Nikon S700 User Manual

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viiiTable of ContentsB High-Sensitivity Shooting Mode... 33Sh

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

89Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusF Color OptionsMake colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome.The effe

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

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

92Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting with Face PriorityWhen [Face priority] is selected for [AF area mode],

93Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusQ Distortion ControlSpecify whether or not the distortion is corrected. Enablin

94Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusContinuousSelecting [Multi-shot 16] for [Continuous] changes image mode setting

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

96Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSelecting Multiple PicturesThe screen shown at right will be displayed in the m

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

ixTable of ContentsE Voice Recordings...

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

99Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Select an o

100Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options. aMenusA 101Choose how menus are

101Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup MenuFirst, display the playback-mode or shooting-mode sele

102Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc Welcome ScreenYou can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the came

103Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusd DateSet the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones.Se

104Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menus3 Press K.The new city time zone menu is displayed.4 Choose the travel destinat

105Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Time Zones (A 17)The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time di

106Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menuse Monitor SettingsChoose whether or not to display information in the monitor,

107Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusf Date ImprintDate and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures. This inf

xTable of ContentsBasic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu... 100Display

108Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDate CounterPictures shot while this option is in effect are imprinted with the

109Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusg Vibration ReductionEnable or disable vibration reduction for shooting still p

110Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusu Digital ZoomEnable or disable digital zoom.B Notes on Digital Zoom• When digi

111Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusk Auto OffIf no operations are performed for the selected length of time, the m

112Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusn LanguageChoose one of 23 languages for display of camera menus and messages.o

113Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusScene ModeMovie MenuShooting MenuOption Default valueScene menu (A 34) Portrait

114Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSetup MenuOthers• Choosing [Reset all] also clears the current file number (A 1

115Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesApproved Memory CardsThe following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOL

116Technical NotesImage/Sound File and Folder NamesPictures, movies, voice memos and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows.• Files are s

117Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing th

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S700 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjo

118Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesB The Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LEDThe light-emitting diode (LED; A 4, 30, 109) used in the self-ti

119Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Ch

120Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for

121Error MessagesTechnical NotesPImage cannot be saved.Error occurred while recording picture.Format internal memory or memory card.111Camera has run

122Error MessagesTechnical NotesNAll images are hidden.Date and time are not set for pictures to be displayed in calendar mode or list by date mode.––

123Error MessagesTechnical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.PRPrinter error. Check printer

124Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer

125TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

126TroubleshootingTechnical NotesDigital zoom cannot be used. [Digital zoom] is set to [Off] in the setup menu.Digital zoom is not available in the fo

127TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackPictures are too bright (overexposed).Adjust exposure compensation. 32Unexpected results when flash set to V

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

128TroubleshootingTechnical NotesCannot use D-Lighting, crop, or small picture options.• These options cannot be used with movies, and pictures shot w

129Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S700 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 12.1 millionImage sensor 1/1.72-in. CCD;

130SpecificationsTechnical Notes* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life of camera batteries. Measur

131SpecificationsTechnical NotesRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10Battery Charger MH-63Dock Insert PV-17B SpecificationsNikon will not be held liable

132Technical NotesSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure comp

133Technical NotesIndexSymbolsR 41g (tele) 23f (wide) 23i Playback zoom 45, 48h Thumbnail playback 43k (apply selection) button 5, 9E Audio playback m

134IndexTechnical NotesDistortion control 93D-Lighting 46, 47Dock insert 80DPOF 132DPOF print 77DSCN 116Dusk/dawn i 37EElectronic VR 58EN-EL10 12, 14E

135IndexTechnical NotesParty/indoor f 36Photo info 106PictBridge 72, 132Playback 26, 27, 43, 44, 45Playback menu 95Playback mode 26Playback-mode selec

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

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera Body17892 34 5610Lens cover closed1 Shutter-release button...242 Power switch...

5Parts of the CameraIntroduction16 78 9 10 1123 4516151412 131 Monitor...62 Rotary mult

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 movie option.15/11/2007 12:0015/11/2007 12:009999.JPG9999.JPG9999.JPG99999

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

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

9Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Rotary Multi SelectorThis section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes, select menu o

10Basic OperationsIntroductionThe d ButtonPress d to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (A 9)

11Basic OperationsIntroductionHelp DisplaysPress g (j) when M is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currentl

12First StepsFirst StepsCharging the BatteryThe camera uses a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied).Charge the battery with the Battery Charg

13Charging the BatteryFirst Steps3 Unplug the charger.Remove the battery and unplug the charger.B Note on the Battery Charger• Be sure to read and fol

14First StepsInserting the BatteryInsert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied) that has been fullycharged, using the Battery Charger MH-63

15Inserting the BatteryFirst StepsRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp is off before removing the battery.To eje

16First StepsSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power

17Setting Display Language, Date and TimeFirst Steps5 Select your home time zone (A 105) and press k.6 Edit the date.• Rotate the rotary multi selecto

iIntroductionFirst StepsA Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB High-Sensitivity Shooting ModeC Shooting Suited for the Scenec More on PlaybackD

18First StepsInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 52 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory card

19Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsRemoving Memory CardsBefore removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp is off. O

20Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeThis section des

21Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeIndicators Displayed in A (Auto) ModeD Available Function

22Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and o

23Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the ZoomUse the zoom buttons to activate optical zoom. Press f (h) to zoom out,

24Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.When a face looking toward the camera is r

25Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC During RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the O (wait) icon will be displa

26Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesViewing Pictures (Playback Mode)Press c.The last picture shot will be d

27Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC Playback ModeThe following options are available in full-frame playba

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 ModeUsing the FlashThe flash has a range of about 0.3-4.8 m (1-15 ft. 8.9 in.) when the camera is zoomed out al

29Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB Shooting When Lighting Is Poor and the Flash Is Disabled (B) • Use of a tripod is recommen

30Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and three-second timer for self

31Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeMacro ModeMacro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 6 cm (2.4 in.). Note that the flash

32Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera

33High-Sensitivity Shooting ModeHigh-Sensitivity Shooting ModeShooting in the High-Sensitivity Shooting ModeIn high-sensitivity shooting mode, sensiti

34Shooting Suited for the SceneShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in the Scene ModeCamera settings are automatically optimized for the selected sub

35Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneFeatures* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings ca

36Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.2Other settings can be selected.1Fill flash

37Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be sel

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

38Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected. Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject a

39Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.O: For those scene modes wi

40Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.Taking Pictures for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subj

41Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene3 Shoot the first picture.The first picture is displayed in the first third of the monitor.4

42Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneD Panorama MakerInstall Panorama Maker from the supplied Software Suite CD. Transfer pictures

43More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackPress f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) to display pictures in “

44More on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Wheel PlaybackRotating the rotary multi selector while in full-frame playback mode (A 26) will

45More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPressing g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 26) zooms the current picture in 3×, with the c

46More on PlaybackEditing PicturesUse the COOLPIX S700 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 116). The editing features descr

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: CropThis function is only available when u is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (

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

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 calendar mode or list by date mode, pictures shot on a specified date can be displayed. In full-frame pla

52Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackSelecting a Date in List by Date Mode1 Enter list by date mode by pressing e in playback mode, selecting C (

53Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackUsing Calendar Mode and List by Date ModeThe following operations are possible from the date selection scree

54Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackCalendar and List by Date MenusPress d in either mode to display the following menus for only the pictures s

55MoviesMoviesRecording MoviesTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below. Be sur

56MoviesThe Movie Menu[Movie options], [Auto-focus mode] (A 58), and [Electronic VR] (A 58) settings can be changed from the movie menu. Press d in mo

57The Movie MenuMoviesC Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length and Frames* Movies can be as long as free space in the internal memory or on the memory

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

58The Movie MenuMoviesAuto-focus ModeChoose how the camera focuses in movie mode.Electronic VREnable or disable electronic VR for movie recording.At s

59The Movie MenuMoviesTime-Lapse MoviesRecord flowers opening or butterflies emerging from cocoons.1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Movie op

60The Movie MenuMoviesStop-Motion MoviesShoot a number of still pictures, at no specified interval, and join them for recording as a movie. Use to cre

61MoviesMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 26), movies are recognized by the movie mode icons. To play a movie, display it in full-frame pla

62Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsMaking Voice RecordingsAudio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the

63Making Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During Recording* The copied files can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV-compatible

64Voice RecordingsPlaying Voice Recordings1 Enter audio playback mode by pressing e in playback mode, selecting E (use the rotary multi selector), and

65Playing Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During PlaybackUse the zoom buttons to adjust audio playback volume.Playback controls appear at t

66Voice RecordingsCopying Voice RecordingsCopy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This option is available only when a me

67Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televisi

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

68Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerWhen the camera is connected to a computer using the supplied audio video/U

69Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersTransferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer1 Start the computer to wh

70Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading.Click [Start T

71Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersD Using Standard OS Operations to Open Image/Sound Files• Navigate to the f

72Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 132) printers can connect the camera direc

73Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer

74Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersPrinting Pictures One at a TimeAfter connecting the camera to the printer co

75Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers6 Choose [Start print] and press k.7 Printing starts.Monitor display returns

76Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers4 Choose [Print selection], [Print all images] or [DPOF printing] and press

77Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Printing starts.Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2) when pr

viiTable of ContentsFor Your Safety...

78Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe [Print set] option in the playback menu is used to create

79Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo

80Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ImageLink-compatible PrinterSee documentation provided with your printer for inform

81Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe shooting menu and high-sensitivity menu c

82Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusA Image ModePictures shot with a digital camera are recorded as image files. Th

83Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number

84Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB White BalanceThe color of light reflected from an object varies with the colo

85Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusPreset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for lig

86Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC ContinuousChange settings to Continuous or Best Shot Selector (BSS). Flash wi

87Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusInterval Timer PhotographyPictures are shot automatically at specified interval