Nikon Coolpix S52c User Manual

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viiiTable of ContentsA Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode... 22Step 1 Turn the C

88Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusE ISO SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to

89Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusG AF Area ModeUse this option to determine where the camera focuses.When digit

90Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusRestrictions on Camera SettingsRestrictions apply to the following settings in

91Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options.Displaying the Playback MenuE

92Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusSelecting PicturesThe picture selection screen, as shown at right, will be dis

93Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusb Slide ShowPlay back pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory c

94Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusc DeleteDelete selected pictures or all pictures.C Notes on Deletion• Once del

95Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusf Rotate ImageChange the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s m

96Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menush CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the m

97Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options.a Menus A 98Choose how menus are

ixTable of ContentsD Movies...

98Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup MenuFirst, display the shooting-mode or playback-mode sele

99Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusc Welcome ScreenYou can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the came

100Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusd DateSet the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones.S

101Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menus4 Choose the travel destination time zone and press k.The setting is enabled.W

102Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusC Time Zones (A 19)The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time d

103Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menuse Monitor SettingsChoose whether or not to display information in the monitor,

104Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusC Date ImprintDate and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures. This in

105Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusg Vibration ReductionVibration reduction effectively corrects blur, caused by

106Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusi Sound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.j Record OrientationChoose

107Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusk Auto OffIf no operations are performed for the selected length of time, the

xTable of ContentsPlayback Options: The Playback Menu ...91Displa

108Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusn LanguageChoose one of 23 languages for display of camera menus and messages.

109Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusScene modeOne-touch portrait menuMovie menuPictmotion menuShooting menuOption

110Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusSetup menuOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A 11

111Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusr Firmware VersionView the current camera firmware version. See the Wireless L

112Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesApproved Memory CardsThe following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this cam

113Technical NotesImage/Sound File and Folder NamesPictures, movies, voice memos, and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows. • Files are

114Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing th

115Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesB The Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LEDThe light-emitting diode (LED; A 4, 32, 105) used in the self-ti

116Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Ch

117Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S52/S52c digital camera. This manual was written to help you

118Error MessagesTechnical NotesNOut of memory.Memory card is full. • Choose smaller image size.• Delete pictures or sound files.• Insert new memory c

119Error MessagesTechnical NotesNFile contains no image data.File not created with this camera.View file on computer or other device.–PThis file canno

120Error MessagesTechnical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.PRPrinter error.Check printer

121Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer

122TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

123TroubleshootingTechnical NotesFlash does not fire • Flash is off.• Some scene modes that cannot turn on flash are selected.• D mode is selected.• C

124TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackPictures are too bright (overexposed)Adjust exposure compensation. 34Unexpected results when flash mode is se

125TroubleshootingTechnical NotesCannot create or play Pictmotion movie• Camera may be unable to create Pictmotion movies from pictures recorded by an

126Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S52/S52c Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 9.0 millionImage sensor1/2.5-in. CCD;

127SpecificationsTechnical NotesExposureMetering 224-segment matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom)Range(ISO 100)[W]: 0.6 to 16.6 EV[T]: 1.3 to 17.3 E

2IntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,

128SpecificationsTechnical Notes• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 operat

129SpecificationsTechnical NotesAC Adapter EH-63 (supplied with the COOLPIX S52c)B SpecificationsNikon will not be held liable for any errors this man

130Technical NotesIndexSymbolsD Pictmotion mode 54A (auto) mode 22E Audio playback mode 66E Voice recording mode 64B High-sensitivity shooting mode 35

131IndexTechnical NotesFlash 30, 108lamp 5, 31mode 30Flash mode 90Focus 6, 26area 6, 26face-priority 42Folder names 113Format 21, 107Framing 24FSCN 11

132IndexTechnical NotesSlide show 93Small picture 49Smear 116Sound settings 106Sports (d) 38SSCN 113Strap, Camera 4Sunset (h) 39Support information 2T

133IndexTechnical Notes

134IndexTechnical Notes

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

3Information and PrecautionsIntroductionNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera BodyAttaching the Camera Strap123 4 587 6951011Lens cover closed12COOLPIX S52c1 Shutter-release button...

5Parts of the CameraIntroduction34657891011121215131416171 e (mode) button...82 Speaker...

6Parts of the CameraIntroductionThe MonitorThe following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with

7Parts of the CameraIntroductionPlayback* Differs according to the selected option.1 Date of recording...182 Tim

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

8IntroductionBasic OperationsThe c (shooting/playback) ButtonThe e (mode) ButtonPress e during shooting to display the shooting-mode selection menu, o

9Basic OperationsIntroductionPlayback-mode Selection MenuThe Rotary Multi SelectorThis section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to

10Basic OperationsIntroductionFor Playback* Pictures can also be selected by rotating the rotary multi selector.For the Menu Screen1Items can also be

11Basic OperationsIntroductionThe d ButtonPress d to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (A 9)

12First StepsFirst StepsCharging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S52)The camera uses a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 (supplied).Ch

13Charging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S52)First StepsThe following chart explains CHARGE lamp status. 3 Unplug the chargerRemove t

14First StepsInserting the Battery into the CameraInsert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 (supplied) into the camera. • Charge the battery before

15Inserting the Battery into the CameraFirst StepsRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp is off before removing th

16First StepsCharging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S52c)If you are using the COOLPIX S52c, insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 (s

17Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S52c)First Steps5 The battery begins charging. The power-on lamp (orange) will blink, and the bat

iIntroductionFirst StepsABasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeBHigh-Sensitivity Shooting ModeCShooting Suited for the ScenebShooting in One-Touch

18First StepsSetting Display Language, Date, and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the powe

19Setting Display Language, Date, and TimeFirst Steps5 Select your home time zone (A 102) and press k.6 Edit the date.Rotate the rotary multi selector

20First StepsInserting Memory CardsImage, sound, and movie files are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 38 MB) or on removable memory car

21Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsRemoving Memory CardsBefore removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp is off. O

22Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeThis section des

23Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeIndicators Displayed in A (Auto) ModeThe indicators and p

24Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and o

25Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the ZoomUse the zoom buttons to activate optical zoom. Press f to zoom out, inc

26Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.The camera automatically focuses on the su

27Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB During RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the O (wait) icon will be displa

iiFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety b

28Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesViewing Pictures (Playback Mode)Press c.The last picture taken will be

29Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC Available Options in Playback ModeThe following options are available

30Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the FlashThe flash has a range of about 0.3–5.5 m (11 in. –18 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all

31Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB Shooting When Lighting Is Poor and the Flash Is Disabled (W) • Use of a tripod is recommen

32Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-TimerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-p

33Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeMacro ModeMacro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 4 cm (1.5 in.). Note that the flash

34Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera

35High-Sensitivity Shooting ModeHigh-Sensitivity Shooting ModeShooting in High-Sensitivity Shooting ModeIn high-sensitivity shooting mode, sensitivity

36Shooting Suited for the SceneShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in Scene ModeCamera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject

37Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneFeatures* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected. Q: Pictures taken in s

iiiFor Your SafetyObserve the following precautions when handling the batteryThe battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the follow

38Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.2Other settings

39Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selecte

40Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected. Note that when shooting with t

41Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.O: For those scene modes with O

42Shooting in One-Touch Portrait ModeShooting in One-Touch Portrait ModeOne-Touch Portrait ModeWhen b is pressed with shooting, the camera enters one-

43Shooting in One-Touch Portrait ModeThe One-Touch Portrait MenuThe following portrait effects (reducing vividness of skin tones, softening overall im

44More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackPress f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 28) to display pictures in “

45More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPressing g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 28) zooms the current picture in 3×, with the c

46More on PlaybackEditing PicturesUse this camera to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 113). The editing features described

47Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackEnhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-LightingD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and co

ivFor Your SafetyUse appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the pur

48Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCreating a Cropped Copy: CropCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when is displayed wi

49Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackResizing Pictures: Small PictureCreate a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files wi

50More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures marked with n in full-fra

51More on PlaybackViewing Pictures by DateIn list by date mode, pictures taken on a specified date can be displayed. In full-frame playback mode, just

52Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackUsing List by Date ModeThe following operations are possible from the date selection screen.B Notes on List

53Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackList by Date MenusPress d in list by date mode to display the following menus for only the pictures taken on

54More on PlaybackPictmotion by muveeCreate a Pictmotion* slide show movie that allows you to enjoy playback of selected pictures with specified backg

55Pictmotion by muveeMore on Playback4 Choose Yes and press k.The Pictmotion movie is saved and the monitor display returns to that shown in step 2. A

56Pictmotion by muveeMore on Playback4 Choose pictures.Rotate the rotary multi selector to choose pictures, and press the rotary multi selector H to s

57Pictmotion by muveeMore on PlaybackOther Options for Pictmotion MoviesPressing d in the Pictmotioin screen shown in step 2 of “Creating a Pictmotion

vNoticesNotice for Customers in the U.S.A.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested

58Pictmotion by muveeMore on Playback3 Playback OrderRotate the rotary multi selector to display Playback order, and press the rotary multi selector K

59Pictmotion by muveeMore on PlaybackViewing Pictmotion Movies1 Enter Pictmotion playback mode by pressing e in playback mode, selecting D (use the ro

60MoviesMoviesRecording MoviesTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below.1 Enter

61MoviesThe Movie MenuMovie options and Auto-focus mode (A 62) settings can be changed in the movie menu. Press d in movie mode to display the movie m

62The Movie MenuMoviesI Auto-Focus ModeChoose how the camera focuses in movie mode.Option DescriptionA Single AF(default setting)Camera focuses when s

63MoviesMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 28), movies are recognized by the movie mode icons. To play a movie, display it in full-frame pla

64Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsMaking Voice RecordingsAudio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the

65Making Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During RecordingSound QualityPress d in voice recording mode to display the following sound qualit

66Voice RecordingsPlaying Voice Recordings1 Enter audio playback mode by pressing e in playback mode, selecting E (use the rotary multi selector), and

67Playing Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During PlaybackUse the zoom buttons, g or f, to adjust playback volume.Playback controls appear a

viNoticesNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ATTENTIONCet appareil numérique de la cla

68Voice RecordingsCopying Voice RecordingsCopy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This option is available only when a me

69Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televi

70Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerWhen the camera is connected to a computer using the supplied USB cable, p

71Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersTransferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer1 Start the computer to

72Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading.Click Start T

73Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersD Using Standard OS Operations to Open Image/Sound Files• Navigate to the

74Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 129) printers can connect the camera dire

75Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printe

76Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersPrinting Pictures One at a TimeAfter connecting the camera to the printer c

77Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers6 Choose Start print and press k.7 Printing starts.Monitor display returns

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78Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers3 Choose the desired paper size and press k.To specify paper size using pri

79Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers5 Printing starts.Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2) when p

80Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe Print set option in the playback menu is used to create

81Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and phot

82Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusShooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe shooting menu of A (auto) mode, and hig

83Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusA Image ModeChoose an image mode, which is the combination of image size and i

84Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusC The Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate n

85Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusB White BalanceThe color of light reflected from an object varies with the col

86Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusPreset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for li

87Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusC ContinuousChange settings to Continuous or Best Shot Selector (BSS). Flash w