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- Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
- Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Safe Use of Your 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock. ƈ Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber. This may cause - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
could result in fire or injury. ҮUse batteries with the correct specification for the camera. ҮDo not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire. ҮDo not insert the batteries with the reverse polarities. ƈ Remove the batteries when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
ƈApproximate Playback Time (new batteries) 25 ƈUsing the AC Adapter (Optional) 26 ƃUsing the memory card 27 ƃTurning the Camera On and Off 30 ƃInitial Settings 31 ƈSetting the Display Language 31 ƈSetting the Date and Time 33 ƃAttaching the Lens 35 ƃAdjusting the Viewfinder Diopter - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
ƃProtecting Images ƈProtecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ƃSetting the Printing Service (DPOF) ƈPrinting Single Images ƈSettings for All Images ƃPrinting Using PictBridge ƈSetting [Transfer Mode] ƈConnecting the Camera to the Printer ƈPrinting Single Images ƈPrinting All Images ƈPrinting Images - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
Autofocus 118 ƈSetting the AF Mode 121 ƈSetting the Focusing Area 122 ƈFixing the Focus (Focus Lock) 123 ƈAdjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) 125 ƃSetting the Exposure 127 ƈEffect of Aperture and Shutter Speed 127 ƈSelecting the Metering Method 129 ƈChanging the Exposure Mode - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
Menu Software information ƃSoftware Notes ƃAbout the software ƃSetting up the application software ƃStarting PC mode ƃRemovable Disk ƃRemoving the removable disk ƃDigimax Master Appendix ƃDefault Settings ƃCleaning the CCD ƃOptional Accessories ƃError Messages ƃTroubleshooting ƃMain Specifications - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
the functions of GX-1L by buttons and menus. 5. Function Reference Introduces functions to further enhance your GX-1L experience. 6. Software information Explains software installation and how to use the program. 7. Appendix Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
1 Before Using Your Camera 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
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 batteries* (four) Operating Manual - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
Working Parts Camera Shutter release button Lens mount index Main switch Self-Timer lamp/ Remote control receiver Lens unlock button Mirror AF coupler Focus mode lever Lens information contacts button button button button e-dial / button Four-way controller button button Battery cover Tripod - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
Names of Working Parts button Mode dial Strap lug Cable switch terminal USB/ Video terminal DC input terminal Terminal cover LCD monitor Built-in flash Hot shoe button LCD panel Diopter adjustment lever Card cover Card cover unlock lever Card access lamp Viewfinder ŝ13Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
monitor depending on the status of the camera. LCD monitor While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial ƈ Guides appear on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds when powered on or setting dial mode. INFORMATION ƃ Select [Off] for [Guide display] in [ Set-up] to not show indicators. (p.165) 1 2345 6 7 AF - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
) 12. White balance (p.112) 13. Date and time (p.161) 14. Focusing area (p.122) 15. Saturation (p.111) 16. Sharpness (p.111) 17. Contrast (p.111) 18. Lens focal length 19. SCN mode (Only displayed in Scene mode.) ƃ Explanation of Set Mode Dial - Press the four-way controller (Ȟ) to view explanation - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
Names of Working Parts Playback Mode ƈ The camera switches screen displays every time you press button during (p.111) 20. Quality level (p.110) 21. Recorded pixels (p.109) 22. Color space (p.117) 23. Lens focal length 24. White balance (p.112) 25. Captured date and time (p.161) 26. SCN mode (Only - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
Names of Working 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 INFORMATION ƃ Areas where blooming occurred blink if [Bright Portion] warning is on. ƃ Press the four-way controller (Ɗƌ) in the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
Names of Working Parts Viewfinder Indications 2 1 1 34 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
value appears when EV compensation is being adjusted. (p.132) The difference with the appropriate exposure value appears if exposure mode is . (p.137) 12. Manual focus (p.125) Appears when focus mode is . 13. SCN mode icon Appears when taking pictures in SCN mode. 14. AE lock indicator (p.141 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
LCD Panel Indications ƈ The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera. 1 72 8 3 9 4 5 610 11 1. Shutter speed (p.133) 2. Aperture 8. White balance (p.112) (Not displayed when set to Auto) 9. Battery level (p.25) 10. EV compensation (p.140) 11. Number of recordable - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
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. ŝ22Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
four AA Ni-MH batteries, AA lithium batteries, or AA alkaline batteries. This camera is packaged with AA alkaline batteries for checking the camera's functionality but some other kinds of batteries are also compatible. Refer to "Batteries" (p.24) for details on compatible batteries and when to use - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
. These are rechargeable and are economical. Recommended in cold climates. Provided with the camera. These are easily obtainable when your usual batteries run out but they may not support all the camera functions under certain conditions. We do not recommend their use except in emergencies and - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
with CIPA standards and the playback time is based on SAMSUNG measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur batteries may not support all the camera functions. We do not recommend their use except in emergencies and checking the camera's functionality. ƃ Have extra batteries - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
optional) for PENTAX DSLR camera can be used with SAMSUNG DSLR camera. 4 1 Memory Card and data will be corrupted if disconnected while camera is recording or reading data. ƃ Be sure to read the AC adapter D-AC10 operating manual when using the AC adapter. ƃ The rechargeable batteries in your camera - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card (market product). INFORMATION 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 "Formatting the SD Memory Card" (p.160) for details on formatting - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
condensation. ƃ For information on compatible SD Memory Card, visit the Samsung Camera website or contact your nearest Samsung Camera customer service center. ƃ Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Card used with other cameras. ȵ Formatting the SD Memory Card (p.160) ƃ If you are - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
the more are clearer when printed. The number of pictures that can be taken (the number of pictures that can be recorded on an SD Memory Card) becomes less with larger file sizes. The quality of the captured photo or printed picture depends on the quality level, exposure control, resolution of the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
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. INFORMATION 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on. Setting the Display Language ƈ You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Dutch, Russian - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
the procedure below to display the screen for setting the language, and go to Step 2 on p.31 to set the language again. 1. Turn the camera off and turn it on again. 2. Press the button. 3. Press the four-way controller (Ȟ) twice. 4. Press the four-way controller (ƌ) five times. 5. Press the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
Initial Settings Setting the Date and Time ƈ Set the current date and time and the display style. 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
. 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 to take pictures. If you set the date and time with the menu operations, the screen will return to the [ Set-up] menu - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
D-XENON lens can be used with this camera. INFORMATION ƃ Turn the camera off before attaching or removing the lens to prevent unexpected lens movement. 1. Check that the camera is off. 2. Remove the body mount cover ( )ڹand lens mount cover ()ں. Be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
ƃ We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. ƃ The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. Clean - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
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 lever left or right. Adjust the lever adjustment lever, use the diopter correction lens adapter (optional). However, the eyecup must be removed. AF Frame ŝ37Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
MEMO ŝ38Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
Operation 40 Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes 45 Using the Zoom Lens 48 Using the Built-in Flash 49 Other Shooting Modes 53 Playing Back Still Pictures 63 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment 70 Processing Images with Filters 71 Deleting Images 73 Protecting - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
support your body or the camera on a solid object such as a table, tree, or wall. Always use the shortest practical shutter speed for hand-held shots, especially when using Zoom or Telephoto lenses lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
ring to select the size of the subject. - Using the Zoom Lens (p.48) 4. Position the subject inside the autofocus frame and press viewfinder when the subject is in focus. The flash pops up automatically when necessary (manually lift the flash when Flash mode is not set to [Auto]). - Operating the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
second on the LCD monitor after capturing (Instant Review.) You can delete the image during Instant Review by pressing the button. - Setting the Display the shutter release button gently when taking a picture to prevent camera shake. ƃ Practice pressing the shutter release button halfway to learn - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
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 focus mode to focus on the subject with the aid of the matte field - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes ƈ The camera selects and set the optimum mode when to the dial indicator. (Auto Scene) on the mode dial is set Dial the shutter speed becomes slower in dark places, even if the builtin flash is used. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake. ŝ45Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
candlelight. For capturing images in places where a flash is prohibited. ſ The flash is deactivated in (Night Scene), modes. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake. (Sunset), (Candlelight) and (Museum) ƈ How to Select a Shooting Scene 1. Set the mode dial to (Scene). 2. The Fn menu appears. The - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
prevent shaking. OK OK Pet For capturing moving pets OK OK 5. Press the button. The screen returns to the Fn menu. 6. Press the button. The camera is ready to take a picture. ŝ47Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
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 ƃ Power Zoom functions (Image Size Tracking, Zoom Clip, and Auto Zoom Effect) are not compatible with this camera. Wide Angle Telephoto ŝ48Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
this distance varies slightly depending on the lens being used and set sensitivity). ſ Compatibility of built-in flash and lens Vignetting (darkening of the corners of the lens hood before shooting. Auto discharge Manual discharge Auto flash+Redeye reduct Manual flash+Redeye reduct Camera - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
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 ready to take a picture. OK OK appear gray and cannot be Using Auto Discharge , (Automatic Flash Popup) 1. Set - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
INFORMATION ƃ When Flash mode is set to or and you pop up the built-in flash, you can switch between Auto discharge mode and Manual discharge mode (Flash ON) by pressing the button under the following conditions. - Shooting mode is set to ,, , , , - mode is set to , , , 2. Press the shutter - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
if a zoom lens is in use. ŋUse a flash that supports red-eye reduction. ŋPosition the flash as far away from the camera as possible when the flash in this way is called Daylight-Sync Shooting. Flash is discharged manually when shooting with Daylight-Sync Shooting. ƃ Taking pictures (Auto Scene) 1. - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
Other Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting 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 Fn Exit ŝ53Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
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. Drive Mode Single frame shooting OK OK Drive Mode Continuous shooting OK OK 6. Press the shutter release button - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
enable shutter release before the built-in flash is ready. Self-Timer Shooting ƈ This camera has two types of self-timers: and . Shutter will be released after about 12 seconds. Use this mode to avoid camera shake when the shutter release button is pressed. 1. Mount the camera to a tripod. ŝ55Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
Other Shooting Modes 2. Press the button. The Fn menu appears. 3. Press the four-way controller (Ɗ). Fn OK AUTO Fn Exit ŝ56Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
screen appears. 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. Drive Mode Single frame shooting OK OK Drive Mode Self-Timer (12 secs) OK OK 7. Confirm in the viewfinder that - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
the shutter release button is pressed fully. For , the shutter will be released about 2 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed fully. 9. Turn the camera off after shooting. The next time the power is turned on, self-timer shooting is canceled and returns to single frame shooting. ŝ58Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately) ƈ Remote Control for PENTAX DSLR can be used with SAMSUNG DSLR. ƈ The shutter can be released with the optional remote control button on the remote control unit is pressed. 1. Mount the camera to a tripod. 2. Press the button. The Fn menu appears. Fn OK - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
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. Drive Mode Remote Control Unit OK OK 5. Press the button. The screen even when set to (Auto discharge). Pop up the flash manually beforehand. (p.49) ŝ60Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
5 m from the front of the camera. The shutter will be released immediately or a (manual) (p.137)). ƃ Remove the Eyecup by pulling one side out and toward you when using accessories such raise the flash into position first. ƃ The camera automatically returns to single frame shooting after the remote - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
shake when mirror pops up by using this method. Follow the procedure below to take a picture with the mirror lock up. 1. Mount the camera to a tripod. 2. Use the button and the four-way controller (Ɗ) to select - Self-Timer Shooting (p.55) (2 sec. Self-Timer). 3. Focus on the subject. 4. Press - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
Pictures Playing Back Images ƈ You can play back captured still pictures with the camera. INFORMATION ƃ Use the included "Digimax Master" software to play back using a PC. Refer to the software instructions for details. (p.173) 1. Press the button after taking a picture. The most recently captured - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
Playing Back Still Pictures 2. Press the four-way controller The previous image appears. Ȟ : The next image appears. Rotating Images ƈ You can rotate images 90° counterclockwise at a time. Make images shot vertically easier to view. 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001 OK OK 1. Press the button after - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
Playing Back Still Pictures 3. Press the button. Image rotation information is saved. Enlarging Playback Images 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
Playing Back Still Pictures 2. Turn the e-dial to the right (toward ). x2 . 0 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
Playing Back Still Pictures Slideshow 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
Playing Back Still Pictures 3. Press the four-way controller (Ȟ). Start screen is displayed and slideshow begins. Press any button to end slideshow. Start Press the shutter release button or the button, slide the main switch to (preview) or turn the mode dial to change to Capture mode. - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 71
, optional) is recommended. (p.26) ƃ For AV equipment with multiple video IN jacks (such as TVs), check the operating manual of the AV device, and select the video IN jack to which the camera is connected. ƃ Depending on the country or region, images may fail to be played back if the video output - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 72
. Processed images are saved under a different name. INFORMATION ƃ RAW images cannot be processed using the digital filter. ƃ Additionally, set digital filters from the [ Playback] menu. ƃ Digital Filter B&W Sepia Soft Slim Brightness Convert to a black and white image. Add a vintage touch to - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 73
Processing Images with Filters 2. Press the four-way controller (Ȝ). B&W The screen for selecting the filter appears. OK OK 3. Use the four-way controller (ȜȞ) to select an image. 4. Use the four-way controller (Ɗƌ) to select a filter. Select a filter and preview the effects on the image. Proceed - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 74
Deleting Images Deleting a Single Image ƈ You can delete one image at a time. INFORMATION ƃ Deleted images cannot be restored. ƃ Protected images cannot be deleted. 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. - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
. The Delete All screen appears. 3. Use the four-way controller (Ɗ) to select [Delete All]. 4. Press the button. All images are deleted. Delete all images on memory card? Delete All Cancel OK OK ŝ74Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 76
Deleting Images Deleting Selected Images (from Nine-Image Display) ƈ You can delete multiple images from the nine-image display at once. INFORMATION ƃ Deleted images cannot be restored. ƃ Protected images cannot be deleted. ƃ Only files in the same folder can be selected at once. 1. Press the button - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
Images Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
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. Protect all images Protect Unprotect OK OK ſ Select [Unprotect] in Step 3 to cancel the Protect setting on all of the images - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 80
(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. ſ DPOF settings cannot be applied to RAW images - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) 4. Use the four-way controller (ȜȞ) to choose the number Date Fn All images 01 OK OK 6. Press the button. The DPOF settings are saved and the camera returns to playback status. INFORMATION ƃ Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the photo processing - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 82
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) Settings for All Images 1. Press the button in Playback mode. The Fn menu appears. Fn OK 2. Press the four-way controller (Ɗ). The DPOF screen - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 83
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. INFORMATION ƃ The number of copies specified in settings for all images applies to all the images. Before printing, check that the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
You cannot use the camera to select multiple images for printing on a single sheet. Make the settings on the printer. For details, refer to the operating manual for your printer. ƃ RAW images cannot be printed directly. Use a PC to print RAW images. ƃ See the software instructions when connecting to - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 85
. Mode] menu appears. 2. Use the four-way controller (ȜȞ) to select the [ Set-up] menu. Set-up Format Beep Date Adjust World Time Language Guide display Exit English 3. Use the four-way controller (Ɗƌ) to select [Transfer Mode]. 4. Press the four-way controller (Ȟ). A pop-up menu appears. ŝ84 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
Off Folder Name File # Cancel ť0 NTSC PC PictBridge PC-F SerialNo OK OK 6. Press the button. The setting is changed. 7. Press the button. Connecting the Camera to the Printer 1. Turn the camera off. 2. Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printer using the USB cable supplied with the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 87
Printing Using PictBridge 3. Turn the printer on. 4. After printer start-up is complete, turn the camera on. The PictBridge menu appears. Select printing mode Print One Print All DPOF AUTOPRINT OK OK INFORMATION ƃ PictBridge menu is not displayed if [Transfer Mode] - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
Printing Using PictBridge 3. Use the four-way controller (ȜȞ) to choose an image to print. 100-0046 Print this image Copies 1 Date Fn Date OK Print 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
(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. Paper Size Standard Card L 100x150 Postcard 4" x 6" Cancel 2L 8" x 10" A4 Letter 11" x 17" A3 OK OK - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
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 oŗf Printing Single Images" (p.87) for details on how to change the settings. 100-0046 Print - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 91
the date is imprinted or not, and total number of copies. Print settings are set with the Print Service. (p.79) Print w/DPOF settings Copies Total 1 Date 10 OK Print 3. Press the button. The printer when you have finished printing. 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Disconnect the USB cable from the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 92
4 Menu Reference 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 When using menus and Fn menu, items which cannot be changed due to camera settings appear gray and cannot be selected. - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
release button Press to capture images. (p.43) ںMain switch Move to turn the power on/off (p.30) and confirm the depth of field (Preview) (p.128). ڻLens unlock button Press to detach - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
and EV compensation values. (p.137, p.140) ۃ button Locks the exposure before shooting. (p.141) Automatically adjusts the appropriate exposure in the Manual mode. (p.137) ۄe-dial Sets shutter speed, aperture, and EV compensation values. (p.133, 135, 140) ۅbutton Saves the setting you - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
during playback are noted. ڿ ہ ڼ ۂ ھ ڹShutter release button Press to switch to capture mode. ںMain 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
Using the Button Functions ڼbutton Press to delete images. (p.73) ڽ button Press to show shooting information on the LCD monitor. (p.16) ھbutton Press to switch to capture mode. ڿbutton Press to protect images from being accidentally erased. (p.77) ۀe-dial Uses it to enlarge - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
-way controller is pressed. Rec. Mode Image Tone Recorded Pixels Quality Level Saturation Sharpness Contrast Exit Set-up Format Beep Date Adjust World Time Language Guide display Exit English ŝ96Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
controller (Ɗƌ) to select a setting. 6. Press the button. - The camera returns to the menu screen. Next, set other items. - Press screen, your settings will not be saved if the camera is turned off improperly (such as by removing the batteries while the camera is on). ƃ You can use the e-dial - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
Setting Items Perform settings related to playback and editing images in the [ Playback] menu. Item Plybk dsply mthd Instant Review Preview Display Digital Filter Slideshow Function Sets shooting information to show during playback and whether to display overexposed area warning. Sets the Instant - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
Perform various settings related to the camera in the [ Set-up] menu. Item Format Beep Date Adjust World Time Language Guide display Brightness Level Video Out Transfer Mode* Auto Power Off Folder Name File # Sensor Cleaning Reset Function Formats the SD Memory Card. Switches the beep tone on/off - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 101
Setting Items Set custom functions to fully use the functions of a SLR camera with the Custom Function Menu. The default setting does not use Custom expsr Selects the exposure adjustment method when the button is pressed in (Manual) mode. Sets to use Autofocus when shooting with remote control. - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 102
lens used*1 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*2 Sets to enable shutter release when lens Man. WB Measurement white balance to manual. Color Space Sets the color space - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 103
Using the Fn Menu Capture Mode ƈ Press the button while taking a picture. The Fn menu appears. Fn OK AUTO Fn Exit ƃ Press the four-way controller (ƊƌȜȞ) to set the operation. Four-way controller Ɗ ƌ Ȝ Ȟ Item Function Drive Mode Flash Mode White Balance Sensitivity Selects Continuous - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 104
Fn Exit ƃ Press the four-way controller (ƊȜȞ) to set the operation. Four-way controller Ɗ Ȝ Ȟ Item Function DPOF Settings Sets the DPOF settings. Digital Filter Edits captured images to black and white or sepia tint, adds softening and slimming effects, or adjusts brightness. Slideshow Plays - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 105
P.45 INFORMATION ƃ For (Night Scene Portrait), the shutter speed becomes slower in dark places, even if the builtin flash is used. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake. ŝ104Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 106
Using the Mode Dial Item P (Program) (Shutter Priority) (Aperture Priority) M (Manual) (Bulb) Function Automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure when taking pictures. Lets you set the desired shutter speed for expressing the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 107
MEMO ŝ106Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 108
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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 109
Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level Setting the Image Tone ƈ Set the basic color tone of pictures. The default setting is (Bright). Bright Natural Images are finished brightly, with high contrast and sharp. Images are finished naturally and suitable for retouching. ƃ Set in [Image - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 110
Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level Setting the Recorded Pixels 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 111
as White Balance, Contrast, Saturation and are not applied to the image but such information is saved. Transfer to a PC, apply effects with the enclosed Digimax Master and create JPEG and TIFF images. Lowest compression rate, suited for printing large pictures such as A4 size. Image is saved in JPEG - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 112
Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level Setting the Saturation/ Sharpness/ Contrast ƈ Select from five levels of Saturation, Sharpness and Contrast. The default setting is [0 (Standard)] for all. Saturation Sharpness Contrast Sets the color saturation. Makes the image outlines sharp or - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 113
a light bulb. In cameras using film, this is adjusted by changing the film or using filters. In digital cameras, the whiteness is adjusted pictures using the built-in flash. (About 5400K) Manual For use when taking pictures by manually adjusting the white balance. ſ The color temperature (K) - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 114
light bulb Tungsten light Oil lamp Candle flame Adjusting the White Balance Manually ƈ You can adjust the white balance depending on the light source when taking pictures. With Manual White Balance, the camera can store delicate shades that cannot be precisely adjusted with the white balance - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 115
Pixels and Quality Level 4. Use the four-way controller (ƌ) to select (Manual). White Balance Manual 5. Press the four-way controller (Ȟ). - The message screen appears. Adjust OK Manual White Balance Point camera at subject Press the shutter release button 6. Fully display a white or gray - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 116
Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level Setting the Sensitivity 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 200 to 3200. The default setting is [AUTO]. Set [Sensitivity] in the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 117
Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level INFORMATION 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 ISO Sensitivity Warning Display ƈ ISO Sensitivity Warning appears in the viewfinder when a - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 118
Color Space Color ranges for various input/output devices, such as digital cameras, monitors, and printers, differ. This color range is called the spaces in different devices, standard color spaces have been proposed. This camera supports sRGB and AdobeRGB. sRGB is mainly used for devices such as a - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 119
Focusing ƈ You can focus with the following methods. Autofocus Manual focus The camera is focused when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Manually adjust the focus. Using the Autofocus ƈ You can choose the autofocus area from [Wide] and [Spot]. You can also choose the autofocus mode - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 120
cannot be released until the subject is in focus in (Single mode). If the subject is too close to the camera, move back and take the picture. Adjust the focus manually if the subject is difficult to focus. (p.44), (p.125) ƃ In (Single mode), press the shutter release button halfway. The built - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 121
release button is pressed. This is useful when you wish to temporarily use manual focus while using autofocus. ƃ You can focus using the focus ring and release the shutter while OK button is pressed when using a lens compatible with Quick Shift Focus. (Let go of the OK button to immediately return - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 122
Focusing Setting the AF Mode ƈ You can choose from the following two autofocus modes. The default setting is (Single mode). Single mode Continuous mode When the shutter release button is pressed halfway to focus on the subject, the focus is locked at that position. The subject is kept in focus - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 123
the wide area in the center of the screen (within the focusing area) and focuses on the nearest object. The camera narrows the focusing area to facilitate focusing on a specific subject. Set in [Focusing Area] in the [ Rec. Mode] menu. Rec. Mode Auto Bracket AE Metering Focusing Area AF Mode - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 124
Focusing Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock) 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. - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 125
Focusing 4. Re-compose the picture while keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway. INFORMATION 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 126
check with the focus indicator in the viewfinder or use the viewfinder matte field to adjust focus. Using the Focus Indicator ƈ You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator . 1. Set the focus mode lever to . 2. Look through the viewfinder, press the shutter release button halfway - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 127
to focus and the focus indicator will not stay lit. ƃ The beep can be turned off. (p.161) Using the Viewfinder Matte Field ƈ You can manually adjust the focus using the viewfinder matte field. 1. Set the focus mode lever to . 2. Look through the viewfinder and turn the focusing ring until the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 128
a slower shutter speed. ƃ Using faster shutter speed Choosing a faster shutter speed will allow freezing the action of a moving subject. A faster shutter speed also helps preventing camera shake. ŝ127Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 129
of field for the GX-1L differs depending on the lens but compared to a 35 mm camera, the value is roughly one aperture setting lower (the focused range becomes narrower). ƃ The wider the wide-angle lens, and the farther away the subject, the wider the depth of field is (some zoom lenses do not have - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 130
is in which portion. INFORMATION ƃ The center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the multi-segment metering mode when using a lens other than the D-XENON lens (can only be used if permission is set in [Using aperture ring] in the [ Custom Setting] menu (p.101)). ŝ129Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 131
the center of the screen. Use this metering when you want to compensate the exposure by experience, instead of leaving it to the camera. The illustration shows that sensitivity increases as the pattern height increases (center). This mode does not automatically compensate for backlit scenes. Using - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 132
Metering time is set to 30 seconds. Changing the Exposure Mode ƈ This camera features five exposure modes along with the Scene modes. Use the mode dial field. Use to blur the background or be sharp from front to back. (Manual) (Bulb) Lets you set shutter speed and aperture to create the picture - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 133
Setting the Exposure Using the (Program) Mode ƈ Shutter speed and aperture value are automatically set for taking pictures at the proper exposure. Perform the following to adjust the exposure. 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Turn the e-dial while pressing the the exposure. button and adjust - The EV - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 134
Setting the Exposure Using the (Shutter Priority) Mode 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 135
Setting the Exposure INFORMATION 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 136
Setting the Exposure Using the (Aperture Priority) Mode 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 137
Setting the Exposure INFORMATION 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 138
Setting the Exposure Using (Manual) Mode 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 139
exposure (EV value) appears at the bottom right of the viewfinder. The appropriate exposure is set when [0.0] is displayed. INFORMATION ƃ When in (Manual) mode, the sensitivity is equivalent to ISO 200 when sensitivity is set to [AUTO]. ƃ Blinks when the difference with appropriate exposure is - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 140
the appropriate exposure at that moment if the button is pressed in (Manual) mode. You can choose from the following three adjustment methods in Use a sturdy tripod and the cable switch SSR-D1 (optional) to prevent camera shake when using (Bulb) mode. Connect the cable switch to the cable switch - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 141
is popped up if the flash compensation is set. Compensation value INFORMATION ƃ Exposure compensation is not available when the exposure mode is set to (Manual) or (Bulb) mode. ƃ The exposure compensation cannot be canceled by turning the camera off or by setting any other exposure mode. ŝ140Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 142
1. Press the button. - The camera memorizes the exposure (brightness) at that 18) ƃ The exposure remains in memory for twice as much time as the is not available when the exposure mode is (Manual) or (Bulb) mode. ƃ The combination of engaged when using a zoom lens for which maximum aperture varies - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 143
Setting the Exposure Changing the Exposure and Shooting (Auto Bracket) 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 144
this case, auto focusing works for each frame. After about twice as much time as the exposure metering timer (default setting is 20 seconds), the camera returns to settings for taking the first picture. ƃ You can combine Auto Bracket with the built-in flash or external flash (P-TTL auto only) to - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 145
Setting the Exposure Setting Auto Bracket ƈ Change the shooting order and steps of Auto Bracket. Bracketng amount (Step interval) 1/2 EV 1/3 EV Shooting images ť0.5, ť1.0, ť1.5, ť2.0 ť0.3, ť0.7, ť1.0, ť1.3, ť1.7, ť2.0 0 0 ƍ +, + ƍ 0 ƍ - ſ Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 146
can use the preview function to check the depth of field, composition, exposure and focus before taking a picture. There are 2 preview methods. Digital Preview Optical Preview For checking the composition, exposure and focus in the LCD monitor. For checking the depth of field with the viewfinder - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 147
Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting Displaying the Optical Preview 1. Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway. 2. Turn the main switch to while looking through the viewfinder. - You can check the depth of field in the viewfinder - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 148
Method ƈ Choose the preview method to use when the main switch is turned to the preview position ( ). The default setting is Digital Preview. Digital Preview Optical Preview For checking the composition, exposure and focus in the LCD monitor before taking a picture. For checking the depth of - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 149
image if the subject is too close, aperture is low or sensitivity is high. ƃ This flash compensation is also effective for external flash units which support P-TTL auto flash mode. ŝ148Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 150
away. - The shutter speed automatically changes with the ambient brightness. - The shutter speed shifts automatically anywhere from 1/180 sec. to a slow shutter speed that reduces camera shake. The slowest shutter speed depends on the focal length of the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 151
ƃ Slow-speed-sync slows the shutter speed. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake. The picture will also blur if the subject moves. ƃ Slow-speed . The flash pops up. 4. Take the picture. ƈ Using (Manual) Mode 1. Set the mode dial to . a (Manual) mode is set. 2. Set the shutter speed (under 1/180 sec - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 152
Shooting Distance from Aperture Value ƈ The following equation calculates the distance of the flash for aperture values. Maximum flash distance L1 = Guide number ÷ Selected aperture Minimum flash distance L2 = Maximum flash distance L1 ÷ 5* * The value 5 used in the formula above is a fixed value - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 153
calculates the aperture value for shooting distances. Aperture Value Used F = Guide number ÷ Shooting distance When sensitivity is [ISO 200] and shooting resulting number (3, in the above example) is not available as a lens aperture, the smaller number that is closest (2.8, in the above example) is generally - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 154
: Available #: Restricted No: Not available) ƈ See the SEF-36PZF operating manual for details. ſ When using an external flash, it is recommended to use flash mode. Camera Function Red-eye reduction flash Flash Automatic flash discharge After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 155
the GX-1L depending on the focal length of the lens you are using (when using D-XENON lenses). operation method and effective distance, please read the external flash manual. ƃ The flash does not discharge when the subject is the camera. The built-in flash will hit the external flash. ƃ - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 156
flash sync is not available when the exposure mode is set to (Bulb). ƃ See the SEF-36PZF operating manual for details. Using in Wireless Mode 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 157
]. 6. Set the SEF-36PZF wireless mode on the camera to (Master) or or mode. (Control). INFORMATION ƃ Wireless mode is not available for the built-in flash. ƃ Set the SEF-36PZF wireless slave mode to SLAVE1. ƃ See the SEF-36PZF operating manual for details. Wireless Flash Control (P-TTL Flash Mode - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 158
preflash for red-eye reduction will trigger the external flash. Do not use red-eye reduction when using a slave unit. ƃ See the SEF-36PZF operating manual for details. ŝ157Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 159
show first during playback and whether to Display overexposed area warning. The camera switches display information when you press the button. 1. Select [Plybk Histogram BrigDhtetPaoilerdtioInnfo Last memory Cancel OK OK Images only Histogram Detailed Info Last memory Only captured images are - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 160
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). Playback Plybk dsply mthd Instant Review Preview Display Digital Filter Slideshow Cancel Off - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 161
Settings Formatting the SD Memory Card 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. INFORMATION ƃ Do not open the card cover while formatting SD Memory Card. The card may be damaged beyond use. ƃ Formatting - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 162
the Beep On and Off 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) Set-up Format Beep Date Adjust World Time Language/ Guide display Exit English Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style ƈ You - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 163
Camera Settings Setting the World Time ƈ The date and time selected in "Initial Settings" (p.31) serve as the date and time of your present location. Setting [ - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 164
press the button to return to the World Time screen. 11. Press the button twice. The camera is ready to take pictures. World Time London New York 01:25 INFORMATION ƃ SeeŗList of to set the city and DST setting. ƃ appears on the guide display screen if World Time is On ( ). (p.14) ŝ163Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 165
Camera Settings List of World Time Cities Region North America Central and South America Europe Africa/ West Asia City Honolulu Anchorage Vancouver San Francisco Los Angeles - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 166
Camera Settings Setting the Display Language ƈ You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are Guide Display On and Off ƈ Set to display guides on the LCD monitor when main switch is on or Exposure mode is changed. (p.14) Guide display on Guide display off ƃ Set in [Guide - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 167
SerialNo OK OK Selecting the Video Output Format ƈ When you connect the camera to AV equipment such as a TV, choose the appropriate video output format Video Out] in the [ Set-up] menu. (p.99) - Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment (p.70) Set-up Brightness Level Video Out Transfer Mode Auto - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 168
Settings Setting Auto Power Off ƈ You can set the camera to turn off automatically if unused after a certain length of XXXSSCAM].[XXX] is a sequential Std. number from 100 to 900. (Example) 100SSCAM. The two digits of the [month] and [day] on which the picture was taken are Date assigned as the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 169
Camera Settings Resetting the File Number ƈ You can set the File Number used for the images when inserting a new SD Memory Card. The default setting is [SerialNo]. SerialNo Reset The file number for the most recently captured image is placed in memory and the file number will remain continuous - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 170
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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 171
[ Set-up] menu. 2. Press the four-way controller (Ȟ) to display the [Reset] screen. 3. Use the four-way controller (Ɗ) to select [Reset]. 4. Press the button. The camera is ready to take or play back images. Reset Back to initial settings Reset Cancel OK OK ŝ170Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 172
four-way controller (Ɗ) to select [Reset]. Reset Custom Fnction Returns the custom function settings to initial settings Reset Cancel OK OK 4. Press the button. The camera is ready to take or play back images. ŝ171Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 173
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6 Software information Explains software installation and how to use the program. 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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 175
instruction manual carefully before use. ϛThe attached software is a camera driver and image editing software tool for Windows. ϛUnder no circumstances should all or part of either the software or the user manual be reproduced. ϛCopyrights for software 16-bit colour display compatible monitor (24-bit - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 176
the [Windows Explorer] and select [setup.exe] in the CD-ROM Drive root directory. ƃ PDF documents of user manual are included in the Software CD-ROM supplied with this camera. Search the PDF files with WindowŖs explorer. Before opening the PDF files, you must install the Adobe Reader included in the - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 177
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://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean 1. Install the Digimax Master as the instructions shown on your - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 178
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 Digmax Master opens after starting Digimax Master, the camera driver was setup successfully. - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 179
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 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 180
right mouse button and a pop-up menu will open. Click [Paste]. 7. An image file is transferred from the camera to your PC. - 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. CAUTION ƃ We recommend that - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 181
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. 2. Double-click the [Unplug or Eject Hardware - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 182
for MAC 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 later. 3. Connect the camera to the Macintosh and turn the camera power on. 4. A new icon will be displayed on the desktop - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 183
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 window - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 184
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. - - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 185
Digimax Master ƃ Image viewer : You can view the stored images. ڹ ڽ ھ - Image viewer functions are listed below. ڹMenu bar : You . ڿImage display window : Images of the selected folder are displayed. ſ Refer to the [Help] menu in Digimax Master for further information. ŝ184Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 186
editing an image. ڻImage display window : a selected image displays in this window. ڼPreview window : You can preview the changed image. ſ A still image edited with Digimax Master can't be played back on the camera. ſ Refer to the [Help] menu in Digimax Master for further information. ŝ185Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 187
Digimax Master ƃ DNG converter : You can convert a RAW (*.pef, *.dng) file into a JPEG or TIFF file format. ڻ - DNG converter functions are can convert the RAW (*.dng) file into a file format as you want (*.jpg, *.tiff). ſ Refer to the [Help] menu in Digimax Master for further information. ŝ186Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 188
(asf) and movie clip for this camera (avi, MPEG-4) file types. ںFrame display window : You can insert multi media in this window. ſ Some movie clips that was compressed with a codec that is not compatible with the Digimax Master can't play back in the Digimax Master. ſ Refer to the [Help] menu - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 189
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7 Appendix Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides various resources. Default Settings 190 Cleaning the CCD 194 Optional Accessories 196 Error Messages 198 Troubleshooting 200 Main Specifications 204 Glossary 206 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 191
121 p.148 ƃ [ Playback] Menu Item Plybk dsply Display Style mthd Bright Portion Instant Review Preview Display Histogram Bright Portion Digital Filter Slideshow ŝ190Ş Default Setting Images only OFF 1 sec OFF OFF B&W 3 sec Last Memory Setting Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Reset Setting Yes Yes Yes - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 192
City) Hometown (DST) Destination (City) Destination (DST) Language Guide display Brightness Level Video Out Transfer Mode Auto Power Off Folder Name setting (On) 0 According to default setting PC 1 min Std. SerialNo - Last Memory Setting Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 193
Program Line Off Not available Prohibited Off Digital Preview 1.2 times Entire screen sRGB - Last Memory Setting Reset Setting Yes Yes Yes Yes - - p.170 *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, [ - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 194
Mode Flash Mode White Balance ISO Sensitivity Mode DPOF Settings Digital Filter Slideshow Default Setting (Single frame shooting) (Auto) (Auto) AUTO Night Scene B&W 3 sec *1 : Only continuous shooting settings are saved. Last Memory Reset Setting Setting Page No*1 Yes p.53 Yes Yes p.49 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 195
Camera service center for professional cleaning because the CCD is a precision part. INFORMATION ƃ Do not use a spray type blower. ƃ Do not clean the CCD when the exposure mode is set to (Bulb) mode. ƃ Always cap the lens mount area to prevent dirt and dust from accumulating on the CCD when no lens - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 196
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 the lens after the mirror returns to its original position. ŝ195Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 197
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. Cable Switch SSR-D1 ƃ This is a remote shutter release cord. The cord length is 0.5 m. Flash Accessories ƃ Auto Flash - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 198
Optional Accessories Camera Case ƃ Camera Case SCP-D1 Others ƃ The accessories below are the same as the accessories that are packaged with the camera. - Viewfinder cap - Eyecup - Strap ŝ197Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 199
back an image in a format not supported by this camera. You may be able to play it back on another brand of camera or your computer. No card in camera The SD Memory Card is not inserted in the camera. (p.27) Memory card error The SD Memory Card has a problem, and image capture and playback are - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 200
error. Settings not stored The DPOF settings file could not be saved because SD Memory Card is full. Delete unwanted images and set DPOF again. (p.73) RAW images cannot be set DPOF cannot be applied to the RAW images. RAW images are not supported RAW images cannot be processed using the digital - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 201
Troubleshooting We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service center. Problem Camera does not turn on Cause Batteries are not installed Batteries are not installed properly Battery power is low Remedy Check if batteries are installed. If not, install batteries. Check - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 202
up position, take the batteries out and put them back in again. Then, turn the power on. The mirror will retract. After the procedure is done, if the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs. * Refer to the software instructions for details on connecting the camera to a PC. (p.173 - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 203
There is an unexpected error during file transfer ƍ Turn the camera power off and on again. Transfer the file again. [Case 4] When using the USB hub. ƍ There may be a problem in connecting the camera to the PC through the USB hub if the PC and the hub are not compatible. Wherever possible, connect - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 204
security program instructions about how to stop the program. [Case 8] If a PC connected with the camera stops responding while Windows is starting. ƍ In this case, disconnect the PC and the camera and Windows will start. If the problem happens continuously, set the Legacy USB Support to disable - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 205
Guide Number Angle of View Coverage Sync. Speed Recharging Time External Flash Modes Drive Modes Continuous 23.5mm x 15.7mm CCD Approx. 6.1 Mega-pixel Approx. 6.3 Mega-pixel PENTAX KAF bayonet mount Schneider D-XENON Lens * All PENTAX DSLR lenses are available. * KAF2 (not power zoom compatible - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 206
batteries and card) 0 ~ 40ŭC 5 ~ 85% Storage Driver (Windows 2000/ME/XP, Mac OS 9.0 or later) Digimax Master * Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. * All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. * Accessories for PENTAX DSLR can be used with SAMSUNG DSLR - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 207
not lost when editing images from a computer. When image is opened by non-compatible software, the colors look lighter. AE Metering Brightness of subject is measured to determine exposure. In this camera, select from [Multi-segment Metering], [Center-weighted Metering] and [Spot Metering]. Aperture - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 208
, lens focal length, and distance to the subject. For example, select a smaller aperture to increase the depth of field or use a larger aperture to decrease the depth of field. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Rules for writing information onto a card with recorded images regarding the specific - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 209
data output from the CCD. RAW data is data before being internally processed by the camera. Add settings that are added before shooting in other file formats (such as White to your computer and use the provided software to create image data with different settings, such as JPEG or TIFF. ŝ208Ş - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 210
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 more susceptible to noise. Shutter Speed The length of time that the shutter is open and light - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 211
environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and the limits of a class B digital device under item 15 of in accordance with the instructions, it may cause camera and the affected device. ƈ Use a different socket away from the affected device. ƈ Please contact a Samsung - Samsung GX-1L | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 212
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