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Models: EV-NX300MBUTRU EV-NX300MBMUDE EV-NX300MBUTDE EV-NX300MBQUSA EV-NX300MBMTDE EV-NX300MBSVSA EV-NX300MBSTM3 EV-NX300MBQUDE EV-NX300MBSTSE EV-NX300MBSTSA EV-NX300MBSVRU EV-NX300MBSTTR EV-NX300MBSVDE EV-NX300MBSVSE EV-NX300MBPUSA EV-NX300MBUTSA EV-NX300MBQUSE EV-NX300MBUVSA EV-NX300MBSTRU EV-NX300MBQURU EV-NX300MBSTDE EV-NX300MBMVDE

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Contents
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
Multi AF	84
Face detection AF	84
Self-Portrait AF	85
Touch AF	86
Touch AF	86
AF Point	86
Tracking AF	86
One touch shot	87
Focus assist	88
MF Assist	88
Focus Peaking	88

Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)	89
Drive (shooting method)	90
Single	90
Continuous	90
Burst	91
Timer	91
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AE Bracket)	92
White Balance Bracketing (WB Bracket)	92
Picture Wizard Bracketing (P Wiz Bracket)	93
Bracketing setting	93
Flash	94
Reducing the red-eye effect	95
Adjusting the flash intensity	95
Self Shot	96
Metering	97
Multi	97
Spot	98
Center-weighted	98
Measuring the exposure value of the focus area	99
Dynamic Range	100
Smart Filter	101
Exposure compensation	102
Exposure lock	103

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Samsung EV-NX300MBQUSA, EV-NX300MBQUDE, EV-NX300MBSTDE, EV-NX300MBMUDE, EV-NX300MBMTDE, EV-NX300MBMVDE manual 100, 101, 102, 103

EV-NX300MBUTRU, EV-NX300MBMUDE, EV-NX300MBUTDE, EV-NX300MBQUSA, EV-NX300MBMTDE specifications

The Samsung EV-NX300MBSVDE and EV-NX300MBSTTR cameras are compact mirrorless systems that blend advanced technology with user-friendly features for photography enthusiasts and professionals alike. These models are part of Samsung's NX series, which has gained a reputation for delivering exceptional image quality and versatility.

At the heart of the NX300 series is a 20.3-megapixel APS-C sized CMOS sensor, which significantly enhances image quality, especially in low-light conditions. The large sensor size allows for better depth of field control and captures more light than smaller sensors. Coupled with Samsung's DRIMe IV image processor, the NX300M delivers stunning details with vibrant colors and minimal noise at higher ISO settings.

One of the standout features of the NX300M is its high-resolution 3.31-inch AMOLED display with a tilt function. This screen offers bright and vivid visuals that are easy to view even in direct sunlight. The capacitive touchscreen interface enhances usability, allowing photographers to focus quickly and navigate through settings smoothly. Additionally, the camera boasts a fast autofocus system, utilizing 105 phase detection points, which ensures rapid and accurate focusing, making it easier to capture fast-moving subjects.

The NX300M series also supports full HD video recording at 1080p, enabling users to create high-quality video content. The incorporation of advanced video features, such as a built-in microphone and manual audio control, makes this camera suitable for aspiring videographers as well. Furthermore, the Smart Mode feature allows users to choose from various shooting modes that automatically adjust settings to capture the best possible images based on conditions.

Connectivity is a significant advantage of the NX300 series. Built-in Wi-Fi capabilities allow users to share images directly to social media or transfer them to their smartphones or tablets without requiring cables. Samsung's SMART Camera App makes remote shooting possible, providing additional functionality for group photos and self-portraits. The lens selection for the NX series is extensive, featuring multiple options that cater to different photography styles, from wide-angle to telephoto.

Overall, the Samsung EV-NX300MBSVDE and EV-NX300MBSTTR cameras embody a blend of innovative features and advanced technology. They cater to a wide range of photography needs, offering impressive image quality, user-friendly controls, and convenient connectivity options, making them an excellent choice for photographers looking to enhance their creative expression.

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Page Copyright information Do not handle your camera with wet hands Health and safety informationDo not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight Avoid interference with pacemakers Use the battery only for its intended purposeMisusing the battery may cause a fire or electric shock Camera or other equipment Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts Never use a damaged battery, or memory cardDo not touch the flash while it fires Do not place the camera in or near magnetic fields Avoid interference with other electronic devices Check that the camera is operating properly before useDo not expose the lens to direct sunlight Use your camera in the normal position Additional information Safety warnings and precautionsIndications used in this manual Shutter button Contents Lenses 102 100101 103 106 104105 108 159 149158 160 181 169170 184 Concepts in Photography Holding the camera Apart, and keep your elbows pointed down Straight posture Using the display Looking up the subject Looking down on the subject Aperture Aperture value and the depth of field Shutter speed ISO sensitivity Value Shutter speedAperture ISO sensitivity Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspective Look at these photos below and compare the changes DOF depends on aperture value What controls out-of-focus effects? DOF depends on focal length Optical preview Rule of Thirds Compositions. Below are a few examples Manually. For Flash guide numberSubject, the optimal aperture value is F5.0 Bounce Photography My Camera Unpacking AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable batteryGetting started Check your product box for the following items Camera layout Video recording button EV adjust button p‡ In Shooting mode Fn button Setting the Direct Link button Using the Direct Link button Insert the battery with the Samsung logo Removing the battery and memory cardSlide the lock up to release the battery Facing up ‡ Red light blinking Error Charging the battery and turning on your cameraCharging the battery Turning on your camera Performing the initial setup Press I to select Date & Time, and then press F or o Selecting by touch Selecting functions optionsSelecting with buttons Touching Touch an icon to select a menu or an option Selecting the photo size in P mode Using mFlicking Gently flick your finger across the screen Adjust the exposure value in P mode Using the Smart panelPress m or touch Back to switch to Shooting mode Rotate the mode dial to P Press f or touch Press D/I/C/F to move to EV, and then press o Capturing photos Shooting modeDisplay icons London Recording videos About the level gauge Playback mode Viewing photos Playing videos Shooting Changing the information displayedPress D repeatedly to change the display type Playback Lenses Lens layout Locking or unlocking the lens Samsung 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED II lens example Samsung 16 mm F2.4 lens example Aperture value Lens markingsFind out what the numbers on the lens signify Focal length External flash layout AccessoriesBulb Hot-shoe fastening dial Hot-shoe connection Connecting the external flash SEF220A example optional GPS module layout optional Attaching the GPS module My Camera Accessories Smart Auto mode Shooting modes Recognizable scenes Press Shutter to capture the photo Program mode Program Shift Minimum shutter speed Aperture Priority mode Shutter Priority mode Manual mode Framing mode Using the Bulb function Lens Priority modeUsing E Adjust the focus ring to select a value Using i-Function in P/A/S/M modes Aperture Shutter Speed Adjust the focus ring to select an optionAvailable options White Balance Using Z Adjust the focus ring to select a zoom ratio Smart mode Rotate the mode dial to s Select a scene Using the Best Face mode Touch to save the photo When you are finished, release Shutter Rotate the mode dial to s, and then select PanoramaCapturing panoramic photos My Camera Shooting modes Rotate the mode dial to t, P, A, S, M, i, or s Recording a video 3D mode You can capture 3D photos or videos with an optional 3D lens Side by Side* Displays two images next to each other Alternately in frames Available functions by shooting mode Shooting Functions Size and Resolution Photo size Super Fine QualityCamera saves photos in either the Jpeg or RAW format Fine ISO sensitivity Examples White Balance You can also customize preset White Balance options Picture Wizard photo styles AF mode Rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus manually Single AF Continuous AF Manual focus Selection AF AF areaAF area function changes the positions of the focus area Multi AF Face detection AF Self-Portrait AF Touch AF Touch AFTracking AF AF Point One touch shot Shooting Functions Touch AF MF Assist Focus assistFocus Peaking Optical Image Stabilization OIS Continuous Drive shooting methodSingle Timer Burst Auto Exposure Bracketing AE Bracket White Balance Bracketing WB Bracket Bracketing setting Picture Wizard Bracketing P Wiz Bracket Flash Clearly Adjusting the flash intensity Reducing the red-eye effect Self Shot Off Do not apply the function for a self-portrait Metering Multi Center-weighted Spot Measuring the exposure value of the focus area Dynamic Range 100 Smart Filter 101 102 IndicatorExposure compensation Selecting EV Exposure lock 103 Movie size Video functions104 Movie quality Fader 105Multi Motion Set the playing speed of a video Wind cut 106Voice Mic Level Playback/Editing Viewing photos 108Viewing image thumbnails Press y Viewing files as a folder 109Viewing files by category Thumbnail view, press m z Filter a category Lock/Unlock all files 110Protecting files Playback mode, press m z Protect All Select an option Deleting a single file 111Deleting files Deleting multiple files Deleting all files 112You can delete all files on the memory card at once Enlarging a photo Viewing photos113 Viewing a slide show Auto rotating 114Creating a print order Dpof Trimming a video during playback Playing videos115 Video viewing controls 116 Capturing an image during playback 117 Editing photosCropping a photo Resizing photos 118Rotating a photo Touch Touch an option Press C/F to adjust the option Adjusting your photosTouch Touch an adjusting option 119 120 Touch Press C/F to adjust the optionRetouching faces Touch , and then touch an option 121Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos Wireless network 123 Connecting to a Wlan and configuring network settingsConnecting to a Wlan Select an AP Network Password Enter the network password IP Setting Setting network optionsManually setting the IP address 124 Using the login browser 125 126 Network connection tips Move the cursor 127Stop entering text and return to the previous On the smart phone, turn on Samsung Smart Camera App Saving files to a smart phone automatically128 On the camera, capture a photo 129 Sending photos or videos to a smart phoneOn the camera, select a sending option Wireless network Sending photos or videos to a smart phone 130 Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release 131 On the smart phone, set the following shooting options ‡ Remote Viewfinder mode supports the and photo sizes only132 On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus 133 Using Auto Backup to send photos or videosInstalling the program for Auto Backup on your PC Sending photos or videos to a PC 134 Select a backup PCSelect OK Storing your information Changing email settings135 Select the Name box, enter your name, and then touch Setting an email password 136 137 Changing the email passwordSending photos or videos via email 138 Select Next Select files to send Enter your ID and password to log Accessing a websiteRotate the mode dial to B Select Select a website 139 Uploading photos or videos Access the website with your camera140 Select files to upload Uploading photos to online storage Enter your ID and password, and then select Login OK141 Select files you want to upload, and then selectUpload 142 143 144 On the device, allow the camera to connect to the device Camera settings menu ISO Customizing User settings146 Noise Reduction Bracket Set 147DMF Direct Manual Focus SRGB 148Color space Adobe RGB Touch Operation 149Distortion Correct IFn Customizing 150 Key Mapping Grid Line 151AF Lamp Learn to configure your cameras settings Setting152 153 File Name 154Output File Number Body or lens. Body Firmware, Lens Firmware 155Format Device Information 156 Connecting to external devices 158 View photos or play videos using the camera buttonsViewing files on an Hdtv 159 Viewing files on a 3D TV 160 Connecting the camera as a removable diskTransferring files to your Windows OS computer 161 Disconnecting the camera for Windows XPTransferring files to your Mac OS 162 Using i-Launcher Using programs on a PCInstalling programs from the provided CD 163 Opening i-Launcher 164Requirements for Mac OS Launcheron your Mac OS computer 165 Using Multimedia ViewerViewing photos Refer to 166Viewing videos Pause Move to the previous file Progress bar Using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Installing Adobe Photoshop Lightroom167 Appendix Error messages 169 Maintaining the camera Cleaning the camera170 171 Using or storing the cameraUsing on beaches or shores Inappropriate places to use or store the camera 172 Using the camera with caution in humid environmentsOther cautions About memory card 173Supported memory card 20.0M 151 179 218 174Memory card capacity Photo 175 Video 176 ‡ Use a memory card that meets the standard requirements 177 About the batteryBattery specifications Use only Samsung-approved batteries 178 Battery lifeLow battery message Photos 179 Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care 180‡ Use only the provided USB cable 181 182 183 Camera specifications 184 185 186 187 188 Glossary 189 190 191 192 193 194 Optional accessories 195 196 EM10 197 IndexAdobe Photoshop Lightroom Mac Windows 198Capturing Options Recording Viewing 199 Applicable in countries with separate collection systems Telephone No Samsung FCC notice200 RF exposure statements Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference,33633/SDPPI/2014 1258 Please refer to the warranty that came with your product

Shooting Functions

Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)

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