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viiiFor Your SafetyIntroduction• Do not handle the plug or Charging AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in elec

82Displaying Pictures with the ProjectorUsing the ProjectorC Auto Off with ProjectionWhen no operations are performed during projection, the camera en

83Displaying Pictures with the ProjectorUsing the ProjectorProjector ControlsWhen projecting images stored in the camera’s internal memory or on a mem

84Displaying Pictures with the ProjectorUsing the Projector(Camera only)Projector cover• Open to project pictures with the built-in projector.• Close

85Displaying Pictures with the ProjectorUsing the ProjectorOperations When Projecting MoviesTo play back a movie, select a movie in full-frame playbac

86Displaying Pictures with the ProjectorUsing the Projectorb Projecting Slide ShowsProject pictures stored in the internal memory or on the memory car

87Displaying Pictures with the ProjectorUsing the Projector7 End or resume the slide show.• The screen shown on the right is displayed when the last f

88Using the ProjectorBasic Projector SettingsWhen using the projector, if you press the d button to display the playback menu or setup menu on the mon

89Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button.In playback

90Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesRecording MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) bu

91Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesB Recording Movies• Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when

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

92Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesB Movie Options and Maximum Recording TimeAll figures are approximate. The maximum recording time m

93Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesChanging Movie Recording Settings (The Movie Menu)The following options can be adjusted.In the shoo

94Recording and Playing Back MoviesMovie Playback1 Press the c (playback) button in playback mode.• Press the multi selector to choose the desired mov

95Movie PlaybackRecording and Playing Back MoviesDelete a Movie FileTo delete movies, press the l button (A 34) in full-frame playback mode (A 32) or

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97General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThis chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu.• See “Using Menus (the

98General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThe Setup MenuThe following settings can be changed in the setup menu by selecting the z tab.Press the d but

99The Setup MenuGeneral Camera SetupPrint dateAllows you to imprint the shooting date and time on pictures at the time of shooting. The default settin

100The Setup MenuGeneral Camera Setup* This setting can be changed when the projector is in operation (A 88).Auto off*Set time before the monitor turn

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

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

E2Reference SectionReference SectionUsing Panorama AssistUse a tripod for the best results. Set Vibration reduction to Off from the setup menu (A 98)

E3Using Panorama AssistReference Section4 Take the next picture.• Frame the next picture so that one third of the frame overlaps the first picture, an

E4Reference SectionFavorite Pictures ModeYou can sort your favorite pictures into nine albums (this option is not available for movies). Once they are

E5Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionViewing Pictures in an AlbumIf you select h Favorite pictures mode using the procedure described in “Selectin

E6Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionChanging Icons Assigned to AlbumsFrom the album selection screen (A 70, E 5), select an album and press the d

E7Reference SectionAuto Sort ModePictures are automatically sorted in to categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies. If you choose F Auto s

E8Auto Sort ModeReference SectionB Notes on Auto Sort Mode• Up to 999 pictures and movie files can be sorted to each category in auto sort mode. If 99

E9Reference SectionList by Date ModeIf you select the C List by date using the procedure described in “Switching Between Playback Modes” (A 70), the s

E10Reference SectionEditing Pictures (Still Pictures)Editing FunctionsUse the COOLPIX S1200pj to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate fi

E11Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference SectionC Restrictions on Picture EditingWhen an edited copy is further modified with another editing fun

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E12Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sectionk Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationQuick retouch can be used to easily create reto

E13Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference SectionI D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and ContrastD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhan

E14Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sections Glamour Retouch: Softening Skin and Making Faces Looking Smaller with Larger EyesGlamour retouc

E15Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Section4 Preview the result of the effects and press the k button.• Skin tones in up to 12 faces, in the

E16Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sectionp Filter Effects: Digital FiltersApply a variety of effects using digital filter. Effects indicat

E17Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Section4 Adjust the effect.• Color options: Press H or I to select the color tone, and press the k butto

E18Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sectiong Small Picture: Reducing Image SizeCreate a small copy of the current picture. This feature is u

E19Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference Sectiona Crop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor w

E20Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)Reference SectionC Image SizeAs the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is al

E21Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV)Connect the camera to a television using the Audio Video Cable EG-CP16 (available

xiiTable of ContentsIntroductionShooting Features...

E22Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (F 18) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer an

E23Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference SectionConnecting the Camera to a PrinterWhen transferring pictures to the printer from the camera, sel

E24Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference Section4 The camera is automatically turned on.• When properly connected, the PictBridge startup screen

E25Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference SectionPrinting Pictures One by OneAfter properly connecting the camera to the printer (E 23), follow t

E26Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference Section6 Choose Start print and press the k button.7 Printing begins.• Monitor display returns to the p

E27Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference Section3 Choose the desired paper size and press the k button.• To specify paper size using printer set

E28Connecting the Camera to a PrinterReference Section5 Printing begins.• The monitor display returns to the print menu shown in step 2 when printing

E29Reference SectionProjecting the Computer DisplayThe PC-PJ Transfer software CD-ROM “PC-PJ Transfer” is included with the COOLPIX S1200pj. The “PC-P

E30Projecting the Computer DisplayReference SectionInstalling the PC-PJ Transfer CD1 Turn on the computer and insert the PC-PJ Transfer CD to the CD-R

E31Projecting the Computer DisplayReference SectionProjecting the Computer Display1 Before entering projector mode, display the setup menu with the ca

xiiiTable of ContentsIntroductionUsing the Projector...

E32Projecting the Computer DisplayReference Section5 Start PC-PJ Transfer installed on the computer.• Windows: Choose Start menu > All Programs >

E33Reference SectionProjecting PowerPoint PresentationsSave Microsoft PowerPoint® files in JPEG format, copy them to the memory card, and use the came

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

E35Editing MoviesReference Section6 Select Yes and press the k button.• The edited movie is saved.• To exit without saving, select No.B Notes on Movie

E36Reference SectionSmart Portrait Menu• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 61) for information about Image mode.Skin SofteningEnable skin

E37Reference SectionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 61) for information about Image mode.White Ba

E38The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionPreset ManualThe preset manual option is effective with mixed lighting or to compensate for l

E39The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionContinuousEnable continuous shooting or BSS (best shot selector).At settings other than Singl

E40The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionB Notes on Continuous Shooting• When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, flash is

E41The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionISO SensitivityThe higher the sensitivity, the less light is needed to expose an picture, all

xivTable of ContentsIntroductionConnecting the Camera to a Printer...

E42The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionAF Area ModeUse this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.

E43The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionB Notes on AF Area Mode• When digital zoom is in effect, focus will be on the center of the s

E44The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionUsing Subject TrackingUse this function to take pictures of moving subjects. When a subject i

E45The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionAutofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses.C Autofocus Mode for Movie RecordingAutofocus mod

E46Reference SectionThe Playback MenuSee “Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)” (E 10) for information about k Quick retouch, I D-Lighting, s Glamour ret

E47The Playback MenuReference Section3 Choose pictures (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each.• Press the multi selector J or K to s

E48The Playback MenuReference SectionB Notes on Print OrderWhen a print order is created in favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode or list by date mod

E49The Playback MenuReference SectionB Notes on Printing Shooting Date and Photo InformationWhen the Date and Info options are enabled in the print or

E50The Playback MenuReference Sectionb Slide ShowPlay back pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card one by one in an automated “slid

E51The Playback MenuReference SectionSlide Show OptionsChoose Effects, Frame intvl, or Background music in step 1 under “b Slide Show” (E 50) to chang

xvTable of ContentsIntroductionSound Settings...

E52The Playback MenuReference Sectiond ProtectProtect selected pictures from accidental deletion.Select pictures to protect or cancel protection for p

E53The Playback MenuReference SectionSelecting PicturesThe picture selection screen like that shown at right is displayed with the following operation

E54The Playback MenuReference Sectionf Rotate ImageSpecify the orientation in which recorded pictures are displayed with playback. Still pictures can

E55The Playback MenuReference SectionE Voice MemoUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures.• When playing back an image

E56The Playback MenuReference SectionDeleting Voice MemosIn voice memo playback screen, press the l button. Press the multi selector H or I to choose

E57The Playback MenuReference Sectionh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.

E58Reference SectionThe Movie MenuMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option for recording movies.Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean

E59The Movie MenuReference SectionMovie LightEnable or disable the movie light, which is used to illuminate dimly lit subjects when recording movies.W

E60Reference SectionThe Setup MenuWelcome ScreenChoose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.d button M z tab M We

E61The Setup MenuReference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Selecting Travel Destination Time Zone1 Use the multi selector to choose Time

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E62The Setup MenuReference Section3 Press K.• The time zone selection screen is displayed.4 Press J or K to choose the travel destination time zone.•

E63The Setup MenuReference SectionC Time ZonesThe camera supports the time zones listed below. For time zone not listed below, set the camera clock to

E64The Setup MenuReference SectionMonitor SettingsSet the options below.* When projecting pictures or movies, the camera cannot be set Image review, o

E65The Setup MenuReference SectionProjector SettingsPower saving mode offers automatic adjustment of projection brightness to save power. Framing grid

E66The Setup MenuReference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the pictures with shooting, allo

E67The Setup MenuReference SectionVibration ReductionSelect the vibration reduction option for shooting.Vibration reduction reduces blur, caused by sl

E68The Setup MenuReference SectionMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting sti

E69The Setup MenuReference SectionAF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illumination, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is poorly lit.

E70The Setup MenuReference SectionSound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.B Notes on Sound Settings• In Pet portrait scene mode, button and

E71The Setup MenuReference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memo

1Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationParts of the Camera and Basic OperationThis chapter describes the parts of the camera and the information disp

E72The Setup MenuReference SectionLanguageChoose one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages.d button M z tab M LanguageCzech Russian

E73The Setup MenuReference SectionInterfaceAdjust settings necessary for connection to computer or television.Charge by ComputerChoose whether or not

E74The Setup MenuReference SectionB Notes on Charging with Connection to a Computer• The battery cannot be charged, nor can data be transferred, when

E75The Setup MenuReference SectionBlink WarningSpecify whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked when shooting with face dete

E76The Setup MenuReference SectionOperating the Blink Warning ScreenWhen the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor,

E77The Setup MenuReference SectionReset AllWhen Yes is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.Basic Shooting Functio

E78The Setup MenuReference SectionMovie MenuSetup MenuOption Default valueMovie options (E 58) n HD 720p (1280×720)Autofocus mode (E 58) Single AFMov

E79The Setup MenuReference SectionOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (E 80) from memory. Numbering will continue from the

E80Reference SectionImage/Sound File and Folder NamesPictures, movies or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.• Files are stored in folders

E81Reference SectionOptional Accessories1Included with the camera at the time of purchase (➝ A ii). 2When using in other countries, use a plug adapter

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

2Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationParts of the Camera and Basic OperationParts of the CameraThe Camera Body111315161234567981014 12Lens cover cl

E82Reference SectionError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions f

E83Error MessagesReference SectionPThis card cannot be used.Error accessing memory card.• Use approved card.• Check that connectors are clean.• Confir

E84Error MessagesReference SectionuA blink was detected in the picture just taken.One or more portrait subjects may have blinked when the picture was

E85Error MessagesReference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.NTravel destination is in th

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F1Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexMaximizing Camera Life and Performance ... F 2Memory Cards...

F2Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexMaximizing Camera Life and PerformanceTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceF3Technical Notes and IndexC The Battery• Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceF4Technical Notes and IndexMemory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A 21

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceF5Technical Notes and IndexCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the came

3Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic Operation810117965321419 18 1716 15 14 13121Charge lamp... 19, E 74Fl

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

TroubleshootingF7Technical Notes and IndexMonitor is blank.• Camera is off.• Battery is exhausted.• Standby mode for saving power. Press the power swi

TroubleshootingF8Technical Notes and IndexElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor a

TroubleshootingF9Technical Notes and IndexShootingProblem Cause/Solution ANo picture taken when shutter-release button is pressed.• When camera is in

TroubleshootingF10Technical Notes and IndexDigital zoom cannot be used.• Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu.• Digital zoom is not available

TroubleshootingF11Technical Notes and IndexPictures are too dark (underexposed).• The flash mode is set to W (off).• Flash window is blocked.• Subject

TroubleshootingF12Technical Notes and IndexPlaybackProblem Cause/Solution AFile cannot be played back.• File or folder was overwritten or renamed by c

TroubleshootingF13Technical Notes and IndexThe recorded pictures are not displayed in auto sort mode.• The desired picture was sorted to a category ot

TroubleshootingF14Technical Notes and IndexCannot select paper size with camera.Paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the following situati

F15Technical Notes and IndexSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S1200pj Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 14.1 millionImage sensor1/2.

4Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationRemote Control ML-L5 (Available Separately)The remote control can be used for shooting (A

SpecificationsF16Technical Notes and IndexISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)• ISO 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400• Auto (auto gain

SpecificationsF17Technical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-

SpecificationsF18Technical Notes and IndexRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12Charging AC Adapter EH-69PB SpecificationsNikon will not be held liable f

F19Technical Notes and IndexIndexSymbolsG Easy auto 22, 26, 38b Scene mode 39D Special effects mode 46F Smart portrait mode 47A Auto mode 50c Playback

IndexF20Technical Notes and IndexCross screen E16Cyanotype E16DDate and time 24, E61Date format 24, E61Daylight E37Daylight saving time 25, 98, E62Del

IndexF21Technical Notes and IndexMonitor 3, 8, F5Monitor settings 88, 98, E64Motion detection 99, E68MOV E80Movie editing E34Movie light 93, E59Movie

IndexF22Technical Notes and IndexSkin softening 49, 67, E36Slide show 71, 86, 88, E50Slow sync 55Small picture 71, E18Smart portrait menu 49, E36Smart

IndexF23Technical Notes and Index

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

5Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationReplacing the Remote Control BatteryAttaching the Camera Strap123Push the tab in the direct

6Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationCamera Controls Used When ShootingControl Name Main function AShooting mode button Changes

7Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationCamera Controls Used When Playing Back or Projecting PicturesControl Name Main function APl

8Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationThe MonitorThe information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback ch

9Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationPlayback Mode1 m 0 s1 m 0s9 9 9 / 9 9 9999/ 9991 m 0 s1 m 0s9 9 9 9 / 9 9 9 999

10Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationBasic OperationsSwitching Between Shooting Mode and Playback ModeThe camera has two modes of operation: Shoot

11Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationUsing the Multi SelectorOperate by pressing the multi selector up (H), down (I), left (J), or

iIntroductionParts of the Camera and Basic OperationBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesUsing the ProjectorRecordin

12Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationUsing Menus (the d Button)If you press the d button while the shooting screen or playback scr

13Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationSwitching Between TabsSelecting ItemsC When the Menu Contains Two or More PagesThe scroll bar

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15Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparationPreparation 1 Inserting the Battery ...

16Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 1 Inserting the Battery1 Slide the battery-chamber/memory card

17Preparation 1 Inserting the BatteryBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the BatteryBe sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turn

18Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 2 Charging the Battery1 Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-69P.• If a plug adapter* is inc

19Preparation 2 Charging the BatteryBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackUnderstanding the Charge LampB Note on Charging AC AdapterBe sure to read and

20Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 3 Insert a Memory Card1 Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery

21Preparation 3 Insert a Memory CardBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackRemoving Memory CardsBe sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turn

iiIntroductionIntroductionRead This FirstThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S1200pj digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the i

22Basic Steps for 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

23Step 1 Turn the Camera OnBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackTurning the Camera On and Off• When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green)

24Step 1 Turn the Camera OnBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the fi

25Step 1 Turn the Camera OnBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackDaylight Saving TimeIf daylight saving time is in effect, press H to enable the daylig

26Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 2 Select a Shooting Mode1 Press the A button.• The shooting-mode selection menu which allows you to select

27Step 2 Select a Shooting ModeBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackAvailable Shooting ModesC Features That Are Available in Each Shooting Mode• Selec

28Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 3 Frame a Picture1 Hold the camera steadily in both hands.• Keep fingers and other objects away from the l

29Step 3 Frame a PictureBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackUsing the ZoomUse the zoom control to activate optical zoom. • Rotate the zoom control to

30Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 4 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you fee

31Step 4 Focus and ShootBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackB During Recording• While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remaining

iiiRead This FirstIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback” (A 15).To

32Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 5 Play Back Pictures1 Press the c (playback) button.• The camera enters playback mode, and the last pictur

33Step 5 Play Back PicturesBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackChanging How Pictures Are DisplayedWhen using playback mode, you can change how pictur

34Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 6 Delete Unwanted Pictures1 Press the l button to delete the picture currently displayed in the monitor.2

35Step 6 Delete Unwanted PicturesBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Press the multi selector J or K to c

36Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackTaking Pictures with the Remote Control (Available Separately)Use the remote control ML-L5 (available separatel

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

38Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesG (Easy Auto Mode)When you frame a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene, allowing you to ea

39Shooting FeaturesScene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type.The following scene

40Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesScene Mode and FeaturesUse of a tripod is recommended in scene modes with which O is indicate

41Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featurese Night portraitUse this mode for portraits taken at sunset or at night.• The camera detects

ivRead This FirstIntroduction• The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of buttons or messages displayed on a computer m

42Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesUse of a tripod is recommended in scene modes with which O is indicated. Set Vibration reduct

43Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresu FoodUse when taking pictures of food.• Macro mode (A 57) is enabled and the camera automati

44Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresn Black and white copyProvides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or in prin

45Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesO Pet portraitUse this mode for taking portraits of pets (dogs or cats). When the camera dete

46Shooting FeaturesSpecial Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)Effects can be applied to pictures during shooting.* The icon of the special e

47Shooting FeaturesSmart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)When human smiles are detected, the camera automatically releases the shutter without y

48Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesB Notes on Smart Portrait Mode• Digital zoom is not available.• Under some shooting con

49Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesChanging Smart Portrait Mode Settings• Features that can be set using the multi selecto

50Shooting FeaturesUsing A (Auto) ModeA (auto) mode is useful for general photography, and it allows you to customize a variety of settings to suit th

51Using A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesShooting Menu Options in A (Auto) ModeIn A (auto) mode, the following options can be changed.In the A (Auto) mod

vRead This FirstIntroductionAbout the Manuals• No part of the documentation included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, st

52Using A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesC Functions That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyThere are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled (A 6

53Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorThe following shooting functions can be set by pressing the multi selector H (m),

54Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing the Flash (Flash Modes)The flash mode can be set to match the shooting condi

55Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesC The Flash Mode Setting• The default flash mode setting vari

56Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer

57Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing Macro ModeWhen using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as

58Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)Exposure compensation is used to alter

59Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesDefault SettingsThe default settings for each function in each shooting mode are d

60Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesThe default settings for each function in scene mode are described below.1Cannot b

61Shooting 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

62Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)Shooting FeaturesC Image Mode• Change made to this setting applies to all shooting modes.• There are functions w

63Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Cannot Be Applied SimultaneouslySome shooting settings cannot be used with other functions.Restricted functionSetting

64Features That Cannot Be Applied SimultaneouslyShooting FeaturesB Notes on Digital Zoom• Digital zoom cannot be used with some settings and shooting

65Shooting FeaturesFace DetectionWhen the camera is pointed at a human face in the shooting modes listed below, the camera automatically detects the f

66Face DetectionShooting FeaturesB Notes on Face Detection Function• The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including w

67Shooting FeaturesSkin SofteningIn the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects up to three human faces when the shutter is released, and proc

68Shooting FeaturesFocus LockUse focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode. To focus on off-center subjects

69Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesThis chapter describes how to select certain types of pictures for playback as well as some of the features availa

70Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesSelecting Certain Types of Pictures for PlaybackYou can change the playback mode according to the type of pictures

71Playback FeaturesFunctions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)When viewing pictures in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, y

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

72Playback FeaturesConnecting the Camera to a Television, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the ca

73Playback FeaturesUsing ViewNX 2ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images.Install ViewNX

74Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.• If the desired language is not

75Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesTransferring Images to the ComputerWhen transferring pictures to the computer from the camera, select the Interface s

76Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Transfer images to the computer.• Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed in t

77Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesRetouching PhotographsClick Edit in the ViewNX 2 toolbar.Image editing functions include tone compensation, sharpness

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79Using the ProjectorUsing the ProjectorThe COOLPIX S1200pj is equipped with a built-in projector. The ability to project pictures and movies with sim

80Using the ProjectorUsing the ProjectorDisplaying Pictures with the ProjectorProjecting Pictures1 Place the camera.• Place the camera on a stable and

81Displaying Pictures with the ProjectorUsing the ProjectorB Notes on Using the Projector• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the projector o