Samsung Nx 300 M Owners Manual

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• 3D mode is always on, regardless of the mode dial of the camera, except 
B.
• To use auto 3D options that enable the camera to set shooting options 
automatically depending on shooting conditions in 3D mode, press 
[m] 
→ 1 → 3D Auto Mode → On.
• To change the 3D recording option, press [m] → 6 →  
3D REC Mode 
→ a desired option.
* Default
Icon Description
Side by Side*: Displays two images next to each other.
Frame Packing: Displays the images for the left and right eye 
alternately in frames.
• Available shooting options differ compared to other shooting modes.
• You can select either 4.1M (2688X1512) or 2.1M (1920X1080) photo size.
• The video resolution is set to 1920X1080.
• Videos recorded in 3D may be dark or playback 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 co ntain polarizing material, such as a 
display, sunglasses, or a polarizing filter, or use the polarizing material with 
your lens, the images may appear dark or the 3D effect may not be applied 
properly.
• Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.
• If you rotate or tilt the camera vertically while shooting, the 3D effect may not 
be applied properly. Capture images with the camera in the normal position.
• If you shoot in fluorescent lighting or capture images displayed by projectors 
or TVs, the images may appear black due to the flicker effect.
• In 3D mode, the Enlarge x8 option of MF Assist may not be available.
• The camera's display shows 3D videos only in 2D.
• Photos captured with the 3D function are saved in JPEG (2D) and MPO (3D) 
formats. On your camera's display, you can view only JPEG files.
• To view 3D files, connect your camera to a 3D TV or 3D monitor with an 
optional HDMI cable. While viewing, wear proper 3D glasses. 
						

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Available functions by shooting mode
For details about shooting functions, see Chapter 2. 
Press a shortcut for each function.
FunctionAvailable in Shortcut
Photo Size (p. 73)P/A/S/M/i/s*/t/3D*-
Quality (p. 74)P/A/S/M/i/s*-
ISO (p. 75)P/A/S/Mf/I
White Balance (p. 76)P/A/S/M/3D*f
Picture Wizard (p. 79)P/A/S/M/3Df
Smart Filter (p. 101)P/A/S/Mf
AF Mode (p. 80)P/A/S/M/i*/s*/3D*f
AF Area (p. 83)P/A/S/M/i*/s*f/F
Touch AF (p. 86)P/A/S/M/i/s*/t/3D*-
MF Assist (p. 88)P/A/S/M/i/s/t/3D*-
Focus Peaking (p. 88)P/A/S/M/i/s/t-
Link AE to AF Point  
(p. 99)P/A/S/M-
FunctionAvailable in Shortcut
Framing Mode (p. 59)P/A/S/M-
OIS (Anti-Shake) (p. 89)P/A/S/M/i/s*/t*-
Drive (Continuous/
Burst/Timer/
Bracketing) (p. 90)
P/A/S/M/i*/s*/t*/3D*f/C
Metering (p. 97)P/A/S/Mf
Dynamic Range  
(p. 100)P/A/S/M-
Flash (p. 94)P*/A*/S*/M*/i*/s*/t*f
Exposure 
compensation (p. 102)P/A/Sf /W
Exposure lock (p. 103)P/A/S-
*  Some functions are limited in these modes. 
						

							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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Photo 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 frame or 
uploaded to the web.
To set the size, In Shooting mode, press [m] → 1 → Photo Size →  
an option.
Icon Size Recommended for
5472x3648 (3:2) Printing on A1 paper.
3888x2592 (3:2) Printing on A2 paper.
2976x1984 (3:2) Printing on A3 paper.
1728x1152 (3:2) Printing on A5 paper.
5472x3080 (16:9)Printing on A1 paper or viewing on an 
HDTV.
3712x2088 (16:9)Printing on A3 paper or viewing on an 
HDTV.
2944x1656 (16:9)Printing on A4 paper or viewing on an 
HDTV.
1920x1080 (16:9)Printing on A5 paper or viewing on an 
HDTV.
3648x3648 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A1 paper.
2640x2640 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A3 paper.
2000x2000 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A4 paper.
1024x1024 (1:1) Printing a square photo on A5 paper.
Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions.
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Quality
The camera saves photos in either the JPEG or RAW format.
Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to the JPEG format 
and stored in the memory according to the settings of the camera at the 
time of shooting. RAW files are not transformed to the JPEG format and are 
stored in the memory without any changes. 
RAW files have the file extension “SRW”. To adjust and calibrate exposures, 
White Balances, tones, contrasts, and colors of the RAW files, or to convert 
them into JPEG or TIFF format, use the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 
program found on the supplied 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] → 1 → Quality →  
an option.
Icon Format Description
JPEG Super Fine:• Compressed for the best quality.
• Recommended for printing in large size.
JPEGFine:• Compressed for better quality.
• Recommended for printing in normal size.
Icon Format Description
JPEGNormal:• Compressed for normal quality.
• Recommended for printing in small size or 
uploading to the web.
RAW
RAW
:• Save a photo without data loss.
• Recommended for editing after shooting.
RAW+JPEG RAW + S.Fine: Save a photo in both the JPEG 
(S.Fine quality) and RAW format.
RAW+JPEG RAW + Fine: Save a photo in both the JPEG (Fine 
quality) and RAW format.
RAW+JPEGRAW + Normal
: Save a photo in both the JPEG 
(Normal quality) and RAW format.
Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions.  
						

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The ISO sensitivity value represents the sensitivity of 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 in dim or dark places at faster shutter speeds. However, this may 
increase electronic noise and result in a grainy photo.
To set ISO sensitivity, In Shooting mode, press [I] → an option.
Examples
ISO 100ISO 400
ISO 800ISO 3200
• You can also set the option by pressing [m] → 1 → ISO → an option 
in Shooting mode.
• Increase the ISO value in places where flash use is prohibited. You can capture 
a clear photo by setting a high ISO value without having to secure more light.
• Use the Noise Reduction function in order to reduce the visual noise that can 
appear on photos of a high ISO value. (p. 146)
• Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions.
ISO sensitivity 
						

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White Balance represents the light source that influences on the color of a 
photo. 
The color of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. 
If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate 
lighting condition to calibrate the White Balance, such as Auto WB, 
Daylight, Cloudy, 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] → 1 → White Balance → 
an option.
Icon Description
Auto WB : Use automatic settings depending on the lighting 
conditions.
Daylight: Select when taking outdoor photos on a sunny day. This 
option results in photos closest to the natural colors of the scene.
Cloudy: Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy day or in 
shadows. Photos captured on cloudy days tend to be more bluish 
than on sunny days. This option offsets that effect.
Icon Description
Fluorescent White : Select when shooting under a daylight 
fluorescent lamp. Especially for white fluorescent light with a color 
temperature of about 4,200K.
Fluorescent NW: Select when shooting under a daylight 
fluorescent lamp. Especially for white fluorescent light of very 
white hues with a temperature of about 5,000K.
Fluorescent Daylight: Select when shooting under a daylight 
fluorescent lamp. Especially for white fluorescent light of slightly 
bluish hue with a temperature of about 6,500K.
Tungsten: Select when taking indoor photos under incandescent 
bulbs or halogen lamps. Incandescent tungsten bulbs tend to have 
a reddish hue. This option offsets that effect.
Flash WB: Select when using a flash.
Custom Set: Use your pre-defined settings. You can manually set 
the White Balance by pressing [ D], and then shooting a white 
sheet of paper. Fill the spot metering circle with the paper and set 
the White Balance.
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Icon Description
Color Temperature: Manually adjust the color temperature of 
the light source. Color temperature is a measurement in degrees 
Kelvin that indicates the specific type of light source. As the color 
temperature increases, the color distribution becomes cooler. 
Alternatively, as the color temperature decreases, the color 
distribution becomes warmer. Press [ D], and then adjust the 
color temperature.
Clear sky
Fluorescent H
Fluorescent L Cloudy
Halogen lamp Daylight
Tungsten
Candle light
Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions.
Customizing preset White Balance options
You can also customize preset White Balance options.
To customize 
preset options,In Shooting mode, press [m] → 1 → White Balance 
→ an option → [D] → scroll the jog dial, or press 
[D/I/C/F]. 
White Balance
Back Set
Reset
You can also touch an area on the screen. 
						

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Examples
Auto WBDaylight
Fluorescent Daylight Tungsten 
						

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Picture Wizard lets you apply different photo styles to your photo to create 
various looks and emotional moods. You can also create and save your 
own photo styles by adjusting color, saturation, sharpness, and contrast for 
each style.
There is no rule for which style is suitable in which conditions. Experiment 
with different styles and find your own settings.
To set a photo style, In Shooting mode, press [m] → 1 → Picture Wizard 
→ an option.
Examples
Standard VividPortrait
LandscapeForestRetro
CoolCalmClassic
• You can also adjust the value of the preset style settings. Select a Picture 
Wizard option, press [D], and then adjust color, saturation, sharpness, or 
contrast.
• To customize your own picture wizard, select , , or , and then adjust 
the color, saturation, sharpness, and contrast.
• Picture Wizard options cannot be set with Smart Filter options at the same 
time.
Picture Wizard (photo styles)