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Appendix > Glossary
Composition
Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually, 
abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition.
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)
A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras 
created by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries 
Association (JEITA). 
Depth of field
The distance between the nearest and farthest points that can be 
acceptably focused in a photograph. Depth of field varies with lens 
aperture, focal length, and distance from the camera to the subject. 
Selecting a smaller aperture, for example, will increase the depth of field 
and blur the background of a composition.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
A format for writing printing information, such as selected images 
and number of prints, on a memory card. DPOF-compatible printers, 
sometimes available at photo shops, can read the information from the 
card for convenient printing.
Camera shake (Blur)
If the camera is moved while the shutter is open, the entire image may 
appear blurred. This occurs more often when the shutter speed is slow. 
Prevent camera shake by raising the sensitivity, using the flash, or using 
a faster shutter speed. Alternatively, use a tripod or the OIS function to 
stabilize the camera.
Cloud Computing
Cloud computing is a technology that allows you to store data on remote 
servers and to use them from a device with internet access. 
Color space
The range of colors that the camera can see.
Color temperature
Color Temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin (K) that indicates 
the hue of a specific type of light source. As the color temperature 
increases, the color of the light source has a more bluish quality. As the 
color temperature decreases, the color of the light source has a more 
reddish quality. At 5,500 degrees Kelvin, the color of the light source is 
similar to the sun at midday. 
						

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Flash
A speed light that helps to create adequate exposure in low-light 
conditions.
Focal length
The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point(in millimeters). 
Longer focal lengths result in narrower angles of view and the subject is 
magnified. Shorter focal lengths result in wider angles of view.
Histogram
A graphical representation of the brightness of an image. The horizontal 
axis represents the brightness and the vertical axis represents the number 
of pixels. High points at the left (too dark) and right (too bright) on the 
histogram indicate a photo that is improperly exposed.
H.264/MPEG-4
A high-compression video format established by international standard 
organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T. This codec is capable of providing good 
video quality at low bit rates developed by the Joint Video Team (JVT ).
EV (Exposure Value)
All the combinations of the camera’s shutter speed and lens aperture that 
result in the same exposure. 
EV Compensation
This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by 
the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your photos.
Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format)
A specification to define an image file format for digital cameras created by 
the Japan Electronic Industries Development Association (JEIDA).
Exposure
The amount of light allowed to reach the camera’s sensor. Exposure is 
controlled by a combination of the shutter speed, the aperture value, and 
ISO sensitivity. 
						

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Metering
The metering refers to the way in which the camera measures the quantity 
of light to set the exposure.
MF (Manual Focus)
A system that manually focuses the camera lens on the subject.  
You can use the focus ring to focus on a subject.
MJPEG (Motion JPEG)
A video format which is compressed as a JPEG image.
MPO (Multi Picture Object)
An image file format that contains multiple images in a file. An MPO file 
provides a 3D effect on MPO-compatible displays, such as 3D TVs or 3D 
monitors.
Image sensor
The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for each 
pixel in the image. Each photosite records the brightness of the light that 
strikes it during an exposure. Common sensor types are CCD (Charge-
coupled Device) and CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor).
IP (Internet protocol) address
An IP address is a unique number that is assigned to every device that is 
connected to the internet.
ISO sensitivity
The sensitivity of the camera to light, based on the equivalent film speed 
used in a film camera. At higher ISO sensitivity settings, the camera uses a 
higher shutter speed, which can reduce blur caused by camera shake and 
low light. However, images with high sensitivity are more susceptible to 
noise.
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
A lossy method of compression for digital images. JPEG images are 
compressed to reduce their overall file size with minimal deterioration of 
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PAL (Phase Alternate Line)
A video color encoding standard used in numerous countries throughout 
Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Quality
An expression of the rate of compression used in a digital image. Higher 
quality images have a lower rate of compression, which usually results in a 
larger file size.
RAW (CCD raw data)
The original, unprocessed data, collected directly from the camera’s image 
sensor. White Balance, contrast, saturation, sharpness, and other data can 
be manipulated with editing software before the image is compressed into 
a standard file format.
Resolution
The number of pixels present in a digital image. High resolution images 
contain more pixels and typically show more detail than low resolution 
images.
Noise
Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or 
random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when photos are shot with a 
high sensitivity or when a sensitivity is automatically set in a dark place.
NFC (Near Field Communication)
NFC is a set of standards for radio communication at very close proximity. 
You can use NFC-enabled devices to activate features or exchange data 
with other devices.
NTSC (National Television System Committee) 
A video color encoding standard used most commonly in Japan, North 
America, the Philippines, South America, South Korea, and Taiwan.
Optical zoom
This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does not 
deteriorate quality of images. 
						

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Shutter speed
Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the 
shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it 
controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before 
it reaches the image sensor. A fast shutter speed allows less time to let 
light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects in 
motion.
sRGB (Standard RGB)
International standard of color space established by the IEC (International 
Electrotechnical Commission). This is defined from color space for PC 
monitors and is also used as the standard color space for Exif.
Vignetting
A reduction of an image’s brightness or saturation at the periphery (outer 
edges) compared to the center of the image. Vignetting can draw interest 
to subjects positioned in the center of an image.
White Balance (Color balance)
An adjustment of the intensities of colors (typically the primary colors red, 
green, and blue), in an image. The goal of adjusting the White Balance, or 
color balance, is to correctly render the colors in an image.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a technology that allows electronic devices to exchange data 
wirelessly over a network.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
WPS is a technology that secures wireless home networks. 
						

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Appendix
Optional accessories
Lens
SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS III SAMSUNG 20-50 mm 
F3.5-5.6 ED II
SAMSUNG 16 mm F2.4 SAMSUNG 20 mm F2.8
SAMSUNG 30 mm F2SAMSUNG 50-200 mm 
F4-5.6 ED OIS III
SAMSUNG 60 mm F2.8 Macro ED OIS SSA SAMSUNG 18-200 mm 
F3.5-6.3 ED OIS
Lens
SAMSUNG 85 mm F1.4 ED SSA SAMSUNG 12-24 mm F4-5.6 ED
SAMSUNG 45 mm F1.8 SAMSUNG 45 mm F1.8 [T6] 2D/3D
External flash
SEF42A SEF220A
GPS
GPS10 
						

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Shutter release (micro USB type)Microphone
SR2NX02EM10
Rechargeable battery Battery charger
BP1130BC3NX01
Camera bag Camera case
Memory card Filter
USB cableHDMI cable
Strap
• These illustrations may differ from your actual items. Refer to the user 
manuals of these optional accessories for details. 
• Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Samsung is not responsible for 
damage caused by using another manufacturer’s accessories. 
						

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Appendix
A
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom  167
AllShare Play  141
Aperture  16, 20
Auto Backup  133
Auto focus  80
B
Battery
Caution  177
Charging  34
Insert  33
Best Face mode  65
Bracketing  92
C
Camera
Connecting as removable disk  160
Connecting to PC  160
Disconnecting (Windows)  161
Layout  30
Camera specifications  184
Charging  34
Color space  148
D
Date & Time  153
Depth of Field (DOF)  17, 22
Digital Print Order Format  
(DPOF)  114
DIRECT LINK  32
Display brightness  152
Display type  43
Drive  90
E
Enlarging  113
Exposure Value (EV)  16, 102
F
Fader  105
Files
Deleting  111
Photo type  74
Protecting  110
Video type  104
Flash
Bounce photography  27
Flash options  94
Guide number  26
Intensity  95
F-number  16
Focal length  21
Focus assist  88
Focus Peaking  88
I
Icons
Playback mode  42
Shooting mode  40
i-Function  61
i-Launcher  163Image adjustment
Adjusting photos  119
Red-eye  120
Retouching faces  120
ISO sensitivity  75
i-Zoom  63
L
Lenses
Layout  44
Locking  45
Markings  47
Unlocking  46
M
Maintenance  170
Memory card
Caution  173
Insert  33
Metering  97
MobileLink  129
Index 
						

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O
One touch shot  87
Optical Image Stabilization  
(OIS)  89
Optional accessories
Attach the GPS module  51
Connect the flash  49
Flash layout  48
GPS module layout  51
P
Panorama mode  66
Photos
Editing  117
Enlarging  113
Shooting options  73
Viewing on 3D TV  159
Viewing on camera  108
Viewing on HDTV  158
Picture Wizard  79
Posture  13
Power save mode  153
R
Red-eye effect
Playback mode  120
Shooting mode  95
Remote Viewfinder  131
Resolution
Playback mode  118
Shooting mode (Movie)  104
Shooting mode (Photo)  73
Retouching faces  120
Rotating  118
Rule of thirds  24
S
Service center  181
Settings  152
Shooting modes
Aperture Priority  57
Lens Priority  60
Manual  59
Program  56
Recording  68
Shutter Priority  58
Smart  64
Smart Auto  54
Shutter speed  18, 20
Slide show  113
Smart filter
Playback mode  121
Shooting mode  101
Smart panel  38
T
Thumbnails  108
Timer  91
Touch AF  86
Touch screen  36
Tracking AF  86
Transferring files
Mac  161
Windows  160
TV  158
U
Unpacking  29
V
Video Out  153
Videos
Capturing  116
Options  104
Recording  68
Viewing  115
W
White balance  76
Wireless network  123
3
3D mode  69 
						

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Correct Disposal of This Product 
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the 
product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) 
should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their 
working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human 
health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items 
from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the 
sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased 
this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how 
they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and 
conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic 
accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for 
disposal.
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(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems) 
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the 
batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household 
waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the chemical symbols 
Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains mercury, cadmium or lead 
above the reference levels in EC Directive 2006/66. If batteries are not 
properly disposed of, these substances can cause harm to human health or 
the environment.
To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please 
separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through 
your local, free battery return system.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler.  
To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website:  
www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect Or call, (877) 278 - 0799
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