Samsung GX-1L manual

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ŝ 1 Ş For Safe Use of Y our Camera Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera. ƃ Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly. ƃ When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory card etc.) to the A/S centre. ƃ Please check that the camera is [...]

ŝ 2 Ş Danger ƈ Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. ƈ Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive [...]

ŝ 3 Ş Caution ƈ Leaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury. Ү Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera. Ү Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire. Ү Do not insert the batteries with the reverse polarities. ƈ Remove the batteries when not planning to use the camera for a long pe[...]

ŝ 4 Ş Contents FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA 1 Danger 2 Warning 2 Caution 3 PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE 3 Contents 4 Composition of the Operating Manual 8 Before Using Your Camera 11 ƃ GX-1L Camera Characteristics 10 ƃ Checking the Contents of the Package 11 ƃ Names of Working Parts 12 ƈ Camera 12 ƈ LCD Monitor Indications 14 ƈ Viewfinder I[...]

ŝ 5 Ş Contents ƃ Using the Zoom Lens 48 ƃ Using the Built-in Flash 49 ƃ Other Shooting Modes 53 ƈ Continuous Shooting 53 ƈ Self-Timer Shooting 55 ƈ Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately) 59 ƈ Using Mirror Lock Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake 62 ƃ Playing Back Still Pictures 63 ƈ Playing Back Images 63 ƈ Rotating[...]

ŝ 6 Ş Contents ƈ How to Operate the Menu 96 ƈ [ Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items 98 ƈ [ Playback] Menu Setting Items 98 ƈ [ Set-up] Menu Setting Items 99 ƈ [ Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items 100 ƃ Using the Fn Menu 102 ƈ Capture Mode 102 ƈ Playback Mode 103 ƃ Using the Mode Dial 104 Function Reference ƃ Setting the Recorded Pixels and Qu[...]

ŝ 7 Ş Contents ƃ Using an External Flash (Optional) 153 ƃ Settings During Playback 158 ƈ Changing Playback Display Method 158 ƈ Setting the Slideshow Display Interval 159 ƃ Camera Settings 160 ƈ Formatting the SD Memory Card 160 ƈ Turning the Beep On and Off 161 ƈ Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style 161 ƈ Setting the World T[...]

ŝ 8 Ş Composition of the Operating Manual This operating manual contains the following chapters. 1. Before Using Your Camera Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various parts. 2. Getting Started Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. 3. Bas[...]

Check the package contents and names of working parts before use. GX-1L Camera Characteristics 10 Checking the Contents of the Package 11 Names of Working Parts 12 1 Before Using Y our Camera[...]

ŝ 10 Ş GX-1L Camera Characteristics ƃ Features a 23.5x15.7 mm CCD with 6.1 million effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range. ƃ Uses CR-V3, AA lithium batteries, rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries or AA alkaline batteries. ƃ Features a Digital Preview function for checking the image to ensure that the desired result is achieved[...]

ŝ 11 Ş Checking the Contents of the Package The following accessories are packaged with your camera. Check that all accessories are included. Hot shoe cover (Installed on camera) Eyecup (Installed on camera) Viewfinder cap Body mount cover (Installed on camera) USB cable I-USB17 Video cable I-VC28 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW43 Strap O-ST10 AA Alkaline[...]

ŝ 12 Ş Names of W orking Parts Shutter release button button button button button Lens mount index Tripod socket Mirror Focus mode lever AF coupler Lens information contacts Lens unlock button Self-Timer lamp/ Remote control receiver Battery cover button button / button Four-way controller e-dial Main switch Camera[...]

ŝ 13 Ş Names of W orking Parts button Built-in flash Hot shoe Card cover LCD panel Diopter adjustment lever button Card access lamp Card cover unlock lever Viewfinder Mode dial Strap lug LCD monitor USB/ Video terminal DC input terminal Terminal cover Cable switch terminal[...]

ŝ 14 Ş Names of W orking Parts ƈ The following indicators appear on the LCD monitor depending on the status of the camera. ƈ Guides appear on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds when powered on or setting dial mode. 1. Flash mode (Active mode appears) (p.49) 2. Drive mode (p.102) 3. AE metering (p.129) 4. AF mode (p.118) 5. Focusing area (p.122) 6. W[...]

ŝ 15 Ş Names of W orking Parts Capture Mode ƈ Press the button in capture mode to display the capture function settings on the LCD monitor for 15 seconds. 1. AF mode (p.118) 2. Mode dial position (p.104) 3. AE metering (p.129) 4. Flash mode (p.49) 5. Drive mode (p.102) 6. Auto bracket (p.144) 7. ISO sensitivity (p.115) 8. Image tone (p.108) 9. Q[...]

ŝ 16 Ş Names of W orking Parts Playback Mode ƈ The camera switches screen displays every time you press button during playback. ƃ Detailed Information 1. Captured images 2. Rotate icon (p.64) 3. Image folder number and file number (p.167, 168) 4. Protect icon (p.77) 5. AF mode (p.121) 6. Focusing area (p.122) 7. Shutter speed (p.133) 8. Apertur[...]

ŝ 17 Ş Names of W orking Parts ƃ Histogram Display 1. Capture quality (Image file type) 2. Image folder number and file number (p.167, 168) 3. Protect icon (p.77) 4. Histogram ƃ Areas where blooming occurred blink if [Bright Portion] warning is on. ƃ Press the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) in the histogram display to move the Histogram display [...]

ŝ 18 Ş Names of W orking Parts 1. Autofocus frame (p.37) 2. Spot metering frame (p.129) 3. Flash status (p.49) Appears when flash is available and blinks when flash is recommended but not set. 4. ISO sensitivity warning Appears when warning value is exceeded. 5. Continuous mode Appears when [AF Mode] in the [ Rec. Mode] is set to (Continuous mode[...]

ŝ 19 Ş Names of W orking Parts 11. Number of recordable images/ EV compensation Show the number of recordable images with current quality and recorded pixel setting. Show the number of continuous shooting recordable images. (p.100) EV compensation value appears when EV compensation is being adjusted. (p.132) The difference with the appropriate ex[...]

ŝ 20 Ş Names of W orking Parts 1 3 4 2 9 8 7 11 10 6 5 1. Shutter speed (p.133) 2. Aperture (p.135) 3. Flash mode (p.49) : Built-in flash is ready (when blinking, flash should be used) : Flash off : Auto discharge : Red-eye reduction flash on 4. Drive mode (p.102) : Single frame shooting : Continuous shooting : Self-Timer shooting : Remote contro[...]

This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap 22 Connecting to a Power Source 23 Inserting/ Removing the SD Memory Card 27 Turning the Camera On and Off 30 Initial Settings 31 Attaching the Lens 35 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter 37 2 Gettin[...]

ŝ 22 Ş Attaching the Strap 1. Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure on the inside of the clasp. 2. Pass the other end of the strap through the other strap lug on the camera, then secure on the inside of the clasp.[...]

ƃ CR-V3, AA lithium batteries and AA alkaline batteries are not rechargeable. ƃ Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries while the power is on. ƃ Remove the batteries when you will not use the camera for a long while. The batteries may leak. ƃ If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries after a long [...]

ŝ 24 Ş Connecting to a Power Source 3. Press down on the batteries with the battery cover ( ڹ ) and slide it as shown in the illustration ( ں ) to close. ƈ You can use four kinds of batteries with your camera. Battery performance differs by type. Please choose the type that best suits your purpose. CR-V3 The CR-V3 is a long-life battery and is[...]

ŝ 25 Ş Connecting to a Power Source ƈ You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the displayed on the LCD panel. ƈ The still picture storage capacity is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards and the playback time is based on SAMSUNG measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actua[...]

ŝ 26 Ş Connecting to a Power Source ƈ We recommend using the AC adapter D-AC10 (optional) when using the LCD monitor for a long time or when connecting to your PC. 1. Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the terminal cover. 2. Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input terminal on the camera. 3. Connect the AC plug co[...]

ŝ 27 Ş Using the memory card ƈ Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card (market product). ƃ Do not remove the SD Memory Card while card access lamp is lit. ƃ Format new SD Memory Card. Also format SD Memory Card used with other cameras. Refer to “Fo[...]

ŝ 28 Ş Using the memory card ƃ The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK protects the existing data by prohibiting recording of new data, deletion of existing data or formatting of the card. ƃ Care should be taken when removing the SD Memory Card immediately after using the camera because the card ma[...]

ŝ 29 Ş Using the memory card ƈ Choose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (data compression rate) of pictures according to how you intend to use the pictures you have taken. Pictures with larger recorded size or the more are clearer when printed. The number of pictures that can be taken (the number of pictures that can be recorded on a[...]

ŝ 30 Ş T urning the Camera On and Off ƈ Move the main switch to [ON] position. The camera will turn on. Move the main switch to [OFF] position to turn off the camera. ƃ Always turn the camera off when not in use. ƃ The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set period of time. (Default setting is 1 mi[...]

ŝ 31 Ş Initial Settings ƈ The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the “Initial Settings” screen appears on the LCD monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the language displayed on the LCD monitor and the current date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on. ƈ You c[...]

ŝ 32 Ş Initial Settings 4. Press the four-way controller ( ƌ ). The cursor moves to [ ]. 5. Press the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select the city. 6. Press the four-way controller ( ƌ ). The cursor moves to DST (daylight saving time). 7. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select (On) or (Off). 8. Press the button. The screen for settin[...]

ŝ 33 Ş Initial Settings 1. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ). The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. 2. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) to choose the date style. 3. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ). The frame moves to [24h]. 4. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) to select 24h (24 hour display) or 12h (12-hour display). 5. Press the four-way[...]

ŝ 34 Ş Initial Settings 7. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ). The frame moves to the month. 8. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) to set the month. Set the day and year in the same manner. Next, set the time. If you select [12h] in Step 4, the setting switches between am and pm depending on the time. 9. Press the button. The camera is ready [...]

ŝ 35 Ş Attaching the Lens ƈ Only D-XENON lens can be used with this camera. 1. Check that the camera is off. 2. Remove the body mount cover ( ڹ ) and lens mount cover ( ں ). Be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount side facing upward to damage. 3. Align the red dots on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise u[...]

ŝ 36 Ş Attaching the Lens 4. Remove the front lens cap by pushing the indicated portions inward. To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button ( ڻ ) and turn the lens counterclockwise. ƃ The body mount cover ( ڹ ) is a cover to prevent damage during shipping. ƃ We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfun[...]

ŝ 37 Ş Adjusting the V iewfinder Diopter ƈ Adjust the viewfinder to suit your eyesight. If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, slide the diopter adjustment lever sideways. You can slide the diopter from -2.5m -1 to +1.5m -1 . 1. Look through the viewfinder and point the camera at a well-lit scene. Slide the diopter adjustment le[...]

ŝ 38 Ş MEMO[...]

This chapter explains basic operations for shooting by setting mode dial to Scene mode(Auto Scene or Portrait mode - Flash OFF mode) and mode to ensure success. For information about advanced functions and settings for taking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward. Basic Shooting Operation 40 Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes 45 [...]

ŝ 40 Ş Basic Shooting Operation ƈ How you hold the camera is important when taking pictures. - Hold the camera firmly with both hands. - Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture. [ Horizontal position ] [ Vertical position ] ƃ To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object such as a table, tree, o[...]

ŝ 41 Ş ƈ How to set the camera so it will choose the optimum settings based on the subject lighting, distance and motion. 1. Set the mode dial to . The camera will select the optimal capturing mode for the subject. - Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes (p.45) 2. Set the focus mode lever to . Autofocus mode is set. (p.118) Letting[...]

ŝ 42 Ş Basic Shooting Operation 3. Turn the zoom ring to select the size of the subject. - Using the Zoom Lens (p.48) 5. Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken. 4. Position the subject inside the autofocus frame and press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator appears in the vi[...]

ŝ 43 Ş Basic Shooting Operation 6. Review captured images on the LCD monitor. Image displays for 1 second on the LCD monitor after capturing (Instant Review.) You can delete the image during Instant Review by pressing the button. - Setting the Display Time (p.168) - Deleting Images (p.73) - Displaying Bright Portion Warning (p.169) - Histogram Di[...]

ŝ 44 Ş Basic Shooting Operation ƈ The autofocus mechanism is not perfect. Focusing may be difficult when taking pictures under the following conditions ((a) to (f) below). These also apply to manual focusing using the focus indicator in the viewfinder. If the subject cannot be focused automatically, set the focus mode lever to and use the manual[...]

ŝ 45 Ş Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes ƈ The camera selects and set the optimum mode when (Auto Scene) on the mode dial is set to the dial indicator. Select (Portrait), (Landscape), (Macro), (Moving Object), (Night Scene Portrait), (Flash OFF), (Scene) with the mode dial if desired image is not captured in Auto Scene mode. Th[...]

ŝ 46 Ş Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes Selecting the Shooting ƈ By setting the (Scene) icon to the dial indicator, you can choose from the following 8 shooting scenes. (Night Scene) Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent shaking. (Surf & Snow) For capturing images of dazzling backgrounds, such as snowy mount[...]

ŝ 47 Ş Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes 3. Press the button. The mode palette appears. OK 4. Use the four-way controller ( ƊƌȜȞ ) to choose a mode. If Pet mode is selected, you can turn the e-dial to choose a dog or a cat icon.The function is the same, regardless of which icon you choose. 5. Press the button. The screen ret[...]

ŝ 48 Ş Using the Zoom Lens ƈ Enlarge the subject (telephoto) or capture a wider area (wide angle) with a zoom lens. Adjust it to the desired size and take the picture. ƃ Turn the zoom ring to the right or left. Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide angle. Wide Angle Telephoto ƃ The smaller the number of the d[...]

ŝ 49 Ş Using the Built-in Flash ƈ Use the following procedures to take a picture in low light or backlit conditions or when you want to manually use the built-in flash. The built-in flash is optimum at about 0.7 m to 4 m from the subject. Exposure will not be properly controlled and vignetting may occur when used at a distance closer than 0.7 m [...]

ŝ 50 Ş Using the Built-in Flash 1. Press the button. The Fn menu appears. 2. Press the four-way controller ( ƌ ). The flash options screen appears. 3. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to choose a flash mode. 4. Press the button. The screen returns to the Fn menu. The camera is ready to take a picture. 5. Press the Fn button. The camera is re[...]

ŝ 51 Ş Using the Built-in Flash 3. Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken. 2. Press the shutter release button fully. The flash discharges and the picture is taken. 3. Push the flash down to retract. 4. Push down on the portion indicated in the illustration to retract the flash. 1. Press the button. The built-in flash pops u[...]

ŝ 52 Ş Using the Built-in Flash ƈ “Red-eye” is the phenomenon where eyes look reddish in photographs taken in dark environments with a flash. This is caused by the reflection of the electronic flash in the retina of the eye. Red-eye occurs because pupils are dilated in dark environments. This phenomenon cannot be averted but the following me[...]

Continuous Shooting ŝ 53 Ş Other Shooting Modes ƈ Pictures can be taken continuously while the shutter release button is held down. 1. Press the button. The Fn menu appears. Fn OK AUTO AUTO AUTO Fn Exit[...]

ŝ 54 Ş Other Shooting Modes 2. Press the four-way controller ( Ɗ ). The Drive Mode options screen appears. 3. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select . 4. Press the button. The screen returns to the Fn menu. 5. Press the button. The camera is ready to take a picture. 6. Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operat[...]

ŝ 55 Ş Other Shooting Modes 7. Press the shutter release button fully. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is fully pressed. Take your finger off the shutter release button to stop. Continuous shooting settings are retained when the power is turned off. Display the Fn menu again and set to (Single frame shooting) to s[...]

ŝ 56 Ş Other Shooting Modes 2. Press the button. The Fn menu appears. 3. Press the four-way controller ( Ɗ ). Fn OK AUTO AUTO AUTO Fn Exit[...]

ŝ 57 Ş Other Shooting Modes The Drive Mode options screen appears. OK OK 4. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select or . 5. Press the button. The screen returns to the Fn menu. 6. Press the button. The camera is ready to take a picture. 7. Confirm in the viewfinder that the subject you wish to shoot is in the display and press the shutter [...]

ŝ 58 Ş Other Shooting Modes 8. Press the shutter release button fully. For , the self-timer lamp starts blinking slowly and blinks rapidly 2 seconds before the shutter is released. The beep is heard and the rate increases. The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed fully. For , the shutter will be re[...]

ŝ 59 Ş Other Shooting Modes ƈ The shutter can be released with the optional remote control unit. You can select from h (remote control) and (three-second delay) for remote control shooting. The shutter will be released immediately after the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed. The shutter will be released 3 seconds after[...]

ŝ 60 Ş Other Shooting Modes 3. Press the four-way controller ( Ɗ ). The Drive Mode options screen appears. OK 4. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select or . The self-timer lamp will blink to let you know that the camera is in remote control wait status. 5. Press the button. The screen returns to the Fn menu. 6. Press the button. The came[...]

ƃ Exposure may be affected if light enters the viewfinder. Attach the provided viewfinder cap or use the AE lock function (p.161) (ignore the light entering the viewfinder when the exposure mode is set to a (manual) (p.137)). ƃ Remove the Eyecup by pulling one side out and toward you when using accessories such as the ME viewfinder cap. ƃ Turn t[...]

ŝ 62 Ş Other Shooting Modes ƈ Use the Mirror Lock Up function if camera shake is evident even when Cable Switch (optional) or Remote Control Unit (optional) is used. When shutter release button is pressed, mirror pops up and shutter is released 2 seconds later if 2 sec. Self-Timer is used. Avoid camera shake when mirror pops up by using this met[...]

ŝ 63 Ş Playing Back Still Pictures ƈ You can play back captured still pictures with the camera. 1. Press the button after taking a picture. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed on the LCD monitor. ƃ Use the included “Digimax Master” software to play back using a PC. Refer to the software instruc[...]

ŝ 64 Ş 2. Press the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ). Ȝ : The previous image appears. Ȟ : The next image appears. ƈ You can rotate images 90° counterclockwise at a time. Make images shot vertically easier to view. 1. Press the button after taking a picture. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed on the [...]

Enlarging Playback Images ŝ 65 Ş 3. Press the button. Image rotation information is saved. ƈ You can magnify images up to 12 times when displaying. 1. Press the button and use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select an image. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor. Playing B[...]

ŝ 66 Ş Playing Back Still Pictures 2. Turn the e-dial to the right (toward ). Image enlarges at each calibration and can be enlarged to 12 times the original. Turn to the left (toward ) to return. Press the button to return to the original size. Press four-way controller ( ƊƌȜȞ ) in zoom display to change the display area. 20 . x ƈ You can d[...]

ŝ 67 Ş Playing Back Still Pictures 1. Press the button. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed on the LCD monitor. 2. Turn the e-dial to the left (toward ). Up to nine thumbnail images will be displayed at once. Press the four-way controller ( ƊƌȜȞ ) to select an image. A scroll bar appears at the r[...]

ŝ 68 Ş Playing Back Still Pictures ƈ You can play back all images recorded on your SD Memory Card successively. To start continuous playback, use the menu screen displayed on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the button and use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select an image to be displayed first. The most recently captured image (image with the lar[...]

ŝ 69 Ş Playing Back Still Pictures 3. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ). Start screen is displayed and slideshow begins. Press any button to end slideshow. Press the shutter release button or the button, slide the main switch to (preview) or turn the mode dial to change to Capture mode. ƃ Set the display time for slideshow in the [ Playback] [...]

ŝ 70 Ş Connecting the Camera to A V Equipment ƈ By using the video cable, you can play back images using a TV or other device with a video IN jack as your monitor. Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable. - Selecting the Video Output Format (p.166) 1. Open the terminal cover and connect the video cabl[...]

ŝ 71 Ş Processing Images with Filters ƈ You can edit shot images using digital filters. Processed images are saved under a different name. ƃ Digital Filter Slim B&W Convert to a black and white image. Sepia Add a vintage touch to photos by converting them to sepia color. Soft Create a soft image by lightly fading the entire image. Select fr[...]

ŝ 72 Ş Processing Images with Filters 2. Press the four-way controller ( Ȝ ). The screen for selecting the filter appears. OK 7. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗ ) to select [Save as]. OK 5. Adjust with e-dial if slim filter, soft filter or brightness filter is selected. Turn counterclockwise for wider and clockwise for slimmer if slim filter is[...]

ŝ 73 Ş Deleting Images ƈ You can delete one image at a time. 1. Press the button and use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select an image to delete. 2. Press the button. The Delete screen appears. 3. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗ ) to select [Delete]. 100-0046 100-0046 OK 4. Press the button. The image is deleted. ƃ Deleted images cannot [...]

ŝ 74 Ş Deleting Images ƈ You can delete all saved images at once. 2. Press the button twice. The Delete All screen appears. 1. Press the button. 4. Press the button. All images are deleted. 3. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗ ) to select [Delete All]. OK ƃ Deleted images cannot be restored. ƃ Protected images cannot be deleted. INFORMA TION De[...]

ŝ 75 Ş Deleting Images ƈ You can delete multiple images from the nine-image display at once. 1. Press the button. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor. 2. Turn the e-dial to the left (toward ). Nine thumbnail images appear. 100-0046 ƃ Deleted images cannot be restored. ƃ Pr[...]

ŝ 76 Ş Deleting Images 3. Press the button. appears above the images. 4. Use the four-way controller ( ƊƌȜȞ ) to move to the images to delete and press the button. Image is selected and appears. Press button to select all images (the selection of images may take time to complete depending on the number of images). 5. Press the button. The Del[...]

ŝ 77 Ş Protecting Images ƈ You can protect images from being accidentally deleted. ſ Even protected images are deleted if the SD Memory Card is formatted. 1. Press the button and use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select an image. The most recently captured images (image with the largest file number) are displayed first on the LCD monitor.[...]

ŝ 78 Ş Protecting Images 1. Press the button. 2. Press the button twice. The Protect all images screen appears. 3. Press the four-way controller ( Ɗ ) to select [Protect] and press the button. All images saved in the SD Memory Card are protected. ſ Select [Unprotect] in Step 3 to cancel the Protect setting on all of the images. OK Protecting Al[...]

ŝ 79 Ş Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) ƈ You can order conventional photograph prints by taking the SD Memory Card with recorded images to a store for a printing service. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings allow you to specify the number of copies or to imprint the date. ƈ Set the following items for each image. 1. Press the button [...]

ŝ 80 Ş Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) 4. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to choose the number of copies and press the four-way controller ( ƌ ). The frame moves to [Date]. 6. Press the button. The DPOF settings are saved and the camera returns to playback status. 5. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ )to choose whether to insert the da[...]

ŝ 81 Ş Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) 1. Press the button in Playback mode. The Fn menu appears. Fn OK Fn 2. Press the four-way controller ( Ɗ ). The DPOF screen appears. 00 100-0046 100-0046 Fn OK 3. Press the button. The screen for making DPOF settings for all images appears. 00 OK 4. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to choose the num[...]

ŝ 82 Ş Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) 5. Press the button. The DPOF settings for all the images are saved and the camera returns to playback status. ƃ The number of copies specified in settings for all images applies to all the images. Before printing, check that the number is correct. ƃ Settings for single images are canceled when setting[...]

ŝ 83 Ş Printing Using PictBridge ƈ This function lets you print images directly from the camera without using a PC (direct printing). Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printer with the included USB cable to print directly. Select the images you want to print, the number of copies and whether to insert the date or not on the camera aft[...]

ŝ 84 Ş Printing Using PictBridge 1. Press the button. The [ Rec. Mode] menu appears. 2. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select the [ Set-up] menu. 3. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) to select [Transfer Mode]. 4. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ). A pop-up menu appears. Setting [Transfer Mode] Set-up Format Beep Date Adjust World T[...]

ŝ 85 Ş Printing Using PictBridge 5. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) to select [PictBridge]. OK 6. Press the button. The setting is changed. 7. Press the button. 1. Turn the camera off. 2. Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printer using the USB cable supplied with the camera. Connecting the Camera to the Printer Set-up Brightness L[...]

ŝ 86 Ş Printing Using PictBridge 4. After printer start-up is complete, turn the camera on. The PictBridge menu appears. OK 3. Turn the printer on. 1. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) to select [Print One] on the PictBridge menu. OK 2. Press the button. The Print one screen appears. ƃ PictBridge menu is not displayed if [Transfer Mode] is se[...]

ŝ 87 Ş Printing Using PictBridge 3. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to choose an image to print. 1 OK 1 100-0046 100-0046 Fn 4. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) to choose the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies. 5. Use the button to choose whether to insert the date ( ) or not ( ). ( ) : The date will be printed. ( ) : The da[...]

ŝ 88 Ş Printing Using PictBridge 9. Use the four-way controller ( ƊƌȜȞ ) to choose the paper size. You can only choose a size that is supported by your printer. When the Paper Size is set to [Standard], images are printed according to the printer settings. OK 10. Press the button. 11. [Repeat Steps 8 to 10 to set [Paper Type], [Quality] and [[...]

ŝ 89 Ş Printing Using PictBridge 3. Choose the number of copies and whether to imprint the date or not. The number of copies and the date setting that you choose apply to all of the images. Refer to Steps 4 and 5 of ŗ Printing Single Images” (p.87) for details on how to change the settings. 1 28 OK 1 28 100-0046 100-0046 Fn 4. Press the button[...]

ŝ 90 Ş Printing Using PictBridge 1. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) to select [DPOF AUTOPRINT] on the PictBridge menu. 2. Press the button. The Print w/ DPOF settings screen appears. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to check the number of copies for each image, whether the date is imprinted or not, and total number of copies. Print setti[...]

When using menus and Fn menu, items which cannot be changed due to camera settings appear gray and cannot be selected. Explains the functions of GX-1L by buttons and menus. Using the Button Functions 92 Using the Menu 96 Using the Fn Menu 102 Using the Mode Dial 104 4 Menu Reference[...]

ŝ 92 Ş Using the Button Functions ƈ Functions of buttons used during shooting are noted. ڹ Shutter release button Press to capture images. (p.43) ں Main switch Move to turn the power on/off (p.30) and confirm the depth of field (Preview) (p.128). ڻ Lens unlock button Press to detach lens. (p.36) Capture Mode ڹ ں ڻ ڽ ھ ۀ ہ ۇ ۆ ۅ ۄ ?[...]

ŝ 93 Ş Using the Button Functions ڼ Focus mode lever Switches between Autofocus mode (p.118) and Manual focus mode (p.125). ڽ Mode dial Changes the Shooting mode. (p.104) ھ button Press to pop up the built-in flash. (p.49) ڿ button Displays the [ Rec. Mode] menu (p.98). Next, press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ) to display [ Playback] menu (p[...]

ŝ 94 Ş Using the Button Functions ƈ Functions of buttons used during playback are noted. ڹ Shutter release button Press to switch to capture mode. ں Main switch Move to turn the camera on and off. (p.30) ڻ button Press to display the [ Playback] menu (p.98). Next, press the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to display [ Set-up] menu (p.99), [ Cust[...]

ڼ button Press to delete images. (p.73) ڽ button Press to show shooting information on the LCD monitor. (p.16) ھ button Press to switch to capture mode. ڿ button Press to protect images from being accidentally erased. (p.77) ۀ e-dial Uses it to enlarge an image (p.65) or display nine images at the same time. (p.66) ہ OK button Saves the setti[...]

ŝ 96 Ş Using the Menu ƈ This section explains operation methods for [ Rec. Mode] menu, [ Playback] menu, [ Set-up] menu and [ Custom Setting] menu. ƃ Displaying the Menu screen 1. Press the button in Capture mode. - The [ Rec. Mode] menu appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ). - [ Playback] menu, [ Set-up] menu and [...]

ƃ Select a menu item and set ƃ Procedure to set the [Quality Level] on the [ Rec. Mode] menu is explained as an example. 3. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗƌ ) to choose an item. 4. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ). - Available [Quality Level] options appear. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ) to move to the pop-up menu if there is one. 5.[...]

ŝ 98 Ş Using the Menu ƈ [ Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items Perform settings related to capturing in the [ Rec. Mode] menu. Item Function Page Image Tone Sets the color tone of pictures. p.108 Recorded Pixels Sets the recording size of images. p.109 Quality Level Sets the image quality. p.110 Saturation Sets the color saturation. p.111 Sharpness Mak[...]

Item Function Page Format Formats the SD Memory Card. p.160 Beep Switches the beep tone on/off. p.161 Date Adjust Sets the date format and time. p.161 Guide display Sets to display indicators in LCD monitor. p.165 Brightness Level Changes the brightness of the LCD monitor. p.166 Video Out Sets the output format to the TV monitor. p.166 Transfer Mod[...]

ŝ 100 Ş Using the Menu Set custom functions to fully use the functions of a SLR camera with the Custom Function Menu. The default setting does not use Custom Function. [ Custom Setting] menu settings are activated when [Setting], the first item, is (on). Item Function Page Setting Sets to use the Custom Function Menu. - Noise Reduction Sets to us[...]

Item Function Page FI with S lens used Sets to enable focus indicator when screw mount lens is in use. Lens is recognized even when lens is not attached to the camera when enabled. Using aperture ring Sets to enable shutter release when lens aperture ring is set at other than A. Release when Chrging Sets to release shutter while the built-in flash [...]

ŝ 102 Ş Using the Fn Menu ƃ Press the four-way controller ( ƊƌȜȞ ) to set the operation. Fn OK AUTO AUTO AUTO Fn Flash Mode Adjusts the method of flash discharge. p.49 Sensitivity Sets the sensitivity. p.115 Ɗ ƌ Ȝ Ȟ ƈ Press the button while taking a picture. The Fn menu appears. Drive Mode White Balance Capture Mode Four-way controller [...]

Fn OK Fn ƈ Press the button during playback. The Fn menu appears. ƃ Press the four-way controller ( ƊȜȞ ) to set the operation. ŝ 103 Ş Using the Fn Menu Playback Mode DPOF Settings Sets the DPOF settings. p.79 Slideshow Plays back recorded images one after another. p.68 Ɗ Ȟ Ȝ Digital Filter Four-way controller Item Function Page Edits ca[...]

ŝ 104 Ş Using the Mode Dial ƈ You can switch the Shooting mode by setting the icons on the mode dial to the dial indicator. Item Function Page Selects automatically from Normal, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, and Moving Object modes. (Portrait) Optimal for capturing portraits. Deepens the focus range, emphasizes contour and saturation of trees and [...]

ŝ 105 Ş Item Function Page Automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure when taking pictures. Lets you set the desired shutter speed for expressing the motion of moving subjects. Take pictures of fast moving subjects that look still or subjects that give a sense of movement. Lets you set the desired aperture for controllin[...]

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Introduces functions to further enhance your GX-1L experience. Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level 108 Focusing 118 Setting the Exposure 127 Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting 145 Using the Built-in Flash 148 Using an External Flash (Optional) 153 Settings During Playback 158 Camera Settings 160 Resetting to Defa[...]

ŝ 108 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level ƈ Set the basic color tone of pictures. The default setting is (Bright). ƃ Set in [Image Tone] in the [ Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) Bright Images are finished brightly, with high contrast and sharp. Natural Images are finished naturally and suitable for retouching. OK ƃ Settings cannot be chang[...]

ŝ 109 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level ƃ Set in [Recorded Pixels] in the [ Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) ƈ You can select the number of recorded pixels from (3008x2008/ 3008x2000), (2400x1600) and (1536x1024). The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. The file size will also differ according to qua[...]

ŝ 110 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level ƈ You can set the image quality level. The file size will also differ according to the Recorded Pixels settings. The default setting is (Best). RAW data is CCD output data saved without processing. Effects such as White Balance, Contrast, Saturation and are not applied RAW to the image but su[...]

ŝ 111 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level ƈ Select from five levels of Saturation, Sharpness and Contrast. The default setting is [0 (Standard)] for all. ƃ Set [Saturation], [Sharpness] and [Contrast] in the [ Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) Saturation Sets the color saturation. Sharpness Makes the image outlines sharp or soft. Contrast Set[...]

ŝ 112 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level ƈ The color of the subject changes with the light source. For example, the same white object will be a different shade of white in daylight than under a light bulb. In cameras using film, this is adjusted by changing the film or using filters. In digital cameras, the whiteness is adjusted usi[...]

ŝ 113 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level 1. Set the mode dial to , , , 2. Press the button. - The Fn menu appears. 3. Press the four-way controller ( Ȝ ). - The White Balance screen appears. Color Temperature The color of light shifts towards blue as the color temperature rises, and towards red as the color temperature falls. Color [...]

ŝ 114 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level 4. Use the four-way controller ( ƌ ) to select (Manual). 5. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ). - The message screen appears. 6. Fully display a white or gray sheet of paper in the viewfinder under the light to adjust white balance. 7. Press the shutter release button fully. - Slide the foc[...]

ŝ 115 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level 800 800 1600 1600 3200 3200 400 400 200 200 A UT O AU TO OK ƈ Set in [ISO Corction in AUTO] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. (p.100) ƈ You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. The sensitivity can be set to [AUTO] or within a sensitivity range equivalent to ISO 20[...]

ŝ 116 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level Sensitivity is not corrected in the following. ƃ Exposure mode is (Manual) or (Bulb) mode ƃ Flash is discharged ƃ Auto bracketing ƃ EV Compensation INFORMA TION ƈ ISO Sensitivity Warning appears in the viewfinder when a sensitivity value of your choice is reached or exceeded. Set a sensit[...]

ŝ 117 Ş Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level ƃ Set in [Color Space] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. (p.101) ƈ You can set the color space to use. The default setting is [sRGB]. 1 sRGB Sets to sRGB color space. 2 AdobeRGB Sets to AdobeRGB color space. Color Space Color ranges for various input/output devices, such as digital cameras, mon[...]

ŝ 118 Ş Focusing ƈ You can focus with the following methods. 1. Set the focus mode lever to . Autofocus The camera is focused when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Manual focus Manually adjust the focus. ƈ You can choose the autofocus area from [Wide] and [Spot]. You can also choose the autofocus mode from (Single mode) Where the [...]

ŝ 119 Ş Focusing 2. Look through the viewfinder and press the shutter release button halfway. - The focus indicator appears in the viewfinder when focused (if it is blinking, the subject is not in focus). ſ Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects (p.44) Focus indicator ƃ In (Single mode), the focus is locked (focus lock) while is lit. To focus on another su[...]

ŝ 120 Ş Focusing ƈ You can set the camera so that the focusing is not performed when the shutter release button is pressed halfway and is performed when the button is pressed. This is useful when you wish to temporarily use autofocus while using manual focus. Set [Enable AF] in [OK btn when shooting] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. Use the Button[...]

ŝ 121 Ş Focusing Setting the AF Mode AF .C AF .S OK ƃ Settings cannot be changed in Scene mode (p.45). ƃ (Continuous mode) can be set when the mode dial is set to , , , or . The autofocus mode is set to k in (Moving Object) of Scene mode or (Kids) or (Pet) of mode. INFORMA TION ƈ You can choose from the following two autofocus modes. The defau[...]

ŝ 122 Ş Focusing ƃ If [Spot AF] is selected for [ btn when shooting] in the [ Custom Setting] menu, the camera switches to (Spot) for as long as the OK button is held down when the focusing area is set to (Wide). INFORMA TION Setting the Focusing Area ƈ You can choose the area on which the autofocus focuses. The default setting is (Wide). Wide [...]

ŝ 123 Ş Focusing ƈ If the subject is outside the range of the focusing area, the camera Cannot automatically focus on the subject. In this situation, you can aim the focusing area toward the subject, use focus lock and recompose the picture. 1. Frame the desired composition for your picture in the viewfinder. - Use focus lock function when the s[...]

ŝ 124 Ş Focusing 4. Re-compose the picture while keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway. ƃ The focus is locked while the focus indicator is lit. ƃ Turning the zooming ring in focus lock mode may cause the subject to be out of focus. ƃ The beep can be turned off. (p.161) ƃ You cannot set focus lock when the [AF Mode] in the [ Rec. [...]

ŝ 125 Ş Focusing ƈ When you adjust the focus manually, you can either check with the focus indicator in the viewfinder or use the viewfinder matte field to adjust focus. ƈ You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator . Using the Focus Indicator Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) 1. Set the focus mode lever to . 2. Look t[...]

ŝ 126 Ş Focusing 1. Set the focus mode lever to . 2. Look through the viewfinder and turn the focusing ring until the subject looks sharp on the screen. ƈ You can manually adjust the focus using the viewfinder matte field. Using the Viewfinder Matte Field ƃ Use the matte field in the viewfinder when the subject is difficult to focus and the foc[...]

ŝ 127 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ Correct exposure of the subject is determined by the combination of shutter speed and aperture setting. There are many correct combinations of shutter speed and aperture for a particular subject. Different combinations produce different effects. ƈ The shutter speed determines the length of time that light is allow[...]

ŝ 128 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ Adjust the amount of light hitting the CCD by changing the aperture. Effect of Aperture ƃ Opening the aperture (reduce the aperture value) Objects closer and farther than the focused subject will be more out of focus. For instance, if you take a picture of flower against a landscape with the aperture open, the lan[...]

ŝ 129 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. (Multi-segment metering), (Center-weighted metering) or (Spot metering) mode can be selected. The default setting is (Multi-segment metering). ƃ The center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the mult[...]

ŝ 130 Ş Setting the Exposure Linking AF Point and AE During Multi-Segmented Metering In [Link AF Point and AE] (p.100) of the [ Custom Setting] menu, you can link the exposure and focus point during multi-segment metering. The default setting is [Off]. 1 Off Exposure is set separately from focus point. 2O n Exposure is set in accordance with focu[...]

ŝ 131 Ş Setting the Exposure Setting the Meter Operating Time Set the metering time in [Meter Operating Time] in the [ Custom Setting] menu (p.100). The default setting is [10sec]. 1 10sec Metering time is set to 10 seconds. 2 3sec Metering time is set to 3 seconds. 3 30sec Metering time is set to 30 seconds. ƈ This camera features five exposure[...]

ŝ 132 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ Shutter speed and aperture value are automatically set for taking pictures at the proper exposure. Perform the following to adjust the exposure. Using the (Program) Mode 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Turn the e-dial while pressing the button and adjust the exposure. - The EV Compensation is displayed in the viewfind[...]

ŝ 133 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ Set a proper shutter speed and use to express moving subjects. Set the shutter speed faster and capture fast moving subjects as if they are still or slow down the shutter and capture lively images. Aperture value is automatically set to appropriate exposure depending on the shutter speed. ſ Effect of Aperture and [...]

ŝ 134 Ş Setting the Exposure ƃ Turn the e-dial while pressing the button and change the EV Compensation value. ƃ Set the shutter speed in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. (p.141) ƃ You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot be set with the set criteria[...]

ŝ 135 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ Set a proper aperture and use when you want to adjust the depth of field. The depth of field is deeper and the front and back of the focused object is clear when aperture is set to a large value. The depth of field is shallower and the front and back of the focused object is blurred when aperture is set to a small [...]

ŝ 136 Ş Setting the Exposure ƃ Turn the e-dial while pressing the button and change the EV Compensation value. ƃ Set the aperture value in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. (p.141) ƃ You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot be set with the set criteri[...]

ŝ 137 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ You can set the shutter speed and aperture value. This mode is suitable to take pictures of your choice by combining them. This mode is convenient for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination or taking intentionally under-exposed (darker) or over-exposed (brighter) photographs. [...]

ŝ 138 Ş Setting the Exposure - The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Of the shutter speed and aperture, the value being adjusted is underlined in the viewfinder. While adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value, the difference with the appropriate exposure (EV value) appears at the bottom ri[...]

ŝ 139 Ş Setting the Exposure About the Button The aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted to the appropriate exposure at that moment if the button is pressed in (Manual) mode. You can choose from the following three adjustment methods in [AE-L bttn on M expsr] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. 1 Program Line The aperture and shutter sp[...]

ŝ 140 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ This allows you to deliberately over-expose (brighten) or under-expose (darken) your picture. You can adjust the EV Compensation from -2 to +2 (EV) in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. (p.141) Setting the Exposure 1. Set the compensation with the e-dial whil[...]

ŝ 141 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ Set Exposure Setting Steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in [ A Custom Setting] to increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Changing the Exposure Setting Steps ƈ AE Lock is a function that memorizes the exposure prior to taking the picture. Use this when the subject is too small or backlit and a proper exposure setting cannot b[...]

ŝ 142 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ You can take continuous pictures with different exposure when the shutter release button is pressed. The first frame is exposed with no compensation, the second frame is under-exposed (negative compensation) and the third is over-exposed (positive compensation). [ Normal exposure ] [ Under-exposure ] [ Over-exposur[...]

ŝ 143 Ş Setting the Exposure 4. Press the button. The screen returns to the menu. 5. Press the button. The camera is ready to take a picture. - Shooting is ready and is displayed on the LCD panel. 6. Press the shutter release button halfway. - Focus indicator appears in the viewfinder when focused. 7. Press the shutter release button fully. - Thr[...]

ŝ 144 Ş Setting the Exposure ƈ Change the shooting order and steps of Auto Bracket. ſ Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. (p.141) Setting Auto Bracket 1/2 EV ť 0.5, ť 1.0, ť 1.5, ť 2.0 1/3 EV ť 0.3, ť 0.7, ť 1.0, ť 1.3, ť 1.7, ť 2.0 0 ƍ - ƍ +, - ƍ 0 ƍ +, + ƍ 0 ƍ - 0.5 0 ƃ Set in [Auto B[...]

ŝ 145 Ş Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting ƈ You can use the preview function to check the depth of field, composition, exposure and focus before taking a picture. There are 2 preview methods. Select the preview method in [Preview Method] in the [ Custom Setting] menu (p.101). The default setting is [Digital Preview] ƈ[...]

ŝ 146 Ş Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting ƃ No shooting information is displayed in the viewfinder, and the shutter cannot be released while the main switch is in the preview position ( ). ƃ You can check the depth of field in all exposure modes. INFORMA TION Displaying the Optical Preview 1. Position the subject insi[...]

ŝ 147 Ş Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting Selecting the Preview Method ƈ Choose the preview method to use when the main switch is turned to the preview position ( ). The default setting is Digital Preview. Set in [Preview Method] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. Digital Preview For checking the composition, exposure and [...]

ŝ 148 Ş Using the Built-in Flash ƈ You can change the flash output in a range of -2.0 to +1.0. The Flash Compensation values are as follows for 1/2 EV and 1/3 EV. ſ Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. (p.141) ƃ Set in [Flash Exp. Comp.] in the [ Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) Step interval Flash Compensation [...]

ŝ 149 Ş Using the Built-in Flash ƈ You can set to enable shooting while flash is being charged. Set [On] for [Release when Chrging] in the [ Custom Setting] menu (p.101). Pictures cannot be taken while the flash is charging by default. ƈ Using the Flash in Tv (Shutter Priority) Mode - When taking a moving subject, you can use the flash to chang[...]

ŝ 150 Ş Using the Built-in Flash ƈ Using (Shutter Priority) Mode 1. Set the mode dial to . b (Shutter Priority) mode is set. 2. Use the e-dial to set the desired shutter speed. The background is not properly corrected if aperture value is flashing when shutter speed is set. Set the shutter speed so that aperture does not flash. 3. Press the butt[...]

ŝ 151 Ş Using the Built-in Flash ƈ A set criteria is necessary between the guide number, aperture and distance when shooting with the flash. Calculate and adjust the shooting conditions if flash is not sufficient. ƃ Built-in flash guide number Sensitivity Built-in flash guide number ISO 200 15.6 ISO 400 22 ISO 800 31 ISO 1600 44 ISO 3200 62 ƈ [...]

ŝ 152 Ş Using the Built-in Flash ƈ The following equation calculates the aperture value for shooting distances. Aperture Value Used F = Guide number ÷ Shooting distance When sensitivity is [ISO 200] and shooting distance is 5.2 m, aperture value is: F = 15.6 ÷ 5.2 = 3 If the resulting number (3, in the above example) is not available as a lens[...]

ŝ 153 Ş Using an External Flash (Optional) *1 : Shutter speed of 1/90 sec. or slower. *2 : Can be combined with SEF-36PZF for rear curtain sync flash. *3 : When combined with the SEF-36PZF, 1/3 of the flash discharge can be output by the built-in flash and 2/3 can be output by the external flash. *4 : Two or more SEF-36PZF units are required. ƈ [...]

ŝ 154 Ş Using an External Flash (Optional) ƈ The SEF-36PZF will automatically convert the field angle differential between 35 mm format and the GX-1L depending on the focal length of the lens you are using (when using D-XENON lenses). The conversion indicator appears and the format size indicator disappears when the exposure metering timer of th[...]

ŝ 155 Ş Using an External Flash (Optional) ƈ Shoot using the flash without connecting the camera and flash with a cord by using two SEF-36PZF units.The High-speed sync mode is also available in wireless mode. ƈ With the SEF-36PZF, you can discharge the flash to take a picture at a shutter speed faster than 1/180 second. High-speed flash sync ca[...]

ŝ 156 Ş Using an External Flash (Optional) ƃ Using in Wireless Mode 1. Place the SEF-36PZF at the desired location. 2. Set the SEF-36PZF power switch to [WIRELESS]. 3. Set the SEF-36PZF wireless mode to S (Slave). 4. Turn the camera mode dial and set the exposure mode to , , or mode. 5. Set the SEF-36PZF power switch on the camera to [WIRELESS].[...]

ŝ 157 Ş Using an External Flash (Optional) ƃ The red-eye reduction feature works even when only an external flash is used. (p.52) ƃ If red-eye reduction is used when the SEF-36PZF is set as the slave unit or with the wireless function, the preflash for red-eye reduction will trigger the external flash. Do not use red-eye reduction when using a [...]

ŝ 158 Ş Settings During Playback ƈ Sets the information to show first during playback and whether to Display overexposed area warning. The camera switches display information when you press the button. Changing Playback Display Method Images only Only captured images are displayed. Histogram Images and histogram are displayed. Detailed Info Shoo[...]

ŝ 159 Ş Settings During Playback ƈ You can play back all images recorded on your SD Memory Card successively. (p.68) Set image display interval to [3 sec], [5 sec], [10 sec] or [30 sec]. The default setting is [3 sec]. Set in [Slideshow] in the [ Playback] menu (p.98). ſ After setting, press the button to start slideshow. 5. Press the button. T[...]

ŝ 160 Ş Camera Settings ƈ Be sure to format new SD Memory Card with the camera before using the card. Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card. 1. Select [Format] on the [ Set-up] menu (p.99). 2. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ) to display the Format screen. 3. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗ ) to select [Format]. 4. Press [...]

ŝ 161 Ş Camera Settings ƈ You can turn the camera operation beep on or off. The default setting is [On]. Set in [Beep] in the [ Set-up] menu. (p.99) ƈ You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the display style. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd]. Choose [12h (12 hour)] or [24h (24 hour)] for time display meth[...]

ŝ 162 Ş Camera Settings ƈ The date and time selected in “Initial Settings” (p.31) serve as the date and time of your present location. Setting [World Time] enables you to display the local date and time on the LCD monitor when traveling overseas. 1. Select [World Time] on the [ Set-up] menu. (p.99) 2. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ). Th[...]

ŝ 163 Ş Camera Settings 7. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select the Destination city. The current time, location and time difference of the selected city appears. 8. Use the four-way controller ( ƌ ) to select [DST]. 9. Use the four-way controller ( ȜȞ ) to select (On) or (Off). Select (On) if the Destination city uses daylight savin[...]

ŝ 164 Ş Camera Settings Region City North Honolulu America Anchorage Vancouver San Francisco Los Angeles Calgary Denver Chicago Miami Toronto New York Halifax Central and Mexico City South Lima America Santiago Caracas Buenos Aires Sao Paulo Rio de Janeiro Europe Madrid London Paris Amsterdam Milan Rome Berlin Stockholm Athens Helsinki Moscow Afr[...]

ŝ 165 Ş Camera Settings ƈ You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. Set in [Language] in the [ Set-up] menu. (p.99) You can choose from eleven languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Chinese (Traditional/ Simplified) and Portuguese. - Setting the Display Lan[...]

ŝ 166 Ş Camera Settings ƈ You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. Adjust settings when the LCD monitor is hard to see. Set in [Brightness Level] in the [ Set-up] menu. (p.99) 0 OK ƈ When you connect the camera to AV equipment such as a TV, choose the appropriate video output format (NTSC or PAL) for playing back images. Set in [Video [...]

ŝ 167 Ş Camera Settings ƈ You can set the camera to turn off automatically if unused after a certain length of time. Select from [1 min], [3 min], [5 min], [10 min], [30 min] or [Off]. The default setting is [1 min]. Set in [Auto Power Off] in the [ Set-up] menu. (p.99) OK OK ƃ Auto Power Off will not work during slideshow playback, a USB conne[...]

ŝ 168 Ş Camera Settings ƈ You can set the File Number used for the images when inserting a new SD Memory Card. The default setting is [SerialNo]. ƃ Set in [File #] in the [ Set-up] menu. (p.99) ƈ Setting the Display Instant Review and Digital Preview You can perform the settings related to Instant Review and Digital Preview. OK The file number[...]

ŝ 169 Ş Camera Settings Displaying Histogram and Bright Portion ƈ Set to display histogram and bright portion during Instant Review And Digital Preview. Set in [Preview Display] in the [ Playback] menu. In the default setting, the histogram and overexposed area warning do not appear. 1. Select [Preview Display] in the [ Playback] menu. 2. Press [...]

ŝ 170 Ş Resetting to Default Settings ƈ Settings in [ Rec. Mode] menu, [ Playback] menu and [ Set-up] menu are reset to default settings. However, Date Adjust, Language, Video Out and World Time are not reset. 1. Select [Reset] on the [ Set-up] menu. 2. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ) to display the [Reset] screen. 3. Use the four-way contr[...]

ŝ 171 Ş Resetting to Default Settings ƈ Reset settings in [ Custom Setting] menu to default settings. Settings in [ Rec. Mode] menu, [ Playback] menu and [ Set-up] menu are not reset. 1. Select [Reset] on the [ Custom Setting] menu. 2. Press the four-way controller ( Ȟ ) and display the Reset Custom Fnction screen. 3. Use the four-way controlle[...]

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Software Notes 174 About the software 175 Setting up the application software 176 Starting PC mode 177 Removable Disk 178 Removing the removable disk 180 Digimax Master 182 6 Software information Explains software installation and how to use the program.[...]

ŝ 174 Ş Software Notes Please ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use. ϛ The attached software is a camera driver and image editing software tool for Windows. ϛ Under no circumstances should all or part of either the software or the user manual be reproduced. ϛ Copyrights for software are licensed only for use with a c[...]

ŝ 175 Ş About the software ƈ Digimax Master : This is the all-in-one multi media software solution You can download, view, edit and save your digital images (RAW, JPEG) with this software. This software is only compatible with Windows. ƃ You should allow 5~10 seconds for running the automatic setup program according to the capability of your co[...]

ŝ 176 Ş Setting up the application software ƈ To use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, the stored images in the camera can be moved to the PC and can be edited by an image editing program. ƈ You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http[...]

ŝ 177 Ş Setting up the application software 2. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 3. Turn the camera power on. The [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open and the computer will recognize the camera. ſ If your OS is Windows XP, an image viewer program will open. If the download window of Digmax Master op[...]

ŝ 178 Ş Removable Disk ƈ Downloading stored images You can download the still images stored on the camera to your PC's hard disk and print them or use a photo editing software to edit them. 1. Connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable. 2. On your computer's desktop display, select [My Computer] and double click [Removable Disk ?[...]

ŝ 179 Ş Removable Disk 7. An image file is transferred from the camera to your PC. 6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menu will open. Click [Paste]. - By using [Digimax Master], you can see the stored images in the memory directly on the PC monitor and you can copy or move the image files. ƃ We recommend that you should copy the images[...]

ŝ 180 Ş Removing the removable disk ƈ Windows 2000/ME/XP (The illustrations may be different from the real display in accordance with the Windows O/S.) 1. Check whether the camera and PC is transferring a file. If the Card in use lamp blinks, you have to wait until the lamp is turned off. 3. The [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Selec[...]

ŝ 181 Ş Removing the removable disk 6. A [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Click the [Close] button and the removable disk will be removed safely. 7. Unplug the USB cable. 1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports the camera driver. 2. Check the MAC OS. This camera is compatible with MAC OS 9.0 or [...]

ŝ 182 Ş Digimax Master ƈ You can download, view, edit and save your digital images and movies with this software. This software is only compatible with Windows except for the Windows 98. ƈ To start the program, click [Start ƍ Programs ƍ Samsung ƍ Digimax Master ƍ Digimax Master]. ƃ Downloading images 1. Connect the camera to your PC. 2. A [...]

ŝ 183 Ş Digimax Master 4. Select a destination and make a folder to save downloaded images and folders. - Folders will be made in order of date and images will be downloaded. - Folder names can be made as you want and images will be downloaded. - After selecting a folder that was made before, images will be downloaded. 5. Click [Next(N) >] but[...]

ŝ 184 Ş Digimax Master ڹ ڽ ھ ڿ ں ڻ ڼ ƃ Image viewer : You can view the stored images. - Image viewer functions are listed below. ڹ Menu bar : You can select menus. File, Edit, View, Tools, Change functions, Auto download, help, etc. ں Image selection window : You can select the desired images in this window. ڻ Media type selection menu[...]

ŝ 185 Ş Digimax Master - Image edit functions are listed below. ڹ Edit menu : You can select the following menus. [Tools] : You can resize or crop the selected image. See the [Help] menu. [Adjust] : You can modify image quality. See the [Help] menu. [Retouch] : You can change image or insert effects on the image. See the [Help] menu. ں Drawing [...]

ŝ 186 Ş Digimax Master ƃ DNG converter : You can convert a RAW (*.pef, *.dng) file into a JPEG or TIFF file format. - DNG converter functions are listed below. ڹ Histogram display : Histogram of displayed image will be displayed. ں Tools : You can edit the RAW (*.pef, *.dng) files as you want [White Balance] : You can edit the colour temperatu[...]

ŝ 187 Ş Digimax Master - Movie clip edit functions are listed below. ڹ Edit menu : You can select the following menus. [Add Media] : You can add other media elements to a movie. [Edit Clip] : You can change the brightness, contrast, colour and saturation. [Effects] : You can insert an effect. [Set Text] : You can insert texts. [Narrate] : You ca[...]

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Default Settings 190 Cleaning the CCD 194 Optional Accessories 196 Error Messages 198 Troubleshooting 200 Main Specifications 204 Glossary 206 7 Appendix Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides various resources.[...]

ŝ 190 Ş Default Settings ƈ The table below lists the factory default settings. Table notations are as follows. ƃ Last Memory Setting Yes : The current setting (last memory) is saved when the camera is turned off. No : The setting returns to the default setting when the camera is turned off. ƃ Reset Setting Yes : The setting returns to the defa[...]

ŝ 191 Ş Default Settings ƃ [ Set-up] Menu Format - - - p.160 Beep (On) Yes Yes p.161 Hometown (DST) Destination (City) Same as Hometown Yes No Destination (DST) Guide display (On) Yes Yes p.165 Brightness Level 0 Yes Yes p.166 Transfer Mode PC Yes Yes p.84 Auto Power Off 1 min Yes Yes p.167 Folder Name Std. Yes Yes p.167 File # SerialNo Yes Yes [...]

ŝ 192 Ş Default Settings ƃ [ Custom Setting] Menu *1 : When the screw mount lens is in use, [Fl with S lens used] menu is available. *2 : When a lens that has aperture ring is in use, [Using aperture ring] menu is available. *3 : ResetReset settings in [ Custom Setting] menu. Setting (Off) Yes Yes p.100 Noise Reduction On Yes Yes p.139 Expsr Set[...]

ŝ 193 Ş Default Settings ƃ Fn Menu *1 : Only continuous shooting settings are saved. Flash Mode (Auto) Yes Yes p.49 White Balance (Auto) Yes Yes p.112 ISO Sensitivity AUTO Yes Yes p.115 Mode Night Scene Yes Yes p.45, 104 DPOF Settings - Yes No p.79 Digital Filter B&W Yes Yes p.71 Slideshow 3 sec Yes Yes p.68 Item Default Setting Last Memory [...]

ŝ 194 Ş Cleaning the CCD ƈ Shadows may appear in the image for white backgrounds and other shooting conditions if the CCD becomes dirty or dusty. This indicates that the CCD must be cleaned. Please contact Samsung Camera service center for professional cleaning because the CCD is a precision part. 1. Turn the camera off and remove the lens. 2. T[...]

ŝ 195 Ş Cleaning the CCD 5. Use the four-way controller ( Ɗ ) to select [Mirror Up]. 6. Press the button. - The mirror is locked in the up position. 7. Clean the CCD. - Use a brush-less blower to remove dirt and dust from the CCD. Using a blower with a brush may scratch the CCD. Do not wipe the CCD with a cloth. 8. Turn the camera off. 9. Attach[...]

ŝ 196 Ş Optional Accessories ƈ A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Please contact a service center for details regarding accessories. Accessories for PENTAX DSLR can be used with SAMSUNG DSLR. ƃ This is a remote shutter release cord. The cord length is 0.5 m. ƃ Auto Flash SEF-36PZF This is an auto flash unit with a[...]

ŝ 197 Ş Optional Accessories ƃ Camera Case SCP-D1 Camera Case ƃ The accessories below are the same as the accessories that are packaged with the camera. - Viewfinder cap Others - Eyecup - Strap[...]

ŝ 198 Ş Error Messages Memory card full The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or delete unwanted images. (p.27, 73) You may be able to save new images by changing the quality level or recorded pixels. (p.109, 110) There are no images for playback on the SD Memory Card. You are trying to play back [...]

ŝ 199 Ş Error Messages Image folder could not be created The maximum folder number (999) and file number (9999) are being used, and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or format the card. (p.160) The image could not be saved because of an SD Memory Card error. The DPOF settings file could not be saved because SD Memory Card i[...]

ŝ 200 Ş The capture mode isset to (Moving Object) mode T roubleshooting We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service center. Replace with a charged battery set or use the AC adapter (D-AC10, optional). (p.26) Insert SD Memory Card with available space or delete unwanted images. (p.27, 73) Wait until recording is finished.[...]

ŝ 201 Ş T roubleshooting * In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity. This can be remedied by taking the batteries out and putting them back in again. When the mirror remains in the up position, take the batteries out and put them back in again. Then, turn the power on. The mirror will retract. After the proced[...]

ŝ 202 Ş T roubleshooting ƈ Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions. [Case 1] The USB cable is not connected or you are using a cable with an incorrect specification. ƍ Use a USB cable with the correct specification. [Case 2] The camera is not recognized by your PC. Sometimes, the camera may appear under [Unknown Devices] i[...]

ŝ 203 Ş T roubleshooting [Case 7] In some security programs (Norton Anti Virus, V3, etc.), the computer may not recognise the camera as a removable disk. ƍ Stop the security programs and connect the camera to the computer. Refer to the security program instructions about how to stop the program. [Case 8] If a PC connected with the camera stops r[...]

ŝ 204 Ş Main Specifications Type 23.5mm x 15.7mm CCD Effective Pixel Approx. 6.1 Mega-pixel Total Pixel Approx. 6.3 Mega-pixel Mount PENTAX K AF bayonet mount Schneider D-XENON Lens Usable Lens * All PENTAX DSLR lenses are available. * K AF2 (not power zoom compatible), K AF mount lenses, K A mount lenses Type Pentamirror, Natural-Bright-Matte Fo[...]

ŝ 205 Ş Main Specifications Self-timer 2 sec., 12 sec., Remote control, Remote control 3 sec Media SD Card (up to 1GB guaranteed) File Format RAW(PEF), JPEG(DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1, PictBridge 1.0 6M : 3008x2008 pixels (RAW) 6M : 3008x2000 pixels 4M : 2400x1600 pixels 1.5M : 1536x1024 pixels 6M : RAW 11 Super Fine 35 Fine 70 Normal 117 4M : - S[...]

ŝ 206 Ş Glossary AdobeRGB Color space recommended by Adobe Systems, Inc. for commercial printing. Wider range of color reproduction than sRGB. 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. AE Metering [...]

ŝ 207 Ş Glossary Color space A defined range of colors from the spectrum which are used. In digital cameras, [sRGB] is defined as the standard by Exif. In this camera, [AdobeRGB] is also used because of the richer color expression over sRGB. Color Temperature This numerically expresses the color of the light source illuminating the subject. This [...]

ŝ 208 Ş Glossary Histogram A graph that shows the darkest and brightest points in an image. The horizontal axis represents the brightness and the vertical axis represents the number of pixels. This is useful when you wish to refer to the exposure status of an image. JPEG An image compression method. The image is recorded in JPEG format when the q[...]

ŝ 209 Ş Glossary Recorded Pixels Indicates the size of the image by the number of pixels. The more pixels that compose a picture, the larger the image size. Sensitivity The degree of light. With a high sensitivity, images can be shot with a high shutter speed even in dark places, reducing camera shake. However, images with high sensitivity are mo[...]

ŝ 210 Ş Correct Disposal of This Product Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the en[...]

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