Nikon COOLPIX S4300 Reference Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

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Introduction

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

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 S4300 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 S4300

Digital Camera

Stylus TP-1 Charging AC Adapter

Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 ViewNX 2 Installer CD Reference Manual CD

Camera Strap Rechargeable Li-ion Battery

EN-EL19

(with battery case)

USB Cable UC-E6

EH-69P*

• Warranty

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

shape varies with country or region of purchase (A18).

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” (A15).

To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations” (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 options 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 monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.

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.

Before Taking Important Pictures

Before taking pictures 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 normall y. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

NIKON WARRANTY.

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

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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 interna tional 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 (A88). 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.

• Return the battery to the battery

case for transportation. 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 CD-ROMs 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.

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.

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Notices

Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION S– 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 Operations................................................................................. 1

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

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

Operating the Touch Panel ............................................................................................................... 4

Tapping....................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Dragging .................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Dragging and Dropping................................................................................................................................... 4

Using the Stylus ..................................................................................................................................................... 5

Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch Panel......................................................... 6

Shooting Mode (Information Indicators)............................................................................................... 6

Shooting Mode (Operation Controls)...................................................................................................... 7

Playback Mode (Information Display)...................................................................................................... 8

Playback Mode (Operation Controls)....................................................................................................... 9

Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode ........................................................ 10

Using Menus (d Tab) ................................................................................................................................. 11

Pressing the Shutter-release Button....................................................................................................... 13

Attaching the Camera Strap ........................................................................................................................ 13

Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback..................................................................................... 15

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery..................................................................................................... 16

Preparation 2 Charge the Battery ................................................................................................. 18

Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card............................................................................................ 20

Internal Memory and Memory Cards ..................................................................................................... 21

Approved Memory Cards .............................................................................................................................. 21

Step 1 Turn the Camera On ............................................................................................................. 22

Turning the Camera On and Off................................................................................................................ 23

Setting the Display Language, Date and Time................................................................................. 24

Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode...................................................................................................... 26

Available Shooting Modes............................................................................................................................ 27

Step 3 Frame a Picture ...................................................................................................................... 28

Using the Zoom................................................................................................................................................... 29

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Step 4 Focus and Shoot .................................................................................................................... 30

Step 5 Play Back Images ................................................................................................................... 32

Changing How Images Are Displayed .................................................................................................. 33

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Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images................................................................................................... 34

Shooting Features............................................................................................................................ 37

Using A (Auto) Mode ....................................................................................................................... 38

Adjusting the A (Auto) Mode Settings ............................................................................................... 38

Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu................................................................................ 39

Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) .................................................................................. 41

Changing the Scene Mode Settings....................................................................................................... 41

Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)........................................................................................... 43

Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) ..................................................... 50

Changing Special Effects Mode Settings............................................................................................. 50

Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) ................................................. 51

Changing the Smart Portrait Mode Settings..................................................................................... 53

Smart Portrait Menu Options...................................................................................................................... 53

Basic Shooting Settings .................................................................................................................... 54

Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode .................................................................................. 54

Using the Flash (Flash Modes).................................................................................................................... 55

Using the Self-timer .......................................................................................................................................... 57

Using Macro Mode ............................................................................................................................................ 59

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ............................................................................ 61

Default Settings ................................................................................................................................................... 62

A Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) .............................................................................. 64

Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality) .............................................................................. 64

Functions that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously ............................................................... 66

Face Detection..................................................................................................................................... 68

Skin Softening ...................................................................................................................................... 70

Playback Features............................................................................................................................. 71

Selecting Certain Types of Images for Playback ...................................................................... 72

Available Playback Modes............................................................................................................................. 72

Switching Between Playback Modes ..................................................................................................... 73

Setting the Picture Rating ............................................................................................................................. 74

Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) ..................................................... 75

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer ......................................................... 76

Using ViewNX 2 ................................................................................................................................... 77

Installing ViewNX 2............................................................................................................................................ 77

Transferring Images to the Computer................................................................................................... 79

Viewing Images.................................................................................................................................................... 80

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Recording and Playing Back Movies.......................................................................................... 81

Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................... 82

Changing Movie Recording Settings (The Movie Menu) .......................................................... 85

Movie Playback .................................................................................................................................... 86

General Camera Setup.................................................................................................................... 87

The Setup Menu .................................................................................................................................. 88

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

Using the Draw Option ................................................................................................................ E2

Using Panorama Assist................................................................................................................. E3

Favorite Pictures Mode ................................................................................................................ E5

Adding Images to Albums ...................................................................................................................... E5

Viewing Images in an Album ................................................................................................................ E6

Removing Images from Albums ......................................................................................................... E7

Changing Icons Assigned to Albums............................................................................................... E8

Auto Sort Mode .............................................................................................................................. E9

List by Date Mode....................................................................................................................... E11

Editing Images (Still Images)................................................................................................... E12

Editing Functions....................................................................................................................................... E12

U Paint............................................................................................................................................................ E14

k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation................................................... E17

I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast............................................................ E18

P Stretch: Stretching Images ........................................................................................................... E19

O Perspective Control: Adjusting a Sense of Perspective.............................................. E20

i Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects ......................................................................... E21

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

Larger Eyes..................................................................................................................................................... E23

g Small Picture: Reducing Image Size ....................................................................................... E24

o Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy................................................................................................. E25

Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) ....................................................... E27

Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) .......................................................... E29

Connecting the Camera to a Printer.............................................................................................. E30

Printing Images One by One.............................................................................................................. E31

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

The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ......................................................................... E35

q/s/r Touch Shooting ................................................................................................................ E35

X ISO Sensitivity.................................................................................................................................... E42

C Continuous ............................................................................................................................................ E43

W White Balance (Adjusting Hue) .............................................................................................. E44

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The Smart Portrait Menu .......................................................................................................... E47

Introduction

The Playback Menu .................................................................................................................... E49

The Movie Menu.......................................................................................................................... E62

The Setup Menu .......................................................................................................................... E64

File and Folder Names............................................................................................................... E86

Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................. E87

Error Messages............................................................................................................................. E88

e Skin Softening ..................................................................................................................................... E47

y Blink Proof............................................................................................................................................... E48

a Smile Timer ........................................................................................................................................... E48

b Slide Show ............................................................................................................................................. E49

d Protect ..................................................................................................................................................... E51

a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order).......................................................................... E53

f Rotate Image......................................................................................................................................... E57

E Voice Memo............................................................................................................................................. E58

h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) ................................... E60

D Movie Options...................................................................................................................................... E62

n Movie AF Mode ................................................................................................................................ E62

Y Wind Noise Reduction ................................................................................................................... E63

c Welcome Screen................................................................................................................................. E64

d Time Zone and Date......................................................................................................................... E65

e Monitor Settings ................................................................................................................................ E68

C Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) .............................................................................. E70

g Vibration Reduction ......................................................................................................................... E71

U Motion Detection...............................................................................................................................

h AF Assist .................................................................................................................................................. E73

u Digital Zoom ........................................................................................................................................ E73

i Sound Settings .................................................................................................................................... E74

k Auto Off.................................................................................................................................................... E75

l/m Format Memory/Format Card ............................................................................................ E76

n Language ................................................................................................................................................. E77

o Video Mode ...................................................................................................................................... E77

V Charge by Computer ....................................................................................................................... E78

d Blink Warning........................................................................................................................................ E80

b Eye-Fi Upload........................................................................................................................................ E82

p Reset All.................................................................................................................................................... E83

r Firmware Version ............................................................................................................................. E85

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

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

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

The Battery......................................................................................................................................................... F3

Charging AC Adapter.................................................................................................................................. F4

Memory Cards ................................................................................................................................................. F4

Cleaning and Storage.................................................................................................................... F5

Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................................. F5

Storage................................................................................................................................................................. F5

Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................. F6

Specifications ................................................................................................................................. F13

Supported Standards ................................................................................................................................ F16

Index.................................................................................................................................................. F17

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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

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

Operating the Touch Panel.................................................4

Tapping..................................................................................................................................4

Dragging................................................................................................................................4

Dragging and Dropping ..................................................................................................4

Using the Stylus ..................................................................................................................5

Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch Panel ...6

Shooting Mode (Information Indicators) ..................................................................6

Shooting Mode (Operation Controls) ........................................................................7

Playback Mode (Information Display) ........................................................................8

Playback Mode (Operation Controls) .........................................................................9

Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode ................................10

Using Menus (d Tab) ................................................................................................ 11

Pressing the Shutter-release Button.........................................................................13

Attaching the Camera Strap........................................................................................13

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

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

Shooting and Playback” (A15).

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

1 Shutter-release button......................13, 30

Zoom control..................................................29

f: Wide-angle ..........................................29

g: Telephoto ...............................................29

h: Thumbnail playback .....................33

i: Playback zoom ....................................33

Power switch/power-on lamp

......................................................... 22, 23, E75

Lens cover closed

897

4 Flash ......................................................................55

Self-timer lamp...............................................57

AF-assist illuminator...................89, E73

6 Lens

7 Built-in microphone...................82, E58

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

9 Eyelet for camera strap..............................13

Parts of the Camera

Under the connector cover

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

1 Monitor/touch panel ....................................6

2 b (e movie-record) button...............82

Charge lamp....................................19, E79

Flash lamp......................................................... 55

4 A (shooting mode) button ..........10, 26

5 c (playback) button ................ 10, 32, 73

USB/audio/video output connector

........................................18, 76, E27, E30

7 Tripod socket

8 Speaker .............................................. 86, E59

Connector cover

.........................................18, 76, E27, E30

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover ...................16, 20

11 Memory card slot..........................................20

12 Battery chamber............................................16

13 Battery latch.............................................16, 17

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

Operating the Touch Panel

The monitor on the COOLPIX S4300 is a touch panel display. Use a finger or the included stylus to operate the touch panel.

Tapping

Tap the touch panel.

Use this operation to:

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

• Select icons.

• Select images in thumbnail playback mode

(A33).

• Perform touch shutter, touch AF/AE, or subject

tracking operations (A39).

• Display the menu options by tapping the d tab during shooting or playback (A11).

Dragging

Drag your finger across the touch panel and remove it from the touch panel.

Use this operation to:

• Scroll through images in full-frame playback mode (A32).

• Move the visible portion of an image enlarged with playback zoom (A33).

• Use sliders to adjust exposure compensation (A61) or other settings.

Dragging and Dropping

Place your finger on the touch panel, drag it to the desired location (1), and remove it from the touch panel (2).

Use this operation to:

• Apply the rating setting (A74).

Operating the Touch Panel

Using the Stylus

Use the stylus for operations, such as when using the draw option (A47) or the paint option (A75), that require more precision than using a finger.

Attaching the Stylus

Attach the stylus to the strap as shown.

B Notes About the Touch Panel

• Do not press on the touch panel with pointed objects other than the included stylus.

• Do not apply unnecessary pressure to the touch panel.

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B Notes About Tapping/Dragging

• The camera may not respond if your finger is left in one place too long.

• The camera may not respond if the followings are performed:

- Bounce your finger off the display.

- Drag your finger over too short a distance.

- Stroke the display too lightly.

- Move your finger too quickly.

• The camera may not respond if something else is touching the touch panel when your finger

touches it.

B Notes About the Touch Panel

• Keep the stylus out of reach of small children.

• Do not carry the camera by the stylus. The stylus may slip off the strap and the camera may fall.

Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch Panel

F3.5

250

50 50

Shooting Mode (Information Indicators)

•

The information displayed on the monitor varies with the camera settings or status. 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 (A88)). Tap A to display them again.

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213

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1/1/1/ F3.5

F3.5250

1 Shooting mode1....................38, 41, 50, 51

2 Macro mode....................................................59

3 Zoom indicator...................................... 29, 59

4 Focus indicator ..............................................30

5 AE/AF-L indicator ...................................E4

Eye-Fi communication indicator

.................................................................90, E82

7 Movie lengths.................................................82

Number of exposures remaining

(still images)

9 Internal memory indicator......................22

10 Vibration reduction icon..........89, E71

11 Motion detection icon ..............89, E72

“Date not set” indicator

............................................24, E65, E88

Travel destination icon .........88, E65

Indicators displayed vary with current shooting mode.

Indicator is displayed when there are 50 or fewer exposures remaining.

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250

1415

14 Aperture .............................................................30

15 Shutter speed .................................................30

Focus area

subject tracking mode

( Focus area (touch AF/AE)

..........................................................39, 40, E40

Focus area

(face or pet detection)...............30, 49, 51

19 Focus area (center)

20 Focus area (auto)..........................................30

21 n Self-timer indicator .............................57

22 Battery level indicator ................................22

Print date indicator ................88, E70

10 11 12 13

29 29

)............. 39, E38

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Shooting Mode (Operation Controls)

Tap the following controls to change settings.

• Tap the d tab to display the menu options and shooting settings can be changed (A11).

• The controls available and indicators displayed vary with shooting mode and the current camera settings.

4 5

1 d Tab ............................................................. 11

2 Slider display ...........................................42, 50

3 Touch AF/AE cancellation.............. E40

4 Basic shooting settings.............................54

5 Information redisplay.................................11

6 Menu options .................................................11

a Scene effect adjustment slider ........42

b Selective color adjustment slider

.............................................................................50

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0 0

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Playback Mode (Information Display)

• The information displayed on the monitor varies with the image played back and the current camera status.

• 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 (A88)).

1 23 4

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999

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Playback mode

.............................32, 72, E5, E9, E11

2 Protect icon......................................75, E51

Album icon in favorite pictures mode

Category icon in auto sort mode

d Paint icon ..................................75, E14

a Quick retouch icon .............75, E17

c D-Lighting icon .....................75, E18

i Filter effects icon..................75, E21

r Stretch icon .............................75, E19

q Perspective control icon

.........................................................75, E20

j Glamour retouch icon......75, E23

E Skin softening icon .............70, E23

Eye-Fi communication indicator

.................................................................90, E82

Indicators displayed vary with current playback mode.

Indicators displayed vary depending on the setting for shooting.

The icon for the selected album or category in auto sort mode currently selected in playback mode is displayed.

............. 72, E5

..............................72, E9

6 Internal memory indicator......................32

a Current frame number/

total number of frames ........................32

b Movie length...............................................86

Image mode

Movie options

9 File number and type .......................E86

10 Date/time of recording.............................24

11 Rating indicator .............................................74

C Small picture icon............... 75, E24

p Voice memo icon................75, E59

Print order icon ............................. 75, E53

13 Battery level indicator ................................22

..................................................64

.............................85, E62

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Playback Mode (Operation Controls)

Tap the following controls to change settings.

• Tap the d tab to display the menu options and deleting or editing will be available (A11).

• The controls available and indicators displayed vary with the image played back and the current camera settings.

1 Movie playback..............................................86

2 Rating Tab.........................................................74

3 Display previous/next image................32

2 3

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4 d tab ..............................................................11

5 Menu options .................................................12

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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 images.

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.

• 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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Shooting mode

Auto mode

Shooting mode selection

Playback mode

Play

Playback mode selection

• 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 (A26).

• 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 (A72).

• To select a desired shooting or playback mode, tap the icon of that mode.

Indicators and Operations of the Monitor/Touch Panel

Using Menus (d Tab)

During Shooting

Use the d tab to change the settings of each shooting mode.

• Change the settings before shooting.

• You can also change the general camera settings using the setup menu.

Tap the d tab

• The icons of menu options that can be changed in the current mode are displayed.

• If the d tab is hidden, tap A.

Tap a menu option

• The setting screen of the selected menu option is displayed.

• Tap z to display the setup menu.

• To hide the menu options, tap the d tab.

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Image mode

Tap a setting option to apply the setting

• Tap an icon to apply the setting of that item.

• To finish using the setting screen, tap H.

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During Playback

Use the d tab to delete or edit images.

• Select images before making changes. You can select images by dragging them while the menu option selection screen is displayed.

• You can also change the general camera settings using the setup menu.

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Tap the d tab

• The icons of menu options that can be changed in the current mode are displayed.

• If the d tab is hidden, tap the monitor.

Tap a menu option

• The setting screen of the selected menu option is displayed.

• Tap z to display the setup menu.

• To hide the menu options, tap the d tab.

Retouch

Tap a setting option to apply the setting

• To return to the previous screen, tap J.

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