Page 1 DV300/DV300F/DV305/DV305F This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) Settings Appendixes Index...
Page 2 Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera. This may result in electric shock or damage to the camera.
Page 3 If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center. Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera in a certain area.
Page 4 • Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories. Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Misusing the battery may cause a ﬁre or electric shock.
Page 5 Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience. To prevent unwanted interference, use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories. Use your camera in the normal position. Avoid contact with your camera’s internal antenna.
Page 6 Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • microSD™, microSDHC™, and microSDXC™ are registered trademarks of the SD Association. • ® Wi-Fi , the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Page 7 Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Page number of related information The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select Face Detection Normal (represents Select Face Detection, and then select Normal).
Page 8: Basic Troubleshooting
Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject’s eyes appear red. Photos have dust spots. Photos are blurred. Photos are blurred when shooting at night. Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting. Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reﬂect light from the camera ﬂash. •...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Quick reference Capturing photos of people • Picture in Picture mode • Self Shot mode • Children mode • Beauty Shot mode • Intelligent Portrait mode • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) • Face Detection Capturing photos at night or in the dark •...
Page 10 Contents Basic functions ... 13 Unpacking ... 14 Camera layout ... 15 Inserting the battery and memory card ... 17 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ... 18 Charging the battery ... 18 Turning on your camera ... 18 Performing the initial setup ...
Page 11 Contents Shooting options ... 60 Selecting a resolution and quality ... 61 Selecting a resolution ... 61 Selecting an image quality ... 62 Using the timer ... 63 Shooting in the dark ... 64 Preventing red-eye ... 64 Using the ﬂash ... 64 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ...
Page 12 Contents Playback/Editing ... 83 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ... 84 Starting Playback mode ... 84 Viewing photos ... 89 Playing a video ... 92 Editing a photo ... 94 Resizing photos ... 94 Cropping portraits automatically ... 94 Rotating a photo ...
Page 13 Contents Settings ... 128 Settings menu ... 129 Accessing the settings menu ... 129 Sound ... 130 Display ... 130 Connectivity ... 131 General ... 132 Appendixes ... 134 Error messages ... 135 Camera maintenance ... 137 Cleaning your camera ... 137 Using or storing the camera ...
Page 14: Basic Functions
Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Unpacking ………………………………… 14 Camera layout ……………………………… 15 Inserting the battery and memory card Charging the battery and turning on your camera ………………………………… 18 Charging the battery ……………………… 18 Turning on your camera …………………...
Page 15: Unpacking
The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product. The items included in the box may differ depending on the model. You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories.
Page 16: Camera Layout
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions. Shutter button Flash AF-assist light/Timer lamp Front display Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery POWER button Basic functions Microphone Front LCD button Speaker Lens Internal antenna*...
Page 17 Camera layout Status lamp • Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, when the image is out of focus, or there is a problem charging the battery (On DV300F/DV305F, when the camera is connecting to WLAN or sending a photo) •...
Page 18: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card
Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing Memory card Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up. Rechargeable battery Removing the battery and memory card Memory card Battery lock...
Page 19: Charging The Battery And Turning On Your Camera
Charging the battery and turning on your camera Charging the battery Before you use the camera for the ﬁrst time, you must charge the battery. Plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera, and then plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.
Page 20: Performing The Initial Setup
Performing the initial setup When you turn on your camera for the ﬁrst time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps below to conﬁgure the camera’s basic settings. Verify that Language is highlighted, and then press [t] or [o]. Press [D/c] to select a language, and then press [o].
Page 21 Performing the initial setup Press [c] to select Date/Time Set, and then press [t] or [o]. Date/Time Set Year Month Day Hour Min Cancel • The screen may differ depending on the language selected. Press [F/t] to select an item. Press [D/c] to set the date, time, and daylight- saving time, and then press [o].
Page 22: Learning Icons
Learning icons The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. Shooting options (left) Icon Description Shooting mode Exposure value adjusted ISO sensitivity White balance Face detection Face tone Burst option Shooting options (right) Icon...
Page 23: Using The Home Screen
Using the Home screen You can select a shooting mode or access the settings menu by selecting the icons on the Home screen. Accessing the Home screen In Shooting or Playback mode, press [h]. Press [h] again to return to the previous mode. Album Basic Basic...
Page 24: Icons On The Home Screen
Using the Home screen Icons on the Home screen <Basic> Icon Description Smart Auto: Capture a photo with a scene mode selected automatically by the camera. (p. 38) Program: Capture a photo with settings you have adjusted manually. (p. 39) Smart Movie: Record a video with a scene mode selected automatically by the camera.
Page 25 Using the Home screen <Scene> Icon Description Picture in Picture: Capture a background photo and insert a smaller photo or video into the foreground. (p. 45) Self Shot: Use the front display when you capture a self portrait. (p. 46) Children: Attract children’s attention with a short animation on the front display.
Page 26: Setting Wallpaper
Using the Home screen Setting Wallpaper Set wallpaper for the Home screen with the desired image. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Select Select Display Wallpapers. Select an option. Option Description Select the desired wallpaper from the default Wallpaper Gallery gallery.
Page 27: Selecting Options Or Menus
Selecting options or menus To select an option or a menu, press [m], and then press [D/c/F/t] or [o]. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select an option or a menu. • To move up or down, press [D] or [c]. •...
Page 28 Selecting options or menus For example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode: On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Select Press [m]. White Balance Flash Focus Focus Area Exit Select Press [D/c] to select White Balance, and then press [t] or [o].
Page 29: Setting The Display And Sound
Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display information and sound settings. Setting the display type You can select a display type for the Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays different shooting or playback information. See the table below.
Page 30: Setting The Sound
Setting the display and sound Setting the sound Turn the sound your camera emits when you perform functions on or off. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Select Select Sound Beep Sound. Select an option. Option Description The camera does not emit any sounds. The camera emits sounds.
Page 31: Capturing Photos
Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Select Align your subject in the frame. Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • A green frame means the subject is in focus. •...
Page 32: Turning On The Front Display
Capturing photos Turning on the front display The front display helps you capture photos while viewing yourself. In Shooting mode, press [F.LCD]. • Press [F.LCD] again to turn it off. • Several buttons are not available when the front display turns on. •...
Page 33 Capturing photos Digital zoom The Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode and the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the Digital zoom. By using both the 5X Optical zoom and 5X Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 25 times.
Page 34: Reducing Camera Shake (Ois)
Capturing photos Setting Intelli zoom In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Intelli Zoom. Select an option. Icon Description Off: The Intelli zoom is deactivated. On: The Intelli zoom is activated. Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. Before correction In Shooting mode, press [m].
Page 35 Capturing photos • OIS may not function properly when: - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use the Digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you capture night scenes) - the battery is low - you capture a close-up shot...
Page 36: Set Iso Sensitivity Options. (P
Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically. The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically. Focus frame •...
Page 37: Turn On The Flash. (P
Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difﬁcult to get your subject in focus when: there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) the light source behind the subject is too bright the subject is shiny or reﬂective...
Page 38: Extended Functions
Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode. Using Basic modes ………………………… 38 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………… 38 Using the Program mode ………………… 39 Using the Smart Movie mode …………… 40 Using the Movie mode ……………………...
Page 39: Using Basic Modes
Using Basic modes Capture photos or record videos using basic modes. You can also use the Scene mode and the Live Panorama mode. Using the Smart Auto mode In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it detects.
Page 40: Using The Program Mode
Using Basic modes Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for Smart Auto mode. • Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
Page 41: Using The Smart Movie Mode
Using Basic modes Using the Smart Movie mode In Smart Movie mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Select Align your subject in the frame. •...
Page 42: Using The Movie Mode
Using Basic modes Using the Movie mode In Movie mode, you can customize settings to record HD videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The camera saves recorded videos as MP4 (H.264) ﬁles. • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by the international standards organizations ISO-IEC and ITU-T.
Page 43: Using The Scene Mode
Using Basic modes Pause recording The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. • Press [o] to pause while recording. • Press [o] to resume. Using the Scene mode In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a speciﬁc scene.
Page 44: Using The Live Panorama Mode
Using Basic modes Option Description Landscape Capture still-life scenes and landscapes. Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking Sunset reds and yellows. Dawn Capture scenes at sunrise. Capture backlit subjects. Backlight Reduce underexposure of subjects caused by Beach & Snow sunlight reﬂected from sand or snow. Clearly capture text from printed or electronic Text documents.
Page 45 Using Basic modes With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the direction that will let it capture the rest of the panorama. • When the viewﬁnder is aligned with the next scene, the camera captures the next photo automatically. When you are ﬁnished, release [Shutter].
Page 46: Using Scene Modes
Using Scene modes Capture photos by using the front display or selecting appropriate modes for various scenes. Using the Picture in Picture mode In Picture in Picture mode, you can capture or select a full-sized background photo, and then insert a smaller photo or video into the foreground.
Page 47: Using The Self Shot Mode
Using Scene modes Half-press [Shutter] to focus, and then press [Shutter] to capture and insert a photo. • The insertion window appears larger when you half-press [Shutter], so that you can determine whether or not the subject is in focus. •...
Page 48 Using Scene modes Capturing an Easy Self Shot If you press [F.LCD] when the power is off, the front display turns on in Easy Self Shot mode. Because the main display is off, the camera consumes less battery power and you can prevent others from viewing the main display.
Page 49: Using The Children Mode
Using Scene modes Using the Children mode The Children mode attracts children by showing a short animation on the front display. On the Home screen, scroll to <Scene>. Select • The front display will activate and play the preset animation. Press [m].
Page 50 Using Scene modes Jump when the jump icon appears on the front display. • The camera will capture multiple shots. • If you are capturing photos using the jump shot timer in low light conditions or indoors, photos may appear dark. •...
Page 51: Using The Beauty Shot Mode
Using Scene modes Using the Beauty Shot mode In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. On the Home screen, scroll to <Scene>. Select Press [F/t] to adjust Face Retouch. • For example, increase the face retouch setting to hide more imperfections.
Page 52: Using The Intelligent Portrait Mode
Using Scene modes Using the Intelligent Portrait mode In Intelligent Portrait mode, the camera detects the face of a subject and automatically enlarges the face, crops the photo around the face, and then saves the original photo and 2 portraits in 3 separate ﬁles.
Page 53: Using The Close-Up Shot Mode
Using Scene modes Using the Close-up Shot mode In Close-up Shot mode, you can capture close-up photos of subjects, such as ﬂowers or insects. On the Home screen, scroll to <Scene>. Select Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.
Page 54: Using Magic Modes
Using Magic modes Capture a photo or record a video with various effects. Using the Magic Frame mode In Magic Frame Shot mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change according to the frame you select.
Page 55: Using The Funny Face Mode
Using Magic modes Using the Funny Face mode Capture a photo with effects that distort the face. On the Home screen, scroll to <Magic>. Select Aim the camera at a face. Select a desired effect. Panel off Press [m]. Select Distortion Level. Press [F/t] to adjust Distortion Level.
Page 56: Using The Photo Filter Mode
Using Magic modes Using the Photo Filter mode Apply various ﬁlter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye Sketch On the Home screen, scroll to <Magic>. Select Select an effect. Option Description Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear Miniature in miniature.
Page 57: Using The Movie Filter Mode
Using Magic modes Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. Depending on the option you select, the resolution may change to smaller automatically. Using the Movie Filter mode Apply various ﬁlter effects to your videos to create unique images. On the Home screen, scroll to <Magic>.
Page 58: Using The Split Shot Mode
Using Magic modes Using the Split Shot mode In Split Shot mode, you can capture several photos and arrange them with preset layouts. On the Home screen, scroll to <Magic>. Select Select a split style. • To adjust the sharpness of the dividing line, press [m], and then select Line Blur a desired value.
Page 59: Using The Artistic Brush Mode
Using Magic modes Using the Artistic Brush mode In Artistic Brush mode, you can capture a photo, and then view a video that shows how to apply the ﬁlter effect. On the Home screen, scroll to <Magic>. Select Select a ﬁlter. Ink Painting Panel off Option...
Page 60: Using The Motion Photo Mode
Using Magic modes Using the Motion Photo mode In Motion Photo mode, you can capture and combine a series of photos, and then select an area to be animated to create a GIF animation. This mode is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera.
Page 61: Shooting Options
Shooting options Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode. Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 61 Selecting a resolution …………………… 61 Selecting an image quality ………………… 62 Using the timer ……………………………… 63 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 64 Preventing red-eye ………………………...
Page 62: Selecting A Resolution And Quality
Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution 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.
Page 63: Selecting An Image Quality
Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting an image quality Set the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality settings will result in larger ﬁle sizes. Setting the photo quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format.
Page 64: Using The Timer
Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. In Shooting mode, press [t]. Timer 10 Sec 2 Sec Double Back Select Select an option. Icon Description Off: The timer is not active. 10 Sec: Capture a photo after a 10-second delay. 2 Sec: Capture a photo after a 2-second delay.
Page 65: Shooting In The Dark
Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye If the ﬂash ﬁres when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person’s eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix.
Page 66: Flash Options
Shooting in the dark Icon Description Red-eye: • The ﬂash will ﬁre twice when the subject or background is dark to reduce the red-eye effect. • There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the ﬂash. Do not move until the ﬂash ﬁres a second time. Fill in: •...
Page 67: Adjusting The Iso Sensitivity
Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a ﬁlm’s sensitivity to light as deﬁned by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes.
Page 68: Changing The Camera's Focus
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using macro Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as ﬂowers or insects. • Try to hold the camera ﬁrmly to prevent blurry photos. •...
Page 69: Using Tracking Auto Focus
Changing the camera’s focus Using tracking auto focus Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Focus Area Tracking AF. Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [o].
Page 70: Adjusting The Focus Area
Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Focus Area. Select an option. Icon Description Center AF: Focus on the center of the frame (suitable when subjects are located at or near the center).
Page 71: Using Face Detection
Using Face Detection If you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them.
Page 72: Capturing A Smile Shot
Using Face Detection Capturing a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Face Detection Smile Shot. Compose your shot. • The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.
Page 73: Using Smart Face Recognition
Using Face Detection Using Smart Face Recognition The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. The Smart Face Recognition feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces and on favorite faces. The Smart Face Recognition feature is available only when you use a memory card.
Page 74: Registering Faces As Your Favorites (My Star)
Using Face Detection Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) You can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and exposure on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Smart FR Edit My Star.
Page 75: Adjusting Brightness And Color
Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo.
Page 76: Metering
Adjusting brightness and color Compensating for backlighting (ACB) When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option.
Page 77: Selecting A White Balance Setting
Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a White Balance setting The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a White Balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting conditions, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten.
Page 78 Adjusting brightness and color Deﬁning your own White Balance You can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper, under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual scene.
Page 79: Using Burst Modes
Using burst modes It can be difﬁcult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. Also, it can be difﬁcult to adjust the exposure correctly and select a proper light source. In these cases, select one of the burst modes. In Shooting mode, press [m].
Page 80: Adjusting Images
Adjusting images Adjust the sharpness, contrast, or saturation of your photos. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Image Adjust. Select an option. • Sharpness • Contrast • Saturation Image Adjust Sharpness Contrast Saturation Cancel Press [F/t] to adjust each value. Sharpness Description Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for...
Page 81: Reducing The Sound Of The Zoom
Reducing the sound of the zoom When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom. Use the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. In Video Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Voice. Select an option.
Page 82: Available Shooting Options By Shooting Mode
Available shooting options by shooting mode For details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options". Smart Program Auto Resolution Quality Timer Flash ISO sensitivity Macro Focus area Face detection Metering White balance Drive Image adjust Sound Alive Digital zoom Intelli zoom : In these modes, some options are limited or a certain option is set by default.
Page 83 Available shooting options by shooting mode Intelligent Night Shot Portrait Resolution Quality Timer Flash ISO sensitivity Macro Focus Area Face detection Metering White balance Drive Image adjust Sound Alive Digital zoom Intelli zoom : In these modes, some options are limited or a certain option is set by default. O: The option is available in this mode. Close-up Magic Funny...
Page 84: Playback/Editing
Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, or TV. Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode …………………………… 84 Starting Playback mode …………………...
Page 85: Viewing Photos Or Videos In Playback Mode
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos or videos and how to manage ﬁles. Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos stored in your camera. Press [P]. • The most recent ﬁle will be displayed. •...
Page 86 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Video ﬁle information File Information Album Play Capture Icon Description Current ﬁle/Total ﬁles Folder name-File name Current playback time Video length Protected ﬁle To display ﬁle information on the screen, press [D]. Ranking your favorite faces You can rank your favorite faces.
Page 87 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting favorite faces You can delete your favorite faces. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. In Playback mode, press [m]. Select Face List. Press [o].
Page 88: Viewing Files As Thumbnails
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Scroll to a desired list, and then press [o] to open the list. Scroll to a desired ﬁle, and then press [o] to view the ﬁle. Rotate [Zoom] to the left to return to the previous view. It may take some time for the camera to open Smart Album, change the category, or reorganize ﬁles.
Page 89 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting ﬁles Protect your ﬁles from accidental deletion. In Playback mode, press [m]. Select Protect You cannot delete or rotate a protected ﬁle. Deleting ﬁles Select ﬁles to delete in Playback mode. Deleting a single ﬁle You can select one ﬁle, and then delete it.
Page 90: Viewing Photos
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting all ﬁles You can select all ﬁles, and then delete them at once. In Playback mode, press [m]. • When in thumbnails view, press [m], select Delete Delete All, and then skip to step 3, or press [f], select Delete All, and then skip to step 3.
Page 91 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Description Move the enlarged area Press [D/c/F/t]. Press [o], and then select Yes. (The trimmed photo will be saved as a Trim the enlarged photo new ﬁle. The original photo is retained in its original form.) When you view photos that were captured by another camera, the zoom ratio may differ.
Page 92 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing animated photos View animated GIF ﬁles repeatedly that were captured in Motion Photo mode or Jump Shot mode. In Playback mode, press [F/t] to scroll to a desired GIF ﬁle. Press [o]. •...
Page 93: Playing A Video
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Press [m]. Select Start Slide Show. View the slide show. • Press [o] to pause the slide show. • Press [o] again to resume the slide show. • Press [o], and then press [F/t] to stop the slide show and return to Playback mode.
Page 94 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Trimming a video In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [m]. Select Trim Movie. Press [o] to start playing the video. Press [o] [c] at the point where you want the trimming to begin.
Page 95: Editing A Photo
Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save edited photos as new ﬁles. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution.
Page 96: Rotating A Photo
Editing a photo Rotating a photo On the Home screen, scroll to <Album>. Select Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. Select Rotate an option. Press [c] to save. Rotate : Right 90˚ Cancel Save • The camera will overwrite the original ﬁle. •...
Page 97: Adjusting Your Photos
Editing a photo Option Description Ink Painting Apply a watercolor painting effect. Oil Painting Apply an oil painting effect. Apply a cartoon painting effect. Cartoon Add lines that radiate outward from bright Cross Filter objects to imitate the visual effect of a cross ﬁlter.
Page 98 Editing a photo Press [F/t] to adjust the option. Press [o]. Press [c] to save. Adjusting dark subjects (ACB) On the Home screen, scroll to <Album>. Select Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. Select ACB. Press [c] to save. Retouching faces On the Home screen, scroll to <Album>.
Page 99: Creating A Print Order (Dpof)
Editing a photo Creating a print order (DPOF) Select photos to print and save print options in the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF). This information is saved in the MISC folder on your memory card for convenient printing on DPOF- compatible printers.
Page 100: Viewing Files On A Tv
Viewing ﬁles on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Select Select Connectivity Video Out. Select the video signal output for your country or region. (p.
Page 101: Transferring Files To Your Windows Computer
Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer Transfer ﬁles to your Windows computer, edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them to the web. Requirements Item Requirements ® ® Intel Pentium 4 3.2 GHz or higher/ AMD Athlon™ FX 2.6 GHz or higher Minimum 512 MB RAM (1 GB or more recommended) Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 Hard disk...
Page 102: Transferring Files With Intelli-Studio
Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer Transferring ﬁles with Intelli-studio You can download Intelli-studio from the linked webpage and install it on your computer. When you connect the camera to a computer with Intelli-studio installed, the program will launch automatically. The battery will charge while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable.
Page 103 Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit ﬁles. For details, select Help • You can update the ﬁrmware of your camera by selecting Web Support • You can download short animations for use in Children mode. •...
Page 104: Transferring Files By Connecting The Camera As A Removable Disk
Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer Description Open menus. Display ﬁles in the selected folder. Switch to the Photo edit mode. Switch to the Video edit mode. Switch to the Sharing mode (to send ﬁles by email or upload ﬁles to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube). Download short animations for use in Children mode.
Page 105: Disconnecting The Camera (For Windows Xp)
Transferring ﬁles to your Windows computer Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer in the pop-up window. On your computer, select My Computer Disk DCIM 100PHOTO.
Page 106: Transferring Files To Your Mac Computer
Transferring ﬁles to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will automatically recognize the device. You can transfer ﬁles directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable.
Page 107: Printing Photos With A Pictbridge Photo Printer
Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Select Select Connectivity Printer. Turn on the printer, and then connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable.
Page 108: Wireless Network (Dv300F/Dv305F Only)
Wireless network Learn to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs) and use functions. Connecting to a WLAN and conﬁguring network settings ………………………… 108 Connecting to a WLAN ………………… 108 Using the login browser ………………… 109 Network connection tips ……………… 110 Entering text ……………………………...
Page 109: Connecting To A Wlan And Conﬁguring Network Settings
In some modes, press [m] or follow the on-screen instructions until the Wi-Fi Setting screen appears. • The camera automatically searches for available AP devices. Select an AP. Wi-Fi Setting Samsung 1 Samsung 2 Samsung 3 Samsung 4 Samsung 5 Back Select •...
Page 110: Using The Login Browser
Connecting to a WLAN and conﬁguring network settings Setting network options In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then press [t]. Select each option, and then enter the required information. Option Description Authentication Select a network authentication type. Data Encryption Select an encryption type.
Page 111: Network Connection Tips
Connecting to a WLAN and conﬁguring network settings Network connection tips • The quality of the network connection will be determined by the AP. • The further the distance between your camera and the AP, the longer it will take to connect to the network. •...
Page 112: Entering Text
Connecting to a WLAN and conﬁguring network settings Entering text Learn how to enter text. The icons in the table below let you move the cursor, change the case, etc. Press [D/c/F/t] to move to a desired key, and then press [o] to enter the key. Done Back Backspace...
Page 113: Sending Photos Or Videos To A Smart Phone
Android 2.2 or higher, but Samsung makes no guarantee of its functionality. • You should install the Samsung MobileLink application on your phone or device before using this feature. You can download the application from Samsung Apps or Android market.
Page 114: Using A Smart Phone As A Remote Shutter Release
Android 2.2 or higher, but Samsung makes no guarantee of its functionality. • You should install the Remote Viewﬁnder application on your phone or device before using this feature. You can download the application from Samsung Apps or Android market.
Page 115 Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release On the smart phone, touch and hold • The focus is automatically set to multi-AF. Release to capture the photo. • The photo will be saved in your camera. • Touch the photo in the bottom of the screen to save it to the smart phone.
Page 116: Using Photo Or Video Sharing Websites
Using photo or video sharing websites Upload your photos or videos to ﬁle sharing websites. Available websites will be displayed on your camera. Accessing a website On the Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>. Select Select a website. • The camera will automatically attempt to connect to a WLAN via the most recently connected AP device.
Page 117 Using photo or video sharing websites • The maximum photo resolution you can upload is 2M, and the longest video you can upload is 30 seconds at recorded using . If the selected photo resolution is higher than 2M, it will be automatically resized to a lower resolution. •...
Page 118: Sending Photos Or Videos Via Email
Sending photos or videos via email You can change settings in the email menu, and send photos or videos stored on the camera via email. Changing email settings In the email menu, you can change settings for storing your information. You can also set or change the email password. For information about entering text, refer to "Entering text".
Page 119: Sending Photos Or Videos Via Email
Sending photos or videos via email If you lost your password, you can reset it by selecting Reset on the password setting screen. When you reset the information, previously saved user’s setting information, email address, and recently sent email list will be deleted.
Page 120 Sending photos or videos via email Scroll to ﬁles to send, and then press [o]. • You can select up to 20 ﬁles. The total size must be 10 MB or less. Select Next. Select the Comment box, enter your comments, and then select Done.
Page 121: Uploading Photos To A Cloud Server
Uploading photos to a cloud server You can upload your photos to SkyDrive. To upload photos, you must visit the Microsoft website and register before connecting your camera. On the camera's Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>. Select • You can change the uploading photo size by pressing [m], and then selecting Upload Image Size.
Page 122: Using Auto Backup To Send Photos Or Videos
Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos You can send photos or videos that you captured with the camera to a PC wirelessly. The Auto Backup feature works only with the Windows OS. Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC Install Intelli-studio on the PC.
Page 123 Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos • If the PC supports the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature, you can turn on the PC automatically by searching for the PC from your camera. (p. 126) • When you connect the camera to the WLAN, select the AP that is connected to the PC.
Page 124: Viewing Photos Or Videos On A Tv Link-Enabled Tv
Viewing photos or videos on a TV Link-enabled TV TV Link is a technology for sharing media ﬁles between a camera and TV connected to the same AP device. With this technology, you can view your photos or videos on a widescreen TV. On the Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>.
Page 125 Viewing photos or videos on a TV Link-enabled TV • You can share up to 1,000 photos or videos. • On a TV screen, you can view only photos or videos captured with your camera. • The range of the wireless connection between your camera and a TV may vary depending on the speciﬁcations of the AP.
Page 126: Sending Photos Using Wi-Fi Direct
Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct When the camera connects via a WLAN to a device that supports the Wi-Fi Direct function, you can send photos to the device. This feature may not be supported on some devices. On the device, turn on the Wi-Fi Direct option. On the camera, in Playback mode, scroll to a photo.
Page 127: About The Wake On Lan (Wol) Feature
About the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature With the WOL feature, you can automatically turn on or wake up a PC with your camera. This feature has been available for Samsung desktop PCs for the last 5 years (not available for all-in-one PCs).
Page 128 About the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature Setting the PC to turn on Turn on the PC, and then press F2 while the PC is booting. • The BIOS setting menu will appear. Select Advanced tab Power management Setup. Select Resume on PME Enabled.
Page 129: Settings
Settings Refer to options to conﬁgure your camera’s settings. Settings menu ………………………………………… 129 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 129 Sound ……………………………………………… 130 Display ……………………………………………… 130 Connectivity ………………………………………… 131 General ……………………………………………… 132...
Page 130: Settings Menu
Settings menu Learn to conﬁgure your camera's settings. Accessing the settings menu On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>. Select Select a menu. Settings Sound Display Connectivity General Option Description Sound: Set various camera sounds and the volume. (p. 130) Display: Customize the display settings.
Page 131: Sound
Settings menu Sound Item Description Set the volume of all sounds. Volume (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Set to emit a sound when you press the buttons Beep Sound or switch modes. (Off, On*) Set the sound the camera emits when you press Shutter Sound the shutter button.
Page 132: Connectivity
Settings menu Item Description Adjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright) Display Brightness Normal is ﬁxed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto. Set whether or not to review a captured image Quick View before returning to the Shooting mode. (Off, On*) If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the camera automatically switches to Power save mode.
Page 133: General
Settings menu General Item Description See the Mac address and serial number of Device Information (DV300F/DV305F only) your camera. Set a language for the display text. Language Set the time zone for your location. When you travel to another country, select Visit, Time Zone and then select the appropriate time zone.
Page 134 Settings menu Item Description Set whether or not to display the date and time on captured photos. (Off*, Date, Date & Time) • The date and time will be displayed on the bottom right corner of the photo. • Some printer models may not print the date and time properly.
Page 135: Appendixes
Appendixes Get information about error messages, speciﬁcations, and maintenance. Error messages ……………………………………… 135 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 137 Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 137 Using or storing the camera ………………………… 138 About memory cards ……………………………… 139 About the battery …………………………………… 142 Before contacting a service center …………………...
Page 136: Error Messages
Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and then insert Card Error it again. • Format your memory card. The inserted memory card is not supported by Card not your camera.
Page 137 Error messages Error message Suggested remedies Capture photos or insert a memory card that No Image File contains some photos. Network connection disconnected while Photo transfer transferring photos. Try turning on the TV Link failed. feature again. The camera has failed to receive a photo from Photo reception the sending camera.
Page 138: Camera Maintenance
Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera Camera lens and display Use a blower 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 lens cleaning paper and wipe gently. Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 139: Using Or Storing The Camera
Camera maintenance Using or storing the camera Inappropriate places to use or store the camera • Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Avoid using your camera in areas with extremely high humidity, or where the humidity changes drastically. •...
Page 140: About Memory Cards
• Do not use the camera if the screen is cracked or broken. Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the camera to a Samsung service center to have it repaired. • Never place cameras, batteries, chargers, or accessories near, on, or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators.
Page 141 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card: Photo Size Super Fine Fine 1,336 1,582 2,505 Video Size 1280 X 720 640 X 480 Normal 320 X 240...
Page 142 Camera maintenance Cautions when using memory cards • Avoid exposing memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 °C/32 °F or above 40 °C/104 °F). Extreme temperatures can cause memory cards to malfunction. • Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card.
Page 143: About The Battery
Record videos at Videos 80 min 30 FPS. • The ﬁgures above are measured by Samsung’s standards. Your results may differ, depending on your actual usage. • Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time. •...
Page 144 Camera maintenance Low battery message When the battery has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the "Low Battery" message will appear. Notes about using the battery • Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 °C/32 °F or above 40 °C/104 °F).
Page 145 Camera maintenance • If you reconnect the power cable when the battery is fully charged, the status lamp turns on for approximately 30 minutes. • Using the ﬂash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly. Charge the battery until the red status lamp turns off. •...
Page 146 Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other abnormalities in the battery, immediately discontinue use of the battery and contact a service center.
Page 147: Before Contacting A Service Center
Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a service center. If you have attempted the suggested remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. When you leave your camera at a service center, be sure to also leave the other components that may have contributed to the malfunction, such as the memory card and battery.
Page 148 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The ﬂash may ﬁre due to static electricity. The ﬂash ﬁres unexpectedly The camera is not malfunctioning. Set the date and time in the display settings. The date and time are incorrect (p.
Page 149 Depending on your computer's functioning properly speciﬁcations and environment, the program may not launch automatically. In this case, click Start SAMSUNG Intelli-studio on your computer. Your TV or computer microSDXC memory cards use the exFAT cannot display photos ﬁle system. Ensure that the external device and videos that are is compatible with the exFAT ﬁle system...
Page 150: Camera Speciﬁcations
1/2.3" (Approximately 7.76 mm) CCD Effective pixels Approximately 16.1 mega-pixels Total pixels Approximately 16.4 mega-pixels Lens Samsung Lens f = 4.5–22.5 mm Focal length (35 mm ﬁlm equivalent: 25–125 mm) F-stop range F2.5 (W)–F6.3 (T) Still image mode: 1.0–5.0X Zoom (Optical zoom X Digital zoom: 25.0X,...
Page 151: Continuous, Motion Capture
Camera speciﬁcations Flash Smart Auto, Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Off, Mode Red-eye Fix • Wide: 0.2–4.1 m (ISO Auto) Range • Tele: 0.5–1.6 m (ISO Auto) Recharging time Approximately 4 sec. Shake reduction Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Effect •...
Page 152 3648 X 2736 Image size 2592 X 1944 1984 X 1488 1920 X 1080 1024 X 768 These ﬁgures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions. Your results may vary depending on the shooting conditions and camera settings. Appendixes Super Fine Fine...
Page 153 Camera speciﬁcations Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) Social Sharing, Email, MobileLink, Remote Viewﬁnder, Cloud, Auto Backup, TV Link, Authentication Browser, Wi-Fi Direct Interface Digital output USB 2.0 connector Audio input/ Internal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Mono) output Video output A/V: NTSC, PAL (selectable) DC power input connector Power source...
Page 154: Glossary
Glossary ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images when the subject is backlit or when there is a high contrast between your subject and the background. AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket) This feature automatically captures several images at different exposures to help you capture a properly-exposed image.
Page 155 Glossary DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) A format for writing printing information, such as selected images and number of prints, on a memory card. DPOF-compatible printers, sometimes available at photo shops, can read the information from the card for convenient printing. EV (Exposure Value) All the combinations of the camera’s shutter speed and lens aperture that result in the same exposure.
Page 156 Glossary Image sensor The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for each pixel in the image. Each photosite records the brightness of the light that strikes it during an exposure. Common sensor types are CCD (Charge-coupled Device) and CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor).
Page 157 Glossary Optical zoom This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does not deteriorate quality of images. Quality An expression of the rate of compression used in a digital image. Higher quality images have a lower rate of compression, which usually results in a larger ﬁle size.
Page 158 This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To ﬁnd the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect Or call, (877) 278 - 0799 Appendixes...
Page 159: Fcc Notice
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Model No. : Samsung DV300/DV300F/ Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Address : 85 Challenger Road, Ridgeﬁeld Park,...
Page 160 CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 161: Declaration Of Conformity
22 December, 2011 (Place and date of issue) * This is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.
Page 162: Declaration Sentence In Ofﬁcial Languages
Hereby, Samsung Electronics declares that this digital camera is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant English provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Por medio de la presente Samsung Electronics declara que la cámara digital cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera Español otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Page 163 Bu belge ile, Samsung Electronics bu dijital kameranın 1999/5/EC Yönetmeliginin temel gerekliliklerine ve ilgili hükümlerine uygun Türkiye olduğunu beyan eder. Hér með lýsir Samsung Electronics því yﬁr að þessi stafræna myndavél sé í samræmi við grunnkröfur og önnur ákvæði tilskipunar Íslenska 1999/5/EB.
Page 164: Index
Index AF-assist light Battery Location 15 Caution 143 Settings 133 Charging 18 Inserting 17 AF Lamp 133 Beauty Shot mode 50 AF Sound 130 Blink Detection 71 Artistic Brush mode 58 Brightness Auto Backup 121 Playback mode 96 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) Shooting mode 74 Playback mode 97 Burst modes...
Page 165 Index Face Detection 70 Guide Line 130 Flash Auto 64 Fill in 65 Half-press shutter 35 Off 64 Red-eye 65 Home screen 22 Red-eye Fix 65 Slow Sync 65 Focus area Icons Center AF 69 Playback mode 84 Multi AF 69 Shooting mode 21 Tracking AF 69 Image Adjustment...
Page 166 Index Photo Filter mode 55 Red-eye Playback mode 97 PictBridge 106 Shooting mode 64 Picture in Picture mode 45 Remote Viewﬁnder 113 Playback button 16 Reset 133 Playback mode 84 Resolution Power button 15 Playback mode 94 Shooting mode 61 Power save mode 131 Retouching faces Printing photos 106...
Page 167 Index Unpacking 14 Website Accessing 115 USB port 15 Uploading photos or videos 115 White Balance 76 Video Wireless network 108 Playback mode 92 Shooting mode 41 Video out 131 Zoom Viewing ﬁles Using the zoom 31 Animated photos 91 Zoom button 16 Panoramic photos 90 Zoom sound settings 80...
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Samsung DV300F User Manual

Basic Functions

Unpacking

Camera Layout

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Charging the Battery and Turning on Your Camera

Performing the Initial Setup

Learning Icons

Using the Home Screen

Selecting Options or Menus

Setting the Display and Sound

Capturing Photos

Tips for Getting a Clearer Photo

Extended Functions

Contents

Shooting Options

Flash Options

Using Face Detection

Adjusting Brightness and Color

Backgrounds)F 75

Metering

Using Burst Modes

Adjusting Images

Reducing the Sound of the Zoom

Available Shooting Options by Shooting Mode

Contents

Playback/Editing

Viewing Files as Thumbnails

Wireless Network (DV300F/DV305F Only)

Network Settings

TV Link-Enabled TV

Contents

Settings

Appendixes

Continuous, Motion Capture

Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)

Quick Links

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