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Samsung EV-NX300MBUTSA manual looking up the subject, looking down on the subject, High-angle shot

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Concepts in Photography

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A low-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned below your eyeline,		A high-angle shot is a shot from a camera positioned above your eyeline,
looking up the subject.		looking down on the subject.

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Samsung EV-NX300MBUTSA manual looking up the subject, looking down on the subject, High-angle shot, Concepts in Photography

Contents

USER MANUAL ‡ Google Play Store is a registered trademark of Google, Inc Copyright informationDo not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera Health and safety informationDo not use your camera near flammable or explosive gases and liquids Do not handle your camera with wet handsAvoid interference with pacemakers Use the battery only for its intended purposeCaution-situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipmentDo not touch the flash while it fires Never use a damaged battery, or memory cardDo not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts Do not place the camera in or near magnetic fieldsCheck that the camera is operating properly before use If the camera overheats, remove the battery and allow it to cool downYou must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera Do not expose the lens to direct sunlightIcons used in this manual Indications used in this manualMode indications Concepts in Photography ContentsMy Camera How the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity controlAccessories Contentst Smart Auto mode A Aperture Priority modeContents Shooting FunctionsSize and Resolution AF modePlayback/Editing Wireless networkConnecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Using a smart phone as a remote shutter releaseConnecting to external devices Camera settings menuChapter ChapterError messages AppendixBefore contacting a service center Camera specificationsConcepts in Photography Shooting posturesHolding the camera apart, and keep your elbows pointed down Compose your shot stand up straight with your feet shoulder-lengtha straight posture Standing photography1 Slide the display downwards carefully Using the display2 Tilt the display from 180 upwards to 45 downwards To take photos at high or low angles, tilt the display up or downlooking down on the subject looking up the subjectHigh-angle shot Concepts in PhotographyConcepts in Photography ApertureAperture sizes Concepts in Photography Aperture value and the depth of fieldShutter Speed Shutter speedISO sensitivity doubles as the number doubles. For example, an ISO sensitivityAperture Shutter speedvalue ISO sensitivityShort focal length Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspectiveLong focal length Look at these photos below and compare the changesWhat controls out-of-focus effects? Depth of fieldDOF depends on aperture value DOF depends on the distance between the subject and the camera DOF depends on focal lengthRule of Thirds CompositionOptical preview compositions. Below are a few examples Using the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compellingFlash guide number FlashGuide number = Flash to Subject Distance X Aperture value Aperture value = Guide number / Flash to Subject DistanceConcepts in Photography Bounce PhotographyMy Camera ChapterUnpacking Getting startedCheck your product box for the following items My CameraCamera layout My Camera Camera layout Using the DIRECT LINK button Setting the DIRECT LINK buttonPress DIRECT LINK again to return to the previous mode My Camera Camera layoutUsing the memory card adapter Removing the battery and memory cardInserting the battery and memory card Charging the battery Charging the battery and turning on your cameraTurning on your camera Set the Power switch to ON10 Press m to finish the initial setup Performing the initial setup1 Press I to select Time Zone, and then press F or o 2 Press D/I to select a time zone, and then press oSelecting with buttons Selecting functions optionsSelecting by touch Touching Touch an icon to select a menu or an optionE.g. Selecting the photo size in P mode Using m1 Rotate the mode dial to P 2 Press m or touch My Camera Selecting functions options6 Press m or touch Back to switch to Shooting mode Using the Smart panelE.g. Adjust the exposure value in P mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to P 2 Press f or touchMy Camera Selecting functions options 3 Press D/I/C/F to move to EV, and then press oDisplay icons In Shooting modeCapturing photos 1. Shooting informationRecording videos My Camera Display iconsAbout the level gauge 1. Shooting informationViewing photos In Playback modePlaying videos My Camera Display iconsMy Camera Display icons Changing the information displayedPress D repeatedly to change the display type Lens layout Lenses2 3 SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS III lens exampleSAMSUNG 20-50 mm F3.5-5.6 ED II lens example Locking or unlocking the lensMy Camera Lenses No. Description1 i-Function button p 2 Lens mount index 3 Focus ring p 4 Lens SAMSUNG 16 mm F2.4 lens example5 Lens contacts My Camera LensesSAMSUNG 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 ED OIS lens example Lens markingsFind out what the numbers on the lens signify External flash layout AccessoriesSEF8A example My Camera1 Remove the hot-shoe cover from the camera Connecting the external flash2 Mount the flash by sliding it into the hot-shoe Lift up the flash for use4 Flash release button 5 POWER button 6 Battery cover 7 Bulb 1 Display icons 2 READY lamp/Test button 3 MODE button8 TELE/WIDE mode switch 9 Hot-shoe connection My Camera AccessoriesAttaching the GPS module GPS module layout optional2 Mount the GPS module by sliding it into the hot-shoe My Camera AccessoriesMy Camera Accessories Press the power button of the GPS moduleShooting modes t Smart Auto modeMy Camera Shooting modes 1 Rotate the mode dial to t 2 Align your subject in the frameRecognizable scenes 3 Half-press Shutter to focusMy Camera Shooting modes P Program modeRotate the mode dial to P Set the desired options Minimum shutter speed Program ShiftMy Camera Shooting modes To set the minimum1 Rotate the mode dial to A A Aperture Priority mode2 Scroll the jog dial to adjust the aperture value 3 Set the desired options1 Rotate the mode dial to S S Shutter Priority mode2 Scroll the jog dial to adjust the shutter speed My Camera Shooting modes1 Rotate the mode dial to M M Manual modeFraming mode 4 Set the desired optionsUsing the Bulb function i Lens Priority modeUsing E 1 Rotate the mode dial to 2 Press i-Function on the lens to select EUsing i-Function in P/A/S/M modes 3 Adjust the focus ring to select a value1 Rotate the mode dial to P, A, S, or M 2 Press i-Function on the lens to select a settingAvailable options 3 Adjust the focus ring to select an optionShooting mode My Camera Shooting modes1 Rotate the mode dial to P, A, S, M, or Using Z3 Adjust the focus ring to select a zoom ratio 2 Press i-Function on the lens to select Z1 Rotate the mode dial to s 2 Select a scene s Smart mode3 Half-press Shutter to focus, and then press Shutter to capture My Camera Shooting modes1 Rotate the mode dial to s, and then select Best Face Using the Best Face mode3 Press Shutter to capture the photo 4 Touch a face to replace3 Press m to return to Shooting mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to s, and then select PanoramaWhen you are finished, release Shutter Capturing panoramic photos shaking the camera shooting in dark places My Camera Shooting modesRecording a video 1 Rotate the mode dial to t, P, A, S, M, i, or s2 Set the desired options 3 Press Video recording to start recording 4 Press Video recording again to stopMy Camera Shooting modes 3D modeYou can capture 3D photos or videos with an optional 3D lens SAMSUNG 45 mm F1.8 T6 2D/3D lens exampleSide by Side* Displays two images next to each other My Camera Shooting modesalternately in frames Frame Packing Displays the images for the left and right eyeMy Camera Shooting modes Available functions by shooting modeFor details about shooting functions, see Chapter Press a shortcut for each functionChapter Shooting FunctionsPhoto size Size and ResolutionThe camera saves photos in either the JPEG or RAW format QualityExamples ISO sensitivityWhite Balance Customizing preset White Balance options You can also customize preset White Balance optionsTo customize preset options ResetTo set a photo style Picture Wizard photo stylesExamples Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus according to the subjects AF modefocus mode rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus manuallyContinuous AF Single AFSingle AF is appropriate for shooting a still subject. When you press Shooting Functions AF modeManual focus The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area AF areaSelection AF The camera focuses on human faces preferentially. Faces of up to Multi AFFace detection AF Shooting Functions AF area Self-Portrait AFTracking AF Touch AFTouch AF AF PointShooting Functions Touch AF One touch shotFocus Peaking Focus assistMF Assist Optical Image Stabilization OIS Single Drive shooting methodContinuous Shooting Functions Drive shooting method TimerBurst Shooting Functions Drive shooting method Auto Exposure Bracketing AE BracketWhite Balance Bracketing WB Bracket Picture Wizard Bracketing P Wiz Bracket Bracketing settingShooting Functions Drive shooting method option1 Flash FlashReducing the red-eye effect Adjusting the flash intensityWhen the flash is on, adjust the flash intensity +/-2 levels Shooting Functions FlashSelf Shot Multi MeteringShooting Functions Metering Center-weightedSpot In Shooting mode, press m 1 Link AE to AF Point an option Measuring the exposure value of the focus areaShooting Functions Dynamic RangeTo set Smart Range optionsVignetting Smart FilterMiniature Colored Pencilselecting EV Exposure compensationindicator Shutter Exposure lockMovie size Video functionsMovie quality The functions available for video are explained belowSet the playing speed of a video Multi MotionFader Wind cut VoiceMic Level Set the mic level for the shooting conditionsPlayback/Editing Learn about how to play back and edit photos and videosChapter Refer to chapter 6 for editing files on a PCViewing photos Viewing image thumbnails1 Press y 2 Press C/F to scroll through filesViewing files by category 4 Scroll the jog dial to the left to return to Playback modeViewing files as a folder Playback/Editing Searching and managing files1 In Playback mode, press m z Protect Select Protecting files2 Press C/F to select a file, and then press o 3 Press f Lock/Unlock all files3 Press n 4 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes 2 When the pop-up message appears, select YesDeleting files Deleting a single fileDeleting all files 3 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes1 In Playback mode, press m 2 Select z Delete All Playback/Editing Searching and managing filesEnlarging a photo Viewing photosViewing a slide show 1 In Playback mode, press mCreating a print order DPOF Auto rotating4 Press m 5 Select Start Slide Show6 Press o or touch at the point where you want the trimming to end 3 Press o or touch at the point where you want the trimming to beginPlaying videos Trimming a video during playbackCapturing an image during playback 9 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes7 Press f or touch End Point 8 Press f or touch Trim to trim a video 2 Press f or touch CaptureEditing photos 2 Drag the corners of the box to adjust the size of the areaCropping a photo 1 TouchResizing photos Rotating a photo1 Touch 2 Touch an option 3 Touch OK 4 Touch to save1 Touch 2 Touch an adjusting option Adjusting your photos3 Press C/F to adjust the option 4 Touch OK 5 Touch to saveRetouching faces Touch Press C/F to adjust the option3 Touch OK 4 Touch to save1 Touch , and then touch an option Applying Smart Filter effects2 Touch OK 3 Touch to save Apply special effects to your photosChapter Wireless networkConnecting to a WLAN Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings1 Rotate the mode dial to B 2 Select , , , or 3 Press m, and then select Wi-Fi Setting1 In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then press Setting network optionsManually setting the IP address 2 Select IP Setting ManualClose the login browser Using the login browserMove to the previous page Move to the next page‡ You must insert a memory card to use the Wi-Fi features Network connection tips‡ Do not access a network that you are not authorized to use ‡ The quality of the network connection will be determined by the APchange the case, etc. Touch a key to enter it Entering textIcon Description3 On the smart phone, turn on Samsung SMART CAMERA App Saving files to a smart phone automatically5 On the camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera 1 On the camera, in Shooting mode, press mSending photos or videos to a smart phone 1 On the camera, rotate the mode dial to B 2 On the camera, select3 On the camera, select a sending option 4 On the smart phone, turn on Samsung SMART CAMERA App6 On the camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera Wireless network Sending photos or videos to a smart phone3 On the smart phone, turn on Samsung SMART CAMERA App Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release1 On the camera, rotate the mode dial to B 2 On the camera, select 6 On the smart phone, set the following shooting options Wireless network Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release7 On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus 8 Release to capture the photoInstalling the program for Auto Backup on your PC Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos1 Install i-Launcher on the PC. p 3 When the Auto Backup program icon appears, click it4 Select OK Wireless network Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos3 Select a backup PC 4 Select Sender Setting Changing email settingsSending photos or videos via email Storing your informationSetting an email password Wireless network Sending photos or videos via email4 Select Setting Password On 5 When the pop-up appears, select OK4 Select Change Password Changing the email password5 Enter your current 4-digit password 6 Enter a new 4-digit password 7 Enter the new password again 8 When the pop-up appears, select OK5 Select Next 6 Select files to send 4 Select the Receiver box, enter an email address, and then touch7 Select Next 8 Select the comment box, enter your comments, and then touch1 Rotate the mode dial to B 2 Select 3 Select a website Accessing a website4 Enter your ID and password to log in Using photo or video sharing websitesAccess the website with your camera Wireless network Using photo or video sharing websitesUploading photos or videos Select files to upload3 Enter your ID and password, and then select Login OK 1 Rotate the mode dial to BUploading photos to online storage 2 SelectViewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link Wireless network Using Samsung Link to send files5 On the Samsung Link device, select a camera to connect to 6 On the Samsung Link device, browse the shared photos or videos‡ You can share up to 1,000 recent files Wireless network Using Samsung Link to send files1 On the device, turn on the Wi-Fi Direct option Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct3 Press m, and then select ShareWi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct 2 On the camera, in Playback mode, scroll to a photoChapter Camera settings menuISO Customizing User settingsNoise Reduction ISO StepDMF Direct Manual Focus Bracket SetAE Bracket Set +2.7 EV, -/+3 EVCamera settings menu User settings Color spacesRGB Standard RGB is an international specification OptionTouch Operation Distortion CorrectiFn Customizing User DisplayBackup, Email, SNS & Cloud, Samsung Link Key MappingHistogram About histogramCamera settings menu User settings Grid LineAF Lamp Learn to configure your cameras settings SettingCamera settings menu To set Setting‡ Mode Help Guide Set to display help text about the Output 3D HDMIFile Name File Numberbody or lens. Body Firmware, Lens Firmware FormatDevice InformationReset the setup menu and shooting options to the factory Camera settings menu Settingdefaults. Date, time, language, and video output settings cap to the lens when not using itChapter Connecting to external devicesViewing files on an HDTV or 3D TV 6 View photos or play videos using the camera buttonsViewing files on an HDTV 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press m q HDMI Output an option. p9 View 3D photos or play 3D videos using the camera buttons 7 Move to a 3D file, and then press I to switch to 3D modeViewing files on a 3D TV In Shooting or Playback mode, press m qTransferring files to your computer Connecting the camera as a removable diskTransferring files to your Windows OS computer 1 Turn off the cameraDisconnecting the camera for Windows XP Connecting to external devices Transferring files to your computerTransferring files to your Mac OS 2 Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your computer screenTransfer photos or videos to the Mac OS computer On your computer, open the removable diskConnecting to external devices Transferring files to your computer 3 Turn on the cameraInstalling programs from the provided CD Using programs on a PCUsing i-Launcher 1 Insert the installation CD into your PC 2 Select a languageOpening i-Launcher Requirements for Mac OSConnecting to external devices Using programs on a PC i-Launcher on your Mac OS computerViewing photos Using Multimedia ViewerDownloading the PC Auto Backup program Viewing videosConnecting to external devices Using programs on a PC On the Samsung i-Launcher screen, click Firmware UpgradeUsing Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Installing Adobe Photoshop Lightroom1 Insert Adobe Photoshop Lightroom DVD-ROM into your PC 2 Select a language 3 Follow the on-screen instructionsChapter AppendixWhen the following error messages appear, try these remedies Error messagesMaintaining the camera Cleaning the cameraCamera lens and display Image sensorUsing on beaches or shores Using or storing the cameraAppendix Maintaining the camera Inappropriate places to use or store the cameraOther cautions Using the camera with caution in humid environments‡ Turn off the camera when not using it Appendix Maintaining the cameraAppendix Maintaining the camera About memory cardSupported memory card Appendix Maintaining the camera Memory card capacitySize QualityVideo Appendix Maintaining the camera‡ Turn off the camera when you insert or remove the memory card Cautions when using memory cards‡ Avoid using or storing memory cards near strong magnetic fields Appendix Maintaining the cameraBattery specifications About the batteryCharging time* When the battery Guidelines for charging the batteryLow battery message Battery lifeNotes about using the battery Appendix Maintaining the cameraNotes about charging the battery Cautions about using the batteryAppendix Maintaining the camera Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damageHandle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Notes about charging with a computer connectedAppendix Maintaining the camera ‡ Use only the provided USB cableBefore contacting a service center The memory card has Appendix Before contacting a service centernot recognize an SDXC or UHS-1 memory cardVideos may not play on some video player Appendix Before contacting a service centerCamera specifications Appendix Camera specifications Flash WB, Custom Set, Color Temperature Appendix Camera specificationsVideo Appendix Camera specificationsx0.25 640X480, 320X240 only, x0.5 PlaybackWireless network Appendix Camera specificationsMobileLink, Remote Viewfinder, Auto Backup Power SourceGlossary AP Access PointAEL/AFL Auto Exposure Lock/Auto Focus Lock Ad-Hoc networkCamera shake Blur Color temperatureCloud Computing Color spaceFlash EV Exposure ValueEV Compensation Exif Exchangeable Image File FormatIP Internet protocol address Image sensorISO sensitivity JPEG Joint Photographic Experts GroupResolution PAL Phase Alternate LineNoise NFC Near Field CommunicationWPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wi-FiShutter speed sRGB Standard RGBAppendix Optional accessoriesLens LensRechargeable battery Appendix Optional accessoriesBattery charger Camera bagAperture 17 Auto Backup Auto focus IndexBattery Best Face mode BracketingPanorama mode Photos One touch shot Optical Image Stabilization OIS Optional accessoriesPicture Wizard Posture Power save mode Red-eye effect Remote Viewfinder ResolutionWaste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Correct Disposal of This ProductApplicable in countries with separate collection systems Correct disposal of batteries in this productDeclaration of Conformity FCC noticeDISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE1 This device may not cause harmful interference, and IC 649E-NX300 This equipment may be operated in all EU countriesPlease refer to the warranty that came with your product

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High-angle shot

looking up the subject.

looking down on the subject.