Samsung EXIF Data Guide
Everything you need to know about EXIF metadata from Samsung cameras — including brand-specific MakerNote fields, popular models, and privacy considerations.
About Samsung
Samsung Electronics, the South Korean technology giant, produced dedicated digital cameras from the early 2000s through 2015, including the innovative NX mirrorless system. While Samsung exited the standalone camera market, they remain one of the largest camera manufacturers in the world through their Galaxy smartphone line, which is the primary source of Samsung-branded EXIF data today.
Samsung is the world's largest smartphone manufacturer, and Galaxy phones are one of the most common sources of digital photos globally. Samsung's phone cameras feature advanced computational photography, multi-lens arrays, and AI-powered processing, generating distinctive EXIF data.
Common EXIF Fields in Samsung Photos
These are the standard EXIF fields you will find in photos taken with Samsung cameras:
| Field | Description | Example Value |
|---|---|---|
| Make | Device manufacturer | samsung |
| Model | Device model | SM-S928U |
| Software | Android/One UI version | S928USQS4AXK1 |
| ImageWidth | Image width in pixels | 4000 |
| ImageHeight | Image height in pixels | 3000 |
| FocalLength | Equivalent focal length | 6.3 mm |
Samsung-Specific MakerNote Fields
Beyond standard EXIF data, Samsung cameras embed proprietary metadata in the MakerNote section. These fields are unique to Samsung and contain additional technical details about how the photo was captured:
| Field | Description | Example Value |
|---|---|---|
| FaceDetect | Number of faces detected in the scene | 2 |
| FaceRecognition | Whether face recognition was used | Yes |
| DeviceType | Type of device | Cell Phone |
| Samsung_LensType | Which camera module was used | Wide |
| Samsung_MCCData | Multi-camera control data | [binary data] |
| HDRSetting | HDR mode status | Auto HDR |
Popular Samsung Camera Models
These are the most common Samsung cameras you will encounter when viewing EXIF data:
| Model | Type | Megapixels | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S24 Ultra | Smartphone | 200 MP | 2024 |
| Galaxy S24 | Smartphone | 50 MP | 2024 |
| Galaxy S23 Ultra | Smartphone | 200 MP | 2023 |
| Galaxy Z Fold 5 | Smartphone (Foldable) | 50 MP | 2023 |
| Galaxy Z Flip 5 | Smartphone (Foldable) | 12 MP | 2023 |
| Galaxy A54 5G | Smartphone | 50 MP | 2023 |
| Galaxy S21 Ultra | Smartphone | 108 MP | 2021 |
| Galaxy NX | Mirrorless (Discontinued) | 20.3 MP | 2013 |
Tips for Reading Samsung EXIF Data
- 1.Samsung uses lowercase 'samsung' in the Make field, which is unusual among manufacturers.
- 2.Galaxy phone model numbers (e.g., SM-S928U) in EXIF don't clearly indicate the marketing name. SM-S928U is the Galaxy S24 Ultra.
- 3.Samsung phones record which camera module (wide, ultrawide, telephoto) was used in MakerNote data.
- 4.The Software field contains the firmware build number, which can identify the exact Android/One UI version.
- 5.Samsung Galaxy phones embed GPS data by default. Disable it in Camera Settings > Location tags.
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Try the Photo Metadata ViewerFrequently Asked Questions
What EXIF data do Samsung Galaxy phones store?
Samsung Galaxy phones store standard EXIF fields including GPS coordinates, date/time, camera settings, plus Samsung-specific MakerNote data like face detection count, which camera module was used (wide, ultrawide, telephoto), HDR settings, and device firmware version.
How do I find the Galaxy model name from EXIF?
Samsung EXIF data shows internal model numbers like SM-S928U instead of marketing names like Galaxy S24 Ultra. You can look up the model number on Samsung's website or GSMArena to find the corresponding marketing name.
Do Samsung phones embed location in photos?
Yes, Samsung Galaxy phones embed GPS coordinates in photos by default. To disable this, open the Camera app, tap the gear icon for Settings, and toggle off 'Location tags'. Already-taken photos will retain their GPS data until you strip it.
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