Nikon S32 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

Waterproofing

The following are important notes about the camera's waterproofing. Before using the camera, please thoroughly read the information in “<Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation” (A xv).

Waterproofing-related Messages

The camera will display messages related to its waterproof capabilities when you select certain settings or perform certain operations. Read and follow the information displayed in the messages when they are displayed.

Do not open the covers by

the water or in sandy

locations, as foreign matter

could enter the camera.

Remove any foreign matter

with a brush or blower.

Conrm that no foreign

matter is present where

shown, then close the covers.

To remove foreign matter

after use, immerse in fresh

water for about 10 minutes.

Next, wipe o any water

droplets and place on a cloth

to dry.

After drying thoroughly, use

a cloth to remove any

droplets remaining on the

areas indicated.

Waterproofing-related messages are displayed in the following situations.

• When turning on and setting the camera for the first time

• When setting the camera to Shoot under water (A 39)

• When turning the camera on after charging

Note: If the cover is closed without removing foreign particles, water may seep inside the

camera or the camera may become damaged. Make sure to inspect and clean the cover.

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Parts of the Camera

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Shooting Features

Playback Features

Recording and Playing Back Movies

General Camera Setup

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Reference Section

Technical Notes and Index

Introduction

Read This First

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S32 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A viii-xi) and “<Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation“ (A xv-xxi), and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

About This Manual

If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 8).

To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera” (A 1).

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Other Information

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

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Icon Description

A/E/F

This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.

This icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the camera.

These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; E: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index.”

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

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

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

messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold.

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

• Illustrations and monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.

Information and Precautions

Holographic seal: Identifies this

device as an authentic Nikon product.

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:

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

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

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

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

http://imaging.nikon.com/

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, Charging AC 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 NIKON WARRANTY.

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.

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About the Manuals

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

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

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

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these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

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

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

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).

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). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.

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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 Nikon-authorized 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

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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, brush, or other small parts into their mouths.

Do not remain in contact with the camera, Charging AC Adapter, 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.

Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight

Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.

Observe caution when handling the battery

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

• Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

• Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL19 (included). Charge the battery by using a camera that supports battery charging or by using a Battery Charger MH-66 (available separately). To charge the battery with the camera, use either Charging AC Adapter EH-70P (included) 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 battery insulation or casing.

• Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat.

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• Do not immerse in or expose to water.

• Put the battery in a plastic bag before transporting it. Do not transport or store with metal objects

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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 result in overheating or fire.

Use appropriate cables

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

Handle moving parts with care

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

Observe caution when using the flash

Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. The flash should be no less than 1 m (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants.

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 emitted by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital.

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Notices

Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.

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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

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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.

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

CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B

Notice 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 electrical and electronic equipment 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.

• Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for human health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal.

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

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This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

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• 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.

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<Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation

• Make sure to read the following instructions as well as the instructions provided in “Caring for the Product” (F2).

Notes About Shockproof Performance

This camera has passed Nikon’s in-house test (drop test from a height of 1.5 m (5 ft) on a 5 cm (2 in.) thick plywood panel) compliant with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock*. This test does not guarantee the waterproof performance of the camera or that the camera will be free from damage or trouble under all conditions. Changes in appearance, such as paint peeling off and deformation of the drop shock portion are not subject to the Nikon’s in-house test.

* U.S. Department of Defense test method standard.

This drop test drops 5 cameras in 26 directions (8 edges, 12 corners, and 6 faces) from a height of 122 cm (48 in.) to make sure that one to five camera s pass the test (if any defect is detected during the test, another five cameras are tested to make sure that the test criteria are satisfied for one to five cameras).

bDo not subject the camera to excessive shock, vibration or pressure by dropping

or hitting it.

Failure to observe this precaution could cause water to seep inside the camera and result in camera malfunction.

• Do not use the camera deeper than 10 m (33 ft) underwater.

• Do not subject the camera to water pressure by exposing it to high-pressure running

water.

• Do not sit down with the camera in the pocket of your trousers. Do not forcibly stuff the camera into a bag.

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Notes About Waterproof and Dustproof Performances

The camera is equivalent to IEC/JIS waterproof grade 8 (IPX8) and IEC/JIS dustproof grade 6 (IP6X) and enables shooting pictures underwater at a depth of 10 m (33 ft) for up to 60 minutes.*

This rating does not guarantee the waterproof performance of the camera or that the camera

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will be free from damage or trouble under all conditions.

* This rating indicates that the camera has been designe d to withstand the specified water pressure

for the specified period of time when the camera is used according to the methods defined by Nikon.

bIf the camera is subjected to excessive shock, vibration or pressure by dropping

or hitting it, the waterproof performance is not guaranteed.

• If the camera is exposed to shocks, it is recommended to consult your retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative to confirm the waterproof performance (charged service).

- Do not use the camera deeper than 10 m (33 ft) underwater.

- Do not subject the camera to water pressure by exposing it to rapid flowing water or

waterfalls.

- Your Nikon warrantee may not cover troubles caused by water seeping inside the

camera due to improper handling of the camera.

• The waterproof performance of this camera is designed to work for fresh water and seawater only.

• The inner portion of this camera is not waterproof. Water seeping inside the camera could cause a malfunction.

• Accessories are not waterproof.

• If liquids or water droplets come into contact with the outside of the camera or the inside

of the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, immediately wipe the liquids off with a soft dry cloth. Do not insert wet memory cards or the battery. If the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is opened or closed under wet conditions near a waterfront or underwater, this could cause water to seep inside the camera or result in camera malfunction. Do not open or close the cover with wet hands. This could cause water to seep inside the camera or result in camera malfunction.

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• If a foreign substance adheres to the outside of the camera or the inside of the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (such as the hinge, memory card slot, and connectors), remove it immediately with a blower. If a foreign substance adheres to the waterproof packing inside the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, remove it with the included brush. Do not use the included brush for anything other than cleaning the waterproof packing.

• If a foreign substance such as suntan oil, sunscreen lotion, hot spring, bath mix powder, detergent, soap, organic solvent, oil, or alcohol adheres to the camera, immediately wipe it off.

• Do not leave the camera in high-temperature conditions of 40°C (104°F) or more (in particular, a place exposed to direct sunlight, inside the cabin of a car, on a boat, on the beach, or near a heating device) for a long period of time. This could cause deterioration of the waterproof performance.

Before Using the Camera Underwater

1. Make sure that there are no foreign substances inside the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover.

• Any foreign substances such as sand, dust or hair inside the battery-chamber/memory

card slot cover should be removed with a blower.

• Any liquid such as water droplets inside the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover

should be wiped off with a soft dry cloth.

2. Make sure that the waterproof packing (A 2) of the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is not cracked or deformed.

• The waterproof performance of waterproof packing may start to deteriorate after one

year. If the waterproof packing begins to deteriorate, consult your retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative.

3. Make sure that the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is firmly closed.

• Slide the cover until it clicks into place.

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Notes About Using the Camera Underwater

Observe the following precautions to prevent water from seeping inside the camera.

• Do not dive into water deeper than 10 m (33 ft) with the camera.

• Do not continuously use the camera underwater for 60 minutes or more.

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• Use the camera in the water temperature range 0°C–40°C (32°F–104°F) when using it underwater. Do not use the camera at hot springs.

• Do not open or close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover underwater.

• Do not subject the camera to shock when using it underwater.

Do not jump into water with the camera or subject it to high water pressure conditions such as rapids or waterfalls.

• This camera does not float in water. Make sure not to drop the camera underwater.

Cleaning After Using the Camera Underwater

• After using the camera underwater, clean the camera within 60 minutes. If you leave the camera in wet conditions where salt particles or other foreign substances adhere to it, this could cause damage, discoloration, corrosion, a bad smell or deterioration of waterproof performance.

• Before cleaning the camera, thoroughly remove water droplets, sand, salt particles, or other foreign substances from your hands, body, and hair.

• It is recommended to clean the camera indoors to avoid a place where it could be exposed to water spray or sand.

• Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until all foreign substances are washed off with water and all moisture is wiped off.

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1. Keep the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover closed and wash off the camera with fresh water.

Lightly rinse the camera with tap water, or immerse the camera in a shallow basin filled with freshwater for about 10 minutes.

• If the buttons or switches do not operate properly, foreign substances may have

adhered to the camera. Foreign substances can cause the camera to malfunction; wash the camera thoroughly.

2. Wipe off water droplets with a soft cloth and dry the camera in the well-ventilated and shady place.

• Place the camera on a dry cloth to dry it.

Water will flow out from openings in the microphone or speakers.

• Do not dry the camera with hot air from a hair dryer or clothes dryer.

• Do not use chemicals (such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, or cleanser), soap, or neutral

detergents. If the waterproof packing or body of the camera becomes deformed, the waterproof performance will deteriorate.

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3. After making sure that there are no water droplets on the camera, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, gently wipe off any water remaining inside the camera with a dry soft cloth, and use the blower to remove any foreign substances.

• If you open the cover before the camera is thoroughly dried, water droplets may fall on

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the memory card or battery. The water droplets may also seep inside the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (in locations such as waterproof packing, hinges, memory card slot, or terminals). If that happens, wipe the water off with a dry soft cloth.

• If the cover is closed when the inside is wet, this could cause condensation or

malfunction.

• If the microphone or speaker openings are clogged with water droplets, the sound may

deteriorate or become distorted.

- Wipe the water off with a dry soft cloth.

- Do not puncture the microphone or speaker openings with a sharp implement. If the inside of the camera is damaged, the waterproof performance will deteriorate.

Notes About Operating Temperature and Humidity and Condensation

The operation of this camera has been tested at temperatures –10°C – +40°C (14°F–104°F). When you use the camera in cold climate regions, observe the following precautions. Keep the camera and spare batteries in a warm place before use.

• The performance of the batteries (number of pictures shot and shooting time) will drop temporarily.

• If the camera is in a very cold state, the performance may drop temporarily, for example, the monitor may be darker than normal immediately after the camera is turned on or residual images may be produced.

• When snow or water droplets adhere to the exterior of the camera, immediately wipe them off.

- If the buttons or switches are frozen, they may not operate smoothly.

- If the microphone or speaker openings are clogged with water droplets, the sound may

deteriorate or become distorted.

bOperating environmental conditions such as temperature

and humidity may cause fogging (condensation) on the inside of the monitor, lens, or flash window. This is not a camera malfunction or defect.

bEnvironmental conditions that are likely to cause

condensation inside of the camera

Fogging (condensation) may occur on the inside of the monitor, lens, or flash window in the following environmental conditions where there are sharp temperature changes or high humidity.

•

The camera is suddenly immersed in low temperature underwater from high temperature on land.

• The camera is moved from a cold place to a warm place, such as inside a building.

•

The battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is open or closed in a high-humidity environment.

bClearing the fogging

• Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover after turning off the camera in a place where the ambient temperature is stable (avoid any place that has high temperature/high humidity, sand or dust). To clear the fogging, remove the battery and memory card, and leave the camera with the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover open to allow the camera to adjust to the ambient temperature.

• If the fogging does not clear, consult your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.

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Table of Contents

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

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

Introduction

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

Information and Precautions ............................. v

For Your Safety ................................................. viii

WARNINGS ................................................................ viii

Notices................................................................... xii

<Important> Shockproof, Waterproof,

Dustproof, Condensation ............................... xv

Notes About Shockproof Performance..... xv

Notes About Waterproof and Dustproof

Performances........................................................... xvi

Before Using the Camera Underwater.... xvii

Notes About Using the Camera

Underwater............................................................. xviii

Cleaning After Using the Camera

Underwater............................................................. xviii

Notes About Operating Temperature and

Humidity and Condensation ......................... xxi

Parts of the Camera ..................................... 1

The Camera Body................................................. 1

Attaching the Camera Strap............................... 3

The Monitor ........................................................... 4

Shooting Mode .......................................................... 4

Playback Mode ........................................................... 5

Using the Flexible Buttons ............................... 6

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback .... 8

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery ..................... 8

Preparation 2 Charge the Battery ............... 10

Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card .......... 12

Internal Memory and Memory Cards ......... 13

Preparation 4 Setting the Display Lang uage,

Date, and Time................................................... 14

Step 1 Turn the Camera On........................... 18

Step 2 Frame a Picture .................................... 20

Using the Zoom ...................................................... 21

Step 3 Focus and Shoot.................................. 22

The Shutter-release Button .............................. 23

Step 4 Play Back Images ................................. 24

Step 5 Delete Images....................................... 25

Restrict Image Deletion (Image Lock) ....... 27

Shooting Features ..................................... 28

Functions Available in Shooting Mode

(Shooting Menu) ............................................... 28

A Point and Shoot .......................................... 30

Using the Flash .................................................. 31

Using the Self-timer ......................................... 33

Using the Smile Timer ..................................... 35

Choose a Style (Shooting Suited to Scenes and Effects)... 37

Tips and Notes.......................................................... 38

Decorate............................................................... 43

Change Colors.................................................... 44

Change Sounds ................................................. 47

Choose a Size...................................................... 49

Choose a Photo Size............................................. 49

Choose a Movie Frame Size............................. 50

Functions That Cannot Be Used

Simultaneously .................................................. 51

Focusing............................................................... 53

Using Face Detection .......................................... 53

Using Skin Softening............................................ 54

Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus .......... 54

Focus Lock.................................................................. 55

Playback Features....................................... 56

Playback Zoom .................................................. 56

Thumbnail Playback ........................................ 57

Functions Available in Playback Mode

(Playback Menu)................................................ 58

Recording and Playing Back Movies.... 60

Recording Movies ............................................. 60

Playing Back Movies ........................................ 63

General Camera Setup.............................. 65

Camera Settings Menu ................................... 65

Connecting the Camera to a TV,

Computer, or Printer ................................. 67

Connection Methods....................................... 67

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

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

Transferring Images to the Computer ...... 70

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

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

Have Fun with Pictures........................... E2

E Exchange Messages .............................. E2

Leave a Message............................................... E2

Leave a Reply ...................................................... E4

Play Recordings ................................................. E5

Erase Recordings............................................... E5

V Picture Play............................................... E7

Before Editing Images ................................... E7

D Make Photo Albums................................ E8

W Add a Fisheye Effect ............................. E10

Z Toy Camera ................................................ E10

Q Soften Pictures......................................... E11

f Add Starbursts.......................................... E11

M Add a Diorama Effect........................... E12

d Change Colors.......................................... E13

P Highlight Colors ...................................... E14

A Decorate ...................................................... E15

A Grading ................................................... E16

Grade Pictures ................................................. E16

View Graded Pictures.................................. E18

Remove All Grades ....................................... E19

View............................................................ E20

G View by Date.......................................... E20

m Slide Show.............................................. E21

Choose Pictures.............................................. E21

Choose a Theme............................................ E25

G View Movie............................................. E26

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Settings...................................................... E27

y Retouch ................................................... E27

h Copy............................................................... E27

d Rotate Pictures......................................... E30

s Small Picture ............................................. E31

a Print Order.............................................. E32

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l Camera Settings .................................... E34

Welcome Screen............................................ E34

Date and Time................................................. E35

Brightness .......................................................... E36

Print Date ........................................................... E37

Electronic VR .................................................... E38

AF Assist .............................................................. E39

Format Memory/Format Card............... E40

Language ........................................................... E41

Menu Background........................................ E41

Video Mode ...................................................... E42

Charge by Computer .................................. E43

Reset All............................................................... E44

Firmware Version........................................... E44

Connections............................................. E45

Connecting the Camera to a TV............ E45

Connecting the Camera to a Printer ... E47

Connecting the Camera to a Printer

Printing Individual Images....................... E50

Printing Multiple Images .......................... E52

Additional Information ........................ E55

Error Messages............................................ E55

File Names .................................................... E58

Optional Accessories ................................ E59

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

Caring for the Product.................................. F2

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

The Battery.............................................................. F5

Charging AC Adapter....................................... F6

Memory Cards ...................................................... F7

Cleaning and Storage................................... F8

Cleaning ................................................................... F8

Storage...................................................................... F9

Troubleshooting ......................................... F10

Specifications ............................................... F18

Approved Memory Cards........................... F23

Index................................................................ F26

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1 Shutter-release button.................................... 22

2 Power switch/power-on lamp ................... 18

3 Flash............................................................................ 31

Self-timer lamp..................................................... 33

AF-assist illuminator.......................................... 65

5 b (e movie-record) button .....................60

6 Eyelet for camera strap.......................................3

7 Speaker......................................................................64

8 Microphone (stereo) .........................................60

9 Lens (with protective glass)

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1 Flexible buttons...................................... 6, 28, 58

2 Monitor ........................................................................ 4

Charge lamp.......................................................... 11

Flash lamp............................................................... 32

Multi selector

H: telephoto ...................................................... 21

I: wide-angle ................................................... 21

5 c

(shooting/playback mode) button

.... 24

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover.............................8, 12

7 USB/audio/video output connector.......67

8 Battery chamber.....................................................8

9 Memory card slot ................................................12

10 HDMI micro connector (Type D) ...............67

11 Waterproof packing ............................... xvi, xvii

12 Tripod socket ..................................................F20

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12 9 810 711

Attaching the Camera Strap

Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap.

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The Monitor

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1 Flexible icons............................................................ 6

2 “Date not set” indicator........................... 14, 65

3 Shutter speed ....................................................... 23

4 Aperture value...................................................... 23

5 Flash mode............................................................. 31

6 Change colors icon........................................ 44

7 Self-timer indicator............................................ 33

8 Smile timer.............................................................. 35

9 Shoot at intervals icon............................... 39

10 Battery level indicator ...................................... 18

11 Image lock icon....................................................27

12 Zoom indicator ....................................................21

13 Shooting mode............................................30, 37

14 Movie recording time remaining ..............60

Number of exposures remaining

(still images).................................................... 18, 50

16 Internal memory indicator ............................18

17 Focus indicator .....................................................22

18 Focus area................................................................ 22

19 Focus area (face detection) ..........................22

The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use.

Shooting Mode

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1 Flexible icons............................................................ 6

2 Date of recording ............................................... 14

3 Time of recording............................................... 14

4 Message (reply).......................................58, E4

5 Message ......................................................58, E2

6 Crop indicator....................................................... 56

7 Battery level indicator ...................................... 18

Charging AC Adapter connection indicator

9 Image lock icon....................................................27

10 Volume indicator.................................................64

11 Switch to full-frame ...........................................57

12 Playback mode .....................................................58

13 Movie/message recording time

14 Current image number

15 Internal memory indicator ............................13

16 Grade mark ............................................ 58, E16

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C If Information Is Not Displayed During Shooting Mode and Playback Mode

Apart from certain information, information is not displayed if no operations are performed for several seconds. Information is displayed again when either a flexible button or the multi selector is pressed.

Using the Flexible Buttons

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Shooting mode

Playback mode

Flexible button 1

Flexible button 2

Flexible button 3

Flexible button 4

Flexible button 1

Flexible button 2

Flexible button 3

Flexible button 4

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

In this document, the flexible buttons are referred to as “flexible button 1” through “flexible button 4”, in order from top to bottom.

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Selecting Items

Flash

Flash mode/self-timer

Self-timer

Exchange messages

Have fun with pictures

Picture play

Grading

Shooting mode Playback mode

Use HI to display other pages.

To select an item, press the flexible button next to the item.

The last setting selected (including the default setting) is displayed in white.

• To select an item, press the flexible button next to it.

• When Q is displayed, press flexible button 1 to return to the previous screen.

• When the menu content continues on another page, a guide indicating the page position

is displayed. Press the multi selector HI to display other pages.

Parts of the Camera

Camera settings

Welcome screen

Date and time

Brightness

C Notes About Setting Menu Options

Some menu options cannot be selected depending on how the camera is set up. These options are displayed in gray.

Camera settings

Print date

Electronic VR

AF assist

Print date

Date

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Battery latch

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

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2 Insert the battery.

• Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by

the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2).

• The battery locks into place when inserted correctly.

B Be Careful to Insert the Battery in Correct

Direction

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

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

• Lay the cover completely flat in the direction indicated by

the arrow (1), and fully slide it in (2).

B Damage Caution

Sliding the cover while it is open may damage the camera.

Removing the Battery

Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover. Move the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) to eject the battery (2).

B High Temperature Caution

The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

B Opening and Closing the Battery-chamber/Memory Card Slot Cover

Do not open and close the battery chamber/memory card slot cover in a sandy or dusty environment or with wet hands. If the cover is closed without removing foreign particles, water may seep inside the camera or the camera may become damaged.

• If foreign particles get inside the cover or camera, immediately remove them with a blower or

brush.

• If liquid such as water gets inside the cover or camera, immediately wipe it off with a soft and dry

cloth.

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Preparation 2 Charge the Battery

Charge lamp

USB cable (included)

Electrical outlet

1 Turn off the camera and open the battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover.

2 Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter.

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If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, 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.

3 Make sure the battery is installed in the camera, and then connect the

camera to the Charging AC Adapter in order of 1 to 3.

• Keep the camera turned off.

• Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an

angle when connecting or disconnecting them.

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

• Shooting is not possible while the camera is connected to the Charging AC Adapter.

Charge lamp Description

Flashes slowly (green) The battery is charging.

When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green and

Off

Flashes quickly (green)

turns off. About 2 hours and 35 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery.

• The ambient temperature is not suited to ch arging. 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.

4 Disconnect the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical outlet and

then disconnect the USB cable.

C Charging Using a Computer or Battery Charger

• You can also charge the battery by connecting the camera to a computer (A 67, E43).

• You can use the Battery Charger MH-66 (available separately; E59) to charge the battery without

using the camera.

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Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card

Memory card slot

1 Turn off the camera and open the battery-

chamber/memory card slot cover.

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2 Insert the memory card.

• Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.

B Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in

Correct Direction

Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and the memory card.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

• Lay the cover completely flat in the direction indicated by

the arrow (1), and fully slide it in (2).

B Damage Caution

Sliding the cover while it is open may damage the camera.

B Formatting Memory Cards

The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, make sure to format it with this camera. Inse rt the card into the camera and select Format card in the camera settings menu.

Removing Memory Cards

Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover.

Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card (2).

B High Temperature Caution

The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

Internal Memory and Memory Cards

Camera data, including images and movies, can be saved either in the camera’s internal memory or on a memory card. To use the camera’s internal memory, first remove the memory card.

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Preparation 4 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time

When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen, the date and time setting screen for the camera clock, and the menu background setting screen are displayed.

• If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is

displayed.

1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.

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2 Use the multi selector JK to select

the desired language and press flexible button 4 (O).

3 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes).

Language

Set time and date?

Yes

4 Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to select

Year/Month/Day

Date format

Month/Day/Year

Day/Month/Year

the date format.

• Select d Year/Month/Day, e Month/ Day/Year, or f Day/Month/Year.

5 Set the date and time, and press

flexible button 4 (O).

• Select a field: Press JK (changes between D, M, Y, h, and m).

• Edit the date and time: Press HI.

• Apply the setting: Select m and press flexible

button 4 (O).

• To enable daylight saving time, press flexible button 3 (m). When the daylight saving time function is enabled, m is displayed in the monitor. To turn off the daylight saving time function, press flexible button 3 (m) again.

Date and time

6 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes).

Yes

Mhm

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7 Use JK to select the background

Menu background

Do not open the covers by

the water or in sandy

locations, as foreign matter

could enter the camera.

image to be displayed when a menu or setting screen is displayed, and press flexible button 4 (O).

• To restore the default background image, press flexible button 3 (P).

8 Confirm the waterproofing-related message

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and press K.

• There are six message screens.

9 Confirm the message on the screen

shown at right and press flexible button 4 (O).

• The monitor changes to the shooting screen (A 18).

After drying thoroughly, use

a cloth to remove any

droplets remaining on the

areas indicated.

C Changing the Language Setting, the Date and Time Setting, and the Menu

Background Setting

• You can change the Language, Date and time, and Menu background settings in the

l camera settings menu (A 65).

• You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the l camera settings menu by selecting Date

and time. When enabled, the clock moves forward one hour; when disabled, the clock moves

back one hour.

C The Clock Battery

• The camera’s clock is powered by a built-in backup battery. The backup battery charges when the main battery is inserted into the camera or when the camera is connected to an optional AC adapter, and it can run the clock for several days after about ten hours of charging.

• If the camera’s backup battery becomes exhausted, the date and time setting screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Set the date and time again. ➝ Step 3 of “Preparation 4 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time” (A 14)

C Imprinting the Shooting Date on Printed Images

• You can permanently imprint the shooting date on images as they are captured by setting Print date in the camera settings menu (A 65).

• If you want the shooting date to be printed without using the Print date setting, print using the ViewNX 2 software (A 69).

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Step 1 Turn the Camera On

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Number of exposures

remaining

1 Press the power switch.

• The monitor turns on.

• To turn the camera off, press the power switch again.

2 Check the battery level indicator and the

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number of exposures remaining.

Battery level indicator

Display Description

F The battery level is high.

G The battery level is low.

Battery exhausted.

Number of Exposures Remaining

The number of images that can be taken is displayed.

• C is di splayed when no memory card is i nserted in the camera , and imag es are save d in the

internal memory.

The camera cannot capture images. Recharge the battery.

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Flashes

No operations

performed

No operations

performed

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Camera enters

standby mode.

Camera turns off.

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• The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about three minutes.

• While the camera is in standby mode, the monitor turns back on if you perform any of the

following operations:

➝ Press the power switch, shutter-release button, c (shooting/playback mode) button, or

b (e movie-record) button

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Step 2 Frame a Picture

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1 Hold the camera steady.

• Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, microphone, and speaker.

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2 Frame the picture.

C When Using a Tripod

We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations.

• When shooting in dim lighting

• When shooting with the flash mode (A 31) set to y Flash off

• When using the telephoto setting

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Zoom out

Zoom in

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Zoom indicator

Maximum

optical zoom

Digital zoom

enabled

Optical zoom

Digital zoom

When you press the multi selector HI, the zoom lens position changes.

• To zoom in closer to the subject: Press H (telephoto)

• To zoom out and view a larger area: Press I (wide-angle)

When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position.

• A zoom indicator is displayed in the monitor when the multi

selector HI is pressed.

• If you press H when the camera is zoomed

in to the maximum optical zoom position, you can use the digital zoom to magnify the image further by up to about 4×.

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C Digital Zoom and Interpolation

While using digital zoom, the image quality decreases due to interpolation depending on the image size and the amount of digital zoom magnification.

When using digital zoom, we recommend reducing the image size in A Photo size under C Choose a size in order to minimize image deterioration (A 49).

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1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.

• When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green).

• When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed. When the camera has focused, the focus indicator (A 4) glows green.

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• If the focus area or focus indicator flashes, the camera is unable to focus. Modify the composition and try pressing the shutter-release button halfway again.

2 Without lifting your finger, press the shutter-

release button the rest of the way down.

The Shutter-release Button

To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value),

Press halfway

Press all the way

press the shutter-release button lightly until you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway.

Press the shutter-release button all the way to release the shutter and take an image. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred images. Press the button gently.

B Notes About Saving Images and Recording Movies

The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the maximum movie length flashes while images are being saved or while a movie is being recorded. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing. Doing this could result in loss of data, or in damage to the camera or the memory card.

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Step 4 Play Back Images

(shooting/ playback mode) button

Display the previous image

Display the next image

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1 Press the c (shooting/playback mode)

button.

• If you press and hold down the c (shooting/playback

mode) button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode.

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2 Use the multi selector to select an image to

display.

• Press and hold down JK to scroll through the images

quickly.

• To return to shooting mode, press the c (shooting/

playback mode) button or shutter-release button.

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1 Display the image you want to delete

in the monitor and then press flexible button 3 (n).

2 Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to select

the deletion method.

• Select n Erase this picture only, o Erase

selected pictures (A 26), or k Erase all pictures.

• To exit without deleting, press flexible button 1

(Q).

3 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes).

• Deleted images cannot be recovered.

• To exit without deleting, press flexible button 4

(S No).

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Erase this picture only

Erase selected pictures

Erase all pictures

Erase 1 picture ?

Yes

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Selecting Which Images You Want to Delete

1 Use the multi selector JK to select an

image to be deleted, and then press flexible button 2 (S).

• The selected image is indicated by a check mark.

• A check mark is displayed or removed e very time

you press flexible button 2 (S).

• Press flexible button 3 (P) to remove all

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check marks.

2 Add check marks to all images that you want to delete and press

flexible button 4 (O) to confirm the selection.

• A confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow the instructions displayed in the monitor.

Erase selected pictures

Restrict Image Deletion (Image Lock)

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To prevent accidental deletion of images, you can lock image deletion (A 25) and formatting (A 65, E40).

1 Press and hold down flexible buttons

1 and 4 at the same time while in shooting mode or playback mode.

2 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes).

• Image lock is set.

Yes

• When image lock is set, C is displayed in the

monitor.

Removing Image Lock

The procedure for removing image lock is the same as for setting image lock.

Enable image lock?

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Shooting Features

Functions Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu)

Press a flexible button to display a menu. You can change the following settings.

Flexible button Option Description A

A Point and shoot

Shooting Features

Z Flash mode/ self-timer

g More picture options

– Sets the shooting mode to A Point and shoot. 30

Flash Allows you to set the flash mode. 31

The camera is equipped with a self-timer that

Self-timer

Choose a style

Decorate

Change colors

releases the shutter about ten seconds after you press the shutter-release button. You can also set the smile timer.

Allows you to select the scene settings and effects used for shooting.

Allows you to add a frame around your images when taking images.

Allows you to select b Brighter/darker or

c More vivid/less vivid from the menu, or use P Highlight colors to keep one specified color

in the image, and change the other colors to black and white.

33, 35

Flexible button Option Description A

l Settings

Change sounds

Choose a size

Camera settings

Allows you to configure the shutter and button sounds.

Allows you to set the size of photos (still images) and movies.

Allows you to change a number of general settings.

Shooting Features

A Point and Shoot

When this camera is used for the first time, the shooting mode is set to A Point and shoot. The camera automatically selects the optimum scene when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene.

A Point and shoot is the default shooting mode for this camera.

• The area of the frame that the camera focuses on varies depending on the composition of the image.

• When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on that face (A 53). The skin softening feature makes the skin tones in human faces appear smoother (A 54).

• The flash may fire when shooting in low light.

• When shooting in low light, the use of a tripod is recommended.

• The camera does not detect the scene when the digital zoom is being used.

Shooting Features

C Notes About Motion Detection

In A Point and shoot and Shoot close-ups (A 38), when the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are increased to reduce blurring.

Using the Flash

You can select the flash mode to match the shooting conditions.

Enter shooting mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 2 (x Flash)

Available Flash Modes

Auto flash

The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting.

Flash off

The flash does not fire.

• We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings.

x Always fire flash

The flash fires whenever an image is tak en. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects.

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Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to select the flash mode.

• Select w Auto flash, y Flash off, or x Always

fire flash.

• To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).

Flash

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Flash o

Always re ash

C The Flash Lamp

The status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway.

• On: The flash fires when you press the shutter-release button all the way down.

• Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot shoot images.

• Off: The flash does not fire when an image is taken.

If the battery level is low, the monitor turns off while the flash is charging.

C The Flash Mode Setting

• The setting may not be changed when using some shooting modes or settings.

• The setting applied in A Point and shoot is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera

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is turned off.

Using the Self-timer

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Self-timer

Smile timer

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The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about ten seconds after you press the shutter-release button.

Enter shooting mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 3 (i Self-timer)

1 Press flexible button 2 (j 10 s).

• When Y Smile timer is selected, the camera

uses face detection to detect a human face, and then automatically releases the shutter when a smile is detected (A 35).

2 Frame the picture and press the

shutter-release button halfway.

• Focus and exposure are set.

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3 Press the shutter-release button the

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rest of the way down.

• Countdown starts. The self-timer lamp flashes and then glows steadily about one second before the shutter is released.

• When the shutter is released, the self-timer is set to b Off.

• To stop the countdown, press the shutterrelease button again.

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When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button. The skin softening function makes the skin tones of human faces smoother.

Enter shooting mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 3 (i Self-timer)

1 Press flexible button 3 (Y Smile

timer).

Self-timer

10 s

Smile timer

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2 Frame the picture.

• Point the camera at a human face.

3 Without pressing the shutter-release button, wait for the subject to

smile.

• If the camera detects that the face framed by the double border is smiling, the shutter is automatically released.

• Whenever the camera detects a smiling face, it automatically releases the shutter.

4 End automatic shooting.

• To end automatic shooting, set the self-timer to b Off.

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B Notes About Smile Timer

Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles (A 53). The shutter-release button can also be used for shooting.

C When the Self-timer Lamp Flashes

When using smile timer, the self-timer lamp flashes when the camera detects a face and flashes quickly immediately after the shutter is released.

Shooting Features

Choose a Style (Shooting Suited to Scenes and Effects)

When a style (shooting scenes and effects) is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. The expected effect may not be achieved depending on the subject.

Enter shooting mode M flexible button 3 (g) M flexible button 2 (g Choose a style)

Use the multi selector JK to select the desired style (shooting scene and effect)

Shoot close-ups

and press flexible button 4 (O).

• To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).

D Shoot night scenes1 (A 38)

(default setting)

X Photograph food

J Shoot under water K Photograph fireworks

2, 3

L Mirror G Add a neon effect Q Take soft pictures

The camera focuses at infinity.

The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. When the zoom is set to a position where the zoom indicator turns green, the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 20 cm (8 in.) from the front of the protective glass, or about 5 cm (2 in.) at the maximum wide-angle position.

The flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 30 cm (1 ft).

Use of a tripod is recommended, because the shutter speed is slow.

The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame.

(A 38) O Shoot at intervals (A 39)

2, 3

(A 39) I Take a series of pictures (A 40)

1, 4

(A 40) E Shoot backlit scenes5 (A 40)

(A 41) F Add a bubble effect

2, 3

(A 41) H Add a cartoon effect

2, 3

(A 42) M Create a diorama effect

H Shoot close-ups

2, 3

(A 38)

2, 3

(A 41)

2, 3

(A 42)

2, 3

(A 42)

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Tips and Notes

D Shoot night scenes

• When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, the camera captures a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved.

• Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera still until a still image is displayed. After taking an image, do not turn the camera off before the monitor switches to the shooting screen.

• The angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) seen in the saved image is narrower than that seen in the monitor at the time of shooting.

• The flash setting is fixed at y Flash off (A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

H Shoot close-ups

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• The camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus.

• The flash is set to y Flash off, but the setting can be changed (A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

X Photograph food

• The camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus.

• Use the multi selector JK to adjust the hue setting and press flexible button 4 (O). The hue

setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.

• The flash setting is fixed at y Flash off (A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

O Shoot at intervals

• The camera can automatically capture still images at pre-determin ed intervals. Images captured in one shooting are saved in one folder and can be viewed in a slide show (A 58).

• Press flexible button 2 (d Shoot every 30 seconds), flexible button 3 (e Shoot once a minute), or flexible button 4 (f Shoot every 5 minutes) to set the shooting interval.

• The maximum number of images that can be captured depends on the selected interval.

- Shoot every 30 seconds: Approx. 280 images

- Shoot once a minute: Approx. 140 images

- Shoot every 5 minutes: Approx. 30 images

• Use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during shooting.

• Press the shutter-release button all the way down to capture the first image. In between each

shot, the monitor turns off and the power-on lamp flashes. The monitor automatically turns on again just before the next image is captured.

• Press the shutter-release button halfway to stop shooting.

• The flash is set to w Auto flash, but the setting can be changed (A 31).

• The self-timer is not available (A 33).

J Shoot under water

• When Shoot under water is set, the waterproofing-related messages are displayed. Confirm each message and press the multi selector K to display the next message. Press flexible button 4 (O) to skip the messages and change to the shooting screen.

• See “<Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation” (A xv-xxi) for more information about using the camera underwater.

• The flash is set to y Flash off, but the setting can be changed (A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

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I Take a series of pictures

• The camera captures a series of still images that allow you to clearly see detailed movements in a moving subject.

• While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to 11 images continuously at a rate of about 4.7 frames per second (fps) (when Choose a size > Photo size is set to D Large (13 megapixels)).

• The frame rate for continuous shooting may vary depending upon the current photo size setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition.

• Focus, exposure, and hue are fixed at the values determined with the first image in each series.

• The flash setting is fixed at y Flash off (A 31).

• The self-timer is not available (A 33).

K Photograph fireworks

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• The shutter speed is fixed at about four seconds.

• The flash setting is fixed at y Flash off (A 31).

• The self-timer is not available (A 33).

E Shoot backlit scenes

• When taking images with very bright and dark areas in the same frame, such as backlit scenes, the high dynamic range (HDR) compositing is applied and loss of details in highlights or shadows is minimized.

• When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, the camera shoots images continuously at high speed, and saves the following two images.

- A non-HDR composite image

- An HDR composite image in which the loss of details in highlights or shadows is minimized

• If there is only enough memory to save one image, an image processed at the time of shooting, in which dark areas of the image are corrected, is the only image saved.

• The angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) seen in the saved image is narrower than that seen in the monitor at the time of shooting.

• The flash setting is fixed at y Flash off (A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

L Mirror

• You can take images that are vertically or horizontally symmetrical over the center of the frame.

• Press flexible button 2 (c Top ➝ bottom) or flexible button 3 (b Left ➝ right) to set the flip

direction. When c Top ➝ bottom is selected, the top half of the screen is flipped over the bottom half, and the image is composited and displayed. When b Left ➝ right is selected, the left half of the screen is flipped over the right half.

• The flash is set to w Auto flash, but the setting can be changed (A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

F Add a bubble effect

• This effect makes the image appear to be projected on a bubble.

• A guide is displayed in the monitor. Compose the shot so that the main subject is contained

within the guide.

• The flash setting is fixed at w Auto flash, but the setting can be changed (A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

G Add a neon effect

• This effect makes the outlines of the image appear to glow with neon tubing.

• Use the multi selector JK to select the outline color and press flexible button 4 (O). The color

setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.

• After taking an image, do not turn the camera off before the monitor switches to the shooting screen.

• The flash setting is fixed at w Auto flash, but the setting can be changed(A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

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H Add a cartoon effect

• Performs tone compensation and makes the image appear like a cartoon.

• After taking an image, do not turn the camera off before the monitor switches to the shooting

screen.

• The flash setting is fixed at w Auto flash, but the setting can be changed(A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

Q Take soft pictures

• Softens the image by adding a slight blur to areas outside of the guide displayed in the monitor.

• A guide is displayed in the monitor. Compose the shot so that the main subject is contained

within the guide.

• The flash is set to w Auto flash, but the setting can be changed (A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

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M Create a diorama effect

• This effect is well-suited for images captur ed from a high vantage point with the main subject in the center of the image.

• A guide is displayed in the monitor. Compose the shot so that the main subject is contained within the guide.

• The flash is set to y Flash off, but the setting can be changed (A 31).

• The self-timer can be set, but Y Smile timer is not available (A 33, 35).

Decorate

You can add a frame around your images when taking images. Nine different frames are available.

Enter shooting mode M flexible button 3 (g) M flexible button 3 (A Decorate)

• The C Choose a size > A Photo size setting is fixed at FSmall (2 megapixels)

(A 49).

1 Use the multi selector JK to select

the desired frame and press flexible

Decorate

button 4 (O).

• To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).

• You can press flexible button 3 (c) to remove

the frame.

2 Frame the subject and take a picture.

B Notes About Decorate

• The area that is captured becomes smaller when a thicker frame is selected.

• When using borderless printing to print images that you have added frames to, the frames may

not be printed.

Shooting Features

Change Colors

You can adjust brightness (exposure compensation) and vividness when taking images. You can also select one color to keep in your images and turn the rest of the colors to shades of black and white. See A 46 for details on each effect.

Enter shooting mode M flexible button 3 (g) M flexible button 4 (d Change colors)

1 Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to select

the setting.

• Select b Brighter/darker, c More vivid/less

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vivid, or P Highlight colors.

2 Use the multi selector JK to select the

brightness, vividness, or to select the color you want to highlight.

• The screen displayed when b Brighter/darker is selected

in step 1 is used here as an example.

• Press flexible button 3 (P) to turn the effect off.

Change colors

Brighter/darker

More vivid/less vivid

Highlight colors

Brighter/darker

3 Press flexible button 4 (O).

Brighter/darker

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• To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).

4 Frame the subject and take a picture.

C Notes About Change Colors

• The setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.

• Images adjusted with Change colors are indicated by R.

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b Brighter/Darker (Exposure Compensation)

Cursor

You can adjust overall image brightness.

• Use J to move the cursor to the left to make the overall image darker. Use K to move the cursor to the right to make it brighter.

c More Vivid/Less Vivid (Saturation)

You can adjust the overall vividness of the image.

• Use J to move the cursor to the left to make the overall

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image more dull. Use K to move the cursor to the right to make it more vivid.

P Highlight Colors

You can create a black and white image in which only the specified color remains.

• Use JK to move the cursor and select the color to highlight.

Brighter/darker

More vivid/less vivid

Highlight colors

Change Sounds

Allows you to configure the shutter and button sounds. You can select one of eight different sounds, or turn sounds off.

Enter shooting mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 2 (u Change sounds)

y Pick a shutter sound

Allows you to select the sound heard when the shutter is released and when the focus has been locked. When using Take a series of pictures (A 40) or when recording movies, the shutter sound is not heard.

If you select z, the shutter sound and the sound heard when the focus has been locked are muted.

•

x Pick a button sound

Allows you to select the beep heard when the camera switches between shooting and playback modes, when using the menus, when the camera is connected to a computer or printer, etc.

• Regardless of this setting, sounds that are heard when an error occurs and when the camera is turned on do not change.

• If you select z, button sounds and the sounds heard when an error occurs and when the camera is turned on are muted.

u Turn sounds on or off

Turn all sounds on or off. When the mute is canceled after muting sounds once, the shutter sound and button sound used before muting will be used again.

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1 Press flexible button 2 or flexible

button 3.

• y Pick a shutter sound: Set the shutter sound.

• x Pick a button sound: Set the button sound.

Change sounds

Pick a shutter sound

Pick a button sound

Turn sounds on or o

2 Use the multi selector JK to select the type

of sound.

• y: Set the standard sounds.

• z: Sounds are not heard.

• Press flexible button 3 (A) to play the selected sound.

• To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).

• The screen displayed when y Pick a shutter sound was

selected in step 1 is shown here as an example, but the procedure is the same if you select x Pick a button sound.

3 Press flexible button 4 (O).

• The sound is set.

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Pick a shutter sound

C Muting All Sounds

On the screen displayed in step 1, press flexible button 4 (u Turn sounds on or off) M flexible button 3 (z Turn sounds off), in that order, to mute all sounds.

To cancel the mute, press flexible button 4 (u Turn sounds on or off) M flexible button 2 (u Turn sounds on), in that order.

Choose a Size

Set the size of photos (still images) and movies.

Choose a Photo Size

Select the combination of image size and compression ratio that is used when saving images. The higher the image mode setting, the larger the size at which images can be printed, and the lower the compression ratio, the higher the quality of the images, but the number of images that can be saved is reduced.

Enter shooting mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 3 (C Choose a size) M flexible button 2 (A Photo size)

Option* Size* (pixels) Compression ratio

Large (13 megapixels)

(default setting)

E Medium (4 megapixels) 2272 × 1704 Approx. 1:8 4:3 F Small (2 megapixels) 1600 × 1200 Approx. 1:8 4:3

* The total number of pixels captured, and the number of pixels captured horizontally and vertically.

Example: D Large (13 megapixels) = approx. 13 megapixels, 4160 × 3120 pixels

4160 × 3120 Approx. 1:4 4:3

C Setting the Photo Size

• This setting also applies to Choose a style and Change colors.

• The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions.

Aspect ratio

(horizontal to vertical)

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C Number of Images That Can Be Saved

• The approximate number of images that can be saved can be checked in the monitor when

shooting (A 18).

• Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved may vary greatly depending on the image content, even when using memory cards with the same capacity and the same photo size setting. In addition, the number of images that can be saved may vary depending on the make of the memory card.

• If the number of exposures remaining is 10,000 or more, the number of exposures remaining display shows “9999”.

Choose a Movie Frame Size

Select the desired movie option to record.

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Enter shooting mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 3 (C Choose a size) M flexible button 3 (N Movie frame size)

Option Image size

G Large (1080p) (default setting

H Small (640) 640 × 480 4:3 Approx. 30 fps

C Small (old-fashioned)

When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera’s internal memory), you can select H Small (640) or C Small (old-fashioned).

Allow s you to re cord movie s with an atmosp here and h ue similar to movies shot o n old 8mm f ilm.

) 1920 × 1080 16:9 Approx. 30 fps

640 × 480 4:3 Approx. 15 fps

Aspect ratio

(horizontal to vertical)

Frame rate

Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

Some functions cannot be used with other menu options.

Restricted function Option Description

When Shoot night scenes, Photograph

Flash Choose a style (A 37)

Self-timer Choose a style (A 37)

Smile timer

Decorate

Change colors

Pick a shutter sound

Photo size Decorate (A 43

Print date

Choose a style (A 37)

Highlight colors (A 46)

Smile timer (A 35)

Choose a style (A 37)

Smile timer (A 35)

Choose a style (A 37)

Take a series of pictures (A 40)

)

Take a series of pictures (A 40)

food, Take a series of pictures, Photograph fireworks, or Shoot backlit scenes is selected, the flash cannot be used.

When Shoot at intervals, Take a series of pictures, or Photograph fireworks is

selected, the self-timer cannot be used.

When any option in Choose a style is enabled, Smile timer cannot be used.

When Highlight colors is enabled, Smile timer cannot be used.

When Smile timer is selected, Decorate cannot be used.

When any option in Choose a style is enabled, Decorate cannot be used.

When Smile timer is selected, Change colors cannot be used.

When any option in Choose a style is enabled, Change colors cannot be used.

When Take a series of pictures is selected, the shutter sound is disabled.

When Decorate is selected, the Photo size setting is fixed at F Small (2 megapixels).

When Take a series of pictures is selected, the date cannot be imprinted on images.

Shooting Features

Restricted function Option Description

When Shoot night scenes, Shoot at

Electronic VR Choose a style (A 37)

Smile timer (A 35)

Digital zoom

Choose a style (A 37)

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intervals, Take a series of pictures, Photograph fireworks, or Shoot backlit scenes is selected, electronic VR is disabled.

When Smile timer is selected, digital zoom cannot be used.

When Shoot night scenes, Shoot under

water, Shoot backlit scenes, Take soft pictures, or Create a diorama effect is

selected, digital zoom cannot be used.

Focusing

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Using Face Detection

In the following shooting modes and settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces.

• A Point and shoot (A 30)

• Shoot at intervals (A 39) and Take a series of pictures

(A 40) when using Choose a style

• Smile timer (A 35)

If the camera detects more than one face, a double border is displayed around the face that the camera focuses on, and single borders are displayed around the other faces.

If no faces are detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.

B Notes About Face Detection

• The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including the direction in which the faces are looking.

• The camera may be unable to detect faces in the following situations:

- When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or otherwise obstructed

- When faces take up too much or too little of the frame

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Using Skin Softening

When the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes and settings listed below, the camera detects human faces and processes the image to soften facial skin tones (up to three faces).

• A Point and shoot (A 30)

• Smile timer (A 35)

B Notes About Skin Softening

• It may take more time than usual to save images after shooting.

• Under some shooting conditions, the desired skin softening results may not be achieved, and skin

softening may be applied to areas of the image where there are no faces.

Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus

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The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator glows green:

• Subject is very dark

• Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene (e.g. the sun behind the

subject makes that subject appear very dark)

• No contrast between the subject and surroundings (e.g. a portrait subject wearing a white

shirt is standing in front of a white wall)

• Several objects are at different distances from the camera (e.g. the subject is inside a cage)

• Subjects with repeating patterns (window blinds, buildings with multiple rows of similarly

shaped windows, etc.)

• Subject is moving rapidly

In the situations noted above, try pressing the shutter-release button halfway to refocus several times, or focus on another subject positioned at the same distance from the camera as the actual desired subject, and use focus lock (A 55).

Focus Lock

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Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. The following explains how to use focus lock when A Point and shoot is enabled and the focus area is displayed in the center of the frame.

1 Position the subject in the center of

the frame and press the shutterrelease button halfway.

• Confirm that the focus area glows green.

• Focus and exposure are locked.

2 Without lifting your finger, recompose the

picture.

• Make sure to maintain the same distance between the camera and the subject.

3 Press the shutter-release button the rest of

the way down to take the picture.

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Displayed area guide

Playback Zoom

Pressing the multi selector H in full-frame playback mode (A 24) zooms in on the image.

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• To view a different area of the image, press flexible button 3 (G) to lock the zoom ratio and

press HIJK. If you want to change the zoom ratio, press flexible button 3 (H) and then change the zoom ratio as desired.

• If you are viewing an image that was captured using face detection, the camera zooms in on the face detected at the time of shooting (except when viewing an image size smaller than 320 × 240). To zoom in on an area of the image where there are no faces, press flexible button 3 (H) and then press H.

• When a zoomed image is displayed, press flexible button 1 (S) to return to full-frame playback mode.

h Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy

When using playback zoom, you can crop the image and save the displayed area of the image as a separate file by pressing flexible button 4 (h).

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Press the multi selector I in full-frame playback mode (A 24) to display images in contact sheets of thumbnail images.

• While using thumbnail playback mode, press JK to select an image, and the selected image is magnified and displayed at the center of the screen. Select an image and press H, and the selected image is displayed in the full-frame playback mode.

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Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)

When viewing images in full-frame playback mode, you can select one of the flexible buttons (A 6) and display the corresponding menu.

Playback menu Option Description A

Playback Features

V Have fun with pictures

Z View

Exchange

messages

Picture play

Grading

View by date

Slide show

View movie

Allows you to add voice messages to your images.

Allows you to edit your images using a variety of functions.

Allows you to add grade marks to your images. You can play back only images that have grade marks. Protects selected images from accidental deletion.

Allows you to play back images by selecting the shooting date from the calendar.

Allows you to view images in an automatic slide show.

Allows you to play back movies (A 63). A 63

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E20

E21

Playback menu Option Description A

Erase this picture only

n Erase

Erase selected pictures

Erase all pictures Allows you to delete all images (A 25). A 25

Retouch

l Settings

Print order

Camera settings

Available when a still image is displayed.

Available when a movie is displayed.

Allows you to delete only the image currently displayed (A 25).

Allows you to select multiple images and delete them (A 26).

Allows you to copy or rotate images or create a small copy of the current image.

Allows you to specify the image to be printed and the number of copies to be printed.

Allows you to change a number of general settings (A 65).

A 25

A 26

E27

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E32

E34

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When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera’s internal memory), the movie frame size (A 50) can be set to H Small (640) or C Small (old-fashioned).

1 Display the shooting screen.

• Check the remaining amount of movie recording time.

2 Press the b (e movie-record) button to start

movie recording.

• The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.

3 Press the b (e movie-record) button again to end recording.

B Maximum Movie Length

Individual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording.

• The maximum movie length for a single movie is displayed on the shooting screen.

• Recording may end before either limit is reached if camera temperature becomes elevated.

• The actual movie length may vary dependi ng on the movie content, subject movement, or type of

memory card.

B Notes About Saving Movies

After a movie has been recorded, it is not fully saved to the internal memory or memory card until monitor display returns to the shooting display. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card. Removing the memory card or the battery while a movie is being saved may result in loss of the movie data or damage to the camera or to the memory card.

B Notes About Movie Recording

• Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording

movies (F23). Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class rating are used.

• When recording movies while Electronic VR (A 65, E38) in the camera settings is set to Auto,

the angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) is narrow compared to that of still images.

• The optical zoom ratio cannot be changed once recording starts.

• There may be some degradation in image quality when digital zoom is used.

• The sounds of multi selector operation, autofocus lens drive movement, and aperture operation

when brightness changes may be recorded.

• The following phenomena may be seen in the monitor while recording movies. These phenomena are saved in the recorded movies.

- Banding may occur in images under fluorescent, mercury-vapor, or sodium-vapor lighting.

- Subjects that move quickly from one side of the frame to the other, such as a moving train or car,

may appear skewed.

- The entire movie image may be skewed when the camera is panned.

- Lighting or other bright areas may leave residual images when the camera is moved.

• Dependi ng on the distance to the subject or the amount of zoom applied, subjects with repeating patterns (fabrics, lattice windows, etc.) may have colored stripes (interference patterns, moire, etc.) in them during movie recording and playback. This occurs when the pattern in the subject and the layout of the image sensor interfere with each other; it is not a malfunction.

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B Camera Temperature

• The camera may become warm when shooting movies for an extended period of time or when the camera is used in a hot area.

• If the inside of the camera becomes extremely hot when recording movies, the camera will

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automatically stop recording. The amount of time remaining until the camera stops recording (u10s) is displayed. After the camera stops recording, it turns itself off. Leave the camera off until the inside of the camera has cooled.

B Notes About Autofocus

Autofocus may not perform as expected (A 54). Should this occur, try the following: Frame another subject—positioned at the same distance from the camera as the intended

subject—in the center of the frame, press the b (e movie-record) button to start recording, and then modify the composition.

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1 Press the c (shooting/playback mode) button to switch to playback

mode.

2 Use the multi selector JK to select

the desired movie and press flexible button 2 (Z).

• Movies can be identified by the movie recording

time indicator (A 5).

3 Press flexible button 4 (G View

movie).

• You can play movies.

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Functions Available During Playback

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Paused

During playback

Volume indicator

You can use the flexible buttons to perform the following operations.

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Function Icon Description

Advance

Rewind

Pause D

End

Hold down the button to advance the movie.

Hold down the button to rewind the movie.

Pause playback. The operations listed below can be performed while paused.

Advance the movie one frame. Hold down the button for continuous

advancing.

Rewind the movie one frame. Hold down the button for continuous

rewinding.

Resume playback.

Return to full-frame playback mode.

Adjusting Volume

Press the multi selector HI during playback.

Deleting movies

To delete a movie, select the desired movie in full-frame playback mode (A 24) and press flexible button 3 (n) (A 25).

General Camera Setup

Camera Settings Menu

Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings)

The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured.

Option Description A

Welcome screen

Date and time Allows you to set the camera clock. E35 Brightness Allows you to adjust the brightness of the monitor. E36 Print date Allows you to imprint the shooting date on images. E37

Electronic VR

AF assist Allows you to enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator. E39

Format memory/ Format card

Language Allows you to change the camera’s display language. E41

Menu background

Video mode Allows you to adjust TV-connection settings. E42

Charge by computer

Allows you to select whether or not the welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.

Allows you to choose whether to use electronic VR (vibration reduction) when shooting.

Allows you to format the internal memory or the memory card. E40

Allows you to change the background used on the menu screen.

Allows you to set whether or not the battery in the camera is charged when the camera is connected to a computer.

E34

E38

E41

E43

General Camera Setup

Option Description A Reset all Allows you to reset the camera’s settings to their default values. E44 Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. E44

General Camera Setup

Connecting the Camera to a TV,

Insert the plug straight.

USB/audio/video output connector

Open the cover.

HDMI micro connector (Type D)

Computer, or Printer

Connection Methods

You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer.

• Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off. Before disconnecting, make sure to turn the camera off.

• If the AC Adapter EH-62G (available separately) is used, this camera can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter as it may cause the camera to heat up or malfunction.

• For information about the connection methods and subsequent operations, refer to the documentation included with the device in addition to this document.

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Viewing images on a TV E45

Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio (stereo) plugs of the

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Viewing and organizing images on a computer A 69

Printing images without using a computer E48

optional audio video cable to the TV’s input jacks. Alternatively, connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack.

You can transfer images to a computer to perform simple retouching and manage image data. Connection method: Connect the camera to the computer’s USB port with the USB cable.

• Before connecting to a computer, install ViewNX 2 on the computer

(A 69).

• If any USB devices that draw the power from the computer are connected, disconnect them from the computer before you connect the camera to it. Connecting the camera and other USB-powered devices to the same computer simultaneously may cause a camera malfunction or excessive power supply from the computer, which could damage the camera or memory card.

If you connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images without using a computer. Connection method: Connect the camera directly to the printer’s USB port with the USB cable.

Using ViewNX 2

Your Imaging Toolbox

ViewNX 2™

Install ViewNX 2 to upload, view, edit, and share photos and movies.

Installing ViewNX 2

An Internet connection is required. For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region.

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

1 Download the ViewNX 2 installer.

Start the computer and download the installer from:

http://nikonimglib.com/nvnx/

2 Double-click the downloaded file. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. 4 Exit the installer.

Click Yes (Windows) or OK (Mac).

Transferring Images to the Computer

1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Choose one of the following methods:

• Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable. The camera automatically turns on. To transfer images that are saved in the camera’s internal memory, remov e the memory card from the camera before connecting it to the computer.

• SD card slot: If your computer is equipped with an SD card slot, the card can be inserted directly in the slot.

• SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card.

If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.

Start Transfer

• When using Windows 7

If the dialog shown at right is displayed, follow the steps below to select Nikon Transfer 2. 1Under Import pictures and videos, click

Change program. A program selection dialog will be displayed; select Import File using Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK.

2Double-click Import File.

If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts.

B Connecting the USB Cable

The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.

2 Transfer images to the computer.

• Click Start Transfer.

• At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer.

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

3 Terminate the connection.

• If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

computer operating system to eject the removable disk correspond ing to the memory card, and then remove the card from the card reader or card slot.

Viewing Images

Start ViewNX 2.

• Images are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete.

• Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2.

C Starting ViewNX 2 Manually

• Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut icon on the desktop.

• Mac: Click the ViewNX 2 icon in the Dock.

Reference Section

The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.

Have Fun with Pictures

E Exchange Messages................................................................................ E2

V Picture Play ................................................................................................ E7

A Grading ..................................................................................................... E16

View

G View by Date ...........................................................................................E20

m Slide Show ............................................................................................... E21

G View Movie .............................................................................................. E26

Settings

y Retouch..................................................................................................... E27

a Print Order ............................................................................................... E32

l Camera Settings ...................................................................................... E34

Connections

Connecting the Camera to a TV ............................................................. E45

Connecting the Camera to a Printer..................................................... E47

Additional Information

Error Messages ............................................................................................. E55

File Names...................................................................................................... E58

Optional Accessories .................................................................................. E59

E Exchange Messages

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Nikon S32 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

Read This First

About This Manual

Information and Precautions

For Your Safety

WARNINGS

Notices

<Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation

Notes About Shockproof Performance

Notes About Waterproof and Dustproof Performances

Before Using the Camera Underwater

Notes About Using the Camera Underwater

Cleaning After Using the Camera Underwater

Notes About Operating Temperature and Humidity and Condensation

Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

Attaching the Camera Strap

The Monitor

Shooting Mode

Playback Mode

Using the Flexible Buttons

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery

Preparation 2 Charge the Battery

Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card

Internal Memory and Memory Cards

Preparation 4 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time

Step 1 Turn the Camera On

Step 2 Frame a Picture

Using the Zoom

Step 3 Focus and Shoot

The Shutter-release Button

Step 4 Play Back Images

Step 5 Delete Images

Restrict Image Deletion (Image Lock)

Shooting Features

Functions Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu)

A Point and Shoot

Using the Flash

Using the Self-timer

Using the Smile Timer

Choose a Style (Shooting Suited to Scenes and Effects)

Tips and Notes

Decorate

Change Colors

Change Sounds

Choose a Size

Choose a Photo Size

Choose a Movie Frame Size

Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

Focusing

Using Face Detection

Using Skin Softening

Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus

Focus Lock

Playback Features

Playback Zoom

Thumbnail Playback

Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)

Recording and Playing Back Movies

Recording Movies

Playing Back Movies

General Camera Setup

Camera Settings Menu

Connection Methods

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Using ViewNX 2

Installing ViewNX 2

Transferring Images to the Computer

Viewing Images

Reference Section

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