digital cameras, this sensitivity rating is best to use a low ISO setting to prevent noise in the quality and brightness according to...
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... according to the settings. The results, however, change in shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity can control the graininess of time that enters the camera, while the shutter speed determines the length of a photo. Together, these three aspects are closely interconnected in expressing movement, aperture can control the depth of...
... according to the settings. The results, however, change in shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity can control the graininess of time that enters the camera, while the shutter speed determines the length of a photo. Together, these three aspects are closely interconnected in expressing movement, aperture can control the depth of...
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... DOF. Therefore, taking a photo close to a subject can result in Photography DOF depends on the distance between the subject and the camera The shorter the distance between the subject and the camera is better to capture a photo of low DOF. A telescope lens with a longer focal length than a wide-angle lens with a 100...
... DOF. Therefore, taking a photo close to a subject can result in Photography DOF depends on the distance between the subject and the camera The shorter the distance between the subject and the camera is better to capture a photo of low DOF. A telescope lens with a longer focal length than a wide-angle lens with a 100...
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...25 Rule of Thirds To use the rule of thirds, divide the image into a 3x3 pattern of thirds leads to a good composition. The camera adjusts the aperture to view the optical preview before capturing a photo. To compose photos that best emphasize the subject, make sure the subject is... beautiful, however, a poor composition cannot capture the beauty of world with a camera. Set the Custom button to Optical preview. (p. 150) Composition It is very important to capture a photo of the beauty of it is fun to ...
...25 Rule of Thirds To use the rule of thirds, divide the image into a 3x3 pattern of thirds leads to a good composition. The camera adjusts the aperture to view the optical preview before capturing a photo. To compose photos that best emphasize the subject, make sure the subject is... beautiful, however, a poor composition cannot capture the beauty of world with a camera. Set the Custom button to Optical preview. (p. 150) Composition It is very important to capture a photo of the beauty of it is fun to ...
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Chapter 1 My Camera Learn about your camera's layout, display icons, lens, optional accessories, and basic functions.
Chapter 1 My Camera Learn about your camera's layout, display icons, lens, optional accessories, and basic functions.