User's Manual: Digital Camera
User's Manual: Digital Camera
User's Manual: Digital Camera
Users Manual
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Introduction
First Steps
c More on Playback
D Movies
E Voice Recordings
Technical Notes
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For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed
in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product, to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of Do not use the camera or AC
malfunction adapter in the presence of
Should you notice smoke or an unusual flammable gas
smell coming from the camera or AC Do not use electronic equipment in the
adapter, unplug the AC adapter and presence of flammable gas, as this
remove the battery immediately, taking could result in explosion or fire.
care to avoid burns. Continued
Handle the camera strap with
operation could result in injury. After care
removing or disconnecting the power
Never place the strap around the neck
source, take the equipment to a Nikon-
of an infant or child.
authorized service representative for
inspection. Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
Do not disassemble
prevent infants from putting the
Touching the internal parts of the
battery or other small parts into their
camera or AC adapter could result in
mouths.
injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or AC adapter break open
as the result of a fall or other accident,
take the product to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after unplugging the product and/or
removing the battery.
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For Your Safety
iii
For Your Safety
iv
Notices
Notice for Customers in the
U.S.A.
Federal Communications COOLPIX S630
Commission (FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference
Statement CAUTIONS
This equipment has been tested and Modifications
found to comply with the limits for a The FCC requires the user to be notified
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part that any changes or modifications
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are made to this device that are not
designed to provide reasonable expressly approved by Nikon
protection against harmful interference Corporation may void the users
in a residential installation. This authority to operate the equipment.
equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if Interface Cables
not installed and used in accordance Use the interface cables sold or
with the instructions, may cause provided by Nikon for your equipment.
harmful interference to radio Using other interface cables may
communications. However, there is no exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of
guarantee that interference will not the FCC rules.
occur in a particular installation. If this
Notice for customers in the State of
equipment does cause harmful California
interference to radio or television
WARNING
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the Handling the cord on this product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
following measures:
Wash hands after handling.
Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna. Nikon Inc.,
Increase the separation between the 1300 Walt Whitman Road
equipment and receiver. Melville, New York 11747-3064
Connect the equipment into an USA
outlet on a circuit different from that Tel: 631-547-4200
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for help.
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Notices
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Table of Contents
For Your Safety ........................................................................................................................................ ii
WARNINGS .................................................................................................................................................................. ii
Notices ....................................................................................................................................................... v
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1
About This Manual ................................................................................................................................ 1
Information and Precautions ............................................................................................................. 2
Parts of the Camera ............................................................................................................................... 4
The Camera Body....................................................................................................................................................4
The Monitor................................................................................................................................................................6
Basic Operations..................................................................................................................................... 8
The A (shooting mode) Button...................................................................................................................8
The c (playback) Button .................................................................................................................................9
The Rotary Multi Selector ...............................................................................................................................10
The d Button....................................................................................................................................................12
Switching Between Tabs.................................................................................................................................12
Help Displays ..........................................................................................................................................................13
Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way Down.........................................13
Attaching the Camera Strap .........................................................................................................................13
c More on Playback....................................................................................................................... 54
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback.......................................................................54
Calendar Display...................................................................................................................................................55
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................................................................56
Editing Pictures .....................................................................................................................................57
Using Quick Retouch.........................................................................................................................................58
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting .............................................................................59
Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop .................................................................................................................60
Resizing Pictures: Small Picture...................................................................................................................61
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback .......................................................................................62
Recording Voice Memos .................................................................................................................................62
Playing Voice Memos ........................................................................................................................................63
Deleting Voice Memos.....................................................................................................................................63
Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date Mode) ..........................................................................64
Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode ...................................................................................................64
Using List by Date Mode.................................................................................................................................65
List by Date Menu ...............................................................................................................................................66
Image Searching (Auto Sort Mode)...............................................................................................67
Displaying Pictures in the Auto Sort Mode .........................................................................................67
Auto Sort Mode ....................................................................................................................................................69
Auto Sort Menu ....................................................................................................................................................69
Storing the Pictures in the Specified Favorite Folder..............................................................70
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D Movies ............................................................................................................................................. 77
Recording Movies ................................................................................................................................77
The Movie Menu...................................................................................................................................78
D Selecting Movie Options .........................................................................................................................78
I Autofocus Mode ...........................................................................................................................................79
w Electronic VR....................................................................................................................................................79
Movie Playback .....................................................................................................................................80
Deleting Movie Files...........................................................................................................................................80
E Voice Recordings........................................................................................................................... 81
Making Voice Recordings..................................................................................................................81
Playing Voice Recordings ..................................................................................................................83
Deleting Sound Files..........................................................................................................................................84
Copying Voice Recordings ................................................................................................................85
Introduction
will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
Notations
A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a memory card.
The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the default setting.
The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed in a computer monitor are indicated in bold text.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
C Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the cameras internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store
pictures to, or delete, or view pictures.
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Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikons Life-Long Learning commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated information is available online at the following sites:
For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
Introduction
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Information and Precautions
Introduction
Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government
bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped Sample. The copying or reproduction of
paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the
prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage
stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents
stipulated by law is prohibited.
Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private
companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except
when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not
copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and
private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut
prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and international copyright
laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in
camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be
recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially
resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the users
responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for the welcome screen (A124). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage
to property when physically destroying data storage devices.
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Parts of the Camera
8 7
Lens cover closed
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Parts of the Camera
1 2 3 4
Introduction
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11 13
5 6 7 8 9 10 12
16 17 18
1 Monitor ..........................................................6, 23 10 Power connector cover..........................142
2 Rotary multi selector ..................................10 11 k (apply selection) button ...................10
3 A (shooting mode) button .....................8 12 c (playback) button............................9, 28
Indicator lamp ................................................81 13 Eyelet for camera strap..............................13
4
Flash lamp.........................................................31
14 Connector cover............................86, 88, 92
5 Speaker ............................................... 62, 80, 83
15 Cable connector............................86, 88, 92
6 Tripod socket
16 Battery chamber............................................16
7 d button.........................12, 99, 115, 122
17 Memory card slot..........................................20
8 l (delete) button......... 28, 29, 63, 80, 84
18 Battery latch.............................................16, 17
Battery-chamber/
9
memory card slot cover ................... 16, 20
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Parts of the Camera
The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings).
Introduction
The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off
after a few seconds (A128).
Shooting
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1 Shooting mode*............ 22, 35, 50, 52, 77 (a) Number of exposures remaining
2 Macro mode ....................................................33 13 (still pictures).......................................... 22
(b) Movie length.......................................... 77
3 Zoom indicator ......................................25, 33
14 Internal memory indicator..................... 23
4 Focus indicator...............................................26
15 Aperture............................................................. 26
5 AE/AF-L indicator..........................................47 16 Focus area...............................................26, 110
6 Flash mode .......................................................30 17 Focus area (Face Priority)...............52, 110
7 Motion detection icon ...................23, 132 18 Shutter speed................................................. 26
8 Battery level indicator ................................22 19 ISO sensitivity .......................................31, 108
Vibration reduction icon (still pictures) 20 Exposure compensation value............ 34
9 .......................................................................23, 131 21 Color options................................................109
Electronic VR icon (movie) ......................79 22 White balance mode ...............................102
Date not set indicator..........................125 23 Continuous shooting mode................105
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Time zone indicator .................................125 24 Sport continuous type.............................. 48
11 Date imprint..................................................130 25 Self-timer indicator ..................................... 32
Image mode .................................................100 26 Blink proof ........................................................ 53
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Movie options.................................................78
* Differs according to the current shooting mode. Refer to the sections on each mode for details.
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Parts of the Camera
Introduction
Playback
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Basic Operations
shooting mode.
Press the A button in shooting mode to display the
shooting-mode selection menu.
1 Auto mode
1. A Auto mode (A22)
2 2. x Scene mode (A35)*
3 3. d Sport continuous mode (A48),
4 B High sensitivity mode (A50),
a Smile mode (A52)*
4. D Movie mode (A77)
* The icon displayed will differ according to the last chosen mode.
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Basic Operations
Introduction
Press the c button in playback mode to display the
playback-mode selection menu.
When the camera is off, holding down the c
button will turn the camera on in playback mode
(A28).
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Basic Operations
For Shooting
* Options can also be chosen by pressing the rotary multi selector up or down.
For Playback
4 4
Choose the next
picture*
* Subsequent or previous pictures can also be selected by rotating the rotary multi selector.
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Basic Operations
Introduction
Choose the option on the
right*/ Scene auto selector
Choose the option Proceed to the next screen
on the left*/ (apply selection) Shooting menu
Return display to the Apply selection Image mode
White balance
previous screen (advance display to the next Metering
screen) Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Choose the option below* Exit
The d Button
Press the d button to display the menu for the chosen mode.
Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (A11).
Introduction
Exit Exit
Press the rotary multi Press the rotary multi The chosen menu is
selector J to highlight the selector H or I to choose displayed.
tab. another tab, and press
either the k button or K.
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Basic Operations
Help Displays
Rotate the zoom control to g (j) when M/L is displayed at the bottom of the
menu screen to view a description of the currently selected menu option.
Introduction
To return to the original menu, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again.
White balance
For accurate color reproduction,
choose a setting that matches
the light source.
Exit Back
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First Steps
Charging the Battery
Charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) using the Battery
Charger MH-65 (supplied).
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Charging the Battery
First Steps
flat.
Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of
Flickers
5C to 35C (41F to 95F) before use.
The battery is faulty. Unplug the charger immediately and stop
charging the battery. Bring the battery and charger to a Nikon-
authorized service representative for inspection.
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Inserting the Battery
First Steps
latch in the direction shown 1. The battery can then be
removed by hand 2.
Note that the battery may become hot during use;
observe due caution when removing the battery.
No
Yes
Cancel
Back
First Steps
displayed)
Press J to return to the previous item.
First Steps
When the confirmation dialog is displayed, choose Format and
press the k button to start formatting.
Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting
is complete.
When you insert memory cards used in other devices into this camera for the first time, be sure to
format them (A135) with this camera.
B Memory Cards
Use only Secure Digital memory cards.
Do not perform the following during formatting, while data is being written to or deleted from the
memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result
in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card:
- Eject the memory card
- Remove the battery
- Turn off the camera
- Disconnect the AC adapter
Do not use a computer to format the memory card.
Do not disassemble or modify.
Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks.
Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.
Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperatures.
Do not expose to humidity, dust, or to corrosive gases.
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Basic Photography and Playback : Auto Mode
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode
This section describes how to take pictures in A (auto) mode, an automatic, point-
and-shoot mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras.
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Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode
The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off
after a few seconds (A128).
If the monitor is turned off in standby mode to save power, press the power switch
or the shutter-release button to reactivate it (A134).
D Vibration Reduction
When On (default setting) is chosen for Vibration reduction (A131), the camera effectively
reduces camera shake that commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter
speeds.
Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
D Motion Detection
When Auto (default setting) is chosen for Motion detection option (A132) in the setup menu and
the camera detects camera shake and subject movement, the camera increases shutter speed to
reduce blurring.
When the camera detects camera shake or subject movement and increases shutter speed, the
motion detection icon will glow green.
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Step 2 Frame a Picture
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Step 2 Frame a Picture
Digital zoom can be disabled from the Digital zoom option (A133) in the setup menu (A121).
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot
1/250 F3.5
When digital zoom is in effect, the focus area is not displayed. When the camera focuses
on the subject in the center of the frame, the focus indicator (A6) will glow green.
Press the shutter-release button halfway to display the shutter speed and aperture.
Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
When the camera is unable to focus, while the shutter-release button is pressed
halfway, the double border in face priority blinks, or the focus area or focus indicator
blinks red. Change the composition and try again.
See AF area mode (A110) or Shooting with Face Priority (A112) for more
information about face priority.
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot
B During Recording
While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remaining display will blink. Do not
open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover while pictures are being recorded. Cutting
power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage
to the camera or card.
C Autofocus
Autofocus may not perform as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject
may not be in focus despite the fact that the active focus area, or focus indicator, glows green:
Subject is very dark
C Blink Warning
If the Did someone blink? screen is displayed shortly after the picture is taken using face priority,
someones eyes may have been closed during the shot (A137).
Exit
Human subjects with eyes closed will be framed by a yellow border in the Did someone blink?
screen.
To return to the shooting mode, press the k button or press the shutter-release button halfway
down (A138).
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Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures
memory.
Press the A button or the shutter-release button to return to shooting mode.
When C is displayed, pictures stored in the internal memory
will be displayed. When memory card is inserted, C is not 15/05/2009 15:30
0004.JPG
displayed and pictures stored on the memory card will be
displayed.
4 4
Deleting Pictures
1 Press the l button to delete the
picture currently displayed in the
monitor.
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Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures
No
Yes
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Using the Flash
The flash has a range of about 0.6 to 5.5 m (2 to 18 ft.) when the camera is zoomed
out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is about 0.6 to 3.5 m
(2 to 11 ft.) (when ISO sensitivity is set to Auto). The flash can reach up to distances
of about 0.6 to 11 m (2 to 36 ft.) for wide, and about 0.6 to 7.5 m (2 to 24 ft.) for tele
during high sensitivity shooting mode (A50). The following flash modes are
available.
U Auto
Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor.
Basic Photography and Playback : Auto Mode
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Using the Flash
B Shooting When Lighting is Poor and When the Flash is Disabled (W)
Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of
camera shake. Set Vibration reduction (A131) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the
camera during shooting.
The E indicator is displayed when the camera automatically increases sensitivity. Pictures taken
when E is displayed may be slightly mottled.
When E is displayed and higher sensitivity is applied, noise reduction may be automatically
applied as pictures are recorded. This will result in increased recording times.
C Red-eye Reduction
This camera uses Advanced Red-eye Reduction (In-Camera Red-Eye Fix).
The flash fires repeatedly at low intensity before the main flash, reducing the red-eye effect.
The camera then analyzes the picture; if red-eye is detected, the affected area will be processed to
further reduce red-eye before the picture is saved.
Note that because there is a slight lag between the shutter-release button being pressed and the
picture being shot, this mode is not recommended when a quick shutter response is required. The
time before the next picture can be shot also increases slightly. Advanced red-eye reduction may not
produce the desired results in all situations. In extremely rare instances, areas not subject to red-eye
may be affected by advanced red-eye reduction processing; in these cases, choose another mode
and try again.
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Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer
The camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-portraits.
When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn Vibration
reduction (A131) to Off when using a tripod.
1 Press n (self-timer).
The self-timer menu is displayed.
Basic Photography and Playback : Auto Mode
1/250 F3.5
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Macro Mode
Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 2 cm (0.8 in.). Note that
the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distances of less than 60 cm (2ft.).
C Macro Mode
If macro mode is turned ON in the scene modes indicated below, Autofocus mode (A113) will
be automatically set to Full-time AF.
- Close-up (the macro mode setting is fixed at ON)
- Food (the macro mode setting is fixed at ON)
- Museum
- Copy
- Panorama assist
In Full-time AF, the camera automatically focuses continuously until focus and exposure are
locked by pressing the shutter-release button halfway.
C The Macro Mode Setting
The macro mode setting applied in A (auto) mode or B (high sensitivity) mode is stored in the
cameras memory even after the camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A (auto) mode or
B (high sensitivity) mode is selected.
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Exposure Compensation
Exposure compensation is used to alter the exposure from the value suggested by
the camera to make pictures brighter or darker.
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Beach/snow
1/250 F3.5
C Image Mode
Image mode (A100) settings can be changed in the scene mode by pressing the d button.
Changes made to the image mode setting apply to all shooting modes (except for sport continuous
mode, high sensitivity mode or movie mode).
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Shooting in Scene Mode
Features
x Scene auto selector
By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode.
See Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector) (A42) for
more information.
X U1 n Off2 p Off3 o 0.02
1 The camera automatically chooses the optimum flash mode setting for the scene mode it has
selected. W (Off ) can be selected.
2 Other settings can be selected.
3 Changes to On when the camera selects close-up scene mode.
b Portrait
Use this mode for taking portraits in which the main subject
Shooting Suited for the Scenes
e Night portrait OQ
Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main
subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night.
The camera detects and focuses on a face looking toward the
camera (see Shooting with Face Priority (A112) for more
information).
If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera focuses on
the face closest to the camera.
If no face is recognized, the camera will focus on the subject in the center of the frame.
Motion detection (A132) is disabled.
Digital zoom is not available.
g Beach/snow
Captures the brightness of such subjects as snowfields,
beaches, or sunlit expanses of water.
The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
O: For scene modes with O, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn Vibration reduction (A131)
to Off when using a tripod.
Q: Pictures shot in scene modes utilizing Q may be processed automatically to reduce noise and
therefore take a longer time to record.
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Shooting in Scene Mode
h Sunset O
Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.
The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
i Dusk/dawn OQ
Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise
Shooting Suited for the Scenes
or after sunset.
Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is
pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator (A6)
always lights green; however, focus may not be set for near
subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity.
Motion detection (A132) is disabled.
AF-assist illuminator does not light regardless of the AF assist (A133) setting.
O: For scene modes with O, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn Vibration reduction (A131)
to Off when using a tripod.
Q: Pictures shot in scene modes utilizing Q may be processed automatically to reduce noise and
therefore take a longer time to record.
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Shooting in Scene Mode
k Close-up
Photograph flowers, insects and other small objects at close
range.
Macro mode (A33) will be turned on and the camera
automatically zooms to the position at the closest distance
at which the camera can focus. The closest distance at which
the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom
position. The camera can focus at a distance of 2 cm (0.8 in.) at the zoom position at which
F and the zoom indicator glow green (the zoom indicator is at G).
AF area mode is set to Manual. Press the k button to choose the focus area in which
focus is acquired. (A110).
The camera focuses continuously until focus is locked by pressing the shutter-release
button halfway.
As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, check the Vibration reduction (A131)
X U* n Off* p On o 0.0*
* Other settings can be selected. Note that when shooting with the flash, the flash may be unable to
light the entire subject at distances of less than 60 cm (2 ft.)
u Food
Use this mode to take pictures of food. See Taking Pictures in
Food Mode (A44) for more information.
AF area mode is set to Manual. Press the k button to
choose the focus area in which focus is acquired (A110).
m W n Off* p On o 0.0*
* Other settings can be selected.
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Shooting in Scene Mode
l Museum
Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for
example, in museums and art galleries) or in other settings in
which you do not want to use the flash.
Camera focuses on subject in center of frame.
BSS (Best Shot Selector) (A105) is used when shooting.
As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, check the
Vibration reduction (A131) setting and hold the camera steadily.
Motion detection (A132) is disabled.
AF-assist illuminator does not light regardless of the AF assist (A133) setting.
X W n Off* p Off* o 0.0*
* Other settings can be selected.
Shooting Suited for the Scenes
m Fireworks show O
Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of
light from a firework.
Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is
pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator (A6)
always lights green; however, focus may not be set for near
subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity.
Motion detection (A132) is disabled.
AF-assist illuminator does not light regardless of the AF assist (A133) setting.
n Copy
Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or
in print.
The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
Use macro mode (A33) to focus at short ranges.
Colored text and drawings may not show up well.
O: For scene modes with O, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn Vibration reduction (A131)
to Off when using a tripod.
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Shooting in Scene Mode
o Backlight
Use when light is coming from behind your subject, throwing
features or details in shadow. The flash fires automatically to fill
in (illuminate) shadows.
The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
Motion detection (A132) is disabled.
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Shooting in Scene Mode
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Shooting in Scene Mode
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Shooting in Scene Mode
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Shooting in Scene Mode
1/250 F3.5
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Shooting in Scene Mode
B Panorama Assist
Flash mode, self-timer, macro mode and exposure compensation settings cannot be adjusted after
the first picture is taken. Pictures cannot be deleted, nor can zoom or image mode setting (A100)
be adjusted until the series is finalized.
The panorama series is terminated if the camera enters standby mode with the auto off function
(A134) during shooting. Setting the time allowed to elapse before the auto off function is
enabled to a longer time is recommended.
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D Panorama Maker
Install Panorama Maker from the supplied Software Suite CD.
Transfer pictures to a computer (A87) and use Panorama Maker (A90) to join them in a single
panorama.
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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Shooting Continuously at High Speed (Sport Continuous)
Shooting in Sport Continuous Mode
Sport continuous mode allows rapid, continuous shooting while you press and
hold the shutter-release button fully. With continuous shooting, instantaneous
movements in moving subjects can be captured clearly.
The shutter speed is set automatically within the range of 1/4,000 to 1/15 s.
The ISO sensitivity is set automatically within the range of ISO 640 to 3200.
The image mode will be change to M Normal (2048) or smaller.
The focus, exposure, and white balance settings are fixed at the values for the first
picture in each series.
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Shooting in Sport Continuous Mode
D More Information
See Autofocus (A27) for more information.
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High Sensitivity Shooting Mode
Shooting in High Sensitivity Mode
In high sensitivity mode, ISO sensitivity is increased when shooting with the camera
zoomed in or under low lighting, to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or
subject movement. This allows you to capture the atmosphere of the scene
without using the flash, or enable the flash to reach distances further than other
shooting modes (A30).
The shutter speed is set automatically within the range of 1/1500 to 1/4 s.
The ISO sensitivity is set automatically within the range of ISO 640 to 3200.
The image mode will be change to M Normal (2048) or smaller.
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Shooting in High Sensitivity Mode
D More Information
See Autofocus (A27) for more information.
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Automatic Shooting of Smiling Faces
Shooting in Smile Mode
The camera detects a smiling face using face priority and releases the shutter
automatically.
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Shooting in Smile Mode
D More Information
See Autofocus (A27) for more information.
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More on Playback
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback
Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame 1/ 10
playback mode (A28) to display pictures as thumbnail
images in thumbnail playback mode.
To Use Description A
displayed
thumbnails display to return to full frame
playback.
Return to full-frame
playback k Press the k button. 28
A
Press the A button or the shutter-release
Switch to shooting
button to return to the last shooting mode 28
mode
selected.
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Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback
Film frames
Calendar Display
Rotate the zoom control towards f (h) during
playback mode when 25 thumbnails are displayed
(A54) to change to Calendar display.
Move the cursor and choose the image according to the 3
date. Dates will be underlined in yellow if there are
pictures taken on that date.
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Return to thumbnail
display
g (i) Rotate the zoom control to g (i). -
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Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Rotating the zoom control to g (i) during full-frame
playback mode (A28) zooms in on the current picture,
enlarging and displaying the center of the picture on
the monitor.
The guide at lower right shows which portion of the
picture is enlarged.
The following operations can be performed while pictures are zoomed in.
To Use Description A
Zoom increases each time the zoom control is
Zoom in g (i) rotated to g (i), up to about 10.
-
Return to full-frame
playback k Press the k button. 28
A
Switch to shooting Press the A button or the shutter-release button
28
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Restrictions on Picture Editing
2nd editing
1st editing Quick retouch D-Lighting Crop Small picture
Quick retouch w w
D-Lighting w w
Crop
Small picture
Pictures cannot be edited twice with the same editing function.
Quick retouch or D-Lighting should be done first while the restricted use of combination exists.
4 4
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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Editing Pictures
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D-Lighting copies can be recognized by the c icon
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displayed during playback. 0004.JPG
4 4
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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Editing Pictures
C Image Size
As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced.
When the size of the cropped copy is 320 240 or 160 120, the small picture icon B or C is
displayed on the left of the screen in full-frame playback mode.
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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Editing Pictures
Option Description
l 640480 Suitable for television playback.
m 320240 Suitable for displaying on web pages.
n 160120 Suitable for e-mail attachments.
3 Choose the desired copy size and press the k Small picture
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button. 640480
320240
160120
Exit
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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Voice Memos: Recording and Playback
Use the cameras built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures.
17s
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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Voice Memos: Recording and Playback
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More on Playback
Press the d button before or after playing a voice Back 6s
memo to return to full-frame playback.
To Use Description A
A
Switch to shooting Press the A button or the shutter-release button
28
mode to return to the last shooting mode selected.
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Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date Mode)
When the d button is pressed in the list by date screen (A64), options can be
applied to all pictures taken on the same date, or all pictures taken on the same
date can be deleted.
To apply options to individual pictures, or to select individual pictures for deletion,
display a picture full-frame and press the d button.
More on Playback
In full-frame playback mode, just as with the normal playback mode, picture
displays can be enlarged, the thumbnail playback can be done, pictures can be
edited, and voice memos can be recorded, played back, and sorting of images into
a favorite folder can be done. Also, all images sorted in the same folder can be
deleted at the same time and print set and protect can be set at the same time.
More on Playback
(A68) for more information about the sort folders.
The pictures in the folder are displayed.
A
Press the A button or the shutter-release
Switch to shooting
button to return to the last shooting mode 28
mode
selected.
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Quick retouch A58 Protect A118
D-Lighting A59 Rotate image A119
Print set A97 Small picture A61
Slide show A117 Voice memo A62
Delete A118
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Storing the Pictures in the Specified Favorite Folder
07 08 09
Choose icon
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Back
Back
1 Playback the pictures in the playback mode (A28), the list by date
mode (A64) or auto sort mode (A67).
Back Add
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D More Information
See Removing Favorites (A73) for more information.
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Storing the Pictures in the Specified Favorite Folder
04 05 06
07 08 09
Choose icon
The pictures in the selected favorite folder will be
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displayed in full-frame playback mode. 0004.JPG
The icon of the favorite folder being played back
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currently will be displayed on the top right of the
screen.
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Removing Favorites
Press the k button during favorites full-frame playback
(step 2 above) and the removing favorites screen will be Remove this picture from
displayed. favorites?
To remove the picture from favorites, choose Yes and press
the k button. To cancel removal, choose No and press the No
k button. Yes
B Difference Between Removing and Deleting Favorites
Favorite pictures playback will playback the original pictures that have been added to the favorite folder
(A76). Deleting a picture (A28, 63, 69, 118) while in favorite pictures playback will delete the original
picture that has been added to the favorite folder. To remove a picture from favorites without deleting it,
just remove the desired picture from favorite folder.
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Storing the Pictures in the Specified Favorite Folder
A
Switch to shooting Press the A button or the shutter-release button
28
mode to return to the last shooting mode selected.
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Storing the Pictures in the Specified Favorite Folder
More on Playback
C Playback/Adding to Favorites
Adding to favorites does not copy the original picture data and move it. The file name will be added
to the favorite folder. Favorite pictures playback uses the file name from that favorite folder and
playbacks the picture from there. Deleting a picture (A28, 63, 69, 118) while in playback will delete
the original picture that has been added to favorites, so be careful while deleting pictures.
Adding to favorites
Favorite
Internal memory or
Folder 1
memory card
Favorite
0003.JPG 0004.JPG Folder 2
Adds a file name
0001.JPG
0004.JPG
Favorite
Folder 1
0003.JPG
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Movies
Recording Movies
To shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting
mode and follow the steps below.
B Shooting Movies
Once movie recording begins optical zoom cannot be applied.
Digital zoom cannot be applied before movie recording begins, but up to 2 digital zoom can be
applied while movies are being recorded.
The angle of view (field of view) when shooting movies is smaller than when shooting still picture. Movies
Macro mode (A33) is enabled. Flash mode (A30), self-timer (A32), and exposure
compensation (A34) are disabled.
Macro mode settings cannot be applied or changed while movies are being recorded. Apply or
change settings as necessary before movie recording begins.
B Note on Recording Movies
When the movie has been fully recorded to the internal memory or memory card, the monitor display
will revert to the normal shooting mode display. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover while movies are being recorded. Turning the camera off or removing the
memory card while movies are being recorded could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera
or card.
D Changing Movie Settings
Movie options, Autofocus mode and Electronic VR settings can be changed in the movie menu
(A78).
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The Movie Menu
Movie options, Autofocus mode and Electronic VR settings can be changed in
the movie menu.
Press the d button in movie mode to display the movie menu and use the rotary
multi selector to modify and apply settings.
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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The Movie Menu
I Autofocus Mode
Set to D (Movie) M d (Movie menu) M I Autofocus mode
w Electronic VR
Set to D (Movie) M d (Movie menu) M w Electronic VR
At settings other than Off, the icon for the current setting is displayed in the
monitor (A6).
Movies
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Movie Playback
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recognized by the movie mode icons. To play a movie, 0010.AVI
display it in full-frame playback mode and press the k
button.
10s
Use the zoom control g or f during playback to adjust Pausing
the volume.
Rotate the rotary multi selector to advance or rewind
the voice recording.
Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press
the rotary multi selector J or K to choose a control,
then press the k button to perform the selected
4s
operation. The following operations are available.
During Volume
playback indicator
To Select Description
Rewind K Rewind the movie when the k button is pressed down.
Advance L Advance the movie when the k button is pressed down.
Press the k button to pause playback.
The following operations can be performed while playback is
paused.
Press the k button to rewind the movie by one frame.
Pause O M
Rewind continues while the button is pressed. *
Press the k button to advance the movie by one frame.
N
Advance continues while the button is pressed. *
Movies
Voice recording
Voice Recordings
recording.
The indicator lamp lights during recording.
If no operations are performed for about 30 seconds after
voice recording begins, the cameras power saving
function is enabled and the monitor turns off. Press any button to light up the monitor.
See Operations During Recording (A82) for more information.
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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Making Voice Recordings
Operation panel
To Press Description
Press J or K on the rotary multi selector.
Move the cursor m : Press the k button to end recording.
on the operation r : Press the k button to pause recording.
panel Choose k and press the k button to resume
recording while recording is paused.
Press H or I on the rotary multi selector.
Indexes make it easy to locate desired portions of a
recording.
Create index* Start of recording is index number 01; other numbers
that follow are assigned in ascending order each time
the rotary multi selector is pressed, up to index number
98.
Voice Recordings
* The copied files can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV-compatible audio player.
Note that index points created with the camera cannot be used when voice recordings are played
back on computers.
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Playing Voice Recordings
Voice recording
Voice Recordings
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Playing Voice Recordings
Use the zoom control g/f to adjust playback volume. Rotate the rotary multi
selector to advance or rewind the voice recording.
Press the rotary multi selector J or K to choose a control, then press the k button
to perform the selected operation. The following operations are available.
To Press Description
Rewind the voice recording when the k button is pressed
Rewind n
down.
Advance the voice recording when the k button is pressed
Advance o
down.
Skip to
previous p Press the k button to skip to the previous index.
Voice Recordings
index
Skip to next
q Press the k button to skip to the next index.
index
Press the k button to pause playback.
r
Pause Press the k button to resume playback while playback is
l
paused.
End m Press the k button to end playback.
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Copying Voice Recordings
Copy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This
option is available only when a memory card is inserted.
2 Choose a copy option and press the k button. Copy sound files
q: Copy recordings from internal memory to
memory card.
r: Copy recordings from memory card to internal
memory.
Exit
Voice Recordings
Exit
Yellow White
Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system
compatibility.
3 Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable.
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
S630
S630
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Connecting to a Computer
Use a series of pictures taken using the Panorama assist option in scene mode (A46) to create
a single panorama photo with Panorama Maker.
Panorama Maker can be installed to a computer using the supplied Software Suite CD.
After installation is complete, follow the procedure described below to start Panorama Maker.
Windows:
From the Start menu, open All Programs ArcSoft Panorama Maker 4 Panorama Maker
4.
Macintosh:
Open Applications by selecting Applications from the Go menu, and double-click the Panorama
Maker 4 icon.
For more information on using Panorama Maker, refer to the on-screen instructions and help
information contained in Panorama Maker.
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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Connecting to a Printer
Users of PictBridge-compatible (A160) printers can connect the camera directly
to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. The steps for printing
are as follows.
D Printing Pictures
In addition to printing pictures transferred to a computer and printing over a direct camera-to-printer
connection for images recorded in the memory card, the following options are also available for
printing pictures:
Insert a memory card into a DPOF-compatible printers card slot.
Take a memory card to a digital photo lab.
For printing using these methods, specify the pictures and the number of prints each using the Print
set (A97) option in the playback menu.
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Connecting to a Printer
3 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable.
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
1 2 Print selection
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Exit
Exit
Exit
5 Choose the desired paper size and press the Paper size
k button. Default
3.55 in.
To specify paper size using printer settings, choose
57 in.
Default in the paper size menu. 100150 mm
46 in.
Exit
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Connecting to a Printer
Exit
7 Printing starts.
Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when
printing is complete. Printing
002/004
To cancel before all copies have been printed, press the
k button.
Cancel
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
Current print/
total number of prints
Exit
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Connecting to a Printer
3 Choose the desired paper size and press the Paper size
k button. Default
3.55 in.
To specify paper size using printer settings, choose
57 in.
Default in the paper size menu. 100150 mm
46 in.
Exit
Exit
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Connecting to a Printer
DPOF printing
Print the pictures in the print order that was
DPOF printing
created using Print set (A97).
010 prints
The menu shown at right will be displayed. To
print, choose Start print and press the k Start print
button. View images
Choose Cancel and press the k button to Cancel
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
Back
5 Printing starts.
Monitor display returns to that shown in step 2 when
printing is complete. Printing
002/010
To cancel before all copies have been printed, press the
k button.
Cancel
Current print/
total number of prints
C Paper Size
The camera supports the following paper sizes: Default (the default paper size for the current
printer), 3.55 in., 57 in., 100150 mm, 46 in., 810 in., Letter, A3, and A4. Only sizes
supported by the current printer will be displayed.
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Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set
The Print set option in the playback menu is used to create digital print orders for
printing on DPOF-compatible printers or in print shops (A160).
When the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer, pictures can be
printed from the printer according to the DPOF print order you have created for
pictures on the memory card. If the memory card is removed from the camera, you
can create the DPOF print order for pictures in the internal memory and print
pictures according to the DPOF print order.
Exit
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D Date Imprint
The date and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures using the Date imprint option (A130)
in the setup menu. Pictures with the date and time imprinted on them can also be printed from
printers that do not support printing of the date and time on pictures.
Only the date and time of date imprint on the pictures will be printed, even if Print set is enabled
with the date selected in the print set screen.
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Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
The shooting menu of auto mode and the high sensitivity menu of high sensitivity
mode contain the following options.
A Image mode1 A100
Choose the image mode (a combination of the image size and image quality
(compression)) to be used when recording.
B White balance A102
Match white balance to the light source.
G Metering A104
Choose how the camera meters exposure.
C Continuous A105
Change settings for Continuous and BSS (Best Shot Selector).
E ISO sensitivity2 A108
Control the cameras sensitivity to light.
F Color options A109
Apply color effects to pictures as they are recorded.
G AF area mode A110
Choose where the camera focuses.
I Autofocus mode A113
Choose how the camera focuses.
1 The Image mode setting is also available from other shooting mode (except the movie mode).
Use the rotary multi selector to choose and apply settings (A10).
Press the d button to exit the shooting menu or the high sensitivity menu.
A Image Mode
Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M A Image mode
Choose an image mode, which is the combination of image size and image quality
(compression), according to how you plan to use the picture and the capacity of
the internal memory or memory card.
The larger the image, the larger the size at which it can be printed or displayed
without becoming noticeably grainy, limiting the number of pictures that can be
recorded.
Image size
Image mode Description
(pixels)
Highest quality, suitable for enlargements or
H High (4000P) 4,0003,000 high-quality prints. The compression ratio is
approximately 1:4.
Normal (4000)
I 4,0003,000
(default setting) The best choice in most situations. The
R Normal (3264) 3,2642,448 compression ratio is approximately 1:8.
L Normal (2592) 2,5921,944
Smaller size allows more pictures to be
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
Internal
memory Memory card1 Print size2
Setting
(approx. (512 MB) (cm/in.)
44 MB)
H High (4000 P) 7 85 34 25/13 10
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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
B White Balance
Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M B White balance
The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source.
The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with
the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct
sunlight, or under incandescent lighting. Digital cameras can mimic this
adjustment of the human eye by processing images according to the color of the
light source. This is known as white balance. For natural coloration, choose a white
balance setting that matches the light source before shooting.
Although the default setting, Auto, can be used under most types of lighting, you
can apply the white balance setting suited to a particular light source to achieve
more accurate results.
a Auto (default setting)
White balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions. Best choice in most
situations. Can be used in most situations.
b Preset manual
Neutral-colored object used as reference to set white balance under unusual lighting
conditions, see Preset Manual (A103) for details.
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
c Daylight
White balance adjusted for direct sunlight.
d Incandescent
Use under incandescent lighting.
e Fluorescent
Use under most types of fluorescent lighting.
f Cloudy
Use when shooting under overcast skies.
g Flash
Use with the flash.
The effects of the selected option can be previewed in the monitor. At settings
other than Auto, the icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor (A6).
B Flash Mode
At white balance settings other than Auto or Flash, turn the flash off (W) (A30).
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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
Preset Manual
Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with
a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with settings like
Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make images shot under a lamp with a
red shade look as though they had been shot under white light).
1 Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be
used during shooting.
Cancel
Measure
Exit
G Metering
Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M G Metering
The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure
is known as Metering.
Choose how the camera meters exposure.
G Matrix (default setting)
Camera sets exposure for entire frame. Recommended in most situations.
q Center-weighted
Camera meters entire frame but assigns greatest weight to subject in center of frame.
Classic meter for portraits; preserves background details while letting lighting
conditions at center of frame determine exposure. Can be used with focus lock
(A111) to meter off-center subjects.
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
B Note on Metering
When digital zoom is in effect, Metering is set to Center-weighted, and the metered area is not
displayed in the monitor.
D Metering Area
The active metering area is displayed in the monitor when Center-weighted is selected for
Metering.
C Continuous
Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M C Continuous
2 Choose the interval taken between each shot Set interval time
and press the k button. 30 s
The maximum amount of frames that can be taken 1 min
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
5 min
during Interval Timer Shooting differs according to the
10 min
interval taken between each shot.
- 30 s: 600 images Exit
- 1 min: 300 images
- 5 min: 60 images
- 10 min: 30 images
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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
5 Press the shutter-release button all the way down a second time to end
recording.
Recording will end automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomes full,
or when the maximum amount of frames have been recorded.
E ISO Sensitivity
Set to A (Auto) M d (Shooting menu) M E ISO sensitivity
Sensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to light. The higher the
sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure. Although a high ISO rating is
suited for taking pictures of subjects in action or in poor lighting, high sensitivity is
often associated with noise -randomly spaced, brightly colored pixels
concentrated in dark parts of the image.
Auto (default setting)
Sensitivity is ISO 64 in bright places; in dark places the camera automatically raises
sensitivity to a maximum of ISO 800.
Fixed range auto
Choose the range in which the camera automatically adjusts ISO sensitivity, from ISO
64-200 (default setting), or ISO 64-400. The camera will not raise sensitivity beyond
the maximum value in the selected range. Set the maximum value for ISO sensitivity
for effective control over the amount of grain that appears in images.
64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400
ISO Sensitivity will be locked at the specified value.
When ISO sensitivity is locked, Motion detection (A132) does not function
even when Auto is selected.
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
At settings other than Auto, the current setting is displayed in the monitor (A6).
If Auto is selected and the sensitivity is raised above an ISO 64, the E icon will
be displayed (A31). If Fixed range auto is selected, U + the maximum value for
ISO sensitivity will be displayed.
F Color Options
Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M F Color options
At settings other than Standard color, the icon for the current setting is displayed
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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
G AF-Area Mode
Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M G AF area mode
Focus areas
x Manual
This option is suited to situations in which the Focus area
intended subject is relatively still and not positioned
in the center of the frame. Press the rotary multi
selector H, I, J or K to select one of 99 focus areas
displayed in the monitors focus-area selection screen,
and shoot.
To end focus-area selection and adjust the flash
mode, macro mode, self-timer and exposure
compensation settings, press the k button. To return
to the focus-area selection screen, press the k
button again. Selectable areas
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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
y Center
Camera focuses on the subject in the center of the
frame.
Center focus area is always used.
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Focus area
D Focus Lock
Use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode.
The following steps explain the usage of focus lock when Center is selected for AF area mode.
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D More Information
See Autofocus (A27) for more information.
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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
15
When the camera detects more than one face, operation varies, depending upon the
shooting mode, as follows.
Faces framed by a double Number of faces
Shooting mode
border to be recognized
Auto mode (Face priority) The face closest to the
camera
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
I Autofocus Mode
Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M I Autofocus mode
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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
ISO sensitivity
When 3200 or 6400 is selected for ISO sensitivity, Image mode cannot be set
to H High (4000P), I Normal (4000), R Normal (3264), L Normal (2592) and
p 16:9 (3968). At these image mode settings, selecting 3200 or 6400 for ISO
sensitivity automatically switches the image mode setting to M Normal (2048).
When any option other than 3200 or 6400 is selected for ISO sensitivity, the
original image mode setting is restored.
White balance and Color options
White balance is automatically set to Auto and cannot be adjusted when Black-
and-white, Sepia or Cyanotype is selected for Color options.
Selecting Standard color, Vivid color or Pastel for Color options restores the
last White balance applied.
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Playback Options: The Playback Menu
The playback menu contains the following options.
k Quick retouch A58
Easily create retouched images in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced.
I D-Lighting A59
Enhances brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures.
a Print set A97
Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each.
b Slide show A117
View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic
slide show.
c Delete A118
Delete selected or all pictures.
d Protect A118
Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion.
f Rotate image A119
Change the orientation of an existing picture.
g Small picture A61
Create a small copy of the current picture.
Use the rotary multi selector to choose and apply settings (A10).
To exit the playback menu, press the d button.
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Playback Options: The Playback Menu
Selecting Pictures
The picture selection screen, as shown at right, will be Erase selected images
displayed with the following menus:
Playback menu:
Select images in Print set (A97)
Erase selected images in Delete (A118)
Protect (A118) Back
Rotate image (A119)
Selected images in Copy (A120)
Setup menu:
Welcome screen (A124)
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Playback Options: The Playback Menu
b Slide Show
Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M b Slide show
Playback pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one
in an automated slide show.
c Delete
Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M c Delete
C Notes on Deletion
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Transfer important images to a computer before
deletion.
Pictures marked with the s icon are protected and cannot be deleted.
d Protect
Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M d Protect
Select the picture and apply the setting in the picture selection screen (see
Selecting Pictures (A116) for more information).
Note, however, that formatting the cameras internal memory or the memory card
will permanently erase protected files (A135).
Protected pictures are recognized by the s icon in playback mode (A7, 55).
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Playback Options: The Playback Menu
f Rotate Image
Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M f Rotate image
Change the orientation of pictures played back in the cameras monitor after
shooting.
Pictures can be rotated 90 clockwise or counterclockwise.
Pictures that were recorded in the portrait (vertical) orientation can be rotated up
to 180 in either direction.
Select a picture in the picture selection screen (A116), and press the k button to
display the Rotate image screen. Press the rotary multi selector J or K to rotate the
picture 90.
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Playback Options: The Playback Menu
h Copy
Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M h Copy
Exit
JPEG-, AVI-, and WAV-format files can be copied. Files recorded in any other format cannot be
copied.
If voice memos (A62) are attached to pictures selected for copying, voice memos are copied with
the pictures.
Sound files recorded using Voice Recording (A81) can be copied using the Copy sound files
option (A85).
Pictures recorded with another make or model of camera or that have been modified on a
computer cannot be copied.
Edited copies have the same protection marking (A118) as the original, but are not marked for
printing (A118).
Pictures or movies copied from the internal memory or the memory card (A67) cannot be
displayed in the auto sort mode.
Even if a picture that was added to favorites (A72) is copied, the contents of favorites will not be
copied.
C Memory contains no images. Message
If there are no pictures stored on the memory card when playback mode is applied, the message,
Memory contains no images., will be displayed. Press the d button to display the copy option
screen, and copy the pictures stored in the cameras internal memory to the memory card.
D More Information
See File and Folder Names (A143) for more information.
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
The setup menu contains the following options.
a Menus A123
Choose how menus are displayed.
c Welcome screen A124
Select screen displayed when camera is turned on.
d Date A125
Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones.
e Monitor settings A128
Adjust photo information display, post-shooting image review, and monitor
brightness settings.
f Date imprint A130
Imprint date on pictures.
g Vibration reduction A131
Choose whether or not vibration reduction is enabled when taking still pictures.
U Motion detection A132
Adjust the motion detection setting to reduce the effects of camera shake and
subject movement when shooting still pictures.
h AF assist A133
Enable or disable AF-assist illumination.
u Digital zoom A133
Monitor settings
Date imprint
Exit
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
a Menus
Press the d button M z (setup menu) (A122) M a Menus
Icons
All menu options can be displayed in a single page. Menu name
Menus
123
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
c Welcome Screen
Press the d button M z (setup menu) (A122) M c Welcome screen
You can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camera is turned on.
None (default setting)
Welcome screen is not displayed.
COOLPIX
Displays a welcome screen.
Select an image
Select a picture in the internal memory or on the memory card for the welcome
screen. Choose a picture in the picture selection screen (A116), and press the k
button.
As the selected picture is stored in the camera, the picture will appear in the
welcome screen even if the original picture is deleted.
Pictures taken at an Image mode setting (A100) of 16:9, and copies created at
a size of 320 240 or smaller using the crop (A60) or small picture (A61)
function, cannot be used.
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
d Date
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M d Date
Set the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones.
Date
Set camera clock to current date and time.
Use the following controls to set the date and time.
J or K: highlight a different item (day, month, year, hour, minute, and the order
in which day, month, and year are displayed)
H or I: edit the highlighted item
k button: apply the setting
Time zone
w (home time zone) can be specified and daylight saving enabled or disabled from
time zone options. When x (travel destination) is selected, the time difference
(A127) between the home time zone (w) is automatically calculated and the date
and time in the selected region are recorded. Useful when travelling.
Setting the Travel Destination Time Zone
1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose Time Date
zone and press the k button.
The time zone screen is displayed. 15/05/2009 15:30
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
e Monitor Settings
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M e Monitor settings
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
Photo Info
The following display options are available.
See The Monitor (A6) for information on indicators in the monitor.
During Shooting During Playback
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Show info
15 4 4
Auto info The current settings or operation guide is displayed as in Show info
(default setting) above. After a few seconds, display will be the same as Hide info.
Hide info
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
f Date Imprint
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M f Date imprint
Date and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures. This information can be
printed even from printers that do not support printing of date and time (A98).
Off (default setting)
Date and time are not imprinted on pictures.
Date
Date is imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in
effect.
Date and time
Date and time are imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this
option is in effect.
At settings other than Off, the icon for the current setting is displayed in the
monitor during shooting (A6).
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
B Date Imprint
Imprinted dates form a permanent part of image data and cannot be deleted.
Dates imprinted at an Image mode (A100) setting of O TV screen (640) may be difficult to
read. Choose N PC screen (1024) or larger when using date imprint.
The date is recorded using the format selected in the setup menus Date option (A18, 125).
Dates cannot be imprinted in the following situations.
- When Museum or Panorama assist is selected for scene mode
- When Continuous or BSS is selected for Continuous (A105)
- Sport continuous mode
- When Blink proof for smile mode is set to On
- Movie mode
C Date Imprint and Print Set
When printing from DPOF-compatible printers which support printing of shooting date and photo
information, the date and information can be printed on pictures without date and time imprinted
on them, using options in the Print set option (A97).
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
g Vibration Reduction
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M g Vibration reduction
U Motion Detection
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M U Motion detection
Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake and subject
movement when shooting still pictures.
Auto (default setting)
When camera detects the movement of the subject or camera shake, the shutter
speed will be increased for reducing the effects of them.
However, motion detection does not function in the following situations.
When fill flash is used
When the ISO sensitivity (A108) is set to Fixed range auto or fixed at a
specific value, or when Multi-shot 16 (A105) is chosen in auto mode
When specific scene modes are used (A36 to 41)
When sport continuous mode is selected
When high sensitivity mode is selected
Off
Motion detection will not be applied.
When motion detection is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting
(when Off is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed)(A6, 23).
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
The motion detection icon will glow green when the camera detects any vibration
and increases the shutter speed.
h AF Assist
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M h AF assist
u Digital Zoom
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M u Digital zoom
i Sound Settings
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M i Sound settings
k Auto Off
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122)M k Auto off
If no operations are performed for the selected length of time, the monitor will turn
off and the camera enters standby mode (A17) to reduce drain on the batteries.
The power-on lamp blinks in standby mode. If no operations are performed for
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
No
Format
Exit
n Language
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M n Language
o Video Mode
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M o Video mode
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
d Blink Warning
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M d Blink warning
Set whether or not to detect human subjects with eyes closed when shooting
pictures using face priority (A112) in any mode other than smile mode (A50).
On (default setting)
When the camera detects that one or more human subjects have closed their eyes
shortly after recognizing the faces and shooting them, the Did someone blink?
screen will appear on the monitor.
The face of the human subject that may have closed his/her eyes is framed by a
yellow border. You can check the picture taken and determine if you need to take
the picture again.
Off
Blink warning doesnt take effect.
To Use Description
Enlarge and display Zoom increases each time the zoom control is rotated to
the detected face g (i) g (i).
Return to full-frame
playback
f (h) Rotate the zoom control to f (h).
k
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
p Reset All
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M p Reset all
When Reset is selected, the cameras settings will be restored to their default values.
Pop-up Menu
Option Default value
Flash mode (A30) Auto
Self-timer (A32) OFF
Macro mode (A33) OFF
Exposure compensation (A34) 0.0
Smile Menu
Option Default value
Blink proof (A53) On
Movie Menu
Option Default value
Movie options (A78) TV movie 640P
Autofocus mode (A79) Single AF
Electronic VR (A79) On
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
Shooting Menu
Option Default value
Image mode (A100) I Normal (4000)
White balance (A102) Auto
Metering (A104) Matrix
Continuous (A105) Single
ISO sensitivity (A108) Auto
Fixed range auto (A108) ISO 64-200
Color options (A109) Standard color
AF area mode (A110) Face priority
Autofocus mode (A113) Single AF
Setup Menu
Option Default value
Menus (A123) Text
Welcome screen (A124) None
Photo info (A128) Auto info
Image review (A128) On
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
Brightness (A128) 3
Date imprint (A130) Off
Vibration reduction (A131) On
Motion detection (A132) Auto
AF assist (A133) Auto
Digital zoom (A133) On
Button sound (A134) On
Shutter sound (A134) On
Auto off (A134) 1 min
Blink warning (A137) On
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
Others
Option Default value
Paper size (A93, 94) Default
Slide show (A117) 3s
Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A143) from the
memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available. To reset file
numbering to 0001, delete all pictures (A118) before selecting Reset all.
The following menu settings will remain unaffected when menus are reset with
Reset all.
Shooting menu:
Preset manual data (A103) acquired for White balance
Setup menu:
Date (A125), Language (A136), and Video mode (A136)
r Firmware Version
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M r Firmware version
Back
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Technical Notes
Optional Accessories
AC adapter
Insert the AC adapter cord into the groove deeply in the battery
chamber before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover. If part of the cord runs out of the groove, the cover or cord
may be damaged when the cover is closed.
USB cable USB Cable UC-E6
A/V cable Audio Video Cable EG-CP14
supports 2 GB cards.
2 SDHC-compliant. If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar
device, check that device supports SDHC.
Operation is not guaranteed with other makes of card. Contact the manufacturer
for details on the above cards.
Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on approved cards.
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File and Folder Names
Pictures, movies, voice memos, and voice recordings are assigned file names as
follows.
DSCN0001.JPG
Identifier (not shown on camera monitor) Extension (signifies the file type)
Original still pictures (voice Still pictures .JPG
memo attachment Movies .AVI
DSCN
included), movies, voice
recordings Voice memos,
.WAV
Voice recordings
Cropped copies (voice
RSCN
memo attachment included)
File number (assigned automatically in
Small copies (voice memo ascending order, starting with 0001)
SSCN
attachment included)
Quick Retouch and D-
Lighting copies (voice memo FSCN
attachment included)
Files are stored in folders named with a folder number followed by a five-
character identifier: P_ plus a three-digit sequence number for pictures shot
using Panorama assist (e.g. 101P_001; A46), INTVL for interval timer
photography (e.g. 101INTVL; A106), SOUND for voice recordings (e.g.
101SOUND; A81), and NIKON for all other pictures (e.g. 100NIKON). When
the number of files within a folder reaches 9999, a new folder will be created. File
numbers will be assigned automatically starting with 0001.
Voice memo file names have the same identifier and file number as the picture
to which the voice memo is attached.
Files copied using Copy Selected images or Copy sound files Selected
files are copied to the current folder, where they are assigned new file numbers
in ascending order starting from the largest file number in memory. Copy All
images and Copy sound files Copy all files copy all folders from the source
Technical Notes
medium; file names do not change but new folder numbers are assigned in
ascending order, starting from the largest folder number on the destination
medium (A85, 120).
A single folder can hold up to 200 pictures; if the current folder already contains
200 pictures, a new folder, named by adding one to the current folder name, will
be created the next time a picture is taken. If the current folder is numbered 999
and contains 200 pictures, or a picture is numbered 9999, no further pictures can
be taken until the internal memory or memory card is formatted (A135), or a
new memory card is inserted.
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Caring for the Camera
To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following
precautions when using or storing the device.
B Keep dry
The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.
B Do not drop
The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
B Do not point the lens at strong light sources for extended periods
Avoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light sources for extended periods when using or
storing the camera. Intense light may cause deterioration of the CCD image sensor, producing a white
blur effect in photographs.
B
Technical Notes
Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source
Do not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are being recorded or deleted.
Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product
memory or internal circuitry.
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Caring for the Camera
C The Battery
Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary. Do not
continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in reduced battery
performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking pictures on important
occasions.
Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 C (32 F) or above 40 C (104 F). Failure
to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance.
Charge indoors at an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 C (41 to 95 F). When the battery
temperature is between 0 and 10 C (32 to 50 F) or 45 to 60 C (113 to 140 F), the chargeable
capacity may decrease. The battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 C (32 F) or above
60 C (140 F).
If an exhausted battery is used at a low temperature, the camera may not turn on. Be sure that the
battery is fully charged and spare batteries are prepared before heading outside to take pictures in
cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a
cold battery that could not be used temporarily due to lowered performance may recover some of
its charge.
Should the battery terminals become dirty, the camera may not turn on due to poor contact. Wipe
the terminals off with a clean, dry cloth before use.
If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and run it flat before removing
it for storage. Attach the included terminal cover to the battery and store it in a cool location with
an ambient temperature of 15 to 25 C (59 to 77 F). Do not store the battery in hot or extremely
cold locations.
While the battery is in storage, charge it at least once every six months and then use the camera to
run it flat again before storing it in a cool location.
Always remove the battery from the camera or battery charger when it is not being used. Left
installed, minute amounts of current flow even when unused, and the battery may become
excessively drained and no longer function.
A marked drop in the time a fully-charged battery retains its charge, when used at room
temperature, indicates that the battery needs to be replaced. Purchase a new battery.
Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please
recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
Technical Notes
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Caring for the Camera
Cleaning
Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower
(typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped
to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints or other
Lens stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth,
using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the lens and working toward the
edges. If this fails, clean the lens using a cloth lightly dampened with
commercial lens cleaner.
Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other stains, clean
Monitor
the monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure.
Use a blower to remove dust, dirt or sand, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt with a
Body dry cloth lightly dampened with fresh water, then dry thoroughly. Note that
foreign matter inside the camera could cause damage not covered by the
warranty.
Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
Technical Notes
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Caring for the Camera
Storage
Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before
putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an
extended period. Do not store the camera with naptha or camphor moth balls, or
in any of the following locations:
Next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as
televisions or radios
Exposed to temperatures below 10 C (14 F) or above 50 C (122 F)
Poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60 %
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month.
Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera
away again.
C Notes on Smear
When framing bright subjects, vertical comet-like streaks that whiten toward either end may appear
in the display. This phenomenon, known as smear, does not indicate a malfunction.
In shooting modes other than sport continuous, multi-shot 16 or movie, smear has no effect on the
images that are recorded.
When using the sport continuous, multi-shot 16 and movie modes, however, we recommend that
you avoid shooting bright objects. Technical Notes
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Error Messages
The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the
monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them.
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Error Messages
149
Error Messages
Lens error. 17
Q Nikon-authorized service
representative.
USB cable
P
disconnected during Turn camera off and reconnect cable. 92
Communications error
printing.
Turn camera off, remove and reinsert
Error has occurred in
System error battery, and turn camera on. If error
cameras internal 16, 17
Q persists, contact retailer or Nikon-
circuitry.
authorized service representative.
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Error Messages
Technical Notes
151
Troubleshooting
If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems
below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information.
Display, Settings and Power Supply
Problem Cause/Solution A
Camera is off. 17
Battery is exhausted. 22
Standby mode for saving power: press the power switch 13, 17
or the shutter-release button.
Monitor is blank. When flash lamp blinks red, flash is charging. Wait until 31
charging has finished.
Camera and computer are connected via USB cable. 87
Camera and TV are connected via audio/video cable. 86
Interval timer photography in progress. 106
Adjust monitor brightness. 128
Monitor is hard to read.
Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor. 144
Battery is exhausted. 22
Camera turns off
Camera has turned off automatically to save power. 134
without warning.
Battery is cold. 145
Pictures recorded before clock was set, and Date not set 18, 125
indicator blinks during shooting, will have time stamp of
Date and time of 00/00/0000 00:00; movies and voice recordings will be
recording are not dated 01/01/09 00:00. Set the correct date and time
correct. using Date in the setup menu.
Check camera clock regularly against more accurate 125
timepieces and reset as required.
No information Hide info is selected for Photo info of the Monitor
128
displayed in monitor. settings option in the setup menu.
Date imprint not
Date has not been set. 18, 125
available.
Dates cannot be imprinted in the following situations.
When Museum or Panorama assist is selected for scene 40, 41
Date not appearing on
mode
pictures even when
Technical Notes
Shooting
Problem Cause/Solution A
When camera is in playback mode, press the A button. 8, 28
No picture taken when
When menus are displayed, press the d button. 12
shutter-release button
Battery is exhausted. 22
is pressed.
When flash lamp blinks red, flash is charging. 31
The intended subject is one with which autofocus does 27
not perform well.
Camera cannot focus.
Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto. 133
Turn camera off and then on again. 17
Use flash. 30
Use high sensitivity mode to take pictures. 50
Use vibration reduction and motion detection. 131, 132
Pictures are blurred.
Use D (Best Shot Selector). 105
Use a tripod to stabilize the camera (use with the self- 32
timer for best results).
Bright specks appear in
pictures shot using Flash is reflecting off particles in air. Turn flash W (off ). 31
flash.
Flash is W (off ). 30
Technical Notes
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Troubleshooting
Problem Cause/Solution A
Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu. 133
Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations.
- When Scene auto selector, Portrait or Night 36, 37, 42
Digital zoom cannot be portrait is selected for scene mode
used. - When smile mode is selected 52
- When Multi-shot 16 is selected for Continuous 105
- Before movie recording begins (digital zoom of up to 77
2 can be applied while movies are being recorded)
Image mode not Image mode cannot be adjusted when Multi-shot 16 is
105
available. selected for Continuous.
Off is selected for Shutter sound of the Sound settings 134
option in the setup menu.
Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected for 105
No sound when shutter Continuous in shooting menu.
is released. When Museum is selected in scene mode. 40
Sport continuous mode is selected. 48
D mode is selected. 77
Do not block the speaker. 4, 24
Off is selected for AF assist in the setup menu. 133
AF-assist illuminator
AF-assist illuminator turns off automatically in some scene 36 41
does not light.
modes.
Pictures appear
Lens is dirty. Clean lens. 144
smeared.
Colors are unnatural. White balance does not match light source. 102
The subject is dark, so shutter speed is too slow or ISO
Randomly spaced sensitivity is too high. Noise can be reduced by:
bright pixels (noise) Use flash. 30
appear in image. Specifying a lower ISO sensitivity setting. 108
Using a scene mode which has noise reduction ability. 36
Flash is W (off ). 30
Flash window is blocked. 24
Subject is beyond flash range. 30
Pictures are too dark
Adjust exposure compensation. 34
(underexposed).
Use high sensitivity mode, or raise the ISO sensitivity. 50, 108
Technical Notes
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Troubleshooting
Problem Cause/Solution A
When V (auto with red-eye reduction) or fill flash with
slow sync and red-eye reduction of the Night portrait
Unexpected results
scene mode is applied during shooting, In-Camera Red-Eye
occurred when flash is
Fix may, in very rare cases, be applied to areas not affected by 30, 37
set to auto with red-eye
red-eye. Set a flash mode other than V (auto with red-eye
reduction.
reduction) and select a scene mode other than Night
portrait, then shoot.
Playback
Problem Cause/Solution A
File was overwritten or renamed by computer or another
File cannot be played
make or model of camera.
back.
Interval timer photography in progress. 106
Cannot zoom in on Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures,
picture. or cropped copies smaller than 320 240 pixels.
Voice memos cannot be attached to movies. 80
Voice memos cannot be attached to pictures taken by 62
Cannot record voice
other cameras. Voice memos that are attached to the
memo.
picture using other cameras cannot be played back on
this camera.
These options cannot be used with movies. 80
These options cannot be used with pictures taken when 100
16:9 is applied in the Image mode setting.
Cannot use Quick Select picture that supports quick retouch, D-Lighting, 57
retouch, D-Lighting, crop or small picture.
crop, or small picture
Pictures taken with another make or model of camera
options cannot be edited.
Other cameras may be unable to play back, or transfer to
a computer, pictures edited with this camera.
The Video mode setting in setup menu has not been set 136
Technical Notes
correctly.
Pictures not displayed
Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card. 20
on television.
Remove memory card to play back pictures from internal
memory.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Cause/Solution A
The picture you want to display is sorted in another folder. 67
Pictures or movies recorded by another camera, and 120
pictures copied using Copy on another camera cannot be
The recorded pictures displayed in the auto sort mode.
are not displayed in Pictures in the internal memory or memory card may not
auto sort mode. be displayed if overwritten on a computer.
Up to 999 images can be added to each folder in the auto 68
sort mode. If the desired folder already contains 999
pictures, new pictures cannot be added.
Icon settings for favorite
folder revert back to
default settings, or
pictures that were Data in the memory card may not playback correctly if
added to favorites are overwritten using a computer.
not displayed during
favorite pictures
playback.
Camera is off. 17
Battery is exhausted. 22
USB cable is not correctly connected. 88
Camera is not recognized by the computer.
Nikon Transfer does not
Confirm that the operating system used is compatible 87
start when camera is
with the camera.
connected.
Computer is not set to launch Nikon Transfer
automatically.
For more information on Nikon Transfer, refer to help
information contained in Nikon Transfer.
Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card.
Pictures to be printed
Remove memory card to print pictures from internal 20
are not displayed.
memory.
Paper size cannot be selected from the camera if the printer
Cannot select paper size does not support the paper sizes used by the camera or the
93, 94
with camera. printer automatically selects the page size. Use the printer to
select page size.
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Specifications
Nikon COOLPIX S630 Digital Camera
Type Compact digital camera
Effective pixels 12.0 million
Image sensor 1/2.33-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 12.7 million
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Specifications
Power sources
AC Adapter EH-62F (optional)
Battery life* Approx. 220 shots (EN-EL12)
Dimensions Approx. 96.5 x 57.5 x 25.5 mm (3.8 2.3 1 in.) (excluding
(W H D) projections)
Weight Approx. 140 g (4.9 oz) (without battery and SD memory card)
Operating environment
Temperature 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F)
Humidity Less than 85 % (no condensation)
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Specifications
Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 operated at an ambient temperature of
25 C (77 F).
* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life
of camera batteries. Measured at 23 (2) C (73 (4) F); zoom adjusted with each shot, flash
fired with every other shot, image mode set to I Normal (4000). Battery life may vary
depending on shooting interval and length of time menus and images are displayed.
B Specifications
Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain.
The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Specifications
Supported Standards
DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital
camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera.
DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows
pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card.
Exif version 2.2: This camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for
Digital Still Cameras) version 2.2, a standard that allows information stored with
photographs to be used for optimal color reproduction when images are output
from Exif-compliant printers.
PictBridge: A standard developed cooperatively by the digital camera and
printer industries, allowing photographs to be output directly to a printer
without connecting the camera to a computer.
Technical Notes
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Index
Symbols AV cable 86, 142
R 47 B
k Apply selection button 10 Backlight o 41
A Auto mode 22 Battery 14, 16, 126
F Auto sort mode 67 Battery chamber 5
l Delete button 28, 29, 63, 80, 84 Battery charger 14, 142
o Exposure compensation 34 Battery latch 16
h Favorite pictures 70 Battery level indicator 22
m Flash mode 30 Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover
j Help 13 16, 20
B High sensitivity mode 50 Beach/snow g 37
C List by date mode 64 Best shot selector 105
p Macro mode 33 Blink proof 53
d Menu button 12 Blink warning 137, 138
D Movie mode 77 BSS 105
c Playback button 9, 28 Built-in flash 30
c Playback mode 28 Button sound 134
i Playback zoom 56
C Scene mode 35
C
Cable connector 86, 87, 91
n Self timer 32
Calendar display 55
z Setup menu 121
Center-weighted 104
A Shooting mode button 8
Charger 14, 142
a Smile mode 52
Close-up k 39
d Sport continuous mode 48
Color options 109
g Tele 25
Compression ratio 100
h Thumbnail playback 54, 55
Computer 87
f Wide 25
Connector cover 5
.AVI 143
Continuous 105
.JPG 143
Continuous mode 48
.WAV 143
Copy n 40
A Crop 60
AC adapter 142
Adding to favorites 72
D
Date 18, 125
AF area mode 110
Technical Notes
E Landscape c 36
EN-EL12 14 Language 136
Exposure compensation 34 Lens 4, 157
Extension 143 Lens cover 4
Eyelet for camera strap 5 Li-ion rechargeable battery 16
F List by date menu 66
List by date mode 64
Face priority 110
Lithium-ion type battery 14, 142
Favorite pictures menu 75
Favorite pictures mode 73 M
File name 143 Macro mode 33
Fill flash 30 Matrix 104
Fireworks show m 40 Memory capacity 22
Firmware version 141 Memory card 20, 142
Fixed range auto 108 Memory card slot 20
Flash lamp 31 Menus 123
Flash mode 30, 31 Metering 104
Flash off 30 Microphone 4
Focus 26, 79, 110 Monitor 6, 146
Focus indicator 6, 26 Monitor brightness 128
Focus lock 111 Monitor display settings 128
Folder name 143 Monitor settings 128
Food u 39, 44 Motion detection 23, 132
Format 21, 135 Movie length 78
Format the internal memory 135 Movie menu 78
Formatting 21, 135 Movie mode 77
FSCN 143 Movie playback 80
Full-frame playback 28, 29 Movie recording 77
Full-time AF 79, 113 Movie settings 78
H Multi-shot 16 105
Museum l 40
Help 13
High sensitivity mode 50 N
Histogram 34 Night landscape j 38
I Night portrait e 37
Nikon Transfer 87, 88
Technical Notes
Identifier 143
Number of exposures remaining 22, 101
Image copy 120
Image mode 100, 101 O
Image size 100 Optical zoom 25
Internal memory 20 Optional accessories 142
Internal memory indicator 23 P
Interval Timer Shooting 106 Panorama assist p 41, 46
ISO sensitivity 31, 108 Panorama Maker 87, 90
L Paper size 93, 94
Lamp indicator 5, 81 Party/indoor f 37
162
Index
Shooting menu 99
Shooting with Face Priority 112
Shooting-mode selection menu 8
Shutter button 13, 26
Shutter sound 134
Shutter speed 26
Single 105
Single AF 79, 113
Slide show 117
Slow sync 30
Small picture 61
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