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viiiFor Your SafetyIntroductionUse appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nik

82Playback FeaturesUsing ViewNX 2ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images.Install ViewNX

83Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.• If the desired language is not

84Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one of the following met

85Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Transfer images to the computer.• Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as t

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87Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button.In playback

88Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesRecording MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) bu

89Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesB Notes About Movie Recording• Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recomm

90Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesC Movie Options and Maximum Movie LengthAll figures are approximate. The maximum movie length may v

91Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesChanging Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu)The following settings can be changed.Enter shoot

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

92Recording and Playing Back MoviesPlaying Back MoviesPress the c button to enter playback mode.Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A91).P

93General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThis chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu.• See “Using Menus (the

94General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThe Setup MenuThe following settings can be changed in the setup menu by selecting the z tab.Press the d but

General Camera Setup95The Setup MenuPrint dateAllows you to imprint the shooting date and time on images at the time of shooting. The default setting

96The Setup MenuGeneral Camera SetupFormat memory/Format cardAllows you to format the internal memory (only when a memory card is not inserted) or the

E1EReference SectionReference SectionThe Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.ShootingUsing Easy Panorama

E2Reference SectionReference SectionUsing Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)Shooting with Easy Panorama* The icon of the last scene selected is dis

E3Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)Reference Section4 Move the camera slowly and straight in one of the four directions, and begin shooting.

E4Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)Reference SectionViewing Images Captured with Easy PanoramaSwitch to playback mode (A32), display an imag

E5Reference SectionUsing 3D PhotographyThe camera captures one image for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image on a 3D-compatible TV or monit

xNoticesIntroductionNotice for customers in the State of CaliforniaWARNINGHandling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known

E6Using 3D PhotographyReference SectionB Notes About 3D Photography• Moving subjects are not suited to 3D photography. We recommend shooting still sub

E7Reference SectionFavorite Pictures ModeAfter shooting, you can add your favorite still images to albums; there are nine albums available. After you

E8Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionPlaying Back Images in AlbumsUse the multi selector to select an album and then press the k button to play ba

E9Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionChanging the Favorites Album Icon1 Use the multi selector to select an album and press the d button.2 Press J

E10Reference SectionAuto Sort ModeImages are automatically sorted into categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies.Use the multi selector to

E11Auto Sort ModeReference SectionB Notes About Auto Sort Mode• Up to 999 images and movie files can be sorted to each category in auto sort mode. If

E12Reference SectionList by Date ModeUse the multi selector to select a date and then press the k button to play back the images captured on the selec

E13Reference SectionViewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a SequenceEach series of images captured using the

E14Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)Reference SectionB Sequence Display Options• Select Sequence display options (E61) in t

E15Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)Reference SectionDeleting Images in a SequenceIf Sequence display options (E61) in the

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E16Reference SectionEditing Still ImagesEditing FeaturesUse the COOLPIX S6300 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E90). The edit

E17Editing Still ImagesReference SectionC Restrictions on Image EditingWhen an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check th

E18Editing Still ImagesReference Sectionk Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationPress the multi selector H or I to select the amount of effe

E19Editing Still ImagesReference Sectione Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones1 Press the multi selector H or I to select the degree of softening and

E20Editing Still ImagesReference Sectionp Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects1Press the multi selector H or I to select the filter effect

E21Editing Still ImagesReference Section3 Confirm the effect and press the k button.• A new, edited copy is created.• To exit without saving the copy,

E22Editing Still ImagesReference Sectiona Crop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is disp

E23Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)Connect the camera to a TV to play back images or movies on the TV. If your

E24Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)Reference Section3 Set the TV’s input to external video input.• See the documentation provide

E25Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Users of PictBridge-compatible (F16) printers can connect the camera directly to

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E26Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer.• C

E27Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference SectionPrinting Individual ImagesAfter properly connecting the camera to the printer (E2

E28Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section6 Select Start print and press the k button.7 Printing begins.• Monitor display r

E29Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section4 Select Print selection, Print all images, or DPOF printing and press the k butt

E30Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section5 Printing begins.• Monitor display returns to the print menu shown in step 2 whe

E31Reference SectionRecording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. The portions of the movie record

E32Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)Reference Section4 Press the b (e movie-record) button to start recording.• Movie recordi

E33Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)Reference SectionB Notes About HS Movie• Sound is not recorded.• Zoom position, focus, ex

E34Reference SectionEditing MoviesThe desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file (except movies recorded using p iFrame 540

E35Editing MoviesReference Section6 Choose Yes and press the k button.• The edited movie is saved.B Notes About Movie Editing• Use a sufficiently char

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E36Reference SectionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A69) for information about Image mode.White Bal

E37The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionUsing Preset ManualThe preset manual option is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for

E38The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionContinuous ShootingChange settings to continuous or BSS (Best Shot Selector).Select A (auto)

E39The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionThe current continuous shooting setting is indicated by an icon when shooting (A6). No icon i

E40The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionC Pre-shooting CacheWhen Pre-shooting cache is selected, shooting begins when the shutter-rel

E41The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionISO SensitivityWhen ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures.H

E42The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionColor OptionsMake colors more vivid or save images in monochrome.The current color options se

E43The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionAF Area ModeUse this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.

E44The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionB Notes About AF Area Mode• When digital zoom is in effect, focus will be on the center of th

E45The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSelect how the camera focuses.B Autofocus Mode SettingAutofocus mode can be set

xivTable of ContentsIntroductionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ... E36Wh

E46Reference SectionThe Smart Portrait Menu• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A69) for information about Image mode.Skin SofteningEnable sk

E47The Smart Portrait MenuReference SectionBlink ProofThe camera automatically releases the shutter twice each time a picture is taken. Of the two sho

E48Reference SectionThe Subject Tracking Menu• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A69) for information about Image mode.Autofocus ModeDetermi

E49Reference SectionThe Playback Menu• See “Editing Still Images” (E16) for information about image editing features.• See “Favorite Pictures Mode” (E

E50The Playback MenuReference Section3 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information.• Select Date and press the k button to p

E51The Playback MenuReference SectionB Notes About Print Order• Print orders cannot be created for images captured in 3D photography scene mode.• When

E52The Playback MenuReference SectionC Canceling Existing Print OrderSelect Delete print order in step 1 of “a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Orde

E53The Playback MenuReference Sectionb Slide ShowPlay back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide

E54The Playback MenuReference Sectiond ProtectProtects selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protection for prev

E55The Playback MenuReference SectionThe Image Selection ScreenWhen using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is disp

xvTable of ContentsIntroductionCharge by Computer...

E56The Playback MenuReference Sectionf Rotate ImageSpecify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be ro

E57The Playback MenuReference SectionE Voice MemoUse the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images.• The voice memo recording screen is dis

E58The Playback MenuReference SectionB Notes About Voice Memos• When an image with a voice memo attached is deleted, both the image and its voice memo

E59The Playback MenuReference Sectionh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card.1

E60The Playback MenuReference SectionC Notes About Copying Images in a Sequence• If you select a key picture of a sequence in Selected images when onl

E61The Playback MenuReference SectionC Sequence Display OptionsChoose the method used to display a series of images shot continuously (sequence) (E13)

E62Reference SectionThe Movie MenuMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean greater im

E63The Movie MenuReference SectionHS Movie Options* The maximum recording time shown here refers only to the portion of the movie that is recorded in

E64The Movie MenuReference SectionAutofocus ModeSelect how the camera focuses in movie mode.• When an HS movie option is selected in Movie options, th

E65Reference SectionThe Setup MenuWelcome ScreenSelect whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.Press the d button M

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E66The Setup MenuReference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Selecting the Travel Destination Time Zone1 Use the multi selector to select

E67The Setup MenuReference Section3 Press K.• The travel destination screen is displayed.4 Press J or K to select the travel destination time zone.• I

E68The Setup MenuReference SectionC Time ZonesThe camera supports the time zones listed below.For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock to

E69The Setup MenuReference SectionMonitor SettingsSet the options below.Press the d button M z tab M Monitor settingsOption DescriptionPhoto infoSelec

E70The Setup MenuReference SectionPhoto InfoSelect whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor.See “The Monitor” (A6) for informa

E71The Setup MenuReference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowi

E72The Setup MenuReference SectionVibration ReductionReduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Vibration reduction effectively reduces blur,

E73The Setup MenuReference SectionMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting sti

E74The Setup MenuReference SectionAF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit.Di

E75The Setup MenuReference SectionSound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.B Notes About Sound SettingsButton sounds and the shutter sound ar

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

E76The Setup MenuReference SectionAuto OffIf no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters s

E77The Setup MenuReference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memo

E78The Setup MenuReference SectionLanguageSelect one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages.Press the d button M z tab M LanguageCze

E79The Setup MenuReference SectionTV SettingsAdjust settings for connection to a TV.C HDMI and HDMI-CECHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is

E80The Setup MenuReference SectionCharge by ComputerSelect whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connected

E81The Setup MenuReference SectionB Notes About Charging with Connection to a Computer• The battery cannot be charged, nor can data be transferred, wh

E82The Setup MenuReference SectionBlink WarningSelect whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A73) wh

E83The Setup MenuReference SectionThe Blink Warning ScreenWhen the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor, the opera

E84The Setup MenuReference SectionEye-Fi UploadB Notes About Eye-Fi Cards• Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient ev

E85The Setup MenuReference SectionFilmstripAllows you to select whether or not the filmstrip is displayed when you rotate the multi selector quickly i

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2Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the CameraThe Camera Body91 23 456781011Lens cover closed1 S

E86The Setup MenuReference SectionReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.Basic Shooting Funct

E87The Setup MenuReference SectionSpecial effects modeSmart Portrait MenuSubject Tracking MenuMovie MenuSetup MenuOption Default valueSpecial effects

E88The Setup MenuReference SectionOthers• Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E90) from memory. Numbering will continue from the

E89The Setup MenuReference SectionFirmware VersionView the current camera firmware version.Press the d button M z tab M Firmware versionCOOLPIX S6300

E90Reference SectionFile and Folder NamesImages, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.• Files are saved in folders named with a f

E91Reference SectionOptional Accessories1Included with the camera at the time of purchase (Aii).2When using in other countries, use a plug adapter (co

E92Reference SectionError MessagesDisplay Cause/SolutionAO (flashes)Clock not set.Set date and time.E66Battery exhausted. Charge or replace battery. 1

E93Error MessagesReference SectionCard is not formatted. Format card?YesNoMemory card has not been formatted for use in COOLPIX S6300.Formatting delet

E94Error MessagesReference SectionImage cannot be modified.Cannot edit selected image.• Select images that support editing function.• Movies cannot be

E95Error MessagesReference SectionShooting failedWhen taking 3D pictures, the first shot could not be successfully taken.• Try shooting again.• In som

3Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic Operations12456789111213141516171031Charge lamp...19, E81Flash lamp

E96Error MessagesReference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Printer error: paper jamPape

F1Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexMaximizing Camera Life and Performance ...F2The Camera...

F2Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexMaximizing Camera Life and PerformanceThe CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon produc

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceTechnical Notes and IndexF3B Notes on the Monitor• Monitors and electronic viewfinders are constructed with extr

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceTechnical Notes and IndexF4Charging AC Adapter• The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for use only with compatible d

F5Technical Notes and IndexCleaning and StorageCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in

F6Technical Notes and IndexTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF7Monitor is blank.• Camera is off.• Standby mode for saving power: press the power switch, the shutter-releas

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF8Characteristics of Digital CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF9Flash does not fire.• The flash mode is set to W (off).• Scene mode with which the flash does not fire is se

4Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsControls Used in Shooting ModeControl Name Main Function AShooting mode buttonChanges the

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF10Images are too bright (overexposed).Adjust exposure compensation. 66Unexpected results when flash set to V

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF11Playback IssuesProblem Cause/Solution AFile cannot be played back.• File or folder was overwritten or renam

TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexF12The saved images are not displayed in auto sort mode.• The desired image was sorted to a category other tha

F13Technical Notes and IndexSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S6300 Digital CameraTypeCompact digital cameraEffective pixels16.0 millionImage sensor1/2.3-in

SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexF14ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)• ISO 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200• Auto (auto gain from ISO

SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexF15• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-

SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexF16Supported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera

F17Technical Notes and IndexIndexSymbolsA Auto mode 22, 26, 38x Scene mode 41D Special effects mode 51F Smart portrait mode 53s Subject tracking mode

IndexF18Technical Notes and IndexComputer 81, 84Connector cover 3Continuous 39, E38Copying images 79, E59Crop E22Cyanotype 40, E42DDate 24, 94, E66Dat

IndexF19Technical Notes and IndexInternal memory 21ISO sensitivity 39, E41JJPG E90LLandscape c 42Language 96, E78Lens 2, F13Lens cover 2List by date m

5Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsControls Used in Playback ModeControl Name Main Function APlayback button• Changes the pla

IndexF20Technical Notes and IndexRecording slow motion movies 91, E31, E63Red-eye reduction 63Remove from favorites E8Reset all 96, E86Rotary multi se

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 CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsThe Monitor• The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback

7Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic Operations1 Shooting mode ...26, 272 Macro mode...

8Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsPlayback Mode1 m 0 s1m 0s9 9 9 / 9 9 9999/ 9991 m 0 s1m 0s9 9 9 9 / 9 9 9 99999/9

9Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsBasic OperationsSwitching Between Shooting Mode and Playback ModeThe camera has two modes of operation: Shoot

10Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsUsing the Rotary Multi SelectorRotate the rotary multi selector, press its upper (H), lower

11Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsUsing Menus (the d Button)If you press the d button while the shooting screen or playback sc

iIntroductionParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesRecording and Playing Back M

12Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsSwitching Between TabsSelecting Menu ItemsC When the Menu Contains Two or More PagesA guide

13Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsAttaching the Camera Strap

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15The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparationPreparation 1 Insert the Battery ...

16The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 1 Insert the Battery1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot co

17Preparation 1 Insert the BatteryThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and th

18The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 2 Charge the Battery1 Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-69P.If a plug adapter* is included

19Preparation 2 Charge the BatteryThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Charge LampB Notes About the Charging AC AdapterBe sure to read and follow th

20The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 3 Insert a Memory Card1 Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery-c

21Preparation 3 Insert a Memory CardThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving Memory CardsTurn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and

iiIntroductionIntroductionRead This FirstThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S6300 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the inf

22The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 1 Turn the Camera On1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.• If you are turning the camera on for th

23Step 1 Turn the Camera OnThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackTurning the Camera On and Off• When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) w

24Step 1 Turn the Camera OnThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackSetting the Display Language, Date, and TimeWhen the camera is turned on for the first t

25Step 1 Turn the Camera OnThe Basics of Shooting and Playback6 Press H or I to select Yes and press the k button.•When settings are finished, the len

26The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 2 Select a Shooting Mode1 Press the A button.• The shooting mode selection menu, which allows you to select

27Step 2 Select a Shooting ModeThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackAvailable Shooting ModesC Features That Are Available in Shooting Mode• The multi se

28The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 3 Frame a Picture1 Hold the camera steady.• Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away fro

29Step 3 Frame a PictureThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackUsing the ZoomUse the zoom control to activate optical zoom.• To zoom in closer to the subj

30The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 4 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you feel

31Step 4 Focus and ShootThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackB Note on Recording Images and Saving MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exposures r

iiiRead This FirstIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A15).To le

32The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 5 Play Back Images1 Press the c (playback) button.• When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, the

33Step 5 Play Back ImagesThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackChanging How Images Are DisplayedWhen using playback mode, you can change how images are d

34The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 6 Delete Unwanted Images1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.2 Press

35Step 6 Delete Unwanted ImagesThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Press the multi selector J or K to selec

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37Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesThis chapter describes the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mo

38Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesA (Auto) ModeUsed for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A39) to suit the shooting c

39A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesOptions Available in the Auto Shooting MenuWhen using A (auto) mode, the following settings can be changed.Select A (a

40A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesC Camera Settings That Cannot Be Applied SimultaneouslySome settings cannot be used with other functions (A71).Color o

41Shooting FeaturesScene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for

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

42Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesCharacteristics of Each Scenex Scene auto selectorThe camera simplifies shooting by automatic

43Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresd SportsUse this mode when shooting sporting events. The camera captures a series of still im

44Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesO: Use of a tripod is recommended when using scene modes indicated with O. Set Vibration redu

45Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresj Night landscapeCaptures the atmosphere of night landscapes.From the screen displayed after

46Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesO: Use of a tripod is recommended when using scene modes indicated with O. Set Vibration redu

47Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresn Black and white copyProvides clear images of text or drawings on a whiteboard or in print.•

48Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Printing PanoramasWhen printing panoramas, the entire image may not be able to

49Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesO Pet portraitUse this mode when taking pictures of dogs or cats. When the camera detects the

50Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Taking 3D PicturesIn some shooting conditions, such as when the subject is movi

51Shooting FeaturesSpecial Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)Effects can be applied to images during shooting.* The icon of the last effect

vRead This FirstIntroduction• While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciat

52Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)Shooting FeaturesChanging Special Effects Mode Settings• Features that can be set using the mul

53Shooting FeaturesSmart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces)When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically

54Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Smart Portrait Mode• Digital zoom cannot be used.• Under some

55Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesChanging Smart Portrait Mode Settings• Features that can be set using the mu

56Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesOptions Available in the Smart Portrait MenuWhen using F smart portrait mode

57Shooting FeaturesSubject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)Use this mode to focus on a subject that is moving when taking pictures.When yo

58Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Subject Tracking Mode• Adjust zoom position, flash mode, exposure

59Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)Shooting FeaturesChanging Subject Tracking Mode Settings• Features that can be set using the mul

60Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Face Priority Tracking• Only one subject can be tracked. If the c

61Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorWhen shooting, the multi selector H (X), I (p), J (n), and K (o) can be used to se

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

62Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing the Flash (Flash Modes)You can set the flash mode to match the shooting cond

63Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesC The Flash Mode Setting• The setting varies with the shootin

64Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shu

65Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing Macro ModeWhen using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as

66Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)By adjusting exposure compensation whe

67Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesDefault SettingsDefault settings for each shooting mode are described below.• Info

68Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesDefault settings for scene modes are described below.1U (auto) and W (off) can be

69Shooting FeaturesChanging the Image Size (Image Mode)You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image size

70Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)Shooting FeaturesC Number of Images That Can Be SavedThe following table lists the approximate number of images

71Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslySome shooting settings cannot be used with other functions.Restricted functionOption Des

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

72Features That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyShooting FeaturesB Notes About Digital Zoom• Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digi

73Shooting FeaturesUsing Face DetectionIn the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If the c

74Using Face DetectionShooting FeaturesB Notes About Face Detection• The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including w

75Shooting FeaturesUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released when using one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more hum

76Shooting FeaturesFocus LockYou can use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode.The following procedure d

77Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesThis chapter describes how to select certain types of images for playback as well as some of the features availabl

78Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesSelecting Certain Types of Images for PlaybackYou can change the playback mode according to the type of images you

79Playback FeaturesFeatures Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you

80Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)Playback Features1Images are edited and saved as separate files. Certain restrictions apply (E16,

81Playback FeaturesConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to