Samsung NX300 User Manual

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Samsung NX300 Specifications

General

Megapixel	20.3 MP
Camera type	MILC
Sensor type	CMOS
Image stabilizer	Yes
Total megapixels	21.6 MP
Image sensor size	- \
Image formats supported	JPG, RAW
Supported aspect ratios	1:1, 3:2, 16:9
Maximum image resolution	5472 x 3648 pixels
Image sensor size (W x H)	23.5 x 15.7 mm
Image stabilizer location	Lens
Still image resolution(s)	3888 x 2592, 5472 x 3080, 3888 x 2592, 3712 x 2088, 3648 x 3648, 2976 x 1984, 2944 x 1656, 2640 x 2640, 1728 x 1152, 2736 x 1824, 2000 x 2000, 1920 x 1080, 1024 x 1024, 2688 x 1512
Filter size	58 mm
Digital zoom	2 x
Optical zoom	- x
Focal length range	- mm
Lens mount interface	Samsung NX
Minimum aperture number	-
Focus adjustment	Auto/Manual
Auto Focus (AF) points	247
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) points selection	Auto
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
ISO sensitivity	100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600
Light exposure modes	Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
ISO sensitivity (max)	25600
ISO sensitivity (min)	100
Light exposure correction	± 3EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter type	Electronic
Fastest camera shutter speed	1/6000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed	30 s
Flash modes	Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye reduction
Flash sync-speed	0.00556 s
Flash guide number	8 m
Shoe mounting point type	Hot shoe
Flash exposure correction	±2EV (1/2 EV step)
Minimum RAM	512 MB
Built-in flash	No
Minimum processor	Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz
Power source type	Battery
Minimum storage drive space	8250 MB
Video resolutions	320 x 240, 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate	60 fps
Video formats supported	H.264, MP4
Maximum video resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels
Analog signal format system	NTSC, PAL
Audio formats supported	AAC
Internal memory	- MB
Compatible memory cards	SD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view	100 %
Display diagonal	3.3 \
Display resolution	800 x 480 pixels
Display resolution (numeric)	768000 pixels
USB version	2.0
HDMI version	1.4a
USB connector	Micro-USB B
HDMI connector type	Micro
Product color	White
Scene modes	Portrait, Landscape (scenery)
Image editing	Resizing, Rotating
Photo effects	Antique, Vivid
White balance	Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Manual, Tungsten
Shooting modes	Aperture priority, Lens priority, Manual, Program, Shutter priority
Camera playback	Movie, Single image, Slide show, Thumbnails
Self-timer delay	2, 3, 5, 10, 12, 20, 30 s
Camera file system	DCF, DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.21, RAW
Image quality adjustment	Saturation, Sharpness
Mac operating systems supported	Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
Battery type	BP1130
Battery voltage	7.6 V
Battery capacity	1130 mAh
Battery life (max)	2.6 h
Battery life (CIPA standard)	320 shots
Number of batteries supported	1
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 85 %
Bundled software	Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, iLauncher, Adobe Reader
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	40.7 mm
Width	122 mm
Height	63.7 mm
Weight	284 g
Weight (including battery)	331 g

Summary

Copyright information

Health and safety information

Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Identifies potential hazards and necessary precautions for safe camera operation.

Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment

Details situations that might damage the camera or connected equipment.

Concepts in Photography

Shooting postures

Discusses correct camera holding and body positioning for stable photography.

Aperture

Explains the function of the aperture in controlling light and its relation to exposure.

Shutter speed

Explains shutter speed's role in controlling exposure time and freezing motion.

ISO sensitivity

Describes ISO sensitivity's effect on image brightness and noise levels.

Depth of field

Explains depth of field and its impact on subject focus and background blur.

Composition

Discusses arranging elements in a photo for better visual appeal.

Flash

Explains the function of the flash in photography and its various uses.

My Camera

Getting started

Guides on initial setup, including unpacking and identifying included items.

Inserting the battery and memory card

Instructions on how to properly insert the battery and a memory card.

Performing the initial setup

Walkthrough for setting up the camera for the first time, including language and date.

Selecting functions (options)

Explains methods for selecting camera functions and settings.

Lenses

Information about compatible lenses and their specifications.

Accessories

Overview of optional accessories that enhance camera functionality.

Shooting Functions

Shooting modes

Overview of different shooting modes like Smart Auto, Program, and Manual.

Size and Resolution

Explains how to select photo resolution based on intended use.

White Balance

Details how White Balance affects photo color accuracy under different lighting.

AF mode

Describes different autofocus modes like Single, Continuous, and Manual.

Drive (shooting method)

Covers different shooting methods like Single, Continuous, and Burst.

Metering

Explains different metering modes for measuring scene light.

Video functions

Introduces video recording capabilities and settings.

Playback/Editing

Searching and managing files

Instructions for finding, protecting, and deleting files on the camera.

Editing photos

Covers basic photo editing tasks like cropping and rotating.

Wireless network

Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings

Steps for connecting to Wi-Fi networks and setting up network options.

Saving files to a smart phone automatically

Guides on setting up automatic photo transfer to a smartphone via WLAN.

Sending photos or videos to a smart phone

Guides on sending captured media to a smartphone via WLAN.

Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos

Explains how to set up automatic backup of photos and videos to a PC.

Sending photos or videos via email

Guides on sending photos and videos directly from the camera via email.

Using photo or video sharing websites

Explains how to upload media to online sharing platforms.

Camera settings menu

User settings

Covers settings related to user preferences and camera environment.

Setting

Covers general camera settings for sound, display, and power management.

Connecting to external devices

Viewing files on an HDTV or 3D TV

Guides on playing photos and videos on TVs using an HDMI cable.

Transferring files to your computer

Guides on transferring photos and videos to a computer.

Using programs on a PC

Information on using software provided with the camera for file management.

Appendix

Error messages

Lists common error messages and their suggested remedies.

Maintaining the camera

Provides guidance on keeping the camera in good working condition.

About memory card

Information regarding memory card compatibility and usage.

About the battery

Information on battery specifications, handling, and charging.

Before contacting a service center

Troubleshooting steps to resolve common camera issues before seeking professional help.

Camera specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the camera's hardware and features.

Glossary

Optional accessories

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