Samsung NX11 User Manual

This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.ENGUser ManualDownloaded From camera-userma

9ContentsChapter 4Camera settings menuUser settings ... 92EV step ...

99Camera settings menu > Setting 3Item DescriptionFirmware UpdateDisplay the firmware version of the camera body and lens, and update the firmware.•

100Camera settings menuSetting 4Learn about the menu items of the Setting 4. You should purchase an optional GPS accessory in order to use the GPS fun

101Camera settings menuSetting 5Learn about the menu items of the Setting 5.To set Setting 5 options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► 5 ► an option.* De

Chapter 5Connecting to external devicesMake full use of the camera by connecting it to external devices such as a computer, TV, or photo printer. Down

103Connecting to external devicesViewing files on a TV or HDTVPlay back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable.Viewing

104Connecting to external devices > Viewing files on a TV or HDTVViewing files on an HDTV1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m] ► \ ► HDMI Size ►

105Connecting to external devicesPrinting photosPrint photos on your camera by connecting to printers directly or saving Digital Print Order Format (D

106Connecting to external devices > Printing photosConfiguring print settingsImagesSizeLayoutTypeQualityDatePrint ExitOne PhotoAutoAutoAutoAutoAutoO

107Connecting to external devices > Printing photosDPOF optionsOption DescriptionStandardYou can select photos to print and the number of copies fo

108Connecting to external devicesTransferring files to your computerTransfer files on a memory card to your computer by connecting the camera to the PC.

10ContentsChapter 6AppendixError messages ... 119Maintaining the camera ...

109Connecting to external devices > Transferring files to your computerDisconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)With Windows Vista and Windows 7, th

110Connecting to external devicesEditing photos on a PCDigital photos can be edited in a variety of ways through image editing programs. Learn to edit

111Connecting to external devices > Editing photos on a PCRequirementsItem RequirementsOSWindows XP SP2, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 (32-bit editio

112Connecting to external devices > Editing photos on a PCUsing the Intelli-studio Interface123456789101213141511No. Description1 Open menus.2 Disp

113Connecting to external devices > Editing photos on a PCTransferring files using Intelli-studioYou can easily transfer files on your camera to your

114Connecting to external devices > Editing photos on a PCUsing Samsung RAW ConverterPhotos captured by a camera are often transformed to JPEG form

115Connecting to external devices > Editing photos on a PCEditing RAW format filesIf you edit the RAW format files with the Samsung RAW Converter, yo

116Connecting to external devices > Editing photos on a PC3 Adjust the exposure with the scroll bar. Original imageP Mode, Aperture: f=8, Shutter

117Connecting to external devices > Editing photos on a PCTo save RAW files in JPEG or TIFF formats1 Select File ► Open file and open a file.2 Select

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11Concepts in PhotographyStanding photographyCompose your shot; stand up straight with your feet shoulder-length apart, and keep your elbows pointed d

119AppendixWhen the following error messages appear, try these remedies.Error messages Suggested remediesLens is lockedThe lens is locked. Rotate the

120AppendixCleaning the cameraCamera lens and displayUse a brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply

121Appendix > Maintaining the camera• Your camera consists of delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the camera.• Protect the display from external force

122Appendix > Maintaining the cameraAbout memory cardSupported memory cardYour camera supports SD or SDHC memory cards.TerminalWrite-protect switch

123Appendix > Maintaining the cameraSize Super Fine Fine Normal RAW RAW + S.Fine RAW + Fine RAW + NormalPhoto14M 4592X3056 (3:2) 141 282 423 34 25

124Appendix > Maintaining the cameraCautions when using memory cards• Do not remove the memory card or turn off your camera while the lamp is blink

125AppendixAbout the batteryUse only Samsung-approved batteries.Battery specificationsModelBP1310TypeLithium-ion batteryCell capacity1,300 mAhVoltage7.

126Appendix > About the batteryPersonal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these

127Appendix > About the battery• Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries.• Do not disassemble the battery o

128AppendixBefore contacting a service centerIf you are having trouble with your device, try these troubleshooting solutions before contacting a servi

12Concepts in PhotographyCrouching photographyCompose your shot, crouch with one knee touching the ground, and keep a straight posture.ApertureThe ape

129Appendix > Before contacting a service centerSituation Suggested remediesThe display or buttons do not workRemove the battery and insert it agai

130Appendix > Before contacting a service centerSituation Suggested remediesYour computer cannot play videosDepending on the software you use, vide

131AppendixCamera specificationsImage SensorTypeCMOSSensor size23.4 X 15.6 mmEffective pixels Approx. 14.6 mega-pixelsTotal pixels Approx. 15.1 mega-pi

132Appendix > Camera specificationsSpeed• Auto: 1/4,000-30 sec.• Manual: 1/4,000-30 sec. (1/3 or 1/2 EV Step)• Bulb (time limit: 8 min)ExposureM

133Appendix > Camera specificationsDynamic Range ExpansionSmart range on/offPicture WizardModeStandard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Forest, Retro, C

134Appendix > Camera specificationsSmart filter size• JPEG (3:2): 6M (3008X2000), 2M (1920X1280), VGA (640X424)• JPEG (16:9): 5M (3008X1688), 2M

135AppendixLens specificationsLens Name SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS II SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED SAMSUNG 20 mm F2.8Focus Length18-55 mm (equivalen

136Appendix > Lens specificationsLens Name SAMSUNG 30 mm F2 SAMSUNG 50-200 mm F4-5.6 ED OIS IIFocus Length30 mm (equivalent to 46.2 mm in 35 mm form

137AppendixGlossaryAdobeRGBAdobe RGB is used for commercial printing and has a larger color range than sRGB. Its wider range of colors helps you to ea

138Appendix > GlossaryDPOF (Digital Print Order Format)A format for writing printing information, such as selected images and number of prints, on

13Concepts in PhotographyThe size of the aperture is represented by a value known as an “F-number.” The f-number represents the focal length divided b

139Appendix > GlossaryH.264/MPEG-4A high-compression video format established by international standard organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T. This codec

140Appendix > GlossaryNoiseMisinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs whe

141Appendix > GlossarysRGB (Standard RGB)International standard of colour space established by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission).

142AppendixOptional accessoriesCamera bagYou can purchase the camera bag separately.Memory cardThis camera accepts SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secur

143AppendixAAperture 12, 16Auto focus 59BBatterylife 125specifications 125Bracketing 66, 68CCameraconnecting as removable disk 108connecting to P

144Appendix > IndexRRed-eye effect 71Rule of thirds 20SSamsung RAW Converter 114Shooting method 66Shooting modesAperture Priority 41Lens Prior

145Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with

146AppendixFCC noticeNOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the

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14Concepts in PhotographyShutter speedShutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important factor

15Concepts in PhotographyISO sensitivityThe exposure of an image is determined by the sensitivity of the camera. This sensitivity is based on internat

16Concepts in PhotographyHow the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity control exposureThe aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sen

17Concepts in PhotographyCorrelation between focal length, angle, and perspectiveFocal length, which is measured in millimeters, is the distance betwe

18Concepts in PhotographyDepth of fieldPortraits or still-life photos mostly acclaimed by people are the ones on which the background is out of focus s

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19Concepts in PhotographyDOF depends on focal lengthThe longer the focal length is, the lower the DOF gets. A telescope lens with a longer focal lengt

20Concepts in PhotographyDOF previewYou can use the Depth preview button to get an idea of what your shot will look like before shooting. When you pre

21Concepts in PhotographyUsing the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling compositions. Below are a few examples.Photos with two

22Concepts in PhotographyFlashLight is one of the most important components in photography. It’s not easy, however, to have an enough amount of light

23Concepts in PhotographyBounce PhotographyBounce photography refers to the method of photography which redirects the light from the subject to the ce

Chapter 1My CameraLearn about your camera’s layout, display icons, basic functions, supplied lens, and optional accessories.Downloaded From camera-us

My Camera25Getting startedUnpackingCheck your product box for the following items.Camera (including the body cap, eye-cup, and hot-shoe cover)USB ca

My Camera26Camera layoutNo. Name1 Green button Reset the value of Program Shift, Picture Wizard, White Balance, Color Temperature, Display Color, Time

My Camera > Camera layout27No. Name3 AEL button E (p. 94)• In Shooting mode: Lock the adjusted exposure value or focus.• In Playback mode: Protec

My Camera > Camera layout28No. Name1 Battery chamber coverInsert a memory card and battery.2 Tripod mount3 Display4 USB and A/V portConnect the cam

2Health and safety informationHandle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care• Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Incompatible b

My Camera29Display iconsIn Shooting modeCapturing photos1. Shooting options (left)Icon DescriptionPhoto sizePhoto qualityFocus area optionFace detecti

My Camera > Display icons30Recording videosStandby1231. Shooting options (left)Icon DescriptionVideo sizeVideo qualityFader (p. 79)Voice recording

My Camera > Display icons311234Icon DescriptionLocation informationVolumeRAW filePrint information added to file (p. 106)Sound picture file (p. 45)Pro

My Camera32LensesYou can purchase optional lenses made exclusively for your NX series camera. Learn about the functions of each lens and select one th

My Camera > Lenses33SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED lens (example)7123465No. Description1 Lens mount index2 Zoom lock switch3 Zoom ring4 Lens5 Focus r

My Camera > Lenses34To unlock the lens, rotate the zoom ring counter-clockwise until you hear the click.You cannot capture a photo when the lens is

My Camera > Lenses35Lens markingsFind out what the numbers on the lens signify.SAMSUNG 50-200 mm F4-5.6 ED OIS II lens (example)12345No. Descriptio

My Camera36Optional accessoriesYou can purchase additional accessories including external flash and GPS module that can help you capture better and mor

My Camera > Optional accessories372 Connect the flash by sliding it into the hot-shoe.3 Lock the flash into place by turning the hot-shoe fastening d

My Camera > Optional accessories38Attaching the GPS module1 Remove the hot-shoe cover from the camera.2 Mount the GPS module by sliding in into the

3Health and safety information• Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving part

My Camera39Shooting modesTwo simple shooting modes—Smart Auto and Scene mode—help you capture photos with numerous automatic settings. Additional mode

My Camera > Shooting modes40P Program modeThe camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture value so that an optimal exposure value can b

My Camera > Shooting modes41A Aperture Priority modeIn Aperture Priority mode, the camera automatically calculates shutter speed according to the a

My Camera > Shooting modes42M Manual modeManual mode lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually. In this mode, you can fully con

My Camera > Shooting modes434 Adjust the focus ring to select a scene.• You can also use the navigation button to select a scene.Backlight5 Fully p

My Camera > Shooting modes442 Adjust the focus ring to select an option.• You can also use the navigation button to select an option.ISO3 Fully pre

My Camera > Shooting modes45N Sound Picture mode In Sound Picture mode, you can add a voice memo before and after capturing a photo. You can record

My Camera > Shooting modes46s Scene modeIn Scene mode, the camera selects the best settings for each type of scene.You can select a desired scene b

My Camera > Shooting modes47Option DescriptionLandscape: Capture still-life scenes and landscapesSunset: Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-loo

My Camera > Shooting modes48v Movie modeIn Movie mode, you can shoot videos in High Definition (1280X720) and capture sound via the camera’s microph

4Health and safety information• Do not allow liquids, dirt, or foreign substances to come in contact with the memory card slot. Doing so may cause the

My Camera > Shooting modes49Available functions by shooting modeFor details about shooting functions, see Chapter 2.Function Available inSize (p. 5

Chapter 2Shooting FunctionsLearn about the functions you can set in Shooting mode. You can enjoy more customized photos and videos by using the shoot

51Shooting FunctionsSizeAs you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displaye

52Shooting FunctionsThe camera saves photos in either the JPEG or RAW format. Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to the JPEG format and

53Shooting FunctionsISO sensitivityThe ISO sensitivity value represents the sensitivity of camera to light. The larger the ISO value, the more sensiti

54Shooting FunctionsThe color of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, sel

55Shooting Functions > White Balance (light source)Option DescriptionColor Temp.:Manually adjust the color temperature of the light source.Color te

56Shooting Functions > White Balance (light source)ExamplesAuto WB DaylightFluorescent Daylight TungstenDownloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsu

57Shooting FunctionsPicture Wizard lets you apply different photo styles to your photo to create various looks and emotional moods. You can also creat

58Shooting FunctionsDigital imaging devices such as digital cameras, monitors, and printers have their own methods for representing colors, which are

5Indications used in this manualShooting mode IndicationSound pictureNPanoramapScenesMovievAbbreviations used in this manualAbbreviation DefinitionAEAu

59Shooting FunctionsLearn how to adjust the camera’s focus according to the subjects.You can select a focusing mode appropriate to the subject among S

60Shooting Functions > AF modeContinuous AFWhile you are pressing [Shutter] halfway, the camera continues to automatic focusing. Once the focus are

61Shooting FunctionsThe AF area function changes the positions of the focus area.Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subject. When there are a lot

62Shooting Functions > AF areaFace detection AFThe camera focuses on human faces preferentially. Faces of up to 10 people can be detected. This set

63Shooting Functions > AF areaSelf-portrait AFIt can be difficult to check whether your face is in focus when you are taking a self-portrait. When t

64Shooting FunctionsThe camera captures a photo only if the focus is set correctly when you press [Shutter]. Turn on this function to always get a pro

65Shooting FunctionsIn the manual focus (MF) mode, you have to rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus manually. When you set the MF Assist functio

66Shooting FunctionsYou can set the shooting method such as Continuous, Burst, Timer and so on.Select Single to capture one photo at a time. Select Co

67Shooting Functions > Drive (shooting method)BurstConsecutively capture up to 10 shots per second (3 seconds), 15 shots per second (2 seconds), or

68Shooting Functions > Drive (shooting method)Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE BKT)When you press [Shutter], the camera captures 3 consecutive photos:

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69Shooting Functions > Drive (shooting method)Picture Wizard Bracketing (P Wiz BKT)When you press [Shutter], the camera captures three consecutive

70Shooting FunctionsIn order to capture a realistic photo of a subject, the amount of light should be constant. When the light source varies, you can

71Shooting Functions > FlashCorrecting the red-eye effectIf the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear i

72Shooting Functions > FlashAdjusting the flash intensityAdjust the flash intensity to avoid overexposure or underexposure. You can adjust it by ± 2

73Shooting FunctionsThe metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light.The camera measures the amount of light in a

74Shooting Functions > MeteringCenter-weightedThe Center-weighted mode calculates a broader area than the Spot mode does. It sums up the amount of

75Shooting FunctionsThis function automatically corrects the loss of bright detail that can occur due to shading differences in the photo.Without Smar

76Shooting FunctionsUse the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) function to minimize camera shake. OIS may not be available with some lenses.Came shake

77Shooting FunctionsThe camera automatically sets the exposure by measuring the levels of light from the photo’s composition and the position of a sub

78Shooting FunctionsWhen you cannot achieve an appropriate exposure because of a strong color contrast or you want to capture a photo on which the sub

7ContentsShooting modes ... 39t Smart Auto mode ...

79Shooting FunctionsThe functions available for video are explained below.Movie AE modeSet the aperture value for shooting a movie.To set movie apertu

80Shooting Functions > Video functionsWind cutWhen you record videos in noisy environments, unintended sounds can be recorded in videos. In particu

Chapter 3Playback/EditingLearn about how to play back and edit photos and videos. Refer to chapter 5 for editing files on a PC.Downloaded From camera-

82Playback/EditingSearching and managing filesLearn how to search photos and videos quickly through the thumbnail view and to protect and delete files.V

83Playback/Editing > Searching and managing filesViewing files by category in Smart Album1 In the thumbnail view, press [m].2 Select a category, and

84Playback/Editing > Searching and managing filesDeleting multiple filesYou can select multiple files and delete them.1 In Playback mode, press [ ] ►

85Playback/EditingViewing photosEnlarging a photoYou can enlarge photos when viewing them in Playback mode. You can also use the Trim function to extr

86Playback/Editing > Viewing photosHighlightThis function identifies the parts of a photo that are excessively bright. When you view a photo with hi

87Playback/EditingPlaying videosYou can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video.Movie SizeDatePause StopVideo viewing controlsTo

88Playback/Editing > Playing videosCapturing an image during playback1 Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still image.2 Press [I].• Th

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89Playback/EditingEditing photosPerform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eye effects, and adjusting brightness, contr

90Playback/Editing > Editing photosIcon DescriptionPhoto Style Selector: Apply various photo styles to photos.Off* Soft VividForest Autumn MistyGlo

Chapter 4Camera settings menuLearn about the user settings and general settings menu. You can adjust the settings to better suit your needs and prefe

92Camera settings menuUser settings You can set the user environment with these settings.To set user options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► u ► an opt

93Camera settings menu > User settings AF assist lightWhen shooting in dark places, turn the AF assist light on in order to have a better auto focu

94Camera settings menu > User settings Key mappingYou can change the function assigned to the AEL and Preview buttons.* DefaultButton FunctionAELYo

95Camera settings menuSetting 1Learn about the menu items of the Setting 1.To set Setting 1 options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► [ ► an option.* Def

96Camera settings menu > Setting 1Item DescriptionFormatFormat the memory card. Formatting prepares a memory card for use in the camera and deletes

97Camera settings menuSetting 2Learn about the menu items of the Setting 2.To set Setting 2 options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► ] ► an option.* Def

98Camera settings menuSetting 3Learn about the menu items of the Setting 3.To set Setting 3 options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ► \ ► an option.* Def