Samsung NX10 User Manual

This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read

this manual thoroughly.
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Contents
Basic functions
Basic shooting
User Manual Extended shooting functions
Playback/Editing
NX10 Camera settings menu
Appendixes
Health and safety information
Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak
performance of your camera.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight

Warning—situations that could cause injury to
yourself or others Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than
1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. Using the flash too
close to your subject’s eyes can cause temporary or
Caution—situations that could cause damage to permanent damage.
your camera or other equipment
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers
Note—notes, usage tips, or additional with care
information • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and
chargers. Incompatible batteries and chargers can
cause serious injuries or damage to your camera.
Safety warnings
• Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local
regulations when disposing of used batteries.
Do not use your camera near flammable or • Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating
explosive gases and liquids devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or
radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated.
Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles,
or flammable chemicals. Do not store or carry
flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the Safety precautions
same compartment as the camera or its accessories.
Handle and store your camera carefully and
Keep your camera away from small children and sensibly
pets
• Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can
Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach cause serious damage. Do not handle your camera
of small children and animals. Small parts may cause with wet hands. Water damage to your camera can
choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and void your manufacturer’s warranty.
accessories may present physical dangers as well.
• Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or temporary or permanent battery damage.
high temperatures for an extended period of • Prevent memory cards from making contact with
time. Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme liquids, dirt, or foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the
temperatures can cause permanent damage to your memory card clean with a soft cloth before inserting
camera’s internal components. in your camera.
• Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, • Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the
humid, or poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage memory card.
to moving parts and internal components. • Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to
• Remove the batteries from your camera when storing heavy impact or pressure.
it for an extended period of time. Installed batteries • Do not use memory cards that have been formatted
may leak or corrode over time and cause serious by other cameras or by a computer. Reformat the
damage to your camera. memory card with your camera.
• Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it • Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory
on beaches or in other similar areas. card.
• Protect your camera from impact, shock, bending, or
press of heavy goods when you connect either cable Use only Samsung-approved accessories
or power cord. It may damage your camera or cable
or cause by electric shock or fire.
• Exercise caution when connecting cables or adaptors
Using incompatible accessories may damage your
camera, cause injury, or void your warranty.
and installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing
the connectors, improperly connecting cables, or Protect your camera’s lens
improperly installing batteries and memory cards can
damage ports, connectors, and accessories. • Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may
discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
• Do not insert foreign objects into any of your
camera’s compartments, slots, or access points. • Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean
Damage due to improper use may not be covered by your lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.
your warranty.
• Do not use broken power cord, plug, or wall-outlet. It Important usage information
may cause by electric shock or fire.
Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards Allow only qualified personnel to service your
from damage camera
• Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the
cold or very hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or camera or attempt to service the camera yourself. Any
above 40º C/104º F). Extreme temperatures can damage that results from unqualified service is not
reduce the charging capacity of your batteries and
can cause memory cards to malfunction. covered by your warranty.
• Prevent batteries from making contact with metal
objects, as this can create a connection between Ensure maximum battery and charger life
the + and – terminals of your battery and lead to • Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After
charging is finished, disconnect the cable from your
camera.
Organization of the user manual
• Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must
be recharged before use. Basic functions 12
• Disconnect chargers from power sources when not Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and
in use. basic functions for shooting.
• Use batteries only for their intended purpose.
Basic shooting 37
Exercise caution when using the camera in
humid environments Learn how to take a photo by selecting a
mode and how to record a video.
When transferring the camera from a cold environment
to a warm and humid one, condensation can form on
the delicate electronic circuitry and memory card. In Extended shooting functions 49
this situation, wait for at least 1 hour until all moisture Learn about the options you can set in
has evaporated before using the camera.

shooting mode. By using the shooting options,
Check that the camera is operating properly you can enjoy more customized pictures and
before use movies.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any
loss of files or damage that may result from camera Playback/Editing 76
malfunction or improper use. Learn how to play back photos, videos, and
edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to
Copyright information
connect your camera to your computer, photo
• Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are printer, TV, or HDTV.
registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition Camera settings menu 100
Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licencing LLC. The camera use environment can be set to a
• QuickTime® and QuickTime® logo are trademarks desired state by using the setup menu.
or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.,
used under licence. Appendixes 106
• Camera specifications or contents of this manual Refer to settings, error messages,
may be changed without prior notice due to specifications, and maintenance tips.
upgrade of camera functions.
• For Open Source License information, refer to the
“OpenSourceInfo.pdf” in the provided CD-ROM.
Indications used in this manual The diagram below reflects the actual shooting mode
dial on the camera body.
Shooting mode Marking Your desired shooting mode can be selected by
Smart Auto rotating the shooting mode dial.
Program The diagram below shows the status has been
Aperture Priority changed to ( ).
Shutter Speed Priority

Manual Currently
Night selected
shooting
Portrait
mode
Landscape
5 Scene
Movie
Directional Keys in the User's Manual
When explaining the steps needed for navigating the
menu, the up, down, left and right directional arrows
Shooting mode explanation shown next to the title are shown below.
This shows that the functions explained can only be []
selected from within the shooting mode. In the case
of the mode, this corresponds to only part of AF MF
the scene.
[] WB []
Ex) Adjusting exposure (brightness)
ISO
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
(Program),
The images can be taken bright or dark according to the
(Aperture []
amount of light. In this case, appropriate adjustment can priority),
be made by controlling the amount of light entered into Ex) Executing the 'Play' mode
the lens. (Shutter priority),
(Night), The user can check saved pictures and movies.
(Portrait),
(Landscape),
1 Press [ ]
(Scene), or
• Show most recently saved files.
 Applying - 0  Applying + (Movie) mode. 2 Check the following pictures sequentially by
using [].
Menu display used in this manual Icons used in this manual
Menu display of the photo shooting mode Symbol Explanation
Additional information about the function
1 2 3 1 1 2 3
Safety warnings and precautions
Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter]
[ ]
Shooting 1( 1) Shooting 3( 3) Setting 1( 1) Setting 3( 3) (represents the shutter button)
Shooting 2( 2) User setup ( 1) Setting 2( 2) ( ) Shows the reference page
Display when selecting a menu or option within
Menu display of the movie shooting mode the step
→ Example: Select Shooting 1 ( 1) → Quality.
(represents select Shooting 1 ( 1), and then
1 2 3 1 1 2 3

Quality)
* Comment explaining symbols
MENU OK
Shooting 1( 1) Shooting 3( 3)
Shooting 2( 2)
Abbreviations used in this manual
Abbreviations Explanation
Ex) Setting the image quality of movie file
AF (Auto Focus) Auto focus
1 Set the mode dial to . BKT (Bracketing) Bracketing
2 Press [MENU] DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Printing order mark
MENU OK
3 Select Shooting1 ( 1) → Quality EV (Exposure Value) Exposure value
Optical image
4 Select a desired image quality OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
stabilization
ISO (International Standard for color
Film sensitivity
negative film)
WB (White Balance) White balance
Expressions used in this manual
Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness)

• Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway The amount of light that enters your camera
down determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure
• Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down with shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO speed.
By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker
or lighter.
Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]
Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)

Subject, background, and composition
• Subject: the main object of a scene, such as a
person, animal, or still life
• Background: the objects around the subject
• Composition: the combination of a subject and
background
Background
Composition
Subject
Quick reference
Taking photos of people Taking photos of text, insects, • Viewing files by category in
or flowers
Smart Album  79
• mode → Beauty Shot 46 • mode → Close-up shot 38 • Deleting all files on the
• Red-eye reduction 55 • Using the White Balance 66 memory card  81
• Face Detection AF 62 • Viewing files as a slide show
 82
Adjusting the exposure
Taking photos at night or in (brightness) • Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
the dark  90
• ISO speed setting 58
• Connecting your camera to a

• mode 44 • Adjusting exposure 64
computer  91
• Flash setting options 54 • Metering 65
• ISO speed setting 58 • BRK(Bracketing) 72 • Adjusting sound and volume
 102
• Adjusting the brightness of the
Taking action photos
Applying a different effect display  102
• Changing the display language
• mode 41  102
• Picture Wizard 73
• Continuous, Burst shooting 71
• Photo Style 86 • Setting the date and time
 104
• Formatting the memory card
Reducing camera shake  103
• Troubleshooting  112
• Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) 34
Contents
Basic functions .................................................... 12 Setting the automatic/manual focus function............ 33
Zooming ................................................................... 33
Unpacking................................................................. 13 Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) ............................... 34
Title and role of each part.......................................... 14 Using the OIS in the menu option ............................ 35
Diopter adjustment dial/eye-cup/Status lamp........... 16 Depth preview .......................................................... 36
Description for each part of the lens ......................... 17
Preparations before shooting .................................... 18 Basic shooting ..................................................... 37
Charging the battery ................................................. 18
Installing the battery.................................................. 19 Using the Smart Auto mode ...................................... 38
Installing the memory card........................................ 20 Using the Program mode .......................................... 39
Mounting/dismounting the lens ................................ 21

Connecting the strap ................................................ 22
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority,
or Manual mode ........................................................ 40
Turning on the power and initialization ....................... 23 Using the Aperture Priority mode.............................. 40
Icons ........................................................................ 25 Aperture value .......................................................... 40
Option/menu selection method ................................. 26 Using the Shutter Priority mode ................................ 41
Using the dial............................................................ 26 Shutter speed........................................................... 41
Using [Fn] ................................................................. 27 Using the Manual mode ........................................... 42
Setting the display and sound ................................... 28 Using the Night/Portrait/Landscape mode ................ 44
Changing the display type ........................................ 28 Using the night mode ............................................... 44
Setting user display .................................................. 29 Using the portrait mode ............................................ 44
Setting the sound ..................................................... 29 Using the landscape mode....................................... 44
Simple picture-taking method ................................... 30 Using the Scene mode.............................................. 45
Tips for getting a clearer photo.................................. 31 Using the Beauty Shot mode .................................. 46
Holding your camera correctly .................................. 31 Recording a Movie .................................................... 47
Image stabilization .................................................... 31 Setting the aperture value ......................................... 47
Half-pressing the shutter button ............................... 31 To fade out the screen .............................................. 47
Preventing your subject from being out of focus....... 32 Using the Wind Cut .................................................. 48
Contents
Extended shooting functions ............................... 49 Brightness and color adjustment of picture ............... 64
Adjusting the exposure (brightness) .......................... 64
Setting the resolution and quality............................... 50 Exposure adjustment................................................ 64
Setting a resolution ................................................... 50 Changing the brightness measurement method ....... 65
Setting the image quality of the picture ..................... 51 Setting the white balance ......................................... 66
Setting the quality of movie....................................... 51 Color space .............................................................. 69
Noise reduction ........................................................ 52 Smart range ............................................................. 70
Using the timer function ............................................ 53 Changing the shooting method ................................. 71
Setting the timer function.......................................... 53 Successive shooting method and timer setup .......... 71
Taking a picture in a dark place ................................. 54
10
Detailed bracket setup ............................................. 72
Using the flash popup button ................................... 54 Special effect/photo retouching................................. 73
Setting the flash option ............................................. 54 Picture wizard ........................................................... 73
Using the red-eye fix function ................................... 55 Key Mapping ............................................................. 75
1st Curtain, 2nd Curtain ........................................... 55 Setting the Key Mapping .......................................... 75
Adjusting the amount of flash light ............................ 56
Using an external flash unit (purchased separately) .. 57
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity...................................... 58
Focusing methods .................................................... 59
Changing the Focusing methods.............................. 59
AF Priority ................................................................. 59
Using the AF assist light ........................................... 60
Changing the focus area .......................................... 60
Setting the focus of the selected area ...................... 61
Face detection .......................................................... 62
Normal face detection .............................................. 62
Self-portrait face detection ....................................... 63
Contents
Playback/Editing .................................................. 76 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ....... 99
Play (picture/movie) ................................................... 77 Camera settings menu....................................... 100

Viewing pictures in the play mode ............................ 77
View files in the smart album by category ................. 79 Camera settings menu ............................................ 101
Converting into the thumbnail view ........................... 79 Sound .................................................................... 102
File protection ........................................................... 80 Display.................................................................... 102
Deleting a file ............................................................ 80 Normal setup 1....................................................... 103
Enlargement/reduction ............................................. 82 Normal setup 2....................................................... 104
View a movie ............................................................ 83 Normal setup 3....................................................... 105
11 Picture editing ........................................................... 85

Cha.nging the resolution........................................... 85 Appendixes ........................................................ 106
Rotating.................................................................... 85
Error messages ....................................................... 107
Red-eye fix ............................................................... 86
Camera maintenance .............................................. 108
Adjusting the backlight ............................................. 86
Cleaning your camera............................................. 108
Picture style .............................................................. 86
About memory cards.............................................. 109
Face retouching........................................................ 86
About the battery.................................................... 110
Setting the print info (DPOF) ..................................... 87
Before contacting a service center .......................... 112
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV ................................... 89
Camera specifications ............................................. 115
Transferring files to your computer ............................ 91
Lens specifications .................................................. 119
For Windows users .................................................. 91
Accessories (optional items) .................................... 120
For Mac users .......................................................... 94
Using Samsung Master ............................................ 95 Index ....................................................................... 122
Using the Samsung RAW Converter ......................... 96
Correcting the exposure ........................................... 97
Handling the JPEG/TIFF files as you edit RAW files .. 98
Saving the RAW files into JPEG or TIFF format ........ 98
Basic functions
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for
shooting.
Unpacking …………………………………………………13
Title and role of each part ………………………………14
Preparations before shooting ……………………………18
Turning on the power and initialization …………………23
Option/menu selection method …………………………26
Setting the display and sound……………………………28
Simple picture-taking method ……………………………30
Tips for getting a clearer photo …………………………31
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Camera (Body cap, Software installation

eye-cup, Hot-shoe USB cable Battery Strap CD (including user's
1 cover included) manual)
Charger/AC power
Quick Start Manual
cable
The image of components or optional parts can differ from that of actual products.
For more information about optional items, see “Accessories(optional items).” (p. 120)
Title and role of each part
Mode dial (p. 5)
Drive mode button (p. 71)
Hot-shoe
Green button* cover (p. 58)
Dial (p. 26) Hot-shoe (p. 58)

Shutter button (p. 7) Diopter adjustment
dial (p. 16)
Built-in flash
Power switch (p. 23) (p. 54)
1 AF-assist light Flash button

(p. 54)
/timer lamp (p. 60)
Lens mount index Strap holder
(p. 21) (p. 22)
Depth preview button
(p. 36) Lens removal
Lens mount (p. 21) button (p. 21)
Body cap (p. 21)

Image Sensor
DC-IN port
HDMI port (p. 90)

* Use the green button [ ].
The following setup values are initialized if the button is pushed once in the standby state Shutter release
for shooting. connection port
Program shift / Detailed setup of picture wizard / Fine tuning of white balance / Color Temp. USB/AV OUT Port
setting value / Adjusting the colors of screen menu / Timer / Flash EV / When selecting or setting (p. 92)
AF, shift the changed focus area to the center / Bracketing setup
Eye-cup (p. 16)

Viewfinder
MENU button (p. 26) AEL button (p. 75)
EV button (p. 42)

Eye sensor*
15 Display
Status lamp (p. 16)
DISP button (p. 28)
Function(Fn) button (p. 27)
Direction key (p. 5)
Tripod mount Memory card cover
Delete/Picture wizard
button (p. 80)
Playback Battery chamber

button (p. 77) cover (p. 19)
Memory card
* Use of eye sensor
slot
Because the eye sensor enables the automatic conversion
between the display and the electronic view-finder (EVF), the
shooting information is shown on the viewfinder of the camera
as soon as the user uses the viewfinder. Do not overlap the eye
sensor with your hands or other materials.
Diopter adjustment dial/Eye-cup/

Status lamp
Use of Diopter adjustment dial Status lamp

It is possible to adjust the In the case of saving a picture or
viewfinder appropriate for the shooting a movie, this shows the
eyesight of user. operating status of the camera by
If the image is not shown clearly blinking the status indicator lamp
1
through the viewfinder, move • Blinking: When saving photos,
the eyesight adjustment dial in recording movies, being read by
Eyesight the left/right direction to have a Status lamp a computer or printer.
adjustment dial clear view. • Steady: When there is no data
transfer or when connecting to a
computer or printer is complete.
Removal of Eye-cup
When the camera is shipped,
the eyecup is attached to the
viewfinder. Push the Eye-cup
up as shown in the figure for
removal.
Eye-cup
Description for each part of the lens
Lens
contacts
Lens mount
connecting
1 point
Zoom ring
Lens hood
mount
Lens AF/MF switch

(p. 33)
OIS switch
(p. 34)
Focus ring
(p. 32)
• When purchasing the lens separately, please contact a service center to check the models compatible for use.
• This user manual was prepared based on the SAMSUNG 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OIS lens. Please refer to the lens user manual for
more information about the lens.
Preparations before shooting
Charging the battery
Please charge the battery fully before using this
product. CHARGE AC power cord
INSERT
Please make the connections as in the following ﬁgure.
1 INSERT
Charging lamp
2
INSERT
18
Charger
Color of charge lamp Charging status

• To remove the battery from the charger, lift slightly in Red Charging
the direction of the arrow.
Green Fully charged
• Please use designated charger or batteries for proper
use. SAMSUNG is not responsible for any accident Turned off, or Yellow Charging error
that may occur from using a product other than
designated.
Installing the battery
1 3
1 Open by Close by
pushing in the pushing down
direction of the in the direction
arrow of the arrow.
When taking out the battery, slightly pull down on the
2 lock lever. The battery may then be removed.
Lock lever
Installing the memory card
1 3
0
After checking
the direction of • When taking out the memory card, you can remove it
2 metal terminal,
you can insert
by slightly pushing in the direction of insertion.
• Please do not remove the memory card or battery
while the status indicator lamp is blinking. It may
the memory
cause loss or data or product damage.
card.
Mounting/dismounting the lens Dismounting the lens

Please remove the lens mount cover and body cap
prior to the installation of lens.
After matching the lens mount index (red) of camera
body with the point (red) of lens mount, join the lens by
turning the lens clockwise until it clicks. When removing
the lens, turn the lens counter clockwise while holding
down the lens dismount button.
1 Before mounting the lens
• Mounting or dismounting the lens while the

camera is powered off is desirable to ensure the
stable operation of the lens.
• SAMSUNG is not responsible for any accident,
damage or trouble caused by using other
Lens mounting
company's lens.
• The body cap protects the product from scratch
or dust while transporting.
Lens mount
connecting • Changing lenses should be made in an
point environment clean of foreign particles. Foreign
particles within the body or lens of camera may
cause a product defect.
• When mounting the lens, please do not touch
the inner part of the camera with your finger. Any
dust or foreign particles within the camera may
cause an impact on image quality or defect.
Connecting the strap

By connecting the strap to the body, the user can conveniently carry the camera.

Turning on the power and initialization
When turning the power on/off, please set the power
switch to ON/OFF.
1 Press [] to select Language and then
press [ ].
When turning on the power for the first time, you may
be asked to set the language and date. 2 Press [///] to set desired
language option and then press [ ].
2 Date & Time • The screen appears in the language
Date 2009 1 1 selected.
Time Zone
Time 00 : 00 2 Date & Time
Language English Date 2009 1 1
MENU Exit OK Change

Time Zone
Time
Language
00 : 00
English
MENU Exit OK Change
3 Press [/] to select Date and then

press [ ].
4 Press [///] to set desired date
and then press [ ].
2 Date & Time
Date 2009 1 1
Time Zone
Time 00 : 00
Language English
MENU Exit OK Change

5 Press [] to select Time Zone and then 11 Press [MENU] to finish setting.
press [ ].
6 Set a desired world time zone by
pressing [/].
2 Time Zone
London
[GMT +00:00] 2009/01/01 01:10 AM
MENU Back DST
7 To set the daylight saving time, press [].

Press [] again to disable.
8 Press [ ] to save.
9 Press [] to select Time and then press
[ ].
10 Set desired time by pressing
[///], and then press [ ].
2 Date & Time
Date 2009 1 1
Time Zone
Time 00 : 00
Language English
MENU Exit OK Change

All the details shown on the view finder will appear identically on the display.
By using the live view function, the user can take a picture conveniently without having to look through the viewfinder.
The icons shown on the screen are for when the OIS and AF/MF switches on the lens are in use.
Icons
A B
14M 12:00AM 2010.01.01 Information display Shooting option display(left)
B SF C Shooting mode 14M Size
Movie shooting mode Movie size
ISO Focus checking SF Image quality
RGB
Flash Movie quality
15 Shutter speed Focus area
5
OIS
Flash
A
- +
15 F3.5 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 AEL
AFL 0001 F3.5 Aperture value
-
3 2 1 0 1 2
+
3
Adjusted value of Flash light adjustment
exposure RGB Color space
AEL/AFL setting
Smart range
0001 Possible no. of shots
OIS OIS
Battery information
Voice recording
Displays no-insertion
Fader
of memory card
Warning of camera Wind Cut
shake
C
12:00AM 2010.01.01 Time, date and year info Shooting option display(right)
Focus indicator
Drive mode
〔〕 Spot metering area
Timer
AF zone AF mode
Histogram White balance
Grid display White balance adjustment
ISO
ISO
The display shows the icons for the currently selected option.
Metering option
Picture wizard
Option/menu selection method
When pressing [MENU], you can select a desired option or menu by pushing [/] or [ ].
1 Press [MENU] in the shooting mode. Using the dial

The user may change the menu setting's value by either
2 You can select a desired option or menu using the dial or move the menu screen to a desired
by pressing [///] or [ ]. direction. For example when taking a picture in the
shutter speed priority mode, this allows you to quickly
OK button, AF/MF setting, menu movement () adjust the desired shutter speed.
Setting Selection AF
Example. Using the dial in the S mode
AF MF
1 Set the mode dial to S.
2 Adjust the shutter speed by turning the
Metering WB White balance dial.
method setting, menu • The aperture value is set automatically
setting, movement () according to the shutter speed being set.
menu ISO
movement
()
ISO setting, menu movment ()
3 To save selected option or menu, press [ ].

Return to the previous step.
To return to the previous step, press [MENU].
The user can return to the state of shooting by pressing

[Shutter].
Option/menu selection method
Using [Fn] 6 Press [].

By using the [Fn] function of camera body, the user can
enter into the major functions such as Quality, Size, AF area, 7 Set the amount of flash light by using the
Flash, Color Space, Smart Range, and OIS. [/] or dial.
• This allows adjusting the amount of flash
Example. Flash setting in the P mode
light up to ±2 levels.
1 Set the mode dial to P.
Fill in
2 Press the [Fn] button on the body of
camera. -1
0
+1
Display the
-2 +2
level of flash
3 Select Flash by using the [/] or dial. light adjustment
Flash
14M SF RGB OIS
0
-1 +1
-2 +2 8 Align your subject in the frame and half-

press [Shutter] to focus.
9 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.
14M SF RGB OIS
4 Press [].
5 Set the flash menu option by using the
[/] or dial.
Setting the display and sound
Learn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences.
Changing the display type Viewing the function descriptions of menu

You can select the display method of icons and option 1 In the Shooting mode, press [MENU].
items shown while in shooting and play mode.
2 Select the desired menu option.
Press [DISP] repeatedly.
• Press and hold [DISP]. The function
descriptions of selected menu appears on
the screen.
DISP button
? Photo Size

14M 09:45 2009.01.01
SF Resolution and H/V ratio of images can be set.

DISP
ISO
RGB
AF - MF
WB
OIS ISO
- +
20 F3.7 3 2 1 0 1 2 3
0001
• Display all the shooting information except for

User Display setting values.
Shooting • Display all the shooting modes set by user. (p. 29)
mode • Hide all the information except for shooting
mode, shutter speed, aperture value, exposure,
number of available shots, battery information.
• Display the meta information for shooting.
• Display the RGB histogram, currently selected
Playback option and date set.
mode • Display the information regarding to shutter
speed, aperture value, ISO, file in play and total
number of files saved.
Setting the display and sound
Setting user display Setting the sound

You can set or remove the shooting information display.
The user can set the sound that is made when
1 Press [MENU] in the shooting mode. manipulating the camera.
2 Select User setup ( 1) → User Display
→ an option.
1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press
[MENU].
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SF
Grid
2 Select Setup2( 2) → Sound → System
Volume → an option.
RGB
ISO
Icon
No signal sound is made

Off when [ ] is pressed.
OIS
- + Signal sound is made when
20 F3.7 3 2 1 0 1 2 3
0001 Low, Medium, High [ ] is pressed.
Histogram
Icon
About histogram 3 Press [MENU] to return to the previous
Histogram refers to the graph that shows the brightness mode.
distribution of picture. This represents a dark picture
if the graph is inclined to the left and if the graph is
leaning to the right, this represents a bright picture. The
height of graph is related to the color information and
the graph gets higher if a specific color is distributed
more.
▲ Insufficient exposure ▲ Relevant exposure ▲ Excessive exposure

Simple picture-taking method
The user can take a picture conveniently by minimizing the need of user setup.
1 Rotate the mode dial to . 3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

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SMART
RGB
OIS
SMART WHITE
0001
0 2 Align your subject in the frame.

All the details shown on the view finder will
● Green: Focus is set.
● Red: Focus is not set.
appear identically on the display.
• Please refer to the "Tips for getting a clearer
photo" (p. 31) to take a clear picture.
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• Press [ ] to see the saved images on the
screen.
RGB
OIS
SMART WHITE
0001
Tips for getting a clearer photo
Holding your camera correctly Half-pressing the shutter button
Please make sure In order to check in

that your hand, advance whether the
hair and strap do focus of composition is set
not interfere with appropriately, please use
the lens or flash. the half-shutter function. If
you press the shutter half-
1
way down, the focus and
exposure will be adjusted
automatically.
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Focus frame
Image stabilization ISO • If green, take
RGB
the picture by
• To avoid the blurring effect of OIS
pressing the
camera shake, set the optical
- + [Shutter].
125 F3.5 3 2 1 0 1 2 3
0001
Image Stabilization(OIS) • If red, either
function.(p.34) change the
Showing the shutter
composition or
speed and aperture
adjust the focus
value being set
again since the
focus is not
correctly set.
Preventing your subject from being out of focus
Under the following circumstances, it may be difficult to

get your subject in focus when.
• When the color contrast is not clear
(when someone is wearing clothes similar in color to the background) Using the manual focus
• When the subject is in front of a strong backlight
• When the subject generates strong reflected light When the auto focus function does not operate
• When there is a horizontally repeated line pattern like a window blinds normally due to the environmental factors, the focus
• When the subject is not located in the center can be adjusted manually by setting the focus method
• When there is a flat white wall which does not include the specific to Manual Focus.
patterns.
For user convenience, this product shows the image
• When there is a fast moving subject.
• When the subject is too close to the camera. expanded on the screen while user turns the focus ring
in the photo shooting mode. If the focus is adjusted by
using the expanded image, the focus can be adjusted

more accurately.
• By using the control level of [AF/MF], the focus

can be adjusted manually.
• If the lens doesn't have AF/MF switch, you
Please try to use the focus lock function. can set Manual Focus option in the AF mode
Adjust the focus by using the half-shutter function where the menu.
focus can be made easily. Then, simply press the [Shutter] • The selectable option may differ according to
button after moving the camera to a desired composition. Keep the lens in use.
pressing and holding down the half-shutter until you actually
make a photo shot. • When adjusting the focus manually, the
picture may appear blurred if the focus not set
accurately. Please take a picture after setting the
focus accurately.
• When using the manual focus function,
the AF Area is not available to use.
• In the movie shooting mode, you can not set
the focus by using the expanded image.
Under the half-shutter state, press the [AEL] button of the

camera to fix the exposure value and focus information at the
same time according to the setting. To cancel the function, press
the [AEL] button once more. (p. 75)
Setting the automatic/manual focus function Zooming
The focus can be adjusted automatically or manually by Using the zoom ring, you can enlarge (telephoto angle)
using the AF/MF switch on the side of the lens. or reduce (wide angle) the size of an image by changing
the focal length value of the camera lens.
1 Use of automatic focus Adjust it to the desired size and take the picture.
Set the AF/MF switch of the lens to AF.
The focus is adjusted automatically if 1 Turn the zoom ring to the left/right after
checking the focus to the subject.
pressing half of the shutter button.
 According to the changed focal length, the
2 Use of manual focus subject may appear enlarged or reduced.
Set the AF/MF switch of the lens to MF. 2 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.
The focus can be adjusted manually by
turning the focus ring.
There may be lens models that do not have the AF/MF Since the focus can be slightly changed when zooming in
switch. Please consider when purchasing lens. (p.59) or out, it is recommended to adjust the focus again prior to
taking a picture.
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
When using the optical image stabilization (OIS) function Using the OIS switch of lens
in taking pictures, the user can accurately focus The OIS function can be used only in the case that the
pictures since this function minimizes camera shaking. lens in use has the OIS function.
To use this function, please set [OIS] to ON.
OIS
ON
▲ Before applying OIS ▲ After applying OIS
OFF
Using the OIS in the menu option
After setting the OIS switch, select the OIS function in

• The OIS function may not be applied well in the
the menu option
following cases.
- When taking a picture while tracing a moving
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU]. object
2 Select Shooting3 ( 3/ 3) → OIS → - When a big vibration occurs beyond the range of
stabilization
an option.
- When the shutter speed is too slow due to a
The OIS function is applied only when circumstance like night shooting
Mode 1 - When the battery capacity is not sufficient
OIS pressing the shutter in full or half.
- When having a close-up shot
OIS Mode 2 The OIS function is always applied. • When using a tripod, please disable the OIS function
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since the image can be shaken due to the vibration
of OIS function.
• If the camera is shocked when taking a picture, the
display can be shaken. In this case, the camera may
operate normally if the camera is powered off and
on again.
• Since the battery consumption can increase along
with the use of OIS function, it is recommended to
use the function only if needed.
• To set the OIS function by using the menu, set
[OIS] of lens to ON. This function may not operate
depending on the lens model.
• The function can be set directly by pressing [Fn] in
the shooting mode.
Depth preview
When you are not using the depth preview function, you can only see the subject through the camera in the condition of
the maximum aperture (minimum f-number) in the shooting mode.
If you use the depth of field checking function before taking picture, you can conveniently check the depth of field in
advance.
1 Press the [Depth Preview] in the shooting What is the depth of field?
mode. When you focus on a specific subject, there is a range
in which objects closer and further away will also be in
focus. This focused range is called the depth of field.
The wider the wide-angle lens, the higher the aperture
value, the greater the depth of field.

For example, the aperture stop, f 11 is higher than f 2.8.
Depth
preview
button Current position of the subject
2 You can check the depth of field result 10 meters 6 meters 4 meters 2 meters 1 meters
actually taken through the display and  This refer to an appropriate range of
viewfinder. focus when the depth of field is deep.
You can set the function of a button differently by using the Current position of the subject
Key Mapping menu option. (p. 75)
10 meters 6 meters 4 meters 2 meters 1 meters
 This refer to an appropriate range of

focus when the depth of field is shallow.
Basic shooting
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video.
Using the Smart Auto mode ………………………… 38

Using the Program mode …………………………… 39
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority,
or Manual mode ……………………………………… 40
Using the Night/Portrait/Landscapee mode ……… 44
Using the Scene mode ……………………………… 45
Recording a Movie …………………………………… 47
Using the Smart Auto mode
The smart auto mode allows taking pictures under an optimized condition since the camera recognizes various
photographing conditions automatically. Therefore, even a beginner can use the camera easily.
1 Rotate the mode dial to . Close-up character shot

Sunset shot
2 Align your subject in the frame.
• If the camera sets a desired shot Blue sky shot
composition, it detects the scene Nature shot such as forest and leaves
automatically and shows the
corresponding mode icon on the display. Close-up shot for the subject with various colors
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Close-up portrait shot

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After fixing to a fixture like tripod, proceed with

the shot under the condition that the subject does
SMART The corresponding not move for a while.
RGB mode icon is Taking pictures under the condition that the
displayed according subject moves much
OIS to the scene
0001 detected.
• When the camera does not detect the shooting
SMART WHITE
environment, the camera takes the picture with the

basic settings of the mode .
Outdoor landscape shot • Even after detecting the face, the camera may not
recognize the portrait mode according to the direction
Highly bright background shot and brightness of face.
• The camera may recognize the same scene differently
Night landscape shot according to the photographing environment such as
light, camera shaking, subject distance.
Outdoor portrait shot at night • The camera may not recognize in the mode
according to the movement of subject even though
Backlight landscape shot without a man a tripod is used.
Portrait shot under backlight
Portrait shot 3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.
Close-up shot 4 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.
Using the Program mode
In the program mode, the shutter speed and aperture value are automatically adjusted maintaining the correct
brightness.
1 Rotate the mode dial to P. What is the program shift method?
2 Set options. If this function is used, desired shutter speed and

aperture value can be selected while maintaining the
• For a list of options, refer to “Extended same brightness. The shutter speed and aperture value
shooting functions.”(p. 49) are changed as in the following rules.
The available aperture numbers for exposure setting is
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different depending on the lens model.
SF
Dial direction Changing the exposure value

RGB
ISO
Left
Decreased shutter speed + increased
aperture
OIS
Increased shutter speed + decreased
15 F3.5
- +
0001 Right
aperture
3 2 1 0 1 2 3
3 Align your subject in the frame and half-

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode
By using the aperture value of adjusting light volume and shutter speed, you can take pictures of desired exposure.
As for the shooting modes that allows adjusting the aperture value and shutter speed, there are the aperture priority
mode, shutter speed priority mode, and manual mode.
Using the Aperture Priority mode Aperture value

The Aperture Priority mode allows you to manually The aperture value of a lens can be adjusted to control
set the aperture value while the camera automatically the amount of light reaching the image sensor. When
selects an appropriate shutter speed. opening the aperture (reduce the aperture value),
objects closer and further away than the focused
1 Rotate the mode dial to A. subject will be out of focus. When closing the aperture
2 Rotate the dial to adjust the aperture (increase the aperture value), the range in focus
0 value.
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expands forward and backward.
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ISO
RGB
OIS
- +
A 20 F3.5
F4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3
0001
▲ Increased aperture ▲ Reduced aperture
value (narrow open) value (wide open)
3 Set options.
• For a list of options, refer to “Extended
shooting functions.”(p. 49)

Using the Shutter Priority mode Shutter speed

The Shutter Priority mode allows you to manually set Shutter speed is the length of time the shutter is open.
the shutter speed while the camera automatically You can enjoy many interesting effects by adjusting the
selects an appropriate aperture value. shutter speed. A low shutter speed blurs motion on the
image. You can feel the speed in the picture when the
1 Rotate the mode dial to S. low shutter speed is used for a shot.
2 Rotate the dial to adjust the shutter A fast shutter speed is essential for capturing the
movement. A faster shutter speed froze the subject in
speed.
its movement.
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ISO
RGB
OIS
▲ Slow shutter speed ▲ Fast shutter speed

- +
S 250 F3.7 3 2 1 0 1 2 3
0001
3 Set options.
• For a list of options, refer to “Extended

Using the Manual mode

In the manual mode, you can take pictures by setting
various shot options directly including the shutter speed
and aperture value.
1 Rotate the mode dial to M. 4 Setting desired shooting option

2 Rotate the dial to adjust the shutter • For a list of options, refer to “Extended
speed.
3 Rotate the dial to adjust the aperture value
while press and hold the [EV].
Dial • In case of P (program), S (shutter priority), or A
(aperture priority) mode, the display is shown in red
for each part beyond the range of expousre.
P mode: The red sign is shown for the shutter speed
and aperture value.
S mode: The red sign is shown for the shutter speed.
A mode: The red sign is shown for the aperture value.
EV button • The ISO speed cannot be set automatically in the
M(manual) mode.
Using the bulb exposure

• For the image stabilization at the time of taking
By using the bulb exposure, you can set the shutter pictures in the bulb exposure mode, it is
speed as long as you want. recommended to use a reliable tripod or shutter
release (purchased separately).
1 Rotate the mode dial to M. • If you use a long shutter speed, the time taken
to save images gets longer as well. This is not a
2 Rotate the dial and set the shutter speed problem of the product and you do not need to
to Bulb. replace the battery.
• When taking pictures for a long time by using the
• Bulb exposure indication appears next to
bulb shot function, we recommend to use the camera
the shutter speed of 30"(seconds).
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after fully charging the battery.
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• When taking pictures in the mode of bulb exposure,
noise can occur in case of long-time exposure.
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Hence, it is recommended to set the noise reduction
function.
ISO
The noise reduction function operates when the
RGB shutter speed is set longer than 4 seconds.
• When using the bulb exposure function, the
OIS successive shooting function can not be used.
Bulb F3.5 00'00'' 0173 • The ISO speed cannot be set to AUTO when using
the bulb exposure function.
3 To adjust the aperture value, press and
hold the [EV] while rotating the dial.
• The exposure time continues until you
finish holding the [Shutter]. Press and
hold the [Shutter] for desired time. As
soon as you finish holding the [Shutter],
the shooting is complete.
Using the Night/Portrait/Landscape mode
Using the night mode Using the portrait mode
When using the night mode, you can use the optimal In the portrait mode, the optimal effect can be obtained
exposure value for a dark environment. when taking a portrait shot.
1 Rotate the mode dial to . 1 Rotate the mode dial to .

2 Align your subject in the frame and half- 2 Align your subject in the frame and half-
press [Shutter] to focus. press [Shutter] to focus.
3 Press [Shutter] to take a photo. 3 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.
In the night mode, it is recommended to use a In the portrait mode, the focus area is automatically
set to the face as it is set to the Face Detection
tripod, shutter release or Timer function to minimize
camera shaking (purchased separately). AF mode automatically.
Using the landscape mode

This mode can be useful when a clear focus for a
natural landscape is needed.
1 Rotate the mode dial to .

In the landscape mode, the shutter speed is
adjusted automatically according to the aperture
value.
It is recommended to use a tripod in the case of a
slow shutter speed setting.
Using the Scene mode
Since an appropriate option is set in advance by the scene, the shot can be taken conveniently by selecting a scene
appropriate for the situation.
1 Rotate the mode dial to .

2 Select a scene.
 Press [MENU] to select a scene. You can
select a desired scene.
 For the Beauty Shot mode, see “Using the
Beauty Shot mode.”
5 1 Beauty Shot
MENU Back OK Set

When the camera is set to standby mode while the mode

dial is set to , you can directly select a desired scene
by pressing [Fn].
Using the Scene mode
Using the Beauty Shot mode

In the beauty shot mode, you can take pictures by
retouching the skin smooth and blemish-free.
1 Rotate the mode dial to . 7 Set options.

2 Press [MENU].  Select a higher setting to make skin tone
appear lighter.
3 Select Shooting1 ( 1) → SCENE → 1 2 3 1 1 2 3
Beauty Shot.
4 Select Shooting3 ( 3) → Face Tone.
Face Tone
Face Retouch Level 1
Level 2
Level 1
5 Set options. Level 3
 Select a higher setting to make skin tone

appear lighter. MENU Back OK Set
1 2 3 1 1 2 3
Face Tone Level 1 8 Align your subject in the frame and half-
Face Retouch Level 2 press [Shutter] to focus.
Level 3
In the Beauty Shot mode, AF area is set to Face
MENU Back OK Set
Detection AF or Self-Portrait AF.
6 Select Shooting3 ( 3) → Face

Retouch.
Recording a Movie
In the movie shooting mode, recordings can be saved in High Definition quality (1280x720). You can continue recording
movies up to 25 minutes. The recorded video is saved as an H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) file.
1 Rotate the mode dial to . Setting the aperture value

You can set the aperture value when taking a movie.
2 Press [MENU].
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU].
3 Select Shooting1 ( 1) → Quality.
2 Select Shooting1 ( 1) → Movie AE
4 Set options. Mode → an option.
5 Select Shooting3 ( 3) → Voice. The aperture value is adjusted
6 Select whether to record the voice.
P Program
automatically.
Set the aperture value by using the
A Aperture Priority
dial before taking the movie.
7 Press [Shutter] to start recording.
REC To fade out the screen
You can make the movie screen darker or brighter
gradually in recording by using the fader function.

WWaWX 01:00 2 Select Shooting3 ( 3) → Fader.
- +
F3.5 3 2 1 0 1 2 3
01:00
Off Fader function not used
8 Press [Shutter] again to stop recording. Scene gradually gets brighter when recording
In starts.
• When taking a movie, the frame speed is fixed at 30 Scene gradually gets darker when recording
fps (30 frames/sec). Out ends
• While shooting a movie, push the [Depth Preview] The fader function is applied at the start and end
button once to activate the AF function and once In-Out of movie taking.
again to cancel the function. This function may not
work depending on the lens model in use.
Recording a Movie
• While the Fader function is used, it may takes longer • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is the latest video
to save images. coding format established in 2003 collaboratively
by ISO-IEC and ITU-T. Since this format uses a high
compression rate, more amount of data can be saved
to the same storage media.
Using the Wind Cut • When using a slow writing memory card, your
movie's recording can be interrupted since it can not
By using the wind noise removal function, you can process at the rate the video is being saved.
remove some surrounding noise in addition to the wind In this case, you can solve this problem either by
noise. replacing with a faster memory card or by reducing
the video size.
• When the image stabilizer option is set in shooting a
2 Select Shooting3 ( 3) → Wind Cut →
movie, the image stabilizer sound can be recorded.
• When the capacity of one file in recording exceeds
4GB, the movie recording will be stopped
an option. automatically. In this case, the recording can be
continued by starting new recording.
• When formatting a memory card, it is always
recommended to format by using this camera.
When the format is run in other product or PC, it is
Pause while recording a movie possible to damage images or to cause a change in
the capacity of memory card.
By using the pause function, you can shoot only • If the camera lens is removed while recording a movie,
desired scenes into one file without generating several the recording will be interrupted. Do not change the lens
movie files. while recording.
• When taking a movie, please be careful since the
To pause during the recording, press [ ]. operational sounds such as zoom sound and button
sound can be recorded.
• To continue on recording, press [ ] again. • When changing the shooting angle of camera is
suddenly changed while in shooting a movie, it may
not be possible to take the images accurately. When
recording movies, it is recommended to use tripod. In
that way, you can minimize the camera shake.
• When shooting a movie, only the Multi AF function is
supported. Hence, it is not possible to use a focus area
setting function like Face Detection AF.
Extended shooting
functions
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
By using the shooting options, you can enjoy more customized pictures
and movies.
Setting the resolution and quality …………………… 50

Using the timer function ……………………………… 53
Taking a picture in the dark place …………………… 54
Focusing methods …………………………………… 59
Face detection ………………………………………… 62
Brightness and color adjustment of picture ………… 64
Changing the shooting method ……………………… 71
Special effect/photo retouching ……………………… 73
Key Mapping …………………………………………… 75
Setting the resolution and quality
The function can be set directly by pressing [Fn] in the shooting mode.
Setting a resolution 3008 x 1688 When outputting to HDTV or

(16:9) developing in the A4 size (16:9)
To capture the high level of detail and excellent image
quality in your picture or video, it is a good idea to 1920 x 1080 When outputting to HDTV or
set the resolution to the highest setting. The main (16:9) developing in the A5 size (16:9)
drawback is that the file size becomes relatively big.
Setting the resolution of video
Setting the resolution of picture 1 Press [MENU] in the video shooting
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU]. mode.
50 2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1) → Photo Size → 2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1) → Movie Size →
an option. an option.
Picture size 1280
Proper use When outputting to HDTV
(display ratio) (16:9)
640
4592 x 3056 When developing in the maximum 640 When outputting to normal TV
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(3:2) size of A1
320
3872 x 2592 When developing in the maximum
320 When uploading and using on the web
(4:3)
10M
(3:2) size of A2
6M
(3:2) size of A3
2M
(3:2) size of A5
4592 x 2584 When outputting to HDTV or
3872 x 2176 When outputting to HDTV or
Setting the image quality of the Setting the quality of movie

picture The recorded movies are saved as normal or high
The picture taken is saved either in JPEG or in RAW quality.
format.
The compression ratio is reduced as the image quality 1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU].
gets better. It is necessary to increase the file size to have
a better quality picture. 2 Select Shooting1 ( 1) → Quality → an
option.
Normal Set normal quality
2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1) → Quality → an
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option.
Super Fine Set to super fine quality
HQ Set high quality
F Fine Set to fine quality

N Normal Set to normal quality
RAW RAW Save in the RAW file format
Save super-fine image and RAW file at the same
RAW
S.Fine+RAW
S.FINE
time
RAW
FINE Fine+RAW Save fine image and RAW file at the same time
RAW
NORMAL Normal+RAW Save normal image and RAW file at the same time
• The RAW file format images are saved without loss of

data, and the photo size is set to 14M(4592 x 3056)
only. Although the settings such as white balance,
contrast, saturation and sharpness are not reflected
on the image, they are saved as information. If you
want to save the RAW data into the image files
such as JPEG or TIFF format, the provided software
(SAMSUNG RAW Converter) should be used. RAW
files have the extension of “SRW.” (For example:
“SAM_9999.SRW”)
Noise reduction
This function can be set to reduce the noise in pictures.

2 Select User setup ( 1) → Noise
Reduction → an option.
This function reduces noise that
High ISO NR may occur when setting a high-
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speed ISO (3200).
This function reduces noise when
setting a long exposure (over 4
Long Term NR
seconds). In this case, it requires
additional processing time equal
to the shutter speed needed in
taking the picture.
When the Noise reduction function is disabled,

there might be a noise in the recorded picture.
Using the timer function
The function can be set directly by pressing [ ] in the shooting mode.
Setting the timer function

2 Select Shooting 2 ( 2) → Drive.
3 Press [Fn] after selecting Timer.
4 Select the operation time by using the dial
5 or [ / ].
• You can select the timer setting in the
range of 2 ~ 30 seconds.
2 Timer
2
10 30
MENU Back Reset
5 The shot is taken automatically after the

time being set has passed by pressing
[Shutter].
To cancel the self timer function, press [ ] one

more time, or press [Shutter].
Taking a picture in a dark place
Using the flash popup button Setting the flash option

The flash operates when the built-in flash is opened by
using the flash button. When the flash is closed, it will If a picture is taken in a dark place, the picture may
not burst out the light and the , , , and appear to be dark since the light source is not sufficient.
modes support automatic popup and flash light. Press [ ] to pop up the flash.

2 Select Shooting 2 ( 2) → Flash →
an option.
5 Flash button
Off The flash light doesn't operate.
The amount of flash light is adjusted automatically
Smart Flash
SMART
according to the exposure in the surrounding environment.
Auto The flash light operates automatically in the dark place.
1 In Shooting mode, press [ ].
The flash light operates automatically and prevents the
Auto+Red
2 Align your subject in the frame and half- red-eye effect.
press [Shutter] to focus. • Always operates the flash light.
Fill in
• The brightness of flash light is automatically controlled.
3 Press [Shutter] to take a photo. Fill-in Red
Always operates the flash light, and prevents the red-eye
effect.
• Even in the case that the built-in flash is
Operates the flash light immediately after the opening
already popped out by using the 'Flash' 1st Curtain
of shutter
button, the bursting function is not
2nd Curtain Operates the flash light just before the closing of shutter
supported when the flash option of menu
is set to Off. • The picture can be taken better if the subject is
located within the applicable range of flash.
(Refer to the Guide No in “Specification.”)
• You can set the auto flash option only with the
external flash for exclusive use by the NX-series
model.
• The available flash options are different
depending on the shooting modes.
Using the red-eye fix function 1st Curtain, 2nd Curtain

The following images were obtained by taking the
When taking a portrait shot in a dark place, the red-eye pictures of straight-moving subject along with the
effect can occur with the burst of flash light. In this respective options of 1st Curtain and 2nd Curtain. In
case, please set the flash option to Auto+Red or Fill-in case of using the 1st Curtain flash function, the front
Red. part of action is remained clearly since the flash will
burst light immediately upon shutter opening. Since the
flash bursts the light at a later time when having used
the 2nd Curtain option, the picture expresses the last
55 image of the subject clearly.
• By using the red-eye fix function, the red-eye

effect can be removed through the preliminary
Ball moving direction Ball moving direction
flashing function prior to the burst of flash.
• When the subject is moving or is far away from  Use of early 1st  Use of 2nd Curtain
the camera at the time of preliminary flashing, Curtain option option
the function may not function well.
Adjusting the amount of flash light • When the subject is too close, the ISO
sensitivity is high, or the exposure value is too
large or small, the adjustment effect will be
When setting the flash option, you can adjust the
reduced even by controlling the amount of flash
desired amount of flash light.
light.
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU]. • Adjusting the amount of flash light is not
available for some shooting modes.
2 Select Shooting 2 ( 2) → Flash. • When an external flash unit has the flash control
function, the light control value of external flash
3 Press the [Fn] button after selecting a
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is applied when connecting to the camera.
desired item. • If the distance from the subject is quite close
when taking images by using the built-in flash,
4 Adjust the amount of flash light by using part of the images may appear dark as the lens
the dial or [ / ]. is interfered with the flash light. Please check
• This allows adjusting the amount of flash the distance between camera and subject when
light up to ±2 levels. taking pictures. The distance interfered with
flash light may vary by the type of lens in use.
1 Flash Exposure Value • When installing the lens hood, the light of built-in
flash can be intercepted by the hood. Please
remove the lens hood when using the built-in
0 Display
-1 +1 flash.
the level of
-2 +2 flash light
adjustment
MENU Back Reset

Using an external flash unit The available flash modes

The usable flash mode is determined by the camera
(purchased separately) lens or camera exposure mode in use.
The A-TTL auto flash mode can be used by using an
external flash unit (SEF 20A or SEF 42A).
1 Smart Flash Mode
• Adjust the amount of flash light automatically
This user manual was prepared based on the flash according to the exposure value of surrounding
model, "SEF 20A." area.
For more details about the external flash light, see the 2 Auto
flash user’s manual. • The flash is burst out automatically in the dark
place.
5 Installing the flash 3 Auto + Red
• This prevents the red-eye effect that may occur at
the time of shooting.
4 Fill in
• The flash always bursts light when taking picture.
5 Fill-in Red
• Always operates the flash light, and prevents the
red-eye effect.
6 1st Curtain
• Burst the flash light immediately after the opening
of shutter.
1 Install the external flash after removing the
cover of hot shoe. 7 2nd Curtain
• Burst the flash light just before the closing of
shutter.
2 Turn on the power of external flash.
• The burst mode of external flash is set to • Only the flash device, manufactured for NX series
automatically adjust the amount of flash light. To
the TTL auto mode. enjoy the auto mode function, please use the flash
manufactured for NX models. Although the flash fires
3 Proceed with the shooting after checking without fully charging the battery, it is recommended
to use the flash after the battery is fully charged.
whether the external flash is fully charged. • When an external flash unit has the flash control
function, the light control value of external flash is
applied when connecting to the camera.
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity

The ISO sensitivity, as the film sensitivity established
by the international standards organization (ISO),
represents the degree of reaction when camera
receives light. Since it reacts more sensitively with
greater ISO value, a natural shot can be obtained in a
dark place by raising the ISO value. This reduces the
degree of camera shaking with faster shutter speed.

5 2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1) → ISO →
an option.
• The higher ISO speed you select, the more

image noise you may get.
• When the noise reduction function is used, the
noise caused by the high-sensitive ISO(3200)
can be reduced.
• The available ISO setting options may differ
depending on the selected Shooting mode.
• The function can be set directly by pressing
[ISO] in the shooting mode.
Focusing methods
Changing the Focusing methods AF Priority
When using the AF focusing function, the AF Priority
Various focus methods can be set according to the function does not allow the shutter to fire if the focus is
subject of photographing. not appropriately set.
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU].

2 Select Shooting 2 ( 2/ 2) → AF Mode 2 Select Shooting 2 ( 2) → AF Priority →
→ an option. an option.
5 Single AF
If the focus is set by pressing half-way of the
[shutter], fix the focus to that position.
Off This takes a shot regardless of the focus.
While holding the [shutter] half-way down, the This takes a shot only if the focus is set
Continuous
focus is continuously fixed appropriate for the correctly when pressing the shutter. Even
AF
subject. though the focus is set correctly in the
On
Manual state of half-shutter, the shot would not be
Adjust the focus manually by turning the focus ring.
Focus taken if the focus is not set correctly at the
time of pressing the shutter fully.
• By using the control level of [AF/MF], the focus can be Although the AF Priority is set, the continuous and
adjusted manually.
the burst shot options allow the shutter to fire when
• When there is no AF/MF switch on the lens, the focus
can be adjusted manually in the AF mode by selecting the the focus is not appropriately set.
Manual Focus.
• The selectable option may differ according to the lens in
use.
• When adjusting the focus manually, the picture may appear
blurred if the focus not set accurately. Please take a picture
after setting the focus accurately. (p. 32).
• The function can be set directly by pressing [ ] in the
shooting mode.
Focusing methods
Using the AF assist light Changing the focus area
The auto focus functions more accurately in dark places A clear and vivid picture can be taken if the focus area
when using the AF assist light. is changed in relative position to the subject.
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU].

2 Select User setup ( 1) → AF Lamp. 2 Select Shooting 2 ( 2) → AF Area → an
option.
Off AF assist light not used
0 On
AF assist light turns on when the
lighting source is not sufficient.
Selection
AF
The focus is set appropriately for the
selected area.
Shows all the places that the focus is
Multi AF
set correctly in the display.
Face
Shows the areas that the focus is
Detection
correctly set in the display.
AF
When the sound effect is heard at the
Self-Portrait
time of self-shot, you can check the
AF
position of the subject’s face.
• The selectable option may differ by the shooting

mode.
• When the AF/MF switch of lens is set to MF,
the AF area can not be changed by using the
shooting menu.
• When the Multi AF function is selected, AF area
appears in green as long as the subject is in
focus.
• The function can be set directly by pressing [Fn]
in the shooting mode.
Focusing methods
Setting the focus of the selected area 4 In Shooting mode, press [ ].

In the shooting composition, a shot may be taken by
5 Press [///] to move the focus
setting the focus to the area desired by user. area.

2 Select Shooting 2 ( 2) → AF Area →
Selection AF.
1 1
AF Mode
2 3 1 1 2 3
AF Area Selection AF AF Zoom Move

AF Priority Multi AF
Drive
Metering
Face Detection AF
6 Adjust the size of focus area by using the
Self-Portrait AF
Flash
dial.
MENU Back OK Set
3 Press [MENU] to return to the previous

mode.
AF Zoom Move

Face detection
When the Face Detection AF function is used, the focus can be set around a person's face when taking a portrait
shot. This function can also be quite useful when using self-shot.
Normal face detection • Face detection may not be effective when.

When the Face Detection AF option is used, the auto - When the subject is too far
focus can be set based on the face. - When it is too bright or dark
When the shooting composition is set, the camera - When the subject is not facing to the front
automatically detects as many as 10 faces and sets the - When part of the face is hidden by an object
focus and exposure. like sunglasses.
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU]. - When one makes a large facial expression

- When the light or backlight shown on the face is not
uniform
Face Detection AF. - Depending on the Picture Wizard option, the subject’s
face may not be recognized.
• The options may differ depending on the
shooting mode.
The focus frame is • This function can not be used when having set
shown by white for the options such as, manual focus and selection
the closest face and AF.
by gray for the rest of • The face detection function works faster when
faces. the camera is closer to the subject.
• When the Face Detection AF function is used,
the white focus area is automatically set to
focus.
Face detection
Self-portrait face detection
When taking a self shot, the focal distance is fixed to

make a close-up shot possible.

Self-Portrait AF.
3 Press [Shutter] if having an info sound of

shooting.
Check the focus of the subject in shooting mode

Brightness and color adjustment of picture
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
• When fixing and using the exposure value being
set, it may be excessively bright or dark according
The images can be taken bright or dark according to the to the shooting environment. Please take a picture
amount of light. In this case, appropriate adjustment can by adjusting the exposure value appropriate for the
be made by controlling the amount of light entered into shooting environment.
the lens. • When it is difficult to judge an appropriate value
of exposure, please set the detailed setting
of AE BKT (successive shots of exposure
increase/decrease). This takes 3 pictures
successively, including one step darker one and
one step brighter one (p. 71).
• The exposure warning is shown in red for each part

beyond the range of ±3.
Standard
- + + exposure
3 2 1 30 21 1 20 13 2 3
index
 Applying -  0  Applying + Exposure level
display
1 Check the accurate focus of subject in the Exposure warning Decreased exposure Increased exposure
shooting mode (become darker) (become brighter)
2 Adjust to a desired exposure value by

turning the dial while pressing and holding Exposure adjustment
down the [ ] button.
• The adjustment value of exposure can be You can set the level (step) of exposure adjustment.
checked from the viewfinder and display.
3 Press the [Shutter] button to take a
picture. 2 Select User setup ( 1) → EV Step →
an option.
Change the exposure level by 1/3
1/3
step.
Change the exposure level by 1/2
1/2
step.
Changing the brightness

measurement method
If the composition of image is set, the camera measures the
amount of light.
At this time, the brightness and overall mood of the
picture may vary depending on how the measurement
is made.

5 2 Select Shooting 2 (
→ an option.
2/ 2) → Metering
• Calculate the amount of light in the

center.
• This is suitable when taking a portrait
Spot shot where there is a strong backlight.
• When the subject is not located in the
center of the display, the subject can
appear to be too bright or too dark.
• This calculates the amount of light
in the center portion of the shot and
Center- reflects the result over the entire image.
weighted • This is suitable when the area of the
subject is large when compared to the
overall composition of the portrait.
• Calculate the amount of light on each
Multi area.
• Suitable for normal picture
AF MF
The function can be set directly by pressing
OK
[ ] in the shooting
WB mode.
ISO
Setting the white balance 1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU].

Different light sources will affect the resulting color of 2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1/ 1) → White
your picture. To take a picture with colors close to
Balance → an option.
what is seen with our own eyes, please select the white
balance appropriate for the light source or manually The optimal light source is automatically set
Auto WB
adjust the color temperature desired. according to the light conditions of camera.
In case of a light source that is difficult to take in to Daylight Suitable for outdoor shot on a clear day
effect, the shot can be taken by adjusting the white
balance manually according to the picture-taking Cloudy Suitable for shadows on a cloudy day
situation.
Fluorescent
White
Daylight, fluorescent lamp, suitable especially
for the white fluorescent light with the color
temperature of about 4200K
Fluorescent
for the daylight fluorescent lighting with the
NW
color temperature of about 5,000K
Auto Daylight Fluorescent
for the daylight-like fluorescent lighting with the
Daylight
color temperature of about 6,500K
Suitable for the lighting of halogen lamp and
Tungsten
incandescent bulb
Flash WB Suitable when using the built-in flash light
Custom Set Set by measuring the light source directly

Cloudy Incandescent bulb
Color Temp. Set the color temperature manually
The function can be set directly by pressing [WB] in

the shooting mode.
Fine adjustment of white balance User setup method

If the shot is taken after setting the composition of
white paper, filled in full frame, an appropriate white
2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1/ 1) → White balance value is set according to the measured light
Balance. source.
3 After selecting a desired white balance 1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU].

option, press [Fn]. 2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1/ 1) → White
Balance.

1 WB Adjust
3 After selecting Custom Set, press [Fn].

4 After setting the composition to show only
• G: Green the white paper, press [Shutter].
• A: Amber
• M: Magenta
MENU Back Reset
• B: Blue
4 Adjust a desired white balance by using

the dial or [///].
White paper
Adjusting the color temperature What is color temperature?

The user can set the white balance by adjusting the Color temperature refers to the temperature that has
color temperature. expressed the color change of light in the absolute
temperature (K). This can express cold sense with the
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU]. rising color temperature and warm sense with the falling
color temperature.
2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1/ 1) → White
Balance. Clear sky
3 After selecting the Color Temp. option,

press [Fn].
Fluorescent_H
Cloudy
4 Set desired color temperature by using Daylight
the dial or [/].
Fluorescent_L
1 K Adjust
Halogen lamp
Incandescent bulb
5500K
Candle light
MENU Back Reset
Color space What is color space?

This allows setting the color space to use. The image In/Output devices such as digital
camera, monitor and printer hold different ranges of
1 Press [MENU] in the shooting mode. reproducing each color.
2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1) → Color Space The possible range of color reproduction is referred to
→ an option. as color space. Several standards of color space are
fixed for each device. This camera support sRGB and
Set the color space to sRGB. Adobe RGB. sRGB is diversely used in the devices
sRGB
RGB
like computer. It is recommended to use sRGB for
RGB Adobe RGB Set the color space to Adobe RGB. regular images. sRGB standards for International
standard of color space established by the IEC
(International Electrotechnical Commission).
• When the color space is set to Adobe RGB, the This is defined from color space for PC monitors and
filename is saved in the "_SAMXXXX.JPG" format after is also used as the standard color space for Exif.
taking a picture.
• The function can be set directly by pressing [Fn] in Adobe RGB is the color space recommended by
the shooting mode. Adobe Systems, Inc. for commercial printing and has
wider
range of color reproduction than sRGB. Adobe RGB
covers most of the color range so colors only available
when printed are not lost when editing images from a
computer. When image is opened by non-compatible
software, the colors look lighter.
Smart range
This automatically corrects the loss of bright detail that
can occur due to the differences in the shading of the
picture.
0
▲ Canceling smart range ▲ Use of smart range

2 Select Shooting 3 ( 3) → Smart Range
→ an option.
• When the smart range is set, the ISO 100 option

can not be used.
• The Smart range function is not available in
some shooting modes, and it may automatically
operate while using the and shooting
options.
• The function can be set directly by pressing [Fn]
in the shooting mode.
Changing the shooting method
It may be difficult to take a picture of a fast moving object, quick facial expression or motion of a person. In this case,
please select the successive shooting option appropriate for the situation.
Successive shooting method and Single Take one photo shot whenever pressing the shutter.
timer setup Continuous
Take shots successively while pressing and
holding down the shutter, possible to take 3 shots per second
After pressing the shutter, the camera will take up to 30 shots
Burst
in a row.
The timer functions automatically takes a picture in the range of
Timer
2-30 seconds (in increments of 1 second).
When the shutter is pressed, the camera will take 3 consecutive
AE BKT shots; the original, th next one step darker, and the last one
step lighter.
1 You can select the successive shooting option
appropriate for the situation. WB BKT
When the shutter is pressed the camera will take 3 consecutive
shots, the original and 2 more with different white balance
settings.
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU]. P Wiz BKT
When the shutter is pressed, the camera will take 3 consecutive
shots; all three will have different picture wizard settings.
2 Select Shooting 2 ( 2) → Drive →
an option. • The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
• WB BKT and P Wiz BKT is the function that corrects
the image after taking a shot.
• If the photo quality is set to RAW format, the bracketing
(WB BKT, P Wiz BKT) set options cannot be used.
• In case of the Burst shooting option, it is not possible
to select the image size and the image quality is fixed to
1472x976. Also when taking a Burst shooting option,
the image saving time can be extended.
Drive mode button • In case of the Burst shooting option, the shot images
can not be saved in RAW file format, and the ISO 100
speed cannot be set by user.
• Both the built-in and external flash do not fire when the
You can directly set this options by pressing the [ ] in Burst shooting option is in use.
• The shutter speed can be set to 1/30 Sec or faster when
the shooting mode. the Burst shooting option is in use.
• This product supports Burst Shooting mode which
takes up to 30 shots per second. The images taken in
Burst Shooting can be saved with a little bit enlarged
size.
Changing the shooting method
Detailed bracket setup When using the exposure BKT function,

The details for the exposure, white balance and picture this allows setting the image shot
wizard of bracket shot can be set. AE BKT Set sequence and exposure interval.
BKT Order: Set the shooting orders
1 Press [MENU] in the shooting mode. BKT Area: Set the exposure steps
2 Select Shooting 3 ( 3) → BKT Set → When using the WB BKT function, this
allows setting the adjusted interval of
an option. WB BKT Set white balance value.
BKT Set Example) MG-/+3 adjusts the Magenta

3
value of 3 steps minus or plus.
AE BKT Set
WB BKT Set AB -/+3 When using the picture wizard BKT
P Wiz BKT Set P Wiz BKT Set function, this allows setting the shot
order.
MENU Exit OK Change
3 Select the detailed options.

3 P Wiz BKT Set
Standard
Vivid
Portrait
Landscape
Forest
Retro
Select OK Set
Special effect/photo retouching
Picture wizard 1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU].
By selecting the picture wizard you can express various 2 Select Shooting 1 ( 1) → Picture
emotional moods in your picture.
Wizard → an option.
 Example
Vivid
Color
■
Saturation
0
Sharpness
0

Contrast
0
V P L F R Cool CA
Standard Vivid Portrait MENU Exit Move
3 Adjust the detailed items of picture wizard

that were selected by using [///].
• You can control the color, saturation,
sharpness and contrast.
Landscape Forest Retro

4 Set to a desired value.
• The option can be set directly by pressing the

[ ] button of camera in the shooting mode.
Cool Calm Classic

Special effect/photo retouching
Custom picture wizard setup

You can choose the customize options and then save
images in 3 different ways.

2 Select Shooting 1 (
1) → Picture
Wizard → Custom → an option.
Custom1
■
0
0
Color
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
0
P L F R Cool CA Classic C1
MENU Exit Move
3 Adjust the Picture Wizard value by using

[///]
• You can control the color, saturation,
sharpness and contrast.
4 Set to a desired value.

Key Mapping
What is AEL function?
Setting the Key Mapping
The auto exposure lock (AEL) and auto focus lock (AFL)
The function of camera button can be changed.
functions of the camera are the functions that maintain the
1 In Shooting mode, press [MENU]. settings until the shooting is completed by remembering the
exposure value and focus when pushing the [AEL] button of
2 Select User setup ( 1) → Key Mapping camera.
→ an option. Reaction of the half-shutter release when the AEL button
is set to the following status.
This sets the action executed when
selecting the [AEL] option. Reaction of the half-shutter
5 - Setting to AEL executes only the

auto exposure lock function.
- Setting to AFL executes only the
Status of AEL setting
AEL
release
Auto focus
AEL auto focus lock function. AFL Exposure lock
- Setting to AEL + AFL executes
the auto exposure/focus lock AEL+AFL No reaction
functions together.
This sets the action executed when
pressing the depth preview button.
- Setting to the one-touch white
balance executes the user-
defined function of white balance.
Preview - Setting to Optical Preview
executes the depth preview
function of current aperture value.
• While shooting a movie, push the [Depth

Preview] button once to activate the AF
function and once again to cancel the function.
• Refer to the “Depth Preview” function. (p. 36)
• The function of AEL button cannot be changed
in the M(manual) mode.
Playback/Editing
Learn how to play back and edit photos/videos. Also, learn how to
connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, TV, or HDTV.
Play (picture/movie) …………………………………… 77

Picture editing ………………………………………… 85
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV………………………… 89
Transferring files to your computer ………………… 91
Using the Samsung RAW Converter ………………… 96
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ………… 99
Play (picture/movie)
Viewing pictures in the play mode Description about photo playback
The user can check saved pictures and movies. The display information appears by pressing [DISP] in
the play mode. 1
1 Press [ ]
2
• Show most recently saved files.
3
2 Check the pictures sequentially by using RAW 100-0001
4
[/]. Mode
Metering
• When the playback screen is selected Flash
5
Focal Length 18mm
more than once, the last shown picture White balance AWB
EVC 0.0
or movie is selected to be shown during Picture wizard
playback. Picture size

Date
4592 X 3056
2010.01.01
1/250 F5.1 ISO 100 00004/00009
6 7 8 9
1 RAW file indicator
2 File that includes development info
3 Protected file
4 File no.
5 Meta value of taken picture
6 Shutter speed info
7 Aperture value
8 ISO setup value info
9 File in play/total no. of files taken/battery information
Descriptions about movie playback
1 1 2
100-0001 3
R
2
G
Y
Video size 1280 X 720
4

Date 2010.01.01
0.0 4592 X 3056

RAW
18mm
2010.01.01
3 8 WWaWW WXaWW 5
4 1/40 F3.5 ISO 100 00004/00009 OK Play Capture
7 6
1 Shot image 1 Volume control display
2 RGB histogram 2 Protected file
Shooting mode, metering, flash, white balance, 3 File no.
3
picture wizard, focal length
4 Meta value of movie taken
Shutter speed, aperture value, ISO, selected
4
file/total number of files/ battery information 5 Fast forward
6 Total play time of selected file
7 Current play time
8 Rewind
View files in the smart album by category Converting into the thumbnail view
The files can be classified and shown by the file, date Since several files can be shown on one display, files
(day), date (week), and type. can be searched quickly.
1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. To have a thumbnail view of

2 Press [MENU]. 9 images, press [ ] two
3 Select a desired playback method. times, or press [ ] three
times to have a thumbnail
view of 20 images.
Type
(Press [ ] to cancel)
Date
Week
19 25 19 53 22
MENU Filter 2010. 1. 1
Type Classify by the saved file form

Date Classify by the saved date 19 25 19 53 22
MENU Filter 2010. 1. 1
Week Classify by the saved week
4 You can place the following items by

turning the dial or by using [/].
5 Press [ ] to return to the previous.
Executing the smart album or changing the category
upon execution, the time may be delayed according to
the volume of saved files. Please wait a moment until the
smart album can appear.
File protection Deleting a file

Files can be protected from deletion. Files can be selected and deleted in the play mode.
The function can be set by pressing [MENU] in the
1 Press [AEL] in the play mode. playback mode.
2 appears on the display. Deleting one picture

You can delete only one picture by selecting a desired
3 Press [AEL] to cancel. file.
1 After selecting the file to be deleted in the

0 play mode, press [ ].
2 From the popup window, select Yes.

Deleting selected file
1 After selecting the file to be deleted in the

play mode, press [ ].
2 From the popup window, select Multiple
Delete.
3 After selecting a file to be deleted, press
[ ].
• To cancel your selection, press [ ] again.
4 Press [ ]
Deleting all files High Light

All the files saved in the memory card can be deleted This informs the excessively bright part from the image
at once. taken.
1 In Playback mode, press [MENU]. 1 In Playback mode, press [MENU].
2 Select Playback [ ] → Delete → All. 2 Select Playback [ ] → High Light → On.
1 Auto rotate
Show the pictures taken in the vertical frame by rotating
them automatically while in playing.
1 In Playback mode, press [MENU].

2 Select Playback [ ] → Auto Rotate →
On.
If the photo shot is taken when the direction of the

camera was aimed at the bottom, the direction of the
image can be different in the playback mode.
Enlargement/reduction See the slide show

A picture can be enlarged when searching in play Pictures can be shown in a slide show by applying
mode. various effects and music.
1 In Playback mode, press [MENU] → [ ].

Enlargement
Press [ ] to enlarge. 2 Select a desired option
(Press [ ] to reduce) • To play without setting an option, execute
the step 4.
Select the pictures to be shown in the slide show.

• All : View all the saved pictures in the slide
show.
Images • Date : See the pictures taken on a specific
Magnified part date in the slide show.
• Select : Select pictures and see them in the
slide show
x1.7 Magnification • Select the scene changing effect between
(the maximum pictures.
Effect
magnification • In order not to use the changing effect,
may differ by the select the off option.
resolution) Interval • Select the scene changing time
Music Execute the background music

OK Full Image Fn Trim
Move to the
enlargement
Press [///].
Trim the enlarged Press the [Fn] button to select a
image portion of the image to be cut.
3 Set to a desired option. View a movie

While a movie is being played back, you are able to
4 Select Slide Show → Play. select and cut a desired part of the scene.
• To play the pictures repeatedly, please select
1 After selecting a desired movie in the play
the repeat option.
mode, press [ ].
5 See the slide show 2 Enjoy movie.
• To stop slide show, press [ ] and then press
100-0001

PLAY
[ /].
Pause/Play Press the [ ] button.
WWaW[ WXaWW
OK Pause Stop
Rewind Press []

Pause/Play Press [ ].
Fast rewind Press [ ]
Volume control Turn the dial to the left/right
Stop Press [ ]
Capturing a picture
You can capture a desired part of movie in the form of a
picture while playing back the movie.
1 Press [ ] in the play mode.

2 Press [ ] while playing a movie.
3 Press [] in the pause state.

• The resolution of captured image is the same as
the movie resolution.
• The captured file is saved by using the different
file name.
Cutting part of a movie
1 Press [ ] in the play mode.

2 Select the start point to cut by pressing
[ ] → [ ] while playing a movie.
3 Select the end point of cutting by pressing
[ ] → [ ].
4 From the popup window, press Yes.
• The cut file is saved by using a different file
name.
Picture editing
Pictures can be edited in various ways by using the edit menu. The function can be set directly by pressing [Fn] in the
shooting mode.
Changing the resolution Rotating

1 After selecting a desired picture in the play 1 After selecting a desired picture in the play
mode, press [MENU]. mode, press [MENU].
2 Select Image Edit → Resize. 2 Select Image Edit → Rotate.

Resize Rotate
5
3 Select desired image resolution. 3 Select a desired rotation state

• The edited file is saved by using the
different file name. Depending on the size of the picture, when you
rotate the original, the new file may be smaller
compared to the original.
• The resolution to be changed will be limited
according to the resolution of original picture.
Picture editing
Red-eye fix Face retouching

1 After selecting a desired picture in the play 1 After selecting a desired picture in the play
mode, press [MENU]. mode, press [MENU].
2 Select Playback [ ] → Image Edit → 2 Select Playback [ ] → Image Edit →
Red-eye Fix. Face Retouch.
3 Set to a desired option.
Adjusting the backlight • The level of face retouch gets better as the
1 After selecting a desired picture in the play
value becomes larger.
mode, press [MENU].

2 Select Playback [ ] → Image Edit →
Backlight.
Picture style
Selecting picture style allows you to express various
moods of emotion in your picture.
1 After selecting a desired picture in the play

mode, press [MENU].
2 Select Playback [ ] → Image Edit →
Photo Style Selector.
3 Set to a desired option.
Picture editing
Setting the print info (DPOF) 1 Press [MENU] → Playback [ ] → DPOF

The size and number of copies to be printed can be → Standard in the playback mode.
designated for the picture.
Since the designated information is saved in the MISC 2 Select a desired option
folder of memory card, it is convenient to print the Select Printing selected pictures
designated size and number of copies while using the
pictures of designated info simply by taking the memory All Printing all
card to a digital printing shop. Reset Initializing the standard print option
• The entered print info can only be used for the digital
printer or digital picture printing shop that supports
3 When having made the selections, press
the digital print order format (DPOF).
[Fn] after selecting the picture and
• For pictures with a wide resolution, the left and
number of copies to be printed by using
right portion of the image may not be printed. the dial.
When placing in printer order, identify the wide
• When having selected all, press [/] to
resolution pictures.
select the number of copies to be printed
• The DPOF option is not available for RAW
and then, press [ ].
formatted images and the movie files.
Picture editing
4 Select [MENU] → DPOF → SIZE in the Index printing

playback mode. 1 Press [MENU] → Playback [ ] → DPOF
→ Index in the playback mode.
5 Select a desired option
Select desired print size according to the 2 From the popup window, press Yes.
Select
picture.
Select the print size of all the pictures The designated print size can only be applied onto
All
saved in the memory card. the DPOF1.1 compatible printer.

Reset Initializing the print size option
6 When having selected the select option,

select the picture to be printed and press
[Fn] after selecting the print size by using
the dial.
• When having selected all, press [/]
and select the print size. Then, select the
print size and press [ ].
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the provided A/V cable.
Viewing files on a regular TV • On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an
image may not appear.
1 Select a video signal output according to • Images may not appear centered on the TV screen
your country or region. (p. 105) depending on your TV settings.
• You cannot capture photos or videos while the
2 Make a connection between TV and the camera is connected to a TV.
camera by using the A/V cable.
Video Audio

3 Make sure the TV and camera are turned

on and select the video output mode of
TV.
4 View the videos and pictures by using the
buttons of camera body.
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV
Viewing files on an HDTV 5 View the videos and pictures by using the
buttons of camera body.
1 Select a video signal output according to
your country or region. (p. 105)
• When using the HDMi cable, the user can
2 In Shooting or Playback mode, select connect the camera to an HDTV using the
[MENU] → Setting 3 ( 3 ) → HDMI Size Anynet+(CEC) method. The Anynet+(CEC)
functions allows you to control connected
→ an option. devices using the TV remote control.
• In the case that the HDTV supports
3 Make a connection between HDTV and
0
Anynet+(CEC), the power of the TV is
the camera by using the HDMI cable. automatically turned on when used in
conjunction with the caemra.
• When connecting to HDTV by using the HDMI
If both A/V and HDMI cables are connected at the cable, it is not possible to take a picture/movie.
same time, the HDMI cable has the highest priority. • When connected to an HDTV, some playback
It is recommended to disconnect the A/V cable for functions may not be available.
better playback.
HDMI cable
4 Make sure the HDTV and camera are turned

on and select the HDMI mode of TV.
• The HDTV screen shows the same display
of the camera.
Transferring files to your computer
For Windows users Requirements for QuickTime Player 7.6

Transfer files by connecting your camera to your PC. • Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz or higher/AMD Athlon™
64FX, 2.6 GHz or higher
Installing programs • Windows XP service pack2 or Vista
• Minimum 512 MB RAM (1 GB and above
recommended)
Hardware and software requirements • nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/ATI X1600 series
or higer recommended
Item Requirements
1 CPU Pentium III 500 MHz or better

(Pentium III 800 MHz or better
recommended)
• Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are
not supported may void your warranty.
RAM 256 MB or more (512 MB or more • The programs may not work properly on 64-bit
recommended) Edition of Windows XP and Vista.
OS Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Hard disk 250 MB or more (1 GB or more
capacity recommended)
Programs contained on the CD
Others • USB port Program Purpose
• CD-ROM drive Samsung Master Edit photos and videos.
• 1024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit color display QuickTime Player 7.6 View videos (H.264 (MPEG-
compatible monitor (24-bit color
4.AVC) files)
display recommended)
on a PC.
• Microsoft Direct X 9.0C or later Samsung RAW Convert RAW files into the
Converter desired file format.
Adobe Reader View the user manual.
1 Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD- Transferring files to your PC

ROM drive. Once you connect the camera to your PC, the
camera will be recognised as a removable drive.
2 When the setup screen is displayed, click
Samsung Digital Camera Installer to start 1 Connect your camera to your PC with the USB
installation. cable.
You must plug the end of the cable with the correct
connection port in your camera. If the cable is reversed, it
may damage your files. The manufacturer is not responsible

for any loss of data.
3 Select programs to install and follow the

onscreen instructions.
4 Click Exit to complete the installation and restart

your computer.
2 Turn on the camera. Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)

The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows
• In the popup window, select Computer.
2000/Vista is similar.
3 On your PC, select My Computer →
1 It the status lamp on your camera is
Removable Disk → DCIM → "XXXPHOTO," or
select "XXX_MMDD" folder.
blinking, it means the data transfer is in
progress. Please wait until the status lamp
4 Select the files you want and drag or save them stops blinking.
to your PC.
• If the Folder Type is set to Date, the folder name
2 Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of
your PC screen.
appears as "XXX_MMDD."
• For example, if shot at 1st January, the folder name
appears "101_0101."
3 Click the pop-up message.
4 Remove the USB cable.

For Mac users

When you connect the camera to a Macintosh
computer, the computer will recognize the device
automatically. You can transfer files directly from
the camera to the computer without installing any
programs.
Requirements for QuickTime Player 7.6

• 1.8 GHz Power Mac G5/1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo
Turn on the camera.

or higher 2
• Mac OS X version 10.4.10 or later • In the popup window, select Computer.
• Minimum 256 MB RAM (1 GB and above
recommended) 3 Double-click the removable disk icon.
• 64 MB or greater video card
4 Transfer photos or videos to the computer.
1 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer
with the USB cable.
When using the USB cable, make sure to match the

connection parts of the USB and the camera.
• If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.
• Please use only the accessories that SAMSUNG
provides. The manufacturer takes no responsibility for
any loss of files or damage that may result from the
use of other manufacturer’s product.
Using Samsung Master Using the Samsung Master Interface

You can download files or edit photos or videos
➊ ➋ ➌ ➍
stored on your PC. For details, see the Help menu.
This program does not support editing of video files

(H.264 (MPEG-4. AVC)) on the camera.
Downloading files using Samsung Master

When you connect the camera to the PC, a window
5 for downloading files automatically appears.
1 Select the files you want to download.
2 Click Next and follow the onscreen instructions.

➎ ➏ ➐
No. Description
➊ Toolbar
➌
➋ Menus
➌ Click for more information about the program.
➍ Click to enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in
the list.
➎ Change the mode.
• : View mode
➊ ➋
• : Edit mode for photos
No. Description
• : Edit mode for videos
➊ Select a location for downloaded files.
➏ Preview information about the selected file.
➋ Click to download the selected files.
➐ The photos in the selected folder; double-click
➌ Thumbnails of files; click an image to download. to switch to full-screen view.
Using the Samsung RAW Converter
Using the Samsung RAW Converter, you can develop • Image edit functions are listed below.
RAW files after editing them as you like. You can
Ì Menu bar
also edit JPEG or TIFF files in the same way you edit
the RAW files. This software is only compatible with Í Image editing tools
Windows XP and Vista. [Exposure bias]: Compensates the exposure
To start the program, click [Start → All Programs value.
→ Samsung RAW Converter → Samsung RAW [White balance]: Adjusts the white balance value.
Converter] [Color]: Adjusts the color of the image.
[Tone]: Changes the color tone.

Ê Developing the RAW files
[Sharpness/
①
Noise reduction]: Adjusts the sharpness.
[Development]: Previewing is available for the
final output.
②
Î Highlight controller
③ Adjusts the saturation and highlights of the
selected image.
④ Ï Histogram
Displays the color layers of the selected image.
⑤
Ð Preview window
Displays the selected image.
Refer to the [Help] menu in Samsung RAW

Converter for further information.
Correcting the exposure

The main feature of the Samsung RAW Converter is
that you can keep the best quality of the images as
you make changes to the RAW files while editing.
After making changes to the brightness or contrast,
you can still obtain the same result whichever you
change first. The following ▲ Original image ▲ Changed image
images show how you can change the exposure to P Mode, Aperture: after correcting the
the image using the Samsung RAW Converter. f = 8, exposure.
You can adjust the exposure by using the menu

Shutter Speed:
1/15sec, ISO = 100
You can see the changed results in the histogram
option as shown in the picture. windows as shown images:
▲ Original image ▲ Changed image

after correcting the
exposure.
Menu option for

adjusting the
exposure.
Handling the JPEG/TIFF files as you Saving the RAW files into JPEG or
edit RAW files TIFF format
Using the Samsung RAW Converter, you can handle You can save the RAW files into JPEG or TIFF format
the JPEG/TIFF files as you edit RAW files. You can using the Samsung RAW Converter.
adjust the white balance, sharpness, and reducing
the noise is also available. The following images show
how the contrast was changed on the TIFF image 1. Choose the image you want to edit and then
using the Samsung RAW Converter. select [File(F)] → [Development...].
You can adjust the contrast by using the menu option
as shown in the picture.
2. Select the type of file as JPEG or TIFF and then

click [Save(S)].
- The selected file is saved as JPEG or TIFF
format.
Menu option for adjusting the contrast
▲ Original image P Mode, ▲ Changed image after

Aperture: f = 8, Shutter correcting the contrast.
Speed: 1/15sec, ISO = 100
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge)
Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer.
1 With the printer on, connect your camera to the Configuring print settings
printer with the USB cable.
1 2
Images One Photo

Size Auto
Layout Auto
Type Auto
Quality Auto
Date Auto
2 Turn on your camera.

Print MENU Exit
• Select Printer in the popup window. Select whether to print the current photo
Images
or all photos.
• If your printer has the mass storage feature, you Size Specify the size of the print.
must first set the USB mode to Printer in the settings
menu. Layout Create thumbnail prints.
Type Select the type of paper.
3 Press [/] to select a photo.
Quality Set the printing quality.
• Press [MENU] to set printing options.
Date Set to print the date.
4 Press [ ] to print.
File Name Set to print the name of the file.
Reset Reset the print options.
Some options are not supported by some printers.

Camera settings menu
The camera use environment can be set to a desired state by using the
setup menu.
Camera settings menu ……………………………… 101

Camera settings menu
The camera use environment can be set to a desired state by using the setup menu.
1 Press [MENU] in the shooting or play

mode.
2 Select a desired setup menu
1 2 3 1 1 2 3 Setup menu
Quickview 1sec items
Display Adjust
Display Save 3min
101 Power Save

Date&Time
Sound
1min
MENU Exit OK Change
3 Select a desired item

2 Sound
System Volume Medium
AF Sound On
Button Sound On
MENU Exit OK Change
4 Press [MENU] to return to the previous

mode.
Environment setup menu
Sound * Default value

The user can set the sound that is made when manipulating the camera.
System Volume
(Off, Low, Medium*, High)
AF Sound The sound can be set when operating in the AF mode. (Off, On*)
Button Sound The operating sound of camera can be set. (Off, On*)
10
Display * Default value
Language Select the language to be shown on the display.
This allows adjusting the display brightness, auto brightness setting and color.
Display Brightness: Depending on whether the user uses the screen or the viewfinder, the
display brightness can be adjusted by using the [/].
Display Adjust
Auto Brightness: Adjust the brightness of screen.
Display Color: Depending on whether the user uses the screen or the viewfinder, the display
color can be adjusted by using the [///].
Display Save This allows setting the power-off time of display. (Off, 0.5min*, 1min, 3min, 5min, 10min)
This allows setting the quick view (view immediately upon a shot) time.
Quickview
(Off, 1sec*, 3sec, 5sec, Hold)
Normal setup 1( 1 ) * Default value
This formats the memory card (deleting all the files including protected files).
(Yes, No*)
Format Error can occur if using a card formatted by another brand of camera, memory card reader or computer.
Please use the card after formatting it from the camera.
This resets the setup menu and shooting options. (The date, time, language, and video output value
Reset
are kept.)(Yes, No*)
10
This sets the method of designating filename.
Standard* : SAM_XXXX.JPG(sRGB)/_SAMXXXX.JPG(Adobe RGB)
File Name Date : MMDDXXXX.JPG(sRGB)/_MDDXXXX.JPG(Adobe RGB, Jan. ~ Sep.)/
_ADDXXXX.JPG(Adobe RGB, indicating A for Oct, B for Nov, C for Dec)
For example, the image taken by setting Jan 01 sRGB is saved in "0101xxxx.jpg".
This sets the method of designating file number. (Series*, Reset)
• The folder name that has taken pictures for the first time becomes 100PHOTO and the filename
will be SAM_0001 (when the color space is sRGB).
File • The filename number is increased by 1 in the range of SAM_0001~ SAM_9999.
Number • The folder number is increased by 1 in the range of 100PHOTO ~999PHOTO.
• The maximum number of files that can be saved in one folder is a maximum of 9999 units.
• The filename is given according to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) specification.
• When a filename is changed arbitrarily, the file may not be played on the camera.
This sets the type of folder.
Folder Type Standard* : XXXPHOTO
Date : XXX_MMDD
Normal setup 2( 2 )
* Default value
This sets the power turned off automatically if not being used for a while. (0.5 min, 1min*, 3min,
Power 5min, 10min, 30min)
Save • The power-off time being set is kept even after replacing the battery.
• This may not work if having connection to a computer, TV, or printer, playing a slide show or movie.
This sets to indicate the date and time that has taken a picture.
Date & (Type, Date, Time Zone, Time, Imprint)
10 Time • The date and time are shown on the lower right side of the picture in play.
• When printing a picture, the date may not be printed appropriately from certain manufacturer or printer model.
Normal setup 3( 3 )
* Default value
Sensor Cleaning: Removes the dust of sensor when executing this menu
Start Up Action: If set, the dust of sensor is removed whenever turning on the power. (On, Off*)
Sensor
Since this product uses interchangeable lenses, the sensor may end up getting dust on it when changing
Cleaning
lenses. This can lead to dust particles showing up on pictures taken. It is recommended to not change
lenses when in a particularly dusty area. Also make sure to attach the lens cap onto the lens when not in use.
Select the output signal appropriate for the country when connecting the camera to an external
105 Video Out

device (like monitor or TV).
NTSC* : US, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico, etc.
PAL (supporting only the BDGHI method) : Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Holland, Finland,
Germany, England, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Thailand, Norway, etc.
When having connected to HDTV that supports Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC), the play function of camera
Anynet+
can be controlled with the TV remote controller (p. 90).
(HDMI-
On* : The play function of camera can be controlled with the TV remote controller.
CEC)
Off : The play function of camera can NOT be controlled with the TV remote controller.
The resolution on an HDTV can be changed when using an HDMI cable.
(In case of NTSC method : Auto*, 1080i, 720p, 480p
HDMI Size (In case of PAL method : Auto*, 1080i, 720p, 576p)
If the connected HDTV does not support the selected resolution, it is set to one level lower resolution.
This shows the version info of main body and lens and upgrades the firmware.
Body Firmware: This upgrades the firmware of camera body.
Lens Firmware: This upgrades the firmware of lens.
Firmware
• You can upgrade the firmware by downloading it from www.samsungimaging.com.
Update
• The Firmware update cannot be completed without fully charging the battery.
Please try updating the firmware by using a fully charged battery or adaptor(optional).
• After upgrading the firmware, the user customized options are reset to the default value.
(The date, time, language, and video output values are kept.)
Appendixes
Refer to error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips.
Error messages ……………………………………… 107

Camera maintenance ………………………………… 108
Before contacting a service center …………………… 112
Camera specifications ………………………………… 115
Lens specifications …………………………………… 119
Accessories (optional items) ………………………… 120
Index …………………………………………………… 122
Error messages
When the following error messages appear, try these remedies.
Error message Suggested remedies

Card Error • Turn off your camera and then turn it on
again.
• Remove your memory card and insert it
again.
• Format your memory card. (p. 103)
Card Locked Unlock the memory card.
DCF Full Error File names do not match the DCF standard.
10 Transfer the files on the memory card to your
computer and format the card. (p. 103)
File Error Delete the damaged file or contact a service
center.
Low Battery Insert a charged battery or recharge the
battery.
Memory Full Delete unnecessary files or insert a new
memory card.
No Image File Take photos or insert a memory card that has
some photos.
Error 00 Turn off the camera and then remove the lens
and mount the lens again.
Error 01/02 Turn off the camera and then remove the
battery and insert it again.
Camera maintenance
Cleaning your camera Camera body

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Camera lens and display
• Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the
Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens
device. These solutions can damage the camera or
gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply cause it to malfunction.
lens cleaning liquid to a piece of cleaning paper and
wipe gently.
10 About dust in the image sensor

Depending on the different shooting conditions,
dust may appear in the photo images because
the image sensor can be exposed to the external
environment. This is not a problem of the product,
and the exposure to dust can occur in everyday use
of camera.
For example, replacing the lens may get dust in the
camera’s image sensor. This product has the sensor
cleaning function that removes the dust of sensor
when executing this menu. (P. 105)
Dust in the image sensor may remain after executing
the sensor cleaning function. In that case, please
contact to the service center. When using the dust
blower, do not insert the blower through the lens
mount, the camera may malfunction.
Camera maintenance
About memory cards Memory card capacity

The memory capacity may differ depending on
Memory cards you can use shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These
capacities are based on a 1GB SD card:
You can use SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure
Digital High Capacity) memory cards. Super
Size Fine Normal RAW RAW+SF RAW+F RAW+N
Fine
14M
142 278 408 35 28 31 32
Terminal (3:2)
10M
197 382 724 - 32 34 36
(3:2)
10 Write-protect switch

6M
(3:2)
2M
322
738
615
1334
1128
2238
-
-
36
41
38
42
39
43
(3:2)
Label (front) Photos 12M 168 328 630 - 30 33 35
(16:9)
8M
234 454 860 - 34 36 37
(16:9)
5M
You can prevent files from being deleted by using a (16:9)
381 727 1334 - 38 39 40
write-protect switch on the SD or SDHC card. Slide 2M
872 1573 2638 - 42 43 43
the switch down to lock or slide it up to unlock. (16:9)
Unlock the card when shooting. Burst 1201 2092 3320 - - - -
Size HQ Normal
1280
Approx. 15mins Approx. 22mins
(16:9)
*Movies 640
(30fps) (4:3)
320
(4:3)
* The recordable time may vary if you use the zoom.

Several movies were recorded in succession to determine
the total recording time.
Camera maintenance
About the battery Battery life

Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Shooting mode Number of photos
Approx. 200 min/Approx. 400
Battery specifications Photos
photos
Mode BP1310 Videos Approx. 130 min
Type Lithium-ion battery
• The figures above are measured by Samsung’s standards and
Cell capacity 1300 mAh may differ depending on actual usage.
110 Voltage
Charging time
7.4 V
• The shooting time may change depending on the shooting
environment and shot interval.
• Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the
Approx. 150 min total recording time.
(When fully discharged)
Camera maintenance
Notes about charging the battery - Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended,

• If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is Lithium-ion replacement batteries.
inserted correctly. - Do not try to disassemble or poke with a sharp object
(pin).
• If the indicator light blinks in red or does not illuminate, - Do not apply a hard pressure on the product.
reconnect the cable, or remove the battery and insert it - Do not let the product fall from any heights, and do not
again. shock the product.
• If you charge the battery when it is warm, the indicator - Do not expose the product to high temperatures over
light may turn orange. Charging will start when the battery 60ºC(140ºF) degree.
cools down. - Do not expose the product to water or humidity.
111 When using the battery, please keep the following guidelines.
- Failure to do so may cause the generation of heat, fire,
Guidelines of disposal
- Follow the disposal instructions and properly dispose
or explosion. of the used battery.
- If you find the battery shape distorted in size, try to - Destruction by fire is not allowed for disposal of
contact a service center. battery.
- It may present physical dangers. - The disposal instruction may differ depending on the
- Use only the recommended battery charger. nation or the specific region.
- Do not place the product close to the fire device. - Please follow the given method of disposal.
- Do not insert the product into the microwave.
- Do not place the product inside a car during the summer.
Guideline of recharging the battery.
- Do not place the product in a space with hot temperature - Do not recharge the battery by using a different
and high humidity range. method other than what the user manual indicates.
- Do not use the product for long time in the carpet, Failure to do so may cause fire or explosion.
comforter, or electronic mattress.
- Do not leave the product turned on where the air cannot
be circulated.
- Be careful about the battery slot not to be connected
with accessories like necklace, coin, key, watch, and
so on.
Before contacting a service center
If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service
center. If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact
your local dealer or service center.
Situation Suggested remedies

• Make sure that the battery is inserted.
Cannot turn on the camera • Make sure that the battery is inserted correctly.
• Charge the battery.
11 The power turns off suddenly

• Your camera may be in Power save mode. (p. 104)
• The power automatically turns off to preven the camera from malfunctoning in the case
that the unit overheats.
• The battery may lose power more quickly in low temperatures (below 0° C). Keep the
battery warm by putting it into your pocket.
The camera is losing battery
power quickly
• 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.
• There is no space on the memory card. Delete unnecessary files or insert a new card.
• Format the memory card. (p. 103)
• The memory card is defective. Get a new memory card.
• The memory card is locked. Unlock the card. (p. 109)
Cannot take photos • Make sure that the camera is switched on.
• Make sure that the battery is inserted correctly.
• When the AF Priority function is used, you cannot take a picture without adjusting
the correct focus on the subject. Disable the AF Priority function, or se t the focus
accurately.
The camera freezes Remove the battery and insert it again.
• The flash option may be set to Off. (p. 54)
The flash does not work
• You cannot use the flash in the mode, or some modes.
The flash fires unexpectedly
The flash may fire due to static electricity.
This is not a malfunction of the camera.

The date and time are Set the date and time in the Setting2 ( 2 ) menu.
incorrect
The display or buttons do Remove the battery and insert it again.
not work
The memory card has an error The memory card has not been reset. Format the card. (p. 103)
If you change the name of a file, your camera may not play the file (the name of the file
Cannot play back files should meet the DCF standard). If you encounter this situation, play back files on your
computer.
11 • If the subject is out of focus, the photo may be blurry. Make a change to the shooting
condition.
The photo is blurry • If the camera is shaken while shooting, the photo may be blurry. Use the tripod to avoid
possible camera shake.
• Make sure that the lens is clean. If not, clean the lens. (p. 108)
The colors in the photo do not An incorrect white balance can create unrealistic color. Select the proper white balance
match the actual scene option to suit the light source. (p. 66)
Your photo is overexposed.
• Adjust the exposure value. (p. 64)
The photo is too bright • Adjust the aperture value or the shutter speed. (p. 40)
• Turn off the flash. (p. 54)
• Adjust the ISO speed. (p. 58)
Your photo is underexposed.
• Adjust the exposure value.
The photo is too dark • Adjust the aperture value or the shutter speed.
• Turn on the flash.
• Adjust the ISO speed.
The wide-angle lens may create distortions on the image. This is the normal feature of the
The photo is distorted
wide-angle lens.
• Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the external monitor with the A/V
The TV does not display your
and HDMI cable.
photos
• Make sure that your memory card contains photos.
• Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly.
Your computer does not
• Make sure that your camera is switched on.
recognize your camera
• Make sure that you are using a supported operating system.
Your computer disconnects the The file transmission may be interrupted by static electricity. Disconnect the USB cable
11 camera while transferring files and connect it again.

The codec installed in your computer may not be compatible with the video files you want
to play. Use QuickTime® Player or install Codec Pack Full.
• Using QuickTime® Player 7.6

1. Install QuickTime® Player 7.6 which supports MP4 (H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC)).
2. Play videos using QuickTime® Player.
Your computer cannot play
videos
• Using Codec Pack Full
1. Install the latest version of Codec Pack Full.
2. Play videos using the media player (Media Player Classic or Windows Media Player
11 recommended).
• Install QuickTime® Player 7.6 or K-Lite Codec Pack Full on Windows XP SP2 or later.
• Depending on your computer environment, the video playback may be intermittent.
Camera specifications
Specification Specification
Image Type CMOS Viewfinder Type EVF
Sensor Sensor size 23.4×15.6mm Resolution VGA (640x480) 921k dots
Effective Pixel Approx. 14.6 Mega-pixels equiv.
Total Pixel Approx. 15.1 Mega-pixels Field of View Approx. 100%
Color Filter RGB primary color filter Magnification Approx. 0.86x (APS-C,
50mm, -1m-1)
Lens Mount Samsung NX Mount
Eyepoint About 20.2mm
Usable Lens Samsung Lenses
Diopter Approx. -4.0 ~ +2.0m-1
115 Image
Stabilization
Dust
Type
Type
Lens Shift (depends on
Lens)
Super sonic drive
Focusing
Adjustment
Type Contrast AF
Reduction Focusing point Selection : 1point (Free
selection)
Display Type AMOLED Multi : Normal 15points,
Size 3.0” Close Up 35points
Face Detection : Max.
Resolution VGA (640x480) 614k dots 10faces
(PenTile).
Modes Single AF, Continuous AF,
Live view Field of view : Approx. MF
100%
AF-assist lamp Yes (Green LED)
Shutter Type Electronically controlled
vertical-run focal plane
shutter
Speed Auto:1/4000sec. ~ 30sec.
Manual:1/4000sec. ~
30sec. (1/3EV or 1/2EV
step)
Bulb (Limit time : 8 min)
Exposure Metering TTL 247 (19x13) Block Flash Type TTL Auto Pop-up flash
System segment
Modes Smart Flash, Auto, Auto +
Metering : Multi, Center- Red-eye reduction, Fill-in,
weighted, Spot Fill-in + Red-eye reduction,
Metering range : EV0 ~ 18 1st Curtain, 2nd Curtain, OFF
(ISO100·30mm F2.0) Guide Number 11 (at ISO 100)
Compensation ±3 EV (1/2EV, 1/3EV step) Angle of View 28mm wide-angle
AE Lock AEL button Coverage (Equivalent to 35mm)
11 ISO Equivalent Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800,
Drive Mode Modes

1600, 3200 (1EV step)
Single, Continuous, Burst,
Sync. Speed
Flash
Compensation
Less than 1/180sec.
-2 - +2EV (0.5EV step)
Self-timer, Bracket (AE, WB, External Flash Samsung External Flash

PW) available (SEF 42A,
Continuous JPEG : 3fps up to 10shots, SEF 20A) (optional)
Burst mode : 30fps, Synchro Hot Shoe
30shots by 1 released (Flash
RAW : 3fps up to 3shots attachment)
Bracket Auto Exposure Bracket White Modes Auto, Daylight, Cloudy,
(±3EV), White Balance Balance Fluorescent (W, N, D),
Bracket (±3step), Picture Tungsten, Flash, Custom,
Wizard Bracket (Selectable K(Manual)
3modes)
Micro Each 7steps in Amber /
Self-timer 2-30sec. (1sec. step) adjustment Blue / Green / Magenta axis
Remote Wired : SR9NX01 (Optional) Picture Modes Standard, Vivid, Portrait,
controller Wizard Landscape, Forest, Retro,
Cool, Calm, Classic,
Custom (1-3)
Parameter Contrast, Sharpness,
Saturation, Color tone
Shooting Modes Smart Auto, Program, Movie Format MP4 (H.264)
Shutter Priority AE, Aperture Compression Movie : H.264 , Sound :
Priority AE, Manual, Night, AAC
Portrait, Landscape, Scene,
Movie Movie Clip With Audio or without Audio
(user selectable, recording
Scene Mode Beauty shot, Children, time : 25 minutes)
Close Up, Text, Sunset,
Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Image size 1280x720 , 640x480 ,
Beach & Snow 320x240
11
Image Size JPEG (3:2): Frame rate 30fps
14M (4592x3056), Sound Mono Sound
10M (3872x2592),
6M (3008x2000), Movie Editing Still Image Capture, Time
2M (1920x1280), Trimming
1.4M (1472x976): Image Play Type Single image, Thumbnails
Burst mode only (3/9/20 images), Slide
JPEG (16:9): show, Movie
12M (4592x2584),
8M (3872x2176), Highlight Available
5M (3008x1688), Warning
2M (1920x1080) Editing Red eye fix, Back light
RAW: 14M (4592x3056) comp., Photo Style Selector,
Quality Super fine , Fine, Normal Resize, Rotate, Face
Retouch
RAW Format SRW
Photo Style Soft, Vivid, Forest, Autumn,
Color Space sRGB, Adobe RGB Selector Misty, Gloomy, Classic
Storage Media External memory Direct Printing PictBridge
card(optional): SD card Interface Digital Output USB 2.0 (HI-SPEED)
(up to 4GB guaranteed),
SDHC card (up to 8GB Connector
guaranteed) Video output NTSC, PAL (user selectable)
File Format RAW (SRW), JPEG (EXIF HDMI 1.3 : (1080i, 720P,
2.21), DCF, DPOF 1.1, 576P / 480P)
PictBridge 1.0 External Yes
Capacity 14M : RAW 35 Release
(1GB) 14M : Super Fine 142, Fine
11
DC power input DC 9.0V, 1.5A (100 ~ 240V)
278, Normal 408 connector
10M : Super Fine 197, Fine
382, Normal 724 Power Rechargeable battery :
6M : Super Fine 322, Fine Source BP1310 (1300mAh)
615, Normal 1128 Charger: BC1310
2M : Super Fine 738, Fine Type AC Adaptor : AD9NX01
1334, Normal 2238 (Optional)
Burst (1.4M) : Super Fine * Included battery may vary
1201, Fine 2092, Normal depending on sales region
3320 Physical 123×87×39.8mm
12M(W) : Super Fine 168, Dimensions
Specifica- (excluding the projecting
Fine 328, Normal 630 (WxHxD)
tion parts of the camera)
8M(W) : Super Fine 234, Fine
454, Normal 860 353g (without batteries and
Weight
5M(W) : Super Fine 381, Fine card)
727, Normal 1334
Operating 0 ~ 40 °C
2M(W) : Super Fine 872, Fine
1573, Normal 2638 Temperature
Movie : 1280x720 : High Operating 5 ~ 85%
Quality 15min., Normal 22min. Humidity
640x480 : High Quality
44min., Normal 66min. Software Samsung Master, Samsung
320x240 : High Quality Application RAW Converter, QuickTime
145min., Normal 210min. Player 7.6
※ These figures are * Specifications are subject to change without prior notice
measured under the * All trademarks are the property of their respective owners
Samsung standard
Lens specifications
Lens Name SAMSUNG 30mm F2 SAMSUNG 18-55mm SAMSUNG 50-200mm
F3.5-5.6 OIS F4-5.6 ED OIS
30mm (equivalent to 18 - 55mm (equivalent to 50 - 200mm (equivalent to

Focal Length 46.2mm in 35mm format) 27.7-84.7mm in 35mm 77-308mm in 35mm format)
format)
5 elements in 5 groups 12 elements in 9 groups 17 elements in 13 groups

Elements in Groups (1 Aspherical lens included) (1 Aspherical lens included) (2 Extra-low Dispersion lens
included)
Angle of View 50.2° 75.9°- 28.7° 31.4°- 8.0°
F2 (Min. F22), (Number of F3.5 - 5.6 (Min. F22), F4 - 5.6 (Min. F22), (Number
11 Aperture
Mount Type
Blades : 7 , Circular Aperture (Number of Blades : 7 ,
Diaphragm)
Samsung NX Mount
of Blades : 7 , Circular
Circular Aperture Diaphragm) Aperture Diaphragm)
Samsung NX Mount Samsung NX Mount
Optical Image Stabilizer No Yes Yes
Minimum Focus Distance 0.25m ~ ∞ 0.28m ~ ∞ 0.98m ~ ∞
Maximum Magnification Approx. 0.16X Approx. 0.22X Approx. 0.2X
Lens Hood Optional Included Included
Filter Size 43mm 58mm 52mm
Max. Diameter x Length 61.5 x 21.5mm 63 x 65.1mm 70 x 100.5mm
Weight Approx. 85g (without hood) Approx. 198g (without hood) Approx. 417g (without hood)
Operating Temperature 0 ~ 40°C 0 ~ 40°C 0 ~ 40°C
Operating Humidity 5 ~ 85% 5 ~ 85% 5 ~ 85%
The lens provided may differ by the model.

Accessories (optional items)
Lens
The 30mm, 18-55mm, and 50-200 lenses are exclusively used for the Samsung NX-
series camera.
Memory card
In this camera, the memory cards such as SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure
Digital High Capacity) may be used.
10 A/V cable

The camera can be connected to an external device by using an A/V cable.
Shutter release
This product minimizes the possible shaking of camera when taking pictures by using
a tripod or taking pictures at a low shutter speed.
Adaptor
The power needed in the camera can be supplied by connecting to a power socket
using this adaptor.
Accessories(optional items)
Strap
Straps can be purchased separately.
Camera bag
Camera bag can be purchased separately.
Filter
11
Optional filters can be purchased and attached to the lens.
Flash
Optional flash(SEF 20A or SEF 42A) can be purchased for your various shooting
experience.
HDMI Cable
You can view high-quality and uncompressed photos or videos on an HDMI (High
Definition Multimedia Interface) using the optional HDMI cable.
Battery pack
Battery pack can be purchased separately.
The image of components or optional parts can differ from that of actual products.
Please refer to the user's manual of optional items.
Index
A Camera specifications 118 H
Adjusting exposure 5 D Half-shutter 31
Automatic focus 33 HDTV 90
Aperture priority mode 40 Direction keys 5 HDMI Size 105
Aperture value 40 Diopter adjustment dial 16
AF Priority 59 Display type 28 I
AF assist light 60 Depth of field 36
Depth Preview 36 ISO sensitivity 58
AE BKT 71 Icons 25
AEL function 75 Deleting a file 80
Display 102 Image stabilization 31
AF Sound 102 Index printing 88
Date&Time 104
1
Anynet+ 105
Appendixes 106 E J
Accessories (optional items) 120
Eye sensor 15 JPEG 98
B Eye-cup 16 K
Background 7 EV button 42
Bulb exposure 43 External flash 58 Key mapping 75
Bracket setup 72 Error message 107
L
Backlight adjustment 86 F
Button sound 102 Lens 17
Battery 18, 112 Fn 27 Landscape mode 44
Flash popup button 54 Language 102
C Focusing methods 59 Lens specifications 124
Composition 7 Face detection 62
File protection 80 M
Close-up 38
Continuous AF 59 Face retouching 86
Mounting/dismounting the lens 21
Center-weighted metering 65 Format 103
Manual focus 33
Color temperature 68 File name 103
Manual mode 42
Color space 69 File number 103
Multi AF 60
Changing the shooting method 71 Folder type 103
Multi-metering 65
Continuous shooting 71 Firmware update 105
Mac users 94
Camera maintenance 108 Memory card 110
Index
N R System volume 102

Sensor cleaning 105
Night mode 44 Recording a movie 47
Noise reduction 52 Resolution 50 T
Red-eye reduction 55
O Rotating 85 Title and role of each part 14
Red-eye fix 86 Turning on the power 23
Option/menu selection method 26 Tips 31
OIS 34 Regular TV 89
RAW 98 Timer 53
P Reset 103 Thumbnail view 79
U
1 Program mode 39
Portrait mode 44
P Wiz BKT 71
S
Shooting mode 5 Unpacking 13
Using the dial 26
Picture wizard 73 Subject 7
Status lamp 16 User display 29
Playback 77
Picture editing 82 Strap 22 V
Picture style 86 Sound 29
Print info 87 Smart Auto mode 38 View a movie 83
Photo printer 99 Shutter Priority mode 41 Video Out 105
PictBridge 99 Shutter speed 41
Scene mode 45 W
Power save 104
Setting the flash option 54
Wind Cut 48
Q Single AF 59
White balance 66
Selection AF 60
Quality 51 Windows users 91
Self-portrait face detection 63
QuickTime player 91 WB BKT 71
Spot metering 65
Quickview 102 Smart range 70 Z
Shooting method 71
Smart album 79 Zoom 33
Slide show 82
Samsung Master 95 1st Curtain 55
Samsung Raw Converter 96 2nd Curtain 55
Correct Disposal of This Product Correct disposal of batteries in this product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems)
countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other
the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the
USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains
at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive
environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of, these substances
please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle can cause harm to human health or the environment.
them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources. Household users should contact either the retailer To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please
where they purchased this product, or their local government separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them
office, for details of where and how they can take these items for through your local, free battery return system.
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 This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
Samsung Eco-mark
It is Samsung’s own symbol mark is used to
effectively communicate Samsung’s environmental
friendly product activities to the consumers. The
mark represents Samsung’s continuous effort on
development of environmental conscious products.
Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website
http://www.samsungimaging.com for after-sales service or inquiries.

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This user manual includes detailed usage

instructions for your camera. Please read

User Manual Extended shooting functions

Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight

Shutter Speed Priority

Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness)

 Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]

Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)

 Mounting/dismounting the lens ................................ 21

Playback/Editing .................................................. 76 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ....... 99

Play (picture/movie) ................................................... 77 Camera settings menu....................................... 100

11 Picture editing ........................................................... 85

Camera (Body cap, Software installation

1 cover included) manual)

Dial (p. 26) Hot-shoe (p. 58)

1 AF-assist light Flash button

Body cap (p. 21)

HDMI port (p. 90)

Eye-cup (p. 16)

MENU button (p. 26) AEL button (p. 75)

EV button (p. 42)

Playback Battery chamber

Diopter adjustment dial/Eye-cup/

Use of Diopter adjustment dial Status lamp

Description for each part of the lens

Lens AF/MF switch

Color of charge lamp Charging status

Installing the battery

When taking out the battery, slightly pull down on the

2 lock lever. The battery may then be removed.

Installing the memory card

Mounting/dismounting the lens Dismounting the lens

1 Before mounting the lens

• Mounting or dismounting the lens while the

Connecting the strap

 MENU Exit OK Change

MENU Exit OK Change

3 Press [/] to select Date and then

MENU Exit OK Change

MENU Back DST

7 To set the daylight saving time, press [].

MENU Exit OK Change

1 Press [MENU] in the shooting mode. Using the dial

ISO setting, menu movment ()

3 To save selected option or menu, press [ ].

The user can return to the state of shooting by pressing

Using [Fn] 6 Press [].

-2 +2 8 Align your subject in the frame and half-

Changing the display type Viewing the function descriptions of menu

SF Resolution and H/V ratio of images can be set.

• Display all the shooting information except for

Setting user display Setting the sound

No signal sound is made

▲ Insufficient exposure ▲ Relevant exposure ▲ Excessive exposure

1 Rotate the mode dial to . 3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

0 2 Align your subject in the frame.

Holding your camera correctly Half-pressing the shutter button

Please make sure In order to check in

Under the following circumstances, it may be difficult to

 using the expanded image, the focus can be adjusted

• By using the control level of [AF/MF], the focus

Under the half-shutter state, press the [AEL] button of the

▲ Before applying OIS ▲ After applying OIS

After setting the OIS switch, select the OIS function in

Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]

Mounting/dismounting the lens ................................ 21

1 cover included) manual)

1 AF-assist light Flash button

1 Before mounting the lens

MENU Exit OK Change

0 2 Align your subject in the frame.

using the expanded image, the focus can be adjusted

value, the greater the depth of field.

2 Select Shooting 2 ( 2) → AF Area →

3 Press [Shutter] if having an info sound of