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  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 1
    USER MANUAL ENG This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
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    of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. • You are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of
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    than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. If you use the flash too close to your subject's eyes, this can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage. Keep your camera away from small children and pets. Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may
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    cause a fire or personal injury. Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables, and accessories. • Using unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury. • Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused
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    connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case. Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased. Never use a damaged battery, or memory card. This may result in
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    of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience. To prevent unwanted interference, use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories. Use your camera in the normal position. Avoid contact with your camera's internal antenna. Data transference and your responsibilities
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    this manual Icons used in this manual Icon [ ] ( ) ĺ * Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions Camera buttons. and then Quality). Annotation Mode indications Mode Smart Auto Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual Lens Priority Smart Wi-Fi Indication t P A S M
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    Photos with two subjects 26 Flash ...27 Flash guide number...27 Bounce Photography 28 Chapter 1 My Camera Getting started 30 Unpacking...30 Camera layout 31 Using the DIRECT LINK button 33 Inserting the battery and memory card 34 Removing the battery and memory card 34 Using the memory card
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    42 In Playback mode...43 Viewing photos ...43 Playing videos ...43 Changing the information displayed 44 Lenses ...45 Lens layout...45 Locking or unlocking the lens 46 Lens markings ...48 Accessories 49 External flash layout 49 Connecting the external flash 50 GPS module layout (optional 52
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    Chapter 2 Shooting Functions Size and Resolution 74 Photo size...74 Quality...75 ISO sensitivity 76 White Balance 77 Customizing preset White Balance options 78 Picture Wizard (photo styles 79 AF mode ...80 Single AF...81 Continuous AF...81 Manual focus...82 AF area...83 Selection AF ...83
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    a WLAN 123 Setting network options 124 Manually setting the IP address 124 Using the login browser 125 Network connection tips 126 Entering text ...127 Saving files to a smart phone automatically 128 Sending photos or videos to a smart phone 129 Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release
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    141 Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link...... 142 Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct 144 Chapter 5 Camera settings menu User settings 146 ISO Customizing ...146 ISO Step...146 Auto ISO Range ...146 Noise Reduction ...146 Bracket Set ...147 DMF (Direct Manual Focus 147
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    171 Using the camera with caution in humid environments 172 Other cautions ...172 About memory card 173 Supported memory card 173 Memory card capacity 174 Cautions when using memory cards 176 About the battery 177 Battery specifications 177 Battery life ...178 Low battery message 178 Notes
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    still to maintain a steady base for your camera. When shooting with a slow shutter speed, hold your breath to minimize body movement. Holding the camera Hold the camera with your right hand and place you right index finger on the shutter button. Place your left hand under the lens for support. 13
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    Concepts in Photography Standing photography Compose your shot; stand up straight with your feet shoulder-length apart, and keep your elbows pointed down. Crouching photography Compose your shot, crouch with one knee touching the ground, and keep a straight posture. 14
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    Concepts in Photography Using the display To take photos at high or low angles, tilt the display up or down. 1 Slide the angle allowed. Failing to do so may damage your camera. • Be careful not to damage the display when tilting it. • When the camera is not held by hands and the display is flipped
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    Concepts in Photography Low-angle shot A low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below your eyeline, looking up the subject. High-angle shot A high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above your eyeline, looking down on the subject. 16
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    contains thin, metal plates that open and close to let light through the aperture and into the camera. The size of the aperture is related to the amount of light: a larger aperture allows more light and a smaller aperture allows less light. Aperture sizes The size of the aperture is represented by
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    sections. If the number of blades is odd, the number of sections is double the number of blades. For example, an aperture with 8 blades divides light into 8 sections and an aperture with 7 blades into 14 sections. A photo with a large DOF A photo with a small DOF 7 blades 8 blades 18
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    the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor. Usually, the shutter speed is manually adjustable. The measurement the more light will be let in. The photos below illustrate that a slow shutter speed allows more time for light to enter the camera. This adds
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    appearance. As a general rule, it is best to use a low ISO setting to prevent noise in your photos, unless you are shooting in darkened environments or at night. Because a low ISO sensitivity means the camera will be less sensitive to light, you need more light to have an optimal exposure. When
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    control the graininess of a photo. Settings Results Settings Shutter speed Fast speed = less light Slow speed = more light Results Fast = still Slow = blurry ISO sensitivity High sensitivity = more sensitive to light Low sensitivity = less sensitive to light Aperture value Wide aperture
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    length translates into a narrow angle, which allows you to capture telephoto shots. Short focal length Long focal length telephoto lens narrow angle telephoto shot wide-angle lens Look at these photos below and compare the changes. wide angle wide shot 18 mm angle 55 mm angle 200 mm angle
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    rest of it blurred, can be obtained by using a telescope lens or selecting a low aperture value. Conversely, a photo with a large DOF which shows all the elements on the photo sharply focused can be achieved by using a wide angle lens or selecting a high aperture value. What controls out-of-focus
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    subject and the camera is, the lower the DOF gets. Therefore, taking a photo close to a subject can result in a photo of low DOF. A photo captured with a 18 mm wide-angle lens A photo captured with a 100 mm telescope lens A photo captured with a 100 mm telescope lens A photo captured close to
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    Optical preview. (p. 150) Composition It is fun to capture a photo of the beauty of world with a camera. No matter how the world is beautiful, however, a poor a 3x3 pattern of equal rectangles. To compose photos that best emphasize the subject, make sure the subject is located at one of the corners
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    two subjects If your subject is in one corner of the photo, it creates an unbalanced composition. You can stabilize the photo by capturing a second subject in the opposite corner to balance the weight of the photo. Subject 2 Subject 2 Subject 1 Subject 1 Unstable Stable When taking landscape
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    = Guide number / Flash to Subject Distance Flash to Subject Distance = Guide number / Aperture value Therefore, if you know the guide number of a flash, you can estimate an optimum flash to subject distance when setting the flash manually. For example, if a flash has a guide number of GN 20 and
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    Photography Bounce photography refers to the method of bouncing light off of the ceiling or walls so that the light spreads evenly over the subject. Normally, photos captured with flash may appear unnatural and cast shadows. Subjects in photos captured with bounce photography cast no shadows and
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    Chapter 1 My Camera Learn about your camera's layout, display icons, lens, optional accessories, and basic functions.
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    Rechargeable battery Software CD-ROM (User manual included) Adobe Photoshop Lightroom DVD-ROM Quick Start Guide • The illustrations may differ from your actual items. • You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems
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    . Name 4 Microphone 5 Hot-shoe cover 6 Hot-shoe 7 Eyelet for camera strap 8 Image sensor Internal antenna/NFC tag 9 * Avoid contact with the internal antenna while using a wireless network. 10 Speaker 11 Lens release button 12 Lens mount 13 Lens mount index 14 AF-assist light/Timer lamp
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    the status of the camera. • Blinking: When saving a photo, shooting a video, sending data to a 8 computer, connecting to WLAN, or sending a photo. • Steady: When there is no data transfer, when data transfer to a computer is complete, or charging the battery. 9 MENU button Access options
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    computer or shutter release. Use a shutter release cable with a tripod to minimize camera movement. 1 2 HDMI port 2 3 Battery chamber/Memory card cover Insert a memory card and battery. Display 4 • To take photos at high or low angles, tilt the display up or down. (p. 15) • Touch the screen to
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    battery and memory card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Memory card Rechargeable battery Insert a memory card with the goldcolored contacts facing down. Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up. Removing the battery and memory card Battery
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    for the first time. (p. 36) Status lamp • Red light on: Charging • Red light off: Fully charged • Red light blinking: Error • Use only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera. If you use another AC adapter, the camera battery may not charge or work properly. • You can charge the
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    the first time, the initial setup screen appears. The language is preset for the country or region where the camera is sold. You can change the language as desired. You can also select an item by touching it on the screen. 1 Press [I] to select Time
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    My Camera Selecting functions (options) Selecting with buttons Scroll the jog dial or Remote Auto Viewfinder Backup Email SNS & Cloud Samsung Link Dragging: Touch and hold an area on the screen, and then drag your finger. AutoShare Photo Size Quality ISO White Balance Back Select 37
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    lightly to minimize the discolorations. • The touch screen may not work properly if you use the camera in extremely humid environments. • The touch screen may not work properly if you apply screen protection film or other accessories move to Photo Size, and then press [o]. • You can also drag
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    Back to go back to the previous menu. AutoShare Photo Size Quality ISO White Balance Back 5472x3648 (3:2) 3888x2592 (3:2) 2976x1984 (3:2) 1728x1152 (3:2) 5472x3080 (16:9) Set 6 Press [m] or touch Back to switch to Shooting mode. Using the Smart panel Press [f] or touch on the screen to access
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    My Camera > Selecting functions (options) 3 Press [D/I/C/F] to move to EV, and then press [o]. • You can select an option directly by scrolling the jog dial without having to
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    activated* Location information* Memory card not inserted** Auto exposure lock (p. 103) Available number of photos • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • (Red): Empty (recharge the battery) Icon Description Auto focus frame Spot metering area Camera shake Manual focus scale Level
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    charged • : Partially charged • (Red): Empty (recharge the battery) Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure value ISO sensitivity (p. 76) 2. Shooting options Icon Description Video size AF mode (p. 80) Metering (p. 97) White Balance (p. 77) Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) (p. 89
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    ) 3D file Playback/Editing menu (Touch) Editing photos (Touch) Trimming a video (Touch) Viewing image thumbnails (Touch) 1 Playing videos 2 3 London No. Description 1 Captured photo 2 RGB histogram (p. 150) Shooting mode, Metering, Flash, 3 White Balance, Aperture value, Shutter speed, ISO
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    My Camera > Display icons Changing the information displayed Press [D] repeatedly to change the • Basic shooting information + Shooting option buttons + Current shooting options information (Photo size, Drive mode, Flash, Metering, AF mode, etc.) • Basic shooting information + Shooting option
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    My Camera Lenses You can purchase optional lenses made exclusively for your NX series camera. Learn about the functions of each lens and select one that suits your needs and preferences. Lens layout SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS III lens (example) 8 1 2 3 4 5 No. Description 1 Lens mount index 2
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    My Camera > Lenses SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED II lens (example) 7 1 2 6 3 5 4 No. Description 1 Lens mount index 2 Zoom lock switch 3 Lens 4 Focus ring (p. 88) 5 i-Function button (p. 61) 6 Zoom ring 7 Lens contacts Locking or unlocking the lens To lock the lens, pull and hold the zoom lock
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    My Camera > Lenses To unlock the lens, rotate the zoom ring as shown in the illustration until SAMSUNG 16 mm F2.4 lens (example) you hear the click. 1 5 2 3 4 You cannot capture a photo when the lens is locked. No. Description 1 i-Function button (p. 61) 2 Lens mount index 3 Focus ring (p.
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    My Camera > Lenses Lens markings Find out what the numbers on the lens signify. SAMSUNG 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 ED OIS lens (example) 1 2 345 No. Description Aperture value 1 A range of supported aperture values. For example, 1:3.5-6.3 means the maximum aperture value range from 3.5 to 6.3. Focal
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    better and more convenient photos. For more information about optional accessories, refer to the manual for each accessory. • The illustrations may differ from the actual items. • You can purchase Samsung-approved accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for
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    My Camera > Accessories Connecting the external flash 1 Remove the hot-shoe cover from the camera. 3 Lock the flash into place by turning the hot-shoe fastening dial clockwise. 2 Mount the flash by sliding it into the hot-shoe. 4 Lift up the flash for use. 50
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    to the user manual for the flash. Use only Samsung-approved flashes. Using incompatible flashes may damage your camera. SEF220A (example) (optional) 1 2 3 6 5 4 No. Description 1 Display icons 2 READY lamp/Test button 3 MODE button 4 Flash release button 5 POWER button 6 Battery cover 7 Bulb
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    My Camera > Accessories GPS module layout (optional) 1 2 3 4 5 No. Description 1 Status lamp 2 POWER button 3 Hot-shoe fastening dial 4 Hot-shoe connection 5 Battery cover Attaching the GPS module 1 Remove the hot-shoe cover from the camera. 2 Mount the GPS module by sliding it into the hot-shoe.
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    My Camera > Accessories 3 Lock the GPS module into place by turning the hot-shoe fastening dial towards LOCK. 4 Press the power button of the GPS module. 53
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    Shooting modes Two simple shooting modes-Smart Auto and Smart mode-help you capture photos with numerous automatic settings. Additional modes allow for greater customization of settings. t Smart Auto mode In Smart Auto mode, the camera recognizes surrounding conditions and automatically adjusts
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    camera selects a scene. An appropriate scene icon appears at the screen. Recognizable scenes Icon Description Landscapes Scenes with bright white lighting Portraits with spot lighting Blue skies Forested areas typically consist of green-colored subjects Close-up photos of colorful subjects Camera is
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    Smart Auto mode. • Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting. • Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the tripod mode ( ) if the subject is moving. • The camera consumes more battery ] to capture the photo. 56
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    > Shooting modes Program Shift Program Shift function lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value while the camera maintains the same exposure. When you scroll the jog dial to the left, the shutter speed decreases and the aperture value increases. When you scroll
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    Priority mode In Aperture Priority mode, the camera automatically calculates shutter speed according to the aperture , and then press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • In low-light settings, you may need to increase the ISO sensitivity to prevent blurred photos. • To set the minimum shutter speed, in
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    4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to capture the photo. In order to compensate for the reduced amount of light allowed by fast shutter speeds, open the aperture and let in more light. If your photos are still too dark, increase the ISO value. Slow shutter speed Fast shutter
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    . In this mode, you can fully control the exposure of your photos. This mode is useful in controlled shooting environments, such as a studio, or when it is necessary to fine-tune camera settings. The Manual mode is also recommended for shooting night scenes or fireworks. 1 Rotate the mode dial
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    from shaking. • The longer you open the shutter, the longer it takes to save a photo. Do not turn the camera off while the camera saves a photo. • If you use this function for a long time, use a fully charged battery. i Lens Priority mode Using E You can adjust the depth of field to blur or sharpen
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    3D mode. Using i-Function in P/A/S/M modes When you use the i-Function button on an i-Function lens, you can manually select and adjust shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, ISO sensitivity, and White Balance on the lens. 1 Rotate the mode dial to P, A, S, or M. 2 Press [i-Function] on the
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    ] to capture the photo. Available options Shooting mode Aperture P A - O S M 3D - O - Shutter Speed - - O O - EV O O O - O ISO O O O O - White Balance O O O O O Z O O O O - • To select items to appear when you press [i-Function] on the lens in Shooting mode
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    to focus, and then press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • Z is not available when you capture burst shots. • Z is not available when you capture photos in the RAW file format. • Z is deactivated when you record videos by pressing the video recording button. • This function is not available when you
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    . Capture scenes with waterfalls. Capture subjects as dark shapes against a light background. Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking reds and yellows. Capture multiple photos in low light conditions without a flash. The camera combines them to create a single image that is brighter and has
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    to focus. 3 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • The camera captures 5 photos consecutively. • The first photo is set as the background image. • The camera automatically detects faces after shooting. 4 Touch a face to replace. 5 Touch the best image from the 5 faces that were captured. • Repeat
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    is displayed in the preview box. • When the scenes are aligned, the camera captures the next photo automatically. 6 When you are finished, release [Shutter]. • The camera will automatically save the shots into one photo. • If you release [Shutter] while shooting, the panoramic shooting stops and
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    effect than those captured with a 3D lens. To increase the 3D effect, attach the optional 3D lens and use 3D mode. (p. 70) • For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the following: - moving the camera too quickly or too slowly - moving the camera too little to capture the next image
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    saved in less memory space. • If you have the image stabilizer option on when shooting a movie, the camera may record the image stabilizer sound. • The zoom sound or other lens sounds may be recorded if you adjust the lens while recording a video. • When using an optional video lens, the autofocus
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    process data at the rate the video is being shot. If this occurs, replace the card with a faster memory card or reduce the video size (for example, from 1280X720 to 640X480). • When formatting a memory card, always format using the camera. If you format on another camera or a PC, you can lose files
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    may be jittery. • Shooting in low temperatures may result in color distortion in images and may consume more battery power. • You may not be able to shoot properly in conditions below 8.5 LV/900 lux. For best results, capture photos in places with sufficient light. • When you photograph objects that
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    Camera > Shooting modes Available functions by shooting mode For details about shooting functions, see Chapter 2. Press a shortcut for each function. Function Photo Size (p. 74) Quality (p. 75) ISO (p. 76) White Balance (p. 77) Picture Wizard (p. 79) Smart 100) P/A/S/M Flash (p. 94)
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    Chapter 2 Shooting Functions Learn about the functions you can set in Shooting mode. You can enjoy more customized photos and videos by using the shooting functions.
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    size As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase. Select a low resolution for photos that will be displayed in a digital picture
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    DVD-ROM. Ensure you have enough space on the memory card to save photos in the RAW format. To set the quality, In Shooting mode, press [m] ĺ 1 ĺ Quality ĺ an option. Icon Format JPEG JPEG Description Super Fine: • Compressed for the best quality. • Recommended for printing in large size. Fine
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    camera to light. The larger the ISO value, the more sensitive the camera is to light. Consequently, by selecting a higher ISO sensitivity value, you can capture photos where flash use is prohibited. You can capture a clear photo by setting a high ISO value without having to secure more light. •
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    , Tungsten, or adjust color temperature manually. You can also adjust color for the preset light sources so that the colors of the photo match the actual scene under mixed lighting conditions. To set the White Balance, In Shooting mode, press [m] ĺ 1 ĺ White Balance ĺ an option. Icon Description
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    options. To customize preset options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ĺ 1 ĺ White Balance ĺ an option ĺ [D] ĺ scroll the jog dial, or press [D/I/C/F]. White Balance : Daylight Examples Auto WB Back Set Reset You can also touch an area on the screen. Fluorescent Daylight Daylight Tungsten
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    which conditions. Experiment with different styles and find your own settings. To set a photo style, In Shooting mode, press [m] ĺ 1 ĺ Picture Wizard ĺ an option • Picture Wizard options cannot be set with Smart Filter options at the same time. Standard Vivid Portrait Landscape Forest Retro
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    camera's focus according to the subjects. You can select a focusing mode appropriate to the subject among Single Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, and Manual MF mode, you have to rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus manually. In most cases, you can have a focus by selecting Single AF. Fast
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    , the focus fixes in the focus area. The area turns green when the focus is achieved. Continuous AF While you are pressing [Shutter] halfway, the camera continues to automatic focusing. Once the focus area is fixed on the subject, the subject is always in focus even when moving. This mode is
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    on a subject by rotating the focus ring on the lens. The MF Assist function lets you easily achieve a focus. While you are rotating the focus ring, the focus area is magnified. When you use the
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    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
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    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 in white and the rest of the people's faces in gray. 84
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    Shooting Functions > AF area 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 beep from the camera gets faster when your face is located at the center of the composition. 85
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    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] the subject is moving or when you change the shooting composition. White frame: Your camera is tracking the subject. Touch AF Touch AF allows you to
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    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. 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
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    can achieve a clearer focus. This function is only available on a lens that supports manual focus. Option Description * Default The focus area is magnified by 8 the focused subject. (Off, High, Normal*, Low) Set a color to appear on the focused subject. (White*, Red, Green) * Default 88
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    some lenses. Camera shake tends to occur in dark places or when shooting indoors. In such cases, the camera uses slower shutter speeds in order to increase the amount of light taken in, which can result in a blurry photo. You can prevent this situation by using the OIS function. If your lens has
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    or Burst to shoot fast moving subjects. Select AE Bracket, WB Bracket, or P Wiz Bracket to adjust exposure, White Balance, or apply Picture Wizard effects. You can also select Timer to capture a photo of yourself. To set the shooting method, In Shooting mode, press [C] ĺ an option. • You can also
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    shots, in Shooting mode, press [C] ĺBurst, and then press [D]. • The photo size is set to 5M. • It may take longer to save a photo. • You cannot use the flash with this option. • Shutter speed must be faster than 1/30 second. • Photos captured with this option may be slightly enlarged when saving
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    a step lighter. Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos as the camera captures three photos continuously. You can adjust the settings in Bracket Set menu. White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket) When you press [Shutter], the camera captures 3 consecutive photos: the original and two more with different
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    > Drive (shooting method) Picture Wizard Bracketing (P Wiz Bracket) When you press [Shutter], the camera captures three consecutive photos, each with a different Picture Wizard setting. The camera captures a photo and applies the three Picture Wizard options you have set to the image captured. You
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    Icon Description Off: Do not use the flash. Smart Flash: The camera automatically adjusts the brightness of the flash according to the amount of light in the surrounding environment. Auto: The flash automatically fires in dark places. Auto Red-eye: The flash automatically fires and reduces red-eyes
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    -adjustable external flash to the camera, the intensity settings of the flash will be applied. • If the subject is too close when you use the flash, some light may be blocked, resulting in a dark photo. Ensure that the subject is within the recommended range, which varies by lens. • When a lens hood
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    ° upward to help you capture a self-portrait easily. When you touch the subject on the display, the timer will be set automatically to capture a photo. Option Off On* Description Do not apply the function for a self-portrait. * Default If you flip the display 180° upwards, the timer (3 seconds
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    it. If a subject looks lighter than its actual color, the camera captures an underexposed photo of it. The brightness and overall mood of the photo can also be affected by how the camera measures the amount of light. Select an appropriate setting for a shooting condition. To set a metering option
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    in a strong backlight condition, the camera calculates that the overall amount of light is abundant, which results in a darker photo. The Spot mode can prevent It sums up the amount of light in the center portion of the shot (60-80 %) and that of the rest of the shot (20-40 %). It is recommended for
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    Shooting Functions > Metering 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
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    Dynamic Range This function automatically corrects the loss of bright detail that can occur due to shading differences in the photo. To set Smart Range options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ĺ 1 ĺ Dynamic Range ĺ an option. Without Dynamic Range effect With Dynamic Range effect Icon Description
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    Filter lets you apply special effects to your photos. You can select various filter options to create special effects that are difficult to be achieved with normal lenses. To set Smart Filter options, In Shooting mode, press [m] ĺ 1 ĺ Smart Filter ĺ an option. Option Off Vignetting Miniature
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    automatically sets the exposure by measuring the levels of light from the photo's composition and the position of a subject. If the exposure set by the camera is higher or lower than you expected, you can adjust the exposure value manually. The exposure value is adjustable in ±3 increments. The
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    exposure because of a strong color contrast, lock the exposure, and then capture a photo. To lock the exposure value, adjust the photo's exposure, and then press the custom button. After locking the exposure, aim the lens where you desire, and then press [Shutter]. • Set a function of the custom
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    at 60 fps.) View on a Full HDTV. View on a Full HDTV. (Available only with some Smart Filter options.) View on an HDTV. View on an HDTV. View on an HDTV. View on a . Icon Extension MP4 (H.264) MP4 (H.264) Description Normal: Record videos in normal quality. HQ: Record videos in high quality. 104
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    speed. x20: Record a video and play it at 20X normal speed. • If you select an option other than x1, sound will not be recorded. • The available options may differ depending on shooting conditions. Fader You can fade in or fade out a scene using the fader function on the camera without having to
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    mode, press [m] ĺ 6 ĺ Mic Level ĺ an option. Wind cut When you record videos in noisy environments, unintended sounds can be recorded in videos. In particular, severe wind noise recorded in videos distracts you from enjoying your videos. Use the Wind Cut function to remove some surrounding noise in
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    Chapter 3 Playback/Editing Learn about how to play back and edit photos and videos. Refer to chapter 6 for editing files on a PC.
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    and icons on the screen disappear. When you operate the camera again, they will reappear. Viewing photos 1 Press [y]. • The most recent file you captured will be displayed. Viewing image thumbnails In order to search for photos and videos you want, convert to the thumbnail view. The thumbnail view
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    type. Location View files by the place they were saved. (Only the photos captured with an optional GPS module have the location information.) 2 Select a left or right to move to a desired folder. • The camera will automatically play back photos in the folder. 2 Scroll the jog dial to the right
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    Playback/Editing > Searching and managing files Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, press [m] ĺ z ĺ Protect ĺ Select. 2 Press [C/F] to select a file, and then press [o]. 3 Press [f]. You cannot delete or rotate a protected file. Lock/Unlock all files
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    Playback/Editing > Searching and managing files Deleting files Delete files in Playback mode and secure more space on your memory card. Protected files are not deleted. Deleting a single file You can select a single file and delete it. 1 In Playback mode, select a file, and then press [n]. 2 When
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    Playback/Editing > Searching and managing files Deleting all files You can delete all files on the memory card at once. 1 In Playback mode, press [m]. 2 Select z ĺ Delete ĺ All. 3 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes. 112
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    the maximum magnification may differ by resolution) Full Image Crop Scroll the jog dial to the right to enlarge a photo. (Scroll the jog dial to the left to reduce a photo.) To Move magnified area Crop the enlarged image Return to the original image Do this Press [D/I/C/F]. Press [f]. (saved as
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    to be printed. The camera saves the DPOF information in the MISC folder of your memory card. If you have set DPOF information for your images, you can take the memory card to a digital printing shop for printing. You cannot set the print order of RAW format files. Photos with dimensions that are
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    controls Icon/Button / /[C] / /[o] / /[F] /[D/I] Description View previous file/Scan backward. (Each time you touch the icon or press the button while playing the video, you change the scan speed in this order: 2X, 4X, 8X.) Pause or resume playback. View next file/Scan forward. (Each time you
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    bar. 9 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes. • You cannot trim a video recorded in 3D mode. • The original video should be at least 10 seconds long. • The camera will save the edited video as a new file and leave the original video intact. Capturing an image during playback 1 While viewing
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    Image Edit function. In this case, use a supplied image editing software. • The camera will save edited photos as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower
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    2 Touch an option. Resize : 10.1M 3:2 3 Touch OK. 4 Touch to save. • You can also rotate a photo in Playback mode by pressing [m], and then selecting z ĺ Rotate ĺ a desired option. • The camera will overwrite the original file. 3 Touch OK. 4 Touch to save. Available resize options differ depending
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    Playback/Editing > Editing photos Adjusting your photos You can correct captured photos by adjusting the brightness, contrast, or saturation. 1 Touch . 2 Touch an adjusting option. Icon Description Original (Reset to the original image) Auto adjustment Brightness Contrast Saturation
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    Playback/Editing > Editing photos Retouching faces 1 Touch ĺ . 2 Press [C/F] to adjust the option. • You can also drag the slider or touch +/- to adjust the option. • As the number increases, the
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    effects to your photos. 1 Touch , and then touch an option. Smart Filter : Vignetting Option Original Vignetting Miniature Colored Pencil Watercolor Wash drawing Description No effect Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Apply a tilt-shift
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    Chapter 4 Wireless network Learn how to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs) and use functions.
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    the on-screen instructions until the Wi-Fi Setting screen appears. • The camera automatically searches for an AP manually. The AP name must be in English to add the AP manually. Icon/ connect to a WPS profile supported AP by selecting ĺ WPS button connection on the camera, and then pushing the
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    , and then enter the required information. Option Network Password IP Setting Description Enter the network password. Set the IP address automatically or manually. Manually setting the IP address 1 In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then press [F] or touch . 2 Select IP Setting
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    Wireless network > Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Using the login browser You can enter your login information via the login browser when connecting to some APs, sharing sites, or cloud servers. Icon Description Close the login browser. Move to the previous page. Move to
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    to a WLAN and configuring network settings Network connection tips • You must insert a memory card to use the Wi-Fi features. • The quality of the network connection will be determined by the AP. • The further the distance between your camera and the AP, the longer it will take to connect to the
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    , etc. Touch a key to enter it. Icon Description Move the cursor. Stop entering text and return to the previous page. Change case. Switch between Symbol/Number mode and the normal mode. Change the input language. Enter a space. Save the displayed text. Delete the last letter. • You can
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    Samsung SMART CAMERA App on an NFC-enabled smart phone, turn on the NFC feature and place the smart phone near an NFC tag (p. 31) on the camera. This feature is supported by smart phones running Android OS 2.3 or higher. This feature is not available for iOS devices. • You must insert a memory card
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    Wireless network Sending photos or videos to a smart phone The camera connects to a smart phone that supports the MobileLink feature via a WLAN. You can easily send photos or videos to your smart phone. • The MobileLink feature is supported by Galaxy series smart phones or Galaxy Tab models with
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    Wireless network > Sending photos or videos to a smart phone 5 Select the camera from the list and connect the smart phone to the camera. • The smart phone can connect to only one camera at a time. 6 On the camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera. • If the smart phone has been
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    Remote Viewfinder feature is supported by Galaxy series smart phones or Galaxy Tab models with the Android 2.3 OS or higher or iOS devices with the iOS 6.0 or higher. Before using this feature, check the device's firmware and update it if needed. • You should install Samsung SMART CAMERA App on your
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    Description Flash option Timer option Photo size Saving location • While using this feature, some buttons are not available on your camera. • The zoom button and the shutter button on your smart phone will not function when using this feature. • Remote Viewfinder mode supports the and photo sizes
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    Wireless network Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos You can send photos or videos that you captured with the camera to a PC wirelessly. Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC 1 Install i-Launcher on the PC. (p. 163) 2 Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. 3 When the
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    files. • The backup may be canceled due to network conditions. • Photos or videos can be sent to a PC one time only. Files cannot be sent again even if you reconnect your camera to another PC. • When there are no files in the camera memory, you cannot use this feature. • You must turn off Windows
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    via email You can change settings in the email menu and send photos or videos stored on the camera via email. Changing email settings In the email menu, you can change settings for storing your information. You can also set or change the email
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    photos or videos via email Setting an email password 1 Rotate the mode dial to B. 2 Select . • The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently connected AP device. • If the camera saved user's setting information, email address, and recently sent email list will be
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    . 6 Enter a new 4-digit password. 7 Enter the new password again. 8 When the pop-up appears, select OK. Sending photos or videos via email You can send photos or videos stored on the camera via email. For information about entering text, refer to "Entering text". (p. 127) 1 Rotate the mode dial to
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    selected photo has a resolution higher than 2M, it will be automatically resized to a lower resolution. • If you cannot send an email because of firewall or user authentication settings, contact your network administrator or network service provider. • When there are no files in the camera memory
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    Wireless network Using photo or video sharing websites Upload your photos or videos to file sharing websites. Available websites will be displayed on your camera. To upload files to some websites, you must visit the website and register before connecting your camera. Accessing a website 1 Rotate
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    network administrator or network service provider. • Uploaded photos or videos may be automatically titled with the date they were captured. • The speed of your internet connection may affect how quickly photos upload or web pages open. • When there are no files in the camera memory, you cannot use
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    , you must create a Samsung Link account and an account with an affiliated online storage service using your PC. After video files to Samsung Link online storage. • When there are no files in the camera memory, you cannot use this feature. • You can upload up to 20 files. • You can also upload photos
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    the photos or videos on the Samsung Link device, refer to the device's user manual. • Videos may not play smoothly depending on the type of Samsung Link device or the network condition. For smooth playback, use a 5 Ghz dual-band AP device. AP S The camera is connected to a TV that supports Samsung
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    can use this feature only with devices that support Samsung Link. • Shared photos or videos will not be stored on the Samsung Link device, but they can be stored in the camera to meet the device's specifications. • Transferring photos or videos to the Samsung Link device may take some time depending
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    will be sent to the device. • You can send up to 20 files at a time. • When there are no photos in the camera memory, you cannot use this feature. • If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi Direct device, update the device with the latest firmware. This feature may not be supported on some devices. 144
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    Chapter 5 Camera settings menu Learn about the user settings and general settings menu. You can adjust the settings to better suit your needs and preferences.
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    Camera settings menu User settings You can set the user environment with these settings. To set user options, In Shooting ISO 3200* Noise Reduction Use the Noise Reduction to reduce the visual noise in photos. Option High ISO NR Long Term NR Description * Default This function reduces noise
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    Camera settings menu > User -/+2.3 EV, -/+2.7 EV, -/+3 EV) Adjust the White Balance interval range of the 3 bracketed photos. (AB-/+3*, AB-/+2, AB-/+1, MG-/+3, MG-/+2, MG-/+1) the camera uses to capture the 3 bracketed photos. DMF (Direct Manual Focus) You can adjust the focus manually by rotating
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    Camera settings menu > User settings Color space The color space option allows you to select methods for representing colors. Digital imaging devices such as digital cameras Its wider range of colors helps you to easily edit photos on a computer. Note that individual programs are generally
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    Camera settings menu > User settings Distortion Correct You can correct lens distortion that might occur from lenses. This feature may not be available with some lenses you press [i-Function] on an i-Function lens. Option Aperture Shutter Speed EV ISO White Balance Z Description Set to adjust the
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    Camera settings menu > User settings No. Description Histogram Set the histogram on the display on or off. About histogram A histogram is a graph that shows the brightness distribution of a photo. A histogram inclined to the left indicates a dark photo (White Balance): Execute the Custom White
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    Camera settings menu > User settings Grid Line Select a guide to help you compose a scene. (Off*, 3 X 3, 2 X 2, Cross, Diagonal) AF Lamp When shooting in dark places, turn the AF lamp on in order to have a better
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    Volume: Set the sound volume or turn all sound off entirely. (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Even if the system volume is turned off, the camera emits the sound while playing a video or a slide show. • AF Sound: Set the sound the camera emits when you half-press the shutter button on or off. (Off, On
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    the battery. • Power Save may not work if the camera is connected to a computer or a TV or playing a slide show or a movie. • Mode Help Guide: Set Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Norway, etc When you connect the camera to an HDTV that supports Anynet+
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    number sequence, even if you have installed a new memory card, formatted the card, or deleted all photos. • The first folder name is 100PHOTO, if to DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) specifications. • If you change a file name (for example, on a computer), the camera will not be able to play
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    of the camera body or lens. (Body Firmware, Lens Firmware) • You can download firmware upgrades from www.samsung.com. • You cannot run a firmware upgrade without a fully charged battery. Recharge the battery fully before running a firmware upgrade. • If you update the firmware, user settings and
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    photos you capture. It is recommended not to change lenses when you are in a particularly dusty area. Also, make sure to attach the lens cap to the lens when not using it. Reset Open Source Licenses Reset the setup menu and shooting options to the factory defaults. (Date, time, language, and video
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    Chapter 6 Connecting to external devices Make full use of the camera by connecting it to external devices such as a computer, HDTV or 3D TV.
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    an HDTV by an HDMI cable, the camera cannot capture a photo or video. • When connected to an HDTV, some of the camera's playback functions may not be available. • The length of time after which the camera and an HDTV are connected may vary depending on the memory card that you are using. As the main
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    files on a 3D TV You can view photos or videos captured in 3D mode or with the 3D Panorama option in Smart mode on a 3D TV. 1 In Shooting user manual for more details. 9 View 3D photos or play 3D videos using the camera buttons. • You cannot view an MPO file in 3D effect on TVs that do not support
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    memory card to your computer by connecting the camera to the PC. Transferring files to your Windows OS computer Connecting the camera as a removable disk You can connect the camera photo on January 1, the folder name will be "101_0101". • You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera
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    bar at the bottom right of your computer screen. Transferring files to your Mac OS Mac OS 10.5 or later is supported. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable. 3 Click the pop-up message. 4 Click the message box indicating safely removed. 5 Remove the
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    Connecting to external devices > Transferring files to your computer 3 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically and displays a removable disk icon. 4 On your computer, open the removable disk. 5 Transfer photos or videos to the Mac OS computer. 162
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    -screen instructions. 5 Click Exit to complete the installation. Available programs when using i-Launcher Item Multimedia Viewer Firmware Upgrade PC Auto Backup Description You can view files with Multimedia Viewer. You can download the firmware of your camera. You can send photos or videos that
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    your computer. • If your computer does not meet the requirements, videos may not play correctly. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage , select Start ĺ All Programs ĺ Samsung ĺ i-Launcher ĺ Samsung i-Launcher. Or, click Applications ĺ Samsung ĺ i-Launcher on your Mac OS computer. 164
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    Viewer Multimedia Viewer allows you to play back files. On the Samsung i-Launcher screen, click Multimedia Viewer. • Multimedia Viewer supports the following formats: - Videos: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9), AVI (MJPEG) - Photos: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF, MPO • Files that have been
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    videos 1 8 7 6 54 3 No. Description 1 File name 2 Adjust the volume. 3 Open the selected file. 4 Move to the next file. 5 Stop No. Description 6 Pause 7 Move to the previous file. 8 Progress bar Downloading the firmware On the Samsung i-Launcher screen, click Firmware Upgrade. Downloading
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    DVD-ROM into your PC. 2 Select a language. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. Using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to JPEG formats and stored in the memory according to the settings of the camera at the time of shooting. RAW files are not transformed to
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    Chapter 7 Appendix Get information about error messages, camera maintenance, trouble shooting tips, specifications, and optional accessories.
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    off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card and insert it again. • Format your memory card. Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery. Capture photos or insert a memory card that contains photos. Delete the damaged file or contact a service center. Delete unnecessary
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    photos because the image sensor is exposed to the external environment. This problem is normal, and the exposure to dust occurs in everyday use of the camera the sensor, contact a service center. Do not insert the blower into the mounting opening of the lens. Camera body Wipe gently with a soft
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    as the camera or its accessories. • Do not store the camera where there are mothballs. Using on beaches or shores • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas. • Your camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery, adapter, or memory card with
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    to a Samsung service center to have it repaired. • Never place cameras, batteries, chargers, or accessories near, on, or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Heat can deform or overheat these devices, which can cause a fire or explosion. • Do not expose the lens to
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    Appendix > Maintaining the camera About memory card Supported memory card This product supports SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity), SDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity), UHS-1 (Ultra High Speed-1), microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, or microUHS-1 memory cards. Terminal Write-
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    Appendix > Maintaining the camera Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 2 GB SD card. Photo Size 20.0M (5472X3648) 10.1M (3888X2592) 5.9M (2976X1984) 2.0M (1728X1152) Burst 16.9M (5472X3080) 7.8M (
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    camera Quality Size HQ Normal 1920X1080 (60 fps) Approx. 10' 10" Approx. 12' 43" 1920X1080 (30 fps) * 1920X1080 (15 fps) Approx. 17' 41" Approx. 23' 38" Approx. 22' 09" Approx. 29' 24" Video 278' 24" * is available only with some Smart Filter options. • The figures above are measured
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    the memory card. • Do not remove the memory card or turn off your camera while the lamp is blinking, as this may damage your data. • When the lifespan of a memory card has expired, you cannot store any more photos on the card. Use a new memory card. • Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to
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    • Disposal regulations may differ by country or region. Dispose of the battery in accordance with all local and federal regulations. Guidelines for charging the battery Charge the battery only by the method described in this user manual. The battery can ignite or explode if not charged properly. 177
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    Appendix > Maintaining the camera Battery life Shooting mode Photos Videos Average time / Number of photos Approx. 165 min/Approx. 330 photos Approx. 110 min (Record videos at 1920X1080 resolution and 60 fps.) • The figures above are based on the CIPA test standards. Your results may differ
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    the camera Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage. Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and - terminals of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage
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    port of your computer does not support the power output standard (5 V, 500 mA) Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when you dispose of used batteries. • Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices
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    the memory card from being damaged due to excessive heat. Turn on your camera again. • The battery may lose power more quickly in low temperatures (below 0 °C/32 °F). Keep the battery warm by putting it into your pocket. • Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly. Recharge
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    Appendix > Before contacting a service center Situation The memory card has an error Your computer does not recognize an SDXC or UHS-1 memory card Your TV or computer cannot display photos and videos that are stored on an SDXC or UHS-1 memory card Cannot display files The photo is blurry Suggested
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    not launch automatically. In this case, click Start ĺ All Programs ĺ Samsung ĺ i-Launcher ĺ Samsung i-Launcher on your Windows computer does not work Lens does not work External flash or GPS does not work The date & time settings screen appears when you power on the camera Suggested remedies AEL
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    Appendix Camera specifications Image Sensor Type CMOS Sensor size 23.5 X 15.7 mm Effective pixels Approx. 20.3 mega-pixels Total pixels Approx. 21.6 mega-pixels Color filter RGB primary color filter Lens Mount Type Samsung NX Mount Available lens Samsung lenses Image Stabilization
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    second • Up to 30 shots per shutter-press Auto exposure bracketing (±3 EV), White Balance bracketing, Picture Wizard bracketing 2-30 sec. (1 second interval) SR2NX02 (via Micro USB port) (optional) External Flash (Bundle with SEF8A) Smart Flash, Auto, Auto Red-eye, Fill in, Fill-in Red, 1st Curtain
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    Appendix > Camera specifications Flash EV External flash Sync terminal White Balance Mode Micro adjustment Dynamic Range Off/Smart Range+/HDR Picture Wizard Mode Parameter Shooting Mode -2-+2 EV (0.5 EV Step) Optional Samsung external flashes: SEF42A, SEF220A Hot-shoe Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy,
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    Appendix > Camera specifications Video Type Format Movie AE mode Movie clip Smart Filter Size Frame rate Multi Motion Quality Sound Edit MP4 (H.264) Movie: H.264, Sound: AAC Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual Audio on/off (Shooting time: Max. 29' 59'') Vignetting, Miniature,
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    Camera specifications Wireless network Type Function NFC Yes Interface Digital output Video output External release External microphone DC power input IEEE 802.11b/g/n support Dual Band MobileLink, Remote Viewfinder, Auto Backup, Email, SNS & Cloud, Samsung without battery and memory card)
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    sRGB. Its wider range of colors helps you to easily edit photos on a computer. AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket) This feature automatically automatically focuses the camera lens on the subject. Your camera uses the contrast to focus automatically. AMOLED (Active-matrix organic light-emitting diode) /
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    focused in a photograph. Depth of field varies with lens aperture, focal length, and distance from the camera to the subject. For example, using a smaller f- and number of prints, on a memory card. DPOF-compatible printers, sometimes available at photo shops, can read the information from the
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    and lens aperture that result in the same exposure. Flash A speed light that helps to create adequate exposure in low-light conditions. EV Compensation This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your photos
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    measures the quantity of light to set the exposure. MF (Manual Focus) A system that manually focuses the camera lens on the subject. You can use the focus ring to focus on a subject. MJPEG (Motion JPEG) A video format which is compressed as a JPEG image. MPO (Multi Picture Object) An image file
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 194
    , bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when photos are shot with a high sensitivity or when lens and does not deteriorate quality of images. PAL (Phase Alternate Line) A video color , collected directly from the camera's image sensor. White Balance, contrast, saturation, low resolution images. 193
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 195
    it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it controls the amount of light which passes through the aperture before it reaches the image red, green, and blue) in an image. The goal of adjusting the White Balance, or color balance, is to correctly render the colors in an image.
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 196
    Optional accessories Lens SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS III SAMSUNG 16 mm F2.4 SAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED II SAMSUNG 20 mm F2.8 SAMSUNG 30 mm F2 SAMSUNG 50-200 mm F4-5.6 ED OIS III SAMSUNG 60 mm F2.8 Macro ED OIS SSA SAMSUNG 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 ED OIS Lens SAMSUNG 85 mm F1.4 ED SSA SAMSUNG
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 197
    ) Microphone SR2NX02 Rechargeable battery EM10 Battery charger BP1130 Camera bag Memory card BC3NX01 Camera case Filter USB cable HDMI cable Strap • These illustrations may differ from your actual items. Refer to the user manuals of these optional accessories for details. • Use only Samsung
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 198
    type 44 Drive 90 C Camera Connecting as removable disk 160 Connecting to PC 160 Disconnecting (Windows) 161 Layout 31 E Enlarging 113 Exposure Value (EV) 17, 102 F Fader 105 Files Deleting 111 Photo type 75 Protecting 110 Video type 104 Flash Bounce photography 28 Flash options 94 Guide number 27
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 199
    mode (Movie) 104 Shooting mode (Photo) 74 Retouching faces 120 Rotating 118 Rule of thirds 25 S Samsung Link 141 Service center 181 Settings 152 Shooting modes Aperture Priority 58 Lens Priority 61 Manual 60 Program 56 Recording 69 Shutter Priority 59 Smart 65 Smart Auto 54 Shutter speed 19, 21
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 200
    resources. Household users should contact accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. Correct disposal of batteries in this product (Applicable in countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the battery, manual, or packaging indicates that the batteries
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 201
    responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Model No. : Samsung NX300 Responsible Party : Samsung separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 202
    REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Operation is subject to the following two conditions by the party responsible for compliance could void user's authority to operate the equipment. IC: 649E-NX300 This equipment may be operated in all EU countries
  • Samsung NX300M | User Manual (English) - Page 203
    Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website www.samsung.com for after-sales service or inquiries.
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ENG
This user manual includes detailed usage instructions
for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
USER
MANUAL