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Samung NX1 Firmware Update ver. 1.20 Released

January 24, 2015 By Eric Reagan

Samsung NX1

Samsung has released a major firmware update for the new NX1 mirrorless camera. Firmware version 1.20 adds a ton of features and capabilities for shooting video.

Before we get to the update though, here’s a little bit of eye-candy of the Samsung NX1 on a Redrock Micro rig with the Atomos Shogun for 4K capture via the camera’s HDMI output.

Samsung NX1-3

Samsung NX1-4

The new firmware update version 1.20 includes the following:

  • C Gamma and DR Gamma curves added for movie shooting.
  • Video master black level control in 31 steps
  • Video luminance level limiting [0-255], [16-235], [16-255]
  • Video AF responsiveness control in 5 steps (dictates camera”s readiness to change AF subject)
  • Wider range of display options, including gridline, center, aspect ratio and action-safe area markers
  • Audio levels adjustable during movie capture
  • AF / Manual Focus and SAF / CAF toggling in movie mode
  • Autofocus lock option in movie mode
  • 23.98p and 24p frame rates for 3840×2160 and 1920×1080 video
  • ISO adjustable during movie capture
  • Wi-Fi and [REC] buttons functions can be swapped
  • AF On and AEL buttons functions can be swapped
  • Depth of Field Preview and Delete buttons are customizable and additional functions are available on custom buttons.
  • Added ISO or Exposure Compensation to command dial (customizable per PASM mode)
  • AE and Exposure Compensation improved in M mode
  • Trap Shot feature: fires shutter when a subject crosses a specified guideline
  • It is now possible to off the NR in Bulb mode
  • User can select from four AF area sizes when using CAF + Multi AF
  • Checks installs for firmware updates over Wi-Fi
  • Fixed minor bugs* Refer to i-Launcher for the full details* Refer to the latest User manual for new function explanation

You can download a copy of the the new firmware and the latest version of the user manual here on Samsung’s website.

Filed Under: Samsung Tagged With: 4k, hdslr, NX1, Samsung, video

 

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