Nikon S6200 User Manual

2011No 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

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

84Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesC Movie Options and Maximum Movie LengthAll figures are approximate. The maximum movie length may v

85Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesChanging Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu)The following settings can be changed.Enter shoot

86Recording and Playing Back MoviesPlaying Back MoviesPress the c button to enter playback mode.Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A 85).

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

88General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThe Setup MenuThe following settings can be changed in the setup menu by selecting the z tab.Press the d but

89The Setup MenuGeneral Camera SetupMotion detectionWhen set to Auto (default setting), if the camera detects camera shake or subject movement at the

90The Setup MenuGeneral Camera SetupCharge by computerWhen set to Auto (default setting), you can charge the camera’s battery by connecting the camera

E1Reference SectionE Reference SectionThe Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.ShootingUsing Panorama Assi

E2Reference SectionReference SectionUsing Panorama AssistThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for the best resul

E3Using Panorama AssistReference Section5 Press the k button when shooting is complete.• The camera returns to step 2.7 5 77572 9 m 0 s29m 0sEndEndEn

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

E4Reference SectionFavorite Pictures ModeAfter shooting, you can add your favorite still images to albums; there are nine albums available. After you

E5Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionPlaying Back Images in AlbumsIf you select h Favorite pictures mode when changing the playback mode (A 72), t

E6Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionChanging the Favorites Album IconFrom the album selection screen (E5), select an album and press the d button

E7Reference SectionAuto Sort ModeImages are automatically sorted in to categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies.If you select F Auto sort

E8Auto 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 9

E9Reference SectionList by Date ModeIf you select C List by date mode when changing the playback mode (A 72), the shooting date selection screen is di

E10Reference SectionEditing Still ImagesEditing FeaturesUse the COOLPIX S6200 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E77). The edit

E11Editing Still ImagesReference SectionC Restrictions on Image EditingWhen an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check th

E12Editing Still ImagesReference Sectionk Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationQuick retouch can be used to easily create retouched copies

E13Editing Still ImagesReference SectionI D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and ContrastD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightnes

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

E14Editing Still ImagesReference Sectione Skin Softening: Softening Skin TonesThe camera detects faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial

E15Editing Still ImagesReference SectionB Notes About Skin SofteningDepending upon the direction in which faces are looking, or the brightness of face

E16Editing Still ImagesReference Sectionp Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter EffectsDigital filter effects can be used to apply a variety of effe

E17Editing Still ImagesReference Section4 Adjust the effect.• Soft: Press H or I to select the range of the effect and press the k button.• Selective

E18Editing Still ImagesReference Sectiong Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an ImageCreate a small copy of the current image. This feature is useful

E19Editing Still ImagesReference Sectiona Crop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is disp

E20Editing Still ImagesReference SectionC Image SizeAs the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced.Wh

E21Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)Connect the camera to a TV to play back images or movies back on the TV. If

E22Connecting 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

E23Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Users of PictBridge-compatible (F18) printers can connect the camera directly to

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E24Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer.• C

E25Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference SectionB If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is not DisplayedTurn the camera off and discon

E26Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference SectionPrinting Individual ImagesAfter properly connecting the camera to the printer (E2

E27Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section6 Select Start print and press the k button.7 Printing begins.• Monitor display r

E28Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section4 Select Print selection, Print all images, or DPOF printing and press the k butt

E29Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section5 Printing begins.• Monitor display returns to the print menu shown in step 2 whe

E30Reference SectionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 63) for information about Image mode.White Ba

E31The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionUsing Preset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sourc

E32The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionContinuous ShootingChange settings to continuous or BSS (best shot selector).The current cont

E33The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionISO SensitivityWhen ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures.H

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E34The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionColor OptionsMake colors more vivid or save images in monochrome.The current color options se

E35The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionAF Area ModeUse this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.

E36The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference Sectiony CenterThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.The focus area is always

E37The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSelect how the camera focuses when using subject tracking mode.Select A (auto)

E38Reference SectionThe Smart Portrait Menu• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 63) for information about Image mode.Skin SofteningEnable s

E39The Smart Portrait MenuReference SectionBlink ProofThe camera automatically releases the shutter twice each time a picture is taken. Of the two sho

E40Reference SectionThe Subject Tracking Menu• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 63) for information about Image mode.Autofocus ModeDeterm

E41Reference SectionThe Playback Menu• See “Editing Still Images” (E10) for information about image editing features.a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Pr

E42The Playback MenuReference Section3 Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each.• Rotate the multi selector, or press J

E43The Playback MenuReference SectionB Notes About Print OrderWhen a print order is created in favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode, or list by date

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E44The Playback MenuReference SectionB Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting InformationWhen the Date and Info settings are enabled in the p

E45The Playback MenuReference Sectionb Slide ShowPlay back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide

E46The Playback MenuReference Sectiond ProtectProtects selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protection for prev

E47The Playback MenuReference SectionThe Image Selection ScreenWhen using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is disp

E48The Playback MenuReference Sectionf Rotate ImageSpecify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be ro

E49The Playback MenuReference SectionE Voice MemoUse the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images.When you select an image with a voice me

E50The Playback MenuReference SectionDeleting Voice MemosPress the l button while the screen described in “Playing Voice Memos” is displayed.When the

E51The Playback MenuReference Sectionh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card.1

E52Reference SectionThe Movie MenuMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record.Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean greater ima

E53The Movie MenuReference SectionAutofocus ModeSelect how the camera focuses in movie mode.Wind Noise ReductionAllows you to reduce wind noise during

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E54Reference SectionThe Setup MenuWelcome ScreenSelect whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.d button M z tab M We

E55The Setup MenuReference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Selecting the Travel Destination Time Zone1 Use the multi selector to select

E56The Setup MenuReference Section3 Press K.• The travel destination screen is displayed.4 Press J or K to select the travel destination time zone.• I

E57The Setup MenuReference SectionC Time ZonesThe camera supports the time zones listed below.For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock to

E58The Setup MenuReference SectionMonitor SettingsSet the options below.d button M z tab M Monitor settingsOption DescriptionPhoto infoSelect informat

E59The Setup MenuReference SectionPhoto InfoSelect whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor.See “The Monitor” (A 6) for inform

E60The Setup MenuReference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time)Allows you to imprint the shooting date and time on images at the time of shoot

E61The Setup MenuReference SectionVibration ReductionReduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Vibration reduction effectively reduces blur,

E62The Setup MenuReference SectionMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting sti

E63The Setup MenuReference SectionAF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit.Di

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

E64The Setup MenuReference SectionSound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.d button M z tab M Sound settingsOption DescriptionButton soundSel

E65The Setup MenuReference SectionAuto OffIf no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters s

E66The Setup MenuReference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memo

E67The Setup MenuReference SectionLanguageSelect one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages.d button M z tab M LanguageCzech Russian

E68The Setup MenuReference SectionTV SettingsAdjust settings for connection to a TV.d button M z tab M TV settingsOption DescriptionVideo mode Select

E69The Setup MenuReference SectionCharge by ComputerSelect whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connected

E70The Setup MenuReference SectionC The Charge LampThe following chart explains charge lamp status when the camera is connected to a computer.Charge l

E71The Setup MenuReference SectionBlink WarningSelect whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A 67) w

E72The Setup MenuReference SectionThe Blink Warning ScreenWhen the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor, the opera

E73The Setup MenuReference SectionFilmstripAllows you to select whether or not the filmstrip is displayed when you rotate the multi selector quickly i

2Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the CameraThe Camera Body1236749115810Lens cover closed1 Shu

E74The Setup MenuReference SectionReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.Basic Shooting Funct

E75The Setup MenuReference SectionSmart Portrait MenuSubject Tracking MenuMovie MenuSetup MenuOption Default valueSkin softening (E38) NormalSmile ti

E76The Setup MenuReference SectionOthers• Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E77) from memory. Numbering will continue from the

E77Reference SectionFile and Folder NamesImages, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.• Files are saved in folders named with a f

E78Reference SectionOptional Accessories1Included with the camera at the time of purchase (A ii).2When using in other countries, use a plug adapter (c

E79Reference SectionError MessagesDisplay Problem SolutionAO (blinks) Clock not set. Set date and time. E55NBattery exhausted.Battery exhausted. Charg

E80Error MessagesReference SectionuOut of memory.Memory card is full.• Select smaller image size.• Delete images.• Insert new memory card.• Remove mem

E81Error MessagesReference SectionNMemory contains no images.No images in the internal memory or memory card.• Remove the memory card from the camera

E82Error MessagesReference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.System errorQError has occur

Technical Notes and IndexF1Technical Notes and IndexCaring for the Product...F2The Camera...

3Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic Operations12346578910111213151617141Charge lamp...17, E69Flash lamp

Technical Notes and IndexF2Technical Notes and IndexCaring for the ProductThe CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the f

F3Caring for the ProductTechnical Notes and IndexB Notes About the Monitor• The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not li

F4Caring for the ProductTechnical Notes and IndexThe Battery• Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge the battery if nec

F5Caring for the ProductTechnical Notes and IndexCharging AC Adapter• The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for use only with compatible devices. Do not u

Technical Notes and IndexF6Cleaning and StorageCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in

Technical Notes and IndexF7TroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your

F8TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexMonitor is blank.• Camera is off.• Standby mode for saving power: press the power switch, the shutter-releas

F9TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexCharacteristics of Digital CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor

F10TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexImages are blurred.• Use flash.• Increase the ISO sensitivity value.• Enable vibration reduction or motion

F11TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexPlayback IssuesRandomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in image.The subject is dark, so shutter spee

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

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

F12TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexCannot zoom in on image.• Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures, or images that have bee

F13TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexThe saved images are not displayed in auto sort mode.• The desired image was sorted to a category other tha

Technical Notes and IndexF14SpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S6200 Digital CameraTypeCompact digital cameraEffective pixels16.0 millionImage sensor1/2.3-in

F15SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexImage size(pixels)• 16M (High) [4608 × 3456P]• 16M [4608 × 3456]• 12M [4000 × 3000]• 8M [3264 × 2448]• 5M [2

F16SpecificationsTechnical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-

F17SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12Charging AC Adapter EH-69PType Rechargeable lithium-ion batteryRated capa

F18SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera

Technical Notes and IndexF19IndexSymbolsR E3b (e movie-record) button 4, 5g (Tele) 27f (Wide) 27k Apply selection button 5, 9A Auto mode 20, 24, 36F A

F20IndexTechnical Notes and IndexDate and time 22, 88, E55Date format 22, E55Daylight E30Daylight saving time 23, 88, E56Delete 32, E50Digital zoom 27

IndexTechnical Notes and IndexF21MOV E77Movie length 84Movie menu 85Movie options 85, E52Movie playback 86Movie recording 82, E52Multi selector 4, 5,

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

F22IndexTechnical Notes and IndexSpecial effects mode 47Sports d 41SSCN E77Standard color 37, E34Strap 12Subject tracking menu 53, E40Subject tracking

2011No 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

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 OperationsPlayback Mode1 m 0s1m 0s9 9 9 / 99 9999/ 9991 m 0s1m 0s9 9 9 9/ 9 99 99999/99999 9

8Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsBasic OperationsSwitching Between Shooting Mode and Playback ModeThe camera has two modes of operation: Shoot

9Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsUsing the Rotary Multi SelectorRotate the rotary multi selector, press its upper (H), lower (

10Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsUsing Menus (the d Button)If you press the d button while the shooting screen or playback sc

11Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsSwitching Between TabsSelecting Menu ItemsImage modeWhite balanceContinuousShooting menuISO

12Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsAttaching the Camera Strap

13The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparationPreparation 1 Insert the Battery ...

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

14The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 1 Insert the Battery1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot co

15Preparation 1 Insert the BatteryThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and th

16The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 2 Charge the Battery1 Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-69P.If a plug adapter* is included

17Preparation 2 Charge the BatteryThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Charge LampStatus DescriptionBlinks slowly (green) The battery is charging.Of

18The 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

19Preparation 3 Insert a Memory CardThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving Memory CardsTurn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and

20The 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

21Step 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

22Step 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

23Step 1 Turn the Camera OnThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackDaylight Saving TimeIf daylight saving time is in effect, press the multi selector H to

iiIntroductionIntroductionRead This FirstThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S6200 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the inf

24The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 2 Select a Shooting Mode1 Press the A button.• The shooting-mode selection menu which allows you to select t

25Step 2 Select a Shooting ModeThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackAvailable Shooting ModesA Auto mode A 36Used for general shooting. Settings can be a

26The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 3 Frame a Picture1 Hold the camera steady.• Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away fro

27Step 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

28The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 4 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you feel

29Step 4 Focus and ShootThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackB Notes About Saving Images• While images are being saved, the Number of Exposures Remainin

30The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 5 Play Back Images1 Press the c (playback) button.• When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, the

31Step 5 Play Back ImagesThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackChanging How Images Are DisplayedWhen using playback mode, you can change how images are d

32The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 6 Delete Unwanted Images1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.2 Press

33Step 6 Delete Unwanted ImagesThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Press the multi selector J or K to selec

iiiRead This FirstIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 13).To l

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

36Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesA (Auto) ModeUsed for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 37) to suit the shooting

37A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesOptions Available in the Auto Shooting MenuWhen using A (auto) mode, the following settings can be changed.Select A (a

38A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesAutofocus modeWhen Single AF is selected, the camera focuses only while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

39Shooting FeaturesScene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for

40Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesCharacteristics of Each Scenex Scene auto selectorThe camera automatically selects the optimu

41Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresd SportsUse this mode when shooting sporting events. The camera captures a series of still im

42Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesZ BeachCaptures the brightness of such subjects as beaches or sunlit expanses of water.• The

43Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresk Close-upUse this mode to photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close rang

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

44Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresl MuseumUse indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example, in museums and art ga

45Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresp Panorama assistUse this setting to capture a series of images that will be connected using

46Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesO Pet portraitUse this mode when taking pictures of dogs or cats. When the camera detects the

47Shooting FeaturesSpecial Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)Effects can be applied to images during shooting.* The icon of the last effect

48Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)Shooting FeaturesChanging Special Effects Mode Settings• Features That Can Be Set Using the Mul

49Shooting FeaturesSmart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pr

50Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesChanging Smart Portrait Mode Settings• Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selecto

51Shooting FeaturesSubject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)Use this mode to focus on a subject that is moving when taking pictures.When yo

52Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)Shooting FeaturesChanging Subject Tracking Mode Settings• Features That Can Be Set Using the Mul

53Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)Shooting FeaturesOptions Available in the Subject Tracking MenuWhen using s subject tracking mod

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

54Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Face Priority Tracking• Only one subject can be tracked. If the c

55Shooting 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

56Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing the Flash (Flash Modes)You can set the flash mode to match the shooting cond

57Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesUAutoThe flash fires automatically when lighting is dim.VAuto

58Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shu

59Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing Macro ModeWhen using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as

60Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)By adjusting exposure compensation whe

61Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesDefault SettingsDefault settings for each shooting mode are described below.• Info

62Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesDefault settings for scene mode are described below.1U (auto) and W (off) can be s

63Shooting FeaturesChanging the Image Size (Image Mode)You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image size

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

64Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)Shooting FeaturesC Number of Images That Can Be SavedThe following table lists the approximate number of images

65Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslySome shooting settings cannot be used with other functions.Restricted functionOption Des

66Features That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyShooting FeaturesShutter sound Continuous (A 37)When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, the s

67Shooting FeaturesUsing Face DetectionIn the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If the c

68Using Face DetectionShooting FeaturesB Viewing Images That Were Captured Using Face Detection• During playback, the camera automatically rotates ima

69Shooting FeaturesUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released when using one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more hum

70Shooting FeaturesFocus LockYou can use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode.The following procedure d

71Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesThis chapter describes how to select certain types of images for playback as well as some of the features availabl

72Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesSelecting Certain Types of Images for PlaybackYou can change the playback mode according to the type of images you

73Playback FeaturesFeatures Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you

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

74Playback FeaturesConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to

75Playback FeaturesUsing ViewNX 2ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images.Install ViewNX

76Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.• If the desired language is not

77Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one of the following met

78Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Transfer images to the computer.• Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed in t

79Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesRetouching PhotographsClick Edit in the ViewNX 2 toolbar.Image editing functions include tone compensation, sharpness

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81Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button.In playback

82Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesRecording MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) bu

83Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesB Notes About Movie Recording• Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recomm