Nikon COOLPIX S6150 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

User’s Manual

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Introduction

First Steps

Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode

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.

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-EL12 (supplied). Charge the battery by using a camera that supports battery charging or by using a Battery Charger MH-65 (available separately). To charge the battery with the camera, use either Charging AC Adapter EH-69P (supplied) or the Charge by computer function.

• 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.

•

• Replace the terminal cover when

transporting the battery. 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.

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

• 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.

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For Your Safety

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 supplied 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 1 m (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.

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.

Notices

Notice for customers in the State of California

WARNING

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

For Your Safety........................................................................................................................................ ii

WARNINGS..................................................................................................................................................................ii

Notices ....................................................................................................................................................... v

Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1

About This Manual ................................................................................................................................1

Information and Precautions............................................................................................................. 2

Parts of the Camera............................................................................................................................... 4

The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................................................4

Basic Operations.....................................................................................................................................6

The A (Shooting Mode) Button..................................................................................................................6

The c (Playback) Button .................................................................................................................................6

The b (e Movie-record) Button..............................................................................................................6

Shutter-release Button........................................................................................................................................7

Attaching the Camera Strap............................................................................................................................7

Operating the Touch Panel ................................................................................................................ 8

Tapping.........................................................................................................................................................................8

Dragging......................................................................................................................................................................8

Dragging and Dropping.....................................................................................................................................8

Using the Stylus.......................................................................................................................................................9

Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations.......................................10

Shooting (Information Display)...................................................................................................................10

Shooting (Operation Controls)....................................................................................................................11

Playback (Information Display)....................................................................................................................12

Playback (Operation Controls).....................................................................................................................13

Operating the Tabs.............................................................................................................................................14

First Steps............................................................................................................................................. 16

Inserting the Battery ...........................................................................................................................16

Removing the Battery.......................................................................................................................................17

Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................18

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

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

Inserting Memory Cards ....................................................................................................................24

Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................24

Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode...............................................................26

Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode.......................................................26

Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode...............................................................................................27

Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................28

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

Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................................30

Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Images...................................................................................32

Playing Back Images (Playback Mode)....................................................................................................32

Deleting Unwanted Images..........................................................................................................................33

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Using the Basic Shooting Functions .............................................................................................34

m Flash Mode......................................................................................................................................................34

n Taking Pictures with the Self-timer..................................................................................................37

p Macro Mode ...................................................................................................................................................39

o Changing the Brightness Using Exposure Compensation................................................40

More on Shooting ............................................................................................................................. 41

Selecting a Shooting Mode..............................................................................................................41

Adjusting the A (Auto) Mode setting .........................................................................................44

A Image Mode (Changing Image Quality/Image Size) ............................................................45

q Touch Shutter (Tapping the Monitor to Release the Shutter)........................................47

s Subject Tracking (Focusing on a Moving Subject).................................................................50

r Touch AF/AE (Tapping the Monitor to Focus)..........................................................................52

E ISO Sensitivity ................................................................................................................................................55

C Continuous .....................................................................................................................................................56

w White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ..........................................................................................................57

Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)...................................................................................59

Selecting a Scene Mode..................................................................................................................................59

Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera

(Scene Auto Selector)........................................................................................................................................62

Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features).....................................................................64

Using the Draw Option....................................................................................................................................72

Shooting for a Panorama................................................................................................................................74

Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode).........................................................................76

Changing the Smart Portrait Mode Settings......................................................................................78

Camera Settings That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously...................................................80

More on Playback..............................................................................................................................82

Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode....................................................................................82

Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback........................................................................83

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom..........................................................................................85

Selecting Playback Mode..................................................................................................................87

Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode).................................................................88

Adding Images to Albums.............................................................................................................................88

Viewing Images in an Album.......................................................................................................................90

Removing Images from Albums ................................................................................................................91

Operations in Favorite Pictures Mode....................................................................................................92

Changing Icons Assigned to Albums......................................................................................................93

Image Searching in Auto Sort Mode.............................................................................................95

Viewing Images in Auto Sort Mode.........................................................................................................95

Operations in Auto Sort Mode....................................................................................................................97

Selecting Images Captured on a Specific Day (List by Date Mode)...................................98

Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode...................................................................................................98

Operations in List by Date Mode...............................................................................................................99

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Playback Options .............................................................................................................................. 100

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Setting the Image Rating ............................................................................................................... 101

Playing Back Images by Rating.................................................................................................................101

b Enjoying Slide Show.................................................................................................................102

d Protecting Important Images (Protect)..............................................................................104

Protecting One Image...................................................................................................................................104

Protecting Multiple Images........................................................................................................................105

Removing Protection from Images.......................................................................................................105

a Creating a DPOF Print Order..................................................................................................106

Creating a Print Order for One Image..................................................................................................106

Creating a Print Order for Multiple Images.......................................................................................108

Canceling Print Order.....................................................................................................................................109

f Rotate Image ...............................................................................................................................110

E Voice Memo: Recording and Playback............................................................................... 111

Recording Voice Memos..............................................................................................................................111

Playing Voice Memos.....................................................................................................................................112

Deleting Voice Memos..................................................................................................................................112

Editing Images..................................................................................................................................113

Editing Functions..............................................................................................................................113

Image Editing ..................................................................................................................................... 115

U Paint.................................................................................................................................................................115

k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation........................................................118

I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast.................................................................119

P Stretch: Stretching Images................................................................................................................120

O Perspective Control: Adjusting a Sense of Perspective...................................................121

i Filter Effects (Digital Filter).................................................................................................................122

j Glamour Retouch....................................................................................................................................124

g Small Picture: Decreasing Image Size.........................................................................................126

o Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy ....................................................................................................127

Movie Recording and Playback..................................................................................................128

Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................. 128

Changing the Movie Recording Settings..........................................................................................130

D Movie Options ..........................................................................................................................................130

n Movie AF Mode .......................................................................................................................................131

Y Wind Noise Reduction .........................................................................................................................132

Movie Playback..................................................................................................................................133

Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers..........................................................134

Connecting to a TV...........................................................................................................................134

Connecting to a Computer............................................................................................................ 137

Before Connecting the Camera...............................................................................................................137

Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer...................................................................138

Charging While Connecting to a Computer...................................................................................142

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Connecting to a Printer................................................................................................................... 143

Connecting the Camera to a Printer.....................................................................................................144

Printing Images One at a Time.................................................................................................................145

Printing Multiple Images..............................................................................................................................146

Basic Camera Setup ........................................................................................................................149

Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................... 149

Operating the Setup Menu........................................................................................................................150

c Welcome Screen................................................................................................................................151

d Time Zone and Date........................................................................................................................152

e Monitor Settings ................................................................................................................................155

f Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) ................................................................................157

g Vibration Reduction.........................................................................................................................158

U Motion Detection..............................................................................................................................159

h AF Assist...................................................................................................................................................160

u Digital Zoom .......................................................................................................................................160

i Sound Settings....................................................................................................................................161

k Auto Off ...................................................................................................................................................162

l/m Format Memory/Format Card...................................................................................................163

n Language................................................................................................................................................164

H TV Settings ............................................................................................................................................164

V Charge by Computer ......................................................................................................................165

d Blink Warning.......................................................................................................................................166

p Reset All...................................................................................................................................................168

h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)...................................171

r Firmware Version ..............................................................................................................................172

Caring for the Camera....................................................................................................................173

Maximizing Camera Life and Performance.............................................................................. 173

Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................175

Storage....................................................................................................................................................................175

Technical Notes and Index...........................................................................................................176

Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 176

Approved Memory Cards............................................................................................................................177

File and Folder Names..................................................................................................................... 178

Error Messages...................................................................................................................................179

Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................184

Specifications .....................................................................................................................................192

Supported Standards.....................................................................................................................................196

Index...................................................................................................................................................... 197

Introduction

About This Manual

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S6150 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.

Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used:

This icon marks cautions, information that should be read

before use, to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful

when using the camera.

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

the camera.

This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere

in this manual.

Notations

• Secure Digital (SD) memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card are referred to as “memory card.”

• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”

• The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of

buttons or messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold.

Screen Samples

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

Illustrations and Screen Display

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

C Internal Memory and Memory Cards

Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and delete, playback and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or accessed for picture storage, deletion, or viewing.

Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites:

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

• For users in Europe and Africa: http://ww w.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 charger, 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 normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

About the Manuals

• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,

• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in

• 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 these manuals is accurate and

NIKON WARRANTY.

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

stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.

these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

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

Information and Precautions

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 i llegal cop ies 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, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for the welcome screen (A 151). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

Introduction

Under the connector cover

1 Shutter-release button..............................30

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

f : wide-angle .......................................29

g : telephoto..........................................29

h : thumbnail playback ...................83

i : playback zoom..............................85

Power switch/power-on lamp

......................................................................26, 162

4 Built-in microphone (stereo)....111, 128

5 Flash......................................................................34

Self-timer lamp..............................................37

AF-assist illuminator.................................160

Lens cover closed

12 3

7 Lens.........................................................175, 192

8 Lens cover......................................................173

Power connector cover (for

connection with an optional AC

Adapter) ..........................................................176

10 Eyelet for camera strap................................7

11 Connector cover...................134, 138, 144

12 HDMI mini connector (Type C).........135

USB/audio/video output connector

..........................................................134, 138, 144

5 6

Parts of the Camera

1 b (e movie-record) button....... 6, 128

Charge lamp......................................... 19, 165

Flash lamp.........................................................35

3 A (shooting mode) button.............6, 41

4 c (playback) button...................6, 32, 87

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover...................16, 24

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6 Battery latch.............................................16, 17

7 Battery chamber............................................16

8 Memory card slot..........................................24

9 Tripod socket

10 Monitor/touch panel..................................10

11 Speaker ................................................. 112, 133

Basic Operations

The A (Shooting Mode) Button

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The c (Playback) Button

The b (e Movie-record) Button

• Press the A button in playback mode to enter

shooting mode.

• Press the A button in shooting mode to display

the shooting-mode selection menu and switch shooting modes (A 41).

• Press the c button in shooting mode to enter

playback mode.

• Press the c button in playback mode to display

the playback-mode selection menu and switch playback modes (A 87).

• If the camera is turned off, hold down the c

button to turn the camera on in playback mode.

• Press the b (e movie-record) button in shooting mode to start movie recording (A 128). Press the b (e movie-record) button again to stop movie recording.

• Press the b (e movie-record) button in playback mode to enter shooting mode.

Basic Operations

Shutter-release Button

The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value) are set. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

While the shutter-release button is held in this position, release the shutter and take a picture by pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred images.

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Press the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure

Attaching the Camera Strap

Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take a picture

Operating the Touch Panel

The monitor on the COOLPIX S6150 is a touch panel display. Use a finger or the supplied stylus to operate the touch panel.

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Tapping

Tap the touch panel.

Use this operation to: Select icons or other controls Select images in thumbnail playback mode (A 83) Perform touch shutter (A 47), subject tracking

(A 50), or touch AF/AE (A 52) operations Drag the tab to display the setting controls during

shooting or playback (A 14)

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

(A 32) Move the visible portion of an image enlarged with

playback zoom (A 85) Use sliders to adjust exposure compensation (A 40) 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 (A 101)

Operating the Touch Panel

Using the Stylus

Use the stylus for operations that require more precision than using a finger, such as when using the draw option (A 72) or the paint option (A 116).

Attaching the Stylus

Attach the stylus to the strap as shown.

B Notes on the Touch Panel

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

• Do not apply unnecessary pressure to the touch panel.

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B Notes on Tapping/Dragging

• When tapping, the camera may not respond if your finger is left in one place too long.

• When dragging, the camera may not respond if you do any of the following:

- Bounce your finger off the display

- Drag your finger over too short a distance

- Stroke the display too lightly

- Move your finger too quickly

• When tapping the touch panel, the camera may not respond properly if something else is touching another area of the touch panel.

B Notes on the Stylus

• 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.

Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations

1 1

F3.7

250

Shooting (Information Display)

Displayed information on the monitor varies depending on the camera settings or status.

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213 78 9

1/1/1/ F3.7

F3.7250

250

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1 Shooting mode1...........................26, 59, 76

2 Macro mode....................................................39

3 Zoom indicator......................................29, 39

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

5 AE/AF-L indicator .........................................75

“Date not set” indicator..................... 179

Print date indicator..............................157

7 Travel destination icon ..........................152

8 Motion detection...................................... 159

9 Vibration reduction icon.......................158

10 Focus area (auto)..........................................30

Indicators displayed vary with current shooting mode.

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

1 1

11 Focus area (center)

Focus area

(face detection, pet detection)....30, 76

13 Focus area (touch AF/AE)........................52

14 Focus area (

a Number of exposures remaining

(still images)2.............................................26

b Movie length...........................................128

16 Internal memory indicator......................27

17 Aperture.............................................................30

18 Shutter speed .................................................30

19 Battery level indicator................................26

505050

subject tracking mode

).... 50

Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations

Shooting (Operation Controls)

Tap the following controls to change settings.

• Tap the tab to display the setting controls and shooting settings can be

changed (A 14).

• The controls available and indicators displayed vary with shooting mode and

the current camera settings.

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1 Tab.........................................................................14

2 Scene effect adjustment slider............ 61

3 Setting controls.............................................15

4 Touch AF/AE cancellation.......................52

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Playback (Information Display)

The following monitor display shows information for the image currently displayed and camera status.

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• The displayed information varies depending on the image played back and the

current camera status.

• Indicators below are displayed when turning on the camera or operating the

camera, and turn off after a few seconds elapse (A 155).

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1 Playback mode1.....................32, 88, 95, 98

2 File number and type............................. 178

3 Date/time of recording.............................22

Image mode2.............................................45

Movie options2.......................................130

5 Print order icon...........................................106

6 Protect icon................................................... 104

Album icon in

favorite pictures mode3...........................90

Category icon in

auto sort mode3............................................95

a Quick retouch icon ..........................118

c D-Lighting icon ..................................119

j Glamour retouch icon ...................124

i Filter effects icon...............................122

d Paint icon ...............................................115

r Stretch icon ..........................................120

q Perspective control icon............... 121

a Crop icon ...............................................127

p Voice memo icon..............................112

C Small picture icon.............................126

a Current frame number/

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

b Movie length...........................................133

10 Internal memory indicator......................27

11 Rating indicator..........................................101

12 Battery level indicator................................26

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.

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Playback (Operation Controls)

Tap the following controls to change settings.

• Tap the tab to display the setting controls and delete or edit images (A 14).

• The controls available and indicators displayed vary with the image played back

and the current camera settings.

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1 Movie playback........................................... 133

2 Tab.........................................................................14

3 Setting controls.............................................15

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Operating the Tabs

When in shooting or playback mode, use the setting controls to make shooting or playback settings. Display the controls by tapping the tab at the bottom, left and

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right sides of the monitor.

• Tap the icon of the desired item to display the setting screen for that item.

• Tap z (setup) in the setting controls to make the basic camera settings.

• When H or J is displayed on the setting screen, tap H to exit the setting

screen. Tap J to return to the previous screen.

• Tap the tab again to hide the setting controls.

Tap the tab to display the

icons of settings that can

be changed in the

current mode.

Tap an icon to display the

setting screen of that

Tap an icon to apply the

setting of that item.

Tap the tab again to hide

item.

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Tap z to display the setup menu.

Return to the previous screen.

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Shooting

Shooting settings can be made.

• The available setting items vary depending on the shooting mode (A 41).

• Each icon also indicates the current setting.

m Flash mode..............................................34

n Self-timer ...................................................37

p Macro mode ...........................................39

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o Exposure compensation .................40

A Image mode ...........................................45

Touch shooting

Touch shutter...................................47

Subject tracking..............................50

Touch AF/AE .....................................52

E ISO sensitivity .........................................55

C Continuous..............................................56

w White balance........................................57

D Movie options .....................................130

nMovie AF mode .................................131

Y Wind noise reduction.....................132

3 z Set up .......................................................149

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Images can be edited and deleted, and playback settings can be made.

• The available setting items vary depending on the type of image or playback mode.

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1 Rating................................................................101

h Add images to albums (except in

favorite pictures mode) ...................88

Remove images from albums (in

favorite pictures mode) ...................91

c Delete..........................................................33

b Slide show.............................................102

d Protect .....................................................104

a DPOF print order ...............................106

U Paint ..........................................................115

M Retouch...................................................113

E Voice memo.........................................111

3 z Set up .......................................................149

First Steps

Inserting the Battery

Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) into the camera.

• Charge the battery before the first use or when the battery is running low (A 18).

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot

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cover.

2 Insert the battery.

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

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

B Inserting the Battery

Inserting the battery upside down or backw ards 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.

Battery chamber

Inserting the Battery

Removing the Battery

Turn the camera off (A 21) and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1). The battery can then be removed by hand (2).

• Note that the camera, battery, and memory card may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing the battery.

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B Notes on the Battery

• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page iii and the section, “The Battery”

(A 174), before using the battery.

• If the battery is not used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months and

completely exhaust it before returning it to storage.

Charging the Battery

Charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 inserted into the camera, by connecting the supplied Charging AC Adapter EH-69P to the camera via the supplied USB Cable UC-E6, and then plugging the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet.

1 Prepare the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P.

First Steps

If a plug adapter* is included, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.

* The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or

region in which the camera was purchased. The Charging AC Adapter comes with the plug adapter attached in Argentina, Brazil, and Korea.

2 Insert the battery (A 16).

Do not turn the camera on.

3 Use the supplied USB cable to connect the Charging AC Adapter to the

camera.

Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.

USB cable

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