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viiiFor Your SafetyIntroduction• Do not handle the plug or Charging AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in elec

82Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesRecording MoviesRecord movies with sound.• Each movie is limited to a file size of

83Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesB Recording Movies• Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when

84Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesC Maximum Movie LengthAll figures are approximate. The maximum movie length may vary by make of mem

85Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesChanging Movie Recording Settings• You can change macro mode. See “Basic Shooting Settings” (A 53)

86Recording and Playing Back MoviesMovie PlaybackSelect the desired movie in playback mode (A 30) and tap R.• Movies can be recognized by the movie op

87General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThis chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu.• See “Using Menus (d T

88General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThe Setup MenuIn the setup menu, the following options can be changed.• See “Using Menus (d Tab)” (A 11) for

General Camera Setup89The Setup Menug Vibration reductionAllows you to reduce blurring caused by camera shake when shooting.• When using a tripod to s

90The Setup MenuGeneral Camera SetupV Charge by computerWhen set to Auto, you can charge the camera’s battery by connecting the camera to a computer (

E1EReference SectionReference SectionThe Reference Section provides detailed information and hints for using the camera.ShootingUsing the Draw Option

ixIntroductionNoticesNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

E2Reference SectionReference SectionUsing the Draw OptionWrite a memo, or draw a picture, on the touch panel display and save it as an image. The imag

E3Reference SectionUsing Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)Shooting with Easy Panorama1 Tap the d tab in Panorama scene mode.• See “Scene Mode (Sho

E4Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)Reference Section5 Move the camera slowly and straight in one of the four directions, and begin shooting.

E5Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)Reference SectionPlaying Pictures Taken with Easy Panorama (Scroll Playback)If you switch to playback mod

E6Reference SectionUsing Panorama AssistThe camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best results. Set Vibration red

E7Using Panorama AssistReference Section5 Take the next picture.• Frame the next picture so that one-third of the frame overlaps the previous picture.

E8Reference SectionTaking 3D PicturesThe camera takes one picture for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor.

E9Taking 3D PicturesReference SectionConnecting the COOLPIX S100 to a TV or Monitor for Playing 3D Pictures.• 3D pictures taken on this camera can be

E10Reference SectionFavorite Pictures ModeYou can sort your favorite pictures into nine albums (this option is not available for movies).Once they are

E11Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionViewing Pictures in an AlbumIf you tap h Favorite pictures using the procedure described in “Switching Betwe

xNoticesIntroductionNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ATTENTIONCet appareil numériqu

E12Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionRemoving Pictures from Albums1 Select and play back the album containing the picture you want to remove (E 1

E13Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionChanging Icons Assigned to AlbumsThe color and design of the icon assigned to an album can be changed to ref

E14Reference SectionAuto Sort ModePictures are automatically sorted into categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies. If you tap F Auto sort

E15Auto Sort ModeReference SectionB Notes on Auto Sort Mode• Up to 999 pictures and movie files can be sorted to each category in auto sort mode. If 9

E16Reference SectionList by Date ModeIf you tap C List by date using the procedure described in “Switching Between Playback Modes” (A 71), the shootin

E17Reference SectionPlaying and Deleting Pictures Taken Continuously (Sequence) Playing Pictures in a SequenceEach series of pictures taken using the

E18Playing and Deleting Pictures Taken Continuously (Sequence)Reference SectionB Note on SequencePictures taken continuously with cameras other than t

E19Playing and Deleting Pictures Taken Continuously (Sequence)Reference SectionDeleting Pictures in a SequenceIf Sequence display options (E94) in the

E20Reference SectionEditing Pictures (Still Pictures)Editing FunctionsUse the COOLPIX S100 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files

E21Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference SectionC Restrictions on Picture EditingWhen an edited copy is further modified with another editing fun

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E22Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference SectionU PaintDraw on pictures or decorate them. Shooting date decoration can also be added. Painted cop

E23Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Section4 Tap Yes.• A new, painted copy is created.• Copies created with pictures taken at an Image mode

E24Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference SectionAdd Decorations Tap K to add a decoration.You can change the decoration type or size using the pa

E25Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sectionk Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationQuick retouch can be used to easily create reto

E26Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference SectionI D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and ContrastD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhan

E27Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference SectionP Stretch: Stretching PicturesStretch pictures horizontally. Stretched copies are stored as separ

E28Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference SectionO Perspective Control: Adjust a Sense of PerspectiveAdjust the sense of perspective in the pictur

E29Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sectioni Filter Effects (Digital Filters)Filter effects (digital filters) can be used to apply a variety

E30Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Section3 Tap the icon of the desired effects.4 Adjust the effects.• Color options: Select the color and

E31Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sectionj Glamour Retouch: Softening Skin and Making Up Smaller Faces with Larger EyesGlamour retouch can

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E32Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Section5 Tap Yes.• A new, edited copy is created.• To exit without saving the copy, tap No.• Copies crea

E33Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sectiong Small Picture: Making Smaller PicturesCreate a small copy of the current picture. This feature

E34Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sectiono Crop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor w

E35Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV)Connect the camera to a television to play back pictures or movies on the televisi

E36Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV)Reference SectionWhen using a commercially available HDMI cable• Connect the plug to the HDMI jack

E37Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV)Reference SectionOperations with TV ConnectionWhile pictures are displayed full-frame on the TV, th

E38Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (F 17) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer an

E39Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer1 Close the slide cover to turn off the camera.2 Turn on the p

E40Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference SectionPrinting Pictures One at a TimeAfter properly connecting the camera to the printer (E 39), follo

E41Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference Section6 Tap Start print.7 Printing begins.• The monitor display returns to the print selection screen

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E42Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference Section3 Tap the desired paper size.• Tap B or C to scroll through the display.• To specify paper size

E43Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference Section5 Printing begins.• The monitor display returns to the print menu shown in step 2 when printing

E44Reference SectionRecording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. The portions of the movie record

E45Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)Reference Section4 Press the shutter-release button to start recording.• Movie recording

E46Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)Reference SectionB Notes on HS Movie• Portions recorded for slow motion or fast motion pl

E47Reference SectionEditing MoviesThe desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file (except movies recorded using p iFrame 540

E48Editing MoviesReference Section6 Tap Yes.• The edited movie is saved.• To exit without saving, tap No.B Notes on Movie Editing• A movie that was cr

E49Reference SectionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)• See “A Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 62) for information about A Image mode.q/s/

E50The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference Sectionq Tapping the Monitor to Release the Shutter (Touch Shutter)Tap the desired subject to take a

E51The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionC Shooting Modes That Support Touch ShutterThe touch shutter can be used in A (auto) mode and

xivTable of ContentsIntroductionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) ... E35Connectin

E52The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference Sections Subject Tracking (Focusing on a Moving Subject)s (subject tracking) is enabled only in A (a

E53The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionB Notes on Subject Tracking Mode• Digital zoom is not available.• The sound of the lens focus

E54The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference Sectionr Tapping the Monitor to Focus (Touch AF/AE)1 Tap the subject at which the camera focuses.• u

E55The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionC Shooting Modes That Enable Touch AF/AE FunctionThe touch AF/AE can be used in A (auto) mode

E56The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionX ISO SensitivityRaising the ISO sensitivity reduces the amount of light needed to make an ex

E57The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionV ContinuousEnable continuous shooting or BSS (best shot selector).Select A (auto) mode M d t

E58The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionB Notes on Continuous Shooting• When Continuous H, Continuous L, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is sel

E59The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionW White Balance (Adjusting Hue)The color of light reflected from an object varies with the co

E60The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionPreset ManualThe preset manual option is effective with mixed lighting or to compensate for l

E61Reference SectionThe Smart Portrait Menu• See “A Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 62) for information about A Image mode.• See “q/s/r Touch

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E62Reference SectionThe Playback Menu• See “Favorite Pictures Mode” (E 10) for information about h Favorite pictures.• See “Step 6 Delete Unwanted Pic

E63The Playback MenuReference Section2 The slide show begins.• Tap the monitor to display the operation panel at the bottom of the screen. Tap the ico

E64The Playback MenuReference Sectiond ProtectProtect selected pictures from accidental deletion. Protected pictures are recognized by the s icon in p

E65The Playback MenuReference SectionProtecting Multiple PicturesMultiple pictures can be protected at a time.1 Switch to thumbnail playback mode (A 3

E66The Playback MenuReference Sectiona Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)When printing pictures stored on the memory card using any of the foll

E67The Playback MenuReference Section3 Choose whether or not to print shooting date and photo information.• Tap Date to place w in the checkbox to imp

E68The Playback MenuReference SectionCreating a Print Order for Multiple Pictures1 Switch to thumbnail playback mode (A 31), tap the d tab, and then t

E69The Playback MenuReference SectionCanceling Print Order• To remove a print marking from a picture, display a picture selected for printing in full-

E70The Playback MenuReference Sectionf Rotate ImageSpecify the orientation in which recorded pictures are displayed with playback. Still pictures can

E71The Playback MenuReference SectionE Voice MemoUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures.Recording Voice Memos1 Tap th

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E72The Playback MenuReference SectionPlaying Voice MemosPictures for which voice memos have been recorded are indicated with the p icon in full-frame

E73The Playback MenuReference Sectionh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.

E74The Playback MenuReference SectionB Notes on Copying Pictures• JPEG-, MOV-, WAV-, and MPO-format files can be copied. Files recorded in any other f

E75Reference SectionThe Movie MenuD Movie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean greater

E76The Movie MenuReference SectionHS Movie Options* The maximum recording time shown here refers only to the portion of the movie that is recorded in

E77The Movie MenuReference Sectiony Open with HS FootageSelect whether the camera records normal speed movies or HS movies (slow motion or fast motion

E78The Movie MenuReference SectionY Wind Noise ReductionSelect whether wind noise is reduced when recording movies.• When an HS movie option is select

E79Reference SectionThe Setup MenuWelcome ScreenChoose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.d tab M z (setup menu

E80The Setup MenuReference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Selecting Travel Destination Time Zone1 Tap Time zone.• The time zone screen

E81The Setup MenuReference Section3 Tap o.• The time zone selection screen is displayed.4 Tap E or F to choose the travel destination time zone and ta

1Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsThis chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains how

E82The Setup MenuReference SectionC Time ZonesThe camera supports the time zones listed below. For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock t

E83The Setup MenuReference SectionMonitor SettingsSet the options below.C Auto Monitor BoostThe camera automatically increases monitor brightness outd

E84The Setup MenuReference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the pictures with shooting, allo

E85The Setup MenuReference SectionVibration ReductionSelect the vibration reduction option for shooting.Vibration reduction reduces blur, caused by sl

E86The Setup MenuReference SectionAF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit.Di

E87The Setup MenuReference SectionSound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.B Note on Sound SettingsIn Pet portrait scene mode, button and shu

E88The Setup MenuReference SectionAuto OffWhen the camera is on and a period of time passes without any operations having been performed, the monitor

E89The Setup MenuReference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memo

E90The Setup MenuReference SectionLanguageChoose one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages.d tab M z (setup menu) M n LanguageCzech

E91The Setup MenuReference SectionTV SettingsAdjust settings for connection to a television.C HDMI and HDMI-CEC“HDMI” is the abbreviation for High-Def

Trademark Information• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United Stat

2Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the CameraThe Camera BodyPressing the Shutter-release Button

E92The Setup MenuReference SectionCharge by ComputerChoose whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connected

E93The Setup MenuReference SectionC Power-on LampThe following chart explains power-on lamp status when the camera is connected to a computer.Blink Wa

E94The Setup MenuReference SectionOperating the Blink Warning ScreenWhen the blink warning screen shown at right is displayed in the monitor, the oper

E95The Setup MenuReference SectionReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.Basic Shooting Funct

E96The Setup MenuReference SectionMovie MenuSetup MenuOption Default valueMovie options (E 75) d HD 1080pP(1920×1080)Open with HS footage (E 77) OnAut

E97The Setup MenuReference SectionOthers• Selecting Reset also clears the current file number (E 98) from memory. Numbering will continue from the low

E98Reference SectionFile and Folder NamesPictures, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.• Files are stored in folders named with

E99Reference SectionOptional Accessories1Included with the camera at the time of purchase (A ii).2When using in other countries, use a plug adapter (a

E100Reference SectionError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions

Error MessagesE101Reference SectionPCard is not formatted. Format card?Yes NoMemory card has not been formatted for use in COOLPIX S100.Formatting de

3Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic Operations* Referred to simply as the “monitor” in this manual.Attaching the Camera Strap36 7 8 1092

Error MessagesE102Reference SectionuA blink was detected in the picture just taken.One or more portrait subjects may have blinked when the picture was

Error MessagesE103Reference SectionNThis image cannot be deleted.Picture is protected. Disable protection. E 65NTravel destination is in the current t

Error MessagesE104Reference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Lens cover errorQLens error

F1Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexMaximizing Camera Life and Performance ...

F2Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexMaximizing Camera Life and PerformanceTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceTechnical Notes and IndexF3C The Battery• Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceTechnical Notes and IndexF4Memory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A 19

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceTechnical Notes and IndexF5CleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the came

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceTechnical Notes and IndexF6C Notes on the Monitor• The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or t

F7Technical Notes and IndexTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your

4Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsOperating the Touch PanelThe monitor on the COOLPIX S100 is a touch panel display operated by touch. Use the

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF8Monitor is hard to read/has darkened• Adjust monitor brightness.• When the internal temperature of the camer

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF9Electronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor a

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF10Digital zoom cannot be used.• Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu.• Digital zoom is not available

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF11PlaybackUnexpected results when flash set to b (auto with red-eye reduction).When taking pictures with b (a

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF12Cannot record or play back voice memo.• Voice memos cannot be attached to movies.• Voice memos cannot be at

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF13The PictBridge startup screen is not displayed when the camera is connected to a printer.With some PictBrid

F14Technical Notes and IndexSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S100 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 16.0 millionImage sensor1/2.3-i

SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexF15ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)• ISO 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200• Auto (auto gain from ISO

SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexF16• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-

SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexF17Supported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera

5Operating the Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsSpreading/pinchingSpread two fingers apart/pinch two fingers together.Use this opera

F18Technical Notes and IndexIndexSymbolsG Easy auto mode 24, 36A Auto mode 37C Scene mode 40F Smart portrait mode 50D Movie 82c Playback mode 30h Favo

IndexF19Technical Notes and IndexD-Lighting 73, E26DPOF F17printing E43Drag 4Drag and drop 4Draw A 46, E2Dusk/dawn i 44EEasy panorama 47, E3Easy panor

IndexF20Technical Notes and IndexMovie options 85, E75Movie playback 86Multi connector E39Multi-shot 16 E57Museum l 45NNight landscape j 44Night portr

IndexF21Technical Notes and IndexStretch 73, E27Subject tracking 38, E52Sunset h 44TTap 4Telephoto zoom 27Television E35Thumbnail playback 31Time diff

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No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without writ

6Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsIndicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelShooting Mode (Information Indicators)• The information d

7Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsShooting Mode (Operation Controls)Tap the following icons

8Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsPlayback Mode (Information Display)• The information disp

9Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsPlayback Mode (Operation Controls)Tap the following icons

10Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsSwitching Between Shooting Mode and Playback ModeThe cam

11Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsUsing Menus (d Tab)During ShootingUse the d tab to chang

iIntroductionParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesRecording and Playing Back

12Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsDuring PlaybackUse the d tab to delete or edit pictures.

13Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparationPreparation 1 Insert the Battery ...

14Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 1 Insert the Battery1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slo

15Preparation 1 Insert the BatteryBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the BatteryClose the slide cover to turn off the camera, make sure tha

16Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 2 Charge the Battery1 Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-69P.If a plug adapter* is include

17Preparation 2 Charge the BatteryBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackUnderstanding the Power-on LampB Note on Charging AC AdapterBe sure to read and

18Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 3 Insert a Memory Card1 Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery

19Preparation 3 Insert a Memory CardBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackRemoving Memory CardsClose the slide cover to turn off the camera, make sure

20Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 1 Turn the Camera On1 Open the slide cover to turn on the camera.If you are turning the camera on for the

21Step 1 Turn the Camera OnBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackTurning the Camera On and Off• When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green)

iiIntroductionIntroductionRead This FirstThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S100 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the info

22Step 1 Turn the Camera OnBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the fi

23Step 1 Turn the Camera OnBasic Steps for Shooting and Playback6 Tap I.• The clock is activated and the camera enters shooting mode. Daylight Saving

24Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 2 Select a Shooting Mode1 Tap the shooting mode icon.• The shooting-mode selection menu which allows you t

25Step 2 Select a Shooting ModeBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackAvailable Shooting ModesC Features That Are Available in Each Shooting Mode• You c

26Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 3 Frame a Picture1 Hold the camera steadily in both hands.• Keep fingers and other objects away from the l

27Step 3 Frame a PictureBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackUsing the ZoomTap j or k to activate optical zoom. • To enlarge the subject, tap j.• To c

28Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 4 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you fee

29Step 4 Focus and ShootBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackB During Recording• While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures (A 20) rem

30Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 5 Play Back Pictures1 Tap the playback mode icon (c).• The camera enters playback mode, and the last pictu

31Step 5 Play Back PicturesBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackChanging How Pictures Are DisplayedPlayback ZoomSpread two fingers apart on the monito

iiiRead This FirstIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback” (A 13).To

32Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 6 Delete Unwanted Pictures1 Play back a picture to be deleted, tap the d tab, and tap c.See “Using Menus (

33Step 6 Delete Unwanted PicturesBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Tap a picture to display y.• To dese

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35Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesThis chapter describes each of the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each sho

36Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesG (Easy Auto) ModeWhen you frame a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene from the list below

37Shooting FeaturesA (Auto) ModeA (auto) mode is useful for general photography, and it allows you to adjust a variety of settings in the shooting men

38A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesShooting Menu Options in A (Auto) ModeIn A (auto) mode, the following options can be changed.C Functions That Cannot B

39A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesShooting Subjects Not Suitable for AutofocusWhen shooting a subject that is not suitable for autofocus (A 29), try pre

40Shooting FeaturesScene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)You can take pictures with the optimal camera settings for the subject type by selecting t

41Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)Shooting FeaturesChanging the Scene Mode Settings• You can change the flash mode, self-timer, macro mode, a

ivRead This FirstIntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product suppor

42Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)Shooting FeaturesSelecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features)Use of a tripod is recommended in the sc

43Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)Shooting Featurese Night portraitOUse this mode for portraits taken at sunset or at night.• The camera dete

44Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)Shooting FeaturesUse of a tripod is recommended in the scenes with which O is indicated. Set Vibration redu

45Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)Shooting Featuresu FoodUse when taking pictures of food. • Macro mode (A 58) is enabled and the camera auto

46Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)Shooting FeaturesA DrawWrite a memo or draw a picture on the touch panel display and save it as an image.Th

47Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)Shooting Featuresp PanoramaUse for taking panoramas.Tap the d tab (A 11) to select p Panorama and then sele

48Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)Shooting FeaturesC Viewing Pictures That Were Taken Using Pet DetectionIf you enlarge a picture by tapping

49Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Scene)Shooting FeaturesB Caution for Viewing 3D PicturesWhen viewing 3D pictures on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor

50Shooting FeaturesSmart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)At the default setting, the camera detects faces and automatically releases the shutter

51Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesB Notes on Smart Portrait Mode• Digital zoom is not available.• Under some shooting con

vRead This FirstIntroductionNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that was digitall

52Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesChanging the Smart Portrait Mode Settings• You can change the flash mode, self-timer, a

53Shooting FeaturesBasic Shooting SettingsWhen in shooting mode, you can set the following functions by tapping the icons at the bottom of the monitor

54Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesUsing the Flash (Flash Modes)You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions.1 Tap the flash mod

55Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesC The Flash Mode Setting• The flash mode setting varies with shooting mode. See “Functi

56Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-portraits. This f

57Basic Shooting SettingsShooting Features4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.• The self-timer starts, and the number of secon

58Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesUsing Macro ModeWhen using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the f

59Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value s

60Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesDefault SettingsThe default settings for each function in each shooting mode are described below.• See the n

61Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesThe default settings for each function in scene mode are described below.1Cannot be changed.2Cannot be chang

viIntroductionFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in thei

62Shooting FeaturesA Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image si

63A Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)Shooting FeaturesC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number of pictures t

64Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Cannot Be Applied SimultaneouslySome shooting settings cannot be used with other functions.B Notes on Digital Zoom• D

65Shooting FeaturesFace DetectionWhen the camera is pointed at a human face in the shooting modes listed below, the camera automatically detects the f

66Face DetectionShooting FeaturesB Notes on the Face Detection Function• The camera may be unable to detect faces in the following situations:- When f

67Shooting FeaturesSkin SofteningThe camera detects up to three human faces when the shutter is released, and processes the image to soften facial ski

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69Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesThis chapter describes how to select certain types of pictures for playback as well as some of the features availa

70Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesSelecting Certain Types of Pictures for PlaybackYou can change the playback mode according to the type of pictures

71Selecting Certain Types of Pictures for PlaybackPlayback FeaturesSwitching Between Playback Modes1 When viewing pictures in full-frame playback mode

viiFor Your SafetyIntroductionObserve caution when handling the batteryThe battery may leak, overheat or explode if improperly handled. Observe the fo

72Selecting Certain Types of Pictures for PlaybackPlayback FeaturesSetting the Picture RatingIf pictures have been assigned a rating of one to five, t

73Playback FeaturesFeatures Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)If you tap the d tab when viewing pictures in full-frame playback mode or thumbn

74Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)Playback Features1When using thumbnail playback mode, this function cannot be applied. Display th

75Playback FeaturesConnecting the Camera to a Television, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the ca

76Playback FeaturesUsing ViewNX 2ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images.Install ViewNX

77Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.• If the desired language is not

78Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one of the following met

79Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Transfer images to the computer.• Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed in t

80Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesRetouching PhotographsClick Edit in the ViewNX 2 toolbar.Image editing functions include tone compensation, sharpness

81Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesYou can record movies by setting the shooting mode to Movie.In playback mode, tap