Samsung D-XENON 18-55 User manual

Thank you for purchasing the Schneider D-XENON lens.
This Schneider D-XENON lens features a " Quick-Shift Focus System " that lets you finely
adjust the focus manually after the focus has been adjusted in addition to allowing you to
enjoy taking pictures using autofocus or manual focus by mounting on the SAMSUNG
GX -series digital SLR camera.
For further information on the use of this function, refer to p11.
Schneider D-XENON lens can be used only with SAMSUNG GX -series SLR
cameras. It is not compatible with film SLR cameras.
Please read this operating manual carefully before using the lens to ensure that it is used
properly. In addition, also refer to your camera’s operating manual.
In this operating manual, " Schneider D-XENON lens " is shortened to " D-XENON lens. "
Illustrations shown herein may differ from the actual appearance.
FOREWORD

Although we have carefully designed these lenses for safe operation, please pay special
attention to items marked with the following symbols when using this product.
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR LENS
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WARNING This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed,
could result in serious injury to the user.
CAUTION This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed,
could result in minor or medium injury to the user or
damage to the equipment.
•Never look at the sun through the lens or camera. Serious damage to the retina or total loss of
eyesight may occur.
WARNING
•Do not leave the lens in direct sunlight without lens caps. Direct sunlight passing through the
lens will be intensified, and should it focus on flammable materials, fire may occur.
CAUTION

1. Storage and mildew prevention
•
Take the lens out of the protective case or camera bag, and store it in a dry, well-ventilated place.
• Avoid storing the lens in a poorly ventilated location such as a closet, wardrobe, drawer, vehicle,
or where insect repellent or medicine is kept.
• Avoid storing the lens in areas of high temperature and humidity, where there is a risk of mildew
growth. Store the lens with a desiccant in a dry cabinet, airtight container, or plastic bag.
(Leaving a saturated desiccant in the storage container can cause damage to the lens. Be sure
to read the instructions that come with the desiccant before use.)
2.
The lens is not waterproof. When using the lens in a rain or mist, be careful not to allow it to get wet.
3. Never use any organic solvent such as thinner, alcohol, or benzine, etc. to remove dust on the lens.
4. The lens is a precise optical instrument. Be careful not to let it fall, or subject it to strong shocks or
pressure. Use a cushion or similar pad to protect the lens from the vibrations of motorcycles or other
vehicles, boats, etc.
5. Avoid subjecting the lens to rapid changes in temperature, otherwise condensation can occur on
both the inside and the outside of the lens. Put the lens in a plastic bag or camera bag, and take it
out after the lens has reached ambient temperature.
6. When the lens is not attached to the camera body, attach both the supplied lens cap and lens
mountcap to protect it from dust.
7. Do not leave the camera with the lens cap off attached to a tripod or other rigid camera support.
The inner parts of the camera can be damaged by direct sunlight.
8. Have the lens inspected by a dealer every one or two years to maintain its high performance.
PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE
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●FOREWORD
●FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR LENS.......................................................................................................1
●PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................2
●Samsung D-XENON LENS ..................................................................................................................4
■About the D-XENON lens mount ........................................................................................................5
●MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS ..........................................................................................6
●LENS CAP............................................................................................................................................7
●FOCUSING...........................................................................................................................................8
■Changing the Focus Mode..................................................................................................................8
■Focusing with the OK Button ..............................................................................................................9
■Using Manual Focus .........................................................................................................................10
■Using the Quick-Shift Focus System (GX -series cameras only) .....................................................11
■How to use the Quick-Shift Focus System........................................................................................11
■Precautions on close-distance scale (For DA18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL)...............................................13
●ZOOM LENS ......................................................................................................................................14
■About the zoom ring..........................................................................................................................15
●ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD.........................................................................................................16
■About the PL filter window.................................................................................................................17
●FILTERS .............................................................................................................................................19
●PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH ............................................................20
■Built-in Flash .....................................................................................................................................20
■Compatibility of D-XENON Lenses with the Built-in Flash................................................................20
●MAIN SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................................21
CONTENTS
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Schneider D-XENON LENS
Note:
The D-XENON lens does not have an aperture ring. Aperture settings are con-
trolled automatically.
Focusing ring Lens hood
attaching index
Distance scale
Distance index
Mounting index

About the D-XENON lens mount
The D-XENON lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for the SAMSUNG GX
-series digital SLR camera.
The KAF -mount of the D-XENON lens is similar to conventional SLR lenses, but the
D-XENON lens cannot be used on 35 mm SLR cameras.
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CAUTION
Be careful not to damage or dirty the lens-information contacts and AF coupler
on the mount surfaces of the camera and lens. Otherwise, failure or malfunction
may occur.
AF coupler Lens-information
contacts
AF coupler Lens-information
contacts
KAF -mount

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MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS
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1. To mount the lens on the camera body
Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the lens and body, then turn the lens
clockwise until it clicks in place.
2. To remove the lens
Hold down the lens unlock button on the camera body and turn the lens
counterclockwise.
2. Memo:
•Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens, otherwise the lens
will not be properly mounted.
•After mounting the lens, gently turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked
in place.

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LENS CAP
Take off the lens cap by pressing the two tabs inward as shown above.
2. Memo:
•When not using the lens, be sure to attach the lens cap.

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FOCUSING
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Changing the Focus Mode
Use the camera’s focus mode switch to change between the autofocus mode and
manualfocus mode. For details, refer to your camera’s manual.
1. Using Autofocus
Set the camera’s focus mode to autofocus. Press the shutter button halfway to
autofocus.

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Focusing with the OK Button
With the GX camera set as explained below, autofocusing by pressing the shutter button
halfway will be disabled and the OK button can be used instead to autofocus.
On the CCustom menu, select “Enable AF” for “OK btn when shooting”.
2. Memo:
•For details on the setting procedure, refer to the camera’s instruction manual.
CAUTION
During autofocusing, the focusing ring of following lenses will rotate.
• To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing.
- D-XENON 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 AL - D-XENON 50-200mm F/4-5.6 ED

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2. Using Manual Focus
Set to MF with the camera’s focus mode, and turn the focusing ring to focus manually.
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Using the Quick-Shift Focus System (GX -series cameras only)
If you use the lens with an GX -series camera and the focus mode is set to autofocus,
you can focus manually after autofocus is achieved. Just turn the focusing ring to manually
touch-up the focus. You can do this without changing the focus mode to MF.
How to use the Quick-Shift Focus System
1. Using Autofocus
Set the camera’s focus mode switch to autofocus, then press the shutter button halfway
to autofocus.
With the GX camera set as explained by “Focusing with the OK Button” on page 9, you
can focus by pressing the OK button.
2. Hold down the shutter button halfway (or hold down the OK button) and
then turn the focusing ring to focus.
3. Finally, press the shutter release button fully to take a picture.

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CAUTION
During autofocusing, the focusing ring of following lenses will rotate.
• To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing.
- D-XENON 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 AL
- D-XENON 50-200mm F/4-5.6ED
•When using the Quick-Shift Focus System, keep pressing the shutter button
after you achieve focus before taking a picture. If you let go of the shutter
button before taking the picture, you will have to focus all over again when
you press the shutter button again.
In the following cases, you can take the picture without autofocusing after
letting go of the shutter button.
• With the GX camera, use the CCustom menu to set “Cancel AF” for “OK btn when
shooting”. This will enable you to focus manually while you hold down the OK
button. The setting procedure and more details are explained in the camera’s
instruction manual.

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Precautions on close-distance scale
(For D-XENON 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 AL)
In the close-distance scale range (the distance scale in the orange area), when shooting
at the maximum aperture, image quality deterioration in the corners of picture may occur
because of the optical characteristics of the lens.
When taking a picture in this range, we recommend that you use a smaller aperture with
stopping down from wide open.
Close-distance scale

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ZOOM LENS
Focusing ring
Distance scale
Zoom index
Mounting index
Zoom ring
Focal length scale
Focusing index
Lens hood
attaching index
Lens hood
attaching index
Focusing index
Focusing ring
Distance scale
Zoom index
Mounting index
Zoom ring
Distance index
Lens hood
attaching index

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The zoom lens has a focusing ring at the front and a zoom ring behind it.
Turn the zoom ring to set the desired angle of view (lens focal length).
About the zoom ring
Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide-angle.
2. Memo:
•The focusing point may shift slightly by changing the focal length. First adjust the zoom
and then adjust focus.

In order to avoid the deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use of the lens
hood is recommended.
ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD
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When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on
the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other. Attach the lens hood on the lens
by turning the hood in the clockwise direction to lock it as viewed from the front of the lens
until it clicks into position.
2. Memo:
•When attaching the lens hood, hold the focus ring and zoom ring securely to prevent
them from turning.
•When the lens hood is not in use, it can also be turned around and attached in the
reversed position.
Lens hood
attaching
index

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About the PL filter window
If a circular polarizing filter is attached to the D-XENON lens, you can easily turn the filter
via the PL filter window on the bayonet-type hood.
How to use the lens hood with polarizing filter window
1. Remove the PL filter window cap by sliding it in the direction as shown above.
2. Turn the outer rim of the circular polarizing filter from the PL filter window as shown
above.
Lens hood with [PL filter window]
- D-XENON 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 AL - D-XENON 50-200mm F/4-5.6ED

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3. Attach the PL filter window cap.
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2. Memo:
•When shooting, be sure the PL filter window cap is in place to make that the lens hood
is being used to maximum effect.