Nikon S610 - S610c User Manual

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viiiTable of ContentsShooting Suited for the Scene...

88Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusC ContinuousChange settings to Continuous or Best Shot Selector (BSS). Flash w

89Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusE ISO SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to

90Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusG AF Area ModeUse this option to determine where the camera focuses.When digit

91Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusD Focus LockTo focus on off-center subjects when Center is selected for AF are

92Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusShooting with Face PriorityThe face-priority function is activated when Face p

93Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusB Notes on Face Priority• When Face priority is selected for AF area mode, the

94Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusFunctions that Cannot Be Applied SimultaneouslyRestrictions apply to the follo

95Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options.Displaying the Playback MenuE

96Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusSelecting PicturesThe picture selection screen, as shown at right, will be dis

97Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusb Slide ShowPlay back pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory c

ixTable of ContentsConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers... 69Connecting to a TV.

98Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusc DeleteDelete selected pictures or all pictures.C Notes on Deletion• Once del

99Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusf Rotate ImageChange the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s m

100Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menush CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the

101Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options.aMenus A 102Choose how menus are

102Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup MenuFirst, display the shooting-mode or playback-mode sel

103Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusc Welcome ScreenYou can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the cam

104Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusd DateSet the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones.S

105Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menus4 Press J or K to choose the travel destination time zone.If the daylight savi

106Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusC Time Zones (A 18)The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time d

107Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menuse Monitor SettingsChoose whether or not to display information in the monitor,

xTable of ContentsBasic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu... 101Display

108Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusC Date ImprintDate and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures. This in

109Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusg Vibration ReductionVibration reduction effectively corrects blur, caused by

110Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusU Motion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shak

111Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusu Digital ZoomEnable or disable digital zoom.B Notes on Digital Zoom• When dig

112Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusk Auto OffIf no operations are performed for the selected length of time, the

113Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusn LanguageChoose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.

114Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusScene modeMovie menuShooting menuSetup menuOption Default valueScene mode (A 3

115Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A 117) from th

116Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesApproved Memory CardsThe following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved

117Technical NotesImage/Sound File and Folder NamesPictures, movies, voice memos, and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows. • Files are

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S610/S610c digital camera. This manual was written to help yo

118Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing th

119Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesC The Battery• Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary (A 12, 1

120Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Ch

121Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for

122Error MessagesTechnical NotesPThis card cannot be used.Error accessing memory card.• Use approved card.• Check that connectors are clean.• Confirm

123Error MessagesTechnical NotesNImage cannot be modified.Cannot edit selected picture.• Select picture that supports D-Lighting, crop, or small pict

124Error MessagesTechnical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.System errorQError has occurre

125Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer

126TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

127TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPictures are blurred • Use flash.• Use vibration reduction or motion detection.• Use D.• Use tripod and self-timer.30

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

128TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackRandomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in imageShutter speed too slow or ISO sensitivity is high. Noi

129TroubleshootingTechnical NotesCannot use D-Lighting, crop, or small picture options• These options cannot be used with movies.• Choose a picture ta

130Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S610/S610c Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 10.0 millionImage sensor1/2.33-in.

131SpecificationsTechnical NotesExposureMetering 224-segment matrix, center-weightedExposure control Programmed auto exposure with motion detection an

132SpecificationsTechnical Notes• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 opera

133SpecificationsTechnical NotesAC Adapter EH-63 (supplied with the COOLPIX S610c)B SpecificationsNikon will not be held liable for any errors this ma

134Technical NotesIndexSymbolsA (auto) mode 22a Smile mode 49s Active child mode 47C Scene mode 35x Scene auto selector 45E Voice recording mode 64E S

135IndexTechnical NotesFill flash 30Fireworks show (m) 40Firmware version 115Flash 30, 113lamp 5, 31mode 30Flash mode 94Focus 6, 26area 6, 26face prio

136IndexTechnical NotesShooting menu 82–89Shooting-mode selection menu 8Shutter-release button 4Single AF 93Slide show 97Small picture 56Smear 120Soun

137IndexTechnical Notes

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

138IndexTechnical 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

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera BodyAttaching the Camera Strap1298310111245 67Lens cover closed COOLPIX S610c1 Shutter-release button...

5Parts of the CameraIntroduction1161098716 17 1812 13 14 15123451 Monitor...62 Rotary m

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 Pro

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) ButtonShooting-mode Selection MenuPress the c button once in shooting mode t

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

10Basic OperationsIntroductionFor Playback* Subsequent or previous pictures can also be selected by rotating the rotary multi selector.For the Menu Sc

11Basic OperationsIntroductionThe d ButtonPress the d button to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the

12First StepsFirst StepsCharging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610)If you are using the COOLPIX S610, charge the Rechargeable Li-ion

13Charging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610)First StepsThe following chart explains CHARGE lamp status. 3 Unplug the charger.Remove

14First StepsInserting the Battery into the CameraInsert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (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 and the monitor are off b

16First StepsCharging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c)If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12

17Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c)First StepsThe following chart explains power-on lamp status of the COOLPIX S610c while the

iIntroductionFirst StepsABasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC xShooting Suited for the ScenesFocusing on a Moving Subject in Active Child ModeaA

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 Edit the date.Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H or I, to edit the highlighted item.P

20First StepsInserting Memory CardsImage, sound, and movie files are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 45 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 and the m

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 ModeDigital ZoomWhen the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, holdin

26Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.Camera automatically selects the focus are

27Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB During RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remainin

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 the c button.The last picture tak

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

30Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the FlashThe flash has a range of about 0.5–8.0 m (1.6–26.2 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all th

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 3 cm (1.2 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

35Shooting Suited for the SceneShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in Scene ModeCamera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject

36Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneFeatures* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected. * Other settings can b

37Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.2Other settings can be selected.1Fill flash with

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.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selecte

39Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected. Note that when shooting with the flash, the flash may be unable

40Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.O: For those scene modes with O

41Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.Taking Pictures in Food ModeUse this mode to take pictures of fo

42Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene3 Frame the picture.• The camera can focus at distances as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.) at the wide-an

43Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneTaking Pictures for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of frame. Use a tri

44Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene5 Press the k button when shooting is completed.The camera returns to step 2.B Panorama AssistFla

45Shooting Suited for the SceneShooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector) By simply framing a picture, the camera automat

46Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)Shooting Suited for the SceneC Flash Mode in Scene Auto Selector ModeU (Auto)

47Focusing on a Moving Subject in Active Child ModeFocusing on a Moving Subject in Active Child Mode Active Child Mode Use this mode to shoot moving s

ivFor Your Safety• Do not handle the plug or battery charger/AC adapter with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric sh

48Active Child ModeFocusing on a Moving Subject in Active Child ModeB Active Child Mode• Do not adjust flash mode and exposure compensation settings a

49Automatic Shooting of a Smiling FaceAutomatic Shooting of a Smiling FaceShooting in Smile ModeThe camera detects a smiling face to shoot the face au

50Shooting in Smile ModeAutomatic Shooting of a Smiling FaceC Face Priority and Smiling Face Detection FeaturesWhen the camera is pointed at a face lo

51More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackPress the f (h) button in full-frame playback mode (A 28) to display pi

52More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPressing the g (i) button during full-frame playback mode (A 28) zooms the current picture, with

53More on PlaybackEditing PicturesUse this camera to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 117).C Picture Editing• Pictures take

54Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackEnhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-LightingD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and co

55Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCreating a Cropped Copy: CropCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed wi

56Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackResizing Pictures: Small PictureCreate a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files wi

57More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures marked with n in full-fra

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

58More on PlaybackViewing Pictures by DateIn list by date mode, pictures taken on a specified date can be displayed. In full-frame playback mode, just

59Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackUsing List by Date ModeThe following operations are possible from the date selection screen.B Notes on List

60Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackList by Date MenusPress the d button in list by date mode to display the following menus for only the pictur

61MoviesMoviesRecording MoviesTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below.1 Enter

62MoviesThe Movie MenuMovie options and Autofocus mode (A 62) settings can be changed in the movie menu. Press the d button in movie mode to display t

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 RecordingB Voice RecordingsThe files transferred to a computer can be played back using Qui

66Voice RecordingsPlaying Voice Recordings1 Enter sound file playback mode by pressing the e button in playback mode, selecting E (use the rotary mult

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

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 ComputerUse the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer, and copy (

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

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 a Card ReaderThe pictures stored on the memory card inserted into

74Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 133) 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 the k button.7 Printing starts.Monitor displ

viiTable of ContentsFor Your Safety...

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

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 contains

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 MenusG MeteringChoose how the camera meters exposure.B Note on MeteringWhen digital