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Introduction Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index i
Introduction Read This First Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S8200 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A vi) 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. Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera.
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Table of Contents Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... ii Introduction Read This First ........................................................................................................................................ ii Confirming the Package Contents ............................................................................................................. ii About This Manual......
Table of Contents Shooting Features............................................................................................................................ 35 Introduction A (Auto) Mode ................................................................................................................................... 36 Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings ....................................................................................................... 36 Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu..
Table of Contents General Camera Setup.................................................................................................................... 93 The Setup Menu .................................................................................................................................. 94 Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) ................................................................. E2 Shooting With Easy Panorama...............................................................
Table of Contents Introduction The Movie Menu.......................................................................................................................... E55 Movie Options ............................................................................................................................................. E55 Autofocus Mode......................................................................................................................................... E59 The Setup Menu .......
Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera ................................................2 The Camera Body ..........................................................................................2 Controls Used in Shooting Mode ............................................................4 Controls Used in Playback Mode .............................................................5 The Monitor..............................................................................................
Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 10 Flash raised 9 Lens cover closed Zoom control ........................................4, 5, 27 f : wide................................................4, 27 g : tele...................................................4, 27 1 h : thumbnail playback..............5, 31 i : playback zoom.........................5, 31 j : help..............................................
Parts of the Camera 1 8 9 10 3 4 11 16 1 Monitor ..........................................................6, 24 5 6 12 17 11 2 Rotary multi selector (multi selector)...10 13 14 15 18 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover....................14, 15 3 k (apply selection) button...............5, 10 12 Eyelet for camera strap............................. 12 4 c (playback) button..........4, 5, 9, 30, 80 13 HDMI mini connector (Type C)............ 81 Charge lamp ..............................
Parts of the Camera Controls Used in Shooting Mode Control Name Mode dial A Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Switches to another shooting mode. 24 Zooms in and out; rotate to g (i) to zoom in and make the subject larger, and rotate to f (h) to zoom out and view a wider area. 27 Rotary multi selector See “Using the Rotary Multi Selector.” 10, 11 d button Displays and hides the menu. 11, 37, 91, 94 Zoom control When pressed halfway (i.e.
Parts of the Camera Controls Used in Playback Mode Control Name Playback button Rotary multi selector Apply selection button d button A • When the camera is off, press and hold 21, this button to turn the camera on and to 30 change to playback mode. • Returns to shooting. 9 • When rotated to g (i): Magnifies the image. • When rotated to f (h): Displays thumbnails or the calendar. • Adjusts the volume when playing back voice memos and movies See “Using the Rotary Multi Selector.
Parts of the Camera The Monitor • The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Monitor settings (A 94) ➝ Photo info is set to Auto info).
Parts of the Camera 1 Shooting mode......................................24, 25 21 Aperture value ............................................... 28 2 Macro mode ....................................................64 22 Shutter speed................................................. 28 3 Zoom indicator ......................................27, 64 4 Focus indicator...............................................28 Focus area (auto, target finding AF) .......................................................
Parts of the Camera Playback Mode Full-frame display (A 30) 1 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 2 3 15/11/2011 12:00 9999.JPG 1 0 0 N I KO N 0004.JPG 5 1/250 F 3.3 6 7 8 9 999/ 999 11 12 a ISO 4/ 10 +1.0 100 4 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 999/ 999 9999/9999 1m 0s 1m 0s b 1 Date of recording .........................................22 14 Volume indicator..................80, 92, E50 2 Time of recording.........................................
Basic Operations Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode Shooting mode Playback mode 15/11/2011 15:30 0004. JPG 29m 0s 840 4/ 4 • Rotate the mode dial and align an icon to the mark to select a shooting mode (A 24-25). Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The camera has two modes of operation: Shooting mode, which is used for taking pictures, and playback mode, which is used for viewing pictures. To switch between playback mode and shooting mode, press the c (playback) button.
Basic Operations Using the Rotary Multi Selector Rotate the rotary multi selector, press the top (H), bottom (I), left (J), or right (K) edges of its surface, and the k button. • The rotary multi selector is sometimes referred to as “the multi selector” in this manual. In Shooting Mode Rotates to select an item*. Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Displays n (self-timer) (A 59) menu. Displays m (flash mode) (A 56) menu. Displays the creative slider (A 65).
Basic Operations Using Menus (the d Button) If you press the d button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings. Shooting mode Playback mode 15/11/2011 15:30 0004. JPG 4/ 840 Shooting menu Tabs Image mode White balance Metering Playback menu Tabs ISO sensitivity AF area mode Autofocus mode A tab: Displays the settings that can be changed for the current shooting mode (A 24).
Basic Operations Switching Between Tabs Shooting menu Shooting menu Image mode White balance Metering Image mode White balance Metering ISO sensitivity AF area mode Autofocus mode ISO sensitivity AF area mode Autofocus mode Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Press the rotary multi selector J to highlight the tab. Press the rotary multi selector H or I to select a tab, and press either the k button or K.
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On..............................................................................................20 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time (First Use After Purchase) ....22 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode.......................................................................................24 Step 3 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. 2 Insert the included EN-EL12 battery (rechargeable Li-ion battery). The Basics of Shooting and Playback 1 Battery latch • Use the battery to push the orange battery latch up in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2). • When the battery is inserted correctly, the battery latch will lock the battery in place.
Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery latch up in the direction indicated by the arrow (1). The battery can then be removed by hand (2). Do not pull it at an angle.
Preparation 2 Charge the Battery 1 Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 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.
Preparation 2 Charge the Battery The Charge Lamp Status Description Blinks slowly (green) The battery is charging. The battery is not charging. When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops blinking green and turns off. Flickers (green) • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F). • The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly connected, or there is a problem with the battery.
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card 1 Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover. • Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the cover. 2 Insert the memory card. Memory card slot • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. The Basics of Shooting and Playback B Inserting the Memory Card Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the memory card.
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Removing the Memory Card Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card, and then remove the card (2). Do not pull it at an angle. B High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • If you are turning the camera on for the first time, see “Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time” (A 22). • The lens extends and the monitor turns on. 2 Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. Battery level indicator The Basics of Shooting and Playback 29m 0s 840 Number of exposures remaining Battery Level Indicator Display b Description The battery is fully charged.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Turning the Camera On and Off • The power-on lamp will light in green briefly then turn off, and then the monitor will turn on. • To turn off the camera, press the power switch. When the camera turns off, the power-on lamp and the display turn off. • To turn on the camera and switch to playback mode, press and hold the c (playback) button. The lens will not extend.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time after purchase, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. 1 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired language and press the k button. Language Multi selector The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 • To cancel without changing the setting, select No.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Daylight Saving Time If daylight saving time is in effect, press the multi selector H to enable the daylight saving time function while setting the region in step 3. When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed at the top of the monitor. Press I to disable the daylight saving time function.
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Rotate the mode dial to select a shooting mode. • A (auto) mode is used in this example. Rotate the mode dial to A. Auto mode The Basics of Shooting and Playback 24 • The camera switches to A (auto) mode and the A icon is displayed. 29m 0s 840 • See “Shooting Mode” (A 6) in “The Monitor” for information about the shooting mode screen.
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Available Shooting Modes u Special effects mode (A 53) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Six different effects are available. A (Auto) mode (A 36) Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 37) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. C Continuous shooting mode (A 50) Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector).
Step 3 Frame a Picture 1 Hold the camera steady. Flash • Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF assist-illuminator, microphone, and speaker. • When taking pictures in portrait (tall) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 Frame the picture. • Point the camera at the object (subject) you want to take a picture of.
Step 3 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Zoom out Optical zoom Zoom in Digital zoom Digital Zoom When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating and holding the zoom control at g triggers digital zoom. Digital zoom can magnify the subject up to about 2× beyond the maximum magnification of the optical zoom. Maximum optical zoom The Basics of Shooting and Playback Use the zoom control to activate optical zoom.
Step 4 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you feel resistance. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • When you press the shutter-release button halfway, the camera sets the focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value). Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. • When the camera detects the main subject, it focuses on that subject.
Step 4 Focus and Shoot B Notes About Saving Images • While images are being saved, the number of exposures remaining (A 20) will blink. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover while images are being saved. Removing the battery or memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card. • It may take some time for the image to be saved depending on the current settings or the shooting conditions (F12).
Step 5 Play Back Images 1 Press the c (playback) button. • When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, the last image saved will be displayed full-frame. 2 c (playback) button Use the multi selector to select an image to display. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • To display previous images, press H or J. • To display subsequent images, press I or K. • You can also scroll through images by rotating the multi selector.
Step 5 Play Back Images Changing How Images Are Displayed When using playback mode, you can change how images are displayed by rotating the zoom control to f (h) and g (i). Playback Zoom 15/11/2011 15:30 0001. JPG g (i) 1/ 20 f (h) Image is displayed fullframe. Display area guide Image is zoomed in. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • You can change the zoom ratio by rotating the zoom control to f (h) and g (i). Images can be zoomed up to 10×.
Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images 1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired deletion method and press the k button. Delete The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Current image: The image currently displayed is Current image deleted. If the key picture of a sequence (A 51) is Erase selec ted images All images selected, all images in the sequence are deleted.
Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen 1 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be deleted, and then press H to display y. • To undo the selection, press I to remove y. • Rotate the zoom control (A 2) to g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback or f (h) to display thumbnails. 2 Erase selec ted images Back ON/OFF Add y to all desired images and then press the k button to confirm the selection.
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Shooting Features This chapter describes the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mode. You can select shooting modes and adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of images you want capture.
Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 37) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. 29m 0s 840 Shooting Features • You can change how the camera selects the area of the frame to focus on by pressing the d button, selecting the A tab, and then selecting AF area mode (A 37). The default setting is Target finding AF. When the camera detects the main subject, it focuses on that subject.
A (Auto) Mode Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu When using A (auto) mode, the following settings can be changed. Select A (auto) mode M d button M A tab (A 11) • The same items can be set when using continuous shooting mode (A 50). Other than the continuous shooting type, items share the same settings with continuous shooting mode, and the settings are saved in the camera’s memory even if the camera is turned off.
A (Auto) Mode Option Autofocus mode Description Shooting Features C 38 A When Single AF (default setting) is selected, the camera focuses only while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. When Full-time AF is selected, the camera focuses E42 even when the shutter-release button is not pressed halfway. You may hear the sound of the camera focusing. Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A 73).
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When one of the following scenes is selected in the scene menu or by rotating the mode dial, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. x (Scene auto selector) (A 40) The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture. j Night landscape (A 41) W Backlighting (A 42) O Pet portrait (A 43) Rotate the mode dial to j, W, or O and take pictures.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Changing Scene Mode Settings • Depending on the scene, the multi selector H (X), I (p), J (n), and K (o) can be used to set the corresponding features. See “Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector” (A 55) and “Default Settings” (A 69) for more information. • Features that can be set by pressing the d button: Image mode, which is the combination of image size and image quality (A 71).
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) j Night landscape Captures the atmosphere of night landscapes. Press the d button to set Night landscape to Hand-held or Tripod. Shooting Features • Hand-held (default setting): Select this option to produce shots with reduced blurring and noise even when the camera is hand-held. - The Y icon is displayed in the shooting screen.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) W Backlighting Use when light is coming from behind the subject, throwing features or details into shadow. Press the d button to set HDR (high dynamic range) compositing using the HDR setting according to the shooting conditions and subject. • When HDR is set to Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the subject from being hidden in shadow. - The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) O Pet portrait Shooting Features Use this mode when taking pictures of dogs or cats. When the camera detects the face of a dog or cat, the camera focuses on that face. Once the camera has focused, by default it automatically releases the shutter (pet portrait auto release). • Press the d button to set Pet portrait to Single or Continuous. - Single: Images are captured one at a time.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) y M b Portrait Use this mode for portraits. • When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on that face (A 76). • The camera softens skin tones by applying the skin softening function before saving images (A 77). • If no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. • Digital zoom cannot be used. y M c Landscape Shooting Features 44 Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) y M d Sports Use this mode when shooting sporting events. The camera captures a series of still images that allow you to clearly see detailed movements in a moving subject. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way to capture images continuously. Up to five images are captured continuously at a rate of about six fps (when image mode is set to P).
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) y M f Party/indoor Suitable for taking pictures at parties. Captures the effects of candlelight and other indoor background lighting. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • To avoid the effects of camera shake, hold the camera steady when shooting in dark surroundings. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A 94) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) y M k Close-up Use this mode to photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range. • Macro mode (A 64) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. • You can move the area of the frame that the area focuses on (AF area). To move the AF area, press the k button, and then rotate the multi selector or press H, I, J, or K.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) y M l Museum Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example, in museums and art galleries) or in other settings in which you do not want to use the flash. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • The camera captures a series of up to ten images while the shutter-release button is held all the way down, and the sharpest image in the series is automatically selected and saved (best shot selector; A 52).
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) y M p Panorama B Shooting Features Use this mode to take panorama pictures. From the screen displayed after the p Panorama scene mode is selected, select Easy panorama or Panorama assist. • Easy panorama (default setting): By simply moving the camera in the desired direction, panoramas that can be played back using the camera can be taken. - You can set the shooting range to Normal (180°) or Wide (360°).
Continuous Shooting Mode (Burst Shooting) Use this mode to capture the details of a moving subject by shooting a continuous series of images. 29m 0s 840 1 Shooting Features 50 Press the d button and confirm or change the settings in the continuous menu. • See “Continuous Menu” (A 52) for more information. • Press the d button after changing the settings and return to the shooting screen.
Continuous Shooting Mode (Burst Shooting) B Notes About Continuous Shooting Mode • It may take some time to save the images after shooting. The amount of time it takes to finish saving the captured images depends on the number of images, image mode, the write speed of the memory card, etc. • When ISO sensitivity increases, noise may appear in captured images. • The speed of continuous shooting may decrease depending on the image mode, type of memory card used, and shooting conditions.
Continuous Shooting Mode (Burst Shooting) Options Available in the Continuous Shooting Menu You can select the type of continuous shooting in the continuous shooting menu, in addition to the options (A 37) that are available when using A (auto) mode, such as image mode and white balance. Enter shooting mode M d button M V tab (A 11) • For items not related to continuous shooting, see “Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu” (A 37).
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. 29m 0s 840 The following six effects are available. Option Description P Nostalgic sepia Adds a sepia tone and reduces the contrast to simulate the qualities of an old photograph. F High-contrast monochrome Changes the image to black and white and gives it sharp contrast. G High key Gives the entire image a bright tone. H Low key Gives the entire image a dark tone.
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) 3 Frame the subject and shoot. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • When Selective color is selected in step 2, rotate the multi selector or press H or I to select the desired color from the slider.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector When shooting, the multi selector H (X), I (p), J (n), and K (o) can be used to set the following features.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Flash (Flash Mode) You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. 1 Press the multi selector H (m flash mode). 2 Use the multi selector to select the desired mode and press the k button. Shooting Features • See “Available Flash Modes” (A 57). • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Available Flash Modes U Auto Flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. V Auto with red-eye reduction Reduce “red-eye” in portraits caused by the flash. W Off Flash will not fire even when lighting is dim. • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings. X Fill flash Flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Raising and Lowering the Flash The camera automatically raises and lowers the flash. • Do not pull the flash up or push down on it. Shooting Features Raising the Flash When you press the shutter-release button halfway, the flash will pop up if the conditions required for flash shooting are met.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter ten or two seconds after you press the shutter-release button. The self-timer is useful when you want to be in the picture you are taking, and when you want to avoid the effects of camera shake that occur when you press the shutter-release button. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector 4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the shutter is released is displayed in the monitor. The selftimer lamp blinks while the timer is counting down. About one second before the shutter is released, the lamp stops blinking and glows steadily. • When the shutter is released, the self-timer will be set to OFF.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Smile Timer, Smile Timer Continuous When the camera detects a person’s smile, it automatically releases the shutter; you do not need to press the shutter-release button. • Smile timer: Images are captured one at a time. This feature can be used when shooting mode (A 24) is set to A (auto) mode or the Portrait or Night portrait scene mode (A 39). • Smile timer continuous: A continuous series of images is captured.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector 3 Shooting Features 62 Frame the picture and wait for the subject to smile. • When the camera detects a human face, a double border (focus area) is displayed around that face. When 29m 0s the camera has focused on that face, the double border will turn green for a moment and focus is 840 locked. • Up to three faces can be detected.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector B • • • • Notes About the Smile Timer, Smile Timer Continuous Digital zoom cannot be used. Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles. See “Notes About Face Detection” (A 76) for more information. This function cannot be used simultaneously with certain functions. See “Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously” (A 73) for more information.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using Macro Mode When using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the front of the lens. This feature is useful when taking close-up pictures of flowers and other small subjects. 1 Press the multi selector I (p macro mode). 2 Use the multi selector to select ON and press the k button. Shooting Features • The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, and Hue (Creative Slider) When the shooting mode (A 24) is set to A (auto) mode (A 36) or continuous shooting mode (A 50), use the creative slider to adjust brightness (exposure compensation), vividness, and hue for taking pictures. Operating the Creative Slider Press the multi selector K (o). 2 Press the multi selector J or K to select o, G, or F. 0.0 0.0 Brightness (Exp.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector 4 When adjustment is complete, press J or K to select y and press the k button. • If the k button (except when P is selected) or the shutter-release button is pressed in step 3, the selected amount of effect is applied. When the effect is applied, the camera returns to the shooting screen. • If brightness is adjusted, H and the compensation value are displayed. • If vividness is adjusted, a is displayed. • If hue is adjusted, b is displayed.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Adjust the overall brightness of the image. • To make the subject brighter, move the slider toward “+.” • To make the subject darker, move the slider toward “–.” Slider 0.0 0.0 Brightness (Exp. +/-) C Exposure Histogram compensation value Using the Histogram Adjusting Vividness (Saturation Adjustment) Adjust the overall vividness of the image. • Vividness increases as the slider is moved up.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) When the shooting mode (A 24) is set to scene mode (A 39) or special effects mode (A 53), you can adjust the brightness (exposure compensation). 1 Press the multi selector K (o exposure compensation). 2 Use the multi selector to select a compensation value. Shooting Features • To make the subject brighter, apply positive (+) exposure compensation.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. • Information about scene mode can be found on the next page. Flash (A 56) 1 2 3 Self-timer (A 59) Creative slider (A 65) Macro (A 64) Exposure compensation (A 68) A (auto) U Off1 Off Off – V (continuous) W2 Off3 Off Off – u (special effects) W Off Off – 0.0 You can turn the self-timer and smile timer (A 61) on and off. The setting cannot be changed.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default settings for scene mode are described below. Flash (A 56) x (A 40) U1 Off2 0.0 Off Off2 0.0 W (A 42) X3 Off Off2 0.0 O (A 43) W2 Y4 Off 0.0 b (A 44) V Off5 Off2 0.0 c (A 44) W2 Off Off2 0.0 Off2 Off2 0.0 e (A 45) V6 Off5 Off2 0.0 f (A 46) V7 Off Off2 0.0 Z (A 46) U Off Off 0.0 z (A 46) U Off Off 0.0 h (A 46) W2 Off Off2 0.0 i (A 46) W2 Off Off2 0.0 k (A 47) W Off On2 0.0 W2 Off On2 0.
Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) Enter shooting mode M d button M Shooting menu M Image mode You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image size and compression ratio that is used when saving images. Select the image mode best suited to the manner in which images will be used and the capacity of the internal memory or memory card.
Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) C Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in the internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved varies greatly depending on the composition of the image. In addition, this number may vary depending on the make of memory card, even when the memory cards have the same specified capacity.
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted function Setting Description AF area mode (A 37) When AF area mode is set to Subject tracking, self-timer cannot be used. Continuous Smile timer continuous (A 61) Smile timer continuous is used for shooting regardless of the Continuous setting. Macro mode AF area mode (A 37) When AF area mode is set to Subject tracking, macro mode cannot be used.
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Restricted function AF area mode Setting Shooting Features Self-timer (A 59) When using Target finding AF, if you use the self-timer, the camera functions as when AF area mode is set to Auto. Smile timer, smile timer continuous (A 61) Face detection is used regardless of the AF area mode setting.
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Restricted function Blink warning Setting Description Smile timer, smile timer continuous (A 61) Blink warning does not function. Night portrait (A 45) When Hand-held is selected, blink warning is disabled. Shooting Features B Notes About Digital Zoom • Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be available (E70). • When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses in the center of the frame.
Using Face Detection When the following shooting modes or settings are selected, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If the camera detects more than one face, a double border is displayed around the face that the camera will focus on, and single borders are displayed around the other faces.
Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released when using one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image. • Scene auto selector (A 40), Portrait (A 44), or Night portrait (A 45) scene mode is selected. Skin softening can also be applied to saved images (A 80). Shooting Features B Notes About Skin Softening • It may take more time than usual to save images after shooting.
Focus Lock You can use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode. The following procedure describes how to use focus lock when using A (auto) mode with AF area mode (A 37) set to Center. 1 Position the subject in the center of the frame. 29m 0s 840 2 Shooting Features Press the shutter-release button halfway. • Confirm that the focus area glows green. • Focus and exposure are locked. 3 1/250 F 3.3 1/250 F 3.
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Playback Features Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can select one of the following functions by pressing the d button (A 11) to display the menu and then selecting the c tab. Option Playback Features 80 Description A k Quick retouch* Allows you to create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced.
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer 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. For information about the connection methods and subsequent operations, refer to the documentation included with the device in addition to this document.
Using ViewNX 2 ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM. Your Imaging Toolbox ViewNX 2™ Installing ViewNX 2 • An Internet connection is required.
Using ViewNX 2 2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window. • If the desired language is not available, click Region Selection to choose a different region and then choose the desired language (the Region Selection button is not available in the European release). • Click Next to display the installation window. 3 Start the installer.
Using ViewNX 2 Transferring Images to the Computer 1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer. 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 supplied USB Cable UC-E6. The camera automatically turns on. Playback Features • SD card slot: If your computer is equipped with an SD card slot, the card can be inserted directly in the slot.
Using ViewNX 2 2 Transfer images to the computer. • Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed in the “Source” panel in the Nikon Transfer 2 “Options” area (1). • Click Start Transfer (2). 1 2 • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. 3 Terminate the connection. Viewing Images Playback Features • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
Using ViewNX 2 Retouching Photographs Click Edit in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. Image editing functions include tone compensation, sharpness adjustment, and trimming (cropping). Editing Movies Click Movie Editor in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. Movie editing functions include the ability to delete unwanted scenes. Playback Features Printing Images Click Print in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. A dialog is displayed and images can be printed using a printer connected to the computer.
Recording and Playing Back Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 29m 0s 840 12m30s In playback mode, press the k button to play a movie. 10s 4s Recording and Playing Back Movies 15/11/2011 15:30 0010.
Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. Color tones, white balance, and other settings are the same when recording movies as they are when taking pictures. 1 Display the shooting screen. Movie option • The icon for the selected movie option is displayed. The default setting is d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) (A 91). * The maximum movie length shown in the illustrations in this manual is for example purposes only.
Recording Movies B Notes About Movie Recording • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording movies (A 19). When using a memory card with a lower Speed Class rating, movie recording may stop unexpectedly. • There may be some degradation in image quality when digital zoom is used.
Recording Movies C Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length Movie options (A 91) Internal memory (approx. 89 MB) d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) (default setting) 37 s1 e HD 1080p (1920×1080) f HD 720p (1280×720) 25 min 57 s 40 min 1 min 25 s 60 min 33 s1 25 min 4 min 11 s 3h p iFrame 540 (960×540) g VGA (640×480) Memory card (4 GB)2 All figures are approximate. The maximum movie length may vary depending on the make of the memory card, even among memory cards of the same capacity.
Recording Movies Changing Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab (A 11) The following settings can be changed. Movie Movie options Autofocus mode A Movie options E55 Autofocus mode Select the autofocus method used when recording normal speed movies. When A Single AF (default setting) is selected, focus is locked when movie recording begins. When B Full-time AF is selected, E59 the camera focuses continuously while recording.
Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback mode. Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A 91). Press the k button to play back movies. 15/11/2011 15:30 0010.MOV Movie options 10s Functions Available During Playback Rotate the multi selector to advance or rewind the movie. Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to select a control. The operations described below are available.
General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu. Set up 840 • See “Using Menus (the d Button)” (A 11) for information about using the camera’s menus. • For further details about each setting, refer to “The Setup Menu” in the Reference Section (E60).
General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Press the d button M z (setup) tab (A 11) From the menu screen, select the z tab to display the setup menu, and then you can change the following settings. Option General Camera Setup 94 Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduc tion Motion detec tion AF assist Description A Welcome screen Allows you to select the image displayed as the welcome screen when the camera is turned on.
The Setup Menu A Motion detection E68 AF assist When set to Auto (default setting), the AF-assist illuminator (A 2) lights when shooting in dark surroundings to help the camera focus. • The AF-assist illuminator has a range of about 2.2 m (7 ft 3 in.) at the maximum wide-angle position and about 1.4 m (4 ft 7 in.) at the maximum telephoto position. • Even if Auto is selected, the AF-assist illuminator may not light depending on the position of the focus area or the scene mode that is selected.
The Setup Menu General Camera Setup 96 Option Description A Charge by computer When set to Auto (default setting), you can charge the camera’s battery by connecting the camera to a computer (provided that the computer is able to supply power). • When charging by computer, it takes more time to charge the battery than when using the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. Additionally, when charging by computer and transferring images to the computer, it takes more time to charge the battery.
E Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback).............................................. E2 Using Panorama Assist ............................................................................................. E5 Playback Playing Back and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) ...... E7 Editing Still Images ...........................................................................
Reference Section Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Shooting With Easy Panorama 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to y, press the d button and select p Panorama (A 39). Select V Easy panorama and press the k button. Reference Section Select W Normal (180°) or X Wide (360°) as the shooting range and press the k button.
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) 5 Press the shutter-release button all the way, and then remove your finger from the shutter-release button. • I is displayed to indicate the direction of camera movement. 6 Move the camera slowly and straight in one of the four directions, and begin shooting. • When the camera detects which direction it is moving in, shooting begins. • A guide indicating the current shooting position is displayed.
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Playing Back Images With Easy Panorama (Scroll Playback) Switch to playback mode (A 30), display an image captured using easy panorama in full-frame playback mode, and then press the k button to display the short edge of the image using the entire monitor and automatically move (scroll) the displayed area. 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.JPG 4/ 4 • The image scrolls in the direction that the camera was moved at the time of shooting.
Using Panorama Assist Use a tripod for the best results. Set Vibration reduction (E67) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to y, press the d button and select p Panorama (A 39). Select U Panorama assist and press the k button. • Panorama direction icons are displayed to show the direction in which images will be joined.
Using Panorama Assist 5 Take the next picture. • Frame the next image so that one third of the frame overlaps the first image, and press the shutter-release button. • Repeat this process until the necessary number of images has been taken to complete the scene. 6 29m 0s End 839 Press the k button when shooting is complete. • The camera returns to step 3.
Playing Back and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Each series of images captured using the following settings is saved in a sequence.
Playing Back and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) C How Sequences Are Displayed on the Playback Screen When using thumbnail playback mode, images are displayed as shown below. 9/ 20 1/ 4/9/16-image thumbnails 79 72-image thumbnails When Sequence display options (E54) in the playback menu is set to Individual pictures, if you select images in a sequence when using full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, the F icon is displayed.
Playing Back and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Deleting Images in a Sequence If Sequence display options (E54) in the playback menu is set to Key picture only, press the l button to select a deletion method and delete the following images. • If only the key picture is displayed to represent all images: - Current image: When a sequence is selected, all images in that sequence are deleted.
Editing Still Images Editing Features Use the COOLPIX S8200 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E84). The editing functions described below are available. Editing function Description Quick retouch (E12) Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. D-Lighting (E13) Create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the image. Skin softening (E14) Make facial skin tones softer.
Editing Still Images C Restrictions on Image Editing When an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following restrictions. Editing function used Editing functions that can be added Quick retouch D-Lighting The skin softening, filter effects, small picture, or crop function can be added. The quick retouch and D-Lighting functions cannot be used together. Skin softening Filter effects The quick retouch, D-Lighting, small picture, or crop function can be added.
Editing Still Images k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Quick retouch can be used to easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. Copies created with the quick retouch function are saved as separate files. 1 Select an image in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or thumbnail playback mode (A 31) and press the d button. 2 Use the multi selector to select k Quick retouch and press the k button.
Editing Still Images I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of an image. Enhanced copies are saved as separate files. 1 Select an image in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or thumbnail playback mode (A 31) and press the d button. 2 Use the multi selector to select I D-Lighting and press the k button.
Editing Still Images e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones The camera detects faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial skin tones. Copies created using the skin softening function are saved as separate files. 1 Select an image in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or thumbnail playback mode (A 31) and press the d button. 2 Use the multi selector to select e Skin softening and press the k button. • The screen for selecting the degree of softening is displayed.
Editing Still Images B Notes About Skin Softening Depending upon the direction in which faces are looking, or the brightness of faces, the camera may be unable to accurately recognize faces, or the skin softening function may not perform as expected. C More Information See “File and Folder Names” (E84) for more information.
Editing Still Images p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Digital filter effects can be used to apply a variety of effects to images. The following effects are available. Copies created with the filter effects function are saved as separate files. Type Description Cross screen Produce star-like rays of light that radiate outward from bright objects such as sunlight reflections or street lights. This effect is suitable for night scenes.
Editing Still Images 4 Confirm the effect, and press the k button. Preview • A new, edited copy is created. • To exit without saving the copy, press the multi selector J. Back • Copies created using the filter effects function are indicated by the c icon displayed during playback. Save 15/11/2011 15:30 0004. JPG 4/ 4 Reference Section C More Information See “File and Folder Names” (E84) for more information.
Editing Still Images g Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Create a small copy of the current image. This feature is useful for creating copies for display on Web pages or for e-mail attachments. The 640×480, 320×240, and 160×120 sizes are available. Small copies are saved as separate files with a compression ratio of about 1:16. 1 Select an image in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or thumbnail playback mode (A 31) and press the d button.
Editing Still Images a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A 31) enabled. Cropped copies are saved as separate files. 1 Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 30) to zoom in on the image. • To crop an image displayed in “tall” (portrait) orientation, zoom in on the image until the black bars displayed on the both sides of the monitor disappear.
Editing Still Images C Image Size As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced. When the image size of the cropped copy is 320 × 240 or 160 × 120, a black frame is displayed around the image, and the small picture icon A is displayed in the left of the monitor in playback mode. C More Information See “File and Folder Names” (E84) for more information.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Connect the camera to a TV to play images or movies back on the TV. If your TV is equipped with an HDMI jack, a commercially available HDMI cable can be used to connect the camera to the TV. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV. When using the included audio/video cable Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack and the white and red plugs to the audio-in jacks on the TV.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) 3 Set the TV’s input to external video input. • See the documentation provided with your TV for details. 4 Press and hold the camera's c button and turn on the camera. • The camera enters playback mode and images are displayed on the TV. • While connected to the TV, the camera monitor will remain off. B Notes About Connecting the HDMI Cable Reference Section • HDMI cable is not included.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible (F19) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print images.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Connecting the Camera to a Printer 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Turn on the printer. • Check printer settings. 3 Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable. • Be sure that plugs are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert plugs at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) 4 The camera is automatically turned on. • When properly connected, the PictBridge startup screen (1) will be displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Print selection screen (2). 1 2 Print selec tion 15/11 2011 NO. 32 32 Reference Section B If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is Not Displayed Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. Set the Charge by computer option (E75) in the camera’s setup menu to Off and reconnect the cable.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E24), follow the procedures described below to print an image. 1 Use the multi selector to select the desired image and press the k button. Print selec tion 15/11 2011 • Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, and g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback. 2 Select Copies and press the k button. NO.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) 6 Select Start print and press the k button. PictBridge 0 0 4 prints Star t print Copies Paper size 7 Printing begins. • Monitor display returns to the screen shown in step 1 when printing is complete. • To cancel printing before all copies have been printed, press the k button.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) 4 Select Print selection, Print all images, or DPOF printing and press the k button. Print menu Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Paper size Print selection Reference Section Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selec tion 10 copies (up to nine) of each. • Rotate the multi selector, or press J or K to 1 1 3 select images, and press H or I to specify the number of copies to be printed.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) DPOF printing Print images for which a print order was created using the Print order option (E43). • When the screen shown on the right is displayed, select Start print and press the k button to start printing. Select Cancel and press the k button to return to the print menu. • To view the current print order, select View images and press the k button. To print images, press the k button again.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 71) for information about Image mode. • Other than the Continuous (E35), items share the same settings with A (auto) mode and continuous shooting mode, and the settings are saved in the camera’s memory even if the camera is turned off. • Continuous can be selected only when using continuous shooting mode.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) B Notes About White Balance • When hue is adjusted using the creative slider (A 67), this feature cannot be set. • Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A 73). • At white-balance settings other than Auto or Flash, turn the flash off (W) (A 56).
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) Using Preset Manual Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with white balance settings like Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make images shot under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been shot under white light). Use the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) Metering Enter A (auto) mode or continuous shooting mode M d button M A or C tab M Metering The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine exposure is known as metering. Select how the camera meters exposure. Option Description G Matrix (default setting) Uses a wide area of the screen for metering. This metering mode provides the appropriate exposure for a variety of shooting conditions. Recommended in most situations.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) ISO Sensitivity Enter A (auto) mode or continuous shooting mode M d button M A or C tab M ISO sensitivity When ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures. Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, pictures can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) Continuous Shooting Enter shooting mode M d button M C tab M Continuous Select the desired continuous shooting option (only when using continuous shooting mode). Option Description q Pre-shooting cache Pre-shooting cache makes it easy to capture perfect moments, by saving images from before the shutter-release button was pressed all the way.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) Option Description Each time the shutter-release button is pressed, the camera takes 16 shots at a rate of about 30 fps and arranges them in a single image. • Image mode is fixed at L (image size: 2560 × 1920 pixels). • Digital zoom cannot be used. W Multi-shot 16 The current continuous shooting setting is indicated by an icon when shooting (A 6).
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) AF Area Mode Enter A (auto) mode or continuous shooting mode M d button M A or C tab M AF area mode Use this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option Description w Auto The camera has nine focus areas, and automatically selects the focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera. Press the shutter-release button halfway to activate the focus area.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) Option x Manual Description Select one of 99 focus areas in the Selectable focus area monitor. This option is suited to situations in which the intended subject is relatively still and not positioned in the center of the frame. Rotate the multi selector or press H, I, J, or K to move the focus area to where the subject is, and take a picture.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) Option Description When the camera detects the main subject, it focuses on that subject. Press the shutter-release button halfway to activate the focus area. When the shutter-release button is M Target finding AF pressed halfway, focus areas that suit (default setting) the size of the subject are displayed 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3 in the monitor (up to 12 areas).
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) Using Subject Tracking Use this mode to take pictures of moving subjects. When you register a subject, subject tracking begins and the focus area automatically follows the subject. 1 Press the d button in A (auto) mode or continuous shooting mode. • The shooting menu or continuous shooting menu is displayed. 2 Use the multi selector to select Subject tracking in the AF area mode option and press the k button.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) 4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take a picture. • The camera focuses on the focus area when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. The focus area will glow green and focus will be locked. • If the shutter-release button is pressed halfway while the focus area is not displayed, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. 1/250 F 3.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode) Autofocus Mode Enter A (auto) mode or continuous shooting mode M d button M A or C tab M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses. Option Description A Single AF (default setting) The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. B Full-time AF The camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed down halfway. Use with moving subjects.
The Playback Menu • For information about the following image editing features, see “Editing Still Images” (E10): - Quick retouch - Skin softening - Small picture - D-Lighting - Filter effects a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M c tab M a Print order 1 2 Select Select images and press the k button. Print order Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each.
The Playback Menu 3 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information. • Select Date and press the k button to print the shooting date on all images. • Select Info and press the k button to print shooting information (shutter speed and aperture value) on all images. • Select Done and press the k button to apply the settings. Images selected for printing are indicated by the w icon during playback. Print order Done Date Info 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.
The Playback Menu C Print Date When shooting date and time are imprinted on images using the Print date option (E66) in the setup menu, images are saved with shooting date and time imprinted on the image when they are captured. Images with the date imprinted on them can be printed from printers that do not support printing of the date on images. If the Print date option is used to imprint the shooting date on images, the Date selection option of the Print order function has no effect.
The Playback Menu b Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M c tab M b Slide show Play back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.” 1 Use the multi selector to select Start and press the k button. Slide show Pause • To change the interval between images, select Frame intvl, select the desired interval time, and press the k Star t button before selecting Start.
The Playback Menu d Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M c tab M d Protect Protect selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously protected images from the image selection screen. See “The Image Selection Screen” (E48) for more information. Note that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card will permanently delete protected images (E73). Protected images are indicated by the s icon during playback (A 8).
The Playback Menu The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Print order > Select images (E43) • Protect (E47) • Rotate image (E49) • Copy > Selected images (E52) • Choose key picture (E54) • Welcome screen > Select an image (E60) • Delete image > Erase selected images (A 32) Protec t Back ON/OFF Follow the procedures described below to select the images.
The Playback Menu f Rotate Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M c tab M f Rotate image Specify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. Images that were saved in portrait (“tall”) orientation can be rotated up to 180 degrees in either direction. Select an image from the image selection screen (E48).
The Playback Menu E Voice Memo Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M c tab M E Voice memo Use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images. • For an image that has no voice memo, the voice memo recording screen is displayed; for an image that has a voice memo (i.e., an image indicated by p in full-frame playback mode), the voice memo playback screen is displayed. Recording Voice Memos • Press and hold the k button to record a voice memo (up to 20 seconds).
The Playback Menu Deleting Voice Memos Press the l button while the screen described in “Playing Voice Memos” is displayed. When the confirmation dialog is displayed, select Yes and press the k button. Only the voice memo will be deleted. File will be deleted. OK? Yes No Reference Section B Notes About Voice Memos • When an image with a voice memo attached is deleted, both the image and its voice memo are deleted. • You cannot delete voice memos attached to protected images (E47).
The Playback Menu h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M c tab M h Copy Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the multi selector to select a copy destination and press the k button. Copy • q: Copy images from internal memory to memory card. • r: Copy images from memory card to internal memory. 2 Reference Section E52 Select a copy option and press the k button.
The Playback Menu B Notes About Copying Images • JPEG-, MOV-, and WAV-format files can be copied. Files saved in any other format cannot be copied. • If voice memo (E50) are attached to images selected for copying, voice memos are copied with the images. • Operation is not guaranteed with images captured with another make of camera or that have been modified on a computer. • When copying images for which Print order (E43) options are enabled, the print order settings are not copied.
The Playback Menu C Sequence Display Options Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M c tab M C Sequence display options Select the method used to display a series of images shot continuously (sequence; E7) when viewing them in full-frame playback mode (A 30) and in thumbnail playback mode (A 31). Settings are applied to all sequences, and the setting is saved in the camera’s memory even if the camera is turned off.
The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab M Movie options Select the desired movie option to record. In addition to normal speed movies, the camera can also record high speed (HS) movies (E57), which can be played back in slow motion or fast motion. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean higher image quality and larger movie file sizes. Normal Speed Movies Option Description Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded.
The Movie Menu HS Movie Option Description h HS 120 fps (640×480) 1/4-speed slow motion movies with a 4:3 aspect ratio are recorded. • Max. recording time: 7 minutes and 15 seconds (playback time: 29 minutes) • Movie bitrate: 2.8 Mbps • Frame rate: About 120 frames per second • When the shooting mode is set to special effects (A 53), the Soft effect is not applied to movies. Only the hue of the Nostalgic sepia effect is applied.
The Movie Menu Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. Movies can be played back in slow motion at 1/4 or 1/2 of normal playback speed, or played back in fast motion at a speed two times faster than normal speed. • See “HS Movie” (E58) for more information. 1 2 Display the movie menu (E55), use the multi selector to select Movie options, and then press the k button. Confirm or change HS movie settings, and then press the k button.
The Movie Menu B Notes About HS Movie • Sound is not recorded. • When recording HS movies, zoom position, focus, exposure, and white balance are locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start recording. C HS Movie Recorded movies are played back at about 30 frames per second. When Movie options (E55) is set to HS 120 fps (640×480) or HS 60 fps (1280×720), you can record movies that can be played back in slow motion.
The Movie Menu Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab M Autofocus mode Select the autofocus method used when recording normal speed movies. Option Description A Single AF (default setting) Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start recording. Select this option when the distance between the camera and the subject will remain fairly consistent. B Full-time AF Camera focuses continuously.
The Setup Menu Welcome Screen d button M z tab M Welcome screen Select whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Option Description COOLPIX The camera displays a welcome screen and enters shooting or playback mode. Select an image Displays an image selected for the welcome screen. When the image selection screen is displayed, select an image (E48) and press the k button.
The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date d button M z tab M Time zone and date Set the camera clock. Option Date and time Description Set camera clock to current date and time. Use the multi selector to set the date and time in the date screen. • Select an item: Press K or J to change between D, M, Y, hour, and minute. • Edit the highlighted item: Rotate the multi selector or press H or I. • Apply the setting: Select the minute setting and press the k button.
The Setup Menu 3 Press K. Time zone • The travel destination screen is displayed. London, Casablanca 15/11/2011 15:30 Home time zone Travel destination 4 Press J or K to select the travel destination time zone. • If daylight saving time is in effect, press H to enable daylight saving time function. W is displayed at the top of the monitor and the camera clock is advanced one hour. Press I to disable the daylight saving time function. • Press the k button to apply the travel destination time zone.
The Setup Menu C Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock to local time from the Date and time option.
The Setup Menu Monitor Settings d button M z tab M Monitor settings Set the options below. Option Description Photo info Select information displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback. See “Photo Info” (E65) for more information. Brightness Select from five settings for monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
The Setup Menu Photo Info Select whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor. See “The Monitor” (A 6) for information about indicators displayed in the monitor. Shooting mode Playback mode 15/11/2011 15:30 0004. JPG Show info 29m 0s 4/ 840 4 The same information as in Show info is displayed. If no operations are Auto info performed after a few seconds, the display will be the same as Hide info. (default setting) The information is displayed again when an operation is performed.
The Setup Menu Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) d button M z tab M Print date The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images during shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E44). 15.11.2011 Option Description f Date Date is imprinted on images. S Date and time Date and time are imprinted on images. k Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on images.
The Setup Menu Vibration Reduction d button M z tab M Vibration reduction Reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Vibration reduction reduces blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, which commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds. The effects of camera shake are reduced when recording movies, in addition to when taking still pictures. Set Vibration reduction to Off when shooting still images while using a tripod to stabilize the camera.
The Setup Menu Motion Detection d button M z tab M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images. Option Description Reference Section U Auto (default setting) When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring. However, motion detection does not function in the following situations.
The Setup Menu AF Assist d button M z tab M AF assist Enable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit. Option Description Auto (default setting) AF-assist illuminator will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is dimly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 2.2 m (7 ft 3 in.) at the maximum wide-angle position and about 1.4 m (4 ft 7 in.) at the maximum telephoto position.
The Setup Menu Digital Zoom d button M z tab M Digital zoom Enable or disable digital zoom. Option Description On (default setting) When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating the zoom control to g (i) triggers digital zoom (A 27). Off Digital zoom will not be activated. Reference Section B Notes About Digital Zoom • When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses in the center of the frame. • Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations.
The Setup Menu Sound Settings d button M z tab M Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Option Description Button sound Select On (default setting) or Off. When On is selected, a beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject, and three times when an error is detected. Start-up sound will also play when the camera is turned on. Shutter sound Select On (default setting) or Off.
The Setup Menu Auto Off d button M z tab M Auto off If no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters standby mode (A 21). Select the time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode from 30 s, 1 min (default setting), 5 min, and 30 min. Reference Section C When the Monitor Has Turned Off to Save Power • When the camera is in standby mode, the power-on lamp blinks.
The Setup Menu Format Memory/Format Card d button M z tab M Format memory/Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be restored. Be sure to transfer important images to a computer before formatting. Formatting the Internal Memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. The Format memory option is displayed in the setup menu.
The Setup Menu Language d button M z tab M Language Select one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages.
The Setup Menu Charge by Computer d button M z tab M Charge by computer Select whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connected to a computer via the USB cable (A 81). Option Description Auto (default setting) When the camera is connected to a computer that is running, the battery inserted into the camera is automatically charged using power supplied by the computer.
The Setup Menu C The Charge Lamp The following chart explains charge lamp status when the camera is connected to a computer. Charge lamp Description Blinks slowly (green) Battery charging. Off Battery not charging. If the charge lamp changes from slow blinking (green) to off while the power-on lamp is lit, charging is complete. Flickers (green) • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F).
The Setup Menu Blink Warning d button M z tab M Blink warning Specify whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A 76) when shooting in the following modes. • A (auto) mode (when Face priority (E37) is selected for AF area mode option) • In the following scene modes: - Scene auto selector (A 40) - Portrait (A 44) - Night portrait (when Tripod is selected) (A 45) Option Description Off (default setting) Blink warning is not enabled.
The Setup Menu The Blink Warning Screen When the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor, the operations described below are available. If no operations are performed within a few seconds, the camera automatically returns to shooting mode. Did someone blink? End Function Control Enlarge the detected face that blinked g (i) Switch to full-frame playback mode f (h) Rotate the zoom control to g (i). Rotate the zoom control to f (h).
The Setup Menu Filmstrip d button M z tab M Filmstrip Allows you to select whether or not filmstrips are displayed when you rotate the multi selector quickly in full-frame playback mode (A 30). Option Description On Image thumbnails are displayed in the bottom of the monitor when you rotate the multi selector quickly while viewing an image in full-frame playback mode. 10/ 10 You can view thumbnails of previous and subsequent images, and select an image.
The Setup Menu Reset All d button M z tab M Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Basic Shooting Functions Option Default value Flash mode (A 56) Auto Self-timer (A 59) Off Macro mode (A 64) Off Creative slider adjustment (A 65) Off Exposure compensation (A 67, 68) 0.
The Setup Menu Backlighting Menu Option HDR (A 42) Default value Off Pet portrait Menu Option Pet portrait (A 43) Default value Continuous Continuous Shooting Menu Option Continuous (A 52) Default value Continuous Special Effects Menu Option Special effects (A 53) Default value Soft Movie Menu Option Default value HD 1080pP (1920×1080) Autofocus mode (E59) Single AF Setup Menu Option Default value Welcome screen (E60) None Photo info (E64) Auto info Brightness (E64) 3 Print date (E66)
The Setup Menu Option Default value HDMI (E74) Auto HDMI device control (E74) On Charge by computer (E75) Auto Blink warning (E77) Off Filmstrip (E79) Off Others Option Default value Paper size (E26, E27) Default Frame interval for Slide show (E46) 3s Reference Section • Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E84) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available.
The Setup Menu Firmware Version d button M z tab M Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. C O O L P I X S 8200 V e r. x .
File and Folder Names Images, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows. D SC N 00 0 1 . J P G Identifier (not shown on camera monitor) Original still images (voice memo attachment included) and movies DSCN Small copies (voice memo attachment included) SSCN Cropped copies (voice memo attachment included) RSCN Images created by an image editing function other than crop and small picture (voice memo attachment included) FSCN Extension (indicates file format) Still images .
Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL121 Charging AC adapter Charging AC Adapter EH-69P1, 2 Battery charger Battery Charger MH-65 AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) AC adapter Be sure that the power connector cord has been properly aligned in the power connector and battery chamber grooves before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. If part of the cord runs out of the grooves, the cover or cord may be damaged when the cover is closed.
Error Messages Display Problem A Solution E61 Reference Section O (blinks) Clock not set. Set date and time. N Battery exhausted. Battery exhausted. Charge or replace the battery. 14, 16 P Battery temperature high Battery temperature is high. Turn off camera, and allow battery to cool down before resuming use. After five seconds, this message will disappear, the monitor will turn off, and the power-on 21 lamp will blink rapidly.
Error Messages Display P Card is not formatted. Format card? Yes No u Out of memory. Problem Memory card has not been formatted for use in COOLPIX S8200. Memory card is full. A Solution Formatting deletes all data saved on the memory card. Be sure to select No and make copies of any images which need to be F5 kept before formatting the memory card. Select Yes and press the k button to format the memory card. • • • • Select smaller image size. Delete images. Insert new memory card.
Error Messages Display N Memory contains no images. Problem No images in the internal memory or memory card. A Solution • Remove the memory card from the camera to play back images saved in the camera’s internal memory. • To copy image from internal memory to memory card, press the d button. The copy screen will be displayed and images in the internal memory can be copied to memory card. 18 E52 Reference Section N File contains no image data. File not created with the COOLPIX S8200.
Error Messages Display Problem u Unable to create panorama. u Unable to create panorama. Pan the camera in one direction only. Lens error. Turn camera off and then on again. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. 20 Turn camera off and reconnect USB cable. E24 14, 21 – Error occurred during P communication with Communications error printer. System error Q Error has occurred in camera’s internal circuitry.
Error Messages Display Problem PR Ink error. Printer error: check ink A Solution Check ink, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.* – Replace ink cartridge, select PR Running out of ink or ink Resume, and press the k Printer error: out of ink cartridge is empty. button to resume printing.* – PR Printer error: file corrupt – An error caused by the image file has occurred. Select Cancel and press the k button to cancel printing.
Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product...............................................F2 The Camera.............................................................................................................F2 The Battery..............................................................................................................F4 Charging AC Adapter..........................................................................................F5 Memory Cards ...........................................
Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. B Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. B Handle the Lens and All Moving Parts with Care Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot, or battery chamber. These parts are easily damaged.
Caring for the Product B Notes About the Monitor • The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light. This is a characteristic common to all TFT LCD displays, and does not indicate a malfunction. Images saved using the product will not be affected. • Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting. • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative.
Caring for the Product The Battery Technical Notes and Index • Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge the battery if necessary. Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged as this will result in reduced battery performance. Whenever possible, carry a fully charged spare battery when taking pictures on important occasions. • Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C (104 °F).
Caring for the Product Charging AC Adapter • The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for use only with compatible devices. Do not use with another make or model of device. • The EH-69P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other countries, use a plug adapter (commercially available) as necessary. For more information about plug adapters, consult your travel agency.
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Lens Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of them and working toward the edges.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem A Cause/Solution • Confirm all connections. • Off is selected for Charge by computer in the setup menu. • When charging by connecting the camera to a computer, battery charging stops when the camera is turned off.
Troubleshooting Problem A Cause/Solution • Camera is off. • Standby mode for saving power: press the power switch, shutter-release button, c button, or b (e movie-record) button, or rotate the mode dial. • When flash lamp blinks, wait until flash has charged. • Camera and computer are connected via USB cable. • Camera and TV are connected via A/V cable or HDMI cable. 21 2, 21 Monitor is hard to read. • Adjust monitor brightness. • Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor.
Troubleshooting Problem Camera becomes hot. A Cause/Solution The camera may become hot when shooting movies for an extended period of time or when the camera is used in a hot area; this is not a malfunction. – Characteristics of Digital Cameras In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge.
Troubleshooting Shooting Issues Problem Cannot switch to shooting Disconnect HDMI cable or USB cable. mode. • When camera is in playback mode, press the c button or shutter-release button. No image captured when • When menus are displayed, press the d the shutter-release button button. is pressed. • Battery is exhausted. • When flash lamp blinks, flash is charging. Camera cannot focus. Technical Notes and Index Colored stripes appear in monitor when shooting. Images are blurred.
Troubleshooting Problem A Cause/Solution 56 70 Flash does not fire. • The flash mode is set to W (off). • Scene mode with which the flash does not fire is selected. • Flash is not fully raised. Do not hold down the flash. • Another function that restricts flash is enabled. 95, E70 Digital zoom cannot be used. • Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu.
Troubleshooting Problem Images are too dark (underexposed). A Cause/Solution • • • • • • The flash mode is set to W (off). Flash window is blocked. Subject is beyond flash range. Adjust exposure compensation. Increase ISO sensitivity. Subject is backlit. Select W (backlighting) or set the flash mode to X (fill flash). 56 26 56 67, 68 37, E34 42, 56 Technical Notes and Index Images are too bright (overexposed). Adjust exposure compensation.
Troubleshooting Playback Issues Problem File cannot be played back. A Cause/Solution • File or folder was overwritten or renamed by computer or other make of camera. • The COOLPIX S8200 is not able to play back movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera. – 92 • Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures, or images that have been cropped to a size of 320 × 240 or smaller. Cannot zoom in on image.
Troubleshooting Problem A Cause/Solution The PictBridge startup screen is not displayed when the camera is connected to a printer. With some PictBridge-compatible printers, the PictBridge startup screen may not be displayed and it may be impossible to print images when Auto is selected for the Charge by computer option in the setup menu. Set the Charge by computer option to Off and reconnect the camera to the printer. 96, E75 Images to be printed are not displayed. • Memory card contains no images.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S8200 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 16.1 million Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 16.79 million total pixels Lens 14× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens Focal length 4.5-63.0mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25-350 mm lens in 35mm [135] format) f/-number f/3.3-5.9 Construction 11 elements in 10 groups (2 ED lens elements) Digital zoom Up to 2× (angle of view equivalent to that of approx.
Specifications Image size (pixels) • • • • • • • • • 16M (High) [4608 × 3456P] 16M [4608 × 3456] 12M [4000 × 3000] 8M [3264 × 2448] 5M [2592 × 1944] 3M [2048 × 1536] PC [1024 × 768] VGA [640 × 480] 16:9 [4608 × 2592] ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) • ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 • Auto (auto gain from ISO 100 to 1600) • Fixed range auto (ISO 100 to 400, ISO 100 to 800) Exposure Metering 224-segment matrix, center-weighted Exposure control Programmed auto exposure with motion det
Specifications Supported languages Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian), Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese Power sources One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (included) AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately) Charging time Approx.
Specifications Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity DC 3.7 V, 1050 mAh Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 32 × 43.8 × 7.9 mm (1.3 × 1.7 × 0.3 in.) Weight Approx. 22.5 g (0.8 oz) (excluding terminal cover) Charging AC Adapter EH-69P Rated input AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.068-0.042 A Rated capacity 6.8-10.1 VA Rated output DC 5.
Specifications Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows images to be printed from print orders saved on memory cards. • Exif version 2.3: Exchangeable image file format (Exif) version 2.
Index Technical Notes and Index Symbols B R E6 g (tele) 27 f (wide) 27 b (e movie-record) button 4, 5 d button 4, 5, 11, 37, 91, 94 k Apply selection button 5, 10 A Auto mode 24, 36 W Backlighting 42 C Continuous shooting mode 50, 52 l Delete button 4, 5, 32, E51 o Exposure compensation 68 X Flash mode 56 j Help 39 h Image thumbnail display 31 p Macro mode 64 j Night landscape 41 O Pet portrait 43 c Playback button 4, 5, 9, 30 c Playback menu 80, E43 i Playback zoom 31 C Scene 39 x Scene auto selector 4
Index Digital zoom 27, 95, E70 Direct print 81, E23 D-Lighting 80, E13 DPOF F19 DPOF print E29 DSCN E84 Dusk/dawn i 46 E Easy panorama 49, E2 Easy panorama playback E4 EH-69P 16, E85 EN-EL12 14, 16, E85 Exposure compensation 65, 68 Extension E84 Eyelet for camera strap 3 F HDMI E74 HDMI cable 81, E21 HDMI device control E74 HDMI mini connector 3 Help 39 High-speed continuous 52, E35 Histogram 8, 67 HS movie 91, E57 Hue 65 I Identifier E84 Image mode 71 Imprinting Date and Time 23, E66 Internal memory 19
Index Movie recording 88 Multi selector 4, 5, 10 Multi-shot 16 52, E36 Museum l 48 N Night landscape j 41 Night portrait e 45 Nikon Transfer 2 82, 83, 85 Number of exposures remaining 20, 72 O Optical zoom 27 Optional accessories E85 P Technical Notes and Index Panorama assist 49, E5 Panorama Maker 5 49, 83, E6 Panorama p 49 Paper size E26, E27 Party/indoor f 46 Pet portrait auto release 43 Pet portrait O 43 Photo info 94, E64 PictBridge 81, E23, F19 Playback 30, 92, E50 Playback menu 80, E43 Playback
Index Sunset h 46 T Target finding AF 37, E39 Thumbnail display 31 Time difference 94, E63 Time zone 94, E61, E63 Time zone and date 22, 94, E61 Tripod socket 3, F17 TV 81, E21 TV settings 95, E74 U USB cable 81, 84, E24, E85 USB/audio/video output connector 81, 84, E23 V Vibration reduction 94, E67 Video mode E74 ViewNX 2 82, 83 Voice memo 80, E50 Volume 92, E50 W Technical Notes and Index WAV E84 Welcome screen 94, E60 White balance 37, E30 Z Zoom control 4, 5, 27 Zoom in 27 Zoom out 27 F23
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