Nikon COOLPIX S4400 Manuel d'utilisateur

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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

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 Note on Recording Images and Saving MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exposures remaining

84Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesB Notes About Camera Temperature• The camera temperature may increase significantly when used for a

85Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesChanging Movie Recording Settings (The Movie Menu)The following menu options can be adjusted.On the

86Recording and Playing Back MoviesMovie PlaybackSelect the desired movie in playback mode (A32) and tap R.• Movies can be recognized by R icon displa

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

88General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThe Setup MenuThe following menu options can be changed.Tap the d tab M Tap the z (setup) tab (A11)Option De

89The Setup MenuGeneral Camera Setupg Vibration reductionAllows you to reduce blurring caused by camera shake when shooting. The default setting is On

90The Setup MenuGeneral Camera Setupn Language Choose the language used for camera monitor display. E77o Video modeAdjust video mode settings for conn

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

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

E2Reference SectionReference SectionUsing the Draw OptionWrite a memo or draw an image on the touch panel display and save it as an image. The image i

E3Reference SectionUsing Panorama AssistUse a tripod for the best results. Set Vibration reduction (A89) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod

Reference SectionE4Using Panorama Assist5 Tap H when shooting is complete.• The camera returns to step 2.B Notes About Panorama Assist• Apply or adjus

E5Reference SectionFavorite Pictures ModeYou can sort your favorite pictures into nine albums (this option is not available for movies). Once they are

Reference SectionE6Favorite Pictures ModeViewing Images in an AlbumSelect the album you want to display and tap an album icon to play back images in t

E7Favorite Pictures ModeReference SectionRemoving Images from AlbumsTo remove an image from an album without permanently deleting it, follow the proce

Reference SectionE8Favorite Pictures ModeChanging Icons Assigned to AlbumsThe color and design of icon assigned to an album can be changed to reflect

E9Reference SectionAuto Sort ModeImages are automatically sorted into categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies. Select the category you w

Reference SectionE10Auto Sort ModeB Notes About Auto Sort Mode• Up to 999 images and movie files can be sorted into each category in auto sort mode. I

E11Reference SectionList by Date ModeSelect the date you want to display and tap a date to play back pictures taken on the selected date.• To change t

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

E12Reference SectionEditing Images (Still Images)Editing FunctionsUse the COOLPIX S4400 to edit images in-camera and store them as separate files (E86

E13Editing Images (Still Images)Reference SectionC Restrictions on Image EditingWhen an edited copy is further modified with another editing function,

Reference SectionE14Editing Images (Still Images)U Paint1 Use the I, J, K, and L tools to paint images.• For more information about using each tool, s

E15Editing Images (Still Images)Reference SectionUsing the Paint ToolsWrite and Draw on imagesTap I to write or draw on images.You can change the colo

Reference SectionE16Editing Images (Still Images)Add DecorationsTap K to add a decoration.You can change the decoration type or size using the palette

E17Editing Images (Still Images)Reference Sectionk Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation1 Choose the degree of enhancement and tap I.2 Tap

Reference SectionE18Editing Images (Still Images)I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast1 Tap I.• The original version is shown on the left an

E19Editing Images (Still Images)Reference SectionP Stretch: Stretching Images 1 Tap q or r, or tap or drag the slider at the bottom of the screen to a

Reference SectionE20Editing Images (Still Images)O Perspective Control: Adjusting a Sense of Perspective1 Tap y or z, or tap or drag the slider at the

E21Editing Images (Still Images)Reference Sectioni Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects1 Tap the icon of the desired effect.• While the men

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Reference SectionE22Editing Images (Still Images)2 Adjust the effect.• Color options: Select the color and tap I.• Soft: Tap the area where you want t

E23Editing Images (Still Images)Reference Sectionj Glamour Retouch: Softening Skin and Making Faces Looking Smaller with Larger Eyes1 Tap All or Skin

Reference SectionE24Editing Images (Still Images)g Small Picture: Reducing Image Size1 Tap the desired small copy size control and tap I.• The l 640×4

E25Editing Images (Still Images)Reference Sectiono Crop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when

Reference SectionE26Editing Images (Still Images)C Image SizeAs the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also r

E27Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV)Connect the camera to a television using the Audio/video Cable EG-CP14 (available

Reference SectionE28Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV)Operations with TV ConnectionWhile images are displayed full-frame on the TV, the

E29Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Users of PictBridge-compatible (F16) printers can connect the camera directly to

Reference SectionE30Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Connecting the Camera to a Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer.• C

E31Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference SectionPrinting Images One by OneAfter properly connecting the camera to the printer (E3

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Reference SectionE32Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)5 Tap the desired paper size.• Tap B or C to display additional options.• To spec

E33Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section3 Tap the desired paper size.• Tap B or C to display additional options.• To spec

Reference SectionE34Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)5 Printing begins.• Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2) when print

E35Reference SectionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)• See “A Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A64) for information about A Image mode.q/s/r

Reference SectionE36The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)q Tapping the Monitor to Release the Shutter (Touch Shutter)Tap the desired subject to take a

E37The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionC Shooting Modes That Support Touch ShutterThe touch shutter can be used in A (auto) mode and

Reference SectionE38The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)s Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking)In A (auto) mode (A38), the touch shooting s

E39The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference Section2 Press the shutter-release button to take a picture.• The camera focuses on the focus area w

Reference SectionE40The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)r Tapping the Monitor to Focus (Touch AF/AE)1 Tap the subject on which the camera focuses.• u

E41The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionB Notes About Touch AF/AE• When shooting subjects with which autofocus may not perform as exp

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Reference SectionE42The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)X ISO SensitivityThe higher the sensitivity, the less light is needed to expose an image, all

E43The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionC ContinuousEnable continuous shooting or BSS (Best Shot Selector). B Notes About Continuous

Reference SectionE44The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)W White Balance (Adjusting Hue)The color of light reflected from an object varies with the co

E45The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Reference SectionPreset ManualThe preset manual option is effective with mixed lighting or to compensate for l

Reference SectionE46The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)B Note About Preset ManualA value for flash lighting cannot be measured with Preset manual. W

E47Reference SectionThe Smart Portrait Menu• See “A Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A64) for information about A Image mode.• See “Touch shooti

Reference SectionE48The Smart Portrait Menuy Blink ProofThe camera automatically releases the shutter twice each time an image is taken. Of the two sh

E49Reference SectionThe Playback Menu• See “Favorite Pictures Mode” (E5) for information about h Favorite pictures.• See “Step 6 Delete Unwanted Image

Reference SectionE50The Playback Menu2 The slide show begins.• Tap the monitor to display the operation panel at the bottom of the screen.Tap the icon

E51The Playback MenuReference Sectiond ProtectProtect selected images from accidental deletion. Protected images are recognized by the s icon (A8) in

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Reference SectionE52The Playback MenuProtecting Multiple ImagesMultiple images can be protected at a time.1 Switch to thumbnail playback mode (A33), t

E53The Playback MenuReference Sectiona Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)When printing images stored on the memory card using any of the follow

Reference SectionE54The Playback Menu2 Choose whether or not to print shooting date and photo information.• Tap Date to place w in the checkbox to imp

E55The Playback MenuReference SectionCreating a Print Order for Multiple Images1 Switch to thumbnail playback mode (A33), tap the d tab to display the

Reference SectionE56The Playback MenuCanceling Print Order• To remove a print marking from an image, display an image selected for printing in full-fr

E57The Playback MenuReference Sectionf Rotate ImageSpecify the orientation in which recorded images are displayed during playback. Still images can be

Reference SectionE58The Playback MenuE Voice MemoUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for images.When you select an image with a

E59The Playback MenuReference SectionPlaying Voice Memos• Tap R to play the voice memo.• Tap S to stop playback.• Tap X during playback to adjust play

Reference SectionE60The Playback Menuh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card.1

E61The Playback MenuReference SectionB Notes About Copying images• JPEG-, AVI-, and WAV-format files can be copied. Files recorded in any other format

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E62Reference SectionThe Movie MenuD Movie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record. A larger image size improves the image quality and increas

E63The Movie MenuReference SectionY Wind Noise ReductionSelect whether wind noise is reduced when recording movies.On the shooting screen M Tap the d

E64Reference SectionThe Setup Menuc Welcome ScreenChoose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.Tap the d tab M Tap

E65The Setup MenuReference Sectiond Time Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Selecting Travel Destination Time Zone1 Tap Time zone.2 Tap x Travel destin

Reference SectionE66The Setup Menu3 Tap o.• The time zone selection screen is displayed.4 Tap E or F to choose the travel destination time zone and ta

E67The Setup MenuReference SectionC w Home Time Zone• To switch to the home time zone, tap w Home time zone in step 2.• To change the home time zone,

Reference SectionE68The Setup Menue Monitor SettingsSet the options below.Photo InfoSelect whether or not the photo information is displayed in the mo

E69The Setup MenuReference SectionFraming grid+auto infoA framing grid is displayed as a reference for framing a picture. The grid is not displayed wh

Reference SectionE70The Setup MenuC Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images with shooting, allo

E71The Setup MenuReference Sectiong Vibration Reduction Select the vibration reduction option for shooting.Vibration reduction reduces blur, caused by

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Reference SectionE72The Setup MenuU Motion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting s

E73The Setup MenuReference Sectionh AF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illumination, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit

Reference SectionE74The Setup Menui Sound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.B Note About Sound SettingsIn Pet portrait scene mode, button an

E75The Setup MenuReference Sectionk Auto OffWhen the camera is on and a period of time passes without any operations having been performed, the monito

Reference SectionE76The Setup Menul/m Format Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal

E77The Setup MenuReference Sectionn LanguageChoose one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages.o Video ModeAdjust video mode settings

Reference SectionE78The Setup MenuV Charge by ComputerChoose whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connect

E79The Setup MenuReference SectionC Charge LampThe following chart explains charge lamp status when the camera is connected to a computer.Charge lamp

Reference SectionE80The Setup Menud Blink WarningSpecify whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked when shooting with face de

E81The Setup MenuReference SectionOperating the Blink Warning ScreenWhen the Did someone blink? screen is displayed in the monitor, the operations des

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

Reference SectionE82The Setup Menub Eye-Fi UploadB Notes About Eye-Fi Cards• Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient

E83The Setup MenuReference Sectionp Reset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.Basic Shooting Fun

Reference SectionE84The Setup MenuSmart Portrait ModeMovie MenuSetup MenuOption Default valueSkin softening (E47) NormalBlink proof (E48) OffSmile ti

E85The Setup MenuReference SectionOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (E86) from memory. Numbering will continue from the l

E86Reference SectionFile and Folder NamesImages, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.• Files are stored in folders named with a

E87Reference SectionOptional AccessoriesBattery chargerBattery Charger MH-66 (Charging time when no charge remains: approx. 1 h 50 min)AC adapterAC Ad

E88Reference SectionError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions f

E89Error MessagesReference SectionThis card cannot be used.Error accessing memory card.• Use approved card.• Check that connectors are clean.• Confirm

Reference SectionE90Error MessagesImage cannot be modified.Cannot edit selected image.• Select images that support editing function.• Movies cannot be

E91Error MessagesReference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.No images with this rating f

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2Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the CameraThe Camera Body321589746Lens cover closed1 Shutter

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F1Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexMaximizing Camera Life and Performance ...F2The Camera...

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 Notes on Monitors• Monitors and electronic viewfinders are constructed with extreme

Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceF4Technical Notes and Index• A marked drop in the time a fully-charged battery retains its charge, when used at

F5Technical Notes and IndexCleaning and StorageCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in

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

TroubleshootingF7Technical Notes and IndexCamera turns off without warning.• Battery is exhausted.• The camera automatically turns off to save power i

TroubleshootingF8Technical Notes and IndexShootingDate not appearing on images even when Print date is enabled.• The current shooting mode is one that

TroubleshootingF9Technical Notes and IndexStreaks of light or partial discoloration are visible in the monitor.Smear may occur when extremely bright l

3Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic Operations421356 7 8 9 10 11 12 13Under the connector cover1 Monitor/touch panel ...

TroubleshootingF10Technical Notes and IndexRandomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in image.Shutter speed too slow or ISO sensitivity is high a

TroubleshootingF11Technical Notes and IndexPlaybackProblem Cause/Solution AFile cannot be played back.• File or folder was overwritten or renamed by c

TroubleshootingF12Technical Notes and IndexThe recorded images are not displayed in auto sort mode.• The desired image was sorted into a category othe

F13Technical Notes and IndexSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S4400 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraNumber of effective pixels20.1 millionImage sen

SpecificationsF14Technical Notes and IndexISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)• ISO 80-1600• ISO 3200 (available when using Auto mode)Exposur

SpecificationsF15Technical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume a fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 23 ±3°C

SpecificationsF16Technical Notes and IndexSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera

F17Technical Notes and IndexIndexSymbolsA Auto mode 22, 26, 38C Scene mode 41R Special effects mode 50F Smart portrait mode 51c Playback mode 32, 72h

IndexF18Technical Notes and IndexDPOF F16DPOF print E34Drag 4Drag and drop 4Draw A 47, E2DSCN E86Dusk/dawn i 45EEH-70P 18EN-EL19 16, 18Exposure compen

IndexF19Technical Notes and IndexMulti-shot 16 39, E43Museum l 47NNight landscape j 46Night portrait e 44Nikon Transfer 2 78, 80Nostalgic sepia P 50Nu

4Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsOperating the Touch PanelThe monitor on the COOLPIX S4400 is a touch panel display. Use a finger or the inclu

IndexF20Technical Notes and IndexStrap 13Stretch 75, E19Stylus 5Subject tracking 39, E38Sunset h 45TTap 4Telephoto 29Televisions 76, E27Time zone 24,

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YP2L01(11)6MN17611-01No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may

5Operating the Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsUsing the StylusUse the stylus for operations, such as when using the draw option (A

6Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsIndicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelShooting Mode (Information Indicators)•The information di

7Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsShooting Mode (Operation Controls)Tap the following contr

8Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsPlayback Mode (Information Display)• The information disp

9Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsPlayback Mode (Operation Controls)Tap the following contr

10Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsSwitching Between Shooting Mode and Playback ModeThe cam

11Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsUsing Menus (d Tab)During Shooting Use the d tab to chan

iIntroductionParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesRecording and Playing Back

12Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsDuring Playback Use the d tab to delete or edit images.•

13Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch PanelParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsPressing the Shutter-release ButtonAttaching the Camera

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

16Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 1 Insert the Battery1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slo

17Preparation 1 Insert the BatteryBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and

18Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 2 Charge the Battery1 Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-70P.• If a plug adapter* is inclu

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

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 CardsTurn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp a

iiIntroductionIntroductionRead This FirstThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S4400 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the inf

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 the Display Language, Date and TimeWhen the camera is turned on for the first

25Step 1 Turn the Camera OnBasic Steps for Shooting and Playback6 Tap Yes.• The settings are applied, the lens extends, and the camera enters shooting

26Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 2 Select a Shooting Mode1 Press the A button in shooting mode.• The shooting mode selection menu, which al

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

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.• To zoom in closer to the su

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

31Step 4 Focus and ShootBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackB Note on Recording Images and Saving MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exposures

iiiRead This FirstIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback” (A15).To

32Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 5 Play Back Images1 Press the c (playback) button.• When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, t

33Step 5 Play Back ImagesBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackChanging How Images Are DisplayedWhen using playback mode, you can change how images are

34Basic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackStep 6 Delete Unwanted Images1 Playback an image to be deleted, tap the d tab to display the menu options (A12)

35Step 6 Delete Unwanted ImagesBasic Steps for Shooting and PlaybackOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Tap an image to display y.• To deselec

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

38Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesUsing A (Auto) ModeUsed for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A39) to suit the shoo

39Using A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesOptions Available in the Auto Shooting MenuIn A (auto) mode, the following options can be changed.C Features Tha

40Using A (Auto) ModeShooting FeaturesShooting Subjects Not Suitable for AutofocusWhen shooting a subject that is not suitable for autofocus (A31), tr

41Shooting FeaturesScene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for

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

42Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesAdjusting Scene EffectThe scene effect adjustment slider is displayed by tapping g in the sce

43Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesScene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)x Scene auto selectorThe camera simplifies shooting by

44Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesUse of a tripod is recommended in scene modes indicated with O. Set Vibration reduction to Of

45Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesZ BeachCaptures the brightness of such subjects as beaches or sunlit expanses of water. • The

46Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesUse of a tripod is recommended in scene modes indicated with O. Set Vibration reduction to Of

47Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresl MuseumUse indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example, in museums and art ga

48Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featureso BacklightingUse when light is coming from behind the subject, throwing features or details

49Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesO Pet portraitUse this mode for taking portraits of pets (dogs or cats). When the camera dete

50Shooting FeaturesSpecial Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)Effects can be applied to images during shooting.The following six effects are

51Shooting FeaturesSmart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces)When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically

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

52Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Smart Portrait Mode• Digital zoom is not available.• Under som

53Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces)Shooting FeaturesChanging the Smart Portrait Mode Settings• You can change the settings for t

54Shooting FeaturesBasic Shooting SettingsWhen in shooting mode, you can set the following functions by tapping the icons at the bottom of the monitor

55Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesUsing the Flash (Flash Modes)Flash mode can be selected to suit the shooting conditions. 1 Tap the flash mod

56Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesC The Flash Mode Setting• The flash mode setting varies with shooting mode.- See “Defau

57Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter ten seconds or two se

58Basic Shooting SettingsShooting Features4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.• The self-timer starts, and the number of secon

59Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesUsing Macro ModeWhen using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as approximately 5 cm (2 in.

60Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesB Note About Using the FlashThe flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50

61Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value s

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

62Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesDefault SettingsThe default settings for each function in each shooting mode are described below.• See the n

63Basic Shooting SettingsShooting FeaturesThe default settings for each function in scene mode are described below.1The camera automatically selects t

64Shooting FeaturesA Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)• You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image

65A Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)Shooting FeaturesC Image Mode• The setting can also be changed in shooting modes other than A (auto) mode by t

66Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslySome functions cannot be used with other menu options.Restricted functionOption Descript

67Features That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyShooting FeaturesB Notes About Digital Zoom• Digital zoom cannot be used depending on the shooting mode (

68Shooting FeaturesFace DetectionIn the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If the camera

69Face DetectionShooting FeaturesB Notes About the Face Detection Function• The camera may be unable to detect faces in the following situations:- Whe

70Shooting FeaturesSkin SofteningIf you are using one of the shooting modes listed below when the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more

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

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

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

73Selecting Certain Types of Images for PlaybackPlayback FeaturesSwitching Between Playback Modes1 Press the c button in playback mode.• The screen us

74Selecting Certain Types of Images for PlaybackPlayback FeaturesSetting the Picture RatingIf images have been assigned a rating of one to five, they

75Playback FeaturesFunctions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)If you tap the d tab when viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbna

76Playback FeaturesConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to

77Playback FeaturesUsing ViewNX 2ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images.Install ViewNX

78Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.• If the desired language is not

79Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one of the following met

80Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Transfer images to the computer.• Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as t

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