Measuring the exposure value of the focus area | Samsung NX2000

Shooting Functions > Focus assist

Measuring the exposure value of the focus area

When this function is turned on, the camera automatically sets an optimal exposure by calculating the brightness of the focus area. This function

is only available when you select Spot metering or Multi metering, and Selection AF.

To set this function,

In Shooting mode, touch → 1 → Link AE to AF Point → an option.

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Samsung NX2000 user manual Measuring the exposure value of the focus area

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Page Copyright information Health and safety information Camera or other equipment Use the battery only for its intended purposeAvoid interference with pacemakers Never use a damaged battery, or memory card Do not touch the flash while it firesDo not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts Do not place the camera in or near magnetic fields Check that the camera is operating properly before use Do not expose the lens to direct sunlightAvoid interference with other electronic devices Use your camera in the normal position Safety warnings and precautions Icons used in this manualAdditional information Button Contents Lenses 100 101104 105 113 111112 158 159160 161 169 170 Concepts in Photography Holding the camera Apart, and keep your elbows pointed down Straight posture Aperture Aperture value and the depth of field Shutter speed ISO sensitivity Aperture Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective DOF depends on aperture value What controls out-of-focus effects? DOF depends on focal length Optical preview Rule of Thirds Compositions. Below are a few examples Flash Flash guide number Bounce Photography My Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Getting startedUnpacking Check your product box for the following items Command dial Shooting mode Access a ModeCamera layout Microphone Hot-shoe Hot-shoe cover Eyelet for camera strap Mode button Battery chamber/Memory card coverVideo recording button Status lamp Press Direct Link again to return to the previous mode Setting the Direct Link buttonUsing the Direct Link button Adjusting the exposure value in Program mode Using the command dial Removing the battery and memory card Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up Charging the battery and turning on your camera Charging the batteryRed light blinking Error Turning on your camera Touch the up or down arrows to set an option Performing the initial setupDrag the option list up or down, and then touch a time zone Selecting a mode Accessing a Mode screenMode description Select various modes and functions on the Mode screen My Camera Selecting a mode Rearranging icons Selecting functions options Using mSelecting the photo size in Program mode On the Mode screen, touch Expert → Program Touch Touch EV Using the Smart panelAdjusting the exposure value in Program mode Using the touch screen Flicking Gently flick your finger across the screen Capturing photos Shooting modeDisplay icons Recording videos About the level gauge Playback mode Viewing photos Playing videos Changing the information displayed Touch on the screen repeatedly to change the display typeShooting Playback Lenses Lens layout Locking or unlocking the lens Samsung 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS III lens example Samsung 45 mm F1.8 T6 2D/3D example Lens markings Find out what the numbers on the lens signifyAperture value Focal length Bulb Hot-shoe fastening dial Hot-shoe connection AccessoriesExternal flash layout Clockwise Lift up the flash for use SEF220A example optional GPS module layout optional Attaching the GPS module My Camera Accessories Auto mode Shooting modes Recognizable scenes Press Shutter to capture the photo Smart mode On the Mode screen, touch Smart Touch a scene Icon will appear on the image that the camera recommends Using the Best Face modeTouch to save the photo Capturing panoramic photos On the Mode screen, touch Smart → PanoramaWhen you are finished, release Shutter My Camera Shooting modes Program mode Program Shift Aperture Priority mode Shutter Priority mode Manual mode Using the Bulb function Custom mode Saving a custom modeSelecting a custom mode On the Mode screen, touch Expert → Custom Touch a mode → Recording a video Using i-Function Adjust the focus ring to select an option Available optionsAperture Shutter Speed White Balance Using Z Adjust the focus ring to select a zoom ratio 3D mode Samsung 45 mm F1.8 T6 2D/3D lens example Available functions by shooting mode Exposure lock p Shooting Functions Size and Resolution Photo size Quality Camera saves photos in either the Jpeg or RAW formatSuper Fine Fine → 1 → ISO → an ISO sensitivityExamples Metering circle with the paper and set the White Balance Flash WB Select when using a flashWhite Balance Customizing preset White Balance options You can also customize preset White Balance optionsDistribution becomes warmer. Touch Color tempertature Auto WB Picture Wizard photo styles Smart Filter AF mode Focus mode Single AF Continuous AF Manual focus AF area function changes the positions of the focus area AF areaSelection AF Multi AF Face detection AF Self-Portrait AF Touch AF Touch AFTracking AF Red frame Your camera failed to focus One touch shot Shooting Functions Touch AF Focus Peaking Focus assistMF Assist Measuring the exposure value of the focus area Framing mode Optical Image Stabilization OIS Drive shooting method SingleContinuous → 1 → Drive → an Timer Burst Auto Exposure Bracketing AE Bracket White Balance Bracketing WB Bracket Picture Wizard Bracketing P Wiz Bracket Metering Multi Center-weighted Spot → 1 → Dynamic Range100 Clearly Flash101 Reducing the red-eye effect Adjusting the flash intensity102 103 Indicator Exposure compensation104 Screen Exposure lock 105 Video functions 106Movie size Movie quality 107 Multi MotionFader Set the playing speed of a video Wind cut 108Voice Playback/Editing 110 Viewing image thumbnailsViewing photos Press z 111 Viewing files by categoryViewing files as a folder Thumbnail view, touch → z → Filter → a category 112 Protecting filesLock/Unlock all files Playback mode, touch → z → Protect → All Touch an option 113 Deleting filesDeleting a single file Deleting multiple files Viewing photos 114Enlarging a photo Viewing a slide show 115 Auto rotatingCreating a print order Dpof View the slide show Playing videos 116Trimming a video during playback Video viewing controls 117 Capturing an image during playback Cropping a photo Editing photos118 119 Rotating a photoResizing photos Touch → Touch an option Adjusting your photos Drag the slider or touch +/- to adjust the option120 Touch Touch an option Touch → Drag the slider or touch +/- to adjust the option 121Retouching faces Reducing red-eye 122 Applying Smart Filter effectsTouch → an option Apply special effects to your photos Wireless network Connecting to a Wlan and configuring network settings Connecting to a Wlan124 Touch an AP Using the login browser Setting network optionsManually setting the IP address Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then touch 126 Network connection tips Stop entering text and return to the previous 127Move the cursor Saving files to a smart phone automatically 128On the smart phone, turn on Samsung Smart Camera App On the camera, capture a photo On the Mode screen, touch Wi-Fi→ MobileLink Sending photos or videos to a smart phone129 On the camera, touch a sending option Wireless network Sending photos or videos to a smart phone 130 131 Using a smart phone as a remote shutter releaseOn the Mode screen, touch Wi-Fi→ Remote Viewfinder Remote Viewfinder mode supports 2.1 photo sizes 132On the smart phone, set the following shooting options On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC133 Sending photos or videos to a PC 134 Touch OK Changing email settings On the Mode screen, touch Wi-Fi→ Email135 Storing your information Setting an email password 136 Sending photos or videos via email Changing the email password137 138 Touch Next Select files to send 139 Accessing a websiteEnter your ID and password to log Access the website with your camera Select files to upload 140Uploading photos or videos Touch Upload On the Mode screen, touch Wi-Fi→ Samsung Link → Web storage Enter your ID and password, and then touch Login → OK141 Uploading photos to online storage 142 143 144 On the device, allow the camera to connect to the device Camera settings menu User settings 146ISO Customizing Noise Reduction DMF Direct Manual Focus 147Bracket Set 148 Color spaceSRGB Adobe RGB Save as Custom Mode 149Distortion Correct IFn Customizing 150 Key Mapping AF Lamp 151Grid Line 152 SettingLearn to configure your cameras settings 153 154 File NameFile Number Folder Type 155 Files including protected files. Yes, NoFormat Device Information 156 Connecting to external devices Control the camera to view photos or play videos 158Viewing files on an Hdtv Viewing files on a 3D TV Move to a 3D file, and then touch to switch to 3D mode159 Transferring files to your Windows OS computer Connecting the camera as a removable disk160 Transferring files to your Mac OS Disconnecting the camera for Windows XP161 162 Installing programs from the provided CD Using i-LauncherAvailable programs when using i-Launcher 163 164 Requirements for Mac OSOpening i-Launcher → i-Launcheron your Mac OS computer Viewing photos Using Multimedia Viewer165 166 Viewing videosRefer to Pause Move to the previous file Progress bar 167 Installing Adobe Photoshop LightroomUsing Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Appendix Error messages 169 170 Cleaning the cameraMaintaining the camera Using or storing the camera Using on beaches or shores171 Inappropriate places to use or store the camera Other cautions Using the camera with caution in humid environments172 Supported memory card 173About memory card 174 Memory card capacity20.0M 130 163 217 Photo 175 176 Use a memory card that meets the standard requirements About the battery Battery specifications177 Use only Samsung-approved batteries Battery life Low battery message178 Photos 179 Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Use only the provided USB cable Battery may not charge when180 181 182 183 Camera specifications 184 185 186 187 188 Glossary 189 190 191 192 193 194 Optional accessories 195 196 EM10 Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Index197 Playback mode Shooting mode 198Mac Windows Capturing Options Recording Viewing 199 Applicable in countries with separate collection systems RF exposure statements FCC notice200 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 201This device may not cause harmful interference, Please refer to the warranty that came with your product