Samsung Nx 300 M Owners Manual

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Appendix
Cleaning the camera
Camera lens and display
Use a brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth.  
If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of cleaning paper 
and wipe gently.
Image sensor
Depending on different shooting conditions, dust may appear in photos 
because the image sensor is exposed to the external environment. This 
problem is normal, and the exposure to dust occurs in everyday use 
of the camera. You can remove dust from the sensor by...

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Using on beaches or shores
• Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in 
other similar areas.
• Your camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery, adapter, or 
memory card with wet hands. Operating the camera with wet hands 
may cause damage to your camera.
Storing for extended period of time
• When you store the camera for an extended period, place it in a sealed 
container with an absorbent material, such as silica gel.
• Over...

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Using the camera with caution in humid environments
When you transfer the camera from a cold environment to a warm one, 
condensation can form on the lens or internal components of the camera. 
In this situation, turn off the camera and wait for at least 1 hour.  
If condensation forms on the memory card, remove the memory card from 
the camera and wait until all moisture has evaporated before reinserting it.
Other cautions
• Do not swing your camera by the strap....

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About memory card
Supported memory card
This product supports SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (Secure Digital High 
Capacity), SDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity), UHS-1 (Ultra High 
Speed-1), microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, or microUHS-1 memory cards.
Terminal
Write-protect switch Label (front)
You can prevent files from being deleted by using the write-protect switch 
on an SD, SDHC, SDXC, or UHS-1 card. Slide the switch down to lock or 
slide it up to unlock. Unlock...

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Memory card capacity
The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 2 GB SD card.
SizeQuality
Super Fine Fine NormalRAW RAW + S.Fine RAW + Fine RAW + Normal
Photo
20.0M (5472X3648)  151 179218 69474952
10.1M (3888X2592) 276 321384 -62 6466
5.9M (2976X1984) 423484565 -71 7274
2.0M (1728X1152) 8459231,016 -82 8384
Burst 479545631 ----
16.9M (5472X3080) 177 208252 -51 5356
7.8M (3712X2088) 343 396467...

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SizeQuality
HQ Normal
Video
 
1920X1080 (60 fps) Approx. 10' 10" Approx. 12' 43"
 
1920X1080 (30 fps) Approx. 17' 41" Approx. 22' 09"
 
*
 
1920X1080 (15 fps) Approx. 23' 38" Approx. 29' 24"
 
1920X810 (24 fps) Approx. 21' 35" Approx. 27' 02"
 
1280X720 (60 fps) Approx. 16' 51" Approx. 21' 06"
 
1280X720 (30 fps) Approx. 29' 11" Approx. 36' 35"
 
640X480 (30 fps) Approx....

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• Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or foreign 
substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a soft cloth before 
you insert the memory card in your camera.
• Do not allow liquids, dirt, or foreign substances to come in contact with 
memory cards or the memory card slot. Doing so may cause memory 
cards or the camera to malfunction.
• When you carry a memory card, use a case to protect the card from 
electrostatic discharges.
•...

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• Do not rest the device on flammable surfaces, such as bedding, carpets, or 
electric blankets for a prolonged period.
• When the device is switched on, do not leave it in any confined space for a 
prolonged period.
• Do not allow battery terminals to come in contact with metallic objects, such 
as necklaces, coins, keys, or watches.
• Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement 
batteries.
• Do not disassemble the battery or puncture the...

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Battery life
Shooting mode Average time / Number of photos
PhotosApprox. 175 min/Approx. 350 photos
VideosApprox. 110 min (Record videos at 1920X1080 
resolution and 60 fps.)
• The figures above are based on Samsung’s test standards.  
Your results may differ depending on your actual usage.
• Available shooting time differs depending on background, shooting 
interval, and use conditions.
• Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total 
recording...

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Cautions about using the battery
Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage.
Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can 
create a connection between the + and – terminals of your battery and 
lead to temporary or permanent battery damage and may cause a fire or 
electric shock.
Notes about charging the battery
• If the status lamp is off, make sure that the battery is inserted correctly.
• If the camera is on while charging,...