Nikon COOLPIX S2600 Reference Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

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Introduction

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback

Shooting Features

Playback Features

Recording and Playing Back Movies

General Camera Setup

Reference Section

Technical Notes and Index

Introduction

Read This First

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S2600 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avi) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

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Confirming the Package Contents

In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera.

COOLPIX S2600

Digital Camera

Charging AC Adapter

EH-69P*

ViewNX 2 Installer CD Reference Manual CD

Camera Strap Rechargeable Li-ion Battery

EN-EL19

(with battery case)

USB Cable UC-E6 Audio Video Cable EG-CP14

• Warranty

* A plug adapter is included only in countries or regions where required, and its

shape varies with country or region of purchase (A16).

NOTE: A memory card is not included with the camera.

Read This First

About This Manual

If you want to start using the camera right away, see “Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback” (A13).

To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation” (A1).

Other Information

• Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual:

Symbol Description

A/E/FThese icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; E:

• SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this manual.

• 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 on a computer monitor appear in bold.

• In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.

• Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.

This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use, to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera.

“Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index.”

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Read This First

Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,

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continually updated information is available online at the following sites:

• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. Visit the site below for contact information.

http://imaging.nikon.com/

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, Charging AC Adapter, and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY

VOID YOUR The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the

Nikon holographic seal could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.

For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.

NIKON WARRANTY.

Holographic seal: Identifies this device as an authentic Nikon product.

Before Taking Important Images

Before taking imag es on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

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About the Manuals

• No part of the documentation included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.

• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in the documentation at any time and without prior notice.

• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.

• While every effort was made to ensure that the information in the documentation is accurate and

complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or om issions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.

• 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 builtin 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 user’s 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, images of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any images selected for the Select an image option in the Welcome screen setting (A82). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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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.

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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 malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or Charging AC Adapter, unplug the Charging AC Adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing or disconnecting the power source, take the equipment to a Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection.

Do not disassemble

Touching the internal parts of the camera or Charging AC Adapter could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or Charging 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.

Do not use the camera or Charging AC Adapter in the presence of flammable gas

Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

Handle the camera strap with care

Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child.

Keep out of reach of children

Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths.

Do not remain in contact with the camera, battery charger, or AC adapter for extended periods while the devices are on or in use.

Parts of the devices become hot. Leaving the devices in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.

For Your Safety

Observe caution when handling the battery

The battery may leak, overheat or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product:

• Before replacing the battery, turn

the product off. If you are using the Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

• Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion

Battery EN-EL19 (included). Charge the battery by using a camera that supports battery charging. To perform this operation, use either Charging AC Adapter EH-69P (included) or the Charge by computer function. The Battery Charger MH-66 (available separately) is also available to charge the battery without using a camera.

• When inserting the battery, do not

attempt to insert it upside down or backwards.

• Do not short or disassemble the

battery or attempt to remove or break the battery insulation or casing.

• Do not expose the battery to flame

or to excessive heat.

• Do not immerse in or expose to

water.

• Put the battery in the battery case

before transporting it. Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

• The battery is prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.

• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation.

• If liquid from the damaged battery comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Observe the following precautions when handling the Charging AC Adapter

• Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.

• Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.

• Do not handle the plug or go near the Charging AC Adapter during lightning storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the USB cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flames. Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

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For Your Safety

• Do not handle the plug or Charging AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

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• Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DCto-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.

Use appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.

Handle moving parts with care

Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.

CD-ROMs

The CD-ROMs included with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.

Observe caution when using the flash

Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject.

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Do not operate the flash with the flash window touching a person or object

Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.

Turn the power off when using inside an airplane or the hospital

Turn the power off while inside the airplane during take off or landing. Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital. The electromagnetic waves given out by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital.

Notices

Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed.

The power supply unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

CAUTIONS

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Interface Cables

Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.

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Notices

Notice for custome rs in the State of California

WARNING

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Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road

Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA

Tel: 631-547-4200

Notice for customers in Canada

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

ATTENTION

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Notices for customers in Europe

CAUTIONS RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT

TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES

ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

• This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries:

• All batteries, whether marked with this symbol or not, are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

Table of Contents

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... ii

Read This First ........................................................................................................................................ ii

Confirming the Package Contents ............................................................................................................. ii

About This Manual............................................................................................................................................... iii

Information and Precautions........................................................................................................................ iv

For Your Safety...................................................................................................................................... vi

WARNINGS............................................................................................................................................................... vi

Notices ..................................................................................................................................................... ix

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation................................................................................... 1

Parts of the Camera .............................................................................................................................. 2

The Camera Body ................................................................................................................................................. 2

Camera Controls Used in Shooting Mode............................................................................................ 4

Camera Controls Used in Playback Mode............................................................................................. 5

The Monitor.............................................................................................................................................................. 6

Basic Operations.................................................................................................................................... 8

Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode .......................................................... 8

Using the Multi Selector................................................................................................................................... 9

Using Menus (the d Button) ................................................................................................................. 10

Attaching the Camera Strap ........................................................................................................................ 11

Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback..................................................................................... 13

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery..................................................................................................... 14

Preparation 2 Charge the Battery ................................................................................................. 16

Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card............................................................................................ 18

Internal Memory and Memory Cards ..................................................................................................... 19

Approved Memory Cards .............................................................................................................................. 19

Step 1 Turn the Camera On ............................................................................................................. 20

Turning the Camera On and Off................................................................................................................ 21

Setting Display Language, Date and Time ......................................................................................... 22

Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode...................................................................................................... 24

Available Shooting Modes............................................................................................................................ 25

Step 3 Frame a Picture ...................................................................................................................... 26

Using the Zoom................................................................................................................................................... 27

Step 4 Focus and Shoot .................................................................................................................... 28

Step 5 Play Back Images ................................................................................................................... 30

Changing How Images Are Displayed .................................................................................................. 31

Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images................................................................................................... 32

Introduction

Shooting Features............................................................................................................................ 35

Table of Contents

A (Auto) Mode ................................................................................................................................... 36

Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings ....................................................................................................... 36

Shooting Menu Options in A (Auto) Mode..................................................................................... 37

Introduction

Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) .................................................................................. 39

Changing Scene Mode Settings................................................................................................................ 39

Scene Mode and Features ............................................................................................................................ 40

Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) ................................................. 46

Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings.............................................................................................. 48

Smart Portrait Menu Options...................................................................................................................... 48

Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector................................................................. 49

Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode .................................................................................. 49

Using the Flash (Flash Modes).................................................................................................................... 50

Using the Self-timer .......................................................................................................................................... 52

Using Macro Mode ............................................................................................................................................ 53

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ............................................................................ 54

Default Settings ................................................................................................................................................... 55

Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) .................................................................................... 57

Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality) .............................................................................. 57

Functions That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously............................................................... 59

Face Detection..................................................................................................................................... 61

Skin Softening ...................................................................................................................................... 63

Focus Lock ............................................................................................................................................. 64

Playback Features............................................................................................................................. 65

Selecting Certain Types of Images for Playback ...................................................................... 66

Available Playback Modes............................................................................................................................. 66

Switching Between Playback Modes ..................................................................................................... 66

Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) ..................................................... 67

Connecting the Camera to a Television, Computer, or Printer .......................................... 68

Using ViewNX 2 ................................................................................................................................... 69

Installing ViewNX 2............................................................................................................................................ 69

Transferring Images to the Computer................................................................................................... 71

Viewing Images.................................................................................................................................................... 72

Recording and Playing Back Movies.......................................................................................... 73

Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................... 74

Changing Movie Recording Settings (The Movie Menu) .......................................................... 77

Movie Playback .................................................................................................................................... 78

Operation during Movie Playback ........................................................................................................... 78

General Camera Setup.................................................................................................................... 81

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The Setup Menu .................................................................................................................................. 82

Reference Section ....................................................................................................................... E1

Using Panorama Assist................................................................................................................. E2

Favorite Pictures Mode ................................................................................................................ E4

Adding Images to Albums ...................................................................................................................... E4

Viewing Images in an Album ................................................................................................................ E5

Removing Images from Albums ......................................................................................................... E5

Changing Icons Assigned to Albums............................................................................................... E6

Auto Sort Mode .............................................................................................................................. E7

List by Date Mode.......................................................................................................................... E9

Editing Images (Still Images)................................................................................................... E10

Editing Functions....................................................................................................................................... E10

k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation................................................... E12

I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast ........................................................... E12

s Glamour Retouch: Softening Skin and Making Faces Looking Smaller with

Larger Eyes..................................................................................................................................................... E13

p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects.......................................................................... E14

g Small Picture: Reducing Image Size ...................................................................................... E15

a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy................................................................................................. E16

Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) ....................................................... E17

Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) .......................................................... E18

Connecting the Camera to a Printer.............................................................................................. E19

Printing Images One by One.............................................................................................................. E20

Printing Multiple Images....................................................................................................................... E21

The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ......................................................................... E24

White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ........................................................................................................ E24

Continuous.................................................................................................................................................... E26

ISO Sensitivity...............................................................................................................................................

Color Options............................................................................................................................................... E29

AF Area Mode .............................................................................................................................................. E30

Autofocus Mode......................................................................................................................................... E33

Smart Portrait Menu................................................................................................................... E34

Skin Softening ............................................................................................................................................. E34

Smile Timer ................................................................................................................................................... E34

Blink Proof....................................................................................................................................................... E35

The Playback Menu .................................................................................................................... E36

a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) ......................................................................... E36

b Slide Show.............................................................................................................................................. E40

d Protect ..................................................................................................................................................... E41

f Rotate Image......................................................................................................................................... E43

E Voice Memo............................................................................................................................................. E44

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h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) ................................... E46

The Movie Menu.......................................................................................................................... E47

Movie Options ............................................................................................................................................. E47

Introduction

Autofocus Mode......................................................................................................................................... E48

Wind Noise Reduction ........................................................................................................................... E48

The Setup Menu .......................................................................................................................... E49

Welcome Screen ........................................................................................................................................ E49

Time Zone and Date................................................................................................................................ E50

Monitor Settings......................................................................................................................................... E53

Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time)......................................................................................... E55

Electronic VR ................................................................................................................................................. E56

Motion Detection ...................................................................................................................................... E57

AF Assist........................................................................................................................................................... E58

Digital Zoom ................................................................................................................................................ E58

Sound Settings............................................................................................................................................ E59

Auto Off .......................................................................................................................................................... E59

Format Memory/Format Card ........................................................................................................... E60

Language........................................................................................................................................................ E61

Video Mode .................................................................................................................................................. E61

Charge by Computer............................................................................................................................... E62

Blink Warning ............................................................................................................................................... E64

Reset All ........................................................................................................................................................... E66

Firmware Version ...................................................................................................................................... E68

Image/Sound File and Folder Names .................................................................................. E69

Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................. E70

Error Messages............................................................................................................................. E

Technical Notes and Index......................................................................................................... F1

Maximizing Camera Life and Performance............................................................................ F2

The Camera ....................................................................................................................................................... F2

The Battery......................................................................................................................................................... F4

Charging AC Adapter.................................................................................................................................. F5

Memory Cards ................................................................................................................................................. F5

Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................................. F6

Storage................................................................................................................................................................. F6

Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................. F7

Specifications ................................................................................................................................. F15

Supported Standards ................................................................................................................................ F18

Index.................................................................................................................................................. F19

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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

This chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains how to use basic camera features.

Parts of the Camera ............................................................2

The Camera Body ..............................................................................................................2

Camera Controls Used in Shooting Mode ................................................................4

Camera Controls Used in Playback Mode .................................................................5

The Monitor .........................................................................................................................6

Basic Operations .................................................................8

Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode ..................................8

Using the Multi Selector ..................................................................................................9

Using Menus (the d Button) .................................................................................10

Attaching the Camera Strap .......................................................................................11

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

If you want to start using the camera right away, see “Basic Steps for

Shooting and Playback” (A13).

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

1 2 34 5 6

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

Lens cover closed

1 Shutter-release button....................4, 5, 28

Zoom control........................................4, 5, 27

f: Wide-angle.....................................4, 27

g: Telephoto..........................................4, 27

h: Thumbnail playback................5, 31

i: Playback zoom...............................5, 31

j: Help..........................................................39

Power switch/power-on lamp

.........................................................................20, 21

4 Flash......................................................................50

Self-timer lamp ..............................................52

AF-assist illuminator....................................83

6 Lens

7 Built-in microphone................... 74, E44

8 Lens cover.....................................................F2

9 Eyelet for camera strap .............................11

Parts of the Camera

3 4

6 7

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

Charge lamp....................................17, E63

Flash lamp......................................................... 50

2 b (e movie-record) button.....4, 5, 74

A (shooting mode) button

..................................................................4, 5, 8, 24

4 c (playback) button .........4, 5, 8, 30, 66

5 Multi selector .....................................................9

6 k (apply selection) button.................5, 9

7 l (delete) button ......4, 5, 32, 79, E45

8 d button.............4, 5, 10, 36, 67, 77, 82

9 Monitor..........................................................6, 24

USB/audio/video output connector

.........................................16, 68, E17, E19

11 Tripod socket............................................F16

12 Speaker .............................................. 78, E44

Connector cover

.........................................16, 68, E17, E19

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover ...................14, 15

15 Battery chamber............................................14

16 Memory card slot..........................................18

17 Battery latch.....................................................14

Parts of the Camera

Camera Controls Used in Shooting Mode

Control Name Main function A

Shooting mode

button

Changes the shooting mode (displays the shooting-mode selection screen).

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

Zoom control

Multi selector

Menu button Displays and hides the menu.

Shutter-release

button

Movie-record

button

Playback button Plays back images.

Delete button Deletes the last image that was saved. 32

Zooms in and out; rotate to g (i) to zoom in, and rotate to f (h) to zoom out.

See “Using the Multi Selector” for more information.

When pressed halfway (i.e., if you stop pressing when you feel resistance): Sets focus and exposure. When pressed all the way: Releases the shutter.

Starts and stops movie recording. 74

9, 10

10, 36, 77, 82

30, 66, 78

Parts of the Camera

Camera Controls Used in Playback Mode

Control Name Main function A

• Changes the playback mode (displays

Playback button

Zoom control

the playback-mode selection screen).

• When the camera is turned off, press and hold this button to turn the camera on in playback mode.

• When displaying images, rotate to g (i) to magnify the image, and rotate to f (h) to display image thumbnails or the calendar.

• Adjust the volume.

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

Multi selector

Apply selection

button

Menu button Displays and hides the menu.

Delete button Deletes images. 32

Shooting mode

button

Shutter-release

button

Movie-record

button

See “Using the Multi Selector” for more information.

• Switches from image thumbnail or zoomed image display to full-frame display.

• Adds and removes favorite pictures.

• Plays back movies.

Switches to shooting mode.

9, 10

E4, E5

10, 67, 82

–

Parts of the Camera

1010 2

9 9 9

9 9 9 9

9 9 9

1 60 0

F 3.2

+1.0

1 /2 5 0

2 9 m 0 s

The Monitor

The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. At the default setting, the indicators below are displayed when the camera is turned on or is in operation, and they disappear after a few seconds elapse (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A82)).

Shooting Mode

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

34 33

1 3

+1.0

1 600

1 /250

F3.2

202119

2223

29m 0s

999

9999

10 11

1 Shooting mode .....................24, 36, 39, 46

2 Macro mode....................................................53

3 Zoom indicator...................................... 27, 53

4 Focus indicator ..............................................28

5 AE/AF-L indicator ...................................E3

6 Flash mode.......................................................50

7 Print date ...........................................82, E55

8 Battery level indicator................................ 20

9 Electronic VR....................................83, E56

10 Motion detection .........................83, E57

11 Wind noise reduction ................77, E48

“Date not set” indicator

................................................ 22, E50, E71

13 Travel destination.........................82, E50

14 Movie options ................................77, E47

15 Movie length...................................................74

16 Image mode ....................................................57

Number of exposures remaining

(still images).....................................................20

18 Internal memory indicator......................20

19 Aperture value................................................28

20 Shutter speed .................................................28

21 Focus area (auto) ..................28, 38, E30

Focus area (for manual or center)

................................................................. 38, E31

Focus area (face detection, pet

detection)..................28, 38, 45, 46, E30

Focus area (subject tracking)

................................................................. 38, E31

25 ISO sensitivity ................................. 37, E28

26 Exposure compensation value ............54

27 Color options ................................. 38, E29

28 White balance mode................. 37, E24

29 Skin softening................................48, E34

Continuous shooting mode

................................................................. 37, E26

31 Blink proof........................................ 48, E35

32 Self-timer indicator......................................52

33 Smile timer.......................................48, E34

34 Pet portrait auto release...................45, 52

Playback Mode

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Parts of the Camera

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1 Date of recording......................................... 22

2 Time of recording.........................................22

3 Voice memo icon .........................67, E44

Album icon in

favorite pictures mode................ 66, E4

Category icon in

auto sort mode................................ 66, E7

List by date icon.............................. 66, E9

5 Battery level indicator................................ 20

6 Protect icon......................................67, E41

7 Print order icon..............................67, E36

Image mode....................................................57

Movie options ................................77, E47

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a Current frame number/

total number of frames ........................30

b Movie length...............................................78

10 Internal memory indicator......................30

11 Movie playback guide ...............................78

12 Add to album guide .............................E4

13 Volume indicator ......................... 78, E44

14 D-Lighting icon............................. 67, E12

15 Quick retouch icon..................... 67, E12

16 Filter effects icon..........................67, E14

17 Small picture icon ....................... 67, E15

18 Glamour retouch icon ..............67, E13

19 File number and type .......................E69

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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

Basic Operations

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Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode

The camera has two modes of operation: Shooting mode, which is used for taking pictures, and playback mode, which is used for viewing pictures.

While using shooting mode, press the c (playback) button to switch to playback mode; while using playback mode, press the A (shooting mode) button to switch to shooting mode.

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

• While using playback mode, you can also switch to shooting mode by pressing

the shutter-release button or the b (e movie-record) button.

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Auto mode

Shooting-mode selection

Playback-mode selection

Play

• If you press the A (shooting mode) button while the shooting screen is

displayed, the shooting-mode selection menu is displayed, from which you can select one of the available shooting modes (A24).

• If you press the c (playback) button while the playback screen is displayed, the

playback-mode selection menu is displayed, from which you can select one of the available playback modes (A66).

Basic Operations

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Using the Multi Selector

Operate by pressing the multi selector up (H), down (I), left (J), or right (K), or pressing the k button.

Shooting Mode

Display m (flash mode) menu (A50) or move cursor up

Display o (exposure

Display n (self-timer)

menu (A52)

compensation) guide (A54)

Apply selection

Display p (macro mode) menu (A53) or move cursor down

Playback Mode

Select previous image or move the displayed area

when the image is magnified

(A31)

Add image to album (A66,

E4), remove image from album

(A66, E5), or play back

movies (A78)*

Select next image or move the displayed area when the image is magnified (A31)

* When displaying image thumbnails or when the image is magnified, this button switches

the camera to full-frame display.

Menu Screen

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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

Move cursor left or

return to the

previous screen

Move cursor down

Move cursor up

Move cursor right or go to next screen (apply selection)

Apply selection (go to the next screen)

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance

Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode Autofocus mode

Beach

Basic Operations

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Using Menus (the d Button)

If you press the d button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings.

Shooting mode

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

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Shooting menu

Image mode

Tabs

White balance

Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode Autofocus mode

Atab:

Displays the settings that can be changed for the current shooting mode (A24). Depending on the current shooting mode, the tab icon that is displayed will be different.

D tab:

Displays the settings that deal with movie recording.

z tab:

Displays the setup menu, where you can change a number of general settings.

C If Tabs are not Displayed

If you press the d button and the screen that allows you to change the image mode is displayed, press the multi selector J to display the tabs.

Playback menu

Tabs

Quick retouch

D-Lighting Glamour retouch Filter effects Print order Slide show Protect

ctab:

Displays the settings that can be changed for the current playback mode (A66). Depending on the current playback mode, the tab icon that is displayed will be different.

z tab:

Displays the setup menu, where you can change a number of general settings.

Image mode

4320×3240

2448

3264

1704

2272

1200

1600

480

640 4224

2376

Switching Between Tabs

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode Autofocus mode

Press the multi selector J to highlight the tab.

Selecting Items

Shooting menu

Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity

Color options

AF area mode Autofocus mode

Press the multi selector H or I to select a tab, and press either the k button or K.

Basic Operations

Set up

Welcome screen

Time zone and date

Monitor settings Print date Electronic VR Motion detection AF assist

The selected menu is displayed.

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation

Set up

Blink warning

Reset all Firmware version

Select an item with the multi selector H or I and press either K or the

Blink warning

O

Select an item with H or I and press the k

button.

k button.

C When the Menu Contains Two or More Pages

The scroll bar is displayed when all of the menu items do not fit on one screen.

Attaching the Camera Strap

When you finish changing the settings, press the d button to exit the menu.

Set up

Digital zoom

Sound settings Auto o Format card Language Video mode Charge by computer

Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback

Preparation

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery ....................................................................................14

Preparation 2 Charge the Battery .................................................................................16

Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card ............................................................................18

Shooting

Step 1 Turn the Camera On .............................................................................................20

Setting Display Language, Date and Time (First Use Only) .............................22

Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode ......................................................................................24

Step 3 Frame a Picture ......................................................................................................26

Step 4 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................28

Playback

Step 5 Play Back Images ...................................................................................................30

Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images ..................................................................................32

Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

2 Insert the included

Rechargeable Li-ion Battery

Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback

EN-EL19.

• Use the battery to push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) and fully insert the battery (2).

• When the battery is properly inserted, the battery latch will lock it in place.

B Inserting the Battery Correctly

Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Be sure to check that the battery is in the correct orientation.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

• Charge the b attery before first use or when it is running low. See page 16 for more information.

Battery latch

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