Samsung DV300 user manual Using Basic modes, Using the Smart Auto mode

Using Basic modes

Capture photos or record videos using basic modes. You can also use the Scene mode and the Live Panorama mode.

Using the Smart Auto mode

In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it detects. The Smart Auto mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.

1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>.

2 Select .

3 Align your subject in the frame.

•The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate scene icon appears at the top left of the screen. The icons are listed below.

Icon	Description
	Landscapes
	Scenes with bright white backgrounds

Icon	Description
	Landscapes at night
	Portraits at night
	Landscapes with backlighting
	Portraits with backlighting
	Portraits
	Close-up photos of objects
	Close-up photos of text
	Sunsets
	Blue skies
	Forested areas
	Close-up photos of colorful subjects
	Camera is stabilized or on a tripod
	(when shooting in the dark)
	Actively moving subjects
	Fireworks (when using a tripod)

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