Samsung Nx1 User Manual

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Shooting Functions > AF mode
Active AF
While you are pressing [Shutter] halfway, the camera automatically 
detects the subject‘s movements and switches between Single AF and 
Continuous AF. It fixes the focus on the subject when the subject gets far 
from the camera (Single AF). It continues to focus automatically when 
the subject gets closer to the camera (Continuous AF). This mode is 
recommended for shooting subjects that are moving unpredictably.
This option is not available when recording a video.
Manual focus
You can manually focus on a subject by rotating the focus ring on the lens. 
The MF Assist function lets you easily bring a subject into focus. While you 
are rotating the focus ring, the focus area is magnified. When you use the 
Focus Peaking function, the color you selected appears on the focused 
subject. This mode is recommended for shooting a subject similar in color 
to the background, a night scene, or fireworks.
If you use this function, you cannot set Touch AF, AF Area, and Link AE to AF 
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The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area.
Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subject. When there are multiple 
subjects, however, unwanted subjects can be in focus. To prevent 
unwanted subjects from being in focus, change the focus area so that 
a desired subject is in focus. You can get a clearer and sharper photo by 
selecting an appropriate focus area.
To set the auto 
focus area, In Shooting mode, press [m] 
:b 
: AF Area 
:  
an option.
• Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions.
• When the AF/MF switch is set to  MF, you cannot change the AF area from the 
shooting menu.
• When you use the Face Detection AF option, the camera focuses on the area 
with the white frame automatically.
• Depending on the Picture Wizard options, Face Detection may not be 
effective.
• When you set manual focus, Face Detection may not be available.
• Face Detection may not be effective when:
 -The subject is far from the camera.
 -It is too bright or too dark.
 -The subject is not facing the camera.
 -The subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask.
 -The subject’s facial expression changes drastically.
 -The subject is backlit or the lighting conditions are unstable.
Selection AF
You can set the focus on an area you want. Apply an out-of-focus effect to 
make the subject more distinguishable.
The focus on the photo below was repositioned and resized so that it fits 
the subject’s face.
To resize or move the focus area, in Shooting mode, press [o]. Use the 
navigation button or command dial 2 to move the focus area. Scroll command 
dial 1 to resize the focus area.
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Saving Selection AF position
You can set the camera to remember the most recent AF position used by 
Selection AF and Touch AF before turning the camera off.
To set this function, In Shooting mode, press [m] 
: b 
: Save Selection 
AF Position 

: an option.
Multi AF
The camera displays a green rectangle in places where focus is set 
correctly. The photo is divided into two or more areas, and the camera 
obtains focus points of each area. This mode is recommended for taking 
photos of scenery.
When you press [ Shutter] halfway, the camera displays the focus areas as 
shown in the photo below. 
						

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Face Detection AF
The camera focuses on human faces preferentially. Faces of up to  
10 people can be detected. This setting is recommended for shooting a 
group of people.
When you press [Shutter] halfway, the camera focuses on faces as shown 
in the photo below. In cases of shooting a group of people, the camera 
displays the focus on the nearest person’s face or on the face in the center 
of the screen in white and the rest of the people’s faces in gray.
Self-Portrait AF
It can be difficult to check whether your face is in focus when you are 
taking a self-portrait. When this function is on, the camera beeps faster 
when your face is in focus and located at the center of the composition. 
						

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Tracking AF
Tracking AF allows you to track and automatically focus on your subject, 
even when the subject is moving or when you change the shooting 
composition.
White frame: Your camera is 
tracking the subject.
Green frame : Your subject is 
in focus when you half-press 
[Shutter].
Red frame : Your camera failed to 
focus.
Select or focus on an area that you touch on the screen. Additionally, focus 
on the subject and capture a photo by touching the screen.
To set Touch AF, In Shooting mode, press [m] 
:b 
:Touch AF 
:  
an option.
Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions.
Touch AF
Touch AF allows you to select and focus on the focus area that you touch 
on the screen.
AF Point
The focus area will correspond to the area you touch on the screen and the 
focus will not be achieved.
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Shooting Functions > Touch AF
One touch shot
You can capture a photo with the touch of your finger. As you touch a 
subject, the camera focuses on the subject automatically and captures a 
photo.
• If you do not select a focus area, the Auto Focus function does not work.
• Tracking a subject may fail when:
 -The subject is too small.
 -The subject moves irregularly.
 -The subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place.
 -Colors or patterns on the subject and the background are the same.
 -The subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds.
 -The camera shakes excessively.
 -You capture photos continuously.
• When tracking fails, the feature will be reset.
• If the camera fails to track the subject, the focus area will be reset.
• If the camera fails to focus, the focus frame will change to red and the focus 
will be reset.
• When you select Tracking AF, the AF mode is set to Continuous AF. 
						

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Use various focus assist functions while focusing the camera automatically 
or manually. Manual focus assist functions are available only with lenses 
that support manual focus.
MF Assist
In the manual focus mode, you can enlarge the scene and easily adjust the 
focus while rotating the focus ring.
To set the manual 
focus assist, In Shooting mode, press [m] 
: b 
: MF Assist 
:  
an option.
* Default
Option Description
OffDo not use the MF Assist function.
Enlarge x5*
The focus area is magnified by 5 times when you rotate the 
focus ring.
Enlarge x8
The focus area is magnified by 8 times when you rotate the 
focus ring.
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DMF (Direct Manual Focus)
You can adjust the focus manually by rotating the focus ring after 
achieving focus by half-pressing [Shutter].
To set the DMF 
function, In Shooting mode, press [m] 
: b 
: DMF 
: an option.
Setting DMF responsiveness
Set the focus ring’s response when you use the DMF function. If you select 
High, slight rotations of the focus ring will adjust the focus. If you select 
Low, longer rotations of the focus ring will adjust the focus.
To set DMF 
Responsiveness 
options,
 In Shooting mode, press [m] 
: b 
: DMF 
Responsiveness 

: an option.
AF Release Priority
Set to capture a photo when focus is achieved, or to select accuracy 
priority or shooting speed priority.
To set AF Release 
Priority options, In Shooting mode, press [m] 
: b 
: AF Release 
Priority  

: an option.
* Default
Option Description
Focus*
Capture a photo only when the focus is achieved. 
You can set the priority either on focus accuracy or 
shooting speed.
• Auto*: The camera automatically selects Accuracy 
priority or Shooting speed priority.
• Accuracy priority: Sets accurate focus as the 
priority. When you select the Continuous High 
shooting method, the Accuracy priority setting is 
applied only on the first shot.
• Shooting speed priority: Sets the shooting speed 
as the priority.
ReleaseCapture a photo when you press [Shutter] even when 
focus is not achieved. 
						

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Focus Peaking
In the manual focus mode, the color you selected appears on the focused 
subject to help you focus while rotating the focus ring.
To set Focus 
Peaking options, In Shooting mode, press [m] 
: b 
: Focus Peaking 
: 
an option.
* Default
Option Description
LevelSet a sensitivity for detecting the focused subject.  
(Off , High, Normal*, Low )
ColorSet a color to appear on the focused subject.  
(White*, Red, Green ) 
						

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Use the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) function to minimize camera 
shake. OIS may not be available with some lenses.
Camera shake tends to occur in dark locations or when shooting indoors. 
Under these conditions, the camera uses slower shutter speeds to increase 
the amount of light it takes in, which can result in a blurry photo. You can 
prevent this by using the OIS function.
If your lens has an OIS switch, you must set the switch to ON to use the OIS 
function.
To set OIS options, In Shooting mode, press [m] 
:b 
: OIS (Anti-Shake) 
: 
an option.
* Default
Icon Description
Off : The OIS function is off.
Mode 1*: The OIS function is applied only when you full or half 
press [Shutter].
Mode 2: The OIS function is on.
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Without OIS correction With OIS correction
• OIS may not function properly when:
 -You move your camera to follow a moving subject.
 -There is too much camera shake.
 -The shutter speed is slow (for example, when you select  Night in  
s mode).
 -The battery is low.
 -You capture a close-up shot.
• If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred by 
the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when you use a 
tripod.
• If the camera is hit or dropped, the display will be blurry. If this occurs, turn off 
the camera, and then turn it on again.
• Use the OIS function only when needed because the function consumes 
more battery power.
• To set an OIS option on the menu, set the OIS switch on your lens to  ON.
• This option may not be available with some lenses.