Nikon COOLPIX S9050 Reference Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference 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.

otices 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

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

Basic Operations.....................................................................................................................................9

Raising and Lowering the Flash (K Flash Pop-up Control).....................................................9

The Shutter-release Button...............................................................................................................................9

Mode Dial .................................................................................................................................................................10

The c (Playback) Button...............................................................................................................................10

The b (e Movie-record) Button.............................................................................................................10

The Rotary Multi Selector................................................................................................................................11

Using Camera Menus........................................................................................................................................12

Switching Between the Tabs on Menu Screens...............................................................................13

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

First Steps............................................................................................................................................. 14

Inserting the Battery ...........................................................................................................................14

Removing the Battery.......................................................................................................................................15

Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................16

Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................19

Setting Display Language, Date, and Time ................................................................................20

Inserting Memory Cards ....................................................................................................................22

Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................22

Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode............................................................... 24

Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode .......................................................24

Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode...............................................................................................25

Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................26

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

Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................................28

Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Images...................................................................................30

Playing Back Images (Playback Mode)....................................................................................................30

Deleting Unwanted Images..........................................................................................................................31

Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................32

Setting the Flash Mode....................................................................................................................................33

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ...............................................................................................35

Taking Pictures with the Smile Timer ...........................................................................................37

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

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Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, and Hue .............................40

Operating the Creative Slider.......................................................................................................................41

Adjusting Exposure Compensation.........................................................................................................44

More on Shooting .............................................................................................................................45

Selecting a Shooting Mode (Mode Dial)......................................................................................45

Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu) ...........................................................46

Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size).............................................................................................47

White Balance (Adjusting Hue)...................................................................................................................49

Metering....................................................................................................................................................................51

ISO Sensitivity.........................................................................................................................................................52

AF Area Mode ........................................................................................................................................................53

Autofocus Mode...................................................................................................................................................60

Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)...................................................................................61

Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector).............62

Choosing a Scene and Shooting (Scene Mode Types and Characteristics)....................64

Shooting with Easy Panorama.....................................................................................................................75

Playing Images Captured with Easy Panorama................................................................................77

Shooting with Panorama Assist..................................................................................................................78

Burst Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)...........................................................................80

Changing Continuous Shooting Mode Settings .............................................................................82

Applying Effects When Shooting (Special Effects Mode)......................................................85

Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously ...................................................87

More on Playback..............................................................................................................................89

Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode....................................................................................89

Displaying the Histogram and Shooting Information..................................................................91

Playing Images Captured Using Continuous Shooting Mode (Sequence).....................92

Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback........................................................................94

Calendar Display...................................................................................................................................................96

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom..........................................................................................97

Playing Back Images by Category..................................................................................................99

Sorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)................................................................ 101

Adding Images to an Album.....................................................................................................................101

Viewing Images in an Album....................................................................................................................103

Removing Images From an Album .......................................................................................................104

Using Favorite Pictures Mode...................................................................................................................105

Favorite Pictures Menu .................................................................................................................................105

Changing the Album Icons ........................................................................................................................106

Finding Images in Auto Sort Mode.............................................................................................109

Viewing Images in Auto Sort Mode......................................................................................................109

Operations in Auto Sort Mode.................................................................................................................112

Auto Sort Menu .................................................................................................................................................112

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Viewing Images by Date (List by Date) ..................................................................................... 113

Viewing Images in List by Date Mode.................................................................................................113

Operations in List by Date Mode............................................................................................................114

List by Date Menu ............................................................................................................................................114

Playback Options: Playback Menu.............................................................................................. 115

a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)................................................................................117

b Slide Show....................................................................................................................................................121

d Protect.............................................................................................................................................................122

f Rotate Image...............................................................................................................................................124

E Voice Memo ................................................................................................................................................125

h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card).........................................127

C Sequence Display Options.................................................................................................................129

C Choose Key Picture.................................................................................................................................129

Editing Images..................................................................................................................................130

Editing Functions..............................................................................................................................130

Image Editing .....................................................................................................................................132

k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation .........................................................132

I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast..................................................................133

e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones..........................................................................................134

p Filter Effects (Digital Filter)..................................................................................................................135

S Frame (Adding Frames to Images)................................................................................................137

g Small Picture: Decreasing Image Size..........................................................................................138

a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy .....................................................................................................139

Movie Recording and Playback..................................................................................................140

Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................. 140

Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies...........................................................................142

Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie).........................................143

Changing Movie Recording Settings...................................................................................................146

Movie Options....................................................................................................................................................148

Open with HS Footage..................................................................................................................................150

Autofocus Mode................................................................................................................................................150

Electronic VR........................................................................................................................................................151

Wind Noise Reduction...................................................................................................................................151

Movie Playback..................................................................................................................................152

Deleting Movies.................................................................................................................................................152

Editing Movies....................................................................................................................................153

Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers..........................................................155

Connecting to a TV...........................................................................................................................155

Using ViewNX 2 ................................................................................................................................. 157

Installing ViewNX 2..........................................................................................................................................157

Transferring Images to the Computer.................................................................................................159

Viewing Images..................................................................................................................................................160

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Connecting to a Printer...................................................................................................................161

Connecting the Camera to a Printer.....................................................................................................162

Printing Images One at a Time.................................................................................................................163

Printing Multiple Images..............................................................................................................................164

Basic Camera Setup ........................................................................................................................167

Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................... 167

Welcome Screen...............................................................................................................................................169

Time Zone and Date.......................................................................................................................................170

Monitor Settings................................................................................................................................................172

Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time)................................................................................................174

Vibration Reduction ........................................................................................................................................175

Motion Detection.............................................................................................................................................177

AF Assist..................................................................................................................................................................178

Digital Zoom........................................................................................................................................................179

Sound Settings...................................................................................................................................................180

Auto Off ..................................................................................................................................................................181

Format Memory/Format Card..................................................................................................................182

Language...............................................................................................................................................................183

TV Settings ............................................................................................................................................................183

Charge by Computer......................................................................................................................................184

Blink Warning......................................................................................................................................................186

Reset All ..................................................................................................................................................................188

Firmware Version..............................................................................................................................................191

Caring for the Camera....................................................................................................................192

Maximizing Camera Life and Performance.............................................................................. 192

Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................194

Storage....................................................................................................................................................................194

Technical Notes and Index...........................................................................................................195

Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 195

Approved Memory Cards............................................................................................................................196

File and Folder Names..................................................................................................................... 197

Error Messages...................................................................................................................................198

Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................203

Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 210

Supported Standards.....................................................................................................................................213

Index......................................................................................................................................................214

Introduction

About This Manual

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S9050 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:

Introduction

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.

This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when 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:

Introduction

• 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 charger, batteries, Charging AC Adapters, 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, mov ies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the 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 Select an image option in the Welcome screen setting (A 169). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

Introduction

Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

Introduction

213

Lens cover closed

Zoom control..................................................27

f : wide.....................................................27

g : tele........................................................27

h : thumbnail playback...........94, 96

i : playback zoom..............................97

j : help......................................................61

2 Mode dial...........................................................45

3 Shutter-release button.........................9, 28

Self-timer lamp...............................................35

AF-assist illuminator.................................178

Flash raised

Power switch/power-on lamp

.......................................................................19, 181

6 Speaker..................................................126, 152

7 Microphone (stereo) .....................125, 140

8 Flash .....................................................................32

9 K (flash pop-up) control.....................32

10 Lens .........................................................194, 210

11 Lens cover

Parts of the Camera

124

1 Monitor ..........................................................6, 25

2 Rotary multi selector...................................11

3 k (apply selection) button....................11

4 c (playback) button.................10, 30, 89

Charge lamp.........................................17, 185

Flash lamp.........................................................34

6 b (e movie-record) button....10, 140

7 Tripod socket................................................211

8 d button......12, 46, 99, 116, 146, 168

9 l (delete) button................... 31, 126, 152

10 Cover latch................................................14, 22

653

13 14

127111098

16 17 18 19

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover....................14, 22

12 Eyelet for camera strap.............................13

13 HDMI mini connector..............................155

14 HDMI connector cover...........................155

USB/audio/video output connector

................................................. 16, 155, 159, 162

16 Connector cover........... 16, 155, 159, 162

17 Memory card slot......................................... 22

18 Battery chamber...........................................14

19 Battery latch .............................................14, 15

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Parts of the Camera

10102

1 m0 0 s

9 99

9 99 9

1 m0 0 s

9 99

1 60 0

F 3.5

+1.0

1 /2 5 0

The Monitor

The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings).

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The indicators that appear in the monitor during shooting and playback disappear after a few seconds (A 172).

Shooting

1 2 3

+1.0

1600

F3.5

1/250

999

9999

10 11

999

1m00s 1m00s

31 30

23242526

Parts of the Camera

1 Shooting mode*....................24, 58, 61, 80

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

3 Zoom indicator ......................................27, 39

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

5 AE/AF-L indicator..........................................79

6 Flash mode.......................................................32

7 Battery level indicator................................24

8 Vibration reduction icon...............25, 175

Electronic vibration reduction icon

.................................................................... 140, 146

10 Motion detection icon............................177

11 Wind noise reduction.............................. 151

12 “Date not set” indicator...............170, 198

13 Travel destination icon...........................170

14 Print date.........................................................174

Movie options (normal speed movies)

...............................................................................148

16 Movie options (HS movies).................. 148

17 Image mode....................................................47

18 Easy panorama...............................................75

(a) Number of exposures remaining

(still images)..............................................24

(b) Movie length..............................140, 149

Internal memory indicator......................25

* The icon displayed varies with the shooting mode.

21 22 23 24

26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

37 Continuous (pet portrait mode)......... 74

38 Pet portrait auto release.......................... 74

39 40

Aperture............................................................. 28

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

Focus area (auto)...................................28, 53

Focus area (for manual or center) .....53

Focus area (face detection,

pet detection).........................................28, 53

Focus area (subject tracking)................ 58

Center-weighted metering area ........ 51

Hand-held/tripod..................................64, 65

ISO sensitivity...........................................34, 52

Exposure compensation value.....43, 44

Vividness............................................................ 43

Hue........................................................................ 43

White balance................................................ 49

Continuous shooting mode ................. 80

Self-timer...........................................................35

Smile timer.......................................................37

Backlighting (HDR)...................................... 66

Panorama.......................................................... 73

Still image capture

(movie recording) .....................................142

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1 m0 0 s

9 99 / 9 9 9

1 m0 0 s

9 99 9 / 99 9 9

9 99 9 . JP G

9 99 / 9 9 9

1 5/ 1 1/ 20 12 12 :0 0

Playback

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1 2 5

15/11/2012 12:00

9999.JPG

16 15 14

999/ 999

8 9

1213

999/ 999

9999/9999

1m00s

1 Date of recording .........................................20

2 Time of recording.........................................20

3 Protect icon...................................................122

4 Sequence display..................................92, 95

5 Volume indicator ............................ 126, 152

Album icon in favorite pictures mode

...............................................................................103

Category icon in auto sort mode

...............................................................................109

7 Battery level indicator................................24

8 Movie options2............................................ 148

9 Image mode2.......................................47, 142

12 Internal memory indicator.....................30

Easy panorama playback guide ..........77

Sequence playback guide......................92

Movie playback guide............................ 152

14 Filter effects icon....................................... 135

15 Skin softening icon................................... 134

16 Print order icon........................................... 117

17 Small picture icon.....................................138

18 D-Lighting icon..........................................133

19 Quick retouch icon................................... 132

20 Voice memo indicator............................ 126

21 File number and type.............................197

10 Easy panorama...............................................77

(a) Current frame number/

(b) Movie length.........................................152

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

The icon displayed varies with the setting that was set at the time of shooting.

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

Basic Operations

Raising and Lowering the Flash (K Flash Pop-up Control)

Slide the K (flash pop-up) control (1) to make the flash pop up (2).

• See “Using the Flash” (A 32) for more information on setting the flash.

• If the flash will not be used, gently lower the flash until it clicks into place.

The 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 halfway to set focus

and exposure

Press the rest of the way

down to take a picture

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Mode Dial

Rotate the mode dial to the desired icon to switch to

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the corresponding shooting mode (A 45).

The c (Playback) Button

• Press the c button in shooting mode to enter

playback mode.

• When the camera is in shooting mode, press the c

button to switch to playback mode.

• When the camera is off, holding down the c

button will turn the camera on in playback mode.

The b (e Movie-record) Button

• Press the b (e movie-record) button in shooting mode to start movie recording (A 140). 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.

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The Rotary Multi Selector

Rotate the rotary multi selector, press its upper (H), lower (I), left (J), or right side (K), or press the k button.

Shooting

Rotate to select an item*

Display n (self-timer) (A 35) menu

Apply selection

Display p (macro mode) (A 39) menu

* Items can also be selected by pressing the rotary multi selector up or down.

Playback

Select previous pictures*

* Previous or subsequent pictures can also be selected by rotating the

rotary multi selector.

Menu Screen

Move the highlight left or return to previous screen

Apply selection (go to next screen)

* The highlight can also be moved by rotating the rotary multi selector.

Move the highlight down*

Display m (flash mode) (A 32) menu

Display creative slider (A 40)

Display o (exposure compensation) (A 44) guide

Display histogram and shooting information (A 91)

Select subsequent pictures*

Move the highlight up*

Move the highlight right or go to next screen (apply selection)

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Using Camera Menus

Press the d button (A 5) to display the menu for the selected mode.

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Use the rotary multi selector (A 11) to navigate the menus.

K is displayed when previous

Tab for the menus available in the current shooting mode/ tab for playback mode menu

Tab for movie menu (during shooting mode)/playback menu (during playback mode)

Tab for displaying the setup menu

menu items are available.

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance

Metering ISO sensitivity

AF area mode Autofocus mode

L is displayed when there are one or more menu items to follow.

1 Press the d button.

2 Press the rotary multi selector

H or I to choose an item, and then press K or the k button.

Items can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector (A 11).

To change tabs, press J (A 13).

Rotary multi

3 Press H or I to choose an item and press the

k button.

The setting is applied.

4 When setting is finished, press the d button.

The camera exits the menu display.

selector

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance

Metering ISO sensitivity

AF area mode Autofocus mode

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance

Metering ISO sensitivity

AF area mode Autofocus mode

White balance

Auto Preset manual

Preset manual

Daylight

Incandescent

Incandescent Fluorescent

Fluorescent

Cloudy

Flash

Switching Between the Tabs on Menu Screens

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance Metering ISO sensitivity

AF area mode Autofocus mode

Shooting menu

Image mode White balance Metering ISO sensitivity

AF area mode Autofocus mode

Set up

Welcome screen

Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction

Motion detection AF assist

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Press the rotary multi selector J to highlight the tab

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

Attaching the Camera Strap

The selected menu is displayed

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 16).

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot

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cover.

2 Insert the battery.

Use the battery to lift 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.

Battery chamber

B Inserting the Battery

Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Be sure

to check that the battery is in the correct orientation.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

Inserting the Battery

Removing the Battery

Turn the camera off (A 19) 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).

• The camera, battery, or memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera. Observe caution when removing the battery or memory card.

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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 193), before use.

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

and run it flat 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.

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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 and Korea.

2 Insert the battery (A 14).

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

4 Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an

electrical outlet.

The charge lamp slowly blinks green to indicate that the battery is charging.

About 3 hours and 50 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery.

The following chart explains charge lamp status when the camera is plugged into the electrical outlet.

Charge lamp Description

Blinks slowly (green) Battery charging.

Off

Flickers (green)

Battery not charging. When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops blinking green and turns off.

• The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).

• The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly connected, or there is a problem with the battery. Disconnect the USB cable or unplug the Charging AC Adapter and correctly connect it again, or change the battery.

Charging the Battery

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5 Disconnect the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical outlet and

then disconnect the USB cable.

Charging the Battery

B Notes on Charging AC Adapter

• The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is f or use only with compatibl e devices. Do not use w ith another make or model of device.

• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the Charging AC Adapter on page iii and the section, “The Battery” (A 193), before use.

• The EH-69P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other

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countries, use a plug adapter (commercially available) as necessary. For more information about plug adapters, consult your travel agency.

• The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for charging the battery inserted into the camera. When the camera is connected to an electrical outlet with the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P, the camera cannot be turned on.

• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of USB-AC adapter other than Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

C AC Power Source

• If the AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately; A 195) is used, power is supplied to the camera from an electrical outlet and taking pictures and playing back images are available with this camera.

• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than EH-62F. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

D Charging Using Computer or Battery Charger

• Connecting the COOLPIX S9050 to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery ENEL12 (A 159, 184).

• The EN-EL12 can be charged without using the camera by using the Battery Charger MH-65 (available separately; A 195).

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