Nikon COOLPIX-S8100 User Manual Page 1

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88More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomRotating the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 80) enlarges display of the cen

89Taking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomMore on PlaybackImages Captured with Face DetectionWhen zooming in (playback zoom) on an image captured using fac

90More on PlaybackPlaying Back Images by CategoryThe following playback modes can be selected.1 Press the d button in playback mode.The playback menu

91Playing Back Images by CategoryMore on Playback5 Use the rotary multi selector to choose a playback mode.To return to the current playback mode with

92More on PlaybackSorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)Captured images can be added to an album and sorted.After images are added, they can

93Sorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)More on Playback4 Use the rotary multi selector to choose the album to which the images will be adde

94Sorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)More on PlaybackViewing Images in an AlbumWhen using “h favorite pictures mode”, images added to an

95Sorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)More on PlaybackRemoving Images From an AlbumRemove images from an album without deleting the images

96Sorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)More on PlaybackUsing Favorite Pictures ModeThe following operations are available from the list of

97Sorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)More on PlaybackChanging the Album IconsThe design of the album icons can be changed. By changing th

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98Sorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)More on PlaybackB Notes on Album IconsSet the album icons separately for the internal memory and for

99Sorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)More on PlaybackC Adding/Playing Favorite PicturesWhen images are added to an album, they are not mo

100More on PlaybackFinding Images in Auto Sort ModeImages and movies are automatically sorted to any of the following categories with shooting. When “

101Finding Images in Auto Sort ModeMore on Playback3 Use the rotary multi selector to choose a desired category.For information about categories, see

102Finding Images in Auto Sort ModeMore on PlaybackAuto Sort Mode Categories* Images captured in scene auto selector (A 56) are also sorted to the app

103Finding Images in Auto Sort ModeMore on PlaybackOperations in Auto Sort ModeThe following operations are available in the category list screen (A 1

104More on PlaybackViewing Images by Date (List by Date)In “C list by date mode”, only images captured on the same date can be played back.• In full-f

105Viewing Images by Date (List by Date)More on PlaybackB Notes on List by Date Mode• The 9,000 most recent images can be displayed in list by date mo

106Viewing Images by Date (List by Date)More on PlaybackOperations in List by Date ModeThe following operations are available in the list by date scre

107More on PlaybackPlayback Options: Playback MenuThe following options are available in the playback menu.k Quick retouch A 124Easily create retouche

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108Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackDisplaying the Playback MenuPress the c button to enter playback mode (A 80).Press the d button to d

109Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playbacka Print Set (Creating a DPOF Print Order)When printing images saved on the memory card using any of

110Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playback4 Choose images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each.Rotate the rotary multi sel

111Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackB Notes on Print SetWhen a print order is created in favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode, or list

112Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackB Notes on Printing Shooting Date and Photo InformationWhen the Date and Info settings are enabled i

113Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playbackb Slide ShowPlay back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an aut

114Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playbackd ProtectProtect selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protect

115Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackSelecting ImagesWhen using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is d

116Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playbackf Rotate ImageSpecify the orientation in which saved images are displayed with playback. Still image

117Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackE Voice MemoUse the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images.Recording Voice Memos1 Choo

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S8100 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enj

118Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackPlaying Voice MemosImages for which voice memos have been recorded are indicated by p in full-frame

119Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playbackh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images between the internal memory and a m

120Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackB Notes on Copying Images• JPEG-, MOV-, and WAV-format files can be copied. Files saved in any other

121Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackC Sequence Display OptionsChoose the method used to display a series of images shot continuously (se

122Editing ImagesEditing ImagesEditing FunctionsUse the COOLPIX S8100 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (A 185). The editing fu

123Editing FunctionsEditing ImagesC Restrictions on Image EditingWhen an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the foll

124Editing ImagesImage Editingk Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationQuick retouch can be used to easily create retouched copies in which c

125Image EditingEditing ImagesI D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and ContrastD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and cont

126Image EditingEditing Imagese Skin Softening: Softening Skin TonesThe camera detects faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial skin tone

127Image EditingEditing Imagesg Small Picture: (Decreasing Image Size)Create a small copy of the current image. This feature is useful for creating co

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

128Image EditingEditing Imagesa Crop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with

129Movie Recording and PlaybackMovie Recording and PlaybackRecording MoviesHigh-definition movies with sound can be recorded.• The maximum movie lengt

130Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackB Notes on Recording Movies• Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended

131Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackCapturing Still Images While Recording MoviesIf the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while

132Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackChanging Movie Recording SettingsThe following options can be adjusted from the movie menu.D Movie opti

133Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackDisplaying the Movie Menu1 Press the d button in shooting mode.The menu is displayed.If the d button wa

134Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackMovie of Movie Options (Normal Speed Movie Type)Select types for when recording normal speed movies.Lar

135Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackAutofocus ModeSelect the autofocus method used when shooting with Movie options in the shooting menu se

136Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackWind Noise ReductionSelect whether wind noise is reduced when shooting with Movie options in the shooti

137Movie Recording and PlaybackRecording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. The portions of the m

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

138Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)Movie Recording and PlaybackB Notes on HS Movie• Footage recorded for slow motion or fast

139Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)Movie Recording and PlaybackChanging HS Movie Settings (HS Movie Type)Select the type of

140Movie Recording and PlaybackMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 80), movies can be identified by the Movie options icon (A 134). To play a

141Movie Recording and PlaybackEditing MoviesThe desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file.1 Play back the desired movie an

142Editing MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackB Notes on Movie Editing• A movie that was created by editing cannot be trimmed again. To trim another ar

143Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televis

144Connecting to a TVConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers3 Tune the television to the video channel.See the documentation provided with y

145Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerUse the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer and copy (t

146Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersB Notes on Power Source• When connecting the camera to a computer to trans

147Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers4 Start the ViewNX 2 image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” installed o

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera Body21398645107Lens cover closedFlash raised1Zoom control...

148Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersViewNX 2 starts automatically when the transfer is complete (default setti

149Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersC Transferring Images Using a Computer’s Card Slot or a Commercially-avail

150Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersCharging While Connecting to a ComputerWhen the Charge by computer option

151Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 201) printers can connect the camera dire

152Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting the Camera to a Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the print

153Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersPrinting Images One at a TimeAfter properly connecting the camera to the pr

154Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers6 Choose Start print and press the k button.7 Printing begins.Monitor displ

155Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers3 Choose the desired paper size and press the k button.To specify paper siz

156Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Printing begins.Monitor display returns to the screen shown in step 2 whe

157Basic Camera SetupBasic Camera SetupSetup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options.Welcome screen A 159Choose whether or not a welcome scr

5Parts of the CameraIntroduction1271110981312453616 17 18 1915141 Monitor ...6, 232 Rotary mult

158Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupDisplaying the Setup Menu1 Press the d button.The menu is displayed.If the d button was pressed in x (scene auto select

159Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupWelcome ScreenChoose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.d button M z (Setup menu

160Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupDateSet the camera clock.Selecting Travel Destination Time Zone1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose Time zone and

161Setup MenuBasic Camera Setup3 Press K.The travel destination screen is displayed.4 Press J or K to choose the travel destination time zone.If dayli

162Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupD Time ZonesThe camera supports the time zones listed below.For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock to lo

163Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupMonitor SettingsSet the options below.d button M z (Setup menu) (A 158) M Monitor settingsPhoto infoChoose information

164Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupPhoto InfoSelect whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor.See “The Monitor” (A 6) for informati

165Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupDate Imprint (Imprinting Date and Time)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images with shooting, allowin

166Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupVibration ReductionChoose a vibration reduction option for shooting.Vibration reduction effectively reduces blur, cause

167Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupB Notes on Vibration Reduction• Vibration reduction may take a few seconds to activate after the power is turned on, or

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

168Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still

169Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupAF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit.Digit

170Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupSound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.d button M z (Setup menu) (A 158) M Sound settingsButton soundSelect

171Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupAuto OffIf no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters stan

172Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the Internal MemoryT

173Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupLanguageChoose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.TV SettingsAdjust settings for connection t

174Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupCharge by ComputerChoose whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connected to

175Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupBlink WarningSpecify whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A 52) whe

176Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupOperating the Blink Warning ScreenWhen the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor, th

177Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.Basic Shooting Function

7Parts of the CameraIntroductionPlayback1The icon for the selected album or the selected category in auto sort mode in playback mode is displayed.2The

178Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupSubject Tracking MenuContinuous Shooting MenuMovie MenuSetup MenuOption Default valueAutofocus mode (A 72) Full-time AF

179Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupOthers• Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (A 185) from memory. Numbering will continue from the l

180Caring for the CameraCaring for the CameraMaximizing Camera Life and PerformanceTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the fo

181Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceCaring for the CameraC The Battery• Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge the

182Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceCaring for the CameraCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera

183Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexOptional Accessories* When using in other countries, use a plug adapter (commercially available)

184Optional AccessoriesTechnical Notes and IndexApproved Memory CardsThe following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for

185Technical Notes and IndexImage/Sound File and Folder NamesImages, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.• Files are saved in fo

186Technical Notes and IndexError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the sol

187Error MessagesTechnical Notes and IndexPCard is not formatted. Format card?YesNoMemory card has not been formatted for use in COOLPIX S8100.Formatt

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

8IntroductionMain Features of the Operation ControlsControl Name Function1 Power switch Turns the camera on and off (A 17)2 Mode dialShooting mode: ch

188Error MessagesTechnical Notes and IndexNImage cannot be modified.Cannot edit selected image.• Select images that support editing function.• Movies

189Error MessagesTechnical Notes and IndexPMode dial is not in the proper position.The mode dial is not set to the correct position.Rotate the mode di

190Error MessagesTechnical Notes and Index* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.PRPrinter error: fil

191Technical Notes and IndexTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your

192TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor

193TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexShootingProblem Cause/SolutionACannot switch to shooting mode.Disconnect HDMI cable or USB cable.143,146,15

194TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexImage mode not available.• Another function that restricts the Image mode option is enabled.• Available ima

195TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexPlaybackSaving images takes time.It may take more time to save images in the following situations.• When th

196TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexImages not displayed on television.• Video mode or HDMI is not correctly set in the TV settings setup menu.

197TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexImages to be printed are not displayed.• Memory card contains no images. Replace the memory card.• Remove t

9Main Features of the Operation ControlsIntroduction8 Delete buttonShooting mode: deletes the last image captured (A29)Playback mode: deletes images o

198Technical Notes and IndexSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S8100 Digital CameraTypeCompact digital cameraEffective pixels12.1 millionImage sensor1/2.3-in

199SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)• ISO 160, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200• Auto (auto gain from ISO

200SpecificationsTechnical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-

201SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera

202Technical Notes and IndexIndexSymbolsR 69k (apply selection) button 9b (movie-record) button 8g (tele) 25f (wide) 25o Exposure compensation 41A Aut

203IndexTechnical Notes and IndexCreative slider 38Crop 128DDate 18, 160Date imprint 165Daylight 46Daylight saving time 18, 161Delete 29, 84, 118, 140

204IndexTechnical Notes and IndexMicrophone 4Monitor 6, 182Monitor settings 163More on Shooting 42Motion detection 168MOV 185Movie Editing 141Movie me

205IndexTechnical Notes and IndexSpeaker 4Sport continuous 76SSCN 185Strap 11Subject tracking menu 72Subject tracking mode 70Sunset h 63TTelevision 14

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10Main Features of the Operation ControlsIntroductionUsing Camera MenusPress the d button (A 8) to display the menu for the selected mode.Use the rota

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

11Main Features of the Operation ControlsIntroductionSwitching Between TabsThe Shutter-release ButtonThe camera features a two-stage shutter-release b

12First StepsFirst StepsInserting the BatteryInsert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) into the camera.• Charge the battery before the f

13Inserting the BatteryFirst StepsRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off (A 17) and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off be

14First StepsCharging the BatteryCharge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 inserted into the camera, by connecting the supplied Charging

15Charging the BatteryFirst Steps4 Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet.The charge lamp slowly blinks green to indicate that the bat

16Charging the BatteryFirst StepsB Notes on Charging AC Adapter• The Charging AC Adapter EH-68P is for use only with compatible devices. Do not use wi

17Charging the BatteryFirst StepsTurning On and Off the CameraPress the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) will light, and

iIntroductionFirst StepsBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeMore on ShootingMore on PlaybackEditing ImagesMovie Recording and PlaybackConnect

18First StepsSetting Display Language, Date, and TimeWhen the first time the camera is turned on, the language-selection screen and the date and time

19Setting Display Language, Date, and TimeFirst Steps5 Edit the date and time.Select an item: Press K or J (changes between D, M, Y, hour, minute, DMY

20First StepsInserting Memory CardsImage, sound, and movie files are saved in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 102 MB) or on removable Secu

21Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsB Formatting Memory CardsIf the message on the right is displayed when the camera is turned on, the memory card mus

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

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

24Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands. Do not hold the flash

25Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeUsing the ZoomUse the zoom control to activate optical zoom. Rotate the zoom cont

26Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.When the shutter-release button is pre

27Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeB Note on Saving ImagesWhile images are being saved, the number of exposures rema

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: A (Auto) ModeStep 4 Playing Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back Images (Playback Mode)Press the c (playback) button

29Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting ImagesBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeDeleting Unwanted Images1 Press the l button to delete the image

30Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeUsing the FlashThe flash mode can be set to match the shooting conditions.• When ISO sensitivity is set

31Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeSetting the Flash Mode1 Press the rotary multi selector m (flash mode).The flash mode me

32Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeC The Flash LampThe flash lamp indicates flash status when the shutter-release button is

33Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-timerThe self-timer is useful for self-portraits or reducing the effects

34Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeTaking Pictures with the Smile TimerThe camera uses face detection to detect human faces, and then auto

35Taking Pictures with the Smile TimerBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode5 Press the shutter-release button all the way when shooting is com

36Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeMacro ModeMacro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.). Note that the f

37Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, and HueBrightness (exposure compensation), viv

iiiFor Your SafetyObserve caution when handling the batteryThe battery may leak, overheat, or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following pre

38Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, and HueBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeOperating the Creative SliderWhen using

39Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, and HueBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode4 When adjustment is complete, press J

40Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, and HueBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensa

41Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, and HueBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeAdjusting Exposure CompensationWhen usi

42More on ShootingMore on ShootingSelecting a Shooting Mode (Mode Dial)Rotate the mode dial and align an icon to the mark to select one of the followi

43More on ShootingChanging A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)The following options can be set when shooting in A (auto) mode (A 22).Displaying the

44Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on ShootingImage Mode (Image Quality/Image Size)Image mode refers to the combination of image si

45Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on ShootingC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number of im

46Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on ShootingWhite Balance (Adjusting Hue)The color of light reflected from an object varies with

47Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on ShootingPreset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sou

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

48Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on ShootingMeteringThe process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine exposure

49Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on ShootingISO SensitivityWhen ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pi

50Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on ShootingAF Area ModeUse this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for au

51Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on Shootingy CenterThe camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.The focus area i

52Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on ShootingFace DetectionWhen the camera is pointed at a human face, face detection, which the c

53Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on Shooting2 Press the shutter-release button halfway.The camera focuses on the face framed by t

54Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)More on ShootingAutofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses.A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M Autofocus

55More on ShootingShooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)When one of the following scenes is selected using the mode dial or the scene menu, images are

56Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on ShootingShooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)By simply framing a pic

57Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on ShootingB Notes on Scene Auto Selector• Digital zoom is not available.• Depending upon shooting condit

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

58Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on ShootingChoosing a Scene and Shooting (Scene Mode Types and Characteristics)The mode dial can be used

59Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Default setting can be modified.e Night portraitUse this mode for portraits of a human subje

60Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting1When HDR is set to On, the flash mode is fixed at W (off).2Default setting can be modified.R

61Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Default setting can be modified.* Default setting can be modified.y M b PortraitUse this mod

62Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting1Slow sync with red-eye reduction flash mode may be used. The default setting can be modified.

63Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Default setting can be modified.* Default setting can be modified.y M h SunsetPreserves the

64Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Default setting can be modified. Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject a

65Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Default setting can be modified.y M u FoodUse this mode when taking pictures of food.• Macro

66Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Default setting can be modified.y M l MuseumUse indoors where flash photography is prohibite

67Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Default setting can be modified.* Default setting can be modified.y M n CopyProvides clear i

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

68Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on ShootingShooting for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. Use a tri

69Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)More on Shooting5 Press the k button when shooting is complete.The camera returns to step 2.3 232EndEndEndB No

70More on ShootingFocusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode)Use this mode to take pictures of moving subjects. By registering a subject, the

71Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode)More on ShootingB Notes on Subject Tracking Mode• Digital zoom is not available.• Adjust zoom po

72Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode)More on ShootingChanging Subject Tracking Mode SettingsWhile using s (subject tracking) mode (A

73More on ShootingBurst Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)Use this mode to capture the details of a moving subject by shooting a continuous series of

74Burst Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)More on ShootingB Notes on Continuous Shooting Mode• It may take some time to save the images after shootin

75Burst Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)More on ShootingChanging Continuous Shooting Mode SettingsAfter displaying the V (continuous) mode shooting

76Burst Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)More on ShootingOption Descriptionq Pre-shooting cachePre-shooting cache makes it easy to capture perfect m

77Burst Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)More on ShootingISO sensitivity A 49Set the ISO sensitivity to suit the brightness of the subject.AF area m

viiTable of ContentsFor Your Safety...

78More on ShootingCamera Settings that Cannot Be Applied SimultaneouslySome settings in the A (auto) mode and continuous shooting mode menus cannot be

79Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied SimultaneouslyMore on ShootingAF assist Continuous (A 73)When shooting with Pre-shooting cache or Sport conti

80More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackOperations in Full-frame Playback ModePress the c (playback) button in shooting mode to enter playback mode and disp

81Operations in Full-frame Playback ModeMore on PlaybackDelete imageslSelect a deletion method and delete images.When using favorite pictures mode (A

82Operations in Full-frame Playback ModeMore on PlaybackDisplaying the Histogram and Shooting InformationPress the k button in full-frame playback mod

83Operations in Full-frame Playback ModeMore on PlaybackPlaying Images Captured Using Continuous Shooting Mode (Sequence)Each time the following conti

84Operations in Full-frame Playback ModeMore on PlaybackDeleting Images in a SequenceIf images in a sequence are selected and the l button is pressed

85More on PlaybackViewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail PlaybackRotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 80) to display images in

86Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail PlaybackMore on PlaybackC Thumbnail Playback Mode DisplayWhen images marked using Print set (A 109) or Protect (A

87Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail PlaybackMore on PlaybackCalendar DisplayWith playback display of 16 thumbnails (A 85), rotate the zoom control to