DIGITAL CAMERA
User’s Manual
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For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product, to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Do not use the camera or
Charging AC Adapter in the
presence of flammable gas
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
camera or Charging AC Adapter,
unplug the Charging AC Adapter and
remove the battery immediately,
taking care to avoid burns. Continued
operation could result in injury. After
removing or disconnecting the power
source, take the equipment to a Nikon-
authorized service representative for
inspection.
Do not use electronic equipment in
the presence of flammable gas, as this
could result in explosion or fire.
Handle the camera strap with
care
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
battery or other small parts into their
mouths.
Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or Charging AC Adapter could
result in injury. Repairs should be
performed only by qualified
technicians. Should the camera or
Charging AC Adapter break open as
the result of a fall or other accident,
take the product to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after unplugging the product and/or
removing the battery.
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For Your Safety
Observe caution when
handling the battery
The battery may leak, overheat, or
explode if improperly handled.
Observe the following precautions
when handling the battery for use in
this product:
• Before replacing the battery, turn
the product off. If you are using the
Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter,
be sure it is unplugged.
• Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery EN-EL10 (supplied). Charge
the battery by using a camera that
supports battery charging or by
using a Battery Charger MH-63
(available separately). To charge the
battery with the camera, use either
Charging AC Adapter EH-68P/EH-
68P (AR) (supplied) or the Charge
by computer function.
• When inserting the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
• Do not short or disassemble the
battery or attempt to remove or
break the battery insulation or casing.
• Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to water.
• Put the battery in the battery case
before transporting it. Do not
transport or store with metal objects
such as necklaces or hairpins.
• If liquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water.
Observe the following
precautions when handling
the Charging AC Adapter
• Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
• Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a
dry cloth. Continued use could
result in fire.
• Do not handle the plug or go near
the Charging AC Adapter during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the USB cable, place it under
heavy objects, or expose it to heat or
flames. Should the insulation be
damaged and the wires become
exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection.
Failure to observe these precautions
could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug or Charging
AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure
to observe this precaution could
result in electric shock.
• Do not use with travel converters or
adapters designed to convert from
one voltage to another or with DC-
to-AC inverters. Failure to observe
this precaution could damage the
product or cause overheating or fire.
• The battery is prone to leakage when
fully discharged. To avoid damage to
the product, be sure to remove the
battery when no charge remains.
• Discontinue use immediately should
you notice any change in the battery,
such as discoloration or deformation.
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For Your Safety
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input
and output jacks, use only the cables
provided or sold by Nikon for the
purpose, to maintain compliance with
product regulations.
Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in burns or fire.
Avoid contact with liquid
crystal
Handle moving parts with
care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects are not pinched by the lens
cover or other moving parts.
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and to prevent liquid
crystal from the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
CD-ROMs
Turn the power off when
using inside an airplane or the
hospital
The CD-ROMs supplied with this
device should not be played back on
audio CD equipment. Playing CD-
ROMs on an audio CD player could
cause hearing loss or damage the
equipment.
Turn the power off while inside the
airplane during take off or landing.
Follow the instructions of the hospital
when using while in a hospital. The
electromagnetic waves given out by
this camera may disrupt the electronic
systems of the airplane or the
Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no less than
1 m (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.
instruments of the hospital.
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Notices
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Notices for Customers in the
U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS -
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
For connection to a supply not in the
U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter
of the proper configuration for the
power outlet if needed.
The power supply unit is intended to
be correctly orientated in a vertical or
floor mount position.
• Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television
technician for help.
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference
Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be
notified that any changes or
modifications made to this device that
are not expressly approved by Nikon
Corporation may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in
Interface Cables
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
Use the interface cables sold or
provided by Nikon for your equipment.
Using other interface cables may
exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of
the FCC rules.
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Notices
Notice for customers in the State of
California
WARNING
Handling the cord on this product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Notices for customers in Europe
CAUTIONS
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road
Melville, New York 11747-3064
USA
This symbol indicates that
this product is to be
collected separately.
Tel: 631-547-4200
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
• This product is designated for
separate collection at an
Notice for customers in Canada
appropriate collection point. Do not
dispose of as household waste.
• For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
This symbol on the battery
indicates that the battery is
to be collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
• All batteries, whether marked with
this symbol or not, are designated
for separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not
dispose of as household waste.
• For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
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Table of Contents
WARNINGS..................................................................................................................................................................ii
Attaching the Camera Strap.........................................................................................................................11
First Steps............................................................................................................................................. 12
Removing the Battery.......................................................................................................................................13
Basic Photography and Playback: A(Auto) Mode............................................................... 22
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A(Auto) Mode .......................................................22
Indicators Displayed in A(Auto) Mode...............................................................................................23
Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................................26
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Selecting a Shooting Mode..............................................................................................................35
Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu) ...........................................................36
White Balance (Adjusting Hue)...................................................................................................................39
Continuous..............................................................................................................................................................42
Color Options.........................................................................................................................................................44
Autofocus Mode .................................................................................................................................................48
Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously........................................................49
Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)...................................................................................51
Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings...............................................................................................66
Displaying the Histogram and Shooting Information..................................................................71
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom..........................................................................................75
Playing Back Images by Category..................................................................................................77
Operations in Auto Sort Mode....................................................................................................................80
Viewing Images in List by Date Mode....................................................................................................81
Operations in List by Date Mode...............................................................................................................82
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a Print Set (Creating a DPOF Print Order)..........................................................................................84
b Slide Show........................................................................................................................................................87
d Protect ...............................................................................................................................................................88
f Rotate Image...................................................................................................................................................90
EVoice Memo.......................................................................................................................................................91
h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) .............................................93
Editing Functions.................................................................................................................................94
k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation.............................................................96
I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast......................................................................97
e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones ..............................................................................................98
g Small Picture: (Reducing Image Size) ..............................................................................................99
a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy........................................................................................................100
Movie Recording and Playback..................................................................................................101
Changing Movie Recording Settings ...................................................................................................103
Movie Options....................................................................................................................................................104
Autofocus Mode................................................................................................................................................105
Movie Playback.................................................................................................................................. 106
Deleting Movies.................................................................................................................................................106
Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers.........................................................107
Connecting to a TV........................................................................................................................... 107
Before Connecting the Camera...............................................................................................................108
Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer...................................................................109
Charging While Connecting to a Computer ...................................................................................113
Connecting the Camera to a Printer.....................................................................................................115
Printing Images One at a Time.................................................................................................................116
Printing Multiple Images..............................................................................................................................117
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Welcome Screen...............................................................................................................................................122
Date...........................................................................................................................................................................123
Monitor Settings................................................................................................................................................126
Date Imprint (Imprinting Date and Time) .........................................................................................128
Vibration Reduction ........................................................................................................................................129
Motion Detection.............................................................................................................................................130
AF Assist..................................................................................................................................................................131
Digital Zoom .......................................................................................................................................................131
Sound Settings...................................................................................................................................................132
Auto Off ..................................................................................................................................................................133
Format Memory/Format Card ..................................................................................................................134
Language...............................................................................................................................................................135
Video Mode .........................................................................................................................................................135
Charge by Computer......................................................................................................................................136
Blink Warning......................................................................................................................................................137
Reset All ..................................................................................................................................................................139
Firmware Version .............................................................................................................................................141
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................144
Storage....................................................................................................................................................................144
Approved Memory Cards............................................................................................................................145
Error Messages................................................................................................................................... 147
Supported Standards.....................................................................................................................................161
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 162
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Introduction
About This Manual
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S5100 digital camera. This
manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital
camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who
use the product will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
This icon marks cautions,
This icon marks tips, additional
information that should be read
information that may be helpful
B
C
D
before use, to prevent damage to
the camera.
when using the camera.
This icon marks notes,
information that should be read
before using the camera.
This icon indicates that more
information is available
elsewhere in this manual.
A
Notations
• Secure Digital (SD) memory card and SDHC memory card are referred to as
“memory card.”
• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”
• The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
C Internal Memory and Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or accessed for
picture storage, deletion, or viewing.
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Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated information is available online at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently
asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional
information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. Visit the site below for
contact information:
http://imaging.nikon.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic
circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery charger, batteries, Charging AC
Adapter, and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are
engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic
circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY
VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal could
interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting,
rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.
Holographic seal: Identifies this
device as an authentic Nikon product.
Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on
a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable
for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
About the Manuals
• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon’s prior written permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
• While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and
complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the
Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).
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Information and Precautions
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means
of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government
bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.” The copying or reproduction of
paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the
prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage
stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents
stipulated by law is prohibited.
• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private
companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except
when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do
not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and
private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
• Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings,
woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international
copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe
copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or
built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can
sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software,
potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is
the user’s responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any
should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage
devices.
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Parts of the Camera
The Camera Body
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2
3
4
5
6
7
9
8
Lens cover closed
Zoom control..................................................25
4
f
g
h
i
: wide.....................................................25
: tele .......................................................25
: playback zoom .............................75
: help......................................................51
5
1
Self-timer lamp...............................................32
AF-assist illuminator.................................131
6
j
7
8
9
Lens cover
2
3
Power switch/power-on lamp
....................................................................... 17, 133
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Parts of the Camera
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 11
12 13
14
15 16
17 18
1
2
Multi selector..................................................... 9
USB/audio/video output connector
14
................................................. 14, 107, 109, 115
5
6
Tripod socket................................................159
9
Battery-chamber/
10
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Parts of the Camera
The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings).
The indicators that appear in the monitor during shooting and playback disappear
Shooting
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4
1
2
3
6
10
2
32
31
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8
9
10 11
30
29
28
27
26
25
12
13
+1.0
1 6 0 0
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
9 9 9
24
14
23
17 16
15
9 9 9
9 9 9 9
1 m 0 0 s
1 m 0 0 s
22 21 20 19 18
a
b
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Macro mode ....................................................33
Focus indicator...............................................26
AE/AF-L indicator..........................................63
Battery level indicator ................................22
17
18
Aperture............................................................. 26
20
Focus area
(subject tracking mode)........................... 67
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24
25
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27
28
29
30
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32
Center-weighted metering area ........ 41
Shutter speed................................................. 26
Exposure compensation value............ 34
Skin softening................................................. 66
Smile timer....................................................... 66
Color options.................................................. 44
Continuous shooting mode ................. 42
Self-timer indicator ..................................... 32
(a) Number of exposures remaining
15
(still images).............................................22
16
Internal memory indicator......................23
* The icon displayed varies with the shooting mode.
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Parts of the Camera
Playback
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1
2
3
4
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 2 : 0 0
9 9 9 9 . J P G
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16
15
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9 9 9 / 9 9 9
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11 10
9 9 9 / 9 9 9
1 m 0 0 s
1 m 0 0 s
9
9 9 9 9 / 9 9 9 9
a
b
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Date of recording .........................................18
Time of recording.........................................18
1
Battery level indicator ................................22
2
2
(a) Current frame number/
total number of frames ....................28
9
1
2
The icon for the selected category in auto sort mode in playback mode is displayed.
The icon displayed varies with the setting that was set at the time of shooting.
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Main Features of the Operation Controls
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
10
7
8
Control
Name
Function
1
2
Shooting mode: rotate to g(i) to zoom in; rotate to
Zoom control
rotate to f(h) to display thumbnail or calendar
Shutter-release
button
3
4
5
Playback mode: switches to the shooting screen
Shooting mode: starts and stops movie recording
Movie-record
button
Playback mode: switches to the shooting screen
Shooting mode: changes the shooting mode
Shooting mode
button
Playback mode: switches to the shooting screen
Power is off: press and hold to turn on the camera in
playback mode
6
Playback mode: changes the playback mode (displays
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Main Features of the Operation Controls
Function
Control
Name
7
8
dbutton
Shooting mode: deletes the last image captured
Delete button
Playback mode: deletes images or voice memo
Shooting mode: displays the m(flash mode) menu
Multi selector
(up)
Playback mode: selects previous images
During menu display: moves the highlight up
Shooting mode: displays the n(self-timer) menu
Multi selector
(left)
Playback mode: selects previous images
During menu display: moves the highlight left/
returns to the previous screen
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Shooting mode: displays the p(macro mode) menu
Multi selector
(down)
Playback mode: selects next images
During menu display: moves the highlight down
Shooting mode: displays the o(exposure
Multi selector
(right)
Playback mode: selects next images
During menu display: moves the highlight right/
proceeds to next screen (applies selection)
Playback mode (Full-frame playback): displays
histogram and shooting information (except for
Apply selection
button
10
Playback mode (Zoom in/thumbnail display):
During menu display: applies selection (goes to next
screen)
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Main Features of the Operation Controls
Common Menu Operations
K is displayed when previous menu items are available
Tab for the menus available
Displayed when the menu
contains two or more pages
in the current shooting/
playback mode
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Tab for displaying the movie
menu (during shooting mode)
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
Tab for displaying the setup
menu
Exit
Displayed when there are one or more menu items to follow
1
2
3
4
Press the dbutton.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
Exit
Press the multi selector Hor I
to choose an item, and then
press Kor the kbutton.
Shooting menu
AF area mode
Autofocus mode
Exit
Multi selector
Press Hor Ito choose an item and press the
kbutton.
The setting is applied.
Autofocus mode
Single AF
Full-time AF
Exit
When setting is finished, press the dbutton.
The camera exits the menu display.
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Main Features of the Operation Controls
Switching Between Tabs
Shooting menu
Shooting menu
Set up
Welcome screen
Date
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Monitor settings
Date imprint
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
Exit
Exit
Exit
Press the multi selector J
to highlight the tab
Press the multi selector H
or Ito select a tab, and
press either the kbutton
or K
The selected menu is
displayed
The Shutter-release Button
The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and
exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel
resistance. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, focus and
exposure (shutter speed and aperture value) are set. Focus and exposure remain
locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
While the shutter-release button is held in this position, release the shutter and
take a picture by pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Do
not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in
camera shake and blurred images.
Press halfway to set focus
and exposure
Press the rest of the way
down to take a picture
Attaching the Camera Strap
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First Steps
Inserting the Battery
Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied) into the camera.
• Charge the battery before the first use or when the battery is running low
1
2
Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
Insert the supplied battery.
Battery chamber
Use the edge of the battery to push the
orange battery latch in the direction
indicated by the arrow (1) and fully
insert the battery (2).
When the battery is fully inserted, the
battery latch will lock it in place.
B Inserting the Battery
Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Be sure
to check that the battery is in the correct orientation.
3
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
While the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is
open, the camera cannot be turned on. Additionally, the
battery inserted in the camera cannot be charged.
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Inserting the Battery
Removing the Battery
power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before
opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery
latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1). The
battery can then be removed by hand (2).
• Note that the battery and memory card may
become hot during use; observe caution when removing the battery or
memory card.
B Notes on the Battery
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page iii and the section, “The Battery”
• If the battery will not be used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months
and run it flat before returning it to storage.
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Charging the Battery
Charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 inserted into the
camera, by connecting the supplied Charging AC Adapter EH-68P to the camera
via the supplied USB Cable UC-E6, and then plugging the Charging AC Adapter
into an electrical outlet.
1
Prepare the Charging AC Adapter EH-68P.
If a plug adapter* is included, attach the plug adapter to the plug on
the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is
securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to
forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
* The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or
region in which the camera was purchased.
For Customers in Argentina
If the camera was purchased in Argentina, the shape of the
Charging AC Adapter EH-68P (AR) differs from that supplied in other
countries, and a plug adapter is not included. Proceed to step 2.
EH-68P (AR)
2
3
Do not turn the camera on.
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the Charging AC Adapter to the
camera.
Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an
angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
USB cable
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Charging the Battery
4
Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an
electrical outlet.
The charge lamp slowly blinks green to indicate that the
battery is charging.
About three hours are required to charge a fully
exhausted battery.
The following chart explains charge lamp
status when the camera is plugged into the
electrical outlet.
Charge lamp
Description
Blinks slowly (green) Battery charging.
Battery not charging. When charging is complete, the charge
lamp stops blinking green and turns off.
Off
•
The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge
the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to
35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F).
•
The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly
connected, or there is a problem with the battery.
Disconnect the USB cable or unplug the Charging AC
Adapter and correctly connect it again, or change the
battery.
Flickers (green)
5
Disconnect the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical outlet and
then disconnect the USB cable.
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Charging the Battery
B Notes on Charging AC Adapter
• The Charging AC Adapter EH-68P is for use only with compatible devices. Do not use with another
make or model of device.
• The EH-68P 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.
• The Charging AC Adapter EH-68P is for charging the battery inserted into the camera. When the
camera is connected to an electrical outlet with the Charging AC Adapter, the camera cannot be
turned on.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than Charging
AC Adapter EH-68P or USB-AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in
overheating or in damage to the camera.
C AC Power Source
from an electrical outlet and taking pictures and playing back images are available with this
camera.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than EH-62D.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
D Charging Using Computer or Battery Charger
• Connecting the COOLPIX S5100 to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
• The EN-EL10 can be charged without using the camera by using the Battery Charger MH-63
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Charging the Battery
Turning On and Off the Camera
Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The
power-on lamp (green) will light, and then the monitor
will turn on (the power-on lamp turns off when the
monitor turns on). To turn off the camera, press the
power switch again. When the camera is turned off, the
power-on lamp and the monitor will turn off.
• If the camera is turned off, hold down the cbutton
C Power Saving Function (Auto Off)
If no operations are performed for a while, the monitor will turn off, the camera will enter standby
mode, and the power-on lamp will blink. If no operations are performed for another three minutes,
the camera will turn off automatically.
When the power-on lamp is blinking, pressing any of the following buttons will turn the monitor
back on.
➝ Power switch, shutter-release button, Abutton, cbutton, or b(movie-record) button
• In shooting or playback mode, the camera will enter standby mode in about one minute (default
setting).
• The time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the
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Setting Display Language, Date, and Time
When the first time the camera is turned on, the language- selection screen and
the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed.
1
2
3
4
Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
The power-on lamp (green) will light, and then the
monitor will turn on (the power-on lamp turns off when
the monitor turns on).
Press the multi selector H, I,
J, or Kto choose the desired
language and press the k
button.
Multi selector
Press Hor Ito choose Yes and press the k
button.
To cancel setting the date and time, press Hor Ito
select No.
Date
Set time and date?
Yes
No
Cancel
Press Jor Kto choose your home time zone
L o n d o n
C a s a b l a n c a
Back
D Daylight Saving Time
If daylight saving time is in effect, press Hto enable the daylight
saving time function while setting the region in step 4.
L o n d o n
When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed
at the top of the monitor. Press Ito disable the daylight saving
time function.
C a s a b l a n c a
Back
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Setting Display Language, Date, and Time
5
6
Edit the date and time.
Select an item: Press Kor J(changes between D, M, Y,
hour, minute, DMY (the order in which the day, month,
and year are displayed)).
Date
D
M
Y
0 1
0 1
2 0 1 0
0 0
0 0
Edit the highlighted item: press Hor I.
Edit
Day, month, and year can be displayed in DMY, YMD, and
MDY order.
Finally, choose DMY (the order in which the
day, month, and year are displayed) and press
the kbutton or press K.
Date
D
Y
M
1 5
1 1
2 0 1 0
The clock starts. The lens extends and the screen used for
taking pictures is displayed.
1 5
1 0
Edit
C Date Imprint and Changing the Date and Time
• To imprint the date on images while taking pictures, enable date imprint from the Date imprint
• To change the time zone and daylight saving time settings, select Time zone from the Date
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Inserting Memory Cards
Image, sound, and movie files are saved in the camera’s internal memory
(approximately 32 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards
If a memory card is inserted in the camera, data are automatically saved on
the memory card and data saved to the memory card can be played back,
deleted, or transferred. Remove the memory card to save data in the internal
memory, or play back, delete, or transfer data from the internal memory.
1
Be sure that the power-on lamp and the
monitor are off and open the battery-
chamber/memory card slot cover.
Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the cover.
2
Insert the memory card.
Slide the memory card in until it clicks
into place.
Memory card slot
B Inserting Memory Cards
Inserting the memory card upside down
or backwards could damage the camera
or the memory card. Be sure to check that
the memory card is in the correct
orientation.
3
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
Removing Memory Cards
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.
Press the card in (1) to partially eject the card, then
remove the card by hand while being careful not to
remove the card at an angle (2).
• Note that the battery and memory card may
become hot during use; observe caution when removing the battery or
memory card.
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Inserting Memory Cards
B Formatting Memory Cards
If the message on the right is displayed when the camera is turned
that formatting permanently deletes all images and other data
on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any images you
wish to keep before formatting the memory card.
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
Yes
No
When formatting the memory card, use the multi selector to
choose Yes and press the kbutton. The confirmation dialog will
be displayed. To start formatting, choose Format and press the k
button.
• Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting
is complete.
• Be sure to use this camera to format memory cards previously used in other devices the first time
B The Write Protect Switch
When memory card switch is in the lock position, data cannot
Write protect switch
be written to, or deleted from, the memory card. If the switch
is in the lock position, unlock it by sliding the switch to the
write position to save or delete images, or to format the
memory card.
B Memory Cards
• Use only Secure Digital memory cards.
• Do not perform the following during formatting, while data is being written to or deleted from the
memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result
in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card:
- Remove the battery or memory card
- Turn off the camera
- Disconnect the AC adapter
• Do not format the memory card using a computer.
• Do not disassemble or modify.
• Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shock.
• Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
• Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.
• Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or areas exposed to high temperatures.
• Do not expose to humidity, dust, or corrosive gases.
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Basic Photography and Playback: A(Auto) Mode
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select
A
(Auto) Mode
This section describes taking pictures in A(auto) mode, an automatic, “point-and-
shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras.
1
Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Proceed to step 4 when A is displayed.
2
3
Press the Abutton.
Press the multi selector Hor I
to choose AAuto mode and
press the kbutton.
Auto mode
Multi selector
4
Check the battery level indicator and the
number of exposures remaining.
Battery level indicator
Battery Level Indicator
Display
Description
(NO INDICATOR) Battery fully charged.
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Battery low. Prepare to charge or
B
replace the battery.
Number of exposures
remaining
N
Cannot take pictures. Recharge or
replace with a fully charged
battery.
Battery
exhausted.
Number of Exposures Remaining
The number of pictures that can be taken is displayed.
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Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A(Auto) Mode
Indicators Displayed in A(Auto) Mode
Motion detection icon
The effects of the subject
movement and camera
shake are reduced.
Vibration reduction icon
Vibration reduction can be
applied to reduce the effects
of camera shake.
Shooting mode
A displayed in A
(auto) mode.
Movie options
A movie option is displayed
104).
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Image mode
Internal memory indicator
The combination of image
quality (compression) and image
size is displayed. The default
setting is L 4000 × 3000.
Indicates that images will be saved on the
camera’s internal memory (approximately 32 MB).
When a memory card is inserted in the camera, C
does not appear and images will be saved on the
memory card.
• The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn
• When the monitor has turned off in standby mode to save power (the power-
➝ Power switch, Shutter-release button, Abutton, or b(movie-record)
button
D Functions Available in A(Auto) Mode
shooting conditions. The combination of image quality (compression) and image size can be set
by using the Image mode option in the shooting menu.
D Vibration Reduction and Motion Detection
for more information.
• Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
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Step 2 Frame a Picture
1
Ready the camera.
Hold the camera steadily in both hands.
Keep fingers, hair and other objects away from the lens,
flash, AF assist-illuminator and microphone.
When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn
the camera so that the flash is above the lens.
2
Frame the picture.
Frame the picture so that the intended subject is at or
near the center of the frame.
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Step 2 Frame a Picture
Zoom out Zoom in
Using the Zoom
Use the zoom control to activate optical zoom. Rotate
the zoom control to gto zoom in so that the subject
fills a larger area of the frame, or fto zoom out, thus
increasing the area visible in the frame.
• When the camera is turned on, the zoom is at the
widest position.
• A zoom indicator is displayed at the top of the
monitor when the zoom control is rotated.
Optical Digital
zoom
zoom
Digital Zoom
When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating
and holding the zoom control at gtriggers digital zoom.
Digital zoom can magnify the subject up to about 2× beyond the maximum
magnification of the optical zoom.
Maximum optical zoom
Digital zoom enabled
• The camera focuses at the center of the frame and the focus area is not
displayed when digital zoom is in effect.
C Digital Zoom and Interpolation
Unlike optical zoom, digital zoom uses a digital imaging process known as interpolation to magnify
digital zoom magnification.
Interpolation is applied at zoom positions beyond V when taking still images.
When zoom is increased beyond the V position, interpolation is initiated and the zoom indicator
turns yellow to indicate that interpolation is being applied.
The position of V moves to the right as image size decreases, allowing for confirmation of the
zoom positions at which shooting without interpolation is possible at the current image mode
setting.
Small image size
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot
1
Press the shutter-release button
halfway.
When the shutter-release button is pressed
exposure (shutter speed and aperture value).
Focus and exposure remain locked while the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
The camera has nine focus areas, and
automatically selects the focus areas
containing the subject closest to the camera.
When the subject is in focus, the focus areas
that are in focus (up to nine areas) glow
green.
9
The camera focuses at the center of the
frame and the focus area is not displayed
when digital zoom is in effect. Once focus
glows green.
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
While the shutter-release button is pressed
halfway, the focus area or focus indicator
may blink red. This indicates that the camera
is unable to focus. Modify the composition
and press the shutter-release button halfway again.
Shutter speed Aperture
2
Press the shutter-release button the rest of
the way down.
The shutter is released and the image will be saved to the
memory card or internal memory.
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot
B During Saving
While images are being saved, the number of exposures remaining will blink. Do not open the
battery-chamber/memory card slot cover while images are being saved. Cutting power or
removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the
camera or card.
B Autofocus
Autofocus may not perform as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject
may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator glows green:
• Subject is very dark
• Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene (e.g. the sun behind the subject
makes that subject appear very dark)
• No contrast between the subject and surroundings (e.g. a portrait subject, wearing a white shirt, is
standing in front of a white wall)
• Several objects are at different distances from the camera (e.g. the subject is inside a cage)
• Subjects with repeating patterns (window blinds, buildings with multiple rows of similarly shaped
windows, etc.)
• Subject is moving rapidly
In the situations noted above, try pressing the shutter-release button halfway to refocus several
times, or focus on another subject positioned at the same distance from the camera as the actual
B When the Subject Is Close to the Camera
C AF-assist Illuminator and Flash
all the way down.
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Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Images
Playing Back Images (Playback Mode)
Press the c(playback) button.
The last image captured will be displayed in
full-frame playback mode.
A(auto) button
b(movie-record) button
Press the multi selector Hor Jto view the
previous image. Press Ior Kto view the next
image.
To return to shooting mode, press the Abutton
or the shutter-release button. Pressing the b
(movie-record) button will also return the camera
to shooting mode.
c(playback)
button
Multi selector
When playing back images saved in the camera’s internal
memory, C is displayed. When a memory card is inserted in
the camera, C is not displayed and images saved on the
memory card are played back.
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0
0 0 0 4 . J P G
4 /
4
Internal memory indicator
C When the Monitor Has Turned Off to Save Power
C Operations Available in Playback Mode
C Displaying Shooting Information
Press the kbutton in full-frame playback mode to display the
again to return to full-frame playback mode.
1 0 0 N I K O N
0 0 0 4 . J P G
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
+1.0
1 0 0
ISO
4 /
4
C Pressing the cButton to Turn On the Camera
When the camera is off, holding down the cbutton will turn the camera on in playback mode. The
lens will not extend.
C Viewing Images
to the orientation of the faces detected, in full-frame playback mode (excluding images captured
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Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Images
Deleting Unwanted Images
1
Press the lbutton to delete the image
currently displayed in the monitor.
To exit without deleting the image, press the d
button.
2
Press the multi selector
desired deletion method and press the
H
or
I
to choose the
button.
k
Delete
Current image: Only the current image or voice memo
Erase selected images: Multiple images can be selected
and deleted.
Current image
Erase selected images
All images
All images: All images are deleted.
3
Press Hor Ito choose Yes and press the k
button.
Erase
1
image?
Deleted images cannot be recovered.
To cancel, press Hor Ito select No and press the k
button.
Yes
No
Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen
1
Press the multi selector Jor Kto choose an
image to be deleted, and then press Hto
display y.
Erase selected images
To undo the selection, press Ito remove y.
to full-frame playback or f(h) to display thumbnails.
Back
ON/OFF
2
Add y to all desired images and then press
the kbutton to confirm the selection.
A confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow the instructions displayed in the monitor.
B Notes on Deletion
• Deleted images cannot be restored. Transfer important images to a computer before deleting them.
C Deleting the Last Image Captured While in Shooting Mode
In shooting mode, press the lbutton to delete the last image captured.
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Using the Flash
The flash mode can be set to match the shooting conditions.
• When ISO sensitivity is set to Auto, the flash has a range of 0.5-6.0 m (1 ft.
8 in.-19 ft.) at the maximum wide-angle zoom position and a range of 0.7-2.5 m
(2 ft. 4 in.-8 ft.) at the maximum telephoto zoom position.
U
V
W
Auto
Flash fires automatically when lighting is dim.
Auto with red-eye reduction
Off
Flash will not fire even when lighting is dim.
Fill flash
X
Flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and
backlit subjects.
Y
Slow sync
U(auto) is combined with slow shutter speed.
Suited to evening and night portraits that include background scenery.
Flash illuminates main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture
background at night or under dim lighting.
Setting the Flash Mode
1
Press the multi selector m(flash mode).
The flash mode menu is displayed.
2
Press the multi selector Hor Ito choose the
desired mode and press the kbutton.
The icon for the selected flash mode is displayed.
When U(auto) is applied, D is only displayed for a
Flash mode
If a setting is not applied by pressing the kbutton
within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
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Using the Flash
B Shooting When the Flash Is Disabled (W) or Lighting Is Dim
• Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting. Set Vibration
• E may be displayed in the shooting screen. When E is displayed, ISO sensitivity is
automatically increased.
• The noise reduction function may be activated with some shooting conditions such as dim
lighting. More time than usual is required to save images to which noise reduction is applied.
B Note on the Flash
When using the flash, reflections from dust particles in the air may appear as bright spots in images.
To reduce these reflections, set the flash to W(off).
C The Flash Lamp
The flash lamp indicates flash status when the shutter-
release button is pressed halfway.
• On: Flash will fire when picture is taken.
• Blinks: Flash charging. Wait a few seconds and try again.
• Off: Flash will not fire when picture is taken.
If the battery is low, the monitor display will turn off, and
remain off, until the flash is fully charged.
C The Flash Mode Setting
• A(auto): U(auto)
• F(smart portrait): U(auto) when Off is selected for Blink proof; fixed at W(off) when On is
• s(subject tracking): W(off)
The flash cannot be used simultaneously with certain functions. See “Camera Settings that Cannot
The flash mode setting applied in A(auto) mode is saved in the camera’s memory even after the
camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A(auto) mode is selected.
C Red-eye Reduction
This camera uses advanced red-eye reduction (In-Camera Red-Eye Fix). Pre-flashes are fired
repeatedly at low intensity before the main flash, reducing the red-eye effect. Additionally, if the
camera detects red eye while saving an image, the affected area will be processed to reduce red-eye
before the image is saved.
Note the followings when shooting.
• Because pre-flashes are fired, there is a slight lag between when the shutter-release button is
pressed and when the shutter is released.
• More time than usual is required to save images.
• Red-eye reduction may not produce the desired results in all situations.
• In extremely rare instances, areas not subject to red-eye may be affected by red-eye reduction
processing; in these cases, choose another flash mode and try again.
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Taking Pictures with the Self-timer
The camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-portraits.
This feature is useful for reducing the effects of camera shake that occurs when
pressing the shutter-release button. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is
1
2
Press the multi selector n(self-timer).
The self-timer menu is displayed.
Press the multi selector Hor Ito choose
10s or 2s and press the kbutton.
10s (ten seconds): Use on important occasions, such as
weddings.
2s (two seconds): Use to prevent camera shake.
Self-timer
The mode selected for self-timer is displayed.
If a setting is not applied by pressing the kbutton within a few seconds, the selection
will be canceled.
3
4
Frame the picture and press the
shutter-release button halfway.
Focus and exposure will be set.
10
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
Press the shutter-release button the
rest of the way down.
9
The self-timer starts, and the number of
seconds remaining before the shutter is
released is displayed in the monitor. The self-
timer lamp blinks while the timer is counting
down. About one second before the shutter is
released, the lamp stops blinking and glows
steadily.
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
When the shutter is released, the self-timer will
be set to OFF.
To stop the timer before a picture is taken, press
the shutter-release button again.
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Macro Mode
Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 2 cm (0.8 in.). Note
that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than
50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.).
1
Press the multi selector p(macro mode).
The macro mode menu is displayed.
2
Press the multi selector Hor Ito choose ON
and press the kbutton.
The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.
If a setting is not applied by pressing the kbutton
within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
Macro mode
3
Rotate the zoom control to frame the picture.
The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies
depending on the zoom position.
When the zoom is at a position where F and the zoom
indicator glow green (to the left of G), the camera can
focus on subjects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.) from the lens. When the zoom is fully zoomed
out, the camera can focus on subjects as close as 2 cm (0.8 in.) from the lens.
C Autofocus
continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. Therefore, the
sound of lens drive movement can be heard.
When using other shooting modes, Full-time AF is turned on automatically when macro mode is
turned on.
C The Macro Mode Setting
The macro mode setting applied in A(auto) mode is saved in the camera’s memory even after the
camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A(auto) mode is selected.
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Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
By adjusting exposure compensation when taking pictures, overall image
brightness can be adjusted to make images brighter or darker.
1
Press the multi selector o(exposure
compensation).
The exposure compensation guide and histogram are
displayed.
2
Press the multi selector Hor Ito select a
compensation value.
Exposure compensation
guide
To make the image brighter, apply positive (+) exposure
compensation.
To make the image darker, apply negative (–) exposure
compensation.
+0.3
0.0
Exposure compensation
Histogram
Exposure
compensation value
3
4
Press the kbutton.
If a setting is not applied by pressing the kbutton within a few seconds, the selection
will be canceled.
When an exposure compensation value other than 0.0 is applied, the value is displayed
with the H indicator in the monitor.
Press the shutter-release button to take a
picture.
To exit without altering exposure, return to step 1, change
the value to 0.0 and press the kbutton.
+0.3
9
C Exposure Compensation Value
The exposure compensation value applied in A(auto) mode is saved in the camera’s memory even
after the camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A(auto) mode is selected.
D Using the Histogram
A histogram is a graph showing the distribution of tones in the image. Use as a guide when using
exposure compensation and shooting without the flash.
• The horizontal axis corresponds to pixel brightness, with dark tones to the left and bright tones to
the right. The vertical axis shows the number of pixels.
• Increasing exposure compensation shifts tone distribution to the right, and decreasing it shifts
tone distribution to the left.
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More on Shooting
Selecting a Shooting Mode
The following shooting modes can be selected.
A
x
F
s
Auto mode
Pictures can be taken with an automatic, “point-and-shoot” mode recommended
for first-time users of digital cameras. Shooting settings such as continuous
Scene mode
Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. In scene auto
selector mode, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode for
simpler shooting.
Smart portrait
The camera detects human faces and then automatically releases the shutter when
a smile is detected. The skin softening option can be used to make skin tones of
human faces displayed smoothly.
Subject tracking
Suited to focus and take pictures of moving subjects.
1
Press the Abutton in shooting
mode.
The shooting-mode selection menu is
displayed.
2
3
Press the multi selector Hor Ito choose a
shooting mode.
When scene mode is selected (select the second icon
from the top and press K), the type of scene can be
changed. Press H, I, J, or Kto choose a scene.
Auto mode
To return to the current shooting mode without
switching shooting modes, press the Abutton or the
shutter-release button.
Press the kbutton.
The camera enters the selected shooting mode.
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
Image mode
Choose the image mode (combination of image size and compression rate) at
which images are saved. This setting can be changed when using shooting modes
other than A(auto) mode.
White balance
In order to make the colors in images appear as they do to the eye, set white
balance to suit the light source.
Metering
Choose how the camera meters exposure.
Continuous
Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector).
ISO sensitivity
Control the camera’s sensitivity to light.
Color options
Apply color effects to images as they are saved.
AF area mode
Choose how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.
Autofocus mode
Choose how the camera focuses.
Displaying the Shooting Menu
Press the dbutton to display the shooting menu.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
9
Exit
• To exit the shooting menu, press the dbutton.
B Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size)
A(auto) Md(Shooting menu) MImage mode
Image mode refers to the combination of image size and image quality
(compression) at which images are saved. Choose the image mode best suited to
the manner in which images will be used and the capacity of the internal memory
or memory card. The higher the image mode setting, the larger the size at which it
can be printed or displayed without appearing noticeably “grainy,” but limiting the
number of images that can be saved.
Description
Image mode
Size (pixels)
4000 × 3000
Images will be higher quality than I. The
compression ratio is approximately 1:4.
H 4000 × 3000P
I 4000 × 3000
(default setting)
4000 × 3000
Best choice in most situations. The compression
ratio is approximately 1:8.
R 3264 × 2448
3264 × 2448
2592 × 1944
L 2592 × 1944
Smaller size than I, R, or L allows more
images to be saved. The compression ratio is
approximately 1:8.
M 2048 × 1536
N 1024 × 768
O 640 × 480
2048 × 1536
1024 × 768
640 × 480
Suited to display on a computer monitor. The
compression ratio is approximately 1:8.
Suited to full-screen display on a television with
an aspect ratio of 4:3, or distribution by e-mail.
The compression ratio is approximately 1:8.
Images with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are saved. The
compression ratio is approximately 1:8.
P 3968 × 2232
3968 × 2232
The icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor in shooting and
C Image Mode
• When using shooting modes other than A(auto) mode, this setting can be changed by pressing
the dbutton.
• The setting is also applied to other shooting modes.
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
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 differs 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.
1
Internal memory
(approx. 32 MB)
Memory card
(4 GB)
2
Image mode
Print size (cm/in.)
H 4000 × 3000P
I 4000 × 3000
R 3264 × 2448
L 2592 × 1944
M 2048 × 1536
N 1024 × 768
O 640 × 480
5
600
34 × 25/13 × 10
34 × 25/13 × 10
28 × 21/11 × 8
22 × 16/8.5 × 6.5
17 × 13/7 × 5
9
14
1100
1600
22
2600
35
4100
113
227
12
13700
29600
1500
9 × 7/3.5 × 2.5
5 × 4/2 × 1.5
P 3968 × 2232
34 × 19/13 × 7.5
1
2
If the number of exposures remaining is 10,000 or more, the number of exposures
remaining display shows “9999.”
Print size at an output resolution of 300 dpi. Print sizes are calculated by dividing the
number of pixels by printer resolution (dpi) and multiplying by 2.54 cm (1 in.). However, at
the same image size, images printed at higher resolutions will print smaller than the size
indicated, and those printed at lower resolutions will print larger than the size indicated.
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
White Balance (Adjusting Hue)
A(auto) Md(Shooting menu) MWhite balance
The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source.
The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with
the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct
sunlight, or under incandescent lighting. Digital cameras can mimic this
adjustment by processing images according to the color of the light source. This is
known as “white balance.” For natural colors, choose a white balance setting that
matches the light source before shooting. Although the default setting, Auto, can
be used under most types of lighting, the white balance setting suited to a
particular light source can be specified manually to achieve more accurate results.
a
Auto (default setting)
White balance is automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions. Best choice in
most situations.
b
Preset manual
c
d
e
f
g
Daylight
White balance adjusted for direct sunlight.
Incandescent
Use under incandescent lighting.
Fluorescent
Use under fluorescent lighting.
Cloudy
Use when taking pictures under overcast skies.
Flash
Use with the flash.
Auto is selected, no icon is displayed.
B Notes on White Balance
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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.
1
2
Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be
used during shooting.
White balance
Auto
Preset manual
Daylight
Incandescent
multi selector to choose b Preset manual in
the White balance menu, and press the k
button.
Fluoresscent
Cloudy
The camera zooms in to the position for measuring white
balance.
Exit
3
4
Choose Measure.
To apply the most recently measured white balance
value, choose Cancel and press the kbutton. The white
balance setting will not be measured again and the most
Preset manual
Cancel
Measure
recently measured value will be set.
Exit
Frame the reference object in the measuring
window.
Preset manual
Cancel
Measure
Exit
Measuring window
5
Press the kbutton to measure a value for preset manual.
The shutter is released and the new white-balance value is set. No image is saved.
B Note on Preset Manual
A value for flash lighting cannot be measured with Preset manual. When shooting using the flash,
set White balance to Auto or Flash.
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
Metering
A(auto) Md(Shooting menu) MMetering
The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine exposure is
known as metering.
Choose how the camera meters exposure.
G
q
Matrix (default setting)
The camera sets exposure for the entire frame. Recommended in most situations.
Center-weighted
The camera meters the entire frame but assigns greatest weight to the subject in
the center of the frame. Classic meter for portraits; preserves background details
while letting lighting conditions at the center of the frame determine exposure. Can
B Note on Metering
When using digital zoom, Metering is set to Center-weighted, and the metered area is not
displayed in the monitor.
D Metering Area
The active metering area is displayed in the monitor when Center-weighted is selected for
Metering.
Active metering area
9
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
Continuous
A(auto) Md(Shooting menu) MContinuous
Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector).
U
Single (default setting)
One picture is taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
V
Continuous
While the shutter-release button is held down, up to ten pictures are taken at a rate
of about 0.7 frames per second (fps) (when Image mode is set to I 4000 × 3000).
Shooting ends when the shutter-release button is released, or ten pictures have
been taken.
D
W
BSS (best shot selector)
The “best shot selector” is recommended when shooting with the flash off or the
camera zoomed in, or in other situations in which inadvertent motion can result in
blurred images. When BSS is on, camera takes up to ten pictures while the shutter-
release button is held down. The sharpest image in the series is automatically
selected and saved.
Multi-shot 16
Each time the shutter-release button is pressed, 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 is not available.
Single is selected, no icon is displayed.
B Notes on Continuous Shooting
• When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, flash is disabled. Focus, exposure, and
white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first image in each series.
• The frame rate with continuous shooting may vary depending upon the current image mode
setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition.
B Note on BSS
BSS is best suited to shooting subjects that are not moving. When shooting moving subjects or
when the composition of the picture changes while shooting, the desired results may not be
achieved.
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
B Note on Multi-shot 16
with images. Avoiding bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights when
shooting with Multi-shot 16 enabled is recommended.
ISO Sensitivity
A(auto) Md(Shooting menu) MISO 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.
• Although higher ISO sensitivity is effective when shooting darker subjects,
shooting without the flash, shooting while using the zoom, etc., images may
contain noise.
Auto (default setting)
Sensitivity is ISO 100 when there is sufficient lighting; the camera compensates by
raising sensitivity to a maximum of ISO 1600 when lighting is dim.
Fixed range auto
Choose the range in which the camera automatically adjusts ISO sensitivity, from
ISO 100-400 or ISO 100-800. The camera will not increase sensitivity beyond the
maximum value in the selected range. Set the maximum value for ISO sensitivity for
effective control over the amount of “grain” that appears in images.
100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Sensitivity is locked at the specified value.
• When Auto is selected, the E icon is not displayed at ISO 100, but is displayed
• When Fixed range auto is selected, U and the maximum value for ISO
sensitivity is displayed.
B Notes on ISO Sensitivity
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
Color Options
A(auto) Md(Shooting menu) MColor options
Make colors more vivid or save images in monochrome.
n
o
p
q
r
Standard color (default setting)
Use for images exhibiting natural color.
Vivid color
Use to achieve a vivid, “photoprint” effect.
Black-and-white
Save images in black-and-white.
Sepia
Save images in sepia tones.
Cyanotype
Save images in cyan-blue monochrome.
Standard color is selected, no icon is displayed. Color tones shown in the
monitor during shooting change according to the selected color option.
B Note on Color Options
There may be functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings that
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
AF Area Mode
A(auto) Md(Shooting menu) MAF area mode
Use this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.
a
Face priority
When the camera detects a human face, it focuses
information. If more than one face is detected, the
camera focuses on the face closest to the camera.
When taking pictures of subjects other than people,
or framing a subject with which no face is detected,
the AF area mode setting switches to Auto, and the
camera will automatically select the focus area (up to
nine areas) containing the subject closest to the
camera.
9
Focus area
w
Auto (default setting)
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. When the shutter-
release button is pressed halfway, the focus areas
that are in focus (up to nine areas) selected by the
camera will be displayed in the monitor.
9
Focus areas
x
Manual
Select one of 99 focus areas in the monitor. This
option is suited to situations in which the intended
subject is relatively still and not positioned in the
center of the frame.
Focus area
Press the multi selector H, I, J, or Kto move the
focus area to where the subject is, and take a picture.
To cancel focus area selection and adjust flash, macro
mode, self-timer, and exposure compensation
settings, press the kbutton. To return to the focus
area selection screen, press the kbutton again.
Selectable focus area
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
y
Center
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of
the frame.
The focus area is always displayed at the center of
the screen.
9
Focus area
B Notes on AF Area Mode
• When digital zoom is in effect, focus will be on the center of the screen regardless of the AF area
mode setting.
D Focus Lock
To focus on off-center subjects when Center is selected for AF area mode, use focus lock as
described below.
1
2
3
4
Position the subject in the center of the frame.
9
Press the shutter-release button halfway.
• Confirm that the focus area glows green.
• Focus and exposure are locked.
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
Continue holding down the shutter-release button halfway
and recompose the picture.
• Be sure to maintain the same distance between the
camera and the subject while the shutter-release button
is pressed halfway.
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to
take the picture.
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
Face Detection
When the camera is pointed at a human face, face detection, which the camera
automatically detects that face and focus on it, starts. The face detection function
is activated in the following situations.
•
scene mode
* For information about face detection when using subject tracking mode, see
1
Frame a picture.
When the camera detects a face, that face is framed by a
yellow double border.
9
When the camera detects more than one face, operation varies as follows depending
upon the shooting mode.
Number of faces
that can be detected
Shooting mode
Face framed by double border
A(auto) mode
(Face priority)
The face closest to the camera
Up to 12
Scene auto selector,
Portrait, or Night
portrait scene mode
•
Other faces framed by single border.
The face closest to the center of the
Smart portrait mode frame
Up to 3
•
Other faces framed by single border.
2
Press the shutter-release button halfway.
The camera focuses on the face framed by the double
border. The double border turns green and focus is locked.
When the camera is unable to focus, the double border will
blink. Press the shutter-release button halfway again to focus.
Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down
to take a picture.
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
If the camera detects that the face framed by the double border is smiling in smart
released without the shutter-release button having been pressed.
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
B Notes on Face Detection
• If the camera is unable to detect any faces when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway with
AF area mode set to Face priority, the AF area mode setting automatically switches to Auto.
•
If no faces are detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway in Portrait
,
Night portrait
scene mode, and smart portrait mode, the camera will focus on the subject at the center of the frame.
• The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not the
subject is facing the camera. The camera may be unable to detect faces in the following situations:
- When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or otherwise obstructed
- When faces take up too much or too little of the frame
• When the frame includes more than one face, the faces detected by the camera and the face on
which the camera focuses depend upon a variety of factors, including the direction in which the
faces are looking.
• In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the double border turns
Center, refocus on another subject positioned at the same distance from the camera as the actual
• Images captured using face detection will be rotated and displayed automatically according to
the orientation of the faces detected, in full-frame and thumbnail playback modes (excluding
Autofocus Mode
A(auto) Md(Shooting menu) MAutofocus mode
Choose how the camera focuses.
A
B
Single AF (default setting)
The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Full-time AF
The camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed down
halfway. Use with moving subjects. The sound of lens drive movement will be heard
while the camera focuses.
B Note on Autofocus Mode
There may be functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings that
B Note on the Autofocus Mode Setting for Subject Tracking Mode
Autofocus mode can be set for subject tracking mode. The default setting in subject tracking
mode is Full-time AF. Autofocus mode can be set independently for both subject tracking mode
and A(auto) mode.
D Autofocus Mode for Movie Recording
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously
Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions.
Restricted
function
Setting
Descriptions
When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16
is selected, flash is disabled.
Flash mode
When Multi-shot 16 is selected, the
Image mode setting is fixed at L (image
size: 2560×1920 pixels).
Image mode
When using Black-and-white, Sepia, or
Cyanotype, the White balance setting is
fixed at Auto.
White balance
When the digital zoom is in effect,
Metering is fixed at Center-weighted.
Metering
Continuous
Fixed at Single when using self-timer.
When Multi-shot 16 is selected, the ISO
sensitivity setting is automatically
specified according to the brightness.
ISO sensitivity
AF area mode
When the digital zoom is in effect, AF area
mode is fixed at Center.
When using Face priority, Autofocus
mode is fixed at Single AF.
When Multi-shot 16 is selected, Motion
Motion detection
detection is disabled.
When the ISO sensitivity is locked, Motion
detection is disabled.
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Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)
Restricted
Setting
Descriptions
function
When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16
Blink warning
Digital zoom
is selected, Blink warning is disabled.
When Multi-shot 16 is selected, digital
zoom is disabled.
D More Information
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Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)
Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The
following scene modes are available.
x
Scene auto selector bPortrait
cLandscape
dSports
z Snow
kClose-up
nCopy
eNight portrait
hSunset
fParty/indoor
iDusk/dawn
lMuseum
Z Beach
jNight landscape
mFireworks show
uFood
oBacklighting
pPanorama assist
Selecting a Scene Mode
1
2
3
Press the Abutton in shooting
mode and press the multi selector
Hor Ito select the scene mode.
The icon for the last scene mode selected
is displayed. The default setting is x
Scene auto selector
Press K, press H, I, J, or Kto choose the
desired scene, and then press the kbutton.
The display changes to that for the selected scene mode.
For more information about features of scene modes, see
Beach
Frame the subject and take a
picture.
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
C Image Mode
Change made to this setting applies to all shooting modes.
D Displaying a Description of Each Scene
Choose the desired scene type from the scene selection screen (step 2) and rotate the zoom control
control to g(j) again.
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Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)
Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera
(Scene Auto Selector)
By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene
mode for simpler shooting. When a picture is framed in x(Scene auto selector)
scene mode, the camera automatically adjusts settings for one of the following
scene modes:
•
Auto (general shooting)
1
Press the Abutton in shooting
mode and use the multi selector
to select x(Scene auto selector)
The camera enters scene auto selector
scene mode.
Scene auto selector
2
Frame the subject and take a picture.
When the camera automatically selects a scene mode,
the shooting mode icon changes to that for the scene
mode currently enabled.
d: Auto
e: Portrait
9
f: Landscape
g: Night landscape
j: Backlighting
h: Night portrait
i: Close-up
Press the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure. When the subject is
in focus, the active focus area glows green.
Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
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Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)
B Notes on Scene Auto Selector Scene Mode
• Digital zoom is not available.
• Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. Should
C Focusing in Scene Auto Selector Scene Mode
• When the camera detects a human face in scene auto selector scene mode, it focuses on that face.
• When the shooting mode indicator d or i (close-up) is displayed, the camera automatically
selects the focus area (up to nine areas) containing the subject closest to the camera as same as
C Functions Available in Scene Auto Selector Scene Mode
(auto) is applied, the camera automatically selects the optimum flash mode setting for the scene
mode it has selected. When W(off) is applied, the flash does not fire, regardless of shooting
conditions.
selector scene mode. Changes made to the image mode setting apply to all shooting modes.
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Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)
Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features)
The following icons are used for descriptions in this section: m, flash mode
bPortrait
Use this mode for portraits.
•
•
•
The camera detects and focuses on a human face. See “Face
If more than one face is detected, focus will be on the face
closest to the camera.
The camera softens skin tones (in up to three faces) by
If no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
Digital zoom is not available.
•
•
m
V*
n
Off*
p
Off
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
cLandscape
Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes.
•
Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator
is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the
foreground may not always be in focus.
•
m
W
n
Off*
p
Off
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
O: Use of a tripod is recommended in scene modes with which Ois indicated. Set Vibration
Night landscape).
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dSports
Use this mode for dynamic action shots that freeze the action
in a single shot and record motion in a series of pictures. With
continuous shooting, instantaneous movements in moving
subjects can be captured clearly.
•
The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the
frame. The camera focuses continuously until the shutter-
release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus.
•
While the shutter-release button is held down, pictures are taken at rate of up to about
0.7 frames per second (fps) when image mode is set to I 4000 × 3000. Shooting ends
when the shutter-release button is released, or ten shots have been taken with the
shutter-release button held down.
•
•
•
Focus, exposure compensation, and white balance are fixed at the values determined
with the first shot in each series.
The frame rate with continuous shooting may vary depending upon the current image
mode setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition.
X
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0*
* Other settings can be selected.
eNight portrait
O
Use this mode for portraits taken at sunset or at night. The
flash fires to light the portrait subject while preserving
background lighting to achieve a natural balance between
the main subject and background ambience.
•
The camera detects and focuses on a human face. See “Face
•
•
If more than one face is detected, focus will be on the face closest to the camera.
The camera softens skin tones (in up to three faces) by applying the skin softening
•
•
If no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
Digital zoom is not available.
1
2
2
m
V
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
2
Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.
Default setting can be modified.
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Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)
fParty/indoor
Suitable for taking pictures in parties. Captures the effects of
candlelight and other indoor background lighting.
•
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
As images are easily affected by camera shake, hold the
camera steadily. In dark surroundings, the use of a tripod is
when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.
1
2
2
m
V
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
2
Slow sync with red-eye reduction flash mode may be used. The default setting can be
modified.
Default setting can be modified.
Z Beach
Captures the brightness of such subjects as beaches or sunlit
expanses of water.
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the
frame.
m
U*
n
Off*
p
Off*
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
z Snow
Captures the brightness of sunlit snow.
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the
frame.
m
U*
n
Off*
p
Off*
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
O: Use of a tripod is recommended in scene modes with which Ois indicated. Set Vibration
Night landscape).
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hSunset
Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.
O
•
Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator
is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the
foreground may not always be in focus.
•
m
W
n
Off*
p
Off
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
iDusk/dawn
O
Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before
sunrise or after sunset.
•
Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator
is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the
foreground may not always be in focus.
•
m
W
n
Off*
p
Off
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
jNight landscape
O
Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night
landscapes.
•
Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator
is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the
foreground may not always be in focus.
•
•
the camera determines if a tripod is being used or if the camera is hand-held, and
changes the shutter-speed appropriately, therefore night-time landscape shooting with
reduced blurring is possible even when holding the camera by hand.
When using a tripod in Night landscape mode, there is no need to set Vibration
reduction to Off.
•
m
W
n
Off*
p
Off
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
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kClose-up
Photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close
range.
•
automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can
focus.
•
The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies
depending on the zoom position. When the zoom is at a position where F and the
zoom indicator glow green (to the left of G), the camera can focus on subjects as close
as 4 cm (1.6 in.) from the lens.
When the zoom is fully zoomed out, the camera can focus on subjects as close as 2 cm
(0.8 in.) from the lens.
•
or Kto move the focus area manually to where the subject is. Press the kbutton again
to lock the selected focus area. Flash mode and exposure compensation settings can be
adjusted and the self-timer can be enabled while the focus area is locked.
The camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to
lock the focus.
•
•
As images are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction
m
W*
n
Off*
p
On
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified. Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at
distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.).
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Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)
uFood
Use this mode when taking pictures of food.
•
automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can
focus.
•
The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies
depending on the zoom position. When the zoom is at a
position where F and the zoom indicator glow green (to the left of G), the camera can
focus on subjects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.) from the lens.
When the zoom is fully zoomed out, the camera can focus on subjects as close as 2 cm (0.8
in.) from the lens.
•
•
Hue can be adjusted in the range of the slider displayed on
the left in the monitor. Press the multi selector Hto make
the image more reddish, or Ito make it more bluish. The
selected hue adjustment setting is saved in the camera’s
memory even after the camera is turned off.
button and then press H, I, J, or Kto move the focus
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area manually to where the subject is. Press the kbutton
again to lock the selected focus area. Hue and exposure
compensation settings can be adjusted and the self-timer can be enabled while the focus
area is locked.
The camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to
lock the focus.
•
•
As images are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction
X
W
n
Off*
p
On
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
lMuseum
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.
•
•
•
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
As images are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that
•
m
W
n
Off*
p
Off*
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
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mFireworks show
O
Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst
of light from a firework.
•
always glows green when the shutter-release button is
pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the
foreground may not always be in focus.
•
m
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
nCopy
Provides clear images of text or drawings on a white board or
in print.
•
•
•
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
Colored text and drawings may not show up well.
m
W*
n
Off*
p
Off*
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
oBacklighting
Use when light is coming from behind the subject, throwing
features or details into shadow. The flash fires automatically to
“fill in” (illuminate) shadows.
•
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
m
m
n
Off*
p
Off
o
0.0*
* Default setting can be modified.
O: Use of a tripod is recommended in scene modes with which Ois indicated. Set Vibration
Night landscape).
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Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)
Shooting for a Panorama
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. Use a tripod for the
when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.
1
2
Press the Abutton in shooting
mode and use the multi selector
to select p(Panorama assist)
Panorama direction icons are displayed to
show the direction in which images will be
joined.
Panorama assist
Use the multi selector to choose the direction
and press the kbutton.
Select the direction in which images will be joined in the
completed panorama; right (I), left (J), up (K), or down
(L).
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The yellow panorama direction icon (I I) is displayed for
the current direction and the direction is fixed when the kbutton is pressed. The icon
changes to the white fixed direction I icon.
Press the kbutton again to choose a different direction.
3
4
Frame the first portion of the
panorama scene and take the first
picture.
One third of the image will be displayed as
translucent.
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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.
End
8
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5
Press the kbutton when shooting is
complete.
The camera returns to step 2.
End
6
B Notes on Panorama Assist
• Flash mode, self-timer, macro mode, and exposure compensation settings cannot be adjusted
after the first picture is taken. Images cannot be deleted, nor can zoom or Image mode setting
mode during shooting. Setting the time allowed to elapse before the auto off function is enabled
to a longer setting is recommended.
D R Indicator
In Panorama assist scene mode, exposure, white balance, and
focus for all images in a panorama are fixed at the values for the first
image in each series.
When the first picture is taken, R is displayed to indicate
that exposure, white balance, and focus are locked.
End
8
D Panorama Maker 5
Install Panorama Maker 5 from the supplied ViewNX 2 CD.
single panorama.
D More Information
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Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)
At the default settings, the camera detects human faces and then automatically
releases the shutter when a smile is detected (smile timer). The skin softening
option can be used to smooth skin tones of human faces.
1
Press the Abutton in shooting
mode, press the multi selector H
or Ito select F, and press the
kbutton.
Smart portrait
The camera enters smart portrait mode.
2
Frame a picture.
Point the camera at the subject.
When the camera detects a human face, a yellow double
border (focus area) is displayed around that face. When
focus is acquired on that face, the double border will turn
green for a moment and focus is locked.
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F 2.7
Up to three faces can be detected. When the camera
detects more than one face, the double border is displayed around the face closest to
the center of the frame, and single borders around the others.
3
4
The shutter is automatically released.
If the camera detects that the face framed by the double border is smiling, Smile timer
Each time the shutter is released, the camera repeats automatic shooting by face
detection and smile detection.
Shooting ends.
To stop automatic shooting of smiling faces, either turn the camera off, set Smile timer
to Off, or press the Abutton and select another shooting mode.
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Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)
B Notes on Smart Portrait Mode
• Digital zoom is not available.
• Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles.
B Notes on Skin Softening
• More time than usual may be required to save an image when shooting with skin softening
function.
• In some shooting conditions, facial skin tones may not be smoothed or parts other than face may
be modified though the camera detects a face. If the desired results are not produced, set Skin
softening to Off and shoot again.
• The skin softening level cannot be adjusted when the portrait or night portrait is selected in the
scene mode.
C Auto Power Off in Smile Timer Mode
turns off when either of the situations indicated below persists and no other operations are
performed.
• The camera does not detect any faces.
• The camera detected a face, but cannot detect a smile.
C When the Self-timer Lamp Blinks
When using smile timer, the self-timer lamp blinks when the camera detects a face and flickers
immediately after the shutter is released.
C Releasing the Shutter Manually
The shutter can also be released by pressing the shutter-release button. If no faces are detected, the
camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
C Functions Available in Smart Portrait Mode
• Flash cannot be used when Blink proof is set to On. When Blink proof is set to Off, flash mode
• Macro mode cannot be used.
• Press the dbutton to display the F(smart portrait) menu and adjust Image mode, Skin
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Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)
Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings
then set the following options in the smart portrait menu.
• Press the dbutton to exit the menu.
Image mode
Choose the image mode (combination of image size and compression rate) at
Changes made to the image mode setting apply to all shooting modes.
Skin softening
Enable skin softening. When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more
human faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones
before saving the image.
The degree of skin softening applied can be selected from High, Normal (default
setting), and Low. When Off is selected, the skin softening function is disabled.
•
The current setting can be confirmed by the indicator displayed in the monitor
of skin softening are not visible when framing pictures for shooting. Check the
degree of skin softening performed in playback mode.
Smile timer
•
•
•
On (default setting): The camera detects human faces and then automatically
releases the shutter whenever a smile is detected.
Off: The camera does not release the shutter automatically with smile detection.
Press the shutter-release button to take a picture.
When smile timer is enabled, an indicator is displayed in the monitor with
Blink proof
When On is selected, the camera automatically releases the shutter twice each time
a picture is taken. Of the two shots, one in which the subject’s eyes are open is
saved.
•
If the camera saved an image in which the
subject’s eyes may have been closed, the dialog
shown on the right is displayed for a few seconds.
Flash cannot be used when On is selected.
The default setting is Off.
The current setting is displayed in the monitor
selected.
A
blink was detected in the
picture just taken.
•
•
•
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Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode)
Use this mode to take pictures of moving subjects. By registering a subject, the
camera can move the focus area automatically to track the subject.
At the default setting, once the camera detects a person’s face it will automatically
begin tracking that person (face priority tracking).
1
2
Press the Abutton in shooting
mode, press the multi selector H
or Ito select s, and press the
kbutton.
The camera enters subject tracking mode
and a white border is displayed at the
center of the frame.
Subject tracking
Register a subject.
When the camera detects a face in the frame, that face is
automatically registered as the subject to be tracked
When shooting non-human subjects, etc., while the
white border is displayed in the center of the monitor,
align the subject with that border and press the k
button.
Start
When the camera is unable to focus on the subject, the
border will glow red. Change the composition and try
registering the subject again.
When the subject is registered, a yellow border (focus
area) is displayed around that subject and the camera
begins tracking that subject.
To change the subject, press the kbutton to deregister the current subject.
If the camera cannot track the registered subject anymore, the focus area will disappear
and the registration will be canceled. Register the subject again.
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Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode)
3
Press the shutter-release button 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.
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F 2.7
When the camera is unable to focus, the focus area will
blink. Press the shutter-release button halfway again to
focus.
If the shutter-release button is pressed halfway while the focus area is not displayed, the
camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to release the shutter.
B Notes on Subject Tracking Mode
• Digital zoom is not available.
• Adjust zoom position, flash mode, exposure compensation, and menu settings prior to registering
the subject. If any camera setting is changed after the subject has been registered, subject
registration will be canceled.
• It may be impossible to register the desired subject, or the camera may be unable to track the
registered subject or may begin tracking a different subject, if the subject is moving rapidly, if
there is a significant amount of camera shake, or if the camera detects a similar subject. The
camera’s ability to accurately track the registered subject is also dependent upon the size and
brightness of the subject.
out of focus despite the fact that the focus area glows green. Should this occur, switch to A(auto)
positioned at the same distance from the camera as the actual portrait subject, and use focus lock
C Functions Available in Subject Tracking Mode
• Press the dbutton to display the s(subject tracking) menu and adjust Image mode,
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Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode)
Changing Subject Tracking Mode Settings
then set the following options in the subject tracking menu.
• Press the dbutton to exit the menu.
Image mode
Choose the image mode (combination of image size and compression rate) at
Changes made to the image mode setting apply to all shooting modes.
Autofocus mode
Full-time AF).
When using subject tracking mode while set to Full-time AF, the camera
continuously focuses once a subject is registered for subject tracking until the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. The sound of lens drive
movement can be heard.
Changes made to the autofocus mode setting in this mode will not be applied to
the autofocus mode setting in A(auto) mode. The autofocus mode setting applied
in subject tracking mode is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is
turned off.
Face priority tracking
When On is selected (default setting), if the camera detects a subject’s face, that
subject is automatically registered as the subject to be tracked, and subject tracking
begins tracking that subject.
B Notes on Face Priority Tracking
• Only one subject can be tracked. If the camera detects multiple faces at the same time, the face
closest to the center of the frame is tracked.
• When the frame includes more than one face, the face detected by the camera and registered as
the subject to be tracked depends upon a variety of factors, including the direction in which the
faces are looking.
• Depending on shooting conditions, such as whether or not the subject is facing the camera, the
face may not be detected properly. Additionally, the camera may be unable to detect faces in the
following situations:
- When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or otherwise obstructed
- When faces take up too much or too little of the frame
• When the camera is unable to track the registered subject, press the kbutton to track again, or
set Face priority tracking to Off, frame the picture so that the subject is inside the border in the
center of the frame, and press the kbutton to register the subject again.
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More on Playback
Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode
Press the c(playback) button in shooting mode to
enter playback mode and display images that have
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The following operations are available in full-frame playback mode.
Function
Control
Description
A
Press H, I, J, or Kto display previous or
next images. Press and hold H, I, J, or
Kto scroll quickly through images.
Select images
Switch to thumbnail
display/calendar
display mode
(except during list
by date mode)
Rotate the zoom control to f(h) to
display 4, 9, or 16 image thumbnails.
Rotate the zoom control to f(h) with
16 thumbnails displayed to switch to
calendar display.
f(h)
Select a different
shooting date (list
by date mode)
Return to the list by date screen.
f(h)
Rotate the zoom control to g(i) to
enlarge the image up to 10×.
Press the kbutton to return to full-frame
playback mode.
Playback zoom
g(i)
Display the histogram and the shooting
to full-frame playback.
Display shooting
information
k
k
Play back movies
Delete images
Display menus
Play back the movie currently displayed.
Select a deletion method and delete images.
When using auto sort mode (
78) or list by
l
category or shooting date can be deleted.
Display the menu for the selected mode.
Press the cbutton to display the
to auto sort mode or list by date mode.
d
c
Switch to another
playback mode
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Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode
Function
Control
Description
A
A
Press the Abutton or the shutter-release
button. Pressing the b(movie-record)
button will also return the camera to
shooting mode.
Switch to shooting
mode
b
C Changing the Orientation (Vertical/Horizontal) of Images
Displaying the Histogram and Shooting Information
Press the kbutton in full-frame playback mode to display the histogram and the
shooting information (not possible with movies). Press the kbutton again to
return to full-frame playback mode.
1
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0
0 0 0 4 . J P G
1 0 0 N I K O N
0 0 0 4 . J P G
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1 / 2 5 0
F 2.7
k
+1.0
1 0 0
ISO
4 /
4
4 /
4
10
1
2
3
4
5
Image
6
7
8
Shutter speed
Folder name
File name
Exposure compensation
ISO sensitivity
1
Shooting mode
Aperture
Current frame number/
total number of frames
9
2
10 Histogram
1
2
A is displayed as the shooting mode.
A histogram is a graph showing the distribution of tones in the image. The horizontal axis
corresponds to brightness, with dark tones to the left and bright tones to the right. The
vertical axis shows the number of pixels.
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Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback
Rotate the zoom control to f(h) in full-frame
1 /
1 0
sheets” of thumbnail images (except in list by date
mode).
The following operations are available while thumbnails are displayed.
Function
Control
Description
A
Choose images
Press the multi selector H, I, J, or K.
9
Rotate the zoom control to f(h) to
increase the number of image thumbnails
displayed: 4 ➝ 9 ➝ 16. Rotate the zoom
control to f(h) in the 16-image
thumbnail display to apply the calendar
by the date on which they were captured.
Rotate the zoom control to g(i) to return
to thumbnail display.
Increase the
number of images
displayed/applythe
calendar display
f(h)
–
Rotate the zoom control to
the number of image thumbnails displayed:
g
(i) to decrease
Decrease the
number of images
displayed
16
g
➝
9
➝
4. Rotate the zoom control to
g(i)
(i) in 4-image thumbnail display to return
to full-frame playback mode.
Select a deletion method and delete images.
Delete images
When using auto sort mode (
l
with the same category can be deleted.
Switch to full-frame
playback mode
Press the kbutton.
k
A
Press the Abutton or the shutter-release
button. Pressing the b(movie-record)
button will also return the camera to
shooting mode.
Switch to shooting
mode
b
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Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback
C Thumbnail Playback Mode Display
are selected, the icons shown on the right are displayed with them.
Movies are displayed as film frames.
Protect icon
Print set icon
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Film frames
C Thumbnail Display in Auto Sort Mode
displayed at the top-right of the monitor.
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Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback
Calendar Display
the zoom control to f(h) to switch to calendar
display.
Images can be selected for display based on the date
on which they were captured. The dates on which
images were captured are underlined in yellow.
2010 11
Su
M
Tu
W
Th
4
F
Sa
6
1
2
3
5
7
8
9
10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30
3
The following operations are available in calendar
display.
Function
Control
Description
A
Select date
Press the multi selector H, I, J, or K.
9
Return to full-frame
playback
The first image captured on the selected
date is displayed full frame.
k
Return to
thumbnail display
Rotate the zoom control to g(i).
g(i)
B Notes on Calendar Display
• Images captured when the camera’s date is not set are treated as images captured on January 1,
2010.
• The lbutton and dbutton are not available in calendar display.
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Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Rotating the zoom control to g(i) in full-frame
portion of the current image.
• The guide displayed at bottom right shows the
portion of the image currently displayed.
The following operations are available while image
display is enlarged.
Function
Zoom in
Control
Description
A
Zoom increases each time the zoom control is
rotated to g(i), to a maximum of 10×.
–
g(i)
Zoom decreases each time the zoom control is
rotated to f(h). When the magnification ratio
reaches 1×, the display returns to full-frame
playback mode.
Zoom out
–
f(h)
View other
areas of image
Press the multi selector H, I, J, or Kto move
the display area to other areas of the image.
Select a deletion method and delete images.
category or shooting date can be deleted.
Delete images
l
Switch to full-
frame playback
Press the kbutton.
k
Create a cropped copy with only the enlarged
portion and save the copy as a separate file.
Crop image
d
A
Press the Abutton or the shutter-release
button. Pressing the b(movie-record) button
will also return the camera to shooting mode.
Switch to
shooting mode
b
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Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Images Captured with Face Detection
When zooming in (playback zoom) on an image
the zoom control to g(i), the image will be enlarged
with the face detected with shooting at the center of
the monitor (except images captured with
• If more than one face was detected, the image will
be enlarged with the face on which focus was acquired at the center of the
monitor. Press the multi selector H, I, J, or Kto display other detected faces.
• When the zoom control is rotated to g(i) or f(h) to adjust the zoom ratio,
the center of the image, rather than the face, is displayed at the center of the
monitor (normal playback zoom display).
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Playing Back Images by Category
The following playback modes can be selected.
c
Playback
Play back all images.
Auto sort
F
Play back images and movies automatically sorted to the selected category with
shooting.
C
List by date
Play back images captured on the selected date.
1
Press the cbutton in playback
mode.
The playback-mode selection menu is
displayed.
2
3
Press the multi selector Hor Ito choose a
playback mode.
To return to the current playback mode without switching
playback modes, press the cbutton.
Play
Press the kbutton.
The camera enters the selected playback mode.
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Finding Images in Auto Sort Mode
Images and movies are automatically sorted to any of the following categories
with shooting. When “F auto sort mode” is selected, images and movies can be
viewed by selecting the category to which they were sorted.
Z Smile
D Portraits
uFood
U Landscape
DMovie
V Dusk to dawn
X Retouched copies
D Close-ups
W Other scenes
In full-frame playback mode, images of the same category can be played back
images in the same category can be selected for viewing in a slide show, or
applying print order or protection settings.
Viewing Images in Auto Sort Mode
1
Press the cbutton in playback
mode, press the multi selector H
or Ito select F, and press the k
button.
Auto sort
A list of categories is displayed.
2
Press the multi selector H, I, J, or Kto
select a desired category.
Portraits
For information about categories, see “Auto Sort Mode
For information about operating the auto sort mode
Press the kbutton to display an image in the selected
category in full-frame playback mode.
1
0
5
1
0
1
1
55 : 3 0
0
GG
The icon of the category currently played back will be
displayed at the top right of the screen.
1
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Finding Images in Auto Sort Mode
Description
Auto Sort Mode Categories
Category
timer setting set to On.
Z Smile
Images captured in Portrait*, Night portrait*, Party/indoor,
timer setting set to Off.
D Portraits
uFood
U Landscape
Images captured in Night landscape*, Sunset, Dusk/dawn
V Dusk to dawn
D Close-ups
DMovie
X Retouched copies
All other images that cannot be defined by the categories
described above.
W Other scenes
appropriate categories.
B Notes on Auto Sort Mode
• Up to 999 images and movie files can be sorted to each category in auto sort mode. If 999 images
or movies have already been sorted to a specific category, new images and movies cannot be
sorted to that category nor can they be displayed in auto sort mode. Display images and movies
cannot be displayed in auto sort mode.
• Images or movies saved by a camera other than the COOLPIX S5100 cannot be displayed in auto
sort mode.
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Finding Images in Auto Sort Mode
Operations in Auto Sort Mode
Function
Control
Description
A
Select a category
Press the multi selector H, I, J, or K.
9
Switch to full-
Press the kbutton to display the first image
in the selected category.
k
l
frame playback
Press the lbutton after selecting a category,
and a confirmation dialog will be displayed.
Choose Yes and press the kbutton to
delete all images sorted to that category.
Delete image
Switch to another
playback mode
Press the cbutton to display the playback-
mode selection menu.
c
A
Press the Abutton or the shutter-release
button. Pressing the b(movie-record)
button will also return the camera to
shooting mode.
Switch to
shooting mode
b
Auto Sort Menu
Press the dbutton in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode in
auto sort mode to apply the following menu options.
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Print set
Protect
Rotate image
Small picture
Voice memo
Slide show
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Viewing Images by Date (List by Date)
In “C list by date mode”, images captured on the same date can be played back.
In full-frame playback mode, just as with normal playback mode, shooting
information can be displayed, image display can be enlarged, images can be
edited, and movies can be played back.
images captured on the same day can be selected for viewing in a slide show, or
applying print order or protection settings.
Viewing Images in List by Date Mode
1
Press the cbutton in playback
mode, press the multi selector H
or Ito select C, and press the k
button.
List by date
The list by date screen is displayed.
2
Press the multi selector Hor Ito choose a
date.
The camera lists up to 29 dates. If images exist for more
than 29 dates, all images saved earlier than most recent
29 dates will be combined under Others.
List by date
2 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0
3
2
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0
Others
5 6
For information about operating the list by date screen,
When the kbutton is pressed, the first image captured
on the selected date will be displayed full frame.
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Rotate the zoom control to f(h) in full-frame playback
mode or while displaying shooting information to return
to the shooting date selection screen.
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3
B Notes on List by Date Mode
• The number of images captured on each day is displayed on the list by date screen. 9,000 images
can be displayed in list by date mode. If more than 9,000 images are saved on a memory card, “*” is
displayed for the date containing the 9,001st image.
• Images captured when the camera’s date is not set are treated as images captured on January 1,
2010.
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Viewing Images by Date (List by Date)
Operations in List by Date Mode
Function
Control
Description
A
Select date
Press the multi selector Hor I.
9
Press the kbutton to display the first image
captured on the selected date.
Switch to full-
frame playback
full-frame playback mode to return to the list
by date screen.
k
Press the
l
button to delete all images captured
on the selected date, and a confirmation dialog
Delete image
l
will be displayed. Choose Yes and press the
k
button to delete all the images.
View list by date
menu
Press the dbutton to display the list by
date menu.
d
Switch to another
playback mode
Press the cbutton to display the playback-
mode selection menu.
c
A
Press the Abutton or the shutter-release
button. Pressing the b(movie-record)
button will also return the camera to
shooting mode.
Switch to
shooting mode
b
List by Date Menu
Press the dbutton in list by date mode to display the following menus for only
the images captured on the specified date.
Quick retouch*
D-Lighting*
Skin softening*
Print set
Protect
Rotate image*
Small picture*
Voice memo*
Slide show
* After displaying the image in full-frame playback mode, press the dbutton.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
The following options are available in the playback menu.
k
I
e
a
b
Quick retouch
Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced.
D-Lighting
Enhance brightness and contrast in dark portions of images.
Skin softening
Make facial skin tones softer.
Print set
Select images to print and the number of copies for each.
Slide show
View images saved in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide
show.
d
f
g
E
Protect
Protect selected images from accidental deletion.
Rotate image
Change the orientation of images.
Small picture
Create a small copy of the current image.
Voice memo
Record voice memos for images.
Copy
h
Copy files between the internal memory and a memory card.
Displaying the Playback Menu
Press the dbutton to display the playback menu.
Playback menu
Quick retouch
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D-Lighting
Skin softening
Print set
Slide show
Protect
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Exit
• Press the dbutton to exit the playback menu.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
a Print Set (Creating a DPOF Print Order)
cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Ma Print set
When printing images saved on the memory card using any of the following
methods, the Print set option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print
orders” for printing on DPOF-compatible devices.
• Taking the memory card to a digital photo lab
print order can also be created for images saved in the internal memory if the
memory card is removed from the camera.
1
Press the dbutton in playback mode.
The playback menu is displayed.
2
Use the multi selector to choose Print set and
Playback menu
Quick retouch
press the kbutton.
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Print set
Proceed to step 4 when playing back in auto sort mode
or list by date mode.
Slide show
Protect
Exit
3
4
Choose Select images and press the k
Print set
button.
Select images
Delete print set
Exit
Choose images (up to 99) and the number of
copies (up to nine) of each.
Print selection
1
1
3
Press the multi selector Jor Kto select images, and press
Hor Ito specify the number of copies to be printed.
Image selected for printing can be identified by the check
mark (y) and the numeral indicating the number of
copies to be printed. If no copies have been specified for
images, the selection is canceled.
Back
Rotate the zoom control to g(i) to switch to full-frame playback.
Rotate the zoom control to f(h) to switch back to 12-thumbnail display.
Press the kbutton when setting is complete.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
5
Choose whether or not to print shooting date
Print set
Done
and photo information.
Choose Date and press the kbutton to print the
shooting date on all images in the print order.
Choose Info and press the kbutton to print photo
information (shutter speed and aperture) on all images in
the print order.
Date
Info
Exit
Choose Done and press the kbutton to complete the
print order.
Images selected for printing can be identified by the w
icon displayed with playback.
1
0
5
1
0
1
1
55 : 3 0
0
GG
4
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B Notes on Print Set
When a print order is created in auto sort mode or list by date mode, the screen shown below is
displayed if images other than those in selected category or captured on the selected shooting date,
have been marked for printing.
• Select Yes to add images in the selected category or captured on the selected shooting date, to
the existing print order.
• Select No to remove print marking from previously marked images and restrict the print order to
images in the selected category or captured on the selected shooting date.
Print set
Save print marking for other
images?
Print set
Save print marking for other
dates?
Yes
No
Yes
No
Exit
Exit
Auto sort mode
List by date mode
If the total number of the images in a print order exceeds 99, the screen shown below will be displayed.
• Select Yes to remove images previously added from the print order and restrict the print order to
images just marked.
• Select Cancel to remove the images just added from the print order and restrict the print order to
images previously marked.
Print set
Too many images selected.
Print set
Too many images selected.
Remove print marking from
other images?
Remove print marking for
other dates?
Yes
Yes
Cancel
Cancel
Exit
Exit
Auto sort mode
List by date mode
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
B Notes on Printing Shooting Date and Photo Information
When the Date and Info settings are enabled in the print set option, shooting date and photo
of shooting date and photo information is used.
• Photo information cannot be printed when the camera is connected directly to a printer, via the
• Note that Date and Info settings are reset each time the Print set option is displayed.
• The date printed is that saved when the image was captured.
Changing the camera’s date using the Date option in the setup
menu after an image has been captured has no effect on the
date printed on the image.
15.11.2010
C Canceling Existing Print Order
kbutton to remove print marking from all images and cancel the print order.
D Date Imprint
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.
Only the date imprint date and time on images will be printed, even if Print set is enabled with
Date selected in the print set screen.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
b Slide Show
cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Mb 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 choose Start and
press the kbutton.
Slide show
Pause
To change the interval between images, choose Frame
intvl, select the desired interval time, and press the k
button before choosing Start.
Start
Frame intvl
Loop
3s
Exit
To repeat the slide show automatically, choose Loop and
press the kbutton before choosing Start. The check
mark (w) will be added to the loop option when enabled.
2
3
The slide show begins.
While the slide show is in progress, press the multi
selector Kto display the next image or Jto display the
previous image. Hold down either button to fast forward
or rewind.
To end or pause the slide show, press the kbutton.
End the slide show or restart it.
Pause
The screen shown on the right is displayed when the
slide show has ended or is paused. Choose End and press
the kbutton to return to the playback menu. Choose
Restart to play the slide show again.
Restart
End
Frame intvl
B Notes on Slide Show
• Only the first frame of movies included in a slide show is displayed.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
d Protect
cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Md Protect
Protect selected images from accidental deletion.
Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously protected images
information.
Note that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card will
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
Selecting Images
When using one of the following features, a screen like
that shown on the right is displayed when selecting
images.
Protect
Back
ON/OFF
Follow the procedures described below to choose the images.
1
Press the multi selector Jor Kto select an
image.
Protect
frame playback or f(h) to switch back to 12-
thumbnail display.
Back
ON/OFF
Only one image can be selected for Rotate image and
Welcome screen. Proceed to step 3.
2
3
Press Hor Ito select or deselect (or to
specify the number of copies).
When an image is selected, a check mark (y) is
displayed with the image. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to select
additional images.
Protect
Back
ON/OFF
Press the kbutton to apply image selection.
When Selected images is selected, a confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow the
instructions displayed in the monitor.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
f Rotate Image
cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Mf Rotate image
Specify the orientation in which saved images are displayed with 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.
screen is displayed, press the multi selector Jor Kto rotate the image 90
degrees.
Rotate image
Rotate image
Rotate image
Back
Rotate
Back
Rotate
Back
Rotate
Rotate 90 degrees
counterclockwise
Rotate 90 degrees
clockwise
Press the kbutton to finalize display orientation, and save orientation
information with the image.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
EVoice Memo
cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) MEVoice memo
Use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images.
Recording Voice Memos
1
2
Display the desired image in full-frame
button.
The playback menu is displayed.
Use the multi selector to choose EVoice
memo and press the kbutton.
The screen for recording voice memos is displayed.
Playback menu
Rotate image
Small picture
Voice memo
Copy
Exit
3
Press and hold the kbutton to record a voice
memo.
Recording ends after about 20 seconds or when the k
button is released.
Do not touch the microphone during recording.
Back
2 0 s
During recording, o and p blink in the monitor.
When recording ends, the voice memo playback screen is
displayed. Follow the procedure in step 3 of “Playing
Press the multi selector Jbefore or after recording a
voice memo to return to the playback menu. Press the
dbutton to exit the playback menu.
1 7 s
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
Playing Voice Memos
Images for which voice memos have been recorded are indicated by p in full-
frame playback mode.
1
2
3
Select the desired image in full-
and press the dbutton.
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The playback menu is displayed.
4 /
4
Use the multi selector to choose EVoice
memo and press the kbutton.
The voice memo playback screen is displayed.
Playback menu
Rotate image
Small picture
Voice memo
Copy
Exit
Press the kbutton to play the voice memo.
Press the kbutton again to stop playback.
Rotate the zoom control to gor fduring playback to
adjust playback volume.
Press the multi selector Jbefore or after recording a
voice memo to return the playback menu. Press the d
button to exit the playback menu.
Back
6 s
Deleting Voice Memos
Select an image with a voice memo. Press the l
button. Press the multi selector Hor Ito select
the confirmation dialog is displayed, press the multi
selector Hor Ito choose w and press the kbutton.
Only the voice memo will be deleted.
Erase
1
image?
Yes
No
B Notes on Voice Memos
• When an image with a voice memo attached is deleted, both the image and its voice memo are
deleted.
• If a voice memo already exists for the current image, it must be deleted before a new voice memo
can be recorded.
• The COOLPIX S5100 is not able to record a voice memo for images captured with another make or
model of digital camera.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)
cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Mh Copy
Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card.
1
2
Use the multi selector to select a destination
option to which images are copied and press
the kbutton.
Copy
q: Copy images from internal memory to memory
card.
Exit
r: Copy images from memory card to internal
memory.
Select a copy option and press the kbutton.
Selected images: Copy images selected from the image
Camera to card
Selected images
All images
All images:
Copy all images.
Exit
B Notes on Copying Images
• JPEG-, AVI-, and WAV-format files can be copied. Files saved in any other format cannot be copied.
with the images.
• Operation is not guaranteed with images captured with another make of camera or that have
been modified on a computer.
copied, the copies are also protected.
• Images or movies copied from the internal memory or a memory card cannot be displayed in auto
C Memory contains no images. Message
If there are no images saved on a memory card inserted in the camera when playback mode is
applied, the message Memory contains no images. will be displayed. Press the dbutton to
display the copy option screen, and copy the images saved in the camera’s internal memory to the
memory card.
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Editing Images
Editing Functions
Use the COOLPIX S5100 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files
Editing function
Description
Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation
have been enhanced.
Create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness
and contrast, brightening dark portions of the image.
Make facial skin tones softer.
Create a small copy of images suitable for use as e-mail
attachments.
Crop a portion of the image. Use to zoom in on a subject or
arrange a composition.
B Notes on Image Editing
• The editing functions of this camera cannot be used for images captured with another make or
model of digital cameras.
• If no face is detected in an image, a copy cannot be created using the skin softening function (A98).
• Edited copies created with this camera may not be displayed properly on another make or model
of digital camera. It may also be impossible to transfer them to a computer using another make or
model of digital camera.
• Editing functions are not available when there is not enough free space in the internal memory or
on the memory card.
C Restrictions on Image Editing
When an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following
restrictions.
Editing function used
Editing function to add
The skin softening, small picture, or crop function can be added.
The quick retouch and D-Lighting functions cannot be used
together.
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
The quick retouch, D-Lighting, small picture, or crop function can be
added.
Skin softening
Small picture
Crop
Another editing function cannot be added.
• Copies created with editing functions cannot be further edited with the same function used to
create them.
• When combining the small picture or crop function and another editing function, use the small
picture and crop functions after other editing functions have been applied.
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Editing Functions
D Original and Edited Images
• Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if the original images are deleted. The
original images are not deleted if copies created with editing functions are deleted.
• Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original.
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Image Editing
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 the desired image in full-frame
button.
The playback menu is displayed.
2
Use the multi selector to choose k Quick
Playback menu
Quick retouch
retouch and press the kbutton.
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Print set
The original version is displayed on the left and the edited
version is displayed on the right.
Slide show
Protect
Exit
3
Press the multi selector Hor Ito choose the
degree of enhancement performed and press
the kbutton.
Quick retouch
A new, edited copy is created.
Normal
To exit without saving the copy, press the dbutton.
Exit
Amount
Copies created with the quick retouch function can be
identified by the s icon displayed in playback mode.
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Image Editing
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 the desired image in full-frame
button.
The playback menu is displayed.
2
Use the multi selector to choose I D-Lighting
Playback menu
Quick retouch
and press the kbutton.
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Print set
The original version is displayed on the left and the edited
version is displayed on the right.
Slide show
Protect
Exit
3
Choose OK and press the kbutton.
A new, edited copy is created.
D-Lighting
To exit without saving the copy, choose Cancel and
press the kbutton.
OK
Cancel
Copies created with the D-Lighting function can be
identified by the c icon displayed in playback mode.
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Image Editing
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 the desired image in full-frame playback
The playback menu is displayed.
2
Use the multi selector to choose e Skin
Playback menu
Quick retouch
softening and press the kbutton.
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Print set
The screen for selecting the degree of softening is
displayed.
If no faces are detected in the image, an alert is displayed
and the camera returns to the playback menu.
Slide show
Protect
Exit
3
4
Press the multi selector Hor Ito choose the
Skin softening
degree of softening and press the kbutton.
The confirmation dialog is displayed with the face to which skin
softening was applied enlarged at the center of the monitor.
To exit without saving the copy, press the dbutton.
Normal
Exit
Amount
Check the preview of the copy.
Skin tones in up to 12 faces, in the order of that closest to
the center of the frame, are softened.
Preview
If more than one face was softened, press the multi
selector Jor Kto display a different face.
Back
Save
Press the dbutton to adjust the degree of softening.
The monitor display returns to that shown in step 3.
When the kbutton is pressed, a new, edited copy is
created.
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Copies created with the skin softening function can be
recognized by the E icon displayed in playback mode.
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4
B Note on 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.
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Image Editing
g Small Picture: (Reducing Image Size)
Create a small copy of the current image. This feature is useful for creating copies
for display on Web pages or e-mail attachments. The l 640×480, m 320×240,
and n 160×120 sizes are available. Small copies are saved as separate files with a
compression ratio of 1:16.
1
Select the desired image in full-frame
button.
The playback menu is displayed.
2
Use the multi selector to choose g Small
picture and press the kbutton.
Playback menu
Rotate image
Small picture
Voice memo
Copy
Exit
3
4
Choose the desired copy size and press the k
button.
Small picture
640 × 480
320 × 240
160 × 120
Exit
Choose Yes and press the kbutton.
A new, small copy is created.
Create small picture file?
To exit without saving the copy, choose No and press the
kbutton.
Yes
No
The copy is displayed with a gray frame.
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Image Editing
a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy
Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is
separate files.
1
Rotate the zoom control to
g
(i) in full-frame
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. The cropped
image will be displayed in landscape orientation.
To crop the image in its current “tall” (portrait) orientation,
landscape orientation. Next, enlarge the image for cropping, crop the image, and then
rotate the cropped image back to “tall” (portrait) orientation.
2
Refine copy composition.
Rotate the zoom control to g(i) or f(h) to adjust the
zoom ratio.
Press the multi selector H, I, J, or Kto scroll the
image so that only the portion to be copied is visible in
the monitor.
3
4
Press the dbutton.
Use the multi selector to choose Yes and
press the kbutton.
A cropped copy is created.
Save this image as
displayed?
To exit without saving the copy, choose No and press the
kbutton.
Yes
No
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 gray frame is displayed around
the image, and the small picture icon B or C is displayed in the left of the monitor in playback mode.
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Movie Recording and Playback
Recording Movies
High-definition movies with sound can be recorded.
• The maximum file size for a single movie is 4 GB and the maximum movie
length for a single movie is 29 minutes, even when there is sufficient free space
setting) and the internal memory is used for recording, the maximum length for
a single movie is four seconds.
1
Turn on the camera and be sure that it is in
shooting mode.
The icon for the selected movie option is displayed. The
1 1 0 0
Movie option
2
Press the b (movie-record) button to
start movie recording.
The camera focuses at the center of the frame.
Focus areas are not displayed during recording.
When x HD 720p (1280 × 720) is selected for Movie
options, monitor display changes to an aspect ratio of
16:9 with movie recording (the area indicated on the right
is recorded).
The approximate remaining movie length is displayed
during recording.
1 2 m 3 0 s
Recording stops automatically when the maximum movie
length has been recorded.
3
Press the b (movie-record) button again to end recording.
B Note on Saving Movies
After a movie has been recorded, it is not fully saved to the internal memory or memory card until
monitor display returns to the shooting display. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card
slot cover before movies have been fully saved. Removing the memory card or the battery while a
movie is being saved may result in loss of the movie data or damage to the camera or to the
memory card.
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Recording Movies
B Recording Movies
• Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording
Speed Class ratings are used.
• The angle of view (field of view) of movies recorded while Movie options is set to x HD 720p
(1280 × 720) is narrower than that of still images.
• Optical zoom cannot be adjusted once movie recording begins.
• Rotate the zoom control during recording to enable digital zoom. Subjects can be magnified up to
2× the optical zoom ratio applied before movie recording began.
• There may be some degradation in image quality when digital zoom is used. When recording
ends, digital zoom is disabled.
• The sounds of zoom control operation, autofocus lens drive movement and vibration reduction
operation may be recorded.
Avoiding bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights when recording
movies is recommended.
• When playing movies, faint stripes may appear in scenes with blue skies, solid-colored walls, etc.
This phenomenon occurs during the movie compression process and does not indicate a
malfunction.
• When A Single AF (default setting) is selected for Autofocus mode in movie menu, focus is
locked by pressing the b (movie-record) button to start recording (A 105).
• Autofocus may not perform as expected (A 27). Should this occur, try the following:
1. Set Autofocus mode in the movie menu to A Single AF (default setting) before starting
movie recording.
2. Frame another subject positioned at the same distance from the camera as the intended
subject in the center of the frame, press the b (movie-record) button to start recording, and
then modify the composition.
C Functions Available with Movie Recording
• The exposure compensation, white balance, and color options settings for the current shooting
mode are also applied with movie recording. When macro mode is enabled, movies of subjects
closer to the camera can be recorded. Confirm settings before starting movie recording.
• The self-timer (A 32) can be used. When the b (movie-record) button is pressed after the self-
timer is enabled, the camera focuses at the center of the frame and starts movie recording after
the specified two or ten seconds.
• The flash will not fire.
movie recording (A 103).
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Recording Movies
Changing Movie Recording Settings
The following options can be adjusted from the movie menu.
Movie options
Select an option for movie recording.
Autofocus mode
Select how the camera focuses during movie recording.
Displaying the Movie Menu
1
2
3
4
Press the dbutton in shooting
mode.
The menu is displayed.
If the dbutton was pressed in scene
display the tabs.
1 1 0 0
Press the multi selector J.
Tab selection is activated.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
Exit
Press Hor Ito select the Dtab.
Movie
Movie options
Autofocus mode
Exit
Press Kor the kbutton.
The movie menu items can be selected.
Movie
Movie options
Autofocus mode
Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings
To exit the movie menu, press the dbutton or Jto
select a different tab.
Exit
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Recording Movies
Movie Options
Select the desired movie option to record.
Option
Description
Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded. This option is
suited to playback on a wide screen TV.
Image size: 1280 × 720 pixels
x HD 720p (1280 × 720)
(default setting)
y VGA (640 × 480)
Image size: 640 × 480 pixels
Image size: 320 × 240 pixels
z QVGA (320 × 240)
• The frame rate is approximately 30 frames per second in any options.
C Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length
Internal memory
(approx. 32 MB)
2
Option
Memory card (4 GB)
1
x HD 720p (1280 × 720)
y VGA (640 × 480)
9 s
20 min
45 min
21 s
55 s
z QVGA (320 × 240)
1 h 50 min
All figures are approximate. The maximum movie length may vary by make of memory card.
1
The maximum length for a single movie is four seconds.
The maximum file size for a single movie is 4 GB and the maximum movie length for a single
2
movie is 29 minutes, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer
recording.
D More Information
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Autofocus Mode
Select how the camera focuses in movie mode.
Option
Description
Focus is locked when the b(movie-record) button is pressed
to start recording.
Select this option when the distance between the camera
and the subject will remain fairly consistent.
A Single AF
(default setting)
Camera focuses continuously.
Select this option when the distance between the camera
and subject will change significantly during recording.
Use of Single AF is recommended to prevent the sound of
the camera focusing from interfering with recording.
B Full-time AF
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Movie Playback
play a movie, display it in full-frame playback mode and
press the kbutton.
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0
0 0 1 0 . AV I
1 0 s
Rotate the zoom control to gor fto adjust playback
Pausing
volume.
Playback controls are displayed at the top of the
monitor. Press the multi selector Jor Kto choose a
control. The operations described below are available.
4 s
During
playback
Volume
indicator
Function Icon
Description
Rewind
K
L
Hold down the kbutton to rewind the movie.
Advance
Hold down the kbutton to advance the movie.
Press the kbutton to pause playback.
The following operations can be performed while playback is paused
using the controls displayed at the top in the monitor.
Press the kbutton to rewind the movie. Hold down the k
M
O
Q
Pause
End
button for continuous rewinding.
Press the kbutton to advance the movie. Hold down the k
button for continuous advancing.
N
Press the kbutton to resume playback.
P
Press the kbutton to end movie playback and return to full-frame
playback mode.
B Note on Playing Back Movies
The COOLPIX S5100 is not able to playback movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera.
Deleting Movies
Select a movie and press the lbutton in full-frame
Delete
Current image
information.
Erase selected images
All images
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers
Connecting to a TV
Connect the camera to a television using the supplied audio/video cable to play
back images on a television.
1
Turn off the camera.
2
Connect the camera to the TV.
Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack and the white plug to the audio-in jack on
the TV.
When connecting the cable, be sure that the camera connector is properly oriented. Do
not use force when connecting the cable to the camera. When disconnecting the cable,
do not pull the connector at an angle.
Yellow White
3
4
Tune the television to the video channel.
See the documentation provided with your television for details.
Hold down the cbutton to turn on the
camera.
The camera enters playback mode and images are
displayed on the television.
While connected to the TV, the camera monitor will
remain off.
B Video Mode
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Connecting to a Computer
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer and copy
(transfer) images to the computer.
Before Connecting the Camera
Install the Software
Use the supplied ViewNX 2 CD and install the following software on the computer.
• ViewNX 2: Use the image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” to save images that
were captured with the camera on the computer. Saved images can be viewed
and printed. Image and movie editing features are also supported.
• Panorama Maker 5: This software can join a series of images to create a single
panorama image.
For more information on installing the software, refer to the Quick Start Guide.
Compatible Operating Systems
Windows
Windows 7 Home Basic/Home Premium/Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate,
Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Enterprise/Ultimate (Service
Pack 2), or Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Service Pack 3)
Macintosh
Mac OS X (version 10.4.11, 10.5.8, 10.6.3)
For information on the requirements for playing back high-definition movies, refer
Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system
compatibility.
B Note on Computer Connection
Disconnect other USB devices such as commercial USB chargers from the computer. Simultaneous
connection of the camera and other USB devices to the computer could result in operation
malfunction or excessive supply of power to the camera, causing damage to the camera or memory
card. Refer to the documentation supplied with other USB devices for more information.
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Connecting to a Computer
B Notes on Power Source
• When connecting the camera to a computer to transfer images, use a fully charged battery to
prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly.
• When the camera is connected to a computer via the supplied USB cable with Auto (default
setting) selected for the Charge by computer option in the setup menu, the battery inserted into
from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter as they may cause the
camera to overheat or malfunction.
Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer
1
2
3
Start the computer to which ViewNX 2 was installed.
Be sure that the camera is off.
Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable.
Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an
angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
The camera is automatically turned on and the power-on
lamp will light. The camera monitor will remain off.
B Connecting the USB Cable
The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.
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Connecting to a Computer
4
Start the ViewNX 2 image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” installed
on the computer.
•
Windows 7
When the Devices and Printers KS5100 screen is displayed, click Change
program under Import pictures and videos. Select Copy pictures to a folder on
my computer. in the Change program dialog and click OK.
Double-click Copy pictures to a folder on my computer. on the Devices and
Printers KS5100 screen.
•
•
•
Windows Vista
When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click Copy pictures to a folder on my
computer. using Nikon Transfer 2.
Windows XP
When the action selection dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 Copy
pictures to a folder on my computer., and click OK.
Mac OS X
Nikon Transfer 2 will start automatically when the camera is connected to the
computer if Yes was selected in the Auto-Launch setting dialog when Nikon
Transfer 2 was first installed.
•
•
If charge for the battery inserted into the camera is low, the computer may not
recognize the camera. If the camera is not recognized, images will not be transferred.
When battery charging starts automatically using power supplied by the computer,
wait until battery charge has reached a sufficient level to begin transfer.
If there are a large number of images on the memory card, it may take some time for
Nikon Transfer 2 to start.
5
Confirm that the source device is displayed in the transfer options
Source panel and click Start Transfer.
Source device
Start Transfer button
Any images that have not been transferred to the computer will be transferred (default
setting of ViewNX 2).
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Connecting to a Computer
ViewNX 2 starts automatically when the transfer is complete (default setting of ViewNX
2). Transferred images can be viewed.
For more information on using ViewNX 2, refer to the ViewNX 2 help information
Disconnecting the Camera
Do not turn off the camera or disconnect the camera from the computer during
transfer.
When transfer is complete, turn off the camera and disconnect the USB cable.
The camera turns off automatically if there is no communication with the
computer for 30 minutes while the camera is connected via the USB cable.
B Charging the Battery
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C Transferring Images Using a Computer’s Card Slot or a Commercially-
available Card Reader
When the memory card is inserted into a computer’s card slot or into a commercially-available card
reader, the images can be transferred using “Nikon Transfer 2”, the image transfer feature of ViewNX 2.
• Make sure that the memory card being used is supported by the card reader or other card reading
device.
• To transfer images, insert the memory card into the card reader or card slot and follow the
• To transfer images saved in the camera’s internal memory, the images must first be copied to a
D Starting ViewNX 2 or Nikon Transfer 2 Manually
Windows
Choose Start menu > All Programs > ViewNX 2 > ViewNX 2.
Double-clicking the ViewNX 2 shortcut icon on the desktop will also start ViewNX 2.
Mac OS X
Open the Applications folder, open the Nikon Software > ViewNX 2 folders in that order, and
then double-click the ViewNX 2 icon. Clicking the ViewNX 2 icon on the Dock will also start
ViewNX 2.
Click Transfer in the ViewNX 2 screen to start Nikon Transfer 2.
D Viewing ViewNX 2 Help Information
For more information on ViewNX 2 or Nikon Transfer 2, start ViewNX 2 or Nikon Transfer 2 and select
ViewNX 2 Help from the Help menu.
D Panorama Creation with Panorama Maker 5
panorama photo with Panorama Maker 5.
• Panorama Maker 5 can be installed on a computer using the supplied ViewNX 2 CD.
• After installation is complete, follow the procedure described below to start Panorama Maker 5.
Windows
Choose Start menu>All Programs>ArcSoft Panorama Maker 5>Panorama Maker 5.
Mac OS X
Open Applications and double-click the Panorama Maker 5 icon.
• For more information on using Panorama Maker 5, refer to the on-screen instructions and help
information contained in Panorama Maker 5.
D Image File Names and Folder Names
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Charging While Connecting to a Computer
set to Auto (default setting), if the camera is connected to a computer using the
USB cable, the battery inserted into the camera can be automatically charged
depending on the ability of the computer to supply power.
to a computer.
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.
Battery not charging. If the charge lamp changes from slow blinking
(green) to off while the power-on lamp is lit, charging is complete.
Off
•
The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery
indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F).
A USB cable is not correctly connected or the battery is faulty.
Reconnect the USB cable correctly or replace the battery.
Computer is in sleep mode and does not supply power. Reboot a computer.
The battery cannot be charged as computer’s specifications or
settings does not support power supply to the camera.
•
Flickers (green)
•
•
B Notes on Charging with Connection to a Computer
•
The battery cannot be charged, nor can data be transferred, when the camera is connected to a
camera’s clock battery ( 124) has been exhausted, the date and time must be reset before the battery
can be charged or images can be transferred with connection to a computer. In this case, use the
• If the camera is turned off, charging will also stop.
• If a computer enters sleep mode while charging, charging will stop and the camera may be turned off.
• When disconnecting the camera from a computer, turn the camera off and then disconnect the
USB cable.
• It may take longer to charge the battery with connection to a computer than with charging using
the Charging AC Adapter EH-68P. Charging time increases when images are transferred while the
battery is charging.
• When the camera is connected to a computer, an application installed on the computer, such as
Nikon Transfer 2, may start. If the camera was connected to the computer for the sole purpose of
charging the battery, exit the application.
• The camera turns off automatically if there is no communication with the computer for 30 minutes
after the battery has finished charging.
• Depending upon computer specifications, settings, and power supply and allocation, it may be
impossible to charge the battery inserted into the camera via computer connection.
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Connecting to a Printer
to the printer and print images without using a computer.
Follow the procedures below to print images.
Take pictures
Select images for printing and
number of copies using
Print images one at a
When printing is complete, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable
B Notes on Power Source
• When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from
turning off unexpectedly.
• If the AC Adapter EH-62D (available separately) is used, COOLPIX S5100 can be powered from an
electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapters as they may cause the
camera to heat up or malfunction.
D Printing Images
In addition to printing images transferred to a computer from your personal printer and printing
over a direct camera-to-printer connection, the following options are also available for printing
images saved on the memory card:
• Inserting a memory card into a DPOF-compatible printer’s card slot
• Taking a memory card to a digital photo lab
For printing using these methods, specify the images and the number of prints each to the memory
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Connecting to a Printer
Connecting the Camera to a Printer
1
Turn off the camera.
2
3
Turn on the printer.
Check printer settings.
Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable.
Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an
angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
4
The camera is automatically turned on.
When properly connected, the PictBridge startup screen
(
) will be displayed in the camera monitor, followed by
1
the Print selection screen ( ).
2
1
2
Print selection
1 5 / 1 1
2 0 1 0
N O . 3 2
3 2
B If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is not Displayed
in the camera’s setup menu to Off and reconnect the cable.
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Printing Images One at a Time
procedures described below to print an image.
1
2
3
4
5
Use the multi selector to choose the desired
image and press the kbutton.
Rotate the zoom control to f(h) to display 12
thumbnails, and g(i) to switch back to full-frame
playback.
Print selection
1 5 / 1 1
2 0 1 0
N O . 3 2
3 2
Choose Copies and press the kbutton.
PictBridge
Start print
Copies
Paper size
Exit
Choose the desired number of copies (up to
nine) and press the kbutton.
Copies
4
Exit
Choose Paper size and press the kbutton.
PictBridge
Start print
Copies
Paper size
Exit
Choose the desired paper size and press the
kbutton.
To specify paper size using settings on the printer, choose
Default in the paper size option.
Paper size
Default
3.5×5 in.
5×7 in.
A4
100×150 mm
4×6 in.
Exit
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6
7
Choose Start print and press the kbutton.
PictBridge
Start print
Copies
Paper size
Exit
Printing begins.
Monitor display returns to the print selection screen
shown in step 1 when printing is complete.
Printing
002
/
004
To cancel printing before all copies have been printed,
press the kbutton.
Cancel
Current number of copies/
total number of copies
Printing Multiple Images
procedures described below to print multiple images.
1
2
When the Print selection screen is displayed,
press the dbutton.
The Print menu screen is displayed.
Use the multi selector to choose Paper size
and press the kbutton.
To exit the print menu, press the dbutton.
Print menu
Print selection
Print all images
DPOF printing
Paper size
Exit
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3
Choose the desired paper size and press the
kbutton.
To specify paper size using settings on the printer, choose
Default in the paper size option.
Paper size
Default
3.5×5 in.
5×7 in.
A4
100×150 mm
4×6 in.
Exit
4
Choose Print selection, Print all images, or
DPOF printing and press the kbutton.
Print menu
Print selection
Print all images
DPOF printing
Paper size
Exit
Print selection
Choose images (up to 99) and the number of
copies (up to nine) of each.
Print selection
1 0
•
Press the multi selector Jor Kto select
images, and press Hor Ito specify the
number of copies to be printed.
1
1
3
•
Images selected for printing can be identified
by the check mark (y) and the numeral
indicating the number of copies to be
printed. If no copies have been specified for
images, the selection is canceled.
Back
•
Rotate the zoom control to g(i) to switch back to full-frame playback or f
(h) to display 12 thumbnails.
•
•
Press the kbutton when setting is complete.
When the screen shown on the right is
displayed, choose Start print and press the
kbutton to start printing.
Print selection
0 1 0 prints
Choose Cancel and press the kbutton to
return to the print menu.
Start print
Cancel
Exit
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Print all images
One copy each of all images saved in the
Print all images
0 1 8 prints
internal memory, or on the memory card, is
printed.
•
When the screen shown on the right is
displayed, choose Start print and press the
kbutton to start print. Choose Cancel and
press the kbutton to return to the print
menu.
Start print
Cancel
Exit
DPOF printing
Print images for which a print order was created
DPOF printing
0 1 0 prints
•
When the screen shown on the right is
displayed, choose Start print and press the
kbutton to start printing. Choose Cancel
and press the kbutton to return to the print
menu.
Start print
View images
Cancel
Exit
•
To view the current print order, choose View
images and press the kbutton. To print
images, press the kbutton again.
View images
1 0
Back
5
Printing begins.
Monitor display returns to the print menu shown in
step 2 when printing is complete.
Printing
002
/
010
To cancel printing before all copies have been printed,
press the kbutton.
Cancel
Current number of copies/
total number of copies
C Paper Size
The camera supports the following paper sizes: Default (the default paper size for the printer
connected to the camera), 3.5×5 in., 5×7 in., 100×150 mm, 4×6 in., 8×10 in., Letter, A3, and A4.
Only sizes supported by the printer will be displayed. To specify paper size using printer settings,
choose Default in the paper size option.
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Basic Camera Setup
Setup Menu
The setup menu contains the following options.
Welcome screen
Choose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.
Date
Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones.
Monitor settings
Adjust photo information display and monitor brightness settings.
Date imprint
Imprint shooting date and time on images.
Vibration reduction
Choose whether or not vibration reduction is enabled.
Motion detection
Enable or disable motion detection, which reduces the effects of subject movement
and camera shake in still images.
AF assist
Enable or disable AF-assist illuminator.
Digital zoom
Enable or disable digital zoom.
Sound settings
Adjust sound settings.
Auto off
Set the amount of time that passes before the monitor turns off to save power.
Format memory/Format card
Format internal memory or memory card.
Language
Choose the language used for camera monitor display.
Video mode
Adjust settings necessary for connection to television.
Charge by computer
Choose whether or not to charge the camera battery when connecting to a
computer via the USB cable.
Blink warning
Specify whether or not the camera detects human faces that have blinked with
shooting using face detection.
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Setup Menu
Reset all
Restore camera settings to default values.
Firmware version
Display camera firmware version.
Displaying the Setup Menu
1
2
3
4
Press the dbutton.
The menu is displayed.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
If the dbutton was pressed in scene
display the tabs.
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
Exit
Press the multi selector J.
Tab selection is activated.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
Exit
Press Hor Ito select the ztab.
Set up
Welcome screen
Date
Monitor settings
Date imprint
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
Exit
Press Kor the kbutton.
The setup menu items can be selected.
Set up
Welcome screen
Date
Monitor settings
Date imprint
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings
To exit the setup menu, press the dbutton or Jto
select a different tab.
Exit
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Setup Menu
Welcome Screen
Choose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned
on.
None (default setting)
The camera enters shooting or playback mode without displaying the welcome
screen.
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
•
As the selected image is saved by the camera, it will be displayed when the
camera is turned on even if the original image is deleted.
•
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Setup Menu
Date
Set the camera clock.
Date
Set camera clock to current date and time.
Use the multi selector to set the date and time in the
date screen.
DMY (the order in which
the day, month, and year
are displayed)
•
Select an item: press Kor J(changes between D,
M, Y, hour, minute, DMY (the order in which the
day, month, and year are displayed)).
Date
D
M
Y
•
•
Edit the highlighted item: press Hor I.
1 5
1 1
2 0 1 0
Finish changing the settings: choose the order in
which the day, month, and year are displayed and
1 5
3 0
Exit
Edit
Time zone
w Home time zone can be specified and daylight saving is enabled or disabled.
the travel destination and the home time zone (w) is automatically calculated and
the date and time in the selected region are saved. This can be useful when
travelling.
Selecting Travel Destination Time Zone
1
Use the multi selector to choose Time zone
and press the kbutton.
Date
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0
The Time zone screen is displayed.
Date
Time zone
Exit
2
Choose x Travel destination and press the
kbutton.
Time zone
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0
The date and time displayed in the monitor changes
according to the region currently selected.
L o n d o n , C a s a b l a n c a
Home time zone
Travel destination
Exit
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Setup Menu
3
Press K.
The travel destination screen is displayed.
Time zone
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0
L o n d o n , C a s a b l a n c a
Home time zone
Travel destination
Exit
4
Press Jor Kto choose the travel destination
time zone.
If daylight saving time is in effect, press Hto enable
daylight saving time function. W is displayed at the top
of the monitor and the camera clock is advanced one
hour. Press Ito disable the daylight saving time
function.
1 0 : 3 0
– 0 5 : 0 0
E DT:
N e w Yo r k
To r o n t o
L i m a
Back
Time zone
Press the kbutton to apply the travel destination time
zone.
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 0 : 3 0
E DT: N e w Yo r k
To r o n t o, L i m a
Home time zone
Travel destination
While the travel destination time zone is selected, the Z
icon will be displayed in the monitor when the camera is
in shooting mode.
Exit
B Note on the Clock Battery
The camera clock is powered by the clock battery. The clock battery charges when the main battery
is inserted or an AC adapter is connected, and can provide several days of backup power after about
ten hours of charging.
C w Home Time Zone
• To switch to the home time zone, choose w Home time zone in step 2 and press the kbutton.
• To change the home time zone, choose w Home time zone in step 2, and complete steps 3 and
4.
C Daylight Saving Time
When daylight saving time starts or ends, turn the daylight saving time function on or off from the
time zone selection screen displayed in step 4.
D Imprinting Date on Images
time have been set. When the Date imprint option is enabled, images will be saved with shooting
date imprinted on them.
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Setup Menu
D 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 option.
UTC +/–
–11
Location
Midway, Samoa
UTC +/–
+1
Location
Madrid, Paris, Berlin
Athens, Helsinki, Ankara
–10
Hawaii, Tahiti
+2
Moscow, Nairobi, Riyadh,
Kuwait, Manama
–9
Alaska, Anchorage
+3
PST (PDT): Los Angeles,
Seattle, Vancouver
–8
–7
–6
+4
+5
Abu Dhabi, Dubai
Islamabad, Karachi
New Delhi
MST (MDT): Denver, Phoenix
CST (CDT): Chicago, Houston,
Mexico City
+5.5
EST (EDT): New York, Toronto,
Lima
–5
–4.5
–4
+6
+7
+8
Colombo, Dhaka
Bangkok, Jakarta
Caracas
Manaus
Beijing, Hong Kong,
Singapore
–3
–2
–1
0
Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo
Fernando de Noronha
Azores
+9
Tokyo, Seoul
Sydney, Guam
New Caledonia
Auckland, Fiji
+10
+11
+12
London, Casablanca
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Setup Menu
Photo Info
Select whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor.
Shooting mode
Playback mode
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0
0 0 0 4 . J P G
Show info
9
4 /
4
Current settings and operational guides are displayed as in Show info
above.
If no operations are performed for a few seconds, the display changes to
that with Hide info. Information will be displayed again when the next
operation is performed.
Auto info
(default setting)
Hide info
1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0
0 0 0 4 . J P G
9
4 /
4
Framing grid
In addition to information shown with Auto The current settings or
info above, a framing grid is displayed to
help frame images in A(auto) mode. In
other shooting modes only the information
shown with Auto info is displayed.
operation guide is
displayed, as in Auto
info above.
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Setup Menu
Date Imprint (Imprinting Date and Time)
The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the
images with shooting, allowing the information to be
printed even from printers that do not support date
15.11.2010
f
Date
Date is imprinted on images.
Date and time
S
Date and time are imprinted on images.
Off (default setting)
k
Date and time are not imprinted on images.
However, when Off is selected, no icon is displayed.
B Notes on Date Imprint
• Imprinted dates form a permanent part of image data and cannot be deleted. The date and time
cannot be imprinted on images after they have been captured.
• The date cannot be imprinted in the following situations:
- Images captured in Panorama assist scene mode
- Movies
Choose an Image mode setting of N 1024 × 768 or larger when using date imprint.
C Date Imprint and Print Set
When printing from DPOF-compatible printers that support the printing of shooting date and photo
information, the date and information can be printed without imprinting this information on them
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Setup Menu
Vibration Reduction
Reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Vibration reduction effectively
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 using a tripod to stabilize the camera
during shooting.
g
On (default setting)
Vibration reduction is enabled.
The camera detects and factors out panning movements when reducing camera
shake. When the camera is panned horizontally, for example, vibration reduction
reduces only vertical shake. If the camera is panned vertically, vibration reduction
affects only horizontal shake.
k
Off
Vibration reduction is not enabled.
The current vibration reduction setting can be confirmed in the camera monitor
B Notes on Vibration Reduction
• Vibration reduction may take a few seconds to activate after the power is turned on, or the camera
enters shooting mode from playback mode. Wait until the image of the monitor stabilizes before
shooting.
• Due to characteristics of the vibration reduction function, images displayed in the camera’s
monitor immediately after shooting may be displayed blurry.
• Vibration reduction may be unable to completely eliminate the effects of camera shake in some
situations.
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Setup Menu
Motion Detection
Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera
shake when shooting still images.
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.
•
•
•
•
When the flash fires
mode
•
When subject tracking mode is selected
k
Off
Motion detection is not enabled.
The current motion detection setting can be confirmed in the camera monitor
detects camera shake and increases shutter speed. When Off is selected, no icon is
displayed.
B Notes on Motion Detection
• Motion detection may be unable to completely eliminate the effects of subject movement and
camera shake in some situations.
• Motion detection may not function if the subject exhibits significant movement or is too dark.
• The images captured using motion detection may be somewhat “grainy” in appearance.
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Setup Menu
AF Assist
Enable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the
subject is dimly lit.
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 3.5 m (11 ft.) at the maximum wide-
angle position and about 1.5 m (4 ft. 11 in.) at the maximum telephoto position.
Note that for some scene modes or focus areas, AF-assist illuminator may not light.
Off
AF-assist illuminator does not light. The camera may be unable to focus under dim
lighting.
Digital Zoom
Enable or disable digital zoom.
On (default setting)
When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating the
Off
Digital zoom will not be activated (except when recording movies).
B Notes on Digital Zoom
• When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses at the center of the frame.
• Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations.
- When Scene auto selector, Portrait, or Night portrait is selected in scene mode
- When smart portrait mode is selected
- When subject tracking mode is selected
- When Continuous is set to Multi-shot 16
• When digital zoom is in effect, Metering is set to Center-weighted.
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Setup Menu
Sound Settings
Adjust the following sound settings.
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.
Shutter sound cannot be heard in the following situation, even if On is selected.
•
•
•
When Continuous is set to Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16
When Sports or Museum is selected in scene mode
When On is selected for Blink proof in the smart portrait menu
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Setup Menu
Auto Off
If no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns
Choose the time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode from
30 s, 1 min (default setting), 5 min, and 30 min.
C When the Monitor Has Turned Off to Save Power
• When the camera is in standby mode, the power-on lamp blinks.
• If no operations are performed for another three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically.
• When the power-on lamp is blinking, pressing any of the following buttons will turn the monitor
back on.
➝ Power switch, shutter-release button, Abutton, cbutton, or b(movie-record) button
C Note on Auto Off
The time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode is fixed in the following
situations:
• When a menu is displayed: If auto off is set to 30 s or 1 min, it is extended to three minutes.
• During slide show playback: up to 30 minutes
• When the AC adapter EH-62D is connected: 30 minutes
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Setup Menu
Format Memory/Format Card
Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.
Formatting the Internal Memory
To format the internal memory, remove the memory
Format memory
card from the camera.
The Format memory option is displayed in the setup
All images will
be deleted! OK?
menu.
Format
No
Exit
Formatting a Memory Card
When a memory card is inserted in the camera, the
Format card option is displayed in the setup menu.
Format card
All images will
be deleted! OK?
Format
No
Exit
B Formatting Internal Memory and Memory Cards
• Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Be sure
to transfer important images to a computer before formatting.
• Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during
formatting.
• Be sure to use this camera to format memory cards previously used in other devices the first time
they are inserted into the COOLPIX S5100.
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Setup Menu
Language
Choose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.
Czech
Polish
Danish
Portuguese
Russian
German
(default setting)
Spanish
Greek
Finnish
Swedish
Turkish
French
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Japanese
Korean
Indonesian
Italian
Hungarian
Dutch
Thai
Norwegian
Arabic
Video Mode
Adjust settings for connection to a television. Choose from NTSC and PAL.
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Setup Menu
Charge by Computer
Choose whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the
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.
Off
The battery inserted into the camera is not charged when the camera is connected
to a computer.
B Notes on Connecting the Camera to a Printer
• The battery cannot be charged with connection to a printer, even if the printer complies with the
PictBridge standard.
• When Auto is selected for Charge by computer, it may be impossible to print images with direct
connection of the camera to some printers. If the PictBridge startup screen is not displayed in the
monitor after the camera is connected to a printer and turned on, turn the camera off and
disconnect the USB cable. Set Charge by computer to Off and reconnect the camera to the
printer.
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Setup Menu
Blink Warning
Specify whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked
option).
•
scene mode is selected.
On
When the camera detects that one or more human subjects may have blinked in an
image captured using face detection, the Did someone blink? screen is displayed
in the monitor.
The face of the human subject that may have blinked when the shutter was
released is framed by a yellow border. Should this occur, check the image and
determine whether or not another image should be captured.
Off (default setting)
Blink warning is not enabled.
B Note on Blink Warning
The blink warning does not function at continuous settings of Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16.
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Setup Menu
Operating 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.
Did someone blink?
If no operations are performed within a few seconds,
the camera automatically returns to shooting mode.
Exit
Function
Control
Description
Enlarge the detected
face that blinked
g (i)
Rotate the zoom control to g (i).
Switch to full-frame
playback
f(h)
Rotate the zoom control to f(h).
If the camera detects that more than one human
subject blinked, press Jor Kto switch the
display to another face.
Select the face to be
displayed
Delete the image
l
Press the l button.
k
Switch to shooting
mode
Press the kbutton or the shutter-release button.
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Setup Menu
Reset All
When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default
values.
Basic Shooting Functions
Option
Default value
Auto
Off
Off
0.0
Shooting Menu
Option
Default value
I 4000 × 3000
Auto
Matrix
Single
Auto
Standard color
Auto
Single AF
Scene Mode
Option
Default value
Scene auto selector
Center
Scene mode setting in the shooting-mode
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Smart Portrait Menu
Option
Default value
Normal
On
Off
Subject Tracking Menu
Option
Default value
Full-time AF
On
Movie Menu
Option
Default value
HD 720p (1280 × 720)
Single AF
Setup Menu
Option
Default value
None
Auto info
3
Off
On
Auto
Auto
On
On
On
1 min
Auto
Off
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Others
Option
Default value
Default
3 s
Numbering will continue from the lowest number available. To reset file
numbering to “0001”, delete all images saved in the internal memory or on the
• The following menu settings will remain unaffected when menus are reset with
Reset all.
Firmware Version
View the current camera firmware version.
C O O L P I X S 5100 Ve r. x . x
Back
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Caring for the Camera
Maximizing Camera Life and Performance
To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following
precautions when using or storing the device.
B Keep dry
The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.
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. Applying force to the lens cover could result in camera malfunction or
damage to the lens. Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the display touching the skin or entering the eyes
or mouth.
B Do not point the lens at strong light sources for extended periods
Avoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light sources for extended periods when using or
storing the camera. Intense light may cause deterioration of the CCD image sensor, producing a
white blur effect in photographs.
B Keep away from strong magnetic fields
Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic
radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charge or the magnetic fields produced by equipment
such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage data saved on the memory card,
or affect the product’s internal circuitry.
B Avoid sudden changes in temperature
Sudden changes in temperature, such as when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day,
can cause condensation to form inside the device. To prevent condensation, place the device in a
carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.
B Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source
Do not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are being saved or deleted.
Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product
memory or internal circuitry.
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Maximizing Camera Life and Performance
C The Battery
• 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).
• Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) before
use.
• When charging the COOLPIX S5100 using the Charging AC adapter EH-68P or a computer, the
charge capacity may decrease at ambient temperatures 45 °C to 60 °C (113 °F to 140 °F).
• The battery is not charged at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F).
• Note that the battery may become hot during use; wait for the battery to cool before charging.
Failure to observe these precautions could damage the battery, impair its performance, or prevent
it from charging normally.
• On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure that the battery is fully charged
before heading outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and
exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.
• Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning. Should the battery
terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth before use.
• If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and run it flat before removing
it for storage. The battery should be stored in a cool location with an ambient temperature of 15 to
25 °C (59 to 77 °F). Do not store the battery in hot or extremely cold locations.
• Always remove the battery from the camera or optional battery charger when it is not being used.
When inserted, minute amounts of current are drawn from the battery even when not in use. This
may result in excessive draining of the battery and complete loss of function. Turning the camera
on or off while the battery is exhausted can result in reduced battery life.
• Recharge the battery at least once every six months and completely exhaust it before returning it
to storage.
• After removing the battery from the camera or optional battery charger, put the battery in the
supplied battery case and store it in a cool place.
• A marked drop in the time a fully-charged battery retains its charge, when used at room
temperature, indicates that the battery needs to be replaced. Purchase a new EN-EL10 battery.
• Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource.
Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
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Maximizing Camera Life and Performance
Cleaning
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. If this fails, clean the lens using a cloth lightly dampened with
commercial lens cleaner.
Lens
Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other stains,
clean the monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure.
Monitor
Body
Use a blower to remove dust, dirt, or sand, then wipe gently with a soft, dry
cloth. After using the camera at the beach or other sandy or dusty
environment, wipe off any sand, dust, or salt with a dry cloth lightly dampened
with fresh water and dry thoroughly. Note that foreign matter inside the
camera could cause damage not covered by the warranty.
Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
Storage
Turn the camera off when not in use. Be sure that the power-on lamp is off before
putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an
extended period. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, or
in any of the following locations:
• Next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as
televisions or radios
• Exposed to temperatures below –10 °C (14 °F) or above 50 °C (122 °F)
• Places that are poorly ventilated or subject to humidity of over 60%
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month.
Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera
away again.
C Notes on 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.
• White or colored streaks may be visible when bright subjects are framed in the monitor. This
phenomenon, known as “smear,” occurs when extremely bright light strikes the image sensor; it is
characteristic of image sensors and does not indicate a malfunction. Smear may also take the form
of partial discoloration in the monitor during shooting. It does not appear in images saved with
the camera except in the cases of movies and of images saved with Multi-shot 16 selected for
Continuous. When shooting in these modes, we recommend that you avoid bright subjects such
as the sun, reflected sunlight, and electric lights.
• 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.
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Technical Notes and Index
Optional Accessories
Rechargeable battery
Charging AC adapter
Battery charger
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10
Charging AC Adapter EH-68P*, EH-68P (AR)*
Battery Charger MH-63
AC Adapter EH-62D
Connecting the EH-62D
AC adapter
Check that the AC adapter cord has been inserted correctly into
the battery chamber before closing the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover. If part of the cord has not been inserted
into the chamber the cover may be damaged during closure.
USB cable
USB Cable UC-E6
Audio/video cable
Audio Video Cable EG-CP14
* When using in other countries, use a plug adapter (commercially available) as necessary.
For more information about plug adapters, consult your travel agency.
Approved Memory Cards
The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved
for use in this camera.
Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for
recording movies. Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards
with a lower Speed Class rating are used.
2
SD memory card
SDHC memory card
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB
1
SanDisk
TOSHIBA
Panasonic
Lexar
2 GB
1
2 GB
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB
1
2 GB
4 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 24 GB, 32 GB
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB
1
2 GB
1
2
If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar device, check that device
supports 2 GB cards.
SDHC compliant.
If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar device, check that
device supports SDHC.
•
Contact the manufacturer for details on the above cards.
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Image/Sound File and Folder Names
Images, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.
DSCN0001.JPG
Identifier (not shown on camera monitor)
Original still images (voice
Extension (indicates file format)
Still images
Movies
.JPG
.AVI
memo attachment included)
and movies
DSCN
Voice memos
.WAV
Small copies (voice memo
attachment included)
SSCN
RSCN
Cropped copies (voice memo
attachment included)
File number (assigned automatically in
ascending order, starting with “0001”)
Quick retouch copies,
D-Lighting copies and Skin
softening copies (voice
memo attachment included)
FSCN
• Files are saved in folders named with a folder number followed by an identifier:
“P_” plus a three-digit sequential number for images captured in Panorama
(e.g. “100NIKON”). When the number of files within a folder reaches 9999, a new
folder will be created. File numbers will be assigned automatically starting with
“0001.”
• Voice memo file names have the same identifier and file number as the image
to which the voice memo is attached.
• Files copied using Copy>Selected images are copied to the current folder,
where they are assigned new file numbers in ascending order starting from the
largest file number in memory. Copy>All images copies all folders from the
source medium; file names do not change but new folder numbers are
assigned in ascending order, starting from the largest folder number on the
• A single folder can hold up to 200 images; if the current folder already contains
200 images, a new folder, named by adding one to the current folder name, will
be created the next time an image is captured. If the current folder is numbered
999 and contains 200 images, or an image is numbered 9999, no further images
can be captured until the internal memory or memory card is formatted
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Error Messages
The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the
monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them.
Display
O (blinks)
Problem
Clock not set.
Solution
A
Set date and time.
Prepare to charge or replace
battery.
B
Battery running low.
Battery exhausted.
N
Charge or replace battery.
Battery exhausted.
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
lamp will blink rapidly. After
the lamp blinks for three
minutes, the camera will turn
off automatically. Pressing the
power switch also turns off
the camera.
P
Battery temperature is
high.
Battery temperature
high
•
•
Refocus.
Use focus lock.
Q (● blinks red)
Camera cannot focus.
P
Camera cannot perform Wait until message clears
Please wait for the
camera to finish
recording.
other operations until
saving is complete.
from display automatically
when saving is complete.
–
u
Write-protect switch is
in “lock” position.
Slide write-protect switch to
“write” position.
Memory card is write
protected.
P
•
•
Use approved card.
Check that terminals are
clean.
is correctly inserted.
This card cannot be
used.
Error accessing memory
card.
P
•
This card cannot be
read.
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Error Messages
Display
Problem
Solution
A
Formatting deletes all data
saved on the memory card. Be
sure to select No and make
copies of any images which
P
Card is not formatted. Memory card has not
Format card?
been formatted for use need to be kept before
Yes
No
in COOLPIX S5100.
formatting the memory card.
Select Yes and press the k
button to format the memory
card.
•
•
•
•
Delete images.
Insert new memory card.
u
Memory card is full.
Out of memory.
use internal memory.
Error occurred while
saving image.
Format internal memory or
memory card.
Insert a new memory card or
format internal memory or
memory card.
Camera has run out of
file numbers.
The following images cannot
be registered as welcome
screen.
P
Image cannot be
saved.
•
Images captured at an
Image mode setting of P
3968 × 2232
Image cannot be used
for welcome screen.
•
Images reduced to 320 ×
240 size or smaller with
cropping or small image
editing
Insufficient space to
save a copy.
Delete images from
destination.
–
•
Voice memos cannot be
attached to movies.
Select an image captured
with this camera.
P
A voice memo cannot
be attached to this file.
Sound file cannot be
saved.
•
u
One or more portrait
subjects may have
blinked when the
picture was taken.
A blink was detected
in the picture just
taken.
Check the image in playback
mode.
N
•
•
Cannot edit selected
image.
Image cannot be
modified.
editing function.
Movies cannot be edited.
–
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Error Messages
Display
Problem
Solution
A
Time out error while
saving movie on the
memory card.
u
Choose memory card with
faster write speed.
Cannot record movie.
•
Remove the memory card
from the camera to play
back images saved in the
camera’s internal memory.
To copy image from
•
No images in the
internal memory or
memory card.
internal memory to
memory card, press the
dbutton. The copy
screen will be displayed
and images in the internal
memory can be copied to
memory card.
N
Memory contains no
images.
No images are
contained in the
category selected in
auto sort mode.
Select the category
containing the sorted images.
–
N
File contains no image
data.
File cannot be viewed on this
File not created with this camera. View file using a
camera.
computer or the devices used
to create or edit this file.
P
This file cannot be
played back.
N
No images available for
–
87
All images are hidden. a slide show.
N
This image cannot be Image is protected.
deleted.
Disable protection.
N
Destination in same
Travel destination is in
time zone as home.
the current time zone.
–
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Error Messages
Display
Problem
Solution
A
Turn camera off and then on
again. If error persists, contact
retailer or Nikon-authorized
service representative.
Lens error
Q
Lens error.
Error occurred during
communication with
printer.
P
Turn camera off and
reconnect USB cable.
Communications error
Turn camera off, remove and
reinsert battery, and turn
camera on. If error persists,
contact retailer or Nikon-
authorized service
Error has occurred in
camera’s internal
circuitry.
System error
Q
representative.
Check printer. After solving
the problem, select Resume
and press the kbutton to
resume printing.*
PR
Printer error: check
printer status.
Printer error.
–
–
–
–
Load the specified paper,
Specified size of paper is select Resume, and press the
PR
Printer error: check
paper
not loaded in printer.
kbutton to resume
printing.*
Remove the jammed paper,
select Resume, and press the
kbutton to resume
printing.*
PR
Printer error: paper
jam
Paper has jammed in
printer.
Load the specified paper,
select Resume, and press the
kbutton to resume
printing.*
PR
Printer error: out of
paper
No paper is loaded in
printer.
Check ink, select Resume,
and press the kbutton to
resume printing.*
PR
Ink error.
–
–
–
Printer error: check ink
Replace ink cartridge, select
Resume, and press the k
button to resume printing.*
PR
Running out of ink or ink
Printer error: out of ink cartridge is empty.
PR
Printer error: file
corrupt
An error caused by the
Select Cancel and press the
image file has occurred. kbutton to cancel printing.
* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.
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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.
Display, Settings, and Power Supply
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
•
•
•
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.
Battery inserted in the
camera cannot be
charged.
•
When charging by connecting the camera to a
computer, battery charging stops when the
computer is suspended (sleeping), and the camera
may turn off.
•
Depending upon computer specifications, settings,
and status, charging the battery inserted in the
camera may not be possible via computer
connection.
–
•
•
Battery is exhausted.
chamber/memory card slot cover is open.
an electrical outlet via the Charging AC Adapter.
Camera cannot be
turned on.
•
•
•
Camera is off.
Standby mode for saving power: press the power
switch, the shutter-release button, Abutton, c
button, or b(movie-record) button.
Monitor is blank.
•
•
•
•
•
Adjust monitor brightness.
Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor.
Monitor is hard to read.
•
•
•
•
Battery is exhausted.
Battery is cold.
The camera turns off if the Charging AC Adapter is
connected while the camera is on.
Camera turns off without
warning.
•
a computer or printer is disconnected. Reconnect
the USB cable.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
•
•
If camera clock has not been set, “Date not set”
Images and movies saved before clock is set are
dated “00/00/0000 00:00” or “01/01/2010 00:00”
respectively. Set the correct time and date from the
Date option in the setup menu.
timepieces and reset as required.
Date and time of
recording are not correct.
No indicators displayed
in monitor.
Hide info is selected for Photo info.
Select Show info.
Date imprint not
available.
Camera clock has not been set.
Date not imprinted on
images even when Date
imprint is enabled.
•
•
The current shooting mode is one that does not
support Date imprint.
The date cannot be imprinted on movies.
Screen for setting date
and time is displayed
when camera is turned
on.
their default values.
Camera settings reset.
Battery temperature is high. Turn off camera and allow
battery to cool down before resuming use. After the
automatically. Pressing the power switch also turns off
the camera.
Monitor turns off, and
the power-on lamp
blinks rapidly.
Electronically Controlled 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. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery,
then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact
your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Note that disconnecting
the power source as described above may result in the loss of any data not saved
to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred. Data
already saved will not be affected.
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Troubleshooting
Shooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
•
•
Abutton, the shutter-release button, or the
b(movie-record) button.
No image captured when the
shutter-release button is
pressed.
When menus are displayed, press the d
button.
•
•
Battery is exhausted.
When flash lamp blinks, flash is charging.
•
The intended subject is one with which
autofocus does not perform well.
Camera cannot focus.
Images are blurred.
•
•
Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto.
Turn camera off and then on again.
•
•
Use flash.
Enable vibration reduction or motion
detection.
Use D (Best Shot Selector).
Use tripod and self-timer.
•
•
Smear occurs when extremely bright light
strikes the image sensor. When shooting with
Continuous set to Multi-shot 16 and when
recording movies, avoiding bright objects, such
as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric
lights is recommended.
Streaks of light or partial
discoloration are visible in the
monitor.
Bright specks appear in images Flash is reflecting off particles in air. Set the flash
captured with flash.
mode setting to W(off).
•
•
The flash mode is set to W(off).
Scene mode with which the flash does not
fire is selected.
Flash does not fire.
•
•
On is selected for Blink proof in smart
portrait menu.
Another function that restricts flash is
enabled.
Optical zoom cannot be used while recording
movies.
Optical zoom cannot be used.
Digital zoom cannot be used.
•
•
Digital zoom is not available in the following
situations.
- When Scene auto selector, Portrait, or
Night portrait scene mode is selected.
- When shooting in smart portrait mode.
- When shooting in subject tracking mode.
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Problem
Cause/Solution
A
Another function that restricts the Image mode
option is enabled.
Image mode not available.
Off is selected for Sound settings>Shutter
sound in setup menu. No sound is heard with
some shooting modes and settings, even when
On is selected.
No sound when shutter is
released.
Off is selected for the AF assist option in the
setup menu. AF-assist illuminator may not light
depending on the position of the focus area or
the current scene mode, even when Auto is
selected.
AF-assist illuminator does not
light.
Images appear smeared.
Colors are unnatural.
Lens is dirty. Clean lens.
White balance or hue is not adjusted properly.
•
The subject is dark, so shutter speed is too
slow or ISO sensitivity is too high. Noise can
be reduced by:
-
-
Using flash.
Specifying a lower ISO sensitivity setting.
Randomly spaced bright pixels
(“noise”) appear in image.
•
When shooting landscapes at night using the
Scene auto selector or Night landscape
scene modes, noise may appear in captured
images if the camera is hand-held. In these
cases, use of a tripod is recommended.
•
•
•
•
•
•
The flash mode is set to W(off).
Flash window is blocked.
Subject is beyond flash range.
Adjust exposure compensation.
Increase ISO sensitivity.
mode or set the flash mode setting to X(fill
flash).
Images are too dark
(underexposed).
•
Scene auto selector or Night landscape
scene modes, captured images may be dark if
the camera is hand-held. In these cases, use of
a tripod is recommended.
Images are too bright
(overexposed).
Adjust exposure compensation.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
When taking pictures with V(auto with red-
eye reduction) or fill flash with slow sync and
red-eye reduction in Night portrait scene
Unexpected results when flash mode, In-Camera Red Eye Fix may be applied to
set to V(auto with red-eye
areas not affected by red-eye. Use any scene
mode other than Night portrait, and change
the flash mode to any setting other than V
(auto with red-eye reduction) and try taking a
picture again.
reduction).
•
may not be smoothed.
Skin tones are not softened.
Saving images takes time.
•
images containing four or more faces.
It may take more time to save images in the
following situations.
•
•
•
When the noise reduction function is in
operation
red-eye reduction)
When the skin softening function is applied
while shooting
Playback
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
•
•
File or folder was overwritten or renamed by
computer or other make of camera.
The COOLPIX S5100 is not able to play back
movies recorded with another make or model
of digital camera.
–
File cannot be played back.
Cannot zoom in on image.
Playback zoom cannot be used with movies,
small pictures, or images that have been
cropped to a size of 320 × 240 or smaller.
–
•
•
captured with other cameras. Voice memos
attached to images using another camera
cannot be played back on this camera.
Cannot record or play back
voice memos.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
•
•
These options cannot be used with movies.
These options cannot be used with images
captured at an Image mode setting of P
3968 × 2232.
Cannot use quick retouch,
D-Lighting, skin softening,
small picture, or crop.
•
•
Select images that support quick retouch,
D-Lighting, skin softening, small picture, or crop.
Camera is unable to edit images captured
with other cameras.
•
•
Select the correct Video mode in the setup
menu.
Images not displayed on
television.
memory card. Remove the memory card to
play back images from the internal memory.
•
•
The desired image was sorted to a category
other than the category currently displayed.
Images saved by a camera other than the
COOLPIX S5100 and images copied using the
Copy option cannot be displayed in auto sort
mode.
The saved images are not
displayed in auto sort mode.
•
•
Images saved in the internal memory or on
the memory card may not be played back
correctly if overwritten by a computer.
added to each category. If the desired
category already contains 999 images or
movies in total, new images or movies cannot
be added.
–
•
•
•
•
•
•
Camera is off.
Battery is exhausted.
USB cable is not correctly connected.
Camera is not recognized by the computer.
Confirm system requirements.
Computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2
automatically.
–
Nikon Transfer 2 does not start
when camera is connected.
For more information on Nikon Transfer 2,
refer to help information contained in ViewNX
2.
With some PictBridge-compatible printers, the
PictBridge startup screen may not be displayed
and it may be impossible to print images when
option in the setup menu. Set the Charge by
computer option to Off and reconnect the
camera to the printer.
The PictBridge startup screen is
not displayed when the
camera is connected to a
printer.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
•
•
Memory card contains no images. Replace the
memory card.
Remove the memory card to print images
from the internal memory.
Images to be printed are not
displayed.
Paper size cannot be selected from the camera
in the following situations, even when printing
from a PictBridge-compatible printer:
Cannot select paper size with
camera.
•
specified by the camera.
–
•
The printer automatically selects the paper
size.
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Specifications
Nikon COOLPIX S5100 Digital Camera
Type
Compact digital camera
12.2 million
/2.3-in. type CCD; approx. 12.39 million total pixels
Effective pixels
Image sensor
Lens
1
5× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens
5.0-25.0mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 28-140 mm
lens in 35mm [135] format)
Focal length
f/-number
f/2.7-6.6
Construction
7 elements in 6 groups
Up to 2× (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 280 mm
lens in 35mm [135] format)
Digital zoom
Vibration reduction
Autofocus (AF)
Lens shift
Contrast-detect AF
•
[W]: Approx. 45 cm (1 ft. 6 in.) to
[T]: Approx. 70 cm (2 ft. 4 in.) to
Macro mode: Approx. 2 cm (0.8 in.) to
∞,
Focus range (from
lens)
∞
•
∞
(wide-angle position)
Face priority, auto (9-area automatic selection), manual with 99
focus areas, center
6.7 cm (2.7-in.), approx. 230k-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection
coating and 5-level brightness adjustment
Focus-area selection
Monitor
Frame coverage
(shooting mode)
Frame coverage
(playback mode)
Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical
Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical
Storage
Media
File system
Internal memory (approx. 32 MB), SD/SDHC memory card
DCF, Exif 2.2, and DPOF compliant
Still pictures: JPEG
Sound files (Voice Memo): WAV
Movies: AVI (Motion-JPEG compliant)
File formats
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
12M (High) [4000 × 3000P]
12M [4000 × 3000]
8M [3264 × 2448]
5M [2592 × 1944]
3M [2048 × 1536]
PC [1024 × 768]
Image size
(pixels)
VGA [640 × 480]
16:9 [3968 × 2232]
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, 100 to 800)
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Specifications
Exposure
Metering
224-segment matrix, center-weighted
Programmed auto exposure with motion detection and
exposure compensation (–2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of /3 EV)
Exposure control
1
[W]: –1.1 to +16.4 EV
[T]: 1.5 to 19 EV
(exposure values achieved with automatic ISO sensitivity
adjustment converted to ISO 100 values)
Range
(Aauto mode)
Shutter
Mechanical and charge-coupled electronic shutter
1
•
•
•
•
/1500 -8 s (when ISO sensitivity is set to 100, 200, 400)
/1500 -2 s (when ISO sensitivity is set to 800)
1
1
Speed
/1500 -1 s (when ISO sensitivity is set to Auto, 1600, 3200)
4 s (Fireworks show scene mode)
Aperture
Range
Electronically-controlled ND filter (–3 AV) selection
2 steps (f/2.7 and f/7.6 [W])
Self-timer
Built-in flash
Can be selected from 10 and 2 seconds duration
Range (approx.)
(ISO sensitivity: Auto)
[W]: 0.5 to 6.0 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 19 ft.)
[T]: 0.7 to 2.5 m (2 ft. 4 in. to 8 ft.)
Flash control
Interface
TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
Hi-Speed USB
Data transfer protocol
Video output
I/O terminal
MTP, PTP
Can be selected from NTSC and PAL
Audio/video (A/V) output; digital I/O (USB)
Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish,
Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian,
Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish,
Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish
Supported languages
One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied)
AC Adapter EH-62D (available separately)
Approx. 3 hours (when using Charging AC Adapter EH-68P/
EH-68P (AR) and when no charge remains)
Power sources
Charging time
Battery life
(EN-EL10)
Still pictures*: Approx. 200 shots
Movies: Approx. 1 h 40 min (HD 720p)
Tripod socket
Dimensions (W × H × D)
Weight
1/4 (ISO 1222)
Approx. 97.1 × 56.9 × 21.6 mm (3.9 × 2.3 × 0.9 in.) (excluding
projections)
Approx. 132 g (4.7 oz) (including battery and SD memory card)
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Operating environment
Temperature
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Humidity
Less than 85 % (no condensation)
• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 operated at an ambient temperature of
25 °C (77 °F).
* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life
of camera batteries. Measured at 23 ( 2) °C (73 ( 4) °F); zoom adjusted with each shot, flash
fired with every other shot, image mode set to I 4000 × 3000. Battery life may vary
depending on shooting interval and length of time menus and images are displayed.
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10
Type
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
DC 3.7 V, 740 mAh
Rated capacity
Operating temperature
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 31.5 × 39.5 × 6 mm (1.2 × 1.6 × 0.2 in.)
Weight Approx. 15 g (0.5 oz) (excluding battery case)
Charging AC Adapter EH-68P/EH-68P (AR)
Rated input
AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.065-0.04 A
Rated capacity
Rated output
6.5–9.6 VA
DC 5.0 V, 0.5 A
Operating temperature
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
EH-68P: Approx. 55 × 22 × 65 mm (2.2 × 0.9 × 2.6 in.)
EH-68P (AR): Approx. 55 × 51.6 × 66 mm (2.2 × 2.0 × 2.6 in.)
Dimensions (W × H × D)
Weight
EH-68P: Approx. 60 g (2.1 oz)
EH-68P (AR): Approx. 65 g (2.3 oz)
B Specifications
Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. The appearance of this product
and its specifications are subject to change without notice.
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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 2.2: This camera supports Exchangeable image file format (Exif)
version 2.2 for digital still cameras, a standard that allows information saved with
photographs to be used for optimal color reproduction when images are
output from Exif-compliant printers.
•
PictBridge: A standard developed cooperatively by the digital camera and
printer industries, allowing photographs to be output directly to a printer
without connecting the camera to a computer.
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E
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F
J
L
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N
S
O
P
Q
R
T
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V
W
Z
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No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part
(except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be
made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION.
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